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By Jennifer Peacock MANCHESTER – They said they didn’t want to be in the energy business, yet only one of the two voted against awarding the energy aggregation contract. Councilman Craig Wallis was the first to speak out against awarding that one-year contract to Gabel Associates, he said not because of a lack in faith in the company’s abilities but because the government shouldn’t make such decisions for residents. “I don’t believe we need to be in the business of telling people what energy company they’re in,” Wallis said. “If this passes, it is what it is. I’ll support getting the best deal. But currently, I don’t think it’s our business to be telling people what energy company they should be using.” Wallis requested that the resolution, 16385, be taken off the consent agenda and voted on separately. Councilman Charles Frattini, who has also been critical of the township entering an aggregate program, did approve the resolution, as did other council members save Wallis. The township pulled out of an electric

–Photos courtesy Manchester Police Mayor Kenneth Palmer administered the Lieutenant oath to Officer James Komsa; the Sergeant oath to Officers Patrick Morgan, Antonio Ellis and Paul Bachovchin; the Patrolman oath to Thomas Dill; and the Class II Special Officer oath to Gavin Reilly. MANCHESTER – One Lieutenant and three Sergeants, as well as the hiring of a Patrolman and Class II Special Officer, were all welcomed during a ceremony in the Municipal Complex Civic Center recently. Mayor Kenneth Palmer administered the Lieutenant oath to Officer James Komsa; the Sergeant oath to Officers Patrick Morgan, Antonio Ellis and Paul Bachovchin; the Pa-

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trolman oath to Thomas Dill; and the Class II Special Officer oath to Gavin Reilly. The ceremony took place before their family, friends, and police personnel including

Chief Lisa Parker. “The officers being promoted today are dedicated, hardworking individuals who (Police - See Page 5)

Local Site’s History As A Tuberculosis Preventorium For Children

By Charles Daye HOWELL – They came from poorer households, hoping to survive an outbreak. A place to monitor and prevent tuberculosis, Howell’s preventorium housed hundreds of children throughout its five decades of operation. On December 1, The Heritage Group of Howell cosponsored an

event at the Howell Public Library about the Tuberculosis Preventorium For Children, a preventive facility for children exposed to tuberculosis. The site operated in Howell from 1910 until the 1960s. Virginia Brandl, a retired Farmingdale school teacher, worked at the Preventorium in the late 1950s as a young adult and shared (Tuberculosis - See Page 7)

The Season For Flu

By Judy Smestad-Nunn OCEAN COUNTY – There has been very low flu activity in New Jersey so far, but it is hard to know what the actual numbers are since long-term nursing care facilities and schools are not required to report flu outbreaks, said Leslie Terjesen, public information officer for the Ocean County Health Department. However, hospital emergency rooms report influenza symptoms, and so far the number of reports are the same as last year or “maybe a drop higher,” she said. “When people start showing up in the ER (Flu - See Page 27)

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will set high standards for those they supervise,” said Chief Parker, who noted that the grueling testing process undergone by each candidate entails countless hours of study. “I’m proud of each of you for your commitment to serve the public, as well as each other.” Taking his oath first was Lt. Komsa, who joined the Department in 2000 as a Patrol Officer. Lt. Komsa holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the Richard Stockton College of New Jersey and a Master’s Degree in Administrative Science from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Komsa, who was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2011 was responsible for revamping the agency’s Auxiliary Police Unit, recruiting 13 volunteers and implementing a rank structure. Additionally, Lt. Komsa was assigned to lead the Narcotics Enforcement Team in July of 2014, where his leadership was instrumental in combating the opiate epidemic. Following the administration of the oath of office to Lt. Komsa, oaths were administered to Officer Patrick Morgan, Officer Antonio Ellis and Officer Paul Bachovchin. Sgt. Morgan, who joined the department in 2001 holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Science Health and Physical Education from The College of New Jersey and is currently pursuing his Master’s Degree in Sports Administration. During his career, Sgt. Morgan served as a part-time member of the agency’s Traffic Safety Section, having completed Crash Investigations and Motorcycle/Pedestrian Accident Investigation training. Additionally, Sgt. Morgan worked to make an impact on our local students, having served as a School Resource Officer, a D.A.R.E. Officer, and a G.R.E.A.T. Officer. Sgt. Ellis, who joined the department in 2000 holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Individualized Studies and Master’s Degree in Administrative Science. Prior to being promoted, Sgt. Ellis served as a full-time member of the Traffic Safety Section. He holds numerous traffic/crash investigation related certifications and was among the first in the State of New Jersey to receive the Traffic Safety Specialist Certification. Additionally, he is regarded by his peers in the Traffic Safety community as an expert in the field. For many years, he has been instrumental in maintaining the agency’s police fleet. Lastly, Sgt. Ellis proudly represents the Department as a member of the Honor Guard. Sgt. Bachovchin, who joined the Department in 1999 holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Individualized Studies and Master’s Degree in Administrative Science. Sgt. Bachovchin has served as a part-time member of the agency’s Traffic Safety Section since 2005 and holds numerous specialized training

The Manchester Times, December 10, 2016, Page 5 certifications, many of which focus on crash investigations. During his career, he has served as Field Training Officer, a D.A.R.E. Officer, and as a member of both the Manchester and Ocean County Regional SWAT team. Since 2004, Sgt. Bachovchin has also served as the Department’s Chairman of the Municipal Alliance. Along with Sgt. Ellis, he is a member of the Honor Guard. Mayor Palmer offered remarks and commended all of the officers who took their oaths. “I see people promoted here today with whom I went to high school. That speaks volumes about our town. If you graduate from Manchester, you find a way to give back,” said Palmer. “You can’t ask for better leadership than what we have here.” Following the promotions, Ptl. Dill and Special Officer Reilly were administered their oaths by the mayor. He said their hiring serves as the culmination of a long and arduous process which began in January of this year with an intense physical agility examination. This portion of the examination, which started with approximately 230 individuals, was followed by a written examination and an oral board. After all three phases of the examination process was complete, the top candidates underwent a thorough background investigation and were required to successfully pass medical, psychological, and drug screenings. Ptl. Dill, a Freehold Township resident, graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Marist College, New York, where he was a member of the Alpha Phi Sigma Criminal Justice Honor Society. Following college, Ptl. Dill attended and successfully completed training at the Ocean County Police Academy. After graduation in 2015, he served as a Class II Officer in the Borough of Belmar and later as a Class II Officer in Old Bridge Township. Special Officer Reilly, a Toms River resident, is currently attending Kean University in pursuit of a Criminal Justice degree. He completed his Associate’s degree at Ocean County College and Special Police Officer Training, Class 36, at the Ocean County Police Academy before being hired by the Seaside Heights Police Department as an SLEO II. Officers Dill and Reilly will begin an intensive twelve week Field Training and Evaluation Program, during which time they will be instructed and mentored by several highly trained and seasoned officers. Upon successful completion of the FTO Program, these officers will be assigned to a patrol squad. “This proud day would not be possible without the continued support of Mayor Palmer and the Township Council. I can say with sincerity and appreciation that their support makes all of this is possible,” said Chief Parker.

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her first-hand experiences. The Preventorium was organized primarily for the care of poorly nourished, under-fed children who were exposed to tuberculosis, she said. The children involved in this institution did not actually have tuberculosis but were at risk. Many of the children came from poor families, mostly from the cities. Early on there were mostly younger children, infants to two years old, but that changed over the years as teenagers were added. “When I was working there, the oldest was 16. I was a big 18 and I’m looking up at these kids and these kids are streetwise, they’re out of Harlem. So they’re looking down at me using the whole full-scale language and I’m growing up in Farmingdale,” said Brandl, who said despite the geographic differences she forged close, long-term relationships with many of the children. “One of my little girls, I still write to her. It’s one of those blessings you take with you,” said Brandl. The Preventorium was essentially spon-

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“mental invigoration of the children and the improvement of their physical condition and the stimulating effect of the open air school.” Essentially get the children a lot of fresh air and exercise to help prevent tuberculosis. Later, with the innovation in antibiotic medicine, preventoriums became dated. Brandl also described the different perceptions locals had to the Preventorium and tuberculosis. “This was at that time when tuberculosis was so serious of a condition, something that people were very concerned about. But yet, ‘not in my back yard,’” said Brandl. In November 1962, the name of the Preventorium was changed to Child Care Center. In 1969, the Preventorium closed its doors all the residents were placed in their own homes, foster homes, adopted or other facilities, which included the infamous Willowbrook. In January 1970, Brandl’s husband Alex was the last worker out of the institution and his final responsibility was to burn the photographs, registries and records. He did not burn everything and Brandl presented a lot of material from the facility to the dozen or so in attendance at the library event.

temporary issues facing Howell. “So people weren’t comfortable with this type of setting in their neighborhood. How many of you can think of things that are going on today, it didn’t change a whole lot. ‘Not in my back yard’ was exactly what it was,” said Brandl. Arthur Brisbane offered the board of directors a 170 acre farm located near Farmingdale, seven miles north of Lakewood. Strauss and the board accepted and opened the Preventorium on Preventorium Road. The children were transferred to a small, remodeled farm house (for temporary use) on April 28, 1910. Opening day for the $150,000 Tuberculosis Preventorium For Children included then Governor Woodrow Wilson, the Bishop from Trenton and Marcus M. Marks, the president of the institution. By 1914, there were 200 children from 120 different families living at the Preventorium. In 1915, a nursery was added to accommodate a dozen infants, called the “infantorium.” The infants stayed about one year before being relocated, adopted or fostered. The Preventorium’s primary objectives were

sored by New York clinics, public and private funds. When children were sent to the Preventorium in Howell or another residential area, their homes would be inspected every six months. “They would go back to their parents. That was the ultimate goal was being able to put them back with their parents, but so many of them were unfortunately into a drug situation or victims or circumstances. They were doing what they believed they could do to provide for their family. Some did go back and they would follow up,” said Brandl. The program begin amid widespread tuberculosis deaths nationwide: in 1908, more than 150,000 died of tuberculosis. In 1909, Nathan Strauss, a Lakewood philanthropist, and Marcus M. Marks organized a board of directors consisting of leading physicians and prominent men and women. On July 2, 1909 the Open-Camp Cleveland Cottage was opened to accommodate 40 children. These children had contact with tuberculosis, most likely through one of their parents. According to Brandl, “when unfriendly conditions” and “local opposition developed” the board of directors looked for a new location. Brandl likened this to con-

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Opinion

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Editorial Time To Pause For The Wonder As the carol goes: “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” That’s because so many of us get to come together and celebrate the holidays. We rush and rush, and then exhale in the moments we can pause and enjoy the company of our family and friends and share the traditions of the season, in all the wonderful ways they manifest. You may be busy planning the gatherings in your home or your trips to family and friends’ homes, and to enjoy the magic that is created there. But this time of year offers so much for the community to come together, too. Take a moment, and take part in those wonderful efforts. Local organizations are busy hosting charitable drives for toys, food or coats, to be given to neighbors in need. The magic of the season is also found in these endeavors, as volunteers work to spread generosity far and wide. That too is an example of how this is the most wonderful time of the year. And on your way to all those holiday chores, take a moment to pause and see the amazing displays for the holidays. Your neighbors have dressed up

their homes in lights, the town’s Christmas tree and menorah are lit, and everything seems to magically twinkle in the celebration of the season. It’s a wonder how it all comes together, and how the dark December evenings manage to shine with the spirit of the season. But then there’s our favorite example of the magic of the season: the long list of holiday events held by towns, civic groups and others to spread holiday cheer. Whether the senior center is hosting a breakfast with Santa, or the high school chorus has its holiday performance, there is no shortage of ways to fill nearly every evening with events such as these. That our local communities manage to put on such a bevy of activities in so short a season is nothing short of amazing. Everything from Santa’s arrival, to historical looks at local traditions, to toy drives to big-name holiday performances are just some of the events. Looking for a holiday event to add to your calendar? Check out the pages of this newspaper here or online at micromediapubs.com. It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

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Letters To The Editor Tenure Lawsuit Is Bogus

Stop Pension Fees From Wall Street

Campbell Brown and her out-of-state special interest group is misleading New Jersey parents and residents about our public schools to advance their harmful political agenda. New Jersey’s seniority statute, which they seek to overturn by court order, provides an important protection to students and communities by keeping politics, and politicians, out of the decision-making process when layoffs are imposed on our public schools. The lawsuit is premised on a lie that districts are prevented from dealing with teachers who are not willing or able to do their jobs effectively. Tenure is difficult to obtain in New Jersey, so no teacher gets tenure without demonstrating an ability to do the job well. Even more, the tenure law outlines a specific and fair process to remove a teacher who is ineffective at any time. What the law prevents is the sort of political interference that would be inevitable if administrators could be pressured to fire teachers without having to give a reason. This lawsuit seeks to throw out that system of checks and balances and give unfettered freedom to fire excellent veteran teachers in favor of less experienced newer teachers who earn lower salaries. Wendell Steinhauser NJEA President

If we eliminated Wall Street brokerage houses for pension fee transactions, we could save the over $1.3 billion paid toward the pension fund this year. My proposal is to eliminate Wall Street brokerage houses and hire an in-house licensed broker for no more than $200,000 per year. This year a $1.3 billion payment was made towards the pension fund and that equals two years savings eliminating Wall Street brokerage firm fees. The reason bi-partisan law makers remain silent on this issue is they are loyal to their Wall Street contributors and backers. It is a web and they are all connected. The borrowing and spending on the pension system has earned its reputation of being a bi-partisan slush fund. I am unwilling to sell out the people of NJ for campaign donations so the benefit is not having conflicts to save them money Joseph Rudy Rullo Candidate for Governor Ocean County resident

Go After Bridgegate After the federal felony criminal convictions against Bill Baroni and Bridget Anne Kelly on charges related to the Bridgegate scandal, it is clear that these persons committed an unauthorized exercise of official functions and failed to perform duties required.

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Because of this, like Christie, they too can be subject to a complaint for indictable Official Misconduct under 2C:30-2, which may be filed in Fort Lee Municipal Court by any citizen. The State and Federal systems are considered separate systems, so Double Jeopardy protections do not apply. Is it wrong that I’m smiling, when I think of Bridget Anne Kelly participating in the “Puppies Behind Bars” program at Edna Mahn Correctional Facility? Or Bill Baroni working on a new edition of “Scared Straight!” for politicians at Eastern Jersey State Prison near Rahway? Eric Hafner Toms River

Grieve And Move Forward Lately there seems to be a chasm of division growing across our Land. During this past election cycle I have seen Facebook posts and commentaries from my fellow Americans predicting that the politicians from one side or another would be the seeds of destruction for America. But the seeds of destruction won’t come from our politicians; they always seem to find a way to peacefully sit down at the bargaining table with the opposition once the elections are over. Seeds of destruction can only be planted and rooted by we the people, if we let it. In American politics we tend to have seasons where, through elections and policies, we move to the right, then to the left, then back to the right again, - and on and on it goes. Our political diversity, and respecting that diversity, is our strength, it’s what makes America the greatest nation on earth – we need to learn to respect it and embrace it, and respect and embrace those who hold those differing views and stop vilifying them and those who champion their causes. If we fail to do that we fail to carry the patriotic American spirit in our hearts, and we even fail to truly represent Christ, or whatever

other spiritual model we claim to uphold. I will always debate policy, but after every election cycle I have called the victor “My President” regardless of whether I loved or hated their policies. I have done that since I was a little boy over 55 years ago and I will continue to do that in the future. It is what I was taught by the example of all the veterans around me. It is what I was taught by that “Greatest of Generations” which came before me (they were and are the true patriots). To be honest, I have hated “some” of the policies of the past eight years, as some of you may have hated the policies of the eight years that came before that, but we do need to respect our fellow Americans! The results of an election can bring the joy of a marriage or the grief of a death, depending on what side you are on. It is understandable to grieve any perceived great loss. But grieve and then move forward. Those who can grow and mature enough to do that now are the current generation’s patriots. Those who can’t learn to do that are un-American in heart and deed. In our daily life we are surrounded by many brave veterans who are living that example now. The courageous men and women who bravely put their lives on the line for this nation that we hold so dear. They do not weigh out the policies of any current administration before taking up arms, before jumping out of planes, before sailing dangerous enemy seas, before marching through mosquito infested swamps, before trekking across the barren hot deserts, all while knowing that some of them may not return to the Land and people that they love. Let us follow their example and become a part of the healing and unity for the future of our great nation. Please join with me now at this time in of our nation’s struggles, bowing our heads in prayer for healing and unity. And let’s each commit ourselves to personally be an agent of that healing. Rev. Peter W. Guilfoyle Jackson

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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

From The Desk Of Freeholder Gerry P. Little OCEAN COUNTY – Before there was September 11, 2001, there was December 7, 1941 a date that defined not just a generation, but a nation. Seventy-five years later we still remember President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s words, when he famously described the sneak attack on the United States as a “date which will live in infamy.” And it has lived on – lived on for the many volunteers who rushed to recruiting off ices in the days and weeks following the attack.

Lived on for the families of those brave men and women who fought for freedom, and lived on for their descendants of those veterans these many decades later. That long-ago Sunday morning began like any other on the sunny and serene Hawaiian Islands. But the illusion of peace was shattered shortly before 8 am, when the first Japanese bombers and torpedo planes dropped their deadly cargo on the unprepared ships, naval yard and airfields at Pearl Harbor. When it was over – just

hours later – 2,403 Americans lay dead. The shock of Pearl Harbor was as great as the shock of the attack on the World Trade Center 60 years later. A nation that had been divided before the attack came together to defeat an enemy and preserve freedom in the world. Most of the men who fought that morning are gone now, but their memory persists, and it must always persist. We will never forget our veterans who fought in World War II and in so

many other wars before and since. Men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. Seventy-five years ago the United States entered a conflict to end tyranny in the world. Today, our brave men a nd women are defending their nation from new threats to peace. Like those first recruits who signed up in late 1941, today’s soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines are volunteers. From the Persian Gulf to North Korea, our United States military is prepared

to protect our interests, and the interests of our friends and allies around the globe. We now have more than 5,300 troops in Iraq, fighting against the evil Islamic terrorists of ISIS. Our young men and women are also playing a vital role in suppressing tyranny in Syria. Today’s military has a job to do, just as it did in the last weeks of 1941. And li ke thei r g randfathers and g reat-g randfathers before them, this generation of men and women i n u n ifor m will ret u r n

Freeholder Gerry P. Little victorious. So, as the holiday season approaches, please join me both in remembering December 7, 1941 and in honoring today’s fighting men and women who remain in harm’s way so we and our families can be forever free.

Ocean County To Make Energy Upgrades OCEAN COUNTY – Having received approval from the state, Ocean County is poised to move forward with energy upgrades that could result in substantial annual savings. “We recently were notified by the state Board of Public Utilities that it accepted and approved the county’s plan for energy upgrades,” said Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Buildings and Grounds. “With this approval we can begin to move forward with these upgrades.” Ocean County will now seek approval on funding the upgrades from the state Division of Finance which is one of the final steps needed prior to implementing the upgrades. Ocean County completed an energy audit in May submitting the information to the BPU for approval. “This audit is very important to us as we look at ways to reduce costs and improve our energy efficiency,” Vicari said. “The audit comes with a number of beneficial suggestions that we will be considering for implementation.” Under the program, Vicari said, costs for the improvements would be offset by incentives from the state

which could total up to $502,000. And, he said, the money saved on energy could be reallocated to pay for additional energy upgrades. The audit’s recommendations could reap a self-f unding potential of $19.3 million which is more than $1.3 million more than the amount appropriated for the upgrades. The energy audit was undertaken by Ocean County through a program administered by the BPU. “The audit was the result of an exhaustive examination of six facilities that receive a lot of traffic both from the public and with our employees,” Vicari said. “That is why they were chosen for this initial review.” The six facilities include the Ocean County Courthouse, the Ocean County Administration Building, the Ocean County Jail, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, the Ocean County Justice Complex and the parking garage all in downtown Toms River. “These facilities total 1,022,775 square feet,” Vicari said. “They produce an annual energy bill of $2.3 million,” Vicari said. “A proposed $955,000 reduction is a substantial decrease in our energy bills.”

With the approval from the BPU’s Office of Clean Energy, the County can move for ward with the recommended cost effective “self-funding” energy efficiency measures and facility upgrades that are designed to reduce operating expenses, save energy and reduce emissions. “The improvements include upgrades to the lighting systems, automated controls for lighting, upgrades to existing heating and air conditioning systems and some building improvements,” Vicari said. “The audit is an important step in the county’s ongoing efforts to conserve energy and to reap the benefits of renewable energy savings.” A combination of different recommendations was made for each building reviewed. For instance, the Ocean County Courthouse had the highest number–eight recommendations–including installation of LED lights, installation of an energy management system which would control the heating and air conditioning temperatures, replacement of the boiler, chiller and air handling units, variable frequency drive controls for the cooling tower to increase efficiency, installation of a fan cooling unit

controller and upgrading the domestic hot water heater. “The audit listed at least five energy upgrade suggestions for the majority of the buildings reviewed,” Vicari said. Michael Fiure, Director of the Ocean County Office of Management and Budget, said the BPU’s Clean Energy Program promotes increased energy efficiency and the use of clean, renewable sources of energy. “We began this process in late 2014 to participate in the Local Government Energy Audit to identify cost-justified efficiency measures,” he said. “This audit provided the Board of Freeholders with various

energy alternatives that we can implement.” “I applaud Freeholder Vicari for overseeing this energy upgrade program the County is embarking on,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly, Director of Law and Public Safety. “As we look at our future building needs, the audit information will be a help in making certain decisions on our energy needs allowing us to meet environmental standards and our desire to be affordable.” Over the course of several months, representatives from DCO Energy, Lawrenceville, visited each county location noted in the audit and did a complete review of the buildings.

“They looked at electric and natural gas usage, building architectural and engineering drawings, lighting systems, heating and air conditioning equipment and controls, roofs, windows, doorways, occupancy schedules and maintenance practices,” Vicari said. Vicari said the County will review all measures presented for each facility along with funding opportunities made available by the New Jersey Clean Energy Program. Vicari noted the County maintains about 135 buildings that house government services and programs. “This audit was an important first step,” he said.

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JACKSON – For the 18th consecutive year, Bartley Healthcare will participate in the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys For Tots nationwide toy drive. Through December 16, Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation and The Orchards at Bartley Assisted Living will both host as a drop off point for Toys For Tots. Community members, residents, and families are encouraged to bring new unwrapped gifts for boys and girls, ages infant through 15. Two festive collection boxes will be conveniently located in the main lobby of Bartley Healthcare and the Sub acute Unit. Drop off for The Orchards at Bartley will also be in their main lobby. For more information and directions to Bartley Healthcare or The Orchards call 732-370-4700. This is the 68th year that Toys For Tots will be providing holiday cheer to underprivileged children. Last year, various sites in Ocean, Monmouth, Somerset and Middlesex counties, including Bartley Healthcare, collected more than 200,000 toys.

Participation in Toys For Tots is only one example of Bartley Healthcare Campus’ commitment to community service, a commitment it has held since its inception in 1985. The campus not only supports charitable causes, it also makes available its facilities and 25acre campus for community and professional events. For over 30 years, Bartley Healthcare has provided quality individual focused skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living services for residents on its 25-acre campus in Jackson, NJ. Founded in 1984, Bartley Healthcare has long been recognized as an award winning, quality leader with the experience in skilled nursing, post-acute care, and assisted living having been listed by U.S. News & World Report as one of America’s Best Nursing Homes. Bartley Healthcare is Joint Commission accredited with special certification for their Memory Care and Post-Acute Programs. For more information visit bartleyhealthcare. com or call today 732-370-4700.

Crestwood Village IV Senior Citizens Club Events

WHITING – The Crestwood Village IV Senior Citizens Club will not have a movie in December. They will be showing a movie and a dinner on January 27. The movie is Finding Dory. The movie stars Ellen DeGeneres and Diane Keaton. The movie runs 97 minutes and is rated PG. This movie has a lot of imagination, humor and heart. Dory

suddenly realizes she has a family and sets out to find them. Our dinner for the night is lasagna, serving at 5 p.m. The cost for the dinner and movie is $6. The movie only is $2. Tickets will go on sale January 2 at the clubhouse from 9 to 10 a.m. and from 5 to 6 p.m. For more information, call Jerry at 732350-0230, ext. 15.

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TOMS RIVER – No matter if a patient has just received a cancer diagnosis or finally finished treatment, sometimes they need a shoulder to lean on. The J. Phillip Citta Regional Cancer Center at Community Medical Center offers a variety of free cancer support groups to provide patients with information on treatment and a safe environment to talk with their peers. Lung Cancer Support Group Join others who have been affected by lung cancer in a supportive setting at the Resource & Meditation Library on the ground floor next to Outpatient Infusion at CMC. Conversation is led by an oncology social worker, and participants are encouraged to share their stories. This group meets the last Wednesday of the month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. For more information or to register, contact Tracie Barberi-Matthews, LCSW, at 732-557-8000, ext. 11303, or email tracie.barberi@rwjbh.org. Breast Cancer Support Group This group offers women diagnosed with breast cancer an opportunity to actively participate in healing after a cancer diagnosis. The group meets the last Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. at the Radiation Oncology Department on the CMC Campus. First time participants are invited to bring a loved one with them. For more information or to register, contact Tracie Barberi-Matthews, LCSW, at 732-557-8000, ext. 11303, or email tracie. barberi@rwjbh.org. Caregiver’s Support Group & Individual Caregiver’s Counseling Support is available for caregivers providing care for loved ones at all stages of illness. This group meets on the fourth Monday of each

month at 7 p.m. at the Riverwood 1 Building on the CMC Campus, or individual sessions may be scheduled. For more information or to register, call 732-557-3273. Nu-Voice Support Group Patients who have received a laryngectomy meet weekly to find peer support and advice on finding a new voice, as well as tips on how to cope post-surgery. This group meets every Monday at 10 a.m. at the Riverwood 1 Building on the CMC Campus. For more information or to register, call 800-621-0096. Prostate Cancer Support Group This meeting offers support, education and hope for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. Participants can meet in a comfortable environment to share their stories, provide support for their peers and learn about how to make the most of their treatment. This group meets on the third Thursday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Riverwood 1 Building on the CMC Campus. For more information or to register, call 800-621-0096. Relaxation Support Group Patients can relieve some of the stress that comes with cancer diagnosis and treatment by interacting with peers and learning about the latest and most effective relaxation techniques at this support group, which meets every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Resource Room next to Outpatient Infusion on the CMC Campus. For more information or to register, contact Nancy Jusko at 732-557-8000, ext. 18692, or email Nancy.Jusko@rwjbh.org. For questions or more information, contact The J. Phillip Citta Regional Cancer Center at Community Medical Center at 732-557-8270.

Home Borrowers Service

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Library provides delivery of library materials free of charge to Ocean County residents who are physically unable to visit the library. In order to participate in the Home Borrowers Service, one must be an Ocean County resident who is homebound due to disability or illness and who does not have family members or friends to assist with

library needs. After submitting a completed application and medical verification form, the library will assign a trained volunteer to deliver items to the participant’s home approximately every three weeks. If interested, contact the Ocean County Library’s Home Borrowers Coordinator at 732-349-6200, ext. 5530.

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Laser Tag TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be conducting a new Laser Tag event. Play unlimited Laser Tag in the 2-story hand painted aquarium themed arena at Bounce About, 1 South Main St. in South Toms River. The cost to play is $12, by exact change or check. The date is February 15, program # 4434664B, from 6 to 8 p.m. To register, send a check for $2 registration fee made payable to the “County of Ocean” to: Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Provide name, address and daytime telephone number, along with program number when registering.

Philadelphia Flower Show & History Tour TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Parks and Recreation will be conducting a bus trip to explore Philadelphia on March 10. The theme of the Flower Show is Holland. The bus will depart from the Ocean County Park in Lakewood at 8 a.m. for a day in the city to discover the historic and museum area attractions. The bus will return to Lakewood at approximately 6:30 p.m. Participants will receive a map of the area, and will be dropped off in the Historic district. To register, send a check for $35 per person, made payable to: County of Ocean and mail to Ocean County Parks & Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. The fee includes the bus transportation only. The approximate fee for the flower show is $28. Note program #F32017. Visit the website at oceancountyparks.org for more information.

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Educator Appreciation Week

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Trethaway. “Thank you so much for making this a very special district.” Representatives from each of the district’s staff units - Nancy Driber (Administrators), Marianne Pennucci (Confidential Secretaries) and Dan Staples (Manchester Twp. Educational Assoc.) - were presented with Certificates of Appreciation, which they accepted on behalf of their members. BOE President, Donald Webster, Jr., also extended the board’s appreciation to the staff for everything they do throughout the year.

Deck The Halls

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Parks and Recreation Department will be sponsoring Deck the Halls, an old fashioned cookie swap and holiday ornament making class on December 15. The class will be held at the program room at Parks Administration in Toms River from 6 to 8 p.m. The class is open to persons ages 16 and older. The class has room for 10 participants. They’ll be making holiday gift tags, ornaments and swapping our favorite cookies.

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Family Caregiver Support Program

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Board of Social Services offers various programs to help residents. Their family caregiver support program provides either residential maintenance or physical health services to individuals age 60 and over who need assistance with two or more

activities of daily living or have a cognitive impairment that requires supervision. An adult age 60 and over who is living with or caring for a child 18 or under is also eligible for services. There are no income eligibility guidelines for these services. For more information, call 732-349-1500.

NEW JERSEY – “Register Ready – New Jersey’s Special Needs Registry for Disasters” allows New Jersey residents with disabilities or access and functional needs and their families, friends, caregivers and associates an opportunity to provide information to emergency response agencies so emergency responders can better plan to

serve them in a disaster or other emergency. The information collected is confidential and will not be available to the public. The information will be held securely and only used for emergency response and planning. For registry assistance, dial 211, tollfree, and an operator will assist with registration.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Parks and Recreation Newsletter has been published. The seasonal newsletter is a schedule of the events and programs sponsored by the department. The newsletter highlights the offerings of the Parks and Recreation Department

as well as information about the 27 parks, nature centers and golf courses throughout Ocean County. The newsletter is currently available at many park locations. To receive a newsletter, or to be placed on the mailing list, call 877-OCPARKS or visit oceancountyparks.org.

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–Photo courtesy Manchester Township Education Association MANCHESTER – This year’s MTEF Grant Program will feature one major grant for a district or school wide project up to $15,000. Will it be a new Maker Space? Or equipment and materials for STEM activities? Or science lab equipment? Or new technology like 3D printers and virtual reality? Or support for art or music programs?

Red Cross Offers Safe Cooking, Travel Tips As Holidays Approach

PRINCETON – The holidays are here – a time when many people will travel home to visit loved ones and households will prepare the holiday feast. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to have a safe holiday. “Cooking is the number one cause of home fires,” said Paul Gass, regional preparedness manager, American Red Cross New Jersey Region. “We want people to stay safe and offer steps they can take to avoid kitchen fires and for the thousands traveling, to reach their destinations safely.” Top 10 Cooking Safety Tips 1. Don’t wear loose clothing or sleeves that dangle while cooking. 2. If you are frying, grilling or broiling food, never leave it unattended – stay in the kitchen. If you just leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove. 3. If you’re simmering, baking, roasting or broiling food, check it regularly. 4. Use a timer to remind yourself that the stove or oven is on. 5. Keep children and pets away from the cooking area. Make them stay at least three feet away from the stove. 6. Keep anything that can catch fire – pot holders, oven mitts, wooden utensils, paper or plastic bags, food packaging, and towels or curtains – away from your stove, oven or any other appliance in the kitchen that generates heat. 7. Clean cooking surfaces on a regular basis to prevent grease buildup. 8. Consider purchasing a fire extinguisher to keep in your kitchen. Contact your local fire department to take training on the proper use of extinguishers. 9. Always check the kitchen before going to bed or leaving the home to make sure all stoves, ovens, and small appliances are turned

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energy aggregate agreement earlier this year because the lead municipality, Stafford Township, would not include language in the agreement that Manchester felt was necessary to protect its residents. With this new agreement, Manchester is the lead municipality and will have absolute and final say on any contracts it may enter. “The agent will give us consult and his opinion, but as the governing body, we authorize the solicitation, we authorize the release, and then authorize the approval of the contract,” council vice president Samuel Fusaro said. Gabel Associates, Highland Park, has been in business since 1993 and according to its website has helped procure electricity and natural gas for the likes of “the State of New Jersey, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the New Jersey Sports and Exhibition Authority, the New Jersey Devils, over 400 school districts throughout New Jersey, numerous sewerage authorities and a wide range of industrial and commercial customers.” Gabel Associates was one of three that bid on the contract. No money will exchange hands between the township and Gabel. Rather, said council, Gabel will only get paid by the third party electric provider once and if a contract is awarded. The agreement states Gabel will be paid $0.00042 per kilowatt hour.

The energy aggregation agreement states residents must save 10 percent or better on their electric bills through a third-party supplier. That savings must be honored through the length of the contract, usually 14 to 24 months, and always be lower than the primary electric company’s rates. Residents on budget billing would remain in that program, subject to the usual rules, and those receiving government assistance would continue to do so. When that contract expires, bids would again be solicited. Customers will still receive their bills through Jersey Central Power & Light, and will still call them for any outages or other emergencies. And if a lower price than JCP&L’s isn’t reached at the preferred 10 percent mark, then no contract need be awarded. Electric customers must opt-out of the aggregation program, as per the Government Energy Aggregation Act of 2003. Officials said the opting out process will be smooth. “You’ve got to weigh the pros and the cons. It’s a way to save some residents some money, compared to the difficulty in opting out, which is not difficult,” Mayor Kenneth Palmer said. “I think the energy aggregation, if under the right terms, could be a success, but we have to get the right terms.” The mayor said his administration will let residents know when and if the township has entered a contract with a third party electric supplier, including putting an article in The Manchester Times.

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HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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Watching Out For Your Ears Four Winter Hearing Aid Tips Are you winter ready? From colder temperatures, moisture, and seasonal viruses to sports events, snowmobiles, and snowball fights, Jack Frost can dish out a host of challenges for your ears and your hearing aids. With just a few simple steps, however, you’ve got this. See how easy it is to seize the fun and excitement of the season while keeping your ears and hearing technology safe and sound. Watch Out for Noise Heading out for a hunting trip, a hockey game, or some snowblowing chores? Don’t forget the hearing protection. More than 31 million Americans ages 6 to 69 have hearing loss related to noise, one of the most preventable causes. Well-fitting earplugs, headphones, or earmuffs help deaden excessively loud sounds and can even be customized to your ears. Stay Warm and Dry Keeping chilly air and water off your ears is more than just a comfort issue. Overexposure to severe cold, wind, or moisture could cause problems such as exostosis, an abnormal bone growth in the ear canal that can lead to blockage, infections, and hearing loss. Take cover with a hat and scarf or earmuffs in es-

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

How To Make Your Immune System Fight For You By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. I’m willing to bet you have been sick in the past and experienced a runny nose and congestion, sneezing, fever/chills or body aches. All you can do is treat the symptoms and hope your immune system fights for you. FYI, taking antibiotics won’t help. Your immune system strength (not the germ itself ) directly inf luences how bad you feel and how long you suffer. Vitamin D levels are lower during the winter months so it’s no coincidence that cold and f lu outbreaks happen during wintertime. Shockingly, even spending our summer days in a big city where tall buildings block the sun’s rays and lead to deficiencies of the sunshine vitamin. Vitamin D is a media darling. Time Magazine even lists D among its ‘Top Ten Medical Breakthroughs.’ Despite the name, “vitamin D” behaves more like a hormone than a vitamin. In an American study of 198 healthy adults, researchers found that individuals with blood concentrations of 38 ng/ml or more of vitamin D enjoyed a two-fold reduction in the risk of catching cold, and were able to get back to work faster. I recommend even higher levels, closer to 60 ng/ml. Allow me to brief you on what may very well be vitamin D’s most exciting role yet. We all have both an adaptive and an innate immune system. The branch of our immune system that ‘remembers’ specific attackers so that it can mount a faster defense next time an encounter is made, is called the “adaptive” immune system.

Vitamin D helps our adaptive immune system by boosting our T cells, a type of white blood cell that patrols around our bodies like soldiers, ready to destroy any infected or cancerous cells they come across. Researchers in Denmark made a truly incredible connection. For T cells to be able to activate themselves and mount an attack, vitamin D must be present. Without adequate vitamin D, our T cells are like sleeping soldiers, virtually incapable of defending us. This research suggests that perhaps we can retrain your immune system to prevent it from being so reactive and hyper, translating to a lower risk for cold and f lu, and obviously fewer auto-immune assaults. Ad e q u at e Vit a m i n D help s you r immune cells manufacture your own natural antibiotic-like substance called cathelicidin, which destroys all sorts of ‘bugs’ as they’re encountered. This activity supports your innate immune system. By the way, your innate system is your first line of defense against pathogens of all sorts so if you get sick a lot, this is the part of your immune system that you should focus on. Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency may lead to fatigue, weakness, bone or muscle pain, fractures, cracked teeth, ar rhy th mias, winter time depression and autoim mu ne f lare ups. Cer tain cancers are also associated with low D. In my humble opinion, Vitamin D3 is an affordable way to keep your immune system in tip-top shape, it’s easy to test levels and the supplement is sold pretty much everywhere.

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The Manchester Times, December 10, 2016, Page 27 Brick, a physician who has a family practice in Colts Neck. The virus changes year-to-year and you can’t rely on past vaccinations to protect you, he said. “Your antibodies wane over the year, so even if there was an exact match year to year, you’d need a booster. Also, it should be noted even in years where the vaccine does not match the circulating flu, the vaccine has been proven to still reduce disease burden and mortality,” Dr. Angelo said. Some of his patients have said they got a flu shot that resulted in a cold afterwards. “No, you just got a cold,” said Dr. Angelo. “The flu shot does not protect you from a cold, but the common cold does not kill up to 30,000 people a year, which is the main reason why we vaccinate against the flu.” And even if it doesn’t kill you, it will “knock you on your butt” for a week, which is the amount of time you need to stay out of work anyway to keep from spreading it, said Dr. Angelo. “But even if you don’t mind missing work, staying at home shivering uncontrollably, or dying, getting the flu shot protects the population in general. If enough people get their shots ‘herd immunity’ will kick in, arresting the spread of an epidemic from people who are not immunized, including people who must not get the flu, such as babies and the immunocompromised,” he said. Dr. Angelo said he and his classmates from medical school have been getting the flu shot every year since they graduated 20 years ago. “The only thing that’s happened to me and my classmates is none of us have gotten the flu or killed anybody by passing it on,” he said. The flu symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, headaches, chills, muscle aches and fatigue. The OCHD will continue to run flu clinics through January. For more information visit ochd.org.

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Federal Bureau of Investigation weighed in with a letter praising the department’s work during the discharge of an explosive device in a trash can in Seaside Park at the beginning of a charity run in September. “This investigation was a huge success thanks to your troops who went the extra mile – whether they were conducting witness interviews, securing the perimeter and helping our Evidence Response Team or moving tables and chairs around to stand-up a command post – their courageous service is the reason we were able to go from explosion to identification in 24 hours and then arrest in less than 48 hours,” stated Freeholder Kelly from the letter penned by Timothy Gallagher, FBI Special Agent in Charge. Kelly said the letter was a true testimonial to the department’s hard work and willingness to go the extra mile. As part of the accreditation process assessors from The New Jersey State Association of the Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) composed of law enforcement practitioners from similar New Jersey law enforcement agencies reviewed written materials, interviewed agency members, and visited offices and other places where compliance with the standards were observed. The NJSACOPAssessors completed their review of the agency, and reported to the full Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission which unanimously decided, to reaccredit the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office on Oct. 13. The reaccreditation is valid for the next three years. The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office originally received its initial accreditation in May 2013. The Sheriff’s Department accreditation manager is Lt. Craig Johnson. “Everyone did an outstanding job in working to meet the standards which is a daily practice here,” Mastronardy said. “Our citizens can rest assure this is a well-trained and accountable sheriff’s office.”

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The Goddard School o� Ro�te 70, Toms River The Goddard School of Route 70 in Toms River is at the cornerstone of providing excellent care for children, infant through 12 years old. The school is owned and operated by MBA graduate, Alisa Khaitan and Educational Director, Lauren Pfluger, who holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education. The welcoming facility address the needs of families who are looking to develop their children’s early education, or simply have top-notch supervision and activities for a preschool. Murals adorn the walls, fun activities bustle from each room, and caring staff help students and families. Alisa said, “What differentiates The Goddard School on Route 70 from other preschools is the strong emphasis on creative, inclusive activities as well as learning through play”. “We have had outdoor fun, invited firefighters for demonstrations, had special concerts and also just have a wide variety of unique activities and themes,” Alisa said. “We really make it fun, and playful, but it’s all a way of learning.” For example, in February the students gear up for lots of fun Valentine’s activities. But check out the daily calendar and you’ll see there’s a theme or fun activity for nearly every day of the week; whether it’s a Winter Wonderland, Pajama Day or Jackson Pollock Day. Recently, the students held a winter holiday concert at a local elementary school. Family and friends were invited to see the performance. The school also emphasizes other community interaction, such as charitable endeavors including their annual food drive and Hop-A-Thon for Easter Seals. One of the things that makes our school stick out from our competitors is our model. We have both owner, Alisa Khaitan and Educational Director, Lauren Pfluger, onsite working together almost every day.

“The difference here is that you can see us. Find us. We are here to help all the time,” Ms. Alisa said. This also means teachers as well as administrators really get to know each student as well as his or her family. The Goddard School on Route 70 in Toms River is located near Whitesville Road and across from Wendy’s, near the Toms River/ Manchester border. Many families from the towns of Toms River, Manchester, Lakewood and the Military Base use this Goddard location. It is also a pickup and drop-off bussing location for Toms River and Manchester Elementary schools, providing both before and after care for the older students. Parents can drop off their children at Goddard for supervision and instruction before school, and Goddard does the same for families after school, for children up to age 12 years old. Goddard on Route 70, Toms River now offers transportation to and from Joseph A. Citta, North Dover, Manchester,Ridgeway and Whiting Elementary Schools. The Goddard School on Route 70 can accommodate before and after care programs, public school closings and early dismissals. This is one of many services offered at the Route 70 Goddard School. The school has an Infant Program, Toddler Program, Pre-School, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and School Age Programs as well as a robust camp program, including class trips, onsite visitors and an educational component. The infant program has trained staff looking over your child to provide bottle times, nap times, play time and more. All programs are customized to your child’s progress, needs and age. Schedule a tour today to experience a day in the life of your infant. The Infant Program guides your baby’s early experiences toward a lifelong love of learning. Teachers spend lots of

–Photos by Micromedia Publications Alisa (right), onsite owner of the Route 70 Toms River Goddard School, works daily with Lauren, the school educational director, to provide quality education and service to families enrolled in the school’s many programs. time cuddling and talking to your baby to instill trust and provide a healthy early learning environment for movement, exploration and communication. The play area in the infant room is filled with toys and books that help your baby develop at his or her own pace. Teachers sing songs and read stories to encourage language acquisition. They also pass balls and play games to develop motor skills. The teachers also work with the parents to ensure a balance of home and school. Together they develop the child’s daily schedule including nap times, play times and bottle times. As part of the Infant Program, the First Steps classroom helps the child transition from Infant to Toddler as the budding explorers learn new vocabulary and self-help skills. Each of the programs, for toddlers through school age, focus on that stage in development. Whether math, reading, science, art, theater, motor skills, social development or critical reasoning. The Goddard School provides a perfect backdrop for educational success and flourishing students. “This is the amazing educational experience that Goddard is known for,” said Ms. Lauren. The programs’ accreditations and certifications include AdvancED Accreditation and Middle States Corporate Accreditation. Tours are available anytime as well as “Walk in Wednesdays,” from 8

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of dECEMBER 10-December 16.

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may be prompted to work harder and more efficiently than usual in the week to come. You tend to display confidence even if you do not possess the requisite skills or experience. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Silence is golden but knowledge is platinum. As this week unfolds gather information before you tackle new projects or tasks. Just because something seems easy doesn’t mean it is. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The higher you climb the harder it is to cling to the ladder. Your ambitious nature may put you in a precarious position in the week ahead. Be prepared for all possible contingencies. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may become serious about adding structure and organizing your financial affairs. Avoid beginning new projects, making major purchases or taking the initiative in the week ahead. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Work hard but don’t be hard hearted. As this week unfolds you may become more creative about achieving your ambitions but some influential people may find your actions callous and calculating. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Before you lay down the law consider the consequences. It is said that if guns were outlawed, then outlaws would be the only people with guns. Think before issuing mandates in the week ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Diplomacy is the key to making your week ahead less challenging. Tensions can be easily soothed through a mere kind word or two. Maintain a positive attitude and use good judgment. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This is a good week to keep your money in your wallet and the credit card in the drawer. Be businesslike and above reproach at the workplace. A partner may have some great ideas. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It could be stressful to be successful in the week to come. There could be a domino effect that causes a crucial tile to fall if you overreact to criticism or a temporary family crisis. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Stick to safe, sound and conservative principles in the week to come. Don’t give your heart or money away impulsively. You can blind to facts or only hear what you want to hear. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A penny saved is a penny that does not jeopardize your financial security. You might let your attraction to fads rule your head in the upcoming week. Avoid making impulsive purchases. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you aim for fame you risk losing the game. In the week ahead you may get more than your fair share of attention or end up in the public eye, especially if you do something wrong.

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Take Away Holiday Hassles With A Quick Pot Of Chicken Soup By Wolfgang Puck

‘Tis the season to feel stressed out. At least, that’s how too many people feel about December. Suddenly, there are too many gifts to buy, too many parties to plan and cook for, too many cookies to bake, too many errands to run, too much food to eat. Oh, and I almost forgot to mention: too many pounds to gain. Yes, the holiday season can be, and most often is, a joyous time. But, if you aren’t careful, the month’s demands can sometimes take their toll. That’s why I always try to plan regular breaks during the coming month for quiet family time and exercise. I also like to make sure that I include some simple, home-style dinners that are not only comforting but also light and healthy. For me, one of the smartest comfort foods of all is chicken soup. Just sipping it spoonful by spoonful causes you to slow down, reflect, get back in touch with what’s important and let needless distractions fall away. Like all good food, it also draws the family together. And chicken soup really does nourish the body, especially when you make it the healthy way I do, using low-sodium broth, skinless chicken pieces and lots of vegetables. But, you might be wondering, how is it possible to make chicken soup during this busy time of year when the best versions rely on slow simmering? Fortunately, the answer can be found in many kitchens, or can be purchased inexpensively as an early holiday gift: the electric pressure cooker. Pressure cookers are perfect for making great chicken soup. In fact, many professional kitchens rely on them nowadays for making stock. Cooking under pressure reduces from hours to minutes the time it takes to coax maximum flavor from soup ingredients. And there’s another bonus: The pressure also prevents the formation of froth and other impurities that sometimes cloud soups. So you’ll get rich-tasting, crystal-clear results. I like to prepare my pressure cooker chicken soup in two stages. First, I cook the chicken in good-quality canned low-sodium broth, simultaneously enhancing the taste of meat and broth. Then, after releasing pressure following manufacturer’s instructions, I remove the chicken and let it cool slightly so I can bone and cut it up while I quickly pressure-cook the vegetables for the brief time it takes them to turn tender. All that remains is to adjust seasonings to taste and serve the soup. If you like, you can add some cooked rice or noo-

dles to make it a meal in a bowl. You’ll be amazed by the results. And I predict you’ll fi nd that this easy soup helps you stay happier and healthier throughout the festive season. CHICKEN SOUP WITH PARSNIPS, CARROTS, CELERY AND LEEKS Serves 8 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) skinless chicken thighs and legs 10 cups (2.5 L) good-quality canned low-sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more as needed Freshly ground black pepper 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) dice 2 medium parsnips, cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) dice 2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch (12mm) dice 1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch (12mm) dice 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, quartered lengthwise, thoroughly rinsed under cold running water, and cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) pieces 2 tablespoons mixed chopped Italian parsley, fresh chervil leaves, and chives, for garnish 4 cups (1 L) cooked white rice or small egg noodles, optional 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, for garnish In a pressure cooker, combine the chicken, broth, salt and pepper to taste. Attach the lid and bring to full pressure; then, cook under pressure for 20 minutes. Release the pressure. Remove the chicken thighs and legs, leaving the liquid in the pressure cooker, and set them aside on a plate or in a bowl to cool slightly. Add the carrots, parsnips, celery, onion and leeks to the pressure cooker. Secure the lid, bring back to full pressure, then cook under pressure for 5 minutes. When the chicken thighs and legs are just cool enough to handle, remove and discard the bones and any fat and cartilage. Cut the meat into bite-sized pieces. As soon as the vegetables are done, release the pressure, remove the lid, and stir the chicken pieces into the soup. Taste the broth and adjust the seasonings, if necessary. If you like, divide the rice or noodles among individual heated bowls or soup plates. Ladle the soup into the bowls or plates. Garnish each serving with some of the mixed fresh herbs and the dill.

(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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