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Acme Store In Barnegat Expected To Open February, Official Says

–Photo by Daniel Nee The signs are up for Acme in Barnegat at the long-vacant Genuardi’s site, planned to open in February. By Daniel Nee ship] that its anticipating opening is in early The Genuardi’s space, once the anchor BARNEGAT – After years of vacancy, the February,” said Commiteeman Albert Bille. store in the Barnegat Village Square shopformer Genuardi’s store in Barnegat will Acme, he said, has had its application to ping center on West Bay Avenue, has been reopen as an Acme in February, according open reviewed by the township’s zoning, vacant since it closed in late 2012. The cloto one local official. building and plumbing inspectors, and work sure left Barnegat without any supermarket “The contractor has informed [the town- on a rooftop HVAC unit is underway. (Acme - See Page 4)

Suspension Of LBI Replenishment Project Draws Criticism From State, Local Officials

By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – Work on an island-wide beach replenishment project has been stopped in its tracks following a decision by the Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company to halt operations so its dredge boats could be moved to other projects. The decision by the company to stop work on the Long Beach Island beach replen-

ishment and dune building project until sometime in the spring has drawn harsh criticism by state and local officials, who say the project’s completion is central to protecting the island from storm damage during the spring nor’easter and 2016 hurricane seasons. “By suspending its Long Beach Island (Replenishment - See Page 12)

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Barnegat Holds Off On Revision To Secondhand Dealer Regulations

By Daniel Nee BARNEGAT – Following a protest by several antique and consignment shop owners at a recent meeting of the township committee, Barnegat officials agreed to hold off on a revision to its secondhand dealer ordinance that the business owners claim would be a hardship. In July 2015, the committee revised its secondhand dealer ordinance to exempt antique shops and used clothing stores from numerous requirements aimed at helping police track down those suspected of turning in stolen items for cash. The business owners said their merchandise – antiques and used children’s clothes – were not the types of goods stolen by thieves or drug addicts to be turned in. Additionally, since hundreds of articles of clothing or estate items can be turned in during a single day, there would be no conceivable way to catalog and photograph each, as the ordinance requires, the business owners said. The ordinance, as revised, would require all businesses that purchase secondhand goods to photograph the seller, each individual item and transmit the photographs and identification information on each seller (Secondhand - See Page 4)

FREEHOLDER LACEY RESIGNS

By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – Freeholder Jim Lacey submitted a letter of resignation on December 31, creating a vacancy for the county board of freeholders that the county party chairman said would be filled within 35 days after a county convention is called. Lacey, of Brick, had served as a freeholder since 1993. His term was to end January 2017. Freeholder Director John Bartlett announced Lacey’s resignation December 31 from the five-member, all-Republican board of chosen freeholders. The freeholders

meeting after this announcement, the annual reorganization meeting, was January 6, after presstime. For updates to this story, visit micromediapubs.com. According to a report in the Asbury Park Press, the Lacey vacancy would be filled by a convention of the county Republican party, called by party chairman George Gilmore, who told the Press that Virginia Haines was the likely frontrunner to fill the vacancy. Lacey, who was also serving on the (Resignation - See Page 4)

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in town, forcing residents to travel to Lacey or Stafford townships to shop. The shopping center is owned by Walters Group. “The loss [of Genuardi’s] was significant,” Mayor Susan McCabe said previously. “We actively tried to reach out to every supermarket chain we ever heard of and those we never hear of. We personally invited them to

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Brick Municipal Utilities Authority as its executive director, earned an annual base salary of $192,280 from the MUA. However, the MUA is advertising the position. Lacey’s appointment as executive director was to expire this year. The county Republican convention would also likely nominate a replacement for Freeholder Jack Kelly, who was nominated by Gov. Chris Christie to the state Parole Board. If his appointment is confirmed by the state Senate, Kelly would be required to resign as a free-

look here and consider being here.” Acme has recently expanded its presence in Ocean County. The supermarket chain, owned by Albertson’s, recently purchased two stores – in Stafford Township and Ortley Beach – formerly owned by the now-bankrupt Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company. Additionally, in 2015, Acme opened a new store in Long Beach Township double the size of its previous location there. The chain also operates a store in Tuckerton.

holder as well. Lacey’s resignation and Kelly’s anticipated one is related to state law that says in order to collect a pension one must resign all paid public positions invested in the state Public Employees Retirement System, Bar tlett told the Press. The annual stipend for the freeholder seat is $30,000. If a second vacancy is created by Kelly’s resignation, only a quorum will remain on the freeholder board. As of presstime, no date had been announced for the convention, but the party has 35 days from the announcement of a vacancy to hold one and elect a successor.

Clothing Bins Open SHIP BOTTOM – The Ship Bottom Police Department announced sites for community clothing donation boxes in the

borough. Locations are at the Borough Hall located at 17th Street and near the library at 3rd Street and Central Avenue.

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to the police department, where personnel add it to a database that can be compared to theft reports. Secondhand dealers must also keep an item on hand for 10 days before selling it in case it must be returned to its rightful owner. “We were all stunned to see that this was brought back to the table,” said Karen Barchi, owner of Bay Avenue Antiques. “All of our small businesses that deal in used items are at risk again.” Barchi said owners of secondhand shops that were exempt now feel as if they were being “stabbed in the back.” Tony Greco, owner of Greco Jewelers, said he agrees that the ordinance should apply to his business, which buys jewelry, but antique and consignment dealers should continue to be exempted. “For an antique store who might buy boxes and boxes of stuff in one day, to report that by the end of the day, is impossible,” said Greco. “Who’s stealing baby clothes?

I don’t understand how that’s going to help catch thieves.” Police Chief Arthur P. Drexler said the exemption is, indeed, making it more difficult for officers investigating thefts, especially those looking to sell items for drug money. “They’re stealing Preparation H out of the stores, they’re stealing toothbrushes, and just selling to whoever is willing to buy it,” he said. Additionally, said Drexler, there is a fear that if Barnegat’s secondhand ordinance is perceived as weaker than those in neighboring towns, pawn shops and similar stores may proliferate in town. “We do not want businesses coming into town and bringing in that element,” said Drexler, relaying a story of how one of his detectives recently spoke to the owner of a pawn shop in a nearby town who was considering relocating to Barnegat. Ultimately, Committeeman Al Bille moved to table the ordinance, saying the matter should be revisited in the future after further discussions with law enforcement and business officials.

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Featured Letter New Jersey Takes Childhood Lead Poisoning Seriously Every day in New Jersey, in local health departments, community health centers, doctors’ offices, WIC clinics and in home visits with at-risk populations, health professionals are conducting blood tests for children to see if they have elevated levels of lead. Every day these professionals and many others, including partners and stakeholders in public education, teach families about how to prevent lead poisoning, which can cause behavior and learning problems, lower IQ, hyperactivity, slowed growth, hearing problems, anemia and kidney damage. Each year, the Department spends $11 million to support evidence-based home visitation programs. These programs bring nurses, community health workers and, in some cases, trained parents into the homes of at-risk families to provide information on lead poisoning and referrals on child health and safety issues. Other Health Department programs educate mothers in the Women, Infant and Children program—known as WIC. In fact, every mother or caregiver who enters one of the state’s 100 WIC clinics is interviewed to check that their child has been tested for lead. If they have not, they are referred to a clinic or physician for immediate testing. If a child’s tests show elevated levels of lead in the blood, the family is warned about potential sources of lead exposure in the home. These can include chipped paint and unsafe imported products. The family is advised of the benefits of foods rich in Iron, Vitamin C and calcium. For years, New Jersey’s poison

control center, the New Jersey Poison Information and Education System (NJPIES), has used its state funding for lead poisoning education, including a 24-hour hotline (1-800-2221222). The agency also has issued numerous warnings about non-traditional sources of lead poisoning, such as imported candies, jewelry, cosmetics, spices, pottery and home remedies. The number of New Jersey children with lead poisoning has dropped 75 percent over two decades from 13,448 in 1996 to 3,426 cases today. And the number of children who are tested for lead each year has increased to more than 200,000 children in the past fiscal year. After Superstorm Sandy devastated New Jersey— heightening the risk of lead exposure because of debris from thousands of destroyed homes—the Health Department procured a $5.4 million federal grant to fight lead poisoning. More than 14,150 children, pregnant women and recovery workers have been tested so far in the Superstorm Sandy project including nearly 5,000 people in Monmouth, 3,320 in Essex, 3,000 in Hudson and 1,300 in Ocean counties. Certainly challenges remain as long as there are children with lead poisoning, but county and local public health officials, doctors, nurses and community health workers strive every day to reduce and prevent childhood lead poisoning. Acting Health Commissioner Cathleen D. Bennett New Jersey Department of Health

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Letters To The Editor Holiday Dinner For Homeless About two weeks ago I received a call from Sgt. Chris Hill, the head of the Police Athletic League. He asked if I would meet him at the Colonial Diner in Howell for lunch. When I arrived, Chris said he wanted to introduce me to the owner of the restaurant, Pete. As I am shaking Pete’s hand, he begins to tell me that he and his family would like to host a special Christmas dinner just for the homeless. Pete then turns to introduce me to his wife and daughters who help him run the diner. With smiles on their faces, they reassure me they really want to do this. We set the date, and Pete tells me we will start at three o’clock when the diner closes for the day, so we can have the whole place to ourselves. I thanked Pete and his family and told them that I would see them on the 18th. Later that day, I stopped by the camps and when I began to tell the homeless about the invitation, everyone started getting excited. They don’t get invited out very often. The day before the dinner, I received a call from Jeff Mayfield, a retired police captain from the Howell force, saying he had secured a van from his church for transportation. Jeff has always been friendly toward the homeless. He would repeatedly call to check on me, and the homeless in Tent City. Jeff

is a real good-hearted man. Many of the homeless haven’t seen each other since the dispersion of Tent City, and as Jeff and I made our rounds to the camps to pick everyone up, they excitedly talked to each other to try to catch up on the news since they last saw each other. Jeff and I had to make two trips with the 15-passenger van to pick everyone up. When we arrived at the diner, Santa was outside to greet everyone with a hearty Merry Christmas. As we went inside, we were greeted with a warm welcome, and smiles from Pete and his family. As the homeless took their seats in anticipation of the festivities, we opened up with a prayer for blessings on everyone. Then we lined up for the buffet style dinner as Pete, his family and Chris Hill served out the food. It was good to hear the chatter of the homeless as they enjoyed the delicious food, and each other’s company. As we were eating, Pete’s daughter Danni (Danielle) came from behind the counter and with tears in her eyes, extended a formal welcome to everyone, saying “If this dinner has brought you joy and contentment, it is nothing in comparison to the joy and contentment we are receiving having the honor of serving you.” Wow, that’s the Christmas spirit! After everyone was finished eating and had their dessert, I couldn’t resist saying a few words to try

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to encourage the homeless as I realized the toughest time of the year was just around the corner for them. I started by reading the Christmas story and ensured them that better days were coming, when peace on earth will be a daily reality, and homelessness will not exist in our world anymore. After everything was said and done and the homeless were fed in body and spirit, we said “thank you” to Pete and his beautiful family. The homeless couldn’t stop mentioning how wonderful everything was and how they enjoyed themselves tremendously. Thank you Pete, and your exceptional family for making our Christmas a whole lot brighter! Minister Steve Brigham Homeless Advocate

Mankind Has Always Loved War First we had the League of Nations, now we have the U.N. For those who are too young to remember the League of Nations, it was created after the first World War. Most people don’t realize or care that millions of people were slaughtered. The real reason for the war, people are still not su re. Isn’t that true with all wars? Nobody really wins a war. There are only losers. Af ter the f irst World War, the League of Nations was formed, for this was called the war to end all wars (another sad joke). It seems that mankind will never lear n the lesson, and wars will go on. The Leag ue of Nations was formed so men could sit down and be reasonable and talk out their problems. It was a world order that would end all future wars. T hey were to sit down and work out their problems and prevent war. It sounds good and made sense, but it had no power at all. It was formed with the idea that mankind was civilized. It was doomed

to fail from the start, and before long it was disbanded. Another step back for mankind. Time passed and then the great minds of the world decided we need another world body that would help keep the peace, a place where all the world could be heard. Only this time it would have power and not just words. So the United Nations was formed. This body would have an army if needed. Sounds good. They forgot one thing: you can only have peace if the wo rld w a nt s t o. O n c e a g a i n r og ue c ou nt r ie s would not abide by the world laws and war went on. The U.N. tried to prevent war and keep peace. The U.N. was also to help countries in need. There would be no more hunger. It sounded good and made sense. All it did was create a world stage for countries to expand their politics. War went on and hunger grew. The U.N. was no more t h a n a p ol it ic a l b o d y. There were those nations that t r ied thei r best to keep the peace and feed the world. Money was not the problem, for the countries would all support the millions of dollars that were wasted and programs came to a stop. Instead of moving forward, it moved backward. It has reached a point that once again we have a do-nothing body. The people of the world were forgotten and war goes on. So the real question is: Will mankind ever have peace? It looks rather slim. It seems that we will never be civilized. We will neve r lea r n t he lesson that wars are only lost, not won. I for one hope that mankind will see the light, and peace will come to the world. This is one man’s opinion. Herb Greenberg, Jr. Brick

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Spotlight On Government Capitol Comments

9th Legislative District - Serving Lacey

Gove Named To Veterans PTSD Task Force

NEW JERSEY – Legislative District Assemblywoman Dianne C. Gove has been selected to serve as a member of a task force that is being established to study

how veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are treated in judicial proceedings. “Serving as a member of the Task Force is a tre-

mendous privilege in that it affords me the a unique oppor t u n it y to f u r ther represent the interests of our veterans,” said Assemblywoman Gove, who has

served on the Assembly Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee since being elected to the Assembly in 2009. “Post-traumatic stress

disorder is one of the most serious issues confronting our veterans. As such, we have an obligation to better understand its implications of post-traumatic stress

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disorder in judicial proceedings for those who have served our nation,” she said.

From The Desk Of The Governor - Governor Chris Christie

Christie Administration Announces $5.5 Million To Improve Health Care For Veterans

NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Health announced $5.5 million in grants to implement programs and innovations that will improve health care for veterans and their families throughout the state. Studies show veterans experience a host of service-related and other health issues following their time in the military. One in five homeless Americans are

veterans, and nearly 60 percent of homeless vets are minorities. “In order to help close the gap of unmet veteran needs, the program grants we are announcing will help provide evidence-based screening and treatment to this population,” said Acting Health Commissioner Cathleen Bennett. “These projects will ensure veterans across New Jersey

receive the primary care and behavioral health services they need.” The following agencies will share $5 million to leverage and expand existing programs addressing the primary care, behavioral health and social service needs of veterans: $2.05 million to Cooper Health System (Southern New Jersey and Mercer County); $1.55 million to Rutgers

Freeholders Blast Atlantic City Legalized Marijuana Plan

OCEA N COU N T Y – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders is blasting a North Jersey Democrat ic Assemblyman’s plan to bring legalized marijuana to Atlantic City. “This is a ridiculous idea to attract people from other states just so they can get high in Atlantic City,” said Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari. “This is not the element we want at the Jersey Shore.” Vicari, who is liaison to tourism for the county, said what happens in Atlantic City often impacts Ocean County. “Do we want this element in ou r tow ns and on our roads? Absolutely not,” Vica r i said. “We don’t want people smoking pot in Atlantic City then jumping into their

cars and driving north on the Parkway into Ocean County.” Freeholder Deputy Dir e c t o r G e r r y P. Lit t le c a l le d Me r c e r C ou nt y Democrat ic Assemblyman Reed Gusciora’s plan “One of the most ludicrous ideas ever proposed on the Statehouse f loor.” “ O u r O c e a n C ou nt y He a lt h D e p a r t m e nt i s working hard to educate children about the dangers of smoking and drug use,” Little said. “This absurd legislation would legalize the use of a gateway drug when both Atlantic City and surrounding communities are fighting a heroin epidemic.” Little, who is liaison to the county health department, said the move would also send a mixed message to children.

“We’re trying to reduce tobacco smoking, but this proposal says it’s okay to smoke marijuana,” Little said. “T his profou ndly under mines ever y thing we are t r yi ng to do to protect our families and our communities.” Vicari said Ocean County and the entire Jersey Shore is a family vacation mecca. “T he Atla nt ic Cit y Boa rdwal k ha s be e n a magnet for families since the 1870s,” Vicari said. “ T he Boa rdwal k is all about the beach, the Steel Pier, Miss America and Salt Water Taffy. It’s not now and never should be about smoking pot.” Both Little and Vicari are former educators who also noted that recreational marijuana use remains a violation of federal law.

Universit y– Behavioral Healthcare (Central New Jersey and Northern New Jersey); and $1.4 million to Kennedy University Hospital (Southern New Jersey and Monmouth County). The remaining $500,000 will provide wellness and health management services and activities to veterans and their families. These smaller denomination grants will fund a variety of services, including hiring wellness coaches, increasing health awareness through online resources, linking veterans to em-

ployment opportunities and other services that improve care: $50,000 to Zufall Health Center (Sussex and Warren counties); $50,000 to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital– New Br u nswick ( Middlesex County); $50,000 to Catholic Family and Community Services (Sussex County); $50,000 to Deborah Hospital Foundation (Burlington and Ocean counties); $49,999 to Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. (Ocean County); $49,869 to Trinitas Regional Medical Center (Union County); $49,718 to

Governor Chris Christie Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Newark (Bergen, Essex, Hudson and Union counties); $44,902 to Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey, Inc. (Monmouth County); $38,731 to Veterans Foundation of America (Monmouth County); $33,448 to Servicio Latinos de Burlington County (Burlington County); and $33,333 to Rowan University (Camden and Gloucester counties).

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–Photo courtesy Manahawkin Elks MANAHAWKIN – The Manahawkin Elks Lodge hosted its annual Memorial Service ceremony on December 6 in remembrance of deceased members. Pictured left to right: Pete D’Antoni, Tom Baran, Carol Keany, Cathi Landers, Kim England, Tom Kurzweil, Dan Boesman, Rose Sook, Dan Olivier, Cynthia Olivier, Rick Payton and Teri Payton.

Cloverdale Farm County Park Winter Programs

BARNEGAT – Ocean County Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. is pleased to announce the following programs taking place at Cloverdale Farm County Park, Barnegat. All programs require preregistration. Please call 732-506-9090 to reserve your seat. These programs are accessible to all individuals and reasonable special assistance and accommodations are available with prior notice. January 17, February 14 and 28 and March 13, 2 to 3 p.m. – Birding Sundays: Take a free, one-mile walk through the trails of Cloverdale. Please preregister. January 30, February 20 and March 19, 8 to 10 a.m. – Monthly Birding: Join experienced birder Greg Prelich for this free, informative two-hour walk. Please preregister. January 15 and February 19, 7 to 8 p.m. – Owl Prowl: Take a free, guided nighttime walk in search of these nocturnal birds of prey. Please preregister in advance. January 23, 6 to 8:30 p.m. – Full Moon Walk: Explore the bogs under the moonlit sky. Please register in advance. Cost is $6 per person. February 20, 10 a.m. to noon – Build Your Own Bluebird Box: Free event but space is limited so reserve your seat today. One bluebird box per family. Please preregister today. February 23, 2 to 3 p.m. – Cloverdale Farm History Walk and Talk: Walk back into another time and place as you learn more about this unique Ocean County park. Please register in advance. Cost is $6 per person. February 27, 7 to 9 p.m. – Stargazing: Spend the night stargazing through the telescopes of ASTRA (Astronomical Society of Toms River Area).This is a free event, but you must preregister. March 19, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Precious Metal Clay Pendant and Earring Set: During this program, we will get creative while learning how to texture, shape and layer metal clay to form your own unique pieces of jewelry. There is a $5

registration fee. Please have $95 in exact change per person the day of class to cover instructor fees and material costs. January 26, 2 to 3 p.m. – Free Lecture Series: Seats are limited so please register today! The Amazing Cranberry– Learn about the health properties and nutrition benefits of this North American tart berry! February 7, 2 to 3 p.m. – Owls of New Jersey: Whoooo-ever knew owls could be so cool? Join the naturalist staff of Cloverdale Farm County Park as they discuss the common owls of New Jersey and each species’ unique adaptations. February 9, 2 to 3:30 p.m. – Quilt Turning: During this lecture, you will learn about how a quilt’s materials, designs and patterning can reveal its unique history. March 15, 7 to 8 p.m. – Wonders of Winter Birding: Join the President of the Southern Ocean Birding Group, Susan Puder, as she discusses the wonders of birding Barnegat Bay during the wintertime. January 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Basket Making: Seats are limited so please register today! Archer Basket – Learn how this vegetable and fruit picking basket is tied to a Forked River native as you weave your own basket. There is a $5 registration fee per person. Please have $45 exact change the day of class to cover instructor fees and material costs. February 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Nesting Heart Baskets: Do something with the one you love this Valentine’s Day by making a 6-inch and 8-inch nesting heart shaped basket. There is a $5 registration fee. Please have $25 per individual or $45 per couple in exact change the day of class to cover instructor fees and material costs. March 8, 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. or March 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Cattails: Recreate this 36- inch long beauty of the natural wetlands. There is a $5 registration fee. Please have $25 in exact change per person the day of class to cover instructor fees and material costs.

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BARNEGAT – The Walters Group employees collected $4,685 in individual donations and 296 pounds of non-perishable food items during their 10th annual food drive to benefit the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. “We saw a slight uptick in donations this year, which will go a long way in helping those in need in our community,” said Candyce Fleming, purchasing/estimating manager for Walters Group, who acts as the employee coordinator for this charitable activity. “The food drive is a wonderful way to spread good will this season, and we hope 2016 will bring an increase in community awareness. We always appreciate the generosity of our vendors in their support of this event.” Walters Group is committed to being active in the local community where it is based, and the

Quilters’ Guild To Meet This Month MANAHAWKIN – Pieceful Shores Quilters’ Guild will meet at the Pine St. Community Center, 25 Pine Street, on January 20 and 28. Both the January 20 afternoon program, at 1 p.m., and the January 28 evening at 7 p.m., will be a reminiscent tea. For more info, call Barbara at 609-474-7194 or Yvonne at 609 242-5449. Guests and visiting quilters are always welcome.

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TAKING SOME LUMPS If you develop a lump on your eyelid, it could be either a “stye” or a “chalazion.” A stye occurs when an oil or sweat gland in the eyelid (usually in an eyelid follicle) becomes infected with bacteria (i.e., Staphylococcus aurus). Characterized by a small yellowish spot inside an inflamed red pimple, styes occur on the outside of the eyelid and are more painful than chalazia. A chalazion occurs when a “meibomian” or other sebaceous (oil) gland in the eyelid becomes blocked and triggers an immune response. The result is a firm, roundish, and (usually) painless lump, which more commonly forms on the upper eyelid. Never squeeze a stye or a chalazion. Medical treatment may be required. Call us today at 732-349-5622 to schedule an appointment for a comprehensive eye examination. At SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A., we can assist you in making the right decisions about eye care for you and your family. We will help you acquire an understanding of your particular situation and of the treatment options available.

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to some quiet time during these hectic days. Walking the Labyrinth, done at your own pace, takes less than an hour. Clean socks or shoe coverings are required and will be provided, if needed. A finger Labyrinth is available for those who have difficulty walking. Open to all faiths! All are welcome! For more information, please call 609-494-8813 or visit stfrancisparishlbi.org.

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LITTLE EGG HARBOR – There will be a Fishing Flea Market on January 30 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Little Egg Harbor Community Center, 319 West Calabreeze Drive. For event or vendor information, please call Tom Siciliano (732-2676451) or email toms6363@comcast.net.

Sponsored by the Southern Ocean County Chapter of the Sunshine Foundation. The Sunshine Foundation is a national charitable organization established to help fulfill the dreams and wishes of terminally ill, chronically ill, physically challenged and abused children.

Lacey Chamber Hosts Free Networking Event

FORKED RIVER – The Lacey Chamber of Commerce invites all business owners and managers to a free Multi-Chamber Networking Event on January 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Captain’s Inn, 304 East Lacey Rd. Admission is free with your business card (please bring plenty of them for networking).

Light refreshments will be served, and there will also be a cash bar and door prizes. Please register at laceychamberjanuarynetworking. eventbrite.com. Please contact Lisa at 201344-6222 or Jaimee at 609-607-7670 with any questions, or email info@laceychamberofcommerce.com.

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WARETOWN – Each Monday, Waretown hosts a Zumba class with Nyomi from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Township of Ocean Community

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Community News Bringing Holiday Spirit To Senior Residents

MANAHAWKIN – On December 15, 26 student members of Southern Regional Middle School club called Family, Careers and Community Leaders of America travelled to Stafford By the Bay Senior Apartments to bring some holiday joy. FCCLA students brought a holiday party, including homemade cookies and snacks. Each resident was treated with a handmade Christmas stocking and gift. Students and residents had a great time socializing, playing bingo, singing and creating holiday crafts. FCCLA is a nonprofit national career and technical student organization for young men and women in Family and Consumer Sciences education in public and private school through grade 12. Everyone is part of a fam-

ily, and FCCLA is the only national Career and Technical Student Organization with the family as its central focus. Since 1945, FCCLA members have been making a difference in their families, careers and communities by addressing important personal, work and societal issues through family and consumer sciences education. The mission of FCCLA is to promote personal growth and leadership development through family and consumer sciences education. Focusing on the multiple roles of family member, wage earner and community leader, members develop skills for life through: character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge and career preparation.

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FORKED RIVER – Lacey Elk’s Lodge #2518 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is having a Winter Wonderland Special Needs Children’s Charity Ball fundraiser on January 30. The event is being held to raise funds for the Special Needs Children’s Committee (SNCC). One such program that the committee supports is Camp Moore, which is a New Jersey State Elk’s Association major project, dedicated to fun and expanding the life experiences of special needs children. The camp, also known as the Miracle on the Mountain, is located in the Ramapo Mountains and is dedicated to enriching the lives of special needs children. The SNCC holds fundraisers during the year

that support and engage special needs children in activities, programs and events. Adult admission donation is forty dollars per person, which includes hor d’oeuvres, dinner, refreshments, dancing, photo booth, entertainment by DJ Chuck, raffle auction and much more. Doors open at 6 p.m., cocktail hour starts at 6:30 p.m. and the event runs until 11 p.m. Business attire please. For tickets, please call JoAnn Crossley at 732267-3652 or Terri Sullivan at 732-278-0020. Tickets are also available for sale at the Elk’s Lounge. Lacey Elk’s Lodge #2518 is located at 900 Beach Boulevard. Help celebrate over 40 years of supporting Special Needs Children in our community.

Police Implement Safe Exchange Zone

WARETOWN – The Ocean Township Police Department has initiated a new community policing program called “Safe Exchange Zone.” The “Safe Exchange Zone” program is intended to address the safety concerns brought about with online purchases from websites such as Craigslist, eBay, Facebook groups and classified ads, etc., and to provide a safe location for families with visitation rights to make the custodial exchange. The Ocean Township Police Department has no known transactions that have gone awry; however, it is their commitment to always put community safety first. While they are implementing the “Safe Exchange Zone” to provide a safe area for buyers and sellers to meet, it is important to remember that people you meet online are strangers and can pose dangers. Not every buyer or seller you meet online is someone who is true with their intent. This new program is now in effect. The “Safe

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Winter Track team won the 2015 Demarest Invitational in Toms River for the third consecutive year. Both the Boys and Girls Swim teams won the Atlantic City High School Holiday Invitational Meet for the third consecutive year as well.

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Replenishment: Continued From Page 1

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supposed to be completed by mid-May. New Jersey representatives in Washington, D.C. also criticized the decision. In a joint letter penned by U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (D-NJ) and U.S. Rep. Frank LoBiondo (R-2) to the Army Corps, it is expressed that the island’s busy tourism season could be impacted. “If the project is not completed by its previously agreed upon deadline in May, communities risk losing valuable time from the profitable beach season,” the letter said. But more alarming than the potential economic impact, local officials say, is the lack of protection in vulnerable portions of

the island, especially the Holgate section of Long Beach Township. “Our public works crews have pushed up as much sand as possible and right now at high tide, the ocean is right at the toe of the dunes,” Long Beach Township Mayor Joseph Mancini said. “For Great Lakes to leave without replenishing this section of beach is frightening. We feel there is no excuse for them to pick up and leave in the middle of the project.” In addition to Holgate, replenishment has not begun in Beach Haven, Loveladies and North Beach, as well as a small section of Surf City that was not replenished following

Superstorm Sandy in 2012. “There is no reason whatsoever that the beach and dune construction work cannot continue at the southern end of the island,” Commissioner Martin said. “Furthermore, work can and must continue while the state wraps up its legal action to secure the outstanding easements needed in the northern part of Long Beach Island.” A call placed to Great Lakes seeking com ment was not ret ur ned. The project includes the construction of a 22 foot-high protective dune with vegetation, angled crossovers and at least a 200 foot beach berm.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc. Inside The Law

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Applying For Social Security Disability Benefits By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Stacie A. Brustman, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

When a person becomes totally disabled, he or she may be eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits, should this disability occur prior to eligibility for Social Security Retirement Benefits. One should keep in mind, when working with Social Security, you can choose a representative to actually work for you. The Social Security Administration with work with your representative, such as an attorney, providing the appropriate form is executed and submitted. Should you become totally disabled, you should apply for Social Security Disability Benefits immediately. Those benefits will not begin until the sixth full month of your disability. It should be further noted that there is a one month waiting period for benefits. This waiting period begins with the first full month that Social Security determines you to be totally disabled. Applications can be made by telephone or via the internet. If an application is made over the phone, an appointment for same should be made with a representative of Social Security in advance. When applying for benefits, one should keep in mind that it does take longer to process disability claims

than to process general retirement claims. This is greatly due to the time it takes to gather, review and assess the nature of your disability and whether you are able to work in any capacity. An attorney can be helpful in submitting your application for benefits. Working on your behalf, an attorney can be assigned as your representative. All correspondence will then flow through your attorney’s office. This will enable the attorney to facilitate the process by gathering the necessary medical evidence, as well as financial information that is reviewed by the Administration. Should you initially be denied benefits, the attorney can be most helpful in appealing said decision. Furthermore, attorneys who specialize in social security disability benefits applications will be able to assist you in filing in the most expeditious manner. Then, in the event of a necessary appeal, your attorney will have a file containing organized evidence to help facilitate your appeal. Should you have any questions regarding this information or filing for Social Security Disability Benefits, you can contact the attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates and an attorney will be glad to assist you.

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An ear specialist is commonly known as an otolaryngologist or ENT. In most cases, your family physician will refer you to an ENT if you have the following possible complaints: ver tigo/ dizziness, unilateral tinnitus or ringing, ear pain or otalgia, sudden hearing loss, and/or any problem related to your throat or olfactory sense. If your only complaint is decreased hear ing, you r family physician should refer you to an audiologist for a complete evaluation. If during the evaluation, the audiologist documents asymmetrical hearing loss (i.e., one ear better than the other ear), he or she will refer you to an ENT for further diagnostic testing. Most people who are experiencing hearing difficulty have sensorineural hearing loss (i.e., nerve damage) and can only improve their hearing

ability with hearing aids. Communication, socialization and a feeling of well-being are strongly dependent on better hearing. The personal impact of wearing hearing aids goes beyond treatment of a hearing loss. According to The National Counsel on Aging, treatment with hearing instruments relates to improved inter personal relationships with family, reduction in depression, reduction in anger and frustration, improved emotional stability, enhanced group social activity and improved overall health. The next time you see your family physician, educate them about hearing loss. Ask if they routinely screen for hearing loss in their office. Your family physician or general practitioner is the tr ue gatekeeper to better hearing for most people.

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Ninth Year Of Southern Ocean Medical/ Southern Regional Cooperative STAFFORD – On December 16, Dr. Paul Chung, Medical Director of the Cancer Center at Southern Ocean Medical Center, spoke to Southern Regional High School AP Biology and the Anatomy and Physiology classes. This is the ninth year of the cooperative venture between Southern Regional High School and Southern Ocean Medical Center. Dr. Chung told the students that his mission is “To help my patients live and live well.” He gave the students a comprehensive definition of various types of cancer and their treatments. He explored the educational requirements for a variety of careers in medicine. The second part of the program was about nu rsi ng. Professor Stephan ie Chung, an Adjunct Professor of Nursing at Kean University and Stockton Univer-

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Elk’s Lodge Honors Community Heroes

FORKED RIVER – Lacey Lodge #2518 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks held a Community Heroes Appreciation Night on December 19. The event was held by the Lacey Elk’s Lodge Americanism Committee to recognize and acknowledge the volunteer first responder organizations in the community. These responders are the women and men who donate their time, energy and expertise to come to the aid of others in the community. A total of four of eight volunteer organizations were recognized at the event. A repre-

MANAHAWKIN – Community volunteers, alumni and families of Stockton University students, faculty and staff are invited to join the university’s 12th annual Martin Luther King Day of Service on January 18, with projects at Stockton locations in Atlantic, Cape May and Ocean counties. Nearly 1,000 volunteers turned out for the 2015

sentative from each of the four organizations received a certificate of appreciation for their volunteerism, dedication and service to the community, a $250 check made out to the organization and an American Flag lapel pin. The organizations and representatives were as follows: Bamber Lakes Fire Company, Chief Efrain Melendez; Forked River Volunteer Fire Company #1, Chief Ray Brandmahl; Waretown Volunteer Fire Company, President Rick Widmer; and Lanoka Harbor Emergency Medical Services, 1st Lieutenant Jessica Zambujo. Those units

that were unable to attend were Lanoka Harbor Volunteer Fire Company, Lacey Township First Aid Squad, Lacey Township Underwater Rescue and Recovery and Waretown First Aid Squad. Certificates of Appreciation, $250 checks and American Flag lapel pins were delivered to those units that were unable to attend. Special guests Lacey Township Mayor Gary Quinn and Lacey Committeeman Nick Juliano were on hand to help make the presentations to the Community Heroes. Mayor Quinn thanked the recipients and acknowledged the volun-

Stockton To Host MLK Day Of Service

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teer first responder organizations for their service and dedication to the community. He also went on to say “We are so thankful that we have dedicated first responders in our community. We owe them a great debt of gratitude for what they do. They are the real Community Heroes.” The event featured entertainment by Jim Shaw and a buffet dinner. Lacey Elk’s Lodge is located at 900 Beach Boulevard in Forked River. To obtain information about the Lodge or how to become a member, call 609-693-1281.

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Undersheriff Sommeling Retires From Law Enforcement; Past Manchester Chief To Take Spot OCEAN COUNTY – After more than four decades in law enforcement, William T. Sommeling, who currently serves as Ocean County Undersheriff, is closing the books on his lengthy and distinguished career. “This has been a great run,” Sommeling said about his time in law enforcement. “I would do it all over again.” Sommeling’s retirement from the post as Ocean County Undersheriff in the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office began December 31. Combined, Sommeling has served in that position for about 15 years. Brian Klimakowski, retired Manchester Township Police Chief, will be appointed to the position of Undersheriff and was sworn in on January 6. Sommeling started his career in public service in 1955 working for the Borough of Seaside Heights. He served in the Police Department there as patrolman, investigator, undercover agent and sergeant until 1967, when he moved to the larger Dover Township, now Toms River Township Police Department. He also rose to the rank of sergeant there after serving as a patrolman, detective and investigator. He also was the department’s planning officer and project director for several programs that were funded through state and federal grants. In both towns, he did extensive undercover work on narcotics cases. Coincidentally, Sommeling worked road patrols with Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy, who worked for the Dover Township Police Department. “I am happy I could work with him and for him,” Sommeling said. Sommeling first served as Ocean County Undersheriff from 1989 to 2000 under the late Sheriff William L. Polhemus. He returned to the position in 2011, following the sudden death of Undersheriff Wayne R. Rupert. During 2013, he served as acting sheriff following the death of Sheriff William L. Polhemus and continued on as undersheriff following the election of Mastronardy, who took office in 2014. “I have worked with a lot of good people,” Sommeling said. “From Sheriff Polhemus and Sheriff Mastronardy, the Board of Chosen Freeholders, to the entire county family, all of these people are dedicated to helping the citizens of Ocean County.” Sommeling was recognized by the Board of Freeholders during its December 16 meeting. “Bill has served the citizens of Ocean County well,” said Freeholder John P. Kelly, Director of Law and Public Safety. “He is dedicated to the profession of law enforcement. Whether his time served in Seaside Heights, Toms River, in the Prosecutor’s Office or any other rank he has held, he always put our residents first. He is the consummate professional and we wish him well in retirement.” Brian Klimakowski, retired Manchester

Township Police Chief, will be appointed to the position of Undersheriff and was sworn in on January 6. “Brian will do a great job,” Sommeling said. “He is young, energetic and brings a great deal of law enforcement background to the office of Undersheriff. I know he will serve the citizens well.” Mastronardy said Klimakowski’s duties include overseeing the Ocean County Police Academy, Lakewood, training and technology for the department. “Undersheriff Sommeling served a key role in helping during my transition,” Mastronardy said. “Having him here provided me with the historical perspective of the office along with a good understanding of the day to day operations. I wish Bill and his wife Pat nothing but the best.” Sommeling had also served as a Casino Control Commissioner for 11 years, including two years as vice chairman prior to returning to the Sheriff’s Office. He was also assigned to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and served as the Deputy Director of the Ocean County Narcotics Bureau, where he was in charge of all of its field operations. Sommeling said that during his tenure in law enforcement, some of the greatest challenges came from weather related events. Most recently, Sommeling served as the County’s emergency management coordinator during Superstorm Sandy, which struck on his birthday – October 29 in 2012. “The velocity of Sandy was so intense and when it was over we were devastated,” Sommeling said of the storm that slammed the coast. “The work to put the County back together again was one of the greatest challenges we faced. And while that work continues, it was many helping hands that got us back on our feet.” Sommeling reflected on his time in law enforcement, saying you are a police officer 24/7. “It’s on your mind all the time,” Sommeling said. He noted that the most satisfying time is when you know your actions have helped someone. “We help people in all kinds of situations,” he said. “Whether working a patrol or helping collect toys at Christmas, we reach out to the less fortunate and we provide a sense of comfort and stability to all our residents.” Sommeling’s philosophy about the job is simple – anytime you can help someone, do it. “Police officers are a big part of the community,” Sommeling said. “Our actions make a difference.” As he prepares to leave office Sommeling said he will spend his leisure time visiting friends and family and spending time with his children, his 14 grandchildren and his eight great-grandchildren.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Push ahead using people power. Your connections and supporters can give you the knowledge to make your dreams a reality in the week ahead. Set goals for the future and gather information so you make wise choices. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In the beginning of the week it may be difficult to nail appointments to an exact time or to get an accurate appraisal of details. People may be evasive about confidential matters. Avoid heated confrontations. CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the week ahead you may need to back down. Those in close connection may be more interested in achieving their ambitions than playing romantic games with you. Don’t avoid or delay finishing important tasks. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Make prudent choices with your finances and possessions in the week to come. Put the quarter in the bank account instead of in the gumball machine. Your phone may ring off the hook and you may receive some sound advice. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Pamper yourself and make peace. Spend a few dollars on something that makes your job easier or revamp your banking routines in the week ahead. A simple phone call can put things back on track with a family member. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Focusing on unrealistic goals or imagined slights could waste time and energy. Your partner or significant other has the right

idea. Instead of taking the lead and fighting shadows, try being a follower in the week ahead. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your creative juices may flow like the Mississippi in the week ahead. Spend as much time as possible with projects or hobbies that gives you a chance to express inspiring ideas and offer a deep sense of satisfaction. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Buy higher octane gasoline for your car if you hear the engine knocking. But when your personal energies flag you might need more than extra calories. Search for inspirational and encouraging guidance this week. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put the pedal down on your passion. Ambition could be your middle name in the upcoming week. You are capable of accomplishing anything and have the wisdom and good judgment to make shrewd decisions. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You could be more than willing to fight for what you want as the week begins. What you really want is unspoken and may be a hidden passion. Give yourself a few extra days to sort out your feelings before acting. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t be a slave to tradition but don’t throw out traditions without having something to replace them. Embracing novel ideas and progressive philosophies can lead to prosperity and efficiency in the week ahead. (c) 2015 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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Been Caught Stealing Dear Joel I am a woman in my 40s. My issue is this. I work in a big box store and although I don’t make a lot of money, I am happy with my job. I recently figured out that my supervisor is stealing. I have lived with this knowledge for about a month and am terrified about doing anything about it. Answer: First of all thanks for taking me into your confidence. This article never discloses names or other personal information. If you were satisfied with doing nothing you would not have written. I think that you have a few options here. Although not my favorite

idea, you can speak to your supervisor and tell him/her that you are aware of what is going on. You can be sure it will then stop. Being that it is a big box store your supervisor has a supervisor and so on. You can speak with that person as well. You will feel better once you’ve taken care of this. There is no advantage to letting it continue. Good luck. Questions for Joel? Write to preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio.com.

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Easy Hors D’oeuvres For Your Next Big Party By Wolfgang Puck

One of my favorite ways to entertain is with an hors d’oeuvre party. So many other food lovers feel the same way. I would have a hard time finding anyone who doesn’t love a celebration at which delicious bites of food are displayed on one or more buffet tables or passed around, to be enjoyed with wine, beer, cocktails, a homemade punch or even soft drinks. It’s one of the easiest ways to show your friends a good time. Some of the best-planned hors-d’oeuvre parties are those that feature a variety of different foods. I like to offer an assortment of different main ingredients, including seafood, meats, poultry, vegetables, cheeses, breads and fresh fruit. I look to cook them in different ways, too, offering some bites that are baked, others griddled, maybe a few deep-fried items, plus some uncooked foods such as vegetable crudites to enjoy with a selection of dips. You don’t even have to cook everything. Cold cuts, cheeses, vegetables, breads or crackers, and even good-quality precooked jumbo shrimp from the seafood counter or smoked salmon from the deli department need only to be displayed artfully on a platter. Still other items are easy to assemble in advance, requiring only simple, last-minute cooking, in waves, as guests arrive. I’d like to share two such dishes: bite-sized grilled cheese on brioche and bacon-wrapped, Parmesan-stuffed dates. Grilled cheese sandwiches have enjoyed an amazing comeback in recent years, due in part to the ever-growing popularity of Italian-style panini. These crispy sandwiches are usually cooked in an electric panini maker or on double-sided hinged grill, but you can also make them easily with an electric or stovetop griddle. I call for an egg-and-butter-rich brioche loaf, which you can find in good-quality bakeries and some supermarkets; but you could substitute challah or another rich loaf, or any good-quality bread you like. Likewise, feel free to use another good melting cheese in place of the fontina or Gruyere. What transforms my recipe into hors-d’oeuvres is simply the way you cut the sandwiches after cooking. Bacon-wrapped, cheese-stuffed dates have long been a popular party food. But even these dates enjoy a new vogue, thanks to the availability of artisan-quality smoked bacon and imported Parmesan cheese. The great thing about both these recipes is their make-ahead potential. You can assemble the sandwiches and the dates up to several hours in advance, ready to cook in batches after guests start arriving, so they’ll always be ready

to serve at their best with little fuss from you, the host. BITE-SIZED GRILLED CHEESE ON BRIOCHE Makes 16 to 24 mini sandwiches 8 thick slices brioche 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) shredded fontina or Gruyere cheese Preheat a panini maker or a double-sided indoor grill; or preheat a stovetop or electric griddle over medium heat. Place the bread slices on a work surface and spread the top of each slice with a small amount of mayonnaise. Turn over half the slices and spread each with a little butter. Top with the cheese. Butter the remaining slices of bread and place over the cheese, mayonnaise side up. Place as many sandwiches as will fit comfortably side by side in the panini maker or indoor grill, or on the griddle. Close the machine and grill until the cheese has melted and the bread is nicely browned and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes total; or cook on the griddle, pressing down gently with a spatula to compact the sandwiches and turning once until both sides are nicely browned and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat with any remaining sandwiches. With a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into quarters; or cut into halves and cut each half crosswise into 3 finger-sized pieces. Transfer to a platter and serve immediately. BACON-WRAPPED, PARMESAN-STUFFED DATES Makes 18 dates 18 large dates, preferably Medjool, slit lengthwise and pitted 18 pie ce s good- qu al it y Pa r me sa n cheese, preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano, each about 1 by 1/4 inch (2.5 by 0.6 cm) 6 slices nitrite-free bacon, cut crosswise into thirds Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven. Preheat the oven to 450 F (230 C). Insert a piece of Parmesan into each date. Then, wrap each date with a piece of bacon, securing it with a wooden toothpick. Arrange the dates 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart in a shallow baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Then, using tongs, turn the dates over. Continue baking until the bacon is crisp, 5 to 6 minutes longer. With the tongs, transfer the dates to paper towels to drain, carefully patting them dry with more paper towels. Serve immediately.

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