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Berkeley Soccer Program Scores Special Success

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–Photos by Lois Rogers (Above) Coach John Truhan encourages Brandon Kiernan to join him in a high five. Top right, Mayor and council attended the soccer awards ceremony and handed out trophies to the special needs children. Bottom right, Collin Shive accepts his trophy at the end of the soccer season for a special needs childrens league in Berkeley.

By Lois Rogers BERKELEY – Outside the temperature may have been soaring but inside the Berkeley Township Recreation Center July 23 it was way cool as parents, friends and township officials gathered to honor more than a dozen youngsters who gave it their all in the inaugural season of a special needs soccer program.

Ten players between the ages of six and 10

received medals, trophies and certificates awarded by Mayor Carmen Amato with an assist by council members including Judy Noonan and Sophia Gingrich. Following the ceremony, the kids and adults relaxed over pizza and cake.

The new team was the brainchild of Tracy Zuccaro, a Berkeley Township employee, who emceed the event. Zuccaro, whose son, Robert, is autistic, had started a basketball

program for the youngsters two years ago.

The single mom said she recognized that Robert, 10, like many special needs children, had never been able to play sports and that she wanted to “make things happen for the special needs kids in the area.”

With the help and support of volunteers (Soccer - See Page 5)

By Catherine Galioto his year will again see a deep field of candidates vying for seats on the Central Regional School Board to represent Berkeley Township.

Three seats for are up for grabs, and 10 candidates filed to run: Matthew G. Parks of Riverside Drive, Jason Mroczka of Mill Creek Road, incumbent Jennifer Leicht of Pheasant Drive, Christine Dwight of Jeanette Street, John Paul Sisler of Pelican Drive, incumbent John Hudak of Morris Blvd., Donnie Clyburn of Second Avenue, Lou Tuminaro of Deal Avenue, Ralph Frulio of Butler Avenue and Al Aires of Halsley Avenue.

Joseph Mielewski’s is the third seat, but he did not file.

In 2015, Central Regional’s school board race had six candidates vying for two spots, with about two hundred votes separating the winners from the losing candidates on Election Day. The seats are for full, three-year terms.

Berkeley The local school board for Berkeley Schools – overseeing its four elementary schools – will have three seats on the November ballot, and seven Candidates have filed to run.

Among them are the three incumbents.

(Candidates - See Page 5)

Safe To Swim In? County Tests Beaches For Bacteria

By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – The regular testing by county health officials reveal several beaches with higher-than-permitted levels of harmful bacteria, but in several cases the next-day levels would drop to safety enough for the beaches to remain open.

Each year from mid-April to early September, the Ocean County Health Department monitors the county’s more than 70 rivers, lakes, creeks and other waterways to ensure their safety for bathers. Ocean County Department of

Health Public Information Officer Leslie Terjesen said the county’s salt water and brackish water—partly salty, partly fresh—is tested every Monday and its creeks, ponds and lakes each Tuesday. They are looking for elevated levels of certain bacteria that are harmful to humans.

“We are a resort area, we have tourists coming down, we certainly want people to be able to enjoy the water. If the bacteria or Enterococcus comes out high, day one, we let each municipality know. They post it at their beach,” Terjesen said.

They test for Enterococcus and Fecal Coliform, both bacteria found in the intestines of warm-blooded mammals. Enterococcus must read below 104 colonies per 100 ml water and Fecal Coliform below 200 colonies per 100ml of water to be considered safe. The water is immediately resampled to test the levels again.

According to the NJ Department of Environmental Protection, “Swimming in or contact with polluted water can cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as (Beaches - See Page 4)

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nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, respiratory symptoms like sore throat, cough, runny nose, and sneezing, eye and ear symptoms including irritation, earache, and itchiness, dermatological symptoms like skin rash and itching, and flu-like symptoms such as fever and chills. These symptoms are minor most of the time, but can occasionally be more serious, especially in sensitive populations, such as in children and elderly. People should also not swim with open sores, and see a doctor if a cut does become infected after water exposure.”

For example, the county tested both beaches at Harry Wright Lake in Manchester. The levels exceeded the county’s limits on July 20. The bacteria levels were even higher the following day. While sunbathers were still allowed on the beach, the lake was closed for swimming on July 22 and 23. When the lake was tested at the beginning of the season on May 17, both beaches were well below county limits on bacteria levels.

“Anybody has the ability to close the beach on the first high count, but it’s not a requirement per the regulations,” OCHD Environmental Health Coordinator John Protonentis said. “The second high count is to close the beach.”

“If they go back the next day, if it’s a high count again, we close the beach, and it will not reopen until we do what’s called a sanitary survey,” Terjesen added. “We have to get a good result, then we do a sanitary survey: Is there an area of birds? is there a boat leaking?

We look to make sure there’s nothing besides the lack of movement of water and the rain and the bacteria. So we take this very seriously, we have a summer crew that comes out every day.”

Protonentis said the reason for closings is almost always rain related.

“Most of our high counts we get in the summer are rain driven. It you might get an outlier if we had a complaint if somebody let loose their holding tanks, so far and few between.

The rain is really what drives the numbers up,” he said.

Micromedia Publications asked about two specific areas, the beaches in Beachwood and Windward Beach in Brick. Although closings of beaches are typically rare, those have been known to have issues over the years. Beachwood beaches were named among some of the dirtiest back in 2011.

“After it rains, to wait at least 24 hours before they go in the water, because what happens is a lot of runoff, what you have in Beachwood the storm drains, the same thing at Windward Beach, so there’s higher bacteria content at that time. Also Beachwood at a cove, so there’s not a lot of movement as there is in the rest of the bay and the rest of the river. The same thing with Windward beach, it’s pretty inland, so you’re getting that run-off but not movement,” Terjesen said.

Beachwood has been good this summer, she added.

“They sunk a bunch of money into the Beachwood infrastructure over there for the storm water runoff. What we saw is it’s getting better since they did all the work. Most of the river sites on the toms river are going to

be little higher after the rain,” Protonentis said. “Windward is up on the Metedeconk, but it’s the same thing. They get a lot of pollution from upstream, depending on what’s up there, that’s what going to carry down to the beach areas for swimming after rain.”

“Beachwood we test early because we wanted to see –Photo by Catherine Galioto if the infrastruc- The swimming beach in Beachwood at Eagles Nest park on ture changes were the riverfront was once labeled worst in the state for its high actually doing any- bacteria, but county officials said it is testing has come back thing,” Protonentis better this season. said. The first recorded level in Beachwood in June showed 10 and seaweed, he said. Three times a week at cfu per 100 ml. The readings were below 10 Windward they run a beach sweeper as well. the following week, but on July 18 read 100 The latest reports at press time showed that cfu, just below the 104 limit.

Harry Wright Lake, Lake Horicon in LakeBeachwood Borough did not respond by hurst, and Ocean County Park Beach all tested press time for comment. high for Fecal Coliform on July 19. While Up at Windward Beach this season, Brick the numbers were within acceptable range in Recreation Director Dan Santaniello said Lakehurst and Lakewood the following day, the season thus far has seen advisories but Harry Wright Lake stayed high. no closings.

OCHD is part of a five-county and other “Those advisories are just that the levels are state and local agencies Cooperative Coastal elevated, and they want to get a second test Monitoring Program, part of the NJ DEP. the next day, and always those levels have Thus far during the summer beach season, went down from the previous day,” Sant- all beaches have been open 99.9 percent of aniello said. The lifeguards are constantly the time for bathing. raking the beach for glass, geese droppings, For the latest testing results, visit ochd.org.

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and encouragement and support from the township, the basketball program “went extremely well,” she said.

So well, in fact, that she decided to start up a soccer program – a natural in a township where soccer flourishes. She won the support of the Berkeley Soccer Association and the program started up this spring with John Truhan coaching.

The players met for practice on Sundays and got together at the soccer fields on Eastern Blvd. The last day of the season was on July 17. Though the turnout was low on the scorching hot day, Truhan en-

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The candidates are: incumbent Edward Ca m ma r ato of But t e r nut La ne, i ncumbent John MacMoyle of Northern Blvd., Jennifer Bacchione of Albatross Point, Michele Shedlock of Maria Lane, Marguerite Penn of Barbados Drive, Cathy Janiak of Ravenwood Court and incumbent Stephen Pellechia of Costa

The Berkeley Times, July 30, 2016, Page 5 thusiastically helped Robert Zuccaro and Nancy and Chris Kiernan’s sons, Matthew, 7 and Brandon, 5, enhance their skills.

Before the practice was done, Truhan noted, Brandon scored two goals.

Truhan spoke supportively of having sports programs for special needs youngsters, an idea the Central Regional math teacher and basketball coach thinks highly of. The programs, he said are geared to encourage the youngsters to participate comfortably in sports in ways that allow them to “be who they are.”

Nancy Kiernan said that the practices were of real benefit to the children, combining athletics and physical therapy in ways that help them to focus and interact

with others. It had even helped them with speech, she said.

Zucarro, who hopes to expand the program to include bowling in the near future, explained to everyone gathered for the awards day how playing soccer had benefited her son. “I’m very proud and pleased.

I didn’t know he could kick a soccer ball.

His kicking was fabulous. I am so proud of the accomplishment and looking for him to do bigger things.”

She spoke warmly of the cooperation the program has received from the community at large. “Anytime I ask these guys to help, they are here,” she said, gesturing toward the members of the governing body present. “They never say no.”

“The PBA purchased the trophies and the beverages, the soccer association gave the medals and the mayor made the certificates. It was everybody working together on this,” she said. “And the kids were thrilled, they really were and they are worth it!”

No one agreed more than John Shive who founded Collin’s Crusaders, the autisim awareness non-profit named for his son.

Collin participated in the soccer program and happily held onto his trophy as he dad spoke.

“He also played basketball,” Shive said of his son. “I have to hand it to Tracy and Berkeley. The town is amazing when it comes to special needs kids.”

Mesa Drive.

The seats are for full, three-year terms.

Toms River Regional There are also two seats up for grabs out of the sending districts of Toms River Regional.

The Beachwood seat on Toms River Regional, a three-year term, has three candidates vying: Daniel Leonard, Leslie Brown and Alexander Mizenko. Current Beachwood Rep. Gloria McCormack did

not file.

The Pine Beach seat on Toms River Regional, a three-year term, is also a contested race: Russell K. Corby of Buhler Avenue and Jennifer Etzkorn of Avon Road. Corby was appointed to the spot after Walter Ramsay resigned in August 2015.

Nearby The local school district for Ocean Gate has one seat for a three-year term

up for grabs. Incumbent Juan Alicia of East Lakewood Avenue and Jessica R. Corrigan of Asbury Avenue are running.

In Island Heights, no petitions were filed by the deadline. Two seats for threeyear terms were seeking candidates.

The filing deadline was 4 p.m. July 25 through the county clerk’s office.

The non-partisan school board races will be part of the November 8 general election day.

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Editorial Give Volunteering A Chance A lot of people want to make their community a better place to live, but few know how to go about doing it. The dilemma is an easy one to solve. If you want to make your community a better place to live, volunteer for something. Anything. Just give your time.

As much as elected officials matter, there may be no group of citizens who have an impact on a community more than its volunteers. Whether it’s in public or civic life, for nonprofit groups or the township, in many ways volunteers make the world go ‘round.

These are people who give up their own time for others. These are folks who give of themselves so others may enjoy their lives just a little more.

They clean up roads and help in hospitals; they work with local children and run group fundraisers; they sit on township committees and work with the elderly; and on and on and on.

Volunteers deserve great praise for what they give to the community, helping a number of causes and groups, which in turn help out friends and neighbors

in ways big and small.

Probably the best-known volunteers are the area’s volunteer first aid squads and fire departments. And that is where the pluses of volunteerism, and the negatives of declining volunteers in the area, are best shown.

Towns throughout the area are experiencing an unusual problem: As their population grows by leaps and bounds, the number of people willing to volunteer for local first aid squads and fire departments has diminished.

Not only has this trend caused problems for communities trying to provide the best emergency services possible, it has also cost towns money as they move towards professional services. While this trend is expected, it’s too bad.

Volunteers have always made for a better, closer community.

If you have some time to give, even just a few hours a week or on weekends, we urge you to consider giving some of that time to a local civic group, charitable organization or emergency service squad.

You, and your neighbors, will be glad you did.

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Letters To The Editor New Engines Aren’t Effective The formerly reliable diesel engine has become a thing of the past. Just 10 years ago engines were produced that could be rebuilt multiple times and seemingly last forever. I have seen WWII vintage engines running daily through my career beginning in 1970, and they had already been in service 25 years then.

The past few years have seen that change with environmental regulation getting involved. The diesel engines produced now burn substantially more fuel in the name of cleaner air, which is already cleaner than it was 100 years ago. Construction equipment is such a small fraction in air pollution statistics that no appreciable difference will ever be noted in air quality for these changes.

Companies that have purchased this new generation of diesel engine are already regretting their decision. Not only do they burn more fuel to perform the same work, but the initial cost has ballooned in just a few years, far outpacing artificially low inflation rates. Then there is the maintenance and downtime costs, these computer-mastered engines decide on their own whether they will run or not, with downtime far more frequent than in the past. Downtime for the companies in this respect is at an all-time high.

I see this from a worker’s perspective with 45 years’ experience and the tradeoff for whatever minute benefit has been achieved has been far outstripped by increased costs across the board.

James M. Spickard Little Egg Harbor

Independent Candidate For 2nd Congressional District I am running for Congress because the people deserve better than what the ‘Big Money’ duopoly of Elephants and Donkeys have to offer.

The Dems and Repubs are a two-headed monster with a single body. Like a vampire lusting for blood, this political duopoly lusts for money. They fight each other for the biggest corporations and richest individuals in an attempt to satisfy their greed.

Once their political prize is attained, it is these deep pockets they serve.

For all Congress critters, constituent service should be their greatest priority. This is part and parcel of the job and for the most part done well enough by nearly all of them. This is the reason that the American people when polled express disgust with Congress but like their own Congress critter well enough to return them to office year after year.

Congressman Frank LoBiondo, first elected in 1994 with his six-term limit pledge is now going for his 12th term.

He attempted to justify reneging on his pledge in almost patriotic terms: “Because other Congressman have broken the term limit pledge, it would be unfair to people in his district to abide by it.”

In reality. he couldn’t say the real reason, which was the splendor of eating from the trough.

Mr. LoBiondo’s constituent service has been as good as anyone in Congress, however it is his National Service which raises questions. For him to have a 93 percent

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ranking by the NRA means he will not likely support bills requiring background checks or the buying of guns at gun fairs. For a family who loses a loved one from gun violence, no amount of constituent service can ever justify such poor National Service.

Another example of the corrupting influence of big money contributions to Mr. LoBiondo come from his membership in the Drone Caucus. This is basically a group of 58 Congressmen who do the bidding of the drone industry in getting Bills passed favorable to the drone manufacturers’ interests. In return they have received since 2011 $2.3 million. The Constitutional Protections and Privacy Rights of the American people are irrelevant to Mr. LoBiondo and his Caucus colleagues. It’s all about the money.

There are nine major platform priorities which motivate my Congressional candidacy: 1. Income Inequality. It is unacceptable that the top 1/10th of 1 percent have as much wealth as the bottom 90 percent.

2. Ending the corrupting influence of millionaires and billionaires like the Koch Brothers who attempt to buy elections, leaving in place a rigged economy benefitting the 1 percent at the expense of everyone else.

3. Committed to Medicarefor-All. This would provide a single level of care for all Americans without insurance companies being allowed to profit and interfere in the relationship between patients and their physicians. With government officials having the same healthcare as ordinary citizens they would have motivation to make sure it’s the best healthcare possible.

4. Climate change must be immediately addressed by ending our dependence on fossil fuels. In addition to the climate problems they cause cancer, lung disease, and asthma. Recent epidemiological research suggests the ultrafine particles emitted when fracked gas is combusted is a likely factor in the increasing incidence of dementia, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis. We must transform our energy system to clean energy jobs with decent salaries for

American workers.

5. Free tuition for students in public colleges and universities. This to be financed by a tax on all financial transactions between the “too big to fail banks.” We bailed them out, now it’s their turn to bail out the American students who are now drowning in predatory loans.

6. Stopping international trade agreements like the TPP. These agreements outsource American jobs to other countries and undermine the wages of American workers.

7. Guns must be controlled by commonsense measures such as instant background checks, closing down the gun show loopholes and banning automatic and assault weapons. It would be a badge of honor to be given a 0 percent ranking by the NRA. 8. Commitment to peaceful solutions rather than violence & war. It is the unforeseen and unconsidered consequences of the Iraq invasion which created ISIS. Recently both Clinton and Trump declared the actions on Bastille Day in Nice, France as an Act of War rather than the actions of a mentally ill person. ISIS claiming that he was one of their foot soldiers is not proof of anything more than a shared hatred of the West. The epidemic of fear and hatred being fueled by politicians on both sides of the aisle makes critical the need for Independent voices in Congress to combat the insanity.

The ultimate elephant in all the Mideast tensions is the illegal occupation for nearly 50 years of Palestinian territory by Israel. America must be an unbiased mediator in this quagmire. It is only when America demands a level playing field in negotiating a just solution will peace prevail.

9. Commitment to work for ending the “Drug War.” We must stop locking up so many non-violent drug offenders and invest in jobs and education instead of more jails and incarceration. It is only by the government controlling and regulating drugs will the deaths of so many Americans from too pure or too impure drugs finally end.

Steven Fenichel, MD Independent Candidate For Congress, For 2nd Congressional District

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

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

BERKELEY – Berkeley’s Sounds of Summer Concert series continues on August 3. Beginning at 5 p.m., will be the township’s Fifth “Annual Night out Against Crime.” The Berkeley Township Police Depar t ment will be on hand along with the township First Aid Squads, Fire Depar t ments and other public safety agencies. All of the public safety organizations will be on hand to meet and greet residents and to show the different equipment they utilize.

All of these public safety agencies will have their vehicles and equipment on display as well.

The DARE program will also be on hand with games and prizes for the children to enjoy. YeeHaw, a modern country music group, will be preforming at 7:30 p.m. Come on out for a great summer of free entertainment and don’t

Berkeley Finalizes Property Taxes forget to bring a chair.

Refreshments are always provided by local non-profit groups and organizations that use these concerts as fundraisers for their group.

For a complete listing of all the summer events and programs in Berkeley Township, visit btrec.org.

I am pleased to report we were able to finalize the Township Budget this month. This has enabled the township to send out the final 2016 tax bill. The bill will include your third and fourth quarter payment for 2016, along with the 2017 first and second quarter estimate. Despite many challenges, the municipal portion of the bill will remain stable. In order to accomplish this, the township needed to take proactive budgetary measures to keep costs down.

This is in addition to instituting cost saving measures through operational

efficiencies, consolidating job titles and reducing staff through attrition. The restructuring of some of the township’s debt last year enabled us to save approximately $500,000 dollars in this budget. I’m pleased to report that Standards and Poor’s has sustained our A+ bond rating. Last year our bond rating moved up not one, but two positions higher to A+. The Municipal portion of the tax bill is about 30 percent of the total tax bill. This is the only portion of the tax bill under the direct control of the Mayor and Council. As you know, the remaining 70 percent of the total tax bill we have no control.

Upon receipt of the tax bill, residents will have a 10 day grace period to pay without accruing interest.

Property taxes can now be paid online. This is a fairly new feature my administration has just

implemented. Taxpayers can now pay their taxes by E-Check or Credit Card via the Internet.

For many years, residents have made this request to the township. In order to accomplish this, a small investment was needed in updating old antiquated software. The software is now in place and thus far, many residents have used this service. To pay your taxes online, visit berkeleytownship.org. For more information, residents can call The Tax Collector’s Office at: 732-244-7400 ext. 240.

It’s important that taxpayers know about Property Tax Relief Programs that are available to homeowners. The four programs are as follows: The State of New Jersey administers the following two benefits: Ho m e s t e a d B e n ef it: New Jersey residents who ow ned a nd occupied a

home in New Jersey that was their principal residence on October 1, 2013, might be eligible for a homestead benef it provided the 2014 property taxes were paid and certain income limits are met. Residents with questions can call the Homestead Benefit Hotline at 877-658-2972.

Property Tax Reimbursement: The Property Tax Reimbursement (PTR) program reimburses eligible senior citizens or disabled persons for property tax increases. Eligible residents must file a 2012 Property Tax Reimbursement Application (Form PTR-1 or PTR-2). The application deadline is October 15.

PTR-1 forms are available at Town Hall. For any questions, call the Property Tax Reimbursement Hotline at 800-882-6597.

The following two benefit programs are administered

by Berkeley Tow nship.

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Carmen F. Amato, Jr. Applications for both programs are available in the Tax Assessor’s Office.

Senior Citizens’ Annual Property Tax Deduction: Annual deduction of up to $250 from property taxes for home-owners age 65 or older or disabled who meet a requirement of less than $10,000 income excluding Social Security benefits and residency requi re ments.

Veterans’ Deduction: Annual deduction from taxes due on real or personal property paid to qualified war veterans and their unmarried surviving spouses.

The deduction is $250.

Residents, who qualify, should take advantage of these programs.

By Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari

State Extends Property Tax Reimbursement Deadline

Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari OCEA N COU NT Y – Ocean County seniors who are eligible for a property tax reimbursement from the state of New Jersey now have until October 17 to file an application.

Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, chairman of Senior Services, is encouraging the 160,000 seniors living in Ocean County to apply now and not wait until October deadline.

“This is a beneficial program for our seniors, pro-

viding some property tax relief,” he said.

In order to receive a reimbursement for the difference between the amount of property taxes paid for 2014 and 2015 applicants must meet the following requirements: They must have been 65 or older as of December 31, 2014, or, if under age 65, they were actually receiving Federal Social Security disability benefit payments on or before December 31, 2014, and December 31, 2015.

They must have lived in New Jersey continuously since December 31, 2004, or earlier, as either a homeowner or a renter; and have owned and lived in their own home (or have leased

a site in a mobile home park for a manufactured or mobile home that they own) since December 31, 2011, or earlier.

They must have paid the full amount of the property taxes due on the home for 2014 by June 1, 2015, and for 2015 by June 1, 2016 (if a mobile home owner, have paid the full amount of mobile home park site fees for 2014 by December 31, 2014, and for 2015 by December 31, 2015).

And their total annual income for 2014 did not exceed $85,553 and for 2015 did not exceed $87,007. With very few exceptions, all income received during the year must be taken into account to determine eligibility (including social security, pension

income, etc.).

Vicari said property tax reimbursement payments can be affected by the State Budget appropriation.

Vicari said that first time filers can contact the Ocean County Office of Senior Services at 732-929-2091 and request an application

or additional information on the program. Seniors who have applied in the past receive a preprinted application from the state.

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Mini Mad Scientists At Jakes Branch

BEACHWOOD – The Ocean County Parks and Recreation will delve into the world of science with “Dr. Dude.” Each class will explore a different topic, including hands on experiments that the kids will take with them at the end of the day.

Safety glasses will be provided and worn during all experiments. Children should dress in appropriate attire.

This program is held in the Nature Center at Jakes Branch County Park from 10:30 to

11:30 a.m.

The next session themes are “Shocking Static” on August 9 and “Foamy Fun” on August 23. The program number is 245262-3C for August 9 and 245262-3D for August 23.

The fee is $5 per child. The age group is 7 to 9 years old.

This program requires registration. To receive more information about registering or to receive a Parks and Recreation newsletter, call 732-506-9090 or visit oceancountyparks.org.

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BERKELEY – Learn about waves, what they are, where they come from and why the waves break at the “Surfing Safari” program held by the Friends of Island Beach State Park.

Children between the ages of 8 and 17, will paddle out with expert nature educators and IBSP lifeguards. They should bring sunscreen, towel, drinking water and wear bathing suit. Park Admission fees apply and are payable on the day of the program when entering the park at the main gate.

Participants should arrive at the Bathing Pavilion 2, three miles into the park, 15 minutes before the start of the program. The program will run rain or shine.

Prepare for the weather. In severe weather, if the park cancels the program, participants will be notified, and they will receive a full refund.

If the registered participant cancels for any reason, the fee is not refundable.

The program is $25 per class. Register online at islandbeachnatureprograms.org.

This class is offered Monday through Thursday during August. The times vary, but each session is two hours long. To found out the times, visit friendsofibsp.org and look at the “Calendar of Events.”

For questions, call the Nature Center at 732793-1315.

First Aid Squad Schedules Summer Events

SEASIDE PARK – The Tri-Boro First Aid Squad, located at 61 J St., has several recurring and special events on its calendar.

Every Friday night, the squad will host a bingo night. The doors open at 6 p.m. and the game will start at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $2.

Total prizes are up to $1,400. Food will be available for purchase.

The squad will hold a Summer Fish and BBQ Dinner on August 14. The dinner will run from 4

to 7 p.m. A live band, Sounds of the Street, will provide entertainment. The menu will include fried fish, fries, hot dogs and burgers. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for children under 10.

There will be beer and soda, otherwise its BYOB. On August 20, the squad will hold a Summer Craft Show. This is the same day as the townwide garage sale. The craft show will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Food will be available for purchase.

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United Way Of Monmouth & Ocean Counties Merge

TOMS RIVER – United Way of Monmouth County and United Way of Ocean County have merged to create United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. The new organization has a combined 30-member Board of Directors and will maintain its two offices in Farmingdale and Toms River. It will jointly serve the residents of both Monmouth and Ocean Counties by partnering with local organizations to build initiatives that address common goals in the areas of education, income and health.

“Separate entities can’t make the same impact as a unified one,” said Jeremy Grunin, new board chair of United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, executive director of The Jay & Linda Grunin Foundation and vice president of Grunin Holdings. “Together, we’ll continue to make a difference for our communities through initiatives that create lasting change, but we’ll also extend our reach, build broader partnerships and deepen the impact of our efforts for the Jersey Shore.”

Prior to being appointed board chair of the combined organization, Grunin served on the board of United Way of Ocean County for the past three years, most recently as an executive board member.

“As a unified entity, we are poised to combine our individual strengths and best practices to better serve the residents of Monmouth and Ocean Counties,” said Timothy C. Hearne, former president and CEO of United Way of

Monmouth County and now president and CEO of the new organization. “There is great enthusiasm among our staff and board members as we come together, and we’re excited to begin this new chapter in our organization’s history.”

Among the first joint initiatives will be the “Stuff the Bus” drive, which collects essential school supplies for students in needs throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Items will be collected at area stores in the two counties from July 30 through August 14. Visit uwmoc. org/upcoming-events for locations and details.

In addition, United Way’s Financial Success Center is now open to Ocean County residents.

Part of the Meridian Community Resource Center at the Freehold Raceway Mall, the Financial Success Center provides free resources to help area residents move from financial difficulty to economic well-being; visit uwfinancialsuccess.org for more information about services offered.

United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties now also has a combined Volunteer Center, which links local agencies with members of the community who want to volunteer. Interested individuals and nonprofits can visit uwmoc.org/volunteer to register.

For more information about the newly formed United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, call Timothy C. Hearne at 732-938-5988 ext. 2050 or visit uwmoc.org.

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Recreation Department To Hold Beaches & Barrens Camp BEACHWOOD – Ocean County Parks and Recreation is offering a two day camp that will take children, ages 8 to 14, traveling around Ocean and Burlington counties. This camp will meet on August 11 and 12 at the Nature Center Parking Lot in Jakes Branch County Park. The camp runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pick-up area is also in the parking lot.

The trip will take the children to see the Pine Barrens and the beach. On day one, the camp will head to the beach where the children will engage in some hands on activities including seining. On day two, the children will discover what makes the Pine Barrens unique, including meat-eating plants, wildlife, forests, swamps,

bogs and fire.

On day one, the children should wear old clothes and/or a bathing suit, pack a towel and wear footwear that can get wet. No flip-flops or crocs. On day two, children should wear old clothing. On both days, children should have a packed lunch with plenty of water, insect repellent and sunscreen.

Van transportation will be provided.

The fee is $30 per child. The program number is 244112-1C. This program requires registration. To receive more information about registering or to receive a Parks and Recreation Newsletter, call 732-506-9090 or visit oceancountyparks.org.

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ages of 8 and 18. The games will be five versus five, but teams can have up to 10 people.

Each team will play two 30-minute games each day.

Teams can register at friendsofibsp.org. There is a registration fee of $275 per team.

Elks To Hold “Veterans In Paradise” Concert FORKED RIVER – The Lacey Elks veterans are having a “Veterans In Paradise” concert on August 27, from 7 to 11 p.m.

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Call Art Porter at 609-661-8073 with any questions and for tickets.

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EMS To Hold Cardboard Boat Race

OCEAN GATE – The Ocean Gate EMS is holding its Annual Cardboard Boat Race on August 13 at noon. The race will be held at the Ocean Gate Wildwood Pier. The rain date is August 20.

The challenge will be to design, construct and race a boat made of cardboard around a marked course in Toms River off the Wildwood Pier, in Ocean Gate.

Teams must have a minimum of one and maximum of four sailors. Race teams will be in four divisions: community/corporate, elementary/middle school-age youth, high school-age youth and family.

Participants can submit their registration by mail, before the date of the races, by visiting Borough Hall for the registration form, completing the information requested and mailing it to the address on the form, together with the check. Submit the mailed Registration Form at least 10 days before the event, to allow for delivery and processing.

Participants can also register in person on the date of the event, beginning at 9 a.m., at the registration desk at the race site. Registration is $20 per boat.

For additional information, contact Jack Trovato at 732-558-1610.

Learning Programs For Children At Park

BEACHWOOD – The Jakes Branch County Park is holding learning programs for children between the ages of 2 and a half and 5 years.

These programs meet in the Nature Center from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

On August 16, the program is “Science of Seeds.” This program’s activities include stories, looking at roots, learning the lifecycle of a seed and creating some crafts. The program number is 245266-2B. On August 30, the program is “Melodious Music.” This program’s activities include

stories, listening to the sounds in the area and making music. The program number is 245266-2C. To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to: Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Provide a name, address and daytime telephone number, along with program number when registering.

To receive more information or to receive a Parks and Recreation newsletter, call 877-OCPARKS or visit oceancountyparks.org.

Library To Offer “Tech Buddies” Program TOMS RIVER – The Toms River branch Library, 101 Washington St., will host “Tech Buddies,” where teen volunteers will assist those seeking help with smartphones, tablets and other tech items.

Attendees can bring their device(s) and spend

up to an hour with a volunteer who will help navigate problems.

The sessions will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. on August 2, 9 and 16.

Call the library at 732-349-6200 with any questions.

Potter’s Pantry Open Every Thursday

BAYVILLE – Potter’s Pantry at Cedar Creek Community Church is open every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m.

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The pantry tries to have fresh vegetables and some form of meat each week. It always has a selection of dry goods.

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Registration Open For Preschool Program

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP – Preschool registration is now open for all area children that are between the ages of 2 and a half to 5 years old.

“Parents looking to send their children to an affordable Preschool program can register for the services provided by our Recreation staff,” said Mayor Carmen Amato. “Our program engages children and introduces them to concepts and skills that are age-appropriate and exciting for our young friends,” Amato added.

Debra Reuter, recreation supervisor, said, “Our Preschool program meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Rec Center in Bayville. The morning consists of fun and educational programs for the kids such as learning their letters, numbers, writing skills and making new friends. Chil-

dren will learn the basic fundamentals before heading off to kindergarten.”

Reuter adds that the Preschool program is also a nice way for families to become familiar with the many other recreational programs the township has to offer.

The Berkeley Township Recreation Preschool program begins on September 7 and follows the Berkeley Township School District calendar. The fee is $140 every six weeks. Parents are required to provide a snack for their child.

Registration is open to the public. Download a copy of the preschool packet from the recreation website at btrec.org, or pick up a Preschool Packet at the Rec Center at 630 Rt. 9 in Bayville.

For more information, call the Recreation Department at 732-269-4456.

Traf�ic Off-Limits To Protect Piping Plovers

ISLAND BEACH – Piping plovers, an endangered species of shorebird, have nested in Island Beach State Park’s Southern Natural Area.

Under federal law, the plover is listed as “threatened” and as such, IBSP is required to close this area to vehicle traffic when the eggs are expected to hatch.

Consequently, a section of the beach south of the A23 entrance to the jetty is temporarily closed to vehicle traffic. Foot traffic is allowed unless otherwise posted.

No dogs are allowed in the closed area at any time.

The A23 access will be open north to the A7

access. The NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife has placed protective fencing around the nest to keep it safe from predators, such as seagulls and foxes. The closed area is clearly marked with warning signs and posts.

Mobile Sport Fishing Vehicles will be afforded the maximum amount of beach allowed by federal law. There will be 4.5 miles of beach still open for MSFVs. The Gillikins MSFV entrance is open and not affected by the temporary closing.

Be advised that due to the temporary closure, IBSP may reach its capacity of MSFVs sooner than normal. Should this be the case, IBSP will close to MSFVs.

Pine Beach Council Meeting Dates

PINE BEACH – The Mayor and Council of the Borough of Pine Beach will hold all council meetings at the Municipal Building, 599 Pennsylvania Ave., Pine Beach at 7:30 p.m. as follows: Regular meetings: August 10, September 14,

October 12, November 9 and December 14.

Work session: August 8, September 12 and 26, October 11 and 24, November 7 and 21 and December 12 and 27.

All meetings will be open for public participation, per the Open Public Meetings Law.

Island Explorer Program Each Saturday ISLAND BEACH – The Island Beach State Park has a program called “Island Explorers” for children ages 6 to 12 on Saturdays. This program runs from 10 a.m. to noon at the park’s Nature Center.

A different topic is explored by the kids each week.

The fee is $10 per class and can be paid

for at islandbeachnatureprograms.org. This program will run rain or shine.

The schedule of topics are as follows: August 6, crabs; August 20, tracks; August 27, nature journal.

Visit islandbeachnatureprograms.org for more information and to sign up.

Central Regional Chorus To Hold Concert

BAYVILLE – The Central Regional High School Chorus presents its Summer Concert on August 4 at 7 p.m. The concert is at in the high school’s auditorium, 509 Forest Hills Parkway.

The concert will feature performances from the school’s jazz band, chorus and concert band.

The tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students and seniors.

Summer Theatre Company To Hold Performance

BAYVILLE – The Central Summer Theatre Company presents “Les Miserables.” The company will hold performances from August 11 to 13 at 7 p.m. in the Central Regional High School Auditorium. Admission is $5.

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Boston Trip Now Available

BERKELEY – The Holiday City South’s Women’s Club is hosting a three-day trip to the Boston Harbor from June 17 to 19 of next year.

The fee is $550 per person. A $50 deposit is required.

The price includes: motorcoach drop off and pick up; baggage handling; two breakfasts, two lunch and two dinners; two overnight accommodations at the Marriott Court Yard Hotel and planned activities, which include a morning cruise viewing the tall ships on The Spirit of Boston with a buffet lunch, shopping

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During free time, trip-goers can enjoy exploring the tall ships. Gratuity and tax is included for meals, gratuity is excluded for the bus driver and maid service.

Ticket sales will occur in the auditorium from 10 to 11 a.m. Call Alice Patrizio for information at 732-286-2751.

KinderCamp To Explore Science With Children BEACHWOOD – Ocean County Parks and Recreation has a KinderCamp program for children who are interested in science.

This program is for children who are 4 to 6 years old.

This program will allow the children to explore some living science, make some experiments and learn about the world around us.

This will be a four day program, from August 17 to 20, and will explore topics from volcanoes to the ocean. It will run from 10 a.m. to noon each day.

Kids can get their hands dirty as they work on making science projects and exploration.

This program will be held at the Nature Center at Jakes Branch County Park.

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Literacy New Jersey Seeks Volunteers

OCEAN COUNTY – Nearly 20 percent of adults in New Jersey cannot read a newspaper, fill out a job application, decipher train or bus schedule or understand verbal instructions at work or at a doctor’s office.

Those interested in helping these people and are 18 years or older can contact Literacy New Jersey – Ocean County programs.

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Story Time Program In Ocean Gate OCEAN GATE – A story time meets on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10 a.m. at the Wildwood Pier. Bring a towel or chair to sit on.

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Ocean County Parks Offer Two Swimming Sites

OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Parks and Recreation offers two sites for lake swimming, Ocean County Park in Lakewood and A. Paul King County Park in Manahawkin. Both have lifeguards and are tested regularly. They are also free with ample parking.

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Comfort is very important when wearing your hearing aid(s). Discomfort occurs 10 percent of the time and usually happens when trying to remove your hearing instrument from your ear. In most cases, in-the-ear hearing aids (ITEs) and ear molds for behind-the-ear hearing aids (BTEs) can create a sore ear (usually towards the top of the aid or ear mold).

When this happens, do not continue to wear the instrument. It’s not like breaking in a new pair of shoes! The next step is to contact your hearing health-care professional who can assess the problem.

The majority of problems occur due to a “tight fit” and can be resolved by either grinding the mold/aid or remaking the entire hearing instrument or ear mold.

Most hearing healthcare professionals can eliminate the problem by grinding and then buffing the problem area. You will be advised to wear the hearing instrument to “test drive” the modification.

If this is unsuccessful, you should return to the office and have the aid and/or ear mold remade by the manufacturer. Remind the audiologist/dispenser to mark the area of soreness with a black marker to further reduce the risk of soreness reoccurring.

Remember, if your ear hurts don’t try to get use to it. You have invested a lot of time and money towards better hearing. Contact your hearing health-care professional immediately who will fi x the problem.

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OCEAN COUNTY – “In reaching for medicine, [safer medicine] is one of the decisions that can have a direct impact on our health. We are taught to make smart choices about food, exercise, driving, etc. to help keep us healthy and avoid injuries. We can still work to protect our health when we decide which medications to take,” said Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health.

Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) public health coordinator, said that prescription painkillers such as Oxycontin, Percocet and Vicodin account for more drug overdoses than heroin and cocaine combined. These legally obtainable drugs are highly addictive and actually less effective than a combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen. He said, “We know that many times when individuals cannot obtain these drugs that they may be addicted to, they turn to heroin, which is cheaper and we certainly know, deadly. Ocean County is working hard to address this issue through education, interventions and law enforcement. The majority of people who turn to heroin were addicted to the pain killers mentioned. We also know

that certain side effects of opioid painkillers could hinder your ability to drive or work safely. These side effects include: dizziness, sleepiness, blurred vision, confusion, delayed reaction and difficulty following directions.

This could certainly hinder someone’s ability at work and pose dangerous situations.”

It is important for the public to talk to their family about the risks of opioid painkillers.

Some suggestions include: discuss the dangers of mixing prescription drugs with alcohol; explain how painkillers are made from opioids, which are similar to heroin; talk to grandparents and caregivers about how to safely store their medications; secure any opioid painkillers, sedatives, sleep medications or stimulants in a locked drawer or container and make sure all medicines and vitamins are kept up and away from a child’s reach.

The Ocean County Health Department offers a listing of prescription drug drop off boxes in Ocean County on its website at ochd.org. Staff members are also available for presentations on safe medication management.

Follow the Ocean County Health Department on Twitter@OCpublichealth or like the Health Department on Facebook.

Hearing Loss Support Group To Meet In September

MANALAPAN – The next meeting of the Ocean-Monmouth Hearing Loss Support Group is on September 11 at 1:30 p.m. at the Manalapan Library, 125 Symmes Drive. Meetings are open to everyone. Projected CART captioning will be provided to aid hearing-challenged attendees.

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The Berkeley Times, July 30, 2016, Page 17

HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Nine Tips To Improve Energy And Stop Thyroid Problems

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. 1. There are many thyroid “bombs” and cigarettes are one of them. Smokers have lower serum TSH and higher free T4 and free T3 levels than non-smokers, which makes it appear like smokers don’t have thyroid disease even when they do.

2. Drive old cars. The new ones are off-gassing all the bromide and that competes with the iodine in the thyroid gland.

The bromine, not iodine, gets taken in and that causes the brain to feel fat and fuzzy as well as fussiness.

3. Reduce hydrogen peroxide. Everyone makes this compound in our cells as part of cellular metabolism, but some people make too much and it causes pain and fatigue. It’s a free radical. It can be reduced with supplements of Catalase and Glutathione.

4. Be careful in swimming pools and jacuzzis. Those spending a lot of time enjoying these activities should consider taking an iodine capsule (about 6.25mg) once or twice a week to restore lost iodine.

The chlorine in the pool competes with iodine and may suppress iodine uptake to the point of hypothyroidism.

5. Change toothpastes. Use a fluoride-free brand because fluoride is a bully.

It competes with iodine in the thyroid gland, which will almost always absorb fluoride over iodine. When this happens it blocks production of thyroid hormone.

6. Take a break from fermented foods.

Foods like tempeh, blue cheese, parmesan, salami, alcohol, kombucha and sauerkraut. These foods are loaded with histamine, a known trigger for autoimmune disorders. These cause loads of digestive

problems and fatigue. I wrote a more comprehensive article about this topic, now archived my website.

7. Stop eating candy and soda. Blood sugar swings cause terrible imbalances with sugar and insulin levels. Those eating these things will never get well; it is simply not physiologically possible.

High insulin (needed to neutralize the sweets) is a known factor for cancer, diabetes and pain, plus high insulin makes people overweight and tired.

8. Eat less raw goitrogenic foods. This could reduce the body’s ability to absorb iodine which reduces thyroid levels and starves the reproductive organs of healthy iodine. Avoid foods that are goitrogenic unless you cook them. For example, juicing raw kale every morning is a no-no in my book. Cooking it daily is fine and incredibly healthy. See the difference? Watch out for superfood green powder drink mixes that contain goitrogens. Some common ones include alfalfa, broccoli and cauliflower powders. Also, if drinking this stuff every day it may backfire and cause fatigue.

9. Make sure to digest food. I didn’t say eat the food, I said “digest.” The problem is that food isn’t always broken down completely. This partial digestion is due to years of insult from a bad diet, which reduces secretion of digestive enzymes and increases zonulin. So I suggest taking digestive enzymes to help completely break down all the food. Pancreatin, pepsin, bromelian and others exist in supplemental form, which reduces the amount of ‘circulating immune complexes’ that trigger autoimmune flare-ups.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2016 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Answer: When we are in situations such as yours, we have a tendency to feel sor r y for ourselves rather than do anything about it. You have choices to make. You can either go on feeling badly about yourself or take control of your situation. I must remind you that when I write this column I am simply a friend to my readers. I am neither a doctor or have formal training in mental health. That being said it is important to me that you see a physician about your condition. You may be at risk for heart disease and diabetes. Both are at epidemic proportions in our country.

As you may know, most diets fail. I do, however, have faith in two organizations for people such as yourself and

so many others who suf fer wit h you. Weight Watchers (of which I am a member) does a fantastic job of helping people who have weight challenges. Another organization is Overeaters Anonymous.

These are inexpensive ways of working toward having a happier life. You may want to visit either as a guest. Weight Watchers has a philosophy of changing one’s lifestyle with a benefit of weight reduction.

I am not a believer in starting exercise and diet at the same time. I feel that your chances of sticking with both are greater if you start either one a month or two apart.

Lastly, as I’m sure you are aware, this is a chicken-and-egg story. It may be that you are unhappy or depressed and use your obesity as a way of expressing it. In other words, it is the opposite of what you describe. I wish you well.

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Parks & Recreation Releases Newsletter OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Parks and Recreation announced that the quarterly issue of the newsletter has been released. The newsletter contains events and programs sponsored and conducted by the Parks and Recreation staff.

The newsletter lists the many opportunities offered by the Parks and Recreation Department as well as information about the 27 parks, nature centers and golf courses throughout Ocean County. There are events available for all ages, pre-school through

seniors. Some include: environmental programs, arts, crafts, sporting events and travel.

Freeholder John Bartlett invites residents to visit the parks and enjoy the programs that Ocean County offers. The parks are carefully maintained grounds, fully accessible and offering a wide variety of amenities.

Ocean County residents can pick up a quarterly newsletter at park locations, or may call 877-OCPARKS to be placed on the mailing list.

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OCEAN COUNTY – “Click It or Ticket” mobilization played a critical role in the effort to keep people safe on the nation’s roads and highways. From May 23 to June 5, law enforcement agencies in New Jersey, and nationwide, conducted “Click It or Ticket” campaigns that incorporate zero-tolerance enforcement of safety belt laws with paid advertising and the support of government agencies, local coalitions and school officials to increase safety belt use and defend against one of the greatest threats to us all – serious injury or death in traffic crashes.

“Click It or Ticket” is a high-publicity law enforcement effort that gives people more of a reason to buckle up – the increased threat of a traffic ticket. Most people buckle up for safety.

But for some people, it is the threat of the ticket that spurs them to put on a safety belt. In “Click It or Ticket” programs, law enforcement agencies are asked to mobilize to focus on safety belt violations and publicize the stepped-up effort through news media and advertising. It

is the two-pronged approach that makes these campaigns powerful: not only are tickets issued to unbelted motorists, but the surrounding publicity ensures that people know they are more likely to get a ticket.

“Click It or Ticket” campaigns and similar efforts have increased safety belt use in cities, states and even in an entire region of the country. In New Jersey, 372 police agencies participated in the May 2015 “Click It or Ticket” enforcement mobilization. New Jersey’s seat belt usage rate currently stands at 91.36 percent, up from 87.59 percent in 2014 and the highest usage rate since the 94.51 percent that was recorded in 2011.

The following Ocean County police departments received $5,000 grants under” Click It or Ticket:” Barnegat, Bay Head, Harvey Cedars, Jackson, Lakehurst, Lakewood, Long Beach, Manchester, Matoloking, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, Pine Beach, Plumsted, Point Pleasant Beach, Point Pleasant, Ship Bottom and Stafford.

Local Businesswoman Surprises Gold Award Recipients OCEAN COUNTY – During a speech at the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore’s Gold Award Reception, local businesswoman Carol Stillwell surprised each Gold Award recipient with $500 in recognition of each girl’s achievements and in anticipation of future success.

“I am so certain of all the wonderful things that the 2016 Gold Award recipients are capable of achieving that tonight it is my privilege to offer a small token to help with your future endeavors,” Stillwell said. “I truly look forward to growing old in a world in which you are our next generation of leaders. I am so proud to know that my future will have you guiding it.”

Stillwell is CEO of Edison-based Stillwell-Hansen. She made the announcement at an event recognizing the 30 Girl Scouts from Monmouth and Ocean counties who earned the award this year. The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore named Stillwell a Woman of Distinction in 2011.

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“The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest recognition a girl can achieve as a Girl Scout.

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By Chris Christopher he fi rst annual Tim Osborn Memorial Golf Outing will take place August 1 at the Woodlake Country Club in Lakewood.

Osborn played and coached football at Brick Township High School under the legendary Warren Wolf. Osborn was an assistant coach at Toms River North from 2000-05, nurturing his sons, Matt and Brad, under then-coach Bob Nani. Osborn served as the head coach of the Jackson Liberty Lions beginning in 2006.

Osborn died of natural causes April 13, 2013 at the age of 53. A candlelight vigil took place on Jackson Liberty’s football field on Saturday night, April 13.

Born and raised in Brick, Osborn played

four seasons for the Green Dragons. He was a member of their 1974 NJSIAA South Jersey Group IV championship team. He graduated in 1977.

Osborn attended Glassboro State College (now Rowan University) before joining the New Jersey State Police in 1982. As an assistant coach at Brick from 1982-99, he was a part of four sectional championship teams.

“It was Tim’s passion to teach, coach and mentor young people and help prepare them for life’s challenges,” said Brick coach Len Zdanowicz, the event’s director, in pre-outing literature.

Osborn married his wife, Jeanne, in November of 1983 and had two sons, Matthew in 1984 and Brad in 1986. He

BlueClaws Unveil Walk-Off Wednesday Promotion

LAKEWOOD – BlueClaws Wednesday night games are going to be extra special this year. Every fan in the ballpark can “walk off a winner” as part of TD Bank’s Walk-Off Wednesday, presented by Appliance Brokers Limited.

This all-new promotion will take place at the five BlueClaws Wednesday night games this year: August 17, 24 and 31.

The Walk-Off Wednesday grand prize will be a $10,000 ABL shopping spree should the BlueClaws hit a walk-off home run at any of the aforementioned games. However, there will be plenty of chances to win for all fans throughout the night.

At each of the five Wednesday night home games, one fan will win a grand prize (regardless of whether the BlueClaws win) from one of five partners: Samsung, Whirlpool, Frigidaire/ElectroLux, Bosch and SubZero/ Wolf. Fans can sign up at the ABL table on the concourse behind home plate to register for the free raffle.

On-field actions will provide prize winners as well. Such prizes throughout the year include a spring training trip in 2017, autographed BlueClaws merchandise, Phillies tickets, concession items and merchandise items.

The BlueClaws will spin a wheel three times throughout the night. The wheel will land on an in-game action: a BlueClaws run, an extra-base hit, batting around in the order or others. If that action happens, a group of fans will win an additional prize.

At all five Walk-Off Wednesday games, the BlueClaws will have Skechers Choose For Shoes, where one fan will walk-off with a new pair of shoes from Skechers. Long Island Iced Tea will also provide a prize pack for select fans at all five Walk-Off Wednesday games.

For tickets to these or any BlueClaws game, call 732-901-7000 option 2.

The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment. They have led the South Atlantic League and New Jersey in attendance in all 15 years of existence.

athletics coordinator at Jackson Liberty.

The event will be a fundraiser for the Green Dragons’ football team.

Registration and breakfast will run from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. The shotgun start will take place at 8:30 a.m. Lunch and prize distribution will begin at 1:30 p.m.

The format will be a Four-Person Shotgun. The entry fee is $125 per person (playing) and $40 (lunch only).

The golf package includes breakfast, a bag of tees, 18 holes with cart, cold refreshments with lunch and prizes. The registration deadline is July 29.

Hole sponsorships are available.

For more information, contact Zdanowicz at either 848-333-8068 or lenzdanowicz@ gmail.com.

Democrats Of Ocean County To Hold Summer Luau

BAYVILLE – The Democrats of Ocean County are holding a Summer Luau on August 13 from noon to 3 p.m. at the home of former Mayor Jason and Jennifer Varano, 86 Hannah Place. Individual tickets are $75; chairman’s club tickets are $25.

Sponsorship packages are available from $600 to $8,200. These packages include

tickets.

Tickets can be purchased by sending a check made payable to Ocean County Democrats to Ocean County Democrats, 531 Burnt Tavern Road, Brick, NJ 08724.

Tickets can also be purchased at the door.

For any questions, call Jon Salonis at 732552-6612.

Pineland Symphonic Band Releases Performance Schedule OCEAN COUNTY – The Pineland Symphonic Band has a series of concert dates.

September 18, Southern Ocean Congregational Church, Little Egg Harbor at 2:30 p.m.

October 16, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Beachwood at 3 p.m.

November 20, St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Whiting at 3 p.m.

These concerts are open to the public.

The band’s repertoire is a blend of pop, symphonic adaptations, classic marches and Dixieland arrangements, combined with virtuoso instrumentalists and tasteful leadership, according to the organization.

The Pineland Sy mphonic Band, a nonprofit band of volunteer musicians, always welcomes new members. Visit PinelandSymphonicband.org for more information.

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WARETOWN – Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Road, hosts live country, bluegrass and folk music concerts beginning at 7:30 p.m. every Saturday.

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retired from the state police in 2007 after 25 years of service at the rank of sergeant fi rst class.

“The other troopers were a second family to Tim and he established many lifelong friendships,” Zdanowicz said. “Tim had an impact on everyone he met and there was nothing he wouldn’t do to help his family, friends and students.”

Osborn collapsed and died while working out on a treadmill at Bally Total Fitness in Brick, now 24-Hour Fitness. He suffered severe injuries in a motor vehicle accident in the summer of 2012 and returned to coach Jackson Liberty to its fi rst playoff berth in school history in 2012. He was the Lions’ fi rst coach in history. He was a history and special education teacher and the

adults. The events feature a live stage by musicians from the tri-state area, presented

by The Pinelands Cultural Society.

For more information, call 609-971-1593 or visit alberthall.org.

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

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BERKELEY LIBRARY EVENTS

The Berkeley Library is located at 30 Station Road in Bayville. You can contact them at 732-269-2144 or visit them on the Web at theoceancountylibrary.org.

One On One Computer, E - Reader, and Genealogy - Sign up for a one on one class with a staff member who will teach you the basics. Call 732-269-2144 to schedule an appointment.

August 1, at 6:30 p.m. Teen Advisory Board Meeting - Help the library stay current with teen trends and hot topics.

Have fun while earning community service hours. For grades 7 through 12.

August 1, 8, 15, 22 and August 29, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Yarn Dolls - Knit or crochet with the Yarn Dolls. Bring along your unfinished projects.

August 2, 10:30 a.m. OCL Puppet Show Players Kid Sheriff Puppet Show and Craft - Drywater Gulch has a toad problem. The kind of outlaw – toad problem. Sheriff Ryan rolls into town and he may only be 7-years-old, and he might not know that much about being a sheriff…but he does know a lot about dinosaurs. When it comes to the Terrible Toads, they may have just met their match.

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August 3 and 10, 2:30 p.m. Tween Crafternoons - Use your creative energy to make fun crafts: new projects each week. For ages 9 to 12.

August 4, 10:30 a.m. Come Sign with Cristen, Have fun with Miss Cristen who will teach you American Sign Language through singing and dancing. For ages through 5 years old. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library.

August 4 and 11, 10:30 a.m. Teen Maker Mornings - Calling all teen makers and artists. Join us for a new project each week. For ages 12 through 17.

August 4, 11, 18 and 25, 1 to 3:30 p.m.

An Afternoon of Mah Jong - This program is for experienced players. If you have your own set, please bring it along.

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August 8, 10 and 11 a.m. Dance Together: Basic Ballet & Creative Movement Keep fit and have fun in dance class. Kids will learn basic ballet steps and use their imagination through creative movement and expression. The class at 10 am is for children ages 2 to 3 and the class at 11 am is for children ages 4 to 6. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library.

August 10, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Head – to – Toe Movement Show. Turtle Dance - This movement focused 60 minute performance is designed to engage children in physical activity using awesome music, original stories, incredible visuals,

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August 10, 7 p.m. Andy and Judy – Folk Music You Will Love - Join us for a free concert with the folk music duo Andy and Judy Daigle, known as “Andy & Judy”, a Boston area folk duo that perform regularly at coffee houses and concert venues throughout the Northeast.

August 11, 7 p.m. Cousin Jared’s Juggling Club - Join us for an exciting evening of juggling. There will be a show and lesson offered. Novice and experienced jugglers welcome. For ages 8 and up.

August 15, 6:30 p.m. Life Size Gaming - Come in and get your game on with these life size classics. For tweens and teens ages 11 to 17.

August 15, 7 p.m. Magic Show: Steven Michaels & Bubbles the Clown - Magician Steven Michaels and Bubbles the Clown will have you laughing and amazed. This is a high energy and fun filled show with a combination of audience participation, magic, comedy, and silly slapstick. Bubbles is always taking over the show with her silly gags, zany one liners, and comical versions of magic tricks. All ages are welcome.

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August 19, at 10:30 a.m. DUPLO Play - We’ll supply the DUPLO blocks for imaginative free play. For ages 3 to 5 with caregiver. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library.

August 19, 1 p.m. Senior Movie Matinee: 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi - This film depicts the harrowing true story of the attack on a U.S. embassy outpost in Benghazi, Libya, on September 11, 2012. After the assault begins, an ex-military security team is tasked with protecting a covert CIA base.

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August 23, 6:30 p.m. Stuffed Animal Sleepover - Wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal. We’ll share bedtime stories and a craft. Your stuffed friend will sleep over at the library and you can pick them up the next day and learn what they did while you were away. For ages 4 to 7.

August 29, 6:30 p.m. Teen Iron Chef Can your team create a tasty snack or dessert using the secret ingredient. Accept the challenge and find out. For ages 12 to 17.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of July 30-August 5

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Spread your wings and you can be the highest flying social butterfly. In the week ahead you could find that your work may involve more social exchanges than usual. You may perform good deeds behind the scenes.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You are so pert when you flirt. Your social instincts are right on track and if you are single you might find plenty of admirers. In the week to come you may be tempted to take up crafting or some other creative pastime.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The right words can seem like music to someone’s ears. This could be a good time to discuss problems or to suggest some ground rules to follow without offending anyone. Use your gift for gab wisely in the week ahead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the week ahead you may be tempted to take more risks than usual to please someone else. Because others are supportive and enthusiastic you feel more confident and are willing to go the extra mile.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get out the gardening gloves as there may be milk and honey growing in your own back yard. You might feel temporarily unappreciated, but before the week is over you will find that your loyalty and love bears fruit.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Snapchat, twitter and pop. You might not be up on the latest social networking media trends or even own a smartphone, but in the week ahead your connecting warmth may earn praise or even admiring glances.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You might hope to shed light on a situation and find someone close is carrying a torch. A friendship might develop into something more intimate in the week ahead. Network within the community and create new contacts.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Accept new insights and put them to work. Peace and prosperity is just around the corner if you don’t ignore trustworthy information. The seeds you sow in the week ahead may grow into mighty money trees.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Get the facts straight up, without a chaser. In the week to come you may prefer that family members are straightforward and sincere. Be passionate about making your financial future more secure and personal.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): All’s well that ends well. Trying conditions may fall by the wayside due to a vote of confidence from a friend or family member. You may catch sight of an opportunity to increase your net worth in the week ahead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may connect the dots this week. A financial mystery may be solved by scrutinizing the paperwork.

You may be briefly puzzled by someone in close connection until you use your head instead of your heart.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Minor friction can create major opportunities in the week to come. Pay attention to sudden inspirations and then act on them. A major decision may be made as you shift your focus and view alternatives.

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Ocean County Historical Society Seeks Volunteers OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Historical Society seeks volunteers. Volunteers 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.

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 the society’s 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 and 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

and 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 and 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 and taking photographs.

Publications: Writing, editing and publishing works relevant to the history of Ocean County.

Development: Assist with fundraising activities including grantwriting.

There are a variety of volunteer experiences for everyone at the Ocean County Historical Society.

For more information, visit oceancountyhistory.org

Ocean Gate Events Line-Up OCEAN GATE – The Ocean Gate events line-up for this year is as follows: August 6: Town-wide yard sale and then The Girlfriends performance at 7 p.m.

August 7: Yard sale rain date.

August 13: Founders Day. The OCVTS will perform at noon and then The Joe Dalton Band at 7 p.m.

wolfgang puck’s kitchen No Sweat: Quick, Easy Creme Brulee Keeps You Out Of A Hot Kitchen This Summer

By Wolfgang Puck

Trends in cooking come and go. But in the world of desserts, creme brulee has real staying power. The thick, cool, creamy custard (creme) nestled underneath a brittle topping of burnt (brulee) sugar has such an elemental appeal that it’s a perennial favorite.

In spite of the dessert’s popularity, however, I haven’t really seen it catch on in any big way in home kitchens, for two main reasons. First and most important, many home cooks are intimidated by making custard, which calls for very slow, gentle, attentive cooking to make sure that it doesn’t curdle and turn into sweet scrambled eggs. And in summer, when a refreshing, soothing creme brulee might be just the thing, not many cooks want to stand over the stove stirring a pot of custard.

The second reason is the brulee topping. In professional kitchens, the sugar was traditionally caramelized under a salamander, a sort of industrial-quality super-hot broiler, which called for a watchful eye but did the job quickly.

Home cooks could use a regular broiler, but that’s slower and harder to watch, and does the job less evenly. In more recent years, pros and amateurs alike could burn the sugar with small butane kitchen torches; but I’ve found them not powerful enough to do a quick, thorough job.

I’m happy to say, though, that neither drawback exists any more, thanks to two relatively inexpensive devices.

First is a high-speed commercial-quality blender, the sort with 1050 watts of power and a maximum speed of 24,000 RPM. These used to be very expensive, but now you can get excellent home versions for under $200, ready to do everything from crushing ice to making superb smoothies to turning nuts into nut butters. Best of all, the friction generated by the blender’s highest speed can actually raise the temperature of ingredients to cooking heat, producing results like a hot ready-to-serve pureed vegetable soup or - you guessed it - a smooth, creamy custard for your creme brulee.

As for the burnt sugar, I’ve found that a small, hand-held butane torch like you can fi nd inexpensively in any large hardware store does the job far more efficiently than the smaller torches sold in gourmet shops; but those latter ones, or even your broiler, are also perfectly adequate if you’re prepared to take it more slowly and diligently.

With the help of these two modern conveniences, you can make amazing creme brulee in just a few minutes of work, without breaking a sweat. (You’ll still need to allow a few hours for chilling them, though.) And you’ll thrill your

family and friends by serving them what remains one of the trendiest desserts around!

QUICK AND EASY CREME BRULEE Serves 6 10 large cage-free egg yolks 1/2 cup (125 mL) plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, plus more for the brulee topping 2 1/4 cups (560 mL) heavy cream 3 slices peeled fresh ginger, each about 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick 1/2 cup (125 mL) crystallized ginger, coarsely chopped, if necessary, or fresh berries First, make the custard mixture. Put the egg yolks, 1/2 cup (125 mL) plus 1 tablespoon sugar, cream and fresh ginger in an 8-to-10-cup (1-to-1.25 l) high-powered commercial-quality blender. Put on the lid securely.

Turn on the blender to maximum speed.

Leave the blender running until you can see that the custard is steaming hot.

When you stop the blender and take off the lid, the temperature of the custard should measure about 195 F (90.5 C).

Blend for 7 to 8 minutes, turning off the blender to check with an instant-read thermometer inserted deep into the custard without touching the blades or canister.

Place six 3/4-cup (185-mL) ramekins or custard dishes on a rimmed pan. Divide the crystallized ginger or berries, if using, among the ramekins, spreading them evenly across the bottoms. Pour the custard from the blender into the prepared ramekins, filling them almost to the top. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for several hours to overnight.

Before serving, uncover the custards.

Using a sugar shaker or a spoon, sprinkle a thin, even layer of sugar over the custard.

To caramelize the sugar, light a handheld propane blowtorch or kitchen torch, carefully following the manufacturer’s instructions. Holding the torch close enough to a ramekin so that the tip of the flame touches the sugar, caramelize the sugar layer on one custard, moving the flame back and forth until the sugar crystals melt and turn a deep amber.

Turn off the flame. Repeat the caramelizing process with the remaining custards.

Chill the ramekins until the caramelized sugar crusts are very cold and hard, about 1 hour (but do not refrigerate too long, or the crusts may melt). To serve, place the ramekins on small plates, instructing guests to crack the sugar topping by hitting it with the backs of their spoons.

(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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