Above: Gottheimer congratulates “Sussex County Senior of the Year” Kenneth Augustin.

SUSSEX COUNTY — U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) celebrated Senior Day at the New Jersey State Fair and presented a flag flown over the United States Capitol to Sussex County’s “Senior of the Year,” Kenneth Augustin of Lafayette, honoring his service as a veteran and committed community volunteer.

Across the fairgrounds, Gottheimer also greeted families, thanked veterans and active duty service members, toured the 4-H livestock exhibits and met with youth leaders, visited with local veteran organizations, and stopped by the local Rotary food concessions. He also participated in the annual pull-up contest.

Gottheimer highlighted “Sussex County Senior of the Year” Kenneth Augustin’s dedicated and distinguished service to the United States and Sussex County. Kenneth, a 40-year Sussex County resident, served in the Vietnam War and has stayed involved with the veteran community via Newton’s Legion Post 86. He spent 40 years working as an engineer at Picatinny, helping ensure that America’s soldiers are effective on the battlefield. A committed volunteer, Kenneth visits patients, including veterans, at the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice with his service dog, Remi, served as Vice President of the Lafayette Preservation, and led the restoration of the historic Mabee House. Flags that he donated from his service now adorn both of Lafayette’s town welcome signs.

“There is no greater responsibility than the one we owe to those who have given so much to us. Sussex County seniors and volunteers make invaluable contributions to our North Jersey community, and I’m proud to be able to celebrate and honor Kenneth Augustin in particular. Kenneth has given so much of himself to help Sussex County residents feel pride in their community and their country, the greatest country in the world. He has had a tremendous impact on this region,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5). “The Sussex County Fair is one of my favorite New Jersey traditions and I’m glad to be able to visit with so many Fifth District residents and seniors.”

Below: Gottheimer visits the New Jersey State Fair, including the Sussex County Farm and Horse Show, at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.

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