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Middletown launches program to assist small businesses By MATTHEW SOCKOL Staff Writer

fficials in Middletown have launched a program that will provide financial assistance to small businesses in the municipality that have been affected by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. During a press conference on Oct. 15, officials announced the launch of the Middletown Economic Relief Program (MERP), which will offer up to $15,000 to eligible businesses in the township. The program’s funding, which is more than $400,000, was provided through the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act and seeks to help business operators who are facing a financial strain from the pandemic’s impact. Mayor Tony Perry, Monmouth County Freeholder Director Thomas Arnone and U.S. Congressman Chris Smith spoke at the event. Perry said he wanted to notify the community about MERP, which he described as a program that will give something back to the small businesses that support Middletown. “We understand the impact the coronavirus has had on small businesses. Think about everything small businesses give to us. They make Middletown a great community, a great place to live and raise a family, and we are here to help them,” the mayor said.

Arnone said Monmouth County has received $108 million in federal funding to deal with the pandemic’s financial impact and he credited municipalities such as Middletown for ensuring that the money will not go to waste. “We spend that money on great places like Middletown. Our ultimate goal is to partner with our municipalities. What better partner do we have than our biggest municipality? Middletown is the backbone of our success,” Arnone said. Smith described Middletown’s economic assistance program as true leadership and part of a bridge that will allow the community to return to a life that existed before the pandemic struck New Jersey in March and continues to this day. “There will be a point where the coronavirus becomes a difficult memory. This program is one of the reasons why we will get through it,” the congressman told those in attendance at the press conference. Perry said MERP has been created to help all eligible businesses in Middletown. “We are set to help our residents and businesses. We don’t care where you live or who you employ. We want you here in Middletown. We want you to use the $15,000. “The American Dream will live past this (pandemic) and businesses like you are why,” the mayor told the business operators who were present for the announcement of the initiative.

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Middletown Mayor Tony Perry speaks during a press conference to announce the launch of the Middletown Economic Relief Program.

Community raises $50,000 to benefit Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore

n a great show of support during the challenging COVID-19 health crisis, community members came together on Oct. 6 to raise more than $50,000 that will enable more young girls to thrive with Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. More than 80 golfers and supporters gathered at the Rumson Country Club for the annual Girl Scout Golf Classic charity event, presented by Investors Bank and OceanFirst Bank, according to a press release. Originally scheduled for June, the golf tournament was postponed due to the pan-

demic. But with safety measures in place, golfers enjoyed a round of golf, followed by an open air dinner reception to raise support for the area’s largest nonprofit organization devoted to girls, according to the press release. Forty local businesses and individuals also supported the event as sponsors, reflecting the “caring spirit” of the local community, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore CEO Eileen Higgins said. “It has been a difficult year for Girl Scouts and our entire community,” Higgins said. “We could not be more thank-

ful for the generosity of our sponsors and golfers. Their support will make it possible for more girls from all backgrounds to develop lifelong leadership skills through Girl Scouting.” Higgins said proceeds from the event will fund membership fees for girls whose families may be experiencing financial difficulties. Support will also underwrite development of new virtual and in-person leadership programs and activities to keep nearly 10,000 girls connected in the pandemic. “Now more than ever, Girl Scouts

need time together in safe environments to strengthen their overall well-being and to be supported in achieving their leadership goals,” Higgins said. Serving as event co-chairs were Nina Anuario, senior vice president at OceanFirst Bank and first vice chair of the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Board of Directors, and Victoria Magliacane, senior vice president at Investors Bank. Families interested in learning more about Girl Scout membership, financial assistance or programs may visit www.GSFun.org or call 800-785-2090.

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‘Joker’ turns from comedy to horror, writing latest thriller from home By JENNIFER AMATO Managing Editor

t may not be impossible to spot one of your favorite Tenderloins in the greater Princeton area. James S. “Murr” Murray, one of the stars of “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index” on truTV, moved to Princeton last fall with his fiancee. “[We’re] absolutely loving it,” Murr said. “My fiancée and I are huge fans of Witherspoon Grill. If it were up to us, we would be there every night. “Having lived in New York City my entire life, it’s been wonderful to get out, finally breathe fresh air, and hike and kayak in the area. “Staten Island was a great place to grow up – and that’s where I met my fellow Impractical Jokers – but Princeton is a great place to create our new life together and one day raise kids together.” Although Murr is best known for his comedic acts and stunts on the popular truTV practical joke show, he said he got his degree in writing from Georgetown University and always dreamed of becoming an author one day. “The success of ‘Impractical Jokers’ finally gave me the chance to start my alternate career as a novelist. Writing and improvisation are equally difficult, surprising and rewarding. But both represent my personality equally well. It’s all about affecting people in a fun, positive way through creativity of all kinds,” he said. Murr said he grew up reading and watching thrillers, “so it was kind of a natural progression for my writing to spring from that early interest.” He said he enjoys “The Meg” by Steve Alten, “The Andromeda Strain” by Michael Crichton, and is a personal fan of R.L. Stine and Brad Meltzer. They always say, “Write what you know” Murr said about delving into a career in horror writing. His newest thriller, “Don’t Move,” was released on Oct. 20 – after being written from his home in Princeton. He also recorded the audiobook from there.

Megan Forrester has barely survived the unthinkable. Six months ago, she witnessed a horrific accident that killed her husband and son, and lives with the guilt of knowing she could have done more to save them. Now, Megan hopes to mend the pieces of her broken spirit by attending a local church group’s annual camping trip. But the church group members — riddled with dark secrets of their own — make a catastrophic navigational mistake, leaving them stranded in an untouched canyon in the West Virginian national forest. Isolated from any chance of help or rescue, Megan and the others quickly realize why this side of the canyon has never been surveyed by mankind: it’s home to a terrifying prehistoric arachnid that patiently stalks its prey through even the slightest movement or vibration in the forest. And it’s desperate for a meal. Grief-stricken and haunted by her tragic loss, Megan now faces her ultimate test of endurance. Can she outwit a bloodthirsty creature hellbent on ensuring that no one gets out alive? When a single wrong turn can mean

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death, she only has one option: DON’T MOVE. “I’m lucky enough to work with a wonderfully charming and British co-author named Darren Wearmouth. We also happen to be very close friends so we’re constantly calling each other to talk about our favorite scary movies or whatever we’ve watched that week,” Murr said. “Both of our imaginations can run pretty wild, so we’ll start kicking around a few ideas. ‘Don’t Move’ was born out of one of those. It took us three months to write the entire book, which is a testament to just how well we work together. “Our earlier series, the ‘Awakened’ trilogy, is a much larger world of characters and combines hordes of bloodthirsty monsters and evil international conspiracies. ‘Don’t Move’ is one contained story. It’s much more like a classic, old school 1980s

slasher movie. It’s all action and tension. “And coming next year is another thriller – written right here in Princeton as well – called ‘The Stowaway,’ ” Murr said. His advice for anyone pursuing a career in writing or publishing, or comedy or acting, starts with: Never quit. “When the guys and I were first starting out, trying to get the show off the ground, the first network executive we met with said we weren’t ready for TV. “The next executive we met with told us were too old for TV, meaning we must have missed that sweet spot when we were absolutely perfect for TV. “Ten years later, we’re still going. The point is, don’t let anyone else limit or define your success. Always keep doing the things you love and one day, it will pay off,” Murr said. Through the challenge that is the COVID-19 pandemic, Murr said he is trying to cope as best as possible. “Well, just like everyone else, it’s been tough adjusting to this new world. We’ve found some comfort in raising money for charities and frontline workers who are out there keeping people healthy. Melyssa and I are lucky that we’ve had all this extra time for planning our wedding! “As for the Jokers, we’ve been filming a new TV show from home called ‘Impractical Jokers: Dinner Party.’ And we finally went back to work filming ‘Impractical Jokers’ as well. Thankfully, because I missed my friends dearly,” he said. Murray is a writer, executive producer and actor, best known as “Murr” on the hit television show Impractical Jokers along with his comedy troupe, The Tenderloins. He has worked as the senior vice president of development for NorthSouth Productions for over a decade and is the owner of Impractical Productions, LLC. He recently starred in “Impractical Jokers: The Movie,” and also appears alongside the rest of The Tenderloins, and Jameela Jamil, in the television series “The Misery Index” on TBS. Follow Murr on Twitter, https://twitter. com/jamessmurray or on Instagram, www. instagram.com/therealmurr/

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Area businessman facing additional theft charges related to jewelry sales

he owner of a Rumson jewelry store who was charged with theft in September is now facing additional charges after 11 additional individuals came forward to report being victimized. The additional individuals said the jeweler failed to return jewelry totaling about $300,000 that was left at his store on consignment, for redesign, or for repair, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced on Oct. 15. On Oct. 13, Anthony Goltsch, of Manchester Township, the owner of the Golden Goose jewelry store, 7 W. River Road, Rumson, was charged with another count of second degree theft by failure to make required disposition of property received, according to a press release from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. Goltsch is now charged with the theft of jewelry valued at approximately $560,000, according to the press release. According to Gramiccioni: • Victim 1 consigned a ring with an appraised value of $45,000 to Goltsch in April 2019. The individual has not received any payment for the ring and has attempted to get the ring back on numerous occasions, but Goltsch has not returned or

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paid the victim for the ring. • Victim 2 gave Goltsch a large quantity of sterling silver jewelry to melt in November 2015. The jewelry has an estimated value of between $5,000 and $10,000, but the individual has to date not received payment from Goltsch. • Victim 3 consigned a watch with an estimated value of $1,800 in July 2019. The individual has not received any payment for the watch and has attempted to get the watch back on numerous occasions, but Goltsch has not returned or paid for the watch. • Victim 4 paid Goltsch a deposit of $6,900 for a ring in June 2020. Goltsch did not deliver the ring, but the victim was able to reverse the charge on his credit card. • Victim 5 paid Goltsch $34,500 for a watch between March and June 2018. The watch was never delivered by Goltsch and he has refused to refund the money. • Victim 6 paid Goltsch a total of $98,704 between November 2019 and February 2020 for gold coins and silver coins. The individual has not received the coins despite numerous follow-ups with Goltsch. • Victim 7, who is a jewelry dealer, provided diamonds on at least eight occa-

sions to Goltsch to sell between April 2018 and June 2019. Despite numerous requests for payment or a return of the diamonds, Goltsch failed to pay or make a return. The total amount of the theft for this individual is $98,500. • Victim 8 in March 2019 gave earrings to Goltsch for repairs. Despite requests made to Goltsch, he has refused to return the items valued at between $700 and $1,000. • Victim 9 turned over to Goltsch in June 2019 assorted gold jewelry for melting. To date, the individual has not received payment for the gold jewelry that is valued at approximately $3,500. • Victim 10 gave Goltsch assorted jewelry valued at approximately $10,000 on consignment in September 2019. The individual followed up with Goltsch, but to date has not received payment for the assorted jewelry and Goltsch has refused to return the jewelry. • Victim 11 left her watch with Goltsch for repair in April 2019. The individual was charged $535 for the repair in August 2019. The individual has followed up numerous times, but has not received the watch back from Goltsch. The watch is

valued at approximately $5,000. A joint investigation by the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office and the Rumson Police Department initially uncovered three individuals who have failed to receive any payment from Goltsch or a return of the items involved, according to the press release. After the initial charge of second degree theft by failure to make required disposition of property received against Goltsch was reported, the 11 additional individuals stepped forward to detail how they had allegedly fallen victim to his crimes. A total of 14 victims have been identified and more could be forthcoming, according to the press release from Gramiccioni. Anyone with information regarding the Golden Goose is asked to contact Detective Michael Acquaviva of the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Financial Crimes Unit at 732-431-7160, ext. 2233, or Rumson Police Detective Donald Schneider at 732-842-0500. If convicted of the theft charge, Goltsch faces a sentence of five to 10 years in state prison on each count, according to the press release.

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lease from the medical center. His wish was for an online shopping spree; he wanted to get electronics of his own, including a brand new PlayStation, a new Mac laptop and a new iPhone. However, Niko knew he also wanted to take the opportunity to give something back to the hospital that took care of him during treatments, according to the press release. “I am positive our pediatric patients will love the new game console and large screen TV,” said Annamarie Cutroneo, vice president, Operations and Support

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The Monmouth Museum, Lincroft, has announced two exhibitions which will take place during the 2020-21 holiday season. The 42nd annual Juried Art Exhibition and the Member Miniatures show will be in the Main and Nilson galleries, respectively, from Nov. 13 through Jan. 3. An opening reception will be held from 3-6 p.m. Nov. 14. Reserve a space ahead of time at https://www.eventbrite. com/e/125176537393. Details: 732-2241988.

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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD To safeguard supporters, the Hackensack Meridian Bayshore Medical Center Foundation has moved its annual October fundraising event to a virtual format to be held on Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. In lieu of the planned, in-person Oktoberfest celebration, the foundation will host a program that donors can stream live to continue to raise necessary funds for Hackensack Meridian Bayshore Medical Center, Holmdel, that will address the growing health needs of the community. Funds raised will support the future Dr. Robert H. Harris Emergency Care Center, as well as the medical centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund, according to a press release. The Bayshore Oktoberfest Community

Celebration virtual event, chaired by Carol Stillwell and Mary Ann Larkin, will include updates from Hackensack Meridian Health leadership about the current Emergency Care Center project and inspirational videos and tributes toÂ health care heroes who continue to fight COVID-19 on the front lines, according to the press release. The Bayshore Oktoberfest Community Celebration virtual event will also feature a pumpkin decorating contest in which community submissions are welcome, as well as a culinary demonstration by a local chef. Qualifying sponsors and donors will also receive a pre-packaged chef kit with the opportunity to follow along with the demonstration on event day. To participate, visit HackensackMeridi-

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Form. The income limit for 2019 is now $91,505. Your local tax collector’s office should have the application form which comes in a blue booklet. The booklet is long, but the form itself is fairly straightforward and easy to fill out. The tricky part is that you also need to get a certification from the local tax collector’s office confirming you paid your 2018

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“We are excited to finally teach the people we serve in person, again,” said Alexis Spektor, the Adult Program Director at FRA. “This experience of going virtual taught us we were capable of changing the way we deliver services. However, while some thrive in the virtual classroom, others need the face-to-face interactions that are only found in a classroom setting.” For more information, visit www. frainc.org or call 732-747-5310.

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Look for wood ducks and other wildlife during leader-led nature walks in November in Monmouth County’s parks. An “Awesome Autum Amble” is scheduled for 10-11:30 a.m. Nov. 4 at Freneau Woods Park, 360 Monastery Lane, Aberdeen Township. Participants will meet in the Visitor Center. Explore the park’s trails with a Monmouth County Park System naturalist. The program is open to all ages; under 18 with adult. The “Awesome Autumn Amble” is free. For more information, call 732-8424000.

BULLETIN BOARD The Monmouth Museum, Lincroft, has announced two exhibitions which will take place during the 2020-21 holiday season. The 42nd annual Juried Art Exhibition and the Member Miniatures show will be in the Main and Nilson galleries, respectively, from Nov. 13 through Jan. 3. An opening reception will be held from 3-6 p.m. Nov. 14. Reserve a space ahead of time at https://www.eventbrite. com/e/125176537393 This event is free and open to the public. The Monmouth Museum is open by appointment Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 732-224-1988. Tickets are now on sale for the 21st annual Rutgers Jewish Film Festival, which will be presented entirely online from Nov. 8-22. The festival will feature discussions with filmmakers and special guests who will enrich and enhance the way the audience encounters the films. Tickets for individual films are $10. An all-access pass is available for $90. For ticket information, a speaker schedule and instructions about the new virtual format, visit BildnerCenter.Rutgers.edu/ film. Festival staff may be reached by email at rujff@sas.rutgers.edu

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40. Type of mountain goat 41. *Graveyard denizen 43. Heart of the matter 44. Tender spots 46. Bailing twine, e.g. 47. Icelandic epic 48. Boss 50. Greek muse’s strings 52. Up and down nod 53. “Beware the ____ of March” 55. One of seven, in eponymous 1995 film 57. *Dead one 61. *Jordan Peele’s scary 2017 film 64. Dodge 65. Freud’s concern 67. Pertaining to hours 69. *Funereal feeling 70. Swindle 71. Boredom 72. Adult elvers 73. Human digit 74. *What vampire does in a coffin

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onmouth County officials have announced the start of “The Show Must Go On in Monmouth,” a new initiative that has been created to support the arts. “Throughout this (coronavirus) pandemic, the county has done everything in our power to support our small businesses, including advocating for them to the state and creating the Monmouth County CARES Economic Assistance Grant Program,” Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone said. “Now we want to do everything

we can for our performing arts venues in Monmouth County.” Through “The Show Must Go On in Monmouth” initiative, the operators of performing arts venues in Monmouth County are going to be able to submit for reimbursement related to expenses they have, or will incur, in order to safely open their doors again to patrons, according to a press release from the county. Some examples of expenses eligible for reimbursement include masks; plexiglass; gloves;

sanitizer; touchless ticket scanners; temperature screening devices; signs; contactless credit card machines and time clocks; air purifiers; and disinfecting foggers. “The county will be reaching out directly to every performing arts venue to coordinate their submissions,” Arnone said. During an Oct. 22 press conference, Arnone also gave an update about the Monmouth County CARES Economic Assistance Grant Program. “We have now approved more than

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD In the spirit of the season, Center Players Dessert Theater will continue its online programming with readings of scary stories by Edgar Allan Poe, streaming Oct. 30 at 8 p.m., and rebroadcast on Nov. 1 at 3 p.m. This free storytelling event is appropriate for ages 10 and up and will feature some of Poe’s most famous works, including “The Raven,” “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Masque of Red Death,” according to a press release. Registration via email is required to access this event. Oct. 30 performance: https://us02web. zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ENKkbCEcTgGsUqhU4mdlkQ Nov. 1 performance: https://us02web. zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CvJGZDvASd-4FO4STcq5RA Registration information can also be found at www.centerplayers.org. While the event is free, donations are appreciated and accepted on the website as well. This winter go on a Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt, discover Mommy & Me Yoga, and bundle up for an Evening Night Hike with the Monmouth County Park System.

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2,000 applications and dispersed more than $17 million,” he said. “We still have nearly $3 million available, so we are urging small business owners to submit an application. The application is relatively simple and all you need is your tax return w to get started.” Small business owners can go to www. i MonmouthCountyCares.com or call 732- J 375-2196, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. F to 5 p.m., for additional information. t i s c

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Services by November 1, 2020 for their review and certification and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Township of Middletown Sewerage Authority that the Approved 2021 budget attached: is hereby authorized to be

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Please be further advised that due to the current Public Health Emergency, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-8(b) and the provisions of P.L. 2020, c.11 and N.J.A.C. 5:39-1.1. et seq., the Holmdel Board of Education will also make attendance at this meeting available to Board members and the public by remote means.

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Details for how to access the meeting remotely will be posted on the District website at www.holmdelschools.org. Those members of the public who do not physically attend the meeting may observe it and participate in public comment via Zoom or such other streaming platform as the Board may determine to use. There will also be instructions on the website for listening to the meeting and submitting public comment by telephone. Public comments by those not attending in person or via the internet platform may also be directed by email to Board President Vicky Flynn at vflynn@holmdelschools.org. In order to be considered for public reading, emailed comments must specify in the subject matter heading either “First Public Comment” or “Second Public Comment” and the date of the Board meeting for which they are submitted. The first public comment is for agenda action items only, and the email subject line for these comments must also specify the agenda item(s) for which the first public comments are submitted. The second public comment is for any other matters. Written public comments may also be mailed to the District at the address indicated above, and must include the same information specified above, at the beginning of the comments. ALL written submissions must also contain the full name and address of the sender. Written comments, whether by email or ordinary mail, MUST be received no later than 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting in order to be read. Written submissions which do not comply with all of the above requirements will not be read aloud during the public comment portions of the meeting. Sincerely, Michael R. Petrizzo, CPA Business Administrator/Board Secretary C: Dr. Leroy Seitz, Interim Superintendent of Schools Paul Green, Esq., Board Attorney Independent 10/28/2020 Fee: $71.28 Affidavit: $20.00

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response to the coronavirus pandemic, according to the press release. “One of our main goals was to provide convenient, flexible and safe child care options, and academic support for working parents in our community,” President and CEO Laurie Goganzer was quoted as saying in the press release. The Y Academy is now available at five YMCA facilities in the region: the Freehold Family YMCA, the Freehold Borough YMCA Community Center, the Old Bridge Family YMCA, the YMCA Children’s Achievement Center in Matawan and the Red Bank Family YMCA. In Red Bank, there are more than 60 children enrolled in the Y Academy. Children attend two or three days a week for a full day or a half-day. The children log in to their virtual classes from a personal device and receive help with schoolwork from YMCA staff and volunteers, according to the press release. The Y offers non-contact activities like yoga and STEAM challenges (science, technology, engineering, arts and math), and the children get to spend time outdoors. They also take part in mindfulness activities. The Y is following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health department guidelines during the pandemic, said Stacey Lastella, vice president of Child Achievement. Children and staff members wear masks, health screenings take place at drop-off, and children and parents are temperature checked, she noted. In addition to the Y Academy, the Y provides before- and after-school care in 15 Monmouth County school districts, and full-day kindergarten and full-time child care in Freehold and Matawan to support local families. Sliding scale financial assistance is available for all programs based on need, according to the press release. “The Y Academy is another commitment to supporting families and children in the greater Monmouth County community,” Goganzer said. Goganzer said community volunteers are welcome to lend a hand at the Y Academy as part of the nonprofit organization’s Togetherhood volunteer initiative. “It’s a great way to come together as a community to support families and children though this new norm,” she said. For information about the Y Academy and other YMCA programs, visit www. ymcanj.org Individuals who are interested in volunteering at a Y Academy may contact Stacey Lastella at slastella@ymcanj.org

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