At least 50 vehicles, including the Chrysler Imperial above, drove past the home of Connor Fend as a surprise for the 6-year-old, who sat in a wheelchair surrounded by his family, on Sunday. Connor has Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease and recently underwent surgery. The Cabot Cruisers met around 6 p.m. at the Winfield Fire Hall, before heading on a trek about 20 miles long.

BUFFALO TWP — Recreational cruisers altered their course this month for a local family in need.

“Today we're doing a little fundraiser for this kid,” said Rob Moser, leader of the Cabot Cruisers, on Sunday.

The cruisers met around 6 p.m. at the Winfield Fire Hall, before heading on a trek about 20 miles long. Some drove classics from the 1960s and 1970s. Others drove newer muscle and sporty cars. Even the Buffalo Township fire engine made an appearance.

“Everybody was welcome,” said Moser, who drove an International Scout. “This is the first time we've ever raised any money.”

At least 50 vehicles drove past the home of Connor Fend as a surprise for the 6-year-old, who sat in a wheelchair surrounded by his family. Many cruisers tossed either pieces or entire grocery bags worth of candy toward Connor.

“There's enough sugar for a whole year,” said a smiling Connor after all the vehicles had left.

Connor recently had surgery for a rare condition called Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease, which affects the functioning of his hip joint.

“It's crazy to have this many people and this much support for him,” said the boy's father, Brad Fend of Slippery Rock.

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