Classes Learn About Wilderness Survival

─Photo courtesy Central Regional Education Association

BERKELEY – Some of the best learning experiences happen outside of a classroom. Congratulations to all of the students in Mr Haug’s Wilderness Survival Class on their shelter building projects. The students’ thought, effort, creativity and ingenuity are clearly observable as you scroll through their projects. Kudos to you Mr. Haug and to your CR Wilderness Survival Classes on remarkable projects!

Paws In The Park

BERKELEY – Paws in the Park is Back! The event will be held on June 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fairgrounds, Miller Air

Park Berkeley. Enjoy demos, vendors, shelters, and rescues. For more information, call 732-506-9090.

Veterans Resource Event

BERKELEY – The VFW Post 9503 will be hosting a Veteran’s Resource Event on May 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. Learn about various resources to help veterans. Bring a copy of your DD214 to sign up for the VA and other resources.

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Bayville Fire Annual Installation Of Officers And Awards Dinner

BERKELEY – The Bayville Volunteer Fire Department held their Annual Installation of Officers and Awards Dinner. They thank Mayor Amato, Council President Bacchione, and the Town Council Members for their continued support and swearing in the Officers.

Congratulations to all the award recipients and they look forward to another year of serving Berkeley Township.

Local Firefighters Take On Training

PINE BEACH – Station 38 dug their heels in recently for a full day of annual refresher training. Topics covered included Right to Know, Lock Out/Tag Out, Bloodborne Pathogens, SCBA, and Hazardous Materials. Many thanks to the guest instructors, Capt. Chris Matyas

(Beachwood EMS) and Chief Anthony Correia (Burlington Twp) for sharing your knowledge and experience with our members once again. Special thanks to George and Doreen Roksvaag for donating breakfast and lunch to our members. Much appreciated!

Local EMS Mourn Loss Of Member

By Alyssa Riccardi BAYVILLE – Friends, family, and community first responders

of a beloved member who recently passed away.

Bayville EMS recently announced the passing of their life member, Michael McCabe, 49, who died in a motorcycle crash.

“Mike was always known for his happy and cheerful personality that lit up a room when he walked in and regardless of any situation, he always kept a positive mindset that was influential on many,” Bayville

─Photo courtesy Bayville EMS EMS said in a statement. “He loved helping his community and really valued what he was able to do for people in any way.”

The Squad said Mike was a big advocate for them as well as many other Emergency Service Organizations. Being a member of the Knights of the Inferno Motorcycle Club Mother Chapter, Mike was able to do many things to support the squad.

“Most of all, Mike was so proud of his kids and family which he always talked about the most. Mike, you will be missed by us all,” Bayville EMS said.