Youth

Mar. 9, 2026

Young Volunteers Embrace Informal Acts of Service

Nonprofits adapt to changing volunteering habits among Gen Z and Alpha generations

Mar. 9, 2026

Young Volunteers Embrace Informal Acts of Service, Nonprofits Adapt

New survey finds Gen Z and Alpha generations give back in everyday ways, prompting nonprofits to rethink volunteer opportunities

Feb. 26, 2026

Over a Dozen Students Honored at Do the Right Thing Awards

Local leaders recognize Monroe County students for brave, generous, or thoughtful deeds.

Feb. 25, 2026

Nonprofit pushes for greater civic engagement among Gen Z

C&S initiative aims to empower 20 million young people to take public-spirited actions

Feb. 25, 2026

Nonprofit Aims to Boost Civic Engagement Among Gen Z

C&S initiative encourages small, low-barrier acts to empower 20 million young people over 3 years

Feb. 25, 2026

Daren Collins Sr. Named Hudson's New Youth Commissioner

Lifelong Hudson resident and youth mentor appointed to lead city's youth programs

Feb. 23, 2026

Portville Student Named Youth of the Week

Sofia Glover, a senior at Portville Central School, recognized for community service

Feb. 23, 2026

CTeen Shabbaton Extended as 1,500 Stranded in New York

Teens from 60 countries remain in NYC due to winter storm cancellations.

Feb. 12, 2026

Adirondack Center for Writing Seeks Teen Writing Submissions

North Country teens ages 13-19 can submit poetry, short stories, and personal essays for annual anthology

Feb. 11, 2026

Gen Z Dubbed 'First Dumber Generation' in Modern History

Neuroscientist says Gen Z scores lower on cognitive tests than previous generations

Feb. 10, 2026

11 Magical Fantasy Books for Young Readers

These middle-grade adventures feature brave protagonists who face their fears and uncover hidden powers.