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· 1% increase in spending. · $46.9 million proposed budget. · Flat tax rate: 39 cents per $100. · New full and part-time hires in police, engineering. · Budget hearing on March 21.

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March 5, 2016

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Howell Police Begin Autism Training

Township Plans To Add New Hires In Growing Budget

–Photos By The Howell Times & Howell Township The Council and its administration, left, recently introduced the budget. Mayor Bill Gotto, right, said the budget includes new hires to expand services.

By Shawn Smith HOWELL – The township has proposed a budget that is growing, to include hiring several full- and part-time employees in various departments.

While the budget is increasing $46.9 million, the tax rate is similar to previous years.

The township presented the proposed budget at its last meeting, which includes a

plan to hire several full-time and part-time employees in various departments. It also includes an $80-per-year decrease in sewer bills, Howell Mayor William Gotto said.

“We put together a budget that substantially increases services,” the mayor said.

The proposed budget called for a tax rate similar as last year’s, which is about 39 cents for every $100 of assessed property. The amount to be raised by taxes has

gone up by around $1 million though, so most residents will see an increase in their tax bills.

Hiring For Positions The proposed budget calls for the addition of two police officers, two engineers, two sewer laborers, an EMS coordinator and part-time EMS employees, the mayor said.

“The staff positions we put are all directly (Township - See Page 4)

“Gang Wise” Events Share Vivid Truths

By Judy Smestad-Nunn NEW JERSEY – There are some 1,500 different gangs in New Jersey, and Ocean County alone has 114, said State’s Investigative Agent and gang expert, Edwin

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Torres, who recently gave an eye-opening presentation called “The Gang Wise Project” at the Toms River Library.

The event is a series the library is hosting at several branches, focusing on recog-

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nizing, addressing and preventing gang activity in communities.

Torres, 49, started his law enforcement career 28 years ago when he was a Housing Unit Officer at the NJ Training School for

HOWELL – The police department is looking at how it responds to autism –in part because of the significant amount of people locally diagnosed.

Howell Township Police Chief Andrew Kudrick announced at the end of February that every Howell Police officer will receive extended training in autism.

“Howell has a significant population of those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and it is vital our officers understand this complex neurological disorder and the incredible people who are affected,” Kudrick said.

Gary Weitzen, Executive Director of Parents of Autistic Children (POAC), will lead instruction on eight training sessions.

The training is free of charge. Weitzen has trained thousands of emergency services personnel throughout the state, and POAC is not government funded, relying solely on donations. Kudrick urged those interested in POAC to visit the site poac.net and support the cause.

“Thank you Mr. Weitzen as you have increased the knowledge of our officers and the quality of the service they provide as a result of this training,” Kudrick said.

The police chief said that the training is another example of “our commitment to provide the highest level of service concerning ASD.” In addition, there is also a partnership with the Monmouth County Prosecutors Office and Monmouth County Sheriffs Office Project Lifesaver and the (Police - See Page 4)

Boys, a juvenile detention facility located in Monroe Township.

“I noticed after a few years that the character of the kids who came in was

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affected in increasing services to our residents,” Gotto said.

Hiring engineers will allow the township to save money by doing in-house engineering and inspection work, he said.

One will serve as the deputy director of the department, while the other engineer will be an aide with an engineering degree or similar job experience.

When a developer puts money in an escrow account to pay for inspections and other fees that township’s require, Howell can bill the escrow account for work that is done in-house, Howell Township Finance Director Louis Palazzo said.

“Normally we would bring in an engineering and consulting firm,” Gotto said. “We’ll have the ability to do more work in house.”

The jobs would include capital improvements, road improvements and drainage, he said.

Tax Rate Flat While Home Assessments Higher The municipal tax rate would be 39 cents for every $100 of assessed valuation. “We were able to keep the tax rate f lat,” Gotto said. “Whatever the tax rate was last year is what the tax rate will be this year.”

The average residential assessment in the township is around $318,169, up $9,669 from last year. That would make the average municipal portion of the tax

bill about $1,268.

If someone’s assessment went up, the taxes will also go up because the rate is the same, then.

About 6 percent of residential assessments went down, while 21 percent increased 2 to 5 percent, and 20 percent increased 5 to 10 percent, according to the Monmouth County Tax Board’s review of the 2016 preliminary assessments.

“Our assessments did not climb the township average very substantially,” Gotto said.

A controversial county tax program put in place two years ago means all residential assessments are subject to change annually, instead of every five or 10 years.

Budget Numbers Proposed municipal spending for the next year (beginning in July) is around 1 percent higher than the $46.5 million budget last year.

Township Manager Jeffrey Mayfield said in his recent State of Howell address that the township will go into 2016 with a healthy $5.2 million surplus, which Mayfield attributed to the continuing rise of residential and commercial ratables among other things.

The ratables now top $756 million, which Gotto said shows growth on the commericial side. There’s been a $75 million increase in commercial ratables over four years.

A public hearing on the budget will be held at 7:30 p.m. on March 21 at the town hall.

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Special Needs Registry.

Through the county sheriff’s office, the mission of Project Lifesaver is to use state-of-the-art technology to find people with Alzheimer’s disease, other memory disorders (such as dementia), or autistic children who may be prone to wander, a situation that could escalate to a critical emergency. They may not call out for help and sometimes do not respond to people calling out to them.

The Project Lifesaver participant wears a battery-powered bracelet which emits a

radio-tracking signal 24 hours a day and weighs about one ounce. The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office can respond rapidly in the event that the participant becomes missing. The Project Lifesaver program was developed by the Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office in Virginia.

To obtain an application for Project Lifesaver, call the Monmouth County Office on Aging at 732-431-7450 and ask to be sent an application for the Project Lifesaver tracking bracelet. There is a charge for the bracelet and details are sent with the application. The Monmouth County Office On Aging may have funds available for people in need who cannot afford the cost.

Park System To Hold Camp, Swim Programs

MONMOUTH COUNTY –. From Tween Sewing to Youngster Hayseed Adventures, the park system offers numerous summer camps tailored to different ages and interests. Other camps include Star Wars Camp, Summertime Fun at the Fort, Summer Garden Camp, Engineering for Kids and Longhouse Legends and Lore.

Learn more about these and other offerings in the park system’s Camp/Swim edition of its program directory which lists all of its summer camps and swim lessons for children. This issue is currently available in most parks. The information will also be available online at monmouthcountyparks.com.

Registration for summer camps and swim

lessons begins on March 6 with phone registration from noon to 2 p.m. and online registration starting at noon. To register by phone with VISA, MasterCard or Discover, call 732-842-4000, ext. 1. To register online, visit monmouthcountyparks.com.

After March 6, registration can be done online or by mail at any time. Register by phone or in person at the Thompson Park Headquarters Building, Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

You may register your family members only.

For more information, visit monmouthcountyparks.com or call the park system at 732-842-4000. For persons with hearing impairment, the TTY/TDD number is 711.

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Editorial Be Mindful Of Primary Deadline There’s no shortage of opinions on who the next President of the United States should be.

But each of us has the r ig ht t o t r a n sfor m ou r opinions in to a decision in the voting booth.

L ong before we vot e in the General Election, there come many steps in the electoral process. One is already underway elsewhere, as state primaries a nd caucuses show t he fight going on to decide which candidate will end u p b e i n g e a c h p a r t y’s presidential nomination.

Here in New Jersey, our pr imar y is Ju ne 7. Ou r state might not be f irst i n t he pr i ma r y season, or even be among the socalled “Super Tuesday” primary states, but June 7 is still an important step for the major parties’ delegates in the presidential race (and of cou rse for other races where party candidates are facing off in the primary for those offices).

So, don’t forget to vote in the primary June 7. However, only those who have declared thei r political party can vote. If you haven’t filed a political party a f f i l i a t io n d e cl a r a t io n form, declaring whether you are a Democrat or a Republican, then you cannot vote in the primary.

While some voters are independent and do not decla re a pa r t y, ot her s

h a p pi ly d e cl a r e w h ic h party they are affiliated with. The advantage, perhaps, is those who fill out that party affiliation form can vote in their party’s primary.

If you have never declared your political party, the process is pretty easy. A registered voter cu r rently not aff iliated with a political party may declare their party affiliation up to and including primary election day.

However, there’s a deadline for those who want to change their party affiliation. A registered voter currently affiliated with a political party who wishes to change their party a f f i l i a t io n m u s t f i le a political party affiliation declaration form 55 days before a primary election.

This year, that deadline is April 13.

You can print and complete the political par ty a f f i l i a t io n d e cl a r a t io n form and mail or deliver to the cou nt y elections boa rd , or you ca n also file it with your municipal clerk.

The primaries are, obviously, the time where the major political parties decide who their candidates will be for each office. If you align yourself with a major-party view, then be sure to cast your vote in the primary as a declared affiliated member of that party. See you at the polls.

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Letters To The Editor Get What We Pay For The Township of Berkeley pays for each and every street light that is lit or not working. The total cost to the town for street lights for the year 2015 was $458,334.03. We have 3,834 street lights that are supposed to be lit every night.

The township pays from $1.81 to $7.68 per pole light, according to what type of light it is, whether lit or not.

Therefore, we should have all our street lights working because we pay for them to be lit. If you see that a light is not working, you should call JCP&L at 888-5444877, you must give them the pole number and the location of the pole.

After seven days, if the light is not repaired you should call the mayor at 732-244-7400 ext. 203 and inform his secretary that you reported the broken light to JCP&L and it has not been repaired. If it is still not repaired after five days, call me at 732-286-7099, and I will contact Freeholder Joseph Vicari, who is in constant contact with a vice president of JCP&L and will get the repair done stat.

Bob Martino Berkeley Township

Ride The Trump Train

In response to “Cruz should be Republican Nominee” letter in The Times: During this chaotic election year, we are all struggling to determine for whom to cast

our vote. Each candidate has good and bad points. I don’t think anyone can agree 100 percent on their policies or opinions. We must ask ourselves if they are trustworthy and experienced and can they do the job.

Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio both remind me too much of President Obama. They are both first time, Junior Senators without much of a resume in the private sector. Each have questionable financial issues in the past.

They are both excellent speakers and strong debaters. Ted’s 21-hour speech on the Senate f loor was impressive, but to what avail? Obamacare was not repealed.

Many of the candidates seemed to have recently “evolved” on their stance on immigration, abortion, etc.

Have they really become enlightened? Or is this just another push to get elected?

To my recollection, this presidential campaign has had the most accusations of lying. Is it my naivety to hope for comradery in the spirit of a fair election?

Was Ben Carson sabotaged

by CNN? Considering Cruz called Dr. Carson “his good friend,” then why did his hyperactive campaign team jump on this rumor without verification. It’s disturbing to think this was intentional, deceitful collusion. If it walks like a duck and talks like a duck, then it probably is a duck! If it looks and sounds like a political dirty trick, then it is a dirty trick!

You must consider which candidate is worthy of your

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trust in your vote.

However many times you may cringe or roll your eyes at something Donald Trump says, you have to admit that at least he is forthright and unscripted.

All other candidates are just career politicians, so I will be putting my apples on the Trump Train.

Cheryl Murray Little Egg Harbor

The Diet Of Lent In Lent, the 40-day period before Easter, many Christians abstain from animal foods in remembrance of Jesus’ 40 days of fasting in the desert before launching his ministry.

But meat-free Lent is much more than a symbol of religious devotion to Christ. It helps reduce the risk of chronic disease, environmental degradation and animal abuse. Dozens of medical reports have li n ked consu mpt ion of animal products with elevated risk of heart failure, stroke, cancer and other killer diseases. A 2007 U.N. report named meat production as the largest source of greenhouse gases and water pollution.

Undercover investigations have documented farm animals being beaten, caged, crowded, deprived, mutilated and shocked.

Lent offers a superb opportunity to honor Christ’s powerful message of compassion and love by adopting a meat-free diet for Lent and beyond.

After all, it’s the diet mandated in Genesis I-29 and observed in the Garden of Eden.

Our supermarket offers a rich array of plant-based meat and dairy alternatives, as well as the more t r a d it ional veget ables, fruits and grains. Entering “vegan recipes” in our favorite search engine offers more products, recipes and transition tips than we can use.

Hal Tubbs Toms River

The Missing Half of Congress’s Job Every now and then, I’m asked if I miss Congress.

My stock answer is that no, I don’t really miss it, but there are definitely times when I’d like to jump into a policy debate or call congressional hearings.

This is one of those times.

Over the last few weeks, several media outlets have reported that U.S. military commanders want more American troops on the ground in places like Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan and, most recently, Libya. This ought to have Congress working overtime to prepare for these requests. The military faces serious security challenges in the Middle East, but one can be sympathetic and at the same time skeptical, or at least probing.

Congress should push hard to get answers to some very tough questions. Where are we headed with these proposed troop increases?

If they don’t work, what’s next? What’s our exit strategy? What are the prospects for negotiations? We insist that we’re going to destroy ISIS, but no other country in the international coalition fighting the Islamic State seems willing to put forces on the ground. Are we going to be the only one? And just how does the administration propose to destroy ISIS? Congress has two key functions in our system of government: legislation and oversight. Most public attention — and certainly most media attention — focuses on policy-making and legislative maneuvering.

But Capitol Hill’s role in overseeing the executive branch is just as important.

That’s because in seeking answers, Congress can force the President and his top advisors to articulate and defend their policies, their objectives the steps they’re taking to implement those objectives, and the impact they expect. They need to explain the resources (Letters - See Page 12)

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From The Desk Of The Monmouth County Freeholders -Director Lillian G. Burry, Deputy Director Gary J. Rich, Sr., John P. Curley, Thomas A. Arnone and Serena DiMaso

Medical Examiner’s Operations Move To Middlesex County

FREEHOLD – As part of ongoing effort to streamline operations and share services, the Monmouth Board of Chosen Freeholder s w ill merge it s medical examiner’s office with Middlesex County’s medical examiner’s office effective April 1.

“State statute permits the regionalization of medical examiners offices, so we are taking advantage of our geographic proximity to merge with Middlesex’s state-of-the-art facility,” Monmouth County Free-

NEW JERSEY – U.S. Senators Robert Menendez and Cor y Booker (both D-N.J.) and Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. (N.J.-09) outlined legislation they w ill i nt roduce i n bot h Houses of Cong ress to address New Jersey’s and the nation’s aging water infrastructure, while cre-

holder Deputy Director Serena DiMaso said. “We have been working with the Middlesex office for the past seven years, so we know that this merger will work for both counties.”

The Monmouth County Freeholders adopted a resolution on February 11 to formalize the arrangement.

The Middlesex Cou nt y Freeholders adopted a similar resolution on February 18.

“In building on that initial partnership, we will make better use of our

state-of-the-ar t facility and increase our revenues for the next decade,” said Middlesex County Freeholder Director Ronald G. Rios. “Our staff, under the supervision of our Medical Examiner Dr. Diane Karluk, has done an outstanding job in providing these very specialized services for our county and will now use that expertise to serve Monmouth County.”

The term of the arrangement will be for 10 years, and Mon mouth Count y will pay Middlesex Coun-

ty $1.4 million per year.

The arrangement will save Monmouth County more than $1 million over 10 years.

“Monmouth and Middlesex began this partnership with a shared service agreement in 2009,” Monmouth County Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone said. “The success of that arrangement has led both counties to commit to a 10-year merger for this necessary service.”

“Middlesex County has a long tradition of part-

Senators Ask For Funding For Water Infrastructure Projects ating jobs and economic opportunity.

“Flint has taught us all that ignoring our aging water infrastructure has dire consequences,” said Sen. Menendez. “We’ve under-invested in our infrastructure, certainly we’ve underinvested in water systems, and now we’re paying

the price. These systems are old and badly degraded.

Many of them are waiting to fail, and they need to be fixed. We can’t sit back, do nothing and fail to address the public health dangers of an aging infrastructure.”

“The fact that we are jeopardizing the health of our children and families in

communities like Flint due to lack of adequate investment in our nation’s crumbling water infrastructure is simply reprehensible,” said Sen. Booker. “This legislation is one step to help finance critical water infrastructure upgrades by facilitating private investment in projects that will

Capitol Comments NEW JERSEY – Assembly Republican Conference Leader Dave Rible applauded the decision by the state Supreme Court to reverse a court ruling that would have freed a man convicted in the death of a New Jersey state trooper.

The New Jersey Supreme Court overturned a decision by an appeals court that ordered the release of Sundiata Acoli who was convicted of murder in the 1973 shooting of State Trooper Werner Foerster.

“The r uling g ranting freedom to this convicted cop-killer was an insult

nering with other entities for Shared Services agreements that make both financial sense and improve or increase services,” said Middlesex County Freeholder H. James Polos. “We constantly look for ways to work with municipalities, counties and even the state to serve our residents in the most efficient and effective way possible.”

The Middlesex County Office of the Medical Examiner is located in North Brunswick. The medical examiner’s office provides

create jobs, spur economic growth and most importantly protect the health and safety of our communities.”

The Sustainable Water Infrastructure Act would stimulate billions of dollars in private-sector investment to fund much-needed, large-scale repairs and upgrades to our water sys-

shooting of another trooper, James Harper. Chesimard f led to Cuba where she remains today.

Acoli wa s sentenced to life in prison and has been den ied pa role on mult iple occasions but an appeals court ordered he be paroled. The State Parole Board and Attorney General appealed the decision to parole Acoli t o t he Su p r e me C ou r t which found that the Parole Board should decide whether he should be released.

“Allowing cop-killers l i ke Ac ol i a nd Joa n ne

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tems. The bill modifies the federal tax code to remove caps on the issuances of government private activity bonds (PABs) for water and wastewater projects.

Currently, annual volume cap exemptions exist for PAB financing of airports, seaports and certain intercity rail projects.

Assemblyman David P. Rible 30th Legislative District

Denial Of Parole For Convicted Cop Killer Earns Approval

to the entire law enforcement com mu nit y and I applaud the Supreme C ou r t for ove r t u r n i ng this decision,” said Rible, R-Monmouth and Ocean.

“This man was involved in the cold-blooded murder of Trooper Foerster and should be required to serve the life sentence he earned for his heinous act.”

A f t e r Ac ol i , Jo a n ne C h e si m a r d a n d Ja m e s Costan were pulled over on the New Jersey Turnpike, a shootout ensued w h ic h r e s u lt e d i n t h e death of Foerster and the

a highly specialized service to citizens and law enforcement. The office investigates all unexplained natural deaths and violent deaths in order to determine cause and manner of death. The office also preserves evidence, analyzes physical evidence and provides expert testimony in courts of law.

DiMaso is the liaison to the Monmouth County medical examiner’s office.

Arnone is the liaison to the Monmouth County Office of Shared Services.

Chesimard to walk free is the equivalent of turning our backs on the brave men and women in law en-

forcement who risk their lives to keep us safe,” said R ible. “Police of f icers like Werner Foerster made

the ultimate sacrifice and we owe it to him and his family to make sure his killer faces justice.”

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Coach Of The Year Goes To Jankos

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Clean Communities Clean-Up Day HOWELL – April 16 is Community Cleanup Day. Families, scout troops, sport teams and businesses are all invited to volunteer.

Volunteers are to meet at Town Hall, 4567 Route 9 North at 9:30 a.m. Supplies will be provided. Lunch and awards will follow the cleanup.

Last year’s event was a huge success and the township is expecting an even bigger turnout this year. Volunteers will meet at Town Hall at 9:30 a.m. for registration.

Groups will be given a designated road to clean conducive to the children’s age along with gloves, bags and safety vests.

Groups will return at approximately noon for awards and lunch.

This is a program that helps to keep our neighborhoods “clean and green”. The Clean Communities program is looking for scouts, families, sport teams, church groups

and businesses; for anyone who would like to volunteer just a couple of hours to make a difference in their neighborhood. All are encouraged to get involved within their community to keep a “clean and green” neighborhood. The goal is to clean roads that are heavily traveled and hit hard with trash.

Clean Communities is also interested in groups cleaning and possibly adopting a jug handle. All interested parties should contact Laurie Dunwoody at Public Works 732-938-4500 ext. 2452 or by email ldunwoody@twp.howell.nj.us.

Register by April 12.

For the Adopt-a-Road groups, make arrangements to have supplies picked up earlier in the week. Supplies can be dropped off after your cleanup at town hall. Thanks for your cooperation.

Howell PAL Youth Leadership Council Meetings

HOWELL – The Howell PAL Youth Leadership Council is designed to teach the township’s youth to be leaders of tomorrow through volunteering and life skills training.

The members get to interact with students their age, along with police officers from Howell and surrounding areas, which allow them to make lasting friendships and memories.

There are two youth groups, middle school and high school.

The Middle School Youth Leadership Council meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. at Southard School, 115 Kent Road.

The High School Youth Leadership Council meets every first and third Wednesday of the month at Southard School.

To find out when the next meeting is give the Howell PAL main office a call at 732919-2825.

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Medical Center Southern Campus Presents March Events

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus is holding the following events in March for cancer patients and their families. Call 732-923-6038 to register.

March 7 and 21 from 2 to 3 p.m. – Gentle Yoga. The Center for Healthy Living at Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus and the Cancer Support Community will offer gentle yoga classes for men and women of all ages who are affected by cancer. Appropriate for beginners as well as seasoned practitioners, gentle yoga classes will help participants learn how to increase flexibility, range of motion, energy and relaxation. Classes will take place at the Center for Healthy Living, located at 198 Prospect Street in Lakewood.

Registration is required. Medical clearance is required for those currently undergoing active cancer treatments.

March 7 and 21 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and March 14 and 28 from 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. – Exercise for Strength. This work-out group is designed to improve energy and increase endurance and flexibility. Sneakers are required.

The group, offered by Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus and the Cancer Support Community, will be held at the Center for Healthy Living, located at 198 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required.

March 7 and 21 from 4:30 to 5 p.m. – Relaxation and Guided Imagery . This is program of relaxation and guided imagery for anyone affected by a cancer diagnosis taking place at the Center for Healthy Living, located at 198 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required.

March 14 and 28 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. – All Cancers Support Group. This free, professionally run support group provides a safe place for individuals dealing with any type of cancer. The group, offered by Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus and the Cancer Support Community, will be held at the Center for Healthy Living, located at 198 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required.

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Howell PAL features smaller class sizes and personalized attention that other popular test prep programs do not offer. In fact, students can expect to have about a half to a third the size of the average college prep test class.

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Classes run throughout the year based off the SAT test dates. The next class that is being offered is on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting April 5 through June 2. The class is from 5 to 7 p.m. This course is best designed for students taking the SAT on June 4. The course cost is $450 and you can register online at howellpal.org.

Students will also need to purchase two books: the “SAT Study Guide” 2nd edition by the College Board and “The Ultimate in World Power And Comprehension.”

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Commercial, industrial and other users of the Sewer Utility will decrease from $195 in quarterly utility charges to $175.

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This project will improve the health and safety for the entire central section of the township, and will be completed within the current rate structure as well as working with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to obtain additional funding through the NJ Environmental Infrastructure Trust.

Helping Hands Art & Exercise Class

HOWELL – Helping Hands Art and Exercise class is designed for people with autism and other developmental disabilities who are in high school or have reached adulthood. The Howell PAL’s goal is to provide a comfortable environment that helps develop social, cognitive, emotional and physical awareness. The two hour

Saturday weekly classes include an exercise session, an art lesson, life skills and socialization activities. The program runs Saturday mornings during the school year.

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Military Services Appreciates Library’s Aid

HOWELL – Ever wonder what happens to all those items that are dropped in the “Little Bit of Home” bin at the Headquarters or Howell libraries?

Thanks to the volunteer efforts of a few people, they go all over the world, giving men and women in the military just a little bit of home.

Meet Ken Springer, a former Marine officer who served for six years during the Vietnam era and is now a member of the Cpl. Philip A. Reynolds detachment of the Marine Corps League of Freehold. Springer has been in charge of the boxes at both the Howell branch of the Monmouth County Library and the Headquarters Library for the seven years since the program was started. He also is active in tending the boxes in Toms River as well. Businesses and organizations welcoming the bins now stretch beyond Monmouth and Ocean counties, into counties both north and south, as well as Staten and Long islands in New York.

Springer said the Headquarters Library and Howell are wonderful sites, not only for the generosity of the people who visit both county facilities, but also because the libraries invite them to leave the boxes year round, not just on a once or twice a year special drive.

“We selected these two sites because of the high volume of people who visit,” Springer said.

Since the two libraries began the year round program about five years ago, “library patrons have come to know about the program and have been very active and generous in donating needful supplies and provisions.

This ongoing partnership with Howell and Manalapan gives us the opportunity to provide much needed ‘Care Packages’ that we send every week to our troops stationed around the world,” the volunteer explained.

Springer said the organization behind the collections not only has bins in the libraries, but in churches, rehab and senior centers, schools, churches and Scout meeting places as well. Organized 16 years ago, A.A.M.S., American Recreational Military Services, is a non-profit whose aim is to provide comfort and relief items to military members, and their families, deployed around the world or who have become sick, injured or wounded

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from service. Items are forwarded to troops in “Care Packages” and distributed throughout their military unit. Each package carries with it a message of hope and love that shows the military that America supports its troops and wants to bring them ‘a little bit of home.’

Springer and other volunteers make weekly visits to the facilities where their bins are located, and bring them to their distribution center at the Toms River Armory. There they are sorted, repackaged, addressed with all the necessary custom forms and delivered to the post office to be sent to all branches of the military, ships at sea, combat hospitals, medical and veterans facilities, embassies and individual service members.

Each of the boxes contains a variety of items, and it’s not unusual to have no two exactly alike. Boxes may contain anything: bug spray, air fresheners, power drinks and small powder drink mixes, small boxes of breakfast cereals, hand sanitizers, body wash, sunflower seeds, nuts, Trail mix, coffee and hot chocolate. “The troops always crave beef jerky, slim jims, iTunes gift cards and video games,” springer said, adding, “As well as socks and laundry pods.”

Since the cost of sending the boxes generally runs between $15 and $25 a box, monetary donations are also appreciated, Springer said, and a shortage of it has resulted in a reduction of the number of boxes that go out each week.

At their highest, A.R.M.S volunteers were sending 75 packages out to military members.

Today, it averages about 25 boxes weekly, or a 66 percent reduction in the amount of “home” the soldiers and sailors are receiving.

“The Monmouth County Library has been outstanding in supporting our cause,” Springer said, “and we are grateful for their ongoing support of everything we are trying to do.

Library users are generous, we know, since we always have filled bins in Manalapan and Howell. This sends a strong message to our men and women in service that know they are in our hearts and minds and that we pray for their safe and healthy return.” The men and women who receive these packages often tell people that receiving “them at mail call is reminiscent of opening presents around the holidays. That’s how we know they bring a little bit of home to the soldier and sailor away from home.”

“We identified these libraries as good locations because of high visibility, heavy traffic and repeat business, “Springer said, adding, “But after a while people begin to associate the library as a drop location and donate accordingly. Our mission is to honor and support our Veterans and returning Service Members and their families, one soldier at a time, filling the gap left between the VA and other governmental organizations by providing local help and assistance. Library donors make this all happens, and we couldn’t be more grateful.”

Persons wishing to send monetary donations can make checks out to A.R.M.S and drop them in the bin or mail them to Lucille Spring, A.R.M.S. treasurer, 51 Polo Club Drive, Freehold, NJ 07728.

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Here’s To Your Health

Dear Pharmacist

Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

11 Harmless Folk Remedies To Patch You Up

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Dear Readers: Today is going to be fun. I’m sharing outlandish folk remedies that could help you, but please don’t take this medical advice.

Just because something is natural, doesn’t mean it’s necessarily safe or effective. I’m just passing along what you’ve shared with me. I’ve put my comments in parentheses.

Enjoy: If you get a minor burn that doesn’t expose any skin, quickly rub some toothpaste on it. Rob K. I used to get little skin bumps or rashes on my legs. Now I know to rub the inside of a banana peel on them to control the itch and redness. This also works for little bug bites. Paul W. (FYI, essential oil of myrrh would be my recommendation, with or without the banana peel!)

My husband has the worst smelly feet in the world. I almost left him for this, until my aunt told me to rub his feet with some alcohol, like the kind you drink. So we tried vodka, and put it on a washcloth every night.

We’ve been married 32 years. Patricia B. (Alcohol is an antiseptic and kills surface fungus by starving them, which is probably why this helped her husband. I wonder if she drank the shots of vodka too, lol).

If a bug bites you, like mosquito or wasp, apply deodorant. It takes the sting out.

Jenny L. If you have hyperthyroidism (Graves’ disease), eat a dish of raw or very lightly steamed broccoli every day to reduce symptoms. Yvonne M.

(There’s actually some proof for why this works, but it may not be enough for full blown hyperthyroidism. Broccoli contains sulfur compounds called “thiocyanates” which reduce thyroid hormone production.)

Every spring I get at least one sinus infection. Put a teaspoon of oregano in 4 cups of water and boil it for 10 minutes gently.

Cool mixture to room temperature. Strain it into a spray bottle and shoot it up there once daily. Brenda K. I drink cinnamon tea instead of coffee to get me going. I simmer a cinnamon stick in water for 15 minutes and chill it for the next day. Ellen T. I used to get cold sores on my lip every month. Take lemon balm supplements as a cure, at night though. You can apply the teabags to your sores too. Melinda J. (I’ve also heard that applying an ice cube at the onset of tingle will also mitigate these oral lesions.)

I had Irritable Bowel Syndrome for 6 years and one day I tried a peppermint capsule from a passenger on my flight to Sacramento. One capsule and I enjoyed the rest of the flight. Now I take a pill whenever I’m having a bad day and it works. Don L. (Peppermint is known to support gastrointestinal health. Please don’t attempt this if you have reflux or heartburn, as peppermint can exacerbate those conditions.)

Ginger extract is really good for gas and diarrhea. You can buy it as a dropper, or make tea out of fresh ginger root. John J.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2016 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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different–they came in with tattoos on their neck, hands and even their lips, and they used language I hadn’t heard, and I thought what’s going on?” Torres said before his presentation.

One of the tattoos Torres and his colleagues saw over and over again was “MOB,” which the juveniles said stood for “Money Over Bitches,” but in truth it stood for “Member of Bloods,” one of the most recognized gangs in the country.

“I didn’t know we had Bloods in New Jersey. I thought they were only in LA, so then we started changing the way we did business and we created a gang unit at the facility,” he said.

The Language Of Gangs Using PowerPoint and real newscast vid‑ eos, Torres showed various ways to identify gang members, including some of the tat‑ toos, music, graffiti, clothes, language and hand signals favored by different gangs. The hand signals originated in prisons where gangsters could communicate with each other without the guards understanding,

he said.

Now the Bloods dominate the east coast, and their numbers are “ginormous;” other gangs mimic what they do, he said.

The Bloods wear a lot of red, which rep‑ resents violence. Other signs of a Bloods member are blooddrop tattoos, and dog paws which are sometimes burned into the skin with cigarettes. If someone has one of these tattoos and is not a gang member, the Bloods and other gangs have been known to cut the tattoos out with a knife.

Many of the slides Torres used were not for the squeamish. He showed several images of “A Buck Fifty,” or a knife wound favored by the Bloods that runs from mouth to ear that takes 150 stitches to close.

Violence Starts Early There is no limit to the violence of what gang members are willing to do. Violence is inherent in gang activity, which is their currency to get respect, he said.

Their primary source of income is selling narcotics ‑‑ mostly heroin, which Torres said is so cheap that one hit costs less than a Happy Meal.

Some kids are born into a gang family, and children never know any other way of life.

Half the gang members in New Jersey are under 18, and some are recruited as young as six or seven years old.

“By the time he’s 12 he’s gone. He’s a soldier, morphed into that gangster world,” Torres said. 26 is the magic number when most gang members are either incarcerated or dead, he said.

Some of the reasons kids join gangs include peer pressure, a sense of belonging and self esteem, as well as a lack of knowledge, education or opportunity.

Torres recalled some of the juveniles at the detention facility who never had a visit or a phone call from a family member, so the gang became their family.

“For some of the kids, this is a promise no one has ever made to them in their life, that they’ll be with you forever,” Torres said.

Gang Activity The Crips outnumber the Bloods in this country (but not on the east coast), and they wear blue or purple. The gang members favor pitchfork and six-point star tattoos.

80 percent of the girls who get involved in gangs do so because their boyfriends are gang members. Gangsters will befriend girls as young as 12 and then tell her he

needs a favor, which usually is some kind of sexual activity with someone else, Torres said, and eventually the girls will become prostitutes and bring in thousands of dollars a night.

In the past, gangs had a certain ethnic or racial membership, but now a gangster’s profile is made up of members from that particular community, he said.

Other gangs active in New Jersey include the Latin Kings, who favor black and gold and who Torres described as very orga‑ nized; Sureno, or the Mexican Mafia, who might have tattoos of Marilyn Monroe (two M’s=Mexican Mafia); MS-13, who made headlines in New Jersey in 2007 for murder‑ ing three and wounding one other college student in a Mount Vernon schoolyard using a handgun and machete. Another wellknown gang murder was Lakewood Police Officer Christopher Matlosz, who was shot on duty by a Bloods gang member in 2011.

Hate Groups Neo-Nazi Skinheads believe in racial separation and white superiority, and there was an uptick in membership after 9/11 and again after President Obama was elected, who has gotten more death threats than any other president, Torres said.

“There are more hate groups in New Jersey than in Mississippi or Alabama, and many of these gangs recruit on the Internet, and they are very good at it,” he said. “They know what to say, they know who is vulner‑ able, and they say the right words.”

Reach Out If you see anything that could indicate gang activity, Torres said to notify your local law enforcement, and if they are non-responsive, call the County Prosecutor’s tip line until you get satisfaction.

“We can make a difference, or I wouldn’t be here,” he said.

Torres will repeat the presentation at sev‑ eral Ocean County Library branches: the Brick Library on March 9; the Lakewood Library on March 14; and the Lacey Library on March 29. Sign in starts at 6:15, and the program begins at 6:30 p.m.

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needed to obtain their objectives: in this case, how many troops, how much money, what are the risks to American lives and interests?

Simply put, government functions better when Congress pursues robust oversight. It sharpens objectives, improves government performance, makes the bureaucracy more responsive, and curtails wasteful spending.

Sadly, this key responsibility has fallen into disrepair. Really tough overseers of the administration’s policies — lawmakers interested in government performance, not political one-upmanship — have grown scarce on Capitol Hill. If we want to restore the vigor of the Congress, getting it to look into every nook and cranny of government is vital. The military’s pursuit of growing troop strength and new strategies in the Middle East would be a good place to start.

Lee Hamilton Former U.S. House of Representative

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Save The Date For St. Veronica Events

HOWELL – On March 10, the Healing Hearts Support Group will be praying the Stations of the Cross for adults that are affected by the pain of separation and divorce. The group will meet from 7:15 to 9 p.m. at St. Veronica’s Church, 4215 Route 9. If you know someone going through or has gone through a separation or divorce, let them know about the event. Come and join the group as they experience healing and develop a close relationship with Jesus Christ.

Feel free to contact Maria Rodrigues at 732-363-5698 or stveronicakre4u@

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On March 16, the St. Veronica Church is celebrating the Seder Meal. The Seder Meal is a traditional and pleasant form of fellowship and shared learning experience. It is a meal that not only commemorates the Jews’ deliverance but also hope for the coming kingdom of God. It draws relationships between the Passover and important New Testament truths. For additional information, call Maria Dublom at 848-221-5980 or Barbara Medina at 732-610-0342.

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It has to do with his not liking the man she married and other choices that she has made throughout her life. Although, I can’t help agree with much of what he is saying I still want to maintain a relationship with her and do. The problem is that we are fighting about our will in that he will not leave her anything. I feel otherwise and do not want to die sending that message to my child.

Answer: It sounds to me as if you are taking control of the story. You do maintain a relationship with your daughter despite your husband’s objections. I admire you for that. As far as a will is concerned I would have a consultation with a New Jersey attorney, (without your husband present). Find out what your rights

are regarding you r par t of your estate.

I can assure you that this will ultimately lead to some arguing between you and your husband.

You have already demonstrated in your letter to me that you are capable of making your own decisions and I encourage you to do that with regard to your will.

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Preference For Veteran’s Housing Gains Support

HOWELL – The mayor and council of the Township of Howell are introducing an ordinance amending Chapter 188178 of its revised general ordinances to allow for affordable housing occupancy preferences for low to moderate income veterans who served in time of war or other emergency.

Officials said the township needs to continue to provide employment opportunities and housing for veterans who have come home from war. This ordinance amendment is a first step as it provides affordable housing preferences for those who have served our country.

The amendment allows for occupancy preference to veterans of up to 50 percent of the affordable units in that particular project and the preference is offered during the first 90 days of the affirmative marketing period.

The mayor and council will continue to find ways to positively satisfy its affordable housing obligation and this

mechanism is just the beginning. Both the mayor and council believe that everyone needs to ask their legislators to adopt laws that offer more credits for veteran housing and special needs housing. Rental bonus credits are not enough. The governing body of the Township of Howell said it will continue to advocate for those that need it most. It is time Trenton recognized the importance of our veterans and those with special needs and offer something more than the minimum, officials said.

The minimum is not enough.

Municipalities are faced with an “unknown” affordable housing obligation number officials said, and Howell will continue to act responsibly and in the best interest of its residents by satisfying the township’s affordable housing obligation in the least impactful way possible on the community, but more needs to be done in Trenton. There needs to be a change, and Howell officials said this ordinance amendment is a step toward that goal.

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a heated tent at St. Rose High School, Main Street parking lot. Admission is free, and for the 21 and older crowd, beer can be purchased. For more information, contact Erin O’Brien at 732-681-2858 or eo-brien@strose.k12.nj.us.

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For Rent Room For Rent - Room with private bath in Holiday City Berkley (55+).

Kitchen and laundry privileges; owner smokes and has cats; limited storage. References. $100/week and month’s deposit. 732-286-4874 or doherty249@yahoo.com.

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Real Estate Rental Or Sale – 55+ Community Hometead Run. New 2 BR, 1 Bath, washer/dryer, off-street parking. homesteadrun.com. Call today 732-370-2300.

(13) Foreclosure – Stress, anxieties, late payment. Let us make you an offer on your home. Explore your options.

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Items For Sale Infants/Toddler - Clothing, blankets, comforters, snowsuits, pack n play, stroller, carseat, walker, toys, lots more. Best offer takes all. Call 732-202-1493.

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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) Used Guns Wanted - All types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) 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) 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) Guns Wanted - Old or new pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammunition. Licensed collectors, state legal transfers. Cash paid. Call Jeff. 609-713-0637. (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) 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.

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Help Wanted Do You Like To Talk On The Phone? - We have immediate openings in our Brick office. Call for interview 732-637-9982.

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Help Wanted Per Diem LPN’s – The Pines at Whiting is looking for per diem LPN’s in both our Skilled and Assisted Living Units to provide excellence in care to our residents. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further then The Pines.

Our senior leadership values an open door policy from The CEO down and is visible each and every day to all the staff. Assisted living E/O Friday 3 to 11 p.m. and skilled E/O Thursday and E/O Monday. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Laundromat Attendant - For PT. Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

(11) 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) Full Time/Part Time CNA – The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Skilled Nursing Unit, Hamilton Place. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further then The Pines. Our senior leadership values an open door policy from The CEO down and is visible each and every day to all the staff. Full time 3 to 11 p.m. and 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Part time 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. e/o w/e. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Per Diem Cook –We have an immediate need for a Per Diem Cook with at least 3 years of experience. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting.

We offer competitive pay and great benefits. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and senior leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Salary is based on experience and can range from $10.50/hr to $14/hr based on experience. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Teacher Ass’t – PT. 7 to 9 a.m.

Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-210.

(13) 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) Part Time/Home Health Aide/CNA – The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced home health aides or CNA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living Unit, Georgetown Place. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further then The Pines. Our senior leadership values an open door policy from The CEO down and is visible each and every day to all the staff.

PT 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., e/o w/e and 1 day, PT 3 to 11 p.m., PT 3 to 11 p.m. e/o w/e, PT 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. e/o w/e.

Competitive rates. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14)

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P/T Bus Driver and P/T Back-up Substitute Driver - Are needed for Whiting Station Retirement Community. Most trips are local. Must have clean CDL with a passenger endorsement. Please call 732-350-3556 before 1 p.m. Monday through Friday. (14)

Bobs Waterproofing - Basem e n t a n d c r a w l s p a c e w a t e rproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned.

Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

Private - HHA or CNA (in Toms River) – Extra Cash - $11.50 to start.

Monday through Friday 9 to 10 p.m. 1 hr. each night. Adult male care. Must be reliable. Call my cell 941-726-4360.

Phone number 941-726-4360. (13) Part Time Food Service – We have an immediate need for part time waitstaff/servers, dietary aides and dishawahers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay and 401K once you have worked 1 year and 1000 hours.

Under the direction of great food service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and senior leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $8.50/ hour. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Infants/Caregiver – PT. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-210. (13) Te a c h e r – To d d l e r s , F T / P T. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100.

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Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Celebrating almost five decades of service. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice. com. See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award.

Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Piano Lessons - At reasonable rates in your home. Experienced teacher of 38 years. M.S.M. Grad. Call Ms. Christine 732-713-2669. (13) House Painting - Interior. Over 30 years in business. Licensed and insured. Lic#13VH06956700. Call Bob 732-929-4399.

(11) House Cleaning - I will clean your home. Very good prices.

Call 732-552-7513.

(12) Caulking - Interior, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Cutting out old. Installing new. Call Steve 732703-8120. Thank You. (t/n) Get Floored - Get Floored’s blow out. Plush carpet installed over pad - $1.89 sq. ft. Quick Step Laminate installed - $2.99 sq. ft. Free shop at home. (Repair work, restretching, etc.) 732-581-2700 or 732-4772272. Free estimates. (t/n) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678.

(14) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400.

Special spring discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391.

(14) Jayne of all Trades - Angies list super service awards. Call Jayne 732606-7109. Honey do list specialist.

License #13VH06680000.

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Electrician - Licensed/Insured.

Will do the jobs the big guys don’t want. Free estimates, senior discount. Call Bob 732608-7702. LIC #12170.

(17) Polish Lady - Mature. Will do light housekeeping, cooking, shopping, doctors, companionship, etc. Very reliable. Call Ava 732-581-4726. (14) We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Lic #13VH05930800.

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Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing in interiors/exteriors.

Very neat. Special senior discounts.

Reasonable, affordable, insured.

References. Low winter rates.

License #13VH3846900. 732-8994470 or 732-814-4851.

(14) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n)

My 2 Girls Cleaning - Bonded and insured. 20 years experience.

Homes, offices. Call for a free estimate 732-914-8909. We clean weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or a one time treat. Senior discount given. Donna 732-232-7058.

(11) ATCO Painting - Quality work.

Prompt service. Call for free estimate. License #13VH04548900.

609-661-1657. 609-276-9213.

(3) The Cleaning Professional - From ceiling to floor, we do it all. 15 years experience. Great rates. References. Call Tara for free estimate.

732-300-6880.

(12) Caregiver - Looking for position. Part time or full time. Please contact Liza 917-589-0057.

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Science And Engineering Workshops Available

NEW JERSEY – Afterschool program staff are invited to register for the “Design It!” (engineering) and the “Explore It!” (science) professional development workshop series offered by Rutgers Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development and the New Jersey School-Age Care Coalition, the Network for New Jersey’s Afterschool Communities.

“Design It!” and “Explore It!” are engaging, inquiry based and fun STEM prog rams desig ned specif ically for afterschool and out of school settings.

These comprehensive and high-quality programs for youth ages 8 to 12 were developed by the Education Development

LAKEWOOD – The participating wineries for the sixth Annual Jersey Shore Wine Festival, presented by the Lakewood BlueClaws, have been announced.

Scheduled to take place rain-or-shine from noon to 5 p.m. on June 11 and 12, the Jersey Shore Wine Festival will offer featured samplings of wines from a variety of award-winning Garden State wineries.

Due to the success of last year’s festival, every winery from the 2015 Jersey Shore

Center, Inc. in Boston and the National Partnerships for After School Science through the support of the National Science Foundation.

The “Design It!” Afterschool program offers six engineering sessions and the “Explore It!” Afterschool program has six science sessions.

“Design It!” topics include balls and tracks, gliders, paper bridges, rubber band-powered cars, straw rockets and trebuchets. During afterschool programs, youth can work in teams to design their project, test it and make adjustments.

“Explore It!” topics i nclude ca ke chemistry, heating a house and an oven,

measuring ourselves, sinking and floating, siphon systems and wiring a house.

During these projects, youth work in teams to explore familiar phenomena using simple materials to foster science learning.

Each workshop series includes the curricula guides, materials and the professional development workshops (October, January and March) needed to implement engineering and science projects throughout the year in an afterschool or out of school setting. In addition, Rutgers 4-H and NJ SACC will provide on-going support and technical assistance to school and community based afterschool orga-

6th Annual Jersey Shore Wine Festival

Wine Festival will be returning plus two more. These include the following: Valenzano Winery, DiMatteo Winery; Monroeville Vineyards and Winer y; Plagido’s Winery; Tomasello Winery, Inc.; Wagonhouse Winery; Four Sisters; CAVA Winery and lastly, Sharrott Winery. There will also be two new wineries this year: Franklinville’s Coda Rossa and Sewell’s Villari Vineyards.

In addition to wine tastings, there will

also be live entertainment, as well as 40 crafters, retail vendors, food truck vendors and a children’s play area. The annual wine festival will be held in Lakewood’s FirstEnergy Park, 2 Stadium Way. The cost to attend is $20 in advance or $25 at the gate for those over 21. Designated drivers are free. No dogs, hovercraft/hoverboards, drones, bicycles or skateboards are allowed during festival days.

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nizations who register for the workshop series.

Enrollment is now open for the 20162017 school year. Registration forms and deposit are due June 17.

For information on enrollment packages visit the “Design It!” and “Explore It!” Afterschool program website at nj4h. rutgers.edu/educators/.

For questions regarding the “Design It!” and “Explore It!” Afterschool program, contact Chad Ripberger, Rutgers 4-H, ripberger@rce.rutgers.edu.

For questions regarding enrollment and payment, contact Mike MacEwan, NJ SACC, mmacewan@njsacc.org.

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Theatre Announces “An Evening With Sophia Loren”

MONMOUTH COUNTY – International film icon, Hollywood legend and Oscar winner Sofia Loren will visit the Count Basie Theatre on March 17 for an exclusive appearance titled “An Evening With Sofia Loren,” an intimate, one-onone stage interview with one of cinema’s most enigmatic stars. Tickets, starting at $49, are on sale now through TheBASIE. org, phone charge at 732-842-9000 and the Basie box office, located onsite at 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank.

A limited number of VIP tickets, including a once-in-a-lifetime meet and greet with Loren, will be available.

Known for her striking beauty and her dozens of film and television appearances, especially in “Two Women” for which she won a Best Actress Oscar for her role, Sophia Loren is regarded as one of the world’s most recognizable, beautiful and iconic leading women of film.

Born Sofia Villani Scicolone in Rome, Italy in 1935, Loren began her career at the age of 14, going on to appear in hundreds of films and television series.

In addition to her Oscar win for “Two Women,” the first Best Actress trophy for a foreign-language performance, Loren was nominated for a second Best Actress

award for her role in 1965’s “Marriage Italian Style.” “Two Women” also earned the actress a British Academy of Film and Television Award.

The Academy of Italian Cinema has awarded Loren with six David di Donatello Awards for Best Actress - the most ever - for her roles in “Two Women,” “Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow,” “Marriage Italian Style,” “Sunf lower,” “The Voyage” and “A Special Day.” Her 2004 spoken word collaboration with Bill Clinton and Mikhail Gorbachev, Prokofievs: “Peter and the Wolf” and “Beintus”.

“Wolf Tracks,” won the Grammy award for Best Spoken Word Album for Children. She has also received five special Golden Globes, including the Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement.

In 1990, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts And Sciences bestowed upon her an honorary Oscar as “one of the genuine treasures of world cinema who, in a career rich with memorable performances, has added permanent luster to our art form.”

For more information on this and other Count Basie Theatre performances, contact Jon Vena at 732-224-8778 ext. 107 or jvena@TheBASIE.org.

Give-A-Glove At Blueclaws Games This Year

LAKEWOOD – The BlueClaws will host a season-long equipment drive at FirstEnergy Park this year, collecting new or gently used baseball gloves at all 70 games throughout the summer. At the conclusion of the season, gloves will be donated to a variety of local organizations around the Jersey Shore to help those in need who have an interest in baseball.

“Receiving your first baseball glove or playing catch with your dad or brother for the first time can be a momentous occasion in someone’s life,” said Jim DeAngelis, the team’s vice president of Community Relations and executive director of BlueClaws Charities. “We have the opportunity to help make those memories for young players around the Jersey Shore.”

There will be a display set up in front of the Claws Cove through which fans can donate throughout the season.

“When we have done these kinds of

drives, BlueClaws fans have always been very supportive,” added DeAngelis. “We hope that will continue through this great program.”

Baseball (or softball) gloves will be collected at every game and the team asks that gloves be new or gently used.

FanFest, which is the first day fans can bring gloves to the ballpark for donation, is on March 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s the first day single-game tickets are available for the 2016 season and features a day of fun with music, food, games, rides and much more.

The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment.

They have led the South Atlantic League and New Jersey in attendance in all 15 years of existence.

2016 BlueClaws ticket packages and group outings are on sale by calling 732-901-7000 option 3 or online at BlueClaws.com.

Tickets On Sale For International Chef’s Night Out

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education will host the 20th Annual International Chef’s Night Out on March 7 at the Pine Belt Arena from 6 to 9 p.m.

Over 50 area restaurants, caterers, bakeries, specialty stores and beverage distributors are expected to participate. For the $50 admission fee, attendees may sample an extensive variety of sweet and savory delicacies as well as some of the area’s fine wines and beverages.

In addition to the food and beverage offerings there will be a 50/50 raffle, themed gift basket raffles and door prizes.

Tickets are $50. in advance and $60 at the door. To purchase tickets go to ocvtschefsnightout.org.

For more information call Alicia Carney at 732-286-5670 ext.3212 or Sharon Noble at 732-473-3100 ext. 3177.

All proceeds benefit the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You understand the nuances of networking. In the week ahead it will be easy to widen your sphere of influence by participating in group activities. Your net worth will increase in the workplace due to your friendliness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Business tactics and a teamwork approach trump fantasies.

Your ability to lead others is inspired and wise in the week to come so don’t be afraid to open up a dialog.

Launch a new project or plan with a trusted partner.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It isn’t what you think, but what other people think about you that count. In the week ahead be sure to honor your obligations and live up to your promises. Family members can offer a safe haven and sound advice.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will never be last if you put others first. Your companions may act like divas or primp like superstars while you are content to just accept your place in the world. Take your place in line in the week to come.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The holidays are long gone but visions of sugarplums could be dancing in your head. Your dreams of material success can easily become a reality as this week unfolds. You have the shrewdness to see past the spin and fluff.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Fame is the name of the game. In the week to come your good deeds or leadership abilities could earn you some positive press. Your entrepreneurial skills and judgment about financial matters could be better than usual.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Focus on

friendliness. You may start out the week feeling less than attractive, but your cheerfulness and idealism in the face of adversity will bring new admirers. Join in when groups form for a worthy common purpose.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stretch the dollars like elastic bands. In the week to come your penny pinching ways will pay off. You may find creative ways to make more money or to make your money work for you. Achieve worthy goals.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Tomorrow is another day. You could feel that the world is against you but as the days go by everything will look much better. Wait until at least the middle of the week to make crucial decisions or changes.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can be a good motivator and strong negotiator in the week ahead. Although you may start off with selfish motives or a cynical viewpoint you could finish up as the most generous person in the room.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Some people take offense when subjected to a “back seat” driver. Do your best to avoid giving unasked for advice in the week ahead. Focus on being friendly and diplomatically helpful without offering criticism.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There will be light at the end of the tunnel. You may feel pressured to perform at your best even though you are in the dark where your partner’s motives are concerned. Keep your attention trained worthy goals this week. (c) 2016 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

Crystal Gala To Be At Ocean Place Resort

OCEA N COU N T Y – Tickets a nd sponsorships are now available for the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation’s (ECF) annual Crystal Gala presented by Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing Services on March 12, from 6 to 11 p.m. at Ocean Place Resort and Spa, 1 Ocean Blvd, Long Branch.

The 2016 honorees are Dr. Margaret Fisher, medical director, The Unterberg Children’s Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center; Dr. Lisa A. Forzani, Forzani Family Chiropractic Center and William MacDonald, group manager, PNC Bank and Select Equity Group Foundation.

Tickets cost $150 each and include “The Preakness,” an evening of virtual horse racing action, a cocktail hour, a sit-down dinner with an open bar, dancing; silent and gift auctions, prizes

and more.

Sponsorships range f rom $100 to $20,000. For sponsorship opportunities, call Rosemarie Contreras at 732-2822324 or rcontreras@emmanuelcancer. org.

ECF provides specialized services, at no charge, to New Jersey families who are caring for a child with cancer. The services include professional in-home counseling, advocacy on behalf of families, materials support, such as food, clothing, toys and household items and emergency financial aid, such as paying for rent or utilities.

For the past 30 years, ECF has helped more than 1700 New Jersey families in Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties who are dealing with pediatric cancer.

Comedy For A Cause FREEHOLD – The Women’s Health N e t wo r k p r e s e n t s “ C o m e d y fo r a Cause.” This comedy show will be held at the American Hotel, 18-20 East Main St., on March 11. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show begins at 8:30 p.m. This event is for those who are 21 and over.

There will be a cash bar.

The headliner is Robin Fox, otherwise known as the “Mother of all Comedians.” She was the winner of the 2012 Ladies of Laughter Competition and was also the “Hot Topic” on The View.

T he show w i l l a l s o fe at u r e Ti m Hayes, a native NJ comedian, who was the winner of the Tropicana Comedy Contest.

Adam Ludici, a performer on the NYC comedy circuit, will host the show.

Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Proceeds will benefit Women’s Health Ser vices at Cent raState Medical Center. Tickets can be purchased online at centrastatecomedy. eventbrite.com or by phone, just call Sharon Purpuro at 732-294-7135.

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Wolfgang Puc

Celebrity Dish: A Meal Stars Dream Of Eating After The Oscars

By Wolfgang Puck

Just because you’re all dressed up for a big event, it doesn’t mean that you’re craving the culinary equivalent of a tuxedo or designer dress. Often, the exact opposite is true.

Take, for example, the annual Academy Awards, which took place recently.

Since 1994, my Wolfgang Puck Catering team has prepared the food for the big Governors Ball party, and we get to feed some 1,600 movie stars and other Hollywood movers and shakers as they stream in immediately following the big event.

Of course, on this most glittering of nights, we want to offer some of the most elegant foods. The Champagne flows, there’s plenty of caviar, shrimp, lobster and black truffles.

But what do all the beautiful people ask for when they come up to greet me?

They want comfort food, of course.

That’s why we make sure always to have dishes like chicken pot pie and my gourmet macaroni and cheese, not to mention freshly baked pizza and all sorts of other delicious, soothing treats.

Though it may be a little bit difficult and messy for them to enjoy standing up, I’m sure the attendees would also love a great plate of spaghetti if we were to offer up that option.

Fortunately, if you watched the Oscars at home, it would have been incredibly easy to make delicious spaghetti yourself, and I’m happy to share my simple secrets to preparing the dish perfectly.

I like to base the sauce on the Italian variety of canned tomatoes known as San Marzano, which have the most intense tomato flavor. I also use fresh herbs - both rosemary sprigs and thin julienne strips of basil - to add their wonderful flavor and fragrance. A touch red pepper flakes contributes another delicious dimension to the sauce, if you don’t mind just the slightest hint of spiciness.

As you’ll see in the recipe instructions, I also teach you how to present the food simply but beautifully. After all, we eat with our eyes before the food ever reaches our mouths. With the help of a long, two-pronged fork, you can twirl up the pasta strands neatly and arrange little mounds on each serving plate, ready to garnish with fresh herbs. The result is an award-worthy plate full of food.

SPAGHETTI WITH QUICK MARINARA SAUCE Serves 4 3/4 cup (185 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 2 small yellow onions, finely chopped, about 1 cup (250 mL) 8 cloves garlic, peeled, smashed and chopped 2 large sprigs fresh rosemary 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 2 cans, 28 ounces (794 g) whole tomatoes, preferably San Marzano tomatoes Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 16 ounces (500 g) dried spaghetti 1/2 cup (125 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Heat a heavy large saucepot over high heat. Add about half the olive oil. As soon as the oil is hot enough to flow freely, add the onion and garlic, reduce the heat to medium-low, and saute until tender and translucent but not yet browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the large rosemary sprigs and red pepper flakes; saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes longer.

Add the tomatoes and their juices, breaking up the tomatoes with a sturdy spoon or spatula. Adjust the heat so the sauce simmers gently. Cook until slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

While the sauce is cooking, bring a large pot of water to a boil and season generously with salt. When the sauce is finished, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, tender but still slightly chewy, following the manufacturer’s suggested cooking time, about 8 minutes.

Remove the rosemary sprigs from the sauce and reduce the heat under the sauce to low. Drain the pasta in a colander then pour it into a bowl. Sprinkle in the Parmesan and remaining olive oil, and toss to combine.

With a pronged carving fork, twirl up a coil of pasta and slip it onto a serving plate. Depending on the size of the coil, add another to the plate in the same way; repeat with other servings. Spoon the sauce over the pasta, and garnish with Parmesan and fresh basil. 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) © 2016 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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