Cedar Grove Life May 2023

National Child Abuse Prevention Month

By Tina Pappas

LITTLE FALLS, N.J. - Mayor James Damiano held a proclamation marking the month of April 2023 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month during the Township Council Workshop Agenda meeting held on April 17. He recognized two representatives from Passaic County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). The non-profit organization advocates for children who are in the child welfare and foster care systems. Communications Director Mike Walshe, and Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator Sasha Lowery, MPA, were on-hand for the proclamation.

Damiano cited several statistics, among them that there were approximately 3.9 million reports made to child protective services during the federal fiscal year of 2021. He added that child abuse and neglect is a serious problem affecting every segment of the community and finding solutions requires input and action from everyone.

“Our children are our most valuable resources and will shape the future of our world. Child abuse can have longterm psychological, emotional, and physical effects that have lasting consequences for victims of abuse,” he emphasized. “Protective factors are conditions that reduce or eliminate risk and promote the social, emotional and developmental well-being of children.”

He further added that effective child abuse prevention activities succeed because of the partnerships and coopera-

tion created between many entities in the communities such as professionals, education, health, community, faithbased organizations, businesses, law enforcement agencies and families. He also emphasized that communities must make every effort to promote programs and activities that create strong, thriving children and families.

“We acknowledge that we must work together as a community to increase awareness about child abuse and contribute to promote the social and emotional well-being of children families, in a safe, stable and nurturing environment,” Damiano explained.. “Prevention remains the best defense for our children and families.”

Lowery thanked Damiano and council members for recognizing National Child Abuse Prevention Month and spoke of the work done for children at Passaic County CASA. She added that for the past 15 years they have recruited and trained volunteer advocates to be a voice for children in the child welfare system who don’t necessarily have people to advocate and fight for them.

“That has been our goal. We want to make sure every child in Passaic County that’s in the child welfare system has someone to fight for them,” Lowery said.

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A proclamation was held by Mayor James Damiano and Township Council designating the month of April 2023 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month during the Township Council Workshop Agenda meeting held on April 17.

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18,000th Paring of Seeing Eye Dogs Occurs in Morristown

By Jeff Garrett

If you ever wondered how a seeing eye dog earns its so-called certificate to practice, The Seeing Eye, Inc. non-profit organization in Morris County, NJ is an institution which knows, having graduated thousands of dogs to folks in need in history. The organization recently celebrated its 18,000th pairing.

The facility at 1 Seeing Eye Way in Morristown, helps match puppies with over 130 volunteers to train them. Some are repeat, recurring trainers while some are newbies giving it a go for the first time having received training themselves –earning their pedigree of sorts.

“Volunteers start to raise puppies as early as 8 weeks,” says Michelle

Barlak, Spokesperson and Senior Specialist of Public Relations of the organization who runs the Sussex County, NJ club in Ogdensburg. “Then they are home for a year with a trainer where they learn things like house manners, house training, socialization and obedience.” After 1416 months, the trained puppies are returned to the seeing eye dog facility where they undergo a veterinary exam to ensure they will be reliable seeing eye dogs and thereafter, spend four months with a paid full-time instructor. That elevates the dogs to where they can be paired with someone in need where they spend two to three weeks getting acclimated to their new master.

There are breeding clubs in New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware. At each club puppy raisers get lots of support according to Barlak. “The dogs receive veterinary care and the trainers get a stipend for dog food. There are puppy club meetings and classes run by puppy club leaders which help new raisers.” If you become a leader, these folks must do things away from the site club and in the community such as taking dogs to malls, fairs, festivals in outings where the dogs get increased socialization opportunities. This is particularly advantageous for the dogs since they need to be ready to assist their new owners navigating social settings.

Veterans training these

dogs gain admittance to the “21 Club,” when they’ve successfully raised 21 Dogs. Trainers are kids, teens, adults and senior citizens – some as young as 9 some in their 70’s and 80’s. If you’re a younger trainer and plan on going to College, there’s a scholarship program the non- profit offers to graduating seniors. In fact, each August there’s a “Family Day,” which is an appreciation event for many and where scholarships are awarded. With a sophisticated program in place, one might wonder how all of this is financed. “It costs $73,000 to breed, raise and train puppies,” added barlak, which seems like a staggering amount, with donations from areas each club serves as there

main funding source; the organization doe not receive a penny of government funding.

If one needs a dog, it costs $150.00 for the first animal and $50.00 thereafter for each subsequent one. Veterans get dogs for just $1.00, a benefit of sorts to those who’ve served.

Since a dog’s life span is usually much shorter than that of most people, one in need could need up to several dogs in their lifetime; receiving one for

$50.00 becomes quite a cost-saving boom.

One trainer who has made a name for herself is Bonnie DiCola of Boonton Township in Morris County. Her club, “4-Footed Leaders,” goes so far as to be integrated into the curriculum at Cedar Hill Elementary School where she works as the school nurse. She’s trying to get students to appreciate this Service, on some of them may need at some point in their lives.

In it’s eighth decade of service, The Seeing Eye shows no signs of slowing down, which is what those in need of help from K-9 furry friends of fours look for, as the need itself, hardly slows down.

For more information on The Seeing Eye, Inc., logon to https://www.seeingeye. org.

Plantar fasciitis is a condition characterized by stabbing heel pain. With plantar fasciitis, the length of connective tissue that links the heel and toes (the plantar fascia) grows irritated and may develop small tears.

As you sleep, your plantar fascia shortens. In the morning, when you take your first couple of steps of the day, the inflamed plantar fascia causes severe heel pain. Throughout the day, your plantar fascia warms up and the pain recedes, but the cycle usually repeats every morning.

What is plantar fasciitis?

What causes plantar fascii�s?

The main cause of plantar fasciitis is strain and pressure. Your plantar fascia absorbs significant shock as you walk or run. Any extra strain or pressure, whether from extra weight, repetitive movements, or biomechanical foot problems, can lead to plantar fasciitis.

The main risk factors for plantar fasciitis include:

∙Being 40-60 years old

∙Regular exercise stressing your heels

∙Flat feet

∙High arches

∙Obesity

∙Long periods of standing

In some cases, it’s uncertain why plantar fasciitis happens. Dr. Wachtler explores all possible causes of plantar fasciitis so he can tailor your treatment and help you recover quickly.

How is plantar fascii�s diagnosed?

Diagnosis includes a physical foot exam. You may also need imaging studies like digital X-rays or MRI to rule out other issues. For example, imaging studies can show problems like bone spurs or Achilles tendon damage, which are two other possible causes of heel pain.

How is plantar fascii�s treated?

Dr. Wachtler understands how frustrating plantar fasciitis and other types of heel pain can be, so he offers an array of treatment options at Cedar Grove Foot & Ankle Specialists, including:

Ortho�cs

Custom-molded orthotics can ease the pressure on your plantar fascia to minimize tearing and pain.

Cor�sone injec�ons

Cortisone injections minimize inflammation, which can stop your pain for 3-6 months at a time.

Physical therapy

Physical therapy includes specific stretching exercises that help to lengthen the plantar fascia and reduce pain.

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PRP injections infuse plantar fascia tears with growth factors that stimulate tissue healing and reduce your pain.

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plantar fascia tissue and ease pain. In rare cases, if plantar fasciitis doesn’t respond to nonoperative care, Dr. Wachtler can recommend surgical intervention, like plantar fascia release. Need plantar fasciitis help? Cedar Grove Foot & Ankle Specialists is here for you. Reach out by phone or through online booking.

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Families Behind the Badge

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Woodland Park Borough Council

President Tracy Kallert and Councilman Vincent DeCesare recently announced that Woodland Park Police Department Capt. Jeffrey O’Brien will be the honored officer at this year’s “Families Behind the Badge” Softball Tournament, which will be held on Saturday, June 3 (rain date June 4) at the Memorial School field complex. Jeffrey’s parents George and Dorothy O’Brien joined the Mayor and Council for the

announcement. Capt. O’Brien passed away on Nov. 21, 2022, after an eight-year battle with brain cancer. A resident of Woodland Park since 1995, he joined the police department in 2000 and rose to the rank of Captain. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his son Sean O’Brien; stepson Victor Trzuskot; grandmother Jeanne Lekston; sister Charlotte O’Brien; brother Daniel O’Brien and his wife Caryn; and his nieces and nephews.

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By Richard Mabey Jr.

One of the saddest things

I’ve endured in my life is listening to a father complain about his son, or vice versa. The solemn sadness those words would bring to my heart, would be of such an immense depth.

For over 20 years, I served as an Assistant Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 170. For over 15 years, I served as a parttime Youth Minister. And, I have worked with young people through organizations such as 4-H and Toastmasters. Sadly, it was not uncommon to hear a father complain about his son, or to hear a son complain about his father.

I was blessed beyond my wildest dreams to have a strong father with a kind heart. My father was a veteran of the Second World War. As a boy, he survived the tough times of the Great Depression. These

I Remember Dad: Prayer Is The Key To Open Thy Heart

experiences brought a great respect for self reliance upon my father’s subconscious mind. My father was one of the wisest men whom I have ever known. My father had a deeply kind heart.

I walked hundreds of miles of the Appalachian Trail, by my father’s side. I have taken several week-long hikes along that famous long and winding, mountainous wooded trail. I shared a canoe with my father, for a week-long journey down the Delaware River, five separate summers. My father taught me to hold a deep respect for the forest land, the wild creatures, the streams and lakes, and the birds flying in the air.

If you are a father, who is less than happy with things your son is saying or doing, complaining solves nothing. The first step for any man to have a good, wholesome, blessed relationship with his son, is to pray, pray and pray about it. And then, pray

more about it. Complaining only feeds the wound. Complaining only widens the gap.

I know first-hand, how tough it can be to survive in the corporate world. “Mr. Big is flying in from Los Angeles in three days, we’ve got to have those reports completed by then!!!” It’s all so easy to get lost in the demands of work life and fall behind upon feeding the bond with a son. I know it’s important to make a good living. But the very minute a job begins to rob a man of having time to spend with his children, is the time a man needs to find a new job.

I know that some of you may accuse me of being chauvinist in this column. Please know that I have prayed about this subject a great deal, that of the conflict that can happen between a father and a son. I felt a true calling to focus on this subject for this column.

In general, when you complain about someone, you’re really not working toward healing

that human relationship. Complaining only strengthens the conflict. And, that is exactly what Satan wants to happen. Prayer opens the human heart. Love burns conflicts to ashes.

Forgiveness is the greatest tool for healing broken relationships.

And, compassion is the candle that lights up the darkness of misunderstanding.

Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@hotmail.com. Please put on the subject line: I Remember Dad.

Paws of War Celebrates First Anniversary of Autism Pilot Program Success

Paws of War helping children who have autism by pairing them with a service dog

NESCONSET, New York – (April 13, 2023) –April is Autism Awareness Month and the first anniversary of the autism pilot program by Paws of War A year ago this month, they paired a child with a service dog, and they are pleased to say that it›s been a successful program so far When 11-year-old Cale’s dad was deployed with the U S Marines, it created a lot of anxiety and stress in his son, who has autism Paws of War stepped in and provided the child with a service dog named Lexi, and it’s made a world of difference .

“This is the first time we have placed a dog with someone who has autism, so we are excited that we can help in this situation. This is a dedicated military family to whom we are thrilled to give back,” explains Robert Misseri, cofounder of Paws of War. “Unfortunately, not every child with autism will benefit from a service animal, but in Cale’s case, it’s ideal. It’ll help him navigate anxiety and sleep issues, and Lexi will play many

roles in his life as a service animal and therapy animal. It’ll give Cale the ability to give back. We know the dog is perfect for Cale, and he will work with Lexi regularly with a trainer to accomplish everything he wants.”

Cale lives in Alexandria, Virginia, with his parents, Brandi and Chris Nolting. Chris serves in the U.S. Marines and often works demanding hours. During this, Cale becomes deeply unsettled, struggling with insomnia, anxiety, and being overwhelmed. Nothing worked to help him, so he had to resort to medication. During a doctor’s visit, Cale met a therapy dog, and his parents noticed how he gravitated to the dog and was comfortable in his presence.

That chance encounter led to reaching out for assistance from Paws of War, which typically provides service dogs for Veterans with traumatic brain injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, the organization has the means and wants to help a hero’s

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dogs provide friendship, confidence, and calming ability to children who find social interaction and many daily situations over-stimulating, and the dogs offer calm reassurance. They can reach children on a level that other people often can’t. Paws of War provides ongoing training for Lexi and assistance for the family. To help support the pilot program, visit its site at: http://pawsofwar.org To see Cale’s story, visit YouTube

son - knowing the difference service dogs make.

Misseri delivered Lexi, a rescued 3-year-old English cream, to the family to ensure she would be the perfect match when Cale and Lexi instantly connected. She has been by his side since. Cale is doing well, and he and Lexi have formed a strong bond. His level of distress has greatly reduced, and the hope is that he will be able to gradually reduce his medication as he becomes even more confident and can regulate his routine.

Cale also feels much more confident now that he has Lexi by his side during stressful situations like school assemblies or fire drills. In fact, she even helps him get through difficult conversations with other kids who don’t understand his disability. The bond between these two has grown stronger every day since they met last spring. Cale has also been able to learn responsibility through his training with Lexi. He knows that he must care for her as she cares for him, and this has helped him develop an understanding of the structure and outcomes of his actions.

“They can rely on each other. With her being a rescue, she can learn from Cale, I hope. They can grow together and have a better foundation among each other,” adds Chris Nolting. “If we could do anything to further Paws of War’s cause, it would be a win for everybody if other kids like Cale were able to receive similar support.”

The presence of a service dog in the home brings peace of mind to military members who have to leave for deployment - knowing the dog is a comfort to their child and the family. Service

According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 1 in every 68 children has autism spectrum disorder. It’s a condition that affects children from all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. They report that there is no “cure” for autism spectrum disorder, but several interventions can help children learn essential skills that improve everyday life.

Paws of War currently has three other service dogs in training. Due to the success they have seen with Cale, they will be placing the other dogs as well. Currently, they are providing service dogs to children of veterans, active military, and first responders.

Paws of War has been operating worldwide since 2014, helping the military save the animals they rescue while deployed overseas. They have helped veterans with numerous issues, including suicide prevention, service and support dogs, companion cats and dogs, food insecurity, veterinary care, etc. Paws of War has a large loyal following of supporters and looks forward to working with new corporate sponsors to support these life-saving programs. To donate, visit its site at: http://pawsofwar. org .

About Paws of War

Paws of War is a nonprofit 501(c) (3) charitable organization that assists military members and their pets, rescues and trains dogs to be service dogs and provides companion animals to veterans. To learn more about Paws of War and the programs provided or donate, visit its site at: http://pawsofwar.org

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Source: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. 10 Facts about Autism Spectrum Disorder. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ ecd/10-facts-about-asd

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By Tina Pappas

LITTLE FALLS, N.J. - The Easter Bunny made its way to the Township once again this year to the delight of children and their parents. The annual “Breakfast with the Bunny” event was held at the Little Falls Sports & Recreation Complex Gymnasium on April 8.

The event, which included over 200 children, was coordinated by the Little Falls Recreation Department. Mayor James Damiano, members of the Township Council and the Little Falls Police Department were also on hand.

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The event featured a balloon artist, face painting, and other fun activities, including breakfast and refreshments. Every child also received an Easter goodie bag, compliments of the Little Falls Public Library. Among the local businesses taking part in the event was Realty Boutique and Core Wellness - Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Message.

“This town always offers great recreational and holiday activities,” said local resident Kevin Smith. “I’m always happy to bring my kids to any of these fun events.”

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Little Falls Highlights April 22 as Earth Day For Environmental Awareness

Damiano highlighted April 22 as Earth Day at the recent Township Council Workshop Agenda meeting, with a message that every day needs to be Earth Day in order to help protect the environment.

“Earth Day is one day that we look to clean and keep clean our Earth,” said Damiano. “Just because April 22 is designated as Earth Day doesn’t mean that every day is not a good day to make sure to pick up litter and keep the Earth clean.”

During his proclamation, Damiano stated that Earth Day originated in the U.S. in 1970 to increase awareness of environmental problems and was renamed by the United Nations as “International Mother Earth Day.” He added that scientists estimate dozens of

plants and animals will go extinct each day due to human activity.

“Humans generate 4.5 pounds of trash per day, and according to Recycle Now, nearly 80 percent of all plastic waste ever created by humans is still in the environment today,” he added.

Damiano also emphasized that there are many small things everyone can do each day to help curb pollution and lessen the impact to the environment, which will make a huge difference to the planet. He stressed the importance of recycling, carpooling, using fuel-efficient cars, and to stop littering.

“Every year on April 22, Earth Day demonstrates environmental support and how we can protect our planet from further harm,” he noted.

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Museum Spotlight: InfoAge Science and History Museums (Wall Township)

By Steve Sears

Steve Lang, a trustee, and marketing chair of Wall Township’s InfoAge Science and History Museums, talks about the key to the 45,000 square foot

facility.

“The youngsters that visit, they are asking questions,” he says. “That is our key. When they walk out of here, we want them asking questions.” He then adds, “To get a semi-look at everything that’s here, you’re probably going to make two or three trips – 10 to 15 hours.”

InfoAge Science and History Museums, located on the former Camp Evans site that was in possession of the United States Army from 1941 up until 1997, became incorporated as a 501 c3 in 1998.

InfoAge, whose first exhibits opened in 2005, is dedicated to scientific, historical, and educational exhibits, and programs. Aptly described, it is one large museum with 21 mini-museums under that umbrella. Some displays are in the main building near the welcome area and gift shop, but most are out in the campus area. But the displays and exhibits are hardly “mini,” especially in worth and learning. You will spend a good day here in one spot, and as Lang says, you will not only need

but want to return.

Michael Ruane is the InfoAge Chief Executive Officer. “We have been talking about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) since the beginning. We have been saying STEM because it is more easily recognized, but when people come in here, we also talk about STEAM (the above four components but with the addition of Arts) because we have definitely had STEAM events.”

Visitors to the InfoAge Science and History Museums have ventured from as far away as Brooklyn, Rockland County, New York, and both northern and southern New Jersey. Many homeschoolers also visit for the educational benefit, school visits themselves have doubled since 2022, and InfoAge also works on projects with scout groups.

Gleaned from the website, here is the mission of the InfoAge Science and History Museums: The MISSION of the Information Age Science and History Museum and Learning Center (InfoAge) is to preserve, educate, and honor scientific innovation to inspire new generations of thinkers, dreamers, and visionaries.

Our mission is broken into three SubMissions: DEVELOP an Interactive hands-

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Our VISION: Our parking lots filled with yellow school buses and students who are motivated to pursue the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math.

Consider some of the offerings. Radio and Communications Tecnology; LenniLenape Native Americans, European Colonization, and Independence; New Jersey Shipwreck Museum; Trains; Fallout Shelter Theater, and much more. In the main building there is a self-guided tour, but when you exit that structure and trek to the other buildings, experienced tour guides and docents on site are prepared to explain the displays and engage in discussion.

Annual events are also held at InfoAge. Lang and his group at the Trains museum often hold a three-week model train show where over 2,500 people have come through the front gates. The Computers exhibit, which has 60 rare computers displayed, in April welcomed almost 1,000 avid computer buffs when the Vintage Computer Federation held its annual event at InfoAge. “The events bring people in,” Lang says.

InfoAge Science and History Museums are always growing. The Radio and

Communications Technology museum is the most popular, but there are still more buildings to be open for events and displays. Discussion has included opening a café, and a new Firefighting building will be unveiled soon.

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The students in Mrs. Murray and Mrs. Coffey’s PreK-4 class at School 1 were excited to receive their library cards. They can’t wait to go to the library to borrow books on

their own. Thanks are sent to Home & School Association President Mrs. Hajbi and Alfred Baumann Library Youth Services Coordinator Ms. Rappa for organizing the endeavor.

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It Happened in NJ: Remembering New Jersey Heroes this Memorial Day

By Peter Zablocki

One does not think of parades, medals, or American flags on the battlefield. The soldiers often recall thinking of the person standing directly next to them and how to keep them safe. Many speak of the natural duty to one’s nation and flag. Still, when bullets, mortars, or human charges come at them, and the automated instinct and training take over, most tend to recall extraordinarily little, apart from wanting to survive.

Originally known as Decoration Day in the years following the Civil War, Memorial Day is an American holiday honoring those soldiers who, against all their intentions, never made it home to share their stories with their loved ones.

It is not known what spurred the movement to make the tradition a unified national day of remembrance. Research points to May 5, 1868, when General James Garfield made a speech before thousands of those gathered at Arlington National Cemetery to lay flowers on the graves of the fallen Civil War soldiers. The future President of the United States dubbed the

day Decoration Day. Following the event, the loved ones of those who had fallen and, later, other townspeople across the nation began holding springtime tributes to the soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice.

These independent gatherings across local United States cemeteries and within

distinct communities led to decorations, flags, and flowers gracing countless graves of American veterans and, in many instances, became synonymous with the official start of spring. With each town or state choosing its own date in May, and some not at all, to commemorate those fallen in battle, Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act in 1968. The legislation designated the last Monday of each May, Memorial Day, making it an official federal holiday.

With the state’s position as one of the original thirteen colonies and later states, the citizens of New Jersey have been involved in every significant American military conflict, beginning with the American Revolutionary War, which established the nation’s independence. The majority of America’s first war as an independent country, where nearly seventy thousand Patriots died throughout the conflict, including many from New Jersey, was fought in the Garden State.

By the time of the Civil War, the bloodiest and most costly war in United States history, more specific recordkeeping denotes that nearly 6,300 New Jersey soldiers died between 1861 and 1865. Thirty-five of those men earned the nation’s highest military decoration, the Congressional Medal of Honor. Their stories, while all unique, follow a similar pattern of bravery to that of Corporal Charles F. Hopkins, who stayed behind during a fierce battle near Gaines’ Mill, Virginia, to carry a wounded soldier to safety while being twice wounded in the act.

The roughly 2,000 New Jersey cemeteries are full of soldiers who, like Hopkins, buried in Greenwood Cemetery in Boonton, New

Jersey, fought and many times died to remind future generations that freedom is not free. In fact, the ever-growing number of veteran burials in the state prompted Governor Thomas H. Kean to dedicate the Garden State’s first state-operated veterans’ cemetery in 1986, named after U.S. Army Brigadier General William C. Doyle and located in Wrightstown.

New Jersey is full of individual stories of courage, many recorded for posterity in various levels of detail since the Civil War. As we drive by local burial places blanketed with small American flags and flowers this spring, may we consider the sacrifices and bravery of the men and women underneath the red and white flowers held together with blue ribbons. The Garden State was the home to many heroes. Private Frank J. Bart, buried at Flower Hill Cemetery in North Bergen, when in France during World War I, picked up a heavy machine gun and ran ahead of his line, squeezing the trigger. His heroic charge allowed his compatriots to escape an enemy ambush and save their own lives.

Some World War II stories of New Jersey soldiers have made it to the big screen, as was the case with John “Manila” Basilone, depicted in the critically acclaimed The Pacific. Yet, there are countless others that, although requiring a bit more research, are just as extraordinary. Captain Carlton R. Routh, buried in Berlin Cemetery in Berlin, New Jersey, first stormed an enemy machine gun nest, then lurched at a Japanese grenade thrown amidst his wounded men and placed his body between them and the explosion. An event he would miraculously survive.

Stories such as these apply to the Korean War, Vietnam, and the more recent wars in the Middle East, reminding us that behind each little American flag wavering in the wind near a grave this Memorial Day is a deed once noble yet sometimes forgotten. Let this year’s holiday, and the ones that follow, be a reminder of a sentiment once shared by American President Abraham Lincoln; “Any nation that does not honor its heroes will not long endure.”

Peter Zablocki is the author of the upcoming New Jersey and the Medal of Honor (November 2023) and the co-host of the History Teachers Talking podcast. For more information, visit www.peterzablocki. com.

My son near the Vietnam War Memorial :)

NJ Starz: Mark Piatkowski (Hometown: Rockaway)

By Steve Sears

Mark Piatkowski certainly has had his success as an American Rally car driver, he the overall 2022 Sno*Drift Rally winner as well as the 2021 American Rally Association LN4 National Champion.

He now has attained another goal, racing in Europe for the first time in his career. In March, Piatkowski took part in the 2023 Rally Della Val D’Orcia, which is the opening round of the Italian Gravel Championship. More on that in a moment.

Piatkowski lives in Rockaway, but he grew up in East Brunswick. “Central Jersey is certainly close to my heart,” he says. “Having grown up there, I know the area like the back of my hands. It is a great place to grow up, it is half of south Jersey and half of north Jersey. You have both the Taylor Ham, egg, and cheese crowd, and you also have the Pork Roll crowd. It is funny how they both mesh together.”

Piatkowski feels it is most important to speak about his father, from whom his passion for rally racing stemmed. Andy Piatkowski grew up in Poland, and he in the 1970’s was a rally racer in his homeland, and then in the 1980’s in the United States. Piatkowski says, “When I was born in 1990, it was in my blood. I have been to a rally every year since I was two years old.” His first was the national level Pennsylvania Susquehanna Trail Performance Rally. “I have a lot of fond memories there, but it is not like he (his dad) has ever pushed me into it. For me it was inevitable because it was just in my blood. I have always held a Matchbox car or Hot Wheels car in my hand since I can remember, so it was only a matter of time before, I would not even say caught the bug, but that I began rallying myself.”

Piatkowski, 33, attended and graduated from East Brunswick High School, and then went on to study business and marketing at Montclair State University, from where he graduated in 2012. He is Senior Director of Marketing

at Freedom Mortgage.

Piatkowski was 20 years old when he took part in his first race in 2010 – at the Pennsylvania STPR – so things had come full circle for him, and his first rally car was his first “regular” car: his beloved Subaru. Piatkowski says, “I have I have a lot of sentimental value for those cars. When I got my license, I drove the car for a little bit, and then I would say a year later, I started stripping it and building it for my eventual first rally. It was all self-funded, and based on what my dad had taught me and what I was reading online, it was a learning experience. It was just a matter of time before I got out on the on the racing circuit.”

Why a Subaru? There is an interesting backstory, and Piatkowski tells it. “When I was growing up, there was a famous rally car driver called Colin McRae. He won the world championship in 1995 in a Subaru. I was five years old at that time, and my dad was also looking for a new car, and I said, ‘You have to try Subarus!’ Since 1995 he has had a Subaru ever since, and that is how our love affair for that brand started. Before Subaru was heavily involved here in America, both my dad and I were huge fans of them.”

Piatkowski’s first Subaru has been sold. “I upgraded to a newer model Subaru, but the

was starting to break, and you need to take shortcuts because you do not have funding to do things properly. That is when that dream fell apart because of the lack of funding and then, also to write it all off, I had a big accident.”

in his class against drivers more familiar with the roads and vehicles being used. “To be an American on their soil and to do well for me was an accomplishment, and I also made a lot of great contacts.”

car that I race right now here in the States is that same model from back in 1995 when they won the world championship,” Piatkowski explains. “It is crazy to say that that car is like vintage for me. I have bolted a lot of modern parts to it and made it quite modern, but it certainly takes me back, and I think I am proud to say that this is a car that when I was growing up won a world championship but has also won several championships for me as well. It also brings me back to my childhood, for sure.”

Piatkowski at age 23 was the Eastern Open Light Champion early in 2013, and Rally America named him Eastern Region champ that same year. “It was kind of the chunk of a dream come true,” Piatkowski says. “For me it was a great milestone. Obviously your first whatever in life is so special, and your first championship that you have worked hard for was certainly a milestone. But I did not want it to end there; it was just a stepping-stone for the next big thing, and that is how I framed it. I am not one to look back; I am always looking forward and asking myself, ‘What’s next?”

After his 2013 win, Piatkowski eyed national level success. He bought a higher-class Subaru with funds from the sale of his first car, in addition to his college budget funds. “It didn’t go very well,” he says. “Stuff

He purchased a third Subaru, continuing to stay with a vehicle that was both familiar and cost-effective, and in 2021 entered a national competition. Piatkowski says, “As I kept doing events, I kept winning my classes and doing well not only in my class, but so much on overall scale that halfway throughout the season, a lot of my friends were calling me saying, ‘You have a great chance at winning the national title. You should really consider this.’ I won my first national championship (the ARA LN4), which was honestly a dream come true. Especially when you do not plan for that at the beginning of the year.”

The one major challenge Piatkowski has had is attaining funding. All his racing endeavor funds have primarily come from himself. “I have pretty much done everything with my own two hands, from building my car, towing my car to events, to gathering up a team of friends and volunteers, and financing everything. It is a lot of work, but it is certainly very rewarding when it all comes true,” he explains.

Entering and driving with a Volkswagen Polo N5 car in Italy, Piatkowski had his power steering fail early in the race, and he had to drop out. He does not, however, let it get him down. “Having won the national championships and having won a rally outright, I went further than I would have ever imagined was possible with my machinery. I was really longing for the next thing on how to kind of progress as a driver, progress in my skill set, and trying not only new experiences overseas, but also trying faster machinery. And so that is what led me to start exploring different options in Europe.” When his power steering broke, he was second

Rally driving has, according to Piatkowski, prepared him well for his busy career and professional life. “It has shown me a good work ethic, that maintaining a cool, calm, and collected manner is good professionally. To take everything in a levelheaded stride, trying to be calm throughout the whole process not only works well in the car, but also works well professionally.”

Moving forward, Piatkowski still has his vision in international competition. “Where I stand in life, it will certainly be trying to give it my all and rally, seeing where I can be on an international scale. I think I still have a shot. Being 33 years old may seem to some people from a sporting perspective that I am actually quite senior, so I think this is my time to shine. These next I would say five or so years are my time to try to make whatever moves I can on an international scale. I would certainly like to take the experience that I have learned and see what I can do. I am just trying to fulfill a dream and see how far it can go.”

Piatkowski is also exploring mentoring and coaching younger drivers in his future. “My experience so far that I have had is probably more than a lot of people in the United States, so I am slowly starting to see if I can coach some people both from a racing perspective, or a mental perspective, or logistics perspective. As I grow more senior in my career, I will certainly explore coaching and being a mentor, seeing if I can kind of cultivate new and younger talent. I will take a slightly different seat as a grow older.”

For more information about Mark Piatkowski, visit www. MAP-Rally.com .

Mark Piatkowski prior to the start of the 2023 Rally Della Val D’Orcia in Tuscany, Italy. (Credit Era Media)

Buddha Pooch Dog Rescue Project, a Non-Profit Devoted to Connecting Dogs with Their Forever Homes

By Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta

Growing up

in

Sussex County, Keri Mack

Karmozyn’s

family had rescue dogs. But her true passion for dogs came when she met her husband and his two dogs, a Shepherd/Pitbull mix and a Lab. “They changed my life,” she said.

Though an English major, Karmozyn spent most of her adult life in the restaurant business. It started with her working a summer job at her brother’s restaurant—and stayed onboard for the next 20 years working 13- to 14hour days managing.

She later transferred to catering, thinking it would be easier, and according to Karmozyn it was harder, but she embraced every minute of it. “I worked for five-star chefs and loved it.” By then she was in her late 30 and experienced burn-out. She

longed for something she was more in tune with.

Karmozyn began her career with dogs by starting her own doggy day care in Bedminster, where she lives with her husband, John, and five rescue dogs. Her clients were local and came via word of mouth, Facebook, and Instagram.

January 2021, Karmozyn stopped doggie care and

started her rescue service, naming it Buddha Pooch Dog Rescue Project. It’s a nonprofit 501c3 devoted to saving abandoned and neglected dogs from local high-risk shelters and connecting them with their new home, giving them a second chance.

Karmozyn pulls dogs from shelters that are in desperate need. “Dogs that need surgeries, I always step

in,” she said. “I tend to go to the dogs on the senior side. I rarely have a puppy in my rescue. I advocate for the dogs that need the voice— owner surrenders, people dumping their dogs. Everyone says it’s the Pitbull breed, but so many other breeds too. Unfortunately, owners pass away, and no family member wants to take care of the dog. I go in to pull one dog and I

come out with four. Rescue is so hard. It hurts your heart every day. I literally cry all the time.”

Women who assist Karmozyn in running the rescue are K.J. Magers, founder of Bonnies Bark ‘n Board, Bedminster; Courtney Connors, founder of Beyond K9 Training, Far Hills; and Theresa Hart, who fosters any dog that needs help out of the shelter.

“They help me foster, train, and advocate for both the rescue dog and the adopter,” said Karmozyn. “Without them, I’d be lost. Support— emotional, financial, you name it—is everything in rescue!”

During the humble beginnings of the rescue, Karmozyn said she started so naively. “There is no such thing as going to ‘rescue school’,” she said. “You just want to give a dog a warm home and a place to lay their

head. And that is not the case. These dogs were abused, neglected. They are fearful. The animals have been through such tragedy. They break down in shelters. They don’t eat. It’s very, very sad, the cycle of the dogs.”

Though the job is difficult, Karmozyn finds her reward when a dog becomes alive again after being so broken. She shared, “They find the home. You get the update and see this dog that was emancipated and shaking, sitting on the couch with a big smile on his face. You can’t save them all, but just that little bit changes so many lives. It takes so many hearts to heal just one.”

For more information on Buddha Pooch Dog Rescue Project, and to view dogs that are up for adoption, please visit: http://www. buddhapoochdrp.com/

Memorial School

The theatre program at Memorial Middle School in Woodland Park recently held four sold out shows for its 2023 production of “Into The Woods.” Following the final show,

the cast and crew members celebrated with a fun party at the WP Boys & Girls Club.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE WOODLAND PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT

How to Wash Your Trash Can and Keep it Fresh

Courtesy Raied Muheisen

Trash cans are an essential part of any household or office space. They help keep our surroundings clean and organized, and provide a convenient way to dispose of waste. However, they can also become a breeding ground for bacteria and bad odors if not cleaned regularly. In this article, we will discuss the best ways to wash trash can and keep it fresh.

Why is it Important to Wash Trash Can?

Before we dive into the cleaning process, let's understand why it is essential to wash trash can. Here are a few reasons:

∙Bacteria and germs thrive in warm and moist environments, making trash cans a perfect breeding ground.

∙Food particles and liquids can accumulate at the bottom of the trash can, leading to foul smells and attracting insects.

∙An unclean trash can can also lead to

cross-contamination, spreading germs to other surfaces in the area.

Now that we know why it's necessary

to wash trash can let's move on to the steps.

How to Wash Trash Can?

Washing your trash can may seem like a daunting task, but it's not as complicated as you might think. Here are some simple steps to help you wash your trash can effectively:

Step 1: Empty the Trash Can Before you start cleaning, make sure to empty the trash can completely. Remove any remaining waste and dispose of it in the garbage or compost bin.

Step 2: Prepare the Cleaning Solution

Next, prepare a cleaning solution by mixing warm water and a mild detergent. You can also use vinegar or baking soda for a more natural approach.

Step 3: Scrub the Trash Can Using a longhandled scrub brush or a sponge, scrub the inside of the trash can thoroughly. Pay special attention to the bottom and the sides, where most of the dirt and grime

tend to accumulate. Use a smaller brush or toothbrush to clean the lid and any other hard-to-reach areas.

Step 4: Rinse the Trash Can Once you've scrubbed the trash can thoroughly, rinse it out with water. Use a hose or a bucket of water to remove any remaining soap or detergent.

Step 5: Dry the Trash Can After rinsing, dry the trash can with a clean towel or allow it to air dry. Make sure to dry it completely before using it again to prevent any moisture from accumulating inside.

Tips to Keep Your Trash Can Fresh

Here are some additional tips to help keep your trash can smelling fresh and clean: ∙Use a trash bag to line the inside of the trash can. This will prevent any liquids or food particles from coming in contact with the container.

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∙Sprinkle baking soda or cat litter at the bottom of the trash can before placing a new bag. This will absorb any odors and keep the trash can smelling fresh.

∙Wipe the lid and the exterior of the trash can with a disinfectant wipe or spray to kill any germs or bacteria.

FAQs

Q. How often should I wash my trash can? A. It's best to wash your trash can at least once a month to prevent the buildup of bacteria and odors.

Q. Can I use bleach to clean my trash can? A. Yes, you can use a diluted solution of bleach and water to disinfect your trash can. However, make sure to rinse it thoroughly to avoid any residual bleach smell.

Q. What should I do if my trash can still smells bad after washing? A. Try sprinkling some baking soda or cat litter at the bottom of the trash can before placing a new bag. You can also use odor-eliminating sprays or air fresheners to keep the area smelling

fresh.

Q. Can I wash my trash can with a pressure washer? A. Yes, you can use a pressure washer to clean your trash can. However, make sure to use a low-pressure setting to avoid damaging the container.

Conclusion

Cleaning your trash can is an essential part of maintaining a clean and healthy environment. By following these simple steps, you can ensure that your trash can stays fresh and free of bacteria and bad odors. Remember to clean your trash can regularly and use our tips to prevent the buildup of dirt and grime. With a little effort, you can keep your surroundings clean and hygienic.

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Three Passaic Valley Youth Championship Basketball Teams Saluted in Little Falls

By Tina Pappas

LITTLE FALLS, N.J. - Three Passaic Valley youth basketball league championship teams from Little Falls were saluted at the Township Council Workshop Meeting on April 17. Mayor James Damiano and the Township Council honored two girls teams and one boys team for their wins.

In what has become a tradition, Mayor Damiano asked each team to come up with a spirited cheer after being acknowledged individually and accepting their awards. The first team to be called up was led by head coaches Dan Findlay and Ron Krietzman from the third and fourth grade girls team.

“Ron and I enjoy what we do, but you girls put in all the hard work. You should be proud of yourselves,” said Findlay.

Damiano introduced the next team’s coach, Jeremy Culver, who heads the

fifth and sixth grade girls championship team and is also a men’s league champion himself this year. Culver said it was a pleasure to coach his team as the girls defeated another team from Little Falls in the final.

“I enjoy coaching this team, seeing you girls improve and just letting you play,” Culver said.

Coach Brian Callahan’s team, comprised of fifth and sixth grade boys, was introduced next by Damiano. The team also defeated another Little Falls team in the final. Callahan spoke prior to his team’s acknowledgement.

“I had a fun time this year, you guys were great!” he said. “We had a great assistant coach this year, Ricky, who helped me out. We only lost one game this year.”

Damiano then extended his congratulations to all the teams and their coaches at the close of the presentations.

Photos courtesy of The Township of Little Falls

Three Passaic Valley basketball league championship teams were honored at the Township Council Workshop Meeting on April 17 by Mayor James Damiano and the Township Council.

Round About

Congresswoman Mike Sherrill recently presented Passaic County officials with a check for the McBride Avenue/Browertown Road Mini-Roundabout, which was funded in the Congressional omnibus bill. The project will remove the dated triangle that is there now. The new circle will allow for a left turn from Browertown onto McBride allowing vehicles to head toward the commercial district. This will eliminate much of the cut-through traffic through Dowling Estates to get to the shopping center and the schools. The circle will also create a safer intersection for motorists and pedestrians. No plans have been made yet for the road project to begin.

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE BOROUGH OF WOODLAND PARK

Mayor Keith Kazmark and the Woodland Park Borough Council recently hosted the first annual Women’s History Month at a WP Seniors Club meeting. Club member Jennifer Tiritilli Ranu was honored for all the work she has done in the Woodland Park community and in the City of Paterson and a special thanks was also given to Mary Ann Iaconio, president of the senior club. Born and raised in Paterson, Ranu lived in Woodland Park from 1969 to 2012. She currently lives in Wayne. Over her career, she served as a teacher at School No. 27 in Paterson, a science teacher at John F. Kennedy and Passaic Valley High Schools, science supervisor in Elmwood Park, and as an adjunct at Montclair State University. She also served as a substitute teacher at Beatrice Gilmore and Memorial School in Woodland Park. She is an active member of the American Legion Post 238, Ladies Auxiliary, the WP Seniors, and also organizes an essay contest sponsored by the WP Seniors for eighth grade students at Memorial Middle School. Ranu is the author of “Skatekey,” “Italians of Greater Paterson,” and “Colorful Journey.” She served as a storyteller and volunteer at the Paterson Great Falls Historical Park and volunteer at the Paterson Museum. Ranu is mother of Jeff Ranu and grandmother of Giuliana Ranu and Karolina Ranu.

Four Paws Inn Hosts Fundraiser for Jersey Pits Rescue

By Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta

Samantha Sulse, owner of Four Paws Inn, is a huge advocate for Pitbulls. She educates the public about them via seminars and works with dogs who have been abused and rehabilitates them.

Sulse has teamed up with Jersey Pits Rescue, Inc. to present “Peace, Love & Pitties,” a spring fundraiser on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from noon to 4 p.m., to help raise money for Jersey Pits Rescue, Inc.

There will be food trucks, live music, raffles, and adoptable dogs. The location is currently slated to be at 1 Fredrick Pl., Chester, but call Four Paws Inn or Jersey Pits Rescue prior to confirm location.

“They’re a 501 c,” said Sulse. “Everything is run by volunteers. No one gets paid. They don’t get money from the state. The money goes to the vet for dogs that have been severely abused, mistreated, abandoned…They [Jersey Pits Rescue] help educate the community. They neuter and spay dogs before they get adopted.”

Sulse shared the story of Sunday, a Pitbull who was shot in the head and left to die by a train station. “Jersey Pits Rescue found her and is in her hands,” Sulse said. “She’s a trooper. She’s still surviving. She had a surgery and is still in critical

condition.” Another dog named Bunny was found chained and malnourished; and Noah who is blind and “sweet as pie” according to Sulse.

She explained, “They’ve gone through so much, and are extremely good with people. There are a good amount of people that are cruel to animals. It’s our voice to defend them and help them.”

Sulse’s love for animals began when she was very young. “I find them all so

innocent,” she said. “When I see an animal in the street, I don’t even think about it, I just go and help.”

She started Four Paws Inn in 2015 after leaving her nursing career. “I started as a dog walker,” she said. Going from nursing to dog walking was a huge change, financially, for Sulse, but it was just in her heart, so she had to go for it. Nevertheless, her business grew. “I don’t even advertise,” she said. “It’s word of mouth. People

trusting my knowledge. I got my license for training and education for pet psychology. I am also in the process of getting certified in nutrition for dogs. I have over twentyyears’ experience with animals.”

Four Paws Inn is a four-in-one local pet service that provides doggy day camp, dog walking, customizable boarding options, a very popular pet taxi service, and more. The staff is made up of four, including Sulse’s son who helps out part-time.

“Our core is training, but we also do dog visits. If you’re running behind, you can call us to drop by for fifteen minutes, feed your dog, let them out,” said Sulse. “If your dog isn’t socialized, we come and stay with your dog, take him out, feed him.”

When dogs that led a bad life come to camp day, Sulse’s heart melts when she sees how happy they are. “You can literally see their smile!” she said.

Sulse plans to continue with Four Paws indefinitely. “This is going to be forever,” she said.

For more information on Four Paws Inn, visit: https://fourpaws-inn.com/

For more information on Jersey Pits Rescue, and to purchase tickets to the fundraiswer, visit: https://shop. jerseypitsrescue.com/jpr/shop/home

The Wellness Champions!

Dr. JoAnn Giesenhaus of Core Wellness Center in Little Falls, NJ recently spoke to the members of the Woodland Park Seniors Club about “Brain Health for Better Balance.” Dr. Giesenhaus is a member of The Wellness Champions, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization of doctors who provide complimentary health talks and screenings at various businesses, clubs, schools and events in the community. To schedule Dr. JoAnn for a talk or screening, contact Carol Mueller at carol. corewellness@gmail.com or (973) 837-6677.

Pictured from left to right: Carol Mueller, Community Outreach Director, The Wellness Champions; Maryann Iaconio, President, Woodland Park Seniors Club; Dr. JoAnn Giesenhaus, Practice Director, Core Wellness Center; Leanne Barbieri, LMT, Floor Manager, Core Wellness Center.

Mayor Chris Vergano and local resident Scott Wolf had a ribbon cutting ceremony as they officially opened Wolfie’s Car Wash 784 Mountain View Boulevard, Wayne

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