By, Lauren Kolacki Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia. It is a progressive disease that results in memory loss and other cognitive abilities that interfere with everyday life. In early stages, it is noticed that an individual will have trouble remembering newly acquired information. As the disease worsens, more difficulties present themselves as … Continued
By, Pam Teel Just recently, sixty-four special needs youngsters and their families enjoyed perfect weather fishing the Second Annual “Kids Wish’n to go Fish’n” (KWTGF) Fun Day located at Lake Julianna on the Ponderosa Estate Farm, Millstone Township, New Jersey. The children arrived at Lake Julianna and when they registered they received fishing instructions, tee … Continued
By, Pam Teel Seven year-old Ares Ahuja is in the second grade at the Millstone Primary School. Ares’ favorite subject in school is math but he loves recess too where he gets to run around and play with his friends. Ares is a great student and works hard to get the best grades. His favorite … Continued
Welcomes New Eagle Scouts By, Pam Teel Five township youths have completed their requirement for Eagle Scouts. They were all examined by the Eagle Scouts Board of Review and were found worthy of the rank of Eagle Scout. The Eagle Scout Court of Honor will be held on Saturday, November 24, th at 11:00am in … Continued
By Lauren Kolacki Technology advancements have changed the way the world operates. Some nostalgic adults fear their take over, while others have decided to take them for all they are worth. If there is an opportunity to decrease the amount of effort that is required every day, even the slightest bit, shouldn’t we take advantage? … Continued
By Ankur Desai, MD The Internet shows like “13 Reasons Why” and celebrity deaths like Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade have pushed the topic of suicide to the forefront for many Americans, but especially for teens. Death by suicide is on the rise and this appears to be closely correlated to the increase in depression … Continued
By Lauren Kolacki Every decision we make as a parent contributes to the person our children will subsequently become. When I was two years old, I pocketed a paint brush while my mom was picking out paint for our new house. When she realized, she immediately brought me back to the store as she urged … Continued
CJ Timmoneri is a current senior school at Allentown High School in Allentown, New Jersey. He makes money from playing the popular video game Minecraft. What started out at the age of nine as a fun pastime and a game to play with friends has turned into a paying job. He creates various game design, … Continued
By, Pam Teel New Jersey Youth Soccer is teaming up with Topps once again this fall to celebrate its State Cups champions. Each member of the NJYS National Championship Series, Presidents Cup and Commissioners Cup Champi- onship teams will receive a custom trading card featuring a team selected image. This initiative continues a successful program … Continued
By YMCA of Western Monmouth County November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and the YMCA of Western Monmouth County is encouraging everyone to learn their risks for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes and to take preventive steps to potentially reduce their chances of developing the disease. Diabetes is a class of diseases that affect how … Continued