A WOODBRIDGE POLICE OFFICER REMEMBERS 9-11
Pictured from L to R are; Ptl.
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP GOES BACK TO SCHOOL
Woodbridge Township opened their doors back to
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WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP’S ANNUAL EXEMPT FIREFIGHTERS PICNIC 2019
Woodbridge Township firefighters, past and present, came
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Assemblyman Craig J. Coughlin in partnership with the Middlesex Water Company, Hackensack Meridian Health and Woodbridge Metro Chamber of Commerce held the 10th Annual “Bowl for Hunger on Thursday, July 18, 2019, at Majestic Lanes of Hopelawn. Since the event’s inception in 2010, more than $250,000 has been raised to feed the hungry. This year’s event once again featured a double session, 5:30 to 7:30 PM and 8:00 to 10:00 PM, where nearly 600 bowlers took part on nearly 80 bowling lanes. Assemblyman Coughlin, Robert Garrett, Co-CEO of Hackensack Meridian Health, Dennis Doll, President and CEO of the Middlesex Water Company and Karen Barnes, President of the Woodbridge Metro Chamber of Commerce thanked event participants and sponsors for supporting the fun event and the area’s thirty (30) food banks who help nourish the underserved. While all pledges and donations are still forthcoming, the 2019 Bowl has raised approximately $40,000.00. Interested community members or businesses still wishing to make a donation to the “Bowl for Hunger” should contact the Bowl for Hunger committee at 732-925-8769 or E-mail BowlForHungerFundraiser@gmail.com. The grand total will be released in the coming weeks.
The event drew pledges and support from all five Mayors of the 19th Legislative District including—Mayor Daniel J. Reiman of Carteret, Mayor Wilda Diaz of Perth Amboy, Mayor Kennedy O’Brien of Sayreville, Mayor Fred Henry of South Amboy, and Mayor John E. McCormac of Woodbridge.
In total, 65 corporate, community and individual sponsors donated at least $125.00 to support the cause. Of the 65 sponsors, 33 individuals and organizations donated at the $500 level—Acrisure Insurance Group, Allegiance, Amerigroup, Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez and Senator Vitale of the 19th Legislative District, Cape May Brewing Co., Carpenter Contractor Trust, CME Associates, CMC Steel, Elizabethtown Gas, Fair Share Hospitals Collaborative, Farmer’s Insurance, Foundation Title, Garden State Dispensary, GEICO, Gibbons, Health and Fitness Professionals, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, James P. Nolan & Associates, Middlesex County Democratic Organization, Mott Macdonald, New Jersey Bankers Association, New Jersey Business and Industry Association, New Jersey Credit Unions, New Jersey Food Council, New Jersey Hospital Association, New Jersey Realty Advisory Group, NJM Insurance Group, Raritan Bay Area YMCA, Riker Danzig Scherer Hyland & Perretti LLP, SII, Wakefern Food Corp, WellCare, Woodbridge Community Charity Fund Inc.
Assemblyman Coughlin, Presidents Barnes and Doll and Co-CEO Garrett thanked the combined 65 corporate and individual sponsors, including 32 sponsors who donated $125 or more:
American Irish Association of Woodbridge, Assemblyman Nicholas Chiavaralloti, Berkeley College, CCBRM LLC, Columbia Bank, Cultural Arts Commission of Woodbridge, Councilwoman Sharon Sullivan of East Brunswick, D.B. Kelly Div. #1 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Dave and Buster’s, Daniel Harris, Eric Aronowitz Esq., First Presbyterian Church of South Amboy, First Presbyterian Church of Avenel, First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, Flying Fish Brewing Co., Investors Bank Woodbridge, Insurance Council of NJ, JGT Management, Kaufman Zita Group, Metuchen Democratic Organization, Michael V. Testa, Architect, Middlesex County Federation of Democratic Women, Middlesex County Young Democrats, Middlesex County Surrogate Kevin Hoagland, Perth Amboy Democratic Organization Peter’s Pantry, Professional Insurance Agents of New Jersey, RSI Bank, Spevack Law Offices, State Trooper Fraternal Association, Trinity Episcopal Church of Woodbridge, and Woodbridge Center LLC.
Colonia Then & Now by Dan D’Arcy
Pictured Above….. So, it snowed, and
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Arthritis in Our Pets
As the weather gets colder and our pets get older, we may notice they are starting to slow down. It may begin as lying down more or not wanting to go up the stairs as often. Arthritis in dogs and cats may be subtle, but as their joints gets worse, the signs become more obvious. Luckily, there are ways to spot early changes in their behavior and get them the relief they need.
By the time most of us notice our pets suffering from arthritis, they have probably already been symptomatic for months, if not years. Early signs include being slow to get up after long periods of rest and hesitation going up stairs. Once they are up and moving, generally they act like nothing is painful and they remain active. As arthritis progresses, inflammation of the joints worsens. This is generally seen as limping or more difficulty sitting and getting upstairs. Cats, as usual, like to hide their illnesses and it can be much harder to identify those suffering from arthritis. If their activity level drops or they aren’t jumping on your countertops anymore, they could potentially have arthritic changes to their joints. X-rays can also confirm the presence of arthritis as it involves changes to the bones.
Many owners of arthritic pets feel they are not painful because they still run around and chase toys, but overall, they are uncomfortable. Imagine not being able to take Advil when you are feeling stiff or have joint pain. Human orthopedic surgeons recommend joint supplements such as glucosamine/chondroitin daily to help keep joints well-lubricated and healthy. Veterinary equivalents containing these supplements are readily available at pet stores or through your veterinarian and are a good first step to maintaining joint health. For those pets that have progressed into arthritis, or need more than just a supplement, prescription veterinary-specific NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatories) for are recommended for those dogs healthy enough to handle them. Routine bloodwork monitoring is generally required, but these medications can do wonders to bring back a comfortable quality of life for your pet. At this time, joint supplements for cats are also available, but daily safe usage of NSAIDs is not. Do not give your pets any over-the-counter medications, including aspirin, without first consulting your veterinarian for drug interactions that can be severe.
