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‘The Christmas they deserve’

‘12 Days...’ program grants wishes of military families

Army veteran Joseph Rodeghero of Morris and his family have had a tough year due to a spinal injury he sustained while in the service.

Although he received corrective surgery this year and has recovered well, he could not work for several months, leaving the family to live on a very tight budget that did not allow for spending on Christmas gifts.

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