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THE TOMS RIVER
Vol. 12 - No. 12
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July 16, 2016
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 f looded 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 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 –Photos by Lois Rogers by displaying a Blue Ribbon as a symbol of Top, Church Warden Dennis Bellars, right, and Father Douglas Eberly by the pilings for the new St. Elisabeth’s Chapel-by- our support and mourning for these fallen the-Sea. The chapel sits across from the ocean and will rise 10 feet above sea level once complete. knights can contact the Mayor directly and By Lois Rogers the rise again. Retired Canon John T. Morrow was one you will be supplied with one at no charge. ORTLEY BEACH – About four years after The rows of pilings recently pounded into of many church goers who reflected on the They can be worn on clothing, hung from it was swept away by Superstorm Sandy, St. the ground. The pilings will help elevate the affection in which the original chapel – car antennas, mailboxes, doors, etc.” Those interested can receive a ribbon at Elisabeth’s Chapel-by-the-Sea in the Ortley new chapel 10 feet above sea level, where thought to be the oldest surviving building Beach section of Toms River is clearly on it sits just across the street from the ocean. (Chapel - See Page 5) (Dallas - See Page 7)
Nearly 7 Decades Of Ocean County Fair
By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – 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 arti-
cles 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 (Fair - See Page 7)
County Considers Move, Closing Its TR Garage
By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – County government is looking to build a garage in Manchester, and would likely close the county garage in Jackson and move operations from Toms River as a result. The Board of Freeholders heard plans during a recent pre-Board meeting to construct a county road department garage in the Ridgeway section of Manchester Township. While the Freeholders’ talked about “smart growth and future savings,” the exact potential would come from consolidating the Toms River facilities to Manchester.
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“I know the County bought the property at the 547 end of Ridgeway Road and got Planning Board Approval to create a satellite facility there. From what I have heard the area is supposed to be a mini Public Works yard where they would keep equipment and materials on site to better serve the county roads and property in this area,” Manchester Council Vice President Samuel Fusaro told The Toms River Times. “The south side of Ridgeway, toward Leisure Knoll, is zoned for light industry and as such their facility would meet the standards of the (Garage - See Page 24)