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In a World Where You can be Anything, ‘Kindness for Christopher’ Keeps Inspiring Kindness

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“Instead of making it a somber thing, we decided to do something positive,” says the CEO and President of D’Amico Entertainment. “Everyone should be kind every day but let Christopher be the reminder to be kinder on the 24th of every month.”

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He says to engage in one random act of kindness of your choosing on the 24th and if anyone asks the significance of that date, tell them about a little boy who was taken too soon on June 24, 2015.

“It helps keep his legacy alive while spreading kindness in a sometimes unkind world, because that’s who he was,” D’Amico says, adding that it doesn’t necessarily have to be monetary.

“A simple hold the door open for somebody, helping somebody carry groceries, telling someone they look great that day, all the little things,” he says. “Inclusion is a random continued on page 8

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DENTAL DIGEST Dental Bridges, Dentures, & Implants: What’s the Difference?

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Ira Goldberg, DDS, FAGD, DICOI ery often, people need to replace missing teeth or teeth that will be extracted shortly. Bridges, dentures, and implants are the most common ways to accomplish this, but what are the differences?

The most common area of confusion lies between dentures and bridges. Dentures are removable: you take them in-and-out of your mouth. Bridges are permanent: you do NOT take them in-and-out.

Dentures come in two versions: “Full” (also known as “Complete”), and “Partial.”

A “Full” denture replaces all of the teeth in your jaw (no teeth remain), and a “Partial” denture is made with one or more of your teeth remaining.

These dentures can be made from a number of different materials: acrylic (plastic), metal, a combination of acrylic and metal, or a newer type of plastic called “thermoplastic.” The advantages of the acrylic include cost and simplicity. They are the least expensive, and the easiest to fabricate and repair. The disadvantages include thickness and stability: they require increased material thickness in order to provide strength, and they will be the loosest, meaning they will have the greatest tendency to move around

in your mouth. The thickness can interfere with speech.

Metal dentures are thin, rigid, and fit tightly. The downsides include increased difficulty to repair (although not terribly difficult) and cost (they are the most expensive).

Thermoplastic materials have the advantage of being flexible, which many patients find to be more comfortable. However, repairs can be difficult to impossible, based upon the type of material utilized.

Clasps are “arms” that extend off of a denture that help to keep the denture in place.

The clasps can be metal, white to match teeth, or pink to match gums. No clasp is perfect, but they are a necessary component for denture stability, but the downside is potential esthetic complications if they show in your smile. If a clasp breaks off the denture, a repair is not always possible, and can render the denture fit unsatisfactory.

Unlike dentures that are removable, bridges are permanent. They are not removable. This is one reason why bridges are more popular than dentures. Other advantages include increased biting / chewing power, increased esthetics, and less fuss with them since they don’t have to be taken in and out. Downsides include the “shaving down” of teeth on either side of spaces to keep them in place (called “abutment”

teeth), and potential cavity development or need for root canals on these abutments over time.

Dental implants provide a host of options. Most people think of an implant as a post that is placed into the jawbone to hold a single tooth (crown). This is one use of an implant, but there are other functions. The implant is actually the post: you can use it to secure a denture or a bridge, also! With respect to dentures, the implant can help to eliminate or decrease the number of clasps, providing a more esthetic outcome and more stable set of teeth. Bridges benefit from implants because now you cannot develop cavities around the abutments and there is no need for root canals. Implant bridges also eliminate the need for drilling on other teeth.

A very common substitute or replacement for large partial dentures and full dentures is “All-On-Four®.” This revolutionary technology provides the patient with permanent, non-removable teeth in just a few appointments. Gone is the stigma and disappointment of removable teeth and poor chewing ability. Patients instantly benefit from a strong bite, excellent smile, and freedom of re-gaining the roof of their mouths if they had a denture that covered it previously. Many patients who have dentures or

require removal of most teeth present to Dr. Goldberg for this procedure specifically: he is a leading authority on this type of procedure in the community.

The information provided above can be hard to understand without pictures. Please visit the Patient Education Library on Dr. Goldberg’s website at MorrisCountyDentist. com. From the homepage, click on “Patient Info,” followed by “Patient Education.” You can view his information sheets and videos.

The office of Dr. Goldberg offers free consultations. If you’d like to speak with Dr. Goldberg personally and determine the best course of action for your specific situation, please give the office a call.

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A VIEW FROM THE LEFT

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n the seven presidential elections since 1992, the Republican presidential nominee has won the popular vote exactly once. The lone GOP candidate to receive a majority of the national vote was George W. Bush in 2004. Bush’s election-day victory over Democrat John Kerry, who had, in most observers’ views, “won” the debates between the two, was explained by the respected Democratic pollster Peter Hart: “Voters preferred I Like over IQ.” One test of deciding between presidential nominees is, “Who would you rather have a beer with?” which is another way of asking which White House challenger the voter personally likes more than the other. In short, our ballot for president is the most “personal” vote we Americans cast. Almost always, we pick the candidate with whom we are more comfortable and, more significantly, the candidate whose judgment and character we think we could depend upon in a personal crisis.

As evidence of the weight of the “I like” factor in presidential voting, let’s look at recent contests: In 2012, Barack Obama, the winner, was rated 52% personally favorable by voters, while Mitt Romney’s scores were 47% favorable and 50% unfavorable. In 2008, Americans had a rare positive choice. In the last Gallup poll before election day, John McCain was given a favorable rating by 57% of Americans and was barely eclipsed by Barack Obama’s 61% favorable score. In 2004, winner George W. Bush was 53% favorable among voters on election day, while John Kerry’s numbers were at 47%-51%. In 1992 and 1996, voters liked Democrat Bill Clinton more than they liked both then-President George H. W. Bush and Sen. Bob Dole. Of course, the outlier election was 2016, when both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump received historically low favorability scores. About

Mark Shields 1 in 5 voters rated both candidates unfavorably but, when forced to choose between the two, voted for Trump with 3-2 odds.

But what about the 2020 Outsider who’s on our living rooms TVs at every timeout of every game, at every commercial break between weather reports, news coverage and even during the Super Bowl? Former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg, an authentic billionaire, is spending at a rate unprecedented in American politics. And it is paying off.

In most recent national polls, Bloomberg -- on the strength of his wall-to-wall media campaign -- has risen to double digits and as high as third place in some surveys.

We know that Michael Bloomberg has supported and spent generously to back candidates and initiatives that reflect his own priorities of gun control and climate change. In the eyes of some Democrats, Bloomberg’s political history -- his quarter-million-dollar gift to South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham; the more than $11 million the mayor donated in 2016 to Pennsylvania continued on page 6

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eware of clickbait character assassins masquerading as “journalists.”

This is a lesson America should have learned after the mass media defamation of the Covington Catholic schoolboys last year. Just a few weeks ago, innocent teenager Nick Sandmann won a multimillion-dollar settlement against CNN for leaping to conclusions and attempting to ruin his life in pursuit of a political agenda driven by confirmation bias. The Washington Post and NBC News face similar lawsuits for potential damages totaling more than a half-billion dollars.

False allegations have consequences.

And yet, here we are again.

In Colorado last week, a young family was hurled into a national firestorm created by a single, powerful NBC News vigilante with an ideological ax to grind.

“Investigative reporter” Brandy Zadrozny lit the fuse on Feb. 6 with a Twitter post announcing that a 4-year-old had died of the flu. According to the Centers for Disease Control, an estimated 10,000 Americans (including nearly 70 children) have died of the flu this season. So what made this Colorado toddler’s tragic death newsworthy?

The NBC News journalist condemned the boy’s mom for having reached out to a Facebook health-centered parents’ group whose members recommended that she not give her child Tamiflu medicine that a pediatrician had prescribed.

Some commenters on the group had advised home remedies, including essential oils and vitamin C. Zadrozny linked to her incendiary hit piece on the mom and the “Stop Mandatory Vaccination” Facebook group, which was titled: “On Facebook, anti-vaxxers urged a mom not to give her son Tamiflu. He later died.”

The toxic inference is clear: “An-

Michelle Malkin ti-vaxxers” are guilty of spreading online “misinformation” that led the mom to withhold a purportedly life-saving modern medicine -- and Facebook is guilty for not stopping it.

Zadrozny is a self-anointed and self-appointed social media policewoman whose main focus is pressuring Facebook to shut down discussion groups she doesn’t like. She labels all vaccine skeptics as conspiracy theorists without refuting facts or responding to peer-reviewed journal citations and historical data. She uses her bully pulpit to harangue Facebook into censoring laypeople seeking alternatives to “mainstream” medicine.

Zadrozny quoted “experts” fretting about parents who discuss their objections to coercive mandates and missives of Big Pharma and Big Government. Her article sneered at “natural remedies.”

The magic words “anti-vaxx” triggered the Two Minutes Hate theater that sent “Tamiflu” trending on Twitter.

The nicer messages called for the boy’s grieving mom to be arrested and imprisoned. Many advocated that she continued on page 6

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Tyranny of the Tamiflunatics... continued from page 4 die, including one Twitter warrior who wrote that since “she’s an anti-vaxxer, lethal injection would be appropriate” and another who fumed that “she and everybody in that (Facebook) group should get the death penalty.” User Ann raged that the mother should “go to prison.”

User Hayden chimed in: “She clearly should be executed, as should the person who posted the nonsense on FB, as well as anyone who liked said nonsense, ALL EXECUTED!!”

Zadrozny’s inciting tweet now has nearly 40,000 retweets, 5,000 comments and 72,000 likes.

Lost in all of these crazed point-andsputter diatribes were some pertinent, pesky facts.

“Investigative reporter” Zadrozny never actually interviewed the parents, Geneva Montoya and Najee Jackson Sr., and relied solely on the Facebook postings and information from their GoFundMe page without independently discovering whether they

Will We Like Mike... continued from page 4 Republican Sen. Pat Toomey, whose narrow win secured Mitch McConnell as senate majority leader; and his endorsement of George W. Bush for reelection -- suggest his commitment to the Party in 2020 is more convenience than conviction.

But we do not know who Mike Bloomberg really is. Does he have a temper or a sense of humor? Can he laugh at himself? Would we want him as a neighbor? Can he personally ask the machinist in Dayton and her husband for their votes? Or is he a billionaire who, like so many people with money, is most comfortable surrounded by high-priced, professional bootlickers

who tell him how much smarter, more successful and more qualified he is to be president than anyone else?

Through his sophisticated and expensive TV and internet campaigns, we are learning what Mike Bloomberg wants us to know about him. What voters have yet to find out -- and will not know until he’s in the arena, mixing it up with the other Democrats and on the debate stage -- is whether we will like Mike.

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had changed course after Montoya had commented to the Facebook group. Nor did she independently verify whether the parents were “anti-vaxx” or what vaccines besides the controversial flu vaccine (whose effectiveness has been challenged worldwide by health officials) they had chosen to avoid. A local television station, however, did the reporting Zadrozny failed to do.

It turns out the entire family, except for 4-year-old Najee Jr., had been suffering from influenza B. A 10-month-old brother who had been running a high fever had been seen at my neighborhood Children’s Hospital in Colorado Springs the afternoon before Najee Jr. fell ill. Montoya told Fox31 TV in Colorado Springs: “We called the doctors. We called the hospital. We gave them the medicine we were instructed to give.

We did everything.”

Those who have already prejudged the mom respond that she must be lying. What if she is telling the truth? And why hadn’t Zadrozny updated her story as of Feb. 11? I asked the online social media monitor that question publicly on Twitter, but she failed to respond by my deadline.

More to the point, it’s quackery to suggest that Tamiflu would have saved Najee Jr.’s life. The respected Cochrane researchers in Britain have concluded there is no

evidence the medicine reduces mortality or hospitalizations. In 2006, the FDA updated the Tamiflu label indicating that it could cause psychiatric problems. Japan banned Tamiflu for teenagers amid concerns about deleterious side effects.

Just days before Zadrozny crucified Najee Jr’s family, a Denver mom publicly warned that her 8-year-old daughter suffered hallucinations from Tamiflu. Earlier this week, a 16-year-old girl in Leesburg, Va. with the flu died of cardiac arrest. She had been prescribed Tamiflu. Another 16-yearold in Ohio died of the flu last month after suffering a stroke. She, too, had been prescribed Tamiflu.

Their cases didn’t make NBC News headlines, because they don’t fit the dissent-squelching narrative. Tamiflunatics, vaccine bullies and their media gatekeepers spread misinformation that destroys lives.

They are the true public health threats.

Michelle Malkin’s email address is MichelleMalkinInvestigates@protonmail. com. To find out more about Michelle Malkin and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

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Project Help’s Art Poster Contest Deadline Extended

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hat? It’s March?? How can that be? Wasn’t it just Thanksgiving???

That’s the feedback Project Help has gotten from art teachers across the state. Many teachers and art students want to participate in the organization’s annual Art Poster Contest, but time got away from them over the holiday season.

We don’t want to leave anyone out, so the deadline for the contest has been pushed forward to March 20.

Here’s what you need to know...

In 2019 the veteran’s aid group successfully launched its mobile closet, a repurposed school bus that brings clothing and other necessities to retired military individuals and families statewide.

Based on that milestone event Project Help has chosen its theme for the Third Annual Poster Contest. Art students are being asked to focus their creativity on the Project Help bus and how it will benefit veterans in need of assistance.

Last year hundreds of school children from throughout New Jersey submitted their handiwork. This year thousands are expected to participate.

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All artwork will need to be submitted by the new deadline March 20. Entries will be judged on design, originality and content.

Prizes will be awarded in four grade level groups.

The winners and their families will be invited to a dinner award ceremony.

Winning entries will be displayed on social media, the Project Help website and at events to support the mission of serving our veterans.

For entry forms or more information about the poster contest or Project Help go to www.projecthelp.us or email sandy@ mitchellclan.com. Project Help is a not for profit 501c3 charity that supports military veteran families and provides assistance in employment opportunities.

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Kindness for Christopher... continued from front page act of kindness.”

According to D’Amico, Christopher used to see this boy who was suffering from cancer sitting on the bench because he couldn’t play with the rest of the kids.

“So instead of playing with the rest of the kids at recess, Christopher would sit next to the kid,” says the singer/songwriter.

You could buy a person’s coffee or if you’re on line in a drive-through you could buy somebody’s order, pay it forward.

“Anything — there are millions of ways you could be kind to somebody, just be aware to do it,” D’Amico says.

Karen Thompson Wenz says she doesn’t have much in life monetarily.

“However, manners are free as well as smiles,” says Wenz, of Montville. “I look to give them out hand over fist every 24th.”

This campaign was created by example since Christopher was a very kind child and wanted everybody happy, according to his father.

“He was an old soul,” D’Amico says. “He was a good kid, so they say only the good die young.”

And eight other children benefitted from the generous donation of Christopher’s organs.

The public has wholeheartedly embraced the campaign and now it’s part of the vernacular around Morris County and beyond.

“Everybody knows ’Kindness for Christopher,’” D’Amico says. “Every time I think something can’t be topped, we have the kindness rocks — I mean, it’s the ripple effect; one thing leads to another.”

There was the single rock that was painted and left in front of The Mount Arlington Fire Department.

“From that one little rock, strangers started leaving rocks with #KindnessforChristopher on the back of them, with a kind saying on the front of them,” D’Amico says. “And they were left all over the world, until one was finally left on the Great Wall of China.”

There’s great affection for what’s become a global movement.

“We’ve had soldiers holding them in Kuwait, Italy, Ireland, Hawaii, Alabama, Louisiana, Arizona, Texas, Las Vegas, Chicago,” the singer/songwriter says.

According to Lloyd Brown, he was visiting our region when someone he didn’t know provided him with a ride

back to his hotel.

“I am from the South and knew no one in the New York/ New Jersey area. I got out at the hotel, thanked him and asked his name,” says Brown, of Atlanta. “He simply said to look up ‘Kindness for Christopher’ and mentioned the 24th of the month. I feel blessed to have encountered someone that follows this principle and will be sure to pay it forward for someone here in Georgia.”

D’Amico says people feel just as strongly about the movement as they did when it first happened.

“It still has legs, still has traction and shows no sign of stopping,” he says. “People are fed up with what’s going on out there and they need to get back to what it’s about — to be good to one another and this is a good vehicle for it.”

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Netflix Cheerleading Docuseries Features Morris County Cheerleader

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By: Megan Roche etflix’s new docuseries, Cheer, has spread like wildfire. The show debuted in January 2020 and chronicles the world of cheerleading at Navarro College in Corsicana, TX. The tiny Texas college has big heart and big game when it comes to the world of competitive cheerleading. One of those Bulldog cheerleaders is Brooke Morosca, from Morris County.

Morosca, who hails from Rockaway, is a 2018 graduate of Morris Knolls High School in Denville. The Rockaway native found her love for the sport of cheerleading when she was just four years old. She has cheered for two different all-star gyms for over 16 years. After looking at colleges and meeting with Navarro’s head coach, Monica Aldama, Morosca officially joined the freshman class.

“I was a really shy kid and my parents were hoping that cheer would help me branch out. I loved performing in front of people when I got on the mat. I grew up as a flyer and I’m continuing to co-ed stunt in college. When I first started to look at colleges, I wasn’t sure where I wanted to go, but once I got into contact with Monica and I saw the program, I knew this was where I wanted to be.” Morosca said.

Cheer follows the Navarro College cheerleaders as they prepare for their one and only competition of the year, NCA Nationals in Daytona, Fl. every April. The competition is the only one out there for collegiate cheerleaders and winning is everything to head coach Monica and her bulldog cheer team. The team spends an entire year preparing a 2 minute routine that gets performed and judged only once.

The team has won the National Championship a total of 14 times and was named Grand National Champion five times.

“We got really close with the members of the film crew

and they were really good about keeping their distance during practice for safety reasons. It ended up being an overall cool experience.” Morosca said.

Throughout the series, viewers get a behind the scenes look at the tumbling, the pyramid, injuries, and the real world of what it takes to be a competitive cheerleader.

There are stories of anguish and triumph, overcoming the odds, and much more shown throughout. Since the series debuted, the stars of Navarro’s cheer team have been on talk shows and their social media follows have increased greatly. With the notoriety that they now have, one wonders, are they more nervous for Daytona this year?

“I would say we’re a little bit more nervous, just because our exposure has really tripled. We’ve always just known that we have a job to do at this competition, we just want to hit and win and that’s all we’re focusing on.” Morosca said.

The behind the scenes look gives viewers the inside access to the hours of practice, where skills are put to the test over and over again, no matter what. The emphasis that anything can happen is extremely present when injuries happen and even if an athlete isn’t on the mat officially, they can very quickly be called in to replace someone who is hurt or who isn’t giving their 100%. According to Morosca, practice is each afternoon from 12:40 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and some nights, there is a two-hour practice on top of that. She also has a heavy course load of classes.

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2 large w-in closets & a magnificent mstr bath retreat w/ radiant heat flrs. 2 “Jack & Jill” baths for the other 4 bedroms on 2nd level. Main level boasts 9’ ceilings,open floor plan, 2 fplcs, custom kit open to fam rm. Ice mach, 2nd sink, 2nd dishwasher, & S/S aplcs. Outdoor kit & hot tub on back deck w/ retractable awning overlooking gorgeous & level backyd! Mudrm & full bath on main level w/ 2nd laund rm. W/O bsmt boasts large liv space, kit, & laund rm. $11k taxes. 2019 roof, insul.garage, & so much more!

Custom built architectural standout home..Spectacular Ski Lodge w/ 30’stone wood burning fireplace & original 1969 Stowe Gondola! Loft above overlooks this fantastic space w/ log walls, authentic barn wood ceiling & hand peeled log posts. Best curb appeal located at end of cul-de-sac w/ circular drive. Access to lake thru trail in back. Back deck runs span of home! Main floor feat. 3 fplcs, marble double story foyer, side covered porch, front & back staircases, office, & kit w/ oversized island, pantry, & fplc w/ exposed brick wall! 2nd flr offers loft, laund.rm & 4 well appointed bedrms w/ “Jack & Jill” Bath. Master bedrm boasts sit rm w/ private terrace, 4 closets & mstr spa bath..steam, jets, & body sprays. Fin lower level feat mud rm w/ lockers & 3 car gar w/ Race Deck Flooring! This home is SPECTACULAR!

Spectacular 2017 Construction CH Col. home boasts almost 3.5 acres of flat & level property! Prof. landscape lighting & gorgeous double story foyer invites you to this open floor plan design! Tray ceiling lighting thru-out. Fam rm offers granite faced gas fplc open to the custom designed kitchen offering solid gran.c-tops & backsplash. 11’x4’ center island, S/S high end applcs include, exhaust hood, ice maker, wine refrig, 6 burner gas range, oversized convection oven & more! 2nd level feat 4 well appointed bedrms. 2 bedrms share the “Jack&Jill” bath, 1 bedrm w/ private bath & then the master bedroom Suite....Sitting room, walk-in closet, & luxurious mstr bath w/ soaking tub & shower! W/O bsmt offers rec rm, 5th bedrm, full bath & plenty of storage! Horses are grandfathered to live here! Do not miss!!!

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Welcome to the beautiful Heritage V neighborhood in the Ironia section of Randolph! Spectacular CH Brick front Col home boasts almost an acre of flat & level property backing to the tree lined woods! Natural light beams thru-out this magnificent & well cared for home!

Main floor offers an open floor plan as well as a private home office. Two story fam rm w/ gas fireplace is open to the crisp white kitchen w/ large center island, gran c-tops, custom tile backsplash, & pantry! 9’ Ceilings on main level! 2nd level feat a fantastic mstr bedrm w/ tray ceiling, 2 w-in closets & luxurious master bath w/ jet tub & sep stall shower. 3 other well appointed bedrms & bonus room! 2nd staircase from “FROG” room leads right to the laund/mud room! Do not miss built in nat. gas generator, level backyard w/ deck & Hot Tub!

Spectacular home in Shongum Lake unique in design w/ deeded Shongum Lake Rights! Enjoy over 5600 sq. ft of living/entertaining space! Hardwood floors thru-out, open floor plan, & updates thru-out! This home boasts 4 bedrm on main level & 5th on lower level. Master bdrm offers 3 large w-in closets, dressing area, & spectacular mstr bath w/ double sink custom vanity, linen, & 5-head shower! Large kit open to the din/liv rms w/ SGD to deck overlooking level backyard! Lower level feat large fam rm, leisure, full bath, 5th bedrm, laund/mud rm to backyard patio! 2nd level offers the fam. rm w/ fplc , office, & large newer windows allowing natural light to filter in. Do not miss oversized 3 car garage w/ add’l workshop/storage! Enjoy all that Shongum Lake offers - Beach, Boat, Swim, Events, Clubhouse, & more!

Spectacular CH Col home in our Ironia section of town! Surrounded in a rural setting w/ similar custom homes on this cul-de-sac street! New roof, skylights, windows, driveway, updated white kitchen, Corian c-tops, S/S applc, vaulted ceilings & magnificent windows allow natural light to filter inside.

Well appointed room sizes & freshly painted thru-out! Entertaining floor plan boasts French doors, floor to ceiling brick fplc, main floor office, laundry & more! Fin. bsmt has a fantastic wet bar & 2nd powder rm! Private back deck overlooks natural wooded setting! Plenty of room to play & enjoy the great outdoors! Do not miss this opportunity to own in Randolph...near all parks, schools, Randolph Trails, local shopping, & easy commute location! This home is Randolph’s town motto - “Where Life is Worth Living!”

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Navigating Hope Completes 100th Stop Brings Mobile Social Services Across Morris County

orris County's Navigating Hope mobile social services team recently completed their 100th stop as part of unique program launched by the Board of Freeholders in 2019, and which has crisscrossed Morris County on wheels for the past eight months to help residents in need of assistance.

Many times working in tandem with Morris County Sheriff James M. Gannon's Hope One mobile addictions services, Navigating Hope seeks out clients who cannot get to county social services offices in Morris Township and Dover due to transportation, family or physical issues, among others.

The mobile program visit supermarkets, libraries, churches, train stations, soup kitchens, shopping malls, and many other locations to reach county residents in need of assistance.

The Board of Freeholders were briefed on the team's first year on the road, which began with a June 6, 2019 stop at the Dover Free Produce Market at the Salvation Army and made its 100th stop outside of landlord-tenant court which is held in the Morris County Courthouse in Morristown.

"I am so proud of this team. Having been out in the field a number of time with them, watching them interact with our residents, it is heartwarming to see what they are doing,'' said Freeholder Kathy DeFillippo. "There are people who just can't get out in our county and don't have the wherewithal to navigate the social services process on their own.''

"Morris County is the accessible county,'' added Freeholder Director Deborah Smith. “If you can't get to us, we'll get to you. I think that's the whole point behind Navigating Hope.''

Navigating Hope team members, including coordinator

Christopher Linne, Rewaida Muheisen of the county Office of Temporary Assistance, and Ashley Reed of Family Promise of Morris County, made a presentation to the freeholders at their county government work session in Morristown. continued on page 13

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continued from page 12 Linne explained that the mobile operation has visited 31 of the county's 39 municipalities, with Victory Gardens to be number 32 in March. Due to need, they have visited some locations multiple times, especially when they have found a community in need.

They have partnered with numerous organizations in the county, including the countywide library network, Legal Services of Northwest Jersey, Homeless Solutions, senior housing complexes, soup kitchens, and religious institutions, among others, to

cont. from page 10 expand the reach of Navigating Hope.

In 2019, the Navigating Hope team completed nearly 300 applications or client evaluations for service and made more than 150 referrals to other social services organizations, in addition to providing information to hundreds more county residents.

To reach more residents in need in 2020, Navigating Hope has expanded to a fourday-week operation, including a permanent weekly stop at the landlord-tenant court, where they have found a real need for their mobile services.

hind the scenes of what I do. My family and friends have all been really supportive and they all think it’s really cool to see how hard we work.” Morosca said.

While the docuseries has blown up, the girls and guys who make up Navarro’s squad have been traveling, doing press interviews, even appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Through all of the attention, Morosca has remained humble and grateful.

“Cheerleading has taught me how not to give up and to always push myself to be the best, whether that is by being an athlete or being a student. I also remain humble and grateful and understand my blessings and being grateful for all life has to give. I have always believed in myself and believed in my dreams and cheerleading has brought me that.” Morosca said.

As Navarro is a two year college, Morosca is currently looking at her options of transferring to a four year school after her two years at Navarro are up. The pre-veterinary science major hopes to keep cheerleading in her life by continuing coaching the sport, even after she graduates with her veterinarian degree. For now, Morosca and her teammates are fully focused and locked in on preparing for NCA’s next month.

While there has been no official word from Netflix if Cheer will get a season two, many from around the world are begging them to bring more Cheer to television screens, going as far as starting an online petition. Visit www.netflix.com to watch the series now or www.navarrocollege.edu to learn more about the cheer team.

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For Some People, Every Day is a Day to Celebrate the Irish

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By Elsie Walker any people will say that St. Patrick’s Day is the day when everyone is Irish.

Green is seen all around and the focus is on all things Irish. For the Irish American Association of North West Jersey (IAANWJ), the focus every day is on all things Irish. Located in Rockaway on Richard Mine Road, the association’s mission is “to preserve the Irish culture and to create an awareness of the contributions the Irish have made, and continue to make, in building America,” said Jack Regan. A first generation American, Regan has been a member of the IAANWJ for over 20 years, a past president of it and currently is the Sergeant of Arms on its executive board. Recently, Regan, of West Milford, talked about the IAANWJ’s history, some of its events, and ways it preserves and passes on the Irish culture. Also, he shared that you don’t have to be Irish to join the association or to enjoy what it has to offer, which includes the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade in Morristown which is being held on March 14th.

“I love the club,” said Regan of the association.

The IAANWJ started in 1974 when a group of people of Irish heritage came together and realized how much they had in common

and that they wanted to share and preserve their Irish heritage. They met elsewhere before buying a building for their clubhouse in 1977. Besides the events and classes it holds on site, the association is involved in two big events off-site, one right around the corner: the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade in Morristown.

Regan shared that in 1979, the club members decided to have a St. Patrick’s Day parade in Wharton.

They continued to have it, but as years went on, it became so popular that it had to move to a bigger venue.

In 1990, the IAANWJ got together with the Friendly Sons, who became co-sponsors of the parade, and Morristown was selected as the venue.

This year’s parade will be held on March 14th.

(Preceding the parade, there will be a mass at The Church of The Assumption in Morristown.) The parade will begin at noon, with its starting point being the town hall. Longtime IAANWJ member, Mary Waller, of Sparta, will be the Grand Marshall.

Another popular yearly event held by the association is a feis/festival the second Sunday in September.

It starts with a mass. Then, there are competitions in Irish step dance and music.

There are Irish language

in December is the annual Christmastime Holley.

People come together and share their talents, cheer on each other and have a good time.

The clubhouse is also the site of a monthly Irish book club. Recent books include Bridget of Kildare and The Brendan Voyage. The latter tells how the Irish discovered America. (Brendan landed in Newfoundland, North America).

A Celtic knitting group meets once a month for all skill levels. They work on different stitches. A popular item made is baby blankets with a Celtic design in them.

In addition, the clubhouse is the site of a variety of classes in Irish culture. You don’t have to be a member to take them. Step dancing is taught for children. and adults can learn Irish set and Celli dancing. demonstrations and examples of Irish art. Entertainment is provided by an Irish Band.

The association also has other events, which are held at its clubhouse. Among them are a Celli (dance) the fourth Sunday of the month at 3pm. There is also a barbeque Celli held during the summer. A traditional Irish music session (with music played by all ages) is held monthly on Saturdays at 8 pm. The second Saturday

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Celtic art workshops are led by the association’s resident artist, Patrick Gallagher. Students work on Celtic designs and use a variety of mediums, including clay and metal. There are music classes in Irish fiddle, the concertina, and the penny whistle (tin whistle).

The club also tries to keep the Irish language alive by having clubhouse signs in the language and using it during meetings, “so it is not lost,” said Regan.

Regan shared that some benefits he’s found of the IAANWJ are that people get to know more about and appreciate their Irish heritage; there’s also the friendship of members, and the active lifestyle it creates. It also gives a person a chance to express his/her Irish heritage.

However, Regan stressed that you don’t have to be continued on page 15

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Yearly Membership fees are $25 for an individual, $15 for an individual over 65, $30 for a married couple, and $25 for a married couple over 65.

When asked to say a parting word, Re-

gan said, “Beannachtai na Feile Padraig, agat!” That means “blessings of the Feast Of St Patrick to you!”

For more information on the IAANWJ, contact Jack Regan at 973-853-7047, or email Ajhack1@aol.com

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‘Watershed U’ Offered to High School Students June 22-26

igh school students considering majoring in environmental science, conservation or environmental education in college are invited to “Watershed University,” a new program offered this summer by Raritan Headwaters Association (RHA), the region’s watershed watchdog.

The one-week certificate program will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, June 22, through Friday, June 26, at the Fairview Farm Wildlife Preserve, 2121 Larger Cross Road, Bedminster.

The program is designed for students entering grades 9-12 who want to gain insights in the environmental field, learn how to make impactful change and serve their communities. Each day includes a speaker, hands-on scientific exploration, and team building.

“Participants will learn from experts, examining environmental and social topics that affect local and global natural resource challenges,” said Lauren Theis, education director for Raritan Headwaters. “On-theground conservation projects will allow students to gain skills in scientific research, communication, and building connections

within a group.”

Watershed University topics include: • Watershed conservation • Creating habitat for native wildlife • Native plant identification • Pond and stream study • Climate issues • Environmental justice • GIS mapping • Environmental policies Students will have the option to participate in additional experiences, such as organic gardening, visual art projects, kayaking, hiking and yoga. Students will also connect with RHA staff and partners to explore opportunities for advanced learning, community service, citizen science projects and internships.

The cost of the program is $200, which includes certificate of participation and a Raritan Headwaters hat and t-shirt. Needbased scholarships are available.

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I Remember Dad:

God and Country

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By Richard Mabey Jr. ome of the most endearing memories of my Dad are of the times when he served as a Sexton at the Boonton United Methodist Church. Dad loved his church. He dedicated over a decade of his life to cleaning and maintaining his beloved church.

Dad began serving as the Church Sexton in the Summer of 1981. At the time, Dad was still working as a long distance truck driver. Generally speaking, on Wednesday evenings after supper, Dad would climb into his little Ford Ranger pickup truck and drive off to the church to clean it. I often went with Dad. I really don't know how my father did it all. When he started working as a Sexton he was 53 years old. I would often see the fatigue in Dad's eyes as he drove down Route 202, on his way to the church.

Dad would put in two to three hours of cleaning time on Wednesday nights. Then on Saturday mornings, he would get up early and eat breakfast. I often got up early on Saturday mornings, to help him clean the church. Right after breakfast we would make sandwiches. Then, throw in a couple

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of apples with a few oatmeal cookies in little brown bags. We would make tea and coffee at the church, for our lunch break.

When we got to the church, Dad and I would start vacuuming and scrubbing. I was always amazed at how hard my Dad worked. Dad was an incredibly hard working man. He truly loved his church. Dad did get paid for being the Church Sexton. I don't think he reported to the Minister, even half of the hours he worked. It was Dad's way of giving of himself to the Lord.

Dad retired as a long distance truck driver in June of 1989. To my amazement, Dad then devoted even more time to the cleaning and the upkeep of his church. Thus, donating a lot more hours of labor to the church.

Dad served as Sexton of the Boonton United Methodist Church till the Summer of 1992. His bout with prostate cancer, made it nearly impossible for him to carry on his duties as Church Sexton.

In the Spring of 1987, Reverend Leon Weaver presented Dad with the well earned God and Country Award. This is an award given by both the United Methodist Church and the Boy Scouts of America. Dad

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Morris County Clerk Names Winners of High School Cover Art Contest the 2019 County Manual attended Morris Knolls and Morris Hills high schools.

Established 279 years ago to record every conveyance of property within the county, the County Clerk’s Office has progressed to provide an array of additional services, including election responsibilities, officiating over marriages, issuing County and Veteran Identification Cards, accepting Notary Public registrations and administration of oaths, and processing U.S. Passports.

Creating the County Manual also has

become an essential task. The 70-page booklet (it also can be found online) is filled with key names and contact information of county freeholders, county government officials, congressional and legislative representatives, members of county authorities, boards and commissions, plus personnel in all 39 municipalities.

The 2020 version of the County Manual will be printed and put online in the next several weeks.

T HE G REEN C ARPET T REATMENT !

County Clerk Ann Grossi, Andrea Zeien, Abby Zaplishny, and Nathaniel Gallagher

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orris County Clerk Ann Grossi has announced that Andrea Zeien of Hanover Park Regional High School, Abby Zaplishny of Roxbury High School, and Nathaniel Gallagher of Morris Hills High School are the top three prize winners respectively in the County Clerk’s art contest for the cover of the 2020 edition of the Morris County Manual — the go-to booklet for county and municipal government information.

This year’s 2020 version of the Morris County Manual honors the 100th anniversary of passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women’s constitutional right to vote. It represents the 114th year the manual has been published by the Office of the Morris County Clerk.

While its design and content has changed throughout the decades, one thing has remained constant; the manual’s objective is to provide centralized resources for officials and residents concerning their government.

County Clerk Grossi hosted a ceremony

this week for the winning entrees, among some 200 cover creations that poured into her Morristown Office from students at 16 high schools across the county. Covers — many filled with patriotic and county historic themes — filled the walls of a county office, where the event occurred.

Winning Entries were First Prize: Hanover Park Regional High School student Andrea Zeien, who lives in Florham Park, won the $500 first prize for a patriotic cover that featured a recently revamped version of the county seal overlaid on a colorful and historic version of the county map. Second Prize: Roxbury High School student Abby Zaplishny, who resides in Mount Arlington, won the $300 second prize for a handdrawn cover that features the county crest.

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Mini Razz Crush Tarts Servings: 8 Red Raspberry Crush: 1 bag (12 ounces) frozen red raspberries Tarts: 1 1/2 cups Red Raspberry Crush 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 package (two 9-inch crusts) refrigerated pie crust Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar 2-3 tablespoons reserved raspberry juice

1/2 teaspoon vanilla sprinkles (optional) To make Red Raspberry Crush: Thaw raspberries on countertop at room temperature 30 minutes.

Using rolling pin, gently mash raspberries in sealed bag.

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ith the rise in popularity of plantbased diets and dishes, combining them with dairy products can create a superfood power couple. For example, the cheddar cheese found in these Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers helps optimize nutrient absorption from the rice, black beans, corn and tomatoes to create a nutritious and delicious appetizer or meal.

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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers 6 large sweet bell peppers 1/2 cup diced sweet onion 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half 1 cup frozen corn, thawed 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans plain (drained and rinsed if using canned beans) 2 cups cooked brown rice 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 1/2 cups shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided Preheat the oven to 350º F. Line a rimmed half sheet pan with non-stick aluminum foil.

Slice the tops off of the sweet bell peppers. Use a spoon to scoop the seeds and white membranes from the insides of the peppers. Discard the pepper tops and seeds. Place the peppers onto the prepared half sheet pan; briefly set aside.

In a large bowl, stir together the diced onion, cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, and brown rice until combined. Sprinkle the chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper over top before stirring to distribute the seasonings throughout. Fold 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese into the filling, reserving the remaining cheese for later.

Stuff the open cavities of the sweet bell peppers tightly with filling, mounding a bit of the filling over the top edge of the peppers. Sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese over top of the filling. Bake the stuffed peppers for 30 to 35 minutes or

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Wholesome Recipes with Big Flavor

aintaining a healthy lifestyle includes a variety of commitments, from exercising to eating right.

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From earthy and nutty black ripe olives to rich and fruity kalamata olives, Lindsay adds a hearty and flavorful punch to just about any dish, including soups, salads and main courses. Plus, these fruits are cholesterol-free, high in “good fats” and low in carbohydrates and calories, making them an ideal ingredient for keto, Mediterranean and paleo diets.

Whether they help elevate dishes like Taco-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash and Baked Eggs Puttanesca or are simply enjoyed as a snack, olives are a guilt-free food to ensure your healthy mealtime is anything but boring.

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Taco-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 50 minutes Servings: 4 2 spaghetti squash (2 pounds each) 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon salt, plus additional to taste, divided pepper, to taste 1 pound ground chicken 1 cup diced red onion, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes 1 teaspoon cumin 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 can (2 1/4 ounces) Lindsay Black Ripe Sliced Olives 1 lime, juice only 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese 1 avocado, diced 1 large tomato, diced 1 jalapeno, minced 1/2 cup Lindsay Black Ripe Medium Olives 1 lime, wedged

Heat oven to 400 F. In microwave, cook one whole squash 3 minutes. Repeat with second squash. Cut each in half and scrape out seeds. Drizzle 1

teaspoon oil over each half and rub around until insides are coated. Sprinkle each with salt and pepper, to taste; place on parchment-lined baking sheet center down to continued on page 23

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continued from page 22 lay flat. Bake 50 minutes.

Heat large saute pan over medium-high heat. Put 2 teaspoons oil in pan then chicken, 3/4 cup onion and garlic. Cook

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Baked Eggs Puttanesca Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes Servings: 4-6 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 3 anchovy filets, chopped 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 can (35 ounces) chopped tomatoes 2 tablespoons Lindsay Capers, drained 1/3 cup Lindsay Pitted Kalamata Olives, drained and halved salt, to taste

pepper, to taste 1 1/2 cups chopped kale 6 eggs Heat oven to 400 F. In non-reactive saucepan over medium-high heat, warm olive oil. Add onion and saute, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 6 minutes.

Add garlic, anchovies and red pepper flakes; cook 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste then add chopped tomatoes with juices, capers and olives.

Bring to boil then reduce heat to low.

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RHS Senior Raises $1700 for Children’s Cancer Research Fund

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oxbury High School Senior William Fulton last October organized a Children’s Cancer Research Charity Golf Day which was an all-inclusive fun day at Mt. Freedom Golf Center to raise funds for The Zach Sobiech Osteosarcoma Research Fund and the American Junior Golf Association’s ACE Grant fund which provides assistance to aspiring young golfers. Thanks to his efforts he exceeded his initial goal and raised $700 more than expected, totaling $1,700 which was split evenly between the two organizations.

“Fulton, a member of the high school golf team and class president has organized this great opportunity for families to get out and play some golf for a good cause,” shared RHS Golf Coach Dave Monaco last fall.

Fulton shared on the initial registration page, “Golf is a game that exemplifies the spirit of giving and I am so blessed to be a part of this most wonderful game. My hope is to use this game of golf that I so love to raise money for Zach Sobiech Osteosarcoma Research Fund.”

“I hold this charity near to my heart for many reasons, one of them being that Zach Sobiech wasn’t much younger than I am when he was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma.

My mom, a middle school teacher, was lucky enough to video call Zach’s mother during one of her classes and ask various questions about her son’s condition and way of life. Unfortunately, Zach passed away at the age of 17

back in 2013. But his legacy still lives on through music videos and songs he recorded that are now on YouTube and even iTunes.”

“Zach bravely battled osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer, with which he was diagnosed at age 14. As the disease progressed, doctors had no more effective treatment options to offer him a cure. Still, Zach decided to live like he always had, with a smith on his face, embracing every day with hope and joy.”

Be on the lookout for more upcoming events from Fulton so Roxbury residents can continue to help support the important research being conducted in an effort to treat and cure Osteosarcoma, one of the most common childhood cancers.

Funds raised not only supported the Zach Sobiech Osteosarcoma Research Fund but impacted other junior golfers through the ACE Grant program. The donation to the ACE Grant program helps junior golfers with a desire to better their life through playing junior golf and earn a college scholarship.

Fulton added, “These juniors lack the financial resources to compete at the national level to gain exposure to these scholarships. The scholarships these juniors earn through their play change the course of their life and the life of their future family.”

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One Afternoon, Hundreds of Acts of Love

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By Elsie Walker apers, crayons, cut-out hearts, glue sticks and stickers. These are not the type of things that people associate with Super Bowl Sunday. However, those items were an important part of this past Super Bowl afternoon at the Port Morris United Methodist Church in Landing. For about two decades. families and friends have come together in the church fellowship hall on Super Bowl Sunday afternoon to make valentines for residents of area nursing homes, homeless veterans and deployed military. This year was no exception as people gathered ready to have a good time and to create cards to make others smile.

“The story behind Valentine’s Day is a fascinating account of deep love, steadfast faith, and God-given courage. Valentine’s Day is a day that has an enormous significance for the Port Morris church,” shared its pastor, the Rev. Dr. Nick Petrov. Petrov started the event with a prayer, asking that the receivers of the cards be blessed.

Hundreds of valentines were made that day. Coordinating the event, as she has for many years, was Stanhope resident Tina Berchak. Berchak organized the food for the event and was responsible for collecting and arranging the variety of items needed to make a good valentine.

She also acted as a type of “coach”, cheering on groups during the event. In keeping with the true competitive spirit of the day, those participating sat at tables which each designated one team. The goal was to see which team made the most valentines by the end of the event.

“It’s not hard, nor expensive to craft a nice Valentine’s Day card of love. All it takes is some willing helpers, some supplies, and a creative idea,” said Petrov The valentine makers ranged in age from toddler into their 80s. Generations sat side by side, sharing conversation and their creations. Berchak noted that one of the moments that touched her was when a toddler asked her to trace his hand onto a card.

“When I showed that to the group, they all sighed because love never goes out of style.” she said.

One of the recipients of the cards was a soldier deployed overseas. The church has a soldier ministry through which it collects and sends boxes of goodies to deployed soldiers. It has one soldier it is supporting right now. Valentines were put together and sent to that soldier to enjoy and share with others serving with him.

Besides the valentines that stayed in the area for nursing homes and that go overseas, cards were given to Operation Chillout in Long Valley to be given to the residents at Vets Haven North, transitional housing for homeless veterans.

Ron Kasilag, of Hopatcong, who made valentines with his wife Jennifer and son, Daniel, said, “It was a good way to spend time with my wife and young son for a worthy cause. Making Valentine’s Day cards for the intent of making someone smile and feel special is a small act of kindness which sets an example for our kids on ways we can do something good for others.”

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Resurrection Parish Presents a Day of Reflection

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By Henry M. Holden veryone knows how busy Saturdays are with shopping and sports. Yet, between 12:00 noon and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, Resurrection Parish in Randolph will host its semi-annual Day of Reflection.

The theme is Living Simply in a Complex World.

The guest speaker, Fr. Anthony Ciorra, was ordained a priest in 1973. His experience has included parish life, teaching, administration, retreat work, preaching, and formation ministries. He has graduate degrees in psychology, history, and pastoral theology, and a certificate in Spiritual Direction, and a Ph. D. in Theology from Fordham University. He is currently the Vice President for Mission and Catholic Identity and Professor of Theology and Catholic Studies at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut.

His publications include “Everyday Mysticism,” a book about spirituality in the marketplace. He co-authored “Moral Formation in the Parish,” a work about living Christian and moral values in the world. In recognition of his ministry in the Church, he was given the pontifical honor Pro Eccelsia et Pontifice by Pope John Paul II in 1999. He was awarded the Caritas Centennial Award in 2000 for his work in lay ministry and the Spirit of Renew Award for his work in interreligious dialogue and ecumenism.

Fr. Ciorra is also actively involved in creating programs for inter-religious dialogue among Jews, Christians and Muslims.

First held in 2012, the Day of Reflection was expand-

ed to reach out to evangelize the entire community and beyond. In the past, over 100 people from different parishes; Assumption, St. Matthews, Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel, and as far away as Holy Spirit, in Pequannock, have attended.

“I know Fr. Ciorra,” said Bob W. “He is an excellent speaker, funny and he appeals to a broad audience.”

The Day of Reflection allows people to set aside a few hours to ponder how God is working in our hearts. It is also an opportunity to meet other like-minded people on their faith journey.

“Fr. Ciorra offers a new way to look at our faith and provided me with a way to increase faith and improve my prayer life,” said Barton C. “The world that we’re living in is obviously becoming more and more complicated as time goes on,” said Fr. Ciorra. “It’s true in the world, it’s true in our country, and it’s true in the church itself. It’s become very complicated and the awareness of the day will help us navigate the complexities of our time.”

Fr. Ciorra is proposing that to live simply in this complex world, we must have a focus, and a vision, that comes from the Scriptures as well as from some of the major figures in our tradition including contemporary writers, and speakers, people who can provide us a roadmap.

“The point of this day is really to give us a focus, to navigate the times in which we live. Then ultimately, how do we embrace the reality of it in the present moment?

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The day will provide the tools for finding happiness and peace in the midst of the ordinariness of everyday life. Resurrection Paris is located at 651 Millbrook Ave. For more information on the Day of Reflection, lscandariato@ resurrectionparishnj.org or call 973-895-4224 X104.

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The Role of Technology in Agriculture

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odern industry is driven by technology. Advancements in technology have changed how business is conducted, with some industries undergoing dramatic changes since the dawn of the 21st century.

While agriculture might not be the first industry people think of when reflecting on the changing nature of industry, The National Institute of Food and Agriculture notes that modern farms are vastly different than those from a few decades ago.

Farmers have long relied on technology to make their operations as efficient, productive and profitable as possible. Precision agriculture, which refers to technological advances designed to propel agriculture into the modern, computerized and information-based world, is helping the agricultural sector become more profitable and efficient while also improving safety and making agriculture more eco-friendly. In addition, the NIFA notes that the modern agricultural industry employs technology such as robots, temperature and moisture sensors, aerial images, and global positioning systems.

If it sounds complicated, that’s because it

is. For example, modern sensors can detect soil conditions, potentially producing hundreds of readings per second. These sensors help farmers know the best possible time to plant seeds so they can reach their full potential. That improves both the efficiency of modern farms as well as their output.

The NIFA also notes that agricultural technology has reduced waste. For instance, thanks to agricultural technology, farmers no longer have to apply water, fertilizers and pesticides uniformly across entire fields.

Technology has shown that farmers can simply target specific areas or even treat individual plants differently. That saves time and allows farmers to use only minimal quantities of water, fertilizer and pesticides. In addition, according to the NIFA, employing agricultural technology in this fashion leads to higher crop productivity and reduces runoff of chemicals into rivers and groundwater, thereby reducing the farm’s impact on local ecosystems.

Modern farms are technological marvels where various technologies are being employed to produce crops more efficiently and safely than ever before.

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