10TH ANNUAL “BOWL FOR HUNGER” RAISES MONEY TO FEED THE HOMELESS
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
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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.
HEALTHY HOLIDAY LEFTOVERS
With the holidays approaching, being stuck with leftovers is a given. What individuals don’t realize is that these leftovers can be morphed into interesting, yet still healthy, meals to eat at any time of the day. The key to eating healthy, but still enjoying these holiday favorites, is to take advantage of mouthwatering alternatives.
There are multiple ways to enjoy your leftover turkey and vegetables while still making heart smart choices. Whip those left over mashed potatoes into a nutritious breakfast by transforming them into pancakes topped with an omega rich egg. Instead of tossing the uneaten cranberry sauce and carrots into the trash, turn them into muffins by adding cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger. And that delicious left over turkey? Convert it into a wholesome turkey Bolognese sauce by shredding it and mixing in lots of vegetables with marinara sauce to use as a topping for fresh whole grain pasta.
One of the more popular ways to make use of those turkey leftovers is by tossing together a turkey chili. In this chili, you will get lots of protein and fiber in addition to reduced amounts of fat. Choose low sodium beef or chicken broth as a base for your chili. In order to keep the sodium content low, stick to “no salt added” tomato paste and “no salt added” kidney or navy beans. Add freshly chopped vegetables such as onions, carrots and celery in addition to fresh oregano for flavor and fragrance. Leftover dark or white meat turkey is suitable to use, but dark meat is best to use with this recipe because it is richer in nutrients than white meat. A more detailed version of this recipe is available in the Medicine Shoppe 2016 calendar along with other nutritious choices for all year round.
This holiday season, experiment with exciting, healthier, ways to enjoy leftovers. Make sure to safely store all leftovers so they will be readily available to create these unique meals. Remember to focus on adding ingredients that are low in sodium and cholesterol to make these choices the healthiest they can be. We here at the Medicine Shoppe wish you and your families a very happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
The Medicine Shoppe, Woodbridge NJ
COLONIA THEN & NOW
Donations
Debbie Caccaro, an original member of the Colonia History Club and an excellent source of information about Dr. and Mrs. Albee and the U.S. Army Hospital #3 in Colonia has provided to me, three original hand-written letters dated November 1918. Two of the letters were written by Louis Dieruff (pictured above) to his parents in Minersville, Pa. The stationary came from the Army and Navy Young Men’s Christian Association. (YMCA). He gives his location as Rahway, New Jersey. Louis volunteered for service in the Army Medical Corp and was stationed in Colonia. The son of a coal miner, Louis graduated from what is now Kutztown State University in 1912 with a teaching certificate. He married his wife Alma in 1917 and makes reference to her visits to the hospital. His letters talk about inquiry into his mother’s health and his bout with influenza that killed two in the hospital. Another tragedy he speaks of is about a fire that killed two Officers (Captains) in the Officers’ Quarters, which was located on the corner of New Dover Rd. and Meredith Rd. (Recently the ranch home on the property was demolished. My map of the Hospital grounds indicates that the Quarters were located almost on the exact location as the house.) He helped to remove one of the men from the ruins but it was too late. Louis also refers to the most “thanksful Thanksgiving” we have had for a century. The letters were written after the armistice was signed to end the ‘Great War’. As it turns out, Louis returns to Allentown after the war and spends his entire educational career in the school district until he was forced to retire by state law at the age of 70. He was so loved in Allentown for his dedication to this students and town that the second Senior High School in Allentown was named Louis Edgar Dieruff High School in 1959. Sadly, he passed away in his home Saturday October 17, 1964. Thanks to Debbie for her continued support of this article and for her interest and time spent preserving Colonia’s history. Any contributions are always welcome to continue the investigation and discoveries of days gone by in our section of Woodbridge Twp.
The “Trees”
As you know, the “Trees” the home of the Cone Family on the “S Curve” on New Dover Rd. has been subject to a subdivision that has changed the nature of the acreage and the Historic home. Two homes will be built on the front lawn between Middlesex Ave. and Sherwood Rd. Construction has begun on one and the hardwood trees have been removed on the adjacent lot. It seems that the original purchaser has decided not to demolish the home and build a home for himself and put the home on the market for sale and let the new owner decide its fate. The home has been placed under contract recently. The status has not been clarified but I am not optimistic about the outcome. I am providing a picture of the “Trees” for prosperity sake. Look carefully and you will see the “Cone clan” assembled on the porch of the home. The picture was probably taken around the turn of the century. If there is any doubt of why it is called the “Trees”, let the picture prevail.
Thanks for reading,
Daniel D’Arcy 908-599-3958 dandrc@aol.com
Shine a Light on Mental Illness & Let Others Know There is Hope and Understanding
By: Nanditha Krishnamsetty, M.D. Raritan Bay Medical
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