September 9, 2008

A very special thanks to Doppler, Wayne Mahar and WSTM for a wonderful event!

SYRACUSE -- The Priscilla Mahar Animal Welfare Foundation, a not-for-profit corporation established to raise funds for animal welfare, made donations Monday of $1,250 to the CNY SPCA and $750 to Spay & Neuter Syracuse. Donations were handed out at the WSTM-TV studios on James Street.

The Foundation's first ever event was held on June 21 at the OnCenter in Syracuse. The event was called "Doppler's Birthday Bash". 

The Priscilla Mahar Animal Welfare Foundation was established by Wayne Mahar, Chief Meteorologist at WSTM, in memory of his Mother, Priscilla Mahar, who passed away in 2007 at age 85. Wayne's Mother loved all animals, and especially loved to visit Doppler the weather cat on her visits to Syracuse.

Foundation committee members include Nicholas & Patti Pirro, Lee Woodard, Lisa Chelenza and Caitlin Mahar. Wayne would like to say a big thank you to the major sponsors for Doppler's Birthday Party, WSTM and Wegmans. Also, thanks to the numerous co-sponsors and advertisers, patrons, volunteers and all who helped make it a success.

Any inquires regarding the Priscilla Mahar Animal Welfare Foundation can be made to:

Wayne Mahar

WSTM-TV

1030 James Street

Syracuse, NY 13203

Or you can call 474-5000 or email wmahar@wstm.com.