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Stafford PD Plays With Kids At Annual Event
Children enjoyed outdoor fun with the Stafford Police Department at the annual Cops and Kids program.
MANAHAWKIN, N.J. — Thursday was a beautiful day for cops and kids alike. Stafford police officers enjoyed outdoor fun with with children at the annual Cops and Kids program, hosted by Stafford PD and Walters at Stafford Park Apartments.
Officers and about 30 kids threw footballs, swung baseball bats, played kickball and jumped rope, among other games. The program helps foster relationships between young residents and officers, according to Jennifer Pampalone, social services coordinator for Walters. Walters is the developer, owner and manager of Stafford Park Apartments.
“I know the children (and adults) look forward to this event each year. The children’s smiles and looks of amazement and pride tell the whole story,” Pampalone said in a statement.
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