Dog Left In Hot Car By Owner, Police Say: Around Long Valley

LONG VALLEY, NJ — Patch reviews some of this past week's top stories around Long Valley.

A Summer Picnic In The Park Planned For Long Valley Senior Citizens

It's picnic season! And what a great way to cap off the summer with great entertainment and a traditional catered picnic for all Washington Township senior citizens. Seniors are invited to a live musical journey with Joe Gilligan at Rock Spring Park. Joey will perform his "Dino to Doo Wop" show, which will include songs and stories about Dean Martin, Perry Cuomo, Pat Boone, Johnny Mathis, Elvis Presley and others.

Dog Left In Hot Car By Owner In Washington Township, Police Say

A Washington Township Humane Law Enforcement Officer arrested a man after they said he left his dog in a parked hot car on Tuesday, June 28. The Hardwick man, who had not been identified publicly as of Tuesday afternoon, was charged with leaving his dog Rosco inside his vehicle with no air conditioning and the windows rolled up. According to the Washington Township Police Department, the temperature outside was above 80 degrees.

Rescue Drills, Training Issued By Long Valley First Aid Squad

Various members of the Long Valley First Aid Squad completed rescue training and drills throughout the month of June to better prepare themselves for future endeavors. Six Long Valley First Aid Squad Rescue Services members completed high-angle rope rescue operations training at the Hunterdon County Emergency Services Training Center to kick off the month of drills.

Residents Asked To Participate In State Health Survey In Long Valley

Officials in Washington Township are encouraging residents to pick up the phone when The New Jersey Department of Health calls and to participate in the New Jersey Behavioral Risk Factor Survey, an ongoing anonymous telephone survey sponsored by the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control. New Jersey has been collecting population-based data on residents' health-related behaviors, chronic health conditions, and use of preventive services since 1991, according to the Department of Health.

Free Medicare Savings Workshop Offered To Long Valley Residents

For those who are new to Medicare or want to learn more about it, the Washington Township Recreation Department is hosting a free Medicare workshop. Trained benefit specialists will be on hand to answer your questions and discuss the decisions you'll need to make, such as the fundamentals of Medicare coverage, private health and drug coverage options, and public benefits that can help with health care costs.

Online Sex Extortion Targets Minors, Morris Co. Warns Parents

As technology becomes more prevalent in everyday life, online sexual extortion of minors is on the rise, and the Morris County Prosecutor's Office wants to remind parents of online safety precautions they and their children should take to stay safe. Morris County officials are committed to educating the general public about the risks and potential hazards associated with child sexual abuse material and child pornography, as well as children's misuse of technology.

Rise In Drownings Lead To Calls For Water Safety In Morris County
Morris County officials from various agencies stood shoulder to shoulder Friday afternoon at Lake Hopatcong to urge the public to heed warnings about the dangers of unsafe boating and swimming practices. More people are venturing outside to enjoy the nice weather and water activities in New Jersey. However, having fun in the water can be dangerous if safety precautions are not taken.

Child Pornography Possession Charge Filed Against Morris Co. Man
A Morris County man faces charges of possessing and distributing child pornography after his arrest this week, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Bryan Wesselius, 45, of Whippany, has been charged by complaint with one count of distribution of child pornography and one count of possession of child pornography, Sellinger said.