Pat Quinn, Co-Founder Of Ice Bucket Challenge, Dies At 37
Quinn grew up in Yonkers and was diagnosed with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, back in 2013.
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Ice Bucket Challenge Creator Continues To Inspire, Thousands To Attend ALS Event In Yonkers
Thousands are expected to participate in a "Quinn For The Win" ice bucket challenge at Yonkers Raceway this upcoming Saturday.
Money Raised In Viral 'Ice Bucket Challenge' Has Led To Advancements In ALS Research And Patient Support
There's new hope for victims of Lou Gehrig's disease, and it's thanks largely in part to a huge infusion of research dollars from the "Ice Bucket Challenge."
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The man who to helped start the "Ice Bucket Challenge" is speaking out about ALS, even after the disease took his voice. Now, a new program could help other people make their voices heard.
Man Behind Ice Bucket Challenge Backs Effort To Speed Up Federal ALS Benefits
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WATCH: A-Rod Accepts Ice Bucket Challenge, Nominates Mo And Cano
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Catholic Leaders Put A Chill On ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
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ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Sweeps Internet, But Where Did It Originate?
The challenge got its start among golfers as a way to support pet charities.
WATCH: Derek Jeter Accepts Ice Bucket Challenge, Nominates Michael Jordan
The star shortstop said he was challenging his girlfriend, model Hannah Davis, as well as Jordan and actor Kevin Connolly.
Take My $1,000, Please! Carton Wants In On Mike Francesa's Ice Bucket Challenge
Mike Francesa will be partaking in the Ice Bucket Challenge on Friday. And already some big numbers are being thrown around for the chance to do the honors.
Yonkers Native Spurs Ice Bucket Challenge Phenomenon
The social media phenomenon began with Yonkers native Pat Quinn, who was diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, last year.
Oh Yes! Mike Francesa To Do Ice Bucket Challenge On Friday
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Man Dies In Dive After Raising $100K For ALS
Nantucket Police tell the Boston Globe that Corey Griffin dove into the water from the ``Juice Guys'' building at around 2 a.m. Saturday. An off-duty lifeguard was nearby and recovered Griffin, who was pronounced dead at a hospital.
WATCH: Giants Eli, Coughlin And Reese Answer ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
A day after the Jets were doused by members of the Cortlandville Fire Department, the Giants took their turns answering the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, albeit in a bit more subtle fashion.
Christie, Booker Take 'Ice Bucket Challenge' To Raise Money, Awareness For ALS
Christie nominated three other people to complete the challenge within 24 hours or donate $100: Democratic New Jersey U.S. Sen. Cory Booker, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and late-night TV host Jimmy Fallon.
WATCH: Jets Respond To Kraft And Fallon, Take Ice Bucket Challenge
"Anytime you're challenged by New England, we're going to accept that challenge," head coach Rex Ryan playfully said.
10 Local Players, Execs Who Have Taken The Ice Bucket Challenge
Unless you live in a cave, you've probably seen the videos of people dumping ice water over their heads to raise money and awareness for ALS research.
'Ice Bucket Challenge' Emerges As Powerful Online Fundraising Tool
It's a way to cool off and raise money. The latest online trend has people literally soaking their heads for a good cause.
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