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Thousands Turn Out For Ocean County St. Patrick’s Parade
By Shawn Smith OCEAN COUNTY – Despite forecasters calling for a chance of rain, the 2016 Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Seaside Heights was all sunshine and smiles on March 12. Thousands of residents (and their pets) celebrated in green as the parade made its way down the Boulevard. After about an hour delay, as organizers waited for traffic to slow from visitors gridlocked coming over the Tunney-Mathis bridge, it was time for police, firefighters and emergency services to blare their horns and sirens to kick off the parade around 1 p.m. The street was lined several people deep in some places, as others watched and waved from homes, hotels, and even the Bamboo Bar. As the trucks and marchers walked down the Boulevard, candy and giveaways were thrown to the crowd, as children of all ages eagerly chased down each lollipop and Tootsie Roll. (Parade - See Page 12)
March 19, 2016
Officials: 911 Issue Wasn’t From Dispatching Switch
By Daniel Nee BARNEGAT – A switch to county dispatching for Barnegat police officers is not to blame for a recent outage of the 911 emergency call system in Barnegat, the township’s mayor said. Rumors began circulating around town that 911 calls were resulting in busy signals, but Mayor John Novak said the issue was traced to Verizon – not the county sheriff’s office, which is performing dispatching services for township police. “It was disheartening to me that four calls placed to 911 resulted in a busy signal,” Novak said, explaining the full nature of the issue at a recent meeting of the township committee. Despite the switch to county dispatching (911 - See Page 12)
–Photos by Shawn Smith The annual Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day parade marched down the center green stripe of Seaside Heights, featuring bands, groups and emergency response vehicles from throughout the county.
“It is very difficult to compare one year’s budget, now, from another year’s budget because we are still experiencing the effects of Superstorm Sandy,” Bartlett said. The county’s tax ratable base is still off about 14 percent due to properties that have yet to be repaired or rebuilt following
By Catherine Galioto A high school football rivalry won’t be stopped by conference realignments. Alumni from the Lacey Lions and Central Regional Golden Eagles plan to strap on their pads and jerseys and give the communities what they’ve been missing – a football game between the two teams. Central Regional will host the alumni game at 6:30 p.m. June 4. Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato said he has volunteered to coach. It’s full contact football with pads, just like those memories spent on the high school football field, the community cheering under Friday night lights.
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Ocean County Budget Drops, But Tax Rate Up Slightly
By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – County government will reduce its budget in 2016, but the tax rate will rise less than a penny if a proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Chosen Freeholders. “This tax rate is still less than the tax rate was 12 years ago,” said Freeholder John C.
Bartlett, who has spent decades shepherding the county’s annual spending plans. The 2016 budget, as proposed, is reduced by about $13 million from 2015, for a total this year of $399.9 million. The reduction, Bartlett said, is due to Superstorm Sandy aid and reimbursements either ending or having been completed.
ALUMNI GAME TO KEEP FOOTBALL RIVALRY ALIVE
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Page 4, The Southern Ocean Times, March 19, 2016 fund, which rose to $43 million over the course of 2015, equaling about 10 Continued From Page 1 percent of the overall budget. The percent of surplus used is a key the storm. Budget Changes In Law Enforcement indicator to allow the county to mainIn 2016, the county government faces tain its AAA bond rating. “If anything can guarantee our triple-A costly new responsibilities, including the obligation to hire five new detec- bond ratings in the future, this is it,” tives at the prosecutor’s office and three said Bartlett. “We grew the surplus on the order of $7 million, which means we new sheriff’s officers. That is primarily because of a state bail don’t have to worry about this as much reform law that guarantees arrestees in the future.” The county will generate about $2 access to a bail determination within 48 hours of their arrest. This necessi- million in revenue this year from new ratables that have tates the hiring of Your Taxes: come on board as additional staff to County Budget the recover y from work full-time on •$399.9 million budget Sa nd y c o nt i nu e s. weekends. •$13 million less than 2015 The county’s overAnother state ob•$0.003 increase in tax rate all tax base inligation, the coun•New rate: 35.3 cents per $100 creased by $2 bilt y’s c ont r ibut ion •Ratables up $2 billion to state-run mental •Budget uses $16.5 million from surplus lion, from $92.5 to $94.5. health institutions, •Budget hearing April 6 Bartlett received rose by 33 percent accolades from his colleagues on the for 2016. “It’s only going to get worse,” said board for his budget presentation. “He has always been king of making Freeholder Jack Kelly, of the money that is being expended on mental health ser- su re we are a f iscally conser vative vices. “As we hear more about keeping c ou nt y,” s a id Fr e e h old e r Vi r g i n i a less people in jail, many of those peo- Haines. “John always does an excellent ple are going to require mental health job.” The Ocean County Board of Chosen services.” Fr e eholde r s i nt ro duce d t he $399.9 Tax Rate And Budget Figures The tax rate will rise three-tenths of million spending package during the one cent, to 35.3 cents per $100 of as- Board’s March 16 public meeting. A public hearing on the budget and sessed real estate value. The county budget will be support- its anticipated adoption is scheduled ed by $16.5 million from the surplus for April 6.
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Players include greats from the teams’ respective histories. Rumored so far: for Lacey, FB/LB Justin Pandorf of 2009 and three of the four Elias brothers William, Greg and Keith; for Central, former 2008 All Shore star RB Sam Pepe and the Hardy brother rushing crew. The decades of games meant a Thanksgiving football battle between the Golden Eagles and Lions. But in recent years the number of teams meeting on Thanksgiving, and with conference realignments, stopped the series. Still organizers said the lack of an annual game hasn’t left the rivalry lacking, instead spurring them to create the June 4 alumni game. The event has a cost to play, and a cost to watch, with the game serving as a fundraiser for the touch down clubs of each school. The event is being organized and promoted by OT Football who will provide all the necessary equipment, field insurance and referees in addition to organizing and promoting the event. The cost to play in the game is just $100 per player. Admission for fans will be $10.
Players can sign up and register to play in the game on OT Football’s website: otfootball.com/lacey-vs-central-2016-registration. Bill Exner, former standout three-year starter DB/WR and class of 2004, is the Lacey organizer. Lacey football alumni interested in playing should join the Facebook Group Lacey Football Alumni Football Game, and contact Exner on Facebook or by phone at 609-548-3561. Central Regional football alumni that are interested in playing should join the Facebook group Charity Alumni Rival Football Game-Central and contact either Billy Spano (2004 graduate and star WR/ DB) or Sam Pepe on Facebook, or call 732-678-7281. Those interested can also contact Central Regional Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides. The game is being sponsored by Latitudes on the River who is hosting the official after party for alumni players, cheerleaders, fans and bands from both schools. The game is also being sponsored by Thompson Healthcare and Sports Medicine with offices in Lacey and Toms River. Additional interested sponsors or questions can be answered by Matt Malleo of OT Football at Matt@otfootball.com or 732-492-3018.
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MANAHAWKIN – The second annual Touch A Truck will be held in Manahawkin Lake Park on April 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be kids’ activities such as a face
painter, a clown, a bouncy house and more. Local craft, food, business and nonprofit vendors will be on site selling their wares. Learn more at staffordchamber.com.
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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 appears
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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 13)
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Spotlight On Government From The Ocean County Freeholders: Freeholders Help Residents Achieve Home Ownership Dream
OCEA N COU N T Y – Ocean County off icials a n t i c i p a t e h e l p i n g 16 additional county families purchase their first homes this year under the Ocean County First-Time Homebuyer program. “I am pleased to announce that in 2016 we will reach our 500th family helpi ng them ma ke their dream of home owne r sh ip a r e a l it y,” s a id Freeholder Vi rgi nia E. “Gi n ny” Hai nes, who serves as liaison to the C o u n t y Pl a n n i n g D e partment, which oversees the program. “More than just bricks and mor tar, a home instills a sense
OCEAN COUNTY – As it enters its 19th boating season, the Ocean County Pumpout Boat program, the largest in the state, continues to provide environmental benefits and some extra eyes for safety on county waterways. “Since the program began in 1997, 65,000 recreational boats have used the free service and more than 1.3 million gallons of ef f lu e nt h ave b e e n d ispose d of prope rly,” said Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to the program. “This program has been ext remely popula r a nd extremely successful and I am happy to announce its continuation into the 2016 boating season.” The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders is ex p e c t e d t o a u t ho r i z e operational agreements for the upcoming boating season during its March 2 meeting. “This program has been a great partnership with the state, our municipalities, the Ocean County Utilities Author it y and the Tuckerton Seaport,” Vicari said.
of pr ide wh ile prov iding security to a family. There is really no place like home.” Ocean County has adm i n i s t e r e d t h e Fi r s t Ti me Homebuye r p ro gram since 1994 and to date 497 families have r e c eive d a s sist a nc e t o purchase a home. “This Board of Freeholders, with its community partners, is helping moms and dads and their ch i ld r e n t a ke t h at big step of purchasing their first home,” Haines said. The Ocean Count y Board of Chosen Freeholders is renewing its cont r a ct w it h O CEA N
I n c., t h e a n t i - p ove r t y agency, to oversee t he program for 2016. It has been the ad minist rator a nd con su lt a nt for t he program since 1997. “T his prog ram also i l l u s t r a t e s t h e i m p o rt a n c e of p a r t n e r s h i p s a mong pu bl ic, p r ivat e and non-profit agencies here in Ocean County,” Hai ne s said. “OCEA N Inc., nine lending instit ut ions, Ocean Cou nt y and the U.S. Department of Hou si ng a nd Urba n D e velo p m e nt h ave a l l joined together in making homeownership a reality. The end result of this program is priceless.”
Un d e r t h e c o n t r a c t , OCEAN Inc. will administer $160,000 in federal home f unds that will be used for dow n payments and closing cost a s s i s t a n c e t ow a r d t h e purchase of a home for 16 low and moderate income families in 2016. “Moving into that first home is such an importa nt a ch ieve me nt for a family,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly. “Even in a difficult economy we wa nt ou r cit izens to be able to obtain the American Dream of home ownership and this p r og r a m h a s p r ov id e d them with the ability to
do so.” In order to apply, an ap pl ica nt mu st h ave a three percent down payment with one and a half percent from their own funds, and meet the foll ow i n g c r i t e r i a : g o o d credit rating, suff icient income to support mortgage payments and their income must not exceed the H U D i ncome li mit set for the Ocean County region. “T h is prog ra m helps f i rst time homeow ners learn the ins and outs of homeownership,” Haines said. “The potential buyers are schooled in budgeting and finances and
all those details needed to be a successful homeowner. There is a ver y valuable educational component t hat comes along with this program.” A t ot al of $ 4.2 m i llion in Home Investment Partnership funding has been allocated to the First-Time Homebuyers program in Ocean Count y si n c e 19 9 4. Ho m e s pu rchased have a tot al real estate value of more t h a n $9 2 m i l l i o n a n d the average home price closed within the last 18 months is $158,000. For more program information, contact OCEAN Inc. at 732-288-2614.
Pumpout Boat Program Enters 19th Year
The costs to operate all t he boat s a re split be tween the county and the Ocean County Utilities Authority. “The $120,000 budget covers the boat captains, fuel, maintenance, insurance and other incident al costs,” Vicar i said. “This allows the service to be prov ided f ree of charge to boaters.” The state Department of Environ mental Protection also provides some funds to offset the operational costs. The six boats were all purchased by Ocean Cou nt y w it h t he cost s being reimbursed through t h e C l e a n Ve s s e l Ac t Grant and the NJ Shoreto -Please license plate program. “I am very pleased to have sponsored the legislation that created the ‘Shore-to-Please’ license plate program which helps provide funding for the pumpout boat program,” said Freeholder Virginia E. “Ginny” Haines, who served in the state Legislature. “I am happy to see these funds resulted in such a successful program
t h at help s t o p r e se r ve Ba r negat Bay a nd ou r environment.” Vicari said the pumpout boat program is essential for a county like Ocean County which relies on tourism for its economic base. “When boaters are una bl e t o u s e t h e m a n y pu mpouts based at the marinas throughout the cou nt y, they should be using the pumpout boats,” he said. “We now operate six pumpout boats that are helping us do our part to keep Barnegat Bay and its tributaries clean. We encourage all of our boaters who are out enjoying the bay and our rivers to use this free service and stop waste water pollut ants from entering our waterways.” Ocean County’s pumpout boats are specially equipped vessels capable of emptying the on-board toilets and tanks of other boats, thus keeping waste f rom enter i ng the bay. The boats cover different areas of the bay throughout Ocean County. The pumpout boats can be accessed by contacting the
captains on VHF Radio Channel 9. “We are home to the greatest number of mar i n a s i n t he st at e. We want people to use our bays and our rivers for r e c r e a t io n a l b o a t i ng ,” Vicari said. “But we also want ever yone to enjoy these wonderful natural habitats responsibly and to be mindful of the environment that needs to be protected and preserved.”
T he Bay Defender, a 23-foot boat with a 420 gallon holding tank and operated by Brick Township was launched in 2014 and joined the Bay Saver i n pat rol l i ng nor t he r n Barnegat Bay. Two other boats operate in central Ba r negat Bay a nd t wo boats pat rol Lit tle Egg H a r b or. T h e C i r cle of Life which is sponsored by Seaside Park was the first pumpout boat in the
state. The boats operate Memor ial Day weekend t h r ou g h O c t ob e r e a ch year, including major holidays like July 4th, and have steadily expanded their operations. For more infor mation on the pumpout boat prog r a m , v i sit t he O c e a n C o u n t y Pl a n n i n g D e p a r t m e n t ’s we b s it e a t planning.co.ocean.nj.us/ coastal.htm.
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Over the course of the most recent year for which there is available data, over 250,000 children under the age of 12 were treated for toy-related eye injuries in emergency rooms across the United States. Of particular concern is the related finding that children’s eye injuries from non-powdered guns (such as BB guns, pellet guns, airsoft guns, and paintball guns) increased by 511 percent over a recent two-year period, when 3,000 children +received treatment for such injuries. The most common injuries sustained by these children were corneal abrasions (scratches on the outer surface of the eye) and “hyphema” (pooling of blood in the front of the eye). The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends against giving projectile-propelling toys to children. Today’s informative column has been brought to you as a public service. At SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A., we are committed to providing you with the best possible eye health care. Patient education and awareness are keys to prevention and early detection of eye health problems. We care about you and your eyes. Please call 732-3495622 to schedule an appointment.
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Project Medicine Drop, Collects More Than 3,000 Lbs.
LACEY – The Lacey Township Police Department’s “Project Medicine Drop” box in the lobby of police headquarters has resulted in the collection and proper disposal of nearly 3,000 pounds of medication since its installation in February 2013. The box provides residents with a method to properly dispose of unwanted medication in a safe and legal manner. In 2013, 723 pounds were disposed; in 2014, 926 pounds were disposed and in 2015, 1,309 pounds were disposed. The success of the program is due to the increasing participation by township residents to responsibly dispose of expired medications. Once dropped in the box, the bulk quantity of medications accumulated is weighed and then transported to one of two designated
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incinerator facilities in either Newark or Rahway. Lacey Township residents may bring their unwanted medication to the lobby of police headquarters 24 hours a day, seven days a week and simply drop the medication into the clearly marked drop box without any other steps necessary. No syringes or liquids may be dropped, as they are not per mitted. The drop box is for medication only. No other unwanted items are permitted in the box. Although residents may be most comfor table empt ying their pills (while in the lobby) into a single, unmarked plastic bag before dropping them into the receptacle, the program allows for the resident to drop the pills in their original container and/or box. The program is anonymous and no re cord w i l l b e m a de of i nd iv idu al identities related to the discarded medication. Residents simply need to enter headquarter, drop the medications in the designated box and leave without checking in with police dispatch. The box is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Meadowedge Park Available
BARNEGAT – Meadowedge Park is operated by the Township of Barnegat. It offers recreational, educational and environmental programs throughout the year. For more information, contact Staci Irwin, assistant recreation director, at 609-698-1281 or sirwin@barnegat.net.
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LACEY – The Lacey Township Recreation Department, in partnership with the Lacey Municipal Police Foundation is sponsoring a Speedball Tournament for Lacey Middle School students on March 24. Check in for the event begins at 6:30 p.m. while the speedball games kick off at 7 p.m. at the Lacey Township Middle School. There will be lots of fun throughout the evening as in addition to the speedball action, there will be music, refreshments and games in the cafeteria as well. Each student who registers for the event will also have a chance to win door prizes and giveaways over the course of the evening. Each participant will get a free t-shirt courtesy of the Lacey Municipal Police Foundation. Each speedball team will have eight players and participants can register as a full team
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Community News Cloverdale Farms To Offer Creative Arts Programs
BARNEGAT – Cloverdale Farms has some creative arts programs coming up. April 2, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. or 1 to 3:30 p.m.: Wine Bottle Wind Chimes – Get the spring time season started right with this simple yet elegant wind chime. Join Lori, from LaMoon Productions, who will teach you how to score, cut, sand and design your wine bottle. All you need to bring to this class is a creative mind and playful spirit. This is an adult only program. $5 registration/$30 payable to the instructor day of class. Program number 126186-2A/B. April 7 to 28, Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m.: Landscape Watercolor – Supply list (approximately $20 expense) will be provided at the
end of first class. Ages 15 years to Adult. $5 registration/$50 payable to the instructor first day of class. Program number 126014-1A. April 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Egg Basket Making – This 4” basket is designed with a flat bottom for cradling fragile eggs safely yet maintains a sophisticated look making it a perfect centerpiece for your dining room table. This class is great for beginners. Ages 10 years to Adult $5 registration/$25 payable to the instructor day of class. Program number 126186-1A. April 16 to 30, Saturdays 9 to 11 a.m.: Beginners Drawing – Ages 12 years to Adult. $5 registration/$50 payable to the instructor first day of class. Program number 126014-1B. May 5 to 26, Thursdays 2 to 4 p.m: Nature
Watercolor – Supply list (approximately $20 expense) will be provided at the end of first class. Ages 15 years to Adult. $5 registration/$50 payable to the instructor first day of class. Program number 126014-1C. May 24, 6 to 10 p.m.: American Flag Wall Basket – The American Flag serves as a symbol of freedom, honor and beauty. During this class, you will create a country basket that can be proudly displayed on your front door or used as a mail basket for Memorial Day or Fourth of July to honor our nation’s heritage. Ages 10 years to Adult. $5 registration/$45 payable to the instructor day of class. Program number 126186-1B. June 4, 10 a.m. to noon or 12:30 p.m. to
2:30 p.m.: Woven Fish – Venture out into new waters to create this simple, whimsical woven fish out of reed. You will be making two fish. Family friendly class, 8 years to adult. $5 Registration/$10 payable to the instructor day of class. If you wish to make any additional fish, there will be a $3 fee each. Program number 126186-1C or 126186-1D. June 7, 7 to 9 p.m.: Woven Fish – Adult class. $5 Registration/$10 payable to the instructor day of class. If you wish to make any additional fish, there will be a $3 fee each. Program number 126186-1E. For more information and how to register, call 609-607-1861 or visit oceancountyparks. org.
Student To Speak About Orphan Train, Kindertransport
MANAHAWKIN – Two historic transports credited with saving thousands of children’s lives in Europe and the United States will be the subject of a presentation by Alison Hesser, a Stockton University student, at the university’s Manahawkin Instructional site on March 24 at noon. The Orphan Train system was utilized by the United States between 1854 and the 1930s to provide a future for orphans in the
New York City area, while the Kindertransport brought children from Nazi-occupied Europe to Great Britain from 1938 and 1940, ultimately saving them from their deaths. Even though the purposes of both systems and the children’s experiences were different, those who participated in either the Orphan Train program or the Kindertransport program experienced many similarities.
Hesser, of Mays Landing, is currently a junior at Stockton, where she is working toward a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies. Her academics are focused on Religion and Holocaust and Genocide Studies. Upon graduating with her bachelor’s degree, Hesser plans to get a master’s degree in leadership from a Christian seminary. Her presentation on “Historic Transports” is free and open to the public. It is
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part of the Lunch and Learn series on the Holocaust and Genocide and will be held at the university’s site, 712 East Bay Ave. Lunch will be provided. To register, call 609-626-3883. The event is sponsored by the Manahawkin Instructional Site, the Holocaust and Genocide Studies program and Stockton University’s anti-genocide organization, S.T.A.N.D.
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last month, there have been no changes to the routing of 911 calls. The county sheriff’s office has answered calls placed to 911 since the 1990s when the system was first launched in Ocean County. In the past, the county would then transfer the call to local dispatchers who worked directly for the Barnegat police department. Now, under a cost-saving measure, the county will handle the full length of all of Barnegat’s calls. According to Novak, a woman in the Pebble Beach section of town was suffering a “medical event” when she attempted to call 911 and received a busy signal. “According to the reports that I received from a concerned citizen, she made three 911 calls and got a busy signal,” Novak said. A neighbor then tried dialing 911 and also got a busy signal, Novak said. Finally, when another neighbor dialed from her cell phone, the call went through. An investigation was launched by Capt. David Schenk of the sheriff’s office, who traced the issue to a Verizon land-
line problem. “In a particular section, Verizon was experiencing network difficulties,” said Novak. “Eventually they straightened them out.” Aside from the busy signal problem – which was not related to the recent switch – the move to county dispatching has “gone well from every aspect,” Novak said. The sheriff’s office is planning to hire three new dispatchers in March to better accommodate the additional activity, Sheriff Michael Mastronardy has said. The sheriff’s office already handled fire and first aid calls for Barnegat before the recent contract between the two government agencies was signed. Barnegat officials decided to contract with the county after negotiations with the union representing the township’s in-house dispatchers failed. Count y dispatching will save taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars, officials said, reducing dispatching costs from about $800,000 in 2015 to $340,000. Barnegat will also save about $300,000 it would have had to bond to purchase new, modern radio equipment that the county already owns.
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TUCKERTON – Pickin’ on the Porch is held from noon until 5 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month at Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W Main St. Concerts feature
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Visitors to the barrier island dressed in green to celebrate, some even going so far as to dye their hair and beards green, while others simply attached mustache stickers. “We love coming out and showing off our
community spirit,” said Berkeley resident Kathy Donahue, who was watching the parade with her family. Ryan, Donahue’s grandson, said he loves seeing the drummers in the parade every year. The parade featured founder John Sweeney, marching bands, local groups and of course plenty of pipes and drums.
–Photo by Shawn Smith The annual Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day parade featured groups from all points in the county, including a line of emergency vehicles featuring big fire trucks and small rescue vehicles. The pipes and drum groups came from throughout the state to participate, and scouts and civic groups marched or hosted floats down the Boulevard.
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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
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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
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A Reminder On Dumping From Waretown WARETOWN – Brush pick up is curbside only on the first and third Thursday of each month. Brush must be cut in four foot sections, four inches in diameter and placed at the curb. Please do not tie. A resident must call to be placed on list for pick up. Call 609-693-3302 ext. 238 or e-mail admin.sec@twpoceannj.gov to do so. Brush is no longer accepted at the lake. Any dumping of brush at the lake will be considered illegal dumping and tickets and fines will be given. Grass is considered garbage and will be picked up by the garbage company at the curb. Do not bring grass to the lake. This will be considered illegal dumping and tickets and fines will be given.
Metal and electronics pick up will take place every second and fourth Thursday. A resident must call to be placed on list for pick up. Call 609-693-3302 ext. 238 or e-mail admin.sec@twpoceannj.gov to be placed on a list. Leaf pick up is listed on the township calendar and on the township website for spring and fall. Residents can bring leaves only to the leaf bin. The leaf bin is for residents only. No commercial businesses are allowed to deposit leaves in the bin. For more information, contact the Ocean Township Department of Public Works at 609-693-3302 ext. 238 or e-mail admin.sec@twpoceannj.gov.
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to have adverse effects on hearing, but the impairment often goes away after discontinued use. Smoking Because of the impact and high profile of major diseases caused by smoking, potential hearing damage as a side effect of smoking often flies under the radar. But nicotine is a vasoconstrictor that causes blood vessels to shrink slightly, restricting blood flow to the inner ear and preventing oxygen from reaching it. Over a lifetime, this “suffocates” the ear. Public Transportation The squeal and grind of light rails, trains and even buses coming to a stop have the potential to cause hearing damage to daily riders of public transportation because they’re constantly exposed to noise. Rough or curved tracks prevent smooth rides, leading to more noise. And those who are waiting for their bus or train are exposed to potential traffic on a busy street which can sometimes reach levels of 100 dB or more. Attending Sporting Events Due in part to the nature of sporting events, watching athletes perform-the danger of noise is often forgotten. Many stadiums still manifest crown noise dangerous enough to damage hearing. Seattle’s CenturyLink Field last year posted a decibel record of 137.6 enough to cause permanent damage in 30 seconds. Noise levels of 115 dBs or more-about the equivalent of a concert, are not uncommon but are safe to experience for only 15 minutes.
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5k Run/Walk To Care For The Coast OCEAN COUNTY – Get ready to tie on your running shoes and lobster bibs for The First Annual Lobster Run/Walk 5k to Care for the Coast in Asbury Park. The American Littoral Society will partner with Langosta Lounge and Shifting Sands for an event. The event will start April 23 at 4 p.m. on the Asbury Park boardwalk outside the Langosta Lounge. Packet pick-up begins at 2:30 p.m. The run/walk will be followed by an optional after-party with food and drink provided by the Langosta Lounge. The first 500 registrants have the option to include a lobster feast with race registration. A light bites menu is available for all others. The course is suitable for all ages and will take participants through Asbury Park and into Ocean Grove. Participate on your own or form a team with friends, co-workers or family members. The event will be held rain or shine and
include live race results and awards for the top three male and female finishers and age-group winners. Pre-registered runners and walkers will receive an event t-shirt. Online registration is available at RaceForum.com/Lobster. Register before April 16 to get discount, the price will increase on April 17. Start and finish are at the Langosta Lounge, 1000 Ocean Avenue. Parking available across the street and plenty of parking in public lots. Event is rain or shine. For questions about the event, contact Doug Rice at 732-915-9139 or drice@ raceforum.com. The American Littoral Society and Shifting Sands are co-beneficiaries of the proceeds from the event. For more information about the American Littoral Society or to become a member, visit littoralsociety.org or call 732-2910055.
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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-
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Darder (oil paintings), Barbara DeBaylo (photography), Tom Pickle (watercolor paintings) and Pam Pontrelli (pastel drawings). Two artists will display work in the showcase at the entrance: June Kroop (jewelry) and Denise Quinn-Hesse (jewelry and book arts). All the residents are residents of Four Seasons Harbor Bay in Little Egg Harbor. Contact Barbara DeBaylo at debaylob@ aol.com or 609-294-5101.
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MANAHAWKIN – The Manahawkin Elks will host its Annual Easter Egg hunt on March 20 at noon. Community families with small children are welcome to attend.
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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. (12)
Help Wanted Do You Like To Talk On The Phone? - We have immediate openings in our Brick office. Call for interview 732-637-9982. (14) P/T Driving Instructor Wanted – 10 years driving experience. Clean license, will train. Call 732920-8830 for info. (14) Experienced Landscaper – With experience driving a truck with small trailer for small, busy landscape company in Brick. Good pay. 732-678-7584. (15) 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)
Help Wanted Driver Per Diem - Bartley Healthcare an LTC in Ocean County seeks a driver who possesses a CDL License with clean MVR. Must be available on Sundays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and fill in during week as needed. Fax resume to 732-370-8589, email: dgural@bartleyhealthcare.com or apply in person: 175 Bartley Rd., Jackson. Equal Opportunity Employer. (15) Teacher Assistant Pre-school – PT. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (13) 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!. Part time 11 to 7 four days a week and per diem. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Looking For A Diesel Mechanic – To help fix front end loader. Ask for Ron 732-766-6546. (13) Teacher Ass’t – PT. 7 to 9 a.m. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (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) 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) 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)
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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)
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Infants/Caregiver – PT. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (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. (13) HVAC Services Needed - Experience necessary - 5 year min. Great work enviroment. Company vehicle. Year round/paid holidays. Call 732-3491448 or fax resume 732-349-6448 (15)
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)
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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) Handyman - Home repairs, painting, powerwashing, yard work, quality work at low prices. No job too small. Veteran Discounts. Bob 732-606-6750. (16) Gardener Experienced - Setup, maintain gardens, borders. Seasonal planting, design, EZ care container gardens. Affordable. Free garden check-ups. Joe 732-232-8144 (17) Caregiver - Looking for position. Part time or full time. Please contact Liza 917-589-0057. (11)
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Dear Joel 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.
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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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Murray Grove Retreat To Host Concert
LANOKA HARBOR – On March 20, the Murray Grove Retreat and Renewal Center, located at 431 N. Main St., will host the musical talents of Joe Harvard “The One Banned Man” at 6 p.m. and The Bosom Band at 7 p.m. The music is New Orleans style jazzy blues with a bit of funk/rock. The doors will open at 5 p.m.
Admission is $10 and includes food, coffee and tea. There is an optional bed and breakfast package available through R.S.V.P. only for $45, which includes the show and food that night as well as breakfast and overnight accommodations. Bring an appetizer or dessert to share. There will also be a raff le basket.
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Ocean County Library Seeks Student Film Submissions
OCEAN COUNTY – Roll out the red carpet and break out the popcorn, the 10th annual Ocean County Library Student Film Festival is approaching and submissions are needed. The Ocean County Library is looking for the next Stephen Spielberg and Quentin Tarantino. Entries by high school filmmakers are now being accepted for a chance to see their film viewed on the big screen on April 23. The submission deadline is March 25. There is no entry fee. Submissions are being accepted in the following categories: Animation: an illustrated or computer-animated film featuring a story or a plot. The visual technique provides the illusion of motion by displaying a collection of images in sequence. Limit three minutes. Commercial: an advertisement for a company, local business or product. The object is to create an interest in the promotion of the advertisement and should be targeted to the public. Limit 90 seconds. Documentary: primarily for the purpose of education, instruction or historical record, documentaries cover a broad category of subjects intended to highlight some aspect of reality surrounding an issue, topic or person of importance. The film should add value and promote discussion by bringing in new informa-
tion, identifying unrecognized problems, providing or suggesting new solutions or offering a unique perspective. Limit five minutes. Exper imental: the f ilm should be characterized by abstract or avant-garde techniques, a poetic approach to a film’s construction or the absence of a linear narrative. Limit five minutes. Music Video: a film integrating a song and imagery created for artistic purposes. The film should represent the artist’s original work and emphasize the relationship between audio and video. Limit five minutes. News Coverage: a segment that brings attention to an important issue ranging from local to global. Limit three minutes. OCL Promo - 10 Things I Love About My Library: create a piece that features “Ten things you love about your library.” The theme is based on the 10 year anniversary of the Ocean County Library Student Film Fest. Limit two minutes. (PSA) Public Service Announcement: create a message, with the objective of raising awareness or changing public attitudes and behavior towards a social issue. Limit two minutes. School Coverage: an informational segment about something happening at your school, such as academics, a sporting event, a play, etc. Limit three minutes. Short Film: it should be an original
film that emphasizes a story. It should include character development, conflict and resolution with creative storylines that strive to keep the viewer engaged for the full length of the film. Subcategories include, but are not limited to, action, adventure, comedy, drama and horror. Limit five minutes. Silent Film: a film that contains no synchronized soundtrack and no spoken dialogue. It should emphasize a story. It should include character development, conf lict and resolution with creative storylines that strive to keep the viewer engaged for the full length of the film. Subcategories include but are not limited to action, adventure, comedy, drama and horror. Limit five minutes. Stop Motion / Claymation: Limit three minutes. The film festival will take place at the Toms River branch, 101 Washington St., and features a red carpet, awards ceremony and refreshments. The event is being sponsored by the Kiwanis Clubs of Ocean County, Toms River Rotary Club, the Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission and the Ocean County Library. Ent r y requirements, FAQs and an application can be found on the Ocean County Library website theoceancountylibrary.org/filmfest and at all 21 library locations.
Ocean County Republican Organization Meeting
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Republican Organization County Council Meeting and Nominating Convention will be held on March 30 at The TR Hotel (former Holiday Inn), 290 Route 37, Toms River. Doors will open and registration will start at 5:30 p.m., and the meeting will start promptly at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Guests are welcome to attend, however only eligible members of the County Council will be able to take part in the voting process.
Senior Health And Wellness Fair
BARNEGAT – The Ocean County Department of Senior Services is holding a Senior Health and Wellness Fair on March 30. The fair will be held at Barnegat High School, 600 Bengal Blvd. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be 45 vendors in attendance. For more information or to become a vendor at the event, call 609-548-6319 or email jbroadbent@barnegat.net.
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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. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Turn on the study lamp. The more you read, watch and absorb the more inspired you will be to correct your deficiencies. As this week unfolds you will be able to develop a better sense of what you really want from life. (c) 2016 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.
Church To Hold Indoor Flea Market
FORKED RIVER – The Forked River Presbyterian Church, located at 131 North Main Street (Route 9), is sponsoring an indoor Flea Market on April 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rent a table for $15 and sell your merchandise or rent two tables for $25. You keep all the profits. The church will provide: six foot tables, publicity through-
out the area, town permits and parking. Refreshments and lunch will be available for purchase. A home baked dessert table will be featured. Call the church office at 609-693-5624 weekdays between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. for additional information or a registration form. Space is limited so register early.
Pickleball Registration Open
BARNEGAT – The Barnegat/Waretown Recreation Pickleball registration is open. You must be registered for this activity. Pickleball will be held on Thursdays from April 4 to June 2, 6 to 9 p.m. at the Russell O. Brackman Middle School. You must bring your own paddle. Cost: $27 for nine weeks.
Visit t wpoceannj.gov/recreat ion/ pickelball.pdf for the registration form. Send the completed form and a check made payable to Barnegat Township to Barnegat Township, 900 W. Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005. For more information, call Jean Broadbent at 609-548-6319 or email jbroadbent@barnegat.net.
Manahawkin Elks Fish Fry
MANAHAWKIN – A Good Friday Fish Fry will be held 4 to 8 p.m. March 25, with the Manahawkin Elks as hosts. Prices include: fresh scallops or fish dinner $12; combo fish and scallop dinner $15; dinners served with fries and coleslaw. Take out is available.
All proceeds benefit Elks Camp Moore. For information call the Manahawkin Elks Lodge at 609-597-1107. Elks Lodge is located at 520 Hilliard Blvd. The Elks wish to thank staff of Viking Village and the crew of The Miss Manya for their support.
Public Works Yard Hours
TUCKERTON – Tuckerton Public Works yard is open Monday through Saturday for the winter. They will reopen on Sundays again in April. The guidelines for recycling, to ensure pick-up, are available at tuckertonborough.com.
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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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