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t Branchburg PBA helps local children from the dugout Charity, athleticism and community building have become the annual ingredients for Branchburg’s National Night Out in White Oak Park. Aug. 2 marked the event’s thirteenth year running, with help coming from organizations such as the Branchburg Local 397 – whose members regularly compete in the inter-generational softball game. Other family-friendly events included a fun-run for children ages 10 and younger, and a competitive 5K run for adults. Proceeds from this year’s event benefited two local children in Branchburg Township through Jack’s Kids, an organization that eases the financial burden for families struggling to raise children who require ongoing medical care. With friendly assistance from colleagues representing Branchburg Rescue Squad, North Branch Volunteer Fire Company and Readington Fire Company, members of Local 397 defeated the summer camp counselors from the Branchburg Recreational Department. Though the PBA won the softball game against the counselors, the children in the community were the true winners of the evening’s events. d Welcome new State Delegates The following State Delegates were sworn in at the NJ State PBA meeting July 19 at Pines Manor in Edison: Christopher Cartella, Harrison Township Local 178; Anthony F. Condurso, Jr., Montville Local 140; Maz Elwardany, Clark Local 125; Kevin J. Klink, South Bound Brook Local 148; Stephen Kouefati, Pompton Lakes Local 161; Christopher R. Martino, Hanover Township Local 128; Kristopher P. Mazza, Wildwood Local 59 and Michael Podeia, East Rutherford Local 275. d www.njcopsmagazine.com ■ AUGUST 2016 57