What happens to the kids when mom goes to war

A mom whose child suffered emotionally while she was in the military in  Afghanistan writes a book hoping to prepare other military families. She wants them to be prepared for the possible impact deployment may have on their children.

The surgeon is a woman

There's no scarcity of female surgeons, but back in the 60's when Dr. Donna Pietrocola wanted to be a surgeon, there weren't a lot of role models. But she changed all that and is one of the top surgeons in breast cancer care in Albany.

Local woman tells her story of incest

A local woman who had kept a family secret for years shares what many call taboo. That secret had made her ashamed and left her in pain. She sought comfort through alcohol, and drugs until she came to Albany's City Mission.  

Bias in the African American community?

African American women who have darker complexions are being discriminated against, but the bias is not coming from where some might think.  In their own community they say those with lighter complexions are not only considered better looking, but smarter. 

Local Woman Following Her Dreams

For some women, once they have children, they put their aspirations and dreams aside to raise their family. But, what do you do once the kids head off to college? For Betsy Cannon, it was time to rock and roll. 

Local woman has been in business for more than 30 years

Susan Hoffman wanted to become a doctor but was told by her father that she was better suited at offering people retail therapy and has been in business now more than 30 years.

Local woman starts new chapter with birth mom

It's been a wonderful life for a local woman, who was put in foster care and is cared for by a  loving family. Then she finds her birth mom and embraces life with her.

Veteran female trooper retires

She was part of the first  class of female cadets to become a NYS state trooper. Now after 38 years, Trooper Maureen Tuffey is retiring.

For the love of it

In our Today’s Women report, a local woman says without the help of one after-school program she would not have become the person she is today. 

Seniors turning to online dating services

A local woman turns to an online dating service and gets a second chance at love. Usually those going to on-line dating services are a lot younger than Pat Walsh, who is in her 70's.  But, the widow gave it a try and got a second chance at love. 

Local woman has a lot to be Thankful for

This Thanksgiving is the first time a local woman has cooked a turkey and its the best time of her life. A couple of years ago, she was homeless and on drugs, but this Thanksgiving she is well on her way to a  better life and she credits the YWCA of Troy.

Artist makes the most of life by living in the moment

Long before patients get in to see Dr. Ingrid Bermudez of Family Medicine of Mechanicville, what hangs on the walls of her reception area may already be offering them some relief.

Local woman cracks the glass ceiling

A local woman refuses to let sexism deter her and becomes one of the few women owned businesses in the field of environmental consulting.

Crisafulli Brothers and Sister?

Its called Crisafulli Brothers Plumbing and Heating, but the head of the company is a woman.

The doctor will see you now

Patients of a local doctor can't wait to see her. It's because she mixes compassion with care. As a result she has patients happy to see her and she's also winning awards. 

Local woman tries to keep kids off the streets with novels 

Arlene Brathwaite is using the power of the pen to help parents protect their kids from the lure of the streets.  The Albany author has written six books and one is now being turned into a movie. 

Helping women with the law

How a local woman and attorney is using her law practice to make a difference

Schoharie gardener profiled in Today’s Women

For weeks we've been telling you about the homes and businesses damaged by flooding courtesy of Tropical Storm Irene. One of those businesses was Green Spiral Herbs and the owner, Betty Pillsbury, was highlighted as one of NewsChannel 13’s Today's Woman.

Local woman helps those around the world

Karen Flewelling has traveled the world since she retired, but it was not for pleasure, it was the change the lives of others. She's built wells and given school supplies to people around the globe.

Local woman becomes top chef

Courtney Withey  has always loved food. But, her goal was to become a teacher. That was until she traveled to Italy and Greece and saw the power of food and how it brings people together.