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Stafford Reorganizes For Year County To Buy WaretownBarnegat Tract
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–Photo by Chris Lundy An open space purchase will surround Wells Mills County Park, with 95 acres bought through the county’s Natural Lands Trust funds.
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–Photo by Chris Lundy Stafford council appointed Alan Smith as its president for the year. He was sworn in by Sen. Christopher Connors (R-9th), who is also the town’s attorney. By Chris Lundy STAFFORD – The Township held its reorganization meeting on January 10, appointing new officials and renewing contracts. The most significant
change was that the Township Council appointed Linda Martin as acting clerk. Martin is currently the town’s registrar of vital statistics. She will receive a $12,000 stipend as
Wells Mills Road Project Nears Completion
By Catherine Galioto WARETOWN – The one-way traffic and sensor traffic light will soon be dismantled as the county completes road work at Daniels Bridge on Wells Mills Road. In its latest commuter update, the county roads
department says traffic changes will last through the end of the month. Currently, drivers approach the work area to discover it is a one-lane road with a 24-hour signal controlling alternating traffic. (Project - See Page 5)
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part of her acting clerk role, Business Administrator James Moran said. She will be only working as an “acting” capacity while she finishes up some other duties. Then, she is
expected to be hired as the clerk. They also accepted the resignation of clerk Kim Hodgson. Moran would not discuss Hodgson’s departure, (Reorganizes - See Page 4)
By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – The county is hoping to grow the amount of land preserved around the existing Wells Mills County Park, and plans to use $635,000 in open space funds to buy the 95 acres. The purchase is near the county park and the scout campgrounds in western Barnegat and Waretown.
Ocean County Freeholder John Bartlett said the purchase uses the county’s Natural Land Trust fund to buy land in need of preservation that is often at risk for development. In the case of this tract, the parcel surrounds land already preserved but used for the park and campgrounds. This land will not be turned (County - See Page 4)
Residents Seek Expanded Center For Beach Haven West
By Chris Lundy STAFFORD – As the new community center opens, and plans for expanded services are being made, Beach Haven West residents complained about the lack of plans for a full kitchen facility. The old community center was on Mill Creek Road and was destroyed by Super Storm Sandy. In response, the township built a new community center at 775 East Bay Avenue. This building officially opened last month. Then, when there were still more needs for smaller group meetings and events, the township
bought a building from the school district. This building is located at 25 Pine Street, and it is adjacent to the East Bay Avenue building. Beach Haven West residents have said that these buildings do not have what their old Mill Creek building had, such as a full kitchen and other amenities. “All we’re asking for is to be made whole,” said Beach Haven West resident Joanne Sitek. They were promised a replacement that would be as good as or better than the previous building. (Residents - See Page 5)
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Page 4, The Southern Ocean Times, January 21, 2017 Municipal attorney Christopher Connors, Conflict attorney Kevin Riordan; Labor counsel Kevin Riordan and Armando Riccio; Conflict labor counsel Dasti, Murphy, McGuckin, Ulaky, Koutsouris and Connors; Special counsel for affordable housing matters Hill Wallack; Municipal prosecutor Citta, Holzapfel, and Zabarsky; Conf lict municipal prosecutor Bonnie Peterson; Public defenders firm of Brian Rumpf; Conflict public defender Pepe and Wintrode; Bond counsel Megan Bennett Clark with the firm of Gluckwalrath, LLP. · The firm of CME Associates was appointed for Township engineer; Developer inspection; Township planner; and Tax map maintenance.
· Other appointments: Traffic Consultants T & M Associates; Special projects engineers Remington & Vernick and T & M Associates; Environmental commission engineer T & M Associates; Energy consultants T & M Associates; Landscape architect Taylor Design Group; Consulting architect and construction administrative services Sibona Group; Auditor Holman, Frenia & Allison; Township physicians Urgent Care Now – Manahawkin. Water and Sewer Utility Department attorney Christopher Connors; Water and sewer engineers CME Associates; Water and sewer special projects T & M Associates and Water quality testing J.R. Henderson Labs, Inc.
There were also shared services contracts renewed with the following entities: Harvey Cedars, Long Beach Township, and Beach Haven for animal control; Barnegat for public works equipment; Eagleswood for construction inspection; and Little Egg Harbor for brine services. Moran said there are no new positions in these appointments. There is no additional pay associated with Moran’s new titles. The township has to assign an administrator these duties, and by law, has to name someone. The township required several different veterinarians for the police dogs. The police need to have someone on call on weekends and nights, and it is good to have options.
into more parkland but will be open space, said the freeholder, who is the liaison to the Ocean County Parks Department. “This was an attractive preservation,” Bartlett said by phone recently. The Lynette Land Company owned much of the lots for the land buy. The public hearing held late December
paves the way for the county to pursue title searches and other paperwork before buying the property, he said. “We don’t care who we buy it from, the important part is does it fit the program and is the price right,” said the freeholder. Negotiated prices come based on current value but the process often takes so long that the county will wait until real estate markets decrease before making an offer, he said. “This is a medium-sized purchase.”
The December hearing also asked the public whether the county should pursue several other land buys: A small parcel in Beachwood surrounding government offices there. The two small lots are less than a quarter acre in size. County would buy for $500. An 11-acre site in Manchester in the Roosevelt City neighborhood which Bartlett said complements a previous open-space purchase the county made there. $105,000 price.
A controversial development site slated for multi-family apartments off Route 9 in Berkeley. The 13-acre site from Berkeley Family Apartments will instead be preserved as open space. It adjoins the Florence T. Allen nature preserve and Mill Creek. Of the $865,000 price, half of that will be paid by the county and the remaining through the National Trust for Public Land. Bartlett said the county will move forward to purchase each tract.
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Continued From Page 1 except that it was by mutual agreement. The council appointed Alan Smith as president of the council for the year. He was sworn in by Sen. Christopher Connors (R-9th), who is also the town’s attorney. The township also cancelled the taxes and fines if someone owes less than $10. The reasoning behind this is that it costs money to try to collect this money, through postage and other costs. It might cost the town more money to collect this money than the amount owed, Moran said. The following professional appointments were made:
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Continued From Page 1 “Without a kitchen, it’s not as good or better than.” “The people of Beach Haven West have suffered greatly. The people are very upset,” she said. Dawn Papatheodorou, president of the Beach Haven West Civic Association, said she is creating a petition to show strength in numbers behind wanting the same kind of facility they had before. The other two buildings are substandard in her opinion. Regarding the new facility, she told the governing body: “We didn’t want Bay Avenue. You wanted it.”
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Continued From Page 1 The traffic shift is one step in the county’s $1.6 million project for a bridge and culvert replacement. Daniels bridge is more than a half-century old and will be replaced with a modern culvert. The 15-foot bridge through the
The Southern Ocean Times, January 21, 2017, Page 5 She said the adjacent building, at 25 Pine Street, is “falling apart” and does not meet their needs. These residents’ complaints created a back and forth argument between them and Mayor John Spodofora and Business Adminstrator James Moran. “The room does not lend itself to a full kitchen,” Moran said about future community center plans. In order to put in a kitchen, there are a lot of regulations to follow, such as a fire suppression system, a route of egress in case of emergency, an enclosed area to keep children away from the stove, epoxy flooring and a gas line. This could cost $50,000 to $100,000. A kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and
Pinelands crosses the western reaches of Oyster Creek at Wells Mills Road. At 30 feet wide, the bridge was built in 1947 and is still being supported by its original timber pilings and a superstructure from 1972, said county officials. The new culvert widens the road to 40 feet with shoulders. -Daniel Nee contributed to this report.
All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner EAGLESWOOD – There will be an all you can eat spaghetti dinner at West Creek United Methodist Church on February 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. The church is located at 191 Church St.,
West Creek. The cost is $10 for adults, children 4 to 12, $5, and children 3 and younger eat free. Take out is available.
cabinets costs considerably less. Spodofora added that if a kitchen was added, then it would cut down on seating. “This is not a restaurant,” Spodofora said. But, even without the kitchen, they are still getting a better building than they had. In an interview after the meeting, Moran said the new community center on East Bay Avenue is out of the flood plain, and can be used as a shelter. While there are people in Beach Haven West who are complaining about not getting all they want in a community center, there are taxpayers in other sections of town who don’t want Stafford to spend the money on more community centers. “We have tried to balance everybody’s
interest,” he said. The Pine Street building has a few small rooms for smaller meetings, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, knitting circles, bridge clubs and scouts. It is adjoining the East Bay Avenue facility. It was originally owned by the municipal utilities authority. Then, the school board purchased it. Most recently, the township bought it from the school. In addition to these buildings, there are club houses in many of the housing developments in town, Moran added. “We have expanded our recreational offerings,” he said. “Nobody has the recreation programs from youth to seniors that we do.”
Lighthouse International Film Festival Submissions Open
LONG BEACH ISLAND – Lighthouse International Film Festival opened film submissions for its upcoming festival. All fees and categories are listed on the website, lighthousefilmfestival.org. Submissions are being accepted through March 24. The notification date is April 28. The festival is June 8 through 11. The festival gives the Golden Lighthouse award as selected by that year’s festival jury, as well as an audience award for best feature and best short film. Festival juries are comprised of filmmakers and industry professionals. The LIFF jury is
normally comprised primarily of filmmakers who participated in previous years of the festival. To be eligible for entry, films must have been completed after January 1, 2016. Films shorter than 40 minutes will be eligible for the short film competition, and films over 40 minutes are eligible for the feature film competition. The festival takes place on Long Beach Island. Fo r m o r e i n fo r m a t io n , v i sit lighthousefilmfestival.org. Submissions are open at filmfreeway.com/ festival/LighthouseInternationalFilmFestival.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor
F EATURED L ETTER 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 Fire Company 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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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 732-3350033. 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
From The Desk Of Congressman Tom MacArthur: MacArthur Named To Financial Services Committee
Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tom MacArthur has been named to the House Financial Services Committee in the 115th session of the U.S. House of
Representatives. The House Financial Services Committee has jurisdiction over issues pertaining to the economy, the banking system, housing, insurance, and securities and exchanges. Additionally, the Committee has jurisdiction over monetary policy, international finance, international monetary organizations, and efforts to combat terrorist financing. The Committee oversees the
nation’s economy through its oversight of the Federal Reserve Board and individual reserve banks, the Treasury, the production and distribution of currency, and the nation’s capital markets. The Committee also oversees the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). “I am grateful to be given the opportunity to represent south Jersey on the House
Financial Services Committee,” said MacArthur. “Whether it’s buying a car, your first home, starting a business or investing in the future, Financial Services touches some of the largest financial decisions and milestones in all of our lives. In particular, I am anxious to begin work to reform the National Flood Insurance Program to give all Jersey shore residents certainty in the future.”
“Tom’s distinguished career in the insurance industry and vast knowledge on the issues before our committee make him a welcome addition to our roster,” said House Financial Services Committee Chairman Jeb Hensarling. “Tom’s personal story of financial risk, development and investment in his business will serve him well as we work to create opportunity for hardworking taxpayers.”
Agencies under oversight by the Committee include: the Federal Reserve, Treasury, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the National Credit Union Administration, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Federal Housing Finance Agency, and the Export-Import Bank.
From The Desk Of The Governor - Governor Chris Christie
School Security Law Establishes Special Officers In Schools
NEW JERSEY – Signed by Gov. Christie, the School Security Law establishes “Class Three” special law enforcement officers to provide security in public and non-public schools and county colleges on a part-time basis. The legislation reflects a recommendation of the New Jersey School Boards Association’s School Security Task Force, which for over a year studied issues of school safety and security, including the relationship between law enforcement and the public schools. “The legislation gives school boards the option of employ-
ing qualified, experienced retired law enforcement officers to enhance school security and contribute to the educational program,” said Dr. Lawrence S. Feinsod, NJSBA executive director. “The training required by the act will ensure that the Class Three officers not only provide a security presence, but are able to work effectively with students.” Under the legislation, Class III officers will undergo the same training as school resource officers (SROs), who are active members of the local police force who serve
schools in a security, counseling and instructional capacity. “Placing security personnel in schools is a decision that appropriately rests with the local board of education,” Feinsod continued. “NJSBA’s School Security Task Force found that, because of their specialized training and educational function, school resource officers represent the preferred option for school security personnel. “However, employment of SROs can be difficult for many school boards to fund. This new legislation will provide a needed, lower-cost
option for school boards that cannot employ school resource officers or that want to expand security staff to assist current SROs.” An earlier version of S-86/A-3629, which received final legislative approval in June, did not require specialized training for the officers. In September, Gov. Christie conditionally vetoed the measure, returning it to the Legislature with a recommendation to incorporate the SRO training requirement for the Class Three officers. NJSBA had advocated for inclusion of such training in the bill with
the governor and legislative leadership. Under S-86/A-3629, Class Three special law enforcement officers will be required to: Be retired police officers less than 65 years old; Have served as duly qualified, fully-trained, full-time municipal or county police officers, or as members of the state police; Be separated from that prior service in good standing within three years of appointment as a Class Three SLEO (or within five years during the first year following the bill’s
Governor Chris Christie enactment); Be physically capable of performing the functions of the position; Possess N.J. Police Training Commission Basic Police Officer Certification or N.J. State Police Academy Certification; Complete the training course for safe schools resource officers (SROs); and Be hired in a part-time capacity. The legislation takes effect June 1, 2017.
Freeholders Cheer Yankees-Comcast Agreement; Still Call On Cable Company To Credit Customers For Missed Season
OCEAN COUNTY – While the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders cheered an agreement between Comcast and the YES Network that will return Yankees games to many televisions this season, they stopped short of calling the settlement a complete win for fans. The Freeholders are still asking Comcast to issue customer credits for the loss of the YES Network for the
entire 2016 baseball season. “Comcast saved more than $4.8 million last year by not paying for the rights to broadcast Yankees games. This money should be returned to customers in the form of a credit,” Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari said. Vicari said the Freeholders repeatedly called on the telecommunications giant to issue the credits last year and renewed their effort soon after
the Comcast-YES Network agreement was announced this week.” In a January 5 letter to Robert F. Smith, regional vice president of Community Investment, the Freeholders reiterated their request. “We believed then, and still believe today, that this money should be returned to customers through a credit in each bill,” the Freeholders said in the letter. “Comcast
customers continued to pay a monthly fee for the YES Network as part of their normal cable bill yet did not enjoy the channel for more than a year. It is not fair that your company profited from the loss of a service that many of our residents had come to depend on.” Vicari said watching baseball and other sports is a quality of life issue, and is especially important to senior citizens.
“I know many seniors who watch sports every night.” he said. “It’s entertainment that they should not have been deprived of because of corporate greed. Now is the time for Comcast to make amends and issue a credit.” The agreement between Comcast and YES will return Yankees games to local televisions by the start, or early into the 2017 season, which begins in April.
Basketball fans will also benefit because Brooklyn Nets games will also resume broadcasting at the same time. “While we, and all sports fans, look forward to watching the upcoming season, that doesn’t mean the ordeal of 2016’s blackout should be forgotten,” said Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little. “Comcast needs to step up to the plate and issue those credits.”
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With hospital emergency rooms already treating 270,000 eye injuries annually, it is hard to fathom that some individuals are intentionally putting foreign bodies in their eyes that pose the risk of eye damage and vision loss. These cosmetic eye alterations begin with decorative (“costume”) contact lenses that may be so ill-fitting that they scratch the cornea. Using these non-prescribed contacts almost pales in comparison to “silicone iris implants,” which were originally developed for people with damaged or poorly pigmented eyes. However, some risk elevated eye pressure, infection, and glaucoma by having overseas doctors insert them over their natural irises for cosmetic purposes. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) warns against this procedure and others that can lead to serious complications. Anyone interested in changing their eye color should talk to an ophthalmologist before undergoing any procedure or purchasing colored contact lenses, which, by law, require a prescription. We also offer the latest in computerized vision equipment to quickly and comfortably assess your glasses and contact lens needs. To schedule an appointment, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A. at 732-349-5622.
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Super Plunge XIII Set For Super Bowl Sunday
BRANT BEACH – The 13th Annual Super “Plunge” Sunday is scheduled for Super Bowl Sunday, February 5 at 1 p.m. Participants are invited to brave the icy, cold Atlantic Ocean, and will have plenty of time to be home for the big game. Super Plunge XIII, a fundraiser organized by St. Francis Community Center and the swim teams of Southern Regional High School, will take place at the 48th Street Beach in the Brant Beach section of Long Beach Township. The “Plunge” has become a popular community favorite during the winter doldrums on Long Beach Island. The event grows in participation each year. Registration is required. Registration will take place at the Community Center on February 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and on February 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. Registration forms can
be picked up in advance at the front desk of the Community Center, or printed from their website, and mailed to St. Francis Community Center, Attn: Super Plunge XIII, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township, NJ 08008-3926. The fee is $30 per person on or before January 29 and $35 if registering after January 29. The student registration fee is only $15 on or before January 29 and $20 after January 29. Participants are encouraged to seek sponsor donations in addition to their registration fee. The sponsor forms can also be found online. All registered participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt. T-shirts will also be available to spectators for purchase after noon on “Plunge” Day. Wristbands will be issued to all participants and must be worn at time of the plunge. Plungers should bring with them their courage, bathing suit, towels, blankets and whatever else is needed to warm-up after the ocean dip. Costumes of all kinds are also encouraged. There will be post-plunge festivities back at the Community Center immediately following the plunge. Hot chocolate, coffee, tea and goodies will be served to help warm-up everyone, and prizes will be awarded: youngest plunger, oldest plunger, best costume, most funds raised overall and more. The drawing for the $5,000 travel voucher raffle will take place shortly after the awards ceremony. The winner will receive a $5,000 travel voucher from Home Town Travel located 128 Bartlett Ave., Bartlett Commons, Rt. 9 South, West Creek. Only 1,000 tickets are sold and tickets are only $25. The tickets are currently on sale at the Community Center and an online mail order form is available at stfranciscenterlbi.org. For more information contact St. Francis Community Center 609- 494-8861 or visit stfranciscenterlbi.org or facebook.com/ SuperPlungeSunday.
Beloved K9 Passes
STAFFORD – Kramer, a retired K9 with the Stafford Police Department, died. His death was announced via Instagram on January 9. Kramer served alongside Patrolman Bob Campanile until Ptl. Campanile’s retirement a few years ago. Kramer had a large tumor on his face and mouth, which developed rapidly over the last several months. Kramer served Stafford Township for many years and was nationally ranked in patrol and narcotics.
All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner
EAGLESWOOD – There will be an all you can eat spaghetti dinner at West Creek United Methodist Church on February 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. The church is located at 191 Church St., West Creek. The cost is $10 for adults, children 4 to 12, $5, and children 3 and younger eat free. Take out is available.
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SHIP BOTTOM – Starting the year off with making new connections should be a must for women doing business in the Long Beach Island Region. Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce has scheduled monthly roundtables hosted in women-owned or operated businesses for the next several months as part of their 2020 Vision strategic plan. The first discussion will be held at Universal Cabinetry Design at 2500 Long Beach Blvd. beginning at 10 a.m. on January 31. This is a free networking event with RSVP to Southern Ocean Chamber office. “The purpose of these meetings is to strengthen the opportunities for women doing business in our community” stated Lori Pepenella, CEO of
the Southern Ocean Chamber. “It is an informal way to build relationships and create a support system for women in any chapter of their career.” The roundtable’s will feature coffee, a discussion topic, resources geared for professional development for women, and networking. January’s discussion will be Organization Tips for Women Who Wear Many Hats, and will have information regarding business tools available from the Ocean County Library. To RSVP for the Women in Business Roundtable hosted at Universal Cabinetry Design, contact Southern Ocean Chamber at 609494-7211, stop into their commerce center at 265 W. Ninth St. in Ship Bottom or visit them online at visitLBIregion.com.
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MANAHAWKIN – The Southern Regional Girls Indoor Track won the 2017 Ocean County Relays on January 3 at the Toms River “Bubble,” located near Intermediate East. The Rams outpointed Toms River South for the team title.
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Court Appointed Advocates And A Birthday Wish Partner For Abuse And Neglected Children
TOMS RIVER – Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Ocean County and A Birthday Wish have partnered to help children who have been abused or neglected. Currently, there are nearly 750 of these children annually in Ocean County living in out of home placement, with more needing court advocacy every year. CASA of Ocean County exists to recruit, train and supervise community volunteers to work one-on-one with these children, advocating for their best interests in the court system. Essentially, CASA volunteers “speak up” for these children in the court and child welfare systems, making sure they are safe and well-cared for, are getting the services they need, and are placed in a permanent, safe, nurturing home as quickly as possible. A Birthday Wish, located in Westfield, New Jersey, will bring some joy to the children served by CASA of Ocean County by granting each child’s birthday wish. Founded by Jane Hoffman in 2014, A Birthday Wish grants the birthday wishes of children in New Jersey foster care. To date, they have granted well over 1,000 birthday wishes throughout ten New Jersey counties. “Many of these children are victims of abuse or neglect, some have lost a parent, they need to know they matter on their birthday,” says Hoffman, who was inspired to start the nonprofit when she learned that many children and teens in foster care don’t receive
a gift on their birthday. “We are very excited to partner with A Birthday Wish. They will assist us in making sure the children we serve thrive while living in foster care.” says Executive Director of CASA of Ocean County, Vicki Weiss. CASA of Ocean County will be the seventh partnership with A Birthday Wish and looks forward to the unique opportunity to grant birthday wishes to foster children in Ocean County. CASA of Ocean County is part of a statewide network of community-based, nonprofit programs that recruit, screen, train and supervise volunteers to “Speak Up for a Child” removed from home due to abuse or neglect. CASA is the only program in New Jersey that uses trained volunteers to work one-on-one with children, ensuring that each one gets the services needed and achieves permanency in a safe, nurturing home. Visit casaofoceancounty.org for more information about CASA of Ocean County. A Birthday Wish was founded with the steadfast commitment to let each child in New Jersey foster care know that they are special and that their life truly matters. A Birthday Wish exists to give children in New Jersey foster care a birthday gift and card selected specifically for them. In the process, A Birthday Wish works to raise awareness about the issues surrounding foster care and advocate for better ways to serve these wonderful children. For more information on A Birthday Wish visit ABirthdayWish.org.
Academy Of Law And Public Safety To Hold Admission Information Sessions
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Vocational Technical School is holding admission information sessions for the 2017-2018 school year for the Academy of Law and Public Safety (ALPS). The 2015-16 school year celebrated the opening of the OCVTS Academy of Law & Public Safety as a full-time educational program for high school juniors and seniors. The mission of the Academy of Law and Public Safety is to provide a rigorous college-prep, theme-based curriculum in conjunction with community and higher education partnerships. Ocean County students acquire knowledge, skills and professional ethics while utilizing the latest technology related to criminal justice. OCVTS is now expanding ALPS and offering admission to incoming sophomores, as well as incoming juniors, for classes that begin September 2017. Current high school freshman and sophomores, who are considering future studies and/ or a career in public safety or criminal justice,
and their parents, are encouraged to attend an admissions information session. The sessions outline the admission process, as well as provide insight into the career-themed learning environments. Admission paperwork will be distributed at the information session. ALPS will hold admission information sessions on February 7 at 6:30 p.m. and February 22 at 6:30 p.m. The information sessions will be held at the Academy of Law and Public Safety, located at the Ocean County Fire and First Aid Training Center in Waretown. Call 732-473-3122 to register for a session. Students are selected from applications through a competitive admissions process. Applicants must reside in Ocean County to be eligible for admission. Application deadline is March 1. For more information about the OCVTS Academy of Law & Public Safety or the admission information sessions go to ocvts. org or call OCVTS Academy Admissions at 732-473-3100, ext. 3065.
Hit And Run Still Unsolved
WARETOWN – Police are asking residents for information about hit and run motor vehicle accidents that occurred at the beginning of January. On January 4, a legally parked vehicle was struck on the 300 block of Seventh Street. On January 8, three garbage cans and a vehicle were struck on the 100 block of Seneca
Boulevard. On that same day, a vehicle was struck on Michigan Avenue, this time in the resident’s driveway. Anyone with any information on these incidents should call Ptl. Steven Mandarine at 609-693-4007, ext. 302.
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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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Pinelands Commission Meeting Rescheduled
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Pinelands Commission has rescheduled its next monthly meeting from January 13 to January 24 and will hold the meeting in the Parish Centre at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Pemberton Township. The changes in date and location were made in response to public comment asking for additional time and a larger meeting space.
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Monday Movies
BARNEGAT – The Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Library hosts Monday Movies at 1 p.m., located at112 Burr St. On January 23, the library will show Pete’s
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South Bay Senior Association Upcoming Meeting
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The South Bay Senior Association will hold an Atlantic City trip to the Resorts Casino is planned for February 15. The $30 for the trip will be collected at this meeting. In addition, a discussion of future
day and overnight trips will be held. The club is open to anyone “50-years-young” and older. For more information, call president Ray MacDonald at 609-494-5804.
Special Election
OCEAN COUNTY – Voters in Little Egg Harbor, Tuckerton and Eagleswood will be voting in a special election on January 24. The election will decide whether the Pinelands Regional School District can make
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Labyrinth Walk
BRANT BEACH – St. Francis of Assisi Parish will host a Labyrinth Walk scheduled for January 23 and 24 from 9:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the St. Francis Brant Beach Church Hall located at 4700 Long Beach Blvd. The Labyrinth is a path of prayer, a walking meditation that can become a mirror of the soul. It is a spiritual act of pilgrimage, a metaphor
for life’s journey. Guests may choose one day to treat themselves to some quiet time. Walking the Labyrinth takes less than one hour. A finger Labyrinth is available for those who have difficulty walking. The walk is open to all faiths. All are welcome. For more information, call 609-494-8813 or visit stfrancisparishlbi.org.
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Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.
Sound Objections
Here are a few reasons why millions of Americans will do anything to avoid wearing a hearing aid: 1: Vanity - It’s a sign of getting older and most people can’t deal with the combination of wearing glasses and other more pressing medical problems. This leads to denial in many cases. In reality, today’s hearing aids are almost invisible so vanity should not really be an issue! 2: Denial - Hearing loss is an invisible handicap that can be partially compensated for many years. A typical person who finally gets fitted for a hearing aid has waited seven years. Obviously, a lot of yelling has occurred over those years along with typical statements such as “you’re mumbling,” “I don’t always pay attention,” and “just speak up and I will hear you.” Your family needs to be honest and direct with the hearing-impaired individual so he/she can overcome denial/objections. 3: Money - Unfortunately, most insurance plans do not cover hearing aids. According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the average cost for a pair of hearing aids is $2,800. Some insurance companies such as Aetna US Healthcare and Horizon have a small benefit ranging from $500 to $750. Since the average hearing aid lasts five years, you are spending about $1 per day (per ear) to hear better. 4: Unrealistic Expectations - We all want to hear “normally” again, but realistically, hearing aids can only compensate for
hearing loss just as eye glasses compensate for vision deficits. The word “aid” does not mean “normal” but it should suggest assistance in your ability to hear in most environments. 5: Too Many Appointments – Better hearing takes time and patience since your brain has to adjust to all of the new sounds that you will be hearing again. Since a large majority of consumers are being fit with digital or programmable instruments, several fine-tuning sessions with a computer are required to maximize the benefits of the instrument. Most hearing health-care professionals offer at least a 30 day trial period to account for the necessary adjustments required to accomplish “better hearing.” 6: You can make yourself crazy – For most, you may not like your hearing aids for the first week. You may complain about “everything being too sharp” or “my own voice sounds like a bad record.” However, after wearing your hearing aids consistently for several weeks, you will hopefully appreciate the “sweet nothings” that are important to you, like your son’s jokes, your spouse kibitzing, your grandchildren’s gestures or beautiful music. In summary, forget about vanity and cost and stick it in your ear. Please don’t wait seven years to face the music since this may be the first time (in a long time) that you will finally hear and understand those that you love!
Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health. His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-818-3610 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com.
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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. Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio.com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM
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WARETOWN – The Township of Ocean Recreation Department is holding a snowman building contest. This contest is open to residents of all ages and township businesses. Participants may use any accessories to add to the snowman. Snowmen must be suitable for all viewing audiences. Each entrant must build his or her snowman
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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. This is why you need to immediately call an experienced attorney to understand you legal rights. The insurance company will not voluntarily tell you all of your legal rights, since doing so will cost them money. As an experienced attorney, we at R.C. Shea & Associates have become obsessed with exposing insurance companies’ deceptive practices and the junk science they espouse through their hired guns to defeat their insured’s legitimate claims. By calling upon the experienced attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates, our job is to present the truth to the jury, and to effectively
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By Amie Gomez, DPT, Toms River Physical Therapist
alls have become a serious problem that older adults are facing at home and in the community. Falls are the leading cause of fatal injuries and nonfatal emergency room admissions in older adults. Unfortunately, the risk of falls is very high and increases with age. For adults over the age of 80, half can expect a fall annually and about 50% can expect multiple falls. Falls can result in broken bones, muscle strains, brain injuries and can limit ones independence. The good news is that falling is not inevitable! There are various ways to assess your risk and methods to decrease your chances of falling. WHAT ARE SOME RISK FACTORS THAT COULD CAUSE A FALL?
There are numerous risk factors for falls including poor balance, poor lower extremity strength and range of motion, decreased vision, improper footwear, medication side effects, fear of falling and slow walking speed just to name a few. I am going to take a few of those risk factors and break them down a little further for you. After a fall many people become fearful of another fall so they stop doing activities that they feel are risky. While some activities are good to delegate to others, such as climbing on ladders or going into the attic, other activities should be able to be completed by you with no fear or anxiety, such as changing the bed sheets and light cooking. Avoiding certain behaviors and activities and decreased confidence in your balance have been known to be great predictors in falls. Typically, when a person begins avoiding activities due to fear of falling they slowly become less mobile, which in turn decrease strength and
range of motion therefore increasing the risk of a fall, not to mention decreasing the quality of life. As we age, we lose about 1% of our strength every year. Core and leg strength are very important for being able to prevent and/or recover from a fall. If you are not performing a structured exercise routine you may be overlooking important muscles and therefore they are becoming weaker. Weak muscles will not be able to clear obstacles, stabilize on uneven ground, or keep upright posture as well as strong muscles leading to increases chances of falling. In the event of a fall, strong muscles will better support and protect your bones and make it easier to stand back up from the floor. Many people are not aware of the fact that walking speed is a good way to measure fall risk. Slower gait speeds are typical of higher fall risk. While it is fine to walk at a comfortable speed during your average day, there are times when a quick, but safe, walking speed is important, such as in an emergency situation or when rushing to use the restroom. In those times when a person is walking at an increased rate the chances of a fall is higher. Due to the lack of practice, a change in a person’s average walking speed will also increase the chances of a fall. A person should be able to walk at varying speeds without compromising safety.
the clinic will allow the therapist to correct any mistakes they notice and you will feel more confident with the supportive staff at your side.
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The therapist can also work to simulate activities that you may have been avoiding, such as climbing steps, walking on uneven surfaces and performing housework. There is always a way to progress the balance activities as you improve such as adding an unstable surface, removing arm support, or taking away the visual component. The therapist may recommend the use of an assistive device (walker or cane) to increase your safety. If they believe that is the safest situation they are able to correctly adjust the height for maximum support and instruct you in the proper way to use the device. The therapist will continue to reassess your progress to help you reach your goals and decrease your risk of falling!
A physical therapist can help assess your fall risk by assisting you through some basic physical tests and having you fill out some questionnaires regarding your balance and confidence. Once you have been evaluated the PT can create a program that is tailored to your needs, most likely a combination of static and dynamic balance activities and strengthening exercises. Performing these activities in
Amie graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Biology from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 2010. She continued her education at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ in Newark, where she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2012. Since graduating, Amie’s primary professional focus has been in the inpatient rehabilitation setting. She has also completed experiences in acute care and outpatient orthopedics. Amie’s areas of interest include geriatrics, non-operative and post-surgical rehab, adult neurological impairments and balance impairments. She believes that patient centered care is the key to successful outcomes.
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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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wolfgang puck’s kitchen
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 3WALNUTS 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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