The HOWELL Times
Vol. 21 - No. 40
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Photos courtesy Veer Yadav (Left) Veer Yadav, who grew up in Howell believes “Fun for Fighters” will bring great joy to children. (Above) A sampling of toys donated by “Fun for Fighters.”
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By Stephanie Faughnan HOWELL – A 21-yearold local Rutgers University student is on a campaign to bring “Fun to Fighters” as he gives joy to children battling illnesses in hospitals throughout New Jersey. Veer Yadav, who grew up in Howell and grad-
uated from Freehold High School in 2011, has known he wanted to be a doctor from an early age. When he was 16 years old, Yadav began volunteering at CentraState Medical Center in the emergency room and neurological department. “I figured this would
give me an opportunity to get exposure in the medical field and also meet people,” said Yadav. “The emergency room at the hospital only has a small pediatric area, but I was touched by the children I met there.” As he paid personal witness to the struggles of children suffering from illnesses, Yadav decided he wanted to
make a difference. He continues to believe that every child deser ves a joyf ul and memorable experience. What better way to make them happy than to provide them with toys that would bring smiles to their faces? “Every child should be able to enjoy their childhood,” Yadav expressed passionately. (Joy - See Page 4)
Got Cool Antiques? “American Pickers” Return To NJ
By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – Do you have any remarkable relics or valuable antiques? Well, the “American Pickers” want to see your collections. The popular documentary series American Pickers will be making
its way back to New Jersey this April, filming episodes for their upcoming season. The History Channel hit show follows skilled “pickers” as they explore the fascinating world of antique “picking” and hunt through people’s interesting
items to find the most valuable antiques. They’re always on the hunt for historically significant or rare items, in addition to unforgettable characters and their collections. The Pickers are on a mission to “recycle and rescue forgotten relics”
as they road trip from coast to coast. Through their searches, they’re looking to meet characters with amazing stories and fun items with the hopes of finding historically significant objects. The team aims to give these valuables a
new lease on life, while learning about America’s past along the way. “The Pickers have seen a lot of r u st y gold over the years and are always looking to discover something they’ve never seen before. They are ready (Antiques - See Page 7)
Photo courtesy Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office MedStar will assist local agencies in need with emergency medical calls. By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – Amid the shortage of volunteer EMTs, the Monmouth County Sheriff ’s Office has launched a county-run emergency medical services operation, MedStar. The initiative is led by the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office along with the support of the Board of County Commissioners. MedStar will assist local agencies in need with emergency medical calls, aiming to ensure quick and effective emergency medical responses for residents. “Volunteer EMS units play a crucial role in serving communities, but challenges have resulted in staffing shortages that are impacting response time and safety, so we are here to help,” Sheriff Shaun Golden said. “This launch of the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office EMS Operation, MedStar, is a testament to our dedication to public safety and resolve to address the shortage of EMS volunteers head-on. It bridges the gap and enhances emergency response capabilities in struggling towns entering into an agreement with Monmouth County.” According to the Sheriff ’s Office, more than 60,000 calls for service in Monmouth County required an ambulance last year. Out of the 21 counties in New Jersey, Monmouth County ranks 19th in response times. With the number of volunteers decreasing, the demand has been challenging. The goal of the Monmouth County Sheriff ’s Office EMS Operation is to fill that need and help supplement the (EMS - See Page 6)
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