The BERKELEY Times Vol. 30 - No. 52
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A Community Unites To“Support The Troops” in the garage and sheds. Inside is everything a soldier could need. Toothpaste and toothbrushes are sent in the same box as candy, sending a bit of a before and after. Travel size items are key, because they can be taken on the go. Wet wipes are extremely welcome. “This is top shelf stuff,” he said as he showed off handfuls of name brand products. Jerky is popular, because it provides protein in quick snack form, since the soldiers are often on the go. Photo by Chris Lundy He’s learned that tea is not Lloyd Mullikan shows some blank Christmas cards that he’ll welcome in hot climates because it makes you urisend to troops so they can mail them back. nate more, when you really want to be keeping that water in your body. By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Soldiers are trained to endure the Soldiers put dryer sheets in their shoes to keep harshest environments and deal with issues that we them fresh. There’s been a larger demand for couldn’t even fathom. But that doesn’t mean they feminine hygiene products. He’s picked up t-shirts at Goodwill. “When don’t need a little help from time to time. Lloyd Mullikan has been shipping boxes of supplies you’re off duty, it gives you something to wear to soldiers for more than two decades. He collects that’s not military,” he said. “It’s a small thing, donations from businesses, individuals, and com- but it helps.” munity groups. He has a list of soldiers – some of Some items are put in there just for morale. them are the children or grandchildren of people he A bunch of beauty products can be used for a knows. That person becomes the contact that he can spa day. The soldiers are so isolated that CDs, DVDs, books and comic books come in handy. send items to. He has boxes lining rooms in his house, and more (Troops - See Page 4)
County GOP Backed Spadea, What Now? By Stephanie Faughnan OCEAN COUNTY - Just after Jack Ciattarelli decisively won the Republican nomination for governor, Ocean County GOP Chairman George Gilmore acknowledged the outcome - even though the county organization had thrown its weight behind former media host Bill Spadea. “He hasn’t asked me to campaign for him yet,” Gilmore said when asked if he would support Ciattarelli moving forward. “I expect to be talking with Jack at some point in time. Right now, he’s probably celebrating his victory – but I did send him my congratulations.” Ocean County’s Republican organization formally endorsed
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Photo courtesy Sketchy Medicine Sketchy Medicine is one of the bands slated to perform this summer in Berkeley. By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The line-up of free concerts held throughout the summer have been announced. Most of the events will be held at Veterans Park, 489 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville. There is one noted below that is held on the barrier island. The concerts are free to the public, and parking is also free. Town officials encourage you to bring lawn chairs and blankets, and make an evening of it. The concert area is surrounded by local nonprofits selling meals, snacks, and refreshments. These serve as a major fundraiser for these organizations. For more information, visit btrec.org. Wednesday, July 2. Jukebox Legends 6 to 7 p.m.; Naked Jake Band 7:30 to 9 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m. after the show. Jukebox Legends prides itself as being “New Jersey’s #1 50s, 60s & 70s Tribute Group.” Naked Jake Band plays a variety of rock hits with their own specific vibe. Wednesday, July 16. Nu Rhythm 6 to 7 p.m.; We May Be Right (Billy Joel tribute) 7:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 30. Sketchy Medicine 6 to 7 p.m.; Mid-Life Crisis 7:30 to 9 p.m. Sketchy Medicine bills themselves as “A classic rock-nroll band to soothe your musical needs.” Mid-Life Crisis says they are “New Jersey’s premier rock, dance and party and wedding band serving the greater tri-state area.” Wednesday, August 13. Chris Yoder Band 6 to 7 p.m.; Suit & Mai Tai 7:30 to 9 p.m. The Chris Yoder Band promises an acoustic experience that is “A little rock; a little country; ALL heart.” Suit & Mai Tai will be “performing yacht rock classics with a twist of YOUR rock ‘n roll favorites!” Saturday, August 23. Alotta Colada, advertised as “NJ’s premier island band,” will perform from 5 to 8 p.m. As (Concert - See Page 4)
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