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November 19, 2016

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Recognizing Veterans’ Sacrifices For Freedoms MANCHESTER – Continuing a proud annual tradition in Manchester Township, local United States ser v ice members were honored during a moving Veterans Day ceremony at the Municipal Complex on November 11, 2016.

During his keynote address, Mayor Kenneth Palmer recogni zed the enormous sacrifices veterans and their families make to protect the freedoms all Americans enjoy. He touched upon the upcoming peaceful transition to a new United States President, which is proud tradition that endures because of service members fighting to protect cherished American ideals.

“That tradition, that honor, that incredible show of democracy is true still today thanks to the veterans and their families,” Mayor Palmer said. Bert Kaye, chairman of Manchester Township’s Veterans Advisory Committee, offered opening remarks

MANCHESTER DREDGES ITS LAKES

–Photo by Jennifer Peacock Manchester has dredged both its lakes,as it does routinely. Officials said it could also help bacteria issues that resulted in closures over summer.

By Jennifer Peacock MANCHESTER – With both lakes in town being dredged, the township and county hope to find some answers as to what caused high levels of pollutant in the water much of the summer, which forced the closing of Harry Wright Lake for weeks.

“We are working in conjunction with the Ocean County Health Department to try and ascertain why the fecal coliform levels are high in both lakes,” public works director Al Yodakis told The Manchester Times. “We don’t know the extent of how the bottom looks yet. From what we can see they do not appear ‘dirtier’ but the coliform levels are not necessarily related to something that is ‘visible.’”

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

–Photos courtesy Manchester Township The annual Veterans Day ceremony at town hall featured a keynote address from Mayor Ken Palmer. Among the events, organizers distributed commemorative pins to veterans in attendance.

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$10,200 STEM Grant To Manchester Schools

MANCHESTER – Manchester Township High School and Middle School will be able to expand their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) initiatives, thanks to a $10,200 grant from NAVAIR Lakehurst.

The grant will provide for the creation of a makerspace at MTHS, the purchase of 3-D

printers and robotics supplies, and stipends for after-school support. Haidy Oliveira, an Aerospace Engineer and Educational Outreach Coordinator for NAVAIR, presented the grant to MTHS Physics Teacher Pat White and MTMS STEM Teacher Maura Simister at the October 19, 2016 Board of

Education meeting.

Oliveira said that NAVAIR has a goal of increasing interest in STEM education and careers. She said they have worked with Manchester students in numerous programs and are pleased to continue and expand their support. “We are very impressed by

Manchester,” she said.

“I want to thank Haidy Oliveira and NAVAIR for supporting the Manchester Twp. School district for the past 6 years,” remarked White. “It’s because of their awesome local outreach that we have a (STEM - See Page 7)

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their safety for bathers. The county’s salt water and brackish water—partly salty, partly fresh—is tested every Monday and its creeks, ponds and lakes each Tuesday.

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

An advisory is issued at the fi rst high count. If a second high count is read the following day, the OCHD closes the beach until the bacteria levels return to normal.

Harry Wright Lake closed on July 20 and both shores remained closed for weeks afterward.

The Manchester Times spoke to Leslie Terjesen, public information officer for the OCHD, back in the summer about Manchester’s high readings.

“They feel the cause of the bacteria is from non-point sources, meaning there’s not one big polluter in one spot both near the lake and upstream. They haven’t noted anything out of the ordinary at the beach itself,” Terjesen said. “The lake receives water that flows from streams and also the lake spills water into streams and creeks that flow away from it. The probable causes include storm water runoff, domestic animal waste, water fowl waste, specifically geese.”

The region had a long, dry spell followed by heavy rains. Water temperature, wind

The Manchester Times, November 19, 2016, Page 5 direction and fair weather all played a part as well as to how quickly water recovers from high bacteria counts.

The dredging isn’t in reaction to the bad summer, but a part of the routine the township maintains to clean the lakes. They receive a lake lowering permit from the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife, Bureau of Freshwater Fisheries, part of the NJDEP. Barring extreme circumstances, the dredging must be done in the fall, per bureau documents.

The body of water must only be lowered enough so the crew can do its work, and a pool of water must be maintained to support fish that live there.

Pine Lake is lowered through two sluice gates that run through its dam. Harry Wright Lake is lowered through an outlet structure near Lake Road, Yodakis said.

He said DPW will clean the beaches and portions of the lakes that are exposed by the lowering. The work will take several months and be a minimal cost to the township.

“There are no costs substantial outside of our time and labor,” he said.

Once the work is done, the sluices and structure are closed, and tributary streams fill up the lakes to capacity.

The township expects that Harry Wright Lake will be open for business as usual, but cannot put a time frame on when Pine Lake might be swimmable again.

“We hope that someday the lake will be open and are trying to move toward that goal,” Yodakis said.

The Manchester Times spoke to council

vice president Samuel Fusaro back in April about the possibility of making Pine Lake swimmable again.

“There are two major challenges with Pine Lake that ultimately lead to its closing,” Council Vice President Samuel Fusaro said.

Tens of thousands of acres of forest drain into the Toms River and flow into Pine Lake, such as the Blacks Branch and Old Hurricane Branch that run though Whiting; the Heritage Minerals tract and flow into Lake Horicon, the Union Branch that leaves from Lake Horicon, joins with the Manapaque Branch that flowed through the Joint Base and parts of Burlington County and then flows through Leisure Village West on its route to Pine Lake; and the Ridgeway Branch that ultimately flows into Pine Lake after miles of running parallel with Route 571 into Jackson and then bears west into New Egypt and other parts of Burlington.

He continued: “Each year, the constant flow of these streams brings vast amounts of sand and other storm water run-off materials that settle to the lake bottom decreasing its depth. The run off also brings various contaminants including animal waste bacteria (and possibly human where the Branches

run through septic tank communities). The second is the large geese population that has plagued Pine Lake since the mid 80’s but has become much worse in recent years.

We have all seen the large amount of geese dropping at the lakes. These piles, full of bacteria, seep into the soils and ultimately the lake.”

Back in the 1990s a Lake Committee was established and headed by biochemist Dr. Sidney Goff, a resident of Leisure Knoll.

That committee developed an action plan that was carried out in-house to determine the condition of the lake.

“The water testing revealed a great deal of useful information: One, the bacteria counts varied significantly throughout the lake samples, but were usually the highest at the 3 beach sites and the head waters where streams flow into the Lake, Two, the bacteria count throughout the Lake spiked the day after any significant rain fall and usually receding to normal about 1-2 days later, and three, the counts rose steadily as the water temperature rose through July and August with the greatest rise in both temperature and count being in the beach areas,” Fusaro said.

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White said she is most excited about getting funding for 3-D printers and to begin a makerspace in the physics lab that will give students access to design tools they may not have at home. “With students having access to 3-D printers they will have the ability to design tangible objects as far as their imagination takes them,” she said.

“I do not believe that NAVAIR understands how many student hands, minds and hearts they have touched in the past 6 years. Many of our past graduates from these clubs have gone on to STEM related college and careers, or to STEM fields right after high school. We so appreciate your support in helping us mold our future.”

Simister remarked, “I would like thank NAVAIR, Ms. Haidy Oliveira, Mr. Gaetan –Photo courtesy Manchester Township Board of Education Mangano, and Ms. NAVAIR Engineer Haidy Oliveira (right) presents STEM Lawson. You have grant to MTHS Physics Teacher Pat White (center) and provided Manchester MTMS STEM Teacher Maura Simister (left).

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–Photos courtesy Manchester Township The annual Veterans Day ceremony was held in front of town hall, attended by veterans, local officials, their families and the public.

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and, along with Mayor Palmer, presented commemorative pins to the many veterans in attendance It was a moving morning of remembrances featuring performances from The Singing Raconteurs, as well as a memorable rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” by singer Cassidy Gobel. Bagpiper John Giblin provided music as the Manchester Township Police Department Honor Guard performed the Presentation of Colors.

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This (grant) will allow the students of Manchester to acquire the necessary skills to become active learners in our global community.”

Board of Education President, Donald Webster, Jr., thanked Oliveira and NAVAIR for their support. He mentioned that they also provide scholarships for Manchester students pursuing STEM careers. “Their end game is to produce more scientists and engineers,” he said.

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Opinion

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Editorial Every Day Should Be Veteran’s Day

November 11 was Veteran’s Day. A day set aside to appreciate all that the nation’s men and women in u nifor m have done for this country and its people.

I n 1919, i n celebration of the end of World War I, President Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the country’s first “Armistice Day” saying, “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…”

Armistice Day was origi nally a d ay to honor solely veterans of World War I but with an amendment to the Act of 1938, on June 1, 1954, Veteran’s Day was born, a day honoring not just those who fought in WWI, but veterans of all wars.

Veteran’s Day is a time to celebrate America’s

veterans for their sacrifices, their sense of duty and love of country and its people. These brave men and women left the comfort of their homes, the love of their family and friends, to fight to protect the rights of the citizens of this nation given to us by our forefathers. And for that we must thank them. And thank them not just on this day but every day.

Every day should be Veteran’s Day. We should always pay t r ibute to those who put themselves in harm’s way and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. In many cases, these heroes not only served the country, but many now ser ve their communities in various capacities.

With all that they have given us, the very least we can do is reach out and shake the hand of a veteran. Let them know that we are grateful and their sacrifices have not gone unnoticed or unappreciated. They have earned our respect and need to be shown that every day. So today, and every day, thank a vet.

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Letters To The Editor Thank You I am honored and grateful to have the chance to represent South Jersey in Congress for another term.

With the support of my family, and our incredible constituents and volunteers, we have another two years to bring South Jersey values and priorities back to Washington and create change.

With the contentious politics of the presidential election behind us, our focus will remain on the issues that matter in South Jersey.

Together we can support small businesses and their workers with pro-growth policies, tackle the heroin epidemic, keep faith with our veterans, protect the Joint Base and hold the federal government accountable. I care about our path forward, and I pledge to continue representing New Jersey’s Third Congressional district to the best of my abilities.

Tom MacArthur U.S. Congressman, NJ District 3

Abuse Of Power?

I live in a 55 and over community in Jackson. I’d like to share with you a disturbing situation I find myself in with the hopes of alerting other residents that may encounter similar harassment.

I am a Donald Trump supporter. Once I legally displayed Donald Trump lawn signs on my property, my house suddenly came under special scrutiny for violations. Having had ex-

perience with other community associations (a board member in Florida) I have seen first-hand how this selective rule enforcement and abuse of power takes place.

Usually, one resident with a hidden agenda reports an alleged violation to the Association. Of course we never know who that person is, because cowards prefer to hide in the shadows and have others do his or her dirty work. This behavior is not in the true spirit of why you have rules and regulations in communities such as mine.

Rules and regulations should never be used to carry out personal vendetta because someone doesn’t like your politics. What’s next for this coward? Maybe the color of your skin; religion; ethnicity? Am I going to be targeted at Christmas time if I choose to celebrate my holiday by displaying a religious symbol on my lawn?

Let us all speak out against bigotry and injustice and come together in harmony in the greatest country in world.

Joe Pancila Jackson

Sand, Shoaling, And No Money There is another major failure to act on the part of New Jersey’s government and the Governor.

Following Hurricane Sandy, FEMA showed up with a Waterway Remediation Grant of several hundred millions to get rid of the dune sand that had been pushed across

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the barrier islands into the neighborhood lagoons, marinas, creeks, waterways and the Bays themselves. While NJ DEP did an excellent job removing large pieces od debris sich as cars, houses, pilings, etc. that were in the waterways, they didn’t touch the sand saying “sand was not debris” even though sand was specifically listed as eligible in the Grant.

One marina in Holgate, Beach Haven was fully remediated at great cost but not one other marina or lagoon on Long Beach Island was touched. The shoaling of the lagoon I live on reduced the value of my property and I won a tax appeal on that basis. Others have as well. I attended 3 Govenor’s Town Hall Meetings and was called during two of them to ask my questions. I asked the same questions at each meeting having to do with the continued shoal conditions in New Jersey’s coastal waterways after Sandy.

Governor Christie stood six feet from me both times and insisted that a completed restoration program was active and had full funding. He had DEP Commisioner Bob Martin call me the evening after the Town Hall Meeting to “confirm.” Martin did call but he did not “confirm.” He was so nervous on that call that I could hardly understand him. He gave me 35 minutes of BS and the call was ended.

I found out from a senior DEP manager that the remediation contracts had all been cancelled as of June 30, 2013 and FEMA quietly took the money back. There was no “hugging the prez” when FEMA grabbed back the funding. In fact, there was

no press release either.

Both of the Town Hall Meetings that I attended, Haddon Heights and Moorestown, were held long after the needed programs were scrubbed.

Capt. Lindsay Fuller Beach Haven

NJ Voters Done With Politicians Both Lt. Governor Guadagno and Democrat Phil Murphy chose to circumvent NJ election law by not filing with NJ E.LE.C., and instead used a nonprofit organization to advertise their names prior to their assumed run for governor.

The Lt. Governor hasn’t announced her known by most run for governor, but raises money from unknown donors benefiting her future run for governor with the nonprofit.

Unlike filing with NJ E.L.E.C. the nonprofit donors are not public record.

This also enables the Lt. Governor to continue to benefit from her position as Lt. Governor, while using the non-profit to advertise her future candidacy. This is why New Jersey voters are done with career politicians and the games they play with election law.

In leaked emails, Democrat Phil Murphy actually admitted using the nonprofit to benefit his run for Governor prior to his announcement.

The Lt. Governor is the Secretary of Elections and should know better! This makes it very difficult for the average Joe to compete on a level playing field in the New Jersey election process.

Joseph Rudy Rullo Ocean County Candidate for Governor

Make Yourself Heard

The people of Manchester face an array of issues – taxes, traffic, the environment, education. Issues that will impact Manchester for years to come. And no doubt you have something to say about them.

So what can you do to ensure that your voice gets heard?

First and foremost, town council meetings. Let your of-

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You can also write letters to the editor to papers like ours.

People follow their local papers and by writing about important issues, you spark vital discussion on topics that affect your life.

Don’t allow yours to be a lone voice in the wilderness.

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Capitol Comments 10th Legislative District - Serving Manchester

Senator Jim Holzapfel Assemblyman David Wolfe • Assemblyman Gregory McGuckin

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Legislation To Improve Barnegat Bay Water Quality Clears Committee

NEW JERSEY – Legislation to improve the water quality at the Barnegat Bay sponsored by Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Dave Wolfe and Greg McGuckin (all R-10) has passed the Senate Environment and Energy Committee. The bill S-1160/A-1312, provides

State income tax credit for the removal of lawns near the Barnegat Bay in an effort to reduce the amount of fertilizers, pesticides and other chemical agents that flow into the bay and its tributaries.

“Throughout the year the Barnegat Bay is enjoyed by

local residents and tourists especially during the summer months when the bay sees an increase of boaters and bathers,” said Holzapfel.

“The pollution in the bay is detrimental to our state’s economic, aesthetic and recreational value.”

Residents who live with-

in 1,000 feet of Barnegat Bay and its tributaries who replace grass lawns with stone, crushed shells or other similar materials are eligible for an annual tax credit.

“The purpose of this bill is to provide incentives to property owners to reduce the amount of lawn fertilizer

and other chemical agents used in landscaping that flow into the Barnegat Bay,” continued Wolfe.

Property owners who either replace their lawns or already have lawns with existing stone or crushed shell lawns would be eligible for a recurring annual tax credit

of $250 against the State income tax.

“It is believed that excess nitrogen from fertilizers is the main cause of the degradation of the bay’s waters and ecosystems,” added McGuckin. “We must preserve the bay to keep it clean for future generations to enjoy.”

Capitol Comments

10th Legislative District - Serving Manchester Senator Jim Holzapfel

OCEAN COUNTY – A bill sponsored by Senator Jim Holzapfel (R- Ocean) to prevent possible terror attacks by ensuring all commercial vehicles have the proper signage and identification was advanced by the Senate Transportation Committee.

OCEA N COU NT Y – Ocean County clerk Scott M. Colabella has been elected secretary of the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey.

“I am honored to have been selected by my peers for this position,” Colabella said. “I look forward to serving the Association as its secretary for this one year term.”

COANJ was organized in 1920 to establish a cooperative effort among the Sheriffs, County Clerks, Surrogates and Registers of Deeds and Mortgages of the 21 counties in New Jersey to improve services rendered to their respective constituents and to advocate for the offices while advancing and

Holzapfel Bill Would Ensure Marked Commercial Vehicles

“I’m constantly seeing unmarked box trucks driving around, and it can make you feel a little uneasy,” Holzapfel said. “Without the proper markings, you can never know who the operator is or if they’re trying to hide something. It’s a public

safety risk that we can eliminate if we more adequately enforce our existing laws.”

Current law requires the owner of a commercial vehicle to conspicuously display the name of the vehicle’s owner and the municipality of the owner’s principal place

of business. The sign has to be in plain view and must be at least three inches high.

The penalty for a violation of this law is currently a $10 fine. The legislation, S-2513, increases the fine for these violations to $250 for the first offense, $500 for the

second offense and $1,000 for a third or subsequent offense.

The legislation has the added effect of protecting consumers by giving them the ability to identify the businesses they contract to do work for them.

Ocean County Clerk Elected Secretary Of COANJ

implementing new tools and programs for citizens.

“Scott does an excellent job for Ocean County and its residents,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly, who serves as liaison to the County Clerk. “As County Clerk, he has implemented new programs and services to our citizens, including our veterans.

“He makes certain the services of his office are easily accessible to all residents of the County,” Kelly said.

Association officers are nominated by a bipartisan committee of constitutional officers and then elected and installed annually.

In addition to Colabella, the newly installed officers

included Middlesex County Clerk Elaine Flynn, President, Cumberland County Sheriff Robert Austino, Vice President and Hunterdon County Clerk Mary Melfi, Treasurer.

“All of the Constitutional Officers are responsible for providing various services to the public within their respective counties and work together to promote shared services to better serve our constituents,” Colabella said. “COANJ is a vital bipartisan organization that works with State Legislators and other elected officials to ensure that legislation affecting counties has a positive impact on the residents represented in

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each County.”

Colabella, Barnegat Light, served as Deputy County Clerk for seven years before his election as the County Clerk.

He is the 17th person to serve as County Clerk since Ocean County was

incorporated in 1850. As one of Ocean Count y’s Constitutional Officers, Colabella is responsible for the administration of a broad range of services of fered by t he Cou nt y Clerk’s Off ice, including the supervision of the

“This will help consumers verify who is pulling up to their house and prevent scam artists from operating anonymously,” Senator Holzapfel said. “If $10 isn’t enough to get businesses to follow the law, then we need to raise the penalty.”

f iling and recording of all documents affecting real estate ownership and transfer throughout the County, assisting residents i n obt ai n i ng passpor t s for foreign travel and the administration of all elections in Ocean County.

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Crestwood Village III Events

WHITING – Crestwood Village III will hold its annual Christmas tree lighting on December 3. The festivities will include singing Christmas carols and enjoying cookies and hot chocolate.

The village will have its holiday dance on December 10 from 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased November 21 and 28 and December 5 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Rd. There will be table set-ups, dessert, and coffee or tea. Music will be provided by DJ

Mare. For further information, call Cornelia at 732-350-6128.

On January 20, the village will have its popular pizza night from 5 to 8 p.m. Music will be provided by Side Car Charlie. Menu will include salad two slices of pizza, soda, dessert, coffee or tea. The price is $10 per person.

Tickets will be sold on January 2 and 9 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Unity Hall.

For more information about the pizza night, call Bill at 732-569-8042 or Jack at 732-9414664.

Manchester Incumbents Hold Seats

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Township council incumbents held their seats against challengers who had the backing of Mayor Kenneth Palmer.

Council president James A. Vaccaro Sr. received 10,075 votes. Council vice president Sam. F. Fusaro Jr. received 9,271 votes.

Councilman Charles L. Frattini Sr. received 8,700 votes.

Challenger Felicia Finn received 7,586 votes.

William Foor received 6,923 votes. Anne M. Markovski received 7,364 votes.

Officials reported 37 write-in votes.

Long time Board of Education member James Kenneth Pate lost his seat to newcomer Patrick Barry, 9,364 to 5,122. Incumbent Jackie Bermudez kept her seat with 8,429 votes.

There were 61 write-in votes.

Travel Bocce Presents Azalea Festival In Virginia WHITING – The Travel Bocce Club will host a trip from April 27 through 30 to the Azalea Festival in Virginia.

The four day, three night package includes many outings.

The cost is $559 double and $758 single.

A $75 deposit due upon sign-up. Every-

thing is nonrefundable unless the trip is cancelled.

Tickets can be purchased every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to noon at the Village V clubhouse, 325 Schoolhouse Rd, Whiting.

For more information, call Debbie at 201618-8514 or Lorraine at 732-642-2917.

Whitesbog Tours

BROWNS MILLS – Whitesbog hosts family hikes throughout the year. The cost is $5 per group.

Hikes will also be hosted on January 13, March 10, May 12 and July 14.

Whitesbog is located at 120 West Whitesbog Rd. For more information, call 609-893-4646 or visit whitesbog.org.

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WWII Bomber Awarded Silver Star

JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST – A World War II bomber pilot has finally been given his proper recognition for his actions during a bombing raid more than 70 years ago.

Maj. William “Joe” Schneider was awarded the Silver Star during a ceremony there on November 1 for his actions while commanding an 18-plane bombing raid on Feb. 23, 1945 over Italy. U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center commander Maj. Gen. Christopher Bence presided over the ceremony.

“I don’t think I deserve what they’re proposing for me to get, but I think it’s good for generations to come to be able to understand what happened,” Schneider said.

At that time, Schneider was assigned to the 310th Bombardment Group, and his unit was known as the “Bridge Busters” because they bombed bridges in Italy to slow down the supply lines and the German’s ability to provide reinforcements to the Italian peninsula.

During the mission, Schneider was responsible for not only directing the bombardment mission, but also the safety of all men in his formation. As his formation approached the heavily defended rail link at Dogna, Italy, an extremely accurate anti-aircraft barrage enveloped the B-25s, severely crippling Schneider’s plane and damaging many other bombers in his formation. With his right engine not functioning, the propeller control mechanism inoperative as well as the airspeed indicator destroyed and a smashed elevator trim tab, Schneider led all the bombardiers to drop their payloads on the communications point.

Afterward, Schneider contacted an air sea rescue unit to be continuously updated with accurate bearings of their location and communicated with a fellow B-25 aircrew in his formation and relayed to his pilot vital information to assist with the return flight. During

the landing procedure, Schneider assisted the pilot with a successful emergency crash landing and with the safe return of all his crew members.

“It’s not often you get to stand in the presence of a true hero,” said Bence. “A man who not only answered his nations call, but whose actions directly saved the lives of fellow Americans and helped defeat the Axis powers.”

Schneider was told by his commanders that his actions warranted being awarded the Silver Star, but the paperwork was lost with the Army in the rush to close down the war. However, with the support of his children and Congressman Scott Garret, 5th District of New Jersey, Schneider was finally able to get proper recognition.

After returning home in February of 1946, Schneider went back to Fordham University to finish his degree. While in school he met his wife, Lucille and raised eight children in the house he lives in to this day. He now has 22 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

“The strength of family life and the holding together of each generation, that’s the glue that keeps it all together,” said Schneider addressing the audience during the ceremony.

Schneider enlisted in the Army in November 1941, one month before the attack on Pearl Harbor. Before reporting to Maxwell Field, Alabama, Schneider earned his private pilot’s license and upon arriving, he was selected to become a military aviator.

“Even before the war, I wanted to be in the sky,” said Schneider. “With that pilot’s license, I was pushed to the front of the line to become an Army Air Corps pilot.”

In just two years, Schneider advanced from second lieutenant to major and became a squadron and group commander, in charge of 72 aircraft. During his service, he earned the Air Medal with 11 oak leaf clusters and the Distinguished Flying Cross.

Holiday Flutes

WHITING – Christ Lutheran Church, 40 Schoolhouse Rd. will host “Holiday Flutes,” a performance by Elaine Petrosino Watson and her flute students, at 2 p.m. on December 4.

They will play a selection of traditional and modern Christmas music.

Light refreshments will be served. A free will offering will be collected.

Lakehurst Incumbents Run Unopposed LAKEHURST – Incumbents in both Lakehurst elections ran unopposed and easily kept their seats.

Councilmen Stephen Childers and Steven Oglesby won, with 613 and 583 votes re-

spectively. Officials reported 28 write-in votes.

In the Board of Education race, Board vice president David W. Burton received 480 votes. There were 7 write-in votes.

Chattanooga Trip

WHITING – The Travel Bocce will host a trip to Chattanooga Choo Choo on October 15 through 20.

The cost is $814 double, $1073 single. A $75 deposit due upon sign-up.

The deposit is nonrefundable unless the trip is cancelled. Trip insurance is available.

For details, call Debbie at 201-618-8514 or Lorraine at 732-642-2917.

Winter Coat Drive MANCHESTER – Through December 7, Manchester Township is working with Jersey Cares to collected clean, used coats for donation. Coats are needed for men, women and

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Coats can be dropped off in the town hall lobby, 1 Colonial Drive.

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Students Learn Fire Safety

–Photo courtesy Lakehurst School District LAKEHURST – Third graders in Mrs. Narozniak’s class at Lakehurst Elementary School learned about fire safety in the mobile classroom hosted by the Lakehurst Volunteer Fire Department.

Kevin’s Kids Toy Drive

MANCHESTER – Kevin’s Kids Toy Drive will be held on November 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Pine Lake Park Club House located on Morningside Avenue.

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NARFE Meeting

MANCHESTER – The National Association of Retired Federal Employees, Greater Lakehurst Chapter 1619, will meet November 21 at 1 p.m. at Manchester Town Hall, 1 Colonial Drive.

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An election of officers will be held. The group also needs volunteers for legislation, welfare committee and help refreshments committee.

For more information, call Bill at 732-3501761.

Resident Club Village V Flea Market

WHITING – The Resident Club Village V will hold a flea market on December 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 325 Schoolhouse Rd. The groups hosts a flea market every third

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Drivers’ Refresher Course Offered

By The Orchards At Bartley JACKSON – The Orchards at Bartley is hosting an AARP Driver’s Refresher Course, called Smart Driver, on November 21. The class will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at The Orchards, 100 N. County Line Rd. The AARP Driver Safety Course is a classroom-style refresher that will update participant’s driving knowledge and skills.

Participants will learn to avoid traffic violations and prevent accidents. The class will help drivers drive more safely, and be more alert, when behind the wheel. Moreover, the participants that complete this refresher course are eligible to receive discounts on

their auto insurance.

The fee for the class for AARP members is $15, and for non-AARP members it is $20. There are benefits to taking this class.

The participants that complete this refresher course are eligible to receive auto insurance discounts, and if you have four or less points, two points will be removed. The course is good for three years. Seating is limited for the class, so registration is required. There will also be light refreshments served.

Anyone interested in attending should call The Orchards at Bartley at 732-730-1700 by November 18.

Resident Club Village V Dance WHITING – The Resident Club will hold a dance on December 2 from 7 to 11 p.m. at 325 Schoolhouse Rd. Music will be by Don Pesce.

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Celebrate National Native American Heritage

BRICK – Ocean County Library will celebrate the many cultures of America’s indigenous population as it recognizes National Native American Heritage Month in November.

The Brick Branch, 301 Chambers Bridge Rd., will go through 15,000 years of American Indian history found in our computer database “American Indian History Online” at 10:30 a.m. on November 29.

Patrons can search the database by tribe,

cultural area, or time period for the latest information. The database videos examine the cultures and spirituality of Native Americans, their political leaders, artists and crafts people, and the treaties, controversies and court cases that have shaped the relationships between both groups.

To register for the computer demonstration, call the branch, 732-477-4513, or visit the library’s website, theoceancountylibrary.org.

Vets Get Free Dental Screening

OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean Health Initiatives, a federally qualified health center with locations in Ocean County, is providing a free dental screening and cleaning to U.S. veterans now through November 30 in its Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor, and Toms River health centers.

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Finally, in most practices, follow-up services, including cleaning and adjustments, should be included in the overall price of the instruments.

Remember that overall value is in the eyes if the beholder. Try to avoid “come-on” ads that seem too good to be true. In general, cheaper hearing aids will come with a significantly smaller “value packages.”

Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-818-3610 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com.

Color Your Plate The Color Of Autumn

NEW JERSEY – The season of outdoor BBQs and picnics is ending, but we can still have fun with our food. The Autumn season brings a variety of seasonal fruits and produce that are good for the heart and the brain.

“Fall is a great time to incorporate vegetables and fruits into your diet,” states Joan Helfman, registered nurse and chair of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association Northern NJ Board of Directors. “Adding colorful options to your plate like apples, brussels sprouts, broccoli, pears and kale can help reduce your risk for stroke.”

According to the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, fruits and vegetables with color contain vitamins, minerals, fiber and phytochemicals that have different disease-fighting elements. These compounds may be important in reducing the risk of many con-

ditions, including stroke—our nation’s No. 5 leading cause of death and leading cause of long term disability. The Association recommends at least 4-5 servings per day of fruits and vegetables based on a 2000 calorie diet as part of a healthy lifestyle that can lower the risk for this deadly disease.

Seasonal produce is often more abundant and more affordable—helping to take a strain off the pocketbook as well.

Nearly 70 percent of American adults are obese and one in three children considered overweight or obese. It’s important to take control of the diet by making healthy choices.

Obesity is a major—yet controllable—risk factor for stroke and heart disease. Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, lean meats and fiber-rich grains can help ensure a healthy waistline.

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

Cramp Bark Eases Vexing Stomach Aches And Monthly Cramps

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Last week I was tearing apart my kitchen cabinet looking for asafoetida spice, when my eye fell on a screwtop glass jar filled with little chunks of brown “cramp” bark. I confess my kitchen pantry resembles Aladdin’s cave of precious herbs and spices. Some of these I keep for medicinal reasons, and others are to season recipes. Most of time there is overlap because everything I cook is medicinally infused somehow.

So this is how I came to use cramp bark. It felt like synchronicity, because my husband Sam was complaining of stomach cramps that afternoon. And here I had just found a glass jar containing cramp bark in my cabinet. I threw a tablespoon of the little pieces of broken-up bark into a saucepan and added about 2 cups of water. Then I set it to simmer for 10 minutes, after which I presented Sam with a steaming cramp bark infusion, sweetened with honey.

Call it cramp bark tea, although the recipe can change based upon desired potency.

Within 10 minutes, it completely relieved his vexing stomach ache and we were both a little surprised. He fell asleep peacefully. (Note to self: Give him this stuff tomorrow night when he crawls in to bed at midnight replaying the presidential debate on his iPhone).

Herbalists know this herb can relax smooth muscles, like those of the intestines, bladder, and uterus, as well as striated muscle, such as skeletal muscle.

Cramp bark, known botanically as Viburnum opulus has vivid-colored berries which can be used to create red ink. Healers have used cramp bark

for arthritic pain, backache, menstrual cramps, cramping due to irritable bowel syndrome, urinary pain, and muscle spasms (such as a cricked neck).

Because of its calming effect on the nervous system, cramp bark is sometimes also used as a mild sedative for nervous tension.

One of the most popular uses for cramp bark is to provide relief from monthly menstrual pain. The discomfort ranges from blessedly mild, to requiring narcotics (hydrocodone) or non-steroidals (naproxen or ibuprofen) just to get through ‘that time of the month.’ Cramp bark can ‘unwind’ uterine tension.

For those of you suffering from regular or chronic pain caused by spasms, back pain or monthly cramps, consider adding cramp bark to your herbal medicine cabinet. Ask a holistic doctor first. I’d avoid conventional prescribed painkillers for as long as you can, because they have highly undesirable side effects including heart disease, constipation, neuronal degeneration and/or addiction. Plus, the way I see it, you are just removing one problem and ushering in new ones.

I’ve archived a comprehensive version of this article at my website suzycohen. com, so sign up for my newsletter and I’ll email it. Cramp bark comes as an herbal tincture and capsule, as well as dried bark that you can steep with water to make tea.

If you are sensitive or allergic to aspirin, I’d recommend that you avoid cramp bark because of its salicin content. If you take blood thinners (Coumadin, Plavix and others), then cramp bark is not recommended.

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

Multi-State Bloodstream Infection Outbreak

NEW JERSEY – As part of a multi-state outbreak of B. cepacia bloodstream infections associated with contaminated prefilled IV flush solution, New Jersey has 33 confirmed cases of bloodstream infections among residents of 15 nursing homes in eight counties. No deaths have been reported in New Jersey as part of this outbreak. An

investigation is continuing with the CDC, FDA and several state health departments.

The product, manufactured by Nurse Assist in Texas, has been voluntarily recalled.

One confirmed case has been found in Ocean County.

For more information on B. cepacia, visit cdc.gov/HAI/organisms/bCepacia.html.

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New Jersey Natural Gas Announces Holiday Energy Hog Promotion

WALL – New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) will have its Holiday Energy Hog Promotion on Facebook. Each Tuesday, from now to December 6, a photo of the Energy Hog will be posted on Facebook.com/ NewJerseyNaturalGas, along with a holiday themed energy-saving tip. For every “like”

each photo gets on the NJNG Facebook page, NJNG will donate $1, up to $10,000, to the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties and the Interfaith Food Pantry in Morris County to help fight hunger in our service territory. Participants will learn helpful ways to save on their energy bills

this holiday season, while raising money for a good cause.

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“We’re delighted the Energy Hog will be busy this holiday season spreading some cheer and helping people learn more about how they can save energy and money,” said Scott Thach, vice president at the Alliance to Save Energy, a national advocacy group promoting energy efficiency. “It’s hard to think of two more noble causes than fighting hunger and being more efficient with our energy resources, and New Jersey Natural Gas should be commended for their leadership in doing both.”

“Regardless of how you celebrate this season, holiday bills can add up quickly. We are happy to share some great advice to help reduce energy bills through this promotion.

Plus it shows the types of the energy-saving tips NJNG shares on social media throughout the year,” added Anne-Marie Peracchio, director of conservation and energy policy at NJNG.

Ocean County Cultural Summit

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Cultural Summit will take place on November 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bishop Building, 101 Washington St. in Toms River.

The meeting will help shape Ocean County policy for an Ocean County Cultural Plan 2017-2026.

It will be facilitated by Brian C. Crockett.

Individual artists and historians, art, dance and cultural studios, teachers, professors and mentors, concerned citizens representatives of nonprofit art, culture and history organizations, are welcome.

For more information, call 732-929-4779 or email culturalheritage@co.ocean.nj.us.

Ocean County Library ThanksgivingWeekend Schedule

TOMS RIVER – All branches of the Ocean County Library will close at 5 p.m. on November 23. All branches will be closed on November 24 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

On November 25 the Barnegat, Brick, Jackson, Lakewood, Manchester, Stafford and Toms River branches only will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

All library branches will open November 26.

The library encourages customers to use the library’s online resources including: databases, ebooks and emagazines, and online classes that are available 24/7 through its website, theoceancountylibrary.org.

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FARMINGDALE – Nearly 220 people, including statewide community leaders John Lloyd, Hackensack Meridian President & CEO and Utilities and Transportation Contractors Association CEO, Bob Briant Jr., gathered for the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation Salute to Patriotism Gala on October 27 at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club in Farmingdale. This year’s gala honoree was New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney, recognized from the podium by speakers throughout the evening for his unwavering, proactive advocacy on behalf of veterans.

Sweeney’s record of support of veterans and their families was spotlighted by Jack Ford, Emmy and Peabody award-winning broadcast journalist and native son of New Jersey. Ford reprised his tradition of holding an ‘interview’ with the gala’s honoree and opened the conversation by crediting Sweeney for securing a $250,000 grant from the State of New Jersey to improve the Vietnam Era Museum & Education Center at the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial.

When Ford asked about the effort it took to get the grant approved, Sweeney replied, “It really wasn’t hard, Jack. All our New Jersey legislators really understand and appreciate the contributions and sacrifices of our service men and women. I mean, don’t get me wrong,” Sweeney continued with a chuckle, “We fight like hell at times, but when it comes to our veterans, party doesn’t matter. We came together – even the Governor who was very

–Photo courtesy NJ Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation Award-winning journalist, Jack Ford, left, with Gala honoree, New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney. supportive – and made it happen.”

Ford concluded the interview by reading a letter addressed to the Foundation and everyone in the room, from Corey A. Booker, U.S. Senator for New Jersey. Booker paid tribute to the veterans and thanked them and their families for their service to their country.

Monmouth County Freeholder, John Curley, also took the stage, presenting a proclamation to Foundation Chairman Clark Martin and Foundation Executive Director, Bill Linderman, that declared October 27th, New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation Day. A full list of sponsors is available on the Foundation’s website at njvvmf.org.

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Civil Rights Groups Challenge R.C. Shea & Assoc. Using PARCC Tests For Graduation

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Why is it so important to report an accident? It is so important that the failure to report an accident can result in high fines and even the suspension of your driver’s license for up to one year. An accident is not only between vehicles driving on the road, but also includes a collision between a moving vehicle and a parked vehicle. No matter how gentle the collision or how slow the vehicles were moving, the involved parties should never leave the scene.

Even the most minor accident which may be deemed “just a tap” can result in the issuance of a summons. No matter how minor the accident, it is best for all parties to exchange information and, if necessary, contact the police for assistance. First, all vehicles involved should pull off the road to a safe area in order to protect themselves and other drivers on the road. Next, exchange insurance information and, if an insurance claim has to be made, it is important to have the necessary insurance information so the damaged vehicle can be repaired and the insurance companies can make the appropriate payments. Of course, in many cases the parties agree that the damage is minor, no repairs are necessary and, therefore, no claims have to be made.

Further, it may be determined that the police do not need to be called in to make an accident report. However, all the parties involved should make that decision.

In the unlucky event of an accident where the vehicle that caused the accident leaves the scene, the process is

quite serious. If the d r iver of t he d a maged veh icle or a n eyewitness is able to take down the license Dina M. Vicari Esq. plate number and/or a description of the vehicle, the person leaving the scene can assume that he/she will receive a summons in the mail or even a visit from the local police department. If that occurs, it is more than likely that two summonses will be issued. The first summons will be for failure to report an accident and the second summons will be for leaving the scene of an accident. The latter summons is more serious and carries a mandatory loss of license for one year.

The former carries a fine which can range in amount, but will more than likely cost more than $150.

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The lawsuit was filed in New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division, on October 21 on behalf of the Latino Action Network (LAN), the Latino Coalition of New Jersey (LCNJ), the Paterson Education Fund (PEF) and the Education Law Center (ELC). ELC and the American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ) are co-counsel.

The lawsuit says the new regulations violate the NJ graduation statute and other applicable laws in several ways.

The state law requiring a graduation test, originally passed in 1979, explicitly requires an 11th grade test that assesses state standards in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math. Instead, the State Board designated the PARCC ELA10, a 10th grade exam, and the PARCC Algebra I test, which is given across a wide range of middle and high school grades, as the primary high school graduation tests.

The new rules undermine important protections established by the Legislature, such as eliminating retesting opportunities required by the graduation statute.

The designation of a 10th grade graduation test deprives English Language Learners (ELLs) of an extra year to develop their language ability.

The use of fee-based tests like the SAT and ACT as “substitute competency tests” through 2020 will restrict low-income students’access to diplomas. Because NJ’s at-risk students are more likely to be members of racial minority groups or ELLs, use of fee-based assessments will have a negative, disparate impact on these student groups, a violation of their civil rights.

The substitute assessments are also not 11th grade tests and, as the Department has acknowledged, are not aligned with state standards. The lawsuit alleges these provisions violate the state constitution’s Education Clause and state anti-discrimination law.

Under the new rules, the substitute assessments will be eliminated after 2020, and students who do not pass PARCC ELA10 and Algebra 1 will have only one other option to graduate: the NJ Department of Education’s time-consuming “portfolio appeals” process. Access to the portfolio appeal will be restricted to students who took all PARCC exams during their high school years.

If these new rules had been in effect for the class of 2016, more than half of the senior class—50-60,000 students—would have been at risk of not graduating.

In 2015, the passing rate on the PARCC ELA10 was 37 percent and on the PARCC Algebra I it was 36 percent.

In 2016, the rates were 44 percent and 41 percent, respectively. Passing rates on the previous graduation

test, the High School Proficiency Assessment, were above 90 percent.

Preparing tens of thousands of portfolio appeals for seniors who do not pass PARCC would be a major new burden for staff and students, particularly in high needs districts. Last year, about 11,000 seniors needed portfolios to graduate. Students who needed portfolios after multiple rounds of testing faced more lost instructional time, increased stress and disrupted senior plans.

Districts using the portfolio process incurred extra costs for staff time, additional test administrations, and after-school and Saturday sessions devoted to preparing portfolios for review.

“Setting high school graduation standards is an important public policy issue,” said Christian Estevez, President of the LAN. “It’s also important to protect the rights of students to the opportunities that a high school diploma represents.”

PEF’s Executive Director Rosie Grant added, “NJ has sustained one of the highest graduation rates in the country, in part because we’ve always had multiple ways for students to earn a high school diploma. We want to make sure students continue to have multiple opportunities to succeed.”

The decision to tie high school diplomas to specific test scores is a state policy decision, not a federal mandate. Currently, fewer than one-third of all states use high school exit tests, and several states have used the transition to new assessment systems to eliminate them. Many states continue to give tests for diagnostic and accountability purposes without using the scores to make graduation decisions for individual students. A bill now pending in the NJ Legislature (S2147/A3849) would allow for that alternative.

“The State Board of Education is going full-steam ahead with a plan that breaks New Jersey law and, more disturbingly, disproportionately harms the most vulnerable students,” said ACLU-NJ Legal Director Ed Barocas. “The state knows about the PARCC’s high failure rates, extreme racial disparities, and deep economic divisions in passing scores, and yet officials decided to use this test as a key criterion for graduation despite the glaring problems. The New Jersey Board of Education has put New Jersey students on the wrong course.”

PARCC, a federally-funded consortium that produced the new tests, once had 25 state members. But today only six remain, and just three use PARCC at the high school level. Only NJ and New Mexico currently use PARCC exams as a high school graduation requirement.

“Ultimately, the legislature needs to revisit NJ’s exit testing policies,” said Stan Karp, Director of ELC’s Secondary Reform Project. “Until then, this lawsuit seeks to safeguard the rights of students and families, particularly in high need districts and schools.”

The lawsuit asks the court to invalidate the new graduation rules based on their multiple violations of state law.

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An Artist’s Reception will be held on December 4 from 1 to 4 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.

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Hayes’ watercolors have vibrant colors and a natural realism. She often works in watercolor, oil, and Giclée.

“My paintings of beach scenes and local landmark are light-filled and rich with detail. I describe my style as ‘natural realism,’ capturing the everyday beauty found in both nature and man-made artifacts,” Hayes explained.

She continued, “The water color paintings are created by building multiple layers of transparent paint, requiring careful observation and planning. The luminous quality is perfectly suited to water and sky - two of my favorite subjects. Working only in transparent watercolor has many technical challenges that keeps it interesting, there is never a point where you have completely mastered the medium.”

Hayes began her studies as a teenager with notable New York artist Earl Tyler at his summer studio in Bay Head. She also studied portraiture with Daniel Greene and Nelson Shanks. Hayes holds a Bachelor of Arts in Art Education from Douglass College - Rutgers University. Her work has been featured in numerous books and magazines such as “Down the Shore Once More,” “Long Beach Island Rhapsody,” and “Jersey Shore Magazine” (Jersey Shore Publishing).

Going on now at the Grunin Center Art Gallery through November is Lizzi Schippert – printmaking, drawing, collage, pochoir (stencils), painting, and Japanese/ Chinese calligraphy.

The Grunin Center Art Gallery at Ocean County College is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays when classes are in session.

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OCEAN COUNRhett TY – The Jersey Shore Animal Center has these animals for adoption.

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Rhett: Rhett is a two year old hound mix who came up from rural NC. He’s a young vocal boy who is looking for a fun, active family. Sometimes he thinks he is a lapdog, at 50 lbs. Initially very excited when he comes out of his kennel, he calms down nicely when he goes out for a walk. A secure yard will be best for this boy as he is a hound and his nose will take him off running. He will try to run out the door if you let him.

Rhett is looking for an active family who will give him all the exercise he needs. An obedience class will help too.

Nugget: This handsome 7-year-old came to us in early September covered in fleas and sporting an eye infection. Shame on his owners, who surrendered him due to “allergies in the home.” He’s a much happier boy now that his fleas are gone and his big, beautiful eyes are clear and alert. He’s still a little shy, but it’s easy to see what a big mush he’s going to be, because as soon as he feels comfortable, he gives you his belly, a sure sign that he’s ready for some loving. He’s looking for an owner who will recognize his potential and have the patience to bring Nugget out his sweet, loving personality.

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Even Meat-Eaters Will Love This Vegan Risotto

By Wolfgang Puck As we enter the heart of autumn and move happily toward Thanksgiving, one image that comes to mind, as it does for many lovers of fresh seasonal produce, is the cornucopia. That “horn of plenty,” a large cone-shaped basket overflowing with an abundance of harvest goodness, seems to me to capture so much that is good about cooking at this time of year.

Autumn presents us with a beautiful array of produce, from colorful hard-shelled squashes to beautiful carrots to Brussels sprouts and broccoli. Often, when I stroll with my two young sons through my local Sunday morning farmers’ market during fall, I’m inspired to cook dishes that look and taste to me like a cornucopia of goodness.

In fact, even though some people might seek warmth with hearty dishes featuring meat when the days grow short and the weather turns cold, I sometimes fi nd myself cooking vegetarian dishes in autumn.

I might even take it a step further and prepare recipes that are vegan, completely eliminating not just meats but also dairy products - as I do in the following recipe for my vegan garden vegetable risotto.

As you’ll discover in this recipe, it is completely possible to make a vegetarian or vegan dish that offers all the satisfaction you might fi nd in similar recipes that include meat or dairy products. Here, I cook risotto’s signature short-grained Arborio rice with vegetable stock; then I enrich the risotto with almost buttery-tasting squash puree instead of butter, which is typically used. Finally, I top the rice mixture with a saute of vegetables fresh from the farmers’ market.

Although you can conveniently use canned pumpkin in the rice mixture, it’s also easy to make your own squash puree. Preheat the oven to 450 F (230 C). Carefully use a sharp, sturdy knife to cut a butternut squash (which has better flavor than most pumpkin varieties found in markets) lengthwise in half; then, scoop out the seeds and fibers.

Place the squash halves cut side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Dot evenly with 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and bake until the squash is well browned and tender, about 1 hour. Cool it to room temperature, scoop out the flesh, and mash with a potato masher or press through a ricer into a bowl.

Reserve whatever you don’t need for this recipe to use in a soup; or season with salt and pepper and a little powdered ginger and ground cinnamon; moisten with some broth, milk, or cream; and gently reheat to serve as a side dish.

Feel free to substitute favorite vegetables from your own farmers’ market visit when you make this recipe. May you and yours enjoy all the pleasures of this bountiful season!

VEGAN GARDEN VEGETABLE RISOTTO Serves 4 4 1/2 cups (1 L) reduced-sodium vegetable stock, plus more as needed, brought to a boil and kept at a gentle simmer 7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium white onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 1/4 cups (310 mL) Arborio rice Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3/4 cup (185 mL) dry white wine 6 baby carrots, trimmed, peeled and cut diagonally into pieces about 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick, about 1 cup (250 mL) 3/4 cup (185 mL) baby Brussels sprouts, cut in halves 1 cup (250 mL) small broccoli florets, cut in halves 2 large pinches granulated sugar 1/2 cup (125 mL) slender green beans cut into 2-inch (5-cm) pieces 1/2 cup (125 mL) slender yellow wax beans cut into 2-inch (5-cm) pieces 1/2 cup (125 mL) frozen organic green petite peas, thawed 8 to 12 cherry tomatoes, cut in halves 3/4 cup (185 mL) pureed roasted butternut squash (see instructions above), or canned pumpkin puree Small sprigs fresh chervil or Italian parsley, for garnish In a saucepan, bring the stock to a boil.

Reduce the heat to low and keep it at a gentle simmer.

Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute the onion and garlic until they begin to soften but not yet brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in the rice and cook until it looks translucent, about 2 minutes.

Season lightly with salt and pepper. Add the wine and cook, stirring, until the liquid is absorbed, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the stock and stir until almost completely absorbed, 1 to 2 minutes. Continue adding stock, 1/2 cup (125 mL) at a time, stirring until almost completely absorbed before adding more.

When the rice is cooked about halfway, heat the remaining oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the carrots, Brussels sprouts and broccoli; season with salt and pepper and a pinch of sugar. Saute about 2 minutes. Stir in the beans. Add a ladle of stock and continue sauteing until the vegetables are tender-crisp, 3 to 5 minutes longer. Stir in the peas and tomatoes; adjust the seasonings to taste. Keep warm.

When the rice is tender but still slightly chewy and surrounded by creamy sauce, stir in 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the squash puree or pumpkin puree. Season to taste with salt and pepper and add a little more puree to taste, if you like. Stir in another pinch of sugar.

Spoon the risotto onto individual serving plates, shaking the plates gently to spread the rice. Scatter the hot sauteed vegetables on top. Garnish with fresh herbs. 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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