HALEDON — Bruce Baumgartner, the heavyweight wrestling star and Olympic gold medalist, will return to his hometown for a charity dinner to raise money for upgrades to the recreation center.

The banquet on Aug. 15 was organized by coach David Heitman and the Falcons wrestling team of Manchester Regional High School , Baumgartner’s alma mater.

Heitman said the fundraiser is not only a reception for the Olympic hero, but a chance for the public to invest in the future of the sport in Haledon.

Some proceeds will help to establish a youth wrestling program here.

Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way and several surprise guests are expected to join at least 200 people at the event, which will be catered by Lotito’s Deli & Bakery of Ramsey. The fundraiser will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the recreation center,

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