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Bridgewater Baseball/Softball kicked off their season with Opening Day on April 14th at the Prince Rodgers Baseball Complex in Bridgewater. Meghan Jenkins, a 5th grade student from Eisenhower Intermediate School, sang the National Anthem. Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes threw out the first pitch.

Bradley Gardens Baseball celebrated the start of their 53rd season with an Opening Day Ceremony on April 21st at Ardmaer Field in Bridgewater. Players, coaches, parents, and township officials were on hand to get the season started. Bridgewater-Raritan High School choir members Sapier Weinglass, Victoria Franco, Above: Meghan Jenkins, a 5th grade Zachariah Leffler and Pratheek Mangini sang the National Anthem. student from Eisenhower School, sang the National Anthem to kick off Bridge- Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes threw out the first pitch which was caught by Michael Winchock, Jr. of the Yankees team. water Baseball’s Opening Day. Photo/Dawn Wilde

B-R Panthers Varsity Softball and Baseball players greet the next generation of ball players as they parade onto the field.

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Raritan Little League Celebrated its 60th Opening Day on April 21st. Gathering

Enjoying some popcorn at Bridgewater Baseball’s Opening Day are L-R: Kenny Hecht, Matthew Goldrosen and Liam Keegan. Photo/Dawn Wilde

at Frelinghuysen Park, young people representing t-ball, softball and baseball teams chatted excitedly in their uniforms and caps. They were joined by players from the early years of the program, as well as borough officials and supportive parents. The first pitch honor was bestowed upon three deserving individuals who serve and protect the Borough of Raritan: Police Chief Mark Ciesla, Fire Chief In celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Raritan Little League, players from the 1950’s Carl Memoli, and Rescue Squad Little League teams cut the celebratory cake. Players L-R are: Ralph Cusati, Jerry VerChief Steve Weinman. relli, Nick Albanese, Al Capetta, Philip Gentile and John Pacifico. Photo/Dawn Wilde

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The 1952 Raritan Little League Giants pose for a team picture. In the first few years there were no full baseball uniforms however, the boys were thrilled just to receive a team baseball hat and T-Shirt. by Bruce Doorly June 7, 1952 was a special day in Raritan. There was much excitement as a new youth baseball league called “Little League” would play its first game. The day began with a parade through town that ended at the newly built kid’s baseball field at Frelinghuysen Park on Sherman Avenue. The league was started by several local men led by Steve Del Rocco and Ed Minetti. To understand why this new baseball program was greeted with such enthusiasm one must look at the his-

tory of baseball in Raritan. Baseball had been the favorite sport of boys in Raritan for decades, but they played on their own without any formal league or adult supervision. The baseball fields at the time were small or poorly situated. Mill Field was located in front of the Raritan Woolen Mills, where the Post Office sits today. At Mill Field, foul balls often landed on Somerset Street and the church next door complained that the unsupervised kids made too much noise. Another field, known as Lutheran Field, was

north of Highway 202 facing Anderson Street. At this field, well hit balls travelled across 202 and were still in play. Outfielders had to be careful so as not to be hit by a passing car. A makeshift field on First Avenue, where Lab Corp is now, had the right fielder playing in the street and the centerfielder playing against the railroad tracks. June 1952 marked the end of playing ball on makeshift fields as Raritan now had an official youth baseball league that would be played

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May 2012

Somerset County Honors 19 Outstanding Women

Anthony E. Soriano Jr. Anthony E. Soriano Jr., P.E., C.M.E. has been named Young Engineer of the Year by the Professional Engineers Society of Mercer County. Mr. Soriano was honored at the Society’s awards dinner on February 18, 2012. Mr. Soriano is employed as Engineering Assistant with the Township of Princeton, where he has been actively involved in the planning, design, construction management and successful completion of numerous million dollar plus infrastructure improvement projects. Mr. Soriano serves as Councilman for the Borough of Raritan where he is currently liaison to the Board of Health and the Regional Center Partnership. Mr. Soriano received the award in recognition of his work with the Princeton Township Engineering Department that has served to significantly improve the quality of life for the residents of Princeton. The organization also cited his service to Raritan Borough and his participation in numerous civic and community affairs.

Nineteen women were honored in March at the 20th annual Outstanding Women in Somerset County awards dinner sponsored by the county Commission on the Status of Women. The Commission on the Status of Women presents these awards annually in celebration of Women’s History Month in March. Honorees are women who live in Somerset County. Five of the 19 women honored were from Bridgewater/Raritan. Recipients by category are:

Athletics/Sports – Christine Schneider of Bridgewater. Her position as Bridgewater Township Recreation Superintendent is not a 9-to-5 job, but rather a 24/7 lifestyle year-round. She handles the department’s planning, programming, implementation and supervision but also provides the personal touches that make the programs she runs successful. She ensures that the township provides a variety of recreational services for residents.

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Volunteerism – Nancy Yuzuik of Bridgewater. Known as the ambassador for Operation Jersey Cares, Nancy Yuzuik is a retired educator from Bound Brook High School. Operation Jersey Cares is a 501c3 organization supporting our troops and veterans. She also volunteers her time visiting veterans at Menlo Park Nursing Home for Veterans and Lyons VA Nursing Home.

Hometown Hero – Allison Caufield of Bridgewater. Allison Caulfield has volunteered for Somerville FISH for 22 years. She has served as president, vice president and back-up treasurer. She is involved with food delivery and a seven-day-a-week hotline in service for the community. She also is a volunteer tutor with Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County.

Government/Public Service – Raritan Borough Councilwoman Stefanie J. Gara. A lifelong resident and fourthgeneration family member from Raritan, Stefanie Gara is currently serving as council president in the borough. While in office she has demonstrated her abilities by serving as council liaison to administration and personnel, public buildings and grounds, environmental liaison and representative to Raritan seniors.

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BReeze Bulletin Board (continued) College News Tyler Andreasen of Bridgewater has been named to the dean’s list for the winter quarter at Rochester Institute of Technology. A 4-year student in RIT’s B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences, Tyler is studying Game Design and Development. Tyler is a 2010 graduate of Bridgewater-Raritan High School.

Dixon - St. Clair Neil St. Clair, son of Bill and Marjorie St. Clair of Martinsville, became engaged to Melissa Dixon, daughter of Charles and Ann Dixon of Midland, TX during a recent trip to Paris, France. Neil is a 2004 graduate of Bridgewater-Raritan High School and a 2008 graduate of Boston University. He received degrees in Journalism and Political Science, both Magna Cum Laude, and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. After two years as a television news reporter in Binghamton and NYC, Neil currently lives in Manhattan where he is an associate at a financial research firm. He is also working towards a Master’s Degree in International Relations at Yale University. Melissa is a graduate of Texas Tech University with a degree in International Business and French. After graduation, Melissa moved to NYC and started her corporate communications career at a boutique investment bank. She then served as the investor relations counsel for more than ten publicly traded companies. Melissa currently works for a large financial services firm as relationship manager for its Strategic Sourcing department. Wedding plans are for summer 2013.

Bridgewater resident Robbie Scarponi received a first place prize for his Bonsai plant.

Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School’s Horticulture Future Farmers of America (FFA) students brought home winning ribbons, and even a plaque from this year’s NJ State FFA Horticulture Exposition Competition held at Mercer County Community College. At the event, SCVTHS FFA students competed against Horticulture and Agriculture programs from around the state. For the first time in school history, a SCVTHS student took home a first place prize. Robbie Scarponi, a junior from Bridgewater, received the first place award for Bonsai Plant (Completed and Maintained). Other SCVTHS winners were Robert Sackie of Somerville who received fourth place for Bonsai Plant (Completed and Maintained), Abigail Wojnar of Bridgewater received fourth place for Holiday Wreath, and David Modrowsky of Branchburg received fifth place for Hanging Foliage Plant.

Brian Gillespie of Bridgewater, a Mechanical Engineer major, earned a place on the dean’s list as a Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering student of the State University of New York, Binghamton University for the fall 2011 semester. Brian is a 2008 graduate of BridgewaterRaritan High School. He will be graduating SUNY Binghamton in May, 2012 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Brian will be joining the engineering staff of ASCO Valve, Florham Park, NJ in June, 2012.

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Somerville Elks Recognize Eight Middle School Scholars

Bridgewater’s Bulky Trash Program Returns Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes negotiated an agreement with BRI Resources Inc. that would reinstate resident bulk trash drop off this year. The program provides for a total of six bulky trash drop off dates starting in 2012. The program will be operated by BRI for Township residents at the BRI facility in Bridgewater on Polhemus Lane. Following are instructions and dates for the spring 2012 bulky trash dropoff: Please follow signs for new location at 15 Polhemus Lane, Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm; Must have proof of Bridgewater residence, No commercial vehicles but rental trucks are allowed. Acceptable items that may be disposed of are: rugs, appliances, furniture, house hold trash. No air conditioners or refrigerators. Tires will not be accepted. No brush, no recyclables except metals, no paints, or chemicals, no electronics. Areas 1 & 2 Area West of Rt. 206 (Bradley Gardens, Country Club & Meadow Road Areas) - April 28 Areas 3 & 4 Area North of Rt. 22 between Rt. 206 & Chimney Rock Road (Martinsville Area) - May 12 Areas 5 & 6 Area East of Chimney Rock Road and South of Rt. 22 (Thomae & Finderne Areas) - May 19 Yard waste site at 136 Foothill Road will also be open Saturday’s 8:00AM - 2:00PM. Somerset County Recycling Center at 40 Polhemus Lane will also be open May 5 from 8:00AM - 2:00PM

May 2012

Golfing for an Above Par School

- St. Ann School will hold its 9th Annual Golf Outing at the exclusive Raritan Valley Country Club on Monday, May 14th. Registration of $165pp includes green fees/cart, breakfast, on-course refreshments and luncheon with open bar. Prizes and Silent Auction will follow a morning on the links. Volvo S60T Hole-in-One car sponsored by Smythe Volvo. Not a golfer? Friends or spouses can join the luncheon and Silent Auction for $30pp. Come on out to enjoy this exclusive course and support a great cause. To order tickets, inquire about additional Sponsorship Opportunities or to donate a prize for the Silent Auction, please call the Rectory Office at 908 725-1008. All proceeds benefit St. Ann School. Above: Anxious for a test drive, St. Ann School students James and Vincent Plocic join their dad Mike and Steve Bergamo of Smythe Volvo, with the best-in-class Volvo S60T, the Hole-In-One prize at their school’s upcoming Golf Outing. Mike is an alumnus of St. Ann School and dedicated member of the Golf Committee.

Daisy Scouts Help Community Food Bank - Daisy

Troop 60018 of Bridgewater earned service hours for helping to bag dry pasta for the Community Food Bank of New Jersey in Hillside on March 24. The girls worked for 2 hours bagging, sealing, labeling, and boxing the pasta. The Community Food Bank serves 900,000 people annually in NJ in 18 of the 21 counties. They distribute 37 million pounds of food, and assist 1500 other non-profit groups. The girls that participated in the Community Food Bank day are: Asha Dalal, Jackie Bonis, Samantha Biondi, Emily Letso, Christina Nowakowski, Julia Smith, Alyssa Conrad, Olivia Schultz, and Elaine Johnson. – Submitted by Tracy Biondi

Journalists Cokie and Steve Roberts recently appeared

at the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC in Bridgewater for a Jewish LIFE (Learning Is For Everyone) program. The Roberts co-authored an interfaith Haggadah and spoke about uniting traditions at Passover for interfaith families. Pictured from left to right are: Steve Roberts; JCC President, David Bunevich; and Cokie Roberts. Photo/Debbie Golden

Eight area middle school students who finished the winter quarter with strong academic records and noteworthy contributions to their schools and communities were recently recognized by the Somerville Elks Lodge #1068 as marking period scholars. The students, representing Somerville Middle School, Immaculate Conception School, Bridgewater–Raritan Middle School and Branchburg Middle School, were selected by their principals and teachers for academic excellence, outstanding character and contributions to school and a community. Each received a $100 U.S. Savings Bond as well as certificates from the Elks and local state legislators. The award winning students are: Dylan Van Allen and Nadine Burgos, Somerville Middle School; Evan Formisano and Anna Oliveri, Immaculate Conception School, Somerville; Charles Sharkey and Molly DeHart, Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School; and, Lila Tiner and Brett Thomas, Branchburg Middle School. “Along with their solid classroom work, these students exhibit the character, maturity and leadership that define good citizenship,” said Somerville Elks Scholarship Chairperson Ron Czajkowski. The Elks is a national service organization of men and women who work to promote and enhance the welfare of the communities where they are located through a variety of benevolent programs.

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May 2012

Talent Search for 4-H Fair

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If you’ve got talent, the Fair Entertainment Committee wants you! The 4-H Fair, attended by 60,000, is scheduled for August 8 - 10 at the Somerset County Fairgrounds at the North Branch Park in Bridgewater. We want to fill the Showmobile stage and the two mini-venues located in the Prep Tent and Clover Theater with 12 hours of entertainment each day. The search is on for a variety of bands, musicians and singers. Send your demo CD to the Ted Blum 4-H Center at 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 (attn: Betty Sommerville) or contact her at 908-635-1951 to arrange for an audition at one of your own gigs. After invited, an enthusiastic member of our committee will gladly come to see and hear you in action. Either way, contact us before May 31 to increase your chances of performing this year on one of our stages at the 4-H Fair.

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Raritan Library Special Event The Raritan Public Library has a special event planned for the month of May. To join in on the fun, stop by the library at 54 East Somerset Street, Raritan or call 908-725-0413 to register.

The Importance of Service Learning

- Students from Hillsides School attend the March 27th Board of Ed meeting in Bridgewater and explain to the board the importance of service learning in the schools. Pictured from left are: Katrina Macht, sixth grade teacher and organizer for the Roots & Shoots program at Hillside School; Teresa Pennington, Principal of Hillside; and students Brady Fuer, Hannah Roberts, Olalla Duato, and Corinth Booth.

Kangaroo Kids Teacher Honored - Jackie Russano

Kangaroo Kids teacher Jackie Russano Weiss was honored at the annual Partners in Education state conference.

Weiss, lead teacher in the Waddler Room at Kangaroo Kids, was one of four honorees at the NJChild Care Association “Partners In Education,” annual state conference, for leaders in the field of early childhood education. Outstanding teachers were honored for their contributions to education and for their influence on the lives of children and their families. Jackie has worked in the field for over 20 years and has been dedicated to Kangaroo Kids for the last 13 years.

Women from Bradley Gardens Reformed Church assemble hygiene kits and school kits for their annual mission outreach project. Back row: Marie Krantz, Carol Kowal, Judy Jordan. Front row: Florence Follo and Judy Kersting. Submitted photo The folks at Bradley Garden Reformed Church, 124 Old York Road, have been collecting items to make school and hygiene kits for distribution during times of disaster or need. This has been an annual project for many years. The kits are delivered to the Church World Service warehouse in New Windsor, Md. This warehouse stores emergency items such as flood cleanup kits, baby kits for newborns, school kits, along with hygiene kits and blankets. The American Medical Association, Catholic Relief, Methodists Missions along with Church World Service (CWS), fill and distribute the supplies as needed. Church World Service has warehouses in many countries ready to go into action. Many of their requests are filled from this giant warehouse. Churches all over the United States participate in filling this warehouse. The Bradley Gardens Church has a Blanket Fund collection every year to gather materials to complete the hygiene and school kits. Others prepare or pay for those much needed Clean-up Kits for flood damage victims. These items are so appreciated and they go wherever there is a disaster in the United States and around the world. The warehouse was depleted of Clean-up kits with Hurricane Katrina in 2005. These hands-on projects are an effective way to help. Many churches in Somerset County participate in this work. If you would like to contribute items to the Bradley Gardens Church on-going projects, please call Rita Jordan at 908-725-3315.

Young Adult Author Visit Thurs., May 31 @ 6:30 pm Meet the local authors of young adult book Sirenz - Charlotte Bennardo & Natalie Zaman. The authors will discuss teen lit. trends and answer questions such as how to get published. Get a book signed by the authors! Visit the authors’ book website at www.thesirenz. com for contests, chances to win stuff, read posts on music, fashion, etc. from their characters’ points of view. Program for Teens and Adults.

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Local Artists Turn Division Street in Somerville into a Pop-Up Gallery May 17-20 These artisans are working in a wide range of media including five painting styles - Acrylic, Alkyds, Gouache, Oil, and Watercolor; Photography, Beaded Jewelry, SAORI Weaving, Metal and Stone Sculpture, and Pen and Ink Drawings. Participating artists include Kristina Lloyd, who is also curating the exhibit, Frank Gubernat, Hilary Klimek, Jean Leigh, and Letty Oratowski of Basking Ridge; Michelle Marigliano and her son Lorenzo DiAndrea of Bernardsville; Maryann Ficker of Bound Brook; Olga Phelps of Branchburg; Diana Patton and Linda Lam of Bridgewater; Abi Fellows of Budd Lake; Filip Everaert of Far Hills; Rita Koch of Flemington; Donna Souren of Martinsville; Frank Racina of Raritan; Vivian Bedoya of Somerset; and Amy Erdman of Somerville.

Bridgewater resident Diana Patton is a participating artist in the Arts on Division exhibit. Above is her watercolor/arcylic painting entitled, Cocoal. Eighteen visual artists from the Somerville area will be exhibiting during Arts on Division on May 17-20 in what is called the LOCAL Fine Arts Exhibit.

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Bridgewater Dawn Patrol Motorcycle Club Celebrates 75th Anniversary

The first Dawn Patrol clubhouse was located on Route 22 in Bridgewater. The Dawn Patrol Motorcycle Club (D.P.M.C.), located on Robert Street in the Bradley Gardens section of Bridgewater, was established in 1937. The club will be celebrating its 75th Anniversary with the Memorial Day Classic motorcycle ride on May 27, 2012. In the early years the club promoted motorcycle races and had a race team. Today it promotes safe motorcycle events, such as the Memorial Day Classic. Motorcyclists register, ride a designated route, and end up at the club grounds for a picnic and other activities. Riders have an opportunity to mingle, swap stories and compare their bikes. This year the registration will be at the Bradley Gardens Fire House, 24 Old York Road, Bridgewater, on May 27th from 9 a.m. until noon. More information can be found on the D.P.M.C. website at www.dawnpatrolmc.com. The first Dawn Patrol clubhouse was located on Route 22 in Bridgewater. In 1957 members built the present clubhouse on Robert Street. D.P.M.C. is a member of the American Motorcyclists Association and has been since it was established in 1937. The club was started by a few guys and their wives. It now has 43 members, including Associate, Life and Full Members. Two of the Life members are Charter members and are retired in Florida; one is 94 years

In 1957 members built the present clubhouse on Robert Street in the Bradley Gardens section of Bridgewater.

old. Other members have retired to other states but visit when they are in New Jersey. The Club was proud to make Malcolm Forbes, who attended many D.P.M.C. motorcycle events, an Honorary Member in 1987. He was presented with a plaque and club vest by President, Rod Savitz at an invitation only party on the Forbes yacht. Members of the Dawn Patrol Motorcycle Club are of all ages, reside

in various towns, have a wide range of occupations, and ride different types of motorcycles. The club is a family club and has several activities throughout the year for non-riding family members to attend. The club has an “open-door policy” and they are always glad to have guests come to their meetings on Friday evenings. New members are always welcome. If you are not interested in joining a club, you would still be welcome to join them on

The Dawn Patrol Club was proud to make Malcolm Forbes (left), who attended many D.P.M.C. motorcycle events, an Honorary Member in 1987 the 50th anniversary of the club. He was presented with a plaque and club vest by President Rod Savitz at an invitation only party on the Forbes yacht.

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rides or trips. Members go on several club trips each year. Some are day trips, and some include one or more overnight stays, to places such as Lake George, NY; Carlisle, Pa; and various other locations in the tristate area. The Club was honored at a Bridgewater town council meeting in May 1987. The late Councilman, Robert Hanlon, read a proclamation commemorating the 50th Anniversary and the club’s contributions to

the community. His son, Robert, is a member today, as well as being an active member of the community in the Rescue Squad and Fire Department. D.P.M.C. has been participating in and leading the Bridgewater Memorial Day Parade for over 35 years, presenting a wreath at the memorial. It has also participated in the St. Patrick’s Parade, Somerville, the John Basilone Parade, Raritan, and assisted with the Kelsey Ride, since its inception. The club supports the Rescue Squad, Fire Dept. and the Youth Shelter in Bradley Gardens through donations. It has also raised donations for other charities. The Clubhouse has been flooded a number of times, especially this past year. Hurricane Irene caused devastating flooding that swelled the Raritan River to just below the ceiling. The members have been working hard to repair the damage that was done and fix the club grounds better than before. Other organizations have assisted in various ways and D.P.M.C. members are grateful for their help in the flood recovery. If you would like to find out more about the Dawn Patrol Motorcycle Club please visit their website at www.dawnpatrolmc.com or you can email them at DawnPatrolMC@optonline.net.

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Spring Benefit on May 6th at Bridgewater Marriott

- An enthusiastic Junior Committee met recently to help plan and organize “She’s All That!” at The Center for Contemporary Art in Bedminster. A “look good, feel good” afternoon for girls of all ages, The Center’s spring benefit on May 6th at the Bridgewater Marriott promises to be a fun-filled, not-tobe missed event. Celebrity guest speakers include Gayle Giacomo of Jerseylicious and Elisa Jimenez of Project Runway. Junior Committee members shown are: front row l-r Noelle Garruppo, Bernards HS, Kendall Dunn, Gill St. Bernards; back row l-r Taylor Murphy, Bernards HS; Tabi Krier, Bernards HS, Emma Pannullo, Bernards HS, Sabrina Riebman, Ridge HS, Amanda Ajnstajn, Bernards HS; not shown Lauren Scheer, Bernards HS and Danielle Kemble, Bridgewater-Raritan HS. - Submitted photo

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International Recognition Bestowed Upon John F. Kennedy School in Raritan

Japanese and American delegates along with students from John F. Kennedy School in Raritan celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of the Gift of Cherry Blossom Trees to America. The year 2012 marks the centennial anniversary of the gift of cherry blossom trees from Japan to the United States. In 1912, three thousand cherry blossom trees were presented to the United States by the Mayor of Tokyo Yukio Ozaki, as a token of friendship when he learned that First Lady Helen Taft loved cherry blossoms and wanted to improve the look of Potomac Park in the District of Columbia with cherry blossom trees. In a tree planting ceremony on April 10th, Raritan Borough and the Organization for Industrial, Spiritual and Cultural Advancement (OISCA) International-USA celebrated the centennial anniversary of the gift of the cherry blossom. In celebration of

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Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes throws the first pitch to Michael Winchock, Jr. to begin the season in Bradley Gardens.

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Bridgewater-Raritan High School choir members Sapier Weinglass, Victoria Franco, Zachariah Leffler and Pratheek Mangini sang the National Anthem. Throwing out the first pitches on Opening Day in Raritan were (L-R): Rescue Squad Chief Steve Weinman, Police Bridgewater Panthers softball players pose with Somerset Valley Chief Mark Ciesla, and (far right) Fire Chief Carl Memoli. Urgent Care mascot during Opening Day. Photo/Dawn Wilde The chiefs are joined by Raritan Recreation Director Rich See More Opening Day Photos on our website: Bartolucci (3rd from left). Photo/Dawn Wilde

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Bradley Gardens School Students Talk About the Kindness of Friends Students from Mrs. Nardella’s 1st grade class, Mrs. Clancy’s 1st grade class, and Mrs. Newell’s 3rd grade class at Bradley Gardens School in Bridgewater recently answered the question, “What is the nicest thing a friend has ever done for you?” Their answers appear below:

Allison – 1st Grade

This year on the playground I got hurt at recess and my friend helped me. She was very brave and helpful. Her name is Katarina. I was very happy to have her as a friend. Next time I will do something nice for her.

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Ayank – 1st Grade

When I was at school, I was reading a book and my book box fell on the floor. Everything fell out but my friend Rohan came and helped me clean it up.

Emily – 3rd Grade

The nicest thing my friend ever did for me was when my birthday was on the same day as the dance recital. My BFF, Stacey, told all of my dance mates it was my birthday. So after the dance recital, they had a birthday party for me. That’s why we are still BFF’s.

Miranda – 1st Grade

One time I was lonely. So my friend Caitlin played with me because I was lonely. It was very nice of her to do that. I wish I can do something nice for her. One time I did do something like that. One time.

Nathan – 3rd Grade

The nicest thing my friend ever did for me was on my birthday. Melissa Genova got me a big blue teddy. She knows I like teddy’s because I have my very own teddy collection. I named the teddy Blueberry because he was the color of a blueberry.

Ava – 1st Grade

The nicest thing a friend has ever done for me was when my brother Nick came with me to the doctor and held my hand because I was scared.

Madeline – 3rd Grade

My first day of coming back to school from being in the hospital, my best friend Teresa offered to push me in my wheelchair. She also carried my stuff while I had crutches. That is the nicest thing a friend could do. That’s what makes her my best friend.

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Continued from page 1 on a real baseball field with coaches and umpires. When the town first decided to start a baseball program, they set out to link up with a new youth baseball organization that was simply called “Little League.” Recreation director Steve Del Rocco and Ed Minetti drove to the Little League headquarters in Williamsport, PA, to learn the standards and regulations of the league. Little League began with one league in 1939 and spread countrywide by 1949. Every town wanted to be a part of it. Locally, Somerville, Bridgewater, and Manville began their own Little League programs in the early fifties. The original site for the new field was a large block of land on Sherman Avenue that had been donated to the town by the Frelinghuysen family in the 1940s. The donated land was not initially suited for baseball. However, a few recent high school graduates, saw that the lot was large enough to avoid the imperfections (and dangers) of the other fields. These enterprising young men used shovels, picks, and axes and turned the western part of the lot into a baseball field. Today, this field is known as Steve Del Rocco field. In 1952, when town officials decided to make an official “Little League” field, they chose to create it next to the existing adult field as this area had become established as a ball park site. Local businesses and individuals donated their time and material to get the Little League program off the ground. Cinder blocks necessary to build the first dug outs were donated by local builder Henry Condo. Labor to turn the cinder blocks into dugouts was donated by Nick Albanese Sr., whose son was to play in the first league. According to Steve Del Rocco, when they needed bats, balls, and catcher’s equipment, a donation from a local business or person could always be found. As a result of the local support, there was no charge to play in the early years of the Raritan Little League. On opening day in 1952 many residents came out to the inaugural opening game. Ceremonies were held before the game at the field. Father Joe Miller of St. Bernard’s Church (then on Somerset St. in

Raritan Little League players from the 1950’s recently got together for a 60th anniversary photo. L-R: Bob Andreychak, Al Capetta, Ralph Cusati, Guy Izzo, Nick Albanese, John Pacifico, and Phil Gentile. The MVP trophy sitting on homeplate lists the names of the MVP’s from 1952-1979. The trophy is on display in the Raritan Recreation Office.

Ralph Cusati was named MVP in 1953. Raritan) offered up a prayer. Raritan Mayor Rocky Miele threw out the first pitch. Recreation Director Steve Del Rocco announced that some local businesses were offering rewards to the players. Two local barbers were offering free haircuts to any home run hitters. For doubles and triples a player would receive a free pass to the movies. As the season progressed, the prizes changed to free ice cream for a home run more fun than a haircut - and Delucia’s chipped in a free pizza, a value of 60 cents then, for a triple. At 2:00 p.m. the first Raritan Little League game began with the Red Sox playing the Dodgers. In the first inning of that first game, Tony Orlando (grandson of tavern owner of the same name) delighted the crowd when he hit a home run over the left

Bob Andreychak marches in the 1954 Today Bob Andreychak helps run the RariOpening Day Parade. Bob received tan Little League program as Assistant Director of Raritan Recreation. the MVP award in 1956.

Ralph Cusati, today, strikes the same pitching pose as 1953. field fence. The Dodgers eventually beat the Red Sox by a score of 9-2. Walter Dembiec was the winning pitcher for the Dodgers – he also hit two doubles. As the first season developed, the Dodgers established themselves as the premiere team in the league. They won their first 13 games and eventually ended with a 16-2 record. The other three teams each finished several games below .500. The Dodgers were led by league MVP Tony Orlando who pitched and played shortstop. Catcher Al Martin was also a standout. Bob Lauyer was an excellent all-around player who pitched and played centerfield. Another young player, Walter Dembiec played short stop and also pitched. Walter, two years later in 1954, would be the league MVP.

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SVY Ranks Once Again among the USA’s Best Swimmers Y Swimmers Excel at National Meet - Propelled by a fifth place finish from the boys, the Somerset Valley YMCA swim team placed in the top 10 at the YMCA National swim meet in Greensboro, NC in April. A total of 34 swimmers competed in the meet, bringing a great finish to what has been a spectacular swim season. Overall, the team placed 10th in a field of more than 1,000 swimmers from over 200 YMCAs. In the 200 Medley Relay, the SVY team of Victor Luo, Dylan Sali, Brad Zdroik, and Jeff Donovin took home the silver medal and broke the NJ swimming record. Other stellar finishes included a second place in the boys 400 Medley Relay race by swimmers Sali, Luo, Donovin and Zdroik, and a third place finish and record-setting swim in the 200 Free Relay by Zdroik, Jesse Novak, Andrew Nesbitt, and Doug Chung.

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Bridgewater Woman’s Club Offers College Experience to Local Students Girls’ Career Institute (GCI) is a program, offered by the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs of GFWC (NJSFWC), for girls who have completed their junior year of high school. The GRWC Woman’s Club of Bridgewater selected the following young women to attend this year’s programs: Jennifer Weinberg - Bridgewater-Raritan H.S.; Connie Runyan - Somerset County Vo Tech H.S. The GCI program, which began in 1947, is held at Douglass Residential Campus at Rutgers University and affords a unique mini college experience for approximately 175 students from all over the state. Delegates are sponsored and the cost is underwritten by local NJSFWC Clubs or individuals. Delegates are selected on the basis of interest, community service and participation in school activities. They will experience a sample of college life by living in a dorm, eating in the cafeteria and attend lectures and workshops. They will also learn about career choices and how to network with other delegates from all over the state of New Jersey. In addition to organizing and directing all the activities of the GCI program, NJSFWC clubwomen volunteer their time and act as housemothers for the program. The GFWC Woman’s Club of Bridgewater is a member of the NJ State Federation of Women’s Clubs (NJSFWC) of GFWC, which was founded in 1894 and has been headquartered on the Douglass Residential Campus, formerly Douglass College in New Brunswick, since 1966. To learn more about the NJSFWC or to join a club, contact NJSFWC Headquarters at 732249-5474 or www.NJADWC.org.

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Panther Perspective

by Rachel Jandak Patience is a virture when navigativing through B-R High School

Adamsville kindergarten student Krinsy Arguello proudly stands in front of her landscape painting (top left) that was on display at the Art Festival held at BRHS on April 18th. Beside her is Art Instructor Lani Montgomery.

Somerset Valley Orchestra to Perform Spring Concert on May 20th Come hear the Somerset Valley Orchestra perform their annual spring concert at the Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School Auditorium on Sunday, May 20th at 2 p.m. The theme of this performance is “Symphonic Icons” and will include such pieces as “John Henry” by Aaron Copland, Haydn’s Symphony #88, Johann Strauss’s “Radetsky March” and “In the Steppes of Central Asia” by Alexander Borodin. The most interesting departure from the norm in this concert is a rare performance of Igor Stravinski’s “The Soldiers Tale” written in 1918. This piece depicts the story of a soldier returning home from WW1. During his travels, the soldier trades his fiddle to the devil in exchange for a book that tells the future of the economy. Several soloists will be featured, including Darek Mankowski on violin, Catherine Heiba on clarinet, Jason Ginsberg on trombone, and Dan Mussachio on bassoon. According to conductor Larry Markiewicz, “The Somerset Valley Orchestra is improving by leaps and bounds each month. The depth of incoming talent combined with a solid work ethic has allowed the group to thrive.” For more info, visit www.somersetvalleyorchestra.com.

If you have ever walked down the halls of Bridgewater Raritan High school between classes then you, my poor fellow, know the trials and tribulations that come inherent in such a large school. The hallways in BRHS are something every freshman student dreads, and every senior upperclassman has gotten sick of over the years. To survive one must be quick, cunning, and unafraid. To make things simple, I think of the school in different sectors. There’s the back pathway that goes past the 200 building all the way up from the small cafeteria; the main walkway which isn’t very different from a two-lane highway; and the outside path that passes in front of the main office building where the buses park. For some people, mainly those who have never walked around the B-R campus, these buildings and places don’t mean a thing. For those who walk these halls ev-

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Prevent Identity Theft by Shredding Documents The Somerset County Board of Freeholders and the county’s Consumer Protection and Records Management offices will be sponsoring 11 “Operation Secure Shred” events throughout the county in 2012. All shredding events will be on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All events will be rain or shine. Residents from all 21 Somerset County municipalities are invited to have personal documents shredded at as many free, on-site, mobile paper-shredding events as they wish to attend. Residents do not have to reside in a town hosting an event to participate. Documents will be commercially shredded safely, privately and properly by trained, licensed and bonded document-destruction specialists. Staples and paperclips do not have to be removed. Residents may bring documents in up to six boxes, containers and bags per visit and will be asked to take back their receptacles. Participants may stay and watch as their documents are shred, if they wish. No recyclable junk mail, magazines or newspapers will be accepted. Shredding events will be held at various municipal locations as follows: June 2 in Hillsborough at the Auten Road Disposal Facility; June 9 at the Bridgewater Township Municipal Building, 100 Commons Way; June 16 at the Watchung Police Facility, 840 Somerset St.; July 14 at the Bedminster Township Public Works Building, 75 Miller Lane; July 21 at Montgomery Fire Co. No. 1 in Belle Mead, 33 Griggstown Road; Sept. 8 at the Franklin Township Municipal Building, 475 DeMott Lane in Somerset; Sept. 22 at the Bound Brook Commuter Parking Lot, 100 West Main St., Oct. 6 at the Branchburg Municipal Building, 1077 U.S. Highway 202 North; Oct. 20 at the Green Brook Municipal Building, 111 Green Brook Road; and Oct. 27 at the Bernards Township Engineering Services Building, 277 S. Maple Ave. in Basking Ridge. For more information about the locations of the municipal shredding events, contact the towns directly. A listing of the events and addresses is available at www.co.somerset.nj.us/spotlight.html.

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Many of these early Raritan baseball players still live locally today. Guy Izzo, Jim Sibilia, Al Capetta, Ralph Cusati, Buddy DeLucia, Allie DeLucia and many others are still in town. In 1956, the Little League MVP was Bob Andreychak - who today is the “assistant” Recreation Director in Raritan. Today’s Recreation Director, Rich Bartolucci, also played in the Raritan Little League in the early years. John Pacifico, Recreation Chairman from 1978-1988, described the program during his tenure as “a thriving operation.” He said, “There were leagues for various age levels from pre Little League, Little League, Pony League, and Senior League. Each league had about six teams.” This year the Raritan baseball program has only one team in each age group. They play in a league with surrounding towns that also only have one or two teams. Today kids have so many other activities that baseball is no longer dominant. For this article, the author had the opportunity to bring together for a photo six men who played or coached in those early days of Little League. They are mostly around 70-years-old. On the day of the photo, the men arrived and greeted each other with excitement. Old baseball stories easily came to mind. As we waited for the last guy to show up, some bats were brought out for the photo. When these old timers picked up the bats a certain look came into their eye. Several moved away from the group and crouched into a baseball stance and gave it a hard practice swing. I could tell that these guys had once indeed been ball players. All of them had been all-stars, two were once the league MVP, and one, Guy Izzo, still holds the home run record. In the 1950s, baseball was called the National Pastime for a reason. As the men lined up for the photo I saw cheerful and grateful guys, and for this one moment they were 10-12 years old again, hanging with the same guys on the same field they once played. To see photos, box scores, and articles from the early days of Raritan Little League logon to www.raritanonline.com.

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SCVTHS Students Win Gold at NJ SkillsUSA Championships

Raritan softball players (L-R): Gizelle Felice, Alyssa Sheilds, Lauren Wojciechowski, and Sara Sabol on Opening Day, April 21st. Photo/Dawn Wilde SCVTHS Gold Medal Winners (L-R): Ankur Pranjal, Anand Arikarevula, Varun Khandavalli, Anthony Sibaja, Zoe Petitt, Stephanie Gonzalez, Seth Twombly, Shawn Young, Apurva Swapnil, and Abhishek Shrinet. Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School students recently competed against other career and technical education students from around the state at the 2012 NJ SkillsUSA Championships. Among the 82 students from SCVTHS who competed, 42 received medals including 10 gold. Those gold medal winners are now eligible to test their skills at a national level in Kansas City on June 23-27 at the 2012 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. This will be the 48th annual National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC), where more than 5,600 career and technical education students will showcase their talents and compete in 94 different trade, technical and leadership fields. All contests are run with the help of industry, trade associations, and labor organizations. The test competencies are set by industry. The list of SCVTHS students from Bridgewater & Raritan who received medals are as follows: Gold - Stephanie Gonzalez of Bridgewater – Health Occupations (First Aid/ CPR); Shawn Young of Martinsville – Tech Prep (Career Pathways) (Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources); Varun Khandavalli of Bridgewater, and Anand Arikarevula of Bridgewater – Tech Prep (Career Pathways) (Human Services) Silver - Sridivya Kavuru of Bridgewater – Tech Prep (Career Pathways) (Science, Technology and Math); Hyder Ali of Bridgewater, and Regine Canuel of Raritan – Tech Prep (Career Pathways) (Finance Services); Robert Canuel of Raritan, Noah Alsamadisi of Bridgewater – SkillsUSA Quiz Bowl Bronze - Nicholas Lee of Bridgewater, and Geneva Magsino of Raritan – Tech Prep (Career Pathways); Artemisia Leo of Bridgewater – Tech Prep (Career Pathways); Aumber Sharma of Bridgewater – Job Interview; Robert St. Pierre of Bridgewater – Technical Math; David Lowndes of Bridgewater – Plumbing

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Left: Bridgewater senior Ryan Hollingsworth is an integral part of the Pantherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attack. The lacrosse team is currently undefeated.

Boys Lacrosse - BR has rampaged out of the gate to an 8-0 record,

but who really expected anything less? The BR Lax team is coming off a glorious State Championship season and led by the returning seniors, Bridgewater-Raritan is one of the top 15 ranked teams in the nation. The team is guided under veteran coach, Chuck Apel. Senior, Scott Bieda leads the team with 21 points and following him with 17 points is goal scorer, Justin Higgins. Rutgers commit, Ryan Hollingsworth and Delaware commit, John Longordo each have posted 11 points. Other standouts include Vince Colatriano, Lehigh bound Ray Mastroianni, and goalie Zack Jones who has only allowed 12 goals through six contests. The squad will easily be in the mix for States along with being vaulted in the power rankings as one of the top High School Lax programs in the nation.

Below: Senior Jared Guritzky goes for the kill on a ball set by teammate Anthony Mandraccia.

Girls Lacrosse - The girls have stumbled a bit early with a 2-7

mark. The team is led by senior Taylor Mygatt. Senior Erin Eckert has been titanic with 25 goals and senior Jessica Casterline also has chipped in with 12 points. Junior Rachel Yaney is one of the top goal scorers with 10.

Baseball - The boys have hit the diamond and are perched at a 3-6

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Softball - The BR softball team is stacked with talent. They are at a 5-3 standing. The group is superior on offense with standouts such as Jordan Stephenson, Nikki Thomas, Nicole Braun, and Brianna Arends. Senior leadership is provided by Arends, Megan Sousa, and Nicole McClelland. The pitching duo of sophomore Megan Colline and freshman Abby Herman is also lethal to opposing teams as both have combined for 24 strikeouts and 5 wins.

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Community Gathers for Scoreboard Dedication in Honor of B-R Athlete

L-R: Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes; Managing Trustee of The Michael Bruce Fund Inc., Eugene J. Kirkwood Sr. (holding Michael Bruce’s lacrosse stick); and Co-Presidents of the BRHS Panther Athletic Club MaryBeth Fanning and Trish Stagg stand in front of the newly dedicated scoreboard. The Bridgewater-Raritan community gathered to honor the memory of Michael Bruce with a scoreboard dedication ceremony on April 16th. Michael Bruce was outstanding at the game of lacrosse and played attack for Bridgewater East wearing #8. In 1988, he suffered a traumatic spinal cord injury that left him a quadriplegic under the total support of a respirator and 24-hour care. Immediately after his accident, his friends, classmates and the community responded by raising funds to help offset the medical costs. Today, The Michael Bruce Fund, a non-profit entity, assists others who have been affected by spinal cord injuries. To continue the legacy of Michael Bruce (#8) and to promote the sport of lacrosse, The Michael Bruce Fund partnered with the BRHS Panther Athletic Club to purchase and

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retirement community in Bridgewater. Mrs. Tucher began her library career in 1964 at the John P. Faber Junior High School in Dunellen, where she and her family were then living. She went on to work in the libraries of Bridgewater-Raritan High School-West, Van Derveer Elementary School in Somerville, and Somerville High School. She retired in 1992. Arrangements by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home.

Branchburg - Jenny F. Kurkul D’Amico, 87, passed away on March 31, 2012. Jenny was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Thomas D’Amico, in 1984. Surviving are her son, Salvatore D’Amico, his wife, Lorri and their two children, Max and Lexi, all of Branchburg; her three daughters, Maria DeFrancisco and husband Gerald of Mahopac, NY, Patricia Buschkuhl and husband, Robert of Monroe, NY, and Stella Morda and husband, Steven of Middletown, CT; ten additional grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and her brother, Charles Kurkul and wife, Joyce of CT. Arrangements handled by Branchburg Funeral Home.

Sergeantsville - Ralph R. Scott, 56, passed away on April 2, 2012. Mr. Scott graduated from the Middlesex County Police Academy and worked for the Somerset County Sheriff’s Department for 25 years. He retired in June 2010 as a Lieutenant. Ralph was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons Lodge #6 in High Bridge. His Masonic involvements included: Past Master; RW Grand Chaplain, Grand Lodge; Sir Knight, Knights Templar; and Tall Cedar, Lebanon Township. Arrangements were handled by Branchburg Funeral Home.

Whitehouse Station - Lula “Lou” Vinson Lewis, 64, passed away suddenly at her home in Whitehouse Station on April 1, 2012. Mrs. Lewis graduated from Peace College and from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree. Arrangements were handled by Branchburg Funeral Home. Bridgewater – Sarbashis Ghosh, 44, passed away on April 1, 2012 after a brief struggle with cancer. Sarbashis was educated in both India and the United States, and after receiving a doctorate in Economics, he made his career in Finance. His most recent position was at Deloitte and Touche in Parsippany as an Enterprise Risk Service Consultant. Arrangements were handled by India Funeral Service. Bridgewater - Doris Tucher, 86, spent nearly thirty years as a school librarian and shared her love of books and reading with students in three districts and all grade levels, died April 2, 2012 at the Arbor Glen

Middlesex - Nicole B. Camacho, 32, passed away on April 3, 2012 at Somerset Medical Center. Nicole was a loving wife, devoted mother, caring sister and granddaughter. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Arrangements handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Bridgewater – Sandra L. Doyle, 68, died on April 3, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. Sandra was a Postmaster in South Plainfield; a member of AA for 25 years; a loving mother; a dear sister, a wonderful grandmother, aunt, and sister-in-law; and a loving partner. Arrangements were handled by the Bongiovi Funeral Home. Morristown - Solomon A. Ferling, 87, died April 4, 2012. Sol began his culinary career in 1950 as an apprentice chef on the Achille Lauro cruise ship, then part of the Israeli merchant marines. He was then employed as executive chef and gardemanger for the Sherry-Netherlands Hotel in NYC, Short Hills Caterers and The Bethwood in Totowa, and finally for the Crystal Plaza in Liv-

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Branchburg - Spencer J. Sheridan, 27, passed away on April 8, 2012. Born in Tiangua, Brazil, Spencer resided in Branchburg for 22 years. Mr. Sheridan worked as a landscaper for the past ten years. Spencer was a communicant of St. Ann’s R.C. Church in Raritan. Surviving are his beloved parents, David and Karen Fielding Sheridan, of Branchburg; his nine sisters, Michele Crate and husband, Douglas, Rosalie Owen, Patricia Paterson and husband, Thomas, Barbara Dunakin and husband, Walter, Roberta Straka and husband, Michael, Elizabeth Newland and husband, Maurice, Alyssa Sheridan, Brieanna Sheridan, and Anatia Sheridan, all of Branchburg; his brother, David J. Sheridan and wife, Pamela of Branchburg; his maternal grandparents, Donald and Irene Fielding; and ten nieces and nephews. Arrangements were handled by Branchburg Funeral Home. Raritan – Jeanette Roszkowski, 86, entered into eternal rest on April 11, 2012. Jeanette attended school in Boston and became a licensed hair stylist. As a young girl, she was a bit of the adventurous type and after graduating high school, she pursued the lure of learning to fly. She trained out of East Boston Airport (Now Logan) where she flew World War I bi-planes. She was married in 1946, gave up her pursuit of flying, and took up homemaking and raising a family. Jeanette is survived by her children, David (Deborah) Roszkowski of New Jersey and Christine (Boyd) Himmelhoch of Bridgewater; and a grandson, Mark (Jennifer) Himmelhoch of Raritan. She was predeceased by her husband, Mieczyslaw “Mike” Roszkowski (June, 2009). Arrangements were handled by the Bongiovi Funeral Home. Villas - Rebecca Hughes, 80, passed away on April 12, 2012 at Moravian Hall Square in Nazareth PA. Born in Philadelphia to the late George and Rebecca Best, she lived in South West Philadelphia before moving to Bridgewater and later to Villas. Rebecca enjoyed dancing the Jitterbug in South West Philadelphia and Wildwood. She also danced during the early days of American Bandstand. Arrangements handled by Bridgewater Funeral Home. Hillsborough Genevieve Wawrzycki, 89, passed away on April 15, 2012. Genevieve worked as a housekeeper for Somerset Medical Center until her retirement in 1984. Her home was always welcoming with the aroma of home cooking from her vegetable garden and fruit trees in the backyard. Arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home.

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Raritan Baseball Opening Day Photos by Dawn Wilde

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Bridgewater Baseball/Softball - Opening Day Photos by Dawn Wilde

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Bridgewater Baseball/Softball - Opening Day Photos by Dave Doheny

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