Local Verona business owners, Don Smartt and George and Kathy Anderson donated seven generators to the township of Verona and were recognized for their contribution during Superstorm Sandy.
Local Verona business owners, Don Smartt and George and Kathy Anderson were publicly recognized for their donation of seven generators to the Township of Verona during Monday night's council meeting. “We know that times like Hurricane Sandy challenge us all and we are in a position to help extend the services you give to the people of this community,” Smartt told the council during the meeting. Don Smartt is the owner of Don Smartt and The Community Advocates, located at 450 Bloomfield Ave. while the Andersons are the owners of Anderson Electric Corporation, on 1 Woodland Ave. During Sandy, the township was able to provide generators to two young families during the storm, said Township Manager Joe Martin, who added he was pleased by their…
The Alternative Christmas Mall will give congregation members a chance to donate to a local charity in the name of a relative, friend or co-worker.
Church-goers will have an opportunity to experience the gift of giving for the holidays when The First Presbyterian Church of Verona holds its annual Alternative Christmas Mall event on Sunday. Members of the congregation can give the gift of a contribution in the name of a relative, friend or co-worker to one of dozens of different charities. “Many of us struggle to find just the right Christmas gift to give someone,” said Pastor Erik Spencer. “But giving just one more thing that will collect dust on a shelf doesn’t seem the best solution.” “These contributions not only benefit some wonderful organizations, but also make Christmas less frenzied for the gift giver,” he said. The Alternative Christmas Mall will follow the 10:15 service on …
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