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January 23, 2016

Team Trevor Helps 5 Year-Old With Bone Cancer Frederick Drive, Route 9 Safety Study Moves Forward

–Photo by Joe Cimino Photography Local officials, celebrities and supporters crowd around Trevor Kwatkoski and family, at a charity basketball game to assist the medical costs of the 5 year-old.

By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – It was more than a basketball game between Central Regional and Toms River South, but a chance to rally for a local child undergoing treatment for bone cancer.

The Team Trevor event benefited 5 year-old Trevor Kwatkoski

and family, of Berkeley. Trevor was diagnosed last April with bone cancer and has faced multiple rounds of chemotherapy along with surgery.

The Golden Eagles hosted two basketball programs, with one a clinic for elementary school students with the $5 registration

fee being donated to Team Trevor. Coaches Mike Clemente and John Truhan conducted the clinic along with players from Central Regional boys and girls teams.

Then, Central hosted Toms River South in a girls and boys basketball doubleheader, that featured support from All Star

third baseman and Home Run Derby champ Todd Frazier of the Chicago White Sox. Donations were collected at the door and Team Trevor wristbands sold as fundraisers, as well as game sponsors. The Beachwood Police Department also raised money for Trevor and his family.

GOP To Decide Vacant Freeholder Spot

By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – County Republicans will meet January 26 to decide who will fill the shoes of Jim Lacey, the Ocean County Freeholder who resigned recently.

The vacancy meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at the TR Hotel on Route 37, where the Ocean County Republican organization will meet as county committee for candidates to Lacey’s seat.

Lacey, who resigned December 31, had served as a freeholder since 1993. His term was to end January 2017.

Freeholder Director John Bartlett announced Lacey’s resigna-

tion December 31 from the five-member, all-Republican board of chosen freeholders.

Lacey, who was also serving on the 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. (Freeholder - See Page 4)

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By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – After concerns that their calls were falling on deaf ears, the township announced the state would join efforts to study Frederick Drive and Route 9, the site of a recent pedestrian fatality.

The study, paid for by the township and the state, would look at what safety improvements would be possible on the state road there. Mayor Carmen Amato said the intersection has been an ongoing safety issue they’ve been trying to address for years.

At the most recent council meeting, Amato said “I updated the Council as well, that I asked Lieutenant Governor Guadagno for her assistance with the Department of Transportation. The Lieutenant Governor and her staff immediately went to action on our behalf.”

Township officials sent its last letter and resolution calling for state action at the council meeting after the December fatality, where one pedestrian was fatally struck and a second suffered major injuries. Details from police say the pedestrians were using the crosswalk around 9 p.m. at Frederick Drive and a vehicle failed to yield.

Currently, that spot on Route 9 has a painted crosswalk. It is not an intersection with a traffic light, or a pedestrian flashing (Safety - See Page 4)

–Photo by Catherine Galioto Conditions at Frederick Drive and Route 9 include a painted crosswalk, but township officials are hoping a state study for further improvements will address pedestrian safety.

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OCEAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Surround Babies With Protection from Whooping Cough Both Ocean and Monmouth Counties have seen an increase in whooping cough (pertussis) this year. In the United States, we see between 10,000 and 50,000 cases a year. Since 2010, about 10 to 20 babies die from whooping cough each year.

IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT FOR PREGNANT WOMEN TO GET THEIR TDAP VACCINATION DURING THEIR THIRD TRIMESTER DURING EVERY PREGNANCY TO PASS ON PROTECTIVE ANTIBODIES TO THE BABY. Any adult, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends, siblings, caregivers, ANYBODY coming near the baby, should be vaccinated one time against whooping cough PRIOR (at least two weeks) before visiting the baby to help protect the baby from whooping cough. Most babies get whooping cough from someone in the household who may not know they have whooping cough.

ANY OTHER VACCINES NEEDED? PREGNANT WOMEN, AND ANYBODY WHO WILL BE NEAR THE BABY NEEDS TO BE VACCINATED AGAINST THE FLU. BABIES CANNOT RECEIVE THEIR FLU SHOT UNTIL 6 MONTHS OF AGE. The Ocean County Health Department offers Tdap to anyone over the age of 19, including pregnant women (with a note from their medical care provider) and holds clinics at the Ocean County Health Department main site at 175 Sunset Avenue, Toms River. The clinics are held the first and third Tuesday of each month from 1-4PM and no appointment is needed.

WITH QUESTIONS, YOU CAN CALL 732-341-9700, EXT. 7604.

ALL FLU SHOT CLINICS ARE OPEN TO RESIDENTS 6 MONTHS OF AGE AND OLDER. For additional information please visit our website at www.ochd.org or pick up a vaccine information statement at any flu clinic.

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OCEAN COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS

John C. Bartlett, Jr., Director • Gerry P. Little, Deputy Director • John P. Kelly James F. Lacey • Joseph H. Vicari

OCEAN COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH MEMBERS

John J. Mallon, Chairperson • Senator Robert Singer, Vice Chairperson Anthony DePaola, Secretary-Treasurer • Carol Blake, RN • Maurice “Mo” B. Hill, Jr., D.M.D. Veronica Laureigh • Henry Mancini • Ruthanne Scaturro Richard Work • Gerry P. Little, Freeholder Liaison

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light or other traffic elements. Route 9 is one lane in each direction at that stretch, near the ShopRite.

Between 2008 and 2012, there were 45 traffic accidents, Amato said. There were 10 pedestrian incidents with 2 fatalities. In that time, the township and its police chief

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Chris Christie to the state Parole Board. If his appointment is confirmed by the state Senate, Kelly would be required to resign as a freeholder as well.

Lacey’s resignation and Kelly’s anticipat-

sent multiple letters to the DOT asking for a safety study and improvements to that portion of the state road. Since 2012, 25 additional accidents have occurred at that spot, Amato said.

Now, there seems to be some activity to get a study done of the intersection, the next step before putting safety measures there.

“The Department of Transportation has agreed to conduct the study and are working

on trying to expedite it,” said the mayor. “I have spoken to Assistant Commissioner John Case and Regional Manager Raymond Tomczak, both of the Department of Transportation who have pledged cooperation and assistance.”

Berkeley officials also appropriated 25 percent – an estimated $40,000 ‑‑ of the cost for the traffic signal study in the current capital budget, the mayor said.

Mayor and Council asked the state to install a pedestrian safety light at the intersection, to make other improvements there such as lighting, and to prohibit left turns from Frederick Drive onto Route 9.

“As a result of the Lieutenant Governor’s intervention, I’m pleased at the responsiveness of the Department of Transportation,” said the mayor, also citing support from the 9th District legislators and county freeholders.

ed 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. 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.

The county committee meeting only announces it seeks to fill the Lacey vacancy.

All party members are welcome to attend, but only existing county committee members are eligible to vote. There will be no voting by proxy if you cannot attend.

The process is similar to the annual

nominating convention held by the county council. GOP County Chairman George Gilmore called the meeting, which by law must be held within 35 days of a vacancy.

County committee members should RSVP before January 25 by emailing stephanie@ oceancountygop.com or calling GOP headquarters at 732-244-5400.

CRHS Alumni Association Meeting Schedule

BAYVILLE – The Central Regional High School Alumni Association will meet once a month on the following dates in the C.R.H.S. Senior Cafeteria (Door #36) at

7 p.m.: February 22, March 21, April 18, May 16 and June 13. Any CRHS alumni are welcome to attend and participate. Meetings are one hour per month.

Not Your Usual Tie

OCEAN COUNTY – At the 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.

Holiday City South Mens Club To Hold Events 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

are sale in the auditorium from 9 to 11 a.m. Fridays. Call Marty at 732-240-3657 with any questions.

The HCS Mens Club will hold a trip to the Golden Nugget Casino on March 29.

The bus leaves the HCS Clubhouse 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 in the HCS clubhouse between 9 and 11 a.m. All are welcome.

Call Jim Bortone at 732-281-3380 with any questions.

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Featured Letter Bring Home The U.S.S. Pueblo Nearly 50 years after the U.S.S. Pueblo was blatantly attacked and seized by North Korea, this storied United States Navy vessel remains in the hands of one of the most oppressive regimes on the planet.

Following the unprovoked deadly attack in international waters on January 23, 1968 that left a crew member dead, the ship was towed to North Korea and its 82 surviving sailors imprisoned and tortured for nearly a year.

While the Pueblo remains an active commissioned warship in the Navy, the proud vessel is far from friendly waters. The Pueblo serves as a tourist attrac-

tion in the North Korean capital. It’s time for that to change. It’s time to bring the Pueblo home.

In honor of her crew, I’m again calling on all of our Congressional representatives to pledge that they will make every effort to return the U.S.S. Pueblo to the United States.

This humiliation has gone on long enough. Washington needs to remind North Korea that the Pueblo has not been forgotten. Let us send a message that we will not rest until the Stars and Stripes once more are raised on the mast of the U.S.S. Pueblo.

Joseph H. Vicari Freeholder

Editorial Make Yourself Heard The people of Berkeley face an array of issues – taxes, traffic, the environment, education. Issues that will impact Berkeley for years to come. And no doubt you have something to say about them. So what can you do to ensure that your voice gets heard?

First and foremost, town council meetings. Let your officials know you’re

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You can also write letters to the editor to papers like ours. People follow their local papers and by writing about important issues, you spark vital discussion on topics that affect your life.

Don’t allow yours to be a lone voice in the wilderness. Make yourself heard.

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Letters To The Editor Bill Could Improve Nursing Home Care

We all need to be concerned about the quality of nursing home care. Just about everyone has a loved one who eventually will need nursing home care, or will need it themselves.

And the record indicates that care in New Jersey nursing homes can benefit from greater oversight.

For example, an AAR P sur vey shows that New Jersey ranks 49 out of 50 states in preventing bedsores in nursing homes.

Governor Christie is considering whether to sign a bill raising minimum staffing requirements for certified nursing assistants in New Jersey nursing homes.

AARP urges our governor to sign this bill so that we and our loved ones are protected from inadequate levels of care. As the data on preventing bedsores show, inadequate care can cause real suffering to nursing home residents.

Dave Mollen AARP New Jersey State President

Running For Governor

My name is Joseph Rudy Rullo, and I want to be the next governor of New Jersey. I am a Republican from Ocean County, and entrepreneur who has never held elected office. Many know me as one of the hardest working Republicans in the area, and I am the right

person to remedy the woes that are plaguing the state of New Jersey.

I haven’t been a rank-andfile, good old boy network Republican and have actually come out against corruption like with the Toms River superintendent Michael Ritacco scandal. We are number one in property taxes, in people leaving the state. We are number one cost for road projects and bridges, and we are one of the most corrupt political systems in the country.

How can New Jersey fail and keep the broken system for so many years? Fixing these issues for the future of New Jersey is one reason I decided to run for office.

I got involved because it really upsets me that a lot of my friends and family, business associates and classmates from school are leaving New Jersey because they have lost their quality of life. People can’t afford to live in New Jersey.

What needs to be fixed in this state is the amount needlessly spent on school administrations. The number of super i ntendents needs to be reduced drastically. Instead of having one superintendent per school district, we need to cut the number to one per county. By consolidating superintendents, we can save $50 million per year.

We can buy books, we can have more teachers, we can lower property taxes. I would work to also eliminate municipal tax assessors the same. Another important thing to eliminate is

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high-salary patronage jobs like Port Authority’s David Wildstein as an example. In addition, I will reform pensions, reform the Veterans Affairs healthcare system in the state, eliminate state income taxes on pensions for seniors and all veterans in New Jersey, and support Senator Mike Doherty’s fair school funding formula.

I have the issues right. The politicians that are running against me aren’t going to be able to support the issues because either they’re in or because of conf licts like contributors to their campaign. My proposed cuts and reforms for New Jersey will be my first priority to fix our broken system.

Joseph Rudy Rullo Ocean County

Funding Bill A Compromise Regarding the Zadroga Health and Compensation Act, this is not the funding bill I would have written.

Far from it. But it represents the compromises it takes to avert another government shutdown and keep the government working for the American people.

I’m very pleased that our 9/11 first responders will finally have the peace of mind they deserve now that we permanently extended our Zadroga Health and Compensation Act. There is also critical funding in this budget agreement to help ensure our first responders are properly equipped, staffed and ready to answer the call when emergencies strike.

The final package importantly includes many of my priorities to support middle class and working families, grow our economy, create jobs and invest in our infrastructure, communities and businesses. It will put real money back in the pockets of transit riders in the face of rising fares, give a lifeline to struggling homeowners strapped with debt and ensure women have access to quality health services. It also provides tax certainty

for middle class families and makes permanent improvements to the earned income and child tax credits that together help lift working families out of poverty.

While I have championed many of the provisions included in this budget– and offered common sense ways to ensure they are paid for– I do not believe they had to come at the price of permanently repealing the oil export ban. And just as we are pushing the SEC to move forward with my rule requiring public companies to disclose their political spending to shareholders, Republicans have allowed d a rk-money to f u r t her threaten our democracy.

We must fix this.

At the end of the day, I consider a budget to be a reflection of our values, and I’m going to continue to fight to build upon the great successes in this agreement, and against any efforts that are harmful to New Jersey, our nation and our future.

Bob Menendez U.S. Senator

Support Of Israel Is Dangerous I am writing in response to Manchester’s Township Councilman, Mr. Charles Frattini’s letter, which appeared in the Times on December 19, 2015. I n his letter, he seems hellbent on linking the terror attacks in the West with strikes in Israel, and the need for us to buddy up with them. He like so many other people seems to want us to adapt a strategy which undoubtedly will mean that we will be mired down in endless war.

Rarely if ever does the simple question get asked: Why are these people so enraged? Is there any reason? Like most people, politicians in particular, Mr. Frattini ignores the despair, and the root causes of the anger that is so prevalent in much of the Middle East.

The implication is clear: We are innocent and they (Letters - See Page 14)

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

From The Desk Of Congressman Tom MacArthur:

Congressman Tom MacArthur OCEAN COUNTY – Recently, Congressman Tom MacArthur met with Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy and toured Ocean County’s 911 Dispatch Call Center as well as the Armed Services Recruitment Center.

MacArthur also met with Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and his team to review efforts to combat addiction in South Jersey.

“Thank you to Congressman MacArthur for the great opportunity to review the public safety concerns that directly impact the residents of Ocean County,” said Sheriff Mastronardy.

OCEAN COUNTY – Noting that many Ocean County seniors rely on Social Security as their primary means of financial support, Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari says he is disappointed there will be no Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) in benefits this year.

“This is a concern for many of our seniors,” said Vicari, who is chairman of Ocean County Senior Services.

“We are still in an economic slump and our seniors rely on Social Security.

“No increase in benefits in 2016 could result in seniors being forced to make decisions they shouldn’t have to,” Vicari said. “Seniors should not have to decide between buying medication and buying food.”

As of December 2014 there were 154,510 social security recipients in Ocean County ‑‑ a combination of retired workers, disabled individuals and survivors. Of those recipients, the 65 and older

“Our Dispatch Call Center handles over 300,000 calls a year and the Congressman was able to see firsthand just how valuable the center is to our county.

Tom serves on the House Armed Services Committee in Washington, and we were honored to stop by each Armed Services recruitment office our department provides security for and meet with the men and women that serve our nation.”

“Law En forceme nt’s ability to be proactive in addressing crime and successful in resolving community quality of life issues is tremendously dependent on building solid partnerships and garnering the support of our elected leaders. We appreciate greatly Congressman MacArthur’s

MacArthur Meets With County Law Enforcement Officials

insights, assistance and efforts in fulfilling our mission to protect and serve,” said Prosecutor Coronato.

“Ocean County is lucky to have a partner like Sheriff Mastronardy working to stem any public safety concerns brought to the department’s attention,” said Congressman MacArthur. “Thank you to Sheriff Mastronardy and the hardworking men and women that serve our community each day. I’m proud to represent the fine officers of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department.”

MacArthur continued, “It was ver y helpf ul to have the opportunity to sit down with Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph Coronato and his team for a briefing. I was impressed and encouraged hearing

–Photo courtesy Congressman Tom MacArthur’s Office Congressman Tom MacArthur meets with the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. about the efforts of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office to work with local law enforcement to combat the influx of narcotics, treat those suffering from the

disease of addiction and employ innovative training programs to help police officers dealing with residents with mental health issues. Kudos to Prosecutor

Lack Of Social Security Adjustment Disappoints Freeholder population in Ocean County totals 50,970 men and 71,365 women.

“Our economy has yet to turnaround,” Vicari said.

“Ocean County continues to provide more money for senior services. While I understand there is a formula used by Social Security that determines the adjustment, it remains of the utmost importance for all agencies to do their part to provide the financial means our seniors need. The lack of an increase for our seniors is very frustrating to say the least.”

The amount of money Social Security pays out is adjusted each year to take into account the rate of inflation. The COLA is set every October based on the September inflation report, according to CNN/Money.

According to Social Security, in 2013, 85 percent of married couples and 84 percent of non-married persons aged 65 or older received Social Security benefits.

Social Security was the major source of income (providing at least 50 percent of total income) for 51 percent of aged beneficiary couples and 74 percent of aged non-married beneficiaries. It was 90 percent or more of income for 21 percent of aged beneficiary couples and 46 percent of aged non-married beneficiaries.

The recent elder economic index shows Social Security is the sole income for approximately 30 percent of New Jersey elders.

“Our seniors rely on these benefits,” Vicari said. “I would hope the Social Security Administration would take into consideration just how important these benefits are to our seniors and not keep the COLA flat in coming years.

“Ocean County has the largest senior population in the state of New Jersey and second largest in the country,” Vicari said. “The country’s economic downturn

continues to impact seniors in this County as many have faced losses in their retire-

ment funds and employee retiree health plans while at the same time experiencing

Coronato and the men and women of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office for their steadfast commitment to serving the residents of Ocean County.”

increased costs for basic needs such as food, energy and housing.”

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$75,000 In Grants Awarded To Shore Area Arts And Cultural Nonprofits

TOMS RIVER – OceanFirst Foundation of Toms River will award $75,000 through its Arts and Cultural Grant Program. Grants will support a wide range of activities, including live theater and music, museums, galleries, festivals and other special events happening throughout the year. “Here at the Jersey Shore, we’ve got so many amazing places to visit and things to see. Among them are the many vibrant and creative museums, galleries, theaters and community spaces where local artists, performers and historians gather to share their individual and collective work for all to experience. We’re proud of our history of giving to the arts and cultural community with more than $2 million in contributions since 1996 and we’re delighted to continue our tradition of giving this year,” said Katherine Durante, executive director of OceanFirst Foundation.

Organizations that would like to be considered for a grant must submit to the Foundation, either electronically or by mail, a summary of their 2016 programs and events

along with any related sponsorship material that outlines the giving options. Typical grants will range from $250 to $5,000. The deadline for organizations to submit application material is March 1. For complete guidelines and additional information on submitting a grant request, visit oceanfirstfdn.org.

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Berkeley Announces Council Meetings BAYVILLE – Berkeley Township Council Regular meetings will be held the second and fourth Mondays, except as noted, at Town Hall, 627 Pinewald-Keswick Rd. Open Caucus Meetings, 6 p.m., immediately followed by: Special Executive Sessions, some dates, if any, immediately followed by regularly scheduled Berkeley Township Council Meeting.

Schedule: January 25, February 22, March 21, April 18, May 16, June 13 and

27, July 18, August 22, September 26, October 17, November 14 and December 5 and 19.

This schedule shall be published and posted on the bulletin board of the Municipal building Lobby, Pinewald-Keswick Road, Bayville. Persons requesting a copy mailed to their homes may obtain one by sending their name, address and $5 to the Township Clerk, Berkeley Township Hall, PO Box, Bayville, NJ 08721.

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Ocean Gate To Upgrade Water Meter Infrastructure

OCEAN GATE – The Borough of Ocean Gate is in the process of upgrading the water meter infrastructure in town. The Borough has contracted Saks Metering to complete this task.

All Ocean Gate residents are required to have their water meters upgraded at no charge to the home owner. You must schedule an appointment with Saks Metering by February 1 in order to not incur any installation charges.

No meter will be touched unless an appointment is made with Saks Metering. An appoint-

ment can be scheduled by going to the Saks Metering website at saksmetering.com and clicking on the appointment tab, calling Saks Metering directly at 877-583-7257 or emailing to upgrade@saksmetering.com.

All residents who are renting should contact their landlords to make them aware of this situation.

Any questions or concerns about location of your water meter, ongoing construction at your home or if you are raising your house can be directed to the Saks Metering technicians at the above phone number.

Support Women In The Military: Donate Needed Items

BERKELEY – Support women in the military by bringing donated items to Sophia Gingrich (Councilwoman ward 4), 737 Jamaica Blvd., Holiday City, Berkeley.

These items are not available in the military.

These items are needed: overnight pads, tampons, clear/nude nail polish, Jam hair products,

bobby pins (black and blonde), hair ties (black and blonde), little makeup kits, panty liners, leave-in conditioner, brown hair dye (natural colors) of different shades, hair spray, Midol, Advil Liquid gels, hand lotions, eyebrow shaper, facial cleaners, pore strips, polish remover and Keratin treatments.

Veteran’s Committee To Present Family Feud Game Show

BAYVILLE – The Veteran’s Committee of the Southeast District is presenting Play Tyme’s “Family Feud Game Show” at the Bayville Elk’s Lodge #2394, 247 Route 9, on February 6. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

There is an admission donation of $15 per person. Bring your own food and snacks.

Cash bar. All proceeds go to programs and events to support and enrich the lives of our veterans.

For tickets, call 732 269-2954.

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ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Council of the Borough of Island Heights meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, unless changed, in the Municipal Bldg., 1 Wanamaker Complex.

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Berkeley EMS Auxiliary Needs Help

BERKELEY – The Holiday City Berkeley EMS Auxiliary needs help. They have about 20 members, and only 12 or 13 show up regularly. Anyone can join the auxiliary. The group put on a flea market and a very successful gift auction in 2015.

At the annual holiday party, the auxiliary presented the EMS Squad a check as part of the fun and very rewarding work. They can use more help especially with coming up with new ideas, manning tables and wrapping baskets.

Some officers and chair people will be needed this year.

The ladies and gentlemen of the auxiliary have started planning next October’s gift auction and will probably have some new

projects planned.

The next meeting is February 11. The meetings are held the second Thursday of each month. If interested, show up or call Evelyn at 732-279-6904.

And don’t forget to bring newspapers and magazines to recycle at the trailers behind the Squad house. The Recycling Crew is there to help you every Thursday.

To help the EMS squad, come to 100 Port Royal Drive or call 732-240-4999. This EMS area includes 10,765 homes. The squad responds to almost 2,000 calls a year. They run two ambulances five days a week. They do not have enough volunteers to cover all seven days.

New Year, New You: Communication Skills For 2016

SOUTH TOMS RIVER – The Borough of South Toms River will present a free Communication Workshop with speaker Nicole M. Pace, M.A., owner of Change of Pace Communications, former professor, forthcoming author and professional speaker. Workshop topics will include: general communication skills, overcoming your public speaking

fears, job interview skills and networking.

The workshop will be held on January 26 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the South Toms River Recreation Building, 1 Drake Lane. RSVP with the Borough Clerk at 732-349-0403.

Light refreshments will be served. The workshop fits the criteria for PD Hours for Education.

Food Truck And Vendor Extravaganza To Be Held OCEAN GATE – Come out and enjoy the EMS and Fire Department Food Truck and Vendor Extravaganza on May 21 from noon to 7 p.m. Vendors and food truck spaces are available. Call 732-575-1112 (option 3) or email events@oceangateems.org.

The 2015 was a great success. Check back for 2016 details. There will be food trucks, DJ music and vendors. The festival will be held at Willis Jones First Aid Park, 107 East Cape May Avenue, Ocean Gate. Bring your blankets, beach/camping chairs.

“Park After Dark” Programs

OCEAN COUNTY – Moonrise Walk and Campfire: Shake off the winter blues and get outside by joining in for this fun-filled evening. Hear and see some winter activity as you stroll through the trails at Jakes Branch under a full moon. End the night sitting by a campfire and toasting a marshmallow or two. Bring a comfortable chair and your favorite roasting stick. The program will supply the marshmallows. Program is located at the Nature Center of Jakes Branch County Park, Beachwood, and will be held February 6 (#415466-3A) from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Fee is $3 per person. All ages are welcome. Minimum number of participants is

10; maximum is 20.

Cabin Fever Campfire: Are you ready for winter to end? Turn off the TV and bring the family out to warm up by the campfire. It is sure to melt the frost off your nose. You will look for nature’s signs that the long winter is over. Bring your own marshmallows, hot dogs or other snacks to roast. Program is located in the parking lot of Cattus Island County Park, Toms River on March 19 (#412466-4B) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fee is $3 per person.

All ages are welcome. Minimum number of participants is 9; maximum is 20.

For more information, call 877-627-2757.

OceanFirst Celebrates New Year With Food Drive

TOMS RIVER – OceanFirst Bank will be “Celebrating the New Year” with its Annual Food Drive held now through February 1.

The food drive will benefit the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

All OceanFirst branches located in Monmouth and Ocean Counties will be collecting nonperishable items.

For more information, call 732-240-4500 or visit oceanfirst.com.

Pine Beach PD Vs. PBFD

PINE BEACH – The Pine Beach Police Department/Pine Beach Fire Department Charity Softball Game will be held July 16 at 5 p.m. at Walling Field, Pennsylvania Avenue.

Tickets go on sale June 1 in Borough Hall.

Proceeds will benefit the Pine Beach Municipal Alliance and The Pine Beach Volunteer Fire Department.

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Our growth has come largely from “word of mouth”.

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At Good Shepherd ANCC we have a pretty simple rule by which we live; treat others as we would have others treat us. Many of our parishioners had been away from the church for months, even years. They left for a multitude of reasons but desperately wanted to continue their faith journey. They were hungry to have a relationship with Jesus Christ but struggled to find a new place of worship, a new home.

Because we welcome all, Good Shepherd is a natural fit for those feeling left out, left behind or disenfranchised for any other reason. If you are divorced, we welcome you. If you are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered, we welcome you too. If you believe that women should have a more active role in the church, clergy should be able to marry or that a couple is best suited to plan their own family, we welcome all of you as well. In fact, we turn our backs on no one because we hope that no one would turn their backs on us. Those that want to walk with us do so as full members of our community and we journey together, hand in hand.

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Snow Information For Pine Beach

PINE BEACH – Parking of vehicles: There is no parking of vehicles on any borough street when snow is forecast. All vehicles must be parked in your driveway or on the right of way area off of the paved portion of the roadway in front of your home. Vehicles left on the roadway will be towed.

Depositing of snow or ice into the street is prohibited: No person shall throw, place or deposit any snow or ice into or on any street in the borough, nor upon the property of another. No owner, tenant or occupant shall cause or allow such depos-

iting of snow or ice which accumulated on private property or upon vehicles into the streets of the Borough.

Remove all portable basketball hoops from the side of the roadway as they inhibit snowplowing and cause safety issues.

Remember to not place your trash or recycling cans out for collection when snow is forecast. Place it out the following day, after snow removal is complete.

Remember that all snow must be cleared from your vehicle before driving. It’s the law.

Holiday Heights Winter Auction

BERKELEY – The Holiday Heights First Aid Auxiliary will host its Winter Auction on March 4. Proceeds will benefit the first aid squad.

Doors open at 5 p.m. The auction will begin at 7 p.m. The event takes place at the Holiday Heights Clubhouse at 96 Prince Charles Drive.

Admission includes coffee, tea, cake and also a sheet of tickets. Hot dogs, soda and water will be available for purchase.

Tickets are on sale on Thursdays in the auditorium from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

For more information, call Betsy at 732503-4968 or Marie at 732-557-5578.

BOE Announces Meeting Schedule BAYVILLE – The following is a schedule of meetings for the Central Regional Board of Education to be held in the Board Meeting Room, Board of Education Building or in the High School Presentation Room where noted, 509 Forest Hills Parkway.

The meetings are at 7 p.m. for regular business. February 6 (board retreat), February 18, March 17, April 28 (budget hearing), May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15 and January 5, 2017 (reorganization meeting).

Central Regional Financial Aid Meeting BAYVILLE – The Guidance Department will host a Financial Aid Meeting on January 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium.

This program is a “must” for anyone planning on attending college beyond high school. All financial aid sources, and how

to apply for financial aid, will be highlighted. There have been major changes to the FASFA program. How these changes impact families applying for financial aid will be covered in detail. If you have any questions, contact the guidance department at 732-269-1100 ext. 214.

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HamCram At Bayville First Aid Squad

BAYVILLE – U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 16-01 along with NJECT.us will host a “HamCram” on February 28 at 9 a.m. at Bayville First Aid Squad, 660 Route 9.

HamCram is a class where you will be instructed on the particulars to pass the Technician Class Amateur Radio License test, and go over the entire question pool (Element 2). From that pool, you will be given 35 questions on the test. Morse code is no longer required or part of the test.

The test will be given immediately after the course at 1 p.m. The test costs $15. There is no age limit. Bring a pencil, pen, paper and photo ID. Lunch is not included.

There is limited seating for the class; register to guarantee a seat by emailing your full name, email and phone number to info@nject.us. To skip the class and come take the test only, you must arrive no latter then 1 p.m.

If you are involved with radio communications at any level, this class is strongly recommended, as it will help understand many facets of radio and open a whole new world of radio communications. This entry level license will allow you to work portions of many bands available to amateur radio operators. The real learning begins after you obtain your license and get on the air.

Holiday City Berkeley Dance Committee To Hold “Sock Hop”

BERKELEY – The Holiday City Berkeley Dance Committee is holding a “Sock Hop” in Clubhouse II from 7 to 11 p.m. on February 20.

Music by DJ Louie with setups, beer, wine, soda, coffee, tea and dessert all for $9 per person. Bring snacks if you wish.

Come dressed in your favorite clothes from the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s. Join them for an evening of fun and dancing.

Tickets are sold on the first and third Tuesday in Clubhouse I from 11 a.m. to noon.

For information, call Pat 732-557-4472 or Lynn 732-557-5573

Celebrate Valentine’s Day With A Wine Tasting BERKELEY – The Holiday City South Women’s Club is offering a wine tasting trip to the Renault Winery, followed by a four-hour trip to the Tropicana Casino on February 10.

The trip includes: bus trip, lunch, wine tasting, dancing, music and four-hour trip to Tropicana with $20 back in slot play money.

The cost is $56 per person.

Call Alice for information at 732-286-2751.

Plan Your Garden For The Spring BEACHWOOD – Get a head star t on preparing your own garden for the spring. Discuss picking specific plants, how to start your own plants from seed and the benefits of composting at home.

The program will be held on February 3 at the Nature Center of Jakes Branch County Park from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (#417186-1C). There is no fee. Minimum age is 17.

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are not; hence we must give Israel our carte blanche support, and continue our terror-inducing bombing campaign, which is responsible for untold death and human misery to an overwhelming high percentage of innocents. Is there any wonder that we are experiencing blowback?

I have to wonder if Mr. Frattini would be a bit upset if [he] and his loved ones had undergone generations of oppression brought on by despotic leaders that the U.S. supported. Would he be angry if his kids were afraid to go to school, or to go to a good friend’s wedding ceremony because they feared a drone attack? Would it be OK with him if his family were forced to live in horrendous, bombed out, overcrowded refugee camps, while his oppressors limited their calorie intake, embargoed even humanitarian assistance, and continued to steal their land? What if they had to endure relentless air strikes while all 100 of our Senators voted to give our unalloyed support to Israel? Few politicians have the courage to go up against the wishes of the powerful lobbying group, AIPAC (American Israeli Public Affairs Committee), or their campaign benefactors in the military industry because they know that would most likely mean political suicide.

Fortunately though, courageous people throughout the world are speaking out against this genocide. And some of them have joined the BDS (Boycott, Divest and Sanction) campaign.

“You never know a man until you understand things from his point of view, until you climb into his skin and walk around in it”.... [Harper Lee] in [her] book To Kill A Mockingbird.

I wonder if Mr. Frattini really thinks that we are in the Middle East to bring about peace, “Truth, Justice and The American Way” there, like Superman wanted to do here. The goals of encouraging a more just society are noble, but that is never the real reason for maintaining or expanding Empire. It wasn’t true during Colonialism, and it is not true with today’s Neocolonialism, or in our Imperial aspirations.

Many people in Mr. Frattini’s generation (mine too) still swallow the slant, of what passes for good journalism that they hear and see in the corporate owned, mainstream news media, and then form their opinions. But that is far less the case with the younger generations, and the growing number of older people who have undergone an epiphany in realizing that, we have been manipulated. For starters, I urge Mr. Frattini to Google “The Empire’s Ship is Sinking,” and listen to Colonel Wilkerson give his 25-minute interview. He was a former Army Ranger, a National Security Advisor to the Reagan administration, and assistant to Secretary of State Colin Powell. He had an awakening, albeit late in life; so too should Mr. Frattini.

Kudos to Colonel Wilkerson, and everyone who seeks the truth, and who wants a more just and peaceful world.

John Thorssin Toms River

OceanCares Foundation To Present Author Marya Hornbacher

BAYVILLE – The OceanCares Foundation supports the mission and programs of Ocean Mental Health Services (OceanMHS) through building community awareness, facilitating community support, promoting diversity of services, and embracing innovation.

OceanCares Foundation will present author Marya Hornbacher, on January 26 from 6 to 8p.m. at the Ocean County Library (OCL) Toms River Branch, Mancini Hall.

This free event is open the public, however, registration through the OCL website, theoceancountylibrary.org, is required.

Marya Hornbacher is an award-winning journalist, writer, and the bestselling author of five books, including the New York Times Bestseller “Madness,” the Pulitzer Prize finalist “Wasted,” and the New York Times Editor’s Choice “The Center of Winter.” Her work is published

in 18 languages and taught in universities around the world.

The recipient of a host of awards and fellowships for her writing and research, Hornbacher’s essays, lectures, and books explore subjects including mental health and wellness, addiction recovery, and ethics. Her writing across genres appears regularly in literary and journalistic publications around the world. Her sixth book, which looks at the current state of mental health in America and beyond, will be published

by Houghton Mifflin in 2017.

To learn more about OceanMHS including some of their programs and services please visit OceanMHS.org or call 732-575-1111.

If you would like to learn more about the OceanCares Foundation or how you can get involved with supporting OceanMHS please contact Lisa Mulhearn lmulhearn@ oceanmhs.org or 732-269-4849, ext. 612.

VFW Post 950 To Host Breakfast

BAYVILLE – VFW Post 9503, located at 383 Veterans Blvd., will host the all-youcan-eat monthly breakfast on January 31 from 8:30 to 11 a.m.

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. Also on the menu will be assort-

ed juices, decaf and regular coffee and toast.

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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First, for custom, non-behind-theear products, the “red” writing on the aid is for the right ear and the “blue” writing is for the left ear.

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Make A “Pact” To Prevent Birth Defects

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department is joining with the National Birth Defects Prevention Network and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention inviting women and their families to make a PACT for birth defects prevention.

“We know that not all birth defects can be prevented, but we also know that women can increase their chances of having a healthy baby by managing health conditions and adopting healthy behavior before becoming pregnant,” stated Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little, Liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health.

The Ocean County Health Department is encouraging all women to make a PACT for their own health and the health of the family they may have one day. PACT stands for: (P)lan Ahead, (A)void Harmful Substances,(C)hoose a Healthy Lifestyle and (T)alk to Your Healthcare Provider.

By making a PACT, women can reduce the risk of having a child with a birth defect and also reduce their risk of pregnancy complications, such as early pregnancy loss, prematurity and stillbirths.

Daniel Regenye, OCHD public health coordinator, said “About 120,000 babies are affected each year by birth defects in the United States. Birth defects can lead to lifelong challenges and disability. Birth defects are the most common cause of death in the first year of life and the second most common cause of death in children aged 1 to 4 years. Most people are unaware of how common, costly and critical birth defects are in the United States or that there are steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of birth defects.”

Regenye continued, “Small steps, such as making healthy choices, visiting your health care provider before and during pregnancy, controlling your weight, can go a long way. Your diet, lifestyle choices, factors in the environment, health conditions and medications before and during pregnancy all can play a role in preventing or increasing the risk of birth defects.”

Download information on the 2016 Birth Defects Prevention Information Packet on the OCHD website at ochd.org or follow the Health Department on Twitter@OCpublichealth or like them on Facebook.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County residents who are in need of emergency food assistance can place a food request into the Board of Social Services.

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The Berkeley Times, January 23, 2016, Page 17

Here’s To Your Health Dear Pharmacist

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When you think of diabetes, either type 1 or 2, the possibility of complications affecting your eyes, heart and kidney come to mind. But you never really think of your lungs having problems as a result of blood sugar abnormalities. That’s unfortunately a little-known fact.

Diabetes (diagnosed or not) spawns a ton of oxidative stress throughout your body. Lung tissue gets affected by poor blood sugar dysregulation and all the free radicals killing the innocent cells just trying to ‘breathe,’ if you know what I mean.

Lung tissue has an extensive network of blood vessels especially the tiniest ones called capillaries. Capillaries allow blood cells carrying oxygen to march through their vessel walls, but slowly, only cell at a time, kind of like soldiers marching one by one behind each other. Capillaries are the most fragile because they are so thin. Your lungs are also made up of large amounts of connective tissue. Capillaries get destroyed when excessive glucose molecules attach to them and cause stiffening, so then they can’t bend anymore due to the formation of AGE or “Advanced Glycation End” products. A lot of inflammatory cytokines form too. It’s the same case in your eyes, heart, kidneys and nerves; that’s why diabetic complications occur.

This leads to swelling and scar tissue, which builds up in the air-pockets and airways of your lung tissue. The capillary tissues fill up with inflammatory cells and fibrin. This process depletes your antioxidants like glutathione and SOD. More problems if you have a SNP that slows production of either of those! It gets harder to breathe, you’re tired and you develop shortness of breath with little or no exertion.

Forget about exercising now. To boot, your new sedentary state causes weight gain and that taxes your heart, increasing cardiovas-

cular complications from d iabetes. It c a n a p p a rently be addressed, if only partially.

In a July 2015 study, researchers tested the lung health of type 2 diabetic rodents demonstrating that if they gave the critters some chromium, zinc and leucine, the animals’ lung health improved, like, a lot! They tried the nutrients separately and in combination. In all scenarios, the antioxidant stat us improved and lung inf lammation reduced. In some cases it diminished entirely. Chromium, zinc and leucine didn’t just reduce blood sugar, they also protected those fragile capillaries and connective tissue from the cytokine storm, while improving antioxidant status. In other words, nutrients that reduce complications of diabetes are as important as those that reduce blood sugar.

In November 2015, new research focused on type 1 diabetes and mineral status. Scientists measured blood levels of chromium, zinc and magnesium and they were reduced in all participants. In fact, the most poorly controlled diabetics seemed to have the worst deficiencies. The research confirms that chromium, zinc and magnesium may be useful for people seeking to reduce complications. So many of you are focused on the blood sugar number, and you only judge your success by the numbers shown on the glucose machine. But I’m warning you that it’s more important to focus on capillaries, connective tissue and inflammation chemicals. We know certain herbs and minerals support healthy nerves, capillaries, eyes, kidneys and airways. This reduces complications. If you’re taking a supplement but not seeing the numbers go down, it may still be working. You’d never even realize it if you’re just evaluating your progress with a blood glucose machine.

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I decided to ask for my checked luggage back. Never did it occur to me that with the number of flights suddenly being cancelled did the airport not have enough baggage handlers to go plane by plane. Additionally, finding my luggage, which was nondescript among 300 other pieces? I was asked to describe them. It took hours to retrieve my nondescript suitcases. I realized that I would bite the bullet and start tying pink woolen flowers on every handle from now on. I think that you get the picture. Hanging out may have been the better of the two choices.

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By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Marc S. Galella, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates The recent increase in property taxes in some Ocean County towns has prompted an increase in calls to our office requesting more information on filing tax appeals. This article will address some of the most commonly asked questions about tax appeals.

The most important thing to understand about tax appeals is what you can and cannot appeal. Under New Jersey law, you can only appeal that the assessment for your property is in excess of the property’s fair market value. The assessment is the municipality’s determination as to the value of your property, which is sent to each taxpayer around February 1 of each year in the form of a postcard showing the property’s address, tax block and lot and the assessment.

It is equally important to know what you cannot appeal. You cannot appeal the following: (1) the amount of taxes which you have to pay; (2) whether you can afford to pay the taxes; (3) that another person is paying less taxes than you; and (4) that the assessment of another property is less than yours. Thus, the County Tax Board can only hear appeals that the property’s assessment is greater than its fair market value.

The municipal tax assessment is entitled to a presumption that it is correct.

It is up to the taxpayer to prove that the assessment is too high. To do this, the taxpayer must present evidence to the Tax Board as to the correct fair market value of the property. This evidence should be in the form of sales of comparable properties which occurred on or before

October 1 of the year prior to the filing of the appeal. Since most people do not know how to find such comparable sales, it is best to hire a State licensed or certified real estate appraiser to prepare an appraisal showing the comparable sales.

The appraisal must be filed with the Tax Board no later than one week prior to the tax appeal hearing date. The appraiser should also be at the hearing to present the appraisal.

Taxpayers should be aware that the law gives the tax assessor a range of 15% in either direction, so that if true value as determined by the Tax Board is within the 15% range, the Tax Board may not change the assessment (the so-called “Chapter 123” test). The taxpayer should consult with the appraiser as to whether the comparable sales support a reduction in the assessment.

In most cases, all tax appeals must be filed no later than April 1 of each year.

However, in some cases the appeal deadline may be later. It is best to check with the town as to the filing deadline. The filing deadline is strictly enforced and the failure to file by the deadline will result in the appeal being dismissed. Taxpayers seeking to file appeals should begin the process as soon as they receive the assessment card from the tax assessor. Because the laws and procedures regarding tax appeals are complicated, it is a good idea to retain the services of an attorney to assist you in filing and pursuing the appeal. R. C. Shea and Associates has a long history of obtaining reductions in tax assessments for our clients.

The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, Manchester Area 732-408-9455 or our Brick Area at 732-451-080; email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration are currently available at the Ocean County Office of Emergency Management to assist residents and business owners affected by Superstorm Sandy.

“It’s important that our residents and business owners know this assistance is again available to them,” said Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly, director of Law and Public Safety. “Citizens who continue to need assistance as a result of this storm may be able to find help through the SBA.” SBA representatives are available at the county’s OEM from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Ocean County’s Office of Emergency Management is located in the Ocean County Airpark, off Route 530.

According to the SBA, they recently reopened the filing period for survivors in all states affected by Superstorm Sandy to apply for low-interest disaster loans.

The new filing deadline for physical damage and economic injury losses is December 1. The Recovery Improvements for Small Entities (RISE) After Disaster Act of 2015, which became law on November 25, gives the SBA Administrator the authority to make disaster loans for Superstorm Sandy for a period of one year. The bill authorizes SBA to revise the disaster deadline for major Presidential declarations for Superstorm Sandy in Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island.

“Many areas of Ocean County were devastated by the Superstorm that came to shore on October 29,” said Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy, who serves as coordinator for the Office of Emergency Management. “And, while many have rebuilt there are still many that continue to struggle in their efforts to return home.

“I am happy we can provide an environment where residents and business owners can come to meet with SBA representatives,” he said.

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loans for physical losses not covered by insurance, grants or other sources. Additionally, businesses that are still struggling and need working capital should apply for a SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). These working capital loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills that could have been paid had Hurricane Sandy not occurred.

Homeowners may be eligible to apply to repair or replace disaster damaged real estate. Homeowners and renters may be eligible to apply to repair or replace disaster damaged personal property.

SBA disaster business and home loans are available for Hurricane Sandy survivors for disaster- related uncompensated losses whether they previously applied or never applied. Interest rates are as low as 4 percent for businesses, 3 percent for non-profit organizations, and 1.688 percent for homeowners and renters with terms up to 30 years. Loan amounts and terms are set by the SBA and are based on each applicant’s financial condition.

New Jersey businesses and residents affected by the storm can get one-on-one assistance from SBA customer service representatives.

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

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) Intoxicated Driver Resource Center (IDRC) will be holding its annual 3-D event at the Ocean County Mall Center Court on January 29, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Attendees will include county officials, alcohol and drug abuse treatment providers and members of law enforcement and education community.

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dinator said, “This effort brings a heightened awareness to the critical issue of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and distracted driving. This program gives the public the opportunity to garner information on addiction, learn how to recognize an addiction problem and learn about prevention options, education and consequences.”

Speakers include Regenye, Peter Curatolo, Director of the Ocean County Intoxicated

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Jeremy Grunin is an investor, developer and the executive director of the Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation, with over 20 years’ experience in retail sales and management, business development, investment and leadership capacity building.

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LAKEWOOD – The BlueClaws will hold its annual job fair at FirstEnergy Park on February 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at which the team will be interviewing for all parttime, seasonal ballpark positions for the 2016 season. The positions will run from April through September.

“Our game day employees play a vital role in the success of the BlueClaws– we literally could not do it without them,” said BlueClaws General Manager Chris Tafrow. “We look forward to interviewing and filling our available positions with top-level candidates at this year’s Job Fair.”

Several game day staff members have been with the team since its 2001 inception.

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all applicants must be at least 16 years of age (bat boys may be 15).

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OCVTS Open House Events OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Vocational Technical School offers shared-time career and technical education programs allowing college-bound students to earn college credits that will transfer to partnered colleges and universities.

For high school graduates who are not college-bound, OCVTS offers affordable, accelerated training programs that provide skills and real-world experience to launch a new career. OCVTS is holding two open house events.

The OCVTS Career Discovery Day will be held on January 30 at the Brick Center, 350 Chambers Bridge Road. Visitors receive their own “passport.” For every interactive career-related activity you complete, receive a stamp on your passport and a chance to win

prizes. There are door prizes, giveaways, food and fun for the whole family.

The OCVTS District Open House will be held on February 4 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Brick, Jackson, Lakehurst, Little Egg Harbor, Toms River and Waretown centers.

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WHAT IS A MUSCLE SPASM? A muscle spasm is an involuntary contraction of a muscle that can cause pain or discomfort.

A sustained muscle spasm can be known as a muscle cramp, which can be a mild nuisance or an incapacitating pain limiting your ability to prepare dinner, go grocery shopping or get a good night sleep. A spasm can be experienced in multiple areas of the body including your neck, shoulders, low back, hips, legs and many places in between.

and can allow muscle spasms to prevail. Some athletes who participate in outdoor summer and winter events as well as indoor events can become fatigued and dehydrated

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WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF A MUSCLE SPASM? Pain, muscle stiffness, discomfort, and temporary immobilization or range of motion limitations are a few examples of symptoms you may feel while experiencing a muscle spasm.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF MUSCLE SPASMS? Certain factors may increase your risk of getting muscle spasms such as age, inadequate hydration before and during activity, and specific medical conditions. With age, people lose muscle mass which can cause muscles to become overstressed much easier

which can also assist with developing muscle spasms or muscle cramping. Certain medical conditions as well as pregnancy may play a role in initiating such discomfort in the experience of spasms or cramping.

HOW TO PREVENT MUSCLE SPASMS? Exercise, diet and daily stretching of your upper, middle and lower body are ways to prevent muscle spasms.

Staying active is very important and can help with muscle spasm prevention. Easy way to stay active include attending classes at your local gym or community, daily stretching, or going for walks in your neighborhood or the mall. It is important to remember to stay hydrated before and after exercise and to take breaks if needed.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): You must play by the rules but you don’t need to make them. Remain obedient and deferential to those in charge. In the week ahead you will have ample opportunities to flaunt your unique skills and talents.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t take good luck for granted as this week begins.

Follow up on agreements and send a formal thank you if a helpful friend grants a favor. If you must make a crucial decision, take time to sleep on it first.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Turn on the lights. You may be in the dark about a situation or blind to the facts this week. Patiently researching the details will allow you to come to a successful solution. A relationship could prove disappointing.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put on a brave front as this week unfolds. Keep fears and doubts hidden as others may see these as weakness. Make your points clear to avoid misunderstanding. Your industry and take charge attitude are assets.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Even non-turtles know that slow and steady wins the race. Stick to your routines at work in the week to come and eventually you will get to the finish line.

Do not be stingy if asked to make a donation to a charity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The sky is the limit. Your good judgment shines with the big things this week, but may slip a bit with the small things. In your rush to make material success realities don’t offer casual assurances to bystanders.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Stick around your own home and make repairs, clean up, or get organized. There will be plenty of time in the week ahead to enjoy social events, entertainment or fun. Start the week off with a clean slate.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Adhere to the usual routines in the week ahead. Relationships may thrive due to a willingness to cooperate and someone may even bring you an opportunity. However, do not volunteer to take on new responsibilities.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take time for traditions and curtsey to conventions. You may be temporarily frustrated by what seems to be a lack of respect or appreciation. This discomfort will be washed away in the week to come.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Use your heart rather than your head. Logic may dictate a course of action but compassion and understanding will achieve the best result in the week to come. Be sympathetic and aware of the needs of others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): An indiscretion or exaggeration might place a barrier between you and a partner. Later this week you may have a chance to repair the damage. Your plans may include asking for help with a work related project.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make a breakthrough in the week ahead. A fresh discovery or insight can alter your motivations or empower you to do better. You are more popular than usual but shouldn’t give your heart away until too quickly. (c) 2015 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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Back To Basics: A Lesson On Scrambled Eggs

By Wolfgang Puck

Just as New Year’s resolutions often inspire us to eat more healthily and exercise more often, so does January see many of us trying to live more economically. And one of the smartest ways to save money is to enjoy more meals cooked at home.

Yet, it sometimes seems to me as if the home kitchen can feel like a foreign territory to a number of people. Many in their 20s, 30s, 40s, and even 50s didn’t learn to cook from their mothers and grandmothers as generations before did. That is one of the big reasons why I’m launching my new online, all-video cooking school, WolfgangPuckCookingSchool.com, this month. (You can check it out now with a free 14-day trial.) I want cooks everywhere to discover, with me as their personal guide, how easy it can be to prepare delicious, beautiful food in their own homes.

You don’t have to start learning how to cook by attempting some sort of extravaganza for a big dinner party.

Even everyday dishes can become a pleasure to prepare and eat once you know the right way to cook them. So let’s start with breakfast, and one of its most popular dishes: scrambled eggs.

(You’ll find a recipe lesson at my video cooking school!)

I’ve always thought that the best scrambled eggs are soft and creamy, with small curds that taste as moist and rich as thick custard. Yet, too many people know scrambled eggs only by the dry lumps they’re served in old-fashioned diners. As you’ll learn in the following recipe, however, luscious scrambled eggs are simple to make if you use the medium-low heat, so they don’t dry out before they’re done; moisten and enrich them with a little cream (or milk), and stir them almost constantly, scraping the pan, so they cook evenly.

Perfectly cooked scrambled eggs can also become the basis for all sorts of variations. You can add ingredients to flavor them, such as the caramelized onions I cook in this recipe before adding the eggs, other sauteed vegetables, maybe some chopped ham or crumbled crispy bacon, or simply a sprinkling of grated cheese.

Of course, you can also serve scrambled eggs in more elaborate ways than just spooning them right onto a plate.

I sometimes serve my eggs on top of some thinly sliced smoked salmon, or open-faced on toasted bagel halves.

(Or why not go all the way and put the smoked salmon on the toasted bagels before you pile on the eggs?)

Gain some confidence in your own kitchen by starting with some scrambled eggs for breakfast or brunch, and there’s no telling where it might lead.

I wish you happy cooking throughout 2016!

CREAMY SCRAMBLED EGGS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS Serves 4 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) chopped yellow onion Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 10 large cage-free eggs 1/4 cup (60 mL) heavy cream 6 ounces (185 g) thinly sliced smoked salmon (optional) 2 bagels, split and toasted (optional) 4 sprigs fresh chervil or parsley, or chopped fresh chives (for garnish) Heat the olive oil or butter individually, or a half-and-half mixture of oil and butter, in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot enough to foam freely, or the butter begins to foam, add the onion. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Saute, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon until the onion turns a deep golden brown, about 8 minutes.

While the onion is cooking, break the eggs into a mixing bowl. Add the cream, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. With a fork or a whisk, beat until the egg mixture is thoroughly blended and slightly frothy.

Once the onion is caramelized, reduce the heat under the skillet to medium-low. Pour in the egg mixture.

As the eggs begin to set, use a rubber spatula to scrape them from the edges of the skillet toward the center, forming soft, creamy curds while letting the still-liquid egg mixture flow toward the edges.

Remove the skillet from the heat and continue stirring and scraping the eggs until they are set to your liking. If you want them more done, return the pan to low heat and continue cooking and stirring.

Serve the eggs immediately. If you like, spoon them on top of smoked salmon or on toasted bagel halves, or even on toasted bagels along with smoked salmon. Garnish with fresh herbs 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) © 2015 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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