NORTHFIELD — This week marks 16 years since the death of Nelson Albano’s son, Michael, who was killed by a drunken driver at age 19. This year is also the first year since Michael’s death that Albano, 63, of Vineland, has been able to put up a Christmas tree with his family in the years … Read more
Gail Rosenthal may be publicly known for her Linwood Central Square shop, Joelle’s, but her support of the HERO Campaign is a personal one. “When I was 21, I traveled to New Hampshire on a ski trip, and was struck by a drunk driver. I had been driving up a two lane mountain road when … Read more
MAYS LANDING — Sometimes a message resonates more with young people when it comes from their friends. That is the hope of the HERO Campaign’s new student initiative, the HERO Video Network. “We’re so excited about this one,” said Christine D’Alessandro, media coordinator for the HERO Campaign. “This is an exciting turn where we’re focusing … Read more
(Hundreds of supporters join together for the 7th Annual John R. Elliott Hero Walk Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017 at the Ocean City Sports & Civic Center.) OCEAN CITY, N.J. – In a demonstration of their unyielding dedication to the cause of ending drunk driving, hundreds of rain soaked supporters turned out Sunday to take part … Read more
Somers Point, N.J. – The John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers will hold its 7th Annual HERO Walk to prevent drunk driving at 6th Street and the Boardwalk on Sunday, October 29. For the first time, the event will include a competitive 5k run with prizes for men and women at various age … Read more
Galloway, N.J. (September 15, 2017) – After a summer of waiting to hear who would win Best Tasting HEROtini Drink, Best HERO Establishment, Best HERO Bartender and Best Herotini Drink Name, over 200 people eagerly awaited the HEROtini Mocktail Challenge results at the HEROtini Happening event on September 14 at the Stockton Seaview Resort in … Read more
Every day, 28 people in the United States die in motor vehicle crashes that involve a driver who is under the influence of alcohol. Think of how many lives are affected, not only from death but the pain of the families who have lost someone, the guilt of a driver at-fault, there is so much hurt. The HEROtini … Read more
This area is accustomed to competitions. From battles of the band and best burgers to pet pageants and Miss America, you can always find some kind of matchup to cast your vote for. The latest competition? Mocktails — aka, non-alcoholic beverages. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the John Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers … Read more
Atlantic City, N.J. – From Memorial Day to Labor Day, more than 250,000 votes were cast in the inaugural Great HEROtini Mocktail Challenge, created by the John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers. Thirty-three popular bars and restaurants in Atlantic and Cape May counties spent all summer competing to prove who makes the best … Read more
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — A random screening process by the Police Department landed a driver from Virginia in an impaired-driving checkpoint at Harbor Square Shopping Center as he and his passengers were out for a drive Friday night. “I wanted to thank you for making a choice not to drive drunk tonight,” Elliott told the … Read more
