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The State Of The Bay

By Judy Smestad-Nunn OCEAN COUNTY – The state of the Barnegat Bay remains one of nitrogen fertilizer, nuisance species and depleted shellfish, but experts shared some positive changes alongside the grave discoveries announced in a special conference hosted by the Barnegat Bay Partnership.

Among the biggest problems facing the bay is eutrophication from the high nutrient load of fertilizer runoff, with the 2016 State of the Bay report and conference revealing those levels were higher than previous thought.

The last State of the Bay report was completed 2011. The 2016 study shows that fertilizer runoff from lawns and other turf landscapes like parks and athletic fields is a significant and increasing source of the bay’s total nutrient load.

“Our understanding of its causal factors have improved substantially,” said Barnegat Bay Partnership Director Dr. Stan Hales. “As a result of new science...not

–Photos by Berkeley Times Background, Barnegat Bay marine traffic off Berkeley Shores. Clockwise from top right, Barnegat Bay Partnership Director Dr. Stan Hales. The bayfront near Butler Beach. Berkeley Island County Park closed after Superstorm Sandy.

Allen Road Beach view of the bay.

By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – As Ocean County officials review facilities across its 33 municipalities, the freeholders are becoming more interested in expanding the county Vocational-Technical school district.

Economic development has evolved into a primary focus for the Ocean County freeholder board, with more funding being dedicated to tourism and other industries which employ local residents, and elected officials want to see the county school district become a more integral part of that plan.

“The schools get a significant amount of

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state money, and I don’t want to lose that money,” said Freeholder Joseph Vicari, who floated the idea of expanding the district at a recent work meeting of the freeholder board.

In the coming months, county officials will meet to discuss long term plans for county facilities – ranging from the schools, to the county airport, to projects at the court house and elsewhere – with an eye toward strategic planning, officials said.

“We have to prioritize projects – when will new Vo-Tech schools be built?” said Freeholder Director Jack Kelly. “We need (District - See Page 20)

Funny In 90 Seconds

By Jennifer Peacock WHITING – Before she even asked if Julia Scotti wanted a table or booth, the waitress at Heritage Restaurant in Whiting told Scotti she killed it.

“You were hysterical,” she said. “I don’t watch that show, but I turned it on because you were on there.”

Scotti settled at a table in the quiet section, where 60s ballads were blasting overhead.

While waiting for her grilled chicken Caesar salad and wheat toast, another patron leaving stopped by the table, touched Scotti’s shoulder and wished her luck.

“Oh, wow,” Scotti said.

Scotti, who lives in Manchester, appeared on the June 21 episode of America’s Got Talent, hosted by Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Mel B and Howie Mandel. She had 90 seconds—not including waiting for the laughter to die down—to impress the judges and pass the audition.

She mentions that her Twitter feed went from 600 followers to more than 3,000 almost overnight, and her Facebook feed is clogged with well wishes. She wants to answer each person, but even her agent said she can’t possibly do that. Scotti wishes she could.

But she is hardly an overnight success. A jazz drummer turned stand-up comedian, Scotti worked the clubs with names you know: Piscopo. Murphy. Seinfeld.

“I always wanted to do stand-up. In 1980, I

included in previous studies, we know that the bay’s total nutrient loadings are significantly higher than heretofore recognized.”

The State of the Bay 2016 Conference, held at the Gateway Building of Ocean County College on June 15, featured a who’s who of Barnegat Bay experts. Private sector and government scientists, academics, engineers and others held panel discussions during the event that was hosted by the Barnegat Bay Partnership (BBP, formerly the Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program).

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Fourth Of July Celebrations In Ocean County

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July 3: The Lakewood BlueClaws is promising the largest fireworks in its history (Celebrations - See Page 5)

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The conference was held in conjunction with the release of its State of the Bay Report 2016, an evaluation of the current environmental conditions of the bay and its watershed.

The current conditions were compared to those from the last report, State of the Bay Report 2011, which enables the experts for the first time to determine trends of specific and measurable characteristics of the bay.

Hales said the Bay ecosystem “weathered a historic cataclysm” between the 2011 and the 2016 State of the Bay reports in the form of Superstorm Sandy, which was “almost unprecedented in its impacts to the bay and the human population along the Jersey Shore.”

The experts agree that the biggest problem facing Barnegat Bay is eutrophication due to high nutrient loading from what Hale called a “smoking gun” from a USGS/ Rutgers study.

The experts also agree that climate change and sea level rise could change the ecosystem in ways that are unknown and have yet to be addressed.

Eutrophication is not the only problem facing the bay: Peter Brant, EPA Region 2 Public Affairs Director for Estuaries and Lakes said that if citizens are not vigilant, an estimated one pound of plastic for every three pounds of fish would enter the waterways in the next decade.

Nearly all of the Barnegat Bay watershed is located in Ocean County except for the por-

tion of southern Monmouth County within the Metedeconk River subwatershed, which discharges into the Barnegat Bay. According to panelist and Brick Township engineer Elissa Commins, 121,000 acres, or about one-third of the watershed has been altered by humans in the form of development in the watershed, which is having a detrimental effect on the bay.

Despite the percent of developed land increasing to a total 30 percent, preservation of land has also occurred: the good news, is some 11,000 watershed acres have been protected over the past five years, she said.

At this point, Commins said that 95 to 98 percent of Brick Township is built out with very little land left for acquisition or development.

The Brick Township Engineer said the need is to further educate people on their use of fertilizer and the impact of development, and warned of “over-regulation.”

“We have to think about educating people; in general people don’t like to be over-regulated on things like fertilizer usage, and most community leaders don’t want to over-regulate the residents,” she said.

The best way to change human behavior is by educating individuals about the longterm effects of how their actions in their own backyards directly impact the bay, she said.

Changes Over Time While Ocean County was being developed in the 1950s, “things weren’t done the best way and there were practices you can’t do anymore,” such as digging up marshland to create lagoons, said panel moderator

Mark Mauriello, President of Edgewood Properties.

“Climate change is happening, it’s real – let’s not pretend it won’t get worse in the future. It’s difficult to manage areas that have been developed for 150 years like Ortley Beach and other vulnerable areas,” Mauriello said. “With sea level rise what should we be looking at? Things will happen in a catastrophic manner.”

Commins said that municipalities can’t raise every road and all the infrastructure.

“We don’t know how fast or how high the sea level rise will happen,” she said.

Supervising Planner from Monmouth County Linda Brennan said that long-term, sustainable planning is key.

“Certain communities will have to retreat...and we have to make sure the re-use of those properties is done in consistence with what we know will happen with sea level rise,” she said.

Mauriello said he also believes that some communities will have to be vacated. “We don’t like to talk about retreat but it will be a fact of life,” he said.

Stormwater Authority?

President of Save Barnegat Bay Willie DeCamp asked panelist Dave McKeon, planning director for Ocean County, if he would support a countywide stormwater authority, or empower the Ocean County Utility Authority to become a stormwater authority.

McKeon said if that were set up there would have to be a funding source which would have to come through taxation.

“If we collect money from people, they

want to see their money going in the right place. The next report is in five years from now. Let’s reevaluate where the money would go,” he said.

He said his main concern is that the money be targeted effectively. “We don’t just want people riding around in trucks,” McKeon said. “It’s a complicated subject. The future may lead in that direction,” he said.

Species Change Eutrophication has resulted in a change of species assemblages in the bay, said Dr. Ryan Rebozo, Director of Conservation Science, Pinelands Preservation Alliance.

There has been a change in species from native to non-native from worms and gastropods to shellfish, fish and eelgrass.

According to Dr. Paul Bologna, Associate Professor of Biology at Montclair University, a decline in seagrass is a global issue.

Dr. Ken Able Director of Rutgers University Marine Field Station said that 150 years ago oysters were the dominant species in Barnegat Bay while today there are very few.

“They filter water and create a unique habitat,” Able said. “Now we have five to 10 years of data, and we can see that over 150 years the bay has changed radically.”

“What happens when the Oyster Creek Nuclear Plant goes offline?” Bologna asked.

“An enormous population has been sucked through the plant for years. Will species expand? It’s all unknown,” he said. “It’s a big area, we don’t know and we can’t predict.”

Barnegat Bay Policy Going forward, it is important to keep politics out of public policy decisions, said (Bay - See Page 5)

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moderator Alan Steinberg, former EPA Region 2 Administer.

There are three components to policy making, he said: the law, which determines what you can and cannot do; how the policy impacts economic development; and

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after the July 3 game, which starts at 7:05 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit blueclaws.com.

July 3, Lacey Township will have a fireworks display at the Lacey Township High School. The fireworks will begin at dusk.

July 3, The Lavallette Independence Day Extravaganza Fireworks and Concert will be held at the gazebo starting at 8 p.m. on July 3. Fireworks go off at 9 p.m. The rain date is July 10. Visit lavallette.org for more information.

July 3, Lakehurst will have a fireworks display at Lake Horicon from 9 to 10 p.m.

July 3, Lakewood’s Independence Day Celebration will have fireworks at 9:15 p.m. on July 3 over Lake Carasaljo. For more information, visit lakewoodnj.gov.

July 3, Lakehurst will host fireworks at dusk on Lake Horicon on July 3. Visit lakehurstnj.org for more information.

how the policy impacts public opinion and interest groups.

He said that the solution is a broad coalition between political, academic, scientific and grassroots citizens’ groups.

“Climate change is a problem for policy makers because the attitude is, any effective policy change has to be global. Greenhouse gases are diffused throughout the world so

they say, ‘Why should we if China isn’t?’” said Steinberg.

Professor Christina Cavaliere from Stockton University said the US is in a position to be a leader.

“We have that responsibility; the impact of not doing something is too great,” she said.

“I agree with that; it’s a challenge,” said Steinberg.

At the end of the conference, Dr. Hale said the time is right to address the problems facing Barnegat Bay. “We talk about our vision of what the coastal waterway should be...we need to think about what we want and how to get there,” he said.

To view the 79-page State of the Bay Report 2016, visit bbp.ocean.edu.

July 4, South Toms River is having an Independence Day Celebration with activities for kids at Mathis Veterans Memorial Park from 9 to 11 a.m.

July 4, Seaside Park is hosting a bike parade from 9 to 11 a.m. starting at 5th Street Pier.

July 4, Plumsted Township will have parade beginning at 10 a.m.

July 4, Tuckerton will have a parade starting at 10 a.m. from the Tuckerton Elementary.

July 4, Ocean Gate will have a parade beginning at 10 a.m. on Ocean Gate Avenue. The parade will end at Wildwood Avenue, where there will be games and entertainment for kids.

July 4, Lakehurst will have an Independence Day Celebration, starting with a parade down Union Avenue at 11 a.m.

The rain date for the fireworks display is July 9.

July 4, Mantoloking will have a parade on Downer Avenue starting at noon.

July 4, Barnegat Light will have a parade at 6:30 p.m. that starts at West 11th Street.

The Liberty band concert will follow the parade at the bay dock area between 7th Street and Bayview Avenue.

July 4, Barnegat Township is holding a free dock concert and fireworks display on July 4. The band, ReUnited, will play 50s and 60s style music beginning at 7 p.m. More information can be found at barnegat.net.

July 4, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach will host a fireworks show at dark on July 4. Visit jenkinsons.com for more information.

July 4, Beach Haven will have fireworks at dusk on July 4 at Bay Village. Visit bayvillagelbi.com for more information.

July 4, the annual fireworks over the Toms River will take place with Beachwood will have a fireworks display at the Beachwood beach along the riverfront beginning at 9 p.m. Fireworks can be seen from Toms River, Beachwood, South

Toms River and elsewhere.

July 4, Pine Beach will have a parade and field games to celebrate Pine Beach Yacht Club’s 100th Anniversary with the theme “Sails in the Wind.” The parade starts at 9 a.m. in front of the firehouse on Prospect Avenue and ends up at Vista Park. There will be foot races, ladies balloon blowing, men’s tug of war and sack races during the morning’s activities.

July 4, Seaside Heights will have a fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. on the oceanfront. These fireworks will be viewable off the boardwalk.

July 4, Tuckerton’s celebration starts with a parade at 10 a.m. on July 4 at Tuckerton Elementary School. Evening events will be at Tuckerton Seaport. Fireworks will go off at dusk at Tip Seaman Park. Visit tuckertonborough.com for more information.

July 9, Plumsted Township will have fireworks at the New Egypt High School beginning at dusk.

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Editorial Celebrate Your Freedom This week Americans celebrate a holiday rooted not in seasonal tradition, not in religious ceremony, and not in recognition of persons or groups. This week Americans celebrate a day, an event, a happening that speaks to the core of what it means to be American. This week America celebrates its independence.

Before the Internet connected people across a globe; before aircraft made Earth’s expanse but a short journey by air; before the telephone provided a means to communicate over vast distances; before all of this there was the British Empire.

We were part of it. Then 13 loosely affiliated colonies, America was little more than a figurative island under the rule of King George III. But even then Americans were not a people content to live under the thumb of another, sitting idly by while decisions were made for them.

So it was that on July 4, 1776, after years of ever-mounting opposition to the King’s rule, America declared its independence.

More than any one thing, of greater import than any single ideal, was the belief that people should be free to dictate the direction of their

lives. This lies at the root of America’s founding.

“Governments are instituted among Men deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed,” the Founding Fathers wrote in our nation’s Declaration of Independence. “Whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.”

These principles are what we celebrate on July 4. Most of America’s citizens are descended from ancestors who arrived long after America told the world it was a nation that would be free, yet with each new wave of immigrants that spirit lives on. The notion of liberty, of freedom, of opportunity, of having power over one’s own life, these are the ideals that still draw people to America. These are the ideals Independence Day best represents.

Remember this as you watch the fireworks. Remember this and celebrate your freedom.

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Letters To The Editor We Need Real Action The Barnegat Bay Report that just came out is another alarm bell going off of the failure of the Christie Administration to take action on Barnegat Bay. The Barnegat Bay is enjoyed by thousands of people for recreation and tourism. It is actually one of the most endangered bays in the nation because it has experienced decades of nonpoint source pollution. However, what the report did not mention is what really needs to be done to protect the bay and clean it up.

The threats to the Barnegat Bay are immediate, and the failure to deal with land use has actually made it worse.

In the last 30 years, urban land use cover has increased from 22 to 32 percent. Once that percentage reached over 30 percent in the watershed it caused irreparable damage.

This shows the Governor’s 10-point plan was pointless because it didn’t address land use. The bay will never go back to its pristine state, but we still need to do things that can clean it up.

What the report doesn’t mention is that the town of Lakewood alone went from a population of 60,000 to over 100,000 in the past 15 years.

This could easily double to 225,000 in 2030.

The partnership says indicators such as nutrient loading from pollution are below average and are actually trending upward over the past two decades. This is not a surprise because the Christie Administration bottled up a 2013 report that showed we needed action to save the Bay, but the administration has failed to listen.

Bay beaches have contin-

ued to close and fail tests for bacteria, which has put public health at risk. However, the Barnegat Bay Partnership says closures have actually decreased. Less bacteria is only a factor of weather.

Last summer, we had a mild summer without a lot of rain, which leads to less stormwater entering the waterways.

Only 75 percent of shellfish have been approved conditionally to eat, but harvest has been down 80 percent because most of the shellfish beds are lost. What the report doesn’t even mention the impact of Oyster Creek and the governor’s failure to require cooling towers. This has continued the plant’s 45-year legacy of discharging millions of gallons of super-heated water into the Bay and killing thousands of fish each year.

The report also notes that the percentage of base flow has significantly declined in the northern streams, which is a result from over-pumping.

We are also losing hundreds of freshwater and Bayshore wetlands that help filter nonpoint source pollution.

Instead of strengthening protections for the Barnegat Bay, the governor is actually waiving environmental and rolling back regulations.

The changes being made to the Coastal Areas Facilities Review Act (CAFRA) will actually increase land use cover and allow parts of the bay to be paved over.

The Administration has also weakened the Flood Hazard and Water Quality Planning Rules, which will increase development in environmentally sensitive areas and add 18,000 acres of additional sewer service areas. This will allow about 400,000 more people to live in the Barnegat Bay Watershed.

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What we really need to help the bay is to actually enforce existing legislation to deal with land use, stormwater, impervious cover, as well as set limits on pollution. If we allow the bay to continue to die, we not only lose environmentally, but we will lose over $4 billion per year in tourism. We need policies and actions that will protect the bay now, not more photo-ops.

We may have to wait for the next governor to put in any real plans to save the bay.

Jeff Tittel Director of the New Jersey Sierra Club

Our Next President Here is an outline of what the country needs in our next president: We need a president who is honest with himself and the country, is caring and listens to the people the best he can.

We need a president who is bright, but doesn’t speak over the people’s heads; is tough, but fair. We need a president who understands the job, as well as the two-party system and how it works, so that he or she can do the job properly.

We need a president who understands all people, knows the meaning of compromise and is serious, but has a sense of humor. We need a commander-in-chief that has served time in the armed forces; a president of all the people, regardless of their party and doesn’t let personal ego get in the way of the job. We need a president that knows the importance of our allies and a show respect to them, and also knows the meaning of the Constitution, not how to work around it.

These are just a few things that the next president should possess. The question is, is there such a man or woman and do they want the job?

Herb Greenberg, Jr. Brick

Christie’s Funding Failures Gov. Chris Christie’s school funding proposal is a transparent attempt to deflect

attention from the abject failure of his education policies.

Having never once funded the state’s existing formula, he has no basis for assessing its effectiveness. New Jersey has a progressive school funding formula that acknowledges the need to invest the most resources in students who have the greatest needs. Christie has made a mockery of that formula and the values it represents since he took office.

Christie’s failure to fund that formula even once during his administration has done the most damage to students who are the most vulnerable.

His choice to favor charter schools has further disadvantaged the vast majority of students who attend district schools. The negative effect on students has been greatest in communities where charters have proliferated most widely, including many districts that would be devastated by the changes he is proposing. It is a blatant attempt to pit New Jersey residents against one another on an issue where we ought to be most united: ensuring a better future for all New Jersey children.

Christie’s proposal would result in a huge step backward to the days when poor families in economically challenged communities were left to fend for themselves. By sending equal dollar amounts per pupil to each district, regardless of need, his plan would subsidize those who have the most at the expense of those who have the least.

That is the opposite of fair; it’s despicable.

Under Christie’s administration, we’ve witnessed terrible neglect of communities struggling with poverty.

Childhood poverty has grown worse under the policies his administration has imposed.

It takes commitment, hard work and intensive investment to overcome the challenges that poverty creates for families and for children.

We will continue to do that work, even as Christie attempts to use his remaining time in office to drive New Jersey backward.

Wendell Steinhauer NJEA President

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

What’s Happening In Berkeley Township - By Berkeley Mayor Carmen F. Amato, Jr.

Mayor Encouraged By “Fairness Formula”

BER K ELEY – Mayor Carmen F. Amato, Jr., was encouraged by Governor Christie’s “Fairness Formula,” which would provide equal school funding for all.

Under this plan, each public school district receives

NEW JERSEY – A round of federal funding should help the back bays of New Jersey, in areas such as Barnegat Bay where communities are threatened by repeated floods. U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker highlighted $10,954,000 in funding within the FY2017 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Act appropriations bill, which passed the Senate recently.

“Too many New Jersey families know firsthand the painful impacts of se-

$6,599 per enrolled student.

This figure was arrived at by taking the $9.1 billion spent by the state and dividing it among every K-12 student in New Jersey.

“We have been working closely with our 9th

District Legislators, especially Senator Christopher Connors, advocating for a new School Funding Formula that is more favorable to Berkeley. The current school funding formula severely short-changes ru-

ral and suburban school districts like ours. I am encouraged by the governor’s announcement; it recognizes the shortcomings of the current formula and the need to provide a more fairer funding formula that

treats all districts the same,” Mayor Amato said.

“Under the basics of this plan, both districts combined would see an increase of twenty million dollars in aid. Twenty million dollars in additional property tax

Bill Provides Funding To Help Back Bays

vere flooding and the toll it takes on entire communities,” said Sen. Menendez. “Whether it be Sandy, Irene, Floyd or the seasonal Nor’easter, our state is routinely in the path of severe storms that can destroy neighborhoods and wreak havoc on people’s lives.

This funding is vital to moving these communities closer to a long term flood mitigation solution that will protect residents and property. I am pleased that these important projects were prioritized in the President’s

FY17 Budget request and funded through the Energy and Water Appropriations bill.”

“For years, far too many communities across our state have been forced to endure the devastating impacts of f looding,” said Sen. Booker. “New Jersey families deserve to have the peace of mind that they are out of harm’s way and don’t have to live in constant fear of the next storm.

These federally f unded projects make an important investment in the safety and

well-being of New Jerseyans by helping to mitigate the impact of flooding and making us more resilient in the face of future storms.”

The $37.5 billion funding bill provides $6 billion for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers civil works programs that fall under f lood and storm damage reduction, navigation and ecosystem restoration activities, including the following critical Army Corps projects in New Jersey: New Jersey back bays, $575,000.

The funding will be used

to study the effects of tidal f looding in the bays and estuaries along the Jersey Shore impacted by Superstorm Sandy and other major coastal storms. The shorelines of most of the back bays are low elevation, developed with residential and commercial infrastructure and subject to tidal flooding during storms and exacerbated by historic sea level rise that will only increase the magnitude and frequency of the problem.

The study will evaluate flood reduction measures

Carmen F. Amato, Jr. relief would be welcomed,” Mayor Amato said.

in the densely populated portions of New Jersey back bays and mainland coastline areas bordering the bays and tidal tributaries, including private residences, commercial businesses, schools, infrastructure, roads and evacuation routes for coastal emergencies. Potential solutions will involve making the at-risk areas more resilient to eliminate coastal storm damages and will take into account future environmental changes from climate change and sea level rise.

Freeholders Again Push For Refunds In Comcast-YES Feud OCEAN COUNTY – With the major league baseball season nearly half over and still no progress being made to return Yankees games and the YES Network to Comcast, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders is again calling on the cable company to issue refunds in return for keeping the channel black.

“This has gone on long enough. Comcast needs to credit each customer’s bill for the lack of the YES Network,” said Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari. “Subscribers are still paying Comcast for the channel, but getting nothing in return.”

Vicari, who is also liaison to the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs, pointed to published reports

saying the YES Network charges Comcast $5.36 per month per subscriber to carry the channel.

“By not paying the fee, Comcast is saving more than $4.8 million per month, or more than $33. 6 million since they took the channel off the air last November.

That money needs to be returned to subscribers,” Vicari said.

Freeholder Gerry P. Little agreed, saying sports fans are caught in the stalemate between the two corporations.

“Comcast is pocketing this money. They are charging for a service that they are not providing,” Vicari said.

Freeholder Virginia E. Haines said not only have Yankees fans had to suffer through half a season without

watching their favorite team, but they are paying for the privilege of not seeing the games.

“Either reach an agreement with the YES Network or credit customers for the months already lost,” Haines said.

The Freeholders penned another letter to the state Board of Public Utilities asking the board to take any action it can to either resolve the dispute or require Comcast to issue customer credits.

“Our sports fans in Ocean County have spoken loud and clear, they want the YES Network, they want Yankees games,” the Freeholders said in the letter. “If the games aren’t broadcasted, we demand Comcast issue a credit to each and every one of its

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Little said he’s heard even more complaints since the summer tourism season began and New York residents have come to their vacation homes and realized they can’t watch the games.

“Watching sports is a quality of life issue,” Little said.

“Both our full-time residents and our seasonal visitors want to see the games.”

This is not the first time the Freeholders have demanded that Comcast and the YES Network settle their differences.

The Freeholders called for the two sides to settle their differences back in the first

days of spring training. They also made an early plea to the BPU to intervene and passed a formal resolution in April calling on both sides to reach an agreement.

The resolution also asked that Comcast issue a customer refund for the loss the of the sports channel.

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Mayor: Signs On Utility Poles Are Hazardous

BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen Amato would like residents to be aware that if they are planning to use a sign to publicize any activity, they post it on a stake, not on a utility pole.

Nails, staples or other fasteners used to attach signs to poles can be hazardous to JCP&L workers who must climb those poles to repair or maintain equipment. In addition,

state law prohibits the posting of signs or outdoor advertising on any utility poles.

If residents want to advertise their event, they must get permission from property owners to post their signs on stakes, and check with the Berkeley Township’s Zoning Officer for any regulations about posting signs.

Register For Clambake For A Cause BAYVILLE – Oceancares Foundation Clambake For A Cause will take place on July 23 from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Cove, 905 Bay Blvd. This event is intended for those 21 and over. The clambake will include a clambake buffet, BBQ, open bar, live music, silent and live auction, 50/50 and evening program.

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The event will be hosted by Jimmy Steel of 95.9 the WRAT and radio personality Jen Ursillo.

The clambake will benefit Ocean Mental Health Services.

For more information and to register, visit oceanmhs.org.

First Aid Squad Announces Food Trucks Event

SOUTH TOMS RIVER – The Borough of South Toms River and the South Toms River First Aid Squad present the Second Annual Food Trucks on the Waterfront event, which will be held on August 13 from 11 a.m. to 6

p.m. There will be food and music.

The event will take place in Mathis Veterans Memorial Park on Route 166.

Questions and registration should be directed to Brian Lanzim at brian.lanzim@strfas.org.

Berkeley Library To Host Rhythm ‘N’ Sound BERKELEY – The Berkeley branch of the Ocean County Library, 30 Station Road, will present a concert by the musical group Rhythm ‘N’ Sound at 1:30 p.m. on July 9.

Rhythm ‘N’ Sound features the musical trio of Joe Moscato, Frank Resola and John

D’Amaro who perform classic standards from doo-wop and rock from the 1940s to 1980s.

The program is free, but registration is required. To register call 732-269-2144 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

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BERKELEY – The Women’s Club of Holiday City South is hosting a Fish and Chicken Fry on August 6. The event will feature music by Pipers Alley.

The cost is $19 per person and includes: a fish or chicken dinner, beer, soda, wine, cake,

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OCEAN COUNTY – “As Independence Day approaches, we know that fireworks are synonymous with the celebration of our country,” said Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little. “It is important that you know that New Jersey is one of three states that ban all consumer fireworks. Residents risk fines and jail time if they are caught in possession of bottle rockets, firecrackers, Roman candles or any other pyrotechnics within New Jersey borders. Even handheld sparklers are banned. There are many places within Ocean County that offer firework displays over the weekend of July 4 so we encourage our residents and visitors to take advantage of these delightful tributes to our country.”

Little said, “We also know that many people take it upon themselves to purchase and use fireworks at home. It is estimated that 230 people on average go the emergency room ev-

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ery day with fireworks-related injuries around the July 4 holiday. Remember, fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burn and eye injuries. It is extremely important that adults supervise all fireworks activities; parents do not realize that young children suffer injuries from sparklers which can reach temperatures of 2,000 degrees.”

Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) public health coordinator, said to remember that fireworks are illegal, but if they have been purchased and residents plan on using them, it is extremely important to follow these safety tips when using fireworks: Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.

Remember, alcohol and fireworks do not mix.

Never place any part of the body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse.

Back up to a safe distance immediately after lighting fireworks.

Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not ignited fully.

Never point or throw fireworks at another person.

Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap.

Light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly.

Make sure fireworks are legal in the area before buying or using them.

Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them into metal or glass containers.

Do not experiment with homemade fireworks.

Dispose of spent fireworks by wetting them down and place in a metal trash can away from any building or combustible materials until the next day.

FAA regulations prohibit the possession and transportation of fireworks in checked baggage or carry-on luggage.

Report illegal explosives, like M-80s and quarter sticks, to the fire or police department.

The Ocean County Health Department wants all residents and visitors to enjoy the upcoming holiday and the wonderful fireworks displays around the county and we want this to be a safe and healthy time for all. Visit the OCHD website at ochd.org or follow the Health Department on Twitter@OCpublichealth.

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There will be a golf tournament on September 1, there will be a breakfast at 7 a.m. at the golfing will start at 8 a.m.

On September 6, the VFW will hold the Veterans Hospital’s Picnic. Hospitals from Vet Haven South, Vineland, Menlo Park and Crystal Lake will attend as they have buses available.

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During the presentation she showed different videos of his family. Castellano was struck and killed at a traffic stop on June 6, 2010.

Setaro in the years since her son’s death has worked to educate both the general public and emergency responders about the state’s “Move Over” law.

Drivers approaching stationary emergency vehicles, tow trucks and other highway safety vehicles displaying red, blue and/or amber flashing lights must move over one lane or, if not safe to move over, then slow down below the posted speed limit.

Clydesdales To Visit Seaside Heights SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Visit the boardwalk in Seaside Heights for a meet and greet with the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales on July 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. These hors-

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OCEAN GATE – The borough’s Fourth of July celebration will step off at 10 a.m. that day.

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But it’s been a century since what many see as the nation’s first deadly shark attack first gripped headlines, and that history is here on the Jersey Shore.

That was July 1, 1916, in Beach Haven, a Saturday before the Fourth of July holiday.

The story, as detailed in several local history and shark attack books, is that Philadelphian Charles E. Vansant, 23, had gone for a pre-dinner swim near the Engleside Hotel his family had checked into.

He suddenly flailed and screamed for help.

Lifeguard and beachgoer jumped into the water, reportedly only five feet or so deep, to save Vansant. Pulled from the struggle, Vansant had lost the back of one thigh and had exposed bone and a huge gash in the other leg. He died 90 minutes later after losing so much blood,

said the reports at the time, with witnesses calling it “the most horrible thing I ever saw.”

That same year, but just five days later, another fatal shark attack left a sea captain dead offshore in Spring Lake. Less than a week later on July 12, Matawan Creek saw two more deaths from shark attack and one person seriously injured, less than an hour apart.

The four deaths and one critical injury sparked national headlines. Previously, shark sightings were captain’s tales, but with the fatal news, the triangle fin and the terrifying grin of the carnivore kept the beachgoer on high alert.

The “celebration” of all things shark continues after Beach Haven held its Sharkfest Weekend June 17, with more events planned throughout the year.

Among them is a presentation by Dr. Richard Fernicola, author of 12 Days of Terror, a book that investigates the 1916 shark attacks. The presentation is at the New Jersey Maritime Museum’s annual fundraiser on September 10.

Summer Prices In Effect At Island Beach

ISLAND BEACH – Island Beach State Park is accessible through an annual state park pass, or you can pay the per-vehicle fee at the gate. The entrance fee is $6 for New Jersey resident, $12 for non-resident, weekdays. On weekends and holidays, the fee is $10 for resident, $20 for non-resident.

Motorcycle entrance is $5 and $7. Those who walk or ride a bicycle in are free.

Those fees are in place now through Labor Day. The walk-in fee at the Fisherman’s Walkway is $3, near Tice’s Shoal.

Considered the busiest park in the state park system, Island Beach often sees its gates close when its parking areas are at capacity.

For information on Island Beach State Park, call the park office at 732-793-0506.

Mayor To Hold School Supply Drive

BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen Amato, in conjunction with the Berkeley Township schools, presents a school supply drive that will support the children of Berkeley schools whose families are in need of basic school supplies for the upcoming school year.

New items, such as pencils, pens, paper, notebooks and other staple supplies, will

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Monetary donations will be accepted in lieu of merchandise. With each donation, residents will get a chance to win one of four $25 Visa gift cards, which will be raffled on Community Pride Day, September 10.

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BERKELEY – The Berkeley Township Sounds of Summer concerts are held in Veterans Park, Bayville. The concert lineup is as follows: July 13, 6 p.m.: The Duprees – Gerard Esposito will be singing hits from Vegas to Broadway.

July 20, 5 p.m.: Summer Beach Party featuring Alotta Colada.

July 27, 6 p.m.: Rock N’ Rhythm, a vocal harmony group, and AM Gold will play hits from 1975 to 1985.

August 3, 5 p.m.: Fifth annual “Night Out Against Crime” – This night will feature the township’s police and fire departments, first aid squads and other public safety agencies.

Vehicles and equipment will be on display, and the DARE program will be on hand with games and prizes for children. The Country band YeeHaw will also perform.

August 10, 6 p.m.: Julian, Domnique and the B Street Band is a Bruce Springsteen tribute group.

August 24, 6 p.m.: Jukebox Legends will sing all the great songs of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s, followed by Beginnings, a Chicago tribute band.

August 31, 7 p.m.: Family Movie Night – The movie is to be announced.

September 10, 10 a.m.: Berkeley Community Pride Day – The day begins at 10 a.m. with vendors, local nonprofits and community groups. Sounds of the Street, a doo wop group, and The Infernos Band will provide entertainment, starting in the late afternoon.

All events are free to enter. Free Parking.

Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs and blankets.

Call 732-269-4456 for more information.

Volunteer First Aid Squad Has Busy Month

BAYVILLE – The Bayville Volunteer First Aid Squad was busy in May. The squad continued to be available to the citizens of Berkeley Township, as well as Lacey Township, Forked River and Ocean Gate residents.

Of the 135 calls answered by the volunteer Bayville First Aid Squad, there were: seven calls due to abdominal pain, 20 cardiac emergencies, 10 patients who were involved with motor vehicle accidents, two overdose patients, eight patients who were bleeding and required first aid, 14 calls due to patient falling and requiring medical treatment, 16 patients who had respiratory problems, 14 calls for unconscious or patients who had seizures and 44 patients that had numerous medical emergencies, some requiring trans-

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The squad also welcomed one new member who is now responding to the public’s needs. The squad still seeks new members as emergency medical technicians, drivers and ambulance attendances. They are especially looking for daytime members; this is ideal for those individuals who are retired and looking to help the community.

The squad also welcomes any new members for the Squad Cadet program, meant for those 16 to 18 years of age, and the Squad Auxiliary organization.

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The Results; They May Surprise You What the researches discovered was astounding. The children who lived in a smoking household were twice as likely to develop hearing difficulty compared to a child from a non-smoking home. The higher the level of the Cotinine found in their blood, the higher the child’s risk of developing a hearing loss. Some children with especially high levels of Cotinine were at three times the risk for

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Many of the teens in the study were found to have a measurable hearing loss, yet none of them were aware of it. Their youth and the gradual nature of hearing loss made their experiences almost undetectable. This inability to communicate effectively can lead to social problems at school and poor performance in the classroom, making regular hearing screenings for young people as necessary as regular dental checks.

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is hosting numerous events open to the public.

The 10th Annual DBSANJ Conference is on August 6. The conference will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Princeton University Medical Center at Plainsboro, One Plainsboro Road. The conference provides a day of educational and thought-provoking presentations. Doors will open at 8 a.m. for a continental breakfast. Lunch will also be served at the conference.

To register, visit dbsanewjersey.org/ conference, send an email to info@ dbsanewjersey.org or call 888-829-2483.

Upon regist ration, attendees should mention either the Colts Neck or Ocean County (the Jackson, Toms River or Stafford group) chapter as the one they are associated with.

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Picnic is on August 27, with a rain date to be announced. Details about the venue and requirements will be provided. The venue has yet to be decided on, the options are between Huber Woods Park and Holmdel Park.

The First Annual DBSA Ocean County Picnic will be in Ocean County. The specific date and venue are to be determined.

A community event sponsored by DBSA Ocean County will be a cooperative event open to the public held by the three groups that comprise this chapter: Jackson, Toms River and Stafford. More information to come.

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Cucumbers have many active components, among them is an anti-inf lammatory f lavonol called “fisetin,” which supports brain health. Cucumbers offer compounds that are antioxidants, so they help prevent systemic rusting. Here’s some fresh ways to use cucumbers: 1. Soothe itchy eyes. Cut two slices off and lay upon your eyes. This feels especially comfy if you have red, itchy eyes from whatever’s blooming. You can also cut slices and put in a jar of water and infuse the water for an hour (refrigerate), then make a compress out of the cucumber water. Squeeze it and lay that upon your eyes.

2. Juice them. They contain lariciresinol, pinoresinol and secoisolariciresinol which are three important compounds when it comes to reducing risk of reproductive cancers (ovarian, breast, uterine, prostate). Secoisolariciresinol is also found in f lax.

3. Heal burns. Cut the slices lengthwise and apply to areas of sunburn, or use the compress idea from above.

4. Drink them. Cut cucumbers into 1/2 slices along with 1/4 slices of lemon and put into a beautiful glass decanter or carafe with some ice. Let it

marinate for an hour and then drink all day. Among the many health benefits, you may notice a mild diuretic effect that could help with blood pressure and weight loss.

5. Eat them. The profound medicinal benefits of cucumbers are not apparent to you. I bet you walk right past them in the produce section all the time.

These guys can block COX2 enzymes (similar to Celebrex, a popular medication) dampening down pain-causing cytokines. While cucumbers are not as strong as drugs, I’d still chop some into your salad along with fresh tomatoes and basil leaves. Finish with cilantro-lime vinaigrette. This salad adds fiber, which in turn helps you manage weight.

6. Treat acne with it. Cucumbers have the ability to remove dirt, dead skin cells, bacteria and left over make-up residue. It naturally calms and cools a red or inf lamed area. Put a quarter of an unpeeled cucumber in your food grinder along with a tablespoon of witch hazel and 2 drops of tea tree oil and 5 drops lavender. Grind to a smooth consistency and apply as a ‘mask’ or dab on an area.

7. Make a toner for your face. Slice cucumbers into two cups pure distilled water. Strain out the cucumbers so you are left with cucumber water. Add one tablespoon of organic aloe vera leaf juice, 10 drops essential oil of lavender and five drops of jasmine. For oily skin add five drops of helichrysum. If you have dry skin, use rose oil.

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But Scotti got tired. At age 40, she went back to college to get her teaching certification.

She worked for seven years in the Freehold Borough School District as a language arts teacher. While she loved her job, she couldn’t give up on comedy. She came back to standup in 2011.

“It’s been remarkable. It’s not even been five years now, and I don’t know what happened,” Scotti said. “I think I just became a more honest comic. That was my goal when I came back, to be honest and fearless. And to deal with this whole trans situation in a public way, because there’s been so much prejudice out there, and a lot of haters. I wanted to crack the mainstream comedy market.”

Scotti laughs. “I guess I did.”

Five years ago Scotti had a lunch with a friend, Christine Rich, who she’s known for 30 years. Over the course of lunch, the topic of comedy came up. “’So when are you coming back?’ And I said: ‘I’m never coming back. I’m old. I haven’t stood on a stage in 10 years.’ She said, ‘You have to do it.’ So I went to a friend of mine who has a club in Bristol, Penn., called Comedy Works—his name is Mike Kaplan, and he should get some credit for this because he was the first person to give me stage time—and he said, ‘You were funny then. You’re probably funny now.’” She remembers the conversation well. “It was the first time I ever said in public that I was trans, and it was like a deep breath.”

Kaplan said, “I knew Julia because I knew Julia as Rick Scotti. As Rick Scotti, Rick was one of the funniest people I knew.” Kaplan added, recalling the decision: “When he dropped out of comedy, and we had heard some stories as to what was going on, and then she came back, and one of the other regular comedians had brought it to my attention that Julia had decided to come back into comedy, and how would I feel about having her at the

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club. He was funny as a man, I’m sure she would be funny as a woman. …She made people laugh.”

Scotti said it was a liberation. “The best comics in the world are those that pull from the truth. We’re very much about speaking our version of the truth anyway. I always felt like, I knew something was different about me. But I couldn’t put my finger on it. Let’s face it, 16 years ago, hardly any internet, no information about being transgendered. So I kind of lived in shadows, not really wanting to expose my true feelings on stage. Once I realized what the issue was, all of that changed. All of that.

It was such a liberating feeling,” she said.

Scotti has studied the comic greats—Chaplin, Keaton, Benny: “And of course, Carlin is god in my opinion.”

And there is a method to Scotti’s art. She does sit at the computer, always procrastinating, to write her shows.

“She is constantly writing. You would think most comedians would be doing that, looking at life and looking at the funny things that happen. That’s what good comedy is about.

Julia is great at doing that, at telling stories, and telling the funny side of it. She does a great job,” Kaplan said.

For America’s Got Talent, she had to compress her best work into 90 seconds. She was “discovered” by the show after someone visited her website, juliascotti.com, and asked if she’d be interested in auditioning. Her shtick focuses on her advanced age.

“No. What chance do I have in getting on this thing? But my manager said, ‘You’ve got nothing to lose,’” Scotti said.

“You are a joy,” Mandel said at the end of Scotti’s set on America’s Got Talent. “You have so much to offer. …Whether you’re a man or a woman, you’re a human. And you’re funny. And you’re talented.”

Scotti cannot discuss any more details about the show, but said she is very happy with how things turned out.

As for her audience: “I want them to have a smile on their faces. I want them to feel like they saw something meaningful. I hope it impacts them in a positive way. That’s my goal, to have fun. And, nothing is impossible. You have something you dream about, then do it. Are you going to take your last breath and say, ‘I should have done that?’ No. You gotta do that.”

Though no decisions have been made on what new programs to offer or where new facilities to build, Vicari said geography and population will be driving factors.

“The highest population is in the northern part of the county – Toms River, Brick, Jackson – so those are the areas we’re going to look at,” he said.

Vicari, a former public school principal and superintendent, also said the officials involved in mapping out the future of the district will balance the population metrics with industries and careers in demand for students.

State funding dedicated to specific areas of education may also come into play, he said.

“The state will probably pay a high percentage of whatever it turns out to be,” he said.

A county committee will ultimately study needs, funding and other factors, and submit a proposal to the freeholder board for consideration, Kelly said.

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Ocean County Historical Society Seeks Volunteers

OCEAN COUNTY – Volunteers of the Ocean County Historical Society conduct research in the library, assist with visitors, guide tours, install exhibits, catalog records and archives, work with collections, and help with various administrative duties.

Currently, the society is looking for volunteers. Volunteer placement is based on interests, skills, life experiences as well as the needs of the society.

Here are some examples of volunteer opportunities: Education – Be a docent/tour guide by leading visitors, including school groups,

around the museum and sharing both our permanent and temporary exhibits.

Research Center – Improve access to and preservation of historical documents; edit and update records in the digitized catalog; maintain and document collections of printed materials and photographs; create titles for manuscript collections; respond to research and genealogy inquiries.

Museum/Collections – Research objects in the society’s museum collection; assist with exhibition research and mounting of exhibits; respond to inquiries about the collection; assist with cataloguing the inventory of artifacts.

Imaging – Assist with the cataloging of photographs and reproductions of collection materials.

Public Relations and Marketing – Assist with mailings to members and donors, assist with calendar updates to the media; assist with press releases for public relations related projects.

Gardens and Grounds – Assist in maintaining the society’s Victorian gardens and grounds by planting, mulching, fertilizing, watering, weeding and deadheading.

Administrative – Meeting and greeting visitors; answering the telephone; assisting with filing, organizing supplies, preparing

mailings, taking photographs Publications – Writing, editing, and publishing works relevant to the history of Ocean County.

Development – Assist with fundraising activities including grant writing.

Volunteers are essential to the society, its museum and its research center.

Become a volunteer at the Ocean County Historical Society. Request an application by calling: 732-341-1880 or emailing oceancounty.history@verizon.net. You can also download a form directly from oceancountyhistory.org and then submit the completed form online to the society.

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BUYING, SELLING, OR REFINANCING YOUR HOME? –Photos courtesy Charity Resale Shop (Top) From left, Dave Applegate, board president of Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity; Maureen Schutz of Charity Resale Shop; Mark Kotzas of the Kotzas Family Foundation and Suzan Fichtner, executive director of Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity. (Right) From left, Maureen Schutz of Charity Resale Shop; Vicki Weiss, executive director of CASA of Ocean County and Mark Kotzas of the Kotzas Family Foundation.

TOMS RIVER – Mark Kotzas, president of the Charity Resale Shop in Toms River, designates the proceeds of the shop to be donated to a various small charity every month. Past recipients include Children’s Specialized Hospital and Tina’s House Ocean County Child Advocacy Center.

The March recipient was Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity. Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing ministry that brings people together to build homes, communities and hope in northern Ocean County. To date, the Northern Ocean County affiliate has completed 16 new homes, over 60 Hurricane Sandy critical home repairs and 116 exterior repairs through its ‘A Brush with Kindness’ program. For more information and to find out how to get involved, visit nohfh.com or call 732-228-7962, ext. 109.

The April recipient was Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Ocean County. CASA started in 2006 and is an independent non-profit, which has served as a voice in the courtroom for abused and neglected foster children. They recruit and train concerned citizens to serve as CASA volunteers. By meeting with the child’s family members, doctors, teachers and foster parents, the CASA volunteer ensures that the judge in the family court system is aware of all the facts to make the best determination for the child’s future. For more information, visit casaofoceancounty.org.

Maureen Schutz of Charity Resale Shop and Mark Kotzas of the Kotzas Family Foundation, are proud to be working with these local foundations and look forward to continued relationships in the future.

BlueClaws To Have “Biggest” Fireworks Display In Its History

LAKEWOOD – The post-game fireworks that follow the BlueClaws game on July 3 will not just be the biggest show of the year, but the biggest fireworks show in the history of FirstEnergy Park, the team announced.

The BlueClaws are responding to numerous fan requests for an enhanced show surrounding Independence Day and will have the biggest of the nearly 200 shows in team history after the 7:05 p.m. game on July 3.

The July 3 show is presented by Georgian Court University.

“Our fans have loved our fireworks shows for the last 15 years, but we did get several requests for an even bigger-than-normal show over Fourth of July weekend,” said BlueClaws General Manager Chris Tafrow. “We’re glad to listen and can’t wait for July 3.”

Last year, the BlueClaws were home on July 4 and welcomed a crowd of 8,317, the largest of the season. With the expected large crowd for one of the most anticipated games on the calendar, fans are encouraged to reserve their tickets in advance by calling 732-901-7000 option 2 or online at blueclaws.com.

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The BlueClaws also has individual picnic tickets available for this game. Tickets come with an allyou-can-eat buffet (including hot dogs, hamburgers, BBQ chicken, pulled pork, mac-and-cheese and more), plus a seat in the picnic area. Typically, picnic tickets are only available for groups of at least 24. Tickets are $26.95 for adults and $18.95 for juniors. To order, call a BlueClaws representative at 732-901-7000 option 3.

The game is on a Sunday, so kids eat free thanks to ShopRite and kids are able to run the bases after the game. Dogs are welcome to FirstEnergy Park each Sunday and adults can enjoy $2 Coronas until the end of the seventh inning.

July 3 is also a Kids Club MVP “Fireworks on the Field” Night, where members of the BlueClaws Kids Club, presented by Jenkinson’s Boardwalk and Applebee’s, can watch the fireworks on the field. Membership in the BlueClaws MVP Kids Club is just $25 and includes four ticket vouchers, a $25 gift card to Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, a BlueClaws Lunch Bag, access to exclusive events and much more. For information or to sign up, call Patrick Prendergast at 732-9017000 ext. 171.

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com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. tients, coupled with Hearing loss, unfortunately, technology and value often goes untreated since it is have set Garden State Hearing not painful and often not a pri& Balance Center apart for ority for patients. But for the years, with recent investments 40 million people who suffer making the treatment of hear- from it, Dr. Kirsh explains, ing loss and similar conditions it is important that they seek more manageable than ever. diagnosis and t reatment to T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. hawkin and Whiting, was the “Over the last few years, first in the United States to there have been a lot of studbe Audigy-Certified, a testa- ies that show a relationship ment to its adherence to the bet ween u nt reated hear ing industry’s best practices that loss and memory deficits such are required for certification. as dementia and Alzheimer’s, “Any business that is Au- which means you r suscepdigy-Certif ied, from a best t ibilit y to obt ai n i ng t hese practices standpoint, is in the memory issues increases as top t wo to a function of “We don’t over three percent t he hea r i ng in the counloss that you schedule or double try,” said Dr. h a v e ,” D r . book, so people are Isidore Kirsh Kirsh said.

– commonly generally seen on time.”

Wit h r a re known as Dr. exception, –Dr. Kirsh Izzy – foundthe only way er and director of the practice, to help preserve your hearing who holds a doctorate degree is th rough a hear ing aid – (Ph.D.) from the Union Insti- sometimes a stumbling block tute & University. for patients who are self-conThe Center performs testing scious about wearing one. But for patients with auditory pro- technological improvements cessing disorders and testing have led to the devices becomfor people who are suffering ing vir tually invisible, and from tinnitus – ringing in the more helpful than ever. ears – as well as hearing loss “They can be 100 percent and balance issues. invisible, they can have BlueDr. Kirsh’s practice includes tooth as well as Wi-Fi capastate-of-the art equipment to bilities,” Dr. Kirsh explained. evaluate hearing and balance “ You ca n st r e a m a sig n a l issues, which are often related through your iPhone or your to inner ear disorders. television, even movies and “Seventy percent of patients Broa dway shows, r ig ht t o wh o c o m pl a i n of b a l a n c e you r hea r i ng aid. Most of proble m s u s u a l ly h ave a n today’s hearing aids are very i n ner ear component,” Dr. inconspicuous, meaning the

Pictured is Dr. Isidore Kirsh.

His offices are located at 250 Route 37 West, Toms River, 732573-4020; 53 Nautilus Drive, Suite C, 1st Floor, Manahawkin, 609-489-5415; 75 Lacey Road Ste 1B, Whiting, 732-606-4912.

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cosmetic issue is really not an issue anymore.”

Hearing aids also can have features such as GPS locator capability.

“The technology is improving significantly every year,” Dr. Kirsh said.

For patients, hearing aids can be financed interest free for 24 months, and Dr. Kirsh’s practice provides free battery replacements for life. Patients can also return a hearing aid during a 75 day trial period, during which time they return to Garden State Hearing &

Balance Center a minimum of three times to check on their progress.

“We don’t over schedule or double book, so people are generally seen on time,” said Dr. Kirsh.

The practice has th r ived on accessibility for patients, investments in technology, and the easing of the financial aspect of treatment.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of July 2-July 8

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Weeds can spoil your garden if left unchecked. Carelessness or trying to finish a project too quickly could create errors or blemishes that ruin overall progress. Remember to take your time and pay careful attention to the details.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Keep your feet on the ground. A dream or idea may provide benefits in the future but right now you may be lacking essential elements to get the ball rolling.

Focus on more tangible short term goals that you can achieve right away.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Expand your areas of expertise. Concentrate on skills or traits which may have proved difficult for you in the past and make an effort to improve your performance.

Determination and willpower can help you overcome any obstacle.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): If it isn’t broken, don’t try to fix it. Just because someone else may have experienced misfortune doesn’t mean the same thing will happen to you. Don’t take unnecessary steps. There’s no need to make any changes.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t get too set in your ways. The methods and routines that may have served you well in the past may no longer be effective. Open your mind to newer and more innovative techniques and don’t be afraid to make changes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It may all be in your head. Concerns and doubts over an issue may be unfounded and occupy far too much of your time for the next few days. Quickly clear the air with a friend or loved one with whom you may have had a dispute.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): The loudest voice gets the most attention. This does not mean that it is the voice that deserves to be heard. Make sure that the issues and activities that you focus on are relevant and that you aren’t following someone else’s agenda.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Nothing lasts forever. You may have become so comfortable with the status quo that you haven’t noticed a gradual shift in conditions. It may be time to reevaluate your views and positions to more accurately conform to changing times.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Let sleeping dogs lie. Your financial situation may not be quite as rosy as you’d like. It could be a whole lot worse, especially if you make any drastic changes. The sky is not falling, no matter what anyone tells you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Stop, look and listen. Misunderstandings are likely to arise if you aren’t paying close attention to what others are telling you. The safest investments to make are not making any investments at all.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t get backed into a corner. Take time to mull over crucial decisions. If someone demands an answer right away then your answer should be “no.” Trying to appease someone could compromise your own interests.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Take things as they come. Deal with problems as they arise.

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On the hottest summer days, sometimes all you feel like eating is something light and refreshing. Salad certainly matches that description; and yet, mixtures of leafy greens and other vegetables aren’t necessarily what comes to mind first when you want to satisfy hunger.

That’s why I think Caesar salad makes one of the best choices. The recipe was originally developed almost a century ago in Tijuana, Mexico, just across the border from California, by restaurateur Caesar Cardini, who threw it together one evening from kitchen odds and ends for some hungry partyers. Word quickly spread about how miraculously flavorful and robust it was for a dish so light - the perfect bite to enjoy after a night on the town.

I have long offered my own interpretation of Caesar salad in my restaurants, and it’s so popular that when I try taking it off the menu many guests insist on ordering it anyway. They like it, I think, because the combination of crisp romaine leaves, Parmesan, crunchy croutons and a creamy dressing of olive oil, egg yolk, garlic, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and anchovies delivers big flavor and great crunch with every bite, filling them up without feeling at all heavy.

Many people ask for the salad as an appetizer. Others request that we top it with a portion of grilled chicken, meat or seafood to make a complete one-dish meal. You can easily do this at home, too, whether you cook the protein on your backyard grill, on an indoor grill pan or under the broiler.

So how, you may wonder, do I manage to stay true to the classic while also making it my way? For one thing, I streamline the dressing’s preparation. In the original, it’s made with a coddled (barely boiled) egg that is beaten with the other dressing ingredients in the salad bowl. Instead, I use a pasteurized egg yolk (you can find pasteurized eggs in well-stocked markets) to ensure it contains no harmful bacteria, and combine it with the other ingredients using an immersion blender that instantaneously produces a perfect emulsion. I then blend the anchovies into the dressing. They are usually used as a garnish, which some diners don’t like. But, when blended in smoothly, they add a subtle briny flavor to the dressing that everyone seems to enjoy.

My other change is to the croutons. Instead of using cubes of bread tossed with the salad leaves, I prefer to use thin slices that you can eat as an accompaniment. I even like to top them with a simply seasoned mixture of cherry tomatoes, which adds a bright complement of both flavor and color.

So there you have it: My own take on a very satisfying salad everyone can enjoy throughout the summer.

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD Serves 4 CROUTONS: 1 small French or sourdough baguette, cut diagonally into slices 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick Extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme CAESAR DRESSING: 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh lemon juice strained 1 pasteurized cage-free egg yolk 1 clove garlic, grated 3 anchovy fillets 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 1 cup (250 mL) mild-tasting extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon honey CHERRY TOMATO GARNISH: About 2 dozen cherry tomatoes, cut in halves Sherry vinegar 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or other fresh herbs SALAD: 3 hearts romaine lettuce, leaves separated and chilled 1 cup (250 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Hardboiled egg, sliced in half (optional garnish) First, make the croutons. Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C). Put the slices of bread on a baking sheet. Drizzle lightly but evenly with olive oil and sprinkle with thyme. Bake until deep golden-brown, 10 to 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, make the dressing. In a glass measuring cup or bowl, combine the lemon juice, egg yolk, garlic, anchovies, mustard, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, vinegar and oil. With an immersion blender, blend until smooth. Add the honey and blend briefly again.

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Put the separated romaine leaves in a large bowl. Add 1/3 cup to 1/2 cup (85 mL to 125 mL) of the Parmesan and season lightly with salt and pepper. Drizzle with enough of the dressing to coat the leaves lightly. Toss thoroughly.

To serve the salad, arrange the dressed romaine leaves on individual large serving plates. Sprinkle more Parmesan over the salad.

Arrange the croutons on the side and top them with the cherry tomato mixture. Add hardboiled egg for optional garnish. 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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