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$12K grant to aid 160 local families this season – Star News Group

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WALL TOWNSHIP — The Wall Township Education Association (WTEA) announced at last week’s board of education meeting a grant for $12,400 from the Perricone Family Charitable Trust, to aid local families in need this season.

Gail Maher, president of the WTEA, presented the grant and first discussed the association’s overarching goals for the Wall community.

“The Wall Township Education Association is dedicated to supporting its members and the Wall Township community, addressing both the educational and emotional needs for students and their families. Recognizing the financial struggles many face, specifically in our district, the WTEA has proactively sought assistance for families right here in our town,” Maher said. “The Wall Township Education Association has applied for a grant from the Perricone Family Charitable Trust, a local foundation committed to charitable initiatives. We are thrilled to announce that our grant application was approved, providing us with $12,400, to assist nearly 160 Wall Township families during this holiday season.”

“This funding will help ensure that families can put food on the table, and buy needed clothing for their children, highlighting our commitment and the Perricone family’s commitment to the well-being of our students and their families,” Maher added.

Maher thanked the trust as well as Jeff Jannarone, Wall Primary School’s Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) representative, who is credited with spearheading the grant application.

“The WTEA would like to extend our gratitude to Mr. Jeff Jannarone, for his invaluable assistance regarding the Perricone Family Trust Foundation,” Maher said. “Just three weeks ago, Jeff proposed this initiative demonstrating his commitment to our community. Without his suggestion, the grant would not have been submitted. We would also like to express our gratitude to Phillip and Marilyn Perricone, who established this charitable trust, for their ongoing commitment to supporting families in need, and brightening the holidays for those less fortunate.” 

Maher talked about the Perricone family’s ties to Wall, and why the WTEA connected with the foundation.

“Phil and Marilyn resided in Wall Township for over 40 years, and were well-respected entrepreneurs and beloved members of the Jersey Shore community,” Maher said. “Their sons, Rob and Chris, both attended Central School, Wall Intermediate, and were Wall High School graduates. Phil and Marilyn passed away in 2024, as did Chris several years before. Rob, who is with us today, shares his parents’ passion for service and philanthropy, and looks forward to continuing their legacy through projects such as tonight’s donation. Together, we hope that this will make a meaningful impact in our community, and we would like again to express our thanks to all those involved in the Perricone Family Charitable Trust.”

Rob Imperato, son of Phil and Marilyn Perricone, spoke about his parents’ history of giving this time of year, and how happy they would be to see this grant go to local students and their families.

“This is a tough time of year. My parents loved Christmas, and this is the first year without them,” he said. “They were always on the look-out for families who struggled this time of year, and they would quietly work behind the scenes to make sure people had a brighter Christmas season. I am honored to be here tonight, I am honored to represent my family, they would have loved this tonight. I wish you all a very happy holiday season.”

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Charitable Trust

The Perricone Family Charitable Trust donates to organizations throughout New Jersey to aid in various causes, including medical foundations, school organizations, food banks and more. 

Phil and Marilyn Perricone are also credited with founding the Christopher Center for Mental Health and Wellness at Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune, in honor of their son, Christopher, who died in 2016.

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Trees | Cherry Hill Township, NJ

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For a Tree Removal Permit Application please click “here” or apply online through the link below. CHIP apply now II

General Requirements 

A Tree Removal Permit is required for any person desiring to destroy, cut, remove, or trim more than thirty (30%) percent of any tree (including trees in healthy or poor condition, and dead) that has a diameter at breast height (hereinafter “DBH”) equal to or greater than five (5) inches (or 15.7 inch circumference).   The following are the only exceptions to a Tree Removal Permit:

  1. removal of vegetation (bushes, shrubs, plants, etc.) or trees less than five (5) inches DBH;
  2. the removal of invasive tree species (You must still contact DPW prior to removal to confirm/inspect);
  3. the regular pruning and maintenance of trees;
  4. for trees deemed an “Imminent Threat” (You must contact DPW prior to removal to confirm/inspect); or 
  5. for tree removal required as a precondition to the issuance of a Certificate of Continued Occupancy by the Township’s Property Maintenance Officer.  

“Person” means a natural or legal person, including but not limited to: a property owner, tenant, occupant, resident, contractor, or tree removal company, whether an individual, corporation, company, association, society, firm, partnership, joint stock company corporation, trust, and/or other legal entity, whether private or nonprofit, and any and all owners, officers, agents, and/or employees thereof.  

“Imminent Threat” means immediate action is needed to undertake tree cutting and/or removal in order to protect the public health, safety, welfare, or property, and/or to prevent a significant degradation to the environment. 

Residential Tree Removal Applications

Applies to any existing improved lot used entirely for residential purposes with no more than two (2) dwelling units and which is not the subject of an application for development. There is no fee associated with this type of application.

Residential Tree Removal Applicants may remove any number of dead trees and up to three (3) healthy and/or poor condition trees every twelve (12) months, except the following:

  1. any size tree planted pursuant to a Tree Replacement Plan subject to § 21-5.8; and
  2. trees located within the ROW and/or within three (3) feet of a public road may only be removed pursuant to § 21-5.2(c).

Residential Tree Removal Applicants may remove additional trees if any one or more of the reasons set forth in § 21-5.2(c) apply. Residential Tree Removal Applicants must also replace onsite, on a one-for-one basis, any healthy and/or poor condition trees removed in excess of three (3) trees within a twelve (12) month period, or pay a contribution to the Cherry Hill Tree Fund for each tree removed in excess of three (3) trees in the amount of $175.00. For example, an applicant seeking to remove 5 healthy trees will be required to replant two (2) replacement trees onsite or make a payment of $350.00 ($175.00 per tree) to the Cherry Hill Tree Fund.

Commercial Tree Removal Applications 

Applies to any improved or unimproved lot that is not a “Residential Tree Removal Application” as defined herein. There is a $100.00 application fee due upon the submission of a Tree Removal Permit Application.

Commercial Tree Removal Applicants may only remove trees if any one or more of the reasons set forth in § 21-5.2(c) apply. Commercial Tree Removal Applicants must also replace onsite, on a one-for-one basis, all healthy and/or poor conditions trees removed or pay a contribution to the Cherry Hill Tree Fund for each removed tree in the amount of $300.00. For example, an applicant seeking to remove 20 healthy trees and replant 10 trees onsite will be required to make a contribution of $3,000.00 ($300.00 per tree) to the Cherry Hill Tree Fund. Commercial Tree Removal Applicants may also be subject to any applicable conditions of approval and/or Site Plan requirements.

Submission and Review

Tree Removal Permit Applications may be mailed to the Department of Public Works building located at 1 Perina Boulevard Cherry Hill, NJ 08003, faxed to (856) 424-0119, or emailed to trees@chnj.gov. Please be advised that an inspection from the Cherry Hill Township Public Works Department may be required prior to issuance of the permit.

Please allow 7 business days for processing and approval, as an inspection from the Cherry Hill Township Public Works Department may be required prior to issuance of the permit.

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RWJBarnabas Health’s Manigan Named a CEO Influencer

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On Dec 20, 2024

Mark E. Manigan, president and CEO of RWJBarnabas Health, has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s list of 64 CEO Influencers to Know. The list honors outstanding hospital and health system CEOs who hold singularly powerful opportunities to shape the future of health care, thanks to their high-profile roles and broad influence.

As president and CEE for RWJBarnabas Health, Manigan is leading the system-wide noble mission of building and sustaining a healthier New Jersey, and creating a national model for clinical and business success. He is leveraging his vast influence to transform the health care landscape for the better.

Manigan is spearheading the evolution of the system’s strategic plan and steering an operating income of $106 million in 2024, compared with a $4.7 million loss in 2023. This fiscal success was achieved while decreasing mortality 15%, reducing central line infections by 40%, and capturing multiple national recognitions. He is also driving effective strategies to improve health equity by addressing the social and environmental factors that affect healthy living.

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Morris County Unveils $35 Million 2025 Capital Plan – Morris County, NJ

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Published on December 19, 2024

Investments Target Infrastructure, Education and Public Safety

(front row, l-r) Jigar Shah, Mayor James Barberio, Commissioner Deborah Smith and Douglas Cabana, Commissioner Director Christine Myers, Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw, Stu Lasser, Commissioner John Krickus, Betty Cass-Schmidt, Sen. Joe Pennachio, Sen. Anthony Bucco, Casey Parikh, Dave Helmer (back), Parsippany Councilman Justin Musella and Matt Manzi of the Morris County Park Commission. The Morris County Board of County Commissioners tonight presented a $35 million capital spending plan for 2025 to maintain the critical infrastructure supporting the education, public safety and human services programs that enhance our residents’ quality of life.

The Capital Budget Committee, led by Commissioners Tayfun Selen, Deborah Smith and Stephen H. Shaw, chairman of the committee, outlined the proposal during a public meeting in Morristown. The total spending plan is $48,585,406 but will be offset by $13,183,294 in various grants.

The capital spending plan focuses on continued investments in facility upgrades, maintaining infrastructure from roads and bridges to dam safety and intersection improvements, and investing in our future, including support for the County College of Morris’s construction of a Center for Health Professions.

“Months ago, the Capital Budget Committee and our administrative staff began reviewing capital investment proposals from all county departments, constitutional officers and related county agencies. It is a long-standing practice that has enabled us to plan our capital expenditures early each year and, as we will in 2025, move forward on adopting a complete county budget so that our capital projects may be put out to bid early and get underway,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Shaw.

Morris County’s inventory of capital responsibility, which requires regular maintenance and upgrades, is extensive and diverse. It includes much more than the Morris County Administration & Records Building in Morristown and the Human Services and Law & Public Safety complexes in Morris Township and Parsippany-Troy Hills Township.

The Morris County infrastructure responsibility also includes, in part:

  • 287 miles of county roadsin all 39 Morris County municipalities

  • 1,000 bridges and culverts throughout all Morris County municipalities

  • 3 Freight Railroads

  • 1,200 vehicles and or pieces of equipment used by various county agencies

  • 3.4 million square feet of buildings and structures

  • 20,450 acres of parkland & 38 recreational facilities

The County of Morris also is responsible for:

  • Maintaining all trees within county road rights-of-way

  • Facilities required by the judiciary, sheriff, law and public safety

  • Mosquito Control services throughout all Morris County

“Our 2025 capital spending plan allocates $8.58 million for bridge and culvert replacements, including heavily traveled spans in Montville, Mount Olive and Jefferson Township, continuing Morris County’s leadership in bridge upgrades. We also anticipate resurfacing another 20.6 miles of county roads this coming year,” said Commissioner Selen.

The plan designates $11 million for resurfacing roadways in 11 municipalities next year, bringing the total to more than 230 miles of roads resurfaced since 2016.

Click Here to View the Slideshow Presented by the Capital Budget Committee

The 4.8-mile Pompton Valley Rail Trail will be completed and fully open Spring 2025. The plan also includes a $4.46 million investment in the County College of Morris ongoing plan to construct an 80,000-square-foot Center for Health Professions on campus to support educational excellence and workforce development.

 “We are dedicated to strengthening education, enhancing public safety, and supporting human services,” said Commissioner Smith. “These investments will provide vital training and equipment for public safety personnel, and ensure our park system, which is the largest county park system in New Jersey, remains safe and accessible.”

The 2025 Capital Spending Highlights

Improving Our County Road Network

  • $2.56 million for intersection improvements, including:

  • Ridgedale Avenue and Garfield Avenue in East Hanover

  • Main Street Improvements in the Town of Boonton

  • Guide Rail upgrades and installations throughout the County

 

  • $11 million for roadway resurfacing in 11 municipalities, including:

  • 3.3 miles of Green Pond Road (CR 513) from Jacobs Road south to Upper Hibernia Road in Rockaway Township

  • 2.5 miles of Spring Valley Road (CR 601) from Village Road to Blackberry Lane in Harding Township

  • 2.5 miles of Sussex Turnpike (CR 617) from West Hanover Avenue to Dover Chester Road in Randolph Township

  • 2.5 miles of Berkshire Valley Road (CR 699) in Jefferson Township

 

  • $8.58 million for bridge and culvert projects, including:

  • Replacement of Bridge #433, Old Bloomfield Avenue in Montville Township

  • Bridge #1138 Pleasant Hill Road in Mount Olive

  • Bridge #927 Cozy Lake Road in Jefferson Township

 

Strategic Investments in Human Services and Public Safety

  • $1.5 million for the replacement of workstations to maximize usable space in the Office of Temporary Assistance in the Department of Human Services

  • $4.87 million for the replacement of Sheriff’s K-9 Unit Offices and Kennels

 

(l-r) The Capital Budget Committee: Commissioners Deborah Smith, Stephen Shaw and Tayfun Selen.

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Photos

Photo 1: (front row, l-r) Jigar Shah, Mayor James Barberio, Commissioner Deborah Smith and Douglas Cabana, Commissioner Director Christine Myers, Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw, Stu Lasser, Commissioner John Krickus, Betty Cass-Schmidt, Sen. Joe Pennachio, Sen. Anthony Bucco, Casey Parikh, Dave Helmer (back), Parsippany Councilman Justin Musella and Matt Manzi of the Morris County Park Commission.

Photo 2: The 4.8-mile Pompton Valley Rail Trail will be completed and fully open Spring 2025.

Photo 3: (l-r) The Capital Budget Committee: Commissioners Deborah Smith, Stephen Shaw and Tayfun Selen.

 

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Mobile Museum of Tolerance: Effort to bring vehicle of education around antisemitism to N.J. comes to Trenton

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Rabbi Meyer May, standing outside the Statehouse in Trenton and next to the $1.2 million Mobile Museum of Tolerance, a traveling exhibit that the teachings of the Simon Wiesenthal Center in Los Angeles on the road, couldn’t rattle of the numbers fast enough.

Consider:

  • The center already has ten of these mobile museums going across the country and is looking to get Legislatures to fund 40 more (hence the stop in Trenton);
  • The mobile museums have an hour-long program that can educate up to 30 students at once;
  • The mobile museums have proved to be so popular that one (based in Illinois) already has a waiting list that goes into 2027;
  • And, perhaps the most impressive, the mobile museums are meant to serve the non-Jewish community – and do so in great numbers.

“The Simon Wiesenthal Cener, now in its 47th year, has had more than 8 million visitors since it opened, including 3 million kids in school groups,” he started. “Remarkably, 93% of them are children of color, and 98% total are not Jewish kids.

“We are the largest diversity training program the United States. We’ve trained more than 180,000 frontline criminal justice professionals and almost 90,000 frontline educators in California on the Holocaust and related subjects.”

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Meyer, however, knows it’s not enough.

“While we do things to great scale, we realize that not everybody can get to a big museum,” he said.

Therein lies the creation of the ten mobile museums, two of which are stationed in New York.

Meyer now spends much of his time traveling around the country, extolling the virtues of an education factory on wheels, trying to get more.

In Trenton, he was able to give Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin and other legislatures are tour.

Meyer said they came away impressed. Of course, the true test will come during budget season. The mobile museum not only comes with an initial $1.2 million price tag – he said approximately the same amount of funding is needed for its annual operation.

Meyer said he knows budgets are tight, but he also knows that a wave of antisemitism in this country – unlike anything he has seen in his lifetime – is upon us.

“Oct. 7 unleashed the most illogical and metastasizing antisemitism that any American Jew has seen since the Holocaust,” he said. “And it’s so counterintuitive. Any fair-minded, objective person seemingly should think there’s no place in this world for murdering 12,000 people, including 300 kids, murdering grandmothers, raping women and mutilating them.”

The nonsensical acceptance of hate goes beyond the Jewish community, he said.

“We’re in a world where half the people are lauding what this kid did to the CEO United Healthcare,” he said. “How has that not been universally condemned? There are people who want to make movies about this barbarism.”

That’s why Meyer wants to teach acceptance – and about turning away from hate. He feels he can do it from these mobile museums.

“We can bring our teachings to the people,” he said.

Mobile Museum of Tolerance, a traveling exhibit that the teachings of the Simon Wiesenthal Center.

Doing it in New Jersey would have special meaning. Meyer moved to Lakewood when he was 10 and graduated high school from a Jewish Day School in the area. And while it has been years since he has lived here, Meyer said he still has extended family in the Garden State.

Now, it’s just a matter of raising funds.

Meyer said the Center will gladly take private donations to help fund the program. But he said he’s learned from experience that a steady budget line from the Legislature is the best way to ensure continuity.

“Hopefully, they’ll find the funding in the budget,” he said. “Antisemitism and hate are percolating. Everyone’s looking for a solution: How do we address it? How do we counteract it? How do we stem the tide?

“Our answer is education, through our Mobile Museum of Tolerance.”

Meyer has seen the impact the mobile museums can have – see how it extends beyond just the kids taking a tour.

“As we drive through the cities and along the highways of New Jersey, everybody’s going to say, ‘Wow, what’s that: How did I get that to my school?” he said.

It’s a first step. One that is so desperately needed.



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Behavioral Health | Burlington County, NJ

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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

On July 16, 2022, 988 will become the nationwide 3-digit dialing code for crisis and suicide prevention. It will replace the 1-800 number currently used by the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. On this date, when someone calls 988 all phones in the U.S. (mobile and landline) will connect with the crisis/suicide prevention system. This will allow anyone in the U.S. to call 988 and get help designed specifically for someone dealing with a mental health crisis.

988 Adult Warning Signs – English (PDF)

988 Adult Warning Signs – Spanish (PDF)

988 Youth Warning Signs – English (PDF)

988 Youth Warning Signs – Spanish (PDF)

988 Poster – English (PDF)

988 Poster – Spanish (PDF)

988 Implementation (PDF)

9-8-8 Planning and Implementation – Valerie Mielke NJ DHS – You Tube

What happens when you call, chat or text:

https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/988-what-happens-call-square.mp4

https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/988-what-happens-text-square.mp4

https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/988-what-happens-chat-square.mp4

September 2022 overview of 988 in NJ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iySDD_oa2i8 

General information on 988 in NJ on DMHAS website: https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmhas/initiatives/988/

SAMHSA FAQ page: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988/faqs

988 Lifeline Video: https:///www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/988-impact.mp4

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          Each HSAC completed a county-specific needs assessment report that discussed findings related to six basic need areas and seven specialized need areas in their individual counties. These reports discuss the scope and nature of each need area, as well as local considerations, i.e. resources and timeframes for addressing, for priority needs areas.

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NJM contributes $100K toward hunger relief efforts

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NJM Insurance Group is announcing Tuesday that it is making a $100,000 donation to support hunger relief organizations throughout the Mid-Atlantic region this holiday season – including the Community Foodbank of New Jersey.

NJM also is making contributions to organizations based throughout its coverage area, including Maryland, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Ohio.

CEO Mitch Livingston said the company is delighted to help.

“Households across our nation continue struggling to put food on the table,” he said. “NJM is proud to help advance the vital efforts undertaken by non-profits on the frontline making a measurable impact on the lives of people facing hunger.”

Elizabeth McCarthy, the CEO of the CFBNJ, said her group is grateful for the donation.

“Nearly one million New Jersey residents, including more than 260,000 children, face food insecurity. Organizations like the Community Foodbank of New Jersey and so many others are at the forefront of this crisis,” she said. “We are grateful for corporate leaders like NJM and its generous support of our efforts to combat hunger in our communities.”

NJM’s community support efforts are rooted in a culture of purpose-driven service. The company directs charitable contributions throughout the year toward organizations that support arts and culture, health, education, social services, safety, and financial literacy.

NJM’s philanthropic efforts also extend beyond charitable donations. Community service programs offer employees opportunities to attend outreach events and volunteer their time and talents, including membership on multiple non-profit committees and boards. In addition, NJM’s Matching Donation Program provides a dollar-for-dollar match for employee contributions to a variety of organizations.



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Giants Host Freedom Wing at Salute to Service Game: A Day of Honor and Celebration, 514th Air Mobility Wing Participates in Salute to Service at MetLife Stadium

by ArtExplore New JerseyFootballHealth & WellnessNorth JerseySportsTechnology & TechThe Humane State

On November 17, 2024, the New York Football Giants hosted a remarkable Salute to Service game at MetLife Stadium, paying tribute to the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Although the NFL’s Salute to Service campaign was launched in 2011, the Giants have a long-standing relationship with the military that dates back to World War II, and this event was a testament to their continued dedication to honoring military service members.

This year, the Giants had the privilege of hosting members from the 514th Air Mobility Wing, a part of the Air Force Reserve Command based at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey. The Airmen were treated to VIP experiences, enjoying the game from luxury suites while taking part in special moments designed to celebrate their service and sacrifice.

A VIP Experience for the 514th Air Mobility Wing

Before the game kicked off, members of the 514th were invited onto the field for an unforgettable experience. They had the chance to watch the warm-ups up close, pose for photos with Giants players, and form the gauntlet through which the Giants ran to take the field. The atmosphere was electric, with players and Airmen alike sharing a bond of pride and respect as they prepared for a memorable day.

As the game progressed, two members of the 514th were given the chance to participate in truly unique and emotional moments in front of more than 70,000 fans. These moments allowed the service members to shine in a way that few could ever expect.

Master Sgt. Kristen Warbrick Sings the National Anthem

One of the highlights of the day came when Master Sgt. Kristen Warbrick, an aeromedical evacuation technician with the 514th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, performed the national anthem. Warbrick, a lifelong Giants fan, had sung the anthem at various ceremonies in the past, but nothing compared to the magnitude of performing in front of such a large and passionate crowd.

“I’ve sung the national anthem for retirements, deactivations, and other ceremonies, but to perform in front of this many people at a Salute to Service game—I was amazed and extremely proud,” Warbrick said. “I looked up, and the audience was standing, clapping, and cheering, all to honor those who’ve served. It was a very emotional moment for me.”

As she concluded her powerful rendition of the anthem, a C-17 Globemaster III flyover by the 732nd Airlift Squadron soared above the stadium, adding to the patriotic spirit of the day.

Senior Airman Christopher Megna Kicks a Field Goal

In another unforgettable moment, Senior Airman Christopher Megna, an operations manager with the 514th Civil Engineer Squadron, was selected to kick a field goal during halftime. Megna, a lifelong football fan and a passionate Giants supporter, had the opportunity to take center stage in a high-stakes moment at the home stadium of his favorite team.

“It was amazing,” Megna said of the experience. “I’m a huge Giants fan, so being able to see the players and then being chosen to kick the field goal—it was amazing.”

With the guidance of Senior Master Sgt. Dakota Bordelon, who helped coach Megna on the technique, the pair practiced the field goal attempt during the first quarter. Their hard work and teamwork paid off when Megna successfully kicked not just one, but two field goals during the halftime show.

“It meant everything to me to be able to represent the Air Force at my favorite team’s home stadium,” Megna said. “I’ve grown up playing football my entire life, so this was a dream—an absolute dream.”

A Day to Remember for Warbrick and Megna

For both Warbrick and Megna, the Salute to Service game was not just a moment of recognition but a chance to connect deeply with their fellow service members and their love for the Giants. Warbrick, whose father had served as the command chief at the 514th from 2013-2016, reflected on how special the experience was for her.

“It was incredible to be able to represent my squadron, the Freedom Wing, and the Air Force in general, but the whole experience was even more meaningful because I am also a lifelong Giants fan,” Warbrick said. “The 514th has been a second home for almost my entire life. The opportunities the Air Force has afforded me have been amazing, and I couldn’t have asked for a better memory.”

For Megna, the day marked a culmination of his passion for football and his commitment to serving in the Air Force.

“This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience,” Megna added. “To represent the Air Force in front of a Giants crowd—it was an honor.”

As the Giants continue to honor the service of those in the Armed Forces, the Salute to Service game in 2024 will undoubtedly remain a cherished memory for the 514th Air Mobility Wing and the entire Giants community. This event was a powerful reminder of the strength of the connection between sports, patriotism, and the sacrifices made by our military personnel.

514th Air Mobility Wing Participates in Salute to Service at MetLife Stadium

On November 17, 2024, Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 514th Air Mobility Wing at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, had the unique honor of attending and participating in the NFL’s Salute to Service event during a New York Giants game at MetLife Stadium. The Salute to Service game is a special occasion that celebrates and honors the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces, and this year, the 514th was invited to take part in an unforgettable experience.

A Day of Honor and Recognition

The 514th Air Mobility Wing members were treated to a VIP experience at MetLife Stadium. Before the game, they were invited onto the field to watch the warm-ups, giving them a close-up view of the Giants as they prepared for the game. The Airmen had the opportunity to pose for photos with the players, creating lasting memories of their day at the stadium. This behind-the-scenes access was just the beginning of the special treatment the service members would receive.

Forming the Gauntlet

As the game was set to begin, the members of the 514th were given a truly memorable role. They formed a gauntlet through which the Giants players ran as they took the field. The sight of the Airmen standing proudly in formation, ready to welcome the team, added an extra layer of meaning to the event. It was a powerful moment that symbolized the connection between the military and sports, and the mutual respect and admiration between the Giants and the Armed Forces.

This participation in the Salute to Service game not only allowed the 514th to honor their commitment to service but also demonstrated the deep bond between the New York Giants and the military community. The day at MetLife Stadium was a fitting tribute to those who serve and sacrifice for the nation, creating an experience that will be remembered for years to come.