Run for Rich to benefit stricken father

Byram - Rich Fritzky, long time Byram resident and father of 12, was stricken in early October 2005 with a very rare form of meningitis. He has been in the hospital and rehab centers since October and has been struggling with the devastating effects of the disease, including multiple amputations and catastrophic medical expenses. Fritzky is ready to come home, but before he can, extensive renovations are needed to the family’s home to accommodate his needs. To help defray the cost, Fritzky’s friends and the Bears Running Club are sponsoring a Run for Rich 5K fundraiser. The race will be run at 6:30 p.m. on July 21 in Swartswood State Park in Newton with registration beginning at 5:30. A one-half mile fun run will follow at 7 p.m. For information, visit www.fritzky.com. To register online, visit www.active.com. The race hotline is 973-383-7933.