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Eagle Scout project aims to link families to local resources at upcoming fair in Hackettstown

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (Warren County) — A Community Resource Fair will be held Saturday, Oct. 4, from noon to 3 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 213 Main St., Hackettstown, offering local families and individuals an opportunity to connect with essential services and programs.

The fair is being organized by Victoria Johnston, a Life Scout with Troop 336 in Long Valley, as part of her Eagle Scout project in collaboration with the Lord’s Pantry of Hackettstown.

“With this fair, I am aiming to support families and individuals by connecting them with comprehensive local assistance and empower people of all backgrounds to succeed,” Johnston said.

Resource organizations from across Northwest New Jersey will host booths at the event, providing information and direct connections to services in housing, financial stability, legal aid, education, health, and more.

The event is free to attend and will also feature family-friendly activities including face painting, food, games, raffles, resource tables, arts and crafts.

Jay Edwards

Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender, voice-over artist, traffic reporter (award winning), NY Yankee maintenance crewmember and peanut farm worker. His hobbies include mountain climbing, snowmobiling, cooking, performing stand-up comedy and he is an avid squirrel watcher. Jay has been a guest on America’s Morning Headquarters,program on The Weather Channel, and was interviewed by Sam Champion.

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