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$7.4M Bond Ordinance To Pay For Road Projects, Vehicles

By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – A $7.4 million bond ordinance introduced by Berkeley Council would pay for road and engineering projects but also for renovation at township parks and the purchase of more than dozen vehicles.

The largest portion of the spending is $3.2 million in road and engineering projects, including sidewalks, in areas such as Jamaica and JFK boulevards and Jeanette Street.

But the bond ordinance, approved by council this week, also earmarks the money for the township golf course renovation and golf cart purchase ($75,000); as well as $902,000 for equipment and vehicles for the volunteer fire and first aid companies; $1.355 million for new lighting, signs and bathrooms in some township parks; $520,000 to the sanitation department for a rear loader and a Robo truck; and $655,000 to the police department for 10 vehicles and other equipment.

The bond ordinance is an annual one pared down from $14 million in requests, said Mayor Carmen Amato. The cost is spread out over the life of the bond notes, instead (Ordinance - See Page 13)

Berkeley Cheerleading Squads Place Nationally

By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – Still flying high off their regional first place and national trophies for cheerleading, Berkeley Youth Football and Cheer is readying for next season already.

The Berkeley cheerleaders in Division 10 and 14 both took first place in the Jersey Shore Cheerleading Championships and the Big East Regional Cheerleading Championships, respectively, last month.

Competing against 16 teams at the AYC National Championships, Berkeley Division 10 went on to take first place nationally.

Division 14’s squad, competing against 12 other teams, took fourth place nationally.

In hearing the news, Mayor Carmen Amato said the teams would be welcomed home and invited to receive recognition at an upcoming council meeting.

The support, the organization said, is very welcome from their neighbors and fellow residents but it’s the families and coaches that put in so much time to support the girls as they travel to higher level competition.

“Thank you to all of the girls’ families for their support and to the coaches for their dedication.

None of this would have been possible without them,” said Chris Petrich, Director of Public Relations for the Berkeley Youth Football And Cheer.

(Cheerleading - See Page 13)

–Photo by Ashley Petrich, Cheerleading Coordinator The Division 14 squad won first place in the Jersey Shore Cheerleading and the Big East Regional Cheerleading championships, and fourth place in the AYC National Championships.

–Photo by Chris Petrich, Director of Public Relations The Division 10 squad, won first place in all three levels of competition for their age group.

January 16, 2016

A Move To “Buy In” To Taxpayer Rebate Programs

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – With the aims to help taxpayers save money and to give support to local mom and pop businesses, the concept of “Buy Into” programs are gaining popularity as local towns adopt or debate their merits.

The program calls for local businesses to sign up, and residents who shop there can get a portion of their receipt translated into savings on their property tax bill. Reward cards are given to interested residents to use at designated stores, to help track purchases. Local businesses receive some added exposure as part of the program.

For example, if a family of four dines out to a restaurant participating in the program, they receive a designated percentage program rebate when paying the bill (either cash or credit card.)

Participants present their card, which is then swiped.

When the participating town issues its next property tax bill, the cumulative transactions show up as a tax credit, resulting in a tax bill deduction. The program is open to all property owners in the participating township.

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Amid Uncertainty, Ocean County Freeholders Reorganize

By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – Absent James Lacey who resigned his seat on the Ocean County freeholder board December 31, the remaining board members met for the annual reorganization meeting January 6 as the potential of a second opening on the five-member board loomed.

Freeholder Director John C. Bartlett and Gerry P. Little,

both Republican incumbents, were sworn into office for new, three-year terms by county counsel John C. Sahradnik, who retained his appointment as county attorney.

Despite the annual fanfare of the reorganization, which drew public officials from across the county to attend, most of the attention at the meeting was paid to Lacey’s recent resignation as well as the pending appointment of Freehold-

er Jack Kelly to the state parole board, which would create an additional vacancy among the freeholders.

Ocean County Republican Chairman George R. Gilmore said former state assemblywoman Virginia Haines and Lacey Commiteeman Gary Quinn were the frontrunners to take Lacey’s and Kelly’s seats, respectively.

(Freeholders - See Page 4)

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Buy In Brick The program was adopted more than a year ago in Brick, which provides notices on its website prominently about new businesses in the program. Participating businesses display the “Buy In Brick” sticker on storefronts to help promote further.

Brick residents have the Buy In Brick Property Tax Rewards card which designated merchants honor and which provide customers a chance to earn rebates that can be applied to their property tax bills.

Officials said the program has been a success.

Brick Mayor John G. Ducey said “we are going over $600,000 in sales as part of the program and $44,000 in tax savings for our residents since we started the program on October 1 2014.”

He noted that a wide range of businesses are part of the program including mechanics, window installers and bagel shops, but restaurants are a popular choice.

Shop In Berkeley Berkeley is one of the latest communities to take interest in the program and provide property tax rewards for residents who shop locally.

Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato said his town’s “Shop in Berkeley” Property Tax Reward Program, moved toward implementation after Township Chief Financial Officer Fred Ebenau presented the virtues of it at township meeting.

Amato said the free program provided “incentives to Berkeley residents to shop and dine in Berkeley Township. The council adopted a resolution formally approving the creation of the program.”

“It’s a win-win for our businesses and

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Republican committee members from across the county will meet later in January to choose replacements, but Kelly’s state appointment remains in limbo, and he said at the reorganization meeting that he may, in fact, remain on the board and run for re-election in November.

“Come February, I could be seeking re-election to the Board of Chosen Freeholders, and this board could nominate me to be director of the board,” Kelly said. “Or I could have gone through the confirmation process after being offered the position on the parole board.”

Kelly said, under state law, he could remain a freeholder while serving on the parole board, but because “there’s no way you could do both jobs with the hours required.”

“It’s up to a bunch of Republicans and a bunch of Democrats who sit on a judiciary committee,” said Kelly. “And we all know how well Republicans and Democrats get along.”

There is also the chance that, come February, Kelly will neither be confirmed nor turned down for the state position, as the

taxpayers,” Amato added.

Discussion Elsewhere Other communities are considering the idea.

Manchester Township is currently reviewing the project, and invited one of the management companies for the program to give a presentation on it and answer council and public questions.

“I personally am very much in favor of the program as it provides immediate tax benefits to our residents and free marketing for our businesses. I truly believe this program will help everyone involved,” Manchester Mayor Kenneth T. Palmer said.

Lacey Township also discussed their own program, but found some concerns. An issue, according to Lacey Township Administrator Veronica Laureigh, is the fact that big box stores will not participate, meaning a significant number of township businesses would not be included. Beyond that is the fact that, in the program Lacey researched, businesses that do participate are required to pay a monthly fee to the vendor as well as purchase software.

Other towns, such as Toms River, do not have a program of this type. The chamber of commerce instead said a Shop Local campaign is there to urge locals support their local businesses.

“Right now, Toms River Township does not partake in the tax credit program. It is something that we, as a chamber, are interested in, so perhaps in the future. We do have a Shop Local campaign which provides businesses with additional exposure via window clings for their storefronts,” said Noelle Lotano, executive director, Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce.

For an example of the program, visit Buy In Brick at bricktownship.net/buy-in-brick.

state Senate Judiciary Committee could choose to carry the nomination.

“Then, I would have to decide whether I’m going to wait for that over a period of time, or if I’m going to look at the [election calendar] and decide whether I’m a candidate for re-election or not,” said Kelly.

Bartlett, who served as freeholder director in 2015, will continue in that role. Freeholder Gerry P. Little, who served as deputy director last year, will also continue to hold that spot. Both director titles are for 35 days.

At least one new freeholder is expected to be appointed at one of the board’s two meetings in February.

Though the future membership of the board is uncertain, it is likely that the board’s priorities will remain stable. State statute requires the two potential appointed members be Republicans – the same party as the members they would replace.

“I’m confident, we will be able to maintain in 2016, the same type of stability we have always had in the past,” said Bartlett, who will retain his customary watch over the county budget. “Freeholder [Joseph] Vicari has always insisted, right fully so, that there be no surprises. Things will change a little bit, but they will be minor.”

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Featured Letter Public-Private Partnership Needed

Fifty-three percent of NJ private-sector workers don’t have access to a workplace retirement plan. Since workers are 15 times more likely to save for ret i rement if their employer offers a plan, this means many will be unprepared for r e t i r e m e nt . T h i s i s a problem.

In a recent Republican Debate, Gover nor Christie said emphasis shou ld b e on s olv i ng problem s t h roug h t he pr ivate sector rather than gover nment policies. The Secure Choice Savings Act would create a public-pr ivate partnership which will help m il l ion s of New Jer sey worker s ea sily save for retirement. Just li ke a 401K, they can choose whether or not to participate, and can select their contribution

level. This allows f lexibility to accommodate any circumstance workers may face. Employees will be able to save money for retirement, a nd sm a l l bu si ne s se s will be able to provide a benefit with very little effort.

Only employees can contribute to their accounts, so neither taxpayers, nor employers fund the program, thereby not costing anything to those not involved.

As a senior in college who will soon enter the job market, I join A A R P a n d t h e m a ny leg islat or s f rom bot h parties in support of this bill. Governor Christie s h o u l d s ig n t h i s b i l l which will secure a better financial future for all New Jerseyans.

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Letters To The Editor Teenagers At Risk While addiction to opiate-based prescription pain killers and their illegal street cousin heroin is spreading in all demographic and age groups, teenagers are at particular risk. High school students who use prescription opioids like OxyContin, Vicodin and other pain relievers are 33 percent more likely to abuse the drug by the age of 23, according to a recent University of Michigan Study. Further, New Jersey now has the 6th highest youth overdose rate in the nation.

The teenage years are a “critical window of vulnerability for substance abuse disorders,” according to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, “because the brain is still developing and still malleable.” The parts of the brain that are attracted to drug use mature before the parts of the brain that are responsible for making sound, non-impulsive decisions.

We must give parents the tools to prevent opiate addiction in their teenagers and children and that begins with arming them with the information they need to make an informed decision about the use of prescription painkillers. As a just released John Hopkins University School of Public Health Report on the Opiate Epidemic, which strongly recommends tightening up prescribing practices, notes, “Doctors often prescribe pain medications “in quantities and for conditions that are excessive, and in many cases, beyond the

evidence base.” 85 percent of doctors themselves say that opiate based pain medications are over-prescribed.

“The bottom line is we’re not seeing consistent, effective, appropriate prescribing of painkillers across the nation, said Tom Frieden M.D., Director of the CDC, “and this is a problem because of the deaths that result.”

That is why we are urging the speedy adoption of the Parent Notification Bill (A4760) recently introduced

by Assemblyman Joseph A. Lagana (D-38).

This legislation provides parents with the critical i n for mat ion needed to make an informed decision about whether their teenager should be prescribed an opiate by requiring that doctors and other prescribers discuss the potential risks of dependency before writing a prescription as well as where appropriate to discuss potential alternative treatments. When parents make a decision to go forward with an opiate prescription, this legislation provides the added benefit of alerting them to be on the lookout for any signs of dependence developing.

If parents must give permission before their child can go on a field trip to the zoo, they sure should be asked for their sign-off, before their child is prescribed an opiate.

A more expansive Patient Notification bill (S2366), put forward by Senator Loretta Weinberg (D-37) and Senator Joe Vitale (D-19), which required a conversation with adult patients as well, passed

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the State Senate overwhelmingly at the end of 2014. It has yet to receive a Committee hearing in the Assembly Health Committee, Chaired

by Herb Conaway (D-7). We are confident, if this bill is given an up and down vote in the Committee, it will clear this hurdle and then easily pass both Houses of the State Legislature.

More than one-in-four Americans say that either they or a family member or close friend have been addicted to prescription pain killers, according to a Kaiser Family Foundation Poll.

These kind of disturbing numbers tell us we must arm parents with the information they need to protect their children-before more lives are ruined and lost. It is time for the Assembly to join the State Senate in taking action and that means the speedy passage of A4760.

Elaine and Steve Pozycki Board Members Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey

Why Was Chicago Mayor Hiding Tape Of Police Shooting?

I find it sad and totally politically motivated that Mayor Rahm Emanuel of Chicago, a very close friend of President Obama, is just now allowing the release of the tape of the murder of a young black man and now another tape is coming out due to the family’s constant pressure.

These murders by white policemen of black kids should be known to the public.

This is not to say that these kids were innocents in their behavior other than those evenings in August of 2014.

It’s the timing I question and the people of Chicago should. The mayor, at that time, was up for re-election and, in my mind, was the reason the tape was not released at that time. If there was nothing to hide, why wasn’t the tape released.

The purpose of this letter is not to condone the young

men’s behavior but that of their mayor.

I have to hope that all politicians are not like that especially when I go to vote, which I consider a privilege and a God given right in this mighty country.

Bette Kooreman Whiting

Petition Drive To Reform State Property Taxes

I am reaching out to you to request your support in our efforts to organize and mobilize the residents of New Jersey to demand that our elected officials reform our property tax system.

Our organization is nonprofit and run exclusively by volunteers. We have no political affiliation. Our only mission is to reform property taxes in New Jersey.

Feel free to visit our website at njptr.org to learn more about our organization.

On our website we have initiated a petition asking the Governor and the Legislature to reform the property taxes

by December 31. If they are unable or unwilling to act by that date, we are asking to let the people of New Jersey to vote directly on the reform through referendum by June 30, 2017.

Obviously, in order to be effective as a group, we need to spread the word to as many people as we can. We are hereby requesting your help and asking you to announce to your readers the existence of our organization and to direct them to our website where they can sign the petition and share their stories.

By doing so, you’ll bring awareness to your readers, most of whom are struggling under the burden of heavy property taxes, that now they can join other homeowners under one organization who will fight for reform with a single and unified voice.

With great numbers, we can make a difference. With your help and support, we can achieve our goal.

Richard Recupero NJ Citizens for Property Tax Reform

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Capitol Comments

9th Legislative District - Serving Berkeley Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove Senator Christopher J. Connors

Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf

AssemblyWoman DiAnne C. Gove

State Investigating Towns For Violating State Property Tax Laws

NEW JERSEY – 9th Legislative District: Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove remarked on the New Jersey Department of Treasury’s announcement that it will be conducting an investigation into municipalities which have been found to be “dramatically out of compliance” with required property tax assessments.

“For decades, three municipalities in our state have been playing by their own set of rules by refusing to perform property reas-

sessments while the rest of us have been required to pay their property taxes based on the current value of their homes.

“Property assessments and revaluations are politically unpopular and dreaded by both taxpayers and local officials. Neither wants to see property tax increases for homeowners. Moreover, the costs of performing the assessments can be expensive and the process arduous. Municipalities in our Legislative District such as Little Egg Harbor, Lacey, Barnegat and Galloway have all gone through

this difficult process over the last several years.

“While the overwhelming majority of municipalities have lived up to their constitutional and statutory obligations, the State Department of Treasury recently exposed Jersey City, Elizabeth and Dunellen as having failed to uniformly and fairly assess properties.

According to the Department, Jersey City has not conducted a revaluation or reassessment in 27 years; Elizabeth has not updated its assessments in 39 years; and Dunellen has not conducted a revaluation or

reassessment in 33 years.

“This blatant disregard for both the law and the basic principle of fair ness in taxation is indefensible and serves only to further undermine the people’s confidence in the state’s system of property taxation.

“Taxpayers living in municipalities that have regular assessments and revaluations have every right to be outraged by this. Why should taxpayers whose assessments are up-to-date pay more while privileged taxpayers living in Jersey City, Elizabeth and Dunellen get away with paying

less? Why have these municipalities been given a free pass for so long? What incentive is there for other municipalities to comply with property tax assessment requirements?

“Jersey City and Elizabeth are special needs districts, formerly known as Abbotts, and thus are recipients of a windfall of State education aid. Evidently, neither feels obligated to comply with the state’s property tax assessment laws. But, apparently, that hasn’t stopped these municipalities from feeling entitled to the tax dollars

of residents living in other municipalities.

“Under the State’s broken and politically-driven school funding formula, large numbers of taxpayers living in suburban and rural areas are forced to subsidize special needs school districts, even if these residents can’t even afford to pay the taxes for their own local schools. So not only are Jersey City and Elizabeth making out by ignoring property tax assessments, but they are also cashing in when it comes to state education aid.”

From The Desk Of Congressman Tom MacArthur: MacArthur Urges Obama To Restore Iran Nuclear Sanctions

Congressman Tom MacArthur NEW JERSEY – Cong ressman Tom MacA r-

thur urged President Barack Obama to immediately restore all relevant sanctions on Iran’s nuclear program. MacArt hu r wa s joi ne d by 14 House colleagues in this request.

Recently, Vladimir Putin announced that Rus-

sia has begun to deliver S-300 surface-to-air missiles to Iran in direct violation of the five-year ban of offensive weapon sales included in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) agreed to in July. These missiles will expand Iran’s current

capabilities and have the potential to shoot down an American, Israeli, or allied bombers.

In July, MacArthur opposed the JCPOA calling it a “threat to the security of A mer ica, Israel and ou r al l ie s i n t he M iddle-East which does not

end Iran’s nuclear program, but actually results in reduced pressure and less protection.”

“P resident Oba ma is ignoring another Iranian provocation and further endangering the US and our allies,” said MacArthur. “We can never un-

derestimate the resolve of a state sponsor of terror.

The ink is barely dry on the agreement and Iran is already seeking to rear m. We must put an end to t h is before a ny harm comes to the United States, Israel and our allies in the Middle East.”

Freeholders Oppose United Water’s Fee Increase; Send Letter To BPU OCEA N COU N T Y – Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari has sent a strongly worded letter to the state Board of Public Utilities opposing United Water’s request for a second fee increase in less than three months.

Vicari, speaking on behalf of the entire board at a recent Board of Chosen Freeholders meeting, is the liaison to the Ocean Cou nt y Depa r t ment of Consumer Affairs. Vicari said the proposed $2.37

monthly surcharge on most residential users comes on the heels of a BPU-approved 9-percent rate hike, which the board passed in August.

“Together, these two increases hike water rates by more than $85 per year for United Water customers.

This is totally unacceptable – residents just can’t afford it,” said Vicari.

The freeholder said the utility has received six separate increases since 2008.

In the letter to BPU President Richard Mroz, Vicari said the additional increase will be especially burdensome for senior citizens, who are not receiving a Social Security cost of living increase this year.

“It appears the utility is more concerned with profits and its shareholders than it is with the hardships it is placing on the backs of our seniors,” said Vicari.

The higher water bills will also impact those res-

idents and business owners still recovering from Super Storm Sandy.

In the letter, Vicari wrote: “I am in strong opposition to United Water’s proposal, as I am to any utility

rate increase that furthers our residents’ efforts to get back on their feet following the most destructive natural disaster ever to strike our communities.”

The other four Freehold-

ers on the board supported Vicari’s ster nly-worded letter.

“We all endorse the letter you are sending to the BPU,” said Freeholder Director John C. Bartlett Jr.

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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.

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Community N ews

Club News, Activities, Events & Announcements

Upcoming Events At Holiday Heights

BERKELEY – February 6 is Holiday Heights’ No Frills Mardi Gras dance. Music will be provided by Wild Rose from 7 to 11 p.m. at a nominal cost of $8.

It is a BYO drink and snack affair. They provide the dessert and coffee.

For further information, contact Marie at 732-914-8166 or Carolyn at 732-608-7674.

On March 12, they are planning a St. Patrick’s Day dinner dance catered by Blue Fountain. Music will be provided by Ed’s Magical Jukebox. The tickets for this corned beef and cabbage dinner are $26. For further information, contact Joanne at 908-930-6313 or Carolyn at 732-608-7674.

The annual trip to Woodloch Pines in Hawley, PA runs from June 6 to 10. Price includes

breakfast, lunch and dinner daily starting with lunch on day of arrival and ending with breakfast on day of departure. There are various activities you can participate in during the day and be entertained nightly in the Nightclub.

October 3, they are visiting Cape Cod for five days. Price includes breakfast and dinner daily, various guided tours, meal/room taxes and gratuities and driver and tour guide gratuities.

For more information on either of these trips, contact Barbara at 848-480-2293. A deposit of $100 per person is all that is required for now to hold your seat.

Ticket sales for all these events are on Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Holiday Heights Clubhouse, 97 Prince Charles Drive, Toms River.

Winter Weather Reminders For Potter School

BERKELEY – A reminder for H&M Potter School families, that with the cold weather approaching, if you are dropping your children off at the Deal Avenue entrance, please arrive at 8:40 a.m.

The doors will not be opening each day until that time; therefore, the students will be outside unsupervised if they come earlier. The school also asks that you please drop and go quickly, as you have been all year. There will be an increased number

of drop offs on these days, and moving quickly will ensure that all students get to school on time.

Please remember that there will be no parking allowed down the left side of Deal Ave. in the morning or in the afternoon.

For school delay or closing information, please make sure that all phone numbers are updated in the Parent Portal. You can also check the district Facebook page or website at btboe.org.

Interview And Resume Assistance

TOMS RIVER – Get career assistance at The Ocean County Family Success Center. Come to get tips on preparing for an interview and how to make a more effective resume.

Contact Christina China at 732-557-5037

ext. 206 or Marcia Slekitis ext. 216 for more information.

The Ocean County Family Success Center is located at The Children’s Home Society of NJ, 1433 Hooper Avenue, Suite 121.

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BERKELEY – Holiday City Berkeley Dance Committee will throw a Sock Hop in Clubhouse II from 7 to 11 p.m. on February 20.

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Carefree Men’s Club Presents Comic/Ventriloquist

BERKELEY – The Carefree Men’s Club presents Pete Michaels, comedian and ventriloquist, on March 13.

Pete has appeared on MTV, America’s Got Talent and done improv shows at five top Atlantic City casinos.

Doors open at 4 p.m. BYOB; cake, coffee, tea and water will be provided.

Tickets go on sale February 14 at the library from 10 a.m. to noon.

Cost is $10. Call Ray at 973-508-7055 or 732-831-4127 or call Saul at 732-279-3888.

Pine Beach Council Announces 2016 Meeting Dates

PINE BEACH – The Mayor and Council of the Borough of Pine Beach will hold all council meetings at the Municipal Building, 599 Pennsylvania Ave., Pine Beach at 7:30 p.m. as follows: Regular meetings: February 10, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, October 12, November 9 and

December 14.

Work session: January 25, February 8 and 22, March 7 and 21, April 11 and 25, May 9 and 23, June 6 and 20, July 11, August 8, September 12 and 26, October 11 and 24, November 7 and 21 and December 12 and 27.

All meetings will be open for public participation, per the Open Public Meetings Law.

Hour Of Code Teaches Kids Computer Design BERKELEY – Students in kindergarten through fourth grade at H&M Potter School participated in the nationwide Hour of Code during the month of December.

The goal of this event is to introduce students to computer science in a fun and exciting

way. The students had a great time learning how video games and computer programs are designed.

Mrs. Cicco developed an entire month long unit dedicated solely to this, and the students loved it and learned a lot in the process.

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TOMS RIVER – Established in March 2015, Good Shepherd ANCC has been growing every week and now ministers to well over 200 families.

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Holiday City At Berkeley EMS: How Can You Help?

BERKELEY – There are several ways to help. The first, of course, is to join the squad and ride on the ambulance. You need to be at least 19 years old with a valid driver’s license.

Kelly, a college student on summer vacation, joined last year. If any students want to get some EMS training for the summer, consider volunteering. If you can do the job, there is no age limit either. One member is 80 and going strong.

Secondly, there is a recycling program. You may bring newspapers, tied in string to the trailer at the back of the squad building. You may put them into the truck anytime. If you need help or more string, come Thursday mornings between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. when another group of volunteers, recyclers (many former squad members), will be happy to help you. They would also like it if you wanted to join them. If you are interested, ask Bob White for more information. Recycling your newspapers and magazines helps raise money to finance repairs and the purchase of new equipment as the old wears out.

When George was new to the area, he was told about the recycling program at the EMS building. He went to drop off a bunch of newspapers and was asked if he wanted to help.

George said, “Okay.” The then-EMS Captain saw him and said, “Can you drive?” He said, “Yes.” Luckily, not so lucky for George, today

he not only drives an ambulance and does repairs around the squad, but he was elected Captain. He has been there a long time now.

Thirdly, they have an Auxiliary, which meets monthly and is now a little over a year old.

Anyone can join the Auxiliary. They’ve put on fairs and gift auctions. It is a lot of work and fun. They can use more help and people with ideas. If you are interested, call Evelyn at 732240-4999. If she is not there, ask someone to put a note with your name and phone number in her box.

Changes in your EMS services happen all the time. They will try to keep you updated as changes occur. If you would like to help or have a question, come to 100 Port Royal Drive or call.

This EMS area includes 10,765 homes. The squad has responded to over 1,600 calls since January 2015. They run two ambulances five days a week. They do not have enough volunteers to cover all seven days.

HC Berkeley has 3,236 homes and four volunteers. HC Carefree has 1,612 homes and five volunteers. HC South has 2,359 homes and six volunteers. HC West has 1,812 homes and eight volunteers. Silver Ridge East has 1,746 homes and zero volunteers. They back up Holiday Heights and five volunteers. Three volunteers come from Berkeley Twp., outside the 55-plus communities.

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This month’s special will be cinnamon raisin French toast. Also on the menu will be assorted omelets, eggs to order, egg beaters, corned beef hash, breakfast sausage and home fries.

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The price is $7.50 for adults and $3.50 for children under 12. Active duty military personnel are welcome and will eat free.

The kitchen can now make orders to go. Call in your order at 732-269-2265, but you must come and pick it up. No deliveries.

The gates to the Memorial Wall will be open if you wish to visit.

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Trip includes bus trip, lunch, wine tasting, dancing, music and four-hour trip to Tropicana Casino with $20 back in slot play money. Cost is $56 per person. Call Alice for information at 732-286-2751.

The club presents a Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance on February 13 from 6 to 10 p.m. The price is $18 per person and includes antipasto, sandwiches, coffee and dessert, beer, soda and wine. Join in for a night of fun, sharing good times with one another. Music will be by Piper’s Alley.

For more information, call Alice Patrizio at 732-286-2751.

The Holiday City South Women’s Club presents a four-hour trip to Resorts Casino to see the Neverly Brothers in Concert: A Musical Trip Through Time on February 17. Trip includes bus trip and $10 back in slot play money for $22. Call Alice for information at 732-286-2751.

The Women’s Club presents a Bunco Party on March 6 at noon. Lunch, coffee, tea and cake will be served for a donation of $12.

For more information, call Alice at 732-2862751. This is a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon, sharing a good time with friends.

Card tables are needed; if you have one you can lend, please call Alice.

Central Regional Middle School To Perform “Annie” BAYVILLE – Join Central Regional for an all-time theater classic production of “Annie” as presented by the actors and actresses from the Central Regional Middle School Drama Club.

Performances will be held January 22

at 6:30 p.m., January 23 at 6:30 p.m. and January 24 at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for students and seniors sold at the door.

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Guild Of Organists OCEAN COUNTY – The American Guild of Organists of Ocean County will present its 37th Annual Choir Festival on January 31 at 4 p.m. at the Christ Episcopal Church,

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of paying upfront, he said.

“This is the township’s Annual Bond Ordinance. Bonding these items spreads the cost of these items over its useful life, which is a ‘win win’ for taxpayers. If we had to pay for these items up front, that would generate a large increase in taxes,” said the mayor. “We received $14 million in capital requests from various township departments, such as needed equipment, repairs and improvement requests. We pared it down to $8 million.”

The purchase of equipment is needed, especially a fire truck, to replace vehicles that outdated their “average period of usefulness.” “This ordinance does provide for needed equipment for various departments and continues our commitment to public safety with new equipment and vehicles for the police department and a needed fire truck,” the mayor said.

Also included in the bond ordinance are infrastructure improvements, such as bulkhead maintenance, drainage projects, sidewalk repair and road overlay, totaling $3.255 million.

Under the parks, recreation and beach projects described in the ordinance: $1.355 million would pay for LED signage for the entrance to Veterans Park; a new utility truck; replacement of field lighting on various locations; various repairs to pavilions; upgrade and replacement of playground equipment at Dudley Park and Veterans Park; irrigation replacement

The Berkeley Times, January 16, 2016, Page 13 and upgrades; LED lighting replacement at various parks; material for storage shed; various equipment for the recreation sports leagues; a new bathroom and concession building at Mallard Park; a recreation building; and shop tools.

“This will enable the township to continue much needed infrastructure improvements to our parks, road repair and resurfacing, drainage improvements and maintenance dredging,” said Amato. “With our recent refinancing and improved bond rating from (Standard & Poors), up two notches last year, we feel we will get favorable rates.”

Amato said the ordinance is the annual one and not a symptom of over-borrowing.

“We have kept our debt service as low as possible, less than one-third of our borrowing capacity and have made an effort to retire and refinance debt,” said the mayor.

Looking to the following years, Amato said previous bond ordinances’ principal are set to be retired from the debt service, or about $2.9 million each year for the next five years.

Also in the bond ordinance: An $80,000 modular trailer for Animal Control; A $30,000 vehicle for Code Enforcement; $200,000 in various information technology hardware and software, including a new phone system.

A public hearing on the bond ordinance will be held at the next council meeting, January 25 at town hall.

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The awards are a result of hard work and team work, he said.

“Both teams have worked tremendously hard throughout the season and our exec-

utive board couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishments,” said Petrich.

The organization is readying for the next season, as registration opens January 15.

Visit berkeleyeaglesyfc.org for more information.

Island Singers Sail Into Spring

LANOKA HARBOR – Ocean County audiences have been enjoying the music of The Island Singers Community Chorus for more than 40 years. The four-part choral group has been under the guidance of Director Polly Moore for much of that time. With Moore at the helm, the all-volunteer chorus has matured into a quality group which produces a wonderful sound that is difficult to duplicate.

Membership fluctuates depending on the season. Typically there are a few more people on the role during the spring than for the holiday concert in December. Approximately 40 men and women are singing with the group now. Many singers return every year and have been singing with Moore for over 20 years. They come from all walks of life and are of all ages. Some folks have vocal experience and want to continue performing, but most members simply enjoy singing and want to be part of a choral group. Anyone with a pleasant voice and a desire to learn the music is welcome to join.

Rehearsals are held every Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. beginning on January 26 at Village Lutheran Church, 701 Western Blvd., Lanoka Harbor.

The spring performance always features an eclectic blend of familiar standards and traditional favorites. This spring the chorus is planning a water-themed concert, and they are currently searching through their files for songs reflecting this theme. When the music has been selected, they will decide on a title for this year’s performance.

Concerts are free and held in local libraries, museums and other venues. The chorus also makes several pro-bono appearances in hospitals, nursing homes and rehab centers.

Their first appearance will be at the Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island for their annual interfaith service in early May. The Island Singers is a non-profit organization and receives some government funding.

Membership dues are collected at the beginning of each season to help offset salary costs for the director, accompanist and purchase of new music. Occasional fundraisers also help defray the group’s operational costs.

New members always welcome. No auditions necessary. They look forward to seeing you at the first rehearsal. For more information, visit islandsingersnj.com or contact Polly Moore at 732-341-8565.

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Health Department Offers Flu Vaccination Clinics

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department is offering seasonal influenza and pneumococcal vaccination sites in the coming months. Influenza and pneumonia vaccinations are free if you are enrolled in Medicare Part B. If not enrolled in Medicare Part B, or you have a Medicare Managed Care Plan, the cost will be $20 (cash or check).

All people 6 months of age and older should get vaccinated against seasonal flu every year. Children younger than 6 months are at high risk of serious flu illness but are too young to be vaccinated. People who care for them should be vaccinated instead.

Vaccination is especially important for pregnant women and people with chronic diseases. Some of the flu vaccines offered at the OCHD Flu Clinics this year will protect you against four different flu virus strains.

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injection in the muscle for people 65 years of age and older; or “intra-derma” injection into the skin for people 18 to 64 years of age.

Additional flu/pneumonia clinics at the OCHD: Northern Site (1771 Madison Ave., Lakewood): January 27, February 10, February 24, March 9 and March 23, all from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Southern Site (333 Haywood Rd., Stafford): January 28, February 25, March 10 and March 24, all from 4 to 6 p.m. Main Site (175 Sunset Ave., Toms River): January 19 from 1 to 4 p.m., February 1 from 4 to 7 p.m., February 2 from 1 to 4 p.m., February 16 from 1 to 4 p.m., March 1 from 1 to 4 p.m., March 7 from 4 to 7 p.m., March 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. and March 21 from 4 to 7 p.m.

All clinics are open to residents 6 months of age and older. For additional information, please visit ochd.org, pick up vaccine information statement at any flu clinic or call 732-341-9700 or 800-342-9783 ext. 7604, TTY 732-831-6489.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Dear Readers, It was a strong year for Big Pharma in 2015, with many new interesting medications hitting the shelves. My articles are syndicated worldwide, but I’m only listing English drug names, so please ask your local pharmacist to translate. Happy New Year! Love, Suzy.

Kybella (Deoxycholic Acid): This is the “double chin” drug because once injected, it acts like a detergent (due to the bile acids that make up the drug), improving the appearance of unwanted fat beneath the jawline. It’s a chin tuck without the knife!

Addyi (Flibanserin): This pill supposedly puts women “in the mood,” but sales are less than desirable for Sprout Pharmaceuticals, the makers of the new female lust drug. Why do I think that? Consider that over half a million men filled Viagra prescriptions its first month out back in 1998.

Addyi is clearly not overwhelming women, because it was prescribed only 227 times during the first month. I’m guessing sales are slow because you can’t have a glass of wine with it, and it doesn’t give you that immediate notification like Viagra (wink).

Addyi targets dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain and it’s taken daily, so it’s really an expensive antidepressant rather than a sex pill. What’s worse is it cuts into your Michael Kors fund, requiring about $800 a month!

Aristada (Aripiprazole lauroxil): This new injectable drug treats schizophrenia, severe depression and bipolar disease. FDA’s approval of this powerful antipsychotic was based, in part, on the efficacy data of another popular drug you’ve probably heard of called Abilify. Now, Abilify just

so happens to be Ameri c a ’s d r u g of choice!

Americans handed over $7.5 billion dollars for it between October 2013 and September 2014! Aristada is a long-acting drug that ultimately becomes Abilify, after a few chemical reactions inside your body. So Aristada could be thought of as the parent drug, and FYI, it requires methylation to fully activate itself.

Cresemba (Isavuconazonium), Rx: This new antifungal drug was granted “priority” review in 2015, which basically means they hurried everything up to get it out.

Wouldn’t give me any comfort, I’d just feel more like a guinea pig but okay… it’s used to treat invasive and potentially-deadly aspergillosis and mucormycosis infections so I guess their thinking was, “Let’s give these folks another option and hurry it through the FDA approval process!” I do understand that. Regardless, these scary infections happen to people with weak immune systems. This drug belongs to the “azole” class of antifungals so its sister drugs are ketoconazole and itraconazole; Cresemba is available by tablet and injection.

Lenvima (Lenvatinib): Taken by mouth, this drug is used to treat tough cases of thyroid cancer. It was tested in 392 participants with progressive thyroid cancer that was unresponsive to radioactive treatments. The drug seemed to help and 65 percent of the participants saw a reduction in tumor size, compared to two percent who received placebo. Lenvima’s side effects included heart problems, hypertension, fatigue and body aches as well as swelling and problems with your voice.

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Library has partnered with three groups to assist people check if they are eligible for the ACA healthcare plans and find the best policy to fit their needs and budget.

Whether one is uninsured or just wants to explore their options, the marketplace will help find coverage that’s right for you and your family.

The Open Enrollment period continues until January 31. To see if you are qualified for reduced premiums, bring the following information to your appointment: home and mailing addresses for everyone applying; Social Security numbers or document information for lawfully present residents; employer and income information for every member of your household and your best estimate of what your household income will be in 2016; if you had coverage in 2015, policy numbers for any current health insurance or household members and notices from your current plan that includes your plan ID; and information about job-based insurance for which you or anyone in your household is eligible.

The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, 732-643-5888, will hold health insurance information sessions. Call the FoodBank to set up an appointment. They will appear at these branches: Lakewood, 301 Lexington Ave., January 25, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Brick, 301 Chambers Bridge Rd., January 25, 3 to 7 p.m.

Ocean Health Initiatives, 732-3636655, will hold sessions. Call OHI for an appointment. OHI will appear at these branches: Brick, 301 Chambers Bridge Rd., January 20, 2 to 4 p.m. and Lakewood, 301 Lexington Ave., January 27, 2 to 4 p.m.

The Family Resource Network, 800-3550271, will hold sessions. Call the Network for an appointment. They will appear at these branches: Barnegat, 112 Burr St., January 16, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Jackson, 2 Jackson Dr., January 19, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Stafford, 129 N. Main St., Manahawkin, January 19, 2 to 5 p.m.; Lakewood, 301 Lexington Ave., January 26, 2 to 5 p.m.; and Waretown, 112 Main St., January 29, 2 to 5 p.m.

Big Brothers Big Sisters: “Bigs” Needed OCEAN COUNTY – January is National Mentoring Month. Please help the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County start something positive and life-changing for a child in our community.

They have over 250 children in Ocean County (53 children in Toms River) who need a Big Brother of Big Sister. When mentored, children are given the opportunity for academic success, lessened peer pressure temptations and the opportunity for a promising future.

Mentoring works– and it all starts with a Little. But there are other ways to help: the business partnership program and sponsorship opportunities for major events such as the Gala, Casino Night and Golf Classic.

BBBSOC has been voted Best Non-Profit in Ocean County for the past two years.

They are eager to work with you to explore how they can best support your goals and objectives with a customs sponsorship. Contact 732-505-3400 or visit bbbsoc.org/annualappeal.

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BARNEGAT – There will be a free Rabies Clinic, open to all Ocean County residents, in Barnegat Town Hall Lobby on January 16. Cats: 10 to 10:30 a.m.; dogs: 10:30 a.m. to noon. 2016 Barnegat Pet License renewal

fees: $9 for spayed/neutered pets, $12 for non-spayed/neutered pets. Exact change or check only (cost is for the renewal of the 2016 pet license); for new pets, bring proof or spayed or neutered status.

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By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Stacie A. Brustman, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates With the weather we have encountered throughout this winter, many people may be wondering about their legal rights, should you be hurt on the job as a result of all of the snow and ice on the ground. First and foremost, should you be hurt as a result of, and during the course of, your employment, you remain entitled to the basic rights afforded by the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act. This means, should you be in need of medical treatment as a result of your incident, your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance carrier is responsible to provide you with reasonable and necessary medical treatment to attempt to cure your injury. You should request this medical treatment from your employer. This may create a necessity that your employer contact its insurance carrier.

Further, should your treating physician indicate that you are temporarily unable to work, or unable to work at full capacity, you may be entitled to temporary disability benefits. These would also be the responsibility of your employer through its insurance carrier.

Keep in mind, you should not go out and seek medical treatment for these injuries from your own doctors. Your employer’s carrier is responsible to provide same, and has the opportunity to choose which doctors with whom you can treat. However, should treatment not be afforded to you, you may have the opportunity to undergo

treatment with a physician of your choosing. It is important that you are aware that there are procedures to insist that the workers’ compensation carrier provide you with the reasonable and necessary medical treatment and temporary disability benefits in place which may necessitate a Motion be filed before the Court.

Furthermore, should you have permanent residuals from your injury; you may be entitled to permanency benefits as a result of your injury. It is necessary that you appear before the Workers’ Compensation Court to accept these benefits. This may also necessitate a trial before the Court.

With all of that, you may have an action against the entity charged with the snow and ice removal that caused your injury. It is important that you determine who that entity is. Should the snow and ice removal be the responsibility of your employer, it is likely that the only action you have afforded to you is through the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act. However, should the snow and ice removal be the responsibility of an independent entity, there may be an opportunity to take action against that entity, should it have been negligent in doing so. It is important to keep in mind, if there is an action and recovery against a separate entity for its negligence, your employer’s workers’ compensation carrier is entitled to a portion of what was paid to you and on your behalf to be returned to it.

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It started out as a nice relationship when we were both in college. Ever since I broke up with her she has been stalking me. She bombards me with texts, e mails and phone calls. I keep on telling her to leave me alone but she continues to call. Can I hire a lawyer?

Answer: You can always hire a lawyer.

Finding someone to handle this case seems like a no brainer. Your letter leaves me perplexed. You don’t mention her following you to school or work. She doesn’t appear in restaurants or stores that you are in. Everything that you included in her behav-

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The very fact that you haven’t changed either makes me feel that in someway you are inviting this behavior and perhaps subconsciously enjoying it. Making her go away is probably an easy fix if that’s what you really want. Take the time to analyze why you haven’t slammed the door on this one. It will be a lot cheaper than hiring an attorney who will probably give you the same advice.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius.

732-364-7580. (t/n) Buying - Jewelry collections and jewelry boxes; costume/estate/antique. Rhinestones, pins, bracelets, all types (watches too). Cash Paid Today! Call “THE JEWELRY GAL.” Brick Area. 732-513-2139.

(50) Used Guns Wanted - All types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Guns Wanted - Old or new pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammunition. Licensed collectors, state legal transfers. Cash paid. Call Jeff. 609-713-0637. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) We Buy Guitars and Related Items - Top dollar paid. Call for info 732239-8577, Mike - Secret Guitars. 1575 Rt. 37 West Toms River NJ 08755. (1) Costume/Estate Jewelry - Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry.

Same day house calls. Religious items too. Immediate cash. 5 percent more cash with this ad. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)

Help Wanted Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Now Hiring Property Inspectors- FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@ comcast.net or msangelabove@ comcast.net. 732-766-4425, 201259-0734. Ask for Mel. (t/n) CHHA/CNA - Mature, dependable people needed. Days, weekends, overnights. Immediate work available. Flex hours, 401k with company match, medical/dental insurance, 24/7 support. Competitive pay. Direct deposit. Call today 732-901-6515.

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Help Wanted Micromedia Publications is seeking a Part Time Reporter - Candidate should have writing/reporting experience. Candidate must be available to cover evening meetings of the local government, generally one night per week, and may also be asked to attend community events, fundraisers, etc. Conducting phone interviews is understood to be part of the job. In addition, the ideal candidate will have the ability to take photos to accompany features.

The position requires providing 3-4 stories per week, with photos, every week, on deadline. This PART-TIME position is an at-home job; stories will be submitted via email. A full-time position is not currently available.

Candidates should send their resume along with 1-3 writing samples or links to your writing. Resumes without writing samples WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Email resumes and writing samples to Catherine at newseditor@micromediapubs. com. (t/n) Micromedia Publications is seeking part-time creative writers to craft colorful and informative business and professional profiles for our advertisers. This is an excellent opportunity for those with excellent writing skills to earn supplemental income or to build their portfolios in a variety of fields such as news or advertising. For more information or to submit your resume for consideration, please email: agradzki@micromediapubs.com. (t/n)

Services Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing in interiors/ exteriors. Very neat. Special senior discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low winter rates. License #13VH3846900. 732-899-4470 or 732-814-4851.

(6) Reliable Cleaning - And/or organizing of home. Ocean County.

Call Rebecca 908-910-9007. (6) Caulking - Interior, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Cutting out old. Installing new. Call Steve 732703-8120. Thank You. (t/n) ATCO Painting - Quality work.

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(3) Extra Affordable Home Cleaning - Big senior discounts and referral refund. Experienced, extra-effort, reliable. Steady schedule. CHHA references. Bernice 732-678-3433. (4) A.F. Smart Home Maintenance, LLC - Lic # 0450029067. Your complete handyman services.

Phone Alan 732-569-0892. (6) House Cleaning - Over 15 years experience. Great references. Call Denise 732-239-5651. Telephone number printed incorrectly last month. Please call again (5) Go With A Pro - Interior and exterior home improvemnts. Roofing, siding, tile, painting, flooring, decks, kitchens, bathroom, basement, windows, doors, odd jobs, pavers, much more. Senior discounts. 32 years experience. Insured. NJ Reg 13VH07919200. 732-569-1406. (46) Live-in, Live-out Caregiver - Available for seniors. Experienced, references, drivers license. Bathing, laundry, grocery shopping, doctors appointments, meal preparation, etc.

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Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can also help with your slow running computer! iPhone and iPad lessons also available. Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Lic #13VH05930800.

732-678-7584, Tony. (t/n) Handyman/Property Management - Painting, flooring, tile, backsplashes, kitchens, bathrooms, shower enclosures, electrical, plumbing, windows, home repairs, cleanups, hauling. Free estimates.

Insured. Chris 732-527-2017. (44) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

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Holiday City South Mens Club

BERKELEY – The Holiday City South Mens Club will hold the annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on March 12 from 5 to 9 p.m. in the auditorium.

Dinner includes antipasta, salad and corned beef and cabbage buffet. Coffee and dessert will also be served. Beer,

wine and soda will also be available.

The event is catered by the Blue Fountain, and music will be by the Jimmy Ray Band.

The cost is $27 per person. All are welcome, including all men and women from neighboring communities.

Tickets go on sale starting January 15 in the auditorium from 9 to 11 a.m. and every Friday thereafter. Call Marty at 732-240-3657 with any questions.

The HCS Mens Club will be holding a trip to the Golden Nugget Casino on March 29. The bus leaves the HCS Club-

house at 9 a.m. and departs the casino at 4:15 p.m. The cost is $23 per person with a $25 slot play and a $5 food comp. Tickets are in sale Friday mornings in the HCS clubhouse between 9 and 11 a.m. All are welcome. Call Jim Bortone at 732-2813380 with any questions.

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38 Shad eggs 39 Biblical trio ... and a homophonic hint to the answers to starred clues 42 Have a mortgage, e.g.

43 Send to the canvas 45 Graceful swimmers 46 Pull down 47 Dorm monitors, briefly 50 Windpipe, e.g.

52 *”That’ll Be the Day” singer 56 Grand Forks locale: Abbr.

59 “It’s finally clear to me” 60 Accustom 61 Sushi option 62 *Longtime “60 Minutes” closer 66 Follow, or follower 67 Listen to, as a podcast 68 Bearded beast 69 Suburban street liners 70 Physical jerks

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SEASIDE HEIGHTS – The Jersey Shore Festival will take place on May 19 through 22 in Seaside Heights. The free-admission event will offer over 300 live musical performances, skateboard and BMX stunt shows, fireworks, vendor village, “pros vs. heroes” football game, surf and SUP lessons, yoga lessons and an NFL “Play 60” Clinic. All free.

The Jersey Shore Festival is a free festival that provides something for everyone and offers an experience of the “Real Jersey Shore” for all. The Jersey Shore Festival welcomes fans and friends from all over the region and world to enjoy in a myriad of festivities.

The Jersey Shore festival celebrates summer with an array of fun-filled activities.

Live original bands can be seen on Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout town and in select venues including the Aztec, Jimbo’s, Spicy Cantina, EJ’s, Captain Hook’s and The Beachcomber, to name a few.

The BMX and skateboard stunt shows will be jaw dropping, and the fireworks will light up the night skies on Saturday.

The festivities also feature a Vendor Vil-

lage, consisting of vendors, artists, local businesses and non-profit organizations.

The Pro’s vs. Heroes Flag Football Game is a charity event for non-profit and charitable organizations to raise awareness and funds. The game consists of current and professional athletes playing the Toms River police on Sunday. The game is a nine-man flag football format that consists of four 15-minute running clock quarters with a 30-minute halftime. Each team consists of 15 players, both offense and defense.

This year the festival is adding a music industry component with workshops, mentoring and one on one consulting, as well as A&R and talent scouting professionals.

The festival invites industry professionals and musicians looking to network and progress.

Additional programming and band lineup will be detailed on the Jersey Shore festival’s website. Those interested in participating in the event as a vendor, volunteer, event sponsor or attendee may contact info@jerseyshorefestival.com or call 732-203-7787.

Not Your Usual Tie OCEAN COUNTY – At the annual Christmas pot luck supper, members of the Pieceful Shores Quilters’ Guild had previously been given a challenge to find ways to use men’s silk ties.

With the ties of fathers, husbands and

friends, quilts of unusual settings became the norm. And the votes are in.

The winners were: Viewer’s choice, Anne Flynn; first place, Betty Maguire; second place, Beverly Stanilious; and third place, Jana Pratt.

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By Melissa Pagnotta A large figure of Lady Justice stands at the front of Mr. Ralph Fedele’s desk, surrounded by thick folders, scribbled-on yellow pads, and Christmas cards. “I still have clients from years past that send yearly Thanksgiving or Christmas notes,” he smiles. “It’s nice to see that they remember you and care about what you do.” Mr. Fedele is one of the three attorneys at Silvi, Fedele, and Honschke Attorneys at Law. The attorneys—Mr. Silvio Silvi, Mr. Ralph Fedele, and Mr. Neil Honschke--focus on Real Estate and Estate Transactions, Worker’s Compensation, and Personal Injury, respectively. Mr. Silvi started the practice in 1986, and they have since grown to 3 offices: their main office is in Toms River, and their satellite offices are in Forked River and Brick.

What makes SF&H different than other law offices is that Mr. Silvi, Mr. Fedele, and Mr. Honschke work directly with their clients; clients are not handed off to junior associates. “There’s no young people here learning on the job,” Mr. Honschke confirms. Everyone in the office that clients work with, including legal secretaries, have years of experience—making clients feel taken care of and assured that they are in good hands.

The attorneys decided to be more accessible after learning what clients want, but often do not find at other law offices. “The number one complaint that we’ve seen with clients with other law firms is that they don’t have enough contact with their attorney and they feel like they’re lost, not knowing what’s happening

with their case,” Mr. Honschke clarifies, “Our main priority is to make sure that our clients never feel that way.”

To be more available to their clients, they’ve made their website more interactive, and they have multiple offices in convenient locations. Online, clients now can contact an operator about an issue regarding their case. No matter whether clients send an online inquiry or call, people can expect to hear from an attorney within 24 hours, or the same business day, if possible. Additionally, having multiple offices makes it is easier for their clients who live in other towns to meet with the attorneys.

They’ve also chosen locations that are easy to get to: the Toms River office, for example, is on Route 37 near the Garden State Parkway, Ocean County Medical Center, and Holiday City.

And if a client is unable to travel to their office due to an illness or injury, the attorneys will go to people’s homes for appointments and interviews. “I’ve gone to hospitals—Brick Hospital and Community Medical Center. I’ve gone to nursing homes,” Mr. Silvi says, “Sometimes, you have to go to the people.”

Over the years, they’ve realized that it’s better for their clients if they focus on specific legal areas: Mr. Fedele has nearly 20 years of experience in Workers Compensation, and Mr. Silvi has focused on Real Estate and Estate Work for 28 years. Mr. Honschke, who has 27 years of experience doing Personal Injury, explains that having concentrations makes them more effective and knowledgeable when representing clients.

Pictured are Ralph F. Fedele, Silvio M. Silvi and Neil D. Honschke “I only do personal injury. I don’t do anything else…I don’t want to create the impression that one day I’m handling a DUI, and the next day I’m handling a child with a brain injury….It’s a very complex area of law where, if you are not focused on that area of law, you’re not doing your clients a service.”

Mr. Fedele agrees. He wants his clients to feel as though, “If I need a workers comp. attorney, I’m getting a guy who does workers comp.”

Years of experience with these focuses have also given them recognizable, trusted names. “If you went to any of the judges in this county and mentioned one of our names, they [would] know who we are because we’re there everyday” Mr. Honschke adds.

Their names are recognized outside the courtroom as well because they are very involved in the community. For the past two years, Mr. Fedele coached his son’s football team at TSO Sports.

Mr. Fedele has also coached baseball and basketball. Also having raised his kids in Toms River, Mr. Honschke was a coach and was on the board of directors for Toms River Little League for 15 years. Most recently, he put together a travelling team of the last group of boys he coached—now grown men. The team won the state title 2 out of the past 3 years.

Silvio’s relationship with the area began when he was a child. He spent his summers at his family’s beach home in Seaside Heights.

Upon graduating from school, he

moved to the Toms River area. “I [liked] that it’s in the middle of New York, Philadelphia, and Atlantic City, and it has the beach, the bay, and the ocean.”

Due to their outreach in the community and the relationships they build with their clients, a large part of their business is returning clients. Their work with clients extends past the end of their case. “We still have clients who, even after their case is over, for years, will come in with a question about something,” Mr. Honschke explains. “Even though they don’t have an active case, we do whatever is possible to help them.”

For more information, you can call their Toms River office at 732349-4949, or visit their website at sfhlaw.com.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast By Jeraldine Saunders ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put a positive spin on your appearance this week. Change your clothing style or haircut.

You’re likely to attract people who are a good influence on you or who can help you make a success.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You’ll have better luck using leniency in the week ahead. A bit of compassion and sympathy will work much better in sticky situations than being strict, exacting and disapproving.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The most favorable results are readily apparent.

Play or converse with others in the week ahead to gain their trust and assistance.

You might easily develop firm supporters for the future.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take advantage of clear intellect to balance the checkbook or research hard facts. New procedures or technology can make your life easier in the week ahead if you’ll just give them a try.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Advertise your best qualities to gain recognition in the upcoming week. Sociable old dogs won’t necessarily learn new tricks, but friendly tails are wagging, especially in the workplace.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When there’s a job to be done, you roll up your sleeves and dive right in. If you take pride in your accomplishments and display a “can do” attitude, you’re unlikely to fail this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The

little details add up to a lot. Listen to the well-intentioned advice of others in the week to come. Your favorite someone could become testy if overworked or subjected to criticism.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Set the bar high, but not too high. Trying to attain impossible to reach heights of perfection this week could cause frustration. True lovebirds will get together for a mutual preening session.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Get some extra sleep in the week ahead, as your schedule could become complicated.

Avoid passing on gossip; what you say could carry weight and you might be tagged as the source.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can beat your chest in the week ahead.

Enjoy opportunities to take pride in your success and share it with those in your inner circle. Your drive and ambition have no bounds.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Picky people might put you in your place during the upcoming week. Avoid being demanding, aggressive, or overly competitive and you can avoid becoming embroiled in a personal controversy.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Focus on lasting values and long-term results in the week to come. The quick fix or the easy way out might have hidden problems that end up causing more work or bother in the long run. (c) 2015 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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Jump-Start The New Year With Three Smoothie Recipes

By Wolfgang Puck

The new year always feels like it offers us an opportunity to celebrate new beginnings. That’s why so many of us make resolutions at this time of year - the most widespread of which, not surprisingly, revolve around a desire to eat more healthfully and shed some pounds.

Fortunately, all the beautiful produce you can find in your supermarket, even in the middle of the winter, provides an abundance of ways in which we can keep such resolutions easily. Fresh vegetables and fruits nourish us, help to keep calories and fat down, and raise our intake of all sorts of beneficial vitamins, minerals and fiber.

One of the most popular ways to enjoy fresh produce is by drinking smoothies, usually for breakfast but also sometimes for other meals. Blending together a variety of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables releases all of their goodness and helps you create a beautiful, delicious beverage that satisfies with every sip.

To help you make the best smoothies, I recommend that you use one of the highspeed, professional-quality blenders that are widely available today. (You can even find an excellent, reasonably priced model with my name on it.) They liquefy even hardy produce easily for the smoothest, best-tasting results.

You can combine fruits and vegetables in the same mixture, though I recommend using no more than about 40 percent vegetables to 60 percent or more fruits to get a sweet flavor that will conceal the sometimes-bitter taste of beneficial greens like kale or spinach. I also sometimes like to include almond milk or another kind of nut milk, and maybe some low-fat or nonfat yogurt. A chunk of fresh ginger spices things up, a drizzle of honey can enhance sweetness, and a few ice cubes help create the sensation of drinking a wonderful milkshake.

The following delicious smoothie examples have been adapted from my exciting online adventure that represents yet another new beginning (for myself) in 2016. My all-video Cooking School, WolfgangPuckCookingSchool.com is where I present exciting, fun recipe lessons, cooking courses and how-tos, plus much more. (And you can even get a free 14-day trial membership.)

Let me raise a delicious, healthful glass to everyone in the hopes of a happy and healthy 2016 for us all!

MIXED BERRY SMOOTHIE Serves 2 1 cup stemmed fresh strawberries 6 ounces fresh blueberries 3 ounces fresh raspberries 1/2 mandarin, tangerine, clementine, or tangelo, with skin

1/4 medium-sized raw red beet, rinsed, cut into 3 wedges 1 tablespoon vegetable-based protein powder 1 cup plain nonfat or low-fat yogurt 2 scant cups ice cubes 1 to 2 teaspoons honey (optional) In a professional-quality, high-speed blender, combine all the ingredients.

Cover and blend until smooth, stopping once or twice if necessary to scrape down the sides of the jar. Taste the smoothie and, if you like, pulse in a little honey to adjust the sweetness to taste. Pour the smoothie into two tall, chilled glasses.

Serve immediately.

BANANA-DATE-YOGURT SMOOTHIE Serves 3 or 4 2 small ripe bananas, peeled 1 slice fresh pineapple, about 2 inches (5 cm) thick, cored and cut into chunks 1 apple, peel left on, cored and cut into wedges 5 Medjool dates, pitted 1 cup (250 mL) almond milk 1 cup (250 mL) plain nonfat or low-fat yogurt 1 cup ice cubes 1 strip fresh lime zest, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) long 1 piece fresh ginger, about 3/4 inch (18 mm), peeled In a professional-quality, high-speed blender, combine all the ingredients.

Cover and blend until smooth, stopping once or twice if necessary to scrape down the sides of the jar. Pour the smoothie into chilled glasses. Serve immediately.

GREEN SMOOTHIE Serves 2 4 large kale leaves, stemmed, de-ribbed and very coarsely chopped 1 piece fresh ginger, about 3 inches (7.5 cm) long, peeled 1 green apple, peel left on, cored and cut into wedges 1 navel orange, peeled 1/2 English hothouse cucumber, peel left on, cut into 2-inch (5-cm) pieces 1 cup (250 mL) almond milk 1 teaspoon honey 1/16 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional) In a professional-quality, high-speed blender, combine all the ingredients.

Cover and blend until smooth, stopping once or twice if necessary to scrape down the sides of the jar. Pour the smoothie into two tall, chilled glasses. Garnish with mint sprigs (optional) and serve immediately.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2014 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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