Acceptance Month News Today

An 11-year-old Tamaqua boy with autism spent time with Coaldale Police Department officers - and even had the chance to assist with a staged traffic stop. Ben Heffelfinger’s recent visit was held in c...

For about a decade, the month of April has been dedicated to promoting inclusion for autistic individuals and education regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder. In the 2010s, individuals and organizations, particularly the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, began observing April as “Autism Awareness Month,” a shift from the “National Autistic Children’s Week” that began in 1972. In...

It is critically important that our entire community better understand autism, the challenges facing individuals with learning differences and neurodiversity — and reassure those individuals and their families they are not alone.

Weve got some going out recommendations for the last weekend of April.

Thanks to social media, people are more aware of autism. However, now the focus is treating those on the spectrum with respect and giving them equal opportunities.

Jacobs said that the special spirit week was held for the first time this school year, and was designed to highlight the strengths and abilities of autistic youth. 

CALDWELL – The Borough Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the borough to enter into an agreement with Hickory Inspection, LLC for up to $2,195 to inspect the building at

YOUNGSTOWN — Some of the most unique students on Youngstown State University campus hosted a party Monday to celebrate one of the most unique events of their

April is World Autism Month. Autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication, according to AutismSpeaks.org.

April is World Autism Month. Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby, in conjunction with the Autism Foundation of Oklahoma, first declared April Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month within the Chickasaw Nation