The column that reminds Greenwich residents to pick up their potassium iodide pills in case the nuclear station ever goes up
The column that reminds Greenwich residents to pick up their potassium iodide pills in case the nuclear station ever goes up
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Good morning!
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"The book 'The Ties that Bind Us' is a suspense novel that educates young adults and teenagers about life events that cause unexpected trauma. Through the course of the story, it changes the main character's life forever.
"Ashely is heartbroken and struggles to grasp the concept that her father has changed into a man she does not know after returning home from the war. Unfortunately, Ashley is already struggling with many challenges in her environment, but she is determined to make a better life for herself and those around her.
"Dr. Audrey Cuff was inspired to write by her special education students. She wanted her students to reach their goals and aspirations regardless of their obstacles or shortcomings in life. She also wanted her students to understand how important it is to fight to better their community. 'The Ties that Bind Us' is her second novel. The first novel is titled 'City of Thieves.'
"Dr. Cuff received her doctoral degree at Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara, California. She also earned certifications in Teacher of Psychology, Teacher of Special Education, and Supervisor of Education. Also, she was nominated Outstanding Teacher of the Year for the 2005-06 school year. She is currently a special education teacher in South Jersey. She enjoys spending time with her two children, family and friends. Her hobbies include reading and writing, and she completes two marathons for HIV/AIDS research."
- Audrey Cuff
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A fundraiser is being organized for Officer Josh Vadell, the Atlantic City cop who was injured this year. The event is at Ultimate Battlezone in Pleasantville and costs $45 in advance and $50 at the door. Activities include laser tag, paintball and archery tag. Half of the proceeds will go to Vadell and his family.
It is scheduled for Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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The following are game results for Millville Soccer Association:
"U10 Boys:
"On Sunday, Sept. 11, the Millville Marauders played their opening game of the season on the road versus the Moorestown Bulls. For the Marauders, this would be their first regular season game together as a team. While there are certainly still many aspects of the game for the boys to grasp, they proved that they are heading in the right direction. Mario Jacobo lead the scoring for Millville with a hat trick, while Drew Finch added two tallies of his own. Devaughn Smith and Jack Gamber also scored for Millville, while Trystan Sheppard, Josh Butcher and Jayden Jones were key contributors on defense and at midfield. The Marauders will face Upper Township next week at home.
"On Sunday, Sept. 17, the Millville Marauders played their second match of the season, hosting the Upper Twp. Derechos. The Marauders played tremendous soccer and were able to control possession throughout the match. Goals came quickly for Millville with Mario Jacobo leading the way with four tallies, while Devaughn Smith added two of his own and was joined on the sheet by Trystan Sheppard. Drew Finch, Jack Gamber and Jayden Jones were all key contributors for Millville who travel to Haddonfield next weekend.
"U13 Boys:
"Millville United continued their strong start to the season with another 6-0 away win today against Mainland Maniacs. The first 10 minutess were end to end but Millville quickly took control and Ethan Dalgleish scored the opener to break the deadlock. Soon after Blake Gifford scored the 2nd and 3rd to give United a comfortable lead. Vaughn Kurilko then hit the back of the net followed by a free kick from Austin Costa. Blake Gifford then got his hat-trick to put the game well out of reach of the home side.
"U15 Boys:
"On Sunday, Millville Mercy defeated Woodbury United in Woodbury with a score of 4-1. Scoring for Mercy was Carter Sloan with 2 goals, one assisted by Adilya Rathod, one goal for Geoffrey Dash, assisted by Sean Crilley, and one goal by Calen Cuesta. Playing another excellent game in the goal for Mercy was goalkeeper Braydon Bock. Mercy takes on the Hammonton Heat next Sunday at home.
"U14 Girls:
"The Millville Pride dropped a heart breaker in their opening match against Jersey South FC on Sunday. Millville would dominate the opening half, both in possession and scoring opportunities. Their lone goal game off the foot of forward Olivia Giordano after a wonderful assist by Mary Greco. Greco would later just miss on a direct kick that hit the crossbar. Jersey South went on to score twice in the second half and steal the victory. Pride newcomer Corinne Vincente was a key contributor in the effort. The Pride will look to bounce back this week when they travel to Bayville to face the SJA SOL."
- Newell Branin Jr.
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