Middletown police, business owner help Christmas dreams come true for kids
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Dressed as Santa, Middletown Police Community Relations Officer Jay Bodell shows off some of the holiday toy donations from the community, and Mondo Pizza, which gave a $60 gift card to a city family in need.Contributed photo / Jay BodellShow MoreShow Less
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Middletown Police Community Relations Officer Jay Bodell, center, with the help of The Nutrition Spot owner Beth Gyngeli (not pictured), as well as other members of the department, spearheaded an adopt-a-family toy and gift card drive that surprised two children in the city’s North End with personalized gifts and a visit from Santa Claus Monday. Here, participants line up for a photo at the rear of police headquarters in front of the van full of presents.Contributed photo / Jay BodellShow MoreShow Less
Middlesex United Way has 2 ways to help needy this holiday season
Kevin Wilhelm
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The Middlesex United Way Young Leaders Stuff-a-Cruiser holiday social and toy drive in Middletown gathered hundreds of gifts for local teens last year. The event will take place this year on Thursday and Friday.Contributed photo / Middlesex United WayShow MoreShow Less
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Kevin Wilhelm is president and CEO of the Middlesex United Way in Middletown.Contributed photo / Kevin WilhelmShow MoreShow Less
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MIDDLETOWN The holiday season is right around the corner, and with the holidays often come excited families and gifts. It is heartbreaking to think about how many families will go without this holiday season, but unfortunately, it is a sad reality in Middlesex County, only more amplified by the financial devastation created by the COVID-19 pandemic.