Did you know that people were actually afraid to go across the Tacoma Narrows Bridge in Washington because the bridge swayed so much? The bridge was built in 1940 and actually collapsed four months after opening due to high winds. Fortunately no people perished, but sadly a dog was killed. The Tacoma Narrows Bridge was … Continued
By, Lauren Kolacki According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, three million older people are treated in emergency departments, each year, for fall injuries. The continuing dispute regarding these statistics is that, of these people, many of them don’t inquire about fall preventatives until they are visiting recommended physical therapy post-accident. For 31 … Continued
It is not easy taking care of an aging loved one. It’s even harder to care for a loved one who is suffering from dementia. It takes a toll on our mind, our body and our spirit. Sometimes the behavior of someone who has late stage dementia can be quite a challenge. It is important … Continued
A child’s birthday is a true milestone. It’s never too early to start planning. 1. The birthday child is still very young and probably taking daytime naps, so plan a party that’s no longer than 2 hours. 2. Choose a simple theme that you can carry through the party decorations and cake. The child’s photo, … Continued
Teens’ inexperience behind the wheel makes them more susceptible to distraction behind the wheel. One in three teens who text says they have done so while driving. Is your teen one of them? Research has found that dialing a phone number while driving increases your teen’s risk of crashing by six times, and texting while … Continued
this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day By, YMCA of Western Monmouth County For over 20 years, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service has encouraged individuals to volunteer their time to improve their communities. That spirit of community service can be a rallying point to heal our differences through a common cause, as giving … Continued
By Lauren Kolacki Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try. At least that is what Brian Davis believes. Brian is the coach of his 9-year-old sons’ basketball team, along with Matt Pless, here in Millstone. At last year’s tryouts they had a total of 4 kids show up, 2 being their sons. That’s not … Continued
By, Pam Teel This month we recognize ten year old Laasini Kavuri who goes to the Apple- garth Elementary School in Monroe. Laasini is in the fifth grade. What Laasini loves about her homeroom teacher, her science teacher, and her math teacher, is that they never teach straight from the textbook. They always have fun … Continued
Online Public Voting Ends December 15 The New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) has announced 50 nominees in five categories for its Class of 2018: Arts & Letters, Enterprise, Performing Arts, Public Service, and Sports. Public voting is now underway online at https://njhalloffame.org/2018-nominees/. The 11th class of inductees will be announced in January, and the … Continued
By Joseph Raccuglia, MD Your body has a unique way of signaling when it isn’t getting the nutrients that it needs. Do you know how to read the signs? Here are a few ways that your body is letting you know that it’s not getting what it needs. 1. Cracked Lips or Mouth: Sometimes cracked … Continued