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TWO VIE FOR WARD 2 COUNCIL SEAT
Kevin Geoghegan
Daniel Rodrick
–Photos provided by candidates The Ward 2 council seat race is between Councilman Kevin Geoghegan, a Republican, and Democratic Challenger Daniel Rodrick. By Courtney McCann TOMS RIVER – An appointed councilman and a returning challenger will vie for a Ward 2
seat on the township council on Election Day. Incumbent Republican Kevin Geoghegan of Daisy Road is fac-
Questions Raised About Drinking Water Safety
By Jennifer Peacock and Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – He walks Manchester town hall with a cup in his hand. It’s not filled with electrolyte-infused designer water or Hawaiian volcanic water or even the water bottled in Maine. No, Manchester Public Works director Al Yodakis fills his cup from the municipal water fountains that dot town hall’s hallways. The town’s water is safe, officials said. Resident Hank Glen asked of-
ficials about a report circulating that the township’s water supply is tainted with Chromium-6, or hexavalent chromium, which the National Toxicology Program reports is carcinogenic when ingested. The report conducted by the Environmental Working Group out of Washington, D.C., with an office in Oakland, Calif., showed that Chromium-6 is in the drinking water for more than 200 million Americans in all 50 states. (Water - See Page 26)
ing off against Democrat Daniel Rodrick of 10th Street for the one-year unexpired term. The issues the candidates dis-
cussed with The Toms River Times include stances on population g row th, tow nship spending, (Election - See Page 18)
County Sees Spike In Turnout For Mail-In And Primary Voting
By Catherine Galioto OCEA N COU N T Y – No doubt, a hot presidential contest that grips headlines has led to increased voter turnout, as seen in the June primaries and in the mail-in ballots so far, officials said. Voter turnout saw a tremendous spike when comparing this presidential primary to the
last one, 2012. And a look at absentee/mail-in voting numbers so far this season show those ballots out paci ng previous years, according to the county clerk’s office. Primary Turnout With 47 percent of registered Republicans and 51 percent of registered Democrats voting ( Turnout - See Page 5)
October 22, 2016
10 Years Ago, A Switch From Dover Twp. To Toms River By J. Mark Mutter It’s hard to believe, but this month marks 10 years ago that our community changed its name to the Township of Toms River. History In The Making 2006 was not the first time that efforts were made to change our town’s name. Established in 1767 as the “Town of Dover” by the Royal Assembly of New Jersey, we became the “Township of Dover” in 1798 based on a state law establishing that all towns in New Jersey be incorporated as townships. In 1799, an effort to change the downtown village’s name in honor of George Washington failed. Washington, then the former President, was in poor health and would die on December 14 of that year. The Township’s Minutes of April 3, 1799 state that a “special election to replace those who have refused to serve and resolutions was held and” that it was resolved that the Village of Toms River Bridge should now be known as (Switch - See Page 6)
–Photo from Toms River Times archives A copy of the then-newly signed resolution certifying the name change from Dover Township to Toms River, in 2006.
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June 7 in their party’s presidential primaries, the increase is attributable in part to the open election ‑‑ that is, each party having a contested primary without an incumbent, said Ocean County Clerk Scott Colabella. However, Colabella said it is the national interest in this year’s election in particular that is helping to drive the county’s numbers, as well as voter turnout state-wide. “There was definitely a huge increase in voter turnout,” said the county clerk of the primary. “That’s compared to 2012, the last presidential primary.” Similar to this year, the presidential candidate for each party was already presumed going in to the primary in 2012. “At that point, both primaries were already pre-ordained,” said Colabella. “In 2012 Mit t Rom ney had al ready
TOMS RIVER – More than 20 employers will be at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library on October 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. They are looking for people to fill the following positions: HHAs & CHHAs; CNAs; Companion Care givers/ Caregivers/ Companions; Per Diem; PT &F/t RNs & LPNs including Hospice; Community Support
The Toms River Times, October 22, 2016, Page 5 won enough delegates, as the case this year with Donald trump, while Kasich and Cruz still have their names on the ballot.” In the 2012 presidential primary, 24 percent of registered Republicans voted in the primary, compared to 47 percent this year. On the Democrat side, the 2012 primary turnout was 24 percent, but was 51 percent for this year’s primary. Mail-In Ballots The county clerk’s office is also busy issuing mail-in ballots, also called absentee or vote-by-mail ballots, at a clip outpacing the last presidential race, Colabella said. As of October 4, the county clerk’s office has issued about 5,000 more mail-in ballots for this year’s General Election than for the 2012 one. As of that date, 19,736 Vote by Mail Ballots were issued by the clerk’s office. Colabella compared that with an early October date for 2012: “In comparison,
at approximately the same date in early October 2012, the last Presidential Election year, our office had issued 14,943 Vote by Mail Ballots. As such, we have issued nearly 5,000 more Vote by Mail ballots than four years ago at this time,” he said. As they have in previous years, the November demand for clerk services will lead the Board of Elections to likely hold weekend hours the days before November 8, he said. “In conjunction with the Board of Elections we do plan on offering additional office hours for voters during the week before Election Day on weeknights, and during the day (Saturday/Sunday) on the weekend prior to the election. As soon as we have finalized plans for the additional hours we will notify the media through a release,” he said. Colabella said that in the 2012 election, 38,000 voted by mail. “Some of that was because it was right
Job Fair For Healthcare Workers
Managers; Direct Care Staff in group home & Daycare; Community Support Managers; Supervisory positions; Social Workers; Occupational Therapists; Activities Assistant; Housekeepers; Marketing Assistant; Clerk; Community Service Aides; Dental Assistants & RDAs; Dentists (General & Specialists); Receptionist; Dietary Staff. Registration is not required to attend the
job fair. Bring multiple copies of your resume, CVs, pens, a smile and be ready to fill out applications. If you need to improve your resume, register to attend the New Career, Exit Here: Resume Reviewing and Interview Coaching workshop that will be held at the branch on October 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. These programs are funded by the New
after Sandy,” said the county clerk, referencing how many residents were displaced because of the storm that year lead to record high mail-in ballots. “That year, Seaside Heights had a low turnout, because lot of residents were displaced, that has changed since things have gotten somewhat better.” However, he said the trend is toward more people voting by mail-in ballot instead of heading to the booth on election day. “More and more people are voting that way,” he said. “It did increase over the four year period.” A ll vote -by-mail applicat ion s se nt t h roug h t he m ai l mu st b e re ceived by November 1, but a voter ca n also st op i n t he cle rk’s of f ice i n p e r s o n by 3 p. m . Nove m b e r 7. For more infor mation on vote-bymail, visit the county clerk’s office at oceancountyclerk.com or the Board of Elections at 800-452-5254.
Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Career Connections grant. The Job Fair is sponsored by Friends of the Toms River Branch Library For information or to register, call 732349-6200 or visit theoceancountylibrary. org. Directions to and parking information can be found at tinyurl.com/4to4tf.
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Washington.” The effor t never took hold. In the early 1900s, an effort was made to separate the downtown village from the greater part of the Township and form a new and smaller municipality with its own name. That effor t also never took hold. In 1987, after a lawsuit forcing the question on the General Election ballot, the voters were asked to change the Township’s name to Toms River. It was defeated 8969 votes to 7748 votes, or 54 to 46 percent. The 2006 Election T he effor t gained steam again in 2006 when over 10, 000 signatures on a petition were submitted in July and August to the Municipal Clerk’s office for review. The petition asked whether the name of t h e Tow n s h i p of D ove r s h o u ld henceforth be known as the Township of Toms River. T he sig nat u res were reviewed by
the Clerk’s office staff. While many of the staff, or, perhaps all of whom, were against the name change, still the signatures were fairly and honestly checked. The petition was certified after this exhaustive review as having the minimum number of required signatures that were requi red by law, and the question went on the 2006 General Election ballot. A vigorous community debate was then held, and this time, the question passed by a very comfortable margin of 16,059 to 10,176, or 61 to 39 percent. But, by law, it was not official until the Municipal Clerk certified in the Township Minutes the result of election. Appreciating the truly historic importance of the change, the certification was not quietly sig ned at an off ice desk in the day to day work of the Clerk – who, sometimes, literally signs hundreds of documents in a single day. Instead, at the first meeting of the Township Council after the election, the certification was publicly signed. It was November 14, 2006 ‑‑ in a
ceremony filled with pomp and circumstance attended by hundreds of people – that the change went into effect. Wit h t he Cou ncil Meet i ng Room dressed in an 18th Century setting – to mark our historic past going back to our original founding in 1767 – the cer t if icat ion was sig ned by me, as Clerk, making the new name official. I shall always remember my shaking hand – knowing that history was being made – as I set pen to paper. Then 7 year old Kyril Kavetsky of Toms River, dressed in a Colonial-era patriot uniform, assisted as my signature on the parchment paper document was attested to by then-Council President Gregory P. McGuckin, and signed by then Mayor Paul C. Brush (a leading proponent of the change), and members of the Township Council. A replica of the Record of Result of Election hangs in our Town Hall in our Freedom Shrine next to the Declaration of Independence. Thereafter, the citizens of the new Township of Toms River came forward and signed a special “We the People”
– the first citizens of Toms River ‑‑ document. I shall never, never forget those in our community who came forward to sign it – many of whom who were against the change for many years. It was democracy at its best ‑‑ alive and well in Toms River. Ten Years Later Ten years later, the name the “Township of Toms River” has settled in and we mark its anniversary this month. Our municipal signs, vehicles, and stationary have changed, and the Council Meeting Room now bears the seal of the Township of Toms River. As I said ten years ago: “God bless Dover Township. May the Township of Toms River be as good to future generations as the Township of Dover was to past generations.” I think it has. Happy ten years! And God bless the Township of Toms River. –Sources: Dover Township Election Records and Minutes; Snyder – The Story of New Jersey’s Civil Boundaries; Zinkin – Place Names of Ocean County, New Jersey 1609 – 1849. –J. Mark Mutter is the Toms River Clerk and Historian, and Chairman of the Semiquicentennial Committee that is planning the Township 250th anniversary in 2017.
County: Safety Comes First This Halloween
OCEAN COUNTY – Before trick-ortreating, parents should check the Megan’s Law website to learn about any potential sex offenders that may live in their neighborhood, or neighborhoods where their children may be going door to door for candy. The database lists up-to-date information on all convicted sex offenders who are residents of the Garden State. Towns, counties, zip codes and even individual streets can be easily reviewed. More advanced checks allow users to input the names of convicted sex offenders or check only newer records. The database can be accessed through a link on the Ocean County Government Homepage at co.ocean.nj.us. The page can also be reached directly at njsp.org/sex-offender-registry/index.shtml. To keep children safe, an adult should accompany young children when going door to door. Trick-or-treat only on well-lit streets in the child’s neighborhood or in an area they are familiar with. Only approach a house that has outside lights on. Never walk on the shoulder of the road. Use sidewalks or walk on the grass. Trick-or-treaters should carry flashlights. Parents should carefully check all candy before children eat their treats. Parents should teach children to walk and not run as they go from house to house. According to federal statistics, children are four times more likely to be struck by an automobile on Halloween than on any other night of the year.
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Featured Letter Voting Is Our Responsibility This is not a political challenge or attack, or trying to make a political point or statement! It is a fervent plea to all Americans and it’s spoken from the heart, to the hearts of each American. We, the people, are all very tired of all the political pettiness and annoyances and candidates attacking each other and the opposing party instead of telling us what we so desperately need to hear. How is anyone going to fix what is broken, instead of telling us it is not as broken as we know it is, in our country and all over the world. I think this speaks from and for the soul of America. Hopefully, we all watch the news on TV, read the papers all over the world, or use the Internet. Whatever our tool of information and learning, we all, also, hopefully know the history and backgrounds of all our political candidates, the detailed scandals of the past that cannot be denied, pushed under the rug or lied away with smiles and promises. We all know what we witness almost daily in our country and our world; it is not pretty, matter of fact it is a lot of hatred, violence, prejudice and just downright ugly and not the world we had hoped for our children and their children and the future, or the world most of us have grown up in. This is our collective heart. We wanted, want, and know we can do so much better. Our decision in November is a difficult one but a crucial one. But, we must all be able to look ourselves in the mirror that day and lay our heads on our pillows that night and feel in those hearts that we have made the best, most intelligent, informed decision of our lives. Our futures depend on it. We should all hope and pray that we have each tried our best to be a part of the solution not a part of the ongoing problem. We all need to use our right and privilege wisely, whether it be
to vote for our party’s candidate, the opposing party’s candidate or an independent voice of our own choosing. We must put our trust and faith in the voice we think, no, we feel will be the one who will lead our country to the full potential it was meant to be, to the greatness it should be, to be the beacon to the world as it has always been. Please don’t waste that right and privilege or feel it is a waste of time and not vote at all. That would be the biggest disservice to the country, the world and inevitably to yourself. You cannot put your head in the sand and think that if you don’t vote you can say, “Well, I didn’t vote, so you can’t blame me.” Yes, we can and we will. Be a part of your own history. We need to believe in ourselves again. To teach our children that all life matters and not that no lives matter as some of the world’s enemies believe. We must all work hard to stop the hatred and the violence and the bloodshed we see almost daily in our country and our world, putting fear and doubt in the hearts of us and our children. Not just leave it to our leaders, either. Please cast your ballot. Let your conscience be your guide. Let there be a smile in that mirror on that November day and let your head rest easily on your pillow that night. Please be grateful for that right and privilege and remember those who gave their all to ensure that right and privilege for all of us. It more than a right or a privilege–it is your responsibility. You owe it to those who sacrificed the ultimate to ensure you that privilege and you owe it to your country and yourself to be your own hero. God bless you, God bless us all and God bless and help America and the world and keep her safe, secure and sane. Our country, our world is counting on each and every American to do the right thing. Vote! Judy Bouchér Manchester
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Letters To The Editor Is There Life Before Death? Did you know? There is even a World Day for Farmed Animals. It’s observed fittingly on October 2 (Gandhi’s birthday). It’s intended to memorialize the tens of billions of animals abused and killed for food around the world. My first instinct was to dismiss it. But, I wanted to understand the impact of my diet and my food dollars on others. Recent undercover investigations showed male baby chicks suffocated in plastic garbage bags or ground to death, laying hens crowded into small wire cages, injured pigs killed by slamming their heads against the concrete floor, and cows skinned and dismembered while still conscious. As theologians debate whether there is life after death, I wondered whether these animals have a life before death and why I should subsidize these barbaric practices. I wonder no more, as I have now embraced a plant-based diet - green and yellow veggies, legumes, fruits, nuts, and some grains. Occasionally, I indulge in nutbased cheese or ice cream. Although I was motivated
by compassion for animals, I have since learned that my diet is also great for my health and for the health of our planet. Henry Traconi Toms River
Use Our Freedoms Each Election Day Apart and alone in the lobby of Manchester Town Hall is a ‘Chair of Honor’ flanked by the American and POW flags honoring our service men and women who never returned from the fields of combat. It stands there as a memento to their sacrifice. Every day, visitors to this facility see this empty chair and are reminded of the 91,000 missing service men and women since WWI— all MIA’s. They voted for our freedom to vote with their lives. We, the survivors, should feel compelled to use that freedom every election day by casting our vote. In the voting booth, with just a flick of your finger you have fulfilled an obligation that was given to all of us by their spilt blood. Ballots, not bullets, determine who leads our Country, State, City or Town. Our vote counts as much as the President’s, the multi-billionaires’ or those living in
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homeless shelters. We are all equal in the voting booth. We, the citizens of Manchester, like citizens of towns throughout the entire nation, will this Election Day determine who and how and what direction we will move onto. Think hard and clear as to whom you choose. It is your choice, given to you by the blood of our warriors who were never to return to “Our Land of Liberty.” Your vote is a thank you for their sacrifice. Charles L. Frattini Councilman, Manchester Township
Troglodytic Misogyny Donald Trump unleashes a litany of loutish comments about women and then lightly dismisses them as mere “locker room” banter. When I was a younger man I was active in several sports: football, basketball, and baseball. Consequently I spent a good deal of time in many different locker rooms. I do not recall ever hearing language that even approached Trump’s for sheer crudity and troglodytic misogyny. Real men do not talk that way Michael J Doherty Berkeley
Yet Another Article In yet another article about Mr. Trump’s behavior prior to his becoming a candidate for the presidency, it is nauseating to me; however, no more so than Mrs. Clinton’s husband who was impeached for a particular intern. This intern whom I shall not name was not the only other woman in the former president’s life. According to people in Arkansas, Mr. Clinton while serving in public office there, began his philandering and before the public’s eye, he walked with his wife and daughter out of our White House - I remember that day vividly. So if Mr. Trump is truly
repentant about past dallies, shouldn’t we base our vote on what he can do for the country now. This is not to say I will or will not vote for Mr. Trump but isn’t this episode in his life like calling the kettle black while the pot is just as black. Ah yes, please let us all think about the future and which candidate would recommend a fair Supreme Court justice and more. I look at the choices and for me, it’s not a pretty picture either way but I’m also tired of the Clintons who’ve been in Washington what seems like forever so I believe I’ll go with one of the other non-famous parties. I do think Mr. Trump would put the right people in the right places but I, like many of you, am just sick and tired of this election... time will tell. Bette Kooreman Whiting
What Can 23 Cents Buy? On the state Legislature’s 23-cent gas tax increase along with a host of tax cuts, the increase in the gas tax revenue should enable a number of positive things to happen in New Jersey, but only if state leaders commit to the following: Manage the Transportation Trust Fund Responsibly. Past management practices of the fund have allowed excessive borrowing and borrowing for short-term improvements. This has had the unfortunate result that all of the revenue going into the fund is now being used to pay debt service on projects that have already happened, leaving no funds for future projects. The Legislature and executive branch must resist the urge to approve a flurry of new-capacity projects funded by new debt, and instead ensure that a majority of the new funding go toward a pay-as-you-go system for maintenance and repairs. Increase Funding for Transit. Transit-oriented development (Letters - See Page 18)
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Ocean County Mall Goes More Than Pink TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Mall pledged to donate $1 million each year for the next two years to support the fight against breast cancer. More than 180 participating Simon Malls, The Mills and Simon Premium Outlets nationwide will encourage employees, retailers and shoppers to make a bigger, bolder impact in the fight against breast cancer by participating in Simon-sponsored activities throughout the month of October. “Based on the success we experienced with the 2015 campaign, Simon is pleased to be increasing our pledge of support to Susan G. Komen in 2016,” said Krystal Zell, senior vice president of field marketing for Simon. “Through the More Than Pink movement, we are throwing our
support behind Komen’s Bold Goal of reducing current breast cancer deaths in the U.S. by 50 percent in the next 10 years.” “We are delighted to see our partnership with the dedicated people at Simon grow stronger,” said Dr. Judy Salerno, Komen President and CEO. “Simon’s commitment to our More Than Pink movement helps move us closer to our mission and achieving our Bold Goal. The support of Simon and their customers will help us fund research, provide support to women, men and families suffering from breast cancer and play a key role in bringing our mission to people in communities across the country.” Planned activities at Ocean County Mall throughout October include: Discount Card Program: $5 discount
cards will be sold providing 15 percent or 25 percent off one item at participating retailers. All proceeds from the sale of discount cards go to Susan G. Komen. Tree of Hope: An opportunity for survivors and their families to visually articulate their strength during their fight with breast cancer. Shoppers are invited to write an inspirational message on a pink tag and hang it on the Tree of Hope. Hero Photo Opportunity: An ‘I Am More Than Pink’ backdrop will be used as a photo selfie station during the month of October. All will be encouraged to use the hashtag #morethanpink. In addition, Ocean County Mall staff will be honoring National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by donning pink accessories. Pink treats will also be available
at the mall management office all month long, while supplies last. In October 2015, Simon nearly doubled its goal of raising $250,000, donating more than $470,000 to Susan G. Komen, all generated through the support and participation of shoppers, retailers and employees. From now to September 30, 2018, Simon is proud to support Susan G. Komen and, with the help of generous individuals like you, will guarantee a contribution of at least $1,000,000 for each year of the program in connection with its various fundraising initiatives, including its discount card program, promotion of Komen’s Race for the Cure, and promotion of Komen’s Do-It-Yourself fundraising platform.
Beach Sweep Clean-Up At Brown’s Woods TOMS RIVER – The Barnegat Bay Partnership (BBP) is hosting a clean-up at Brown’s Woods Preserve (117 Haines Rd.) during the October 22 Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps. All ages are welcome at the clean-up event, which will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers should register at CleanOceanAction.org.
The event will be held rain or shine, and volunteers should dress for the weather and bring gloves. Trash bags will be provided. The goal of the Beach Sweeps is to reduce and eliminate sources of litter. The Beach Sweeps events are more than people picking up trash. Data collected during the Beach Sweeps turns a one-day
event into a legacy of information to combat litter and other sources of pollution by identifying and monitoring trends. The information helps find solutions to keep beaches clean and healthy for citizens and marine life. The Barnegat Bay Partnership comprises government, academic, business, and private stakeholders working together
to help protect, restore, maintain, and enhance the water quality and natural resources of the Barnegat Bay estuary and its contributing watershed. One of 28 National Estuary Programs, the Barnegat Bay Partnership is sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, and Ocean County College.
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Halloween And Autumn Shows Featured At Novins Planetarium TOMS RIVER – “Fright Light,” “Scary Stories,” kids shows, and more are featured at the Robert J. Novins Planetarium throughout October. Call ahead to confirm show dates and times. All shows, dates, and times are subject to change without notice. Laser Fright Fun, October 22 at 11:30 a.m., and October 29 at 2 p.m. Children. PJ Night: Host a Little Ghost & the Story of the Magical Mums, October 22 at 7 p.m. and October 29 at 11:30 a.m. Children. Scary Stories in the Stars, October 29 at 7 p.m. Children. Laser Fright Light, October 22, and 29 at 8:30 p.m. Teens and adults. The Stars from My Backyard, October 22, and 29 at 12:30 p.m. Beginning with a beautiful sunrise, children learn about the sun, moon, weather, constellations, and planets visible in the current sky. Along the way, fun stories,
songs, and even a passing rainstorm help make this an exciting introduction to the sky for young children. Kaluoka’hina: The Enchanted Reef, October 22 at 2 p.m. Young visitors will be transported to a tropical reef where they will join Jake and Shorty, two adventurous and humorous fish, on an animated quest to restore the magic of their reef that will protect it from man’s destruction. In order to do this, they must learn how to “touch the moon!” Children will witness a one of a kind underwater world that is full of adventure, danger, and riddles. In addition, they’ll spend time under the Planetarium stars, as our live presenter shows you how to find constellations and planets visible in New Jersey’s night sky. For recorded show information, call 732255-0342. For the latest news, events, trailers, and schedules, visit ocean.edu.
Ocean County Offers Help In Navigating Medicare Part D
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Office of Senior Services will offer one-on-one assistance in comparing Medicare Prescription Drug Plans for 2017 on the Medicare Plan Finder. Called Part D Days, the assistance will be provided at the County Connection at the Ocean County Mall, Toms River, on the following dates: October 26; November 2, 3, 15, and 30 and also December 1 and 6. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 732-288-7777 and ask for Donna to register. Appointments are offered from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
In addition to the Part D days, detailed information regarding options is available on the Medicare Plan Finder which can be accessed at Medicare.gov and in the Medicare and You 2017 Handbook that will be mailed to Medicare beneficiaries. There are numerous plans for New Jersey with different costs and benefit coverage and individuals will need to learn as much as possible about them. The open enrollment period for Medicare Part D runs through December 7. For appointments at the main office of the Ocean County Office of Senior Services on Hooper Avenue.
Halloween Harvest Hoedown
LAVALLETTE – Lavallette will have its annual Halloween Harvest Hoedown on October 28 starting at 2 p.m. at the Lavallette Elementary School. Events for different age groups will run from 2 to 9:30 p.m. 2 p.m.: Preschool decorate a trick-or-treat bag 2:30 p.m.: Halloween sing-a-long for pre-K through fourth grade 3:15 p.m.: Hayrides for children from the school to the gazebo parking lot. Hayrides for
older children and adults will be at the First Aid building. 3:30 p.m.: Pony rides at the gazebo parking lot 4:30 p.m.: Jersey Mike’s subs at the First Aid building 5 p.m. Magic show by Tom Durmin 6:30 p.m.: Bonfire and spooky Halloween stories at the library 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.: Dancing at the school for grades 5 to 8.
Pinelands Month
NEW JERSEY – October is Pinelands Month. In 1996, the Pinelands Preservation Alliance asked Governor Christie Todd Whitman to declare the month of October as Pinelands Month. This designation was a call to action to every member of the Pinelands community – residents, business owners, and organi-
zations – to celebrate this incredible place. October is an especially picturesque time of year – cranberries are being harvested, the leaves are changing, and the air cools down making exploring the Pine Barrens even more enjoyable. For events going on during the month, visit pinelandsalliance.org/exploration/ october.
Wellness Workshop
TOMS RIVER – A weekly workshop designed for participants to work on recovery, wellness, triggers, tools and other topics related to mental health will begin 5:45 p.m. on November 1. A nationally recognized series called Wellness
Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), the class will offered by the Mental Health Association in Ocean County, 226 Rte. 37 West, Suite 6. To apply for WRAP, call or email Mike at 848 480-0905 or mleotis@mhanj.org.
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Another Ocean County Town Weighs In On Cease-And-Desist For Canvassing
By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – Berkeley Township passed an ordinance in December that would allow it to create cease-and-desist zones to block aggressive real estate and other canvassers in residential neighborhoods. Another township is weighing in on these actions, whether they could stand a test in court, and how to protect residents from quality-of-life issues. In addition to Berkeley, Toms River has a similar ordinance, and used it to carve out a cease-and-desist zone in North Dover, an area where residents complained of multiple issues related to aggressive real estate canvassing. The issue came before Jackson Township again recently, when a resident there brought the Berkeley ordinance to the Jackson council’s attention. Allison Barocas of Jackson, wants to see her township adopt a “cease-and-desist” ordinance. While Toms River adopted such an ordinance earlier this year, creating no-soliciting zones in its North Dover section, Barocas read from Berkeley Township’s updated solicitation ordinance, which was adopted back in December. The ordinance allows the township to investigate solicitation abuses—“intense and repeated canvassing” or “discriminatory practices—and report those abuses to council, which then may create cease and desist zones within the township not to exceed five years from its creation. “So I was wondering…this is not a cease and desist ordinance. This is an ordinance to allow the council to put cease and desist zones in place,” Barocas said. Council president Robert Nixon told Barocas that he has asked the municipal attorneys to look at such an ordinance, “six different ways: up, backwards, up and down.” “And the sad reality is that the ordinance you read is unconstitutional and unenforceable,” he said. The only way the law could be constitutional, Nixon added, is if the law is an “opt-in.” “We have that. We call it no-knock,” he said. “We can change the name of it and call it ‘cease-and-desist,’ but basically we have what is there. And instead of targeting a specific section of town, our cease-and-desist/no-knock covers the entirety of the town.” Jackson Council adopted its no-knock registry to allow residents to opt-out receiving door-to-door canvassers or solicitors. While the majority of the complaints from residents have been about aggressive real estate agents or private citizens inquiring about buying a home, the code applies to all business solicitors. (Religious and political speech cannot be restricted by no-knock laws.) Residents apply to have their address listed on the township’s no-knock registry, a list that solicitors must have when out, and receive a decal to place prominently on their property, usually a front door or window. Jackson Township Municipal attorney Jean Cipriani has said that residents on the list may not be approached by anyone looking to buy or sell anything while that resident is on
their property, whether they are inside their abode or not. The Jackson township code does not address mailings, phone calls or texts, which are all outside the township’s legal jurisdiction. Barocas pointed out that it was Cipriani’s law firm that wrote the Berkeley ordinance. “The reality is that for the same behavior in Jackson, the penalty, anywhere in the town, is greater. It’s the strongest ordinance in the state in terms of the penalty for those behaviors,” Cipriani said. Anything that’s a violation in Berkeley’s ordinance is violation in Jackson, which has stronger penalties. “As to your point about it being from Berkeley, all I can say is that I cannot and would not violate attorney/ client privilege that is held by my firm with another municipal client in terms of advice they’ve been given and actions that have been taken.” Nixon said the advice given by Cipriani to the Jackson council was that such an ordinance, as adopted by Berkeley Township, is not constitutional. “We don’t have the authority as a council to draw lines on a map and say, ‘These streets are out and nobody can touch them,” Nixon said. Cipriani reiterated that there’s nothing in Berkeley’s ordinance that makes it stronger than what Jackson adopted. “If the legislature can find a way, under the state constitution, under the federal constitution, to give a municipality that authority, then if they give me that power, I guarantee you’ll see an ordinance. We’ll lock the entire town down under cease-and-desist,” Nixon said. James Niederhauser, a father of four, spoke about the changes he sees in town, not only the increase in home sales but “astronomical increase” in rentals, especially in the Jackson neighborhoods of Flair, the Brookwoods, Harmony Farms and Oakley Hill. “What’s your timetable? And what they mean by that is, what’s your connection to this town, and how quickly can you get out of it. Oh, you have kids in high school? You’re so lucky. You’ll get out of here. Aw, you’ve got a fourth grader? I don’t know about you…” He said council’s actions in the last nine months have been strong and needed. “But it’s not helping. People are still selling their houses. People are still letting themselves be manipulated,” he said. Things have changed. “…It’s not who, it’s how. It’s the people that are manipulating the markets in real estate that are benefitting from all of these people. Everyone in this town is getting manipulated. And people are making money on it.” Nixon reminded Niederhauser of the federal complaint the township has filed about aggressive sales tactics. “And I think we should put a cease-anddesist until we hear back from that federal complaint,” Niederhauser said. He added that if Cipriani’s law firm would not give council a go-ahead on the cease-and-desist, the township should consider finding a law firm that would. “You can’t do it,” Nixon said. “If we could do it, it would have been done.”
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Community News PFC Vincent M. Frassetto Det. No. 796 Marine Corps League
TOMS RIVER – The Marine Corps League Detachment No. 796 believes in assisting veterans and their families and the community. The detachment makes sure flags are placed where they are laid to rest to show the admiration, loyalty, and never-failing thanks for sacrifices made by military personnel and their families. The detachment does other things to assist, such as collecting donations, toys for the children’s hospital, AmVets and Toys for
Tots. Members also attend funeral services for fallen veterans. All proceeds from charitable contributions go to Vetworks for New Jersey veterans. The detachment also assists at the annual New Jersey Stand-Down in Cherry Hill. Registered veterans can get clothing, medical care, meals and other necessities. Commandant Alfred Schwartz and members of the league thank residents for their support.
Yoga Classes
TOMS RIVER - Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be conducting Gentle Yoga. Gentle Yoga is designed for those new to yoga as well as those with experience. Gentle Yoga Classes will begin Thursdays, November 3 through December 15, with no class on November 24. The class is held from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. This is program # 323544-2B. All classes will be held at the Ocean County Administration Complex Cafeteria, third
floor, 129 Hooper Ave. The classes are for those 16 and older and will be $36 per person. To register, send a check made payable to the County of Ocean to: Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Note program number when registering. To receive more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call 1-877-OCPARKS or visit the website at oceancountyparks.org.
Pinelands Reformed Church Harvest Fair
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TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be conducting a “Wiggles and Giggles” program. This beginner class teaching simple moves, balance and listening on safe soft equipment. The class will be held in the Program Room, Parks Administration Office, Toms River, on November 17 from 10 to 11 a.m. The cost is $5 per child ages 3 to 5 years. This is program #323021-3A.
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SOUTH TOMS RIVER – A 14-year-old South Toms River Female was charged with Creating a False Public Alarm, Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and South Toms River Police Chief Andrew Izatt said. The juvenile told her mother that she was chased by a person armed with a knife and dressed as a clown this morning while walking to the school bus stop. The investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s High Tech Crime Unit (HTCU) and the South Toms River Police Department began when they learned of the posting by concerned area residents. The partnering agencies immediately began efforts to substantiate the alarming Facebook post of the alleged attack and
To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to: Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please provide name, address and daytime telephone number, along with program number when registering. To receive more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call toll free 1-877-OCPARKS or visit oceancountyparks. org.
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ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Cottage Museum is open April through December, from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturdays, or by request. It is located at 105 Simpson Ave. The Island Heights Cultural & Heritage Association owns and operates the museum, which is an 1880s style Carpenter
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FREE Memory Screening! –Photo courtesy Manchester Township Police Department Members of the Manchester Township Police Department visited the Children’s Specialized Hospital in Toms River on October 5 to present a donation of $1,551 raised during the Ocean County Bravest and Finest Flag Football Tournament this past summer. MANCHESTER – Members of the Manchester Township Police Department visited the Children’s Specialized Hospital in Toms River on October 5 to present a donation of $1,551 raised during the Ocean County Bravest and Finest Flag Football Tournament this past summer. The officers met staff members and were given a tour of the impressive Stevens Road facility, which is home to 26 long-term care patients. On behalf of Manchester PBA 246, they presented the check to Children’s Specialized Hospital representatives Alexis D’Anton, Community Engagement Coordinator, and Deidre Caruso, Volunteer Coordinator. Organized by Ptl. Rickvalsky, the tournament featured 12 teams of police and firefighters. The participating teams were from: Long Beach Island, Barnegat, Toms River, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, Ocean County Department of Corrections, Ew-
ing, Franklin, Berkeley, Tuckerton/Little Egg Harbor, and Seaside Heights. For the second year in a row, the Toms River Police Department took home the first place trophy. “Ptl. Rickvalsky and all the emergency responders who gave their time to this worthy cause should be proud of their efforts. Our officers strive to give back to the community whenever possible, even when they’re not in uniform,” said Chief Lisa Parker. The department thanks their sponsors: Johanna McConnel, Termini Nutrition, A Simply Greener Landscaping, Crossfit Razor, Stafford PBA No. 297, Anchorage Spine and Physical Therapy, Three B’s, Shoprite, and All-Star Bagel.
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TOMS RIVER –Pooja Tandon, M.D., and Jaspreet S. Uppal, M.D., have joined the organization as staff psychiatrists at RWJ Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center. Tandon, of Morganville, board-certified in psychiatry, recently completed a geriatric psychiatry fellowship At Stony Brook University Medical Center, Stony Brook, N.Y., where she provided psychiatric consults to hospital patients, provided evaluations and care to outpatient geriatric clients, including veterans, and worked with patients and families affected by Alzheimer’s. In addition, Dr. Tandon completed a psychiatry residency at Creedmor Psychiatric Center, Queens Village, N.Y., where she served as Chief Resident and also provided psychiatric consults to patients at New
York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, treated patients in the Addiction Treatment Center, and served in a number of other capacities. Tandon received her medical degree from Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poznan, Poland, and a Bachelor of Science degree from Stony Brook University. Uppal, of Jersey City, recently completed his general psychiatry residency at East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, N.C. after receiving his medical degree from Windsor University School of Medicine, Chicago, and a Bachelor of Science degree from Rutgers University, New Brunswick. He is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry.
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TOMS RIVER – The JBJ Soul Kitchen will host its third annual Chili Cook-Off on October 22 from noon to 2 p.m., rain or shine. The community restaurant is located at 1769 Hooper Ave. Local Fire, Police and EMS will be serving up their mouthwatering entries and guests will sample the chili and vote for
their favorite. This event is open to the public. Donations to enter the event are $10 per person. Tickets will not be sold in advance. A portion of the net proceeds will be donated to Hope Sheds Light. For more information, visit jbjsoulkitchen. org.
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TOMS RIVER – Pinkalicious, The Musical, will be held on October 29 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on the Main Stage at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College. Tickets are $18 to $22. Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents.
Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor’s office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe, a dream come true for this pink-loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament.
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TOMS RIVER – The American Legion Post 129 will host “A Night With Sinatra,” featuring Bob Kulik, the lead singer of The Happenings, along with the Joey Katz Orchestra, on December 17. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $18 per person.
The menu will include dinner entrees. Cash bar. All net proceeds will benefit the post. George P. Vanderveer Post 129 is located at 2025 Church Road Pine. For reservations, call 732-864-5519.
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zoning laws, Sandy rebuilding and traffic. Geoghegan, a retired police sergeant and volunteer Silverton firefighter and EMT, was appointed to the Ward 2 council seat earlier this year, filling the vacancy left by Brian Kubiel after he successfully ran for the Councilman-At-Large seat in last November’s election. Geoghegan said he would like to address problems lingering from Hurricane Sandy, including helping residents who are still trying to get back into their homes, as well as finding new ways to partner with other towns and organizations on shared services and generating more revenue for the township.
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is one of the biggest economic drivers in the state. Companies across the country are increasingly interested in locating near transit stations and New Jersey is well positioned to take advantage of this trend. In addition, thousands of riders use NJ Transit every day and demand is increasing, which means less wear and tear on our roads and reduced traffic congestion. The state must increase the capital funding that goes to transit projects, including figuring out how to pay our share of the cross-Hudson rail tunnel. Fund Transit Operations Permanently. The
“For many people in New Jersey, Hurricane Sandy ended when the power came back on,” Geoghegan said. “We are still dealing with issues from Sandy and problems that need to be fixed.” Rodrick, a science teacher at Thorne Middle School in Middletown, ran for council in 2015 but lost to the incumbent Republicans. Rodrick earned the top votes of his slate then, but not enough to win a council seat against the incumbent Republicans, who bested their challengers by a 3,000-vote margin. This year his platform includes strong opposition to what he claims is patronage by the council in funding high paying positions and costly projects at the expense of the taxpayers. “Within nine years (the council) nearly
doubled the taxes and they continually fund new pet projects,” said Rodrick. “The patronage is out of control.” Both candidates are also looking to address the rapidly growing population and the burden it places on residents. If elected, Rodrick said he would also like to address overdevelopment, which he said is a major issue for the township. “I would like to adjust our zoning regulations to put a stop to the multi-family high density building going on, especially on Route 9 and some of those adjacent areas,” Rodrick said. “Residents don’t want all that high density housing.” Geoghegan also wants to address the growing population, but in a different way, with a focus on how the population is traveling through the township.
“Sometimes you need to change with the times,” Geoghegan said, referencing changes to major roadways like Route 70 and Route 9. “We need to figure out a way to move traffic, which has a whole ripple effect.” Ward 2 is the only township race taking place this year. The township council is comprised of th ree at-large seats representing the entire township and four seats for each of the wards. All the council seats and mayor spot are held by Republicans. The Ward 2 council spot represents a section of town that includes portions of Toms River from its northern border, east of the parkway, west of Vaughn Avenue and north of Route 571, and Silverton.
state contributes approximately $300 million per year from the general fund toward NJ Transit operations, since Transportation Trust Fund money cannot be used for this purpose. Given the large tax cuts that are part of the gas tax compromise legislation, it is unclear where the state will make spending cuts to offset the reduced revenue. The state must ensure that NJ Transit operating dollars are preserved in the annual budget and identify a dedicated funding source for ongoing operations. Target Road Funds for Biggest Benefit. Aside from transit projects, the state needs very few new-capacity infrastructure projects. The backlog of maintenance and
repair projects should be the state’s singular priority. In order to prioritize these projects further, the state should look at supporting projects that will enjoy the highest per-capita use. The state must re-commit to a “fix-itfirst” approach and incorporate per-capita use when making difficult decisions. Does New Jersey need a gas tax? Yes. Is the current size of the gas tax increase appropriate? It’s a good start. Will this gas tax create a truly sustainable Transportation
Trust Fund? We don’t know. We need to know how this money is going to be spent, that the tax cuts won’t have unintended consequences and that the financial structure of the trust fund will be sustainable, so that the state’s residents and businesses aren’t asked for another increase in a few years to pay down the state’s credit-card balance. Peter Kasabach Executive Director New Jersey Future
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OCVTS Opportunities For Middle School Students
OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Vocational Technical School is holding ad mission infor mation sessions for the 2017-18 school year for the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science (MATES) and the Performing Arts Academy (PAA). MATES and PAA are four-year public high schools administered by the OCVTS district. Each academy is designed to provide a college preparatory academic curriculum with a focus on a specific career area. MATES is a specialized high school designed to give students a rigorous academic curriculum with concentration in the areas of science, math, and technology. Additional focus is provided in marine and environmental science. The school offers a challenging, hands-on learning experience for college-bound and career-oriented students interested in pursuing math or science-related career fields. Students have unique opportunities to participate in fieldwork, independent research, and internships throughout Ocean County. MATES was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education in 2012. The Perfor ming A r ts Academy is desig ned to provide a r igorous college preparator y academic prog ram integrated with performing arts curriculum focused in dance, vocal music, or acting as well as a new fourth discipline focused on audio recording and technical theater. The school exists to provide a unique, nur t uring, and challenging learning environment for students living in Ocean County who are gifted in the performing arts. The teaching philosophy strives to incorporate the ar ts into all educational areas by integrating cur riculum and by interaction with professionals from the arts industry. PAA was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education in 2014. Students are selected to both academ ies f rom applicat ion s t h roug h a competitive process and enter at the 9th grade level. Applicants must reside in Ocean County to be eligible for admission. Application deadline is December 10. Middle school students who are plan-
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MATES will hold admission information sessions: October 22 at 10 a.m.; October 27 at 6:30 p.m.; and November 19 at 10 a.m. The sessions will be held at OCVTS MATES, 195 Cedar Bridge Rd., Manahawkin. PAA will hold admission information sessions on: November 2 at 6:30 p.m.; November 17 at 6:30 p.m.; and Novem-
ber 19 at 9 a.m. The sessions will be held at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts on the Ocean County College Campus, Toms River. Fo r m o r e i n fo r m a t io n a b ou t t h e OCVTS high school academies or the admission information sessions, visit ocvts.org or call OCV TS Academy Admissions at 732-473-3100, ext. 3065.
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I like saying ‘I told you so’ because it means you got my help years ahead of everyone else. And in this case, it’s about headaches and migraines, and how this condition is tied to hypothyroidism and thyroid hormone insufficiencies. Because headaches and thyroid disease is not life-threatening, there isn’t a lot of focus or research on it, but either condition can leave you disabled, impair relationships and reduce your ability to work or play with your children. Six years after I first told you this, we have a new and very large study that was printed in the September 2016 issue of a highly respected publication, The Journal of Head and Face Pain. I’ll nutshell it for you here. Researchers followed over 8,000 people for 20 years. They tracked vital statistics such as frequency of headaches and migraines as well as biomarkers of thyroid disease. What they found is exactly what I told you in two of my books, Thyroid Healthy, and also Headache Free…that is people with migraines, clusters and tension headaches almost always have hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is when your body fails to produce adequate amounts of thyroid hormone, or perhaps it produces it, but your cells can’t take it in and put it to use. Symptoms of low thyroid include anxiety, mood swings, weight gain or inability to lose weight, dry skin, hair loss, poor eyebrow and eyelash growth,
irregular menstrual cycles and the feeling of always being cold. Your hair may be thinner than it used to be, and you’re clean out of energy. Maybe you look pale, sleep fitfully or not at all, or you eat like a bird and still gain weight. If you have these symptoms, you might have low thyroid hormone levels regardless of what your lab tests say. If you take a medication for cholesterol, for example a statin, those drugs may raise your risk for hypothyroidism, so then after a few months of taking a statin your cholesterol numbers look good, but you feel tired, weak, and heavier. I told you about that little problem 7 years ago. Anyway, researchers from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine did a great job monitoring these folks, and what they’ve noticed could help you. People with pre-existing headaches have a 21 percent higher risk of having hypothyroidism, if you have migraines, your risk for thyroid disease is about 41 percent greater than the norm. If you have headaches or migraines, your thyroid levels need to be checked properly. The labs I want you to take and a better set of reference ranges (because the ones on your lab report are old), can be emailed to you if you sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com. If you live in chronic pain or despair I really want to assure you that there is help out there, it’s often something simple, and regardless of your headache, there are solutions. Please don’t give up.
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Ocean County Distributes Recycling Revenue To Towns
OCEAN COUNTY – While 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
Freeholder 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 recyclables
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 are: Barnegat 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, Lavallette, $537; Little 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.
Master Gardeners Open House TOMS RIVER – Rutgers Master Gardeners Of Ocean County will host an open house on November 15 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The open house will take place at the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Agricultural Center, 1623 Whitesville Rd. Anyone with an interest in gardening and a commitment to volunteer service can become a Certified Rutgers Master Gardener. Rutgers Master Gardeners are trained volunteer who assist Rutgers Cooperative Extension in delivering horticulture programs and information to the general public. No previous education or training in horticulture is necessary. Registration is required. Call 703-5054563 to register.
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only if you become disabled. While this document is executed prior to the onset of a disability, it can only be used if and when, but not before you become disabled. In order for the Limited Power of Attorney to become effective, you may need a physician’s written report to confirm you are disabled and unable to manage your personal and financial affairs. You may need a Power of Attorney if you are out-of-state or country on vacation, and require someone to act on your behalf. For instance, you may appoint a family member, close friend or your attorney as Attorney-in-Fact to complete a real estate closing. In this case the Power of Attorney would specifically outline the purpose, time period and extent of the Attorney-in-Fact’s authority. This power would be only for the purpose of closing or selling and expire after the closing is complete. In addition, the specific property would be identified in the Power of Attorney, therefore, limiting the closing power to only the specific property. Whether you are traveling away from home, planning for the future or have a loved one with disabilities, a Power of Attorney can be the best way to ensure the appropriate decisions and duties are carried out for you or your loved ones.
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80th Anniversary Of The Hindenburg Disaster
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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The Environmental Protection Agency ordered that local water utilities test for the compound, and from 2013 to 2015 more than 60,000 water samples were taken across the countr y. According to EWG, 75 percent of those samples tested positive for Chromium-6. California, the place where Chromium-6 entered the national consciousness thanks to the Julia Roberts’ 2000 f ilm Erin Brockovich, depicting the real-life battle of contamination in Hinkley, Calif., set the maximum acceptable level of the compound at 0.02 parts per billion. The EPA placed a limit of 0.1 milligrams per liter and up to 100 parts per billion for total chromium. EWG said one part per billion is about a drop of water in an Olympic-size swimming pool. “There’s only one state that has a limit [on Chromium-6], and they set their limit at 10 parts per billion,” councilman Craig Wallis said. “So we’re even lower than them. …We’re so far below [the federal regulations], I’m not even sure why it became an issue.” Manchester’s water supply was tested between August 19, 2014 and June 16, 2015. According to EWG, the township averaged 0.99 par ts per billion of the compound, with water samples showing a range of 0.0 to 0.18. Those
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numbers exceed what California scientists deemed negligible Chromium-6 intake but are well below what the EPA considers safe. The environmental group said the figures were provided by Manchester Township, which has an eastern and western service area. Only Pine Lake Park tested at 0.0. “Others towns in Ocean County were listed. We’re number one,” Glen said. “What is the township doing to try to alleviate chromium from the water?” Yodakis said he was not familiar with the report or why it was prepared. “I can’ comment to the validity of the report. Our numbers in it were correct. As to why we have the highest levels in the county, I quite honestly don’t know that that’s true. Maybe we do,” Yodakis said. “I can tell you that our levels are way under any EPA or DEP requirements. Ch rom iu m- 6, t he maxi mu m level, is 100 parts per billion, which is a very small amount. We are 0.2 parts per billion. …Our water is safe. It’s meets all federal and state standards.” C h r o m i u m - 6 i s cl a s si f ie d a s a n “ u n reg ulated contaminant ” u nder the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Act, meaning the Act lacks any health-based standards for the contaminants. Other unregulated contaminants being tested for include chlorate, cobalt, strontium and vanadium. Accord i ng to t he easter n ser v ice
area’s 2015 report, Chromium-6 was found at 0.1 parts per billion, with an acceptable range of no trace to 0.3 parts per billion. The western service area’s 2015 report, as well as the Lacey Road Water System report, does not include any testing infor mation for unregulated contaminants, though that area was likely not up for study under EPA guidelines. The reports state that all federal and state drinking water standards were met. Yodakis said the township continues to exam ways to clean contaminants from the water supply, but those options are very costly. “As for right now, the drinking water is safe. It meets all requirements,” he said. According to the Agency for Toxic Subst a nces & Disea se Reg ist r y, “Electroplating, leather tanning, and text ile i ndust r ies release relatively large amounts of chromium in surface waters. Leaching from topsoil and rocks is the most important natural source of chromium entry into bodies of water. Solid wastes from chromate-processing facilities, when disposed of improperly in landf ills, can be sou rces of contamination for groundwater, where the chromium residence time might be several years.” Yodakis said Manchester gets water from both deep and shallow wells. The
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deeper wells come from the Raritan aquafer and the shallow from the Cohansey. The main producing wells are the deep wells. He said there are no traces of Chromium-6 in the Raritan, where the majority of the township’s water comes from. The shallow wells from the Cohansey do have traces, he said. He does not know why one has traces and the other doesn’t. In its independent repor t released September 21, EWG showed the Chromium-6 levels in water tests, allowing site visitors to search via ZIP Code for their water supply’s levels. Locally, the averages include: Barnegat Township Water and Sewer, 0.059 ppb; Beachwood, 0.07 ppb; Brick MUA, 0.009ppb; Jackson MUA, 0.042 ppb; Lacey MUA, 0.033 ppb. Manchester Township Water Utility, 0.099 ppb average; Manchester Township Western Service area, 0.071 ppb average. Stafford-Beach Haven West, 0.047 ppb; Ocean Twp. (Waretown) MUA, 0.083 ppb. Regional water service areas, such as Suez, include: Aqua NJ Easter n, 0.085 ppb; NJ American Water Coastal North, 0.048; United Water (now Suez) Toms River, 0.072 ppb. For more information, visit ewg.org/ research/chromium-six-found-in-ustap-water.
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Joey Arminio & The Family Concert LAKEWOOD – CONTACT of Ocean and Monmouth Counties is hosting Joey Arminio & The Family performances from the 500 Club in Atlantic City from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on November 19 at the Woodlake County Club, 25 New Hampshire Ave. Tickets are $48 and include lunch and the show. Guests must be 18 and older to attend. Arminio & The Family highlight the
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killers, heart disease and stroke. Unfortunately, nearly 30 percent of adults report participating in no leisure time physical activity. The good news is all you need is a supportive pair of sneakers to reap the heart-healthy benefits of physical activity. Research has shown that walking just 30 minutes most days can help reduce risk for heart disease and stroke, improve blood pressure, lower r isk for obesit y and en hance mental well-being. The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association has made a commitment to helping Americans nationwide get healthier through a variety of healthy-living initiatives, including free guidelines on healthy eating, physical activity, controlling blood pressure and blood cholesterol, stress management and more. Heart Walk, which is nationally sponsored by Subway, is an example of bringing the community together to get physically active and learn more about heart-healthy living options. To learn more about the American Hea r t Associat ion Shorel i ne Hea r t Walk, visit ShorelineHeartWalk.org, call 609-208-0020 or email ShorelineHW@heart.org.
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Film Series: “Jews & Muslims – Culture & Conflict” At OCC
TOMS RIVER – The Center for Holocaust, Genocide, & Human Rights Education at Ocean County College will sponsor a Diversity in Film Series/ Discussion on the first Wednesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The overall topic for the fall semester is “Jews & Muslims – Culture & Conf lict.” Coffee and light refreshments will be served. All events take place on OCC’s Main Campus, College Drive. The events are free and open to the public.
Monsieur Ibrahim will be shown on November 2 in Room B101, Black Box Theatre, Grunin Center. Screen legend Omar Sharif stars in this very humanist ic f il m about a n elderly Musli m widower who owns a grocery store in a shabby working-class section of Paris. His life takes on new meaning when he befriends Momo, a young and lonely Jewish boy. In Ibrahim, Momo finds the father he never had, a patient man infused with wisdom and kindness. The film traces the relationship between the two as it develops over time, a journey
t hat cha nges bot h t hei r lives. T h is magical work (French with subtitles) is engaging and deceptively deep in the philosophical issues about which it encourages discussion. The Lemon Tree will be shown on December 7 in Room 203, Bartlett Hall. Hiam Abbass won the Israeli academy Award for her powerful portrayal of a lonely Palestinian widow who tends her family’s West Bank lemon grove. When the new Israeli Defense Minister and his wife move next door, the government demands that the trees be
uprooted. Can two women from opposite sides of the fence find justice in a country and culture divided? Based on a true story. Upcoming spring 2017 semester films i n clu d e S o m e Mot h e r’s S o n , To r n Apart, and I, the Worst of All. For more infor mation, contact Dr. Ali Botein-Fur revig, Associate Professor of English & Literat ure, and Director of the Center for Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights Education, at 732-255-0400, ext. 2368, or abotein-furrevig@ocean.edu.
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I Know About This School Dear Joel, I have a son who has lear ning and behavior issues. It has been suggested to me that he attend a therapeutic school. I have been doing my research and am ter rif ied by the price per year. There is no way that I can afford even a year of that education. Additionally what I am f inding out is that many of these schools are lo c at e d o n t he We s t C o a s t . A ny suggestions? Answer: Ever y child in New Jersey is ent itled to a n educat ion. T here a re therapeutic schools throughout the entire countr y. Some of the schools can cost $100,000 including room and board.Virtually no one can afford those high dollar amounts. You must start with the guidance counselor at school. Ask if the principal can be present at the meeting
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Fund Your Business Program
TOMS RIVER – Small Business Administration’s Lender Relations & Economic Development Specialist, Sheryl Paynter, will be at the Toms River library branch 7 p.m. on October 27. She will provide people who are in business or thinking of starting a business with
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Professional Profile Juvenate Medical Wellness & Rejuvenation
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Sunita Mann, MD - Functional Medicine Specialist Functional Medicine is a fundamentally new way of thinking about health and disease and puts the power of being healthy back in the patient’s hands, in a partnership with their doctor. Dr. Sunita Mann has a favorite quote that embodies her philosophy of medicine: As Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” As a doctor that practices a relatively new field of medicine known as Functional Medicine, Dr. Mann places a heavy emphasis on eating healthy foods. This brand of medicine seeks to reveal the root cause of chronic health issues by looking at the patient’s entire body and their environment. “The key to this approach is to look beyond a group of symptoms and instead, treat the underlying cause of the condition. Many chronic diseases like Diabetes, Neurological disorders, Menopause and other hormonal imbalances cause significant problems for people and prevents them from living a healthy life. It can also result in a dependence on prescription drugs,” she says. However, there
is much more to healing than drugs. Functional Medicine is a fundamentally new way of thinking about health and disease. Conventional Medicine (which is what she was taught in Medical School) treats the signs and symptoms of disease, often individually. She adds, “We were taught to look at the body as systems rather than the whole being, in which so many health issues are interconnected.” How did you become involved in this area of medicine? Dr. Mann: I’ve found that many functional medicine doctors become involved in the field through their own health journey. The same is true for me. My Conventional Medicine training was in Diagnostic Radiology and Neuroradiology which gave me a great background in diagnosing medical problems. I practiced Radiology for 13 years until 2013 when I developed a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction to the contrast
dye I routinely used in my radiology procedures. As a result of the reaction, I was unable to walk more than 50 feet without feeling shortness of breath, had difficulty climbing steps, and was not able to drive. After many months of recovery, during which I realized I could not continue to practice in my chosen field of medicine, I knew it was time to take care of my health. That journey led me to uncover a whole new world of medicine, which combines the medical principles that are thousands of years old with the cutting edge technology of modern laboratory diagnosis. Because of my background, I needed to see the evidence of what was going on in my own body and from there, discover that health is a continuum: from optimal health, through problems such as weight gain, to high cholesterol, to high blood pressure and high blood sugar, to fatigue, all the way to disease. As I began a journey towards wellness, I realized that my newfound knowledge could help others dealing with illness. I then began my formal certification in Functional Medicine so I could offer these techniques to my patients. What is the main difference between Conventional medical care and Functional medicine? Dr. Mann: Conventional medicine is great at treating acute problems, such as pneumonia, heart attack, infections, and trauma. In fact, without this type of medicine I would not be alive today. After such a severe anaphylactic reaction, the only reason I am here is because of the amazing medical personnel who reacted so quickly to save my life. However, once a person is out of immediate health danger, conventional doctors are not trained to keep people in optimal health. A conventional doctor may counsel patients on eating a healthy diet and getting exercise but they lack the time and tools to help the patient with their specific health concerns. Functional medicine is Personalized Medicine and allows the doctor and patient to work together to look at the specific genetics, environment, laboratory findings and risk factors to formulate a specific plan to achieve the goal of optimal health. What are the benefits of this type of medicine? Dr. Mann: Personalized Functional Medicine treats the whole person rather than parts of the person. By looking at a combination of genetic predispositions, family history, and lifestyle factors (such as nutritional status, exercise, and
stress levels) we use targeted diagnostic tests to see what is going on inside the body. I can then provide an individualized plan to get a patient to optimal health. The goal is to locate and reverse physiological imbalances that may have been present for years before a person manifests disease, and in someone who already has a disease, to use those same tools to reverse the process. What is the most rewarding part about your profession? Dr. Mann:I love to help people who have been to many different conventional doctors looking for help, often bewildered by how they got to this point and then finally come to the realization that they can achieve optimal health. What is the most challenging? Dr. Mann: The field requires a real commitment from the patient to become my partner in getting healthy. There are those who hope for a “magic pill” to solve their chronic health problems and the simple truth is, there is no such
mation in the body, the hormone status, and the health of the gut. All of these factors can be tested for and if a person is found to have problems in any of these areas, they can be treated with a highly personalized plan to reverse these changes. Do you treat a lot of women with hormonal issues? Dr. Mann: Yes I see many patients with hormonal concerns who are afraid to take hormones because they’ve heard that it can increase the risk of cancers and other problems. I like to educate my patients about Bio-identical Hormones, which are very different from the commonly prescribed hormones, derived from horse urine that many women have used in the past. Bio identical hormones are a natural replacement for the hormones we all lose as we age and in fact, are crucial for good health. You could say that Dr. Mann practices what she preaches. After a long day at the office she draws on the relaxation techniques she
thing. Like anything worth having in life, optimal health takes commitment and true desire to change the habits that lead the patient down the path to illness. Another challenge is the cost of some of the testing. Unfortunately, many of the tests that assist in functional medicine diagnosis are not covered by insurance. The patient and I have to make a decision about which testing is the most critical to start with. I try to work within their cost constraints but as I explain to patients who have already seen so many other doctors, sometimes paying for the testing themselves makes all the difference in getting healthy. What are the most common issues you see in your profession? Dr. Mann: What I treat mirrors the common health concerns present in America today. Obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer – these are the main drivers of the common killers. Conventional medicine waits until the onset of these conditions to start treatment. Functional medicine uses testing to find the earliest signs that a patient is at risk for a specific disease. I look at the body’s response to certain foods or the presence of food sensitivities, level of inflam-
has learned over her years of being in the field. She adds, “One of the most powerful tools available to all of us is the practice of breathing techniques to actually change our physiology.” She uses yoga-breathing exercises in the morning to get ready for the day and ends her day with meditation to help her unwind. By practicing these techniques regularly she is able to reduce stress and directly reduce inflammation in her body, which she believes is the main cause of chronic disease. Dr. Mann grew up in Edison and after obtaining her undergraduate degree in Biology at Rutgers University; she went on to Medical School at UMDNJ-Rutgers. After an internship in Internal Medicine, she obtained a degree in Radiology from UMDNJ- University Hospital and then received advanced fellowship training in Neuroradiology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. She and her husband, who is also a physician have three children and reside in Marlboro. Her office is located at 100 State Route 36, Suite 2G, West Long Branch. For additional information or to schedule an appointment, please call 732-202-3000 or visit juvenatemedical.org.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast
For the week ofOctober 22-October 28 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You can be a night owl or an early bird but you can’t be both. In the week ahead you may be a busy beaver and tempted to work so hard that you exhaust your inner resources. Be sure to plan ahead to get adequate rest. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Social events and business meetings might become indistinguishable from one another in the week ahead. Your instincts are on target for love and money, but it might not help you buy items that require taste and discrimination. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Back pedal when you arrive at a crossroads. Delay signing agreements until all the facts are in and be sure to get all promises in writing in the week to come. It isn’t honorable to take an unfair advantage even if you can. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can be shrewd in business as this week unfolds. Rub your pennies together until they squeak. Although you can charm others with your brilliant oratory it might be difficult to make a romantic proposal. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Keep an ear to the ground. You could end up spinning your wheels if you try to initiate something important at work unless you listen carefully to someone’s advice. Find lasting pleasure from a job well done this week. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Make long term security a priority. In the week ahead your instincts about financial matters are better than usual. You can make your workplace or office more comfortable and eco-friendly, as well as more productive.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your generous gestures and tolerant attitude might put you in the leadership seat on the job. As this week unfolds you may find a solution for a health problem through a diet change or develop a sense of contentment. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the week ahead you might find that friendliness is next to godliness. Add a teaspoon of sympathy to a cup of knowledge and mix generously with common sense to solve a problem. You may receive helpful advice. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Slow down when you encounter the speed bumps of life. In the week ahead you may be fast and furious when money making is the subject. At the same time unexpected bills and expenses can slow you down. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Where there is smoke there is fire. You may get a whiff of an opportunity or ideas that lead to forming successful concepts. Make presentations and showcase your ideas in the best possible light in the week ahead. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Avoid reacting emotionally to matters that require a cool head and logic. Use someone as a go-between for crucial negotiations. Sound advice from a professional or a friend can improve financial conditions this week. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Attend to matters that need inspiration or a creative touch as this week unfolds. This may be a good week to launch a new health regimen or begin a diet. With very little effort you can mend some very essential fences.
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Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen
Game Day Grub, Revamped By Wolfgang Puck Of course, chips and dips are a must when you’re watching weekend football on TV. A pot of homemade chili makes a great addition to the party. So do bratwursts or other favorite sausages. The list goes on and on of foods that are fun to eat while your eyes are on the action. But nothing compares to chicken wings, which simply offer the perfect combination of tender meat, crispy skin and finger-licking sauce. Each wing is just a bite or two, so there always seems to be room for just one more. America’s craze for chicken wings was already going strong when I first moved here back in 1973. It all started in 1964 with Buffalo wings, a specialty of the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, N.Y., where the specialty of the house was tossed in a spicy-hot sauce and served w it h a cool, blue - cheese d ressi ng and celery sticks. While that version remai ns a classic, g radually chefs everywhere began adding their own personal spins, from wings bathed in barbecue sauce down South to those tossed with teriyaki sauce and pineapple in Hawaii. One of the most delicious versions I’ve ever tasted, though, is served at The Source, my restaurant next to the Newseum, just down the street from the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. Under Chef Scott Drewno, we’ve gained a reput ation for in novative Asian food firmly rooted in tradition but with exciting modern twists. That description certainly sums up what Drewno calls General Tso’s chicken wings, taking its name from a chicken dish popular in Chinese restaurants across the United States and loosely inspired by Hunanese cooking. The recipe begins by prepping the wings in a way you won’t normally find them back in upstate New York. It calls only for what some markets call the “drumette,” the largest bone of the wing, trimmed of both the smaller bone and the wing tip. (You can find markets that sell them this way; or do it yourself, saving the trimmings for your stockpot.) To make the wings even more appealing to eat, the skin and meat are loosened from the narrower end and pushed down to the opposite end, forming a plump lollipop shape with a handle. Marinated with garlic, ginger and scallions, the wings are then dipped in a cornstarch-and-water slurry before being deep-f r ied. The f inal touch: Tossing them with a delicious, sticky sauce made from sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, soy, chilies and sesame oil. Prepared in this way, chicken wings come out tangy, spicy, sweet and succulent. Be sure to serve them with lots of napkins, so you don’t get sauce on the remote. And have plenty of beer or another favorite beverage ready to refresh your palate before the next one!
GENERAL TSO’S CHICKEN WINGS Serves 4 to 8 For the chicken wings: 24 chicken wing drumettes 1 bunch scallions, white and light green parts, thinly sliced, dark green parts reserved 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1/4 cup (60 mL) peanut oil Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional Kosher salt For the spicy-sweet chili-garlic sauce: 1/4 cup (60 mL) peanut oil 2 or 3 Thai-style dried chili pods, broken into pieces 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) sugar 2 cups (500 mL) unseasoned rice vinegar 1/4 cup (60 mL) soy sauce 1/4 cup (60 mL) sambal oelek (Indonesian chili paste) 1 tablespoon grated ginger 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil For frying and serving: Peanut oil, for deep frying 1/2 cup (125 mL) cornstarch, plus extra as needed 1/2 cup (125 mL) cold water, plus extra as needed Cilantro leaves, for garnish Scallions cut on a bias, for garnish Starting at the narrower end of each drumette, carefully cut through the skin and meat all the way around to the bone. With your fingers, push the skin and meat down to the opposite end to form a plump lollipop shape. Put the prepped wings in a mixing bowl. Add the white and some of the green parts of the green onions, along with the garlic, ginger, peanut oil, pepper flakes (if you like) and salt. Toss well. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or up to overnight. For the sauce, heat a wok or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the peanut oil. When the oil shimmers, add the chiles and cook until they darken, about 1 minute. Stir in the sugar, vinegar, garlic, soy sauce, sambal and ginger. Boil until reduced by half, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in the sesame oil. Set aside 1 cup (250 mL), refrigerating the rest for another use. Too cook the wings in an automatic deep-fryer, heat several inches of peanut oil to 350 F (175 C); or heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 375 F (190 C) on a deep-frying thermometer. Meanwhile, stir together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Lightly dredge the wings in the slurry, then carefully place in the oil, taking care not to overcrowd. Cook until golden brown, about 10 minutes; then drain on paper towels. In a wok or saute pan, bring the 1 cup (250 mL) of sauce to a boil and turn off the heat. Toss or turn the wings in the sauce. Using tongs, arrange the chicken wings on a platter. Spoon the sauce left in the pan over them. Garnish with cilantro sprigs and sliced scallion greens. Serve immediately.
(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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