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–Photos courtesy Brick Township BRICK - Members of the Town Council and Brick Township Police Department joined with UNICO in the 4th Annual Italian Flag Raising, at the Brick Municipal Complex October 1. The annual Ocean County Columbus Day Festival, October 7 to 9, is in Seaside Heights with the 25th annual parade October 9.

Citing Priest Retirements, Diocese Explores Sharing Between Churches By Courtney McCann A year after it began, the Diocese of Trenton’s Faith in our Future initiative is heading into the final turn with its conclusion in sight. The diocese launched the initiative in the Fall of 2015 with the goal of strengthening the parishes in the diocese, exploring new models of leadership and improving the stewardship of the diocese resources. “The general goal is to continue to have a vibrant Catholic community,” said Reverend Stephen Piga, pastor of St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in Toms River. “A lot of priests are retiring and there are not enough new priests. We want to find ways to share resources so that when things get

really tight we’ll be able to work together and help each other.” The Faith in Our Future initiative began with each parish establishing a core team to evaluate the parish. In the spring of 2016, those core teams then aligned with three to five neighboring parishes to form “cohorts” to discuss and propose new ways to align and work together. There are 25 cohorts in all, with 15 made up of parishes in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Parishes have the option to be in several models, including but not limited to: Collaborative – A formal cooperative relationship is formed, with the parishes sharing some staff, developing joint outreach (Churches - See Page 5)

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October 8, 2016

School Board Candidates Explain Viewpoints On Spending

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – With six candidates vying for just two seats on the Board of Education and no forums or debates scheduled, we asked each candidate for their opinions on what issues are more important. For example, what do they think is the most important capital project in the district? Walter Campbell and Victor Finamore each mentioned how the ongoing HVAC upgrades are important, Melita Gagliardi said the district needs to address sink holes and other aging infrastructure. Daisy Haffner said a cost analysis should be performed to identify priority and money-saving projects, while John O’Rourke said the district needs to better plan for its facilities maintenance. Most candidates took issue with waste such as re-ordering materials that didn’t fit the first time. The Brick Times also asked each candidate, (Candidates - See Page 6)

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By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - After a standing-room only audience came out to a public hearing last month to voice their opposition to the plan, five amendments have been made to a lease agreement between the township and Chefs International, who plans to build a restaurant and bar at Traders Cove Park and Marina. Some of the concerns cited included parking configuration, traffic at the base of the bridge, safety of children using the playground next to the bar, increased boat traffic, increased pollution in an environmentally sensitive area and less public access to the bay. “The lease needed to be amended. There

were two flaws from the beginning,” said Mayor John G. Ducey at the September 27 council meeting. One of the original mistakes was in a diagram of the proposed restaurant that showed every boat slip would be available for restaurant patrons, which Ducey said was a misunderstanding. Only the existing 26 transient slips in front of the restaurant would be available for the restaurant - not the privately rented slips, he said. As part of that amendment, Chefs International would be required to have a dockmaster who would be responsible for steering restaurant patrons away from the (Restaurant - See Page 5)

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rented marina slips, Ducey said. In a letter read at last month’s public hearing, Freeholder John C. Bartlett, who chairs the County Parks & Recreation Department, called the plan for a restaurant on the site “a serious breach of faith between the county and the township” since the county purchased some of land, and that connects with its Mantoloking Bridge County Park. According to the diagram of the proposed restaurant, the county’s parking spaces could be used by restaurant patrons, which Mayor Ducey said could not be included in the plan since the spaces do not belong to the township. The amendment also says that Chefs International must prohibit employees from parking in the paved parking area right by the playground, and they must employ valet services to direct

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programs, coordinating common training of catechists and Eucharistic ministers and more. Linked – Two or more parishes share a pastor and do many things collaboratively, such as programs and in-services. Merged – Two or more parishes come together to form a single entity under a new name. Father Vincent Euk of the Church of St. Veronica in Howell is a member of Cohort 14, together with St. William Abbot of Howell and St. Catherine of Sienna in Farmingdale.

The Brick Times, October 8, 2016, Page 5 its customers to the clamshell lot during peak hours, the mayor said. “These are things we knew were wrong with the lease from the get-go, and a couple of other things came about from the public hearing,” he said. First, Chefs International must be proactive in hiring local companies and/or individuals and must make good faith efforts to employ township residents and patronize township businesses in the operation of the restaurant, the mayor said. They would be required to meet with township representatives to determine the status of their recruitment and hiring efforts, he added. Secondly, Chefs International must agree to incorporate environmental design components such as the utilization of composite decking material, repurposed containers and other features in the construction. And the final amendment requires Chefs

International to participate in an outreach and education efforts of the state Department of Environmental Protection and the tourism department by providing literature racks in the restaurant and the distribution of public education information. During public comment, resident Rick Campbell said that the yearly lease payment of $75,000 was not enough. “It’s way too cheap for a building like that; that breaks down to $6,250 a month, and this business is easily going to surpass River Rock and become the most popular bar in Ocean County,” he said. He said there are businesses on Mantoloking Road that command more of a lease payment than what Chefs International would be paying. “Who came up with the $75,000 idea? I don’t know if that’s even going to cover the interest on the debt you have on that, let along the principal,” Campbell said.

Ducey said they compared the payment to the $90,000 lease Chefs International pays for the 9th Avenue Pier in Belmar for its restaurant there. “In Belmar it’s on a major road - Route 35 - people can walk to it, and there are other successful restaurants nearby,” he said. Ducey said that the restaurant at Trader’s Cove is not on a major road, there is no history of successful businesses at that end of Mantoloking Road, and people can’t walk to it. “There are a number of different factors,” Ducey said. The restaurant is only allowed to be open five months a year, so it actually comes out to $15,000 a month. The next council meeting will be on October 18 at 7 p.m. For additional stories on the plan to build a restaurant at Trader’s Cove, visit The Brick Times online at micromediapubs.com.

The recommendations for Euk’s cohort include linking St. Veronica with St. Catherine of Sienna, linking St. William Abbot with the Church of the Epiphany from Cohort 20, or – the most likely option – the three parishes of Cohort 11 as well as the Church of the Epiphany in Brick having a collaborative relationship. “With everything that we spoke about, it seems like the best compromise,” Euk said, adding that under the collaborative model the four parishes would examine opportunities for shared services. “For example, we have a school so our parishes would be supporting our school by recommend-

ing that parents send their children there,” Euk said. “We would also join forces on things like our bereavement group.” St. Maximilian is part of Cohort 24 with the parishes of St. Joseph, St. Justin and St. Luke in Toms River. The recommendation is that the parishes collaborate to form the Roman Catholic Churches of the Greater Toms River Area. “All four are vibrant parishes so we don’t really need to merge,” Reverend Piga said. “We’re looking to consolidate ministries under a steering committee of the four parishes to try to consolidate resources in order to increase participation in the Church.”

Final recommendations for each cohort will be made to Bishop David O’Connell during the Advent season with formal decisions to be announced by the new year and the new models to be implemented between January and July of 2017. The way that Euk looks at it, the Faith in our Future process has had the added benefit of prompting parishioners to look beyond their immediate parishes to the greater good of their faith. “Some people will just look in terms of the parish, but then they realize there is a diocese too,” Euk said. “They start to realize that greater charitable works can be done.”

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do they consider themselves to be more of a taxpayer advocate (i.e.: keeping costs down) or an education advocate? And the candidates spoke to their backgrounds, in many cases as a parent and a taxpayer, with most saying they aimed to strike a balance. Their answers in alphabetical order by their last name: Walter Campbell, 74, said that one of the greatest assets he can bring to the district is his “extensive knowledge and experience with our district facilities.” As a former board member of one and a half years, Campbell served on the Facilities Committee and remained involved as a citizen volunteer for several years afterward. “Using my past experience as a Facilities Manager (my summer employment during my teaching career), I was able to work with my fellow board members and professionals to see such district upgrades as new science labs, track, gym locker rooms, electrical upgrades, and many, many other projects,” Campbell wrote in an email. “With a district as large as ours, there is always more work to be completed!” He said the most important capital project is the continuation of the HVAC upgrades that began when he was on the board. All of the district schools should be air conditioned and better, automated controls need to be put in place throughout the district because the learning environment is better when students are physically comfortable, Campbell said.

“Replacing old systems and regulating temperatures with automated controls will be healthier for our students and staff, more energy efficient, and would have long-term benefit to the district,” he wrote. “Many of these projects can be done using grants and Energy Savings Improvement Programs (ESIPs), rather than just burdening taxpayers with tax increases and costly referendums.” Campbell said that “first and foremost” our schools are here to educate our children, and as a parent, grandparent and former educator he is passionate about seeing the district students receive a competitive education. “Every student, at every level, needs to be prepared for life after leaving our schools. Our district has a responsibility to provide this while simultaneously respecting our taxpayers. If we prioritize what is important, find creative ways to finance projects... and constantly seek ways to increase efficiency and cut waste, it CAN be done, as it has in previous years!” said Campbell. Madeline Colagiovanni-Iannarone, 61, said “Capital projects for our district are important because they are benefiting our children and their education. However, I believe the most important capital project is the safety and security of our children and staff while in school. Unfortunately, we live in a time where safety and security must be our number one priority.” Colagiovanni-Iannarone said she considers herself a strong educational advocate for children and district. “We need to ensure our children are being provided the best quality education and extracurricular op-

portunities. Our district is currently being underfunded by the state, which can lead to an increase in taxes. We have to find non taxpayer funding through state, federal and private grant opportunities. There are also many opportunities from corporations and community partners that offer alternative funding methods. It is my job as a taxpayer and potential board member to strongly advocate this message to the state.” Victor Finamore, 51, said that looking back over the last several years “it is obvious that most, if not all” of the over $20 million spent on capital projects in the school district were necessary repairs after years of neglect. “As a board member, if elected, it will always be my responsibility to ensure that ample energy and dollars are devoted to maintaining our facilities so that more money is not wasted just trying to keep up,” Finamore wrote. “Proper long-range planning and budgeting is essential to meet this end.” He said that money has “fi nally” been spent repairing much-needed heating and air conditioning systems, replacing doors and windows, improving technology and communication systems in the schools. “While security concerns will always be our top priority, I believe it is time to consider allotting space within our existing infrastructure to accommodate a 21st century education. Teaching techniques that will inspire critical thinking, collaboration and problem-solving will require flexible classrooms that allow for multi-purpose common areas and specialty labs,” Finamore said.

Finamore and John O’Rourke are running as the “Brick Students First” team. The men say it is their belief that Brick students have not always been afforded the opportunity to succeed, despite the taxes that are paid by their parents and all taxpayers. The problem has always been where the money is spent, he said. He said that the district needs a budgeting plan that balances the needs of all, and said there are inefficiencies and waste in the budget that need to be rectified to allow students “a better opportunity for success, including improved graduation rates, performance and college and career-readiness, according to the state’s School Performance Report 2015. “As a Brick Board Member if elected, it will be my responsibility to give our children every opportunity to become a responsible, educated young adult. Preparing our students for a 21stcentury world and job market is job number one. Surely, we should be able to accomplish that with a $150 million budget,” Finamore said. Melita Gagliardi, 35, said that repairing and maintaining the district’s existing facilities should be the highest priority in capital expenditures. “Neglecting routine maintenance both creates an unsafe environment and increases overall costs for the eventual repair or replacement. Crumbling curbs and sinkholes in our parking lots leave us open to expensive lawsuits and put our students at risk,” she said. “Good management practices and planned maintenance is good for taxpayers, (Candidates - See Page 7)

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staff and students.” Gagliardi said that regular maintenance can eliminate some of the need for expensive capital expenditures. “When we bond for repairs or replacements, we pay both for the work and interest on the bonds,” she said. “This costs money that would be better used for education or tax relief.” Gagliardi said that a school board member should be equally responsible to the taxpayers and the students. “Taxpayers need to know that their hardearned tax dollars are never wasted or stolen. Students deserve schools that provide an education that nurtures their talents and prepares them for a successful future,” she wrote. Gagliardi said that careful oversight benefits both students and taxpayers, and cited the previous board hiring an individual with a criminal past as Director of Special Education, which jeopardized that program and directly affected district special needs students. “The result? Fraud, and a decline in the program that hurt our most vulnerable students. This has also led to more students being sent out of district at an average cost of $70,000 per child. We must rebuild the department so that as many students as possible can benefit by being kept in their neighborhood schools. This will improve education and save money,” Gagliardi said.

The Brick Times, October 8, 2016, Page 7 “I am an education advocate and a taxpayer advocate. We all benefit when Board members pay attention and the schools are well managed,” she said. Gagliardi and Daisy Haffner are running as a team who “share a commitment to reducing expenses and improving education through good management and proper oversight,” she wrote. “We ask for your support.” Daisy Haffner, 41, said that before any capital project is approved, a cost benefit analysis must be performed to determine if the project is worth doing. She said that the highest priority should go to projects that save money or are needed for the safety of students. “The prior board decided to replace the windows - a good idea. But the board ignored their engineers advice and ordered a more expensive type of windows,” wrote Haffner. “The windows didn’t fit the existing air conditioners. They also miscounted the windows, so more needed to be ordered. The project went $1.3 million over budget. That’s mismanagement we cannot afford,” she said. Haffner said that fixing the school parking lots is her highest priority which she said are in such poor shape that it is unsafe when children are dropped off for school. But the project must be properly planned and managed, she added. “A good board member balances the needs of the taxpayers with the needs of the students,” she said. “Unfortunately, the prior administration neglected the needs of both with wasteful and mis-

managed projects,” such as installing the wrong type of fireproof doors in the Brick Memorial gymnasium without consulting their engineer. “The new doors must be torn out and replaced ‑‑ wasting over $20,000 that could be used for education or to reduce taxes,” she said. “We can’t afford that sort of waste.” Haffner said that the board must be smart and use resources in the community, such as the new public tennis courts near Brick High School, funded by the township but also used by the high school tennis team. “The taxpayers will save money and the students will compete on new courts. A win for everyone,” she wrote. “As a board member with an accounting degree, I will keep a sharp eye on the budget. As a mother and volunteer, I will keep a sharp eye on the quality of our schools,” Haffner said. John O’Rourke, 77, said that it is his understanding that the district has expended in excess of $25 million over the last five years in areas such as roofing, air conditioning, doors and windows, repairs to the high school gyms, and upgrades in internet systems while the list of needs in the school facilities continues to mount. “We need to expend our valuable resources on these absolute needs, but also, plan for our future,” O’Rourke wrote. “After we have satisfied our immediate concerns, and most importantly ascertained that all of our security challenges are met, we need to have a long-range plan in place.” Proper maintenance is always a concern

with aging facilities, he said. It is important to continue to expand on energy-saving opportunities such as increased solar power, O’Rourke said. “I believe my primary goal as a board member will be to provide the staff and administration of our schools with the materials necessary for all of our students to obtain an excellent 21st-century education in order to succeed as self-sufficient adults,” he said. “ Our children deserve nothing less. However, it will be my responsibility to balance those expectations with my obligation to all of our taxpayers.” O’Rourke said that while educating students for success, it is important to consider the high cost of a college education and what could be resulting student loan debt. “I feel strongly that we can and should give more attention to preparing our students for careers that do not demand a college degree,” he said. “Careers such as the building trades, vocational studies, as well as social and business service need to be recognized as increasingly valuable fields of studies, and often, areas in our economy that demand employment.” O’Rourke said he would “vigorously” lobby county and state legislators for the funds necessary to provide Brick students with the tools they need “to pursue every area of study that may lead them to a successful and rewarding life and career.” Editor’s Note: View The Brick Times online for last week’s candidate profiles at micromediapubs.com.

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Proposed new inspection rules will place an u n fa i r a nd exc e s sive burden on landlords and tenants in Howell. On August 15, the Howell Township Council approved a first reading of new additions to the rules requiring inspection of rental propert ies i n t he tow n sh ip. Currently, every rental requires annual licensing with a fee of $100 paid by the landlord, with inspection required only with a change of tenancy. The new rules, if passed, would require an annual inspection and an additional fee of $50. This change to Chapter 178 will have a negative impact on both landlord and tenant. Landlords do not have access to rental premises. Inspection of a dwelling while tenant occupied is an invasion of the tenant’s privacy, and will cause

an inconvenience and possible loss of income, since inspections take place during the work week and tenants will have to provide access. If repairs are required, these will also impact tenants who will again have to provide additional access for reinspection af ter repairs a r e m a d e (w it h i n 30 days) to prevent f ines from being imposed. These new rules are an unfair added tax and a hardship on one segment of the population i n Howel l Tow n sh ip, and should not be app r ove d . I e n c o u r a g e tenants and landlords to attend the next Council meeting on October 17, and also call Council members to encourage them to veto this unfair and burdensome annual inspection. Anne Hatami Freehold

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Marines Deserve Mention In the publication of your paper on September 17, “A New Park With A Dedicated Purpose,” your article mentioned all groups and organizations that participated in the dedication with the exception of one that played the most important part in it. That was the four U.S. Marines that raised the American flag that started the ceremony, one of which was myself. We are members of the William H. Smith Detachment No. 667 United States Marine Corps League. Cpl. William Pivarnick Whiting

Hillary Is The Answer? Do you really hate your country and your kids and grandkids this much? Do you like where Obama has made your life so much better economically, financially no matter what race you are? Do you think you are better off than eight years ago? Hillary is your answer? Do you like how Hillary loves women, except the ones who slept with her husband? Wouldn’t it be great to lie about everything, enrich yourself and your mate to unimaginable wealth from foreign governments, disrespect the families of brave people who served their country and lost their lives, and to break every rule and law with the bless-

L�� T� T�� E�� ing of one political party? Hillary’s your answer? Isn’t it wonderful to see our once great countr y d isrespected by Mex ico, Russia, Syria, Korea, China and Iran with more to come? Hillary’s the answer. By now you probably have gotten the hint of who I will be voting for. If you have dreamed of living in a third world country, destroyed by radical Muslim terrorists, you won’t have to move: Hillar y is the answer. Paul R. Hueck Berkeley

Another Lying Clinton H i l la r y Cl i nt on a nd Barack Obama made sure Osa ma Bi n Laden was given a respectful burial. A burial which was equal to American military personnel. They made sure a mass murderer was given a burial at sea. Now Hillary brings forth a Muslim American soldier as a symbol of all Muslim American soldiers in service of our military. No mention of the shooting in Fort Hood, Texas, or what faction was responsible for those murders. Hillary brings forward this one Musli m A mer ica n soldier’s (hero) parents and plays down thousands of other American service men and women who also lost their lives to Muslim fanatics. Hillary wants to open her arms in acceptance of all

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Muslims including the fanatics that are woven into the fabric of the Muslim massive immigration. This immigration is throughout the world. Trump is trying to prevent the infi ltrations by the terrorists into our society. Are we so stupid to ignore Hillary’s betrayal of our country? Are we going to elect her so she can allow more legal and illegal immigration of terrorists? Life today is fi lled with fear. Our fear is multiplied at any travel depot, any gathering of Americans in the land of the free. Sporting events, houses of worship are now places of concern, our schools, our places of work, places of enter tain ment all have become a place with a fear factor that never existed prior to 9/11. We are at war with terrorists, Hillary invites the enemy with her “do anything” to get elected policy. Trump may be abrasive but he is willing to face the truth and if it hurts a few feelings in order to protect the lives of all then there is no disputing who we need as president of the United States. Neither of the Clintons ser ved in the milit ar y, neither of the Clintons made any sacrifice nor suffered any loss protecting America. Yet as a means of getting votes, they have brought forward a Gold Star Family from a war which she voted to commence. She is as shrewd as a vixen. Her campaign is as bloodthirsty as the terrorist we all now fear on a daily basis. She will let more ter rorists into our homeland so they can destroy us as they have sworn to do. Allow them to hide in plain view till the time is right to strike and decimate our people. The threat is real and Hlliary will sell us out in a flash. She had the audacity to present a Gold Star Family into her campaign. Has she forgotten her words,

“What difference does it make now, anyway?” A big difference. She has downplayed the sacrifices of all of America’s military and is now using the death of one as a political ploy. She is repulsive. How much more can we ignore? What is happening to our country? She is embracing our enemy. She is giving our country away to terrorists. She is appeasing all who demand our sovereignty and safety. Vote for the man who will protect us. Michael Meehan Toms River

Greater Protections Needed A 1984 New Jersey law requires strict standards for carcinogens prevalent i n the st ate’s d r i n k i ng water and established the Drinking Water Quality Institute (DWQI), a body of public health, technology and scientific experts, to recommend such standards to the NJ Department of Environ mental Protection Commissioner. Since its inception, DWQI was nationally recognized as a leader in establishing strong scientifically justified drinking water standards and multiple g uber nator ial ad ministrations from both parties always complied with its advice. He re i n New Je r sey, re ce nt a nd reg u la r re por ts of high levels of lead and carcinogens like hex ava le nt ch r om iu m , perchlorate, over a dozen volatile organics, radon, and PFOA in community water supplies throughout the state highlight the need for greater protections. Federal action is especially needed given Governor Christie’s repeated failure to heed the advice of his own Administration’s scientific experts. David Pringle Clean Water Action NJ Campaign Director

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee chose Chairman Michael A. Blandina to serve as the Grand Marshal for this 25th Anniversary Celebration. Several individuals including past grand marshals have made this recommendation to the search committee. After 25 years he is definitely deserving of this honor because no one has given more to the success of these events celebrating Italian Heritage and Culture. This year’s Columbus Day Parade will be held on October 9. The three-day Italian Festival began on October 7. “Every year we are faced with the difficult task of selecting one person from the many deserving candidates to serve as the ceremonial leader of our Parade and Italian Festival,” said Screening Committee Chair Phyllis Shindle. “After thoroughly reviewing and considering all the candidates this year, the screening committee felt that although several terrific nomination were submitted it was time for us to have Blandina as Grand Marshal. His leadership over the past 25 years and his community involvement, especially his ties to the Italian community through-out the county and state, stood out among this year’s nominees,” Shindle added. Blandina was born on December 13, 1963 in Englewood, New Jersey. He lived in Bergen County, New Jersey until 1970. In August of that year along with his parents Josephine, Tony and his younger sister Toni Maria they moved to Brick Township. He graduated from Brick Township High School in 1982 and Ocean County College in May of 1986. Even during his early years he was involved with community projects such as the restoration of the Gravelly Graveyard off Princeton Avenue, in Brick Township. In January of 1992 at the request of t h o se p la n n in g a p a ra de a nd It a l i a n Festival to celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus, Blandina joined the committee. For the first two years his main function was parade bands, which were participating in the parade and raising funding to pay for them. Two years later at the request of several committee members he became chairman of the parade committee, overseeing the annual parade and festival. Over the past 25 years he continually strived to make each year ’s parade and festival better than the last. He has also worked on other projects promoting Italian Heritage and Culture with the New Jersey Italian and Italian American Heritage Commission. Additionally, for the past several years

he has chaired a committee of Ocean and Monmouth County Italian American Clubs, commonly known as the Italian President’s Council. They meet five times a year and discuss current issues facing Italian Americans. “Michael stood out among this year’s nominees because of the excellence he has achieved in his career and his lifelong service to his community. Especially for his 25 years of dedicated service and effort on behalf of Ocean Counties Columbus Day Parade and Italian Festival. Additionally, for his involvement within the Italian Community throughout the state,” said Paul Perillo, another screening committee member. “We are confident that this extraordinary man will uphold the fine tradition established by his predecessors. I am looking forward to having Michael lead our 25th anniversary celebration as Grand Marshal.” Blandina’s community involvement included working for the Township of Brick. From December 1983 until June of 2007 he worked in several capacities as requested by the Township’s Administration. Those positions included as a Special Police Officer, Communications Operator, positions within the Tax Assessor’s Office and positions within the Township’s Administration Department. In 2007 he was appointed by the State of New Jersey, Manager of the MVC office located in Lakewood, where he served until November of 2010. Upon leaving that position he started a business dealing with Party Planning and Events. That business known as Total Package Party Planning and Events LLC, is still in operation today. Over the years he has been an active member of the Ocean County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Committee, The Jersey Shore Boy Scouts Council Committee for “The Good Turn Award”, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Awards Reception Committee, Brick Township Municipal Alliance Committee and Alcohol Drug Abuse and Youth Services, Brick Lions Club and Brick Township Property Maintenance Board. Even though Blandina doesn’t still serve on all of the above committees they still hold special place in his heart and represent his contributions to the community. For his contributions Blandina has been recognized and honored over the years by the Columbia Civic League, Heritage Festival Ball Committee, Brick UNICO Chapter and most recently in 2014 by the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce as “Distinguished Community Partner.”

Psychic Night BRICK – The AAUW Northern Ocean County Branch is hosting a Psychic Night, featuring the psychics from Charmed in Company on October 27 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at BrandyWine at The Gables, 515 Jack Martin Blvd.

Readings are $20 for 15 minutes to raise money for scholarships for women. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. To schedule a reading in advance, call 732-836-1400.

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Brick Chamber To Hold Chamberfest

BRICK – The Brick Township Chamber of Commerce will be holding its annual event Chamberfest. The event, which is also their annual meeting with election of the 2017 Board of Directors, will take place at the River Rock Restaurant & Marina Bar at 1600 Route 70 on October 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. All attendees are encouraged to bring a plentiful supply of business cards, as networking is an important feature of the evening. Special thanks to Kearny Bank, exclusive sponsor of this year’s event. In addition to networking, there will be refreshments, introduction of new members and information about the organization’s free advertising programs and other benefits of

membership. Members will be showcasing their businesses with displays and adding excitement to the evening will be the drawing of the winner of the $10,000 (based on the sale of 200 tickets) Dream Dollars Raffle. The raffle raises money for scholarships for deserving students. This year the organization awarded over $20,000 for continuing education. A limited number of the raffle tickets are still available for purchase; please call 732-4774949 if interested or for more information. The cost to attend this program is $15 for members and $25 for not-yet members for those registered. For reservations, call the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce at 732-477-4949.

Osbornville Baptist Church Soup Kitchen

BRICK – The Osbornville Baptist Church hosts a soup kitchen, Sharing Bread Soup Kitchen, every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at 366 Drum Point Rd. All are welcome to come and join us at the Soup Kitchen no matter what situations they are in.

Donations are taken year round. They are in need of broth, vegetables, stew, chili, hash browns, fruit, rice, noodles, spices, bar soap, paper goods and dry mixed drinks such as teas or punch. For more information, visit obcnj.org/ soup-kitchen.html.

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Brick’s Role In The Story Of Shrewsbury

BRICK – Rich Geffken of Farmingdale will present “The Story of Shrewsbury Revisited, 1965-2015” at the Brick Historical Society November 15 meeting at 7:30 p.m. at Herbertsville Firehouse, 601 Herbertsville Rd. Brick was incorporated in 1850 from portions of Dover and Howell. The latter two

were originally part of Shrewsbury. This presentation will explain how these partitions and separations led to Brick Township. For more information about the Brick Township History Society, visit bricktwphistoricalsociety. com.

Fall Bunco Party

POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The Women’s Club of Point Pleasant Beach will host a Fall Bunco Party at 6 p.m. on October 13 at 513 St. Louis Ave. Ticket are $20 and must be purchased in advance. Guests must be 21 years old and

older. The tickets include a box dinner. BYOB. There will be general prizes, game prizes, a 50/50 raffle and more. For more information, contact MaryAnne Giordano at 732-295-8213.

Brick Garden Club

BRICK – The next Brick Garden Club meeting will be held on October 10 at 7 p.m. at the Bob Anstett Cultural Arts Center, 515 Herbertsville Rd. Guest speakers will be club members Sue McDougall and Marcia St. John, who will be

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A Focus On Nesting Birds, Turtles In Ocean County

By Daniel Nee There’s both good news and reason for concern when it comes to wildlife in southern Ocean County. It has been an “excellent” breeding year for beach nesting birds, but increased traffic have put terrapins at risk on a local roadway. The birds and terrapins are both the subjects of projects for the Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey, which has had success with preservation programs statewide, and is adding more local partners in Ocean County. Its nesting bird program, which often focuses on Long Beach Island beaches, has seen a banner year, according to Todd Pover, Beach Nesting Bird Project Manager for the organization. “The trends are clear,” he said, pointing to figures that are up from a year ago. For the 2016 nesting season, which peaked in August, there were 115 pairs of piping plovers statewide, up from 108 last year – the second consecutive increase after a record low 92 pairs were tracked in 2014. “The really good news is our productivity this year – close to a statewide record at 1.37 chicks fledged per pairs – puts us in the position to continue our population increase,” said Pover. The increased numbers mean the plover population could produce new breeding pairs in the next few years, Pover said. The population of Least terns and black skimmers were good this year in Holgate, one of the largest colonies of the species in the state, and made up for a downturn in population in Monmouth County. Though the numbers are difficult to track due to their tendency to nest deep in marshlands, signs indicate the American oystercatcher population is also doing well, Pover said. While the nesting bird population is increasing, the foundation is also working on protecting the northern diamondback terrapin population along Great Bay

Boulevard – also known as Seven Bridges Road – in Tuckerton. “Unfortunately, Great Bay Boulevard lacks a formal speed limit and mortality rates as a result of vehicle collisions are just one of the dangers the terrapin face,” said Corrine Henn, communications coordinator for Conserve Wildlife. Hundreds of terrapins cross the road each year looking for suitable nesting sites in the marshes on either side, Henn said. “From what I’ve seen and experienced from the beginning of this project is that many more people are more aware of terrapins on the road,” said Habitat Program Manager, Ben Wurst. “It is critical to have the support of the local community as they are the ones who frequent the area the most and can really play a huge role in their long term conservation.” In recent months, the Great Bay Terrapin Project has seen success in combatting kill rates along the road. The organization has started tracking and “notching” terrapins so they can be recaptured to ensure their health. The project has also led to new signs being posted along the road and fencing installed on busy sections to prevent the terrapins from crossing. There has also been an effort by volunteers to physically look after the species. “Our volunteers conduct road patrols to collect data on terrapins that are encountered on road and also help ensure that they cross safely,” said Henn. This summer, the project received a boost from Absolutely Fish, an aquarium maintenance company that also has an education and conservation mission. The company donated $5,000 to keep the preservation effort alive. The money was raised after the company hosted a live terrapin in their store. “People come into the store specifically to see her and are generally much more willing to help, donate, or take information when we have a terrapin in store,” said Jennifer Ruivo of Absolutely Fish. The full tally of the area’s terrapin population is expected to be announced this fall.

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Ocean Ride Recognized As Outstanding System Of The Year

OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean Ride, Ocean County’s public transportation system, has been recognized as the 2016 Outstanding System of the Year by the New Jersey Council on Special Transportation (NJ COST) a statewide advocacy association formed in 1981 to provide information and support for community based transit services. Director David Fitzgerald noted that Ocean

Ride is on the forefront of County transportation services in New Jersey. “Ocean Ride’s ability to serve older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing critical services in assisting residents seeking to remain independent is unmatched statewide,” Fitzgerald said. In 2015, Ocean Ride provided 313,167 trips.

Ocean Ride is funded in part by a grant from NJ Transit under the Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program, which revenues are derived from casino revenues. In an effort to maximize its funding, Ocean County has made important upgrades to its transportation software system, including new on board tablets in the vehicles making

it more efficient for drivers and more helpful for its ridership. In addition the department continues to monitor all service levels for efficiencies. The county’s contribution for the service accounts for roughly $2.9 million, which represents more than 53 percent of Ocean Ride’s total budget. Ocean Ride began in 1977 with four vehicles and four drivers. Ocean Ride system has expanded to include a transit fleet of 72 vehicles and 62 full-time and part-time drivers.

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American Stroke Association Urges Empowerment During National Hispanic Heritage Month

NEW JERSEY – Each year Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, celebrating the culture, contributions and history of Latinos. The American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, empowers Latinos to take time during this celebration to learn about—and take action to reduce—their personal risk factors for stroke, the No. 5 leading cause of death. Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so it begins to die. The American Stroke Association notes that an estimated 80 percent of strokes may be prevented if people started taking better care of themselves. This includes making healthy lifestyle choices like eating better and moving more. While some stroke risk factors can’t be helped, like family history, race or age, most can be modified, treated or controlled, including obesity, smoking, uncontrolled blood pressure and high cholesterol. Hispanics have a different prevalence of risk factors for stroke. Over 75 percent Hispanics, age 20 and older, are considered overweight or obese while nearly 30 percent of Hispanics suffer from diabetes. Studies suggest that many Hispanics do not get the recommended amount of physical activity needed to live a healthy life.

While great advancements have been made, the work is not done when it comes to disparity in patient care. Distrust of law enforcement, language barriers, lack of awareness and financial concerns are the major barriers keeping many Latinos and others from calling 911 for help during a heart or stroke emergency. In fact, Hispanic women are less likely than others to know the warning signs of a heart attack or stroke, and Hispanic men are the least likely to use emergency medical services transport (EMS), which are primary factors in increasing survival rates. Through the American Heart Association’s scientific research, the EmPowered To Serve movement and the efforts of passionate volunteers, Latinos—the largest growing population in the U.S. at 56.6 million—have better access to culturally-relevant resources to prevent heart disease and stroke and are positively impacting health outcomes in their communities for generations and celebrations to come. The American Stroke Association recommends setting up an appointment with your doctor to discuss ways to lower the risk for cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association\American Stroke Association also provides a free online resource called My Life Check which provides a personal assessment for the risk of stroke and offers suggestions on tips to reduce these risk. This free assessment is available in English at mylifecheck.org or in Spanish at marcando7pasos.org/

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HeRe’s to youR HeALtH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. I’m interested in politics and what our nominees are taking because it gives me a glimpse into their overall health. By looking at their medication, it’s like a ‘crystal ball’ and I can see the future and potential diseases they might get due to the drug mugging effect. If you don’t put back what medication ‘steals’ you could develop “diseases” that you don’t really have, diseases that are just simply due to vitamin or mineral deficiencies. I have a more comprehensive version of this article at suzycohen.com. In alphabetical order: Clinton, Hillary. The Democratic nominee, Senator Clinton has recently had some coughing spells due to pneumonia. She takes Armour Thyroid which is for hypothyroidism. The Levaquin she takes is temporary, as well as Clarinex, used for her respiratory infection. Coumadin, used for blood thinning or A-fib is taken daily and known generically as warfarin. If I was having dinner with Senator Clinton, I would not let her order anything with avocados or onions because there are clinically significant interactions with her warfarin. I wouldn’t let her drink grapefruit juice because it could spike the warfarin. Armour Thyroid should be taken first thing in the morning, upon arising. If milk or cream (with coffee) is desired, these calcium-containing foods should be separated two hours away from her thyroid medicine. Selenium could be helpful for her, as it improves thyroid hormone activation, plus it’s a strong antioxidant so it should reduce risk for future infections. The warfarin she takes is an anticoagulant sometimes used for A-fib. It’s a strong drug mugger of vitamin K (causing deficiency), however, she should not supplement with K

because it inactivates her medication. As for her Levaquin (levofloxacin), she risks harmful (and possibly irreversible) tendon or nerve damage. She needs probiotics because this improves thyroid hormone by 20 percent, plus reduces risk for stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation and immune dysregulation from the antibiotic. Because she’s under stress, and has low thyroid, I’d recommend Ashwagandha for her, taken at bedtime for restful sleep. Trump, Donald. The Republican nominee takes “rosuvastatin,” which goes by the brand name Crestor in the United States. His physician, Dr. Bornstein has stated that Mr. Trump takes low-dose aspirin, which is typically used for blood thinning. Statins are very strong ‘drug muggers’ of CoQ10, selenium and Vitamin D as well as other nutrients. Over time, the nutrient depletions could cause memory problems, leg cramps, muscle aches, weakness, erectile dysfunction, shortness of breath or heart arrhythmias. A deficiency of selenium could lead to reduced thyroid hormone. A deficiency of Vitamin D could impair immunity. I would like to see Mr. Trump manage cholesterol with fish oils and exercise, not statins. Aspirin could mildly deplete his vitamin C, iron, folate, and potassium levels resulting in fatigue, shortness of breath, pale skin, and methylation impairment. If I was to have dinner with Mr. Trump, I would never agree to eat fast food with him, even though he loves this nutritionally naked food. In light of his diet, I would suggest Magnesium L-threonate at bedtime, perhaps 200 mg which supports a healthy mood, muscular function and restful sleep.

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LAKEHURST – The Navy Lakehurst Historical Society is currently taking ticket orders for the 80th Anniversary Memorial Dinner to remember the Hindenburg. The event will be held May 5 at the Clarion Hotel, Rt 37 in Toms River. A cocktail hour will be held at 6 p.m., cash bar only. At 7 p.m. dinner will be served. Tickets cost $50. A group rate has been arranged for guests

coming from outside the area. Ask for the Hindenburg Package which includes a free full breakfast. To book that package, visit clarionhoteltomsriver.com. To purchase tickets, send a check to NLHS, P.O. Box 328, Lakehurst, NJ 07533. The annual on-site memorial service will be held May 6. More details will become available closer to the date. For more information about NLHS, visit nlhs.com.

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TOMS RIVER – The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore will host a Career College Night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on October 19 at1405 Old Freehold Rd. The event costs $5 per girl, is open to the public and is intended to provide girls in grades 6 through 12 with opportunities to learn about career opportunities not have considered before and connect with young women in various

career fields from the community. They will have chances to speak to admissions representatives from local colleges and universities, including Georgian Court University, Rowan University, Ocean County College, Brookdale Community College and others. Register online by October 18 at jerseyshoregirlscouts.org/career.

Veterans Memorial Dinner, Dance and Auction

NEW JERSEY – The Veterans Memorial Garden will be hosting its third annual Dinner/Dance/Gift Auction from 7 to 11 p.m. on October 15 at the AMVETS Post No. 2, 1290 Toms River Rd., in Jackson. Tickets are $35 and include food, soda and beer for the night.

As always, proceeds go directly to the continuation of adding to the Veterans Memorial Garden. For more information and to purchase tickets, email info@jacksonvetsmemorial.com. Visit jacksonvetsmemorial.com to learn more about the Memorial.

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OCPO Growing A Program By Planting The Seeds Of Recovery

OCEAN COUNTY – A therapeutic ga rden at Vet work has been spea rheaded by a participant in the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Veterans Diversion Program. The Veterans Diversion Program encourages volunteer efforts for participants as part of the recovery process from post-traumatic stress connected to their ser vice. Anthony Crincoli, a veteran who has been in the program for over a year, has worked with Vetwork, Ocean Mental Health Services, Lacey Township and members of the community to make the garden a reality. The garden will be a place where fresh produce is grown and where veterans and community volunteers can work together on a project that will yield

fresh food to vulnerable veterans in Ocean County. The therapeutic garden sits behind the “Warden House” histor ic buildi ng where Vet work is located, nestled bet ween the bocce courts and the parking lot. Donations were solicited by Crincoli via a Facebook page with several members of the community providing donations. Vetwork has always had a food pantry with packaged and canned goods, but now will have the addition of fresh produce, like tomatoes, peppers and squash to offer its clients. Vet work was star ted in the 1980s to offer services to area veterans including, but not limited to, benef its assistance, substance abuse referrals, housing opportunities and legal aid.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Call Lacey Courier & Transportation Company for a free ride to the polls on Election Day on November 8. Transportation to and from designated polling places is free. This is a free public service since 1992 that has provided transportation for presidential elections only. A dispatcher will arrange the ride with at least two riders for each trip. Vehicles

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TOMS RIVER – Looking to attend college but don’t know how to pay for tuition? Ocean County College is offering O.P.E.N. Workshops (Opening Pathways to Education Now), held on October 22 10 a.m. to noon in Rooms 203 and 205, Tech nolog y Building, Main Campus. The workshop is free but registration is required: go.ocean.edu/events. Sessions are designed to assist parents and students in completing the FAFSA

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cently Ralph Siegel, a licensed battlefield guide at Gettysburg, talked about the National Cemetery history. Events are free and open to the public. Meetings are often held in Room 302 of Bartlett Hall on the campus. Call 732-528-5387 for more information.

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LAKEHURST – The Navy Lakehurst Historical Society will hold its general meeting at 7 p.m. on October 12 at the Cathedral of the Air, 2494 S Hope Chapel Rd.

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Ocean County Distributes Recycling Revenue To Towns

OCEA N COU NT Y – W hile some markets are seeing a steady decline in the sale of recyclables, Ocean County continues to make every effort to return a portion of recycling revenues to its participating municipalities. “We are returning almost $100,000 to our municipalities for materials recycled during the first half of 2016,” said Free-

holder Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the county’s recycling program. Under the Ocean County Recycling Revenue Sharing Program, municipalities are provided a portion of the recycling revenues based on the amount recycled and the market price of the material. During the first half of 2016, Ocean County collected 37,883 tons of recycla-

bles from its municipalities. The payout for the period was $2.57 per ton. As a result of these recycling efforts, municipalities collectively saved $2.7 million in the first half of 2016 by not dumping those materials in the landfill where they would have to pay a tipping fee, said the freeholders. Little noted that since Ocean County

began the Recycling Revenue Sharing program in 1995, the County has returned more than $15 million to its municipalities. The amount returned to the towns, under the revenue sharing program is based on the amount of recyclables collected and brought to the County and the price per commodity in the current market. “These prices change all the time,” Little said. “And even though we have seen a decline in the average price of many of the commodities we recycle, we are still able to return money to our towns.” For instance, tin cans are down $34 per ton to $98 per ton, aluminum has seen a decline of $163 per ton and some plastics have decreased by as much as $140 per ton in comparison to the same period in 2015 when the payout per ton was $6.56. Little said towns can use the money as needed although many invest it back into the recycling program. The largest recycling revenue sharing checks will go to Lakewood, Toms River and Brick townships. “And, while these are the county’s largest municipalities, I applaud all of our towns, even the smallest, for their ongoing recycling efforts,” Little said. The towns and the amounts they are scheduled to receive a re: Ba r negat Township, $3,330; Barnegat Light, $220; Bay Head, $218; Beach Haven, $667; Beachwood, $1,193; Berkeley Township, $5,387; Brick Township, $12,068; Eagleswood Township, $312; Harvey Cedars, $181; Island Heights, $284; Jackson Township, $6,307; Lacey Township, $4,692; Lakehurst, $318 and Lakewood Township, $18,214. Also, Lavallet te, $537; Lit tle Egg Harbor Township, $3,701; Long Beach Township, $1,413; Manchester Township, $3,246; Mantoloking, $74; Ocean Township, $1,033; Ocean Gate, $246; Pine Beach, $295; Plumsted Township, $718; Point Pleasant Beach, $1,143; Point Pleasant Borough, $3,697; Seaside Heights, $652; Seaside Park, $494; Ship Bottom, $485; South Toms River, $395; Stafford Township, $7,331; Surf City, $498; Toms River Township, $17,206; and Tuckerton, $791.

Fall Flea Market

ALLAIRE – Historic Allaire Village will host its Fall Flea Market from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 8. Hunt for hidden treasures amid furniture, books, art work, bottles, knick knacks, and so much more. Admission is $1 for adults, children and members of the Historic Village at Allaire are free. Members must present their membership card. The village, General Store, and Bakery are open as well. The rain date is October 16. Vendor Spaces are available for $30 registration, $35 week of event. For vendor information, call 732-919-3500. The Historic Village at Allaire is located at 4263 Atlantic Ave., Farmingdale.

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MacArthur Hosts Brie�ing On Opioid Epidemic

NEW JERSEY – Congressman Tom MacArthur hosted a heroin and opioid epidemic briefing via conference call with Bu rling ton Cou nt y Prosecutor Robert Bernardi, Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph Coronato and local elected officials and first responders from New Jersey’s Third Congressional District. New Jersey’s heroin overdose death rate is triple the soaring U.S. rate Overall, dr ug overdoses now cause more deaths than car crashes, with opioids like OxyContin and other pain medications killing 44 people a day. Since 2010 there have been 184,038 people admitted to New Jersey substance abuse treatment facilities for heroin and opioid abuse There are f ive counties, including Ocean, where the heroin death rate exceeds the number of treatment beds available per 100,000 people. Ocean County accounts for 13 percent (3,688) of people in New Jersey admitted for heroin or opioid treatment MacArthur joined the Bipartisan Task Force to Combat the Heroin Epidemic to unite behind the effort to take strong, immediate action on this crisis. MacArthur released a Resource Guide for Families Impacted by Heroin and Opioid Epidemic in South Jersey – this information is in Congressman MacArthur’s offices and online. MacArthur was one of the leaders in the House to pass the bipar tisan, bicameral legislation that was recently signed into law by the President called the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act. This legislation provides additional support to state and local government and law enforcement. It creates an interagency taskforce that can review and modify best practices for the treatment of pain. This is essential, we know that prescription painkillers are a gateway for many into heroin addiction and we need better best practice standards for our medical professionals. It strengthens treatment programs for pregnant and postpartum women and their children. It expands the availability of overdose reve r sal d r ugs to law en forcement agencies and other first responders to help save lives. MacArthur led the request for additional funding for the Substance Abuse Block G r a nt prog r a m. Pa r t of t h is

11th Annual Great Imitator Fundraiser POINT PLEASANT BEACH - The John Drulle Memorial Lyme Fund, Inc. is having its 11th Annual Great Imitator Fundraiser at Jenkinsons Pavilion in Point Pleasant Beach on October 23 from 1 to 6 p.m. For more infor mation and tickets, visit jdmlf.org.

program makes sure funds are made available to acquire and distribute naloxone, the opioid antagonist capable of reversing the fatal effects of an opioid overdose. “The face of addiction has changed, and our communities need to join together to help individuals and families struggling with this growing epidemic,” s a id Ma cA r t hu r. “ P rose c ut or s Bernardi and Coronato are doing an outstanding job at the local level to combat this very real crisis. Our first responders and elected off icials are facing this each day and I am dedicated to working with the families and communities in South Jersey to fight this epidemic, and win. Chances are, you may know someone engaged in a fight for their life right now—a fight you may not even know is happening—and our team in South Jersey is hard at work to end this epidemic once and for all.”

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Get Spooky With Philharmonic Concert

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Garden State Philharmonic invites audiences to celebrate the holiday of haunts with the professional orchestra and Fright Night at the Phil, the second Series concert of its 61st season on October 29 at 7:30 p.m. at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College in Toms River. Get ready for the season of witches, ghouls and goblins with the music that has set the stage for all things that go bump in the night. Music selections will draw from the contemporary works of Williams (Harry Potter), as well as the legendary classics of Chadwick, Grieg and Berlioz among others. Full-price tickets range from $12 to $48, with reduced fixed rates for senior citizens, students, and groups of 10 or more. Pre-season subscription packages continue to be available with a 10 percent discount off standard ticket rates. For senior citizens living in adult communities throughout Ocean County, ask about the GSP’s ConcertRide Transportation program when calling. The Professional Orchestra Series is sponsored, in part, by Investors Bank and

the Investors Foundation. ConcertRide for the 61st season is made possible, in part, by a grant from OceanFirst Foundation. Call 732255-0460 or visit GardenStatePhilharmonic. org for tickets. In compiling this pre-Halloween concert, Maestro Anthony LaGruth of the Garden State Philharmonic explored the expanse of orchestral music to select material that would speak to audiences of many ages. Fright Night at the Phil will draw from the repertoire of composers, past and present, who could easily be considered the Maestros of Halloween. Audiences will enjoy: Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D, Chadwick’s Hobgoblin, SaintSaëns’ Danse Macabre, Williams’ Harry Potter, Grieg’s Hall of the Mountain King, Humperdinck’s Witch’s Ride, Mussorgski’s Night on Bald Mountain and Berlioz’s Symphony Fantastique IV, V. As a special reward to audience members who attend the October 29 concert in costume, three audience members will be chosen to receive free tickets to future concerts. Call 732-255-0460 or visit GardenStatePhilharmonic.org for tickets.

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BRICK – The Brick branch of the Ocean County Library hosts an English Conversation meet-up at 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Improve your English conversational

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

When You Find Your Medicine You Take What You Can Get Dear Readers As you know my usual format is to pick and choose from my inbox and bring to you letters that I think will be most interesting. This week I will deviate from my norm by generalizing. I receive so much mail regarding the following, I feel that I am answering many letters at once. I’ve received hundreds of letters over the last year similar to this. People either personally or through a relative are being given wrong medications or incorrect dosages of medications that they were or were not prescribed. Throughout the healthcare world, of which I am very familiar, this is known as a “med error.” Although it does happen in hospitals and other places that healthcare is delivered, it is most common in your own home. People who take care of themselves often double up, skip, or substitute older medications. As you know by now, I am president of Preferred Home Health Care. One of the rules in home healthcare is that a registered nurse must prepare medication. Most people, however, do not need a nurse to pour their medication. Here are a few tips to help prevent any problems for those who are taking their medications by themselves. 1. Line up every medication that you should be taking. 2. Look for the following things: Your name (don’t laugh; it happens), the doctors’ names, the dosage and daily prescription. 3. Do not take your medication out of a

bottle day by day. Instead prepare a week of medication. I prefer not to use a day and night box that is built as one. I do recommend that you color code two kits, one for day and one for night. Yellow or light blue works well for morning and a deeper color to represent night. For those who need to take medications more than twice a day, adjust the above by buying three or four individual set ups. It’s bulkier but safer. For those who are on a limited budget, you can use egg cartons from the supermarket (not my favorite choice but it does work.) If you can, have someone in the house review what you have done. Once again, an RN would be great, but not always practical. I like setting up medication on Sundays if possible. Take all the bottles and put them away so that you don’t accidentally reach into the bottle out of habit. This will prevent accidental double ups. Prepare a list, and keep it on your person or somewhere visible should an emergency occur. Stay safe and healthy. Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio.com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM

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OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County College is hosting bus trip to Times Square on October 16 for a Diwali Festival. The bus leaves at 9 a.m. from OCC parking lot 2 and will leave from Times Square at 6 p.m. The cost for transportation is $10 for students, $16 for faculty, staff, and alumni, and $18 for guests. Diwali is the most popular and widely celebrated events among Asian-Indians. Known globally as The Festival of Lights, Diwali marks the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance. People everywhere light clay lamps, candles, fi reworks, lanterns and bonfi res to illuminate the holiday. Diwali is a time fi lled with light and love, symbolizing new beginnings, new endeavors and an opportunity to renew

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Advanced Medical Weight Loss & Esthetics

By Robert Verderese Choosing the right diet these days is a nearly impossible task. There are countless diets to choose from and most make inflated claims of success. Some can even be dangerous. At Advanced Medical Weight Loss & Esthetics (AMWL)—a medically supervised weight loss program—Hitesh B. Patel, MD, and his staff offer safe solutions along with the most advanced treatments to help you succeed with your weight loss goals. Utilizing diet, exercise, meal replacements, nutritional supplements and education, the all-inclusive approach of AMWL is an effective weight loss program for all those who have tried losing weight but have found nothing that has worked. A board-certified physician in obesity medicine and internal medicine, Dr. Patel presides over the program offered by AMWL in Brick, New Jersey. He completed his undergraduate at Loyola University of Chicago and then attained his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Patel completed an internal medicine residency at St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center in New York. He treats obese patients with other medical illnesses and specializes in obesity medicine. “There are many health benefits associated with losing weight as we all know. It will help improve blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, arthritis, among other ailments. Many patients have been on various diets and exercise programs in the past to lose weight but have regained the weight loss. My program is different from others,” says Dr. Patel. So what makes AMWL different from other weight loss programs? Well, for starters, the program is

multifactorial in nature. One of the most important components of AMWL is Dr. Patel’s emphasis on patient education. “I believe the more people know about obesity and in particular the reasons contributing to their own obesity, the more apt patients are to lose weight and keep the weight off,” says Dr. Patel. At AMWL, Dr. Patel, along with his staff, provide weekly educational sessions focusing on life-style modifications. “People should focus on making lifestyle changes—sometimes even small ones, like cutting down on the sugar in coffee—to reduce their overall calorie intake. While these changes might not lead to drastic amounts of weight loss in short periods, they can produce healthy, gradual weight loss that will counter the natural tendency for people to gain weight as they age,” Dr. Patel explains. The importance of eating awareness as it relates to the program at AMWL cannot be overstated. Substantiated by scientific research, lifestyle modification through diet is essential to the success of any weight-loss program and is why it is on the front line of defense when it comes to weight-loss. Even small changes in your diet can help you lose weight. For instance, Dr. Patel explains it in the following way: “Just replacing an unhealthy snack everyday with fruits and vegetables, or eliminating an evening snack, can result in weight loss.” AMWL not only focuses on what types of foods their patients eat but more broadly, their relationship to food. Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you eat when you’re stressed? “The main times people eat when they don’t need calories are when they’re angry, lonely, sad or bored,” Dr. Patel says. “What

Pictured are (above) Dr. Hitesh B. Patel and (right) Julie Egbert, who is the Program Coordinator at the office. really works best for long-term weight control is a behavioral program to address unhealthy eating habits.” With support from his staff, Dr. Patel provides compassionate care for his patients, discussing both their achievements and difﬁculties. By speaking to patients caringly and working with them as partners, AMWL is dedicated to helping patients improve their health and overall well-being. Physical activity also ﬁgures prominently at AMWL. “Exercise is an important addition to diet, as it boosts metabolism and increases weight-loss. Physical activity is particularly important in helping maintain weight-loss long-term,” explains Dr. Patel. The exercise program at AMWL does not simply consist of some generic regimen—such as taking a walk after diner or going

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to the gym X-amount of times a week—but rather is speciﬁcally tailored to each individual based on a comprehensive physical exam, including monitoring vital signs, performing an EKG test, and examining the medical history of each patient. By creating an exercise program custom-ﬁtted to each patient’s individual needs, based on their overall health and weight-loss goals, AMWL offers patients an excellent way to lose weight that is as safe as it is effective. Being committed to the most state-of-the-art technology in weight loss, AMWL houses the InBody 570—a body composition analyzing maused to determine Brick. chine a patient’s muscle mass versus fat mass ratio. “Many of us become obsessed with the number on the scale and think it is the most important indicator of our health and physical changes to our body. This is not true. Jumping on the scale simply tells us the total mass of all our tissue’s combined. What is important is the composition of our weight, that is: how much of our body is composed of fat versus lean body mass,” Dr. Pa-

tel explains. By using the InBody 570, Dr. Patel is able to track his patient’s body composition and thereby provide them with the most accurate assessments of their health and effectiveness of their training regimen. So come join Advanced Medical Weight Loss & Esthetics and jumpstart your weight-loss journey today! As an all-inclusive weight-loss program, you will have all the tools and latest treatments available to help you lose weight and ﬁnally be the person you were meant to be! “My ultimate goal for my patients is to build on personal satisfaction and inherent value of sustaining a healthy weight and to turn learned behaviors into established habits,” says Dr. Patel. For more information, call today for a special introductory offer at 732- 458-SLIM (7546) or visit their Web Site at medicalweightloss-nj.com. The office, located at 1631 Route 88W, Suite B, in Brick, NJ 08724, is open Monday, Tuesday and Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and on Wednesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The ofﬁ ce is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week ofOctober 8 - October 14 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Curb your enthusiasm. You think on your feet, but could be swept away by someone else’s love of adventure. Partners or companions may be prone to taking risks or overdoing something in the week to come. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Seek those who are cheerful are charming. Social activities and finding fun things to share with a congenial companion might become a major focus. You may grow closer to the ones you love as the week unfolds. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Listen and learn. You are in the process of developing better ways to receive useful feedback. The method by which you form opinions may shift in the week ahead as you become more aware of more enriching ideas. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your friends may start the trends. In order to keep up with your social circle you might gravitate toward the latest fashions or the most popular music. In the week ahead control your finances and avoid temptations. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Wave the shiny objects. Distract people from your deficits by showing off your assets in the week ahead. If you act quickly you can create lasting improvements in your work environment or begin a new set of healthy habits. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): End the urge that edges toward extravagance. In the week to come you might be overly enthusiastic about purchases and spend more than you should. Tighten up the purse strings and steer clear of roulette wheels.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you show how bright you are you can light the way for others. You can set a good example by adhering to the finest principles. This week your good judgment may be brought into play when people ask you for advice. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your forbearance with family may be finite. As this week unfolds there could be misunderstandings with a family member because you are blind to the logic of someone’s ideas. Hold off on starting home improvements. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your past experiences have equipped you with well-tailored skills that are appropriate for building a better future. Dig into your bag of tricks in the week ahead to overcome small problems and annoyances. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The more the merrier is your motto. In the week to come your desires are fueled by an eagerness that almost seems like a renewable resource. You are so optimistic that you might ignore a few crucial details. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Pursue enrichment without extra embellishments. As this week unfolds you may strengthen your financial position with a view towards long term growth. Grow closer to a loved one by discussing shared philosophies. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may milk the cow until it is dry. If you do be sure the optics are good because someone may report you for unkindness to animals. In the week ahead fight off an urge to overspend or to go to extremes of behavior.

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It always interests me to hear people talk about the latest food trends. While my team of chefs and I do keep our eyes, ears and mouths open for exciting new things, I also try to remember the truth to be found in the word “trend” itself. It comes from an old German word meaning “to turn or revolve,” which reminds us that trends are cyclical. So not only will what is new today become old tomorrow, but also old things can suddenly seem new and exciting again. I see that phenomenon happening with many of my most popular dishes, from chicken potpies to goulash to butterscotch pudding. And it certainly is true of a recipe I’d like to share for clams casino. This recipe for fresh clams that are first steamed and then baked on the half-shell with a flavorful filling originated 99 years ago in a Rhode Island restaurant called the Little Casino. Its popularity quickly spread, especially to family-style Italian restaurants. Today, I see clams casino booming again, particularly paired with the retro cocktails that have become so popular. As my description of clams casino’s basics may suggest, the recipe offers lots of room for interpretation. My own version aims to provide an exciting, well-rounded combination of tastes, aromas, textures and colors to complement the fresh clams you’ll find in markets now through winter and spring. The clams themselves, of course, are the start. I like to use the Littleneck or Cherrystone varieties, which I buy fresh from reputable seafood shops or departments. Make sure the shellfish are closed and smell fresh, and keep them loosely covered and well-chilled in the refrigerator before cooking the day you buy them. Scrub them thoroughly under cold running water before cooking. I first steam the clams open with white wine and vermouth, which add wonderful flavor to the shellfish and the juices they give off. (Discard any that don’t open.) Once they’ve cooled a bit, I remove the top shells, loosen the bottom meat with a teaspoon, and nestle the half-shells with the meat on a bed of coarse kosher salt in a baking tray. My filling combines crispy bacon with sauteed, diced shallot and bell pepper, some of the clam cooking juices, coarse breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan, a dash of Basque Espelette pepper or cayenne, and lots of fresh herbs. As the final step, I bake the clams in a hot oven just until the filling forms a deep golden-brown crust. Serve the dish with your favorite cocktails or a glass of crisp, cold white wine. You and your guests will feel wonderfully retro - and right on the cutting edge of a hot culinary trend!

CLAMS CASINO Serves 4

1/2 cup (125 mL) dry white wine 1/2 cup (125 mL) dry vermouth 1 sprig fresh oregano Pinch crushed red pepper flakes 20 fresh clams, such as Littleneck or Cherrystone, scrubbed clean under cold running water 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 slices applewood-smoked bacon 1/2 cup (125 mL) finely chopped shallots 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1/2 cup (125 mL) finely diced red bell pepper(s) Pinch Espelette pepper or cayenne pepper 3/4 to 1 cup (185 to 250 mL) coarse dry breadcrumbs, such as panko 1/4 to 1/2 cup (60 to 125 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped fresh herbs such as Italian parsley, chives and tarragon, plus extra for garnish Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 large lemon, cut into 6 wedges In a large pot, combine the wine, vermouth, oregano and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add the clams. Cover and cook until the clams open, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat. Uncover and leave to cool. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and saute until crisp. With a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Pour off some of the fat, leaving a thin, even coating in the skillet. Add the shallots and butter and saute until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the bell pepper and saute briefly. Add 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup (125 mL to 185 mL) of the clam cooking juices to the skillet. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the bacon. Transfer to a bowl to cool. Stir in the Espelette pepper or cayenne, most of the breadcrumbs and Parmesan, the chopped herbs, 1 to 2 tablespoons more olive oil, and salt and pepper, adding more of the crumbs, Parmesan, and oil to achieve a light yet firm and moist consistency. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a 1/4inch (6-mm) layer of kosher salt. One clam at a time, twist off and discard the top shells. With a teaspoon, detach the meat from the bottom shell. With the spoon, mound and pack the filling over the clam meat in each shell half. Nestle in the salt. Position a rack at the top of the oven and preheat to 500 F. Bake the clams until the filling is heated through, crisp, and golden-brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Garnish with lemon wedges, sprinkle herbs over the clams and serve. For a more impressive presentation, spread a 1/4-inch (6-mm) layer of kosher salt on a serving platter large enough to hold all the clams. Then carefully nestle the clams in the salt before garnishing with the lemon wedges and herbs.

(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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