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Recognizing POWs, Veteran Sacrifices

September 24, 2016

Christie Comes To Bayville With School “Fairness Formula” Pitch

–Photo by Catherine Galioto Gov. Chris Christie addresses a crowd at a town hall style meeting on school funding in Bayville recently.

–Photo by Jennifer Peacock MANCHESTER – Mayor and Council presented a special proclamation recognizing the sacrifices of all of our Veterans, POWs/MIAs, and proclaiming September 16, 2016 as POW/MIA Recognition Day in Manchester Township. From left, Councilman James Vaccaro, Burt Kaye, Mayor Kenneth Palmer and Dan Flynn.

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By Catherine Galioto and Jennifer Peacock ov. Ch ris Ch ristie took his pitch for school funding changes on the road to Bayville, where he announced he has escalated the issue to the judiciary.

“For the first time, it’s your governor going to the

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By Jennifer Peacock it was less of an inconvenience for everybody. But by us LAKEHURST – Lakehurst Council approved a plan to opening up our impound lot, it will generate some money build an impound yard at its public works facility. for the borough and it will be cheaper for the people as well.”

Chief Eric S. Higgins said that in 2015 Lakehurst imThe cost for the project will cover paving, fencing, security pounded 72 vehicles, for reasons such as DWI, unregistered and cameras. vehicle, uninsured vehicle and suspended registrations.

Robbins said while the borough won’t necessarily save With this project, Lakehurst would have its own facility any money be having its own impound yard, it will profit for impounds. from having it.

The project wil l be fund“It’s a revenue generator, “It’s a revenue generator, because ed with $12,500 from the because n ow we will get now we will get the impound money the impound money instead borough’s capital improveinstead of the towing company.” ment fund. of the towing company,” Currently, impounded cars Robbins said. “The third –Mayor Harry Robbins are towed out of town to party would still charge an Accurate Towing, with its main address listed on James overcharge fee; they charge for hooking the car, they charge Stre et in Toms River, Councilman James Davis said. for bringing it to their lot, and then they charge them every Towing contracts are awarded by the Borough and can day the car is there, where now that kind of money will change year to year. These companies will continue to tow return to the borough.” impounded vehicles.

No time frame was offered on when the impound yard “By doing that, though, whoever’s car was towed, they construction would start. have to go there to get it,” Mayor Harry Robbins. “They’re Fees for impounded cars will likely be set by ordinance very strict with their hours. When they were at Hall’s Gulf, once the yard is operational.

court and saying enough is enough, on behalf of the people of this state we’re tired of paying for failure we need this system to change, we filed that today and we’re going to fight for you in the Supreme Court rather than have the educational interest being the (Christie - See Page 5)

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By Catherine Galioto ith more incidents since, the initial report of a pipe bomb detonating in Seaside Park on September 17 was close to home, causing confusion, traffic backups, closures of major events and beaches, but no injuries.

Federal investigators began the week releasing photos of the suspect wanted for questioning at Chelsea, Elizabeth and Seaside, while the threat of detonated suspicious packages loomed. Police identified and captured Ahmad Khan Rahami, 28, in Linden on September 19.

In the Seaside incident, a pipe bomb exploded in a trash (Pipe Bomb - See Page 7)

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ones who are always fighting there with her handouts saying they need more of your money,” Christie told a mostly friendly crowd at Bayville Elks September 15.

Though a scattered “boo” could be heard, the crowd clapped at the promise of a tax decrease with increased school funding to local districts, under what Christie has called the “Fairness Formula.”

Christie’s proposal calls for schools to receive a flat $6,599 per pupil enrolled but would still receive special education funds.

While under Christie’s plan 75 percent of the state’s nearly 600 school districts would see an increase in per-pupil aid, 25 percent would see a decrease, and in the case of some Abbott Districts, lose tens of millions of dollars in aid.

Introducing Christie at his Elks stop was Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato, who for years has been working to find a solution to his town’s funding levels under current state aid formulas. The proposed Fairness Formula would mean a significant boost to the two school districts in Berkeley.

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The Manchester Times, September 24, 2016, Page 5 erage household savings” of $694, through annual property tax savings, according to the governor’s office.

Mayor Carmen Amato said the amount of aid would impact both school districts that serve Berkeley: the Berkeley School District and the Central Regional School District.

He said that under the Fairness Formula, the state would provide Berkeley Township Board of Education $6,599 per student, multiplied by the 2,065 enrollment, would equal $13,626,935 in aid. In contrast, $2.3 million in state aid was awarded to Berkeley Schools in the 2016-17 budget.

For the Central Regional Board of Education, the $6,599 per student multiplied by 1,971 enrollment would equal $13,006,629 in aid. Central Regional received approximately $4 million in state aid in the 2016-17 budget.

“Under the basics of this plan, both districts combined would see an increase of $20 million in aid. Twenty million in additional property tax relief would be welcomed,” said Amato.

The Berkeley Mayor said that after campaigning for funding changes for years as a member of the board of education, then

the council and now the mayor, he never dreamed he would one day be hosting a governor who is pitching a new formula, one Amato said he welcomes.

“A new school funding formula is desperately needed, one that is more favorable to Berkeley Township. The current school funding formula, as its predecessors, severely short-changes rural and suburban communities like ours,” said Amato. “I am encouraged by the Governor’s announcement that recognizes the shortcomings of the current formula and the need to provide a more fair funding formula that treats all districts and children the same. It’s not fair that 31 districts, only 5 percent of the States’ 577 school districts receives more than half – 52 percent - of the $9.1 billion to fund education while the 546 districts receive the remaining 48 percent.

However, according to the Education Law Center, a public education advocacy group in Newark, if Christie’s plan goes through, the Lakehurst school district would lose $2.89 million in state aid, 34 percent of its total operating budget. Plumsted would lose $2.5 million; Little Egg Harbor, $1.02 million; and Tuckerton, $270,966. Lakehurst would be the hardest hit district in

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And the news of Christie’s court filing riled the teachers union, the New Jersey Education Association, who issued a statement against it that day: ““Chris Christie has done nothing as governor but attack public education. He’s failed to fund the formula. He’s refused to expand access to early childhood education. He’s demonized the women and men who work in our public schools. And he’s proposed a funding scheme that would steal from poor children to reward rich adults,” said NJEA President Wendell Steinhauer.

For a large portion of his visit to Bayville, Christie’s comments put the blame on collective bargaining and statutes that he says bind the hands of real success for education.

“The real thing that’s preventing us from teaching kids in these districts are the ridiculous work rules that are imposed upon us by statute and by collective bargaining agreements with the teachers union that prevents us from doing common sense things like, if there are going to be layoffs in our schools, that we should layoff the least effective teachers, not do layoffs, as we are required to do by state law, based purely upon seniority,” said Christie.

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can near the race route of Semper Five, a popular 5K race dedicated to the Marines with attendees from ROTC, veterans groups and other military. The race was immediately canceled, as was the Point Pleasant Seafood Festival that day, as the FBI, state police, K-9 and bomb squads from the local to the federal level swarmed the barrier island. No injuries were reported.

The spot of the exploded trash can now bears American flags in the sand. And local officials have issued statements commending an emergency response and subsequent manhunt, breathing a sigh of relief.

It is a “Spiritus Invictus,” said the organizers of Semper 5, that prevails in times like these.

“We must remember the Marines Special Operations Command (MARSOC) motto ‘Spiritus Invictus,’ meaning unconquerable spirit,” Semper 5 posted in a public post on its Facebook page. “Although we were forced to cancel this year’s Seaside Semper Five, it has only strengthened our resolve. Much like the brave marines our event so humbly supports, we too will push on. We will continue our mission of support and gratitude for the men and women of our military who sacrifice so much for our safety, our security and our freedom.”

With the pipe bomb exploding on the race route, bystanders were close by as the incident unfolded, including several JROTC students.

But Ocean County personnel were “quickly mobilized,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly, who is also the director of Law and Public Safety.

“Our law enforcement officers, whether from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department or local officers train extensively for these types of situations. Public safety has always been a top priority in Ocean County. This Board of Freeholders provides many of the state of the art tools used by law enforcement to keep residents and visitors out of harms’ way and to meet the changing face of threats,” Kelly said in a prepared statement. “From the training received at the Ocean County Police Academy to continual upgrades and improvements of equipment used in investigations and surveillance, public safety takes precedence.

Our Sheriff’s officers were already on the boardwalk that morning to protect the public and runners expecting to participate in the charity 5K run.”

Besides resilience in the face of these events and the community spirit that strengthens in their wake, the response from the public should also be continued vigilance, said Kelly.

“It’s these types of situations that heighten the importance of each of us becoming more vigilant of our surroundings and to follow the words if you see something suspicious say something to authorities. This is not just a catchy phrase but rather words to live by in this day and age,” said the freeholder.

Kelly echoed the sentiment by Semper Five organizers, that Ocean County will not be stopped by terror.

“We should not stop going to public events, we should be able to enjoy all that is offered here in Ocean County. Unfortunately we do need to be more vigilant. This weekend’s incidents show no one is immune from threats and terrorism.

–Photo by Bob Vosseller An emergency response mobilized in response to a detonated pipe bomb in Seaside Park September 17.

At the county level, with our law enforcement personnel, we will continue to do all we can to keep our residents and visitors safe,” said Kelly.

County Spokesperson Donna Flynn said the cost of any overtime, patrols or other spending associated with the Seaside Park response was not yet calculated.

Kelly said that no matter what the cost was, there is no dollar amount you can tabulate when considering the years of training that lead responders to mobilize as they did: “Emergencies are planned for and costs are built in to Ocean County’s annual budget which covers a host of regionalized services including law enforcement. The true value here was in the personnel and training that

came into play so that no lives were lost and no one was hurt.”

This year would have been the third running of the Seaside Semper Five. The 5K race aims to help support the U.S. Marine Corps and the MARSOC Foundation, and since its inception has grown with thousands participating and gathering along the boardwalk to show support for country and military.

“Incidents like this only underscore our need to support the men and women of the armed forces who keep us out of harm’s way,” announced Semper Five. “The race will go on.

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Lakewood Focus Of Next Route 9 Corridor Study Meeting

LAKEWOOD – An open house-style meeting on the Route 9 Corridor Study will be held on September 28 in Lakewood at the Municipal Building to detail the study team’s recommendations for corridor improvements.

The meetings will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Presentations will begin at 1:30, 5 and 7:15 p.m.

The meeting features information stations with opportunities for the public to provide feedback, maps detailing the proposed improvements and information about the Access Management Plan, which will aid municipalities in better managing the impact of traffic from future development along the corridor.

Access Management attempts to balance the need to provide good mobility for through traffic with the requirements for reasonable access to adjacent land uses. The techniques are to consolidate and align driveways where possible or provide access to side streets instead of

the state highway directly, particularly for left turns. This improves safety and improves traffic f low on the state highway by eliminating conf lict points.

The latest plans would create turning lanes along Route 9, add sidewalks, define striping on the roads that intersect to Route 9, add traffic signals and move several bus stops away from corners.

Among the recommendations: Create a turn lane from Route 9 northbound to West Whitty Road eastbound.

Separate the right turn and left turn lanes on West Whitty Road.

Create a left turn lane from Route 9 southbound to Church Road eastbound.

Add a two-way left turn lane along Route 9 for traffic to enter businesses.

Currently, with one lane in each direction, traffic waiting to turn left into a business is slowing the traffic behind it or vehicles are passing on the shoulder.

Create a right turn lane from Route 9 northbound to Church Road eastbound.

A traffic light at Stevens Road and Route 9.

Combining the Route 9 northbound bus stops at Stevens and Church into one bus stop, placed midway between the two.

Near the border with Lakewood, the creation of a left turn lane from Route 9 northbound to Locust Street westbound.

Add two-way left turn lane starting at Locust Street.

Add right turn lanes on Locust Street to Route 9, for both directions.

Add bus stops on both sides of Route 9 near Conifer Street.

Heading north into Lakewood, toward the northern end of the study site, a left turn lane is recommended from Cross Street to Route 9 northbound.

Add a left turn lane from Chestnut Street to Route 9 southbound.

There’s also a recommendation to realign the intersection of Route 9 and Chateau/Broadway in Lakewood, and traffic signals and bus stop there, and

adding a traffic signal at Oak Street.

The NJTPA is holding the meeting as part of its 12-month planning effort to identify spot improvements, corridor-level treatments and access management regulations for Route 9.

According to the NJTPA, “the study aims to establish a long-term vision for the corridor; develop a package of lowcost, high-impact safety and operational solutions that can quickly be implemented; and develop a formal Access Management Plan to aid municipalities in regulating future development along the corridor.”

The input gathered from these meetings will be included in a report, which is expected to be issued later this year.

Mat e r ials t o be d iscu sse d at t he meeting will be posted to njtpa.org/ route-9-study.

Those unable to attend the meeting can send comments or questions via email to route9study@njtpa.org.

September Activities For Teens & Tweens At Library

MANCHESTER – The Manchester branch library has these activities scheduled throughout September just for teens and tweens: September 26 at 6:30 p.m.: Animé Club – For ages 11 to 16. Participants discuss their favorites, create their own and more.

September 29 at 10 a.m.: Homeschool

T-shirt Bag Craft – For ages 7 to 18. Recycle an old t-shirt into a fashionable tote bag. Bring a t-shirt for this project.

September 29 from 4 to 6 p.m.: Homework Help – For ages 11 to 18. Peer editing and help with research, writing and finding online resources will be available in the Teen Zone on Thursday afternoons. Bring

a laptop or call ahead to reserve one of the public computers.

Register for these free programs, except where noted to “drop in.” Call 732-6577600 or go online to theoceancounty library.org.

For craft/maker projects, all raw materials will be supplied by the library at no addi-

tional cost to participants accept where otherwise indicated.

For more information, contact Karyn Beltle, the Teen Services Librarian at the Manchester branch Library.

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Opinion

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Featured Letter Fairness In School Funding A recent Asbury Park Press article on Governor Christie’s proposed “Fairness Formula” questioned if his plan to treat all New Jersey students equally would hurt New Jersey.

As proof that it would, a professor from the University of Nevada pointed to other states that are attempting to make their school funding systems more like ours.

Such comparisons are unwise, as are attempts by those states to replicate the flawed school funding logic that the New Jersey Supreme Court has forced upon Garden State taxpayers and students for the past 30 years.

In a well-intentioned, but failed, attempt to improve educational achievement in underperforming school districts, more than half of all state school aid has been allocated to just 31 so-called Abbott districts under the court’s direction.

While those districts received a total of $97 billion in state aid over the last three decades, the other 544 districts in the state received just $88 billion combined.

Despite this flood of money over many years, educational outcomes have not improved in these long-failing school districts. In fact, the court’s only success has been to drive the average property tax bill in New Jersey to $8,353 per home – the highest in the nation.

In the greatest examples of this disparity, Camden and Asbury Park receive around $30,000 of state aid per student, while North Caldwell and Haddonfield receive just $360 per student.

School districts along the Jersey Shore don’t fare much better with the aid they receive under the current formula: Brick - $4,045/student;

Lakewood - $4,093/student; Toms River - $4,344/student; and Wall - $1,003/student.

The Fairness Formula seeks to end this inequity by implementing a new school funding formula that is simple, fair and transparent. Under the Governor’s plan, every school district in the state would receive an identical $6,599 per student enrolled.

Homeowners in 75 percent of school districts could expect their property tax bills to drop – many by thousands per year.

This plan directly challenges the fallacy that simply spending more money is the key to educational success in underperforming districts.

We’ve tried that approach, and it’s failed.

We also spent billions more building new schools hoping that would improve student achievement. Unfortunately, that hasn’t moved the needle either. It’s hard to deny that many century old schools need to be replaced, but spending $100 million on individual schools with luxuries like swimming pools and field turf is foolish.

While New Jersey spends an average of $19,651 per student, California spends just $10,288. Rhode Island and North Dakota have just 142,000 and 106,000 students, respectively. New Jersey has 1.37 million.

Our 31 Abbott districts ‑‑ which receive the majority of state school aid – have more students than both of those states combined.

What we really need is a fair balance.

I believe the Fairness Formula, which treats all students equally, is the right approach for our schools and the most affordable plan for New Jersey taxpayers.

Senator Robert Singer

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Letters To The Editor Now Is Time For “Fairness Formula” Governor Christie has recently proposed a school funding plan, the “Fairness Formula,” that would provide $6,599 per student to all New Jersey school districts with additional funding for special needs students.

This plan would increase state aid to approximately 75 percent of the states’ some 560 school districts, and could lower their property taxes, but it would seriously cut state funding and affect taxpayers of the 31 so-called Abbott districts.

State Senate President Steve Sweeney is proposing an alternate plan that would “fully fund” all districts by creating a four-member commission who would study and propose changes to the 2008 School Funding Reform Act that allocates funding to districts based on enrollment, demographics, and other factors.

Property taxes would have to necessarily increase statewide in some fashion.

We say it’s about time! How long do our “middle districts” (too “rich” to be Abbot Districts, too poor to be able to get by without more state help) have to wait to get their fair share?

In Brick Township, year after year, we struggle to properly educate our children by spending some $17,000 per pupil, while Abbot District aided

Asbury Park spends $34,000.

Where is the fairness in that?

Brick is not Rumson. Brick is not Camden. Where does Brick fall? Brick is tired of waiting. The time is now.

Let’s begin this conversation.

Surely, there is some middle ground that will place all of our children first.

John O’Rourke Victor Finamore Brick Students First Candidates for Brick School Board

Principles To Truly Believe In I would like to start this letter by outlining 10 principles that I truly believe all Americans can (and should) support.

1. Every human deserves a say in the decisions that affect his or her life.

2. All persons should have the rights and opportunity to benefit equally from the resources afforded us by society and the environment.

3. Societies must operate with the understanding that we are part of nature, not separate from nature.

4. It is essential that we develop effective alternatives to society’s current patterns of violence.

5. Centralization of wealth and power contributes to social and economic injustice, environmental destruction, and militarization.

6. We must develop new

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economic activities and institutions that will allow us to use our new technologies in ways that are humane, freeing, ecological and accountable, and responsive to communities.

7. Human values such as equity between the sexes, interpersonal responsibility, and honesty must be developed with moral conscience.

8. It is important to value cultural, ethnic, racial, sexual, religious and spiritual diversity, and to promote the development of respectful relationships across these lines.

9. Individuals to act to improve their personal well-being and, at the same time, to enhance ecological balance and social harmony.

10. protect valuable natural resources, safely disposing of or “unmaking” all waste we create, while developing a sustainable economics that does not depend on continual expansion for survival.

Do you agree with any of these principles? To me they seem natural and basic. How anyone can oppose these ideals is beyond me, unless you are a super wealthy corporation, or a member of the elite ruling class who has enjoyed the exploitation and social destruction of the American experience.

By remaining silent and unmoved in the face of racial, social, economic, gender, environmental injustices, you are complicit. By not standing up for the voiceless, you are condoning their oppression. By not resisting environmentally destructive corporations and government policies that support them, you are allowing our planet to be destroyed.

The time for opposition is now. The above 10 principles are actually the Key Values of the Green Party of the US. Consider that when you cast your ballot in November.

There is a better choice than the lesser of two evils.

Alfred Clayton Brick

A Better Government For The People I will start off telling something I believe you all should know. It is both an honor and a privilege to vote. As you also know, in many countries around the world, they have no free elections. In fact, they have “no” elections. These

countries are run by dictators who rule with an iron fist.

Then we come to the United States. We are in the process of weeding out the candidates to end up with two people who will run for office. This is call the race for the office. The candidates are supposed to tell the people why they should be in office, what they stand for, and what they will do for the country. It sounds simple but nothing could be further from the truth.

To run for office you need backing (money). This runs into the millions of dollars.

Some do it with small contributions and other do it with the big money behind them.

The big-money people do this so in the future they will get favors – and they do get them. SO these candidates are beholden to them.

The next big step is that the candidates start looking for dirt about the other running mates. In everybody’s closet there is something. If they can’t find it, they make it up.

They spend most of the money on advertising. They are on every media. The money spent on advertising is beyond belief.

Then they come down to debates. This is when they tell you how great they are and what they will do for the country. They promise anything the public wants to hear: a $15/hr. minimum wage, free college, cut in taxes, a 30-hour work week, a strong military, to clean up corruption in government.

Why not a swimming pool in everybody’s home? They go on and on, knowing that they can’t keep these promises. In other words, they start off by lying to the public.

This, of course, is “wrong” and should be stopped. There is a word called accountability. We the public should hold them to their promises. Then maybe we will get to the truth.

The average man lives by the truth, so why can’t our elected officials do the same? Instead of promising pie in the sky, how about the truth?

In total, there is nothing wrong with our system of government but it can be cleaned up a little. People should not get into office just belittling the competition. All I ask for is a few small changes to get us back on the right track.

Herb Greenberg, Jr. Brick Township

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From The Desk Of The Mayor

- By Manchester Mayor Kenneth T. Palmer

Join The Mayor’s Letter-Writing Campaign

MANCHESTER – Mayor Ken Palmer is urging residents to join him in support of several measures, through a letter-writing campaign.

The Mayor is seeking Manchester residents to join a letter-writing campaign on three issues: Support for the “Fairness Formula” for school funding Support for Bills S265 and A3703 for state to reimburse municipalities for cost of disabled veterans’ total property tax exemptions Support for improvements and repaving of Route 70 in Manchester.

Residents can email the letters, mail the letters, or drop them off at Town Hall, and when the mayor’s office has a handful of each will forward them on to the state officials.

The sample Fairness Formula letter, which will be addressed to Gov. Chris Ch r ist ie, st ates: “I am writing in support of the “Fairness Formula” school f unding proposal. This measure would provide equal education funding to ever y st udent in the state, instead of the bulk of funding going to urban districts. Manchester currently receives about 14 percent state aid while

some urban districts receive close to full funding.

This would make a HUGE difference to Manchester residents (the majority of whom are senior citizens) in terms of property tax relief.”

The disables veterans’ property tax exemptions letter would be addressed to several state Senators and Assemblypersons.

In the sample letter for the let ter-w r iting campaign states: “New Jersey Legislative Bills S-265 and A-3703 require State reimbursement to municipalities for the cost of disabled veterans’ total property tax exemptions.

Manchester has 166 totally disabled veterans receiving property tax exemptions, and that removes over $29 million in assessed value from the township’s tax base. We lose $725,508 in revenue to Manchester Township. While we have the utmost appreciation and respect for our veterans, f rom a business standpoint, it would be a significant property tax savings if the State reimbursed our municipality for the exemptions. I urge our state legislators to take the necessary action to enact legislation to provide reimbursement to municipalities for the cost of totally

disabled veterans property tax exemptions. I support passage of Bills S-265 and A-3703 and seek your support for these measures.”

Finally, the Route 70 sample letter would be sent to the state Department of Transportation. The sample letter for the letter-writing campaign states: “NJ State Highway 70 through Manchester Township is in dire need of repair. In addition to the sporadic filling of potholes, repaving of at least portions of the roadway are needed. Route 70, from County Route 571 to the Lakehurst Circle, is in need of immediate repair and repaving. Inquiries

Senator Jim Holzapfel

Assemblyman David Wolfe

Mayor Kenneth T. Palmer have been met with less than satisfactory results, and I request you fi nd the resources to refurbish (at least portions of) Route 70 in Manchester Township as soon as possible.”

The sample letters and more information can be found at the township website, manchestertwp.com/ please-join-the-mayorsletter-writing-campaign.

Capitol Comments 10th Legislative District - Serving Manchester

Senator Jim Holzapfel Assemblyman David Wolfe • Assemblyman Gregory McGuckin

Assemblyman Gregory McGuckin

“Natural High” Legislation By Holzapfel, Wolfe And McGuckin To Prevent Drug & Alcohol Abuse By Children Advances NEW JERSEY – Legislation by Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Dave Wolfe and Greg McGuckin seeks to prevent drug and alcohol abuse among children by encouraging implementation of the Natural High Drug Prevention Program in school districts throughout New Jersey.

The bill, S-1010/A-2422, encourages the implementation of the Natural High Drug Prevention Program in school districts throughout New Jersey. The national nonprofit organization inspires youth to discover, amplify and pursue their natural high so they have a reason to say no to drugs and alcohol. The program will focus on key compo-

nents of the research-based curriculum developed by Natural High.

“We have teamed up with Natural High because this is a positive, life altering program that teaches students to fi nd their natural high through focusing on their passions, whether that is sports, music or art,” said Holzapfel. “This program gives kids another option to resist drugs and adopt a drug-free lifestyle instead of ‘just saying no.’”

Under the bill, the curriculum for the Natural High Drug Prevention Program will include seven key components such as identifying and engaging in positive activities, the benefits of engaging in natural highs

and the consequences of drug use, setting goals, peer pressure, personal values, connecting with positive role models and the facts and myths associated with drug use and a drugfree lifestyle.

“Natural High was introduced to us by Donald Brown, a Red Bank Catholic High School graduate and seven-year NFL Running Back who is now a Natural High Ambassador,” continued Wolfe. “We are fortunate to have him share his experiences and bring to the forefront the important issue of reducing dr ug use among youths with this program.”

“I’d like to thank Senator Holzapfel and Assembly-

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men Wolfe and McGuckin for recognizing that this program has the potential to change the lives of so many students in New Jersey,” said Donald Brown. “I have witnessed, fi rsthand, the benefits of finding one’s passion and focusing attention on a positive, drug free lifestyle with the help of mentors and role models.

My ultimate dream was to play in the NFL and with that desire came dedication to the sport and fi nding my natural high. My goal is to share my story with as many youths as possible. It

is my hope that this legislation will help us to reach thousands of students and teach them how to achieve their own natural high.”

Natural High has an educator network of 20,000 teachers, school guidance counselors and mentors who use Natural High’s 50 role-model videos and 150 researched based curriculum guides and worksheets which are also guided by Common Core standards, the Search Institutes research and Social-Emotional Learning principles.

Natural High understands

that there are life changing principles.

“Our district has witnessed the devast ati ng impacts that drug abuse has had on so many of our residents. If programs such as Natural High are incorporated into a school’s curriculum with help of ambassadors and celebrity inf luences sharing their stories, students can see that choosing a drug-free lifestyle and focusing on your natural abilities creates a path to a bright and successful future,” added McGuckin.

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September Elktoberfest from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Donations are $5 per person. Children under 12 years old are free. Food by the German Butcher of Forked River, music by Bernie’s Orchestra and dance performed by the Bayern Verein Newark German Dancers. Lacey Elk’s Lodge #2518, 900 Beach Boulevard, Forked River.

Call 609-693-1281.

The Oceanaires Chorus’ Frank Sinatra Concert at Toms River Intermediate School East, 1519 Hooper Ave. Audience warm-up music by the locally popular Mummer-style string band, “The Top Hats.” The curtain opens at 4 p.m. for the main performance by The Oceanaires and this year’s guest quartets, “Crossroads” and “Oasis.” Tickets are $20 for adults; seniors pay $15 if ordered prior to the show. Visit oceanaires.com.

October A Taste of the Fall Harvest from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Toms River Country Club, 419 Washington St. with wine sampling, autumn brew, local cuisine, gift auction and live music. Tickets are $55 per person. Fundraiser for the Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey. Call 732-505-2273 ext. 203 or visit caregivervolunteers.org.

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FallFest at Windward Beach, Brick from 1 to 6 p.m. Free admission. More than 15 food trucks plus fire pits, bounce castles, a beer and wine garden, mechanical bull, pumpkin painting contest and more. FallFest ends with a fireworks show.

Haunted Seaport event from 6 to 9 p.m. each night at Tuckerton Seaport. Pirates and sea captains long lost at sea will stroll the Seaport’s boardwalk for a night of screams. Try to find the way out of the phragmites maze and climb aboard a hayride through the Haunted Woods. Admission is $8 and hayrides are $5. This event will be held through October 22. Hayrides are free for members with admission. Visit tuckertonseaport.org for more information.

Barnegat Light Campfire from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. The rain location is the Visitor’s Center. Free event will feature Storyteller Robin Moore. Bring a beach blanket, beach chair, marshmallows and a stick to enjoy the fire.

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JACKSON – Join Save Barnegat Bay and other environmental organizations at the Forest Resource Education Center in Jackson on October 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn about forests and nature. Some activities for all ages will include: pump-

kin painting, cutting tree cookies, planting acorns, building birdhouses, hayrides, wood crafting and more.

FREC is located at 495 Don Connor Blvd.

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Canasta Club To Meet

MANCHESTER – The Canasta Club meets every Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at the library, located at 21 Colonial Drive. The club meets in

the teen zone, and all skill levels are invited to join. For more information, call 732-657-7600 or go to theoceancountylibrary.org.

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Crestwood Village III Upcoming Events

WHITING – Crestwood Village III has two upcoming events.

On October 29 from noon to 3 p.m. the Village will have its Octoberfest. German accordion player Willie Aust will entertain. The menu will include knockwurst, bratwurst, roast pork and gravy, red cabbage, sauerkraut, mixed vegetables, German potato salad, bread and butter, apple strudel and coffee or tea. BYOB. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased on October 3, 10 and 17 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Unity

Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Rd. For more information, call Bill at 732-3502015 or Jack at 732-941-4664.

The Village will also be hosting a pancake breakfast on November 19 from 9 a.m. to noon, with last seating at 11:30 a.m. The menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, juice, coffee or tea. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for kids under 10.

For more information, call Pat S. at 732-7161573 or Pat B. at 732-350-0929.

Patriotic Tribute

MANCHESTER – A patriotic tribute in remembrance of 9/11 and the veterans and their families over the decades will inaugurate the final ninth season performance of “The Sociables” Entertainment Showcase at Leisure Village West on September 25 at 6:55 p.m.

Doors open for residents only at Encore

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The tribute will feature a salute, piano and singing followed by a multi-talented variety show offering comedy, magic, accordionist, drummer, dancing, and vocalists in different musical styles.

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MANCHESTER – The report of a suspicious vehicle in the 2000 block of Larchmont Street lead to the arrest of three individuals, including a South Carolina male, and the seizure of what it being identified as a “rolling methamphetamine lab.” The three individuals inside of the van where charged with a host of drug related offenses and lodged in Ocean County Jail.

On September 12 at approximately 3:38 p.m., patrol officers from the Manchester Township Police responded to the report of a suspicious white van which was parked in a wooded area near the 2000 block of Larchmont Street in the Pine Lake Park section of the Township. The vehicle in question was located by Patrolman Juralewicz a short distance away on the 600 block of Middlesex Street and subsequently stopped. Shortly thereafter, it was learned that the vehicle was displaying license plates that had been reported stolen in Berkeley County, South Carolina.

During the course of the investigation, officers located several items within the van that were consistent with the manufacturing of crystal methamphetamine, a highly addictive drug which creates a devastating dependence that can only be relieved by taking more of it.

Due to the potential volatility of some of the components involved in the manufacturing process of crystal meth, the items of concern were removed from the vehicle and placed

a safe distance away. The New Jersey State Police Hazardous Materials Response Unit, the Berkeley Township HazMat Team, and the Ocean County Prosecutors Office Arson Unit where contacted and responded to the scene to assist with the identification of the materials and to render them safe. As a precaution, one residence was evacuated until the scene was deemed safe and Middlesex Street was closed between Sixth and Seventh Avenue for approximately five hours. Once the van and its contents were rendered safe, it was seized for further investigation.

One Manchester resident, one Toms River resident, and one resident from Goose Greek, South Carolina, were arrested.

Also assisting at the scene were investigators from the Manchester Township Police Investigations Bureau and Narcotics Enforcement Team as well as detectives from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Special Operations Group, and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigations (CSI) Unit. Emergency services personnel from the Ridgeway and Manchester Volunteer Fire Departments also responded and assisted at the scene as did squad members Quality Medical Transport.

Residents are reminded that tips and information can be reported to the Manchester Police anonymously at 732-657-6111 or online via the Department’s website manchesterpolicenj. com, by clicking on the “Tip Line” link.

Volunteer Fire Company To Hold Comedy Night LAKEHURST – The Lakehurst Volunteer Fire Company presents a Comedy Night on September 30 at the Community Center, located at 207 Center St. Dinner starts at 7 and the show will begin at 8 p.m. The show will feature “Roundboy” Jimmy Graham. Dinner will be provided by Applebee’s in Manchester.

Tickets purchased in advance are $25

and includes a free drink of choice.

Tickets purchased at the door are $30.

Those in attendance must be 21 years or older. Call 732-657-1106 or message the Lakehurst Fire Department via Facebook for tickets.

All tickets include appetizers, dinner and the show. Beer and wine will be available for purchase.

Miracles From Heaven Dinner and Dessert WHITING – The Senior Citizens Club of Crestwood Village IV is showing the movie Miracles from Heaven on October 28.

A loin of pork dinner will be served at 5 p.m. and the movie will start at 6 p.m. Coffee and dessert will be offered.

The cost is $6 for the dinner and $2 for the movie, coffee and cake. Tickets are sold at the clubhouse on Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. and 5 to 6 p.m. The clubhouse is at 15E Moccasin Dr. For more information, call Jerry at 732-3500230 ext. 15.

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WHITING – The Senior Citizens Club of Crestwood Village IV is having a breakfast on October 22 from 9 to 11 am. at the Clubhouse, 15E Moccasin Dr. The breakfast includes French toast, limited sausage, orange juice

and coffee or tea. The cost is $4.

Tickets can be purchased on Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. and 5 to 6 p.m.

For more information or tickets, call Jerry at 732-350-0230 ext 15.

Pancake Fundraiser

MANCHESTER – The Knights of Columbus Council No. 10022 of Leisure Knoll will have a pancake breakfast fundraiser from 8 to 10 a.m. on October 15 at Applebee’s. Tickets are

$10 per person.

For more information, call Tim Sammy at 732-657-1110, Gene Murphy at 732-6571296, or Lester Olcsvary at 732-323-0596.

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Manchester Branch Library To Offer Program MANCHESTER– On September 27 at 2 p.m. the NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services will hold an informational seminar at the Manchester Branch Library about the free services that they offer to state residents. These services assist people that have disabilities of any kind that interfere with their ability to find or maintain employment. Career counseling, vocational training, assistive technology, and job coaching are just some of techniques that they use to help level the playing field for

individuals that struggle to compete in the job market due to a physical, psychological or developmental challenge. Meet with a representative from the DVRS at this program to learn more. This program is being funded through a grant from the NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

To register, call 732-657-7600 or go online to theoceancountylibrary.org.

The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library is located at 21 Colonial Dr.

Halloween Bash

LAKEHURST – The Lakehurst Historical Society will present a Halloween Bash from 1 to 4 p.m. on October 15 at the Community Center, 207 Center St. There will be pumpkin painting, games, candy, and cider. A gift auction will be held for parents. A special guest will arrive at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $5 for adults for the gift auction, and $2 for children ages 2 to 8. Purchase tickets at the museum on Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. or at the Community Center on Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m.

For more information, call Janet Heller after 5 p.m. at 732-657-0751.

American Polish Club Of Whiting Trips

WHITING – The American Polish Club of Whiting has several trips scheduled.

October 10 to 12 – Three day, two night trip to Finger Lakes for a wine tour. Visiting and dining at the Belhurst Castle on the shores of Lake Seneca, touring Sonnenberg Gardens and Fox Run Vineyards with admission to the Corning Museum of Glass. Cost $379 per person.

November 30 – Visit the Sands Casino, PA, to see Tony Orlando for the Christmas Show.

Cost is $72 per person and includes $25 slot play and transportation.

December 4 – Tropicana Casino for a Holiday Show. Package includes show tickets, $15 slot play, R/T transportation and Carmine’s lunch voucher. The cost is $47 per person.

Call Ed at 732-350-0216 for flyers on all trips.

Veterans Service Bureau

MANCHESTER – Manchester Township has a Veteran Service representative, Dan Flynn, in the Town Hall, 1 Colonial Dr., on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 732-657-8121.

Audubon Bingo

WHITING – Audubon Bingo at Pine Ridge, 73 Martin Drive, is held every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. All are welcome.

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By Jennifer Peacock WHITING – The Old Franklin School House was built in 1871 and still stands, today as part of Whiting Bible Church on Lacey Road.

It’s likely the oldest standing building in Manchester. And it needs the community’s help to stay standing.

The building is safe to occupy, Whiting Bible Church pastor David Rittinger said.

The building was used by the township as a school many years ago, before the community outgrew it. Today, it’s primarily used for the

church’s Sunday School and Youth ministries.

The foundation has bowed and along with some other minor projects will cost about $100,000 to fix.

The church is asking the community for donations.

Tax deductible donations can be sent to Whiting Bible Church, 95 Lacey Rd., Whiting, 08759. Please mark the funds specifically for the Youth Building Project.

For more information about Whiting Bible Church, visit wbcnj.org.

The Order Of St. Luke

WHITING – The Order of St. Luke is a healing ministry of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539.

On the last Sunday of each month, prayer of healing are provided following the Holy Eu-

charist at the 8 and 10 a.m. services. Members are available to pray after Sunday services near the baptismal font.

Healing prayers are offered also at the 10 a.m.

Healing Service on Thursdays.

Everyone is welcome to join the services and attend meetings the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. Members read, study and question together.

For more information call Stefanie Rotsaert at 732-350-2904.

St. Stephen’s Octoberfest

WHITING – The ECW and Men’s Club of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will have an Octoberfest from noon to 3 p.m. on October 1. The church is located at 180 Route 539.

Homemade sauerbraten, side dishes and desserts will be served. Takeout is available.

Seating is limited to 100 guests. Tickets will be sold at the door or by calling Stefanie Rotsaert at 732-350-2904. Tickets are $15 per person.

All proceeds will go to church projects.

Fire Hydrant Flush MANCHESTER – The Manchester Township Department of Utilities will be flushing fire hydrants for the months of October and November. Hours will vary during the day and evening.

During this time residents may experience a difference in pressure and water discoloration.

Run cold water tap only until it runs clear.

Visit the township website at manchestertwp. com.

Thyroid Support Group WHITING – The meeting of the Thyroid Support Group will meet at 10 a.m. on October 17 at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church at 180 Route 539. The meetings are held to educate, support, and answer questions about thyroids.

The meetings are held monthly.

For more information, call Stefanie Rotsaert at 732-350-2904.

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International Kite Festival

–Photo Courtesy of International Kite Festival The International Kite Festival LBI FLY will take place October 7 through 10.

LONG BEACH ISLAND – The second annual International Kite Festival LBI FLY will take place on October 7 through 10. The skies will be filled with kites the size of buses in all kinds of shapes, banners, ground displays, kite battles and demonstrations. Most events are free.

The weekend begins on October 7 with the Indoor Kite Flying Competition.

On October 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a wide variety of activities will be happening on Ship Bottom beaches: kite ballet competitions; large kites, banner and ground displays; learn to fly kites; and sport kites demonstrations. There will be candy drops for kids both days at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and Bol Kite races at noon.

Bayview Park in Long Beach Township is the place to go for Kids Kite Making and watching

the Miniature Butterfly Kites soar. This is also the spot to find fabulous juried crafts at the High Flyers Art Market, well priced and unusual items not found in other craft shows.

Buggy Kites are on display and for rides at the Taylor Avenue Beach in Beach Haven both days and there is a Kite Wind garden installation in Taylor Avenue Panzone Park to visit.

Two other events to be held during the weekend include a Night Fly Extravaganza from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. October 9 at the Barnegat Lighthouse Beach and Mayor’s Cup Rokkaku Battle at 1 p.m. that same day on the Ship Bottom beach.

There will be a Silent Auction of Art Kites all day on October 8 until October 9 at 3 p.m., with the drawing at 4 p.m.

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MANCHESTER – Over seven consecutive Mondays in a series called “Why We Fight,” the Manchester Branch Library will screen seven propaganda films commissioned by the United States government during World War II to justify towards American soldiers their involvement in the war. The dates and titles of the films are as follows: September 26: Prelude to War (1942) October 3: The Nazi’s Strike (1943) October 10: Divide and Conquer (1943)

October 17: The Battle of Britain (1943) October 24: The Battle of Russia (1943) October 31: The Battle of China (1944) November 7: War Comes to America (1945) All begin at 2 p.m. and range from 41 minutes to 76 minutes in length.

Register for each film separately. Call 732657-7600 or go online to theoceancounty library.org.

The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library is located at 21 Colonial Dr.

Whiting UMC Flea Market

WHITING – The next Whiting United Methodist Church Annual Flea Market and Bake Sale is on September 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Church, 55 Lacey Rd. Coffee and Danish at Joe’s Kitchen along with Sloppy Joes and hot dogs for lunch will be served.

Because of government regulations, large electronic devices such as TVs, computers, or children’s painted toys cannot be sold.

Whiting United Methodist Church has services each Sunday at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. The church is handicap accessible and everyone is welcome.

Crestwood Village II Indoor Flea Market

WHITING – Crestwood Village II will have its indoor flea market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

November 5 at Harmony Hall, 470 Route 530.

Shoppers will find a wide-variety of household items, collectibles, books, toys, jewelry, crafts, clothing, linens and much more.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Due to the 78th annual Toms River Halloween Parade taking place on October 31, the traditional ‘trick or treating’ activities in Toms River will be observed on October 30.

Toms River Mayor Thomas F. Kelaher said in order to avoid a conflict with the Halloween Parade, Toms River will observe Halloween on October 30.

“This was a joint decision made by the Township, Toms River Fire Companies and the Toms River Police Department. We want children to be come to the parade with their families but still enjoy the time honored tradition of trickor-treating.”

Police Chief Mitch Little says while Halloween is one of the most enjoyable times of the year for

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MANCHESTER – It’s now possible to join the Manchester PTA online. Go to manchesterpta.org/PTA/Welcome.html to register.

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Yoga Classes

MANCHESTER – Manchester Recreation will hold beginner Yoga classes on Thursdays, 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. from November 3 through January 12 at the Town Hall Civic Center.

There will be no class on November 24.

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“On October 30, motorists should be aware and drive with extra caution. We advise parents to accompany children or have kids trick-or-treat in groups, always carry a flashlight for safety, stay on sidewalks or as close to the curb as possible and only go to houses where the porch lights are on.”

While there is no official curfew in Toms River, Little says that all trick-or-treaters will be asked to be off town streets by 9 p.m.

“As always please contact the Toms River Police Department if you see or hear any suspicious activity. Have a safe and Happy Halloween,” said Chief Little.

For parade information, visit trfc1.org/ halloween.html.

The fee for the class is $50.

Participants should bring a yoga mat, water and towel to class.

A minimum of 10 participants is necessary for the class.

For more information, call the Recreation Department at 732-657-8121 ext. 5102.

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Provident Bank Foundation Awards Grants

NEW JERSEY – The Provident Bank Foundation announced the recipients of its Second Cycle 2016 Major Grants, totaling more than $102,500 for projects and programs across New Jersey and Pennsylvania – of which several Monmouth and Ocean County organizations were recipients.

A Major Grant funds projects and/or programs that address one or more of PBF’s funding priority areas – community enrichment, education and health, youth and families – in a significant way. Major Grants provide between $5,000 and $25,000 in funding, and emphasize the support of sustainable community enhancement and short-term change.

Count Basie Theatre of Monmouth, Ocean, and Middlesex Counties received $7,500 in funding to be used to provide arts education and community outreach for underprivileged students within the Red Bank, Keansburg, and Long Branch public school districts.

Collier Youth Services of Monmouth County received $10,000 in funding that will be used to support Sanctuary Model for Young

Shuf�leboard Club WHITING – The Shuffleboard Club of Crestwood Village IV will host a trip to Tropicana in Atlantic City on November 21 from 9:15 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. for the Holiday Show.

Tickets are $45 which includes $15 slot play, Carmine’s voucher and a show ticket.

Tickets are on sale Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. and 5 to 6 p.m. at the Clubhouse, 15E Moccasin Dr.

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BERKELEY – The Holiday City/Silver Ridge Italian-American Club is hosting upcoming events.

On October 26, they will host a tour and lunch at Renault Winery and show at Atlantic City.

On November 28, they will attend the Tropicana Holiday Show.

On December 13, they will attend the Resorts Holiday Show.

Heroin Abuse A National Health Crisis

NEW JERSEY – Narconon reminds families that abuse of heroin and opiod drugs has become a national health crisis. Learn to recognize the signs of heroin abuse and get your loved ones help if they are at risk.

CVS has made naloxone available without a prescription in New Jersey. In addition Walgreens has also announced they will carry naloxone, available without a prescription.

Visit narcononnewliferetreat.org/blog/ naloxone-availability.html to learn about the overdose reversing drug known as naloxone and find out its availability in your state.

Call Narconon for free screenings or referrals at 800-431-1754.

Women in Crisis. Collier Youth Services operates two residences for young women, Collier Group Home and Collier House, which provide housing, counseling, and life skills training. The mission of Collier Youth Services is to empower at-risk youth to grow toward their potential in an environment of belonging, dignity, and hope. This mission is built on an unwavering belief in the worth and potential of all individuals and their capacity for change.

Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus Foundation of Monmouth and Ocean Counties received $5,000 in funding that will support the Better Health program, a commitment to promoting health and wellness among older adults. The Better Health program at MMCS was conceived because they believe that diet, exercise and socialization are the key components to healthy living.

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It is also believed that this degeneration causes an increase in the effort required to comprehend speech – even for those with a mild hearing loss.

The researchers’ consensus for delaying brain atrophy and decreasing the effort in comprehending speech? Hearing aids.

According to lead author of the study Jonathan Peelle, Ph.D., a research associate in UP’s Department of Neurology, “As hearing ability declines with age, interventions such as hearing aids should

be considered not only to improve hearing but to preserve the brain.”

Wear your technology daily. Have it fine-tuned regularly. The results of this study not only stress the importance of wearing your hearing aids daily, but also the importance of monitoring your hearing health through regular evaluations and recalibrating your devices if any changes to your hearing have occurred.

Those folks that are suffering from hearing loss should consider contacting their local hearing care professional to have a complete evaluation. Procrastination may lead to impaired cognitive function which could in turn lead to dementia or Alzheimer’s.

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AHA: Back To School Reminds Us To Live Healthier Lives

NEW JERSEY – It’s that time again.

Time to think about reading, homework and learning. But are you thinking about your child’s overall health? The NJ American Heart Association said that while it’s important to keep our children’s brains educated and stimulated, it is just as important to make sure their bodies are healthy, too. September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, raising awareness for the No.1 health concern among parents.

Today, about one in three American kids and teens is overweight or obese.

This is nearly triple the rate in 1963.

Childhood obesity can lead to a broad range of health problems including high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and elevated blood cholesterol levels. There are also psychological effects including low self-esteem, negative body image and depression.

“The importance of a healthy lifestyle should be emphasized to the entire family,” said COL (Dr.) Charles Garbarino, a board certified pediatrician and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics from Livingston. “Building a healthy environment for your child will make it easier for them to make the right decisions when it comes to exercise and diet.”

Preventing childhood obesity starts at home. Here are some easy tips to incorporate into your family’s daily routine: Encourage healthy eating habits. Pro-

vide plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole-grain products.

Make your favorite dishes healthier. Create new family favorites with just a few healthy changes, such as using fat-free or low-fat milk and cheese in your cooking.

Remove calorie-rich temptations from your home. Treats are OK in moderation, but limit high-fat and high-sugar snacks and substitute them with healthier options, such as low-fat yogurt with apple slices or cut veggies and low-sodium hummus.

Help your kids understand the importance of being physically active. Children and teens should participate in at least 60 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity most days of the week.

Participate in an active lifestyle with your children. Get moving with them!

You r child ren will lear n f rom you r actions. Take a walk after dinner, play catch or have a dance party.

Limit sedentary time. Quiet time can be okay for reading and homework, but TV time should be limited to no more than two hours a day.

This September, join the American Heart Association and families across the country, to make a change in your life and the lives of your loved ones. Change starts at home and it starts with you.

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

Antibacterial Soap Makers Have To Clean Up Their Act

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Soap makers now have to get their junk out because plain soap works just as well and without risk. Manufacturers were ordered by the FDA to pull out 19 different chemicals from their body wash, hand soap, dish soap and other soaps. Hallelujah, these chemicals are pesticides which go down the drain and into our ecosystem.

We kind of got all bug phobic when soap makers started adding antibacterials like triclosan and fluorosan into soap. Fluorosan has a fluorinated and brominated backbone, and fluorine and bromine compounds are known to interfere with thyroid hormone production. Triclosan may reduce testosterone, behave like estrogen (raising it), impact your ability to conceive and disrupts many human hormones.

Millions of you slathered on bizarre chemicals or all over the kids with the misguided notion that “antibacterial” was better.

Triclosan is in 93 percent of antibacterial soap products, as well as cutting boards, dish soap, deodorants, yoga mats and even lip stains.

The problem is that triclosan and other antiseptics and pesticides go right through your skin, and show up later in your urine and breast milk.

Soap makers have to clean up their act now and they have one year. I don’t feel sorry for them. These companies spent billions of advertising dollars to brainwash you that their chemicals are necessary in order to kill germs, fend off the flu or get you really clean. Puhleese. Like I was dirtier before you put the triclosan, hexachlorophene and methylbenzethonium chloride in there? Does

anyone feel dirtier with that stuff on them or is it just me?

I never bought it though. And I told you years ago not to buy it either. I remember spending hours one night scouring the Internet just trying to find a foaming soap that was free of potentially harmful chemicals.

Soap, I just wanted S.O.A.P that’s it.

What was wrong with plain soap? Nothing.

I knew all along that this was just clever marketing, what is termed product diversification and the addition of these chemicals were synthetic, unproven and just put in there to make the label prettier for “show.”

The theory behind triclosan is that it’s there to crack open the cell walls of bacteria, which renders them inactive, however, it doesn’t work fast, it takes hours to do accomplish the killing task. Triclosan doesn’t kill viral proteins either. These added ingredient(s) make for an awesome label, with the implied message that germs will be killed instantly on your hand, before they can get inside you and make you sick or spread infection.

So the FDA is putting their foot down. Better late than never. I mean they started their investigation in 1978. C’mon people, go a little faster next time would you? Can you focus on glyphosate next please? To their end, the FDA is actually planning a full-on review of hand sanitizers and germ-killing chemicals used in hospitals.

Their final decision, made last week isn’t based on one study, there have been many.

The latest comes from South Korea where scientists tested antibacterial soap on 20 different strains of bacteria. Plain soap performed just as well.

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Nursing Home Abuse Is Unacceptable, Says AMAC

NEW JERSEY – Abuse of the elderly in nursing homes is an ugly, little secret that needs airing and it goes beyond physical abuse, says the Association of Mature American Citizens.

AMAC president Dan Weber is calling for states, localities and the federal government to use their authority to ensure the safety of nursing home residents. “Family members

need to get involved, as well. They need to check out their chosen facilities to find out if there is a past history of abuse. Once a loved one takes up residency in a home, they should make regular, unscheduled visits to make sure their loved ones are not being mistreated.”

Recent reports show that abuse is on the rise again. In the first seven months this

year, there have been a dozen new reports of nursing home mistreatment. That’s the same number of new such incidents that were reported in all of 2015.

The newest form of abuse in homes for the elderly is the degrading and demeaning practice of taking inappropriate cell phone photographs and videos of residents and posting them on social media, Weber notes.

Some of these pictures and videos even anonymously document physical abuse inflicted by unknown staff members, he adds.

It’s gotten so bad that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [CMS] issued a stern warning, threatening homes with immediate loss of Medicare eligibility if they don’t take action to prevent abuse.

The warning came in a memo that read, in part: “Nursing homes must establish an environment that is as homelike as possible and includes a culture and environment that treats each resident with respect and dignity. Treating a nursing home resident in any manner that does not uphold a resident’s sense of self-worth and individuality dehumanizes the resident and creates an environment that perpetuates a disrespectful and/or potentially abusive attitude toward the residents.”

Weber says that “while they are at it, CMS should revisit the issue of arbitration clauses in nursing home contracts. It’s a different kind of abuse, but it is abuse just the same when residents and their guardians are precluded from taking legal action when there is a dispute over the quality of care they are receiving. CMS has a lot of clout and a ruling on their part would go a long way toward correcting the injustice of forced arbitration. Appropriate government agencies, such as the CMS, have a responsibility to protect residents against one-sided residency agreements.”

The Editorial Board of the New York Times recently took the CMS to task on this issue and although we don’t always agree with the Times, we are solidly with them on this matter, Weber says.

In a recent Opinion Article, the board concluded that: “The ... Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, should have banned pre-dispute arbitration clauses in nursing home contracts. Instead, they basically condone them as long as these homes take some legalistic steps to explain and disclose the clauses and do not make signing them a condition of admission. Those provisions skirt the real problem. Prospective patients do not have the necessary information to make a decision about signing the clauses.

How could they before a dispute even arises? In essence, families are being asked to anticipate the likelihood of grievous harm and legal ramifications. A nursing home admission is stressful and confusing enough without your being asked to sign away your right to sue.”

Ocean County Fireman’s Association Meeting

FORKED RIVER – The Ocean County Fireman’s Association meeting will take place at 8 p.m. on October 20 at Bamber Lake Fire, 2630 Lacey Rd. The Association is an organization made up of all the Fire Companies in Ocean County. They meet monthly and share Firematic Educational Information from around the County.

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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 calling cards for our

Volunteers Needed to Assist With Filing Taxes For 2017 Season

OCEAN COUNTY – Free income tax preparation is available for anyone who needs help filing federal and New Jersey taxes with special attention to seniors.

Additional volunteers are needed to work in the program and help prepare electronically filed tax returns. Volunteers must attend approximately three days of training during December and six days during

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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.

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Answer I see your problem exactly the other way around. By doing nothing you are getting him into trouble. He is a danger to every person on the road (and off the road). Lives are taken and others ruined by drunk drivers. If I were you I would demand that he give you his car keys and driver’s license. That is just the beginning. At that point I would contact an attorney who deals specifically with alcoholism and drug addiction.

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I would suggest a bicycle but he is a danger on the road even then if drunk.

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Blood Drive OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County College Health Occupations Students of America and the Student Nurse Organization will cosponsor a Blood Drive on September 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A&B, in the old Bookstore/Conference Building, OCC Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River.

Donors may make appointments by sign-

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Donors must weigh at least 110 lbs. and meet other requirements. Bring a photo ID and proof of age. Bring your Donor Card or Donor Number, if you have one.

For information, contact MaryAnn Kaufmann, MSN, RN, Nursing Simulation, Skills and Student Retention Specialist at Ocean County College, 732255-0400, ext. 2488.

Fall Dinner Dance POINT PLEASANT – A Fall Dinner Dance honoring Elizabeth Shea, assistant commissioner of the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities, and The Arc of Ocean County Board members Walter

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Previous articles reviewed the land use application submission and presentation process; this article will review what is required to be performed after an approval is obtained. The memorialized approval is placed in written form called a Resolution. Part of the Resolution outlines the Condition of Approval, which acts as a checklist of the items that must be submitted to zoning and engineering prior to obtaining construction permits. Satisfying those conditions is called Resolution Compliance.

Once an applicant receives the Resolution of approval, the first requirement is to prepare and publish a Notice of Decision. This provides a general notice in the official newspaper as to the details of the approval received. Proof of this publication must be provided to the Board secretary.

Contained within the Resolution may also be requirements for various legal documents. Examples of these documents are: Lot Consolidation Deeds, which consolidate various lots owned by the applicant under one lot number; Cross-Access Agreements, which will allow neighboring businesses or residents to utilize a common driveway or parking area; and Easements, which earmark certain portions of the property for access by other agencies to maintain or service utility structures or equipment which may be on the property, or may identify portions of the property that are to be undeveloped to preserve the environment or ensure visibility at an intersection.

Of course, this is not a comprehensive list and what is required depends on the specific reliefs granted in the applicant’s approval. What is consistent throughout

the process is that these Dina M. Vicari Esq. are legal documents requiring the attachment of legal descriptions and reduced plans, requiring review and approval of the Board professionals and, in some cases, the documents must be recorded with the County Clerk. Certainly, the preparation of these documents is best performed by a qualified land use attorney.

Additionally, the Resolution may require plan revisions, payment of additional fees and escrows and approvals from outside agencies. Those agencies may be other local agencies, such as local sewerage, utility and municipal authorities; County agencies, such as Planning Board and Soil Conservation; and/or State agencies, such as NJDOT and NJDEP. Again, each applicant requires a combination of varying approvals. This office can coordinate the receipt of those approvals and prepare a final submission to the local land use board to successfully complete Resolution Compliance. Receiving Resolution Compliance approval will then allow the applicant to construct their proposed project.

As can be seen from the information above, the perfection of a land use application approval before a Land Use Board requires an understanding of the MLUL and legal experience. The attorneys at the Law Office of R.C. Shea and Associates can assist to make this process stress free.

Look for future articles on the Land Use Process which will review the components of a resolution and the post-approval compliance procedures.

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TOMS RIVER – Singer/Activist Emel Mathlouthi will perform at 7:30 p.m. on October 13 on the main stage at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College.

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Firebrand Tunisian singer, songwriter, guitarist, and composer Mathlouthi, inheritor of the legacy of American and Arabic protest singers of the 1960s, stands with the great divas of the Arab World.

Mathlouthi gained world attention when her 2007 song “Kelmti Horra (My Word is Free)” was adopted by the Arab Spring revolutionaries on the streets of Tunis and by yearning youth around the Arab world, earning her the nickname “the voice of Tunisian Revolution.”

Mathlouthi is devoted to her Tunisian folk roots but deeply influenced by such Western artists as Joan Baez, Massive Attack, Bjork, and her sometime-collaborator Tricky.

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Suez North America Foundation Awards Grant To Support Environmental Education

OCEAN COUNTY – Officials announced the SUEZ North America Foundation, the philanthropic arm of SUEZ North America, has allocated $10,000 to support environmental education programs for Boating Education and Rescue (B.E.A.R.), a nonprofit based in Ocean County.

“The funds will go a long way to support our work in promoting environmental education for students,” said Mike Bennett, a founder of B.E.A.R. “As our demands on the environment increase, it’s our duty to teach our youngsters the significant impacts we have on the health of our estuaries, bays and oceans,” he added. The award is the largest the organization has received since its establishment in 2010.

Since 2009, the SUEZ North America Foundation has distributed grants in excess of $4 million, supporting almost 200 projects, including Hackensack Riverkeeper, which works to protect the environmental quality of the Hackensack River and its watershed; Operation SPLASH, a

nonprofit based in Freeport, N.Y., whose volunteers spend thousands of hours each year cleaning local waterways, educating the public about the plight of the bays from Washington, D.C., to Albany, N.Y.; and The World is our Classroom, Springfield, Mass., which provides instruction in physical, earth, environmental and life sciences, technology and engineering design.

“The SUEZ North American Foundation awards annual grants through a competitive application and review process and selects those organizations that demonstrate goals and missions that most closely align with SUEZ’,” said Ed Wallace, Executive Director. “B.E.A.R.’s approach to the growing challenge of protecting and sustaining life on the planet is clearly articulated through educational programs and activities aimed at preserving our natural ecosystems.”

Additional information about B.E.A.R. is available at boatingeducationandrescue. com.

Dems Hold Debate Watch Party

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Democrats will host a Presidential Debate Watch Party at 8 p.m. on September 26 at the Clarion, 815 Rt. 37 West in Toms River.

Refreshments will be served. Hillary signs

will be available. To make reservations, write to MartaHarrison56@gmail.com.

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Yard Sale Howell - Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., 63/65 W. Shenendoah Road. PartyLite clearance, furniture, baby gear, baby clothes, Christmas decorations and more.

(40) House Sale - Something for everyone. Furniture, toys, baby gear, women’s clothing (all sizes, many with tags), books and more.Great condition and priced to sell. 4 Chris Ann Ct., Jackson. Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Moving Sale Apartment Move - 2 tan resin wicker easy chairs, $40 each. Tiled coffee table, $20. Rattan end table with magazine rack, $20. Cute cedar chest on legs, $60. 5 plastic storage bins, $3 each. Lamp, mirrors, rollups, area rugs, high beach chairs, etc. 732-350-3046.

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(40) Dining Room Set - American of Martinsville, table, 6 chairs, lighted China cabinet. Excellent condition. $325. You pick up.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius.

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Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/ dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac.

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FREELANCE WRITER - Micromedia Publications is seeking a part time reporter to cover various town meetings and special events. Candidate should have writing/reporting experience.

Candidate must be available to cover evening meetings of the local government, generally one night per week, and may also be asked to attend community events, fundraisers, etc. Conducting phone interviews is understood to be part of the job. In addition, the ideal candidate will have the ability to take photos to accompany features.The position requires providing 3-4 stories per week, with photos, every week, on deadline. This PART-TIME freelance position is an at-home job; stories will be submitted via email. A full-time position is not currently available. Candidates should send their resume along with 1-3 writing samples or links to your writing.

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Now Hiring Property Inspectors- FT/ PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@comcast.net or msangelabove@comcast.net. 732-7664425, 201-259-0734. Ask for Mel. (t/n)

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Teacher Assistant Pre-school – PT, afternoons. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100.

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(44) Part Time Food Service – We have an immediate need for part time waitstaff/servers, PT dietary aides, FT/PT dishwashers. FT dishwasher must have open availability. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay and 401(K) once you have worked 1 year and 1000 hours. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $8.50/hour. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (41) Te a c h e r A s s i s t a n t - I n f a n t s .

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(44) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

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Drivers Wanted - Part-time M o n d a y t h r o u g F r i d a y. $ 1 0 / h r.

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(40) Handyman All Masonry Work – Repairs, sidewalks, paving, stone, decorative stone, mulch. Call Jerry 732-684-8863. Free estimates.

(41) John’s Ceramic Porcelain Tile Bathrooms, repairs, remodeled, kitchen floors, kitchen back splash, shower doors. Over 30 years experience. Free estimates. Call 732-925-2999.

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Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention.

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Local Survivor Supports Heart Walk At Jersey Shore

LAKEWOOD – On October 29, Christine Rochelle of Wall, a congenital heart defect and stroke survivor, will walk to raise awareness about heart disease and stroke as she serves as survivor ambassador for the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association’s Shoreline Heart Walk at FirstEnergy Park, home of the Lakewood BlueClaws.

Shortly after birth, Rochelle was diagnosed with pulmonary valve stenosis, a thickened or fused heart valve that does not allow proper blood flow from the heart to the lungs. After a successful surgery at 6 months old, Rochelle was able to live a full life with minimal restrictions. Then at 27, Rochelle experienced a mild stroke that prompted additional testing with her cardi-

ologist. Although she suffered no residual effects from the stroke, her cardiologist found another congenital heart defect, and a few months later, Rochelle had surgery which successfully fi xed the defect. She now has yearly checkups with her cardiologists, but is able to live a full life without restrictions.

As survivor ambassador of the event, Rochelle will help rally businesses, community groups and individual walkers to support the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association’s mission of building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. She will share her story with attendees on walk day to help raise critical funds to support heart and stroke research.

“My experience has made me realize that we need more research and awareness around heart disease and stroke,” states Rochelle. “The Shoreline Heart Walk is great opportunity for the community to come together for a great cause and to learn more about living healthier.”

The Shoreline Heart Walk brings hundreds of Monmouth and Ocean County families, organizations and businesses together annually for a fun event fi lled with cardiovascular wellness, thanks to the support from local sponsors including Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey Natural Gas, RWJBarnabas, CentraState, Food Circus Supermarkets, Inc., Mid-Atlantic Surgical Associates, WCHR 105.7 The Hawk, WOBM 92.7, WOBM 1160 &

1310, WJLK 94.3 The Point, and WBJB 90.5 The Night.

Heart Walks, which are nationally sponsored by Subway, are the signature community event for the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association focused on raising funds to support the fight against heart disease and stroke – our nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 leading causes of death. The Heart Walk is designed to promote physical activity and heart-healthy living through a fun environment that’s rewarding for the entire family.

To learn how you can join Rochelle at the American Heart Association Shoreline Heart Walk, visit ShorelineHeartWalk.org, call 609-208-0020 or email ShorelineHW@ heart.org.

Girl Scouts Announce “Phenomenal Women Under 40” Honorees

NEW JERSEY – The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore honored 10 outstanding young professionals with the first ever Phenom Award. The award, which honors Phenomenal Women Under 40 recognized emerging, young, female leaders under the age of 40 from Monmouth and Ocean counties not only for who they are, but also

for the potential of what they might achieve in their futures.

This was the inaugural year for this award, which is expected to become an annual Girl Scout celebration of exceptional female leaders in the community. Honorees received their award at a special cocktail reception at Waters Edge in Bayville.

This year’s Phenom Award Honorees were: Heather S. Barberi, Ocean County College Foundation.

Allie Cosaluzzo, Townsquare Media.

Jaimie Diaz, Grand Bank.

Jennifer Godoski, New Jersey Resources.

Lauren M. Holman, Holman Frenia Al-

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Kelli Peterson, Wells Fargo.

Catherine Tobin, Clean Ocean Action.

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New Hindu Temple Draws Hundreds To Toms Ri�er

By Lois Rogers TOMS RIVER – A place for worship and cultural activities close to home, a place where the many festivals on the Hindu calendar could be celebrated by the growing Indian community of greater Ocean County.

That’s what the planners of the newly dedicated Shri Siddhivinayak Temple of USA Indian Cultural and Community Center envisioned as they worked to create the facility on Route 9-Lakewood Road in Toms River that was formally dedicated on June 19.

Those goals meshed beautifully September 10 as the high point of the annual Ganesh Chaturthi celebration honoring Lord Ganesha – the temple’s namesake – unfolded in and around the new gathering place. The festivities began inside the temple at 1 p.m. with a cultural program that included a wide range of Indian classical and popular music and religious observances by the faithful in honor of the beloved Hindu diety who is depicted with a human body and the head of an elephant.

The audience grew steadily throughout the afternoon as hundreds of members of the community gathered ahead of the great event: a procession through nearby Riverwood Park where a clay model of Lord Ganesha, accompanied by hundreds of singing and dancing faithful, would be carried to the Toms River.

There, it would be immersed, symbolically washing away all of the misfortunes

of mankind. A festive community meal in the picnic area would bring the festivities to a close.

By the time the procession was ready to form at about 6 p.m. nearly 500 members of all generations had gathered to accompany the model of Lord Ganesha to the water.

Among them were Dr. Manish Saini, his wife, Rashmi, daughters Richa, 9 and Ria, 12 and his mother, Shashi.

The temple’s Deputy Chief Trustee, Dr. Saini spoke of how important it is for the community to have a worship and cultural center on home ground. “There is a huge community here and the temple binds people together. It is a needed presence where the kids can learn,” faith and cultural traditions, he said, “so they can pass it on to the next generation.”

“We have been working for four or five years to build it and we are still working to finish it,” said Dr. Saini, who resides in Jackson.

As the procession, accompanied by exuberant drummers and many faithful who danced all along the way and sang lively hymns of praise to Ganesha, made its way along the park’s causeway, Dr. Saini called this occasion an example of the good mix of faith, culture and cuisine that draws the community together.

In an earlier interview, Dr. Avinash C. Gupta, chairman of the temple and Dr. Tejas Deliwala, a chief trustee, also spoke of how meaningful it is to be able to hold religious and cultural activities close to home.

“We started five years ago,” said Dr. G u pt a . T he com mu nit y was st rongly motivated that the neare st t e mple s we r e eit he r “40 miles to the north or 50 miles to the sout h.” T he effort began in earnest, he said, in February of 2012, when a small –Photo by Lois Rogers group of lo- A processional honoring Lord Ganesha makes its way to the new Hindu cal physicians Temple in Toms River, Shri Siddhivinayak, on Route 9 and Riverwood. and business leaders raised enough funds to purchase six ed a certificate of occupancy May 5, the acres of accessible land on the area’s central community celebrated the grand opening of Route 9 corridor. what is envisioned as a center of worship, Phase one of the two-phase project includ- education , cultural and philanthropic aced the demolition of dilapidated housing tivities for all generations. and the removal of an old swimming pool “In September religious education classes on the land as well as the renovation of an started for children,” said Dr. Deliwala. existing building which was transformed “There are yoga classes and social activities into the 3,300-sq-foot-temple/community and we are planning more activities. It is center as well as a large parking lot, he said. a place close to home, to gather, to share Phase 2, now underway, continues to raise and to talk.” funds for a future, larger and specifically For more information on Shri Siddhivinaydesigned temple/community center. ak Temple, visit siddhivinayaktempleusa.

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New Jersey Natural Gas Announces Satisfactory Agreement On Base Rate

NEW JERSEY – New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) announced a satisfactory agreement has been reached on its base rate case that was originally filed in November 2015. The administrative law judge’s initial decision to accept the agreement is pending before the commissioners of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) for their final decision.

Under the agreement, NJNG would increase its total annual revenue by $45 million, effective on or around October 1, and would include a return on equity of 9.75 percent with a 52.5 percent common equity ratio.

It reflects a rate base of $1.37 billion and an overall rate of return of 6.9 percent. Additionally, the utility’s overall depreciation rate will increase from the previously approved 2.34 percent to 2.4 percent.

“We believe a fair agreement has been reached and look forward to the final resolution of this base rate case,” said Laurence M. Downes, chairman and CEO of New Jersey Natural Gas. “We are confident the ultimate outcome will serve the best interests of our

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Suicide Drug Overdoses In NJ Children No Longer Surprise Poison Experts

NEW JERSEY – A 14-year-old child had a fight with dad and takes an overdose of acetaminophen, a 10-year-old tried to kill himself by taking an OD of antihistamines, a 13-year-old tried to kill herself by taking a large quantity of mom’s medication: these calls have become all too common to the experts at the NJ Poison Center.

According to Bruce Ruck, PharmD, DABT, Managing Director of the NJ Poison Center, “the health professionals of the poison center have assisted in the management of close to 200 children from 10 to 14 years of age with drug overdoses.”

Cases just like these are expected to continue throughout the year. “Now that school is back in session, we expect a significant uptick in calls regarding young teens trying to harm themselves by overdose,” noted Diane Calello, MD, Executive and Medical Director of the NJ Poison Center.

Suicide in children is not as rare as one may think. Parents and guardians, teachers, clergy, and school administrators must heed the warming and be on the lookout for signs that a child is struggling and may be considering suicide. “As you can see by

our statistics, the age of the suicidal patient is becoming younger and younger, which is quite alarming,” said Ruck. Since there is no law requiring hospitals/healthcare facilities to report overdoses to the poison center, he says, it is very likely that the poison center is only capturing a small fraction of these cases compared to the true number of suicide overdose cases.

“There was a time not too long ago when the school of thought was to just keep medicines up high and out of reach. But we know this is not enough. Keeping medicines (prescription, over-the-counter, dietary, herbal, vitamins) locked up when not in use is a start, because teens will access household medications for suicidal or recreational use,” said Calello. “Being aware of the behaviors of your pre-teen and teenager can prevent a real tragedy.”

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Garden State Radiation Oncology

Toms River Surgeon Dr. Barbara Schneider Saves Lives, One Breast At A Time

By Joyce Blay Cancer patients have a “breast” friend in Toms River surgical specialist Dr. Barbara P. Schneider, M.D., F.A.C.S., radiation oncology.

Dr. Schneider believes in treating the whole patient.

“Breast cancer is not just a medical illness, it’s a psychological illness,” she tells a visitor. “Patients not only ask themselves, ‘Am I going to live?’ They also ask themselves, ‘What am I going to look like?’

While Dr. Schneider treats men as well as women, she maintains that women as a group react to a diagnosis of breast cancer differently than men.

“Breast cancer is different from any other cancer because breasts are so visible and prominent in a woman,” Dr. Schneider says. “Breast cancer is almost a betrayal of who the patient is as a woman.”

A patient undergoing treatment for breast cancer may not only suffer the loss of a breast, but the loss of her hair.

Dr. Schneider is that patient’s staunch advocate, supported by a network of specialists that work with her to ensure that patients diagnosed with breast cancer receive the

most appropr iate plan of treatment.

“I feel very strongly about my patients,” she says. “I give them a treatment plan that addresses all of their needs.”

The years have only strengthened her resolve to continue that practice.

Dr. Schneider began her academic career as a biology major at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY. In 1977, she graduated from Albany Medical College. She interned at Bronx Municipal Hospital Center in New York City, then completed the rest of her 5-year surgical residency at Montefi ore Medical Center in the Bronx.

In 19 8 5, D r. Sc hnei der brought her medical expertise to Toms River, NJ, where she opened a private practice.

She has hospital privileges with Community Medical Center.

Because Dr. Schneider is a woman, she of fer s the predominantly female breast cancer patients she treats a uniquely empathetic and compassionate understanding of their needs.

She also offers a range of other surgical procedures in the treatment of various diagnosed conditions.

While Dr. Schneider treats

many different conditions, the majority of her patients are diagnosed with breast cancer.

Each breast is as individual as the person being treated, Dr. Schneider maintains. Her goal is to save both patient and breast. As an expert in the technique of oncoplastic surger y, which inc reases the rate of breast conservation, she has a greater rate of success than many other surgeons nationwide reported. Her local recurrence rate following breast conserving surgery is less than 1% compared to a nationwide rate of 9.7%.

All patients are in good hands as soon as they enter Dr. Schneider’s office, conveniently located next to Community Medical Center. Dr. Schneider’s two experienced assistants share her philosophy, she says. They expertly assess each patient in order to triage their needs prior to seeing Dr. Schneider.

Patients praise Dr. Schneider’s work and her results in comments posted online.

“You and your staff were professional, compassionate and caring,” Gail wrote in her online rating of Dr. Schneider.

“I’d recommend you to anyone.”

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Dr. Barbara P. Schneider, M.D., F.A.C.S. the results she achieved.

“Thank you for 6 years cancer free!” Donna exclaimed in her online comment.

Still another patient commented on Dr. Schneider’s warmth and understanding, as well as the quality of her surgical expertise.

“I felt as if you knew me although we had just met,” Sue wrote in an online post. “You took all my fears, worries, and concerns put them on a table and tackled them BEFORE I had the chance to verbalize them. You do know the “being” beyond the human and made a scary situation very calm. I had no post- op pain and have never seen such a beautiful incision line.”

In 2015, Dr. Schneider received the Compassionate Doctor Recognition from Vitals, a New Jersey organization that annually honors the nation’s favorite doctors based on patient reviews and ratings.

For the past 35 years, Dr. Schneider has strived to help

her patients survive, as well as thrive, despite a diagnosis of breast cancer.

The odds are increasingly in their favor.

“A diagnosis of breast cancer is no longer a death sentence,” Dr. Schneider says. “One of the biggest reasons is the inc reased use of sc reen ing mammograms since the 1980s. Why should anyone check out at age 70 when they may have a good quality of life until they’re 90? At any age, a screening mammogram is the best investment a woman can make in her quality of life.”

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of September 24-September 30

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21- Apr. 19): Don’t sweat the small stuff. Stay focused on the overall objectives and don’t allow minor difficulties sidetrack you from making progress. Plot your moves carefully and strategically before taking action this week.

TAURUS (Apr. 20- May 20): Recharge those batteries. Use time off to your advantage.

Take a well-deserved rest before getting back into the daily grind. A friend or loved one may wish to engage in a deep, philosophical discussion in the week to come.

GEMINI (May 21- June 20): Find the balance between confidence and arrogance. You may be able to back up what you say with concrete action but it is the manner in which you do it that may put someone off. Use humility this week.

CANCER (June 21- July 22): Keep your emotions in check. A disagreement with an ill-tempered individual could escalate in the week ahead if you allow it. Prioritize tasks in order of importance so that a heavy workload doesn’t bog you down.

LEO (July 23- Aug. 22): Watch your step.

Be mindful of your manners in the week ahead as some people may be quick to take offense or start an argument. If an offer seems too good to be true, just wait for the inevitable catch.

VIRGO (Aug. 23- Sept. 22): You’ve got to give a little to get a little. Negotiations will go more smoothly in the week ahead if both parties agree to make sacrifices. Relax when meeting new people rather than being too formal and

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LIBRA (Sept. 23- Oct. 22.): Stay calm, cool and collected this week. Keep your head while everyone around you is losing theirs to diffuse a difficult situation. Someone’s sales pitch may be attractive but you aren’t likely to fall for it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Be sure that the only toes you’re standing on are your own.

In your zeal to get a new project underway, you may inadvertently push someone out of the loop.

Plan your course of action carefully this week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Don’t bite off more than you can chew. This week your need to succeed may cause you to take on responsibilities that you can’t adequately handle. Finish up current tasks before starting anything new.

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Someone who offers you an attractive deal this week may not be telling the whole story.

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PISCES (Feb. 19- Mar. 20): Agree to disagree. No matter how hard you argue or how passionate you are about your beliefs you are never going to change someone’s mind. A relationship started this week may have lasting consequences.

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Bearing in mind that we eat with our eyes before food ever passes our lips, I butterfly the shrimps to create a satisfyingly beautiful presentation as well as to ensure they cook both quickly and evenly. I then coat the shrimp with just enough breadcrumbs to give them a golden-brown, crunchy surface, using a little olive oil to help the coating stick in place of the melted butter I once used decades ago. A trio of fresh herbs enlivens the coating, along with a pinch of the traditional Basque seasoning called Espelette pepper, for which you can substitute cayenne or hot paprika if you can’t find it in a specialty market.

In similar spirit, I enhance the dish by adding moisture and flavor with a streamlined version of aioli. That classic southern French sauce uses egg-rich mayonnaise as its base; but, for this recipe, I instead substitute nonfat Greek-style yogurt, which miraculously feels and tastes rich. To amp up the sauce, I use caramelized garlic - made easily at home - in place of the usual raw garlic.

Through such subtle yet significant changes, a once-indulgent dish becomes admirably lean, with fewer than a third of its calories coming from fat. Serve it as an appetizer for an autumn dinner party; or, if you like, double the portion size for a light but very satisfying main course. Either way, the results will make you want to entertain more often this autumn.

BUTTERFLIED BAKED SHRIMP WITH HERBED BREADCRUMBS AND ROASTED GARLIC LEMON YOGURT AIOLI Serves 4 For the shrimp: 3/4 cup (185 mL) fresh whole-grain breadcrumb 3/4 pound (375 g) extra-large shrimp (16 shrimp), peeled and deveined Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves 2 teaspoons minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon ground Espelette pepper or hot paprika 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 4 cups packed baby arugula leaves, rinsed well and patted dry Juice of 1/2 lemon For the aioli: 3/4 cup (185 mL) nonfat plain Greek yogurt 4 1/2 tablespoons mashed roasted garlic, homemade (recipe follows) or store-bought 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon honey Pinch cayenne pepper Pinch freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt Lemon wedges, for garnish Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C).

For the shrimp, evenly spread the breadcrumbs on a rimmed baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning. Remove from the oven, transfer to a mixing bowl, and set aside. Raise the oven temperature to 500 F (260 C).

With a small, sharp knife, butterfly each shrimp by slicing along the length of its outer curve where the vein was removed, cutting half to two-thirds of the way down through it, from just in front of the tail to the head end; be careful not to cut all the way through.

Turn each shrimp over and gently make three shallow perpendicular slits across the other side to prevent them from curling. Lightly season all over with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

Add the basil, oregano, parsley, thyme, garlic and Espelette pepper to the bowl with breadcrumbs.

Season to taste with salt and black pepper and toss.

Brush the bottom of a large ovenproof skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Press the open side of each shrimp into the oil in the skillet, then dredge in the crumb mixture, pressing down firmly so the crumbs coat the shrimp well. Place all the shrimp, coated side up, in the skillet in a single layer. Bake until the shrimp are just cooked through, turning pink and white, and the crumbs are deep golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, put the arugula in a large bowl, add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the lemon juice, season with salt and black pepper, and toss well. Divide among four serving plates.

For the roasted garlic lemon yogurt aioli, in a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, roasted garlic, lemon juice, honey, cayenne, black pepper and salt to taste. Stir well.

To serve, arrange the shrimp, breadcrumbs up, on each plate. Serve with lemon wedges, passing the sauce at the table.

ROASTED GARLIC Makes about 1/4 cup (60 mL) 4 whole heads garlic 1/3 cup (80 mL) extra-virgin olive oil Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C).

Arrange the garlic heads in a small roasting pan and drizzle with the oil, turning to coat.

Roast until very tender when gently squeezed with a hand protected with an oven glove, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Set aside at room temperature until cool enough to handle.

When cool, cut the heads crosswise in half with a serrated knife. Squeeze the softened pulp from each half. Transfer to a container, cover and refrigerate. Use as needed within three or four days.

(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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