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–Photos by Chris Lundy (Top right) Beach Haven West residents again spoke about the need for community centers in their neighborhood, saying a brand new building on East Bay Avenue (left), adjacent Pine Street structure (right), plus a planned Mill Creek area site (top), do not compare to previous centers. By Chris Lundy STAFFORD – Township officials declared that they would not move forward with any

plans for the proposed community center in Beach Haven West until they see what is needed for the entire town.

The community center on Mill Creek Road was left unsafe and unusable by Superstorm Sandy. The township

has since built a brand new building on East Bay Avenue, and purchased an adjacent (Stalled - See Page 5)

Survey Looks For Sandy Problems And Solutions

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – As part of a recent survey, 71 percent of people affected by Superstorm Sandy stated that they are suffering from increased physical or mental health issues that are directly related to the storm. This is a snapshot of an incomplete survey called

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the Sandy Truth Project. It is being used to understand more clearly the issues that are still affecting survivors more than four years later. And it needs your voice. The survey is online at newjerseyop.org/ sandy-truth-project.html. (Survey - See Page 12)

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Lacey To Hold Hearing On Electric Contract

By Chris Lundy LACEY – There will be a public hearing on the town’s energy aggregation move that is estimated to save residents 13 percent off a portion of their electrical bill. The meeting will take place on February 16 at 7 p.m. at the town hall, located at 818 Lacey Road. The energy contract would be a 20-month contract with the firm South Jersey Energy. The electrical bill actually covers two separate things: the cost for electricity and the cost for delivering that electricity through the wires. The delivery cost would still go through JCP&L. However, the electricity will be coming from South Jersey Energy. The township struck a entered into a contract

with South Jersey Energy that would run from April 1 to December 31, 2018. It would reduce the price per kilowatt hour to $0.08655 for residents, but not commercial properties. “If you don’t opt out, you will be automatically opted in” to the contract, Township Administrator Veronica Laureigh said. When reached for comment, Scott Surgeoner, spokesman for First Energy, said that JCP&L has no opinion regarding munipalities making their own decisions about aggregation. “JCP&L’s commitment is safely, efficiently, and cost effectively delivering the electricity our customers use.” In other news, the police department is looking for full time (Contract - See Page 12)

Pinelands Referendum Passes

By Chris Lundy LITTLE EGG HARBOR – The January 24 referendum to repair the aging infrastructure at Pinelands Regional High School and Junior High School passed, and officials said repair work might begin this summer. “We’re thrilled and we’re very thankful to the community, and the staff here who poured their hearts out to get this passed,” interim Superintendent Maryann Banks said. The total referendum will be $53.6 million, of (Referendum - See Page 4)

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Continued From Page 1 which a large portion will be covered by the state. The district will bond for the money, and pay it off over 25 years. There were three questions on the ballot. The fi rst question passed 2,131 votes to 1,575. The second question passed 2,015 to 1,660. The third question passed 1,959 to 1,717. The Ocean County Board of Elections stated that these numbers have not been certified yet. All three questions passed in all four towns. The vote totals in Little Egg Harbor, by far the largest of the three towns, were closer than they were in Bass River, Tuckerton and Eagleswood. The Little Egg Harbor votes for Question 1 were 1,590 to 1,307. For Question 2, they were 1,502 to 1,371. Question 3 was very close, with 1,447 to 1,424. The Eagleswood votes for Question 1 were 124 to 79. For Question 2, they were 118 to 85. For Question 3, they were 118 to 87. In Tuckerton, the “yes” votes doubled the “no” votes. The votes for Question 1 were 308 to 120. The votes for Question 2 were 294 to 129. The votes for Question 3 were 292 to 133. In Bass River, the votes for Question 1 were 109 to 69. For Question 2, the votes

were 101 to 74. For Question 3, the votes were 102 to 73. The first question involved the following improvements at the high school: rear parking lot and drainage; exterior doors; roofing; brickwork; windows; fire-rated stair tower doors and side lights; security on exterior and interior; restroom renovations; lighting; HVAC improvements or replacements; safety equipment for home economics and shop classrooms. The first question also made the following improvements to the middle school: parking lot improvements, expansion, and drainage; curbing, steps and sidewalks; exterior doors; roofing; restrooms; lighting; HVAC improvements or replacements; security system and PA system. The second question will make these improvements to the high school: front entrance security; outside lighting; flooring, ceiling, and lighting in the front entrance; remodeling and changing the location of several interior offices; library lighting, ceiling and shelving; compliancy with the Americans with Disabilities Act; information technology system upgrades. The second question will also make these improvements to the middle school: concrete, pavers and landscaping for entrance; front entrance security with school insignia; digital sign; widening the bus

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lane; retaining wall; exterior lighting and curbs; compliancy with the Americans with Disabilities Act; information technology system upgrades; gym scoreboard. The third question would make the following changes to the athletic fields: new natural grass field with lighting and drainage; running track resurfacing; fencing; tennis court resurfacing, nets and fencing; sidewalks. Timeline The district will seek a project manager to oversee the construction projects, Banks said. Once everything is in place, administration hopes that the project will begin in summer and be completed in the winter of 2018. The structural work outlined in Question 1 will be the first priority, she said. “Historically, a lot of these items were on the agenda to be addressed,” she said. Unfortunately, the school lost state funding, or Superstorm Sandy kept pushing projects back. “From 2008 to now, some of these items were scheduled to be addressed.” Some projects they did not know about until the engineers surveyed the buildings, she said. For example, the metal stairway that was corroding. It had been built before standards were set to use galvanized steel. Between exposure to salty shore air, and putting salt down on the steps to melt ice, the metal corroded much faster than galvanized steel would have. Tax Impact The district is eligible to receive up to 40 percent of the cost of Questions 1 and 2, and up to 19 percent for Question 3, according

to district figures. The average homeowner would see less than $100 a year for Question 1, and less than $22 a year for Questions 2 and 3 combined. Residents should not see too much of a bump, however, because the debt would be coming in at the same time that old debt will be paid off. Cost of Referendum In November, referendums do not cost towns or school districts any money. Election booths and workers are already going to be deployed. The main election absorbs that cost. This is why so many referendums wind up on the November ballot. However, there are several times during the year set aside for towns or districts to have their own referendums. January 24 was one of them. In order to have a referendum then, the district has to pay for the election booths and workers. Banks said that it will cost the district about $25,000 to $30,000. The referendum had failed in November. School officials decided to put it to vote again in January because they thought that the highly political November election might have tainted the results. Two controversial state questions about gambling and the gas tax were also on the ballot, and officials thought that voters might vote “no” across all the questions. In November, the first question failed by just 98 votes, 5,512 to 5,414. The second and third questions’ vote totals would only matter if the first question passed. They did not do as well. The second question failed by 364 votes, 5,220 to 4,856. The third question failed by 749 votes, 5,502 to 4,753.

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Continued From Page 1 building on Pine Street. Both are to be used for recreation. Some Beach Haven West residents have been arguing with township officials that they want to be made whole, and have a facility in their section of town that is equal to or better than the one that they lost. The current argument is about a full kitchen in the building. Beach Haven West residents want one, but township officials said it would be too expensive. The East Bay Avenue building has one. After a heated public discussion about the issue at the January 24 council meeting, Mayor John Spodofora issued a statement that the town will delay any construction of the Mill Creek building “pending the evaluation of existing facilities.” He explained that officials wanted to see what kinds of demands were needed from residents before spending $1.5 million or more on a building. “Perhaps the best course of action is to see the two facilities in action,” he said, in reference to the East Bay and Pine Street buildings. After the meeting, township officials were unsure of what kind of timeline would be appropriate. Spodofora and Township Administrator James Moran both said that improvements to Pine Street should come first, so they could see it being used. Councilman Alan Smith also added that if the township spends more than $1 million on a building in a flood zone, where Mill Creek is, it could all be wasted if there’s another huge storm. Spodofora said he made his comments after the public session was over “because I wanted to wrap it up.” There have been some of the same issues over and over. Spodofora and Smith had met with the residents previously. “I was under the impression it was all done. We could move forward without the stove,” he said. Dawn Papatheodorou, president of the Beach Haven West Civic Association, brought a petition with more than 430 signatures asking for a full kitchen in the Mill Creek building. She said that there were more than just people from Beach Haven West on the petitions. There were people from Manahawkin as well. “Does that mean anything to you?” she asked about the names. Spodofora replied that yes, every taxpayer means something to them. Papatheodorou asked whether the governing body was going to sit down to another meeting with Beach Haven West. Spodofora said there was no plans to meet again. The East Bay Avenue Community Center is too far away, Papatheodorou said. “It’s like saying ‘Go use your neighbor’s oven.’”

The Southern Ocean Times, February 4, 2017, Page 5 A drive from the Mill Creek site, taking Jonathan Drive to Marsha Boulevard, across Route 72 to the East Bay Avenue building is 1.9 miles from driveway to driveway. Beach Haven West resident Jeanine Sciglitano agreed with her. “It’s inconvenient for them to schlep everything over to Bay Avenue.” Spodofora asked if it was convenient for the rest of the town to go to Beach Haven West back when Mill Creek was still standing. Sciglitano wanted the township to bid it with the kitchen to see what the price would actually be. Bob McManus, also a Beach Haven West resident, said there are a lot more year-round residents these days, and the number might increase. “You should be planning for the future, not just for today,” he said. He argued that Beach Haven West pays a lot in taxes to the town, and deserve to be made whole for all their contributions. Spodofora said he does not like the argument that if someone pays more in taxes, then they deserve more from the town. Everyone in town should get equal treatment. A few residents came out to the meeting endorsing the governing body’s decision of holding off on the building for now. Rich Carlson, president of the Colony Lakes Homeowner Association and vice president of the local Republican club, said he used to use the Mill Creek building about once a month, but never used the kitchen. In his career, he sells restaurant equipment, and said the project is much more expensive than just a stove. It would also need a hood, vents, fire suppression system, and a more expensive insurance policy. He commended the governing body on the new community building. “Bay Avenue has a full kitchen. Why do we have to duplicate that?” he said. Meanwhile, work still needs to be done on the Pine Street building. The township received a $140,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to renovate it, Moran said. It needs a new roof, heating and air conditioning siding, and electrical work. There needs to be renovations to the interior, as well. The building might get more use if the walls were redone to change the layout of the rooms. Additionally, there is a small, illegal kitchen in the middle of the building that would need to come out. If the township does not use the entire $140,000, the remainder has to be returned to FEMA. Papatheodorou has said that the entire $140,000 would be needed because that building is “a tear-down.” Government officials disagreed with that assessment.

George Washington Visits LBI

SURF CITY – Celebrate George Washington’s 285th birthday in attending a living history program given by historian impersonator, Sam Davis. George Washington led the Continental Army, spending half the American Revolution in New Jersey from 1775 to 1783. An

art exhibit depicting patriotic themes is the backdrop for the program. Refreshments including a birthday cake for George Washington will be served. This family program starts at 1 p.m. on February 18. Call the Island Library 217 S. Central Ave., to register at 609-494-2480.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER State BOE Should Reject Governor’s Charter School Regulations The State Board of Education should refuse to move forward with new charter school regulations being sought by the Christie administration. Those proposed regu lat ion s, wh ich Gov. Christie began pushing after meeting with the charter lobby, are deeply f lawed. The board should caref ully scr utinize them and refuse to consider any changes that lower standards for New Jersey’s charter schools. The State Board’s obligation is to New Jersey’s students, not to charter school operators who are lobbying for less accountability to the taxpayers who fund their schools. Given the number of charter schools that have had their char ters revoked or have closed for other reasons in recent years, the State Board should be looking for ways to enhance account-

ability and oversight. It should not approve harmful changes to satisfy a lame-duck governor looking to score political points with the charter lobby on his way out the door. New Jersey taxpayers should be outraged that Gov. Christie is working with the charter lobby in an effort to gut the regulations that make them accountable to the p e ople whose scho ol tax dollars fund their schools. At tempted political abuses like this are why NJEA has called for a moratorium on the approval and expansion of charter schools so that the Legislature can study the impact of New Jersey’s 20-year-old charter school law and determine whether it serves and protects the interests of our students, families and communities. Wendell Steinhauer NJEA President

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Letters To The Editor Trump’s FHA Order Hurts Homeownership Dreams Whose side is the President on? President Trump campaigned as the candidate who would stand with the forgotten American worker, but of all of the actions he could have taken on his first day in office, it’s telling that his administration has moved to instead make it more expensive for Americans to buy a home this year and beyond. With mortgage interest rates already on the rise, reversing the FHA’s move to cut insurance premiums in fact puts the dream of homeownership farther out of reach for millions of hardworking Americans. So-called reckless homeowners didn’t cause the housing crisis—but predatory lenders who tricked consumers into mortgages with exploding interest rates and other harmful features did. More than 7 million Americans lost their homes during the foreclosure crisis, largely because of predatory mortgages and incompetent servicing practices. As we were reminded at Steve Mnuchin’s Senate confirmation hearing, Trump’s own Treasury secretary nominee made millions from the crash, and this action is all the proof we need to know whose side the Trump administration is on. Sarah Edelman Director of Housing Policy Center for American Progress

Mexico Should Become U.S. Territory Groups opposed to increased immigration enforcement have been galvanized by

Letters To ofThe this magnifiEditor cent building, erate income households, Donald Trump being elected President. Those protesting are upset that the days of unrestricted illegal immigration, most heavily from Mexico, may come to an end. A system where citizens of Mexico have unrestricted access to the United States is possible, only if Mexico becomes a territory of the United States. Otherwise the U.S. cannot afford to subsidize the social welfare, healthcare, and educational needs of Mexican nationals, with dollars leaving the U.S. economy. Like Puerto Rico, Mexico could keep Spanish locally, but English would still be the language of the Federal Government. U.S. citizens are not allowed to own land in Mexico near the border or beach, and are forbidden from taking part in political activity in the country, let alone work. Such a situation is unfair. When Mexico joins the U.S., we can focus on bridges, instead of walls. Eric Hafner Toms River

Thanks For Joining County Library System Congratulations to the Holmdel Mayor and Township Committee as well as all the residents of Holmdel who have certainly made it known how much they value and appreciate the Monmouth County Library system. The Commission has worked long and diligently to keep the library in, as we like to say, the Palm of the Hand of its users. Making the Holmdel Library branch of the Monmouth County Library the centerpiece in the renaissance

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which was once the home of so many Nobel Peace Prize recipients, is testimony to the importance the Township Committee, the company and the residents of Holmdel place on education and technology. The 20,000 square feet of space being dedicated to the library enables ample opportunity to incorporate individual areas for children, teens, adults, general information, history, theater, research, meetings and so much more, providing not only for recreation, but also social, entertainment, cultural and historic education and pursuits in this community centerfold which epitomizes the very bright future of Holmdel. The Commission stands ready to do all we can to facilitate plans for what will truly be an unparalleled resource for education and a true heartbeat of the Holmdel community. Renee B. Swartz, Chairperson Monmouth County Library Commission

Supreme Court “Gap” Ruling The New Jersey Supreme Court in a unanimous but nuanced ruling affirmed but modified the Appellate Division’s decision, which reversed a lower court’s misinterpretation of the Fair Housing Act by assigning a new and unrealistic affordable housing obligation on municipalities. This is a complicated decision, which will be discussed and debated for months to come. But there are some readily made observations: The Supreme Court affirmed but modified the Appellate Division ruling. In doing so, the Court further expanded the Mount Laurel doctrine to include a new obligation on municipalities, which will be folded into present need. The Court wrote: “…the trial courts must employ an expanded definition of present need. The present-need analysis must include, in addition to a calculation of overcrowded and deficient housing units, an analytic component that addresses the affordable housing need of presently existing New Jersey low-and-mod-

which formed during the gap period and are entitled to their delayed opportunity to seek affordable housing.” (Page 31 of decision.) At the same time, the Court rejected the arguments of certain housing advocates and developers to further expand the “gap” obligation and double count certain households. The Court wrote: “The trial court must take care to ensure that the present need is not calculated in a way that includes persons who are deceased, who are income-ineligible or otherwise are no longer eligible for affordable housing, or whose households may be already captured through the historic practice of surveying for deficient housing units within the municipality.” (Page 31 of decision.) The Court ruling, however, has added to a very complicated, process, which will require the expenditure of further resources at the local level. The court in this decision once again invited the Legislature to revisit the issue and provide necessary reforms. The so-called “gap” period does not result from any failures of local government. This “gap issue” arises out of COAH’s inability to promulgate third round regulations from 1999 to the present or make any final determination as to state and regional housing need, as well as constant litigation by certain groups; The Fair Housing Act defines a municipal obligation to include present and prospective need, and when it has developed a plan to address both those needs, a town should be deemed compliant and allowed to proceed. While the Supreme Court attempts to forge a middle ground, this decision is vague as to how to determine this additional present need obligation. Thus, the ruling provides little guidance and will likely result in additional property tax resources being expended. We again call upon the administration and Legislature to craft long-overdue reforms and promulgate a reasonable, rational state housing policy. Michael J. Darcy Executive Director New Jersey League of Municipalities

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Capitol Comments 9th Legislative District Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

NEW JERSEY – Legislation sponsored by Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove that would expand housing opportunities for veterans was approved by the Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee. The Ninth District delegation’s legislation, S-260,

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Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf

Committee Advances Connors-Rumpf-Gove Veterans’ Housing Initiative

would reserve a portion of the tenant-based rental assistance vouchers under the State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) for grants to veterans. The legislation passed the Senate unanimously in May of last year. Connors, Rumpf and Gove issued the following joint statement regarding the advancement of its veterans’ initiative:

“Creating more housing opportunities for our veterans is a critically important issue for our state to address, especially when considering the overall high costs of living in New Jersey. “According to the Department of Military and Veterans’ Affairs, there are an estimated 2,000 veterans who are part of New Jer-

sey’s homeless population. While the state operates effective programs, such as ‘Veterans Haven,’ more can and should be done for our veterans in light of their service to our nation. “By reserving a portion of tenant vouchers through the State Rental Assistance Program, we can build upon existing state programs established for our veterans.

Furthermore, our legislation would afford veterans greater freedom to choose where they wish to reside in this form of housing. “In addition to having bipartisan support, we are pleased that this veterans’ initiative has ﬁnally gained traction in the Assembly. Certainly, we are hopeful that there will be an Assembly ﬂoor vote in the near fu-

Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

ture to put this legislation on the path of being enacted.” The companion measure, A-452/A-984, which Assembly man Rumpf and Assemblywoman Gove are prime sponsors on, was also released by the committee. Members of the Ninth District delegation serve on the Senate and Assembly Military and Veterans’ Affairs committees.

From The Desk Of Congressman Tom MacArthur: MacArthur Elected Co-Chair Of Tuesday Group

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tom MacArthur has been elected co-chair of the House Tuesday Group. The Tuesday Group is one of the three main coalitions of House Republicans and

is comprised of close to 60 members who focus on working with members of both parties to effectively govern, including basic functions of government such as passing the Defense bill and govern-

ment funding bills on time. “I am thrilled to take on the role of co-chair for the Tuesday Group and work with this pragmatic group of problem solvers who are willing to respond to the

issues facing our nation in a responsible, solutions-oriented way that will improve the lives of our constituents and move our country forward,” said Congressman MacArthur.

“Representative MacArthur is thoughtful and measured; he will be a great asset to the Tuesday Group as one of our co-chairs,” said Congressman Charlie Dent (PA-15). “I look forward to working

with Representative MacArthur and our fellow co-chair, Representative Elise Stefanik, to help Tuesday Group members navigate the issues we will face in the coming Congress.”

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.”

NJ Third Congressional District Reading Challenge

The District Reading Challenge was created to encourage students in NJ’s Third Congressional District to read in their free time. With so many distractions and commitments facing kids these days, a focus on read-

ing is important and we want to challenge the kids in NJ’s Third District to start the school year off right. This reading challenge will be open to all students and can be easily managed through macarthur.house.gov/about/

district-reading-challenge. Participating students must read and complete the online form below for three books before the March 18 deadline The contest started at the beginning of the school year and ends on March 18.

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–Photo courtesy Southern Regional High School MANAHAWKIN – The Southern Regional Boys Basketball team defeated Cedar Creek High School at the Millville High School #BoxOutCancer Classic on January 21 by a score of 63 to 41. It was great to see the boys basketball team compete for such a great cause. The team thanks Dave LaGamba (Millville AD) and the Thunderbolts for the opportunity.

Documentary Saturday: Althea

BARNEGAT – Althea Gibson emerged as a most unlikely queen of the highly segregated tennis world of the 1950s. Her roots as a sharecropper’s daughter, her family’s migration to Harlem, her mentee/mentor relationship with Sugar Ray Robinson, and the fame that thrust

her unwillingly into the glare of the early civil rights movement. The documentary “Althea,” which is not rated and runs 85 minutes, will be shown at 11 a.m. on February 11 at the Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Library, 112 Burr St.

Bedtime Yoga With Nancy

LACEY – The Lacey branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Bedtime Yoga with Nancy” on February 13 at 7 p.m. Children ages 7 to 12 can wind down before bedtime with some gentle, soothing yoga poses and stories sure to guarantee a restful night.

Children should bring a mat/towel and wear comfortable clothing. The library is located at 10 East Lacey Road in Forked River. Registration is required at theoceancountylibrary.org.

DVD Discussion Group

STAFFORD – The DVD Discussion Group meets at the Stafford Library the second Thursday evening of every month at 7 pm. Patrons are welcome to join the discussion. They should come to the Stafford circulation

desk to pick up the DVD. Each month’s title is available by the first of the month. The next meeting is February 9 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the library, 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin.

Poets Of Barnegat

BARNEGAT – It’s Romance Night. Patrons can read and listen to poems of love and devotion in honor of Valentine’s Day. All poets invited to share their works and

enjoy the works of others. The program will take place at 7 p.m. on February 14 at the Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Library, 112 Burr St.

Meet The Mayor

LACEY – Meet the Mayor night at the Lacey branch of the Ocean County Library is February 14 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The library is

located at 10 East Lacey Road in Forked River. Residents can chat with Mayor Peter Curatolo in an informal setting.

Reiki

BARNEGAT – Reiki will be held on February 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (446166-1C) at Cloverdale Farm, 34 Cloverdale Road. The program is for adults only. The cost is

$10 per person, which must be paid to the instructor. For more information and how to register, call 609-607-1861 or visit oceancountyparks.org.

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BASS RIVER – Bass River State Forest’s 2017 “Wednesday Walk in the Woods” series continues on February 8 with a free, guided, 8-mile hike through Wells Mills County Park, a jewel of the Ocean County Park System, in nearby Waretown. Wells Mills County Park is the largest in the county park system and has miles of trails through Pine Barrens habitat, a 3-story nature center with observation deck and beautiful Wells Mills Lake.

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SURF CITY – The Freedom Summer campaign in Mississippi was a moment that transformed the civil rights movement and American politics. Christopher Fisher, Associate Professor of History at the College of NJ, will show a movie and lead a discussion that will explore the grand ambitions and unmet hopes of youthful activism in that period. This program is funded by the Horizons Speakers

Bureau of the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. The discussion will take place on February 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave. Registration is required at theoceancountylibrary.org.

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EAGLESWOOD – Maureen Mahon has been named teacher of the year at Eagleswood Elementary School. She began her career at the school in 1993. “It takes a village to raise a child. We all work together to encourage growth and guide our little ones to become well-rounded individuals,” Mahon said. She has taught third-grade and has been teaching kindergarten for the past 11 years. When asked about teaching kindergarten students, Mahon said, “It’s so amazing to see a young student become an independent learner

Tuesday Book Discussion Group At The Staﬀord Library

STAFFORD – The Tuesday Book Discussion group meets at the Stafford Library the second Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. Guests are welcome to join the discussion. They should go to the circulation desk to pick up the books. The library is located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin.

Film And Discussion: Selma

LACEY – Join the Lacey branch of the Ocean County Library as the movie “Selma” is viewed and discussed. The movie, rated PG-13 and 128 minutes, chronicles Martin Luther King’s campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Ala., in 1965. The screening is open to teens ages 13 to 18. The library is located at 10 East Lacey Road in Forked River. Registration is required at theoceancountylibrary.org.

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Free Income Tax Preparation

OCEAN COUNTY – The AARP and IRS have teamed up to sponsor free income tax preparations across southern Ocean County. These locations will be open at the listed times from February 6 through April 13. Monday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Mary’s of the Pines Parish Church, 100 Bishops Lane, Manahawkin. Walk-ins welcome. This location will be closed February 20. Tuesday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Village Lutheran Church, 701 Western Blvd., Lanoka Harbor.

Walk-ins welcome. Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Theresa’s Church Faith Formation Center, 450 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor, Mystic Island. Walk-ins welcome. Wednesday, 1 to 5 p.m., Perry’s Lake Club House, 4 Princeton Ave., Manahawkin. Appointments only. Call 609-978-7554. Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Mary’s of the Pines Parish Church, 100 Bishops Lane, Manahawkin. Walk-ins welcome. This location will be closed April 6 and 13. The last day for taxes done at this location is March 30. Clients must arrive at least one hour before closing time to ensure there is sufficient time to complete the taxes. Clients should bring: a copy of their previous year’s federal and NJ tax returns; their social security card and photo ID; all W2s; all 1099s and 1099Rs; social security statements (SSA-1099); health insurance information, form 1095S; all medical expenses and mileage; all tax related statements; a check to verify information for direct deposit of refund or PTR booklet and primary residence real estate tax bill. For more information, call 609-294-0730.

Computer Drop-In Help

STAFFORD – Patrons can stop by the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library to receive computer help. The drop-in computer help runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on February 6. Call the library at 609597-3381 for additional information and times. The library is located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin.

Watercolor Drop-In For Seniors SURF CITY – Watercolor drop-in for seniors will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on February 14 at the Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave. in Surf City. Seniors can practice with watercolor artist Pat Morgan. They must bring their own supplies. Registration is required at theoceancounty library.org.

Friends Meeting

WARETOWN – The Friends of the Waretown branch of the Ocean County Library will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. on February 13. The library is located at 112 Main St.

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All Aboard For Disney’s Choo Choo Soul With Genevieve

TOMS RIVER – Family-friendly entertainment is featured when Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve pulls into the station at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts on February 18 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Main Stage, Ocean County College Main Campus, College Drive. Tickets are $25 to $18 (orchestra/mezzanine). With soulful and current renditions of the ABC’s, 1-2-3’s, and songs about learning how to be polite, the incredibly hip duo of Train Conductor Genevieve and DC, her beatboxing and breakdancing engineer, teach children through music with songs enjoyed by parents and children alike. This live stage production of the Disney Junior favorite is sure to have children and parents dancing in the aisles. Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve! was honored with a Parents Choice Award for Children’s Television and Disney Records released a compilation CD/DVD through Amazon to rave reviews. Choo Choo Soul has become a favorite

in concert, performing at Walt Disney World, in addition to stops in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York City, and Canada. Upcoming Children’s Show (Family Friendly) StoryFaces, March 15 at 1 p.m. Main Stage. Tickets are $12 to $10 (orchestra/mezzanine). StoryFaces is a unique combination of disciplines, where audience volunteers are brought on stage and face painted to illustrate traditional folktales and original stories. The amazing face painting captivates students of all ages while they learn about world cultures and listen to wonderful stories ranging from the comic adventure of Tiddalik the Giant Frog to the heroic tale of Punia and the King of the Sharks. For concert tickets, call the Grunin Center Box Office at Ocean County College, 732-2550500 or visit grunincenter.org. For information on dinner/shows and receptions, call the box office.

Southern Regional Theatre Company Presentation

MANAHAWKIN – The Southern Regional Theatre Company will be presenting “Me and My Girl” on March 1 through 4 at the Joseph P. Echle Performing Arts Center located in the 9/10 building. All shows will begin at 7 p.m. and tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students. Advance ticket sales are available from through February 24.

After that date, no advance ticket requests will be accepted. Remaining tickets may be purchased at the door on the night of each performance starting at 6 p.m. For ticket order forms, information or questions, visit srsd.net or call 609-597-9481, ext. 4454.

String Of Purls–Knit/Crochet Group

STAFFORD – Needle art lovers - whether they’re just learning or already know how, join this group to knit, crochet, embroider, crewel and needlepoint. For beginners, bring size 8, 9 or 10 knitting needles and light-colored 4-ply worsted yarn.

To crochet bring the same yarn and a size G, H or I crochet hook. The group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. on February 9 at the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library, 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin.

Meet The NJ Devils Mascot

LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Meet the NJ Devils Mascot and participate in hockey fun at the Library. This family program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The meet will take place at 6 p.m. on Feb-

ruary 9 at the Little Egg Harbor branch of the Ocean County Library, 290 Mathistown Road. Registration is required at theoceancountylibrary.org.

Fashion Show

LACEY – The Woman’s Club of Lacey will be hosting a Fashion Show on April 1 at noon in the Community Hall, E Lacey Road and Route 9N, Forked River.

Fashions are sponsored by Macy’s. The cost is $25, which includes lunch, fashion show and entertainment. For information, contact Fran at 609-693-0067

Cloverdale History Walk

BARNEGAT – A Cloverdale History Walk will take place on March 7 from 2 to 3 p.m. (446536-1A) at the farm, 34 Cloverdale Road.

The cost is $5 per person. For more information and how to register, call 609-607-1861 or visit oceancountyparks.org.

Understanding Dogs

BARNEGAT – The program “Understanding Dogs” will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on March 14 (446466-9A) at Cloverdale Farm, 34 Cloverdale Road.

The cost is $5 to register, $15 per person. For more information and how to register, call 609-607-1861 or visit oceancountyparks.org.

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State Gives Temporary Suspension For Manahawkin Doctor In Vaccine Case

By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – The State Comptroller’s office temporarily suspended an Ocean County physician f rom Me d ica id a nd NJ FamilyCare programs after accusations the doctor improperly stored vaccines for needy children through the Vaccines for Children program. The temporary suspension affects Dr. Michael Bleiman’s office in Manahawkin, Southern Ocean Pediatrics and Family Med–Photo courtesy of Meridian YouTube video icine, located inside SouthDr. Michael Bleiman ern Ocean Medical Center. The action, dated January 27 through pliance officer discovered the improper the Medicaid Fraud Division, is effective refrigeration in the July visit. The officer ordered the existing 280 vacimmediately, and suspends him and his practice from “performing any services cines be quarantined so that the manufacturer could test their efficacy, and required funded by Medicaid programs.” “The MFD has the authority to suspend Bleiman’s office to use an electronic data practitioners in order to protect the in- logger that tests the refrigerator’s temperaterests of the Medicaid program and its ture every 30 minutes. New vaccines – 335 total – were received recipients,” State Comptroller Philip James Degnan said in a statement. “The alleged by the pediatric office to be administered actions in this matter presented adequate through the VFC program. The complaint alleges Bleiman’s office evidence that quality of care issues existed and we took immediate, appropriate action distributed the quarantined vaccines, did to temporarily suspend this practitioner not verify with the manufacturer the vaccines’ viability, and continued to register from the Medicaid program.” However, the MFD said its suspension improper refrigerator temperatures, which “only affects Dr. Bleiman’s participation in meant the newly received vaccines were the Medicaid program. It does not prevent possibly compromised, the complaint the doctor from practicing medicine gen- states. The office also allegedly failed to keep erally. Additionally, Dr. Bleiman retains any and all rights afforded to him under records in compliance with VFC temstate law with regard to the allegations perature-log standards, with “little to no variation in recorded temperatures for against him.” The action comes after a state Attorney extended periods of time; handwritten outGeneral complaint, filed January 9 through of-range temperatures recorded that were the State Board of Medical Examiners not electronically reported to the VFC that alleges gross negligence, professional and no corrective action was undertaken,” misconduct and other violations by Dr. according to the complaint documents. In an October 24 visit, VFC program ‎ Bleiman, in regard to the office’s temperature logs, use of quarantined vaccines and staff removed all remaining doses from the other record-keeping issues through the pediatric office, and retrieved the installed electronic data logger and handwritten Vaccines for Children (VFC) program. VFC is a federally funded, state operated copies of the temperature logs dating prior program that provides 1.6 million free or to January 1, 2016, the complaint states. The VFC conducted its examination of low-cost vaccines to eligible low-income children at more than 1,000 medical offices Bleiman’s VFC vaccine inventory, and according to the complaint, found that the around the state each year. According to the complaint, Bleiman’s quarantined vaccines were unusable. Of office received the training and approvals the 280 vaccines that were quarantined, to take part in the program and administer 11 were administered to children, and vaccines such as measles, mumps, rubella, several others were missing. Several of chickenpox, hepatitis A & B, rotavirus, the non-quarantined vaccines were also DTaP/Tdap, Hib, pneumococcal, polio, missing. Since then, the pediatrics’ office was meningococcal and HPV. But by storing the vaccines outside the suspended from participating in the VFC range of acceptable temperatures, the vac- program and has not been recertified to cines may have lost some of their potency. participate. Also as a result, the state Department of The complaint alleges those vaccines were administered through July 28 but were Health recommended 900 of Bleiman’s patients seek medical advice on whether refrigerated improperly. According to the complaint, a state com- they needed to be revaccinated.

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Continued From Page 1 The group behind it, the New Jersey Organizing Project, is an advocacy group that started two years after Sandy with the goal of making sure that people were getting the help they needed, said its director, Amanda Devecka-Rinear. Now, four years and four months after the storm, there are still people affected in unprecedented ways. “Sandy recovery is failing,” she said. “Where are we in recovery? Are we prepared for future storms?” They are looking for transparency in how aid for Sandy is allocated. How much of the money went to consulting firms rather than residents, for example. Currently, they are pushing for the foreclosure bill (A333/S2300) that would provide a cushion for those who are facing foreclosure on their homes. One of the more recent issues is clawbacks, said member Joe Mangino. Sometimes a homeowner has had to give money back. People have been receiving vague letters stating that they owe money to the government without any explanation, he said. “The homeowner now has to do more

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Continued From Page 1 dispatchers and applicants for the Police Explorers. For both situations, applicants must be Lacey residents and can pick up applications in the police department. Explorer applications can also be picked up at the Lacey Township High School guidance office. The current Explorers, by way of example, have recently conducted mock search warrants for illegal drugs and firearms at a building located at the Robert J. Miller Air Park in Berkeley, Chief Michael DiBella said. The program is run through the Boy Scouts of America Learning for Life program and is designed to provide “on-the-job” training for youth interested in law enforcement. Although there are mock drills and other aspects of police work, the Explorers are not

legwork,” he said. There never seems to be an end to the issues. There also is no hard deadline for the end of the survey period, he said. The group is using it as an opportunity to expand as an organization and find more ways to help residents. The mission statement for NJOP is quite broad: “We work together to pass policies that make life better for everyday people, change institutions, hold corporations accountable and ensure elected officials stand with us, their constituents.” Their first initiative was the “Finish the Job” campaign in 2014, because too few people were back in their homes. A lot of money was still being withheld. Previous campaigns have centered on getting more accessible guidelines for how to file for aid, contractor fraud, foreclosures, and getting people off waitlists for funding. Formed in 2014 by nine Sandy survivors, the New Jersey Organizing Project is a non-profit, with no political affiliation. Other issues they are addressing are climate change and cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and other health care programs. The group recently held two kick-off meetings for 2017 in Manahawkin and Brick.

placed in dangerous situations, according to a release by the police department. The requirements to be an Explorer are as follows: 14-20 years old Lacey resident Maintain at least a C average in all school work through 12th grade Pass a background check of criminal and motor vehicle records Complete an oral interview Maintain outstanding moral and ethical character at all times Demonstrate a willingness to serve and participate in activities and community events Attend three trainings a month No fees are involved. For additional information, contact Lt. Paul Sullivan Jr. at 609-693-6636 ext. 2577 or Ocean County Sheriff’s Officer Christine Farrell at 732-288-7843.

46th Ocean County Bluegrass Festival

WARETOWN – The Albert Music Hall will host the 46th annual Ocean County Bluegrass Festival on February 12 from noon to 5 p.m. 131 Wells Mills Road (Rte. 532). The show is hosted by Heidi Olsen. Albert Music Hall is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the music and legends of the NJ Pinelands. This year’s bluegrass festival will feature leading regional bluegrass bands, each play-

ing 45 minute sets, on the Albert Music Hall stage. This is Albert Hall’s 23rd year of presenting authentic bluegrass shows. Doors open at 11 a.m. The cost is $10 for adults, $1 for children ages 11 and younger. All proceeds will benefit the Pinelands Cultural Society and the Albert Music Hall Scholarship Fund. For information regarding the show, visit alberthall.org.

Valentine’s Dance

BARNEGAT – The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 232 is sponsoring a Valentine Dinner Dance on February 11 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. The cost is $30 per person for tickets. The cost includes a buffet, beer and

w i ne, a nd mu sic by G a r y Mot ow n Morton. Guests must be 21 and older to attend. All proceeds will benefit scholarships. For more information, call Fran at 609698-6876.

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As the incidence of “myopia” (nearsightedness) continues to climb worldwide, health experts are warning of its potential risks. Due to complications such as myopic macular degeneration, early cataract, retinal detachment, and/or glaucoma, nearsightedness is becoming the most common eye disorder to cause blindness in young adults. In particular, “high myopia,” the severe form of nearsightedness characterized by an eyeball that continues to grow in “axial length” (from the front to back), has been linked with vision loss. According to an analysis of data involving more than 15,000 study participants, those with high myopia had a 5.7 percent cumulative risk of visual impairment at age 60 and a 39 percent risk at age 75. Myopia should be diagnosed and treated. A comprehensive eye exam can confirm myopia. You can easily correct the condition with eyeglasses or contact lenses. Regular eye exams are an important tool in maintaining healthy eyes by detecting and preventing disease in both adults and children. To schedule an exam, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A. at 732-349-5622. We are dedicated to providing you with the best in patient care, focusing on Lasik, cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, dry eye syndrome, macular degeneration, pediatric ophthalmology, and total eye care.

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There are countless things that can contribute to poor hearing health, from aging to loud noise, but one you may not be aware of is gender. A recent study found that the odds of hearing loss are 5.5 times greater in men than in women. Hearing and Overall Health Age-related hearing loss affects more than 60 percent of U.S. adults older than 70 years of age, and it has been associated with increased risk of hospitalization, decreased quality of life, and increased risk of functional and cognitive decline. The onset of hearing loss is gradual, with prevalence tripling from the age of 50 years to 60 years. Individuals who cannot understand or hear what others are saying sometimes choose to avoid social situations entirely, rather than ask others to repeat themselves — especially in situations where background noise is significant. Cardiovascular Disease The association between cardiovascular health and hearing health has never been stronger. It’s all about blood circulation throughout the body. The Ear, Nose, and Throat Institute believes that the link between hearing loss and cardiovascular disease is due to the inner ear’s sensitivity to circulation. The disease causes hardening of the arteries, which affects your circulation and, in turn, your hearing. Circulatory problems have the ability to affect any number of bodily processes, particularly in the most delicate areas of the body — like the cochlea, the delicate inner-ear organ responsible for sending sound signals to the brain. Conditions that restrict blood supply to the cochlea can starve the inner ear of necessary oxygen and

permanently damage hearing. Quit Hurting Your Hearing: Smoking We know that genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors help determine a person’s risk of hearing loss — and that includes smoking. In a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, cigarette smoking was determined to be a factor in the development of hearing loss. Current smokers are 1.69 times as likely to have a hearing loss as nonsmokers, and nonsmokers who live with a smoker are more likely to have a hearing loss than those who are not exposed to second-hand smoke. Those who smoke a pack a day for 40 years are 1.27 times as likely to have a hearing loss as those who smoke a pack a day for 10 years. Signs of Hearing Loss If you answer yes to some of the following questions, or can answer yes to them for someone else, it is time to see Dr. Izzy. Do you often ask people to repeat themselves? Is it hard to hear in groups? Do you feel like others mumble all the time? Do you have difficulty hearing what’s behind you (like someone talking to you or a car approaching)? Do you turn up the volume on the TV or car radio to a level others feel is excessive? Do you have difficulty understanding the person on the other end of the phone? Do you find going to restaurants or parties to be exhausting and frustrating? Don’t procrastinate and consider having a complete hearing evaluation! Dr. Izzy and his Staff can be reached at 732-818-3610 or visit gardenstatehearing.com.

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OCHD Continues With Its Flu Vaccination Program

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department has posted its additional flu sites on its website at ochd.org. Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department public health coordinator said, “We are beginning to see more cases of flu locally and want our residents to know it is not too late to get their vaccination. It can take up to two weeks to develop enough antibodies to protect you from the flu so try to get your flu shot as soon as possible. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention surveillance, this year’s flu vaccine is protective against the majority of strains of flu that are in circulation this season. Also, since January, children over six months of age and children under 60 months, who are in a licensed day care facility,

will need to show proof that they have received the flu shot or will be excused from attending that facility.” “At the flu sites, we also offer the pneumonia vaccine. Medicare Part B covers the cost of a flu or pneumonia shot. For those without Medicare Part B or have a Medicare Managed Plan, the cost will be $20. A physician’s note or prescription is required for a pneumonia shot for those under the age of 65. The dates, times and sites of the clinics are: February 9, 1 to 3 p.m., Ocean County Health Department, 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin. February 13, 1 to 3 p.m., Ocean County Health Department, 175 Sunset Ave., Toms River.

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You Pay The Price If Your Doctor Misdiagnosis You By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. I bet you’ve been told some pretty awful stuff by your doctors over the years. It’s not all in your head, you’re not going crazy, you may really not have depression or bipolar. You don’t have to suffer with chronic fatigue and brain fog. I felt inspired to this today because one of my daughters shared a story with me. She works at a clinic in Connecticut. She encountered a patient, let’s call her Beth, who came in seeking the advice of the doctor there. Beth had hallmark symptoms of hypothyroidism such as weight gain, her hair was falling out easily, she had dry skin, fatigue, neuropathy and anxiety. Beth’s biggest concern was the anxiety which manifested as mild social phobia, a sense of despair (mainly about her declining health), and constant worry. The physician diagnosed her with hypothyroidism and gave her Levothyroxine immediately. He should have ordered a complete thyroid panel, that included levels of thyroid antibodies. He didn’t, he just handed her a prescription without getting a baseline. Beth’s symptoms sound like autoimmune thyroid disease, particularly Hashimoto’s, which has anxiety as a primary symptom. Again, no tests ordered. The scariest part is he prescribed a benzodiazepine drug, alprazolam 0.25 mg to be taken up to three times daily if needed. He gave her a two month supply. This drug will make her feel really good, she will no doubt want more and become physically dependent 3 weeks. A trial run of thyroid medication alone could have worked, because when you normalize thyroid hormone, anxiousness stops.

Personally, he should have precribed an NDT drug that combines T3 and T4, rather than just a pure T4 drug (Levo), or even better a short trial of a pure T3 medication like Compounded T3 or Cytomel. The reason is because Levo preferentially forms reverse T3, which is not biologically active. So now, Beth is on a track to Hell. She is not being tested for Hashimoto’s, therefore nothing will be done to reduce the attack on her thyroid gland which will die little by little. She was not offered the opportunity to improve feelings of anxiety using just thyroid medicine, and because she’s on a benzo now, she will be referred to a psychiatrist for a psyche evaluation, who will undoubtedly prescribe more psychoactive drugs that “depression” they sense when she begins crying over her awful state of affairs. Do you relate? Do you worry something has been overlooked in your treatment. I’ve covered this topic of thyroid and anxiety very extensively in my paperback book, Thyroid Healthy, available at Amazon and my website. But since some of you can’t buy it, I’m going to give you a free gift, an excerpt from this very book. This way you can learn and see if you have been misdiagnosed. Sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll send it to you. I’m fired up about this because it almost happened to me. If you don’t learn what I’m offering to teach you right now for free, you’ll be labeled with bipolar, Lyme, depression and more. Your physicians just want to fix you, and will quickly prescribe the appropriate drugs to address these problems. What if you’ve been misdiagnosed? If they’re wrong, the only person who pays the price is you.

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his mind may be unfair. I must say ahead of time that this is an advice column. I am neither a physician nor trained in marriage counseling. That being said, I don’t think that the trip here is the issue. If at this stage of the relationship you haven’t spoken in the amount of time, I think the honeymoon might have already ended. Time for you to call “Ed” and invite him to dinner. I would stand firm about postponing this marriage as your relationship is more complicated than the honeymoon destination. If you can’t work this detail out I honestly see trouble ahead in the long run. Settling this honeymoon destination problem out now will not change my view off this relationship. Please let me know how it works out. Joel 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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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Women’s Bowling Association Hall of Fame applications are now available for Superior Performance and Meritorious Service. To nominate someone, contact the Ocean County USBC Women’s Bowling Associ-

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Buying - Jewelry collections and jewelry boxes; costume/estate/antique. Rhinestones, pins, bracelets, all types (watches too). Cash Paid Today! Call “THE JEWELRY GAL.” Brick Area. 732-513-2139. (8) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)

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Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n)

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OCEAN COUNTY – Save Barnegat Bay’s mission is to restore and protect Barnegat Bay and its ecosystem. It advances its mission by being a strong and independent voice for the Bay throughout the watershed, including all of Ocean and part of Monmouth counties. The group does this through effective educational programs and targeted advocacy

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With House Raising, Owners Face “Unfair” Value Increase

By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – Having seen Superstorm Sandy damage and already facing the expensive tasks of raising their homes to required heights, homeowners would then be reassessed, in what officials said is an unfair situation that amounts to penalizing them for complying with standards. “Sandy is the gift that keeps on giving,” said Berkeley Township Mayor Carmen Amato, hoping the state will craft legislation to offer a tax abatement to those impacted. The space created underneath a home after a home is raised to new flood elevation heights is seen as a taxable property value and becomes part of a new tax assessment for the homeowner, Amato said. The homeowner faces additional value assessment if they’ve enclosed this area with a cement foundation, for example. “They will be taxed on this, but they didn’t ask for this,” Amato said. He and the Berkeley Council are hoping to see a lessened impact on these homeowners, similar to legislation enacted in New York, where this added property value wouldn’t take hold until five more years down the line. “At the same time Sandy hit us, Federal Emergency Management Agency came out with their new flood maps and then after going through the information we have several homeowners who are forced to raise their home because of the new flood maps. Essentially if they don’t raise their home, they can get stuck with outrageous flood insurance bills,” said Amato. “So here is FEMA making these homeowners raise their homes, so they have to pay, but what it’s doing is now that their home is being raised it’s creating additional taxable space.” The Berkeley mayor said he sought the advice of township department heads but also the taxpayers’ association to try and figure out what, if anything, could be done. “I had a long conversation with our tax attorney and with our assessor and with the Berkeley Township Taxpayer Association, and found that other states in order to address this do a short-term abatement, so that when these homes are raised because of new flood elevations that the current assessment on the home will stay and last for about five years,” Amato said. However, “right now in New Jersey there is no legislative mechanism to do this,” he added. He asked council to approve a resolution that is “essentially asking the legislature to come up with a tax abatement process for those affected homeowners by Sandy who were essentially forced to raise their home, and give them a little bit of tax abatement for

up to five years. So at least they can plan.” Berkeley resident Sam Cammarato said he is concerned that the flood elevation maps are still subject to change, adding to the unfairness of the situation: “We still don’t know what is going to happen with these flood maps. FEMA could come in and say ‘Well you elevated it, but guess what, it’s not enough.’ That is a possibility.” The issue is one faced by Sandy-impacted properties and those near water. “To those of us who are still living with it everyday, and those of use who are still trying to get back into their homes, It’s like it’s happened yesterday,” he said. “We had to contend with not just the storm, but insurance companies, FEMA, unscrupulous contractors…but after all that and contending with all that, we now have to contend with the tax assessor.” Cammarato said many who are raising their homes are doing so not because they want to but because they are essentially being forced to by ever-changing flood insurance mandates. “We were forced by law to raise our homes, creating tax-assessed space underneath our homes that we didn’t want in the first place,” he said. “And yet the tax assessor is going to say you are going to be assessed higher for that space.” In many cases these homeowners are not even living in their homes, as they are significantly damaged and awaiting elevation, he said. The issue is not one only faced by Berkeley residents, as residents across Sandy-impacted areas, and those coming into new FEMA flood map recommendations, find themselves candidates for home elevation projects. For example, in Toms River, officials have issued 1,156 permits and completed 781 for home elevation this year. There were also 250 residential elevators installed since the storm, officials said. In Brick, the number of home elevations was 1,129 elevation permits with 707 completed as of the fourth anniversary of the storm in October. Amato is hoping local legislators can craft and approve legislation to provide the abatement. For Berkeley, “we will not be losing any ratables because whatever the house value is today will continue to be the house value. It’s just that after five years – if the law is adopted – then after 5 years that additional space that the homeowner didn’t want would then be put on the books,” said Amato. “So we are just trying to help our Sandy-impacted homeowners and maritime homeowners.”

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of February 4 - February 11

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The real secret to having everything you want is realizing that you already do. As this week unfolds you might be fascinated by new people or interesting places. Don’t be tempted to stray too far from hearth and home. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Learn where you can make improvements. Social situations may give you an opportunity to reassess what you have done wrong in the past. You may be a font of knowledge about expert business practices in the week ahead. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You know what you are worth so only do things that are worthwhile. This week you may be challenged to discriminate between fact and fantasy when dealing with other people. Focus on what actually matters the most. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Consider what you do the best and then do your best with it. In the week to come you may develop a better appreciation of your skills by talking with other people. Make purchases with lasting functionality in mind. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The heart can’t be ruled by the head. You can’t measure satisfaction or creative genius with a slide rule or a pocket calculator. It might be better to rely on intuitions in the week ahead rather than on facts and figures. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will go further by cooperating than by competing. Good manners and a friendly smile will earn you appreciation and bolster support in the week ahead. Get a firm grip on the ups and downs of your finances.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Do it now. Avoid distractions in the week ahead. Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today or the result will be a pile of work on your desk. Interactions with someone enticing may distract you and waste your time. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Develop your own narrative. You may feel free to speak your mind in the week ahead and persuade someone to follow your lead. It may be easier than usual to obtain recognition for your skill set and talents. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): What you see isn’t always what you get. A project or plan could seem attractive on the surface, but there may be hidden flaws. Don’t get caught up in wishful thinking in the week ahead; get expert advice. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The ringing phone may bring invitations to participate in group activities. Accept invitations to mingle. You might hear a persuasive proposal in the week ahead. Avoid a tendency to spend your money too freely. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Money is like water and may slip through your fingers in the week to come. At the same time, you might be wise enough to build a dam so that you will have ample money for the future. Save money for rainy days. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Brainstorm past the blinders. You might be so busy pursuing your own agenda that you don’t acknowledge the facts about a situation or romantic relationship. This isn’t a good week to take a chance on a passing fling.

Student Of Irish Culture Scholarship

OCEAN COUNTY – The Belmar Lake Como St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee announced the 2017 Student Of Irish Culture Scholarship. A scholarship of $500 will be awarded to one boy and one girl currently enrolled or participating in a school or program for an Irish cultural activity. The scholarship is intended to help students with the expenses of schools, programs or instruction. It must be used to cover tuition at the school, instructor fees, towards the purchase of a musical instrument, or the cost of costumes or other items required for competition. Applicant criteria: age 10 to 18 years; resident of Monmouth, Ocean or Middlesex counties; currently enrolled or participating in a school, program or formal instruction for an Irish cultural activity. Examples include, but are not limited to: step-dancing, Irish language or learning a musical instrument associated with traditional Irish music. Instruction provided as a member of an organized group such as a pipes and drums band is acceptable; intention to continue his or her studies for at least two more years; and letter of recommendation from an instructor or equivalent verifying demonstrated proficiency and commitment to further learning. Funds will be sent directly to the school or instructor and not disbursed to award recipients or their parents. If recipients want to use the scholarship to purchase an instrument or an item required for com-

petition, funds will be sent directly to the store or supplier; or a receipt documenting purchase can be submitted for reimbursement (purchases prior to February 17, 2017 are ineligible). All scholarship funds must be used within 90 days of the award or may be forfeited. The awards will be presented at the Investiture Luncheon on March 4 at Doolan’s in Spring Lake. Recipients and at least one parent will be invited to attend the event and receive the award. Application requirements: complete electronic application; applicant essay of up to 100 words describing for the scholarship committee why he/she wishes to continue studying Irish culture and how this scholarship will help him/her to do so; and letter of recommendation from someone who can attest to the student’s participation, proficiency and demonstrated commitment to continue to learn. Examples may include the owner of or a teacher in a school of Irish culture or an instructor in the organization in which the student is participating. This must be submitted directly to the scholarship committee from the person writing it via email to scholarship@belmarparade.com. Applications and materials (essay and letter of recommendation) must be received by February 17. All applicants will be notified of the status of their application by February 20. Questions should be directed to the parade chairman at chip@belmarparade.com.

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It’s The Perfect Time To Practice Making A Valentine’s Day Treat By Wolfgang Puck

As you may know, almost every day of the year seems to have some special food “holiday” associated with it. Some are obvious, like July Fourth being National Barbecue Day or Christmas Eve’s National Eggnog Day. But I’ve been scratching my head trying to figure out why January 27 should be officially recognized as National Chocolate Cake Day. I haven’t been able to find a logical reason. Maybe people just need something pleasurable like a delicious chocolate creation to cheer them up in the middle of winter. Or maybe, if you love that flavor as much as I do, any day at all is as good as the others for something rich and chocolaty. Come to think of it, though, there could be a very practical reason why this particular late-January date deserves such a distinction: It gives you just over two weeks to plan and perfect what you’ll be cooking for the one you love on Valentine’s Day. After all, many people want to make something special for the annual holiday celebrating love; and chocolate, for obvious reasons, is the go-to special ingredient. When the recipe has the ability to excite oohs and ahs like a magic trick, it makes sense that you, the cook, might want to practice it. Not that my recipe for molten chocolate lava cakes needs much, if any, practice. In fact, you’ll be surprised by how easy it is to achieve the delightful results: tender individual rounds of rich chocolate cake that, when cut, release luscious flows of warm chocolate fudge. One key is making sure your oven bakes accurately at the temperature to which you set it. You can achieve this simply by calibrating your oven. Hang an inexpensive oven thermometer from a rack set at the center level, and set the oven to the required baking temperature of 350 F (175 C). Then, once the oven has heated, note any difference between the setting and the thermometer reading, using that difference to adjust your oven setting accordingly. The other important factor is to use a good-quality chocolate containing 65 to 70 percent cocoa solids, a number that you’ll find noted on the labeling of upscale products. This will provide the intense chocolate flavor, balanced by the creaminess of its cocoa butter content. Add the few other simple ingredients, mix them as instructed and bake them with a close eye on the timer and on how the cakes look, and you should achieve the desired molten centers. Even if you overcook them a bit, you’ll still have

delicious, warm chocolate cakes. But, of course, practice does make perfect. And National Chocolate Cake Day gives you an ideal excuse to start getting ready for Valentine’s Day! MOLTEN CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKES Serves 8 Butter-flavored nonstick cooking spray 5 ounces (140 g) bittersweet chocolate, 65 to 70 percent cocoa solids, cut or broken into chunks 8 ounces (250 g) unsalted butter 3 large cage-free eggs 3 large cage-free egg yolks 1/4 cup (60 mL) granulated sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, sifted To serve: Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting 1 pint (500 mL) vanilla ice cream, or freshly whipped cream 1 cup (250 mL) fresh berries Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 F (175 C). Spray the bottoms of eight 4-ounce (125-mL) ramekins or other round baking containers with the nonstick cooking spray and place a circle of parchment paper in the bottom of each. Arrange on a baking tray. Set aside. Put the chocolate and butter in a medium heatproof bowl. Set over a saucepan of gently simmering water, taking care that the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Stir occasionally until completely melted and blended. In the bowl of a stand mixer, using the wire whisk attachment at medium speed, beat together the eggs, egg yolks and sugar for 3 minutes. Whisk the flour into the warm chocolate-butter mixture. Then, beating at low speed, add the chocolate mixture to the egg mixture. Pour the batter into the ramekins. Bake for 8 to 9 minutes, rotating the baking tray 180 degrees halfway through if your oven doesn’t cook evenly, until the sides look firm but the centers still seem very soft. Remove from the oven and set aside for 5 to 10 minutes. To serve, use a heatproof pad or towel to grip a ramekin firmly and invert onto a serving plate; lift up to unmold. (If it won’t unmold, run the blade of a thin knife between the side of the ramekin and the cake to loosen the edge.) Peel off and discard the paper. Serve immediately, garnished with ice cream or whipped cream and fresh berries.

(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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