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September 10, 2016
Raiders Aim To Tame Losin� Strea�
–Photo credit Kyle Sandberg Hoping to help Toms River High School East to a winning season are (from left to right) Tom Ferrante, Nick Fairfield and Jake Gilligan.
–Photos by Toms River Regional and Catherine Galioto TOMS RIVER – It’s back to school time, and with it comes the warning to drivers to look out for children making their way on and off buses and in cross walks. Crossing guards are out and the school zone speed limits are in effect. Toms River Regional students headed back to class September 6. Scenes from the first day include Principal Gary Azzolini, Superintendent David Healy and Supervisor Mallory Kennedy visit with kindergarten students, above. For more photos, see page 5.
This Month In Toms River History
By J. Mark Mutter TOMS RIVER – The month of September in our history includes milestones in school construction and American Revolution correspondence: 1609, Exploring for the Dutch East India Company, Henry Hudson came upon a “great lake” of water. Today, we know it as the Barnegat Bay. 1762, Reverend John Brainard, member of the Presbytery of New Brunswick preached at the shore of the Toms River.
1782, George Washington wrote to the Continental Congress asking what was to be done about the now known “Captain H. Affair” (concerning the hanging of Joshua Huddy, who had unsuccessfully defended the village of Toms River in March of the year). 1858, Presbyterian Church of Toms River on Washington and Horner Streets was dedicated. 1861, The Ocean County Rifles were (History - See Page 27)
By Chris Christopher TOMS RIVER – Hit hard by graduation on defense, the Toms River High School East Raiders hope to be more stingy than they were last season when they were outscored 271-72. The Toms River High School East football team will have new looks on offense and defense. Out is the Delaware Wing T. In are the pro style two-back and shotgun offenses. Out is the 4-3 defensive set. In is the 4-4. “Mike Nemeth (offensive coordinator) and I have always wanted to run these sets,” said Kyle Sandberg, the Raiders’ first-year had (Raiders - See Page 6)
September 11 Ceremonies To Remember Residents Who Died In Attacks
By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – Though the towers of New York City were another state away, the impact was nonetheless felt incredibly close to home. More than a dozen local residents died in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, in the World Trade Center but also on United Flight 93. Many of their names can be found in local memorials to September 11. Some of the
men and women, ranging in ages from 26 to 70, were residents at the time, while others grew up or graduated here. Their names, compiled from archive news reports and September 11 sites, are reprinted here: Peter Paul Apollo, Waretown, World Trade Center, born 1974. John James Badagliacca, of Brick and (Remember - See Page 27)
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Back To School
–Photo by Patricia Galioto This North Dover bus stop was packed with children holding backpacks and their families snapping photos as the bus arrived for the elementary students.
–Photo by Ricky Riccardi It was the first day on the bus for the youngest Riccardi, helped aboard by big sister and mom as the children headed to East Dover Elementary.
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coach and a former East player. “We felt they would be good for us. We know the system well. So far, it has been productive. We had a lot of different players play different roles in our offense last year. We did not do well on offense so I felt we needed a change.” “We lost 22 seniors,” Sandberg said. “We lost four seniors in our secondary and they were either three or four-year varsity starters. We feel the 4-4 will be a better system for the kids we have.” Sanderg noted East’s previous winning season was 2009. The Raiders finished 1-9 overall a year ago, including 0-7 in Shore Conference Class A South in which they were last. “I want us to win, but I mostly want to change the culture,” he said. “I want to make Toms River High School East football important again. I want the whole culture to change. I want everyone to believe in Toms River High School East football again. I want to make East tough--the way it was when I was around. I want the Toms River High School East side of town to be excited to go to watch games on Friday nights. “I want the people at East to have pride.” Sandberg, 29, was an East assistant coach for six seasons. The 2005 East graduate won varsity letters as a junior and senior, playing safety, running back and wide receiver. He competed in track and field at East as a senior (100-meter dash, long jump, triple jump and high jump).
He was four-year varsity starter at Southern Connecticut State University, which he captained as a senior. He played safety in all four seasons. The owner of a bachelor of science degree in exercise science, Sandberg is a health and physical education teacher at East. “East is the only place I want to be,” Sandberg said. “Becoming the head coach is a dream come true -- the only thing I wanted to do. East is my home. I take pride in it. I am excited about being the coach here.” Sandberg said he enjoys his new role. “I am glad I took the job,” he said, “but I have a lot of learning to do. It’s like being a fi rst-year teacher. You have to lay the foundation. You have to learn how to organize things. You have to learn how to do the paper work.” The Raiders return eight players from last year’s team. At running back and linebacker is Tom Ferrante, a 6-foot, 230-pound junior. “He is intense and has drive,” Sandberg said. “He goes all out on every single play. He goes 100 miles per hour and hits kids. He is an old school, tough nosed kid. He is a fullback type of runner who wants to just hit people. He hits the hole and tries to run through the kid, the defender.” Ferrante hopes to be a solid inside linebacker. “He is a typical linebacker,” Sandberg said. “He loves to fill the hole. He is good in pass rushing situations and is good in pass coverage. He played on the varsity as a freshman so he has experience.” Senior Jake Gilligan (6-2, 215) hopes to
make plenty of big plays at linebacker and running back. “His strength is his ability to make plays,” Sandberg said. “He loves making plays. He is a warrior. He plays through bumps and bruises and does not stop. He flies to the ball on defense no matter how badly banged up he is. He just loves to play.” Junior Jack Goodall (5-10, 160) hopes to see plenty of action at quarterback and defensive back. “He is just smooth and very poised,” Sandberg said. “He has a good command of the offense. He does not panic. He started a little bit on the varsity as a sophomore at quarterback.” Junior Louie Gallo (5-9, 160) will line up at quarterback and defensive back. “His strength is his confidence,” Sandberg said. “He has the ability to command his teammates and he has the ability to shut down top offensive players.” At running back and safety is junior Evan Otten (5-9, 160). “He is a play maker on offense and defense,” Sandberg said. “He is a tremendous running back. He has vision. He finds the holes. He is also a great tackler. He has speed and quickness and is shifty when he cuts. He is a hard nosed runner who is fun to watch.” One of the team’s top linemen is senior center-defensive tackle Nick Fairfield (6-1, 225). “He understands the game,” Sandberg said. “He can make different line calls. He is very strong. He gets the job done. He does everything you ask of him.”
Also hoping to make names for themselves are senior running back-linebacker Dylan Rainieri (5-8, 170) and junior tight end-defensive end Jason Longo (6-0, 190). “Dylan commands everyone’s attention with his leadership,” Sandberg said. “He wants to win. He is passionate. Jason’s strength is his toughness. He gets in there and tries to punish people. He has the ability to run the ball. He has speed.” Key newcomers are sophomore running back-defensive back Josh Kovalick (6-0, 160), sophomore inside linebacker-offensive guard Steve Carr (6-1, 200) and sophomore center-defensive tackle Liam Meakem (6-1, 190). “Josh is unique,” Sandberg said. “He is fast and physical. He likes running between the tackles. He has the ability to string it outside and take off He can also slash. He has the ability to do different things. For a young kid, Carr plays like he has played for a long time. He can hit. He likes to make plays. He enjoys the game. “For a young player, Liam does not panic. His teammates rally around him. He understands the offense. He does a very good job of blocking and knowing the scheme. He is quick for a bigger guy.” The Raiders’ other assistant coaches are Matt Madeo (running backs), Tim Gilmartin (offensive line), Vinnie Arminio (wide receivers), Billy Byrne (wide receivers), Frank Giannetti (defensive line), D.J. Tkac (defensive backs), Joe Arminio (freshman), Eddie Goodman (freshman) and Kevin Kanarkowsk (freshman). The trainer is Jake McCartney.
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OCEAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
2016 SEASONAL INFLUENZA AND PNEUMOCOCCAL VACCINATION SITES
The Flu Ends with U!
Influenza and Pneumonia vaccinations are FREE if enrolled in Medicare Part B. If not enrolled in Medicare Part B, or you have a Medicare Managed Care Plan, the cost will be $20.00 (cash or check).
What’s New with Seasonal Flu?
• All people 6 months of age and older should get vaccinated against seasonal Flu every year • Children younger than 6 months are at high risk of serious flu illness but are too young to be vaccinated. People who care for them should be vaccinated instead • Vaccination is especially important for pregnant women and people with chronic diseases • The “regular” & “intradermal” flu vaccines offered at the OCHD Flu Clinics protect you against four different flu viruses (strains) • Three (3) Choices of Flu vaccine are available: 1. “Regular” dose injection in the muscle for all people 6 months of age and older • 2. “High-dose” injection in the muscle for people 65 years of age and older 3. “Intra-dermal” injection into the skin for people 18-64 years of age
BARNEGAT
9/29/16 Thursday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Barnegat Library – 112 Burr Street 10/19/16 Wednesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Brighton at Barnegat – Clubhouse 35 Brighton Road*
BAY HEAD
10/01/16 Saturday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Bay Head Fire Department – 81 Bridge Avenue
BEACHWOOD
10/21/16 Friday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Beachwood Community Center – 147 Compass Ave
BERKELEY
10/28/16 Friday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Berkeley Township Municipal Building 627 Pinewald Keswick Road
BERKELEY-TR ADDRESS
9/14/16 Wednesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Holiday City Carefree – Clubhouse 98 Bananier Dr.* 9/23/16 Friday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Silver Ridge Park West – Clubhouse West 145 Westbrook Dr. 10/05/16 Wednesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Holiday City West – Clubhouse 45 Cabrillo Blvd. 10/11/16 Tuesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Holiday City South – Clubhouse South 139 Santiago Dr.
BRICK
9/28/16 Wednesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Princeton Commons - Clubhouse 71 Brushy Neck Drive 10/02/16 Sunday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Brick Presbyterian Church – Family Life Center 111 Drum Point Road 10/04/16 Tuesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Lions Head North - Clubhouse 200 Courtshire Dr.*
JACKSON
9/20/16 Tuesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Greenbriar Winding Ways – Community Clubhouse 81 North Baker Drive 11/01/16 Tuesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Melvin Cottrell Center – 45 Don Connor Blvd.
LACEY
9/29/16 Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM The Church of Saint Pius X – 300 Lacey Road
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LAKEWOOD
9/24/16 Saturday 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM New Life Christian Center – 211 East 4th St. 9/26/16 Monday 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Eleanor Levovitz – Senior Citizen Apts. 500 Clifton Ave. 11/02/16 Wednesday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Lakewood Library – 301 Lexington Ave
LAVALLETTE
10/20/16 Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Lavallette First Aid Squad Building Bay Boulevard & Washington Avenue
LITTLE EGG HARBOR
9/19/16 Monday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Little Egg Harbor Twp. – Community Center 319 W. Calabreeze Way
MANCHESTER
9/13/16 Tuesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Crestwood 2 – Harmony Hall – 470 Route 530 9/15/16 Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Cedar Glen Lakes – Lakeside Hall 100 Michigan Avenue 10/07/16 Friday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Whiting United Methodist Church – 55 Lacey Rd. 10/19/16 Wednesday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Cedar Glen West – Recreation Hall – Robin Lane 10/25/16 Tuesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Cedar Glen Homes – Recreation Hall 1848 Ridgeway Road
OCEAN GATE
10/21/16 Friday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Ocean Gate Municipal Bldg. – 801 Ocean Gate Ave
OCEAN TWP.
10/14/16 Friday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Ocean Township Community Center 239 11th Street
PLUMSTEAD
9/21/16 Wednesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Plumstead Township Municipal Bldg. 121 Evergreen Rd. 10/19/16 Wednesday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Plumstead Library – 119 New Egypt Allentown Rd.
POINT PLEASANT
10/13/16 Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Senior Beehive at Saint Martha’s Church 3800 Herbertsville Road 10/25/16 Tuesday 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Point Pleasant Library – 834 Beaver Dam Road
OCEAN COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS
John P. Kelly, Director • Gerry P. Little, Deputy Director John C. Bartlett, Jr. • Virginia E. “Ginny” Haines Joseph H. Vicari
OCEAN COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH MEMBERS
John J. Mallon, Chairperson • Senator Robert Singer, Vice Chairperson Richard Work, Secretary-Treasurer • Carol Blake, RN Christopher J. Dasti • Maurice “Mo” B. Hill, Jr., D.M.D. Veronica Laureigh • Henry Mancini • Ruthanne Scaturro Gerry P. Little, Freeholder Liaison
SEASIDE PARK
10/26/16 Wednesday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Tri-Boro First Aid – 6 J Street
STAFFORD
9/27/16 Tuesday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Ocean Acres Community Center 489 Nautilus Dr. 10/05/16 Wednesday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Stafford Library – 129 Main St. (Route 9) 10/24/16 Monday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Fawn Lakes Clubhouse 6 Sycamore Road 10/26/16 Wednesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Southern Ocean Resource Center 179 S Main Street (Route 9)
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9/15/16 Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM County Connection – (Inside Ocean County Mall)* 1201 Hooper Avenue 9/29/16 Thursday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Shenandoah Commons 2405 Mount Hood Lane
10/06/16 Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Toms River Senior Center 652 Garfield Avenue 10/12/16 Wednesday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Toms River Library – Green Room 101 Washington Street 10/13/16 Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM County Connection – (Inside Ocean County Mall)* 1201 Hooper Avenue 10/18/16 Tuesday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Ocean County College – Student Center 11/03/16 Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Saint Justin’s Church 975 Fischer Blvd. 11/17/16 Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM County Connection – (Inside Ocean County Mall)* 1201 Hooper Avenue
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10/16/15 Friday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Tuckerton Seaport – Hunting Shanty 120 West Main Street *Clinic sites offering Live Healthy Ocean County! chronic disease screening services (i.e. blood pressure, stroke risk, osteoperosis, TDAP, shingles, BMI)
FLU/PNEUMONIA CLINICS AT THE OCEAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT (OCHD) OCHD Northern Site (Lakewood) - 1771 Madison Ave
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OCHD Southern Site (Stafford) - 333 Hayward Road
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Editorial 15 Years, Never Forgotten This September 11 marks 15 years since the tragedy toppled towers and shook the nation, killing nearly 3,000 and injuring thousands others that day in New York City, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania. Ocean County lost 19 of its residents in the attacks. In the immediate months after these deadly tragedies, residents clamored to find American flags and showed their patriotism in countless small and large ways. We pledged to Never Forget. We hung patriotic signs, supported or organized charity events for the victims. Our local emergency responders were among those who aided in rescue and clean-up. Others enlisted in military service in the War Against Terror, signing up to make the ultimate sacrifice. As months turned into years, the nation was no less removed from the impact of September 11th, whether the impact to the global economy or national security. The pieces of steel from the World Trade Center became local memorials found in the lobbies, vestibules and public gathering spaces of nearly every town. Those spots and others, such as the “Angel in
Anguish” sculpture at Windward Beach in Brick, each year host the commemoration and memorial observances that are held on the anniversary of the tragedy. In 2010, an area outside the Ocean County Freeholders building where several war memorials are installed, grew to include the installation of a piece of a steel girder from the World Trade Center which was added to the monument, laid upon a black base. The inscription reads: “World Trade Center Steel, presented to the citizens of Ocean County on the 10th anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001. With a heavy heart, America will forever remember.” Six more years have gone by since that inscription was made. Do we still remember as we did then, or 15 years ago? Remembering in your heart and with action can take so many forms. Wave the flag, attend a remembrance ceremony, help advocate for legislation that would help victims by contacting your legislators, or simply reflect on the fabric of the nation that has been woven along those 15 years. Now – and any day – is still a moment to Never Forget.
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Letters To The Editor The “Loose Cannon” Candidate During his campaign Donald Trump has had plenty of chances to do (or say) stupid things and he’s taken full advantage of his opportunities. Here’s a man that said if elected president, he will deport twelve million aliens, punish women for having abortions, and will keep Juan, Jose and Carmelita out of the U.S. by building a wall on our southern border. I recall the French built a wall to keep the Germans out in WW II – how’d that work out? When is someone going to explain to Donald that ignorance is not virtue? More often than not, his prejudice clouds and darkens every sentence, every paragraph of his rhetoric. With Mr. Trump, it’s always winter but never Christmas. You’d think by now even those with limited intellectual resources would be able to connect the dots. Not only does the “loose cannon” candidate becoming president scare the bejesus out of most rational human beings, some Republicans harbor a suspicion that Trump is really a RINO! To the far-right crowd, that’s worse than being HIV -positive, a homosexual or a practicing Muslim with a black wife with a union card on welfare. To paraphrase the late H.L. Mencken, on some great and glorious day the plain folks of the land will reach
their heart’s desire at last and the White House will be adorned by a downright insufferable dullard. When you look at the alternative, however, is the other choice really any better? Borden Applegate Jackson
Draft Dodging And Lies I am an 89 year old (almost 90) U.S. Navy veteran of W W I I who proud ly served in the South Pacific, along with many, many others. We had no draft dodgers in our crew. Bill Clinton is a draft-dodger (Vietnam era) who on August 8, 1974, in speaking of President Nixon said: “Any president who lies to the American public should resign.” Bill Clinton lied and did not resign, but married Hillary Rodham Clinton, the lying and very untrustworthy person running for President of the United States. They match very well and Democrats support these lying cowards. I’m glad we did not have a Draf t-Dodging Commander in Chief during W W I I, a nd t hose t h at support Hillary the liar, should not thank veterans for their service, because they would be hypocritical liars, just like Bill and Hillary. Veterans and draft dodgers don’t match. Yet veterans served to protect draft dodgers. Thomas Little Whiting
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A Boon To The State? More Like A Looming Disaster Trenton politicians are busy making the case for why New Jersey residents should vote this fall to allow casino expansion into North Jersey. One thing they are leaving out of their pitch is how these casinos would create a traffic disaster at a time when our state simply cannot handle it. If the most optimistic reports are to be believed, casinos in North Jersey would bring tens of thousands of people each day. One of the proposed locations for a casino is the Meadowlands – already one of the most congested areas for traffic in the country – where visitors would share the road with Giants and Jets fans in the fall and concertgoers throughout the year. This could be a deadly combination considering that a 2010 study found “a strong link between the presence of a casino in a county and the number of alcohol-related traffic accidents.” For any of us that have to make the trip up to New York City every day, we know that means longer commute times and less time with our families. So even though they can’t build a casino in Ocean County, we will still feel the impact from the increase in traffic up north. The American Dream, of course, should do nothing to ease concerns. Billed as one of the largest entertainment complexes in the U.S., construction broke ground in 2004. But traffic delays caused by the development became so bad that in 2012 the Jets and Giants filed a lawsuit against its developer, and today, nearly 12 years later, the site remains under construction, underscoring just how unpredictable massive projects like this can be. People coming to a casino in the Meadowlands would also be crowded onto the already-clogged New Jersey
Turnpike and Route 17, as well as Route 3 – one of the main feeders of the more than 100,000 cars that go through the Lincoln Tunnel every day. The expanded traffic will cause highways, already in poor repair, to endure further wear-andtear, leading to even more congestion and more traffic issues for New Jersey commuters. And yet perhaps the most troubling part of this situation is the state of New Jersey’s Transportation Trust Fund, which ordinarily would be called upon to repair such roads. Currently, the fund is nearly depleted, and with the five-year funding program expiring this summer, Governor Christie recently declared a state of emergency, proclaiming that all “nonessential transportation projects” would be delayed. Proponents of expansion contend the traffic issues these casinos would bring would be handled accordingly. But similar claims were made prior to the Super Bowl – the last time major transportation worries were expressed – and that night ended with more than 30,000 fans facing hourslong delays on public transportation, chanting “Jersey Sucks.” To avoid similar outcomes in the future, New Jersey voters should reject the ballot initiative expanding casino gambling this fall. Doing so will allow Trenton to focus on solving the traffic problems we already have. Stu Weiser Jackson
Many Small Businesses Never Reopen After A Disaster Is your business prepared for a flood, cyber-attack, chemical spill, fire – or even a long-term power outage? No one wants to consider these misfortunes happening to their business, but with advance planning, (Letters - See Page 24)
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
From The Desk Of The Township Council -Council Vice President Alfonso Manforti
Toms River Remembers September 11th
TOMS RIVER – September 11th, 2001. Those of us who remember the terrorist attacks know exactly where we were and what we were doing when we first heard of the tragedy. Now, 15 years later, the memory of the event has faded for some. There were 2,996 victims killed in the attack. Of the
more than 700 New Jersey residents who died, at least 21 had ties to Ocean County. We lost hundreds of rescue workers from 9/11 related illnesses, and military members who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice fighting for the values of American freedom. Today, more than ever, it’s important that we continue to
keep the memory of those lost alive. I feel it’s important to recognize the day not only to honor those affected by 9/11, but also to look to the future and ways we can celebrate our patriotism. Here in Toms River, we continue to hold our annual remembrance ceremony in town, to give people an opportunity to be together
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and to remember together. On Sunday, September 11th, 2016, Toms River Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 in conjunction with the Toms River Township District 1 and 2 Fire Officer’s Association will be holding their annual ceremony in memory of all those lost during the 9/11 attacks in 2001. The 15th
annual ceremony will start at noon at the Firefighter Statue located at the corner of Washington Street and Robbins Street in Downtown Toms River. In the event of rain, the ceremony will be held inside Toms River Town Hall, L. Manuel Hirsblond Meeting Room. The ceremony is open to
Alfonso Manforti the public and we invite the public, family and friends to attend. We cannot take our freedom for granted. Take a day to remember the day that changed us forever.
- By Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari
Drivers Cautioned To Watch For Children As Buses And Walkers Gear Up For Back To School OCEAN COUNTY – Fleets of school buses are back on the road as Ocean County’s schools are in session again. “Each September we remind motorists to be cautious of not only school buses loading and unloading children, but also of the thousands of children that walk and bicycle to school,” said Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari. “Whether students take the bus, walk, ride a bicycle or are driven to school by their parents, there are safety rules everyone must
follow,” he said. But safe driving begins before the car even reaches the street, he said. “Even while backing out of your driveway you may encounter inattentive students walking or biking to school,” Vicari, a lifelong educator, said. Drivers must also be extra alert for lower speed limits near schools. “Crossing guards will be protecting children, but it’s up to all of us as drivers to slow down and watch for kids in the
roadway,” Vicari said. When approaching any intersection, pedestrian crossing or school zone, be alert, cover the brake and be ready to stop. “Take a hard look,” Vicari said. “Look, and then look again, for the child hidden by parked cars, shrubbery or high grass, trees, or poles. Even mailboxes can obscure a child, if only for a moment.” Watch for the “darting child” who runs into the roadway chasing a ball or some other object, he said.
He also urged students to use extra caution and carefully check for any moving traffic when they exit a school bus. “Never trust a vehicle to stop just because the bus is flashing its red warning lights. Always look both ways before crossing the street after stepping out of the school bus,” Vicari said. Ocean County Freeholder Director John P. Kelly, reminded drivers that they must stop for school buses loading and unloading children. “State law requires drivers
to stop at least 25 feet from a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing,” he said. “If a driver does not stop, the bus driver will report your license plate number and a summons will be mailed to the offending driver.” Kelly, who is also Director of Law and Public Safety, said children walking to school should always follow the same route and avoid short cuts. “Parents should walk with their children at least once at the start of school so they know the
Freeholder Joseph Vicari route and approximately how long it takes to travel to and from school,” he said. For children who ride their bikes to school, state law requires anyone under the age of 17 to wear an approved safety helmet while on a bike, Kelly said. Kelly also asked that both children and motorists pay attention to their surroundings and not be distracted by cell phones while driving or walking.
OC Asks For Release Of 911 System & Emergency Response Fees OCEAN COUNTY – With more than 320,000 calls answered annually by Ocean County’s Sheriff Department 911 public safety dispatchers, officials are calling upon the state to release funds collected since 2009 from telecommunication surcharges earmarked for the 911 service. “Since 2009, the state of New Jersey has failed to provide funding for eligible expenses to local 911 centers operated by counties and municipalities across the state,” said Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy. “Instead, this funding has been diverted for ineligible expenses such as funding for the state’s Department of Law and Public Safety.” “These funds should be com-
ing back to the counties where they can be used for technology upgrades and staffing,” Mastronardy said. “911 is a key service to our citizens. In many instances it is a crucial lifeline. The state should be investing in it as outlined by federal regulations.” Ocean County Freeholder Director John P. Kelly, who serves as director of Law and Public Safety, noted the county has consistently provided funds to upgrade the 911 dispatch center. “The Board of Freeholders is well aware of how important this service is to the residents of Ocean County,” Kelly said. “These funds would be a big help in making certain our residents are well served.” Ocean County’s emergency
dispatching 911 operations were relocated in 2013 into a new home with room to meet future needs of the county and state-of-the-art equipment. “Despite the lack of funding from the state, this board and our sheriff all recognize the great importance of this service and continue to make the necessary investments to keep pace with technology while the state redirects the money earmarked especially for this elsewhere,” Kelly said. With its continued population growth in Ocean County along with its ongoing popularity in warm weather doubling its population, the county continues to update and enhance the operations of this vital service. Work on expanding the 911
dispatching center, which moved to an existing warehouse on Chestnut Street, got under way in late 2012 and the expansion completed in 2013, provided over 16,000 square feet for a new enlarged 911 center. The expanded call center has 13 state-of-the-art police and 13 fire dispatch consoles and a total of 25 stations. The new center was built with an eye toward more population growth. Under the plan, the county has the ability to further expand by at least 25 percent. “We provided new consoles and recently had all new dispatch software installed,” Kelly said. In addition, Sheriff Mastronardy installed a new digital switch allowing for text mes-
sages to 911. “We took care of it because it’s important to public safety in our county; yet, the state again has failed to provide the funding.” Kelly said. He noted the steps taken by the county are part of the first phase of improvements to the service. The 911 operation, which is overseen by the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, with the ongoing support of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, dispatches for 40 fire departments, 32 emergency first aid squads and 12 police agencies in the county. According to county officials, New Jersey annually collects from consumers about $120 million in telecommunication surcharges and deposits the
money into the 911 System and Emergency Trust Fund. “The state of New Jersey has collected over $1.25 billion in fees since 2006 with only 11 percent of the money being spent on eligible expenses,” Mastronardy said. Mastronardy’s request to the freeholders to pass a resolution asking the Governor and State Legislature properly allocate 911 System and Emergency Trust Fund Account monies to county and municipal 911 centers as required under federal law was approved. “The state should comply with federal law and restore this money so it can be used to operate, maintain and construct effective, efficient and contemporary 911 systems,” Kelly said.
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Berkeley Hopes Beach Project Will Restore IBSP Dunes
By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – Saying the wash over of the dunes contributed significantly to Superstorm Sandy damage on its mainland, township officials continue to advocate for rebuilding the dune system at Island Beach State Park. Berkeley officials said the South Seaside Park section of Island Beach State Park should have its dunes restored to at least the pre-Sandy heights. The Army Corps of Engineers dune replenishment and beach widening project is underway in Long Beach Island, but was stalled on the barrier island from Manasquan Inlet
to IBSP in part from a battle over easements needed. The IBSP portion is not included for dune replenishment. “We understand that Island Beach State Park won’t be included in the dune replenishment project, but at the very least Island Beach State Park needs to have restoration to pre-Sandy conditions,” said Mayor Carmen Amato. Elsewhere for this section of the barrier island, the dune and beach replenishment project is finally moving forward. In June, the State secured the remaining easements needed to start the project in Ocean County.
Municipal Alliance Offers Parenting Classes
TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Municipal Alliance will offer a free eight-week parenting class, Systematic Training For Effective Parenting, to parents and guardians of elementary school aged children, ages five to 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. starting September 28 at 33 Washington St. Registration is required. STEP is designed to help improve relationship and communication skills between parents and children. It’s open to parents, guardians, single parents, grandparents and those who work or volunteer with children. Singles or couples may
attend together. Topics that will be discussed include: discipline; cooperation; respect; trust; encouragement; single parenting; anger management; drug abuse prevention; constructive criticism; and humor. A certificate will be awarded upon completion of the program. The STEP program satisfies requirements of some family court cases. For more information, call Helen McGovern of the Toms River Municipal Alliance at 732-3411000 ext. 8474.
Bids could be issued as early as this fall, with work expected to begin in early 2017. The federal project will widen beaches to about 150 feet and build dunes 22 feet high from Manasquan Inlet to Island Beach State Park. The dunes will be reshaped and maintained approximately every three years with additional sand added over the next 50 years. The dune heights in areas of IBSP are left as-is since Sandy, while elsewhere towns have used emergency sand to temporarily build up the dunes. The state parks system and Department of Environmental Protection have not done that for IBSP, local officials
said, and Mayor Carmen Amato said it leaves Berkeley vulnerable. The current plans for dune replenishment stop short on IBSP, Amato said. Local officials said they provided state representatives photos showing conditions now, just after Sandy, and before the storm, to establish dune heights for the areas in question. Amato said that he and other local representatives, such as the township’s waterways committee, arranged a brief meeting with the state DEP to discuss this and other issues, but that it has been hard to move the dial to open up the project for dune replenishment there.
Marching Raider Brigade To Host Scrapbooking Event TOMS RIVER – Toms River High School East’s Marching Raider Brigade will host a scrapbooking event on October 1 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the high school, 1225 Raider Way. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Toms River High School East Marching Raiders. Registration for vendors is $30, plus a gift basket of a $25 retail value. This price includes a space at the event and three meals and drinks for the day for one person. If bringing additional team members, they will need to pay
an extra $10. If vendors would like to scrap as well, it is an additional $10 for a seat in the Scrap Area. For those interested in scrapbooking, the fee is $40 and includes three meals, desserts and unlimited water, coffee, tea, Wi-Fi and power outlet availability. The gift auction, 50/50 and vendors will be announced at a later time. To register to scrap or to be a vendor, email eastraiderbrigade@gmail.com or contact Dena Campbell at 732-232-5357.
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Ocean County Comic Stopped At Quarterfinals
By Jennifer Peacock It sounds like one of those jokes about a bar: jugglers, dancers, a contortionist, singer and comedian walked. Five out of 12 contestants were eliminated on the most recent America’s Got Talent quarterfinals held August 23 and 24. Unfortunately, one of them was Manchester’s Julia Scotti. “Thank you all for your support and votes for Julia on AGT this year! Although she didn’t advance it was a fantastic experience and we appreciate every one of you,” Cathy Caldwell, Scotti’s agent, said in Facebook
post to fans. “We love you guys and will never forget the support and love you showed us back. Thank you!” But Scotti doesn’t have too much time to mourn what might have been. Her schedule is booked solid with comedy shows in New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, and of course, New Jersey. Scotti took to her social media outlets after her AGT stint to thank fans. “I am so happy to of had this experience. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for all of your support I love you all!” Scotti wrote Aug. 26, safe and sound in the
OCEAN COUNTY – Today’s younger Americans seeking an opportunity to start and run their own business could benefit from a free seminar sponsored by SCORE. The title of the seminar is “Be the Boss – Start and Run a Successful Business in Today’s Diverse Environment.” The emcee for the Seminar is Michael Pappas who hosts a radio program on 91.9 WBNJ-FM every Saturday at 8 a.m. and Sunday at 7 a.m. Some of the knowledgeable speakers will be: Bryan M. Kuderman, author of the best-selling book, “Millennial
Millionaire: A Guide to Become a Millionaire by 30”. He has a passion for economics and teaching people to make sense of the complex world of countless financial products. Bryan has a Bachelor of Science from the College of New Jersey. He has studied at the University of Tampa and the University of Economics in Prague, Czech Republic. Theodora Sergiou, who is the acting vice president and COO of Nicholas Pools Inc. and a recognized leader in the industry. She was honored in 2015 by the Professional Women in Construction as a Woman of Distinction. In
Garden State. Scotti emerged from backstage to George Thorogood’s “Bad to the Bone” and performed a three-minute set about still being single despite her looks. But she loves the single life. “I was married. I suck at it,” she told the audience. “And if I ever get married again it’s going to be to a 90-year-old, chain-smoking billionaire who’s about two cheeseburgers away from ‘til death do us part.” She said she might, however, consider a prisoner in Minnesota she only has to visit once a year.
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2014, she was named by New Jersey Monthly magazine as a Top 25 Leading Women Entrepreneur and Business Owner. Theodora is an adjunct professor of marketing and management at Georgian Court University. Bonnie Kanter is the president of Pressing Issues, a professional web solutions and digital marketing agency. She is a “geek” disguised as a people-person with an area of expertise in social media marketing – Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and more. She has been using e-mail marketing and social media tools to help her
Scotti spoke with The Manchester Times before her August appearances on AGT and expressed gratitude for the support she has received locally. “It’s been an incredible couple of months. The support I’ve received from all over the country, actually the world, is amazing. The best part, though, is walking into the supermarket and having people from right here in Manchester Township walk up and tell me that they are pulling for me,” Scotti told The Times. “Thanks to all of you!” For more information about upcoming performances, visit juliascotti.com.
clients stay top-of-mind for many years. The seminar will be held September 14 at the Days Hotel, 290 Route 37 East, Toms River. To register, visit scoreseminars.com. The doors open at 7:30 a.m. and a breakfast buffet will be provided. Door prizes will be announced at the end of the seminar. This important seminar is sponsored by the Toms River and Monmouth chapters of SCORE. SCORE is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating and helping small businesses in America. For more information, visit our website at oceancounty.score.org.
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Ocean County Library Foundation To Host Art Show And Sale
OCEAN COUNTY – More than 15 professional artists will display a sampling of their finest work during the Ocean County Library Foundation’s Art Show and Sale on September 17 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library, 301 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick. “Art Renews the Spirit of the Jersey Shore” will feature artwork from a variety of mediums, including watercolor, oil, sculpture, photography and glass. All artwork displayed will be available for sale. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served during the event. Tickets may be purchased for $25 per person, in advance by visiting the Ocean County Library’s website at theoceancountylibrary.org or by calling Harry Applegate at 732-914-5407. Registration ends on September 17 but tickets can be purchased at the event. Checks and credit cards are accepted for tickets online and artwork on the night of the sale. Ocean County Library Foundation Chairperson Mary O. Malagiere said the Founda-
tion has been supporting special programs without spending tax dollars since the Foundation’s inception in 2001. The Foundation assists the Ocean County Library by funding events, programs, and activities that further the mission of the library system for the benefit of all residents of Ocean County. The Ocean County Library Foundation donated $110,000 toward the interior renovation of the Brick Branch which had its grand reopening on October 27, 2012, just two days before Superstorm Sandy hit Ocean County on October 29, 2012. “We are grateful to the Ocean County Library Foundation for its support of the Brick Branch as well as its support of the entire Ocean County Library system,” Ocean County Library Director Susan Quinn said. “Our Library Foundation is proud to support our Ocean County library system and bring this great event to our Brick Branch. This is a great opportunity to celebrate our visual artists, our library, and the people who live in our beautiful communities,” Malagiere said.
Donate Cell Phones For Soldiers
OCEAN COUNTY – Donate your used cell phone and help out a worthy cause. Nancy Seibert has been collecting for “Cell Phones for Soldiers” since 2006. She has combined forces with the Berkeley based “Support the Troops” project and Lloyd Mullikin, who has been sending packages overseas since 2004. Over the past six years these projects have worked closely together collecting phones, and mailing packages which include the calling cards to our troops overseas. Cell phones are collected in any condition and sent to a recycler. The profits from the recycling are sent to the organization headquarters in Massachusetts to purchase 60-minute call-
ing cards for our troops overseas so that they may keep in contact with their families during their deployment. To date, there have been over 15,000 phones collected and over 54,000 free 60-minute calling cards donated through these efforts to date. There are various drop sites throughout the area so that donors can drop their phones in them. The group is also accepting names of soldiers serving overseas to send them calling cards. Provide their name, rank, and military mailing address to mail them a package along with the calling cards. For more information, contact Nancy Seibert, project coordinator at 732-606-6040.
Ocean County WIC Program New Income Guidelines OCEAN COUNTY – The New Jersey State WIC Program (Women, Infants’ and Children), a supplemental nutrition program for pregnant and breastfeeding women and children up to the age of 5 years, who qualify, has released the new income guidelines. The guidelines, effective July 1, are posted on the Ocean County Health Department website. Any family who is interesting in applying for the WIC Program can call 732-341-9700, ext. 7520 in Toms River, 732-370-0122 in Lakewood, or 609-978-2500 in Manahawkin for an appointment, said Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little, liaison
to the Ocean County Board of Health. Daniel E. Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) Public Health Coordinator, said the WIC Program Income Eligibility Standards are based on the Federal Department of Health and Human Services Income Poverty Guidelines effective July 1. The specific income guidelines can be viewed on the OCHD website or by calling their office. The Ocean County Health Department is an equal opportunity provider. Visit the Ocean County Health Department website ochd.org or follow the Health Department on Twitter@OCpublichealth or like the Health Department on Facebook.
Thyroid Support Group To Meet
WHITING – The next meeting of the Thyroid Support Group will be held on September 19 at 10 a.m. The meetings are held to education, to support and to answer questions about thyroids. Meetings are held at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539, Whiting. Contact Stefanie with any questions at 732-350-2904.
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OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County residents can securely dispose of personal papers and documents through the county’s free Residential Document Shredding program. Residents are not required to register for this free program and can bring six boxes or bags each day. The program is for all paper documents and paper forms. Paperclips and staples do not have to be removed. Events will run their complete scheduled time or until the truck is full. The truck capacity is 8,000 pounds. The following is a list of dates, times and locations for the Residential Document Shredding Program:
September 10, Beachwood Municipal Complex, 1600 Pinewald Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. September 17, Seaside Heights Recycling Center, Bay Boulevard and Sherman Avenue, 9 to 11 a.m. September 24, Beach Haven Municipal Parking Lot, Taylor Avenue, 9 to 11 a.m. October 15, Point Pleasant Beach Public Works Yard, 301 Cooks Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. October 22, Jackson Township Municipal Building Lot, 95 West Veterans Highway, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information on the program, contact the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management at 732-506-5047.
Bus Trip To New York City
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be conducting a bus trip to New York City to explore Central Park and visit Museums on September 29. The bus departs from the Beach Complex of Ocean County Park , 659 Ocean Avenue, Lakewood at 8 a.m. The approximate return time is 6:30 p.m. The fee of $35 includes motor coach transportation only. The bus will stop at the Museum Mile area of Manhattan, near the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Enjoy the day on your own visiting museums or exploring Central Park including the zoo.
Restaurants in the area include Tavern on the Green and the Boat House. The day is spent on your own, fee includes transportation only. You will receive a map and list of area attractions. 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. Please provide name, address and daytime telephone number, along with program number when registering. (AB0309) For more information, visit oceancountyparks. org.
Ocean County Library To Open For Sunday Hours
OCEAN COUNTY – Three Ocean County Library branches will be open Sundays beginning September 11. The Toms River (101 Washington Street), Lakewood (301 Lexington Avenue) and Stafford (129 N. Main Street) branches will be open 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays until May.
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EMS Chief Starts Fundraiser To Benefit Police Officers
SOUTH TOMS RIVER – Robert Krohn, EMS chief for the South Toms River Volunteer First Aid Squad, has started a fundraiser on gofundme.com to put a tourniquet in every Ocean County Law Enforcement Officer’s pocket as well as a Mutual Aid Trauma Kit in for as many police vehicles as possible. The trauma kit mounts to the head rest of the seat and officers are able to use them on themselves or toss them to a fellow officer who is bleeding out when they cannot get to them.
Money from this gofundme campaign will be distributed to South Toms River Volunteer First Aid and Rescue Squad, who is a registered 501(c)3, then the squad will purchase the kits and tourniquets and disperse them to Ocean County departments. Each trauma kit with headrest costs approximately $134 per kit. The tourniquets for the officers pockets, which can be used to stop deadly bleeding, costs approximately $30 per officer. To donate, visit gofundme.com/2f86hqk.
Stormwater Projects In Action OCEAN COUNTY – The American Littoral Society, Princeton Hydro and the Ocean County Soil Conservation District invite you to learn how your community can help improve water quality in Barnegat Bay through green infrastructure and other improvements that work with traditional stormwater management. A special educational workshop will be held at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library on October
5 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. inside Mancini Hall, 101 Washington Street. You will learn about the problems facing the bay due to over-development and solutions that can lead to cleaner water, less flooding and the creation of habitat. Light refreshments will be served. This is a free event. Space is limited and registration is first come, first serve. RVSP no later than September 30. Visit tinyurl.com/hey6tfp for more information.
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Freeholders: Be Prepared For Hurricane Season
OCEAN COUNTY – “Hopefully, we will never see the devastating effects of a storm like Sandy again, but even hurricanes that pack much less of a punch, can cause devastation very quickly,” stated Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little, Liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. “It is important that our residents know what to do before, during, and after a hurricane.” Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) Public Health Coordinator, offered these basic preparedness tips: You and your family should know where to go and if you need to evacuate you should know your evacuation routes to take and have a plan for where you can stay. Put together a disaster supply kit, including a flashlight, batteries, cash, firstaid supplies, and copies of your critical information if you need to evacuate. If you are not in an area that is advised to evacuate and you decide to stay in your home, plan for adequate supplies in case you lose power and water for several days and you are not able to leave due to flooding or blocked roads. Make sure all family members have a copy of
your Family Emergency Communication Plan. “In addition,” added Regenye, “it is important to prepare your home. There are several things your can do to eliminate or minimize damage from a hurricane, including the following: Before hurricane season or when you hear a hurricane may be coming, look around your property and if necessary, trim or remove damaged trees and limbs. Secure loose rain gutters and downspouts and clear any clogged areas or debris to prevent water damage to your property. Reduce property damage by retrofitting to secure and reinforce the roof, windows and doors, including the garage doors. Purchase a portable generator or install a generator for use during power outages. Remember to keep generators and other alternate power/heat sources outside, at least 20 feet away from windows and doors and protected from moisture; and NEVER try to power the house wiring by plugging a generator into a wall outlet. The Ocean County Health Department will continue to offer tips for hurricane season for residents at ochd.org.
“Latino Americans” Documentary For Hispanic Heritage Month
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Library will present the award-winning PBS series “Latino Americans: 500 Years of History” at the Lacey Branch, 10 East Lacey Rd in Forked River, every Monday from September 19 through October 24 at 7 p.m. “Latino Americans” is the first major documentary series for television to chronicle the history and experiences of Latinos. It documents the rich and varied history and experiences of Latino people who have helped
shape the United States culture and progress. The screening is part of the library’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. The six episodes will be screened in chronological order beginning with Foreigners In Their Own Land (1565-1880) and ending with Peril and Promise (1980-2000). Refreshments will be served. The program is free and open to the public but registration is required. To register call the Lacey Branch at 609-693-8566 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org and click events and news.
Caregiver Volunteers To Hold Fall Harvest Event
TOMS RIVER – The Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey present “A Taste of the Fall Harvest” on October 6, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Toms River Country Club, 419 Washington St. The event will feature wine sampling, autumn
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OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be conducting a new class in pickle ball. Join this game that combines badminton, tennis and ping pong. All equipment will be supplied. Meet at the courts of “Tip” Seaman County Park on September 20 from 10 to 11:30 a.m., program #323123-3A. Another program will be at Beaver Dam Creek County Park on October 6 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. 10:00 – 11:30, program #323123-3B. The fee is $3.
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TOMS RIVER – The Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market runs until November 16 on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. November hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is also a Thanksgiving Market on November 21. The Farmers’ Market is located at the south corner of Irons and West Water Streets. Free parking is available. New this year is a sit down lunch area under tents.
OCEAN COUNTY – Voters can vote by mail by following these directions: The voter must be a registered voter in order to apply for a mail-in ballot. Once the voter applies for a mail-in ballot, they will not be permitted to vote by machine at their polling place in the same election.
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Voters will receive instructions with the mail-in ballot. The ballot must be received by the County Board of Elections before close of polls on Election Day. Do not submit more than one application for the same election. Voters must apply for a mail-in ballot for each election, unless they designate otherwise on the application. The Ocean County Clerk’s Election Office is located at the Court House, 118 Washington Street, Room 107, Toms River. Call 732-929-2153 or 800-722-0291 with questions, or visit oceancountyclerk.com.
Church To Host Classical Concerts Series
TOMS RIVER – Ocean Classic Concerts is launching its 34th season with a concert by Greg Giannascoli. Come for music for marimba and piano at 4 p.m. on September 18 at the Presbyterian Church of Toms River, 1070 Hooper Ave. For more information, visit pctr.org/ministries/ music-ministry/ocean-classic-concerts.
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NJNG To Hold Energy Assistance Days
NEW JERSEY – If you are struggling to make ends meet, paying your energy bill does not need to be a burden. Whether a family or an individual is on a limited income or faced with unanticipated financial hardship, there are energy assistance and home energy-improvement programs available. From mid-September through early October, New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) will host its annual Energy Assistance Days throughout Monmouth, Ocean and Morris counties. Representatives from NJNG and state-designated agencies will be available to work with members of the community to identify which programs best fit their needs and assist with the application process. To qualify and apply for energy-assistance programs, participants must provide proof of identification, proof of income and social security cards for all household members, proof of home ownership or rental agreement and recent copies of both natural gas and electric utility bills. On October 1, the federally funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) will begin accepting applications for the 2016-2017 heating season. LIHEAP and the state’s Universal Service Fund (USF) help income-eligible households meet home heating and medically necessary cooling costs. Moreover, households that exceed LIHEAP and USF income thresholds and experiencing temporary or unanticipated financial hardship may qualify for NJNG’s Gift of Warmth fund, in addition to the state-sponsored Payment Assistance Gas and Electric and Temporary
Coastal Volunteers To Host Gala Event
BARNEGAT – Coastal Volunteers in Medicine clinic, 249 S Main St , offers free clinic services to community members who are unable to afford medical insurance, have limited income and do not qualify for Medicare. The clinic is funded solely by grants and individual contributions. The clinic is holding its second annual Gala dinner dance on September 30, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Oceanaire in Greenbriar. The Brass Tacks 17-piece orchestra will provide the music. There will be a seated dinner, open wine and beer bar, basket auction, silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased online at coastalvim.org. Additional information is available via email at eventscvim@gmail.com.
St. Luke’s To Celebrate Health Care Professionals
TOMS RIVER – St. Luke’s Church will hold its third annual White Mass on October 16 at 3 p.m. on 1674 Old Freehold Road. The White Mass is a special mass held for physicians, nurses, healthcare workers, families and friends. St. Luke is the patron saint of physicians. Healthcare workers of all faiths are welcome. A reception will follow the mass. For more information, call 732-255-7226.
Relief for Utility Expenses grants as well as the NJ SHARES program. Other energy assistance or home energy-improvement programs are available to help reduce energy costs. Attend one of the upcoming Energy Assistance Days and learn how to manage your energy bills and prepare yourself or a loved one for the winter season. For more information, or to connect with NJNG’s energy assistance specialists, call 800-221-0051 or email energyassist@njng.com. Toms River: September 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Ocean County YMCA 1088 West Whitty Road. Little Egg Harbor: September 20 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Little Egg Harbor Community Center, 319 West Calabreeze Way. Long Beach Island: September 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Saint Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Boulevard. Brick: September 26 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Township of Brick Civic Center, 270 Chambersbridge Road. Jackson: September 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Jackson Township Senior Center, 40 Don Connor Boulevard. In addition, NJNG offers free energy assistance presentations to community organizations. To reserve a date, contact NJNG’s energy assistance department at 732-938-1055 or energyassist@njng.com. Additional information is available at njng.com.
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OCEAN COU NTY – September is recognized as National Preparedness Mo n t h . O c e a n C o u n t y Fr e e h old e r Deputy Director Ger r y P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health, said “Your Family Emergency Communication Plan begins with questions such as, What if something happens and I am not with my fami ly? How w i l l I r e a ch my fa m i ly? How will I know they are safe? How w il l my fa m ily k now I a m ok ay? ” Freeholder Little added, “Many of ou r com mu n icat ion net works, such a s m o bi le p h o n e s a n d c o m p u t e r s , could be unreliable during disasters a nd elect r icit y could be d isr upted. Planning for any type of disaster or emergency helps ensure that all the members of your household, including children and people with disabilities, k now how to reach each other a nd where to meet up in an emergency.” Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department public health coordinator, said, “Making an emergency plan that every household member has will help you reconnect with others in case you do not have your mobile device or computer with you or if your battery runs down. It is important to write down phone nu mbers a nd email add resses for ever yone in your household.”
In addition, as disasters can strike during school or work hours, family members need to k now thei r emergency response plans and how to stay informed. Make sure your children are aware of the plans and let them know who would pick them up in an emergency. Sign yourself up for emergency alerts from your child’s school, your workplace, and local government. Make sure you are made aware of your child’s school plans in case of an emergency. It is also suggested that you identify someone outside of you r com mu nity or state who can act as a central point of contact to help your household reconnect. In a disaster, it may b e e a sie r t o m a ke a long- d ist a nc e phone call than to call locally as the local phone lines could be jammed. Regenye also a dded t hat i n you r communication plan you should also include phone numbers for emergency services, utilities, service providers, medical providers, veterinarian, insurance companies, and other services. Also enter household and emergency contact information into all household member’s mobile phones or devices.” You can f i nd a copy of a Family Emergency Communication Plan on the front page of the Ocean County Health Department website at ochd.org.
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Monmouth Medical Debuts State-of-the-Art Cardiac Imaging With 3D Echocardiography
OCEAN COUNTY – Barnabas Health Heart Center at Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus, a RWJBarnabas Health facility, will now be able to give patients a better picture of their heart with the recent addition of a 3D echocardiogram. By utilizing the state-of-the art ultrasound system and Live 3D Echo technology, cardiologists will be able to view the heart instantaneously, visualizing it from different perspectives and looking at the correlation between valves, chambers, and vessels to identify abnormalities – resulting in more complete and direct views when compared with 2D echocardiography. “This ultrasound system brings a new standard of care to our facility by providing greater diagnostic accuracy and accessi-
bility. Physicians and staff members will now be able to quickly share high-quality images between facilities, making communication a seamless process,” said Frank J. Vozos, MD, executive vice president, RWJBarnabas Health and chief executive officer, Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus. “For patients requiring mul-
tiple echocardiograms, this technology is especially beneficial as it allows for easier comparisons of tests, showing differences that signal improvements or declines faster.” As a Barnabas Health Heart Center, patients at Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus have access to an expansive network of advanced cardiac services and
integrated diagnostics that provide all the advantages of a single, multi-center program, with convenient access to consultation, testing, follow-up care, and rehabilitation. For more information about cardiology services available at Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus’ or to schedule an echocardiograph, call 732-886-4426.
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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Parks and Recreation Newsletter has been published. The seasonal newsletter is a schedule of the events and programs sponsored by the department. The newsletter highlights the offerings of the Parks and Recreation Department as well as
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HeRe’s to youR HeALtH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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You wake up at 4 a.m. feeling tired, but wired and you keep twirling some person or event in your head, never going back to sleep. Something bad is going to happen today and you just k now it! Your chest pounds and you feel dread when you think about going to that event or speaking to a certain someone. These are the symptoms of anxiety, and some of you live with this every day, several times a day. Ruminating in a state of fear, panic or anxiety can cause other symptoms in your body that over time, wear your adrenals out and lead to severe insomnia, depression and high blood pressure. Stress can also cause ulcers. There’s a difference between an anxiety or panic attack and generalized anxiety disorder or GAD. The difference is one is finite and quick and the other is constant. GAD sufferers often expect the worse, when there’s no real reason for concern or they may fret about health, money, family or work issues. When you find that these intrusive thoughts are occupying much of your day, it’s time to do something about it. As a pharmacist, I bet you think that I’m going to recommend a tranquilizer, but I’m not. That is the worst, possibly thing you could do and I rarely recommend drug treatment for this. In fact, I hold the opposite belief. I actually want you to consider the fact that a medication you take is causing the anxiety and changes in your mood. For almost 7 million folks with GAD, it’s
very possible that most of them are taking a medication that induces anxiety. Here’s the list of some of the worst possible offenders, you are going to be stunned. If you take any of these, speak to your doctor because you will need to find a suitable alternative or follow very careful tapering instructions. Stopping suddenly could be a disaster. Here goes: Tranquilizers. Shocker isn’t it?! The medicine you may be taking to relax can actually lead to anxiety and panic attacks. According to a 1995 study, it was known that in almost half the patients seeking advice for anxiety, panic and phobias, the cause was either alcohol or benzodiazepine drugs like clonazepam, alprazolam, lorazepam and others. The mechanism is complicated, but it’s due to a rebound arousal. Getting off these drugs is a nightmare, so I’d say don’t even start. Allergy medicines. It’s in the pseudoephedrine, which is a decongestant. This is a stimulant and can cause you to feel anxious. Sleeping medicine. It’s hard to believe but these drugs don’t put you into a restful, natural sleep. Oftentimes, they steal your REM sleep, and so over time you actually become sleep-deprived. Anxiety sets in. Asthma inhalers. The albuterol in these medications is the offender, it’s great to help open up breathing passageways, but it causes a person to feel stressed and hyperactive. For a more comprehensive list of medication categories that spark anxiety, sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com.
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OCEAN COU NTY – Rose Garden Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and The Ocean County Vintage Automobile Club will host the 11th annual Antique Automobile Show on September 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rose Garden, 1579 Old Freehold Road, Toms River. Music will be provided by The Cameos. There will be refreshments, prizes for the kids, crafts and more. Bring a lawn chair. For more information, call Kevin at 732-505-4477 or e-mail KBActivities@ aol.com.
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Dear Joel, I have an issue that I haven’t been able to discuss with anyone else and decided to write to your column. About two years ago I was diagnosed with cancer. As you can imagine it was a frightening experience and all things considered I am doing well. I did undergo many forms of treatment which changed some of my sensations, gait and certainly outlook on life. The good news is that I have been cancer free. I am celebrating a new sense of health that I didn’t appreciate before this happened. Here is my problem. My husband was always a very physical man. Since my illness, I have no appetite for sex and fi nd him very insensitive. There has been a lot of tension in our home and I would like your opinion as to who is right and who is wrong. Answer: First of all thank you for writing. I must start by saying that although many people think that I am a physician. That is not the case. That being said, working in home health care for as long as I have, I hear many personal stories. Your situation is not unique.
There are many reasons why couples drift apart sexually, even when illness has not been an issue in the relationship. Your last sentence of “who is right in this situation” is an interesting one. I am less concerned about who is right and more concerned with helping you as there really isn’t a right or wrong. Although, I can’t be certain, my guess is that the two of you will not be able to work this out by yourselves. I suggest seeking a marriage counselor, sex therapist or other mental health professional. The answer may be right in front of you but neither of you knowing how to fi nd it by yourselves. I wish you good health and truly hope that you can work through your differences Joel
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recognized by the Governor as a company of volunteers to fight in the Civil War. 1905, Voters decided to purchase “Gowdy’s Island” by a vote of 191-12. Today, we know it as Huddy Park, the Township’s first municipal park. 1955, Need for a bus station in Dover Township was discussed at a Township meeting. 1964, Construction of Hooper Avenue Elementary School was approved by the voters. 1964, The Township received $63,000 in Green Acres money to acquire a portion of Ortley Beach.
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Staten Island, World Trade Center, born 1966. Brett T. Bailey of Brick, World Trade Center, born 1973. Evan Jay Baron, formerly of Long Beach Island, World Trade Center, born 1964. Christopher Seton Cramer of Manahawkin, World Trade Center, born 1967. John Robert Cruz of Jersey City, formerly of Lakewood, World Trade Center, born 1969. Robert P. Devitt Jr. of Plainsboro, a 1983 graduate of Brick Township High School Michael David Diehl of Brick, World Trade Center, born 1953. Patrick Joseph Driscoll of Point Pleasant Beach, United Flight 93, born 1930. Patricia M. Fagan of Toms River, World Trade Center, born 1946. John Roger Fisher of Beachwood, World Trade Center, born 1955. Harvey J. Gardner III of Lakewood, World Trade Center, born 1966. William H. Kelly Jr. of Long Beach
1968, Groundbreaking for new Presbyterian Church on Hooper Avenue and Chestnut Street was held. Mayor Ernest A. Buhr was an honored guest. 1987, A “We The People” tree was planted on the grounds of Town Hall to mark the 200th anniversary of adoption of the United States Constitution. 2002, The Township marked the one year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in the United States by dedicating a monument on the Town Hall grounds. –J. Mark Mutter is the Toms River Township Clerk and Historian. He is chairman of the Semiquincentennial Committee that is planning the Township’s 250th anniversary in 2017.
Township, World Trade Center, born 1971. Robert Clinton “Bob” Kennedy of Toms River, World Trade Center, born 1948. Joseph Mangano of Jackson, World Trade Center, born 1948. Fred V. Marrone of Lakewood, World Trade Center, born 1938. Edward K. Oliver of Jackson, World Trade Center, born 1970. Jon A. Perconti Jr. of Brick, World Trade Center, born 1969. Susan M. Pollio of Beach Haven, World Trade Center, born 1956. James Sands Jr. of Brick, World Trade Center, born 1962. Raphael “Ralph” Scorca of Beachwood, World Trade Center, born 1940. Thomas Joseph Sgroi of Brick, World Trade Center, born 1956. Catherine Smith of Long Beach Township/Manahawkin, World Trade Center, born 1957. Christopher M. Traina of Brick, World Trade Center, born 1976. To find the location of their names on the 9/11 Memorial, New York City, visit 911memorial.org.
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OCEAN COUNTY – Experience the British theater on Ocean County College’s 38th Annual Theatre in London Seminar/Trip: January 4 to 15, 2017. Members of the community are welcome to participate on a non-credit basis. Students will be enrolled for three college credits. A number of scholarships are available for OCC students. Reg i s t r a t io n d e a d l i n e: O c t ob e r 4. Seminar/Trip: See 10 plays at the Royal National T heat re, West End, Fr i n g e , a n d o t h e r ve n u e s . Ta ke a
Golf Tourney To Benefit Firehouse
TOMS RIVER – Toms River Volunteer Fire Company #1 will hold its 11th Annual Golf Tournament on September 15, at the Bey Lea Municipal Golf Course. It will be a 1 p.m. shotgun start, best ball format. Cost is $90. This includes golf, gift, prizes, snacks on the course and dinner with the awards to follow back at firehouse, 26 Robbins Street. Organizers are also looking for prize donations, hole sponsors at $100 or a cart sponsor at $200. For further information, contact John Mount at 732-773-7828 or email jmount@trfire.org.
Recovery International Meeting Schedule
TOMS RIVER – Recovery International is a self-help mental health group that meets every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Room 6 at the Presbyterian Church of Toms River, 1070 Hooper Ave. This group offers understanding and support for those who suffer from stress and tension, anxiety, panic, worry, anger, fears, sleep problems, depression, fatigue, feelings of helplessness, panic attacks and other emotional problems. For more information, call 732-557-5466.
Festival Of The Sea
POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Festival of the Sea on September 17 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Arnold and Bay Avenues. The event is a street fair that has been running for more than 39 years. Over 200 crafters and vendors will be on hand along with local restaurants, family activities, live entertainment and a wine garden. For more information, visit pointbeachfestivals. com.
Luau For Landon At VFW Post
BAYVILLE – Team Landon will hold a “Luau for Landon” at the VFW Post on Veterans Boulevard on September 24. This event is to help support Landon, an 18-month-old boy recently diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a rare cancer of the eye. Call 848-448-1006 for information.
OCC Trip To England
backstage tour at the Royal National Theater. Enjoy talk-back sessions with actors, directors, or technical staff. Visit Shakespeare’s Globe T heater. Plent y of f ree time for sightseeing, museu ms, shopping, and dining. Tour package: round trip airfare on United Airlines, 10 nights accommodations at the conveniently located
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R a d i s s o n Bl u E d w a r d i a n G r a f t o n Hotel (four star hotel), theatre tickets, day trip to Stratford-Upon-Avon, full English brea k fast d aily, rou nd t r ip ai r por t t r a nsfer s, most t ips, t a xes, OCC i n st r uct ion , t u it ion a nd fees. Not included: lunch and dinner, personal expenses, trip cancellation insurance, and any items not specifically listed.
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You have a right to a safe and healthful workplace. If you have suffered an injury on the job, make sure you know what kind of benefits you might receive under workers’ compensation coverage. In some instances, an aggressive compensation carrier may deny an injured worker’s legitimate workers’ compensation claims. An insurer can claim you have not been injured, or that the injury you have suffered is not serious enough to qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. If this is the case, you may stand to lose critical benefits. Most important among these critical benefits is the right to medical treatment. Medical benefits are mandated by the New Jersey Worker’s Compensation Act, and require the employer to furnish the injured worker with medical, surgical, and other treatment as are necessary “to cure and relieve the worker of the effects of the injury and to restore the functions of the injured member or organ” if possible. Moreover, in those instances where the employer has refused or neglected to provide medical treatment in accordance with the provisions of the Workers’ Compensation Act, the employer will be held responsible for the cost of treatment; even if the employee receives treatment prior to the carrier’s authorization.
Further, it is important to note another Christopher R. Shea Esq. critical benefit of the Workers Compensation Act. This benefit protects employees from collections law suits when the employee obtains medical treatment that has been wrongfully or negligently withheld by an employer. This benefit was upheld by the New Jersey Appellate Court in Kinley Physical Therapy Services, Inc. v. Kramer, and unequivocally states that a medical service provider is prohibited from filing an action against the employee until a determination has been made by the Division of Workers’ Compensation. The Court reasoned that a medical provider is normally not permitted to pursue collection actions in court until it resolves all administrative remedies, thus, the employee must be shielded from all actions by the medical provider until the Court determines whether or not the employer is responsible for the cost of medical care. If you feel your legitimate benefits have been denied and you live in the New Jersey, our workers compensation lawyers would like to talk to you to see if we can assist you with your case.
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Seaside Heights Festivals
SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Seaside Heights festivals include: Wine on the Beach Festival, September 10 to 11; “QUE by the SEA” BBQ Festival, September 16 to 18; New Jersey State H.O.G. Rally, September 29 to 30. Later in the year, Fishin’ in Seaside Heights event is October 1. October 7 to 9 is the
Italian Street Festival. December 3 is the borough’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. December 10 will be Christmas on the Island and Parade. December 17 is Seaside Heights Santacon. December 31 is First Night Ocean County in Seaside Heights.
DAV Auxiliary Unit To Host Jamboree
TOMS RIVER – Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary Unit 24 will host a Jamboree on October 16 from 3 to 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 129, 2025 Church Road. It’s a family friendly event with live music by Movin’ On with Dotty Williams. Danc-
ing, door prizes and refreshments available. Admission will be $8 per person and children under 12 are free. Tickets will be available at the door. For more information or to pre-order tickets, e-mail davaunit24nj@gmail.com.
Annual Sailfest Coming To Toms River
TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Rotary will hold the 25th annual Sailfest on September 10 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at River Avenue, Island Heights. Enjoy crafts from over a hundred vendors, children’s games, rides, all
day entertainment, food vendors and more. Admission is free. Proceeds from sales will benefit local charitable giving. For more information, call 732-929-0011 or visit tomsriverrotary.org.
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Leadership Training Scheduled For Take Control Of Your Health
OCEAN COUNTY – Take Control of Your Health Workshop is designed for adults with chronic diseases such as arthritis, diabetes, depression, heart disease, high blood pressure, lung disease, or other ongoing health conditions. The goal is for participants to gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and acquire skills to better manage their health in a mutually supportive setting. It is a six-week course that meets weekly for 2 ½ hours. The workshops are sponsored by Ocean County Office of
Senior Services and Meals on Wheels of Ocean County. A Peer Leader Certification Course to learn how to facilitate the Take Control of Your Health will be offered at the Preferred Behavioral Health Training Center, 725 Airport Road, Lakewood, beginning September 19 and continuing September 26, October 3 and October 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information or if you’re interested in becoming a peer leader, call Louanne Kane 732-281-8391.
Drop-In Golf Clinic OCEAN COUNTY – The Department of Parks and Recreation will conduct Free Drop-In Clinics in order to brush up on your game or get in the swing of this classic sport. This event will teach some pointers on chipping and putting to enhance your golf score. The fi rst location is Atlantis Golf Course, Little Egg Harbor, September 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. Program #323214-2A.
Come try out the new JR Smith Golf Learning Center, Ocean County Park, Lakewood, October 14 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Call to register, 732-506-9090. Bring your own clubs, if possible. Ages 7 to adult welcome. Program #323214-2B. To receive more information or to receive a Parks and Recreation Newsletter call 732506-9090 or visit oceancountyparks.org
Ocean County Hibernians Hosting Halfway To St. Patrick’s Day Event
OCEAN COUNTY – Ancient Order of Hibernians Ocean County Division 1 will host a Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day celebration on September 18 from 3 to 7 p.m. at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church Parish Hall located at 130 St. Maximilian Lane, off of
Mule Road in Holiday City at Berkeley. Tickets are $16 and include Irish entertainment by the Mike Byrne Band, coffee, cake, snacks and sof t d r in ks. For tickets or more information call Jack Clarke at 732-341-7946 or Jack O’Shea at 732- 341-9084.
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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be conducting an Exercise with Ease program for people looking to increase their stamina and get moving. Classes are held at the Program Room, Parks Administration Office, 1198 Bandon Road in Toms River. A certified instructor will teach the class. The Exercise with Ease class will be offered Mondays and Fridays for $35 to the instructor, $5 for registration. The class is 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. October
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Library Offers New Customer Service Feature
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Library offers customers a new way to contact the library with its chat and text reference service. This service allows customers to ask for information assistance by chatting on the library’s website or texting a librarian and benefit from the library’s reference services. Visit OCL’s website and click the red and blue link “Need Help? Chat or Text
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Business Profile By Robert D. Verderese Those who want an alternative to the talk show format need not look any further. Tune in to “Preferred Company” with Joel Markel, President and owner of “Preferred Home Health Care” and his co-host, M ar ianne Lev y, airing 8 to 10 a.m., Monday through Friday, on WOBM-AM (1160 and 1310). Chock-full of fun and friendly talk, along with game shows, trivia contests, nostalgia and celebrity inter views, “Preferred Company” is the perfect blend of good conversation and entertainment that is sure to please. While there are many dimensions to “ Pre ferred Company,” the one that listeners are immediately struck by is the wonderful chemistry between Joel and Marianne: “It’s like we can read each other’s minds,” Marianne says. Moreover, when you li ste n to “ Pr efe r r e d C o m p a ny,” you cannot miss the spec i a l c o nn e c tion that Joel and Marianne have: “ There really is a comfort and lightness between us that allows us to bring out the best in one another,” Joel adds. So what is it besides “good chemistry” between Joel and Marianne that makes “Preferred Company” stand out from the crowd? Well, for starters, the show’s format is almost entirely unscripted: “ We don’t know what we’re going to talk about five minutes before the show goes on the air,” Marianne
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admits. For some in the radio business, the idea to do a show with no script would be a frightening prospect, but at “Preferred Company,” it is the only way to do a radio show. For instance, Joel desc r ibes the unique ness of the show in the following way: “What makes our show special is how natural the format is—it’s like we’re having coffee with you at a restaurant where any subject can be discussed at any time.” To be sure, “Preferred Company” distinguishes itself from many radio shows in that it is consistently interactive by way of phone calls and emails. Unlike many other talk shows that rarely, if ever, take phone calls or respond to emails, “Preferred Company” considers interacting with their audience as an essential part of the program. Referring to their listeners as “Lis-
pr efer r edr ad i o.c o m. Click on and download an App to listen to a live or previously recorded program, or play a 24 -hour-a- day bingo game, or even get a tasty recipe. Listeners can also connect with “Preferred Company ” by downloading an App called “ R a di o p u p” to t h e i r smartphones. People f rom all around the world listen to Joel and Marianne via this App: “We love “Radiopup” and how it allows us to connect with people from all types of backgrounds. It really gives our show another level of c onnectivit y — it ’s wonderful!” says Marianne. Speaking of wonderful, let’s not forget about Joel’s lovable puppy Oliver and Marianne’s “favorite,” Norman: “I love dogs and love to share dog stories with our listeners,” says Marianne. Discussing everything from the smar test
tener Friends,” it is not unusual for Joel and Marianne to talk about their families with their listeners and vice versa: “Our show is very much a family affair,” Joel explains. Further, Joel and Marianne welcome their family-of-listeners to the show ’s website,
and most popular dog breeds, to the most popular dog names, even dog-friendly accommodations, such as hotels and motels and vacation rentals, at “Preferred Company,” your canine will always get the love and attention that he or she deserves!
Do you want to harken back to “the good old days’ of yore? At “Preferred C o m p a n y,” you can travel with Joel and Marianne on a “Streetcar Named Nostalgia” and reminisc e about how things used to be. “Many of our listeners are baby boomers and enjoy talking about t h e p ast . I t puts a smile on their face and gives them a good feeling inside and we like to be a part of that,” Joel recounts. As listeners of “Preferred Company” al- Pictured are Joel Markel, President and owner of “Preferred ready know, Home Health Care” and his co-host, Marianne Levy. the show also of fers many in- that listeners enjoy is Prairie” to best-sellstallments that are as “Match Wednesday,” ing authors such as charming as they are where callers attempt L a r r y O l m s te d w h o fun! For instance, every to provide a correct wrote “Real Food, Fake morning at 8:35, Joel match to a word given Food,”—Joel and Marand Marianne offer lis- by Joel or Marianne. ianne offer their listenteners the opportunity A n d t h e c a l l e r t h at ers a variety show that to call up the program gives the correct match is second-to-none. Come discover what and extend a “Good wins a prize, such as Wish” to someone who BlueClaws tickets or a eve r yo n e i s t a lk i n g is special in their lives. twenty five dollar gift about and join “Preferred Company,” with Perhaps you might hear card to Wawa. Joel Markel and Mar“Preferred Company” a loved- one extending a good wish to a listeners also have an ianne Lev y, airing 8 sick family member. Or opportunity to win lot- to 10 a.m., M onday maybe the caller simply tery tickets on “Leave t h r o u g h Fr i d a y, o n wants to wish a friend ‘Em Laughing Fridays,” WOBM AM (1160 AND “ Happy Bir thday ” or which is a nice way to 1310). Like them on “Happy Anniversary.” end the week and begin Facebook and tell your friends. Visit their webRegardless of the wish, the weekend. site at preferredradio. Interesting guests also t h e “ G o o d W i s h e s” segment of “Preferred figure prominently on com. Fun, relaxed and Company” is extremely the “Preferred Compa- entertaining, “Preferred popular in that it allows ny” show. A diversity of Company” truly offers people to reach out to personalities—ranging something for everyones they care about in from celebrities like body and is no wonder A lison A r ngr im who why it is the area’s fasta thoughtful way. Another feature of played “Nellie Oleson” est-growing radio talk “Preferred Company” on “Little House on the show.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast
For the week of September 10-September 17
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Accept a challenge to improve yourself. Find ways to get back in shape through exercise or participation in sports. You could find a pleasant companion or old friend has the same idea this week. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take the hint. Someone close may pressure you to perform at the highest level but you’re up to the challenge. You can make a smart business move or financial change in the week ahead. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Encourage everyone. Set a good example and lend a helping hand, especially to family members. In the week to come you might tackle a remodeling job or prefer to work out of your home base. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Things are looking up. You may feel more contented with what you have and how you can get it this week. Key decisions and personal plans may be strongly influenced by a partner or spouse. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Put the pedal to the metal. In the week ahead your passion for a work project or business idea can pay off. You can make more money than usual if you are willing to work hard to get it. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Pump up the pace. You possess necessary stamina to achieve success. Ignore people who try to undermine your self-confidence. Go ahead with a creative venture early in the week.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Fan the flames with fanfare. There is no reason to start something unless there you are dedicated to follow through. Someone in your family circle may give you support in the week ahead. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You are what you think. Embrace a passion for deep thinking that could produce crucial momentum with a business or financial idea. Investigate money making ideas in the week ahead. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Pile up the pennies. You can line your coffers with gold in the week ahead if you don’t let family naysayers put doubts in your mind. Remain confident of your ability to turn a profit. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Go for the gusto. You can use your entrepreneurial spirit to overcome any adversity and to overtake any adversary. In the week ahead press forward with a business or financial idea. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Give the squeaky wheel some oil. The wheels of financial progress may turn slowly in the week ahead. You are on the brink of financial success but must remain realistic in temporary downturns. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t be discouraged. Some people allow negative scripts to rerun through their heads when their high standards aren’t met. Focus on reaching your goals fearlessly as this week unfolds.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Summer Showcase: Classic Soup Features Smorgasbord Of Veggies By Wolfgang Puck HEARTY VEGETABLE MINESTRONE WITH PARMESAN TOASTS Serves 6
(12-mm) pieces 1 tablespoon honey Freshly ground black pepper 3 large sprigs fresh basil, plus extra small sprigs for garnish
For the minestrone, heat the olive oil in a medium-sized 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for seasoning pot over medium heat. Add the leeks and fennel and saute, and serving stirring frequently, until they just begin to soften, about 5 1 1/2 large leeks, white and pale green parts only, thoroughminutes. Add the prosciutto, celery, kidney beans, tomato, ly rinsed and cut crosswise into thin slices garlic, and half the rosemary. Saute 5 minutes longer. Stir in 1 large fennel bulb, tops trimmed and reserved for garnish, the stock, tomato sauce and mushrooms. Bring to a simmer. bulb coarsely chopped Meanwhile, in another pot, bring salted water to a boil 4 thin slices prosciutto, coarsely chopped (optional) over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, ten2 stalks celery, diced der but still slightly chewy, following the manufacturer’s 1/2 cup (125 mL) shelled fresh kidney beans or other suggested cooking time, then drain. fresh shell beans While the soup continues cooking, make the Parmesan 1 large tomato, seeded and diced Toasts. Preheat the oven to 450 F (230 C). Place the bread 2 rounded teaspoons minced garlic slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Top with the 1 small sprig fresh rosemary, cut in half Parmesan and drizzle with olive oil. Bake until the bread 2 quarts (2 L) good-quality canned vegetable stock or is well toasted and the cheese has melted and browned, chicken stock about 10 minutes. 2 cups (500 mL) good-quality canned tomato sauce Add the green and yellow beans to the soup. Season with 1 cup (250 mL) diced firm, mild-tasting mushrooms salt. Stir in the honey. Continue simmering until the vegesuch as shimeji, trumpet, cremini, or regular cultivated tables are tender-crisp, about 30 minutes total simmering mushrooms time. Stir in the drained pasta. Season with pepper. Add the Kosher salt basil and remaining rosemary piece. Drizzle generously 2/3 cup (165 mL) uncooked small dried pasta tubes, such with olive oil. as elbow macaroni or tubetti Reduce the heat to very low and simmer for a few minutes 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped green beans, cut into 1/2-inch more. Remove the herb sprigs. Ladle the soup into heated (12-mm) pieces bowls and garnish with fresh basil sprigs or other herb blos1/2 cup chopped yellow wax beans, cut into 1/2-inch soms. Drizzle with olive oil. Serve with Parmesan toasts. (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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