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March 19, 2016

Cupcakes Prohibited?

With No-Knock List Growing, Real Estate Solicitors Now Trying Texts Dept. Offers School Party Help

–Photo by Jennifer Peacock Efforts in neighborhoods surrounding Lakewood include lawn signs to ward off aggressive solicitors, such as this sign in Jackson.

By Jennifer Peacock real estate soliciting.

Jackson and Howell receiving text As towns take a look at their noThe issue stems from the neigh- messages from real estate agents. knock registries, residents are re- borhoods in Jackson, Howell and In Howell, residents hear from porting unwanted sales pitches are Toms River that border Lake- “Joe Huffman,” identified as a now coming in via text message. wood, seeing realtors come out in real estate buyer in Howell, NJ, No-knock registries prevent so- droves as part of the population as reported by Howell NJ Strong licitors from going to your home boom Lakewood is experiencing. on March 12. The text asks if the and giving you a sales pitch there.

The online chatter of late has receiver is interested in selling (No Knock - See Page 4) In several towns, that also means revolved around residents in both

Howell, Rider U. Team Up With Teachers Program

By Kassandra Hagen HOWELL – A program through Rider University will place masters degree students in three Howell Schools. The students are switching careers and pursuing a degree in education, and the program works with school teachers to also enhance their teaching.

During a recent school board meeting at Howell Township

Middle School North, board member Mary Cerretani discussed Rider University’s TALL Grant Program. The program educates present Howell Township teachers, who are willing to participate, to help mentor future educators in the field of teaching.

What is so unique about the program is that it’s for people who have a bachelor’s degree already

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and are working in the real world but want to change their careers to be educators. TALL, which stands for Teachers As Leaders and Learners, will allow 16 candidates to go back to school for their masters without having to do a full two years. Instead they will receive their masters degree in nine months in education.

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By Kassandra Hagen & Catherine Galioto HOWELL – The party doesn’t have to be over. Even though H o w e l l To w n s h i p schools regulations proh ibit st udents f rom br i ngi ng i n cupcakes to celebrate a student’s birthday doesn’t mean the children can’t celebrate with a party at all.

In fact, the food services department can help, often providing snacks such as a healthy treat or ice cream to help celebrate a party.

During the last school board meeting in Howell Township Middle School North, Board Member Mary Cerretani discussed what the district food services can do to help out parents to celebrate their child’s birthday in school.

“With regulations being what they are, you can’t bring cupcakes into school parties anymore,” Cerretani said. “That’s just the way it is.”

Howell Township food services offer the parent community a unique service that can help their children still be celebrated on their birthday without disappointment. If parents call Audrey Macdonald director of food services, she can help supply snacks to celebrate the student’s birthday, Cerretani said.

“Audrey has set up a type of service where they can contact her for the child’s party if they want some type of treat…All they need to do is contact her,” said Cerretani. “She would be more than happy to help supply the (Party - See Page 4)

ADELPHIA FIRE INSTALLS LINE OFFICERS

–Photo courtesy Howell Police HOWELL – Adelphia Fire Co. of Howell Fire District 2 congratulated its newly installed line officers and its outgoing chief at its installation dinner recently. Pictured from left: 1st Asst. Chief Michael J. Whitehill, 2nd Asst. Chief Gregory Player, Chief Michael B. Banasz, Police Chief Andrew Kudrick, Ex-Chief Robert Tice (2014-15), Captain Daniel Roth and Lieutenant Timothy McKay.

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their property, and is coming from 732810-0149 and 732-751-4581.

Both numbers go to Huffman Properties, where the caller is asked to leave a name, phone number, and property they are calling about. An online search yielded no results for that company name, but did find one Joe Huffman in Howell. No phone number was available with that listing.

Both Jackson and Howell require that door-to-door solicitors apply for permits before canvassing. Both townships also have no-knock registries, which allow residents to opt out of receiving such solicitors. However, it’s beyond the jurisdiction of municipal governments to restrict phone calls or mail.

Using the no-knock registries is the main way a resident can prevent what they may feel are bothersome solicitors.

The process often begins at town hall, with a form to fill out to get on the noknock list.

Some residents have decided to take the paperwork to neighbors in Flair and Brookwood 1 and 2 in Jackson this past Saturday. The Facebook page Jackson NJ Strong announced that members of the group would in those neighborhoods with applications, which they in turn will deliver to town hall and return to residents’ homes with the no-knock decal.

Jackson NJ Strong responded to The Times and said their efforts were met

with positive feedback.

And while applications for the Jackson registry are available for download online, residents must print the application, fill it out and either mail it or deliver it to town hall. Jackson NJ Strong wants to see the township provide an application that can be filled out online.

In Jackson, Council President Rob Nixon spoke at the March 8 council meeting on the topic, prefacing his comments with the fire in Lakewood that damaged what appears to have been an illegal dormitory.

“The improper tactics of Realtors, real estate speculators, panic peddlers and blockbusters hoping to prey on Jackson is an issue that concerns us all. Again I will say, if you see something, say something,” Nixon said. “There are resources available to address these concerns at the disposal of our residents today.”

All residents should sign up for the noknock registry, he said.

“Don’t believe those who attempt to f lippantly dismiss this tool. Our law is strong, it’s effective, and its penalties hit harder than those laws passed in towns nearby,” Nixon said.

He also told residents that they must report possible transgressions to the appropriate local, county, state and federal authorities.

“We are a wonderful and welcoming community, but we are bound to live by the same rules and the same laws. Respect for the law equals respect for each other,” Nixon said.

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“It’s a win win situation,” said Board Member Cerretani. “Our teachers become educated, new teachers become educated and who wins from it but our students because they have these people who are really interested in doing a good job and working with our students.”

As of right now Howell Township is allowing Rider to use three of their schools for this program and its participating teachers.

The three schools are Adelphia, North and Ardena which have been chosen due to their ESL programs.

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snack to celebrate the child’s birthday…

She wants parents to know they have the opportunity to celebrate their children and not have to worry about the fact that they can’t have cupcakes and that there is something that can be done and she will be more than happy to help them through it.”

Cerretani also commented on how she feels about the program. “I think it’s an excellent program for people who are interested in changing their careers and it’s an excellent program for our teachers who are willing to go back to school and become educated.”

She asked those who know people that want to change their careers to become educators and get their masters degree in nine months and live locally to discuss with them about participating in the program.

The candidates that go through the program will have an opportunity to work in the Howell school district the following year.

Macdonald is committed to serving the children but also helping parents understand the healthy guidelines and what they can and cannot give to their children, said Cerretani.

So if you’re a parent that has a child in an elementary school in Howell Township and is wondering what you can do for your child’s class on their birthday, call Audrey Macdonald at 732-919-1085 ext. 2126.

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MONMOUTH COUNTY – Embroiderers’ Guild of America-Monmouth Chapter is dedicated to teaching and sharing the joys of needlework.

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There are sit-and-stitch tables at each meeting as well as special projects. For more information, contact Toni at 732462-5540 or see mcega.org.

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Featured Calls Are Really Scams For weeks, New Jersey residents have been bombarded by phone calls from scammers claiming to be from the IRS or other government agencies.

AARP members have made reports that these callers are threatening to have them arrested barring immediate payment.

The name Dennis Grey is sometimes (but not always) given and the phone numbers have varied with area codes being from all areas of New Jersey, as well as from across the country.

Please be advised that these calls are not legitimate.

If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from the IRS, regardless of what ap-

pears on your caller ID (which can be spoofed), do not give them any identifying information. Instead, insist that they send all communication in writing.

The IRS will never communicate with you by phone without first sending correspondence by mail.

T he A A R P Fraud Watch Network (FraudWatchNetwork.org) is a free resource for New Jersey residents can get scam alerts, learn about scammers’ latest tricks, and find out what to do if they’ve been victimized.

Being informed is your best defense against these scammers.

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Letters To The Editor Flat Tax Only Fair Tax For 30 years or more I have waited for the Congress of the United States to find the courage to tackle the unfairness of our tax code.

I’m still waiting.

Our tax code has been used for decades for social engineering, “feel good” creating and vote-buying.

Some people have a weird understanding of the word “fair.”

If I have no children, for whatever reason, and you have four, I had no involvement in creating this situation.

If you decide to give your money to the church and other charities that is commendable. I applaud you.

If you buy a house and take a mortgage for a half a million dollars and pay a large monthly interest fee, that is your decision. If your big house is in a high real estate tax area, your decision.

If you go to the casino weekly and lose a lot of money, that’s your decision.

I could go on, but you get the idea. In all of these situations I had no responsibility. I am still forced to help pay for them due to our so-called “fair” tax code.

The only true fair tax would be a simple “flat tax” on gross income. There is a lot of talk in the political world for finally fixing the tax mess; let’s see if any of it comes to reality after the campaign “vote buying” season is over.

William Staples Whiting

Budget Needs To Fix State’s Problems

Gov. Christie still has a tremendous opportunity over the next two years to right the fiscal ship here in New Jersey and to cement his legacy. That starts with crafting fiscally prudent budgets and addressing two of the state’s most pressing fiscal challenges: our pension and health benefits crisis and transportation funding.

Americans for Prosperity applauds the governor’s commitment to tackling these major issues in a way that’s fair to taxpayers.

The governor is also to be commended for speaking out strongly against reckless constitutional amendments on pensions and the minimum wage which will only make our state less competitive, while threatening the imposition of disastrous tax hikes on middle-class families.

On the other hand, the governor’s $34.8 billion budget proposal still represents a 20 percent increase— close to $6 billion—over Gov. Corzine’s last budget.

AFP believes much more can and should be done to streamline the budget and spend our tax dollars more effectively.

Of course, the responsibility for addressing New Jersey’s problems is not the governor’s alone.

Lawmakers also have a responsibility to their constituents and to taxpayers to work with the governor

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to resolve our state’s pressing fiscal challenges. Gov. Christie extended an olive branch today to legislators on the Democratic side of the aisle to work with him in good faith over the remaining days of his term.

If they truly care about the well-being and quality of life of our residents, they will accept it.

Erica Jedynak Americans for Prosperity State Director, New Jersey

How to Tell If Congress Is Working Again

There have been encouraging signs that the Republican leadership on Capitol Hill wants to make Congress function again.

They’ve talked about using conference committees more, allowing a more open process for rank-and-file members, enacting separate appropriation bills rather than using omnibus bills, and letting committees lead on legislation rather than hoarding all power in the leadership offices. Perhaps most important, they’ve acknowledged that Congress has many bad habits, and insist that they want to restore a healthy legislative process.

This has to be heartening to any American concerned about the level of dysfunction to which Congress had sunk. The question is, how can we tell if Congress is actually fixing itself? For as promising as the rhetoric might be, there’s a long way to go before words and reality meet on Capitol Hill.

Here’s what you should keep your eye on: First, differences in emphasis separate the leaders of the two houses, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Speaker Paul Ryan. Ryan is intent on pressing forward with key policy proposals that would anchor a bold Republican legislative agenda. But that’s because the Republican majority in the House is not generally believed to be at risk. Over in the Senate,

things are different: control of that body next year is up for grabs, and McConnell seems to be focused on maintaining his par ty’s majority. For his members, boldness is a risk. This difference could lead to slim production.

So look to see how many and which issues the two leaders really push forward. Will they advance the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal in some version, or let it slide until the elections are past? Will they tackle tax reform? How about authorizing support for the war against ISIS? Ryan has already removed one key matter — immigration reform — from the table. Will other pressing issues also bite the dust?

The second big indicator is whether Congress has the political will to fix itself.

Most members say publicly that they don’t want gridlock and are dedicated to making the institution function smoothly. The key measure of whether they really mean it is the attitude they take toward their political adversaries.

If what you hear on Capitol Hill is nothing but distrust, then they’re not serious. If they’re willing to negotiate and compromise with one another — as happened at the end of last year, with the passage of an omnibus spending package — then there’s hope.

Third is what you might think of as the rolled-upsleeves test. How hard are members of Congress willing to work at addressing the key issues facing the country? So far, the evidence is disappointing. The legislative schedule put out by the congressional leadership is, to be blunt, lax.

On average, members of Congress will be working about nine days a month.

They’ve given themselves four stretches of ten days off at a time. They’ll be off for 52 straight days in July, August and September, and then another 39 days in a row in October and (Letters - See Page 12)

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Monmouth County Park System Recognizes Its Volunteers

Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

Senators Ask For Funding For Water Infrastructure Projects

– Photo courtesy Monmouth County Monmouth County Freeholder Lillian G. Burry joined Monmouth County Board of Recreation Commissioners at the event in thanking the corps of volunteers who each gave more than 40 hours of service to the Park System in 2015.

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Contributions tem staff recalled some of the special moby 1,175 volunteers to open space, parks ments they had while acting as interpreters and recreation in Monmouth County were and demonstrators at Historic Longstreet celebrated at a March 6 luncheon at the Farm and Historic Walnford, cleaning the beaches at the county’s ocean and bay front Hominy Hill Golf Center.

Planting flower beds, removing invasive locations and handing out cups of water at plant species, monitoring endangered bird race events.

The Volunteer in Parks program is an species and assisting with therapeutic horseback riding lessons are a few of the umbrella under which 1,175 individuals doways these individuals contributed to the nated 26,335 hours of their time to help the Monmouth County Park System’s Volunteer Park System in 2015. Volunteer experiences ranged from instructing new trail leaders in Parks program in 2015.

Monmouth County Freeholder Lillian G. to assisting with programs for individuals Burry joined Monmouth County Board of with disabilities.

“It is our turn to say ‘Thank You,’” said Recreation Commissioners at the event in thanking the corps of volunteers who each Burry. “Thank you for your hard work, gave more than 40 hours of service to the dedication and commitment to our Park System. Your spirit and acts of volunteerism Park System in 2015.

“Each volunteer has contributed time, make it possible for our county parks to be talent, expertise and sheer willingness to enjoyed by millions of people each year.”

To find out how you can become a volunserve a quality recreation agency,” Burry said. “Collectively, the volunteers have teer with the Monmouth County Park Syshelped keep our parks as beautiful as they tem, contact the Park System’s Coordinator are and improve the quality of life in Mon- of Volunteers at 732-842-4000, ext.4283, or email volunteer@monmouthcountyparks. mouth County.”

During the event, volunteers and Park Sys- com.

NEW JERSEY – U.S. Senators Robert Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) and Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. (N.J.-09) outlined legislation they will introduce in both Houses of Congress to address New Jersey’s and the nation’s aging water infrastructure, while creating 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 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 systems. 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.

Capitol Comments Assemblyman David P. Rible

Rible Response To Proposal To Increase Minimum Wage

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Assembly Republican Conference Leader Dave Rible released the following statement in response to the proposal to raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 per hour: “As a former small business owner, I can tell you firsthand that nearly doubling the minimum wage will significantly impact the business community. Business owners will be faced with tough decisions that could ultimately force them to reduce their

current workforce and choose not to hire new employees.

“Simply put, raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour will have serious ramifications on our state’s businesses that could ultimately lead to higher unemployment.

We should instead prioritize improving our business climate by reducing the tax burden on these hardworking men and women who are struggling to maintain their workforce and keep their businesses open.”

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HHS Senior Accepts Appointment To Military Academy

– Photo courtesy Howell High School Vivian Paige Montgomery accepts her appointment to the Military Academy.

HOWELL – Howell High School’s Vivian Paige Montgomery accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point where she will play Division I softball for the Army. Representative Chris Smith nominated her for the appointment, allowing her to be considered for selection by the United States Military Academy where she will now be a member of the graduating class of 2020.

Her appointment entitles her to the equivalent of a full undergraduate scholarship, including room and board. Upon graduation from the academy, Vivian Paige will be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army and forever a member of the Long Gray Line. She intends to major in Arabic and minor in Terrorism Studies, eventually branching to Military Intelligence in order to become a career Army officer.

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HOWELL – Sergeant Chris Hill began his law enforcement career in 1983 when he joined the Human Services as a juvenile officer. He was then hired by Brookdale Police in 1989 and then Howell in 1990.

At Howell Police, Hill was assigned as a patrol officer, SWAT team sniper, gang and bias crime officer and supervisor. Hill spent a majority of his career in the Community Relations Unit within the Services Division. As a school resource officer, Hill was instrumental in instructing and mentoring thousands of children. Due to his awesome and persuasive personality, Hill developed an amazingly strong relationship with the kids and community. His affiliation and leadership within the PAL swayed many kids away from trouble and developed them into successful adults.

Although he is retired from Howell, Hill remains the president of the Howell PAL and National president as well.

He will continue to mentor kids and be an integral part of the police department.

“As a police cadet, Sgt. Hill was always willing to take me out on patrol. Even at last minute notice, he would pick me up at my house in the patrol car. He absolutely mentored me and made me a better officer. Some of my best memories as a police explorer were with Chris.

For that, I am forever grateful,” Chief Andrew Kudrick said.

“On behalf of the men and women of the Howell Police Department, I wish Sgt. Hill all the happiness and health in his retirement. Thank you Chris for making Howell Police the exemplary agency it is today. You will be missed,” the chief said.

HHS Student Wins Shakespeare Competition

HOWELL – Howell High School’s Kaylee DeFreitas won the English Speaking Union Shakespeare Competition for the Monmouth County Branch. The event was held on March 5 at Brookdale Community College.

DeFreitas, a junior in the Fine and Performing Arts Academy at Howell High School, has earned a spot to showcase her talent at the National Shakespeare Competition in New York City this spring.

The English-Speaking Union National Shakespeare Competition assists high school teachers across the country with their Shakespeare and language arts curriculum.

Students in grades 9 through 12 are eligible to participate. In this program, high school students read, analyze, perform and recite Shakespearean monologues and sonnets in as many as three qualifying stages: school, community (ESU Branch) and national levels.

The Freehold Regional High School Dis-

trict Fine and Performing Arts Academy has provided conservatory type training since 1984 to young artists who want to combine a college preparatory academic schedule with advanced arts training in a traditional high school setting. Alumnae have starred in feature films, national television shows and national and world tours of musicals. They have won Peabody and Emmy awards for video editing, received Emmy awards for acting, published books, produced independent films and edited and written for national magazines and newspapers. Furthermore, Fine and Performing Arts Academy alumnae have also become successful in fields beyond the arts including medicine, physical and speech therapy, education, entertainment law and management and architecture.

The Fine and Performing Arts Academy offers a four year program in three distinct majors: acting, dance, and entertainment technology, which includes a music production and a video production track. Students train and work in an acting studio, two dance studios, a video studio and a music production and recording studio. Students produce and perform in a number of showcases and are encouraged to participate in the numerous arts and other extracurricular programs offered at Howell High School.

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HOWELL – Join the Howell Township First Aid and Rescue Squad at 16 Kent Road on March 19 for a breakfast with the Easter Bunny. The breakfast is held from 8 a.m. to noon.

This is an “All You Can Eat” breakfast including pancakes, sausage and eggs. The cost is $5 per person.

For more information, call 732-901-5584.

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Hospital Outlines Changes Since Merger

LAKEWOOD – Hospital officials said, in less than two years since the Kimball Medical Center merged with Monmouth Medical Center, the newly formed Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus, has succeeded in providing a greater network of services to Monmouth and Ocean counties.

“Since Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus merged with Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, we have made a collaborative commitment to transform the health care delivery model for the communities we serve,” said Frank J. Vozos, M.D., FACS, president and chief executive officer, Monmouth Medical Center and Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus. “We are proud of the accomplishments we have made during this short period of time.”

The merger has allowed Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus to make major changes, from external renovations to the newly unveiled single rooms. All rooms have been transitioned to private, m a k i n g M o n m o u t h M e d i c a l C e n t e r, Southern Campus the only hospital in the region to exclusively offer single rooms for overnight stays.

“Single patient rooms are becoming the industry standard,” said Vozos. “Studies show that patients who recuperate in single patient rooms experience better sleep, faster healing and shorter hospital stays, which results in fewer hospital-based infections and better outcomes.”

The 54 new Medical/Surgical and 10 Critical Care Unit rooms will include amenities such as flat-screen TVs, an updated nurse call system and special features for geriatric patients, including brighter lighting, safer beds and more security.

A main lobby facelift was completed earlier this year as well a complete update to the campus’ equipment, adding ‘round-the-clock’ telemetry monitoring for all of its inpatient beds. Additionally, renovations to the grounds, parking and entrance to outpatient services on Route 9 are under way.

Other changes to the hospital include the introduction of the Geriatric Emergency

Medicine (GEM) Unit and the Acute Care for the Elderly Unit, which complement the hospital’s larger initiative to develop the only Geriatrics Institute of its kind in the region. The Geriatrics Institute, which is slated to be in full use by August, will provide integrated inpatient and outpatient geriatrics services to patients 65 and older. The third floor of the hospital will house the inpatient, outpatient and community education aspects of geriatric medicine in one location. There will also be a physical therapy gym on this floor specifically developed to accommodate the needs of aging patients as they transition from inpatient to outpatient care.

Additionally, the Outpatient Infusion Unit is being renovated and expanded to better serve more patients while the Jacqueline M. Wilentz Breast Center has found its new home near Outpatient Services in the main hospital. Breast Center services will now include breast screening mammography, diagnostic mammography, breast surgery consultation and high risk cancer assessment.

Furthermore, a comprehensive Vascular Center treats a vast scope of circulatory conditions and complex wounds.

Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus was also acknowledged with several awards and recognitions in 2015, including a successful tri-annual Joint Commission Survey in June with specific acclamations for nursing excellence; a successful “Heart Failure” Disease Specific Recertification awarded; NICHE (Nurses Improving Care of Healthsystem Elders) re-designation achieved; a Leapfrog Safety Rating Grade A sustained throughout 2015 and the Press Ganey Scores for the Emergency Department and Ambulatory Care that continue to be above the 90th percentile with the ED leading the system.

“We sincerely appreciate the support of our surrounding community while we undergo these renovations both internally and externally,” Vozos said. “We look forward to continuing to improve and expand the programs and services offered at Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus to better serve our patients.”

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Spring Brush Collection Schedule

HOWELL – The Howell Department of Public Works will begin brush collection on March 28, weather permitting. Place brush curbside no later than May 9. After this date, one final collection will be made per zone, until all sections of the township have been completed.

Only brush/tree trimmings will be collected. No leaves. Leaves can be brought to the Tow nship Recycling Center located at 278 Old Tavern Road.

The Recycling Center is open seven days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., except on holidays.

Adhere to the following guidelines: stack against the curb with all butt ends facing the same direction, a maximum size of 6 inches in diameter and 8 feet in length, no stumps, a maximum volume equal to one pickup truck load and any additional brush can be dropped off at the Recycling Center.

No leaves will be picked up, bring them to the Recycling Center.

For more information, contact the Department of Public Works, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 732-9384500, ext. 2450 or visit twp.howell.nj.us.

Chamber Of Commerce Scholarship

HOW ELL – The Howell Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation wa s e st abl ishe d t o op e n a ca de m ic doors for local students. The chamber believes in its mission to improve the overall business climate for members by creat i ng prog ra ms a nd ser v ices that stimulate economic growth and enhance the quality of life in Howell.

The scholarship program enhances the community’s quality of life by supporting an educated citizenry, preparing them for responsible roles within the workforce, which will strengthen the economic vitality of our region.

T he Howel l re side nt schola r sh ip awards three $1,000 scholarships. The application can be found at howellchamber.com and click on Education Foundation. The application must be postmarked no later than April 20.

Ladies Auxiliary To Hold Fundraiser

HOWELL – The Adelphia Fire Company Ladies Auxiliar y is holding a Night at The Cabin on March 29 from 5 to 10 p.m. The Cabin Restaurant will donate 20 percent of the food portion of your bill to the Adelphia Fire Company Auxiliary.

The Cabin is located at 984 Route 33 East, Freehold. Make sure to tell your server you are supporting the Auxiliary.

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November. Yes, it’s an election year and they want to campaign. But you cannot run a government that is not in session. The best we can hope for is an obvious sense of urgency when members of Congress are in Washington. Look for it. If you don’t see it, little will get done on Capitol Hill.

I should say that not all the responsibility for restoring Congress rests at the federal level. The states, too, have a key role to play.

Will they get serious about how they draw congressional districts, so that politicians no longer have the luxury of picking their

voters rather than the other way around?

Will some states continue to pursue efforts to make voting harder — which, like gerrymandering, has the effect of shoring up the extremes in Congress? Will states make the effort to modernize their voting systems, so that the democratic process has a chance of working with minimal friction?

In the end, good intentions and fine rhetoric don’t accomplish much. I hope you’ll keep an eye on Congress and cheer for its members to act in accord with their own advice. If they do, Congress will take a giant stride toward improved performance.

Lee H. Hamilton Former Congressman

Shrewsbury Chorale Open Rehearsals And Auditions

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Do you like to sing? The Shrewsbury Chorale invites all interested local singers to participate in its open rehearsals on March 29 and April 5 from 7:45 to 10 p.m. The group practices weekly on Tuesday evenings at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County, 1475 West Front Street, Lincroft.

The Shrewsbury Chorale is a mixed chorus serving audiences in Monmouth County.

The group performs three yearly concerts that feature music ranging from classical to popular repertoire. This set of open rehearsals will be directed by our guest conductor, Neil F. Brown. Brown has extensive experience in choral conducting and accompanying in both

church and educational settings. As a good friend of the chorale, he served as accompanist during the 2010-11 season.

The Shrewsbury Chorale will begin rehearsing for the third of its three yearly concerts.

The group invites the singing public to its two open rehearsals to learn more about our organization. Come join in the fun as they prepare opera choruses for the June concert.

Scores will be provided and there is no charge.

The group would be delighted to accept new members. If you like what you see and hear, schedule an audition by calling Joy More at 732-216-3907. For more information, call: 732-747-1362, email: theshrewsburychorale@ gmail.com or visit: shrewsburychorale.org.

Reduce Waste, Learn Backyard Composting MONMOUTH COUNTY – Monmouth County has announced its spring 2016 Backyard Composting schedule for Monmouth County residents.

You will know the how-to’s of reducing your yard and household waste and improving your soil after an informative 45-minute presentation on one of these dates: April 17 at 10 a.m. – Middletown, Deep Cut Gardens, 352 Red Hill Rd. May 12 at 7 p.m. – Manasquan Recreation Annex, 67 Atlantic Ave. May 21 at 10 a.m. – Middletown, Deep Cut Gardens, 352 Red Hill Rd. The workshops are free, but advance registration is required. To reserve one of the limited seats, call 732-683-8686, ext. 6721 or download the registration form from the recycling section of the County Reclamation Center’s webpage at visitmonmouth.com.

“Many residents want to do their part in preserving the environment, yet they struggle with how to reduce household waste,” said Freeholder Deputy Director Serena DiMaso, liaison to the County’s Reclamation Center. “The Backyard Composting

program is helpful for those residents who are seeking guidance and provides not only direction, but also the opportunity to purchase a bin for composting at home.”

Participants may purchase an Earth Machine backyard composting bin at the session for $35. Payment must be by a check made payable to “Monmouth County Grant Fund.”

If you already compost and would like to purchase an Earth Machine backyard compost bin, you may do so for $35 at one of the five towns that have partnered with the county to expand composting opportunities for residents: Spring Lake Heights DPW, 555 Atlantic Ave., 732-449-6983 Ocean Township, 240 Whale Pond Rd., 732-531-5000, ext. 3364 Upper Freehold Municipal Building, 314 Route 539, 609-758-7715 Freehold Township DPW – Jackson Mills Road, 732-294-2161 You should call first for availability and hours for pickup. Payment must be by check made payable to the “Monmouth County Grant Fund.”

Farmingdale Leaf Vacuuming

FA R M I NGDA LE – T he b orou g h conducts its leaf vacuuming through mid-December, and the borough has announced its leaf vacuuming schedule

will resume for the month of April, on a limited schedule.

For more information, visit farmingdaleborough.org.

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Here’s To Your Health

Dear Pharmacist

Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Natural Cough Suppressants to Relieve Your Misery

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Wintertime is one of my favorite times of the year. Ahh…snowy days, crackling fire, fluffy sweaters…Cough! Cough!

Haaaaack! With all there is a lot to enjoy during this season, the winter months are commonly known as ‘Cold and Flu’ season or ‘Sniff and Sneeze’ season because of the nasty little viruses that come with it. I just dealt with the flu recently and posted a video about how I overcame the bug in less than 24 hours.

No matter how long it takes you to recover, the winter season always starts and ends with an annoying cough. Coughing is the body’s natural way of clearing out the air passages in our lungs. Did you know, a bad cough can clock speeds up to 60mph? We’re all going to have to run a little faster to get away from the germs. I have many natural options for you today.

These will help tame your cough: 1. Honey With Coffee – Honey has been widely used to treat coughs for years and years. Swallowing a spoonful or two calms the throat and has been shown just as effective as an over-thecounter cough suppressant ingredient, dextromethorphan (or “DM”) according to the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010. In the Primary Care Respiratory Journal, researchers evaluated drinking honey with coffee every eight hours and found it to be more effective than steroids.

2. Ginger – Ginger has been used medicinally for thousands of years and has been used to support almost every condi-

tion including asthma, migraines, constipation and bronchitis. It is a superior antioxidant and can be cut or crushed into small pieces and added to five cups of water with some lemon and honey. Boil the mixture until half of the tea remains and then sip the tea. Do this every two to three hours for cough relief. You can also put 1 drop of essential oil in hot water and do a steam inhalation.

3. Bromelain – Bromelain is a natural enzyme that fights inflammation and infections. High amounts of bromelain are found in pineapples. Bromelain has been found to help reduce the airway inflammation in lungs, which could ease a cough. That’s according to Alternative Theraies in Health and Medicine, 2012.

I’d suggest supplementation, bromelain capsules are sold at health food stores.

4. Afrin or similar – These stop post nasal drip in about 10 minutes and that can ‘shut you up’ very quickly if your cough is triggered by a drip. That’s what it was for me when I was sick. I also used Flunada, which is a natural cough/ cold reliever sold next to all the Afrin products.

5. Vodka or Brandy – This is not your excuse to get sloshed, but many seniors out there know that a shot or even just a teaspoonful of one of these drinks can soothe a cough within minutes, especially if you follow it with a teaspoonful of honey.

(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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Late March Activities In Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The list of activities in Monmouth County this March includes parades, plays and performances, so as the month comes to a close, there is still lots to enjoy.

“Start the month with shamrocks and end with egg hunts,” said Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone. “March is the month to celebrate the end of winter by getting outside and with two holidays happening this month, there are plenty of great events to choose from.”

“March 20 marks the first day of spring,” said Freeholder Deputy Director DiMaso.

“Join the Monmouth County Park Sys-

tem for a nature walk at 10 a.m. at the Manasquan Reservoir to look for signs of the new season.”

Count Basie is hosting comedian David Cross, on his Making America Great Again tour on March 23.

Other theater and concert performances include: At iPlay America, pop artist Daya will performs on March 20. Pollak Theatre at Monmouth University presents “Charlotte’s Web” on March 22 and “Spartacus” on March 31.

While St. Patrick’s Day dominates the first half of March, Easter takes the second half.

The holiday appears on the calendar earlier

than usual this year, so be sure to look out for these great, festive events in March: Join in the fun at the Allaire Village Easter Egg Hunt on March 26 from noon to 4 p.m.

Enter the Handmade Bonnet Contest and enjoy the parade.

Visit Historic Allaire Village for an Easter Sunrise Service at 6 a.m. on March 27, Easter Sunday.

Head over to Asbury Park for an Easter Parade on March 27 at the Paramount Theatre at 1 p.m.

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Roller Derby League’s Fundraisers Abound

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Central Jersey Roller Vixens are ramping up for the 2016 roller derby season with some fundraisers to help support the women’s league.

On March 23, a Dine To Donate event will benefit CJRV, with a portion of all participating orders at Houlihan’s Holmdel going back to the league. The event is 5 to 9 p.m. March 23 at Houlihan’s, 2136 Route 35 in Holmdel. For the form to

participate and bring with you that evening, visit centraljerseyrollervixens.com.

This time of year also means the opportunity to sponsor the Central Jersey Roller Vixens, a women’s flat-track roller derby league with members from throughout the Central Jersey area of northern Ocean, Monmouth and Middlesex counties.

Sponsorships are available at a range of prices, for local businesses hoping to grow their audience

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CJRV is now looking for sponsors. Considering sponsoring your local roller derby team, part of

a rapidly growing sport dedicated to fostering a community. League events are family-friendly, and every bout has a charity partner the league pairs with. The skaters, refs, officials and staff at Central Jersey Roller Vixens thank its sponsors for their support.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

When You Find Your Medicine You Take What You Can Get

Dear Readers As you know my usual format is to pick and choose from my inbox and bring to you letters that I think will be most interesting. This week I will deviate from my norm by generalizing. I receive so much mail regarding the following, I feel that I am answering many letters at once.

I’ve received hundreds of letters over the last year similar to this. People either personally or through a relative are being given wrong medications or incorrect dosages of medications that they were or were not prescribed.

Throughout the healthcare world, of which I am very familiar, this is known as a “med error.” Although it does happen in hospitals and other places that healthcare is delivered, it is most common in your own home. People who take care of themselves often double up, skip, or substitute older medications. As you know by now, I am president of Preferred Home Health Care. One of the rules in home healthcare is that a registered nurse must prepare medication. Most people, however, do not need a nurse to pour their medication.

Here are a few tips to help prevent any problems for those who are taking their medications by themselves.

1. Line up every medication that you should be taking.

2. Look for the following things: Your name (don’t laugh; it happens), the doctors’ names, the dosage and daily prescription.

3. Do not take your medication out of a bottle day

by day. Instead prepare a week of medication. I prefer not to use a day and night box that is built as one. I do recommend that you color code two kits, one for day and one for night.

Yellow or light blue works well for morning and a deeper color to represent night. For those who need to take medications more than twice a day, adjust the above by buying three or four individual set ups. It’s bulkier but safer.

For those who are on a limited budget, you can use egg cartons from the supermarket (not my favorite choice but it does work.)

If you can, have someone in the house review what you have done. Once again, an RN would be great, but not always practical.

I like setting up medication on Sundays if possible.

Take all the bottles and put them away so that you don’t accidentally reach into the bottle out of habit. This will prevent accidental double ups.

Prepare a list, and keep it on your person or somewhere visible should an emergency occur Stay safe and healthy.

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LAKEHURST – The U.S. Army Parachute Team, The Golden Knights, have officially been added to the “Power in the Pines” list of performers for Joint Base MDL’s 2016 Open House and Air Show.

For over 53 years, members of the U. S. Ar my Parachute Team have been marking the milestones of achievement and an evolution of excellence serving as “Ambassadors” of the Army’s only official demonstration team. The Golden Knights portray the image of being the most formidable parachuting competitors and demonstrators in the world today.

“We are excited to announce that the United States Army Parachute Team, the Golden Knights, will perform their aerial demonstration at our Open House

and Air Show this May,” said Lt. Col. Pat Rayner, Open House and Air Show director. “Our Army mission partners are a crucial part of the team here at Joint Base MDL and showcasing their elite parachute demonstration team is a huge win.”

“Power in the Pines” is free and open to the public and scheduled for May 14 to 15. Gates will open at 9 a.m. with aerial demonstrations slated for 11 a.m. on both days.

Contact the Joint Base Public Affairs Office at 754-2104 or visit jointbasemdl. af.mil for more information. Information on the 2016 Open House and Air Show can be found online at jointbasemdl. af.mil/librar y/openhouseandairshow. asp.

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By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Christopher R. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Any homeowner looking to build or as hiring an architect and various submodify a home should note that a new contractors, scheduling subcontractors’ trend in New Jersey law now holds prop- work and purchasing building materials. erty owners liable for workplace injuries Gaccione also frequented the jobsite, where the injury occurred on site, and the oversaw the work and performed some property owner assumed responsibilities managerial tasks. normally reserved for a general contracNevertheless, the trial court granted tor. This trend was solidified by the New Gaccione’s motion for summary judgment Jersey Appellate Division case of Costa v. dismissing all claims against him. The Gaccione, 408 N.J. Super. 362 (App. Div. trial court held that Gaccione did not have 2009) where the Appellate Court held that a duty to ascertain whether the scaffolding since there was evidence to demonstrate a posed a risk of injury and, instead, was property owner on a construction project entitled to rely on the subcontractor to where Plaintiff was injured acted as the de oversee its employee’s work. facto general contractor, a genuine issues The employee then appealed to the Apof material fact existed to warrant a trial pellate Division. On appeal, the Appellate on the property owner’s liability for the Division reversed the trial court’s holding, Plaintiff’s injuries. and found the facts of the case estabIn Costa, an employee of a framing lished that the homeowner had acted as subcontractor fell and sustained serious the de facto contractor. Significantly, the injury when climbing makeshift scaf- homeowner visited the site daily, oversaw folding used on the construction project. operations, purchased materials requested The employee claimed that the property by builders and actively discussed buildowner, Salvatore Gaccione (“Gaccione”), ing plans with workers that he hired. The acted as the project general contractor, Appellate Division concluded that this and that Gaccione’s failure to ensure evidence was sufficient to create genuine worksite safety constituted negligence issues of material facts and ordered a trial and a violation of OSHA. Regarding to determine the issue of damages.

Gaccione’s role as the general contractor, The important lesson to be learned from the employee demonstrated that Gaccione the Costa case for perspective homebuildobtained building permits as the project ers is that taking on the responsibilities owner, but indicated on the permit form normally assumed of a general contractor, that he considered himself the “person even in the absence of the official desigresponsible for the work.” In addition, nation of such, may give rise to a duty of Gaccione performed many of the general care to ensure worksite safety and expose contractor functions on the project, such you to liability.

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PTA Looking For Flea Market Participants

HOWELL – The Taunton PTA will be holding a Flea Market and Food Trucks event on May 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Taunton Elementary School. The PTA is looking for flea market participants, vendors, crafters and food truck for the event.

The event is outdoors with a rain date of May 22. Participants must provide their own tables. Spaces are 10 by 10 foot.

The space for flea market tables, vendors and crafters is $35 per space for nonTaunton PTA members and $20 per space for Taunton PTA members. The fee for food trucks is $75 per space.

Contact Jessica Koven at RUJess28@ gmail.com or 908-331-0645 for more details and contracts, spots are given on first come, first serve basis.

Donate Easter Baskets For Those In Need

HOWELL – Do something nice this Easter and donate an Easter Basket for Howell families in need. All baskets will be delivered to the Howell Emergency Food Pantry

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FARMINGDALE – The board meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center, located at 13 Asbury Ave. When the regularly scheduled meeting falls on a holiday, it will automatically be held on the next business day.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You don’t need to experiment with a box full of snakes and apples to understand the intricacies of temptation. In the week ahead be prudent about relationships. Remain friendly without getting emotionally involved.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In the upcoming week you might often see only what you want to see. Take a step back from a prospective purchase and get someone else’s opinion before pulling out the credit card. Focus on completing creative projects.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It may be better to remain silent. Mere words cannot explain the fantasies building in your heart. In the week ahead you may be inspired to try something new.

Concentrate on the facts and figures when dealing with business matters.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Two heads will be better than one. You can count on trusted partners to have the knowledge or the know how to make your best ideas blossom. Honoring commitments is the best way to maintain pleasant relations this week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The more you have the less time you have to enjoy it. You may work hard this week to achieve a level of financial security that allows you to improve your life. Dissatisfaction with your allotment of leisure time is possible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Upward social mobility is not a new app for your mobile phone.

Widening your circle of contacts, however, can be accomplished with a little help from the latest technology. Watch your pennies in the week to come

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You could be overwhelmed by over coaching. Someone may insist on strict adherence to precise terminology so you may be forced to expand your vocabulary. In the week ahead you may flirt more than you should.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In your mental animal shelter you aren’t a lone wolf, but a herd animal. You could be restless and uninspired unless you are with another person. One financial burden may be lifted in the week to come.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You could be enthused by ethical considerations. As this week unfolds you may be immersed in self-improvement ideas or cynical about upholding blind faith. Doing the right thing at the right time can be challenging.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’re in it to win it. Your powers of persuasion are in fine fettle as this week unfolds. Be on your guard against investing your pennies in worthless baubles that look more useful or worthwhile than they really are.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your eyes could be bigger than your stomach. You could be challenged by your desire to acquire bigger and better things in the upcoming week. It is possible that dissatisfaction with your possessions is only temporary.

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Hot Potato: A Creamy, Cheesy Puree With A French Accent

By Wolfgang Puck

A plate of mashed potatoes ranks among the most widely beloved side dishes I know. It’s easy to understand why.

They’re an ideal comfort food: earthy and mild, rich yet also austere, filling and yet delightfully easy on the palate. They also go with virtually any main dish.

At Spago, my CUT steakhouses, and many of my other restaurants, they’re a very popular companion to grilled meat, poultry or seafood, as well as to stews and braises. They’re so easy to vary, too, with the potatoes providing a blank canvas for any culinary artist to embellish with seasonings and enrichments.

Did I mention that mashed potatoes are also easy to make? Although I think most people don’t know the few simple secrets to make them perfectly, you can easily master mashed potatoes with just a little bit of attention to detail.

The first step is to start with the right potatoes. I like ones that combine the slightly mealy quality of baking potatoes with the finer texture of waxy boiling potatoes. That usually leads me to the Yukon Gold variety, which also possesses a wonderfully rich, naturally buttery flavor. But you could also use common russet potatoes too.

The next key is to cook the potatoes properly. Use salted water, which helps season them as they simmer to tenderness. And don’t cook the potatoes too long, or they’ll get too watery to give you the consistency you need; in fact, as I explain in the recipe, I even dry them out a bit in a hot pan to eliminate any excess traces of water.

The way you actually mash the potatoes is another key step. I like to use an inexpensive ricer or a food mill, which gives them a uniform, smooth and slightly fluffy texture.

Last but not least, there’s the matter of flavoring the potatoes. One of my favorite ways is to make them into what the French call “pommes aligot.” It’s a traditional preparation from south-central France in which the finely pureed potatoes are generously flavored with garlic and stirred together with warm cream, butter and a rich melting cheese to achieve a consistency that resembles a thick fondue almost as much as it does the mashed potatoes most Americans know and love.

Sure, you can use my secrets for cooking and pureeing to make mashed potatoes any way you might like them (even using low-fat milk instead of the richer ingredients). But please also try

the following recipe, and you’ll discover a new dimension of mashed potatoes that you might never have dreamed was possible.

FRENCH-STYLE POTATO PUREE WITH GARLIC AND CHEESE Serves 4 1 3/4 pounds (875 g) Yukon Gold potatoes or russet potatoes, peeled, cut into halves or quarters depending on size Kosher salt 8 cloves garlic, peeled, 6 or 7 left whole, the remainder finely grated 1/2 cup (125 mL) heavy cream, plus more as needed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into chunks Pinch freshly grated nutmeg 6 ounces (185 g) whole-milk mozzarella cheese or Cantal cheese, coarsely shredded 1/4 cup (60 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese Freshly ground black pepper Put the potatoes and whole garlic cloves in a large saucepan with enough cold water to cover the potatoes. Season with salt. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any froth that rises to the surface.

Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, partially cover the pan, and cook the potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a wooden skewer or a small, sharp knife, 20 to 30 minutes.

Drain the potatoes in a colander. Return them to the same pan over medium heat.

Partially cover and cook, shaking or stirring occasionally, until excess water evaporates and the potatoes look dry, 3 to 4 minutes. Meanwhile, bring the cream to a simmer over medium heat.

Transfer the potatoes to a bowl. Working in batches, rice the potatoes and garlic cloves back into the same pan.

Alternatively, pass them through a food mill; or use a hand-held masher and mash the potatoes and garlic in the pan.

Place the pan over medium heat. A little at a time, stir the hot cream and the butter into the potatoes. Stir in a little nutmeg and the grated garlic to taste.

Still over medium heat, stir in the mozzarella or Cantal in batches, along with the Parmesan, until the puree looks stringy and resembles thick cheese fondue. If needed for a more fluid consistency, stir in a little more cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper. 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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