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Yacht Club Celebrates 100 Years Of Slowing Down, Relaxing And More
–Photos by Bob Vosseller and PBYC (Below) Pine Beach Yacht Club Commodore Chris Higham holds a certificate commemorating the club’s 100 years. The July 4 parade featured several boats and floats from the PBYC, as part of the celebration.
July 16, 2016
Mayor: Sandy Continues To Fuel Township Budget Numbers
By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – A 1.75-cent tax increase in the new township budget is in part due to the continued effects of Superstorm Sandy on Berkeley’s tax base, officials said. Residents face an annual municipal tax bill of $0.6175 per $100 of assessed valuation, or about $39 more each year, said Township Chief Financial Officer Fred Ebenau.
“If these pieces of legislation would become law, we would be able to eliminate the slight increase in the 2016 introduced budget.” –Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato By Bob Vosseller PINE BEACH – “Slow Down...Relax...Enjoy” is the motto of the Pine Beach Yacht Club and for 100 years the organization has done so much more than that. PBYC also works to promote safe boating, appreciate the beau-
ty of the Toms River waterfront and provide instruction for new boaters. Commodore Chris Higham was in full uniform as he held up a certificate honoring the organization presented by Pine Beach Mayor Lawrence Cuneo on July 4. This year’s Fourth
of July festivities in the community including honoring the organization, which has a headquarters based on the riverfront at 700 Riverside Drive. The mayor credited the orga-
nization for a being an active force in the community: “They have done some wonderful things over the years and have helped our youth to (Celebrates - See Page 22)
Township council approved the $46 million budget unanimously in a special meeting held 10 a.m. July 11. Councilmen Tom Grosse and Keith Buscio were absent. The budget changed since its introduction, and will use more surplus after FEMA reimbursement from Superstorm Sandy is trickling in at a slower pace. Whereas $1.2 million from FEMA was anticipated, (Sandy - See Page 22)
Nearly 7 Decades Of Ocean County Fair
By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – For nearly 70 years the Ocean County Fair has created family memories, whether showcasing the 4-H achievements of local students and farms, or with its festival atmosphere. But the history of the fair is one that has showcased the trends of the time, now incorporating food trucks where in decades past there’d be baking contests or exhibitions on who
had the best jam. Jeff Adams, president of the Ocean County Board of Agriculture who oversees the fair, shared several historical programs and articles from the fair’s past, which dates back to 1947, when it was more of an agricultural field day than the rides, concerts and food vendors that are a part of today’s festivities. Adams said the focus is still on those traditional 4-H fair activities, and in fact, many
of those pursuits are seeing renewed interest. “We have gotten calls, asking if some of the years’ past elements would be coming back,” Adams said. Next year, when the fair turns 70, would be a great opportunity to incorporate much more fair history into the line-up. While the number of participants in the farm and animal demonstrations remain steady, Adams said this year (Fair - See Page 4)
–Photo by Catherine Galioto The 2016 Ocean County Fair sets up at Miller Airpark for its run July 13 to 17.
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Adams helps take the reins of the fair as a co-manager through the auspices of the county board of agriculture as the Meyer Family retires from the role as organizers. The Meyers, who ran the fair for more than 30 years through several generations, helped to bring their expertise as festival and carnival operators to that chapter of the fair’s history. Adams said the fair marries the 4-H exhibits with the carnival. There’s thrill rides and cotton candy but also prized rabbits and chickens. You can find a rock concert or a horse show going on at this year’s fair. “I think the goals over the years for the fair have been to make sure 4-H kids have a platform to showcase their work, provide fun and entertainment for all fair goers, represent the county, create an event that parents can share with their kids and also be a financially successful event for the Ocean County Board of Agriculture,” he said. Growing up enjoying the fair himself, what was Adams’ favorite things to do? “I am an animal person. I enjoy seeing the animals that the kids have raised and cared for during the year. You will always see a chicken, duck or rabbit breed that you have never seen before,” he said. On July 11, the tent displays were already up and the buzz of activity was well underway as Adams and the planning committee were zipping around the yetto-be-assembled fairgrounds via golf cart, tending to all the chores. Rides would arrive that evening, and vendors would set up the final touches on their displays July 13 afternoon. “We have some old entertainment that is returning that has been popular, new acts like bull riding that I think will be well received. We made some changes in the ride area that will allow the ride vendor to bring in several more rides, some bigger and more variety,” he added. Special entertainment includes After the Reign and the Amish Outlaws musical acts, as well as a comedy hypnotist/magician. For a full schedule, see the fair’s website at oceancountyfair.com.
the number of vendors has grown. “I think that’s a sign of the recovering economy.” In 1965, the fair was still at Ocean County Park in Lakewood, and was held over two days ‑‑ August 4 and 5 – compared to the five-day festival now at Miller Airpark in Berkeley. Adams shared the fair program book from 1965, on loan from the Ocean County Historical Society in Toms River. The booster ads showcase many legacy and now long-gone businesses, or feature faces from Ocean County history – such as a message from Freeholder Robert J. Miller, now namesake of the airpark where the fair is held. “Tomorrow’s Leaders, Today” was the theme then. In its welcome message, the fair committee mentions the free admission and parking. Today, the parking is free but a $7 general admission is required each day of the fair, which spans July 13 to 17 this year. Adams said that the old programs not only show the fair’s history, but the fair’s own commitment to history. It’s a bit of a time capsule showing the demonstrations and activities that were allowed then that just aren’t today. For example, there was once a division for folks who raised quail to exhibit their animals. These days, quail farming is a regulated activity, which lead to that fair division becoming extinct. Same with the live animal auctions, such as the “fat lamb” auction or Blue Ribbon prized lamb auction, where 4-H members could auction off their prized stock. Or there’s the use of “Queen of the Fair” or “Princess” contests, when there is now the annual Fair Ambassador, for example. The 1965 program also mentioned the many other fair activities, such as the pie-eating contest and milk-drinking contest. On the first day of the fair, you could find a barbershop quartet contest or join the big square dance on the second day. Check out the fair’s chicken dinner for $1.50 and afterward enjoy the Ocean County String Band’s concert, billed as “The Happiest Music In The World.” “When you get into conversation with people about the fair, the memories come out of the person you are talking with. I hear so many stories of memories of the fair, many things I share, but always something unique that was important to that person,” said Adams. “Obviously it was a significant time while growing up. I want to be a part of that kid’s memory 20, 30 years from now. They don’t need to know me, they just need to remember the good time that was had.” He said a significant number of people ask if the fair would ever go back to its original location, in Ocean County Park, Lakewood. But he said the logistics are better at Miller Airpark, where the traffic lanes allow for less gridlock and there is more access and ground –Ocean County Historical Society to add rides that wouldn’t be possible The cover of the 1965 fair program book. at the Lakewood county park.
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After Dallas, “We Got Your Backs”
By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – The aftershocks of the deadliest day for law enforcement in the United States since the September 11, 2001 attacks continue to be felt locally, as messages of support have flooded police departments. Responding to the July 7 attacks at a protest in Dallas were sentiments throughout Ocean County, many in prominent locations such as firehouse message display boards. In Barnegat, the township committee issued a Nixle alert saying ribbons of support were now being distributed. “We are devastated and appalled at the wanton slaughter of Police Officers in Dallas, Texas. It is blight on the very
BAYVILLE – The Sixth Annual Soulsational Music and Wellness Festival is scheduled for July 30 at Veteran’s Park from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The festival is free to enter and is for all-ages. Featured activities include live concert music, local businesses, vendors, free classes, giveaways, a silent auction and lots of opportunities to give back and unite the Jersey Shore community. The Soulsational Music and Wellness Festival was created to honor, share and explore
fabric of America. Please join the Township Committee members in offering prayers for our fallen Heroes and their families,” said the committee in its public message. “Anyone choosing to join with us by displaying a Blue Ribbon as a symbol of our support and mourning for these fallen knights can contact the Mayor directly and you will be supplied with one at no charge. They can be worn on clothing, hung from car antennas, mailboxes, doors, etc.” Those interested can receive a ribbon at town clerk’s office in town hall, or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope, to Mayor John J. Novak/Blue Ribbon, Barnegat Township, 900 West Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005.
In Manchester, Ridgeway Vol. Fire. Co.’s new programmable message board bore words of support for police and anyone who drove by the busy corridor of Route 571: “Brothers in Blue, We have your backs” A blue line, the symbol for a recent death, was part of the sign. Cassville Fire Company in Jackson had a similar message, “Jackson Police – We have your backs!” on its board. The Dallas shooting, which was at an otherwise peaceful protest of recent deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile by police in separate incidents, had one likely sniper who shot 12 police, five of whom died from the attack, and several others injured, according to reports. On July 11, Freehold hosted a candlelight
Soulsational Festival In Veteran’s Park
the many healing modalities, practitioners, organizations and businesses devoted to health and wellness on the Jersey Shore. Its goal is to increase awareness of the many different green, holistic, organic and healthy options within the community, support the local economy and offer a unique interactive family experience for all those in attendance. The festival is expected to reach an audience of over 5,000 people with continuous entertainment on two stages including local orig-
inal New Jersey musicians The Shady Street Show Band, Accidental Seabirds, Foxanne, Medusa’s Disco, Don’t Know Jack, Gina Marie & Band, The Godlings, Jeanette Lynne, Jake Tavill, Jessica Paris & Bill Wieszczek of Honey Spot Blvd., The Williamsboy, Kim & Dave, Gary Wright & Maxine Snow, Dave Mooney, Joshua Van Ness , Kevin John Allen, Al-Vis Al, Jo Mariee & Company, Avery Mandeville, Second Time, Joey Taylor, Rose, Kristina Lachaga, Manda Morris, Two Reds & A Beard, Ben Piper and the Leftovers and
vigil to mourn, inviting the public to join the show of support. Toms River Police had an incident of their own recently. At 11:32 p.m. July 7, after responding to a suspicious vehicle on Cedar and Haines drives, the driver pulled a gun on the officers as he exited the vehicle. Police spokesperson Ralph Stocco said police fired on the 29-year-old suspect as a result, as the man jumped over the nearby cement bulkhead on the dead-end street and fled. He was found an hour later with a gunshot wound, and transported by Toms River EMS for treatment. Stocco did not release the name of the suspect, any charges, or the names of the responding officers.
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Featured Letter Summer Safety Means CPR Summer has arrived! Whether you’re spending time by the Jersey Shore or by the local pool, the American Heart Association encourages families to be prepared for summer safety by learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR. Accidents, choking and drowning are leading causes of death in children. Every day, about 10 people die from unintentional drowning, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Of these, two of the 10 are children aged 14 or younger. Learning CPR can help save lives in cases of drowning. CPR is also vital when sudden cardiac arrest – a leading cause of death in America – strikes without warning. Nearly 350,000 out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrests occur annually, and 90 percent of people who suffer cardiac arrests outside a hospital
die. But CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival. Since 2008, the American Heart Association has recommended Hands-Only CPR when you witness an adult or teen suddenly collapse. Hands-Only CPR teaches basic steps: First, call 9-11 and then push hard and fast on the center of the chest until professional help or an AED arrives. By using Hands-Only CPR, bystanders can still act to improve the odds of survival, whether they are trained in conventional CPR or not. The American Heart Association encourages everyone to view a one-minute Hands-Only CPR video at heart.org/ handsonlycpr. Al Rundio Chair, NJ Amer ican Heart Association ECC Committee
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Letters To The Editor Drones Require Responsibility If drones are used improperly, it could be a hazard and invasion of privacy. Nowhere in the June 4 letter, “Let Drones Fly,” is the word “responsibility” used. Flying over public events could be an invitation to injuries and possible fatalities if a malfunction to the craft occurs and flying over residential areas has the same potential for disaster. The Academy of Model Aeronautics’ National Model Aircraft Safety Code states “all pilots shall avoid f lying directly over unprotected people, vessels, vehicles or structures, and shall avoid endangerment of life and property of others.” Recently a drone flying over Leisure Village West crashed into a house. Fortunately there were no injuries, but in violation of the safety code, no visible name, address or AMA number of the owner was affixed to the outside of the drone. The question that must be asked, why was it f lying over a residential area? The drone was equipped with a camera and a GPS system leaving much room for conjecture as to the reason for being overhead. Accepted is the fact that drones may have a positive effect for some local companies, but if used for professional reasons, there should be insurance coverage, given the fact the majority of drones are flown by amateurs who are flying without training, or insurance for if a minor flies the drone with-
out mature guidance. Rules are put into place, not to prohibit these activities, but to ensure safety and protect the general public at large. It is the power of the town council to enact ordinances that protect citizens of the township from rogue occurrences. This being the reason we were elected. Charles L. Frattini, Sr. Manchester Township Councilman
Disregard For Memorial Day No parade attendance, no display of American flags, shopping as usual, schools open, bus drivers required to work; completely oblivious to the importance of this holiday. This is the conduct of our friends, the local Orthodox Jewish community. Watch and see that ancient play of “anti-semitism” is directed at this writer. This was complete disrespect for a very precious national holiday. Thomas Shedaker Howell
Restore Funding for NJ Family Planning Services Recently the Family Planning Bill was passed out of committee by the NJ Senate Committee on Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens. The bill would restore $7.45 million of the budget toward family planning services including Planned Parenthood health centers. These centers provide
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withheld from publication. While most letters are printed as submitted, we reserve the right to edit or reject letters. The weekly deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday. Mail or bring typed letters to: 15 Union Ave., Lakehurst, NJ 08733, fax 732-657-7388 or e-mail newsdesk@micromediapubs. com. Letters may be limited to one per month per writer at the editor’s discretion. Opinions expressed in letters do not reflect those of Micromedia Publications.
essential services such as cancer screenings, STI testing, and contraceptives to NJ women and men who need care. Since Christie cut funding for these services in 2010, six women’s health clinics have closed and over a dozen others have cut hours, including Saturday hours which allow working women to access affordable reproductive healthcare if they cannot take off work. FQHCs, or Federally Qualified Health Centers, are intended to provide healthcare to all regardless of income, yet they alone are not enough to support NJ women’s health needs, and sometimes refer women to Planned Parenthood. I support Planned Parenthood in their efforts to restore funding to benefit NJ citizens’ health; in Ocean County alone, STI rates have risen nearly 50 percent since 2010’s funding was cut. In May, I called the off ice of Senator Samuel Thompson, the NJ District 12 Senator, asking to leave a message for the Senator to indicate constituent support of the bill. I was hung up on by a staff member who claimed not to know a lot about the issue; he did not take my message. Our legislature needs to pass this bill and, in the case of a veto by Governor Christie, override the veto to provide New Jersians with the healthcare they need. E. Rosie Driscoll Jackson
Thanks For Hindu Festivals In Holidays List In its recently adopted resolution—”The List of Religious Holidays Permitting Student Absence from School”—New Jersey State Board of Education (NJSBE) listed 19 Hindu festivals. It included four festivals in October itself, including Navaratri, which alone is listed for 10 days. This “list of religious
holidays on which it shall be mandatory to excuse a student,” includes the Hindu festivals of Guru Purnima, Naga Panchami, Raksha Bandhan, K r ish n a Ja n m a sht a m i, Ganesha Chaturthi, Onam, Navaratri, Duserra, Diwali,Goverdhan Puja, Maka r San k rant i, Pongal, Vasant Panchami, Maha Shivaratri, Holi, Chandramana Yugadi, Souramana Yugadi, Ramnavami and Hanuman Jayanti. We urged the Board in the past to add five festivals on the list, which are included on the list. This “List” is a step in the positive direction and we thank NJSBE and its President Mark W. Bierdon for being inclusive. We urge other 49 US states and District of Columbia to include all these 19 Hindu festivals on their lists of religious holidays permitting student absence from school. Hinduism is rich in festivals and festivals are very dear to Hindu families. Since families want to celebrate these festivals together along with their school going children, we do not want our children to be deprived of any privileges at the school because of thus resulting absences on these days. According to the NJSBE resolution: “Any student absent from school because of a religious holiday may not be deprived of any award or of eligibility or opportunity to compete for any award because of such absence,” “Students who miss a test or examination because of absence on a religious holiday must be given the right to take an alternate test or examination,” “Boards of education, at their discretion, may add other days to the list for the schools of their districts,” and “Any absence because of a religious holiday must be recorded…as an excused absence.” Rajan Zed President, Universal Society of Hinduism
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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.
BERKELEY – As Mayor of Berkeley Township, I am happy to say that the summer season has arrived and I am delighted to share the summer program schedule. The Department of Rec-
Department Of Recreation Has Many Summer Programs
reation, Parks and Beaches have many activities planned for all to enjoy, i n clu d i ng t he p o pu l a r Sounds of Summer Concerts that Berkeley Township residents and visitors
to the community enjoy and look forward to each year. None of these events would be possible without the hard work of the many volunteers and township employees who work tire-
lessly to ensure that the summer programs are a success. Thanks to the Berkeley Police Department, Fire Companies and First Aid Squads that are on hand
at events for the public’s safety. Their service and dedication is selfless and ensures that all attendees at the numerous programs have a safe and fun filled time.
Carmen F. Amato, Jr. Thank you for all your support.
From The Desk Of Congressman Tom MacArthur: MacArthur Announces House Wounded Warrior Program
Congressman Tom MacArthur OCEAN COUNTY – Congressman Tom MacArthur announced that the Third Congressional District will
now be accepting applications for the U.S. House of Representative’s Wounded Warrior fellowship program. The position to be filled is a field representative for the Office of Congressman MacArthur. This individual would be responsible for facilitating and coordinating responses to a wide range of requests from constituents, outreach to community organizations and working with
existing staff on a wide range of issues. “As a representative of over 65,000 veterans, I am excited about adding another veteran to my district staff. This is a great opportunity for one of our nation’s heroes to join our team and continue in their proud tradition of public service,” said Congressman Tom MacArthur. “I look forward to working with this Wounded Warrior to provide our
district with the best possible constituent services and I am grateful that our district was selected for this prestigious program.” The Wounded Warrior Program was established to create fellowships that provide employment opportunities within the House of Representatives. The fellowships will provide veterans with experience and exposure to ultimately broaden their
scope of transition opportunities. According to the Wounded Warrior Program, applicants must have served on active duty since September 11, 2001, and have a 30 percent or greater service-connected disability rating and less than 20 years of service. In addition to a current resume, applicants must submit a copy of their DD214 and a VA letter confirming that
they have at least a 30 percent service-connected disability rating. Applicants in New Jersey’s Third Congressional District should visit cao.house.gov for more information. Submit a resume, a copy of the last DD214 issued (page 4) and a letter from the VA indicating a 30 percent or greater rating (not necessary if medically retired) to housewoundedwarriors @mail.house.gov.
Freeholders: SHIP Funding Cannot Be Eliminated OCEA N COU N T Y – Sen iors navigat i ng the often complicated maze of obtaining the proper health insurance information have always been able to get help from State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselors who assist them in making informed decisions when it comes to Medicare issues. “This is a very important prog ram to the seniors living in Ocean County, but it could be in jeopardy as the federal government t al ks about completely eliminating its funding,” said Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as chairman of Senior Services. “This would have devastating consequences for Medicare beneficiaries and their families.” As of August 31, Ocean County had 143,112 peo-
ple eligible for Medicare, which represents 10 percent of New Jersey’s Medicare population. “Those calling 1-800-Medicare are often referred to SHIP for more detailed, personalized assistance, especially for help in resolving complicated problems with enrollments or appeals,” Vicari said. “SHIP has operated in New Jersey for 29 years.” State Health Insurance Program known as SHIP is designed to assist Medicare enrollees, potential enrollees and their caregivers with their questions regarding Part A, B, C and D benefits/claims and supplemental policies. Q uest ion s related to Medicare are one of the most frequent calls to the Senior Services office and for its outreach sites locat-
ed throughout the county. “The Ocean Area Agency on Aging or AAA leads New Jersey in SHIP consumer activit y with 40 certified counselors located throughout the county who had 11,467 client contacts in the last fiscal year,” Vicari said. “These counselors provide important assistance to our seniors and their families, without them the elderly in Ocean County would have to make difficult decisions regarding thei r health insurance without the guidance of someone who works with this topic every day.” Vicari noted that during the fall of each year, the Medicare Part D (prescription coverage) enrollment period is the busiest time of year for the Ocean County Office of Senior Services. “Senior Services partners
with the County Connection at the Ocean County Mall to reach as many individuals as possible,” Vicari said. “The Par t D days as they are called are always f ull and we are able to help many seniors with the assistance of SHIP counselors. This is a very important function and should continue to be funded by the federal government.” Ocean County has the second highest number of Medicare beneficiaries in the state and of these beneficiaries, 20,900 or 14.5 percent are under the age of 65. A review of last year’s activity shows that more than 38 percent of client
contacts were by phone, 43 percent were in office and a significant 14.9 percent of client contacts were directly in the client’s home by outreach workers. Over 16 percent of those assisted by SHIP were over 85 years of age. “It’s important we tell Washington, D.C. not to eliminate the funding for this essential program for our seniors,” Vicari said. “Ocean County is home to the largest number of seniors in the state, and this would be harmful to so many of them.” Vicari urged seniors and their family members to contact their representatives in Congress to stop the proposed elimination
of the SHIP program funding. “These funds have to be continued,” Vicari said. “We need to joi n with the National Council on Aging to tell our members of Congress to reject these proposed cuts and make needed investments in SHIP.” Last year, the Senate bill suggested cutting SHIP funding by nearly 42 percent, which Congress ultimately rejected after effective advocacy by AAAs and SHIP programs across the country. “We need to increase our efforts this year to ensure that SHIP funding is preserved in a final spending package,” Vicari said.
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Sounds of Summer Concert: Summer Beach Party featuring Alotta Colada starting at 5 p.m. This concert will be held in Veterans Park, Bayville. Parking and entrance into the concert are free. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Call 732-269-4456 for more information. Annual Town Wide Yard Sale at Township of Ocean. Residents can have their address on the yard sale map or request a spot at the common yard sale area that will be set up at the Waretown Lake from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration forms and more information can be found at twpoceannj.gov. Asbury Park Blues & Brews Fest at Bradley Park from noon to 8 p.m. Music all day long on the Main Stage. There will also be a beer garden, arts, crafts and food. This event is free. Blueberry Festival at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539, Whiting, from 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for children under 12 years of age. Tickets are on sale every Sunday after the 8 and 10 a.m. services. For further information, contact the Parish Office at 732-350-2121, Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is
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POOLING TEARS
When the small chamber (lacrimal sac) into which the tears drain from the eye becomes infected, tears become trapped and form a pool. This condition (known as “dacryocystitis”) blocks tears from flowing from the inner corners of the eyes, along the nose, and out through the nasal passages. As bacteria grow in the pool of blocked tears, infection sets in and reddening, tenderness, and swelling develop at the inside corner of the eye. This most commonly occurs in infants and older adults. Treatment may begin with warm compresses and gentle massage, followed by probing of the nasolacrimal duct (tear duct) and a course of oral antibiotics. If the probing proves ineffective, “dacryocystorhinostomy” (DCR) surgery may be recommended. This informative column on dacryocystitis has been brought to you as a public service in the interest of better eye health. At SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A., we can detect early stages of disease during a medical eye examination. At our office we have state-of-the-art equipment and procedures to ensure that you receive the best possible eye health care. We are medical doctors specializing in disease and surgery of the eye. Please call 732-349-5622 to schedule an eye examination. You can trust your eyes to our experience.
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coffee, tea and soft drinks. The bus will depart from Carefree at 10:30 a.m., arrive at Sea Oaks restaurant at 11:30 a.m. for lunch. The bus will leave the restaurant for Atlantic City at 1 p.m., arrive at the Taj Mahal at 1:45 p.m. and depart for Carefree at 6:45. Tickets are $59 and include a slot credit of $15. For tickets, call Gert McKeon at 732341-1755.
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BAYVILLE – The Saint Barnabas Parish provides food, financial assistance and direction to other community resources to the residents of Bayville, Beachwood, Pine Beach, Ocean Gate and South Toms River. There will be a food drive at each summer concert event and Berkeley Pride Day. Those who donate will receive a raffle ticket for each non-perishable food item that is donated. The raffle ticket is for a prize drawing that will take place at the end of each concert. Visit svdpbayville.com for more information.
“Caught Being Good” Program Continues This Summer
BERKELEY – In conjunction with the Berkeley Township Police Department, the township’s “Caught Being Good” program will continue this summer. The program rewards school aged children with a free ice cream cone if they are “caught” by a Berkeley police officer wearing a helmet while riding a bike.
Family Unity Day At Manitou Park
BERKELEY – The 16th Annual Manitou Park Family Unity Day is on August 20 from noon to 8 p.m. at the Manitou Park basketball court. Bring out the family to meet event organizer Robert Taylor, who is a community leader and youth mentor. For more information, call Robert Taylor at 732-269-4456 or visit btrec.org.
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ASTRA Society To Hold Stargazing Event
TOMS RIVER – The Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area (ASTRA) is open to individuals who are interested in astronomy and space sciences. Members are of all ages and all levels of experience. ASTRA has monthly meetings and participates in several star parties throughout the year. Meetings are held on the second Friday of each month, except in August, at 7 p.m. at the Robert J. Novins Planetarium. On July 23, there will be a stargazing event in
Berkeley at Island Beach State Park at parking lot 2 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. The rain date is July 30. Admittance is free, but there must be a ticket for each person attending. ASTRA will provide telescopes for viewing star constellations, planets, the moon and other deep sky astronomical objects. This event is hosted by the Seaside Park Environmental Advisory Committee. Visit atra-nj.org for more information and events.
Summer Dance In Clubhouse II
BERKELEY – Holiday City at Berkeley will have a “Summer Dance” on July 23 in Clubhouse II on Port Royal Drive, from 7 to 11 p.m. Music is provided by the Dee Cees. The dance will have beer, wine, soda, dessert,
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Community News Township To Hold “Night Out Against Crime”
BERKELEY – Berkeley Township’s “Night Out Against Crime” will be held on August 3 at Veteran’s Park at 5 p.m. There will be exhibits and demonstrations by the police, fire and EMS departments; Berkeley Township Municipal Alliance; Ocean County Sheriff’s Department; Ocean County Security and New Jersey State police. Events will include: a State Police helicopter landing, K-9 demonstration, bike rodeo, food and refreshment vendors, contests and giveaways with 100.1 WJRZ and displays by local businesses and civic organizations. Children’s attractions include: rock wall climb, inflatable obstacle course, inflatable
slide, “sumo” wrestling and games and rides. The D.A.R.E. program will also have free giveaways. Unused prescription drugs will be collected at the D.A.R.E. tent from 5 to 9 p.m. Items accepted include: pharmaceuticals disposal only, unused or expired prescription medicine, pills and capsules, pet medications, powdered medications, medicated skin patches and medicated inhalers. Ite ms not accepted include: syringes or blades, radioactive materials, biohazardous materials, bodily fluids, household chemicals, poisons or toxins and caustic agents. The permanent drop-off location for unused medicine is at the Berkeley Township Police Department.
White Sands Beach Hours & Badge Fees
SOUTH SEASIDE PARK – Berkeley Township’s White Sands Beach, 20th to 23rd Avenues is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The fees are as follows: $5 a day, $6 for
weekends and holidays, $20 for a week and $35 for a season. Children under 12 are free. Seniors aged 62 and older are issued a free senior badge with proof of age.
The Pines To Hold Blood Drive WHITING – The Pines at Whiting will host a blood drive on July 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The American Red Cross is needs donations. Appointments are not necessary,
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Save The Date For “Trick Or Trunk”
BERKELEY – The Second Annual “Trick or Trunk” will be held in the parking lot of the Berkeley Township Elementary School
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Mayor Speaks At Coalition Meeting
BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen Amato was the guest speaker at the Holiday City/ Silver Ridge Park Coalition at a meeting held on June 3. The next coalition meeting will be September 2.
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Police Department Makes Move To New Site
SOUTH TOMS RIVER – South Toms River police and other municipal workers are currently moving into the new 10,000 square foot police department and municipal court building designed by DMR Architects at 19 Double Trouble Road. The Hasbrouck Heights-based firm’s plans and cost estimates retrofitted a vacant daycare center into a modern building that addressed the borough’s need for the police to have a separate entry, two holding cells, a processing room and interview room. It will also house all municipal offices and a municipal court with advanced technology for closed circuit
court proceedings and governing body presentations. The new location will also provide for a community room with an interactive smartboard for enforcement training, and space for the borough’s Office of Emergency Management. “DMR helped us see that a vacant building was the best solution for our needs, not just today but many years into the future,” said Oscar Cradle, mayor for South Toms River. “We were also able to complete a redevelopment agreement with other parcels in the borough so the new building helps us serve our residents/ taxpayers better at no cost to them.”
American Littoral Society Makes More Oyster Babies
OCEAN GATE – The American Littoral Society marked the anniversary of its Babies for the Bay program by making more oyster babies for Barnegat Bay. There was a brief ceremony at the Wildwood Avenue Pier in Ocean Gate on June 28 at 11 a.m. The society poured nearly two million oyster larvae into the spat tank on the Wildwood Avenue Pier. The tank was full of shells to which the babies will attach to and begin growing into oysters. Larvae that have attached to a shell are called spat. About one out of every 20 larvae will become spat and on July 15 there was a parade of boats scheduled to deliver them to their permanent home at a man-made reef off Good Luck Point in Barnegat Bay. The oyster nursery and reef are part of a larg-
er project directed by the American Littoral Society. The project aims to help re-establish oyster colonies in Barnegat Bay. Decades of pollution, accelerated by the rampant development along the bay’s shores, have decimated the oyster population. Oysters help keep water clean and protect the shore. They are nature’s water filters; each one is able to clean up to 50 gallons of water a day. Oyster reefs also serve as speed bumps for waves during storms. The Good Luck Point oyster restoration project is a collaborative effort led by the American Littoral Society. Partners include the Barnegat Bay Partnership, Stockton University and ReClam the Bay, with support from Ocean Gate and Berkeley Township. The Good Luck Point Marina has also been instrumental in the project.
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Community Garden Ready For Planting
BERKELEY – The Wrangle Brook Community Garden, sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Ocean County Congregation in partnership with Berkeley Township, is gearing up for planting. Last year a fence was erected around one-half acre of open field and a well and pump were installed and electrical service was established. The garden offers individual or family mem-
berships for $25 a year for one bed. There are also memberships for volunteers who want to plant and tend to the one quarter acre section that is dedicated for growing vegetables for the food pantries. For information about membership and making a donation to this organization, contact Bonney Parker at 732-608-3028.
Township To Hold Community Pride Day
BERKELEY – Berkeley Township is holding its 26th Annual Community Pride Day on September 10 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Veteran’s Park. The day will feature activities like: cartoon characters, kiddie rides, face painting, games prizes, food vendors, local talent, exhibits, arts and
crafts, 50/50 raffle, classic cars and awards presentations. Entertainment features Sounds of the Street at 5: 30 p.m. and The Infernos Band at 7:15 p.m. Stay for fireworks after the show. For more information, visit btrec.org or call 732-269-4456.
New Farmers Market And Historical Society Museum Hours BAYVILLE – The new Berkeley Farmers Market is held every Tuesday through October from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Berkeley Recreation Center, located on Route 9 in Bayville. Local vendors from around the area, including Moore’s Farm Market, sell Jersey Fresh produce, as well as other items of interest. Officials said local support is critical in
making this a success, so come on out and support the local vendors. Also new this year, the Berkeley Township Historical Society museum will be open during market hours. Interested in finding out the history of the town? Stop by and check it out. Save the Bayville Dinosaur shirts will be on sale at the museum.
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Many of you are eating fermented foods and drinking kombucha under the advice of well-meaning practitioners, bloggers or magazine articles you’ve read. If you have any autoimmune disease (Hashimoto’s, Graves’ disease), or have hypothyroidism, insomnia, gastrointestinal disorders, chronic pain, panic attacks, fatigue, depression, anxiety, chronic headaches, skin rashes or brain fog, your miserable symptoms could be coming from what’s on your plate. Fermented foods are, by definition, a food that is undergoing the process of turning into alcohol through the use of yeast, bacteria, fungus (mold) or enzymes that break down the food. It’s food that’s starting to rot a little, right? For example, it’s milk that’s starting to rot and turn into cheese. Tofu is fermented soy and sauerkraut is fermented cabbage. Grapes become alcohol.. Ferment a sausage and you’ll get salami. As you read this today, I want you to ask yourself: Do I react well or badly after eating cheese, cold cuts, yogurt or any fermented food, including tofu and leftovers. Do I react well after drinking wine, soy milk or kombucha? Did you know one of the top reasons for migraines is fermented foods? The logic in recommendations to restore friendly gut bacteria to your microbiome is important, it’s essential. I’m all for a healthy gut. I’ve been an advocate for probiotic supplementation for two decades, before it became vogue. But the tight junctions in your gut
aren’t really closing up after you eat tofu or drink vinegar (kombucha), and if it is happening, your zonulin levels should come down. Feel free to send me a study that proves that. Fermented foods may cause uncomfortable side effects for some of you like bloating, flatulence, belching, headaches, palpitations, itchiness and rashes. Fermented foods and drinks are very high in histamine. Eating high-histamine foods can cause histamine levels to skyrocket within minutes and it will accumulate to a sickening level if you cannot break it down fast enough and it accumulates. Throw out leftovers because they are high in histamine. The Internet is a black hole of bad information. So because fermented foods are high in histamine, I say to avoid them if you have an autoimmune disorder. Now, I’m not trying to take all your fun away. I know you love some of those foods. I’m not saying they are bad for all of you. But all of you who eat fermented foods or drink fermented drinks know who you are…you are still the ones who are miserable with plaguing symptoms, and if you trace it back in your mind, there may be a correlation to what you are eating and drinking. This is what I want you to think about and if you have the mind clarity, keep a food diary and see if you can track flare-ups to fermented foods. If you sign up for my free newsletter, I’ll send you an email with a longer version of this article, and a list of foods that are high in histamine.
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reproduced in small batches, if not locally, within the country. The Art Star Craft Bazaar aims to offer something for everyone at a range of prices to accommodate all budgets. The bazaar will benefit Move for Hunger, a nonprofit founded to transform moving into an opportunity to reduce food waste and help feed the hungry. There will also be fresh food vendors and live acoustic music. While visiting the bazaar, Art Star encourages guests to explore all that Asbury Park has to offer. There is a variety of independent shops and restaurants along the boardwalk, as well as a shopping district along Cookman Avenue and connecting side streets. This event is free to attend and will occur rain or shine. The Art Star Craft Bazaar is pet friendly. Visit artstarcraftbazaar.com for more information.
Rutgers Master Gardeners Donate Produce To Local Charities
OCEAN COUNTY – The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County volunteers (RMGOC), in conjunction with the Farmers Against Hunger organization, pick or “glean” the “imperfect” produce grown during the local farmers’ growing season. Farmers Against Hunger advertises when the produce is ready to be gathered or “gleaned” by RMGOC volunteers, who then come out in droves, to gather, clean and then donate the produce to local organizations, such as Catholic Charities, Peoples Pantry, Visitation Relief Center and various church soup kitchens and local food banks.
The RMGOC also runs a garden in which produce is grown, harvested and donated to local food banks and charities, under the chair of Noreen Baris, Kathy D’Antonio, Rick Marine and Sue Priolo. These chairs also organize the “gleaning” outings with Farmers Against Hunger. Last year, RMGOC harvested, gleaned and distributed over 9,000 pounds of produce such as corn, cucumbers, eggplant, apples, butternut squash, cheese pumpkins, sweet potatoes, white potatoes and cabbage to local Ocean County food banks.
Join Holiday City South’s Bowling League
BERKELEY – The Fall season of Holiday City South’s Bowling League begins September 9. The league meets at Ocean Lanes every Friday at 12:20 p.m. to bowl with friends. The season will be 33 weeks
at $12 per week with 100 percent handicap. If interested, call Barbara Sassano at 732341-8349 or Carol Green at 908-783-2522. Carpooling is available at the clubhouse parking lot.
Weekly Bingo Night Schedule
BERKELEY – Bingo is held weekly on the following days: On Mondays, bingo is held at Holiday City South starting at 7 p.m. On Tuesdays, bingo is held at Holiday City Carefree Progressive
bingo from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. On Wednesdays, bingo is held at Holiday City West from 6:30 to 9 p.m. On Thursdays, bingo is held at Holiday City Berkeley starting at 6:30 p.m.
Summer Beach Party
SOUTH SEASIDE PARK – The 12th Annual Summer Beach Party is on July 20 at the 23rd Avenue beach. Alotta Colada has a lineup of musicians complete with props and party music. The summer beach party is free to the
public. Attendees should bring their own beach chairs, beach towels, coolers and volley balls. Food vendors will be at the beach. For full concert details and updates, contact the recreation department at 732-2694456 or visit btrec.org.
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sail properly and safely.” Higham said the proclamation presented by the mayor was issued by Third District Congressman Tom MacArthur. “It was a nice honor and it is also part of our yearlong celebration of events,” he said. “We also won best decorated sailboat with our old duck boat called “Duck Soap” during the Fourth of July parade.” The club’s headquarters was built in 1916 for the purpose of enjoying sailing, power boating, fishing and general social purposes. The club operates by a nautical tradition and with a simple desire to sail and have fun. The aim is for sailors young and old to enjoy several relaxing hours on a regular basis which the leadership of the group hopes will lead to a lifetime of confidence and competence on the water. “The friend-
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$900,000 is in the township budget. The use of surplus as revenue will go from $2 million to $2.4 million. However, it is the tax base, still recovering from Sandy, that is having a prolonged impact on how Berkeley funds its budget, said Mayor Carmen Amato. The amount of total assessed valuation though climbed by $17.5 million over last year, with $5.119 billion in property value in Berkeley, said Amato. Berkeley still has a ways to go to recover the ratables lost to Sandy, said the mayor. In 2010, ratables totaled $5.172 billion. There’s about $53 million gap from pre-Sandy levels due to the storm recovery and tax appeals, he said. Still, Ebenau said Berkeley is in better shape than many of its Sandy-impacted peers, this being the first tax increase in three years, and it coming in at 1.75 cents per $100. The budget itself is growing about $800,000 over last year, when the budget was $45.23 million. Another way the after-effects of Sandy is fueling the budget numbers: the township has to pay back its borrowed Sandy money. Amato said Berkeley will pay one-fifth back of its borrowed Sandy special emer-
ships and entertaining rivalries that develop along the way are priceless,” said Higham. The commodore said that the PBYC welcomes sailors and other boaters of all ages and skill levels from beginners to seasoned veterans: men and women and boys and girls. The organization first came together in early 1909 when Charles M. Horter bought what is now Pine Beach Borough for $10,000. By April 11, 1909, streets and lots had been planned, Midland and Henley Avenues graded, and Riverside Drive open to Station Avenue. On that day, Easter Sunday, a Philadelphia and Long Branch Railroad train brought the first group of prospective lot buyers. Among those in the group were Charles F. Wheeler and William L. Wilson who became the founders of the Pine Beach Yacht Club. A year later, Wheeler and Wilson saw the need for “a clubhouse to supply recreational needs and provide fellowship
among residents …someplace to go and meet friends,” according to the certificate honoring the PBYC. By May 1, 1916, they had sold enough $25 charter subscriptions to incorporate the Pine Beach Yacht Club. Plans called for a one-floor clubhouse of a bungalow- type with wide piazzas. On August 12, 1916 the club officially opened. Electricity was furnished by the dynamo of the Pine Beach Inn (Admiral Farragut Academy) which had the only electric lights in town. Cost of constructing the club: $1,500. As Pine Beach grew, so did demands on the club for more than an open hall, and in 1921, what is now Hoffman Hall was jacked up and the first floor, as it is today, was built underneath it at a cost of $7,000. In celebration, the Club sponsored the first 4th of July parade with a band brought in from Philadelphia. Games and dances follow. That tradition has continued and the club’s participation with the community
concerning Independence Day events is a staple in the community. The club from its beginning until after World War II was primarily a social club. Only a minority of its members were boat owners. It was, until the depression years (1929), a main organizer of most social and community activity. Today, the club also serves the community as a safe, supervised daytime junior sailing school. There’s also evening and weekend socials and racing. “It was decided by the membership in 2003 to pursue the construction of a new club for the enjoyment of our current and future members. Many members have donated their time, energy and financial resources to plan the design and funding of our future club. Our fundraising efforts allowed us to complete this historic undertaking in the spring of 2009,” Higham said. To learn more about the PBYC, visit its website pbycnj.com.
gency funds, which equals $1.2 million. “If not for this deferred charge, the spending portion of the budget would have been down $364,345.45 from the 2015 spending portion of the budget,” said Amato. The township has asked for more time to repay its Superstorm Sandy Aid, asking the state to give it 10 years instead of five-year terms on its $6 million. That money was borrowed as part of a special emergency appropriation package to Berkeley to pay for clean-up and infrastructure repairs. Amato said the township has made payments already, totaling about $3.6 million, but is asking the state to allow Berkeley to pay back the remaining $2.4 million over an extended period, of five years beyond that. “As previously mentioned, we’re still optimistic about the Superstorm Sandy Legislation,” Amato said. “This would certainly be very helpful to Sandy impacted municipalities. As I noted, this would not cost the State any additional monies just permit Sandy impacted municipalities to repay these notes over a longer period of time. This legislation would no doubt help Berkeley Township and all Sandy affected municipalities in a positive way.” Elsewhere in the budget, a four percent increase in employee group health insurance means $250,000 more in spending there, to $7 million.
Contractually, snow removal costs increased, as have employee salaries, at 1.8 percent. But the mayor said it’s hoped the prolonging the burden of Sandy aid repayment, along with a second piece of accounting, would have negated the need for a tax increase. Amato said that second issue is related to the disabled Veteran’s property tax exemption. Berkeley removes $34 million in ratables from its tax rolls because the property is owned by disabled veterans. Amato hopes the state will fill in the local tax holes, since it is a state program that allows for the exemption. The legislation that would decide the issue, S-265, received bi-partisan support as it unanimously passed the Senate Urban Affairs Committee on March 7, said the mayor. “Berkeley Township has 202 disabled veterans’ property tax exemptions. These exemptions remove $34,529,900 in assessed value. Berkeley Township subsidizes this particular state exemption in the amount of $695,000 per year,” said Amato. “This legislation would also have a very positive impact on all municipalities in the state.” Amato said, “If these pieces of legislation would become law, we would be able to eliminate the slight increase in the 2016 introduced budget.”
Seaside Heights Movies On The Beach
SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Movies on the Beach series of events will continue this summer. The events will be held Sundays and Tuesdays through August. The events are free and will take place on the sand at Carteret Ave. Bring beach chairs or blankets to enjoy the film. The schedule for July is: July 24 – “Aladdin;” July 26 – “The Spongebob Movie;” and July 31 – “Pixels.” The full schedule for August is: August 2 – “Jurassic World;” August 7 – “Shaun the Sheep;” August 9 – “Goosebumps;” August 14 – “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles;” August 16 – “Inside Out;” August 21 – “Pan;” August 23 – “The Good Dinosaur;” August 28 – “Norm of the North;” and August 30 – “Finding Nemo.”
Seaside Park Council Meetings SEASIDE PARK – The Borough of Seaside Park Council meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m. in the Borough Council Chambers, 6th and Central Avenues, Seaside Park.
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BAYVILLE – Policemen’s Benevolent Association 237 of Berkeley Township will host its Second Annual Benefit Golf Tournament on August 5 at Cedar Creek Golf Course. The golf outing includes golf, cart and barbeque after the tournament at the Bayville VFW. Those unable to golf are welcome to attend the barbeque for $20. Hole and tee-shirt sponsorships are available and door prize donations are welcome. Registration begins at noon, shotgun start
at 1 p.m. Cost is $85 for golf and barbeque. Format is four-man “captain and crew.” Sponsors: $75 per hole, $150 tee-shirt imprint, $200 for both hole and tee-shirt. Door prize donations welcome. Barbeque will be at approximately 4 p.m. Funds will benefit PBA 237’s Holiday Fund Drive. Make checks payable to “PBA 237.” Mail check and registration forms to PBA 237, PO Box 237, Bayville, NJ 08721. Call Chris Schick for further information at 732-232-6293.
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Professional Profile Preferred Home Healthcare & Nursing Services
By Robert D. Verderese The first thing you will notice upon meeting Joel Markel, President and owner of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing Services, a home health care agency, is his friendly and soothing demeanor. The cadence of his voice reveals a compassion that is as genuine as it is heart-felt. In a business which concerns itself with traumatic family situations, Joel’s caring bedside manner seems all-the-more important. Indeed, the company motto, “Home Health Care with Feeling,” is not just a catchy sales pitch but rather the core of the business ethos—born out of a series of family tragedies which ultimately manifested in Joel a profound and compelling empathy. Joel’s misfortunes commenced when he was about 35 years old with the news that his widowed sister Helen had been diagnosed with terminal skin cancer. Consequently, Markel and his wife Stephanie took Helen and her two young sons into their home. “We could not find a home health care agency that provided the full-time care my sister required’’, Markel recollected. “On top of that, my sister lamented over never seeing the same person twice. This did not comfort her.” A short time after this cancer reared its ugly head again when their son Ryan was born with pediatric cancer. “Nurses who were pediatric specialists and willing to care for Ryan at home were extremely hard to come by,” Markel recalls. “And all of the nurses were reluctant to treat Ryan by virtue of how sick he was.” During this trying time, Markel learned a lot about home health care agencies. He learned that most were very limited in terms of the care that was provided. Most only provided services for geriatric care; with very few providing care for children and fewer still for both the old and the young. He also discovered that there were almost no nurses who were qualified to care for patients who were severely sick. “The care that was available at this time was not adequate for us,” Markel recounts. “My wife and I realized that virtually all health care agencies were deficient both from a professional and emotional standpoint.” Tragically, Joel Markel’s sister Helen died shortly after his son Ryan was born and Ryan—who had acute complications from birth—passed at 11 months of age. As a result of these tribulations, Markel’s heart— although filled with grief— began to orient itself in a more empathetic sphere. “I longed to talk with parents
who lost children. I wanted to help them with their pain and in turn for them to help me. I wanted to comfort them and for them to comfort me—I needed some kind of support!” Markel reminisced with unbridled passion. Teeming with empathy, Markel resolved to start a support group for fathers who lost children. This under-
explains. To be sure, at Preferred, caregivers provide an important social connection for their patients as well as an outlet to social activities—with transportation to adult day care or simply having company or professional assistance for a walk in the neighborhood. Preferred Home Health Care’s success Markel attributes almost exclusively to its tenet: “Home Health Care with Feeling.” He believes it’s that emphasis on compassion for others which has sustained the agency for more than 25 years. “We care for people and are committed to helping as many people in need of quality home health care as possible” says Markel. Preferred services include care for infants, babies, adults and seniors, tailored to meet each patient’s specific needs. The agency provides around-the-clock or hourly service, with either medical or non-medical assistance available. Whether it is 24 hour service from a registered nurse or 3 hour a day care from a home health aide, the company’s underlying mission remains singular—to treat each patient like family in the comfort of their home, (rather than living in a hospital) promoting independence and dignity for an optimal quality of life. “Every caregiver at Preferred must have a bona fide passion for the work they do,” Markel expresses. “It’s not just a preference,
“We care for people and are committed to helping as many people in need of quality home health care as possible” – Joel Markel taking, however, quickly revealed itself to be one of futility insofar as fathers had no desire communicating their losses to one another. This harrowing time in Markel’s life he aptly described as his ‘Book of Job’ time. Nevertheless, it was this dark period which shed light on the significance of quality home health care in people’s lives. “I started really contemplating the possibility of running a home health care agency,” Markel reflected. This contemplation became a reality when—after reading in The New York Times that a home health care agency in central New Jersey was for sale—Markel shortly after bought the company with the intent of dedicating all his efforts to providing comprehensive home health care ‘with feeling’ to people in the greatest need. Servicing New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Markel’s vision of providing superior home health care with an emotional touch has been fully actualized by Preferred: “We foster a culture of emotional connectivity here. It is essential for our caregivers to assume a familial role for the people they take care of,” Markel
it’s a prerequisite,” he continues. Although hiring caregivers who are passionate is paramount at Preferred, other more tangible qualifications are important as well. For instance, all of the caregivers that work for the agency are fully licensed, bonded and insured, and are subject to a thorough screening and vetting process. Indeed, it is this fusion of ‘passion’ and ‘quality’ which really distinguishes Preferred from its competitors and serves as the principal impetus for the company’s long-standing success. Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses also figure prominently within Preferred Home Health Care’s family of professionals. For more than 20 years, these highly skilled caregivers provide stateof-the-art services and technology to their patients. In addition, the clinical professionals at Preferred teach patients and their families how to manage their illnesses or injuries and explain post-treatment home care needs, such as: diet, nutrition, exercise programs and self-administration of medication. The RNs
and LPNs at Preferred are also instrumental in establishing a care plan or contribute to an existing plan developed by the patient’s doctor. When Joel Markel bought Preferred, over 20 years ago, he could never have envisioned the company’s current status as a multi-faceted, premiere health care agency. By surrounding himself with good, smart, highly qualified people who shared his ‘philosophy of care,’ Markel set out to create a health care agency that went far beyond its traditional confines. For instance, more than half of the agency’s patients are children who have serious medical conditions. These children are cared for by RNs with specialized pediatric expertise which is second-to-none, who provide the most advanced, integrated and extensive services available. Preferred also provides individual care for children while at school, assisting with bus transportation, fieldtrips and providing a clinical eye that is as vigilant as it is consequential. To say that Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing Services was born out of tragedy is as true as the changing seasons. The idea to start the business began with Markel’s difficulty of not being able to find quality home health care for both his terminally sick sister and seriously ill son, and tragically culminating with their respective deaths. But it was this dark experience which made Markel aware of the importance of comprehensive home health care and which ultimately motivated him to create Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing Services—home health care ‘with feeling.’ You can reach Preferred anytime via preferredcares.com or by calling 800-603-CARE (2273).
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of July 16-July 22 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Inhale inspiration and fresh ideas, but exhale an urge to break off and go off on your own. Consider ideas that inspire you to attempt bigger and better things in the week ahead without going off on a tangent. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Watch where you put your feet, for the toes you step on may not be your own. You’ll feel sociable in the week ahead but someone could be too focused on making a profit. Be mindful of the feelings of others. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Intelligence has impact. Your ideas and words can incite a heated discussion or comfortable conversation as this week unfolds. Social situations might cause you some confusion when you are pulled two ways. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Place business and pleasure at opposite ends of the spectrum in the week to come. Attempts to gain the upper hand in business through social maneuvering could backfire. Focus your energy on creative outlets. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get ahead of the game. Your preference may be to hide away in a peaceful nook and meditate. Pay attention to a nagging inner voice that tells you a job must be completed. This week you can get a jump on the competition. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You could sit around and look pretty or take steps to be beautiful. Head off to the gym for a workout or ask a friend to join you in a bike ride. Fresh air and exercise can revitalize your relationships in the week ahead. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may
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Holiday City EMS Upgrades Equipment
BERKELEY – The Holiday City at Berkeley (HCB) EMS Squad has noticed that donations were considerably down this year. However, there were able to find the money in the budget to purchase some life-saving equipment that makes it easier for the squad to help the public. The squad is now hooked up to a communications app on squad member’s smart phones. When residents call 9-1-1, the county dispatches it to our radios, pagers and smart phones. The smart phone gets more information and the correct spelling of residents’ addresses. Street names are sometimes sound similar, but with the correct spelling and a GPS map and directions on the smart phone, that won’t be a problem any longer. This information is only transmitted to the person on the EMS squad and unlike the radio, can’t be accessed by everyone. The squad recently purchased a new ambulance, 202. The old ambulance began
to cost too much to keep repairing the old one. Although, the squad has kept the older ambulance as a back up if 204 or 202 are out of service for any reason as the squad attempts to always have two ambulances answering calls every day. The squad has upgraded the automated electronic defibrillators and also purchased automated CPR equipment, which does more consistent compressions than a human can do and can be used while transporting patients. Last year, the first aid squad bought a new stretcher that enables some of the smaller and older responders to lift heavy people onto the ambulance. It replaced an old manual stretcher that sometimes took four people to lift. The EMS squad still needs volunteers. Consider finding time in busy schedule to volunteer and give back to the community. Phone books and aluminum cans can now be recycled at HCBEMS.
Family Movie Night At Veteran’s Park BERKELEY – The Berkeley Township Department of Recreation presents a family movie night on August 31 at Veteran’s Park, starting at 7 p.m. The movie will be “Kung Fu Panda 3.”
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The Infernos Summer Performance BERKELEY – La Guardia and Associates presents The Infernos Harmony Summer Musical Tour on September 10 at Veterans Park starting at 7:30 p.m.
Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen Master The Secrets Behind An Award-Worthy Asian Seafood Dish By Wolfgang Puck
Exactly 22 years ago, I was invited to create the food for the premiere party of a blockbuster summer film unlike anything the movie-going public had ever seen. No, it didn’t feature spaceships flying through the galaxy or dinosaurs run amok. It was just the story of a simple man who lived an extraordinary life - a life he summed up by comparing it to a box of chocolates. Yes, that movie was “Forrest Gump.” And the extraordinary lead performance by Tom Hanks went on to win him his second Oscar, after taking one home the year before for “Philadelphia.” For that event, the studio asked me to make a special seafood dish with Southeast Asian influences. I’m not sure what led them to such a request, though I do know that the first Thai restaurants had begun opening in Los Angeles only two decades before, and they were still considered something new and hip. Whatever the reason, I decided to come up with a Thai-style preparation for mussels, a dish full of exciting flavors that my chefs and I could prepare quickly and easily so we could send out fresh batch after batch to the large gathering. Considering how exotic Thai seasonings seem to most people, even today, though the cuisine is certainly almost as familiar now as Chinese, you might have stopped and wondered when I described that dish as being quick and easy. It really is. The real barrier people have to preparing Thai Curried Mussels, the recipe I made for the premiere and share here, is not that it requires any special equipment or techniques; it’s simply that the ingredients aren’t commonly found in the pantries of most home kitchens in America. That doesn’t have to be the case anymore. In almost any good-sized city, and many small towns as well, you can now find ethnic Southeast Asian markets. Many well-stocked supermarkets everywhere also carry a surprising number of ingredients from the Thai kitchen, including those I call for in this recipe, including bright, zesty-tasting kaffir lime leaves and fresh lemongrass, spicy Thai chiles and Thai curry powder. And you can also find and purchase them online. Add fresh mussels that you buy the same day you’ll cook them, and keep them fresh and cold in your refrigerator. Scrub thoroughly under cold running water, pull off the “beards” at their hinges, and you’re ready to have this dish ready to serve (as an appetizer for four people or a main dish for two) in well under half an hour of cooking time. And who knows? Your new dish may win you a special award from your family and friends!
THAI CURRIED MUSSELS Serves 2 to 4 8 scallions, root ends trimmed, 4 left whole, 4 finely chopped 1/4 cup (60 mL) peanut oil, plus extra for serving 1 large kaffir lime leaf, crushed, or 2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest 1-inch (2.5-m) piece fresh ginger, preferably young, finely chopped, about 1 1/2 tablespoons 1 stalk fresh lemongrass, bottom 4 inches (10 cm) smashed and split lengthwise 2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 fresh Thai green chiles, or other small hot fresh green or red chiles 1 heaping teaspoon Thai red cur r y powder 1 heaping teaspoon ground turmeric 1/3 cup (85 mL) unseasoned rice vinegar 1/2 cup (125 mL) good-quality canned tomato sauce 2 pounds (1 kg) large, fresh mussels, such as green-lipped variety (about 16 large mussels), thoroughly scrubbed and debearded 1/2 cup (125 mL) water, plus more as needed 2 to 3 teaspoons granulated sugar About 2 1/4 cups (560 mL) steamed rice 4 small sprigs fresh cilantro, for garnish Fill a large bowl with water and ice. Cut off the tops of 4 of the scallions to get pieces about 5 inches long. Cut through the green tops lengthwise 2 or 3 times to form strips attached to the base. Place in the ice water and refrigerate. Heat the oil in a large wide pan over high heat. Add the chopped scallion, kaffir lime leaf (or lime zest), ginger, lemongrass, garlic and chiles. Saute until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the curry powder and turmeric; stir to combine. Immediately stir in the vinegar to deglaze the pan. Add the tomato sauce, and stir well to combine it with the other ingredients. Add the mussels and stir well to combine them with the sauce. Stir in the water to bring the sauce to a consistency that coats the mussels evenly. Sprinkle in the sugar, cover the pan and reduce the heat to medium. Cook 8 to 10 minutes until all the mussels have opened, adding more water as necessary to keep them steaming. Discard any unopened mussels. Pull open the shells a bit more and arrange the cooked mussels on a platter or in a large, shallow bowl. Spoon some sauce over them. Garnish with the drained scallion brushes. Drizzle with peanut oil. Serve with steamed rice, top with the remaining sauce and garnish with cilantro.
(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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