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Calogero steps down from council By CHARLES DAYE Staff Writer
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Deerwood Park on Lakewood-Allenwood Road. The ordinance proposes using taxpayer funds in an amount not to exceed $15,000 to acquire a right of way that abuts the road so the right of way is not encumbered as Green Acres property, making it easier to perform work at that location in the future if needed. The third proposed ordinance amends a 2019 ordinance which authorized the acquisition of 13.5 acres on Preventorium Road (the Berger-Wind property). The ordinance proposes using taxpayer funds in an amount not to exceed $10,000 to acquire a right of way that abuts the road so the right of way is not encumbered as Green Acres property, making it easier to
arry Calogero will resign from the Township Council in Jackson, effective today, May 13. He announced his departure from the governing body during a special meeting on May 5. Calogero, who works as the state executive director for U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency in New Jersey, said his job has been fulfilling, but he knew it would impact his future in politics. “When I took Barry Calogero the (USDA) position in 2017, shortly after being re-elected to the Township Council, I knew I would need to balance the political role of an elected official with the nonpartisan role of a federal employee. I also knew then that a political future beyond this term in office would be impossible,” he said. Calogero said he is also living with Parkinson’s disease, which is a brain disorder that leads to shaking, stiffness and difficulty with walking, balance and coordination. “Serving as a councilman has also become more and more difficult as I struggle with the effects of having Parkinson’s disease during the past several years. “When I add my time as a councilman to my seven years volunteering on the Zoning Board of Adjustment, I have spent nearly 15 years of public service to this great town,” he said. “This decision is not a sudden one. I have been pondering it for several months, however, after much discussion with my
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Work has been completed on a new satellite transportation facility which Jackson School District administrators have said will be a boost for the transportation staff. The building is at Jackson Liberty High School, North Hope Chapel Road, Jackson.
Howell council will take action on open space parcels By CHARLES DAYE Staff Writer
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he Howell Township Council has introduced four ordinances that deal with open space parcels in the municipality. A public hearing on each ordinance will be held on May 19 and council members may adopt the ordinances at that time. Mayor Theresa Berger, Deputy Mayor Evelyn O’Donnell, Councilman John Bonevich, Councilwoman Pamela Richmond and Councilman Thomas Russo voted “yes” on motions to introduce the ordinances during a meeting on May 5. The first ordinance authorizes the acquisition of land from the Monmouth Conservation Foundation for open space preservation. The 30-acre vacant parcel on
West Farms Road is known as the United Talmudical Academy Torah Vey property. “Mayor Berger, this property has been on your radar since 2017. This parcel was one of (numerous proposed) affordable housing sites. This (purchase) is a huge accomplishment. This property was supposed to include 140 units, high density,” Bonevich said. The cost of the United Talmudical Academy Torah Vey property is $1.14 million. According to the ordinance, municipal officials will pay for the purchase with open space funds, any available grant money and taxpayer funds in an amount not to exceed $10,000. The second proposed ordinance amends a 2019 ordinance which authorized the acquisition of 10 acres adjacent to
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Berger, Brennan will square off in race for mayor of Howell By CHARLES DAYE Staff Writer
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emocrat Theresa Berger will seek a second four-year term as Howell’s mayor and will be challenged by Republican Suzanne M. Brennan, a former member of the Howell K-8 School District Board of Education. The 2020 general election will be held on Nov. 3. Berger will be joined on the Democratic ticket by Township Council candidate Andre de Garmeaux. Brennan will be joined on the Republican ticket by Evelyn O’Donnell, who is a member of the Township Council and is serving as deputy mayor in 2020. The council term is also a four-year seat. The council candidates will be profiled in an article in the May 20 issue. Brennan, an attorney, previously held an appointment as Howell’s municipal court public defender. She is the mother of three children and a 23-year resident of the township. She was elected twice to the Howell K-8 school board. She is currently serving as a Brookdale Community College trustee. “I am honored to be running for mayor because I sincerely respect the significance of the mayor’s role in our community. I believe my experiences as a mom, as a volunteer and as a professional provide me with a unique, multifaceted perspective of what it takes to lead our township. “The knowledge I have gained and the skills I have developed have prepared me for what I believe is one of the most important positions in our community. “Now more than ever, we need engaged leadership. We need thoughtful collabora-
tion, courage to make decisions and a commitment to taking action to ensure Howell will continue to thrive. “I look forward to the campaign and the opportunity to share my vision for advancing the township while maintaining the traditions that make it such a special place to live,” Brennan said. Berger was elected mayor in 2016 and became the first Democrat to serve on Howell’s governing body in 16 years when she took office in January 2017. In Howell’s form of government, the mayor is directly elected by voters, but is a member of the five-person Township Council. The mayor runs the council meetings. Berger said that during her first term as mayor, she has worked “to help create a path for a better fiscal future. For the first two years, I stood strong as one vote against four to ensure the introduced budget was decreased before final passage.” She said she is proud of her involvement in Howell’s affordable housing settlement. “When I came into office, Howell was faced with 16 affordable housing projects and an obligation to build 1,368 units. Projects were getting passed with little to no transparency. “I insisted on (holding) public meetings for north and south Howell where residents were brought up to date and were given the opportunity to express their concerns and ask questions. “By listening to this information, a plan was agreed upon which brought our (affordable housing) obligation down to 895 units. Are there some things I would have changed if I could? Yes, but at the end of
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the day I feel I represented the residents and included them in a process they otherwise were left out of,” Berger said. “There are many things I am proud of, but I would be remiss without including my support for Chief (Andrew) Kudrick and our police department. During the years before I was mayor, our police department staffing was being decreased as the town was increasing building. “Since becoming mayor, I have fully supported and fought to build our police department back to numbers that are recommended by the chief to keep our town and our officers safe,” she said. Berger said she is running for reelection to continue on a path of smart,
planned, sustainable development, reining in the municipal budget and keeping Howell safe for future generations. “There are many projects we have been working on that will reduce the number of rooftops and restore our parks. I want to see them through to completion and continue the process of revitalizing Howell. “I am committed to continue increasing our open space to assure our town’s character remains intact. I want to continue to grow Howell’s economy by supporting the business community. All of these plans are particularly important in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. At this time leadership is imperative to protect lives and to protect our livelihoods,” Berger said.
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ore federal funding to combat opioid addiction and other addictions in Monmouth and Ocean counties has been announced by Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ). “This grant funding comes at a crucial time for people who are recovering from addictions or facing mental illness in the Ocean County and Monmouth County areas,” Smith said. “The isolation that can come with social distancing, quarantining and the closing of many mental health services offices caused by the COVID-19 outbreak can fur-
ther jeopardize their recovery. “There is grave concern that substance abuse can increase during a pandemic and these funds will enable local mental health organizations to reach out in alternate ways and help people,” he said. A $2 million Mental Health and Substance Abuse Service (MHSAS) grant was awarded to Eatontown-based CPC Behavioral Heathcare on April 27, according to a press release from Smith’s office. “CPC Behavioral Healthcare is grateful to be recognized … for our work in delivering integrated substance use and
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mental health services to the individuals we serve,” said Vera Sansone, president and CEO of CPC Behavioral Healthcare, which will use the grant to pay for its expanded services through April 2022. “This new grant funding will allow us to continue our expansion of … services in western Monmouth County and northern Ocean County. We thank Congressman Smith for his tireless and ongoing support of these vital behavioral health services in our communities,” Sansone said. The funding follows a $200,000 MHSAS grant that was awarded to CFC Loud
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his should be the weekend that I’m writing about Black Widow and the glorious summer movie season that lies ahead of us, but alas COVID-19 had other plans for us all. Never fear, Disney+ has our collective back and is giving us a summer movie season kickoff we can enjoy in our homes with the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker to subscribers beginning May 4. The latest installment in the Skywalker saga joins the other eight films already available on the streaming platform, creating a unique opportunity to have an incredible marathon to virtually celebrate the franchise in your home on the Star Wars “holiday” that was created by fans as an homage to the classic line “May the Force be with you.”
Many fans already own their own copy of this film — it’s been available to purchase via Blu-ray and digital copy for a few weeks — but for those who don’t, this release marks another defining characteristic of the streaming service and may be the carrot to entice new subscribers to make the leap. I quite liked this film as a conclusion to the Skywalker saga. It is nowhere near perfect, nor is it the best in the universe; it probably falls somewhere in the middle of the pack, but it is satisfying. Seeing most of the old characters adding their signature touches one last time just felt right. From the scenes involving our last moments with the late Carrie Fisher as Leia to last appearances from Luke (Mark Hamill) to Lando (Billy Dee Williams) and everyone in between, director J.J. Abrams gives us the chance to see our heroes,
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Oscar Isaac, John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, and Joonas Suotamo in Star Wars: Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker (2019).
even if for a brief glimpse, one last time. But the star is still Rey (Daisy Ridley). She has owned the final three installments of the franchise alongside her companions Poe (Oscar Isaac) and Finn (John Boyega). And don’t forget the droids, from BB-8 to C-3PO to R2-D2; they will chat and squeak and squawk their way to be of assistance, in any possible way. I have concerns over some aspects of this final film in the saga, as do many fans. The Rise of Skywalker revises history in parts of the story, but I continue to smile. These nine films have been part of my world for virtually my entire life. To see my teenage daughter looking up to Rey and being as invested in the franchise as any fan is wholly satisfying. We may never see a franchise that lasts this long and is this revered. Its positive messaging and themes will be discussed with multiple generations for more years than I can count. We may never really know “Who shot first?” or the other burning questions that exist from the franchise, but we will live every year exclaiming “May the 4th be with you!” and this year we’ll all be enjoying the entire series for the first time thanks to Disney+. Paul’s Grade: B Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Rated PG-13 Stars: Daisy Ridley, Oscar Isaac, John Boyega, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher Director: J.J. Abrams
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Remembering Kirk Douglas, His Legacy In Film With a career that spanned seven decades, the steely-eyed star commanded the screen. By John Hogan, ReMIND Magazine Spartacus (1960) Stanley Kubrick’s Academy Awardwinning Roman gladiator swords-and-sandals epic is perhaps Kirk Douglas’ most famous role, which is fitting since this is a story for — and of — the ages. Douglas was all sinew and constrained rage as the leader of a mass slave rebellion in ancient Rome. His insurrection inspires his fellow slaves to fight back, which in turn leads to some of the most thrilling and visually arresting fight scenes ever created by the golden age of Hollywood. Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957) Douglas as Doc Holliday opposite Burt Lancaster’s Wyatt Earp, with a screenplay
by Leon Uris? That’s a sure shot for a successful Western. As the two friends and their gang face off against the ClantonMcLowery gang in that Tombstone, Ariz., vacant lot, cinematic history was made.
Ace in the Hole (1951) Douglas excelled at playing characters who were morally complex — and even downright scoundrels. In this dark drama from writer/director Billy Wilder, Douglas is reporter Chuck Tatum, who amplifies a tragedy for his personal gain. How it all plays out is twisted and sad, but with Douglas at the helm, the cynical story’s impact hits home.
Lust for Life (1956) Douglas scored his third (and, sadly, final) Oscar nomination — he lost to Yul Brynner in The King and I — for his riveting portrayal of Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh. Vincente Minnelli directed the drama, which also starred Anthony Quinn as fellow artist Paul Gauguin. Douglas craftily displays versatility and gravitas as van Gogh faces crippling depression that threatens to prevent him from realizing his creative potential. Lonely Are the Brave (1962) Douglas once said that he considered this his best movie, and he may have been right. It’s a tribute to rugged individualism and an allegory for a changing America —
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and American dream — all told beautifully through the eyes of rebellious cowboy John Burns (Douglas). Champion (1949) Douglas’ first Oscar nomination came for his searingly good performance as rags-to-riches boxer “Midge” Kelly, a prizefighter who goes from having literally nothing to having it all but loses sight of who he truly is along the way. Seven Days in May (1964) Sublimely terrifying, this Cold War thriller — screenplay by The Twilight Zone‘s Rod Serling, based on a bestselling novel — stars Douglas as Col. “Jiggs” Casey, who uncovers a plot to overthrow the American president. Making the plan even more disturbing: The coup d’état is planned by the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (Burt Lancaster).
Paths of Glory (1957) Challenging and often controversial, Paths of Glory, directed by Stanley Kubrick, made a bold antiwar statement. Douglas stars as Col. Dax, who leads a troop of French soldiers in World War I. After a failed battle in which his soldiers refused to fight in what would be certain suicide, some of Dax’s men are put on trial, and Dax acts as their lawyer. The morally complex character of Dax offered Douglas an opportunity to show off his nuanced skills, particularly during his closing arguments, a plaintive appeal to spare the lives of his former soldiers.
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954) Douglas took to the high seas as sailor Ned Land in this beloved adaptation of Jules Verne’s tale of Capt. Nemo (James Mason) and his submarine, the Nautilus. Filmed in CinemaScope and glorious color, the sci-fi flick may have originally been intended for kids, but the unprecedented adventure, with Douglas’ heroic character ably saving the day, was embraced by fans of all ages. The Strange Love of Martha Ivers (1946) Here is where the star was born. But it took a lucky break — no less than Lauren Bacall helped Douglas win his film debut role in this noir drama. She recommended producer Hal B. Wallis go see the play Douglas was in, which led to the former Broadway actor getting his big break as the alcoholic, sappy husband of the titular heroine (Barbara Stanwyck). Critics immediately took notice, and so did the world.
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irl Scouts of the Jersey Shore has donated more than 50,000 boxes of Girl Scout cookies to employees on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic and is asking members of the community to help share the love. “COVID-19 may have halted annual spring cookie booth sales, but it can’t stop Girl Scouts from their mission of giving back to the community,” said Eileen Higgins, chief executive officer of Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, which is based in Howell and serves 10,000 girls across Monmouth and Ocean counties. Soon after the health crisis erupted, Girl Scouts began asking their families, neighbors and friends to purchase their inventory of cookies to donate to essential workers, according to a press release. The Girl Scouts’ deliveries of cookies and notes of thanks brought comfort and joy to hundreds of hospital employees and first responders throughout central New Jersey, according to the press release. To support the girls’ efforts and to reach even more community heroes, the council recently launched the Girl Scout Cookie Relief Fund, Higgins said. Area residents and business operators are invited to donate to the fund, enabling Girl Scouts to continue delivering cookies to essential workers and volunteers, and at the same time draw down their inventory of cookies, according to the press release. “Donors can think of their gift as a ‘thank you’ to our selfless front-line workers and volunteers and feel good knowing they are supporting the goals of 10,000 girls wanting to make a community impact. The Girl Scout cookie program teaches girls how to be entrepreneurs and funds their community projects and leadership experiences,” Higgins said. When Dr. Stephen Chagares of Shrewsbury heard about the challenge facing Girl Scouts, he joined their campaign with a donation, according to the press release. He also helped to deliver more than 400 boxes of cookies to employees working in the emergency room and intensive care units at Hackensack Meridian’s Monmouth and Riverview medical centers in Long Branch and Red Bank, respectively, and at medical sites that are providing COVID-19 testing. “Dr. Chagares came into the ICU on Easter with Girl Scout cookies and a smile,” said Lori DeMarco, a cardiac monitor tech in the ICU at Riverview Medical Center. “We appreciated the gesture, especially on a holiday, as we were taking care of patients and away from our families,” DeMarco said. “His energy and the Girl Scout
cookies gave us all a much-needed smile and lifted our spirits. And who doesn’t love a Girl Scout Cookie?” Members at the Deal Golf and Country Club also pitched in to support the Girl Scout Cookie Relief Fund by making a donation to buy out the cookie inventory of two troops and asking the girls to donate them locally, according to the press release. The girls chose to donate the cookies to front-line workers at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune, and to fire
and police departments in Deal. “This was a great solution all around,” Higgins said. “The girls successfully completed their cookie season and were so happy to share kindness with hospital heroes and Deal’s first responders, all thanks to the kindness of members from the Deal Golf and Country Club.” So far, cookie deliveries have been made to a dozen hospitals in mostly central New Jersey, and to scores of first responders, as well as to volunteers at area food
banks, according to the press release. “We are proud of our Girl Scout troops for all they have done to bring bites of joy to essential workers and volunteers, and truly grateful to all who have generously supported their efforts,” Higgins said. The council’s goal is to donate an additional 100,000 boxes of Girl Scout cookies to essential employees and volunteers. Anyone interested in supporting the Girl Scout Cookie Relief Fund can visit GSFun. org/CookieRelief
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erhaps in these trying times that surround us, harkening back to a bit of old school “Americana” will be good for our souls right now. For me, nothing speaks to the soul of my American consciousness more than spotting one of those old Chevy, Ford or Dodge pickup trucks with a “For Sale” on it by the side of the road. It’s usually a step above a rotted barn find, probably runs, but its going to need some work. And, for any us Peter Perrotta who have driven across many states – when that was possible – you know that the automotive landscape changes quite drastically when you get south of Maryland and west of Reading, Pennsylvania. All of a sudden, it seems like everyone has an American pickup truck – usually a Dodge Ram, Chevy Silverado or a Ford F-150. “Where I come from, your truck is a reflection of who you are,” says A&E reality TV star Jase Robertson, an accomplished hunter and fisherman from West Monroe, Louisiana. Of the pickup offerings from the big three American automakers, currently the Dodge Ram 1500 pickup seems to be currying the most favor among the respected auto review critics. With that in mind, I recently road tested the popular 2020 Dodge Ram 1500 Rebel Crew Cab 4 X 4 pickup truck to see what all the fuss was about. Now mind you, while this truck is more than capable of doing some heavy lifting and creative off-roading, this is not your typical barn find or work truck. It’s far too luxurious and way too expensive to be limited to just dirty work. The Ram 1500 Rebel I tested has a base price of $47,990. However, it was loaded with $21,620 in glitzy options. When you add in the $1,695 for destination and delivery, the MSRP sticker price registered at $71,305. Now folks, that’s a lot of cabbage to be paying for a pickup truck. At that price, you want to make sure if you do take it offroading you sure as heck don’t end up upside down in a Pinelands sand ditch. When you go shopping for your pickup truck, it can get a bit confusing. Each model is offered in a number of different trims with
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crew cab or extended cab body styles and several different engines and bed sizes. So, it’s a good idea to do your homework beforehand. Base prices for the Ram 1500 range anywhere from $32,950 for the entry level Tradesman to $55,110 for the top-of-the-line Limited. Other models offered include the Big Horn (base price $38,035), and the Laramie ($41,735). The Ram 1500 is offered in rear wheel and 4WD and has three available engines: 3.0 liter V6 turbo diesel (260 HP); 3.6 liter V6 (305 HP) and the 5.7 liter V8 (395 HP). My tester was a 4WD Crew Cab that was powered by the first time offered 3.0 liter V6 turbo diesel, coupled with an 8 speed automatic transmission. While the new turbo diesel was miserly on gas – 24 mpg overall with 29 on the highway and 21 in city driving – I found it to be a wee bit underpowered at times. This vehicle is massive. It has an overall length of 233 inches, weighs 5,355 pounds and has a towing capacity of 11,340 pounds. The options included: $4,995 for the 3.0 liter turbo diesel engine; $3,000 for the level 2 equipment group that includes heated seats and steering wheel, parking sensors, power adjustable pedals and more; $2,995 for the Rebel package that includes, 8- and 12-way power seats, a Wi-Fi hot spot, a 19-speaker Harmon Kardon premium sound system,
a 12-inch touch screen with navigation ; $1,805 for the air suspension; $1,495 for a dual pane panoramic sun roof. The truck, which is ruggedly attractive and looks like its ready to rumble at any minute, is also outfitted with a Black Appearance Package that includes a black front bumper with black back plate, a black RAM front grille badge and oversized 18-inch gloss black wheels. My tester had a Diamond Black Crystal Pearl exterior and luxury trimmed black leather seats. Simply put, this truck is quite attractive. It makes you want to just jump in and take off. Overall, I was extremely impressed with this truck. It is loaded with luxurious creature comforts inside and has a very comfortable ride and almost noiseless cabin. Almost every auto critic who reviews the Ram 1500 mentions that this truck comes standard with a rear coil spring suspension that is head and shoulders about the leaf spring rear suspensions offered up by Ford and Chevy. I totally agree. Moreover, my tester added the air suspension as an option which made the truck even more comfortable to drive. Inside the cabin is very roomy, both upfront and in the rear. The interior accoutrements and ergonomics are spot on. Dodge’s Uconnect infotainment system is one of the easiest to operate and is extremely intuitive.
It is very easy to sync up your phone, connect your iPod and enter a navigation destination – a task that is not as easy in some other models these days. Moreover, the upgraded Harmon Kardon 19-speaker audio system is an audiophile’s dream. It is capable of producing ear splitting concert quality surround sound. A few other neat features of this truck which should be noted include: a split tailgate, so you don’t have to lower the entire gate; the ability to raise and lower the suspension height to four different settings at the push of a button; a locking differential for off-roading; and lockable side storage cabinets on the out side of both sides of the pickup bed. The Ram 1500 gets an impressive 5-star overall rating in the government’s crash tests as well. Moreover, the EPA estimates the annual fuel cost to run this truck to be $1,950 as it uses about 4.2 gallons of diesel fuel per every 100 miles driven. While the pickup field is crowded, the Dodge Ram 1500 is an impressive entry into this arena. Anyone, who is considering buying or leasing a pickup would be remiss not to consider one of the Ram 1500 models. Peter Perrotta’s On The Road column appears regularly. Comments and suggestions are welcome. He may be contacted at peter@capitalmotorcars.com
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wife and children, I have decided it is time to focus more on my personal life and health. “As I reflect on my eight years of public service as an elected official, I can say with absolute honesty that every decision I have made and every vote I have cast was based on my morals and ethics for the best interest of all of the residents of Jackson,� Calogero said. He said he could not review all the decisions he made and of which he is proud, but said the issue that receives the most attention are those regarding development. Calogero said the issue of development is where some people attempted to take a fundamental difference of opinion about land use and turned it into “disgusting accusations and weaponizing phrases that are too sickening to mention.� “I believe the courts are wrong on their approach to our affordable housing mandates, I believe changes in land use sought by greedy builders should be rejected, and I believe those who want to turn Jackson into an over-developed, terribly planned town need to be called out. “I was not elected by a judge. I was not elected by a builder. I was not elected by the one sitting councilman who insists we have no choice but to approve overdevelopment. I was elected twice by the people of this town to speak out for them and the future of our community. “A combined 28,000 voters entrusted me with that honor and for me to have voted against my conscience and their best interest on those issues would have been a violation of their trust,� Calogero said. He said taking criticism is part of becoming an elected official and he said he is proud to have pushed back during his
time as a councilman. “I believe every decision I have made, opposing over-development, pushing the council to fight the courts and their unrealistic (affordable housing) mandates and standing up for our taxpayers may not have been popular, but they were made to benefit each and every resident. “Yes, part of being an elected official means you have to withstand the lies, nastiness and slander that comes from the dark side of social media and keyboard cowards from within and beyond our boundaries,â€? Calogero said. “We must stand up for what is right, even if it is unpopular. We must always speak out against injustice. We must always speak truth when other people lie. Do not chase votes, do not chase headlines and do not put any decision ahead of your morals,â€? he said. Calogero thanked residents and quoted President Ronald Reagan, who said, “There are no easy answers, but there are simple answers. We must have the courage to do what we know is morally right.â€? Councilman Ken Bressi and Councilman Martin Flemming thanked Calogero for his service and wished him well in his future endeavors. Councilman Andrew Kern said Calogero is an honest, honorable, decent man, and a wonderful friend who worked hard for the people of Jackson. “Councilman Calogero has been an inspiration to me, fighting the effects of his conditions and continuing to do what he did for others, putting other people first,â€? Kern said. Mayor Michael Reina said to Calogero, “Thank you, you have been a voice of reason. You stood on your principles, held your ground. Some view it as right, wrong, indifferent. You are a true person, a gentleman, treated everyone with respect ‌ For
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perform work at that location in the future if needed. Berger abstained from the vote on the ordinance involving the Berger-Wind property. The fourth proposed ordinance amends a 2019 ordinance which authorized the acquisition of 4 acres from the Monmouth Conservation Foundation for open space preservation. The parcel is known as the Van Schoick property on Preventorium Road. The ordinance proposes using taxpayer funds in an amount not to exceed $1,000 to acquire a right of way that abuts the road so the right of way is not encumbered as Green Acres property, making it easier to
perform work at that location in the future if needed. Township Attorney Joseph Clark noted that the first ordinance the council members considered on May 5 (the United Talmudical Academy Torah Vey property) represents a new purchase. The other three ordinances that came before the governing body that evening will amend previous legislation. Clark said Howell officials worked with representatives of the Monmouth Conservation Foundation on all of the land acquisitions. “We are using township money to purchase the rights of way that abut the roads. Doing that will allow us to do roadwork on them in the future, or expand the road,” the attorney said.
ON CAMPUS Two residents of Jackson were recently initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines: Casey Iorio and Niki Michalik, both of whom attend Kean University, Union.
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addiction, according to the press release. Dan Regan, himself a recovering addict, is the founder and program director of CFC Loud N Clear Foundation. Its grant will allow CFC to expand with two more pilot sites in Monmouth and Ocean counties. One site will be in the Long BranchMiddletown area and the other site will be in the Brick Township-Toms River area. The grant will help operate the sites through April 2023, according to the press release. Regan said COVID-19 and social isolation can combine for a potentially overwhelming negative impact on people with
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Visitors who made their way to sunny Asbury Park on May 7 were greeted by this sign, above, at the popular Asbury Lanes concert venue. Although beach access was permitted, the Asbury Park boardwalk, below, remained closed to residents and visitors alike as the 2020 coronavirus pandemic maintained its deadly grip on New Jersey.
HOWELL – Members of the Howell Township Council have created a business recovery task force whose members will help local business owners recover from the economic effects of the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. The action followed a recent suggestion by Councilman Thomas Russo to create a public-private partnership that would work to increase economic activity in a safe and responsible way when restrictions that were enacted at the onset of the health crisis are removed. “What I am proposing is the creation of a business recovery task force made up of government officials, local business owners, the Chamber of Commerce president and residents with business experience,” Russo said during the May 5 meeting. “The task force is essentially an idea machine. It is an environment where we can get together, collaborate and come up with ideas about how we can improve the local economy and (determine) the impact COVID-19 is having and is going to have on our local economy,” he said. Mayor Theresa Berger, Deputy Mayor Evelyn O’Donnell, Councilman John Bonevich, Councilwoman Pamela Richmond and Russo voted to create the task force. The resolution cites Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive orders issued during the pandemic. The orders set forth restrictions which encouraged the practice of social distancing to help minimize and slow the spread of COVID-19; ordered the closure of what the governor deemed to be non-essential businesses; and encouraged businesses that
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Additions Add a Level Custom Basements Kitchens Baths muzioconstruction.com muzioconst@optonline.net Lic#13VH00073300
NM-00429716
Gutters
JB GUTTERS S EAMLESS GUTTERS & LEADERS
AAA WANTED Junk&Running CARS, TRUCKS, WHATEVER We Buy It All $CASH$ 7 Day Pick Up. 732-536-8030 $200 to $25,000 PAID
INSTALLATION REPAIRS CLEANING
Free estimates. 732-264-2520
Abra-Cadabra Junk Be Gone
Clean-Outs, Junk Removal, Demolition. Best Prices Visa/MC/Amex
732-262-9779
Plumbing
BACSOKA
PLUMBING & HEATING Complete Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Water Heaters Sewer & Drain Cleaning. Reas. Rates. Free Est. Lic # 5628 WE DO IT ALL!
Call 732-727-0014
Gutter Covers Roofing & Chimney Repairs Call for free estimate
732-579-2490
NM-00428705
Fully Insured
CALL TO ADVERTISE 732-358-5200
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NEW JERSEY GUTTER CLEANING • Cleaning/Repairs • Gutter Guards • Chimney Caps • Roof Repairs
• Gutter Installation • Pipe Vent Collars • Powerwashing • Painting / Staining
Home Improvements
SPITALETTO ELECTRIC OWNER OPERATED
732-238-8519
ALL HANDYMAN SERVICES
PAINTING • ROOFING DRIVEWAYS • SEAL COATING DECK REPAIRS • POWER WASHING CONCRETE & FOUNDATIONS
Free Estimates • Senior Discounts
CALL 732-925-0563
We Accept All Major Credit Cards-
NM-00429722
Home Improvements
800-640-7781
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www.newjerseyguttercleaning.com
A&S JR. LLC Lic # 13VH03221500
NM-00429859
WITH THIS AD Exp. 5/15/20
Over 2,500 Satisfied Customers
Electrical
V & D ELECTRIC, LLC. Over 25 Years Experience • • • • • • • •
New Construction Addition’s Basement Remodels Service Upgrades Trouble Shooting & Repairs Outdoor Lighting We Call Ceiling Fans Recessed Lighting You Back!
NM-00429723
Free Est. • Bonded & Ins. • Lic. # 15903
732-238-1049 VDElectric@msn.com
• Additions • Attics • Basements • Bathrooms • Carpentry • Ceramic Tile • Counter Tops • Decks Over 30 years • Doors Experience • Dormers • Dry Wall • Flooring • Gutters
• Hardwood Floors • Kitchens • Laminate Floors • Moldings • Odd Jobs • Painting • Power Washing • Repairs • Roofing • Sheds • Siding • Wallpaper • Windows
IMPROVEMENTS • Custom Seemless Gutters Leaf Guards
Visit our website: www.gslawnsvclandscaping.com Facebook: G.S. Lawn Service & Landscaping, LL.C.
• Bathroom And Kitchen Remodeling
DAVID J. GUDZAK
Free Est. • Fully Ins. • 35 Years Experience NM-00428631
24 HOUR PROMPT/EMERGENCY SERVICE
Home Improvements
AJ’s Home Improvement, LLC CERTIFIED
Exterior All Types of RooďŹ ng Flat & Shingles Repair or New Deck Repair & Staining Chimney & Fencing Shed Repairs Powerwashing
Interior Carpentry Painting Repairs Basement WaterprooďŹ ng No Job Too Small or Big!
Quality Service – Quick Response Free Estimates ~ 24 hr. emergency service
Veteran Discounts Available
$100 OFF Any Service of
$200 OFF Any Service of
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 5/31/20
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 5/31/20
$499 or more
Commercial & Residential
NM-00429373
Lawn Care
$999 or more
** DISCOUNTED FIREWOOD ** 1 Cord $175.00 • 1/2 Cord $100 PROMPT/EMERGENCY
Landscaping
732-257-1170
Tree Removal Trimming-Pruning Stump Grinding Firewood
732-354-3788
Free Estimates • Fully Insured Reasonable Prices NM-00429714
OWNER OPERATED
Now accepting major credit cards
Lawn Care
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Landscaping
C.H.E.A.P. TREE SERVICE
• Tree Removal • Trimming • Pruning • Stump Grinding • Lots Cleared FIREWOOD “We Are The Most Recommended Tree Service In The Areaâ€?
732-548-1653
www.budgetpropertymaintenance.com
FULLY INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES
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732-257-5973
A&C TREE SERVICE
Landscaping
Will Serve The Monmouth Areas For Tree Work & Landscaping Only
www.buildwithasjr.com
732-900-6087
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732-572-2678
Lawn Care
Free Estimates • Insured • Owner-Operator
NM-00429274
Now Accepting Most Credit Cards Fully Insured • Free Estimates
• Roofing Siding - Windows
ALL WORK GUARANTEED !!!
732-613-1115 973-818-0880
ALL WORK GUARANTEED Residential & Commercial Lic. #13vH08853200 • Weekly Mowing • Fertilization Program • De-Thatching & Seeding • Re-Sodding lawn • Complete Landscape Restoration & Installation • Mulch, Stone, Topsoil Installed & Delivered • Trimming & Pruning • Gutter Cleaning • Drainage • Pavers
Specializing in
NM-00428654
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Landscape Restoration Experts
TIMCO HOME
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Landscaping
Spring Clean-Ups
Home Improvements
NEXT DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
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G.S. LAWN SVC & LANDSCAPING, LLC
JOHN’S CONSTRUCTION
www.spitalettoelectric.com email: info@spitalettoelectric.com
FULLY INSURED
Lawn Care
NM-00428122
Gutters
NM-00428667
Free Estimates • Fully Insured
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UNITED
Lawn Care
(Patios, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Sidewalks) Free Estimates Fully Insured Over 20 Years Experience 24 Hour Emergency Service Senior Citizen Discount
CALL NICK
NM-00428712
732-207-3933 732-617-TREE
Lawn Care
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Landscaping
Now Booking Seasonal Contracts for 2020 Season
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Landscaping
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE
LANDSCAPING INC.
Paver Walkways Patio • Driveways Snow Plowing
LANDSCAPING • TREE SERVICES STUMP REMOVAL • SPRINKLER REPAIR BULK MATERIAL DELIVERY
www.dslandscapinginc.com
NM-00428688
Pool Openings & Closings
FULLY INSURED
24 HR. ANSWERING SERVICE
732-713-1528 TOM 732-713-2008 BRIAN Masonry/Paving
Serving the area for over 31 years! Best from Europe!
POLISH
MASON
All Phases of Brick, Stone & Concrete Work Free Designing Available www.poloniaconstruction.com
732-525-8118
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Masonry/Paving
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Masonry/Paving
Power Washing
All Pool Services Call 732-763-3262
Serving all of New Jersey since 1998
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Specializing in all types of paving for Driveways & Parking Lots
CELL # 732-810-9511
CLEAN-UPS
NJ State Pesticide Lic.#97065A
FREE ESTIMATES
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Please visit our website or call for more info.
Painting/Wallpapering
foster@familypoolservice.com
POWER WASHING PLUS, LLC Remove Dirt, Kill Algae, Mold, Bacteria, and Viruses w/Hot Water and/or Bleach/Soap. Houses, Concrete Driveways, Walkways, Patios, Gutters, Fences, Roofs... Veteran • 1st Responder • Senior Discounts
Fully Insured • Free Estimates
732-415-8762
www.usapowerwashingplus.com Angie's List "A" Rated!
Power Washing
3rd Generation
SPECIALIZING IN • Houses • Decks • Fences • Concrete • Brick Pavers • Pool Areas • Deck Staining Also• Polymetric Sanding FREE ESTIMATES
PAINTING
• All Phases Of Painting • Interior/Exterior • Moulding Installation •No Job Too Small
When quality, Reliability & Experience Matter
(732) 534-0548
Owned & operated by Joshua Ludlow Free Estimates • References • Fully Insured Lic#13VH06178600
Plumbing
VETERAN OWNED & OPERATED
NM-00428224
Roofing/Siding
CISLO SIDING plumbing & heating
All Types of Siding Windows • Roofing
www.mattcoplumbing.com
732-548-0110
732-418-0011
Free Estimates • Fully Insured
“Honest, Neat and Professional Service�
25th Anniversary
NM-00429381
732-549-6387
CertiďŹ ed brick paver and retaining wall installer
Pool Care
Family Pool Service
NM-00425169
D&S COMPLETE LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Masonry/Paving
LAWN & LANDSCAPING, LLC
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Lawn Care
Landscaping
EXPERT
Residential/Commercial/Municipal
Tree Service, Inc.
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NM-00429725
Lawn Care
www.cislosiding.com ATTENTION CONTRACTORS: TO PLACE YOUR AD HERE CALL 732-358-5200 TO PLACE YOUR AD HERE CALL 732-358-5200 Metuchen, NJ 08840 | info@mattcoplumbing.com
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Spring has Sprung... and with it comes the sneezing, runny nose, congestion and itchy watery eyes of seasonal allergies! • Hay Fever & Rose Fever We are here to help you as • Eczema & Hives we cope with COVID-19 together. • Skin Allergies Our Office will care for you through Telemedicine if you • Food Allergies have a Fever, Cough and Allergy • Nasal & Sinus Allergies Symptoms. Please call about our Telecare Services • Asthma & Chronic Cough • Animal & Insect Allergy • Low Immunity & Recurrent Infection
Philip Pasternak, MD
FAAP, FACAAI, FAAAAI Diplomate American Board of Allergy, Asthma, Immunology
Call for your Appointment Most Insurances & HMOs Accepted —Including MEDICARE
ALLERGY, ASTHMA, & SINUS CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS
(732) 254-4000
NEW LOCATION NM-00429835
911 East County Line Rd. Lakewood 21 Brunswick Woods Dr., East Brunswick