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HAUSER HILL HEALTHY KIDS RUNNING SERIES FARMS OPENS CELEBRATES 13 YEARS! Recognizing a need, fanatic in their respective age division, MAY 1, 2022 runner and a local mom of two earn a trophy. All participants
Happy Spring from Hauser Hill Farms! We have been busy bees here on the farm getting ready for the 2022 season! The greenhouses are filling up and we’re getting ready to start work in the fields. Some of the winter activities we have been doing are such tasks as pruning the apple, peach, nectarine, pear and cherry trees. We have also pruned the blackberry and raspberry bushes and the grapes. The strawberries have wintered over and have already had their first weeding. The tomatoes are due to be planted in the high tunnel greenhouse by April 1st, so that we can begin picking tomatoes earlier in the season. If you are getting ready to plant your garden, here are Continue on page 27
toddlers, Laura Aliberti brought the Healthy Kids Running Series to Old Bridge in the Fall of 2021. “We do team sports really well around here. Soccer, hockey, baseball, basketball, lacrosse-you name it, we have it. What we needed was more an inclusive individual activities from younger age to get kids up and moving, that’s why I decided to start this program.” Healthy Kids Running Series, is a national inclusive and fun youth running program with over 300 locations world-wide and impacting more than 60,000 kids. It’s inspiring boys and girls (ages 2-14) to believe in themselves and lead an active healthy lifestyle. The program also boasts the Challenger Division, an all abilities division for youth with extra support needs. This season’s first race will begin on Sunday, April 24th at 11am in Lombardi Football Field 3439 County Rd 516, Old Bridge.
Whether it’s running or another outdoor activity, we just want to get kids and families moving. Our races are kid focused with the ultimate goal of teaching them how to be active and healthy while creating meaningful relationships within our community. Healthy Kids Running Series offers a five-week program in the Spring and again in the Fall with age appropriate race distances. Kids compete each week to earn points, and at the end of the series, the top runners
receive a finisher’s medal, race packet, donated by our generous Sponsors and a Healthy Kids Running Series tech T-shirt for their achievements. Early bird registration is $35 for the five-week Series prior to April 3rd and then increases to $40. Our Series is sponsored by the Mayor Owen Henry, Councilman Erik DePalma, All Around Old Bridge and Dicks Sporting Goods. We are thankful for the support and donations received from Mae Field School, Dancation Studio and Theater, Card my Yard-Morganville, Old Bridge Road Runners, A’s Handyman S er vices, Creations by Sheana, KidZdent and Matthew Gregorin. Learn more at www.HealthyKidsRunningSeries.org.
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MAYOR’S MESSAGE
Mayor Owen Henry
Spring is in the air here in Old Bridge Township. Hopefully, the harsh winter is behind us, and we can look forward to spending time outside and enjoying the warmer weather. Mayor Henry’s Clean Team will kick off the litter program on Saturday, April 2nd. Any nonprofit organizations who are interested in participating should contact the Clean Communities Coordinator at (732) 721-5600 x6107, or by emailing Recycling@OldBridge.com. Volunteers will be cleaning up local roadways on various weekends now through November. Please slowdown in our town and drive with care. Let’s also make a difference by educating others about the negative impact that litter has on our environment and appearances of the town. The Parks and Recreation Department is in full spring mode getting our parks, fields, and courts in top condition for the upcoming season. The spring brochure is currently available and filled with pro-
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grams for all age groups. The department is also looking for summer camp employees for Camp Robin, Full Day Summer Camp, and Half Day Summer Camp. Please visit oldbridge. com/recreation to view the job vacancies, classes, activities, and recreational opportunities Old Bridge has to offer. “Play Ball!” Nothing says “Spring” like the sound of a bat hitting a home run and the crowd cheering the player on. I am excited to participate in several little league opening day ceremonies happening around our community. Our baseball fields and soccer fields are ready for action and our athletes are anxious to play. I look forward to seeing everyone at the opening ceremonies. Round one of spring leaf collection will begin the week of Monday April 11th in all wards. Round two will be the week of April 25th. As a reminder, all leaves must be contained in paper leaf bags as plastic bags are no longer accepted. We will spend a few days in each ward
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and appreciate your patience while collection is underway. For the full schedule, please visit oldbridge.com/recycling. I hope to see all our residents taking advantage of the many activities Old Bridge has to offer. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our coaches, parents and volunteers that work so hard to keep our children active and safe. Finally, I would like to wish everyone a happy Passover and blessed Easter season, and let’s tip our hats to Saint Peter’s University for their recent tournament play. Please continue to stay safe and be well. Thank you. Mayor Owen Henry
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MAYOR’S OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSISTING BUSINESSES IN A VARIETY OF WAYS
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By Steve Mamakas, Executive officer of the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development Why is ecothe town to be an attractive place nomic developthat can stimulate new economic ment important? opportunities and investment. The Let’s sum it up. location and projection as a desThe Mayor’s tination location produces value, Office of Ecoby bringing revenue into the town nomic Develand system which becomes one opment, elected of the key economic drivers. The officials, chambers of commerce, message is clear and will remain and various county and industry our signature economic basis for groups talk about the importance smart economic growth for years of economic development. But to come. The towns businesses and what is economic development? community have shown resilience Simply put “a process of targeted as we see more new stores and activities and programs that work businesses open across town. The to improve the economic wellbegreat comeback is happening. ing and quality of life of a community”. Building local wealth, Mayor Office of Economic diversifying the economic landDevelopment scape, creating, and retaining jobs, Pursuing Progress and building the local tax base. It “Think Old Bridge” is known that a coordinated ecoShop, Dine and Buy Local nomic development strategy and Feature Business programs stand the test of time. All of our businesses We have implemented these stratVisit the Mayor’s Office of Ecoegies and are a great example of nomic Development Old Bridge how a township can stay competi@ facebook.com\obetownedo or tive in today’s changing landscape Twitter @ twitter.com/obedonj to and through all economic cycles. check out all the exciting hapPlus through our innovative penings from grand openings to business related programs, events groundbreaking events across the and partnership’s that we have town. forged. Many other successes are demonstrating the office and adOLD BRIDGE ministration are on the right path in helping to support business, entrepreneurs and the community, and in turn, this helps all prosper and bring new equity into the local _ _ _ _ _ economy. The full support of our Pursuing Progress local businesses has shown by the Mayor's office of business growth in town in the last Economic Development five years and have had great economic and social results. Showing
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TEACHER OF THE YEAR 2021-2022 CONGRATULATIONS TO MRS. MIDGE HAUSER
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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE OF OLD BRIDGE The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Old Bridge invites the community to join the movement to honor and remember loved ones and fight back for lifesaving change on Friday May 13th, 2022 (5 to midnight) at Lombardi Field (3439 County Rd 516, Old Bridge, NJ 08857). This year’s event theme is “Scare Away Cancer” and will feature music and entertainment by DJ Embry along with games, food and activities for all! Community volunteers are the backbone of this movement which includes cancer survivors, caregivers, local citizens, and participants who believe that the future can be free from cancer and own the power to make that change. Funds raised help the American Cancer Society attack cancer in dozens of ways, each of them critical to achieving a world without cancer – from developing breakthrough therapies to building supportive communities, from providing empowering resources to deploying activists to raise awareness. There are many ways to get involved! • Join the Relay For Life of Old Bridge – Sign up to join an existing team or start a new team at www.RelayForLife.org/OldBridgeNJ • Get your business involved – Being involved in Relay For Life events supports your community Relay For Life event and provides your employees and customers, an opportunity to participate
in the fight against cancer. For information on sponsorship opportunities or how you can get your business involved, contact Vicky Allen, Senior Development Manager at vicky.allen@ cancer.org / 732-825-6958. • Donate - If you can’t participate in this year’s event, you can still help save lives by making a event donation. Every dollar fuels the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer. Visit www.RelayForLife.org/OldBridgeNJ to make a donation today. • Dedicate a Luminaria Bag for a loved one – Luminarias honor every life touched by cancer. For a $10 donation, you can dedicate them to a loved one lost, someone currently battling, or anyone who’s overcome it. Our Luminaria Ceremony begins after dusk and participants will see the Luminarias decorated with names and sometimes messages to the people they’re dedicated to. To dedicate a Luminaria Bag go to: https://tinyurl. com/OldBridge2022Luminaria • Volunteer – We are always looking for volunteers to join our Leadership Team, or just help out on the day of the event! Contact Vicky Allen for information on how you can volunteer; vicky. allen@cancer.org/ 732-825-6958. A special thank you to the Old Bridge School District and Old Bridge Township for their continued support in making this event possible in the Old Bridge community.
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT By Himanshu R. Shah, Business Administrator 1.OLD for stormwater management BRIDGE purposes throughout the golf GOLF course, lighting, and landscapCOURSE ing. Visit oldbridge.com/projects A T R O S E to view a plan of the project. LAMBERT2. OLD BRIDGE S ON FA R M MATAWAN ROAD (BRIDGE Old Bridge 3B40 OVER LAKE LEFFERTS) Township con- PUBLIC MEETING NO. 2 Himanshu R. t r a c tors are The County of Middlesex Shah beginning to and County of Monmouth mobilize for the construction of will be hosting a virtual Public the proposed Old Bridge Golf Information Center meeting to Course at Rose Lambertson inform local residents, organizalocated on the north and south tions, businesses and the general side of Lambertson Road. The public of the Local Concept project will include construc- Development Study for the Old tion of an 18-hole golf course Bridge-Matawan Road (CR 516) with a practice range, short- Bridge 3B40 over Lake Lefferts game practice area, practice on Wednesday March 30th from putting green, and mini-golf 6:00-8:00PM. The purpose of area. There will also be a 6,000 the Public Information Center square foot clubhouse with meeting is to inform the public a parking lot containing 204 of the Purpose and Need Stateparking spaces, a 5,000 square ment and to solicit public input foot maintenance building with and comment on the conceptual a parking lot containing 10 alternatives and Preliminary parking spaces, eight (8) bioret- Preferred Alternative (PPA) ention basins, six (6) wet ponds for bridge improvements. Visit
oldbridge.com/projects for more information on how to attend the virtual meeting. 3. JCP&L ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS SET TO EXPIRE ON MARCH 15th Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., is urging residential customers experiencing financial hardship to contact the company as soon as possible to establish an affordable payment arrangement or obtain assistance before the winter utility disconnection moratorium is lifted and shut offs for nonpayment resume beginning March 15th. To apply or learn more about other JCP&L programs, visit firstenergycorp.com/billassist or call 1-800-662-3115 to speak with a customer service representative Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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THE GOOD, BAD AND BITING OF SPRING By Anita Greenberg, DVM
Dr. Anita Greenberg and her husband, Dr. Daniel Belli, are the owners and operators of the East Brunswick Animal Hospital for more than 30 years. Dr. Greenberg has been a member of the Old Bridge Township Council since 2016 Spring is f inally here! As we look for ward to warmer temperatures and longer days, consider our fourlegged friends. Spring can bring certain problems for our pets. Wa r m e r t e mp e r atu re s bring an influx of parasites. Fleas are quite pervasive as they are carried by other pets, they are in the grass and, when they make it into your home, they thrive. Fleas are irritating to your pet when they bite for a blood meal.
Your pet may be allergic to the flea and have a flea allergic dermatitis. When your pet ingests the fleas it may get tape worms. Ticks are in the grass, near fields and woody areas. Ticks can cause Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Anaplamosis, Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis, and Tularemia to name a few. Flea and tick medication have come a long way and are very effective and efficient. Pet owners use to have to give flea baths, flea dips and fog their homes. Now there are topical flea and tick prevention. Topical may not be easy to apply, as you have to get down to the skin, not on the coat. This can be challenging in long-haired pets. There are chewable oral tablets that are very effective in flea and tick prevention. Once a month treatment is the best protocol to eradicate these parasites. Use a flea comb to check your pets. Comb through the coat and look for fleas and their “dirt.” The dirt, the dark debris
that looks like pepper, is the excrement of the flea, and the white parts are the flea eggs. Ticks don’t move fast and you can see their head and legs. Usually when they are attached to your pet their body is engorged with blood. When removing a tick, use a fine tipped tweezer, grasp the tick close to the skin, and swiftly pull back with steady pressure. Thoroughly clean the area and wash your hands. Heartworm disease is caused when a mosquito bites your pet, infecting him with Dirofilariasis immitis. The mosquito bite deposits heartworm larvae. The heartworm matures, living in major vessels and in the heart. An adult heartworm can grow up to a foot in length. A pet with heartworm disease, exhibits coughing, exercise intolerance and labored breathing. If left untreated, pulmonary thromboembolism, pulmonary hypertension and, ultimately, congestive heart failure can lead to death.
Prevention is the most effective treatment for your pet with a once a month chewable tablet, which also protects against intestinal parasites. There is also an option of a yearly injectable form. Other spring precautions to consider for your pets: • Easter baskets can cause a problem for pets. The chocolate ingested, especially Baker’s Chocolate, or dark chocolate is most toxic. The Easter grass can cause intestinal obstruction in cats and dogs. • Lilies are very common at this time of year and are highly toxic, causing kidney damage. • The bulb portion of tulips contains toxins that can cause gastrointestinal upset, depression of the central nervous system and cardiac problems. • Azaleas and rhododendrons contain grayanotoxins that can produce vomiting, drooling, weakness and depression of the central nervous system, and could lead to coma and death. • Peace lilies contain calcium
oxalate crystals, causing oral irritation and vomiting. They may cause difficulty in swallowing, intense burning and irritation of the mouth, lips and tongue. • Herbicides and insecticides can also be harmful to your pet. Read labels completely and use caution. • While spring cleaning, keep pets away from products and chemicals containing ammonia, bleach or chlorine. • With the warmer weather, hawks, fox and other wildlife are coming out of their winter hiding spots and hunting for food. Small cats and dogs should not be left unmonitored, as they may become their prey. Enjoy the spring, the nice weather, the longer days and being outside after a winter of being shut in due to snow and Covid19. Life is beautiful! Take time to enjoy your surroundings.
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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE SAT AND ACT I am often asked the differences between the SAT and ACT in order to determine which test will likely be the better option to maximize a student’s chance of acceptance to his or her top-choice university. This is a great question because students usually do a bit better on one than on the other. One major consideration in deciding which test is better is a student’s math ability. The SAT is half math. The ACT is one quarter math. As a result, students whose math score is better than their verbal will often have a better SAT than ACT while a student whose verbal is better than math will often do better on the ACT. The choice is sometimes not that simple, though. Instead of a second math section, the ACT has a dedicated
science section, which is really just a test of reading comprehension and data analysis. There is typically only 1 question out of 40 whose answer is not provided in the text and graphics. Aptitude in science seems not to be as much as a deciding factor, though, because the SAT also tests science, just differently. 2 of the 5 reading passages are science-based (1 is literature and 2 are history/social studies), 1 of the 4 writing and language passages is science-based (1 is history/social studies and 2 are about whatever), and there are science-based and history/ social studies-based math questions sprinkled throughout the math section. When we consider content, math is usually the deciding factor. Another consideration is time per question. The ACT is a faster test. Students are given 36 seconds per English question as opposed to the SAT equivalent writing and
language section where students are given 48 seconds per question. Students have exactly 60 seconds to answer an ACT math question, while they have 75 (sections 3) and 87 seconds (section 4) to answer an SAT math question. That being said, most students find the ACT to be more straightforward. Since the ACT is a test of speed, students with an IEP or 504 that includes extended time may have more of an advantage on ACT. While these differences merit consideration, here’s the kicker— half of the time a student is a better fit for one test on paper, but does comparably better on the other one…so why not take a mock test? You can sign up here https://www.ivymasters.com/inperson-practice-test/ using this coupon code: ALLAROUNDOB S ee you this Saturday! Suggestion for a topic? You can reach me at Paul.Pscolka@ ivymasters.com 732-4856480 www.ivymasters.com
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12 more profound hopelessness
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the Nazis and for helping the Jewish people, said something insightful: “If you look at the world, you’ll be distressed. If you look within, you’ll be depressed. If you look at God, you’ll be at rest.” The conclusion we reach then is that looking to our Creator is where real hope is found! Let’s consider an example. The fear of bringing up a child in a less-than-ideal situation has led millions to make a decision that will be deeply regretted— abortion. If we could see from a higher perspective, perhaps the answer to our problems is bound up in that little child’s life. In the Bible, Moses’ parents were pressured to sacrifice his life to Pharaoh’s decree—but instead they resisted, believing there was a greater purpose for their baby. They risked their lives to rescue him from certain death, and though it would be eighty years later, Israel’s cries to God for deliverance from Egypt were answered by that baby when he grew up and led them to the promised land! Last week I received a picture of one of the hundreds of babies rescued by Bridge Women’s
the picture had been scheduled to have an abortion that day, but instead entered our Mobile Pregnancy Center. She saw an ultrasound of the baby in her womb and chose life! Along with the picture of her beautiful baby, she thanked us profusely for being there in her moment of hopelessness. Who can tell what great purpose lies in store for that one child? Passages in the Bible about the moral conditions in the end times speak of pervading selfishness (1 Timothy 4, 2 Timothy 3, Matthew 24). But those who believe in God have put their hope in Him during the darkest trials. Because He lives, we have hope for the future no matter what is happening today! Please take another look at Jesus! A recent book and now video series, “Person of Interest” by Forensic Detective J. Warner Wallace, will help you see that
an explosive change for good in the world. Looking to Jesus gives us hope! He gives us the strength to endure despite our circumstances because He is above them and beyond them! And once we look to Him for our salvation, we realize Jesus settled the debt that has kept us in fear, needing to save ourselves. We can be bold now to abandon our self-interests and look to the interests of others! We can rescue that baby from abortion. We can encourage that neighbor under the weight of his drug addiction. We can offer support to the hurting woman caught in the cycle of abuse. We have a Living Hope to give them! The death of Jesus can give you confidence and hope even beyond the grave when you believe that His sacrifice paid for your debt of sin. Hoping this Easter season you open your Bible and take another look at Jesus!
LIVING STONES than ever before. It was conve- in the concentration camps of clinic. The mom who sent interest” to answer the cause for REAL HOPE
The present landscape of the world today— amidst the drug epidemic, continued fe ars ove r Lloyd Pulley, COVID variSenior Pastor ants, government overreach, “cancel culture,” and misinformation on the war in Ukraine—is leading many to become discouraged and depressed. I have heard not a few say, “What’s the point?” or “What difference can I make?” Many more sigh and mumble the adage, “The more things change, the more they remain the same!” And now added to the stress are higher inflation and energy prices. Average monthly expenses have risen to nearly $450 a month more than last year for most families. Many of our once-trusted institutions across the nation, which in the past gave us realistic assessments and responses, are now more irrelevant. Because of all of these things, many have developed
nient to believe the “approved version of the truth” we were fed, but something seemed off. Many are awakening to consider the vast changes within our nation in such a short time may be the result and end of a “long march through the institutions” in a culture war. As a battered woman becomes trapped in an abusive relationship, because the pain of the familiar is a lot more comfortable than the unknown, many have just sighed and accepted the “new reality” with little hope of change. Hope often seems tethered to our circumstances—but is there a way to have an abiding hope that doesn’t vanish in times of difficulty? Is there a way to have a sense of purpose that enables us to go forward? The Bible describes hope as “an anchor for the soul, sure and steadfast,” and to a Christian familiar with the Bible, there is a deeper meaning behind all that is happening in the world around us. We recently completed a series in our church entitled “Looking Up,” focused on what the Bible says about the times many are experiencing. Corrie ten Boom,
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LIBRARY DIRECTORS REPORT Library service is coming back to Laurence Harbor. With an anticipated start date of Tuesday, May 3, 2022 the Old Bridge Public Library will once again be setting up shop, this time in the Recreation Center building at Laurence Harbor Beach Front Park. Sharing space with the Township Parks and Recreation Department, the library will be offering books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, computers, and occasional programs. Operating hours will be Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 1:00 – 5:00 PM, and an outside bookdrop will allow return of materials 24/7. We look forward to seeing you there. At our central location in the Municipal Complex, Route 516 and Cottrell Road, we have some programs of note this month. Join Steve, the Magic Conductor, aboard the Dining Car to search for clues to solve
a mystery in a train-themed family magic show on Saturday, April 9 at 2:00 PM. Steve will turn volunteers into Junior Train Engineers in this interactive show that will have the entire audience help solve a mystery. Space is limited and registration required. On Monday, April 11 and 18 at 10:30 AM join us for Kids Dance Party – Outdoor Edition. Bring your beach towel and chairs as we gather on the grass and dance to popular kids songs like Wheels on the Bus and Shake Your Sillies Out. For Zoom participants, on Thursday, April 21 at 7:00 PM we have Decoding the Mysteries of Cats, or Why Cats Do What They Do. Register online at: https://www.oldbridgelibrary.org/ events/. The Old Bridge Public Library is your library, visit us and enjoy.
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BECOME A BRIDGEFEST SPONSOR! Become a Bridgefest Sponsor! Now in its 17th year, Bridgefest is a fun-filled, two-day, Christian festival being held on Friday, June 24 and Saturday June 25, in beautiful Ocean Grove NJ. Every year Bridgefest sees great crowds of thousands of people coming from throughout the tri-state area, the surrounding suburbs of Pennsylvania, and many online listeners up and down the coast! Our Sponsors make Bridgefest possible! Sponsorship pack-
ages include radio and social media promotions, premium placement on colorful banners, programs and more for our two full days of festival fun. It is the perfect time for family fun and a great way to share your organization, with many kids activities, your favorite on-air Bridge Radio pastors, boardwalk games, youth rally, and an ocean baptism. This year’s concert features Jeremy Camp, a Grammy-nominated, five times gold, and one-
time platinum award-winning musician who tops the Christian charts with over 40 hit singles. Visit Bridgefest.org to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and packages and help make Bridgefest 2022 the best one yet!
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IN MEMOR I A M
RONALD MAZZOLA
September 26, 1960 - Februar y 21, 2022 Friend, Sports Enthusiast, and Mr. Old Bridge, Ronald “Ron” Mazzola, 61 of Old Bridge passed away suddenly at his home. Ron was born in Brooklyn New York to his parents the late Nunzio and Anne Passarelli Mazzola. He was a life long resident of Old Bridge graduating from Madison Central High School
in 1978. Ron was active in numerous Old Bridge Township and surrounding towns organizations. He was most active in Central Jersey Sports. He was the voice of Old Bridge football for many years calling games in a professional and yet thrilling manner. Ron also served as the public announcer for Rutgers University wrestling, the GMC wrestling tournament, Shore Conference, NJSIAA gymnastics as well as announcing for field hockey, volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball and soccer events for high schools throughout Middlesex County. He was a member of the National Association of Sports Public Address Announcers and was once voted GMC’s best public address announcer. His involvement in GMC’s wrestling garnered him multiple “Man of the Year” awards. Ron owned and operated
Prestige Imaging, providing apparel, uniforms, awards trophies and much more. His career led him to not only GMC Conference schools but other schools and clients throughout New Jersey. One of Ron’s last accomplishments was losing over 100 pounds. In the last year he was proud to have achieved the goal of healthy living and lifestyle. Besides his involvement in sports he was active in Spotswood Athletics and Polish American Club of Spotswood. He was Mr. Old Bridge to many but to his family his was the baby brother. Always answering his phone, providing comic relief and a lending ear. His work and volunteering impacted the lives of thousands of young athletes and Old Bridge residents. There will never be another Ron, Mr. Old Bridge but his legacy of love, laughter and life will be carried on by the many who knew him.
He was predeceased by his parents and brother Joseph. Ron leaves behind his sisters, Lucille Mortimer of Diamondhead, MS, Grace Patella of Old Bridge, Karen Rimmer and husband Kim, Burlington, NC, his aunt, Lorraine Mazzola, Brooklyn, NY, dear family friends, Frank and Judy Brady of Old Bridge and Mark and Bernice Koppel of Spotswood, many nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins and friends. Family and friends were invited to remember Ron during
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visitation on Wednesday, March 2, from 2-9 PM at Old Bridge Funeral Home, 2350 Rt 516, Old Bridge. Sports attire is welcome to be worn out of memory for Ron (something he would appreciate). A funeral mass was offered on Thursday, March 3 at 10:30am in St. Ambrose Church, 83 Throckmorton Road, Old Bridge, at the conclusion of mass the procession will pass by Lombardi Field, one last time. Cremation will be private by Jersey Memorial Crematory
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HAUSER HILL FARMS OPENS MAY 1, 2022
Continue from page 1 some tips from the farmer himself. 1.) Before planting, it’s a good time to prepare your soil. If you haven’t added lime, you may want to consider starting with a coating of lime along with a good layer of compost. Incorporating these thoroughly before planting will increase the organic and nutrient level in the soil. 2.) Be sure to rotate your crops and avoid planting the same crops in the same spots year after year. This will help avoid disease and crop failure. 3 . ) A i m f o r M o t h e r s’ D a y
as a plant date for most crops to be safe from frost or freeze. 4.) Come see us for your flowers and vegetable plants. We carry what grows best in our area and can answer any questions you may have. Our farm stand is located at 261 Ticetown Road, Old Bridge or find us on Facebook or Instagram.
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WHEN IS THE EMERGENCY ROOM THE RIGHT CHOICE? Do you know where to go in a medical emergency? And do you know how to recognize one? As the number of urgent care locations grows, so does the convenience of receiving medical attention. However, it’s important to know where to go based on the situation at hand. “Urgent care centers are a convenient choice if you’ve got a minor injury or illness, such as the flu, minor cuts or an animal bite, and you can’t wait to see your doctor,” says Michael Eagan, M.D., Medical Director, Old Bridge Medical Center, “However, when you have a life-threatening medical situation, you should visit an Emergency Department.” Here are some examples of when you should head to the nearest Emergency Department. Problem: Chest pain When to Go: If you feel chest pain, it could be a heart attack. Call 911 immediately if you have chest pain and: Have discomfort in the middle of your chest that
lasts more than a few minutes or that goes away and comes back Experience chest pain that feels like squeezing, fullness or uncomfortable pressure Feel consistent pain or discomfort in your arms, back, neck, jaw or stomach Have shortness of breath Feel light-headed Are nauseous Problem: Sudden onset of visual or balance problems When to Go: Head to the Emergency Department immediately — especially if these symptoms are accompanied by: Face drooping Arm weakness Speech difficulty These are all signs of stroke. The faster you call 911 and get to the Emergency Depar tment, the more likely you are to prevent longterm effects from stroke. Problem: Allergic reaction When to Go: Head to the Emergency Department if your allergic reaction is severe and
you experience: Tr o u b l e b r e a t h i n g Hives Swelling Problem: High fever When to Go: Get emergency or immediate medical help if: Elderly or immunocompromised adults have a fever over 101. You have a fever of 103 with other symptoms (shortness of breath, weakness, cough, etc.)
You have a temperature of 105 or higher with no other symptoms. Children younger than 3 months have a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher. Children are having seizures, cannot be awakened easily, cannot walk or are having trouble breathing during a fever, or their fever lasts more than a few days. Unsure if it’s an emergency?
Don’t delay seeking help if you think there’s a chance your symptoms p os e an emergency. “Getting prompt treatment can make all the difference in your chances for recovery,” says Dr. Eagan.
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