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–Photo by Jennifer Peacock Councilman Rob Nixon is sworn in alongside family, taking the oath from Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno.

By Jennifer Peacock year working for the ule to swear us in,” placing Nixon. The new Calogero told the au- president said it’s been JACKSON – The faces township.

Guadagno swore in dience. “What an ex- at least four, perhaps were the same, with some shifts in duties. returning incumbents treme honor. You’ve five, years since he was The Jackson Township Kenneth Bressi, Rob- always been a t r ue center dais.

“I was asked earlier Council ushered in its ert Nixon and Barry friend to Jackson.”

Bressi, Nixon and what I thought about 173 rd reorganization Calogero; she swore in meeting on January 3 also Bressi as council Calogero ran unop- not being council preswith the help of Lt. Gov. president, and A n n posed in the Novem- ident,” Nixon said.

Updegrave as council ber council elections, “Trust me, I’m just fine Kim Guadagno. somet h i ng t h at , i n turning over the gavel Befor e t he oat h s vice president. “ I wo u l d l i k e t o recent memor y, has to Ken today. All of took place, clerk Ann us up here, I hope you Marie Eden wished t h a n k …G u a d a g n o never happened.

Bressi moved up from know how seriously council a “successful for taking the time (Terms - See Page 4) and progressive” new from her busy sched- his vice presidency, re-

By Courtney McCann OCEAN COUNTY – Most lost and founds are for mittens, sweaters and the occasional hat or scarf.

At the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library, the lost and found is home to all of the odds and ends that borrowers le ave i n book s a s makeshift bookmarks, rather than dog-earing the pages of the latest James Patterson or

Nora Roberts.

That includes what appear to be treasured family moments, in photographs left between pages. “ Somet i me s it’s a piece of yarn or s t r i n g ,” s a i d R a chael Lavoie-Dohn, chief librarian of the Toms River branch.

“Maybe an expired plane ticket.”

In July, a table was set up in the lobby (Books - See Page 4)

Bressi, Updegrave Selected To Lead Council

Inside The Law Insurance For Homeowners.

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–Photo by Jennifer Peacock Barry Calogero, above, and Kenneth Bressi also took their oaths for their new terms at the January 3 meeting, surrounded by family.

–Photo by Jennifer Peacock JACKSON – At its annual reorganization meeting, Jackson Township Council selected Councilman Ken Bressi, left, to serve as president and Councilwoman Ann Updegrave to serve as vice president for the year ahead. The selections are annual ones and denote who will preside over council meetings.

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Books:

day parties. Landmarks from family vacations. The book itself is a snapshot of daily life.

“One of our older photos is of a police officer in full regalia,” Lavoie-Dohn said. “You wonder what the story is behind it.”

The library staff members do their best to track down the owners of items they find within the pages when checking books back in. If the makeshift bookmark is an invoice or envelope with contact information, the job is much easier. And some patrons come back looking for their photos on their own.

But photographs with just a name, date or landmark are much more difficult to track down.

“There was a photo of two women on a city street that just said 1929 on it,” Lavoie-Dohn said. “Those are the ones you feel badly about. Those old family photos that seem like they would be heirlooms for someone.”

In addition to photos and other items being forgot ten in ret u r ned librar y books, memorabilia are also sometimes left in books that are donated to the library.

“Not too long ago staff noticed a

‘grandmother’s diary’ which came in with donated books,” Lavoie-Dohn said.

“The diary, from the grandmother to a grandchild, contained family photos and with some detective work, staff were able to reunite the item with the family.”

The moral of the story? Keeping a borrowed book’s pages pristine is much appreciated, but it may be best to invest in a few bookmarks rather than reaching for the family photo album.

“We are happy that people aren’t folding down the pages,” Lavoie-Dohn joked. “But we wish they weren’t using something as special as a photo.

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achieved a lot, and we truly appreciate it,” Bressi said. Nixon received a plaque of appreciation from the whole council for his service as council president.

Administrator Helene Schlegel offered apologies on behalf of Mayor Michael Reina, who was recovering from a severe respiratory illness.

The meeting was sparsely attended, wit h no com ments f rom t he public offered.

Updeg rave spoke to T he Jack son Times after the meeting to share her

vision for this year’s council. Much of it has to do with staying the course the township has been on, which she said is “moving in a positive direction,” and remaining fiscally responsible.

Communication between the government and its citizens should remain open, she stressed, promising residents answers for any questions and concerns they may have.

Bressi weighed in on the new year too.

“I want to do the same thing that we have been so far as we move forward,

to still protect the quiet life—naturally land use is my big thing—and try to address any concerns as they come up, when they come up.”

He said it’s time to focus on enforcement of the ordinances council has adopted, saying they’re only as a good as the paper they are written on without enforcement.

The Jackson Township Council meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the municipal building, 95 W. Veterans Highway.

Continued From Page 1 with u nclaimed items, but staff requested that patrons who had lost photographs ask at the desk rather than put them on display. That’s when Senior Library Assistant Maureen Borkowski decided to find a safe, yet private way to store photos up at the circulation desk.

“Maureen decided to put them in a binder with plastic inserts so they would be protected and able to be viewed easily,” Lavoie-Dohn said.

First communion ceremonies. Birth-

Continued From Page 1 I took that role and what an honor it was.”

Bressi, a resident of Jackson for 43 years and a public servant in town for more than 30, first thanked his wife Ka ren a nd t hei r ch ild ren a nd t hei r spouses and grandchildren for their support before praising Nixon’s tenure.

“Rob carried us through the last year as cou ncil president, he has really

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

EDITORIAL Our Mission Continues With the birth of a new year, we are preparing to mark our 22nd anniversary on April 18 by continuing the mission to which we have always been dedicated.

This mission, which has been contained within the first edition of all our seven weekly newspape r s we have lau nched to d at e, i n essence states that “the mission of a local newspaper should be to promote the highest ideals of community life,” by publishing “accurate, comprehen sive news and lively commentary” so that “our readers are encouraged to feel the fulfillment of participating in all aspects of their community.”

In commemoration of our 20th anniversary, the success of our mission was validated by a proclamation issued by the Ocean County Board of Freeholders, as well as a number of municipal officials representing the communities which we serve.

Moreover, we have

used our publications a nd on l i ne pre se nce for the benefit of many worthy non-prof it organizations through the years. One of our most impor t ant com mitments for many years has been to the Ocean Cou nt y Vocat ional Te c h n i c a l S c h o o l s , where both I and members of our company have held trustee seats on its foundation for the purpose of raising money i n suppor t of the schools and its students. In the evolution of the moder n workplace, this mission is more i mpor t a nt now than ever.

As we move forward and our mission continues, we have augmented our weekly newspapers with an increasing online presence, including all forms of interactive social media, so that we can ensure that our mission will continue and increase in relevance for many, many more years to come.

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Shoreline Heart Walk Thanks Fundraisers I would like to thank the Jersey Shore businesses, organizations, families and com munit y g roups who stepped up to t he plate to help h it hea r t disease and stroke out of the park at the American Hea r t Associat ion a nd A mer ican St roke Association’s 2016 Shorel i n e He a r t Wa l k . T h e fundraising and wellness event, which was held on October 29 at FirstEnergy Park, home of the Lakewood BlueClaws in L a kewo o d wa s a huge success.

I’m happy to announce that the event raised over $128,000 for the American Hear t Association and A mer ican St roke Association’s mission of building healthier lives, f re e of ca rd iova scu la r diseases and stroke. Donations to the Heart Walk support such life-saving ef for t s a s f u nd i ng r e s e a r ch a nd e d u c a t io n , a d vo c a t i n g fo r b e t t e r health, improving patient care and reaching at-risk popu lat ions. As P resident of Jersey Shore University Medical Center, I see how these efforts directly improve the lives of our patients.

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Letters To The Editor Inc., Mid-Atlantic Sur- Where is it? This flyer is a overdose. The overdose gical Associates, WBJB 90.5, 105.7 T he Hawk, WOBM AM, 92.7 WOBM and 94.3 The Point, the Sh o r el i n e He a r t Wa l k encouraged participants to learn more about heart disease and stroke risks and to take steps to help prevent these diseases in our community.

Heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and No. 5 k i l l e r s of A m e r i c a n s .

The American Heart Association is com mit ted t o helpi ng i nd iv idu als and businesses foster a culture of health, and to providing science-based treatment guidelines to healthcare professionals, p ol i c y m a ke r s a n d t h e public.

For more infor mation about the American Hea r t Associat ion a nd American Stroke Association, please visit heart. org.

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Never Trust A Politician I received politicians’ tax cut flyer baloney. The biggest broad-based tax cut in the history of New Jersey, it says, thanks to Bob Singer, Sean Kean and David Rible. It goes on to say seniors get an average tax cut of over $1,000 a year.

Where is the tax cut, Bob Singer? I’m 82 years old and have never received a $1,000 tax cut or rebate.

EDITORIAL

Make Yourself Heard

The people of Jackson face an array of issues – taxes, traffic, the environment, education. Issues that will impact Jackson 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 officials know you’re

watching.

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. Make yourself heard.

lot of hooey.

I pay over $7,000 in taxes in Farmingdale.

Never trust a politician.

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Narcan Training Is Simple, Life-Saving The use of Naloxone can save a life. Naloxone, also k nown as Narcan is an opioid antagonist used in opioid overdoses to counteract the life-threatening depression of the respiratory system. It allows an overdose victim to breathe normally.

Although traditionally ad m i n istered by emergency response personnel, naloxone can be administered by lay people or public, making it ideal for treating heroin and other opioids overdoses. The training is simple and use of Naloxone results in a life saved.

Here is what occurs in an opioid overdose. When too much of any opioid, like heroin goes into too many receptors, the respiratory system slows and the person breathes more slowly, then not at all. Because Naloxone basically knocks the opioids out of the opiate receptors in the brain, the overdose is reversed and the person is able to breathe again.

However, it is a temporary drug that will wear off in 30 to 90 minutes and the person should be watched for sig n s of cont i nued

victim must seek medical assistance or call 911.

Lack of oxygen from opioid overdose may lead to brain injury in as little as four minutes, yet the average EMS response time is 9.4 minutes. Seconds can count during an opioid overdose so it is vital if you have a loved one or friends who use, you need to have a plan in place. Most life threatening opioid emergencies occur in the home, witnessed by friends or family.

Brand names of Naloxone are Evzio, Narcan injection, Narcan Nasal Spray.

They all come with simple, lifesaving directions and are easy to administer.

Upon purchase, read and k now how to use these devices and keep them readily available.

S o m e s t a t e s h ave a third-party law where a concer ned pa rent, employee or nurse at a school can obtain Naloxone and administer it without facing legal repercussions (known as the good Samaritan act). If you come in contact with a high-risk i ndividu al, you should have this lifesaving overdose antidote.

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

From The Desk Of The Governor

– Governor Chris Christie

Christie Administration Wins Appeal To Extend Sandy-Related State Channel Dredging Efforts

NEW JERSEY – The Christie Administration has won an appeal with t h e Fe d e r a l E m e r g e n cy Management Agency (FEMA) that will provide more time and Federal f u nd s t o c omplet e t he dredging of State channels clogged with sand and silt by Superstor m Sandy. This victory will i m p r ove t h e s a fe t y of New Jersey’s navigable c oa st a l wat e r ways for r e c r e at ion a l a nd c om mercial boating and provide a long-ter m commitment to New Jersey’s m a r i n e t r a n s p o r t a t io n s ys t e m . Und e r t he fa vorable ruling, the State will receive an estimated $60 million or more for vital waterway recovery projects.

“Superstor m Sandy devastated New Jersey’s wat e r ways, de p osit i ng sand and silt into many state channels, creating

hazards for recreational boaters and commercial f i s h e r m e n ,” G ove r n o r Chris Christie said. “Restoring the hundreds of affected channels takes time and resources. This decision recognizes the challenges New Jersey faces in meeting the monumental task of ret u r n i ng ou r n av ig a ble waterways to a state of good repair.”

“The New Jersey Depa r t me nt of Tr a n s p ortation (NJDOT) has res t o r e d 12 ch a n n el s t o t hei r aut hor i zed de pt h si nce Superstor m Sandy, and another 15 are c u r r e n t l y u n d e r w a y,” New Jersey Department of Transportation Comm i s s i o n e r R i c h a r d T. Hammer said. “But there is still much work to do.

F E M A’s d e c i s io n i s a recognition of the magnitude of work required and the economic impor-

tance of providing safe n av ig a ble ch a n n el s t o small businesses that rely o n Ne w Je r s e y wa t e rways, such as marinas, bait a nd t a ck le shops, ch a r t e r c omp a n ie s , a s well as the commercial fishing industry.”

“We are ver y pleased with this decision, as it is consistent with the need for a statewide network of s a fe a n d n av ig a ble coastal waterways,” New Jersey Department of Environ mental Protection ( D E P) C o m m i s s i o n e r Bob Mar tin said. “Safe navigation of these water ways is essential to the economic vitality of our coastal communities, prov id i ng re c re at ion al boaters access to marinas and docks as part of their enjoyment of the shore’s b e a u t y. Sa fe ch a n n el s also ensure commercial fishing vessels have reliable access to ports and

fishing grounds.”

Of the more than 200 channels that had some level of shoaling because of Superstorm Sandy, 131 a re elig ible for FEM A reimbursement. Federal r eg u l a t io n s o r ig i n a l ly required all of the emergency dredging work to be completed by October 30, 2017. T he Ch r ist ie Ad m i n i s t r a t io n’s s u c cessf ul appeal resulted in FEM A reclassif ying the projects as permanent work and extended the deadline for completion to December 31, 2024.

NJDOT and DEP worked closely with the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, which is in charge of coordination with FEMA for the state, to facilitate the appeal process.

In granting the extension, FEMA recognized t he li m ited w i ndow of only three to four months

during the year in which d redging activities are allowed in state channels because of weather, various reg ulator y ti m i ng restrictions often related to protection of wetland species/environments, as well as the constraints on availability of dredging equipment a nd exper ienced contractors.

Since shortly after Sand y, N J D O T h a s b e e n working to ensure safe navigation of chan nels while also pr ior it izi ng dredging under its comprehensive State Channel D redg i ng P rog r a m announced in March 2014. To d ate, NJ DOT has completed the restoration of 12 channels to their authorized depth, with another 15 channels currently underway.

DEP, NJDOT, and the G o v e r n o r ’s O f f i c e of Recover y and Rebuilding (GOR R) have been

Governor Chris Christie working closely together to provide and expedite per mits for state channel d re dg i ng proje ct s.

The DEP and NJDOT’s Office of Maritime Resources will continue to work to ensure management of dredged materials in an environmentally responsible and cost-effective manner.

All channels in the New J e r s e y M a r i n e Tr a n s por t ation System are managed and maintained by the state for their impor tance in connecting local and Federal channels and promoting local economies. New Jersey’s recreational boating industr y contributes $2.2 billion to the state econo m y, w i t h m o r e t h a n 1,000 businesses providing nearly 12,000 jobs.

Bill Allows More Retired Officers To Carry Firearms

TRENTON – Legislation allowing more retired law enforcement off icers to carry firearms cleared the General Assembly by a 77-0 vote. The bill is sponsored by Assemblymen Dave Rible, Ron Dancer, Declan O’Scanlon, Parker Space and Assemblywoman Gail Phoebus.

“There was some confusion in the way the law was written,” said Rible (R–Monmouth). “We had a number of f r ust rated lawmen come to us who

had been denied a permit after long careers of public service with a gun and a badge. The State Police suggested that the Legislature clear up the confusion, and this bill does just that.”

The bill (A2690) allows retired law enforcement officers such as state park police, parole off icers, N.J. Transit and campus police among others to carry concealed weapons until they turn 75 years old.

“These men and women spent their careers fighti ng cr i me and keepi ng people safe,” said Dancer (R–Ocean). “They know the law and can handle weapons, and it makes sense to allow them to continue to carry a firearm.”

In 1997, then-Gov. Christie Todd Whitman signed a law allowing retired police officers to carry concealed weapons in response to the murder of a retired policeman who attempted to stop a car-jacking at a Newark

cemetery.

“These are men and women who have spent their ca reers f ig ht i ng cr i me and keeping people safe,” said Dancer (R– Ocean).

“They understand the law, they know how to handle the weapons, and it makes sense to allow them to continue to carry a firearm.”

O’S c a n lo n ( R– Mo n mouth) said, “This will only add to the number of qualified people prepared to defend and protect us if the need ever arises. Trag-

edies such as the Colorado t heater shoot i ng could have been curtailed if a police officer, retired or otherwise, were present and armed. Having more among us will only help make us safer.”

“A cop is a cop. They may have ret i red f rom their jobs, but not thei r commitment to ‘protect and ser ve’,” said Space (R–Sussex). “This legislation makes New Jersey more compliant with the federal law and will

make our neighborhoods safer and more comfor t able for ever ybody except criminals.”

“It will also allow the public to feel more s e c u r e,” s a id Pho e bu s (R—Sussex). “We have done a great job fighting crime in New Jersey, and t he st at ist ics prove it.

But a single incident of violent crime is one too many. A retired off icer with a gun may be able to prevent it from happening.”

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–Photo courtesy Bartley Healthcare Bartley Healthcare participated in the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys For Tots nationwide toy drive for the 18th consecutive year.

JACKSON – Bartley Healthcare participated in the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys For Tots nationwide toy drive for the 18th consecutive year. Bartley Healthcare, and The Orchards at Bartley Assisted Living, both hosted as drop off points for Toys For Tots. Between the two buildings, they collected three big boxes of toys.

“This is everyone at Bartley’s favorite drive to contribute to. We could not be happier to give gifts, and send a message of hope to the less fortunate children in the community”, stated Debbie Shapiro, administrator at Bartley Healthcare.

Participation in Toys For Tots is only one example of Bartley Healthcare’s 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 25-acre campus, for community and professional events.

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. Last year, Toys For Tots total support and revenue was $269,606,861.

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Women’s Health Center Earns National Recognition For Breast Cancer Care

FREEHOLD – The Star and Barry Tobias Women’s Health Center at CentraState has been granted a Three-Year Full Accreditation designation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, a program administered by the American College of Surgeons.

Accreditation by the NAPBC is only given to those centers that have voluntarily committed to provide the highest level of quality breast care and that undergo a rigorous evaluation process and review of their performance every three years.

The Star and Barry Tobias Women’s Health Center earned the designation for demonstrating compliance with standards established by the NAPBC, including center leadership, clinical management, research, community outreach, professional education, and quality improvement. By meeting these standards, CentraState has demonstrated a firm commitment to offer its patients evidence-based, quality care in their battle against breast disease.

“We are extremely proud to have earned this accreditation by the NAPBC,” said Barry Asch, assistant vice president, Cancer Services at CentraState. “The designation recognizes that our entire breast cancer team, which includes breast surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, diagnostic radiologists, pathologists, support services and other ancillary cancer specialists, combines their expertise

American Legion Post 504

JACKSON – Wartime-era veterans of Jackson and the surrounding area now have an opportunity to join in on a partnership that will increase community service in the area.

Jackson’s American Legion Post 504, an arm of the nation’s largest veteran’s organization, is inviting all wartime-era veterans in the area to join them in providing service to local veterans and their families.

Honorably discharged veterans, along with those currently serving, from the following eras: WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Lebanon-Grenada, Panama or the recent Gulf War/War on Terrorism (August 2, 1990-present) are eligible to join the American Legion Jackson Township Post 504.

For additional information or questions, contact Commander Dave Whelan at 732-276-5921 or alpost504@gmail.com; or Finance Officer/Membership Director Barry J. Kakos at 732-370-0562 or BJK1946@aol.com.

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For more information about all of the services provided at The Star and Barry Tobias Women’s Health Center, call 866-CENTRA7.

The NAPBC is a consortium of professional organizations dedicated to the improvement of the quality of care and monitoring of outcomes of patients with diseases of the breast. This mission is pursued through standard-setting, scientific validation, and patient and professional education. Its board membership includes professionals from 20 national organizations that reflect the full spectrum of breast care.

CentraState Healthcare System is a nonprofit community health organization consisting of an acute-care hospital, a health and wellness campus, three senior living communities, a Family Medicine Residency Program, and a charitable foundation. CentraState’s teaching program is sponsored by Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

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The panty is also under the supervision of the Food Bank of Monmouth & Ocean Counties.

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LAKEWOOD – All Saints Episcopal Church, 213 Madison Ave., holds Sunday and mid-week services.

On Sundays, Holy Eucharist (Rite I) is held at 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist (Rite II) is held at 10:30 a.m. The Santa Eucaristia is

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JACKSON – Faith Bible Church meets at 11 a.m. each Sunday at Jackson Liberty High School, 125 N. Hope Chapel Road. They meet Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. at the church, 341 E. Veterans Highway. For more information, visit fbc-jackson.org.

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Women-Owned Businesses See Increased Loan Approvals

NEW JERSEY – The U.S. Small Business Administration reported today that SBA loan approvals to New Jersey women business owners increased by 26 percent during fiscal year 2016, the period from October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016.

According to SBA New Jersey District Director Al Titone, Women business owners received a total of 355 SBA loans for a total of $113 million

this past fiscal year, compared to the 280 loans for $111.4 million they received during fiscal year 2015.

“There is no question that SBA lending to New Jersey women-owned businesses is trending upward and that these loans have helped support hundreds of businesses that ranged from full service restaurants to veterinary services to supermarket owners,” said Titone. “An analysis

of our loan data shows this year women business owners received 20 percent of the 1,754 loans approved by SBA’s New Jersey district office and 14 percent of the $805 million that went to all small business owners around the state.

The average SBA loan to a NJ women-owned business in 2016 was for a little over $316,000.”

The 355 SBA loans approved to women-owned businesses in 2016 helped to create 1,345 jobs

and retain another 1,475 jobs throughout the state. “This only confirms what we already know, that New Jersey women business owners play a vital role in our local economy,” added Titone. “We have come a long way since 2012, when we approved 167 loans for $69 million to women-owned businesses and each year after that number has increased incrementally.”

Titone credited the increase in lending to the extensive outreach and relationships his office has developed with local women business groups and organizations this past year. In addition, the SBA supported state Women Business Centers; the Women’s Center for Entrepreneurship Corporation (WCEC) in Chatham and the Latin American Economic Development Association (LAEDA) Women’s Business Center located in Camden, and eight SCORE Chapters and a statewide network of America’s New Jersey Small Business Development Centers have all contributed to providing women entrepreneurs with the necessary business counseling and training that enable them to secure funding for their small businesses.

In addition to the business counseling and training components, Titone said, “Our network of lenders has done a tremendous job in helping women entrepreneurs gain access to capital.

Over the last five years, New Jersey lenders have helped us to reach more women businesses each year.”

Leading the way with the most loans to women business owners in 2016 was Wells Fargo with 48 loans for $1.1 million. Other lenders approving 10 or more loans were TD Bank with 37 loans for $7.7 million; M&T Bank with 34 loans for $5 million; JPMorgan Chase Bank with 15 loans for $3 million; NewBank with 14 loans for $7.5 million; Sturdy Savings Bank with 12 loans for $4.3 million and Empire State Certified Development Corp with 11 loans for $5.8 million.

According to Titone, his office approved loans to women-owned businesses in 19 of the 21 counties in the state. The only counties not to have an SBA women-owned loan approval were Cumberland and Salem Counties. Leading the way was Bergen County with 62 loans for $22.6 million. Essex County was second with 36 loans for $9.3 million; Middlesex County was third with 26 loans for $11.6 million. Rounding out the top five counties were Burlington County with 25 loans for $5.4 million and Ocean County with 23 loans for $5.8 million.

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Almonds: K now n as Pr unus dulcis, almonds contain salicin which go on to form “salicylic acid.” This is the primary by-product of aspirin. We all know what aspirin is for, don’t we? Eating a handful of almonds each day is like consuming natural aspirin. A study published in The Journal of Nutrition found that almonds can decrease post-prandial (after eating) blood sugar, as well as insulin and free radical damage.

Black Cumin: Known as Nigella sativa these jet black seeds can be used to f lavor bread and other baked goods. You can buy black cumin seed oil as a dietary supplement which I often recommend for people dealing with neurological problems. If your child had intractable seizures, please mention Nigella sativa supplementation to your pediatrician because the research is easy to find, and very positive.

Frankincense: Known as Boswellia serrata, this is a gummy resin, that contains compounds that might relieve joint pain by inhibiting the inf lammatory cytokines that lead to discomfort. Research suggests that boswellia could improve ovarian and bladder health, and studies have already been conducted on people with those types

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Garlic: I love roasted garlic on my pizza!

This herb can support healthy cholesterol ratios while decreasing platelet aggregation like a blood thinner. It can inhibit Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) acting similarly the drugs lisinopril and enalapril.

Myrrh: Known as Commiphora myrrha; I keep this essential oil handy for cuts. It smells awful, no lie, but it’s worth having because it’s a strong antiseptic and anti-everything. It could help reduce infection by a parasite, bacteria or fungus.

Olive: Known botanically as Olea europaea. The olive branch conveys a universal symbol of peace. Olive oil contains oleic acid which is a fatty acid. This compound works in conjunction with vitamin D to support immune health.

Saffron: Known as Crocus sativus; saffron acts like a natural antidepressant, anxiolytic and sedative. It contains many biologically active compounds including crocin and safranal which protect your levels of dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine.

Because saffron provides cofactors for the SOD enzyme, it may be helpful if you have an SOD polymorphism.

Sage: This herb was studied on patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease and researchers concluded that sage “produced a significantly better outcome on cognitive function.” Interestingly, sage was shown in lab studies to help reduce f lare-ups of herpes-related viruses such as cold sores and genital herpes.

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After the interview I asked my supervisor if she was going to be hired. His response was that she met all the qualifications but would not be hired. His issue was her tattoos which he said is not the image the hotel wishes to portray. She does have an abundance of tattoos on her arms. My question, Joel, is should I

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The Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library will hold free help for

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Open enrollment is from November 1 to January 31.

What should clients bring to begin to enroll and see if they qualify for reduced premiums: home and/or mailing addresses for everyone applying; social security numbers or document i n for mat ion for law f ully present

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Able to pass background check. F/T, P/T, days, nights. 732-477-4531. (3) P/T Custodian - Needed for adult community clubhouse. Flexible hours. Year round. Complete application at: Crestwood Village II, Harmony Hall, 470 Rt. 530, Whiting, NJ. 732-350-5858. (1) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Now Hiring Property Inspectors- FT/ PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@comcast.net or msangelabove@comcast.net. 732-7664425, 201-259-0734. Ask for Mel. (t/n) Part Time/Per Diem Driver - transport consumers to & from mental health facility in Brick. Split a.m.

(7 to 9)/p.m. shifts (2:45 to 4:45).

Drive company owned van. Clean valid driver’s license required. (No CDL needed). Ideal for retired individual. Fax resume to 732-2559034 or call 732-255-9102, ext. 4 for more information.

(4) Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part time waitstaff/servers, dietary aides, PT dishwashers. FT dishwasher must have open availability. We are a well established retirement/ healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay and 401(K) once you have worked 1 year and 1000 hours. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9/ hr. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (48)

Services Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400.

Special winter discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391.

(6) Wallpaper and Bordering - Hanging and removal of old. No job too big or small. Great references.

Call Angela 609-891-8544.

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PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Celebrating almost five decades of service. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice. com. See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award.

Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Carpet Repair - Restretching, ripples removed, repair work, stairs installed.

Call Mike at 732-920-3944. (3) Caulking - Interior, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Cutting out old. Installing new. Call Steve 732-703-8120. Thank You. (t/n) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Handyman and More - From painting to plumbing. Also, clean-ups and clean-outs. Junk removal. Hauling.Whatever you need. Assurance, LLC. Lic#13VH05930800.

732-678-7584, Tony. (t/n) Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing in interiors/exteriors.

Very neat. Special senior discounts.

Reasonable, affordable, insured.

References. Low winter rates.

License #13VH3846900. 732-8994470 or 732-814-4851.

(52) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (t/n) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C. Save $$$. Senior discounts. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227.

(3) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725.

(45) Gerard’s Watch & Jewelry Repair - Master watch maker. Expert battery replacement. 908-507-3288.

864 West Hill Plaza, 37W. Next to Window Happenings store.

(6) We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Assurance Drain, LLC. Lic#13VH05930800 732-678-7584, Tony. (t/n) All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting - Painting, kitchens, baths, basements, etc. Remodeled, flooring, carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters. “Any to do list.” No job too small. $ave Call Clark 732-850-5060.

(2) Caregiver - RN 25 years in Ukraine plus 15 years U.S. eldercare experience. References. Live-in/out, or hourly. LVW (Manchester, NJ) owner resident. Call Lucy 732-657-1409, home. 732-833-3273, cell.

(3) Painting - I will paint your rooms. Very good prices. Call 732-552-7513. (26)

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Robert C. Shea Esq.

By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Marc S. Galella, Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates When buying a house, you should know about the different types of insurance you may need to protect your new home. The purchase of a house is probably the biggest investment most people will ever make so you should consider the various insurances available to protect your investment.

Here are some of the forms of insurance that you should consider: Homeowners/Fire Insurance.

Often called “hazard” insurance by most mortgage lenders, this type of insurance will protect you in the event of a fire or other such casualty loss. There are several components to this kind of insurance.

Casualty covers the cost of repairing or rebuilding your house in the event of a fi re, wind damage, etc. You should also have coverage for the contents, i.e. your personal property located in the house. In addition, your homeowners policy will usually provide you with liability coverage to reimburse third parties for personal injury or property damage which you may cause to them. It is a good idea to make a list of all the items in your home and/or take photos of them in the event that you need to make a claim. If you have homeowners insurance, make sure that you have guaranteed replacement cost. Your homeowners policy may also give you coverage to allow you to stay in alternate housing in the event that you cannot occupy your house for a period of time due to covered damage.

Flood insurance.

As many people found out after Superstorm Sandy, homeowners insurance does not cover you for damage resulting from f looding. Homeowners insurance may

cover damage resulting Marc S. Galella Esq. from a broken pipe or other such causes, but it provides no coverage for any water that enters your house from the exterior. In addition to providing coverage for the repair/replacement of the structure of your house, you should also consider getting flood insurance coverage for the contents of your house.

Earthquake insurance.

Most standard homeowners insurance policies will exclude coverage for damage caused by earthquakes or other such ground movement. Although earthquakes are not common in New Jersey, they are not unheard of. Remember the Northeast earthquake of August 2011? Although this widely felt earthquake did relatively little damage in New Jersey, most people do not realize that they may have had no coverage if they did experience damage.

Personal umbrella policy.

This is an inexpensive form of liability insurance coverage for when liability to a third party exceeds the coverages afforded by your standard insurance policies (homeowners or automobile). In most cases a policy with $1,000,000 of coverage will cost less than $200 per year. Coverages are available for up to $5,000,000. The drawback is that you may have to increase the limits on your automobile coverage.

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Jackson Branch Library’s January Technology Classes JACKSON – The Jackson Branch Library is offering the following technology workshops for adults in January.

“New Jersey Career Connections: Navigating the Path to Employment.”

January 10 at 2 p.m. Anyone looking for a new job can take this hands-on tour of the powerful New Jersey Career Connections website. Participants may bring copies of their resumes to work on.

“Genealogy Basics.” January 11 at 2 p.m. This presentation will teach participants about the Ancestry Library Edition for genealogy research. Participants must have mouse, keyboard, and Internet skills.

“Microsoft Word Basics.” January 17 at 2 p.m. Learn how to create and format a document. Topics will include writing text, changing the size and color of words, and more. Participants should be comfortable using a computer mouse.

“Looking for a Good Doctor?” January 19 at 2 p.m. This presentation will have participants searching for doctors and their credentials. Par ticipants

must have mouse, keyboard, and basic Internet skills.

“Microsoft Excel Basics.” January 20 at 10 a.m. Learn how to get started using this powerful spreadsheet tool. Participants must have mouse and keyboard skills.

“Looking for a Good Book? Use Novelist Plus!” January 23 at 10 a.m. This class will introduce participants to Novelist Plus, an online tool for finding a new read. The resource is free for Ocean County Library cardholders. Participants should have experience searching the Internet.

“Microsoft Excel Formulas.” January 25 at 10 a.m. This is an advanced MS Excel class. Participants must have mouse and keyboard skills, as well as some experience using Excel.

“Microsoft Word Advanced.” January 27 at 10 a.m. Participants will learn how to create tables, use the mail merge function, and add clip art to documents.

Participants must have mouse and keyboard skills, as well as some experience using Word.

“Mystery Computer Class.” January

30 at 2 p.m. The subject of this class is top secret. Participants must have mouse, keyboard, and basic Internet skills.

Registration is required for each of the above workshops. To sign up, call 732928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary. org.

The Jackson Branch Library is located at 2 Jackson Drive.Knit-ChatChain Volunteers JACKSON – Anyone who wants to learn to knit or crochet in a friendly group setting can join K nit-ChatChain Volunteers, a group of hook and needle experts.

T he g roup will meet Januar y 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library, 2 Jackson Drive.

Bring UFOs (UnFinished Objects) to work on with help.

Everyone is welcome. Patterns are available. Donations of wool are welcome as well.

The group has recently donated to Your Grandmother’s Cupboard, Ocean Medical Center in Brick, and MMSC.

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Donations Sought

JACKSON – The Cassville Volunteer Fire Company has served the Cassville community since 1939.

Funding is a constant battle for all nonprofit organizations. Although some equipment and apparatus expenses are reimbursed by the board of fire commissioners, a large amount of items are not covered. As the state gets more pressure on budgeting, it creates situations where volunteer fire companies receive bare minimum of what they need have a truck roll to fire calls.

Donated money is spent on replacing old equipment and gear, keeping up on fire house maintenance, and – the most important – training.

Donations in the form of checks can be mailed to: Cassville Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, 785 Miller Ave., Jackson, N.J. 08527.

St. Vincent dePaul Society

JACKSON – Through the St. Vincent dePaul Society, St. Aloysius and St. Monica parishes provide emergency short-term assistance to those individuals in need living within Jackson.

This assistance is defined as counsel, referral, food vouchers, or other monetary disbursement to ease a person’s or family’s short-term emergency need that cannot be met otherwise.

The hotline is 732-370-0098.

To volunteer, call the Parish Office at 732370-0500.

St. Aloysius Parish is located at 935 Bennetts Mills Road.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of jANUARY 7 - jANUARY 13

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Think outside yourself. Resolve to make your partner’s life just a bit better. As this week unfolds you might find that the support of someone else is necessary to sustain your own happiness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your cheerfulness attracts compliments. Remain faithful if you hope to enjoy a rapturous romp with a romantic companion. In the week to come your business sense might be out of kilter.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): If you are receptive and perceptive you can sidestep the deceptive. In the week ahead a close companion might be less than forthcoming.

Resolve not to overreact to what seems like a betrayal.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): It is tempting to remain tethered to togetherness.

Make the most of your vacation engaged in quality time with family. Later in the week your loved ones might not have time for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Sing a sentimental duet with your special someone. Perfect harmony is possible if you follow your intuitions. Don’t expect special favors or generosity from the boss in the week ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Display a tranquil air to lure a lover into your lair.

Your mate could be especially sensitive to your needs and wants. This is a good week to make lasting contentment and harmony a reality.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Build a cocoon of contentment. Relax within the warmth of a trustworthy relationship and find hidden benefits in your job. Frustrating situations might prevent you from attaining your goals.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A spirit of blissful agreement can make significant relationships the centerpiece of tranquility. Implement key plans and long term partnership agreements in the early part of the week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The only thing to fear is fear itself. Lucky breaks can improve your career outlook in the week ahead, but you must be able and willing to experiment with something new.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Keep your comments to yourself. In the week ahead there could be some crossed wires in your communications. Resolve to be more understanding and open minded on the job.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Fool around and fall in love without being foolish. Enjoy relationships that have a definite chance of lasting. Choose purchases with an eye on durability in the first part of the week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Listen to the words of the bard. “To sleep, perchance to dream” may offer necessary rest. Find peace and harmony in the week to come if you are willing to set your imagination loose.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen

Give Your Celebration A Lift With These Easy Souffles

By Wolfgang Puck

As someone who enjoys fine dining while also trying to eat more mindfully, I’m happy to tell you that it’s possible to achieve both goals at the same time.

So many ingredients have an air of luxury while also being good for you: salmon and other seafood, skinless poultry, lean cuts of meat, nutty-tasting whole grains, all kinds of vegetables and fruits. Prepare them in ways that maximize their flavor while limiting the fat and sugar you add, and you can have a special meal that that’s also a healthy one.

That’s true even for dessert. As a perfect example, I’d like to share one of my favorite recipes for a final sweet course that’s incredibly luxurious and also remarkably low in calories and fat. And you can say it all in just one word: souffle.

Souffles strike most people as a pinnacle of special-occasion dining. Served hot from the oven, they look like edible magic tricks: impossibly risen high above the rims of their dishes, light and airy and full of flavor.

Many dessert souffles, of course, can defy the definition of “healthy,” being rich with egg yolks or chocolate and embellished with rich custard sauce or whipped cream. But remember that the airiness of souffles comes from beaten egg whites, which themselves are virtually fat-free; and there are other ways to enrich and sweeten the mixture.

The following souffle recipe features the exotic, tropical flavors of passion fruit and fresh banana. (You can find passion fruit pulp frozen in many well-stocked supermarkets, or even buy it online with overnight shipping.)

The souffle itself is so luscious and flavorful that it doesn’t even need added embellishments. The results: 140 calories per serving, with only about 25 percent of them from fat. And if you want to make the souffles extra special without being too overindulgent, you could also gently fold 1 ounce (30 g) of semisweet chocolate chips into the mixture before putting it into the ramekins; it’s a treat that won’t make the dessert too indulgent, adding only about 18 calories per serving.

Better still, a souffle is the perfect dessert to enjoy with a glass of sparkling wine. So please join me in toasting a wonderful year ahead!

BANANA-PASSION FRUIT SOUFFLES Serves 8 FRUIT BASE: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons dark brown

sugar 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 4 ounces (125 g) very ripe peeled banana, chopped into 1/2-inch (12-mm) pieces 1/4 cup (60 mL) frozen, thawed passion fruit puree SOUFFLES: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature 4 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons granulated sugar 6 large cage-free egg whites Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting First, prepare the fruit base: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over high heat and cook it until it turns nut brown, watching carefully to make sure it doesn’t burn.

Stir in the brown and granulated sugars and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until it turns caramel-colored, about 5 minutes. Add the banana and stir until well coated. Continue cooking for 2 minutes longer.

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the passion fruit puree. Transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and set aside to cool to room temperature.

To prepare the souffles, first preheat the oven to 425 F (215 C). Brush the inside bottom and sides of four individual 4-ounce (125-mL) ramekins with the room-temperature butter. Evenly sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of the sugar over the butter inside a ramekin; repeat the process with the remaining ramekins.

Put the egg whites in a clean bowl. Beat with a hand mixer at medium-high speed while slowly sprinkling in the remaining 4 tablespoons sugar. Continue beating until the egg whites form moderately stiff peaks that barely stand up straight when the beaters are lifted out.

With a rubber spatula, gently fold half of the beaten egg whites into the cooled banana mixture. Then, fold in the rest of the egg whites until just a few streaks of white remain. Spoon the souffle mixture evenly among the prepared ramekins, mounding it above their rims.

Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the center of the preheated oven until they have nicely risen and their tops are golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes.

Carefully transfer the ramekins to individual serving plates. Serve immediately, dusted with confectioners’ sugar.

(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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LUNA DI LUNA

WINE SELECTIONS

Blended Italian Wine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5L $1499

BAREFOOT

All Varietals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5L $1199

SUTTER HOME

Cab., Chard., Merlot, Moscato, Red Zinfandel.1.5L $999

J LOHR

Chardonnay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .750ML

$

CAVIT

Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Merlot. . . . . 1.5L

$

10

99

1399

6 PACK SPECIAL!!

95 35 $ 95 45 $ 9995

GABBIANO RED $ ITALIAN - 750ML BTLS

BLACKSTONE

CALIFORNIA - 750ML BTLS

CLOS DU BOIS

CALIFORNIA - 1.5L BTLS