2017-01-21 - The Howell Times

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Vol. 13 - No. 33

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Dear Pharmacist Three Tips To Help You Stay Sober.

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Inside The Law Delay, Defend and Deny.

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Letters To The Editor Fix The State Instead Of The Statehouse Page 5.

From Your Government Officials Page 6.

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–Photos by Howell Police Above left, Chief Andrew Kudrick with newly appointed SLEO IIs, Cody Fobes, Scott Colton Bigelow, Matthew Niebling and Andrew Barone. Above right, Kudrick with new Patrolwoman Stephanie Regina.

By Sara Grillo in and promotions of They are the best law Cr i me Suppression HOWELL – As the many officers in the enforcement agency in Unit, directly responnew year began, new department during the the county.” sible for responding to officers joined the de- January reorganization Among the promo- the heroin crisis, and partment, and others meeting, sharing that tions was Lieutenant served over 300 search were promoted.

“Howell Township by Thomas Rizzo to the warrants since the unit Monmouth County far has the best police role of captain. Rizzo was formed in 2014.

Sherriff Shaun Gold- department, but don’t served as commandOfficers were also en led the swearing tell my officers that. er of the department’s (Police - See Page 11)

Testimony On Two Howell Development Projects Postponed

By Daniel Nee HOWELL Two development projects have been formally proposed, but the public will have to wait longer than expected to have their say on the matter.

The proposals, both pending before the Zoning Board of Adjustment, include a t wo -stor y of f ice building and a large self-storage center.

Ford Road Equities, LLC, has proposed the office building for

Ford Road, off Route 9. According to township documents, the developer, based in Millstone Township, is seeking permission to construct a two-story, 16,000 square foot office building in the space formerly owned

by Diabetics Direct, a Lakewood company that lost the plot to foreclosure. The project will include the construction of parking, lighting, landscaping and stormwater management facilities.

In previous board testimony, representatives for Ford Road Equities have said they plan on demolishing all of the structures that remain

on the site because they are considered “dilapidated.” The size of the plot of land on which the building (Ford - See Page 4)

–Photo by Catherine Galioto The application self-storage facility for Route 9 near Casino Drive was postponed again, to the February zoning board meeting.

–Photo by Daniel Nee The Planning Board will hear an application to build a shopping center on 12.5 acres near Casino Drive.

By Daniel Nee HOWELL The Howell Township Planning Board will continue hearing testimony next month on a shopping center proposed for an area of Route 9 where some have raised concerns over flooding.

SL Homes, owned by developer Br uno Savo, of Colts Neck, is proposing to develop an approximately 12.5 acre site off Route 9, just north of Casino Drive. Plans call for a 15-u n it ret ail shopping center and two outlying pad sites that would be marketed to restaurants for further development.

Jan Wouters, attorney for the applicant, said Savo has owned the property since 1985.

“There are some dilapidated foundations on the property and

there is a billboard, but basically the site is vacant,” said William A. Stevens, vice president of Professional Design Services, who served as the project engineer and planner.

The plan for the site includes three buildings – the main retail building with 15 units, as well as the restaurant pad sites. There will be a “mezzanine” section over several of the center units.

“It will be a multitenant retail structure,” said Stevens, explaini ng t h at del ive r ie s would be made to the back of the each unit, adjacent to employee parking spaces.

Remaining unresolved following the January 5 hearing on the project were questions from the township’s planners (Shopping - See Page 4)

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area, stating that in previous major storms, the Manasquan River – which abuts the southern property line of the site – has overflowed onto the site itself and even across Route 9.

“This area was a major area of concern for the township following two significant storms,” said Gotto, adding that homes in a nearby neighborhood were bought out under the state’s Blue Acres program to prevent future development. “I’m a little hesitant to unilaterally accept the testimony as to what would happen in a particular situation, knowing what has happened in the past.”

Ford:

would also include a truck rental facility on the same property, which is located on a 4.84 acre plot on Route 9 between Casino Drive and West Farms Road.

The storage facility will consist of two buildings totaling 105,000 square feet, plus a third single-story building that will measure 3,900 square feet. In addition to the truck rentals, the project includes a space for vehicle trailer hitch installations, plus 13 parking spaces for display vehicles. The application requires board approval because a previous, 118,000 square foot project that was approved for the site never materialized, forcing the new owner to go back to the drawing board on township approvals.

The application was scheduled to be heard at the January 9 meeting but, for reasons that were not disclosed, was postponed to the February 27 meeting.

Continued From Page 1 on deliveries. The township’s representatives had suggested a dedicated loading zone, but Savo’s representatives said they preferred to have a two-way drive behind the stores and restaurants to allow the future tenants to decide how loading should occur.

“I wanted to leave the driveway two ways, so people could fi nd out the best way to load into their own stores,” said Stevens.

Board member and former mayor William Gotto raised concerns over flooding in the

Continued From Page 1 would be constructed is 6.97 acres.

The project must receive zoning board approval because the plot is located in the Highway Development Zone, where office buildings are not normally permitted. The board must grant the developer a use variance on the project before construction can begin. A hearing scheduled January 9 was postponed due to scheduling issues. A new date for the hearing has not yet been set. vThe self-storage center, the hearing of which was also postponed from the January 9 meeting, is being proposed by Amerco Real Estate Company, a Phoenix, Az.-based real estate development fi rm. According to township documents, the self-storage facility would carry the U-Haul brand and

The site is not considered part of a flood zone according to the state Department of Environmental Protection, however the township remains concerned due to the site’s past history. The DEP’s maps on the area were last updated in 2009, before hurricanes Irene and Sandy struck New Jersey.

Stevens said if flooding is a concern, he could design a berm and buffer area.

A retention basin is already included in plans for the site. But each facet of flood protection should be carefully considered, he added.

“This isn’t a giant, big-box center,” said Stevens. “It’s small stores.”

Savo was seeking both preliminary and fi nal approval on the site, but some board members and professionals indicated they may wish to grant only preliminary approval since the issue of loading areas may not be resolved until a tenant is chosen for the restaurant sites and can articulate how their business operates.

“We wanted to wait until approval to begin to market the property,” said Savo.

The board will continue hearing testimony at its February 16 meeting. It is expected that numerous residents neighboring the property may raise concerns over the project.

Children’s Home Society Offers Free Trauma Counseling

NEW JERSEY – The Calming After the Storm Project provides free counseling to Ocean and Monmouth County residents, business owners and first responders who have been impacted in any way by Superstorm Sandy.

Over the past year, trauma-trained clinicians have helped children, adults and families affected by the storm to alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety and anger, including sleeplessness, lack of motivation, increases or decreases in appetite and bedwetting, among many other symptoms.

The clinicians in the program are specially trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a therapeutic

modality specifically geared towards reducing symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related disorders. Through the use of EMDR and other treatment modalities, clients have been able to resume their daily living activities, deal more effectively with FEMA and other government funded programs and begin the long process of rebuilding.

Sessions are 100 percent free of cost, are confidential and open to anyone impacted by the storm regardless of income level, employment status, or age.

Learn more by visiting www.nj211.org/ images/HurricaneSandy/chscalmafter stormproject.pdf.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

FEATURED LETTER Fix The State Instead Of The Statehouse The New Jersey Libertarian Party opposes Governor Christie’s proposed $300 million renovation of the statehouse.

W hile New Jersey citizens are exploited by high taxes and our children suffer from inadequate education, it is unfathomable for politicians to be wasting taxpayer dollars on their own opulence.

Christie says portions of the statehouse are in danger of a “catastrophic failure.” The real catastrophic failu re is what happens inside the statehouse.

While Republicans and Democrats quibble over inconsequential distractions New Jersey veers closer and closer to insolvency.

Christie argues the building must be protected because “It was passed down, literally, by our founding fathers.” The true legacy of New Jersey’s found-

ing fathers is standing up for liberty. Yet today most New Jerseyans enjoy neither the liberty nor the prosperity espoused by our state motto.

“To leave the statehouse in this condition is an embarrassment,” Christie says, “and quite frankly it’s shameful.”

To the citizens of New Jersey the most embarrassing and shameful part of the statehouse is the corruption and waste of taxpayer money it produces year after year.

The statehouse is a symbol of everything broken by the two-party system in New Jersey.

Before we fix a playground for politicians let’s fix the state itself.

Libertarians are New Jersey’s third largest and fastest-growing party.

We believe liberty is the foundation of justice and a peaceful, prosperous America.

Patrick McKnight NJLP Chair

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Residents Should Attend Crucial Meeting As a follow up to the article concerning the meeting regarding the gas pipelines in Ocean County, that meeting will be held on January 24 at St. Ann’s Church in Browns Mills at 9:30 a.m.

All residents are encouraged to attend this crucial meeting that will address the effects of the quality of lives here in Ocean County.

Hopefully, residents have been aware of the situations in Flint, Mich., and Standing Rock.

It is not inconceivable that similar, if not worse, disasters could occur here in Ocean County. So, again, residents are encouraged to attend this crucial meeting that will affect all Ocean County residents.

Pat Reed Toms River

Do The Youth Really Need To Protest T he ele ct ion is ove r and we have a new president-elect. We the people had a choice and a decision was reached. The choice was the fi rst woman or a man who was not a part of the political machine.

The man lacked in political background and the woman was loaded with old baggage. It was a hardfought battle and the man won.

So Donald Trump will be our new president. The odds were against him.

Letters To The Editorone of its kind in the entire The pollsters said he didn’t stand a chance. He fooled them and won. There are those who cannot accept the fact that Hillary Clinton lost. But she did, so accept the fact and go on.

Many of our young people will not accept the facts and have decided to protest. There is nothing wrong with protesting as long as these young people stay within the “law” and don’t destroy other people’s property. There are certain organizations that are also against the new president. They too are having the children do their work. We are a country that was founded on Free Speech, again, as long as the law is not broken.

Time will pass and this movement will fi zzle out.

If the youth really want to help, get behind our new president and help the country to grow stronger rather than ripping it apart.

Never forget the country comes first and it is our duty to protect it. It is okay to protest, but know when you have lost, and accept it.

As far as depor tation of those who entered the country illegally, give the president-elect the time to enter office and see what his programs are. Then, if you wish to, protest. The young have put the cart before the horse.

So I say to the young, go back to school and learn, and give our new president a chance to get on his feet before you fi nd fault.

Herb Greenberg Jr. Brick

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Fire Company Says Thanks

On December 17, Santa Claus assisted the Ramtown-Howell Fire Company with its annual Santa Ride/ Food Drive to assist the Howell Township Food Pantry. Santa and Ramtown firefighters collected more than 3,800 items for the food pantry.

We all are very grateful for the generous donations and the outstanding number of items collected. The items collected will ensure that the Howell Food Pantry will continue to help those in need in our community.

The members of the Ramtown-Howell Fire Company would like to wish everyone a happy and fire-safe new year, and thank all for supporting our efforts in 2016.

James Gaul Ramtown-Howell Fire Co.

Veterans’ Memorial Unique In Country On behalf of everyone at the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation (NJVVMF) and those we serve, best wishes for health and prosperity as we enter a brand new year.

Each year at this time, I am grateful for the opportunity to remind New Jersey residents about a wonderful state resource — and the opportunity to support that resource — the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial, Vietnam Era Museum and Educational Center.

The New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial pays tribute to the 1,563 New Jerseyans who did not return home from the Vietnam War. It’s located on the grounds of the PNC Bank Arts Center at Exit 116 Garden State Parkway, Holmdel. Last year, we were honored to welcome both Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno and State Senate President Steve Sweeney at Foundation events honoring their roles in establishing and supporting our site—the only

country.

2016 marked fifty years since I first landed in Vietnam after being drafted by the U.S. Army. As Executive Director of the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation, I join our board, staff and volunteers in fulfilling and advancing our mission. Together, we offer experiences at the memorial and adjacent museum that recognize the sacrifices, courage and valor of Vietnam veterans.

NJVVMF operates an important and unique place where we educate all ages on the Vietnam War era through ceremonies, exhibitions, events and programs. Letters, artifacts and video testimonies share rare, personal experiences. Visitors learn history from those who lived it, through our free, Vietnam veteran volunteer-led tours.

Each year we work with more than 9,000 school children and educators. Their time with the veterans is life changing for both the students and guides. Our veterans have also helped those of more recent wars through projects like our Huey helicopter restoration and Combat Paper Project.

Our community should know that as a not-for-profit organization, NJVVMF is self-sustaining and we need the public’s support, both financially and through participation, to exist. With your help, we will preserve the legacy and continue to honor both those who served, and our active duty service men and women. Please remember us as we remember them.

Interested residents may check line 61 on the New Jersey State tax form to make a self-designated donation.

We greatly appreciate this support.

For more information on the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial and Vietnam Era Museum & Educational Center, visit our website, njvvmf.org, or call 732-335-0033.

Bill Linderman Executive Director NJ Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation

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

Freeholder Forum Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone

Happy New Year! I was sworn into my third term as Freeholder and I am excited and grateful to continue to serve the residents of Monmouth County. I would like to thank my family for their support and my fellow Freeholders for their continued dedication to our County.

I would like to congratulate my running mates, Freeholder Serena DiMaso, Sheriff Shaun Golden and Surrogate Rosemarie Peters on their well-deserved re-elections. I would also like to congratulate Lillian Burry on her selection as the 2017 Freeholder

Director and John Curley on his selection as Freeholder Deputy Director. I look forward to working with you both, and the entire Freeholder Board in the coming year. As always, I would like to wish all of our mayors best of luck as we begin the New Year.

2016 was a tough year, but overall it was a successful year and I am proud to have served as the Freeholder Director during a year with so many great accomplishments. We began 2016 with the sale of the care centers, which provided a great tax burden relief to the County and paved the way for the Freeholder Board to reduce the County budget by $18.2 million and return spending to levels not seen since 2007.

The 2016 budget continued

- by Freeholder Thomas A. Arnone

2017 Plans For Budget, Economy

the efforts of the Freeholder Board to decrease spending while meeting its obligation to fund mandated cost increases.

The budget was the result of all offices and departments working together and understanding the important role they play in providing cost-effective services and fulfilled the Freeholder Board’s promise to reduce taxes.

Something I am very proud of, and something I began to work on 17 years ago, is the dredging of the Shark River, which was completed as of December 31, 2016. This came as the result of the tireless work that included a partnership including the State of New Jersey, especially Senator Jen Beck, Monmouth County, Neptune Township, in particular former Committeeman Randy

Bishop, Neptune City, Wall Township and the Borough of Belmar.

Another great accomplishment of 2016 was the County’s role in the sale of Fort Monmouth. I commend Freeholder Burry for bringing attention to the Freeholder Board that the County could potentially assist in securing the financing for the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority, commonly known as FMERA, to acquire the Fort Monmouth property.

In 2017, we can look forward to continuing some of the great initiatives of 2016 and the start of new ones. We have already hit the ground running with the traffic signal activation on January 10 at the intersection of County Route 16 (Asbury Avenue) and

Foxchase Drive/Cannonball Drive in Tinton Falls.

We will continue working on our Grown in Monmouth and Made in Monmouth initiatives.

Grown in Monmouth is a program that Freeholder Burry and I have worked on to bring attention to the great agricultural products of Monmouth County.

Another initiative I am very passionate about is helping residents live a healthy lifestyle and working towards this by bringing our Grown in Monmouth initiative into schools and educating residents on the importance of good nutrition, physical activity and a healthy body weight to help decrease the increasing obesity, heart disease and diabetes rates in Monmouth County. Stay tuned for more

about this exciting initiative as we head into 2017.

Made in Monmouth will return to Monmouth University on April 8 and I can’t wait to see how much this event grows this year, as it has every year since its inception. The Made in Monmouth event gets great praise from both residents and our local businesses. Make sure to mark your calendars now.

This year we, the Freeholders, are going to continue to work towards stabilizing taxes and making Monmouth County the most affordable County in New Jersey. Many politicians make these promises, but here in Monmouth County, we keep them.

Thank you for your continued support and I look forward to serving you in 2017.

Freeholders Pick Leaders As Arnone, Dimaso Sworn To Three-Year Freeholder Terms

FREEHOLD – Monmouth County Freeholders Lillian Burry and John P. Curley became, respectively, Freeholder Director and Deputy Director at the Board’s 2017 organization meeting held on January 5 at Biotechnology High School.

“I am honored to lead as Freeholder Director, and I promise to work tirelessly in the year ahead to make 2017 a successful year in Monmouth County,” said Director Burry. “I am proud to serve on a freeholder board whose members are truly devoted to making better lives and a stronger economy for the people of Monmouth County.”

“As 2017 Deputy Director, I am humbled and excited to begin my eighth year as a County Freeholder,” said Curley. “I plan to continue our hard work from 2016 and strive for an even greater new year.”

Prior to the selection of the Board leadership, Freeholders Thomas A. Arnone and Serena DiMaso, Sheriff Shaun Golden and County Surrogate Rosemarie D. Peters were sworn into office.

Arnone was sworn into his third freeholder term by Senator Joseph M. Kyrillos (D13).

DiMaso was sworn into her second full term by Lt. Gov.

Kim Guadagno. Golden, who was elected to his third threeyear term, was issued the oath of office by Guadagno as well.

Peters, elected to her third fiveyear term, was sworn in by the Honorable Lisa P. Thornton, Assignment Judge, Superior Court of Monmouth County.

“I consider it the ultimate privilege to continue to serve Monmouth County,” said DiMaso. “I am humbled by the residents’ vote of confidence and I look forward to continuing the important work the freeholder board does.”

Following a business meeting that appointed the freeholder and citizen members to more than two dozen County boards and commissions, each of the freeholders delivered remarks that acknowledged the accomplishments of 2016 and offered a look at what is ahead for the county in 2017.

“2016 was a banner year for the freeholder board. We saw the great success of the ‘Grown in Monmouth’ initiative, a strong interest in Monmouth County tourism and much more,” said Freeholder Gary J. Rich, Sr. “And we pledge to strive to make 2017 even brighter.”

“It is an honor and privilege

to have been sworn in as the Monmouth County Sheriff for a third term,” said Sheriff Shaun Golden. “I look forward to serving all who live, work or visit this great county in an efficient and effective manner for another three years. We will continue to dedicate our efforts in fighting crime and focus on homeland security, school safety and the war on drugs, along with many other initiatives, so that Monmouth County remains the best that it can be.”

“I am pleased that the voters have given me another terms as their Surrogate,” said Peters. “I will continue to work with my excellent staff to help thousands of families through difficult times each year.”

Each of the Freeholders thanked county staff and administration for their hard work during the past year. They also expressed their thanks to Freeholder Arnone for his leadership as director of the 2016 Freeholder Board.

“I am in debt to the talented people who work for Monmouth County. My year as director would not have been as successful without all of you,” said Arnone. “I look forward to continuing the forward mo-

mentum in 2017 and bringing some of the projects that we began in 2016 to fruition.”

The Freeholders made a number of citizen member appointments to various county boards and commissions that included: Addiction Services (three year term) – Francine Acquaviva of Holmdel, Diane R. Aifer of Freehold, Mary Anne Ashby of Tinton Falls, Peter Dougherty of Ocean Township, James J. McGuire, Jr. of Tinton Falls and Laura Von Glahn of Freehold.

Advisory Council, Office on Aging Board – Regular members (three year term) – Sharon Stark of Matawan.

Agriculture Development Board – Regular members (three year term) – Jeffrey Foster of Wall Township and J. David Holmes of Cream Ridge. Alternate members (one year term) – Ross Clayton of Freehold.

Assistant Fire Marshal – (unexpired term) – Charles Shirley of West Long Branch and Thomas Welsh of Red Bank.

Construction Board of Appeals – Regular member (four year term) – Donald A. Clare of Ocean Township.

Environmental Council (three

year term) – Jennifer DiLorenzo of Monmouth Beach, David Kostka of Colts Neck, Matthew Wooley of Ocean Township and Paul Johnson; Alternate members (one year term) – France Karras of Atlantic Highlands.

Historical Commission (three year term) – Donald Burden of Shrewsbury, Randall Gabrielan of Middletown, Muriel Smith of Freehold, Ellen Terry of Millstone and Peter J. Van Nortwick of Middletown.

Library Commission (five year term) – Nancy Grbelja of Millstone.

Mosquito Control Advisory Board Regular member (three year term) – Michael A. Gianforte of Brielle.

Planning Board – Regular members – (three year term) – Jennifer DiLorenzo of Monmouth Beach and James Giannell of Red Bank; Alternate members (one year term) – Marcy McMullen of Holmdel and James C. Schatzle of Colts Neck.

Board of Recreation Commissioners (five year term) – Thomas E. Hennessy, Jr. of Colts Neck and Kevin Mandeville of Matawan.

Senior Citizen & Disabled Resident Transportation Ad-

visory Committee (three year term) – Barbara Child-Pigman of Avon by the Sea, Michael Marrazzo of Leonardo, Susan Moleon of Long Branch, Michael Ruane of West Long Branch, Stanley Soden of Long Branch and Carolee Trifon of Manalapan.

Shade Tree Commission (five year term) – Gary DeFelice of Red Bank.

Transportation Council – Regular members (three year term) – Elizabeth Barrett of Rumson, Anthony Garaguso of Aberdeen, Dina Long of Sea Bright, Eric Nelson of Manalapan and Jeffrey F. Vernick of Freehold; Alternate member (one year term) – Edmund Thompson of Sea Girt.

Youth Services Commission (three year term) – Laurie Gerhardt of , Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni, Dr.Martin Krupnick of Freehold, Timothy McCorkell of Brielle and Monmouth County Courthouse Judge Kathleen A. Sheedy.

For additional information about Monmouth County and the Board of Chosen Freeholders, visit the County’s website at visitmonmouth.com.

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Memory Changes As We Age: How To Remember The Things We Forget

JACKSON – Bartley Healthcare is partnering with Centrastate Medical Center to host an educational seminar to inform the community on how to make lifestyle adjustments that can help participants to compensate for attention and memory loss. Join them to learn about how the memory works, why it changes, and what people can do to help remember the things that they forget.

Bartley is hosting the seminar at The Orchards at Bartley Assisted Living. The Orchards Assisted Living is located at 100 N. County Line Road in Jackson. The seminar will be in two parts. Part One will be on January 23 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., and Part Two will be at the same time on January 25. The presenter will be Marilyn Abrahamson from Centrastate Medical Center. Abrahamson is a speech-language

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Delaying these symptoms can serve to help people maintain independence for as long as possible, or even return to work, play, and the enjoyment of every day.

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Save The Date For OHI’s Valentine

FARMINGDALE –Help Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. improve the quality of life of Ocean County children, adults, and seniors by attending OHI’s seventh annual Valentines’ Day fundraiser, with dinner, dancing, and an Alice in Wonderland themed Casino Night on February 10 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club, 20 Shore Oaks Drive.

OHI, a federally qualified health center and 501 (c)(3), has been providing comprehensive primary and preventative care services to Ocean County’s uninsured and underinsured populations.

Tickets are $150 each. Sponsorships, donations, journal ads, and premium ticket packages are available, and are 100 percent tax deductible, excluding the cost of the dinner.

For further information, tickets or sponsorships, contact Douglas Clark, marketing manager, at 732-719-9026. The deadline for sponsorships and ad journal proofs is January 31.

Send ad files to fundraiser@ohinj.org.

These free events will be held in the meeting room. Registration is required for “China: Two sides of the Yuan” online at theoceancountylibrary.org, by calling the LBI branch at 609-494-2480, or in person during branch business hours.

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Chinese Cultural Exhibit And Program

SURF CITY – Celebrate Chinese culture and the Chinese New Year all month long at the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library. During the month of January, enjoy stunning paintings and artwork by Jill DeFelice, Linda Saladino, and Bernadette Callanan, as well as a collection of Chinese art including fabrics, jewelry, screens and carvings. These exhibits are showcased in both the meeting room and the display case in the lobby of the library.

On January 25 at 10 a.m., join the Friends of the Island Library as they present “China: Two sides of the Yuan (Coin).” Hear the fascinating stories of the speakers’ experiences in the vast land of China – Jill DeFelice, as an ex-patriate of U.S. and Linda Saladino’s and Bernadette Callanan’s visits as tourists. Learn about the Chinese way of life as presented to visitors, and what is actually experienced as an expatriate and longtime resident.

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TOWNSHIP OF LAKEWOOD NOTICE OF MEETINGS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Fire Commissioners of Fire District No. 1, Township of Lakewood, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, shall hold its regular monthly meetings for 2017 on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. on the following dates with the exception of April’s meeting which will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, and October’s meeting which will be held on Tuesday, October 3, 2017: January 9, February 13, March 13, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, November 13 and December 11.

All regular meetings shall be held at the Office of the Board of Fire Commissioners, 316 River Avenue, Lakewood, New Jersey. Public participation at the regular public meetings shall be at such times as are set forth in the agenda of the meeting and in such manner as is established by the presiding officer.

The agenda shall include, but not be limited to, matters involving personnel, business and finance, approval of minutes, public session, administrative and operational reports, building and grounds, apparatus and equipment, maintenance and repairs, litigation, if necessary, legislation, communications and insurance.

Workshop meetings for 2017 will be held on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. on the following dates with the exception of April’s meeting which will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, and October’s meeting which will be held on Tuesday, October 3, 2017: January 9, February 13, March 13, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, November 13 and December 11.

All workshop meetings shall be held at the Office of the Board of Fire Commissioners, 316 River Avenue, Lakewood, New Jersey. The public will not be permitted to participate in the workshop meetings but may be present.

The agenda for the workshop meetings shall include, but not be limited to, matters involving personnel, business and finance, approval of minutes, public session, administrative and operational reports, building and grounds, apparatus and equipment, maintenance and repairs, litigation, if necessary, legislation, communications and insurance.

The public may be excluded from portions of the regular and workshop meetings pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:4-12.

Formal action may be taken at both the regular and workshop meetings.

This notice is being given pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq.

By authority of the Board of Fire Commissioners of Fire District No. 1, Township of Lakewood.

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–Photo courtesy Howell Township Police Department Ptl. Jesse Moore and his partner, Opus.

HOWELL – Howell Township Police Patrolman Jesse Moore No. 617 and his partner Opus became a certified Police K-9 Patrol Team.

For the past 16 weeks, he and his partner were trained by Long Branch Police Sgt. Bobby Shamrock in obedience, tracking, building searches, agility, articles, building/ area searches and criminal apprehension and handler protection. This is a tough, extensive training and certification is obtained by very few officers.

The department offered a sincere thank you to Sgt. Shamrock and Long Branch Police Director Jason Roebuck.

They also offered congratulations to Long Branch K9 Officer Omar Akel and his partner Hades who also graduated.

Up next for these teams is 12 weeks of scent training to become certified in narcotics detection.

Chief Andrew Kudrick said: “I’m very proud of Officer Moore. As a former K9 handler, I realize the inherent dedication and commitment and responsibility required to be a handler. I wish you a very safe tour. It will be the most rewarding years of your career.

No doubt, you will proudly and honorably represent the Howell Police as well as the small police K9 community.”

Sully Movie Showing

HOWELL – The Howell Library will show “Sully” on January 26 from 1 to 2:40 p.m. at the library, 318 Old Tavern Road.

“Sully,” directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Tom Hanks, Aaron Eckhart, Valerie Mahaffey, Delphi Harrington, Mike O’Malley, Jamey Sheridan, Laura Linney, tells the story of Captain Chesley Sullenberger. In 2009, Sullenberger glided his disabled plane

onto the frigid waters of the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers aboard.

While he was being heralded by the public and media for his unprecedented feat of aviation skill, an investigation was unfolding that threatened to destroy his reputation and his career.

The movie is rated PG-13 and runs 95 minutes.

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Borough Of Farmingdale Offers Community Center Rentals

FARMINGDALE – An individual must be 21 years or older to rent the Borough of Farmingdale’s Community Center.

A resident of Farmingdale can rent the facility for $150. A non-resident can rent the facility for $250. The rental hours are 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

The total amount required for the event will be due upon execution of the agreement to ensure the reservation in the Community Center’s schedule. Refund requests must be submitted in writing at least four weeks prior to the scheduled event. A $10 processing fee will be deducted from granted refunds.

All lessees need a certificate of insurance (or a rider for off-site function from their homeowner’s insurance carrier) as a condition of rental.

A security deposit of $250 will also be required in the form of cash or check due upon execution of the agreement. All deposit checks will be

cashed by the Borough of Farmingdale.

The security deposit will be refunded in full by the borough, if the facility is found to be left in a condition deemed satisfactory by the borough. If the facility is left in an unsatisfactory condition (facility not cleaned properly, damage, etc.), the borough will refund only that portion of the deposit that is not used to return the facility to a satisfactory condition.

If fees to restore the facility to appropriate condition are in excess of security deposit, facility user will be charged accordingly. See attached for facility cleaning and key pick-up/ return procedures and Borough policies regarding decorations, entertainment and alcohol.

The Community Center has a maximum person limit of 115. No smoking allowed.

For more information, visit the Farmingdale website at farmingdaleborough.org.

Howell Recycling Schedule

HOWELL – Howell Township released its 2017 recycling schedule.

On Mondays, Zone A – North Howell, Adelphia Road, Surrey Downs, Country Meadows and Five Points Road, will have recycling pick-up.

On Tuesdays, Zone B – Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, Birdsall Road, Ardmore Estate Villages and Old Tavern Road – will have recycling pick-up.

On Wednesdays, Zone C – Salem Hill area, Moroz Street, Julies Way, Freedom Court and

the southeast side of Aldrich Road – will have recycling pick-up.

On Thursdays, Zone D – Candlewood, Windmill Club, Woodstone, Oak Glen Development and Monmouth Ridings – will have recycling pick-up.

On Fridays, Zone E – Parkside, Lakewood-Allenwood Road, Easy Street, Vienna Road, Oak Glen Road east of Route 547 and Pineview Estates – will have recycling pick-up.

A more detailed list is available at twp.howell. nj.us/DocumentCenter/View/1524.

Emergency Alert Program

HOWELL – Residents can sign up for Howell Township’s Emergency Alert System. By signing up, residents provide the system with an opportunity to get emergency messages to residents quickly and effectively if and when the need arises.

This system will be used for emergency purposes only.

Examples of when this system may be used are severe weather notifications, evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods, missing or endangered person alerts, crime alerts or other emergency incidents where rapid notification is essential.

The program maintains a constantly updating database of publicly available information of land line telephone numbers registered in Howell Township. Since emergency events develop rapidly, it is important to provide them with a cell phone numbers and email addresses.

It is important to register for this system individually. In other words, please do not create an account that includes contact modes for other family members or friends.

Encourage them to create their own account.

This ensures that in the event of an emergency each registered individual will have the ability to personally confirm receiving the broadcasted alert.

For help registering with this system, visit twp.howell.nj.us/DocumentCenter/ View/1266.

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Monmouth County School Boards Association Honors Local School Trustees

MONMOUTH COUNTY – January marks School Board Recognition Month in New Jersey, and the Monmouth School Boards Association would like to commend the dedication and effort of local school trustees throughout the county.

“School board members devote countless hours to their communities and public education, on behalf of children. They do this without receiving any compensation,” stated the Monmouth County School Boards Association. “Many local board members dedicate extraordinary amounts of time and effort to attend training and to reach out to state and federal lawmakers on behalf of their communities’ children.”

Since the first School Board Recognition Month in New Jersey in 2002, the State Board of Education, the state-level public body that regulates public education, has approved resolutions to honor the work done by local school board members.

“Local school boards oversee their communities’ education programs and work with chief school administrators to set goals for our children’s education,” said Albert Miller, president of the Monmouth County

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“School Board Recognition Month was designed to thank current and former school board members for their dedication on behalf of, and service to, their communities,” said Donald Webster, Jr., New Jersey School Boards Association president. “New Jersey’s local school boards serve as the community’s voice in setting goals for their schools.”

As an advocacy and service organization for the state’s local boards of education, NJSBA is spearheading statewide School Board Recognition Month effort.

The National School Boards Association began School Board Recognition Month in the early 1990s, and various other states followed suit by dedicating one month of the year to recognize the contributions of local board members.

Information on School Board Recognition Month in New Jersey is also available on NJSBA’s Web site, at njsba.org/recognition.

Monmouth County Historical Association

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County Historical Association was founded in 1898 by a group of community minded citizens in order to preserve a record of the history and fine traditions of Monmouth County.

In 1931 a three-story Georgian building was erected at 70 Court St., Freehold, to house its museum and library.

The museum contains an outstanding collection of American decorative arts objects and relics of regional significance. Exhibitions on the Battle of Monmouth and various chang-

ing exhibitions are featured in the galleries.

The library and archives house a significant collection of primary and secondary source materials pertaining to Monmouth County and New Jersey history and genealogy from the 1600’s to present. Holdings include maps, manuscripts, letters, photographs, and church records, as well as an extensive collection of early county newspapers.

For more information, call 732-462-1466 or visit monmouthhistory.org.

Sea Girt Lighthouse

MONMOUTH COUNTY – On March 2, 1889, Congress approved $20,000 for the establishment of a lighthouse in the vicinity of Squan Inlet. It would become the last live-in lighthouse to be built on the Atlantic Coast.

The site was chosen to be Sea Girt at Wreck Pond, deed dated July 29, 1895, on a 100 by 100-foot lot overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

The lighthouse was positioned 19 miles south of Navesink Twin Lights, and 26 miles north of Barnegat Light. Completed one year later, the lighthouse was proudly commissioned,

and its beacon was first illuminated on December 10, 1896. The lighthouse is part of an L-shaped Victorian building and it first shone in 1896.

Due to its location, it was originally (but incorrectly) called the Squan Inlet Lighthouse. The name was soon changed to Sea Girt Lighthouse on March 1, 1897.

Call 732-974-0514 to arrange for visitation. For more information, visit the Sea Girt Lighthouse website at lonekeep.com/ seagirtlighthouse.

The Jewish Heritage Museum Of Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County is dedicated to the promotion of public awareness of the county’s Jewish heritage. Learn about the rich and unique history of the Jewish residents in Monmouth County through interesting exhibits, programs and publications.

The museum is located in an old barn (circa 1800) that was once part of the Levi Solomon farm in Freehold Township.

The museum is located at 310 Mounts Corner Drive in Freehold.

For more information, call 732-252-6990 or visit jhmomc.org.

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Continued From Page 1 reassigned to detective status: Det. Cpl. Michael Pavlick, Det. Ryan Richards, Det. Sgt Jack Headley and Det. David Gilliland.

The police force will also welcome a

The Howell Times, January 21, 2017, Page 11 new patrolwoman and former Howell Police Explorers member Stephanie Regina. She served as a state trooper in Mar yland for th ree years, and is undergoing the 20-week New Jersey certification at the Monmouth County Police Academy.

Sheriff Golden announced that How-

ell Police will start using Special Law Enforcement Class II Officers as actual police to assist the full-time force with processing prisoners, court security and other details. Class II Officers are essentially part-time officers, but can exercise the full powers and duties of a full-time officer while they are on duty.

NJ Environmental Public Health Tracking Program

NEW JERSEY – The NJ Department of Health has added 2014 mortality and 2015 inpatient and emergency department discharge to the NJ State Health Assessment Data website, NJSHAD. Researchers, academics and grant writers looking for data on causes of death in NJ, or why residents are going to the hospital, can explore the newest publicly available data.

The NJ Mortality Data, 2000 to 2014, can be found at bit.ly/2d6CQGh. Inpatient and ED Hospital Discharges, 2008 to 2015, can be found at bit.ly/1rdcq9f.

For more information about the NJ Department of Health, visit nj.gov/health/epht.

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–Photo by Howell Police Captain Thomas Rizzo with newly appointed CSU Detectives. From the left, Det. Cpl. Michael Pavlick, Det. Ryan Richards, Det. Sgt Jack Headley and Det. David Gilliland.

A clinical research study for agitation in Alzheimer’s disease

FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Government released a new video updating its residents about the Zika virus in the county.

The video is part of “Monmouth in Focus.”

Monmouth County Public Health Coordinator Christopher P. Merkel provides an update on Zika and explains to host Cynthia Scott how to protect oneself from Zika and other mosquito borne illnesses.

The video may be viewed on the count y’s Facebook page, facebook .com/ MonmouthGovNJ.

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Time is the only thing that will allow those receptors to regrow and heal. This is why you have to be patient and have faith. The receptor sites will upregulate.

2. Supplements and medications usually backfire. The chemistry of addiction is such that these feel-good endorphins are needed constantly. So when you suddenly stop getting endorphins (in the form of alcohol, antidepressants, benzodiazepines, opiates like hydrocodone or heroin), your cells starve. The “happy” brain chemicals

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Micro dosing is key to testing any supplement you want to try. Supplements that support your GAD enzyme are most helpful because the GAD enzyme forms the calming neurotransmitter called GABA. It’s GABA that is elevated when you drink. Two inexpensive, over-the-counter nutrients can support the GAD enzyme, and they are lysine and P5P (pyridoxal 5 phosphate) but there’s a trick to taking those.

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Cash Rules Everything Around Me

Dear Joel, My wife is a compulsive spender. Half the groceries she buys end up in the garbage. We have enough canned goods to last us for years. When I go into her closets, the amount of items that have new tickets hanging off of them is appalling. The same goes for her shoes. When it comes to holidays, she treats everyone with the same over-indulgence. I look at the credit card bills and am sickened by the wasted dollars each month.

Answer: While it sounds as if there is a problem, you don’t tell me whether or not she works and is spending her own money.

Without knowing whether or not she

contributes to household expenses, I don’t want to judge her behavior.

There are many people who buy luxury cars, and that may add up to significantly more than what she is spending. As I don’t get a perfect read on what is truly going on in your home, I will suggest counseling if what you are describing is truly a disorder.

There are medications that could help if it is compulsive behavior. Best of luck.

Project Pinball At Children’s Hospital

but it feels good to be able to help bring some joy to their young patients, parents and staff through the magic of pinball.”

Project Pinball Charity continues to provide these services to all at K. Hovnanian Children’s. Daniel Spolar, the Senior Director and founder reflect on this third dedication: “The hospital believes in what we do and we can all see that it makes a difference. We will keep placing pinball machines because they make an impact on people’s lives.”

K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital is just the first stop on Project Pinball Charity’s December 2016 Northeastern tour. Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Ronald McDonald House Wisconsin’s as well as Ronald McDonald House Columbus will all be receiving a pinball machine next holiday season. As of 2017 Project Pinball will have placed 25 pinball machines throughout the United States.

Rabies Vaccination Clinics 2017

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County Department of Health will hold these rabies clinics in 2017.

January 21, 9 to 11 a.m., Oceanport Firehouse, 433 Myrtle Ave. January 21, 1 to 2 p.m., Millstone Public Works Garage, 895 Perrineville Road.

January 25, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Manasquan First Aid Building, 65 Broad St. March 15, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Atlantic Highlands

Firehouse, First & East Mount avenues.

March 17, 9 to 11 a.m., Allentown Public Works Garage, Church Street.

March 29, 10 a.m. to noon, Keansburg Public Works Garage, Frazee Place.

March 29, 6 to 7 p.m., Lake Como Firehouse, 1730 Main St. April 22, 10 a.m. to noon, Marlboro Public Works Garage, Wyncrest Road.

For details, call 732-431-7456.

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HOWELL – Howell’s Green Team will have these meetings at 7 p.m. in Conference Room A at the municipal building, 4567 Route 9 North.

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NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Health is joining with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection in urging all residents to protect their family’s health by testing their homes for radon. Governor Chris Christie issued a proclamation declaring January as Radon Action Month in the state.

Radon is a naturally occurring, cancer-causing radioactive gas with no color, odor or taste. It moves from the soil and into homes through cracks and openings in the foundation. Each year, there are an estimated 566 radon-related deaths among NJ residents.

One in six New Jersey homes has elevated levels of radon. Currently only 30 percent of households across the state have been tested.

“Testing your home is the only way to know if your home’s radon level is high,” Health Commissioner Cathleen Bennett said. “Radon problems can be fi xed by installing a radon mitigation system.”

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. It is the leading cause among non-smokers. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that 86 percent of

radon-related lung cancer deaths occur among current or former smokers.

“The risk of developing lung cancer is highest among smokers who are also exposed to radon,” Commissioner Bennett said. “If you smoke and your home has high levels of radon, your risk of getting lung cancer is especially high. In addition to testing their homes, smokers should also take steps to quit smoking.”

Many New Jersey residents live in moderate- to high-risk radon areas, which vary widely across New Jersey. NJDEP has mapped radon potential by county and municipality. However, all residents are urged to test for radon since high-radon homes have been found throughout the state.

Fortunately, testing for radon is simple and inexpensive. NJDEP has a list of certified companies that provide radon testing services, or residents can purchase do-ityourself test kits from hardware stores, home centers or directly from certified companies through mail order.

For more information about the NJDEP radon program, visit njradon.org, or call the NJDEP Radon Program at 800-6480394.

Park System To Host Winterfest

LINCROFT – The Monmouth County Park System is heating things up with its annual WinterFest on January 28 from noon to 4 p.m. Held at Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, this event celebrates the season with family-fun activities including cross-country skiing demonstrations, kids’ crafts, wagon rides, archery and more.

Visitors will have the chance to meet representatives from winter sport vendors and see an array of outdoor gear. Enjoy presentations

by REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.) on snow shoe basics, winter camping and more.

Those looking for nontraditional winter fun should check out the fat tire bike demonstrations by Trek Bicycle Store of Middletown.

There’ll be plenty of fun to be had throughout the event. Be sure to capture the day by taking advantage of photo opportunities with a snowmobile, an old-fashioned sled, and an ice sculpture. There’ll even be a selfie scavenger hunt. Inside the Creative Arts Center, visitors can create their own ceramic snowman or penguin. The cost for each ceramic is $10; cash or check only. WinterFest will also feature live music and food vendors.

Admission and parking are free. For more information about the Monmouth County Park System or WinterFest, visit monmo uthco unt y park s.com or cal l 732-842-4000. For persons with hearing impairment, the TTY/TDD number is 711.

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FREEHOLD BOROUGH – Got speeders?

The Freehold Borough Police Department can perform a traffic study streets that will determine the average speed of

vehicles, traffic volume, as well as days and times when the speeding is most prevalent.

Contact Sergeant Eduardo Santana to have a survey conducted at 732-462-1233, ext. 175.

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HOWELL – Howell residents can fill out an online form to leave questions and comments for the mayor and council.

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FormCenter/Community-3/Ask-the-Mayorand-Council-37 to fill out the online form.

First name, last name, street address and email are required.

Pokémon Go Safari Challenge

HOWELL – The Howell Township Library will hold a Pokémon Go Safari Challenge on January 24 at 6 p.m. at the library, 318 Old Tavern Road.

The event is open to children in grades 3 through 7. Guests must bring their own fully charged tracking devices.

Registration is required at bit.ly/2jzi6Lw.

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(6) Caulking - Interior, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Cutting out old. Installing new. Call Steve 732703-8120. 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.

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(3) Electrician - Licensed/Insured. Will do the jobs the big guys don’t want. Free estimates, senior discount. Call Bob 732608-7702. LIC #12170.

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

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January Is Thyroid Awareness Month

NEW JERSEY – The American Thyroid Association is the world’s leading professional association of medical specialists dedicated to education and research to improve thyroid disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment; improving thyroid patient care; and educating the public about thyroid health and diseases.

More than 12 percent of the U.S. population will develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime.

An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease.

Up to 60 percent of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition.

Women are five to eight times more

likely than men to have thyroid problems.

One woman in eight will develop a thyroid disorder during her lifetime.

Most thyroid cancers respond to treatment, although a small percentage can be very aggressive.

The causes of thyroid problems are largely unknown.

Undiagnosed thyroid disease may put patients at risk for certain serious conditions, such as cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis and infertility.

Pregnant women with undiagnosed or inadequately treated hypothyroidism have an increased risk of miscarriage, preterm delivery, and severe developmental prob-

lems in their children.

Most thyroid diseases are life-long conditions that can be managed with medical attention.

The thyroid is a hormone-producing gland that regulates the body’s metabolism—the rate at which the body produces energy from nutrients and oxygen—and affects critical body functions, such as energy level and heart rate.

The thyroid gland is located in the middle of the lower neck.

Although the thyroid gland is relatively small, it produces a hormone that influences every cell, tissue and organ in the body.

Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Symptoms include extreme fatigue, depression, forgetfulness, and some weight gain.

Hyper thyroidism, another for m of thyroid disease, is a condition causing the gland to produce too much thyroid hormone. Symptoms include irritability, nervousness, muscle weakness, unexplained weight loss, sleep disturbances, vision problems and eye irritation.

Graves’ disease is a type of hyperthyroidism; it is an autoimmune disorder that is genetic and estimated to affect one percent of the population.

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Delay, Deny And Defend

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By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Michael J. Deem of R.C. Shea & Associates Insurance companies are operated by accountants with little or no regard for the human consequences of injuries caused by their insureds or businesses. Their motive is to “delay, deny and defend” and they are the real perpetrators of insurance fraud. “The bottom line is that insurance companies make money when they don’t pay claims…They’ll do anything to avoid paying, because if they wait long enough, they know the policyholders will die.” – Mary Beth Senkewicz, former senior executive at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).

When the insurance company calls you following an accident, their representative will seem sympathetic and tell you how sorry they are that you were injured. Then they will send you a pre-written, form letter expressing their concerns. At this time you are now formerly known to the insurance company as Claim #1233456000. The insurance company’s only real concern is to figure a way to profit from the premiums that you have paid over the years by not paying your claim.

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H OW E L L – H o w e l l To w n s h i p received an upd ated credit opi nion f rom Moody’s Investors Ser vice on January 6.

Howell’s NJ outstanding General Obligation “GO” rating was upgraded to Aa3 from A1. Credit strengths include a sizeable tax base with strong wealth indicators, healthy reserves, and manageable debt burden.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of jANUARY 21 - jANUARY 27

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You have the ability to rock even as you shock. Focus on the latest technology and most advanced ideas. You may become frustrated by mundane tasks and routines in the week to come.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Wait for it. You may be blessed by an almost magical ability to execute some shrewd business and financial plans in the middle of the week. A partner might have some excellent ideas.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You might be thrown into contact with deceptive people or frustrating situations as this week unfolds. Monday is the best day to ask for advice or feedback to sort the wheat from chaff.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Friends and group activities could dominate the week ahead. You appear friendly and approachable so may be bombarded by distracting conversations. A partner shares your goals.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Building blocks can be cemented by friendships. As this week goes by you might meet people who share your interests and ideas. Get some feedback about how to reach business and financial goals.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Think ahead. In the beginning of the week you might be impressed by someone or something that is merely a passing whim. Put your faith in people who have proved themselves trustworthy.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Exercise good judgment and tactfulness. It is much too easy to get caught up in a wild goose chase in the week ahead. A partner will not be able to accept suggestions or criticisms gracefully.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Hold your piggy bank close to your chest. In the week ahead there may be several situations that could prove costly. Don’t spend your hard earned cents unless it reflects sound business sense.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your heroes might prove to be zeros. In the week ahead you might be challenged to differentiate between the worthwhile and misleading. Remain in focus to achieve meaningful goals.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be called upon to navigate social functions and distracted from what is really important. There may be an excellent opportunity mid-week to make a money making idea fly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Every nickel counts. There may be an opportunity to improve your financial situation this week.

You must carefully weigh the added responsibilities and avoid long term debt loads.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There may be opportunities to showcase your talents this week. Yet if you accept new responsibilities they may stretch your talents too far. Get advice before accepting new obligations.

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NJ Department Of Health Reminds Residents About The Dangers Of Carbon Monoxide Exposure

NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Health would like to remind residents about the dangers of carbon monoxide exposure during cold weather and winter storms.

Carbon monoxide (often referred to as CO) is a colorless, odorless gas produced by burning material containing carbon. High levels of carbon monoxide can cause brain damage and death. It cannot be seen, heard or smelt which is why it has been nicknamed the “silent killer.”

“Generators should never be used indoors or in enclosed environments because of the potential for undetected buildup of poisonous carbon monoxide gas,” Health Commissioner Cathleen Be n net t said . “ Re side nt s l iv i ng i n homes with gas-powered appliances and fireplaces should be sure carbon monoxide detectors are installed and working properly.”

Carbon monoxide can be produced by improperly vented household appliances, such as furnaces, stoves, hot water heaters and gas-powered generators. Emergency generators should be located at least 30 feet from buildings a nd should not ex hau st nea r door s and windows. Annual inspection and maintenance of furnaces, stoves and

fireplaces should be performed by a qualified licensed professional on all gas-powered household heaters.

Early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, such as headaches, nausea, and fatigue, can be mistaken for the f lu.

If a person remains in an area where high levels of carbon monoxide are present, it can lead to brain damage and even death.

In addition to household appliances, the most common sources of CO are motor vehicle ex haust, smoke f rom fires, engine fumes and non-electric heaters. Carbon monoxide exposure is often associated with malfunctioning or obstructed exhaust systems.

“It is very important, especially during the winter months, to make sure all heating systems are properly vented and well-maintained,” Commissioner Bennett said.

It is also important to have CO alarms installed throughout homes and other living spaces. Installation of battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plugin carbon monoxide alarms with battery backup should follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Smoke alarms cannot detect carbon monoxide gas.

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Kale Me, Maybe: Trends Come And Go, But Kale Has Staying Power

By Wolfgang Puck

In the new year, many food writers like to discuss the latest trends or what’s hot and what’s not. And lately, I’ve been seeing too many articles saying that kale, that crinkly, earthy, slightly bitter, and highly nutritious dark green has already enjoyed its moment in the culinary sun; that it should start disappearing from our menus and tables, especially in salads.

I think that banishing kale is a terrible idea. Yes, it’s hard to find a restaurant menu or supermarket produce shelf today that doesn’t feature kale. But the fact that it’s everywhere should no more be a reason for us to start ignoring kale than, say, deciding that we won’t eat chicken or pasta because everybody is serving those ingredients.

I myself love the flavor and texture of kale; and as someone who tries every day to make smart food choices, I don’t want to stop eating such a generous source of not only dietary fiber and vitamins, but also micronutrients that research has found can play a role in helping to prevent so many illnesses.

As I see it, the trouble with kale is that too many people don’t know the right way to shop for and prepare it. Many people find the leaves too tough or bitter. That’s why you should not only look for tenderer, milder-tasting baby kale leaves, but also take care to remove any tough stems or veins or ribs from them. And, as you’ll learn in the following recipe for one of my favorite kale salads, it also makes sense to complement the flavor of the leaves with a tangy-sweet dressing like the mixture I prefer of cider vinegar, honey, olive oil and a touch of walnut oil.

Finally, I add to the kale other complementary flavors, textures and colors - pale leaves of curly endive and beautiful purpleand-white radicchio, matchsticks of apple, shavings of Parmesan cheese, and candied walnuts that are so easy and delicious that you’ll want to make batches of them regularly.

The result is a salad that looks as beautiful as it tastes delicious and fresh. I think you’ll feel happy to serve it as a first course. You can certainly vary it too - maybe crumbling in some blue cheese or feta in place of the Parmesan shavings, or candying a different kind of nut such as pecans or hazelnut pieces. If you like, you could top it with grilled or broiled seafood or chicken for a main-dish salad. Whichever way you enjoy it, you can be sure you’re benefitting your health - not to mention defying the opinions of the so-called food trend experts!

BABY KALE SALAD WITH APPLES, PARMESAN AND CANDIED WALNUTS Serves 4 CANDIED WALNUTS: 1 egg white 1 cup (250 mL) coarsely chopped raw shelled walnuts 1/4 cup (60 mL) granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper CIDER-HONEY DRESSING: 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 tablespoon honey, plus more as needed Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup (60 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon walnut oil BABY KALE SALAD: 6 cups (1.5 L) baby kale leaves, stemmed, any tough veins or ribs removed, larger leaves torn into bite-sized pieces 1 head curly endive, stemmed, leaves torn into bite-sized pieces 6 leaves radicchio, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch (12-mm) ribbons 1/2 lemon 1 apple, peeled, cored, sliced and cut into matchstick-sized strips 2 ounces (60 g) Parmesan cheese, cut into shavings with a vegetable peeler First, prepare the walnuts. Preheat the oven to 450 F (230 C). In a medium bowl, whisk the egg white until foamy. Put the walnuts in a large bowl, add 1 tablespoon of the egg whites, and sprinkle in the sugar, cinnamon and cayenne. Stir to coat the walnuts. Spread the nuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Cool the nuts to room temperature, then gently separate them. Set aside.

For the dressing, put the vinegar and honey in a bowl and whisk until blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Whisking continuously, slowly pour in the olive and walnut oils. Taste and, if necessary to balance the acidity, stir in a little more honey.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the kale, curly endive and radicchio. In a separate bowl, squeeze just enough of the lemon over the apple pieces to coat them, and toss thoroughly.Add the apples to the salad and toss well.Add just enough of the vinaigrette to coat the ingredients and toss again. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Mound the salad mixture on chilled serving plates. Scatter the walnuts evenly over and around the salad. Top with Parmesan shavings.

(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) © 2017 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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