Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority Honored by the AEA-NJ for Super Storm Sandy Accomplishments

Executive director James Meehan said he is "in awe" of what the team accomplished.

The Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority (RVSA) has been recognized by the Association of Environmental Authorities of New Jersey (AEA) and awarded for their outstanding efforts and accomplishments during Super Storm Sandy.  The RVSA was presented with awards for Mutual Aid and Individual Achievements at the Annual Wave Awards Luncheon held on March 13th during the AEA’s spring conference at the Golden Nugget in Atlantic City. The AEA’s Annual Wave Awards recognize dedication, innovation and talent in New Jersey’s publicly owned/operated water and wastewater utility sector.  This year, a total of 20 organizations and individuals were recognized by their peers for excellence.  The RVSA was honored with the Mutual Aid Wave Achievement Award for …

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Park Volunteers Honored For Efforts Following Superstorm Sandy

Union County honored hundreds of Adopt-a-Park and Adopt-a-Trail volunteers at a celebratory dinner last month.

The following is a press release from the Union County Office of Public Information. The work of hundreds of 2012 Union County Adopt-a-Park and Adopt-a-Trail volunteers was honored at a celebratory dinner last month, marking another year of outstanding efforts to help to preserve the county’s 6,768 acres of parkland. In addition to many ongoing projects, volunteers played a key role in re-opening popular trails in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy. “Union County’s park system is a precious natural resource that thousands of residents and visitors enjoy year-round,” said Freeholder Chairman Linda Carter. “These dedicated volunteers freely give their time to help keep our parks pleasant and enjoyable, and their efforts are truly appreciated …

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Volunteers Still Needed To Help With Sandy Relief Efforts

The Salvation Army is looking for people to help at its call center in Union as well as distributing goods in Hazlet and other locations.

As The Salvation Army continues to provide long term recovery for Hurricane Sandy survivors, volunteers are needed to assist with relief efforts. The newest Salvation Army volunteer opportunities include receiving intake and distribution of goods to clients at its emergency assistance center in Hazlet, supporting its call center in Union and sorting at its Hillside and Trenton warehouses. “People out there still need assistance, and The Salvation Army is doing all it can to reach those in need, but we still need the help of the army behind the Army, our fantastic volunteers,” said a member of The Salvation Army’s Community Relations Team. These volunteer opportunities will be available into the foreseeable future. Interested volunteers …

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Poll: Which 12-12-12 Performer Are You Most Looking Forward to Watching?

Some of the biggest names in music will come together to perform during Wednesday's Sandy Relief show. Which musician is your favorite?

On Wednesday, some of the most influential musicians of our time will take the stage at Madison Square Garden to perform in a sold-out show that will benefit the victims of Superstorm Sandy. Performing in the 12-12-12 Concert For Sandy Relief will be acts ranging from native New Jersey rockers Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi to pop stars Alicia Keys and legendary artists such as The Rolling Stones.  In this Patch Poll, we're asking which of the headlining artists will have you planted firmly in front of your television. 

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Superstorm Sandy: One Month Later

Patch takes a look back at some of the images and videos of the damage caused by the massive storm both in Union County and at the Jersey Shore.

It's been one month since "the perfect storm" tore through new Jersey, toppling trees, pulling down power lines, damaging homes and causing widespread power outages that lasted for days, and in some cases, weeks. Over the course of the last 30 days since Superstorm Sandy devastated the Jersey Shore and many areas inland, New Jerseyans have showed their strength and unity, vowing to rebuild and joining together to help each other through local and statewide initiatives. The following is a compilation of images and videos from Union County and the Jersey Shore, depicting the aftermath, the cleanup and the efforts by local residents to be part of the relief effort. One video was shot by Rutgers University student Brittany McDyer of Cranford …

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Mayor Skibitsky Post-Sandy Update: Friday, Nov. 30

All hands are “on deck” as crews work 6 days a week on both sides of Town, rain or shine, Skibitsky states.

The following message from Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky can be found on the Town of Westfield's website:  Hurricane Sandy Recovery Update:  The Town’s recovery efforts in the wake of Superstorm Sandy continue. The Town is currently conducting a one-time town wide curbside cleanup of storm related organic debris, such branches and twigs, simultaneous with the collection of leaves. All hands are “on deck” as crews work 6 days a week on both sides of Town, rain or shine.  To further expedite efforts, the Town has leased additional heavy equipment that increases collection and transportation capacity. In order for our crews to systematically clear all the debris from the 380 municipal roadways, they are working in the same patterned sequence…

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Berkeley Heights Rescue Squad Collecting Items For Sandy Victims

BHVRS Cadets are collecting canned foods, canned pet foods, clothing and supplies to assist victims of Superstorm Sandy. Read on for full details.

The Cadets of the Berkeley Heights Volunteer Rescue Squad (BHVRS) are collecting donations to help families as well as animal family members affected by Hurricane Sandy. Canned meals including canned fruit, vegetables, soup, peanut butter, shelf-stable milk and baby food are being collected in addition to canned pet foods, new packages of underwear and socks, diapers, work boots, cleaning supplies including gloves and heavy duty garbage bags, tools, plastic bins for storage, camp cots, and air mattresses. Donations will be made to the Community FoodBank of NJ (http://www.njfoodbank.org/), St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Shelter (http://www.sthuberts.org/sandyneeds) and to the Highlands, NJ shore area through http://helpjersey.com. Collection …

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