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No. 2 Vol. 12
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www.musconetcongnews.com
December 2016
Netcong Police Department Grows Beards For Netcong School Families s the end of the year approaches, remembering those individuals and organizations who continue to support and give back to our families is import-
ant. The month of November is a time when organizations and individuals participated in the beard contest. Movember, also known as No-Shave November, is an annual event involving the growing of moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of various cancers, such as prostate cancer. The Netcong Police Department took part in the annual event. All nine members began growing their beards from Nov. 1 -30. Each officer grew their own version of a beard: some grew a goatee, some grew a full beard, and some just grew scruff. Regardless of the version of beard growing, the guys all committed to donating 50 dollars to participate in the event. All proceeds went to Netcong School. “We wanted to do our part to give back to the Netcong School families in need – especially this time of year,” said Police Chief Jim Blesson. “ur team works very close-
ly with Netcong School and we know there are people who could use a little extra help. The purpose of this fundraiser was to help out our community.” By encouraging men, whom the charity refers to as “Mo Bros,” to get involved, Movember aims to increase early cancer detection, diagnosis and effective treatments, and ultimately reduce the number of preventable deaths. Besides annual check-ups, the Movember Foundation encourages men to be aware of family history of cancer and to adopt a healthier lifestyle. “I still cannot believe the quality and quantity of support we receive from the Netcong Police Department each and every day,” said Chief School Administrator Dr. Gina Cinotti. “This fundraiser is a perfect example of how much they do for our community and especially our school. We were able to buy gift certificates for deserving families, which in turn, will help buy gifts for our students.” The annual event was a success. More than $300 was raised. This shows how taking a little extra time to coordinate a fundraiser can provide extra assistance for those in need. Thanks Netcong PD!
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Left to Right Back: Chief Jim Blesson, Patrolman Jason Janoski. Front: Patrolman Russell VanHouten, Patrolman Ryan Plumb
Toy/Clothing Drive Deadline Dec. 20th
ew View Media Group is holding its annual clothing and toy drive. The company is looking for people to donate new unwrapped toys, as well as new clothing including t-shirts, socks, pants, and winter necessities such as hats, coats, gloves, and scarves (sizes ranging from newborn to 14 year olds). Gift cards will also be accepted. Please drop off all donations to the following locations by Dec. 20….
• New View Media Group, 1 Old Wolfe Road, Budd Lake, NJ (in back). • Weis Supermarkets, Rt. 206, Flanders (drop off at the courtesy counter) • Budd Lake Bagels -141 Route 46, Budd Lake • Mt. Olive Bagels - 135 Route 46 East, Paramount Plaza, Budd Lake • Fanucci’s - 134 Ledgewood Ave. (Rt. 46 E.), Netcong • Red Dot Firearms – 22 Main Street, Stanhope • Charmoy Dental, 924 Route 10 West, Randolph • Philly Pretzel - 150 Mountain Ave, Hackettstown ( 3 FREE Pretzels when you drop off) • HomeTown Hardware - 234 Main Street, Hackettstown • Fresco Mexican – 137 E. Main Street, Chester For additional information regarding this toy drive or to ask for a list of businesses involved, call Mary on her cell phone at (973)-768-1815 or email at mary.lamala@ gmail.com. She will be able to help with any of your needs as well as comply a list of children and gifts they want for the holiday. Thank you in advance.