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Crimes of Omission:

Primary Coverage a Triumph of Superficiality by Broadcast News Media GUEST OPINION

By HOWARD BARBANEL

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f one subscribes to the blather emanating from the incessant talking heads on cable TV news one would come away thinking that four states or 11 states or 15 states have already predetermined the outcome of the 2016 presidential season – that it’s unstoppable manifest destiny that Donald Trump will be the Republican nominee and Hillary Clinton at the helm for the Democrats. What’s the point for people in the other 35 states to even vote? National composite polls are presented as a fait accompli even though there is no such thing as a “national primary” and this arguably help skew actual election results as voters are influenced by supposed “inevitability.”

Declarations to the effect that both Donald and Hillary are “electoral

juggernauts,” are “running the table” never cease, yet the crimes of omission on the part of the anchors, reporters and pundits are stupendous.

Key omission number one – hardly anyone on TV mentions that many of the primaries are “open,” meaning that voters often don’t have to be a registered voter in the party’s primary they’re voting in. In many states Independents can vote in either party’s primary thereby substantially skewing the results and the wishes of the core party members. Voter registrations and party affiliations can be switched pretty quickly, also throwing off the wishes of the party faithful. Why many early voting states allow this kind of open and chaotic cross-party pollination is beyond me. Why should non-Republicans or non-Democrats determine who their respective parties will nominate for the highest office in the land? Primary results are then presented as though they were authentic

gauges of party members’ sentiments when in fact they’re often not.

Key omission number two – anchors and reporters for example will say that “Trump is winning in every state” or “Hillary is sweeping the primaries” without explaining how many or how few delegates may come from being victorious in any given state’s race. All state wins aren’t created equal. For example, winning in Texas is worth a whole lot more than winning in Vermont but the TV news folks just tally-up how many states someone won without giving any perspective or reference and based on that a candidate is either inevitable or over. Also, because the cable news guys are all in New York, late-breaking results from the center or the west of the country are given shortshrift in the big picture. For example, on Super Tuesday, Bernie Sanders won in Colorado and Minnesota but all the talking heads had written Sanders off by 8 pm without those results.

Key omission number three – There’s been few delegate count tally screens (especially on Fox), just screens showing results of who won which state. This is incomplete information because not all states have equal delegates and therefore are not necessarily as significant. You can win small Southern states all day long but if you can’t win in New York, Illinois, Florida, Pennsylvania and California, you can’t be nominated. Context is missing in its entirety. For example, Sanders isn’t “over” when as of March 2 he’s only 191 delegates behind Hillary with 35 states to go and 2,383 delegates needed to secure a nomination. Likewise, Ted Cruz is only 90 delegates shy of Trump with the same 35 races still to go and 1,237 delegates needed to win. Ninety is not Mount Everest but if you listen to the cable people you’d think it might as well be Mars. Why

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By SETH GROSSMAN COLUMNIST

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any people who think they are smart about politics cannot understand why so many people support Donald Trump.

They assume Trump should not be taken seriously because he is a crude and arrogant bully. They ridicule his supporters for being too dumb to know that. Now that Trump seems on his way to winning the Republican nomination, they are calling both Trump and his supporters reckless and dangerous bigots.

Here is what these “smart” critics

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of Trump and his supporters fail to understand.

Trump is a champion —as that word was first used. In America today, a “champion” is a winner in sports. In Europe, during the Middle Ages, a “champion” was a knight—a warrior from the nobility who did battle to defend the rights and honor of unarmed and untrained peasants unable to defend themselves.

Back in the Middle Ages, knights who risked their fortunes and their lives to defend peasants had many flaws. They were often hated by their fellow aristocrats.

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By STU MARK COLUMNIST

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t looks like Donald Trump is going to get the Republican Party’s nomination for President of The United States. That’s pretty impressive, considering Mr. Trump was a Democrat for the first 50 years of his life.

But it seems that the Trump campaign is full of contradictions. Trump complains about jobs being lost to China and Mexico, but his clothing line is made in China and Mexico. In his book, “The America We Deserve,” he calls for extended waiting periods for guns and an outright ban on assault

weapons, but on the campaign trail, he defends the 2nd Amendment as inviolate. A decade ago, Trump was pro-choice (as was his wallet, as he funneled money to Planned Parenthood via the Susan B. Komen foundation), but now says, “Public funding of abortion providers is an insult to people of conscience at the least and an affront to good governance at best.”

Is this really what the GOP wants?

Is this their best effort?

But hey, I hear some folks say, Trump’s a financial wizard. Maybe his social policy needs some tweaking,

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King of the Jumpers GUEST COLUMN

By SARAH FERTSCH

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have a trampoline in my living room.

It sits among three swings, a balance beam, and an inflatable pillow we call “The Blob.” I was not only allowed, but encouraged, to play ball in the house. We roller skated from room to room.

My brother, Jamie, was diagnosed with autism before he was 2. Jamie not only had problems making friends, but he couldn’t process life normally.

Jamie always needed to feel a stronger connection with the world, as my mother would tell me. That’s why Jamie loved to jump. He needed to feel the ground under him.

That’s why Jamie’s favorite toy was our trampoline.

At five years old, I never understood why Jamie was the way he was.

He wasn’t like any of my friends, who could hold a conversation and sit still.

But there was one thing Jamie could do: jump.

We spent every day after school on our trampoline. Jamie was crowned “King of the Jumpers.” He could jump higher than all of his subjects. His grunting decreed that we must jump higher.

“All hail the King!” we chanted.

Jamie looked up and grinned.

I was the most popular kid on the block.

Our trampoline not only solidified my friendships, but I was proud to be Jamie’s sister.

For the first time, Jamie was cool.

My friends were jealous that Jamie was my brother, not theirs. Autism was something that was envied.

One of our favorite games was “The Big Bounce.” My friends, twin sister Holly, and I would lay flat on the trampoline. We would all shout, “Big Bounce!” and Jamie would catapult us into the air.

He flapped his hands in euphoria.

Once, we hit the ceiling. Quite an

accomplishment for a Kindergartener.

As we grew taller and heavier, holes broke through the trampoline. That didn’t stop us.

We learned flips and played more advanced games. My friends and I would swing onto the trampoline, then bounce onto the couch.

We would even just sit and talk.

But Jamie, he jumped in his corner. My friends asked if he wanted to play, but when he didn’t respond, they stopped asking completely. When Jamie couldn’t keep up, he stopped existing.

As Jamie grew older, he jumped less and less.

I stopped inviting friends over. We were too old for trampoline games, and Jamie was no longer “King of the Jumpers.”

My mother patched the holes in the old trampoline and tried to have the three of us, all now in our 20’s, jump on the trampoline once again.

The bottom sank down to the floor, and springs had rusted.

“Please. Please,” she cried as she bounced emphatically. “Jump again.”

She didn’t need us to jump. She needed me to love my brother again.

I try to ask Jamie about his YouTube videos, but it’s not like our trampoline. That childhood thrill has washed away. We moved on. Holly and I are adults, but Jamie is still the child jumping alone in a corner.

Holly and I will grow up, have careers, and bear children.

Jamie is stuck in time. Jamie will not evolve. Autism stole his future.

According to AutismNJ.org, 1 in 45 people are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Its prevalence is increasing every year. Some people with autism find success. Some, like Jamie, will be like Peter Pan. They will never grow up.

But yesterday, Jamie laughed and hugged me tight.

“Remember when we bounced?” he asked me. “Remember when you loved me?”

“Let’s bounce again.”

Sarah Fertsch of Egg Harbor Township is a Communication major at Atlantic Cape Community College.

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Atlantic County Economic Turn Around: It’s About You and Me

GUEST COLUMN

By Richard Baehrle

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e have all heard about the glass half full or half empty. Clearly we can all adopt the position in our county of the glass being half empty that is the easy way out. However, I am here to tell you it is half full. We are bucking the downturn of Atlantic City. We are battling the State elected officials who want Casinos in North Jersey and who want to take over the City. The war

isn’t over yet. How many sport events are won in the final seconds? Attitude is everything. If we think we lost, we are done. If we truly employ a winning attitude we will win.

Recently, the County conducted a research report to identify past, and current economic conditions along with future opportunities.

The Casino industry is the obvious economic engine for the region, however it is not the only answer for our future growth. Several other sectors manifest growth avenues that we are currently pursuing such as the Stockton Aviation Park, the medical community, non-casino entertainment, expansion of higher education such as Stockton and Rowan.

After well over a year delay with breaking ground for the Aviation Park, it appears that we are finally very close to starting the greatest Economic Engine that we have seen in decades. When this 400,000 square foot Park eventually comes

to fruition, it should be a beginning of an era of an industry that will provide well-paying and stable jobs.

This single activity will have a positive ripple effect through- out the including but not limited to medical, retail, further support office and services in general.

Atlantic City also has positive upcoming news with regard to Stockton University and South Jersey Industries hopefully breaking ground with two new sites off of Albany Avenue. Showboat sale to Bart Blatstein will bring some new and exciting entertainment. Eventually the Revel will open up with a new theme. Several development projects are scheduled to break ground in the near future.

I have been a commercial Realtor for the past 32 years. In order to stay relevant, I constantly have to reinvent my marketing methods and the way I sell and lease properties. I could throw up my arms and choose the

glass is half empty, but I do not do that. Currently I have 22 pending real estate transactions. It is a start but we have a long way to go keep moving in a positive direction.

In conclusion, we all need to do our part and spread good news on the internet, through conversations, and print media. Every time you hear good news broadcast it.

When you are buying clothing, cars or household supplies, shop local. If you need professional services from an attorney, accountant, engineer, or architect, support local businesses.

Yes, you and I can make a difference with our attitude and our buying habits.

If you have any ideas that we can try to employ on the County level, please reach out to me. I chair the Atlantic County Economic Advisory Committee. We are always looking for creative ideas RichardBaehrle@ gmail.com.

Declining Enrollment Has Local Colleges Seeking Answers

By Sarah Fertsch

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tlantic Cape Community College may have celebrated their 50th anniversary this year, but their enrollment has been getting lower and lower. The same is true for other colleges on the East Coast.

Atlantic Cape total student enrollment has dropped greatly, and is expected to drop further. In five years, the college has lost 1,300 students.

With the numbers expected to drop further, the effects on students and staff could be drastic.

Atlantic Cape Student Enrollment (2010-2015) • • • • • •

2015: 6,361 2014: 6,845 2013: 7,254 2012: 7,523 2011: 7,592 2010: 7,655

According to the US Census Bureau, there is a significant decrease in college-age people in New Jersey. By 2028, the population between the ages of 18-24 is expected to drop almost 10 percent.

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This impacts colleges and universities, because little incoming students mean little incoming money.

Classes, tuition prices, and staff could be compromised.

In October 2015, Rider University cut 13 majors because of the enrollment decline. Over 20 faculty members have been laid off. Enrollment has decreased nine percent overall in the past five years, and the freshmen class has decreased by 14 percent since 2014.

Statistics like these affect students’ futures. Students may not be able to take the classes they need due to budget cuts, and it would affect programs and student services offered. According to NJ News, community colleges will be deeply impacted.

“We are doing everything in our power to not only bring in more students, but to keep the ones we have,” said Stacey Clapp, senior manager of publications/public relations at Atlantic Cape Community College. “We have implemented special strategies to encourage students to attend, and graduate from Atlantic Cape.”

Clapp described how the college relations team is using social media to attract potential students. The college now has a Facebook account,

Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Snapchat. The team hopes to relate to students through digital communication, because “that’s how students become aware in modern day.”

The team even targets students enrolled at other colleges. “New Jersey is a large exporter state,” said Clapp. “What we forget is, these students come home for break, and want to take extra classes to get ahead. If they take a class or two at Atlantic Cape, that’s more money going toward programs.”

Atlantic Cape also partners with three universities, and according to Clapp, it attracts more students to the college. Atlantic Cape partners with Fairleigh Dickinson, Rutgers, and now Stockton.

“An applicant doesn’t receive a standard rejection letter anymore,” said Clapp. “What they receive is an invitation to earn an Associate’s degree from Atlantic Cape, and if they meet certain criteria, they can earn their Bachelor’s at their dream school, whether it be Fairleigh Dickinson, Rutgers, or Stockton.”

Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ has also considered the effects of the enrollment decline. The university recently hired 23 student advisors, and

is very confident in their programs to counteract the decline. “We are very, very aware of the statistics,” said Luci Nurkowski, executive admissions coordinator. “We are on top of it. Our new programs give us an edge.”

Rowan also partners with Burlington and Gloucester County Colleges to bring in more students. With the guarantee of admission with a 2.5 GPA average maintained in community college, Rowan hopes to add to their student population of over 14,000.

Recently, Rowan President Dr. Ali Hushmaund introduced 3-year degree programs, so students can enter the working world at a faster pace with less debt. The university will now offer majors such accounting, psychology, radio/TV/film, and marketing during the summer semester, so students can take classes year-round.

Dr. Hushmaund promised students that if they enroll in 2016 summer classes, housing will be free.

Less college-age people mean less jobs to fill. College budgets change.

But according to Atlantic Cape Community College and Rowan University, strategic marketing and programs will both empower and maintain the student population.

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The Brad Hennefer Golf for Life Foundation. The goal of this foundation is to facilitate a network of regional and national golf instruction programs, clinics and competitions exclusively for individuals who have Down Syndrome. They are collaborating with the National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) and the Philadelphia Section of the Professional Golfers’ Association of America (PGA).

21 Down is a non-profit organization serving the families, educators and healthcare professionals of Atlantic, Cape May and Southern Ocean Counties and it is a network of

The Arc of Atlantic County. The Arc has dances, bingo, socialization club and various recreational programs throughout the year. Many sports activities such as softball, power lifting, basketball, and skiing are affiliated with the NJ Special Olympics. The Arc of Atlantic County, 6550 Delilah Road, Suite 101, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, Recreation Department, 609-4850800 x 191.

The Atlantic County Society of the Deaf, Inc. is a social organization for people who are deaf. The group meets once a month at the VFW Post located at 601 N. Dorset Avenue in Ventnor. For information about events and meeting times e-mail acsd66@aol.com

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30. *Oscar Madison’s employer, “New York ____” 35. Major-leaguers 37. Part of McDonald’s logo 39. 2 halves of a diameter 40. “____ what you sow” 41. Scrabble pieces 43. The Destroyer in Hinduism 44. *Ayn Rand novel, “____ Shrugged” 46. “____ of Eden” 47. Rubber bulb on an old bike 48. Card game 50. Osiris’ wife 52. Shining one in “America the Beautiful” 53. Attention-getting interjection 55. Fleur-de-____ 57. *Playboy octogenarian 60. *Homemaker extraordinaire 64. Like ricin 65. Legal org.

67. *Annie Oakley starred in it 68. *”Independence Day” star 69. High craggy hill 70. Alex Haley’s “saga of an American family” 71. *Lassie and Rin Tin Tin 72. Kimono tie 73. Church recesses

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D OW N 1. Globes and balls, e.g.

2. Painter ____ Chagall 3. Indian nursemaid 4. Nonsense 5. Low hemoglobin 6. Talk like a drunk 7. American Girl ____ Kittredge 8. Utopian 9. Evening in Italy 10. Surveyor’s map 11. “Do it, or ____!”

12. Food coloring, e.g.

15. *Caitlyn née Bruce 20. An American in Paris, e.g.

22. Morse Code dash 24. “...I heard him ____, ere he drove out of sight...”

25. *Media mogul, actress and trend-setter 26. Mountain ridge 27. Aussie “bear” 29. Famous canal 31. Poison ivy symptom 32. “Bye” to Banderas 33. Book in Paris 34. *Honoree of “Candle in the Wind 1997” 36. Practice in the ring 38. Deputy Führer Rudolf ____ 42. Circus prop 45. Stop the flow 49. Female pronoun 51. *Bogart, star of “The Treasure of the ____ Madre” 54. Muse of love poetry 56. One clean one?

57. Main Web page 58. Off-ramp 59. If the shoe does this?

60. Delhi wrap 61. Commotions 62. Network of nerves 63. Coin throw 64. Medicinal amt.

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Small Businesses Are South Jersey’s Character and Economy

By Congressman Frank LoBiondo

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pring has come to South Jersey and with it something that we have long needed: cautious optimism. While remnants of the recession can still be seen and unemployment continues to be unacceptably high, the warmer weather has helped usher in a sense of stability and certainty — ​a sentiment I’ve noticed as I’ve visited with local employers across our region as part of National Small Business week. Many I spoke with pointed to the pending summer tourism season, new orders for goods and services, and positive regional developments such as new commercial air service into ACY to underscore their confidence that this could be a better year for South Jersey.

Case in point: During a site visit Yank Marine in Tuckahoe, I reviewed the progress of the latest ferry hull under construction for their client.

Hiring additional workers and looking to make a capital investment of new lift and repair equipment, the mood at Yank Marine was one of looking towards the future and completing the substantial task at hand. It is that determination and focus fueling the success of our small businesses and, in turn, growing South Jersey’s economy.

I remember that intense focus well from my days at my family’s trucking company. It was there I learned the critical importance of real-world solutions to the issues facing us. In fact, it has been one of the guiding principles I’ve used to evaluate legis-

lation in Congress. This month I was honored to be named a “Hero of Main Street” by the National Retail Federation for my dedication and proven commitment to public policies that grow South Jersey’s Main Streets — ​ the mom and pop stores that are the backbone of South Jersey’s character and economy. Its businesses like Kona Sports in Wildwood that keep visitors coming back year after year — ​and because of their loyal following they can look to expand operations, hire additional staff or even attempt new ventures. Such is the story behind Poppi’s Brick Oven, the latest endeavor from the Sciarra family, which will further diversify our region’s appeal and shape its future.

Most owners or entrepreneurs will say the key for any successful small business is recognizing the economic and regulatory issues they face and reacting pragmatically. I recently had the privilege to join the Kramer family and their employees to celebrate the 90th anniversary of Kramer Beverage Company, a well-known family-owned business operating across South Jersey. A festive day with a strong turnout of the greater Hammonton community, their story is impressive given their roots during the Prohibition Era and survival despite various economic downturns. Each year, similar small businesses in our region and across the country open their doors hoping to reach such a milestone. Only pro-growth policies can help them achieve that goal — ​o nes I am committed to supporting in Washington.

for full-time work. A critical part of our recovery continues to be the growth and success of small businesses, which serve as the engine of our economy across our region,” said LoBiondo. “From the municipal level to the federal government, we must continue to put forth policies that will give small businesses the confidence to hire and entrepreneurs the desire to invest locally. I will continue to work with all of South Jersey’s chapters to grow our economy and am pleased to accept the U. S. Chamber’s ‘Spirit of Enterprise’ award.”

In its 28th year, the U. S. Chamber’s “Spirit of Enterprise” award is given annually to members of Congress based on rankings it gives for key business votes outlined in its yearly publication, How They Voted. Those members of Congress who support the Chamber’s position on at least 70% of those votes receive the award. LoBiondo compiled an 85 percent score with the Chamber last year.

LoBiondo joins his New Jersey colleagues Tom MacArthur (03), Chris Smith (04), Leonard Lance (07), and Rodney Frelinghuysen (11) in receiving the honors. The complete list of recipients can be found at www.uschamber. com/report/how-they-voted.

“We are pleased to recognize Congressman LoBiondo for engaging in pro-business policymaking that helps strengthen our nation’s spirit of enterprise,” said Tom Donohue, president and CEO of the U. S. Chamber of Commerce. “The Spirit of Enterprise Award honors those members of Congress who are committed to ensuring that American businesses can continue to operate and succeed in a free enterprise system.”

The U. S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations.

LoBiondo Presented with “Spirit of Enterprise” Award by U. S . Chamber of Commerce U. S. Representative Frank A. LoBiondo (NJ‑02) was presented this week with the “Spirit of Enterprise” award for his strong voting record on critical business issues in 2015.

Bruce Josten, executive vice president for Government Affairs for the U. S. Chamber of Commerce, presented LoBiondo with the award at a ceremony on Capitol Hill.

“Throughout South Jersey’s economic challenges I have remained focused on pro-growth policies that will help bring new opportunities to our region and assist those residents looking

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NJ Division Of Fish And Wildlife Highlights State’s Resurgence Of Birds Of Prey State Income Tax Check-Off Provides Public With Opportunity ToSupport Endangered Species Protection Efforts

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he Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Division of Fish and Wildlife today released a rehabilitated peregrine falcon near Spruce Run Reservoir in Hunterdon County, drawing attention to the continuing climb in populations of birds of prey in New Jersey.

The health of our wildlife is a good indicator of the overall health of the environment,” said Division of Fish and Wildlife Director David Chanda. “This is particularly true of birds of prey, also known as raptors, which have made remarkable recoveries from past use of dangerous pesticides.”

The annual state income tax check-off for Wildlife provides critical support to the Division of Fish and Wildlife’s Endangered and Nongame Species Program, which works to promote and protect growing populations of bald eagles, peregrine falcons and ospreys.

The male falcon released from the Division of Fish and Wildlife’s Clinton Wildlife Management Area sustained a severely broken wing in November.

Its prospects back then appeared grim.

“This particular bird showed a lot of resilience. Due to the severity of its injury – a fracture of a bone that controls use of flight muscles – we did not think its survival chances were very good, let alone its prospects for being returned to the wild,” said Kathy Clark, supervising zoologist with the DEP’s Endangered and Nongame Species Program. “This is a wonderful day not just for this particular falcon, but for the species in general.”

By the 1960s and early 1970s, bald eagles, peregrine falcons and osprey had nearly been extirpated in New Jersey due to the widespread application of pesticides that caused eggshell thinning and egg failure.

Peregrine falcons are experiencing record productivity rates. Thirty-two pairs now occupy appropriate nesting habitat in New Jersey, according to a 2015 survey conducted by the Endangered and Nongame Species Program.

Of these, 28 pairs actively nested.

Though still small, the population has stabilized and exhibits excellent productivity rates. Last year, the active pairs produced 63 young, or an average of 2.25 young per pair.

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Peregrines can be found nesting on bridges, water towers, and tall buildings. Some peregrine falcons relocated from New Jersey have even been used to help rebuild populations in West Virginia’s Appalachian Mountains. Peregrines relocated from New Jersey between 2006 and 2011 have been confirmed inhabiting the mountain areas of West Virginia and western Maryland.

New Jersey’s osprey population, meanwhile, continues to show signs of firm recovery from steep declines in the 1950s and 1960s due to habitat loss and pesticide contamination. The Division of Fish and Wildlife estimates that there are now more than 600 osprey nests across the state.

These specialized predators are found predominantly in coastal areas, with heaviest populations found around Barnegat Bay, Great Bay, Cumberland County’s Maurice River marshes, the Avalon-Stone Harbor area, bays around the Wildwoods, and Raritan Bay. Bald eagle populations, meanwhile, continue to soar to new record highs each year, with 150 territorial pairs counted in 2015. These nests produced 200 offspring – 199 to their natural parents and a chick recovered from a fallen nest in Maryland and fostered into a nest in Fairfield Township, Cumberland County, where it fledged successfully.

The male falcon released today was found Nov. 1 of last year in the yard of a Roxbury Township resident.

It’s not clear how the bird was injured, but peregrine falcons make steep high-speed dives – upwards of 200 miles per hour – to capture prey. This falcon may have hit an electrical power wire or other high object during a dive.

It was rehabilitated by the Millington-based Raptor Trust, a key nonprofit partner in the state’s work to protect and enhance populations of birds of prey.

“This falcon really surprised us all,” said Chris Soucy, Executive Director of the Raptor Trust. “It was seriously injured when it came in and we didn’t think it would ever fly again, let alone rocket around its rehabilitation cage

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AC Beer Festival Heads to Convention Center April 8 & 9

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he Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival returns to the Atlantic City Convention Center for its 11th year on April 8 and 9. This year’s “Celebration of the Suds” will debut some exciting new elements to round out this constantly evolving event. Beer enthusiasts, music aficionados and avid runners alike will be brought together to indulge in all of the things they crave during the 2016 Festival.

New to the roster in 2016 is the Hops Trot taking place on Saturday, April 9, at 10 am and is open to anyone attending Session 2 only. This 5K Run will send racers around town to some of Atlantic City’s favorite watering holes, including Steel Pier, Margaritaville, Chickie’s & Pete’s Harry’s Oyster Bar & a satellite bar from Ducktown Tavern at Kennedy Plaza.

The Finish Line will be at the Convention Center just in time for Session 2 of The Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival. Costumes are encouraged.

For more information and to sign up for the Hops Trot, visit w w w. acbeer fest .com/ hopstrot.

Attendees in 2016 will see over 1,000 different beers from 150 breweries, from around the corner to across the country who will showcase their unique libations.

The goal of The Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival is to promote and educate attendees on craft beers and the brew masters that create them. This event is the perfect opportunity for beer geeks, beer lovers and beer beginners to speak to the brains behind the brews.

It is also an opportunity to discover and taste new brews and special “limited release” beers and ales.

In addition to the endless selection of beer and the superior music acts, the 2016 Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival will also feature culinary demonstrations by local chefs; educational seminars and some “off the wall” activities, including toilet bowl races, hot wing eating contests, field goal kick contests and much more.

Additional festival vendors will offer great food and unique beer-related apparel and goods, sure to appeal to everyone.

Tickets for the 2016 Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival are on sale now. Attendees can choose from 3 Sessions: Session 1 Friday, April 8 from 8 pm to midnight. Session 2 Saturday, April 9 from noon to 4 pm and Session 3 Saturday, April 9 from 6 to 10 pm.

Tickets are $55 in advance (fees apply) online at www.acbeerfest.com or through Ticketmaster. com and $60 at the door (if available) or $55 at Joe Canal’s Discount Liquor Outlets on Fire Road in Northfield or the Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township.

For group sales call 609.348.7023 (no group discounts available online).

Keep in mind the Festival has sold out for the last six years, so don’t wait to get tickets. The Festival offers a “Designated Driver” ticket price of $20, available at the door, to further encourage attendee responsibility.

2016 Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival will offer special hotel rates to festival attendees. Go to www. acbeerfest.com and click the Information link at the top of the page for hotel options.

All attendees are urged to taste responsibly. Please know your limits and book your hotel rooms now.

No one under the age of 21 will be admitted into the show. Valid photo identification must be presented.

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Hearty Heart-Healthy Dishes

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t may sound contrary to your healthy eating plan, but the human body actually needs some types of fat for heart and brain health. One common source is cooking oil, such as olive oil.

Of the cooking oils most commonly used in North America, such as olive oil, canola oil, peanut oil and various vegetable oils, olive oil contains the most monounsaturated fat, which is widely recognized for its potential role in reducing the risk of coronary heart disease.

In fact, beginning in 2016, olive oils will display the American Heart Association’s Heart Check-Mark* to alert consumers about olive oil’s heart-healthy benefits.

Experience the distinctive tastes of different varieties of olive oil in these delicious dishes and find more hearthealthy recipes at AboutOliveOil.org.

Day Boat Cod with Melted Tomatoes and Shaved Fennel and Orange Salad Serves: 4 • olive oil • salt and pepper, to taste • 4 cod filets (6 ounces each) • Olive Oil Melted Tomatoes (recipe below) • Orange, Fennel and Olive Oil Salad (recipe below) • 4 lemons, cut into eighths Heat oven to 400 °F. Heat medium sized saute pan on high. Add olive oil and heat. Salt and pepper cod. Add cod to hot oil and sear very hard on one side, until fish is golden brown and crisp.

Transfer cod to baking sheet that has been brushed with olive oil. Place cod in oven until it starts to flake, about 12 minutes. Remove cod from oven and keep warm.

Using spoon, portion Olive Oil Melted Tomatoes onto four large dinner plates. Allow some flavored oil to puddle on plate. Carefully transfer cod on top of warm tomatoes.

Then top cod with Orange, Fennel and Olive Oil Salad. Squeeze lemon wedge over entire plate.

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Olive Oil Melted Tomatoes • 8 large Roma tomatoes, peeled, seeded and cut in half • salt and pepper, to taste • 6 basil leaves, shredded • 3 tablespoons parsley, chopped • 1 lemon, zested • 6 large garlic cloves, peeled and sliced thin • extra-virgin olive oil

Heat oven to 325 °F. Place tomatoes in 9-inch cake pan and season to taste with salt and pepper. Scatter herbs, lemon zest and garlic on top of tomatoes.

Drizzle tomatoes with extra-virgin olive oil, which should come up about three-quarters of the way on tomatoes.

Cover with foil and bake until tomatoes are tender, approximately 40 minutes.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Sweet Peppers Serves: 6-8 • 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, bottoms trimmed, cut in half and outside leaves removed • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 6 medium garlic cloves, chopped • 3 tablespoons basil, chopped • 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped • salt and pepper, to taste • 2 red sweet peppers, large diced • 2 yellow sweet peppers, large diced • 1 cup balsamic vinegar, reduced to light syrup

Vegetable Frittata with Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes Serves: 6 • 6 large eggs • 1 tablespoon water • 2 tablespoons Parmesan Reggiano, grated, plus additional for garnish • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced • 2 teaspoons shallots, small diced • 1 cup russet potatoes, peeled, small diced, boiled until tender, drained and chilled • 1 roasted red pepper, peeled, deseeded and diced

1 tablespoon parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon basil, chopped • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced • salt and pepper, to taste • 1/4 cup fontina cheese • Lemon, Basil and Garlic Roasted Asparagus (recipe below) • Roasted Tomatoes (recipe below) Beat eggs with water, then beat Parmesan into egg mixture and reserve.

Combine garlic, shallots, potato, • •

pepper, parsley and basil, and set aside.

Heat extra-virgin olive oil in 12-inch non-stick saute pan over high heat. Add mushrooms and saute until they start to brown. Reduce heat to medium and add reserved vegetable mixture. Saute for about 1 1/2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add additional olive oil, if needed, then add reserved egg mixture to hot saute pan.

Cook 2-3 minutes until egg cooks and sets on bottom. Transfer saute pan to broiler and broil until light and fluffy, and almost totally set, about 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle fontina cheese on top of frittata and place back under broiler until melted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove to cutting board and cut into six triangle servings.

Place one serving in center of plate.

Garnish each portion with four stalks of Lemon, Basil and Garlic Roasted Asparagus and two wedges of Roasted Tomato. Sprinkle each portion with Parmesan.

Lemon, Basil and Garlic Roasted Asparagus • 3 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley leaves, finely sliced • 1 lemon, zested • 1 large garlic clove, minced • 24 large asparagus stalks (snap bottoms of individual stalks) • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil • salt and pepper, to taste Heat oven to 400 °F. Combine parsley, lemon zest and garlic. Set aside.

Place asparagus on sheet pan in one layer and drizzle with olive oil.

Season with salt and pepper. Roast 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley mixture and place back in oven for 3-5 minutes.

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Heat oven to 375 °F. Combine Brussels sprouts with all ingredients except peppers and balsamic syrup. Toss Brussels sprout mixture and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Transfer mixture to sheet pan and roast in oven for 15 minutes. Stir sweet peppers into mixture and roast 5-10 minutes more.

Remove from oven and place on serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic syrup and serve immediately.

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Ocean City Events Girl’s Weekend Downtown OC

▶It’s ▶ time to put yourself first Saturday and Sunday April 9 and 10 Girls Weekend Downtown Asbury Avenue between 6th and 14th Streets. Dining Offers, Spa Specials, Shopping Discounts, Table Sales, Fashion Show, Yoga and Wellness Classes, Craft Projects and Demonstrations, Hotel and B&B Packages, Prizes and More.

For more information call 1–800-Beach NJ

Woofin’ Paws Pet Fashion Show Saturday

▶Woofin’ ▶ Paws Pet Fashion Show Saturday, March 26 at 11 am at Carey Stadium, 6th St. off the Boardwalk. Dress your pets in their Easter’s best.

For more information call 609–399–6111.

The Great Egg Hunt on the Beach Saturday

▶The ▶ Great Egg Hunt is Saturday, March 26 at 2:30pm, on 11th St. to 14th St. Beach. Five age groups 0–2yrs and 3yrs (11th Street) 4yrs and 5yrs (12th Street) & 6yrs and 7yrs old (13th Street).

Raindate: March 27th.

For more information call 1–800-BEACH-NJ.

Easter Sunday Sunrise Service

▶Easter ▶ Sunrise Service Sunday, March 27 at 6:30 am. A traditional non-denominational service by the sea. Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk.

For more information call 609–399–6111.

Easter Sunday Fashion Promenade

▶Easter ▶ Fashion Promenade Sunday, March 27 in front of the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk.

Come dressed in your Easter best to stroll in our Fashion Promenade and meet the Easter Bunny.

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Long Eared Dogs Invade OC Boardwalk April 16 ▶Doo ▶ Dah Parade — ​Say goodbye to tax season with this comedy parade complete with over 500 basset hounds. Noon on Asbury Ave. from 6th St. to 12th St. and then up to the Boardwalk ending at the Music Pier. PieAsco follows parade — ​massive pie in the face extravaganza!

For more information call 609–399–6111.

Ocean City Great Strides Walk April 30

▶10 ▶ am registration at the 6th St. practice field, 11 am walk. Great Strides is a fun family oriented event with a healthy 5k walk, children’s activities, food and festivities that participants look forward to every year. The walk benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and is the largest national fundraiser.

For more information call 610–325–6001 or visit www.cff.org/greatstrides

Judging begins at 1 pm.

For more information call 609–399–6111.

ComiCon in OC April 9 and 10

▶April ▶ 9 and 10 — ​OC ComiCon — ​at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk.Starting off Saturday at 9 am with a one mile Super Hero Run followed by a Super Hero Obstacle Dash at noon.

(Register at http://www. ocnj.us/Race-Events) ▶Meet ▶ Paris Cullins of DC Comics and Marvel Comics, Rusty Gilligan of Archie Comics, Disney Films, and Upper Deck, Bob Petrecca of DC Comics, Marvel Comics, and Upper Deck and more. ▶Discussion ▶ panels are planned for both days.

Schedule to be announced.

Stop by Sunday at 2 pm for Cosplay (costume contest).

More event details to follow. For an update visit www.oceancityvacation. comor www.oceancitylibrary.org. ▶Hours: ▶ Saturday 10 am — ​6 pm, Sunday 10 am — ​4 pm. ▶Admission ▶ $5 Adults, $2 Children (12 & under) Two Day Admission: $8 Adults, $3 Children (12 & under). ▶Comic ▶ Book and Memorabilia vendors wanted.

For more information call 609–399–6111. Sponsored by the City of Ocean City and Ocean City Free Public Library.

SaturdaY & Sunday • aPriL 9th & 10th

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Wellness

Vinyasa Yoga, Sat., 9 am, $12

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Piloxing, Sat., 9:40 am, $10

LocaL Studio Workout

900 Asbury Avenue unit B Cardio boxing class integrated with standing Pilates work-50 minutes www.localfitsj.com • (609) 938-0024

Yoga class, Sat., 10 am, $10

goLden Buddha 854 Asbury Avenue-60 minutes

Burn at the barre’, Sat., 11 am, $10

LocaL Studio Workout

900 Asbury Ave unit B This class will work every muscle in your body tone, sculpt ,and lengthen on and off the barre’ come feel the burn. www.localfitsj.com • (609) 938-0024

Yin/Yang, Sun., 10 am

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This class is like no other, 30 min of high intensity intervals on our Realryder indoor cycles followed by 30 min of core and stretch.

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Crafts

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“Crochet Flowers?-Yes You Can!” Sat., 9, 10 &11 am, $10

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1100 Asbury Avenue 40-50 minutes, choose from several patterns and learn a simple crochet piece! Seating is limited. All items marked with a pink heart in store are 50% off!!!

Bracelet class, Sat., xx am, $15

Potomac Bead 944 Asbury Avenue • 609-399-4400 45 minutes

Wine glass painting, Sat., xx am, $xx

Join us for a demo..enjoy some refreshments while you learn about your Smart TV. 30 minutes-1048 Asbury Avenue

Soap Making Demonstration

artiSan BodY ProductS

918 Asbury Avenue • (609) 398-5661 30 minutes

How to accessorize with Alex & Ani Jewelry, 11 am

Butter FLY Boutique

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Shadow Box, 3:30, Sat. & Sun., $10

1050 Asbury Avenue Using Power tools create a Nautical themed Shadow Box. Limited seating , text or call to register, 609-439-6160

Painting Class, Sat., 5 pm, $15,

gLazed oVer StudioS

First come first serve. 8x8 Spring Flowers 704 asbury avenue • 609-398-8880

30 minutes-760 Asbury Avenue

Wood and light, the art of handmade lighting, noon

See how to create rustic lighting on natural wood pieces. 30 minutes Corner of 8th and Central.

Meet Pro surfer Maddie Peterson, 1pm

SeVenth Street SurF ShoP Girl’s Paddleboard Outing: Paddle Like a Girl, Sun., 9 am

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Photo Credit: Tim Dinofa

Pictured Cruz Dinofa, 6

New Ocean City Skatepark Gaining Popularity

By Willie Fannon

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n the fall of 2015, Ocean City opened the Cape May County Skatepark. The idea was to make it a tourist attraction to the plethora of people who visit the family themed resort every summer. Based on the results so far, you could say it’s a success and at times you will see over 50 skaters using the facility. Parents, siblings, boys and girls, and skaters of all skill levels are taking advantage of the new park.

Expect the popularity to increase with summer right around the corner and it could be said that Ocean City is now a skateboarding destination.

The Cape May County Skatepark in Ocean City is located at 5th and Asbury Ave next to the Fire Station.

This spring the park will be open from 12 pm to 7 pm Monday through Friday and will be open from 9 am to 7 pm on weekends. The hours will be expanded in the summer.

The previous skatepark, which opened in 2002, known to skaters as a “pop-up park,” never really gained the popularity and use that was expected. The facility fell into disrepair

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and was eventually removed in 2011.

The park became a safety concern and needed to be updated.

After the park was removed there was talk of a new skatepark for years but nothing really came of it. In early 2014, Ocean City finally got the ball rolling. With the help of Councilman Mike DeVlieger and a group of diehard surfer/skaters, the city built a new skateboarding landmark in 2015.

Attracting skateboarders from all over the northeast, Ocean City teamed up with Cape May County and put $750,000 into this state of the art concrete skatepark. The park built by Spohn Ranch out of California, was designed to cater to both surfers and skaters with features like the snake run for the surfers or the stairs with ledges for the skateboarders.

On any given day you will see skaters both male and female ripping up the park, from kids ages 5 and up, to adults over 40. It’s common to see a car pull up and out comes the whole family. For example, the Burn’s family from Margate, frequent the park with Mayla (11), Reed (9), and Archer (6). All of them seemed to be enjoying themselves navigating the snake run and quarter pipes.

Mayla was asked what she enjoys most about skateboarding and she happily replied that she likes learning new tricks at the park.

I see a lot of parent’s using the facility with their children. Tim Dinofa, 38, and his 6 year old son Cruz from Linwood, visit the skatepark on a regular basis. Tim said that the only reason he started skating was for his son and that coming to the skatepark and skateboarding allows them to spend more quality time together.

He also added that he thinks the park is great especially for Cruz because it gives him a chance to interact with other kids and skaters.

Adults are coming to the park to learn to skate so they can spend more time with their kids who love the sport.

One father showed up this week with a new board and was learning how to skate with his daughters.

He said they plan to visit the park weekly.

The Cape May County Skatepark in Ocean City is becoming a great skateboarding destination. Whether you are a surfer or a skater, mother or father, brother or sister, you will find something fun to skate here.

WILLIE FANNON is a former Skatepark employee and avid skater/surfer and local business owner www. oceancitynjsurfschool. com. Fannon said, “I stopped skating a few years back and never thought at the age of 37 I would be back on a skateboard. I find myself at the park multiple times a week learning how to skate again. So if you’re curious about skateboarding or you want to join us stop by and check out the new park.” Helmet, knee and elbow pads are required. For information or questions please call 609-399-6111.

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Veterans Organizations American Legion

▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Guinta-Marucci Post 220 — ​Mays Landing (609) 909–8516

▶American ▶ Legion Post 158 — ​Rudolph- Elmer, Egg Harbor City (609) 965–3090

▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Harry Kehler, Jr. Post 5043 — ​Mullica Township (609) 965–3352

▶American ▶ Legion Post 144 — James Harvey, Ventnor (609) 653–1656

▶American ▶ Legion Post 186 — ​ F. A. Funston, Hammonton (609) 567–4748

▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Passalaqua Post 1026 — ​Hammonton, NJ (609) 742–1256

▶American ▶ Legion Post 254 — ​Mays Landing (609) 837–2312

▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post 11468 — ​Dorothy (609) 476–2186

▶American ▶ Legion Post 270 — ​Buena Vista (856) 697–6020 — ​Post phone ▶American ▶ Legion Post 28 — ​Charles Hammell (609) 641–9722 ▶American ▶ Legion Post 295 — ​Harvey D. Johnson, Northfield (609) 233–0216 ▶American ▶ Legion Post 352 — ​ Somers Point (609) 927–7145- Post phone ▶American ▶ Legion Post 353 — ​Linwood (609) 645–8542 ▶American ▶ Legion Post 396 — ​ Kline-McAnney, Brigantine (609) 266–9477 ▶American ▶ Legion Post 430 — ​Galloway Township (609) 965–0274 ▶American ▶ Legion Post 469, John A. Kuzman Memorial — ​Longport ▶American ▶ Legion Post 61, Kenneth B. Hawkins — ​Atlantic City (609) 449–8778 ▶American ▶ Legion Post 81- Mainland — ​Pleasantville (609) 641–5846 ▶American ▶ Legion, Department of New Jersey (609) 545–8542 ▶Ladies ▶ Auxiliary to American Legion, Mainland Post #81, Dept. of NJ (609) 641–5846

American Women’s Self Defense Association

Legion of Mary, Atlantic and Cape May County (609) 398–9037

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▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post 158 — ​Buena Vista Twp. (609–561–2617

AMVETS

▶American ▶ (AMVETS) Veterans — ​ Post 911 NJ (609) 412–7769

Atlantic City Rescue Mission ▶Main ▶ Office Information (609) 345–5517

Atlantic County Department of Public Works

▶Atlantic ▶ County Veterans Cemetery (609) 625–1897

Atlantic County Division of Intergenerational Services ▶Main ▶ Office Information (609) 645–5965

Atlantic County Office of Veterans Affairs

▶Marine ▶ Corps League — ​Atlantic County (609) 442–2552

▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post 2189 — ​Somers Point (609) 927–0196

Mesothelioma Guide

▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post 2389 — ​Pleasantville (609) 226–0903

Military Order of the Purple Heart

▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post 8098 — ​Cardiff Memorial (570) 328–5961

▶Main ▶ Office Information (888) 572–9011

▶Military ▶ Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 155 (609) 927–6061

New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs ▶Main ▶ Office Information (609) 441–3060

Southern NJ Perinatal Cooperative

▶Main ▶ Office Information (609) 677–5700

▶Southern ▶ NJ Perinatal Cooperative — ​Atlantic City (609) 345–6420

Disabled American Veterans

United States Department of Veterans Affairs

Disabled American Veterans, Atlantic City, Chapter #10 (609) 383–1066

▶US ▶ Submarine Veterans (USSVI) ▶US ▶ Submarine Veterans — ​Atlantic County Chapter (609) 927–7549

▶Main ▶ Office Information (609) 965–1436

Korean War Veterans of America ▶Korean ▶ War Veterans of America, Atlantic County Chapter 234 (609) 476–1960

Marine Corps League

▶Cape-Atlantic ▶ Detachment of the Marine Corps League (609) 653–8665

▶Ventnor ▶ VA Health Clinic (609) 823–3122

Veterans of Foreign Wars ▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Absecon Memorial Post 9462 (609) 703–8415 ▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Emilio Marandino, Post 3662 — ​ Landisville (856) 207–4645

▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post 9311 — ​Margate (609) 823–3750 ▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Turner-Bunting-Durkin Post 3361 — ​ Ventnor (609) 823–2240 ▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Victor McAnney Post 5341- Egg Harbor City (609) 457–0982 ▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Bruce Gibson — ​VFW Post 6594 (609) 646–1628 ▶Veterans ▶ of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post 10620 — ​Pomona (609) 652–1730

Vietnam Veterans of America

▶Vietnam ▶ Veterans of America Chapter 825 (609) 653–0988

Volunteer Lawyers for Justice

▶Volunteer ▶ Lawyers for Justice (VLJ) (973)645–1955

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Levinson Reports Bond Rating Confirms Atlantic County Fiscal Health

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tlantic County maintains its strong credit rating as confirmed by its Aa2 bond rating assigned by Moody’s Investors Service Atlantic County Executive Dennis Levinson announced on March 3.

“At no time in recent history has Atlantic County faced such severe economic challenges following the closing of four Atlantic City casinos, the loss of 8,000 related jobs, and a $22 billion drop in our tax ratable base,” stated Dennis Levinson, Atlantic County Executive. “Yet, Atlantic County government has maintained its Aa2 bond rating, among the top ratings tiers, over the past five years due to our consistent conservative fiscal management and low debt ratio of 0.4 percent of equalized value, far below the statutory limit.”

Bond ratings are given to local governments to rate their overall credit-worthiness, much the same as credit scores do for individuals.

The Aa2 rating reflects the county’s strong management team, which prepares long-term capital and financial plans with prudent debt and finance policies, according to Moody’s.

The county’s finances are bolstered by significant borrowable liquidity that helps insulate the county from potential shocks related to the ongoing fiscal crisis in Atlantic City.

“Even though we have refunded Atlantic City nearly $50 million over the past several years for its over-assessments of casino properties, Atlantic County is extremely solvent,” added Levinson. “So much in fact, that our residents paid less in property taxes in 2015 than residents in 15 of

the state’s 21 counties. And Atlantic County was the only county to see a decrease in property taxes from 2014 according to data compiled by the state.”

“Because we have saved for rainy days and held fast to a policy of ‘pay as you go,’ Atlantic County is in an enviable financial position, as recognized by both Atlantic City and the State of New Jersey and the suggestion of several elected officials that we use our outstanding bond ratings to help pay off Atlantic City’s debt,” he said.

Levinson reiterated that it is not something he would consider. “We will not jeopardize the citizens of 22 municipalities for the short term benefit of those in one.”

Moody’s Investors Services also viewed favorably the county’s ef-

forts to diversify the regional economy with the implementation of a countywide economic development strategy and action plan prepared by AngelouEconomics, an independent economic consultant.

Stockton University has been assigned as the lead entity in developing the Aviation Research and Technology Park. The county is also working on developing non-gaming businesses and is taking steps to tackle the region’s high foreclosure rate, noted Moody’s.

“I applaud the dedicated and conscientious employees throughout county government who work to ensure our financial stability and adhere to the stringent fiscal policies and procedures that have protected our taxpayers so well,” said Levinson.

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ew Jersey businesses and residents affected by the severe winter snow storm on Jan. 22-24 can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet announced today.

Contreras-Sweet made the loans available in response to a letter from Gov. Chris Christie on Feb. 18, requesting a disaster declaration by the SBA. The declaration covers Atlantic County and the adjacent counties of Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester and Ocean in New Jersey.

“The SBA is strongly committed to providing the people of New Jersey with the most effective and customer-focused response possible to assist businesses of all sizes, homeowners and renters with federal disaster loans,” said Contreras-Sweet.

“Getting businesses and communities up and running after a disaster is our highest priority at SBA.” SBA’s customer service representatives are available at the Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Atlantic County to answer questions about the disaster loan program and help individuals complete their applications. The Center is also receiving applications for the Sandy RISE di-

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saster declaration. It is located in the following community and is open as indicated until further notice:

Atlantic County City of Atlantic City - City Hall Room 129 1301 Bacharach Blvd Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401 Opening: Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016 Days: Monday - Friday Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

“Businesses and nonprofit organizations of any size may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business a sset s ,” s aid SBA’s New Jersey District Director Alfred Titone.

For small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small aquaculture businesses and most private nonprofit organizations of all sizes, the SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. EIDL assistance is available regardless of whether the business suffered any physical property damage.

“Loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace dam- aged or destroyed real estate.

Homeowners and renters are eligible for loans up to $40,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed p e r s o n a l property,” said Frank Skaggs, director of SBA’s Field Operations Center East in Atlanta.

Interest rates are as low as 4 percent for businesses, 2.625 percent for nonprofit organizations, and 1.813 percent for homeowners and renters with terms up to 30 years. Loan amount and terms are set by the SBA and are based on each applicant’s financial condition.

Applicants may be eligible for a loan amount increase up to 20 percent of their physical damages, as verified by the SBA for mitigation purposes. Eligible mitigation im-

provements may now include a safe room or storm shelter to help protect property and occupants from future damage caused by a similar disaster.

Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBA’s secure website at https:// disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.

Businesses and Individuals may also obtain information and loan applications by calling the SBA’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 (1-800877-8339 for the deaf and hard-of-hearing), or by emailing disastercustomerservice@sba. gov. Loan applications can also be downloaded at www.sba.gov/disaster. Completed applications should be returned to the center or mailed to: U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.

The filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage is April 22, 2016. The deadline to return economic injury applications is Nov. 22, 2016.

For more information about the SBA’s Disaster Loan Program, visit www.sba.gov/disaster. ■

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Naturally Clean for Spring A surprising way to make spring cleaning simple

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iping away the grime of winter doesn’t have to mean launching an attack with dangerous chemicals. As you tackle this year’s spring cleaning chores, take a note from Mother Nature and rely on the cleaning power of a surprisingly effective natural product: vinegar.

During the last century, vinegar has become increasingly recognized as a low cost and eco-friendly household product. From cooking and canning, to cleaning items indoors and out, homeowners are discovering that this eco-friendly, acetic liquid is as versatile as it is useful.

“Cleaning with vinegar has always been an effective way to banish dirt and grime in kitchens, bathrooms, the garage and the outdoors,” said Mike Smith, executive vice president of sales and marketing at Mizkan Americas, the makers of Four Monks Cleaning Vinegar.

Despite its strong cleaning power, vinegar does have one downfall: its

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distinctive odor. You can experiment with dozens of DIY recipes online to overcome this dilemma, or you can rely on a store-bought non-toxic cleaning vinegar such as Four Monks, which is made from a proprietary process that reduces the strong aroma and leaves a clean, crisp scent.

Learn how vinegar can make it easier to tackle common tasks around the house with these hacks and discover more uses for cleaning vinegar at VinegarTips.com.

In the Kitchen Clean off the blades of a well-worn can opener with an old toothbrush soaked with vinegar to help remove dirt and grease.

Clean your ice/water dispenser by running vinegar through the system. Flush the vinegar out by running water through the system for 30-60 seconds.

Rid your dishwasher of mineral buildup by pouring half a cup of vinegar into the reservoir and running an empty cycle. You can also use vinegar

Deodorize the garbage disposal by pouring in half a cup of baking soda and half a cup of vinegar. Let sit for five minutes then run hot water down the disposal.

Avoid using toxic chemicals where you store food; wipe up spills in the fridge with vinegar. in the dishwasher instead of another glass cleaner to keep your glassware sparkling.

Renew sponges and dishrags by placing them in just enough water to cover them. Then add one-fourth cup of vinegar and let them soak overnight.

Remove dark stains on an aluminum pot by boiling two cups of vinegar. For stained and smelly plastic food containers and lunchboxes, wipe them with a cloth dampened with vinegar.

To clean a grease-splattered oven door window, saturate it with vinegar.

Keep the door open for 10-15 minutes before wiping with a sponge.

In the Bathroom Rid a faucet of lime deposits by tying a plastic bag containing one-third to onehalf cup of vinegar around it and leaving it there for two or three hours. Wipe down with a sponge and scrub any remaining deposits with an old toothbrush. The same approach can be used to remove buildup on a showerhead.

The fizzing combo of vinegar and baking soda can unclog and remove odor from a tub drain. Pour half a cup of baking soda in the drain, then follow with two cups of hot vinegar. Immediately plug the drain with a rag to keep the bubbles contained for 10 minutes. Rinse by pouring a kettle of boiling hot water down the drain.

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cent. Likewise, Sanders snatched 86.1 percent of the vote in Vermont. Those are mandates and crushing victories.

In other states like Oklahoma, Sanders got 51.9 percent to Hillary’s 41.5. That’s a clear majority because it’s over 50 percent. In Minnesota, Sanders received 61.7 percent. Another clear majority. When Trump gets 38.8 percent in Georgia, this is not any kind of majority. Likewise he got 32.7 percent in Arkansas and just 38.9 percent in Tennessee.

Also omitted are what Trump’s electoral results may mean in a general election (again, limited context) because let’s take one of his best results, Massachusetts at 49.3 percent (with heavy voting by Independents and Democrats in the GOP primary). Since Republicans are just 23 percent of registered voters in the nation, extrapolating his win means that if he got the same support across the GOP nationwide that would translate into just 11.3 percent of the entire American electorate which is a sure way to replicate a Barry Goldwater-like crushing defeat in the general election (Goldwater got 38.47 percent of the popular vote and just 52 votes in the Electoral College). If Trump were racking-up results like Hillary and Sand-

ers in their big wins then it would mean he’s got the backing of the Republican rank-and-file but this context is never mentioned on air.

Key omission number five – no pressing follow-ups – on-air personalities hardly ever press Trump in particular with follow-up questions on any given subject when he evades or ignores the question or gives an obfuscating answer. Most on-air people just move on to the next question hoping for a better answer to that one so he gets away with providing no answers to the American people. A key example of this has been an utter dearth of follow-ups about his releasing of his income tax returns despite the IRS clearly saying that anyone can release their returns even if those returns are being audited and that non-audited returns from earlier years can also be released and Trump gets away with this time and time again.

Key omission number six – Poll results and bandied about with much breathless excitement but hardly ever mentioned are the dates when the poll was conducted, how many voters were polled out of how many registered voters (a quarter percent anyone?), how the poll was conducted (i.e., by landline telephone which is how most polls are done, which is not an accurate way to reach a broad cross-section of Americans in 2016) and what are the demographics of those polled? Yet a poll of 1,000 people reached via landline three days before is presented as the sentiments of the American people and can become self-fulfilling prophesies.

What all this says is that sadly broadcast news is terribly superficial and ephemeral and underscores the essential nature of print and web journalism to provide deeper analysis, context and perspective for the average American voter. Unfortunately, most Americans still get most of their news and information from broadcast and cable news which may partly explain why the country is beset and saddled with the kind of underwhelming candidates we’ve got for 2016 from both parties.

but he’s great with money! Really? Have his supporters given any thought to his proposed tax plan, whose tax cuts will add over 20 trillion dollars to the nation’s debt?

What about Trump Mortgage, which Mr. Trump initiated back in 2006, saying, “I think it’s a great time to start a mortgage company...the real estate market is going to be very strong for a long time to come.” A year later, the economy began an epic

meltdown and Trump Mortgage slid into oblivion. In fact, the CEO that was hand-picked by Trump was a guy named E.J. Ridings. It was reported that Ridings fabricated parts of his resume, reports that were publicly available a year before Trump made him his number one guy.

Let’s not forget about our local economy, and Donald Trump’s bankruptcy filings, which totaled over $1.8 billion in debt. Let’s not forget the

5,000 men and women who lost their jobs due to his mismanagement and greed-laden blindness. Let’s not forget the failed bid by a Trump-led consortium to build casinos in Philadelphia, which would have extracted more blood from the stone of South Jersey. Let’s not forget any of Mr. Trump’s misdeeds, and let’s always remember those friends of ours in the Republican Party who launched him to the top of their ticket.

Sixty years ago, most families could live comfortably on the earnings of one parent. Housing then consumed only 25% of family income. Most American families who worked hard, saved, and invested, enjoyed the comfort and security of paid-off homes, and good pension or investment income when they retired. Most Americans felt free to express their political beliefs without losing their jobs or businesses. Most politicians who failed to keep their promises were disgraced and voted out of office.

America today seems closer to the Europe of the Middle Ages that our ancestors escaped from. Today, high taxes and a complicated web of laws, regulations, permits, licenses, and lawsuits make it almost impossible for most ordinary Americans to succeed in business or professions.

As in the Middle Ages, wealth and success is increasingly limited to those with inherited wealth and political connections. Massive illegal immigration and crooked “fair trade” treaties have depressed wages and killed jobs.

Unprecedented numbers of poorly ed-

ucated, unskilled immigrants are also creating a voting army of occupation that will soon make this “fundamental transforming of America” permanent.

Donald Trump has many flaws. His supporters fully admit that. But he was the first member of the political, business and media nobility to step forward to defend the rights and honor of Middle class Americans who are hurt by this the most. By doing that, he became their champion.

Seth Grossman is the Executive Director of www.libertyandprosperity.org and a Somers Point attorney.

OPINIONS Crimes of Omission ↘Continued from Page 4 they declare the races to be over so early if baffling because you would think it’s in their interest to keep the horse races rolling on and on to generate ratings.

The composition of the populations of many state races ahead favor candidates other than Trump and Hillary but you just don’t hear any of that.

Key omission number four – Donald Trump hasn’t even reached 50 percent of the vote in any state or any race anywhere yet his wins by slim pluralities are presented as resounding mandates and crushing victories over his rivals. No one discusses why Trump can’t reach 51 percent and what it means that roughly 60 to 65 percent of GOP voters are voting against him. If you want to see a resounding victory or mandate from the voters look at Hillary’s results in Alabama where she got 77 percent of the vote or Georgia where she garnered 71.3 per-

Trump champion of the Middle class ↘Continued from Page 4

Trump a Series of Contradictions ↘Continued from Page 4 But they were adored by peasants who had nobody else to defend them.

America today is far different from the Constitutional republic it was only 60 years ago.

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Ocean City Bike Advocates Receive Highest Honor

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ew Jersey’s statewide bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organization has designated Fair Haven Mayor Benjamin Lucarelli and Ocean City bike advocacy group BikeOCNJ as the 2016 recipients of its Advocate of the Year Award. Selected by the Board of Directors of the NJ Bike & Walk Coalition each year, individuals and organizations are given the award in recognition of their excellence in the bicycle and pedestrian advocacy movement.

“This year’s recipients truly distinguished themselves through their highly effective advocacy efforts,” said Brian Stolar, Chair of the NJ Bike & Walk Coalition Board of Directors. “Mayor Lucarelli and BikeOCNJ were instrumental in seeing Complete Streets realized not only as a policy and planning principle, but also as a fully implemented practice that is making their communities safer and more vibrant.”

Mayor Lucarelli and Bike OCNJ, represented by Co-chairs Thomas Heist and Drew Fasy, were presented with their awards at last Saturday’s NJ Bike & Walk Summit at Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey.

The many accomplishments of Ocean City’s BikeOCNJ, under the leadership of Heist and Fasy, date back to 2000 when the group advocated for and successfully obtained the city’s first “Yield to Pedestrian” street signage. The victories continued from there, including the state’s first use of the sharrow, the first Bike Boulevard in a New Jersey town, a riding school bus program, street quilts/art design at four intersections, the city’s first bicycle map, one of the state’s first end-to-end bike ways, an ordinance allowing children to ride their bikes on the boardwalk to get to school, a Complete Streets policy, bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community designation, 40 on-street bike corrals throughout the city, bike racks at all three public schools, a HAWK/ pedestrian crossing signal on busy 9th Avenue, bike lanes and rightsizing of West Avenue and West Atlantic Avenue, and a bicycle safety poster campaign for six bicycle rental companies and the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce public information centers.

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The volunteers of BikeOCNJ have achieved these successes through collaborations forged with community partners, including the mayor’s office and the city council, the police department, the city engineer, Cape May County, the school district, the PTA, and the Chamber of Commerce.

“When you’re passionate, it’s infectious,” said Heist. “People want to jump in and do great things.”

“This year’s recipients exemplify a role model for peers while inspiring teamwork among many and often disparate stakeholders,” said Cyndi Steiner, Executive Director of the NJ Bike & Walk Coalition. “The proof of their efforts is the victories they have achieved for biking and walking in their communities and counties, ultimately making New Jersey a safer, healthier, and more livable state.”

About the New Jersey Bike & Walk Coalition The New Jersey Bike & Walk Coalition is a statewide advocacy organization for bicyclists and pedestrians. NJBWC is dedicated to protecting the rights and safety of New Jersey’s bicyclists and walkers, promoting bicycling and walking for fun, fitness, and transportation, educating cyclists, walkers, and drivers about our rights and responsibilities, and connecting our communities with a smarter transportation system. NJBWC is a collective voice for everyone who believes that a safer, more rideable and walkable New Jersey means a more livable, sustainable New Jersey.

o shave strokes from your golf game, the only equipment you need is a good eraser.”

Although this phrase is uttered jokingly by many golfers, recreational golfers who’ve reached their plateau have had very few other options, until now.

“If recreational golfers insist on following the rules used by the PGA Tour, there’s little they can do to immediately improve their game,” says John Hoeflich, executive director, of the United States Recreational Golf Association (USRGA). “However, if they play by USRGA rules, they do have the option to switch to better equipment.”

The USRGA is the official organization that governs recreational golf. Its rules allow the use of higher-performance golf equipment.

Hoef lich estimates that more than half of U.S. golfers agree with the USRGA rules that permit equipment that “puts fun back in the game, speeds up play and helps achieve better scores.”

Callaway Golf started the recreational equipment movement in 2000 with the ERC II driver.

Now Polara Golf is advancing the movement with its Advantage driver and Ultimate Straight golf balls -- both engineered to eclipse the PGA limits, which means you can’t play them in the Masters or U.S. Open.

David Felker, chief technology officer for Polara Golf, explains, “Our drivers and balls are not intended for the top amateur players and professionals. We purposely designed equipment that exceeds the performance limits accepted by the PGA Tour, so that recreational golfers can experience less frustration, score lower and have more fun.”

A 2012 Google consumer survey revealed that 63 percent of

respondents would consider using golf equipment that provides a performance advantage. This sentiment is shared by the PGA of America president, Ted Bishop, who says, “I think anything we can do to relax the rules, if it means putting non-conforming equipment in the hands of players that enable them to hit the ball higher and farther and enjoy the game more -- what’s the problem?”

According to the National Golf Foundation, golf rounds have fallen by 8 percent since 2007, largely due to the frustrations of the game, excessive play times and high costs.

“The technology now exists to make golf more pleasurable for everyone,” says Felker. “Who doesn’t want to have more fun?”

For more information, visit www.polaragolf.com and www.usrga.org.

Ladies’ Spring Kick-Off Luncheon 6th Annual Ladies Spring Kick-Off Luncheon Saturday, April 2 at 1 pm at Green Tree Golf Course hosted

by Director of Golf Course Operations John C. Hammer, PGA and Golf Operations Supervisor Justin A. Riggs. Come out for lunch, prizes & information about all the Ladies Leagues.

Luncheon cost $20. (Luncheon will be held rain or shine no refunds).

Optional Golf after Lunch for $12 (pay that day at course).

Register by phone, mail, or email contact John or Justin 609 625-9131 Green Tree Men’s Association Green Tree Men’s Association is looking for golfers. Tee Off at 8 am. No tee time needed, no foursome either, everyone who shows up plays. Play when you want, as often as you want, no need to commit to any given day.

Someone is always playing. For further info call the pro shop at (609) 625-9131 or email Justin Riggs @ riggs_justin@aclink.org

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FITX Training Will Change You For The Better

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ITx Training (Functional Interval Training Exercise) has reinvented and revolutionized the sought after and very necessary personal training experience in one gym at a time from coast to coast.

For far too long an individual would walk into a fitness facility and become a member of that gym.

The new members that understood the value in receiving professional direction, training, motivation, fitness education, accountability, safety and results knew they would need a great certified trainers/instructor in their corner in order to consistently reach

their maximum potential which in turn would deliver them their maximum results.

The problem is, the broad range or lack of an individual ‘trainers’ education, passion, experience, safety, affordable pricing and workout creativity varies widely from trainer to trainer and facility to facility. Which in turn causes a client’s training experience (safety, education, results, fun, pricing and likeliness to refer a friend or family member) to also vary widely from client to client due to each trainer doing their own ‘thing’.

What FITx created was a solution, and the across the board guidelines

that any and every potential FITx client should feel and expect to experience in any gym they walk into on the planet that proudly displays they have adopted the FITx Training Series.

After the selective certification and the implementing of FITx certified trainers / instructors and the FITx program within a fitness facility it is with certain confidence that any client who becomes a part of that facilities FITx program, will undoubtedly achieve maximum physical, health and lifestyle changing results through professional functional training for beginners all the way to professional athletes.

With seven themed (specific functional training styles or isolated muscle group options) that are ever changing HIIT Functional Training workouts ranging in group sizes from Team Training (6-18 attendees), Semi-Private Private Training (2-4 attendees) and Personal Training (1 on 1) all instructed by Passionate, Knowledgeable, Safety Oriented, Creative FITx certified instructors for a fraction of what the ‘luxury’ of having a personal trainer costs in most gyms.

FITx has made it an affordable norm to walk into a fitness facility, sign up to be a part of the FITx family and to change your life immediately, physically and overall positively for the better, forever.

Stop into any of the four Island Gym facilities which are proud to be the only facilities in the South Jersey area where you can experience and live the life changing results earned through FITx. Written by FITx National Program Director / Co-Creator Jason Dobson along with FITx National Account Executive/ Co- Creator Jim Rich.

Best Fishing Spots in Atlantic County

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ny angler 16 and older must have a valid license to fish the fresh waters of New Jersey. This includes privately owned lakes and other waters. The fee is $22.50 for ages 1664; seniors pay $12.50. Non-resident fishing license for ages 16 and up is $34. Resident trout stamp is $10.50.

Non-resident trout stamp is $20. Seven-day vacation fishing license (nonresidents only) is $19.50. Two-day vacation fishing (nonresidents only) is $9. For more information visit the NJ DEP Division of Fish and Wildlife, fishing license information page. Remember that all saltwater anglers 16 and older must register with the state. See www. saltwaterregistry.nj.gov.

Atlantic City Gardner’s Basin Marina, North New Hampshire Avenue and the bay, is home to charter boats, sightseeing and fishing cruises. For more information call (609) 348-2880.

Fishing is permitted on the beaches, outside of guarded areas, and from the jetties. The seawall along Sunset Avenue is a popular area for crabbing or fishing from land in the back bay. A

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municipal boat launch (fee required) is located at Albany Avenue and Boulevard Avenue.

Margate Amherst Avenue, bet ween Decatur and Monroe avenues, is home to several marinas and bait and tackle shops, including small boat rentals. Within the marinas are dozens of charter boats available on a daily basis throughout the summer and shoulder seasons. For more information on charters call Capt. Andy’s at (609) 822-0916, or for a family outing on a pontoon rental boat call Ray Scott’s Dock at (609) 822-6819.

Surf fishing is permitted during non-guarded hours.

Ventnor/Ventnor Heights The Ventnor City Fishing Pier is located at Cornwall Avenue and the Boardwalk. The fishing pier offers seasonal rates for fishing or sightseeing.

For additional information, call the piermaster at (609) 823-7944. Along the back bay, a seawall the length of Winchester Avenue is perfect for the family to fish or crab from land. A free boat ramp is located on the bay on Dorset Avenue, where there is plenty of free parking. For more information call (609) 823-7900.

Somers Point John F. Kennedy Park, located on Broadway, offers a boat ramp (fee required) granting access to Great Egg Harbor Bay. Another ramp (fee required) is located at Smith’s Marina, 910 Bay Ave. Along the Bay Front Historic District on Bay Avenue there are several marinas which are home to many party and charter boats.

There is also a crabbing and fishing pier located on the bay off New Jersey Avenue. Restrooms are located nearby.

Brigantine Surf fishing is permitted on non-guarded beaches and at the seawall, Seventh Street north to 14th Street. The old Brigantine Bridge, across Absecon Inlet from Harrah’s Marina, is used as a fishing pier. A public boat ramp (fee required) is located at Sixth and Bayshore avenues on the bay. For more information, call (609) 266-1122.

Leeds Point Seasonal fishing and crabbing are permitted in designated areas of both the Brigantine and Barnegat Divisions of the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge.

These areas include saltwater fishing (from land) at Gravelling Point, Little Beach (with permit), Parkertown Dock Road, Cedar Run Dock Road, and Stafford Avenue.

Boats may be launched at the Brigantine Division’s Scotts Landing boat ramp, located at the end of Scotts Landing Road, off Moss Mill Road at Leeds Point. Freshwater fishing is permitted on Lily Lake in Oceanville. For more information call (609) 652-1665.

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Best Fishing Spots in Atlantic County ↘Continued from Page 24 Freshwater fishing Birch Grove Park, off Mill Road, Northfield. No boats allowed – fish from land. For more information

Trump a Series of Contradictions ↘Continued from Page 12 like a fighter jet. This is a wonderful story of an animal’s ability to beat the odds, with help and nurturing from caring rehabilitators.”

The DEP also issued a Certificate of Appreciation to Joseph Bourlier, the Roxbury resident who reported the injured falcon, enabling it to be taken to the Raptor Trust.

“The area around the Clinton Wildlife Management Area and Spruce Run Reservoir will provide a great deal of protected habitat that will allow this bird to re-enter the wild and become part of recovery for this special species,” Director Chanda said. “It is truly a great day whenever we can make a difference by helping a species that inspires such awe in people and plays such an important role in a balanced ecosystem.”

Naturally Clean for Spring ↘Continued from Page 20 Spray shower doors with vinegar after you’ve squeegeed the glass – or before you turn on the water – to help release hard water deposits.

Clean shower door tracks by filling them with vinegar and letting it sit for a few hours. Pour hot water into the tracks and scrub away any remaining film with a toothbrush.

To make the toilet bowl sparkle, pour in a cup or more of vinegar and let it sit

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call (609) 641-3778 or see www. birchgrovepark.com.

Heritage Pond Park, Mill Road, Absecon. No boat ramp. No outboard motors allowed.

Hammonton State Park, White Horse Pike (Route 30), Hammonton. Car top launch, no outboard motors allowed.

Maple Lake, off Maple Avenue, Estell Manor. Car top launch. No boat ramp. No outboard motors allowed.

Mill Pond, off Mill Road, Port Republic. Car top launch. No boat ramp. Outboard motors allowed.

Makepeace Lake, off Weymouth Elwood Road, Hammonton. Car top launch. No boat ramp. Outboard motors allowed.

Wildlife check-off funds go to support wildlife conservation programs in New Jersey. Details are included in the Form 1040 instructions.

Separate reports highlighting the success of the raptor restoration efforts and providing detailed charts and analysis are available at http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/ensp/raptor_info.htm For more on the Endangered and Nongame Species Program, including facts on species that the program works to protect, visit: www.nj.gov/ dep/fgw/ensphome.htm For more information on the Raptor Trust, visit: http://theraptortrust.org/ For the 16th season, Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey will operate the FalconCam at 101 Hudson Street in Jersey City.

Since 2000, the popular webcam has captured the annual life cycle of a family of state-endangered peregrine falcons nesting on a skyscraper rooftop in Jersey City.

To view the next online during the season, visit: http://www. conservewildlifenj.org/education/ falconcam/

for several hours or overnight. Scrub well with the toilet brush and flush.

Remove old bathtub decals with vinegar heated in the microwave.

In the Laundry Room Remove coffee and tea stains by flushing the area with vinegar, rinsing and repeating. For wine stains, saturate the spot with vinegar and allow it to stand for several minutes.

Then, wash as normal. Tip: For more delicate fabrics or precaution, test on an inconspicuous part of the garment first.

Restore yellowed clothing by soaking garments overnight in a solution of 12 parts warm water and one part vinegar. Wash them the following morning.

Capability Directory for Atlantic County Residents ↘Continued from Page 9 John D. Young Memorial Lions Center for the Blind, 100 Crestview Avenue, (cross Road is Pitney Road) in Absecon. For individuals who are blind or visually impaired, The Lions Center provides a variety of services which include peer support and recreation. Contact the center for details 609-677-1199.

The Mental Health Association of Atlantic County/ I.C.E. (Individuals Concerted in Effort). These non-profits provide many types of educational programs, peer support, and recreational trips. The Mental Health Association of Atlantic County, 4 East Jimmie Leeds Road, Suite 8, Galloway, NJ 08205 609652-3800, 609-272-1700, mhaa@ mhanj.org Senior Centers Congregate Program serves individuals sixty (60) years of age and older at the nine centers located throughout Atlantic County. The centers offer a variety of activities including crafts, line dancing, computer classes, self-defense courses and bingo. A lunch time meal is served daily. There is no charge to participate however, a $1 donation is requested to enhance the program.

For details visit web page or contact Atlantic County Intergenerational Services 1-888-426-9243 The Field of Dreams at Hackett Park in Absecon is an accessible

Soak new garments in a few cups of vinegar for 10-15 minutes before washing to stop dyes from running in the wash.

If frequent ironing has left your iron plate dirty, make a paste from one part vinegar and one part salt to scrub it clean.

Remove scorch marks from an iron by rubbing it with a warm solution of equal parts vinegar and salt. If that doesn’t work, use a cloth dampened with vinegar.

Forgot that you left wet laundry in the machine and it now smells moldy? Pour a few cups of vinegar in the machine and wash the clothes in hot water. Then run a normal cycle with detergent to rinse the clothes.

baseball field that is barrier free with a surface that allows wheelchairs and walkers to be used by the athletes. Currently, approximately hundreds of youngsters and adults participate on multiple teams during Spring and Fall seasons. There are no fees for participation and the organization is an all-volunteer group that accepts athletes from any municipality in South Jersey and regardless of an individual’s disability.

Call 609-641-1706 for info or visit their web site.

NJ State Library Talking Book and Braille Center. The Mays Landing Branch of the Atlantic County Library system is a regional center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Program (DHHAP) via a grant from the NJ State Library. Visit their site for further information. The primary services of the New Jersey Library Talking Book and Braille Center are available without charge to anyone living in New Jersey who for any physical reason cannot read regular printed books. Readers served by the Library include people with a physical disability that prevents them from holding a book or turning its pages. Individuals with a learning disability that is certified by a medical doctor may also use the Library’s services. The Library provides informational and recreational books in Braille, cassette, and large print. The collection has more than 60,000 book titles and 76 periodicals available. Machines for playing the recorded materials are available on loan. The Library will mail materials directly to the person’s home. There are no fees.

For additional info/application call 1-800-792-8322 or TTY (877) 882-5593.

Prevent lint from clinging to clothes by adding half a cup of vinegar to the wash cycle.

What Is Vinegar?

Vinegar is the acetic liquid that results when a product containing sugar is allowed to ferment. Vinegar can be created from nearly any product containing sugar; fruit and grains, such as barley and corn, are common sources of vinegar.

All vinegars are diluted with water to the preferred acidity before bottling. This acetic quality is what enables vinegar to effectively clean while being safe for the body and the environment.

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Explore Local History

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bsecon Lighthouse and Lighthouse Keeper’s Museum, 31 S. Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City. Open daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Parking is free.

Absecon Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse in New Jersey and the third tallest masonry lighthouse in the country. Used from 1857 to 1933, it represents a part of Atlantic City’s nautical past. For those unable to climb, there is a live feed from the top of the tower. The attached museum includes exhibits on Fresnel lenses.

Lighthouse climb costs $7 for adults, $5 for seniors 65+, $4 for ages 4-12, $3 for Atlantic City residents with ID. Admission is free for active military personnel and kids under 4. Dogs are welcome. Call (609) 449-1360.

African American Heritage Museum, 661 Jackson Road, Newtonville. Open 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Located in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center, the museum showcases the artwork and local history of African Americans.

Exhibits include more than 7,000 pieces of memorabilia from the Civil Rights Movement. Admission is free; donations are welcomed. Call (609) 704-5495.

Atlantic City Historical Museum, THIS MUSEUM IS CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR STORM RELATED REPAIRS; check the website below for update information. Garden Pier, New Jersey Avenue and Boardwalk, Atlantic City. Open daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Admission is free; parking is located in the lot across from the museum. The rotating exhibits include photography and artifacts celebrating Atlantic City and all of its charms. Call (609) 3475839.

Atlantic County Parks Historical Sites, our parks offer three historical sites to explore; Bethlehem Loading Company, Estellville Glassworks and Weymouth Furnace.

Atlantic Heritage Center, 907 Shore Road, Somers Point. Open 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Home life of Atlantic County is preserved in this museum.

With over 20,000 items, there is something of interest for everyone.

Admission is free; call ahead for tour guides. Call (609) 927-5218.

Brigantine Beach Historical Museum and Society, 3607 Brigantine Blvd., Brigantine. Open from Memori-

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ship models and tools used by local baymen and shipwrights. Call (609) 927-8293.

Linwood Historical Society, 16 Poplar Ave., Linwood. Open 10 a.m.–noon Tuesday. The museum is located in the Leedsville School, a one-room schoolhouse from 1873, and contains photographs, information and records from 19th and 20th century Linwood. Call (609) 927-8293.

Longport Historical Society, 2301 Atlantic Ave., Longport. Open 9 a.m.– noon Saturday. A nationally registered historical place, the museum is located in a Coast Guard Station from 1939.

Photos and artifacts detail the first summer cottages to come to Longport.

Also featured are jail cells used in the 1950s. Call (609) 822-3770.

Absecon Lighthouse al Day to Columbus Day, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Monday through Saturday, and 1–4 p.m. Sunday. The museum includes photographs and artifacts from the 19th and 20th centuries. Explore the rich history of this tiny island. Call (609) 266-9339.

Casto House and Northfield Museum, Birch Grove Park, Northfield.

Open 1–3 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday and by appointment. View the history of Northfield through photographs and memorabilia. Call (609) 383-1505.

Lucy the Elephant, 9200 Atlantic Ave., Margate. Open 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Monday thru Saturday and 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on Sundays. Since being built in 1881, Lucy has represented the Jersey Shore and is a National Historical Landmark. Take a tour of the six-story pachyderm and visit its gift shop.

Food is available at Lucy’s Beach Grille.

Admission to Margate’s most famous resident is $8 for adults, $4 for children under 12. Call (609) 823-6473.

Risley Homestead House Museum, 8 Virginia Ave., Northfield. Open 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Saturday and 1–4 p.m. Sunday. Oystermen called this house home since 1790. See what a two-bedroom

farmhouse looked like back in the 18th century. Call (609) 927-5218.

Somers Mansion House Museum, 1000 Shore Road, Somers Point. Visit the oldest standing house in Atlantic County. The house was built in 1725

by Richard Somers, operator of the first ferry across Great Egg Harbor Bay. It was continuously occupied by the Somers family for more than 200 years and is now a state historic site.

Call (609) 927-2212 for hours.

Somers Point Historical Society, 745 Shore Road, Somers Point.

Open 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturday, 7–9 p.m. Tuesday, and 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Thursday. Historical artifacts, scrapbooks and over 2,000 vintage photos all document the growth of Somers Point. The museum is located next to City Hall. Free parking. Call (609) 927-2900.

Township of Hamilton Historical Society, 49 Mill St., Mays Landing.

Open 6:30–9 p.m. Thursday. Visit this one-room schoolhouse and discover the history of Hamilton Township through photographs and historical pieces. Call (609) 909-0272.

Ventnor City Historical Society, 6500 Atlantic Ave., Ventnor. Open 5–8 p.m. Wednesday; 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Thursday and Friday; and 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturday. Learn about the cultural and natural history of Ventnor.

Call (609) 487-2226.

Egg Harbor City Roundhouse Museum, 533 London Ave., Egg Harbor City. Open 1–4 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday. Exhibits include items historically significant to Egg Harbor City from Liberty Glass, C.P. Leek & Sons boats and the local clothing and wine industry. The museum resides in the Dr. Smith’s Neutral Water Health Resort building, which is on the National Historical Register. Admission is free. Call (609) 965-9073.

Greate Egg Harbour Historical Society, 6647 West Jersey Ave., Egg Harbor Township. Open 1–3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The museum displays artifacts, documents and photographs illustrating the history of the Egg Harbor area. Call (609) 813-2002.

James Kirk Maritime Museum, 301 Davis Ave., Linwood. Open by appointment only. Located in the Linwood Library, the museum houses

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Hometown Hero: Allie Nunzi Yoga program embraces special needs students “exactly as they are”

By Sarah Fertsch

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he hum echoes across the dark, wood floors, beyond the clear, glass windows. It emanates from the studio into the café next door. The yogis, kneeled on mats, close their eyes and breathe.

Together, they are at peace.

While many can’t sit still for more than a few seconds, the yogis collaborate in chant. A boy jumps up and down on his mat. A mother coos her daughter to follow the instructor.

This is Heart of Glory, a program offering free yoga sessions to families with special needs children.

“This program not only provides an opportunity for families with special needs, but it embraces them exactly as they are,” said Cindy Christy, who has a son with autism. “They are valued participants. There are no judgements. That is success. And it’s all thanks to Allie.”

Allie Nunzi, who began the program just two weeks ago, also owns Grace and Glory Yoga. The 30 year old from Ocean City says that yoga is more than an exercise. It’s mental healing.

“Yoga is healing with the consequence of dealing with yourself,” Nunzi said.

Allie Nunzi Nunzi explained that her studio, following Baptiste style of yoga, emphasizes that any state of mind is expressed physically through tightness in the muscles or even headaches. Yoga uses slow, isometric movements to “heal the body and the mind”.

Nunzi is a prime example of the healing power of Baptiste yoga. When she was a rower at EHT High School, Nunzi developed disordered eating and body image issues. She says that yoga saved her life.

“Yoga asks us why we feel this way, or that way. Self-worth is the side effect,” Nunzi said.

Nunzi has used this experience to heal others. She opened Grace and Glory yoga in 2012 with a goal to not only make money, but to give back to the community.

As an active member of the African Yoga project, Nunzi is working with a committee to teach yoga to impoverished villagers in Kenya. At her studio, Nunzi offers classes, where 100% of the proceeds are donated to the Project.

Nunzi emphasizes “yoga shifts the culture,” especially in Atlantic City.

Her studio works with the Boys and Girls Club of Atlantic City, where she leads yoga sessions, and reminds the students of their own self-worth, and potential for success.

“Come as you are,” said Nunzi.

“It doesn’t matter if you are overweight, the able, disabled, sick, or healthy. Yoga heals, and yoga is for everyone.”

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