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EXIT 83 PLANS WOULD CHANGE TRA FFIC ON ROUTE 571
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A plan to cancel left turns f rom Route 9 onto I ndian Head Road / Route 571, and to have a southbound exit at Garden State Parkway interchange 83, moved forward at the February 15 meeting of the county Freeholders, when they i nt roduced an ordinance that would authorize the design of some roads there. Designing the project –Photo courtesy of Toms River Township is expected to cost $1 Toms River Police Department members skatmillion, which would ed in a charity hockey game against Camden be bonded. County enCounty Police to raise money for an injured gineer John Ernst said officer. The game was held February 18 at this ordinance would Winding River. complete the local conBy Catherine Galioto from police and local cept development, then TOMS RIVER – The officials, the hockey it would go out to bid. stands and upper deck game, activities for The southbound exit were packed at Wind- the children and more, would be near the Toms ing River Ice Rink as such as an after-party River toll plaza. People onlookers and support- event at Charlies for a exiting would come to ers turned up to watch $5 donation featuring a new traffic light to be some “bad hockey.” live bands. built on Route 571 just Officers from Toms The game showed the west of the Parkway, River Police faced off power of people com- he said. against Camden Coun- ing together, and how ty Police, with Toms important that sense of River winning 8-5, in- community is in Toms cluding earning the first River, officials said. point within 10 seconds By Chris Lundy “This was a tremenof the game start. HOWELL – It’s quidous effort with CamBut it was for a good den and Toms River et, walking into the cause, as $21,000 was com i ng together to h o m e l e s s c a m p i n raised to help the fam- suppor t our injured Howell. Most of them ily of an injured police officer,” said Mayor are at work. officer, Brett Hansen, Tom Kelaher, reportThat’s the contradicwho was critically in- ing on the event’s suc- tion that Minister Steve jured in an off-duty cess in his comments Brigham, who looks car accident January 4, at t he Febr u a r y 21 after the camp, wants and whose family has council meeting. “Ku- to be known. Not evfaced medical bills of dos to the chief and all eryone who is homeless their own. has substance abuse or the organizers.” The event featured Camden County Police other issues. Poverty color guard, bagpip- suggested the event, as comes from not having ers, special speeches (Hockey - See Page 4) enough to afford rent
–Photos by Catherine Galioto The left turn in place from Route 9 onto Route 571 would be prohibited in a county design that would shift traffic onto Lomell Lane, as part of changes for a new southbound exit 83 for the Garden State Parkway. The new exit would mean another light on Route 571, just west of the parkway overpass, above. This would provide a new path for commuters coming home from northern towns. They would no longer have to get off at Exit 82, and take the jughandle
to get back on just so they can get off at Exit 83 northbound. The Parkway improvement is just one part of the design. The other involves redirecting
Route 9 traffic onto Lomell Lane. Lomell is the access road that joins the existing parkway interchange to Routes 9 and 571. (Exit - See Page 4)
A Look Inside Local Homeless Camp or a mortgage in a very expensive world, he said. Even working for $12 an hour, there are no inexpensive homes in the area. Poor people have, in essence, been zoned out. Joe is a contractor, who does maintenance on a per diem basis. He gets picked up in the morning at the camp. Nancy and Jack ride their bikes into Lakewood and clean
schools. Kevin cuts down trees, when his injured back allows it. Carlos stocks shelves. Igor is older and isn’t currently employed. Cindy, who up until recently worked in the Lakewood industrial park, is looking for work. Her tent defies the stereotype of homeless. From the outside, there are decorations in front of the layers of tarp. To enter, you
have to step up onto the plywood base, which keeps it off the cold, wet ground. The first thing you see inside the tent is a scanner and printer. This is where she does work for the camp and searches for jobs. The inside is shaped like a plus sign. There are a table and chairs in the middle. A kitchen area with a hot plate is to the (Camp - See Page 5)
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Exit: Continued From Page 1 Some roads have several names. For the sake of clarity, Route 9 will also refer to Lakewood Road and Route 166. Route 571 will also refer to the east-west road that has several names, including Indian Head Road, Bey Lea Road, Bay Avenue or Ridgeway Road. After this redesign, the traffic pattern at Route 571 and 9 would change. Any drivers heading north on Route 9 would not be allowed to make a left turn onto Route 571. Instead, they would need to make a right at the light at Lomell Lane, cross through the other Parkway support roads, and reach the traffic light on Route 571 by Toms River Intermediate North. In this change, drivers going left on Route 571 from Route 9 would hit four traffic lights: one on each end of Lomell, the new one where the Parkway exit 83 would land, and then Route 9 and Route 571. The traffic signals would be timed so that people coming this way would not get stopped at every light, Ernst said. Drivers could still make a right from Route 9 onto Route 571, although most of the traffic is expected to go onto Lomell
Hockey: Continued From Page 1 Hansen once worked with that department before coming to Toms River. Organizers from the Toms River Police, its PBA, and Winding River helped plan the event, which packed the municipal ice rink. The event drew supporters from Toms River, where Hansen served, and Brick, where he lives, but also from far and wide. “There were officers there from all over, Seaside Heights, Manchester, Atlantic City, all over,” said Councilman Jeffrey Carr. The next fundraiser for Team Hansen is in
as well. The plan would need to seek approval by the state Department of Transportation, which generally frowns upon any new traffic signals within one mile of another unless absolutely necessary. In addition to efficiency, safety was taken into consideration, he said. People making the left onto 571 were crossing heavy traffic heading south on 9, which made for a dangerous intersection. Additionally, the traffic back-up for everyone heading west on 571 made people frustrated. Frustrated drivers are not safe drivers, and people were “making some judgements to get through the light” that were not entirely safe. Therefore, all of the signals being connected will eliminate that frustration. As in other Parkway improvement projects, the county is initiating it, Ernst said. Then, the county will apply for state or federal funds to make up the cost of designing and building. When the county begins it, the project moves quicker than if the state had to. “We are looking to improve all of the interchanges throughout Ocean County,” he said. Previous projects have been interchange 63 in Stafford, 67 in Barnegat, 69 in Waretown, and 74 in Lacey.
cooperation with TD Bank. TD Bank, at seven area branches, will be accepting donations to assist Hansen. Desiree Martins, the manager of the Point Pleasant branch, said the donation event, part of TD Bank’s “Bring Change” program, will run from February 27 through March 3. Participating branches include: In Toms River, 1101 Hooper Ave., 849 Fischer Blvd., 2338 Lakewood Road, and 10 Mule Road. Also: 4000 Route 37 East in Seaside Heights, 2292 Hooper Ave. in Brick and 3301 Bridge Ave. in Point Pleasant. For more information on that fundraiser, visit tdbringchange.com/state/new-jersey/5814.
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Camp: Continued From Page 1 right. The bed is straight ahead. Storage is to the left. All the decor is color coordinated black and white. The location of the camp is a bit of a secret, since Brigham does not want to upset the township governing body or residents. It’s off of Route 9 in Howell. There’s a dirt road that curves around some heavy trees to a parking lot. The few homeless who have vehicles have them parked out there. Garbage and recycling is separated and then dropped off on New Hampshire Avenue. There are a lot more decorations here than there were at Tent City. Painted wooden decorations are hung on trees, and several of the residents have a decoration with their name on it out front of their tents. All of the tents congregate in a central area near the entrance. A few tents are for storage. There is a small garden, and they’ve had some luck with that. They have tried to drill a well, but can’t manage to get the water pressure for it to be really useful. One area consists of generators and batteries that power people’s electronic devices. A small trail winds deeper into the woods and leads to a prayer garden. This is a rather striking natural phenomenon, a circle with a lone tree in the middle. Stone monuments, donated from a local source, dot the area. Prayers are written and hung up on the tree. There’s a small, still pond behind the prayer garden that might be a retention basin. It’s a small community. Someone from the outside brings a meal every Sunday, and everyone eats together, family style. Most of the residents are older than 55. After 9 o’clock, it gets quiet. Brigham was a contractor for years before his current situation. He found some people who needed camping equipment and propane. This situation eventually grew into Tent City in Lakewood. Eventually, he gave up his old life to live among them. What Happened To Tent City’s Residents? At different times, between 60 and 120 residents were known to live in a sprawling homeless camp in Lakewood off Cedar Bridge Avenue. Tent City had a combative relationship with Lakewood authorities. While many residents came by and gave supplies, the township did not want them squatting on its land. There had been reports of drug and alcohol use, and there were a few small fires. Some people had to be kicked out because they caused too much trouble. Those fires Brigham suspected might have started from people trying to scare the homeless out of the woods. The township performed a few actions to curtail Tent City and its residents. They blocked the road going in so people would have trouble bringing supplies. They took Brigham’s bus, which had been converted to have a shower and other amenities, and scrapped it. They passed a law making it illegal to sleep outside. Ocean County does not have a homeless shelter. Ultimately, the county was sued to provide one, but nothing came of that suit. Tent City closed on July 3, 2014. Lakewood was required to find housing for every resident living there for one year.
The Toms River Times, February 25, 2017, Page 5 “Everyone was homeless again by July 3, 2015,” Brigham said. “There was no job training, no job placement, no supportive services at all.” In part, the success of Tent City became its undoing. As word of it spread, more homeless came, and it became difficult for Lakewood’s governing body to ignore. “It’s hard to manage that big of a camp,” he said of Tent City. “About 60 got housing for a year. That year has been over with,” Brigham said. Many went back to being homeless, although they no longer had their camping supplies. The donor network had also dissipated, not knowing where to find them. Some drifted off to other states. Without any way of keeping in touch, Brigham does not know where some of them went or what their welfare is like now. There are a few small areas in Howell, Brick and Toms River that are home to a few of them. The seven who live in the Howell camp now are all Tent City transplants. “There are still a lot hidden away in Lakewood,” he said. Not Another Tent City This Howell location was discovered by one of the homeless who knows his way around a computer, Brigham said. He was able to locate it, and then others scouted it out. Some things have carried over from Tent City, such as the chapel. This is a group of seats under a tent, with a lectern at the front. Heating for the camp has switched back to propane, since wood stoves were found to be too unpredictable. Lessons that were learned at Tent City also made it here. There are several fi re extinguishers mounted on trees throughout the camp. One thing that is different is the relationship with local authorities. “Howell has been very friendly. Police will check in on us. ‘How are you doing? Have a nice day,’“ he said. This camp is being kept intentionally small, Brigham said. Other homeless people have come to the camp and he finds different locations for them. “Howell’s asked if the camp is going to get bigger,” he said, noting that it will not. “They’ve been really nice to us so I’m going to respect that.” Donations For More Than Just Homeless Despite being hidden, individuals and civic groups still know where to go to bring donations, Brigham said. However, being only a handful of people, not all of the donations stay there. If the homeless there can’t make use of something, they find someone who can. In this case, they are either taken to other homeless or re-donated to other local poor, given out in Lakewood’s town square. In these cases, the homeless are actually donating to poor people living in houses. There are a few people, for example, who make their living shoveling snow. This winter has not been good for them, Brigham said. Someone he knows works at a librar y who connects him with people who need help. There are a lot of people in need, and it’s become a mission to spread the help as widely as possible. (Camp - See Page 24)
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F EATURED L ETTER What Does The Flag Mean To Me? Our flag means very much to me. Why? I think back to 1776 and the beginning of the country. We have the Constitution, and as a very symbol of our new country, we had a flag. The way the story goes, it was Betsy Ross who made our first flag. We then went into battle with England’s to get our freedom. We were ready to stand on our own two feet and break the chains of tyranny. It was not easy and much blood was shed to gain our freedom. From that time on to the present day, we had to go into battle to preserve our country. Each time the flag was in the forefront of our armies. Since the beginning of our country, time and again we have had to do battle to save the union, and each time the flag was there to inspire our armies. So you see, the flag is so much more than a piece of cloth with stars and stripes. Old Glory is at the very foundation of our country. We have reached the present day and some of our young see no reason for the flag. They don’t wish to fly the flag and some even have had the nerve to burn the flag. My question is, why? Why is it that these people show such
disrespect for our flag? Are these the people who helped build our country? Are these the people who are willing to fight for our country and its symbol? No. Most of these people are young and don’t really care about our country. They say they are unhappy with the country and the flag. They don’t give one thought to those who died to preserve our great country. These people are what I call takers. They only wish to take and give nothing back. These are the people who would rather leave the country then fight for it. I realize that at present they are within the law, so I say let’s change the law to protect the flag. These people who are protesting the flag will go on their way and find something else to protest. Maybe when they grow up, they will learn to treasure the flag. It’s rather sad that there are some of our young who don’t realize how lucky they are to be an American and to have our flag and what it stands for. God Bless America and the flag! A symbol of freedom and liberty! Herb Greenberg Jr. Brick
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South Jersey Needs Energy I am responding to Chris Lundy’s article in your February 11 edition concerning the South Jersey Natural Gas Pipeline. For the record, another natural gas utility, New Jersey Natural Gas, is proposing a second pipeline, a much larger 30” line, to run from Chesterfield Township near Bordentown where Colonial Pipeline has a connection for regional gas distributors to tie to their enormous pipelines that bring a variety of energy fuels from the Gulf Coast to the Northeast. This connector line would then r un to Manchester Township near Toms River where NJNG has its own large tie-in facility for its distribution system. Protests for both pipelines seem to follow along the same line of reasoning so I wish to review the facts. The most important fact is that neither of these pipelines will cause disruption and/or damage to the New Jersey Pinelands. Over 95 percent of the routes for each of these pipelines will run within existing highway right-of-ways. Readers should also understand that semi-maintained rights-of-way actually provide a large amount of value in the form of the vegetation that grows along the edges of these spaces benefiting animals and birds that live in the area. Ocean County for many decades was the fastest growing county in the United
Letters To The Editor States. Hurricane Sandy but Jersey have been growing Senate to deny Sessions a juthe brakes on that growth but the recovery of South Jersey from that storm has actually increased the needs for energy of all types. One lady interviewed in the article, who lives in Barnegat Light, claims “we don’t need the energy.” Ma’am, nothing could be further from the truth. Ocean, Atlantic and Cape May counties have special needs. First, the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station is slated to close in 2019. Exactly how will southeastern New Jersey replace that electricity generated by that plant? Then we need to discuss the Beesleys Point Plant that is on the Bay behind Ocean City and currently generates electricity uses, breathe deeply, coal. Frankly, I’d love to get the Beesleys Point Plant switched over from coal to clean natural gas. That is the main purpose of the natural gas line that South Jersey Gas wants to run from near Millville to a location near the Beesleys Point Plan. But the energy needs in South Jersey are greater than providing gas to Beesleys Point. There is a large amount of development going on in this area with much of it involved in repair, rebuilding and remediation of damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. Commercial, light industrial and residential development is booming all of which creates new customers who all need energy of various sources. The energy needs of South
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by leaps and bounds for decades regardless of what the lady in Barnegat Light believes. The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities was so concerned about the brownouts and blackouts on Long Beach Island and surrounding areas several decades ago that the Board ordered Atlantic Electric to rebuild and increase the transmission capacity of electricity into the Southern Ocean area and that includes Barnegat Light. Progress always has costs but I think that burying two pipelines under roadways ends up costing us nothing in long term damage to the environment. But progress does not take place without available energy sources. I think South Jersey Gas should consider installing a larger diameter pipeline while they have the trench open to handle the needs of the future for a longer period of time. J. Lindsay Fuller Beach Haven
She Persisted I want to call your attention to the way our sister, Senator Elizabeth Warren, was silenced in the US Senate. This is why we need to elect more women who will speak the truth, no matter what Donald Trump, Mitch McConnell, the GOP, and every other male-dominated part of the political system tries to do. As the only woman among ten candidates running for the Democratic nomination for governor – a field that includes a Wall Street billionaire and one legislator who voted five times to outlaw or restrict access to abortion – I promise to persist no matter what. Republican Majority Leader Mitch McConnell had Senator Elizabeth Warren removed from the Senate because she read a letter from civil rights icon Coretta Scott King about Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions during debate over his nomination for attorney general. In the 1986 letter urging the
dicial appointment, the widow of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. described his history of racist words & deeds, so Senate Republicans used an obscure rule that forbids derogatory remarks about a member. Like you, I heard a rallying cry when McConnell said: She was warned. She was given an explanation. Nevertheless, she persisted. You bet, she persisted. And now we must persist by taking action, running for office, volunteering and giving money to support the election of women. When policies targeting people are based on religion or ethnicity, “alternative facts” are more common than the truth and basic freedoms are at risk, women cannot remain silent. When our political revolution is over, a victory will be won because we persisted. Only one of every four elected officials are women, so we must be fighting nonstop for the things we care about, and I need your help. As governor, I plan to make major changes in the way New Jersey’s dysfunctional government operates. Imagine how much better things would be if more women had power like Senator Elizabeth Warren! The GOP would love nothing more than to see us sit down and shut up. The old boy’s club that runs New Jersey may seem more advanced than Trump and his pals, but do not for a minute think they consider us their equals. Women must elect more of us! Lisa McCormick Candidate for Governor
Thank You Mayor Gotto I would like to thank Mayor Gotto for his many years of being mayor. He has kept me and my family safe from people trying to break into our home. Mayor Gotto has kept us safe from car crashes and has kept our parks clean for kids to play at. I think our new mayor will be the same as Mayor Gotto and keep us safe too. Andrew McLeod Howell
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Holzapfel: Ill-Conceived Sanctuary Cities Bill Could Devastate NJ Budget
Senator Jim Holzapfel 10th Legislative District, Serving Toms River
Senator Ji m Hol zap fel (R-10) announced his opposition to legislation, S-3007 /A- 4590, which would require the State
to reimburse local governments for the loss of federal funds that result f rom t hei r st at u s a s a “sanctuary” jurisdiction.
“The legislation has the potential to devastate our state budget by shifting a $15 billion burden onto New Jersey taxpayers,” stated Holzapfel. “While this ill-conceived legislation is designed to make a political statement, it lacks a f inancial statement that addresses the tremendous tax increases it would require.” According to the FY 2017
state budget, NJ municipalities are expected to receive $15.7 billion in federal funding this year. The legislation would allow municipalities or counties who have been denied federal funds to apply to the state Comm i s sio n e r of C o m mu nity Affairs for a “dollar-for-dollar” match to compensate for the withheld federal money.
“W hy should taxpayers across the state pay for the decisions of local governments that declare themselves a sanctuar y f rom i m m ig r at ion law enforcement?” asked Holzapfel. “This bill could potentially have ten times the financial impact of the gas tax increase that generated a statewide public outcry, yet we haven’t had a single public hearing.”
“I don’t understand why we’re voting on bills like this when the NJ Senate hasn’t addressed the real problems in our state,” a d d e d Hol z a pfel. “ We need to take action to cut proper t y taxes and address education concerns, a nd not waste t i me on careless bills designed to make political statements at the expense of taxpayers.”
$1.1 Million In Energy Incentives Coming To Ocean County
Freeholder Forum by Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari OCEA N COU NT Y – Ocean County officials announced the County will receive $1.1 million in incentives from the state Board of Public Utilities for the installation of an energy efficient heating and cooling system at the Ocean County Justice Complex on Hooper Avenue, Toms River. “We are very happy to receive these incentives from the BPU,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to the county’s Department of Buildings and Grounds. “This is an important step in the work Ocean County has been doing to create more energy efficient facilities.” The BPU noted the County submitted an application under the New Jerseys’ Clean Energy Program’s Combined Heat and Power & Fuel Cell Program requesting $1.1 million in incentives for the installation of a new Combined Heat and Power system at the Ocean County Justice Complex in downtown Toms River.
The Justice Complex is a multi-use facility housing courtrooms, some of the divisions of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, jail facilities and other government functions. The new 600 kW CHP system generates electricity to power the facility, while capturing and using the waste heat for space heating, cooling, and water heating. According to Vicari and the BPU, the energy efficiency measures will provide both energy and cost savings. “The estimated annual energy cost savings is expected to be $383,000,” Vicari said. “That is substantial savings for the county taxpayers.” Ocean County has closely been working with the BPU on energy upgrades at County facilities. In November, the County was notified by the state Board of Public Utilities that it accepted and approved the county’s plan for energy upgrades. “With that approval we
began to move forward with the upgrades,” Vicari said. Ocean County completed the energy audit in May submitting the information to the BPU for approval. “This audit is very important to us as we look at ways to reduce costs and improve our energy efficiency,” Vicari said. “The audit comes with a number of beneficial suggestions that we will be considering for implementation.” Under the program, Vicari said, costs for the improvements would be offset by incentives from the state. And, he said, the money saved on energy could be reallocated to pay for additional energy upgrades. The audit’s recommendations could reap a self-funding potential of $19.3 million which is more than $1.3 million more than the amount appropriated for the upgrades. “The energy audit was the result of an exhaustive examination of six facilities that receive a lot of traffic both from the public and with our employees,” Vicari said. “That is why they were chosen for this initial review.” In addition to the Justice Complex the other facilities included the Ocean County Courthouse, the Ocean Count y Administ ration Building, the Ocean Coun-
ty Jail, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and the parking garage all in downtown Toms River. “These facilities total 1,022,775 square feet,” Vicari said. “They produce an annual energy bill of $2.3 million.” Ocean County is looking at other improvements including upgrades to the lighting systems, automated controls for lighting, upgrades to existing heating and air conditioning systems and some building
improvements. The BPU’s Clean Energy Program promotes increased energy efficiency and the use of clean, renewable sources of energy. The County began the process in late 2014 to participate in the Local Government Energy Audit to identify cost-justified efficiency measures. This audit results provided the Board of Freeholders with various energy alternatives that can be implemented. Over the course of several
months, representatives from DCO Energy, Lawrenceville, visited each county location noted in the audit and did a complete review of the buildings. “They looked at electric and natural gas usage, building architectural and engineering drawings, lighting systems, heating and air conditioning equipment and controls, roofs, windows, doorways, occupancy schedules and maintenance practices,” Vicari said.
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Adler Aphasia Center Receives Highest Rating From Charity Navigator
TOMS RIVER – Charity Navigator recently announced that Adler Aphasia Center of Maywood and West Orange, NJ has earned their fourth consecutive 4-star rating. This is Charity Navigator’s highest possible rating and indicates that this organization adheres to sector best practices and executes its mission in a financially efficient way. Attaining a 4-star rating verifies that Adler Aphasia Center exceeds industry standards and outperforms most charities in its area of work. Only 10 percent of the charities they evaluate have received at least 4 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that Adler Aphasia Center outperforms most other charities in America. This exceptional designation from Charity Navigator sets Adler Aphasia Center apart from its peers and demonstrates to the public its trustworthiness. “We are pleased to again receive this outstanding rating from Charity Navigator for the fourth year in a row. Our 4-Star rating proves our efficiency and leadership in the nonprofit community,” said Karen Tucker, Executive Director of Adler Aphasia Center. “We always aim to be a fiscally responsible organization while increasing the capacity and
outreach of our programs to assist stroke and brain injury survivors with aphasia and their caregivers.” Adler Aphasia Center, a nonprofit organization based in Maywood and West Orange, is an innovative post-rehabilitative therapeutic program that addresses the long-term needs of people with aphasia and their families. Aphasia is a language disorder caused by stroke or other brain injury and can impair the expression and understanding of spoken language, reading and writing. This frustrating condition affects a person’s ability to communicate, but does not affect his or her intellect. With almost 2,000,000 people diagnosed with aphasia in the U.S., the Center is the only center of its kind in NJ, an area with an estimated 70,000 people living with aphasia. Considered the world leader in long-term, post-rehab community-based care for people with aphasia, this communication disorder affects 40 percent of all stroke and brain trauma survivors. For more information about the Center ’s Aphasia Communication Groups in Bridgewater, Hammonton, Maywood, Monroe, Morristown, Scotch Plains, and Toms River, visit their website at Adler AphasiaCenter.org or call 201-368-8585.
Esposito Signs With Felician
BEACHWOOD – High-school senior Emileigh Esposito from Beachwood, who attends Toms River South, has signed national letters of intent to continue her women’s lacrosse career at Felician University, Felician head coach Natalie Bermudez announced. She signed with two other girls in attendance. “These young women are what NCAA Division II student-athletes should represent,” Bermudez said. “They have goals and ambitions professionally, and are tremendous young women who will without a doubt have an impact on our program. We look forward to them joining our lacrosse family, and we wish them the best of luck in their final high
school season.” Esposito, 5-feet, is a midfielder and defender for Toms River South, where she also played soccer. She helped the Indians to a 2016 Shore Conference A-South championship. She is undecided on a major course of study. “Emileigh is a fierce defender, and we expect her role to expand into the midfield,” Bermudez said. “She has explosive speed and endurance that will make her hard to stop. She is dedicated and motivated to perfecting her game.” Felician is a member of the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference.
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–Photo courtesy Stop & Shop The Stop & Shop personnel taking part included (left to right): District Director Carlos Ramos, Barbara Rebele the Assistant Store Manager of the Stop & Shop in East Brunswick, Alan Sunday the Store Manager in Howell, Tom McCormack the Store Manager in Toms River on Route 37 East, Scott Jordan the Store Manager in Middletown, Steve Yoskowitz the Store Manager in Monroe Township, Scott Seidel the Store Manager in Toms River on Lakewood Road, Maryellen Flynn the Associate Store Manager in Whiting, and Kerri Delaney the Store Manager in Dayton. TOMS RIVER – As part of Stop & Shop’s better neighbor initiative, Stop & Shop associates and store managers, led by District Director Carlos Ramos, helped residents of the Spring Oak Assisted Living in Toms River celebrate Valentine’s Day. The Stop & Shop team helped the residents decorate and paint hearts, and distributed cupcakes, cookies and hand dipped chocolate covered strawberries. They also danced with the residents and engaged them in games and trivia contests. They distributed prizes which included Stop & Shop gift cards, chocolate covered hearts and a four foot tall bear. The Stop & Shop personnel taking part included District Director Carlos Ramos,
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Tricky Tray, Gift Auction
BRICK – The American Association of University Women, Northern Ocean County Branch is holding its bi-annual Tricky Tray Gift Auction on March 4, at the VFW Post 8867, 373 Adamston Road, from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door and include refreshments and 1 sheet of tickets.
A AU W is a national organization whose mission is to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. The proceeds of the auction will benefit the AAUW Educational Opportunities Fu nd a nd t hei r local schola r sh ips, community service projects and essay awards.
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Red Cross Assisting Family Following Home Fire In Toms River
TOMS RIVER – The American Red Cross is assisting one person displaced by a fire at their home on Fiddlers Run in Toms River. The Red Cross Disaster Action Team (DAT) responded to provide comfort and emergency assistance for temporary lodging, food and clothing, as well as comfort kits containing personal care items, to one person in need. Disaster Mental Health services have also been made available. “Our hearts are with those affected as they cope with this tremendous loss,” said Ana Montero, regional CEO, American Red Cross New Jersey Region. “Our compassionate volunteers provided assistance to the family and will remain available for support and counseling needs.” Red Cross volunteers and services remain available to the family for support, counseling and referrals to local agencies that may provide long-term assistance during their recovery. All emergency assistance is free to those affected by disasters and is made possible through the donation of time by dedicated Red Cross volunteers and the generosity of the American public.
Toms River South To Present 1776
TOMS RIVER – The Toms River South Theatre Guild will present 1776 on March 2, 3 and 4 in the High School South Cafetorium. The curtain goes up on each evening performance at 7 p.m. Admission is $7. 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see men like Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams come to life as these funny, frightened, and passionate men are determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation as they fight for independence from Great Britain. 1776 is a funny, insightful and compelling drama with a striking score and legendary book, said to be one of the finest in Broadway history. It tells a most important story of our history, during a time that perhaps could not be a more meaningful one for relating it.
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$1.1 Million In Energy Incentives Coming To Ocean County
OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County officials announced the County will receive $1.1 million in incentives from the state Board of Public Utilities for the installation of an energy efficient heating and cooling system at the Ocean County Justice Complex on Hooper Avenue, Toms River. “We are very happy to receive these incentives from the BPU,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to the county’s Department of Buildings and Grounds. “This is an important step in the work Ocean County has been doing to create more energy efficient facilities.” The BPU noted the County submitted an application under the New Jerseys’ Clean Energy Program’s Combined Heat and Power & Fuel Cell Program requesting $1.1 million in incentives for the installation of a new Combined Heat and Power system at the Ocean County Justice Complex in downtown Toms River. The Justice Complex is a multi-use facility housing courtrooms, some of the divisions of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, jail facilities and other government functions. The new 600 kW CHP system generates electricity to power the facility, while capturing and using the waste heat for space heating, cooling, and water heating. According to Vicari and the BPU, the energy efficiency measures will provide both energy and cost savings. “The estimated annual energy cost savings is expected to be $383,000,” Vicari said. “That is substantial savings for the county taxpayers.” Ocean County has closely been working with the BPU on energy upgrades at County facilities. In November, the County was notified by the state Board of Public Utilities that it accepted and approved the county’s plan for energy upgrades. “With that approval we began to move forward with the upgrades,” Vicari said. Ocean County completed the energy audit in May submitting the information to the BPU for approval. “This audit is very important to us as we look at ways to reduce costs and improve our energy efficiency,” Vicari said. “The audit comes with a number of beneficial suggestions that we will be considering for implementation.” Under the program, Vicari said, costs for the improvements would be offset by incentives from the state. And, he said, the money saved on energy could be reallocated to pay for additional energy upgrades. The audit’s recommendations could reap a self-funding potential of $19.3 million which is more than $1.3 million more than the amount appropriated for the upgrades. “The energy audit was the result of an exhaustive examination of six facilities that receive a lot of traffic both from the public and with our employees,” Vicari said. “That is why they were chosen for this initial review.” In addition to the Justice Complex the other facilities included the Ocean County Courthouse, the Ocean County Administration Building, the Ocean County Jail, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and the parking garage all in downtown Toms River. “These facilities total 1,022,775 square feet,”
Vicari said. “They produce an annual energy bill of $2.3 million.” Ocean County is looking at other improvements including upgrades to the lighting systems, automated controls for lighting, upgrades to existing heating and air conditioning systems and some building improvements. The BPU’s Clean Energy Program promotes
increased energy efficiency and the use of clean, renewable sources of energy. The County began the process in late 2014 to participate in the Local Government Energy Audit to identify cost-justified efficiency measures. This audit results provided the Board of Freeholders with various energy alternatives that can be implemented. Over the course of several months, repre-
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Spinning, tilting, nausea, headaches, and hearing loss are common complaints that physicians are likely to hear from just under half of their patients — all common perception-related symptoms of vertigo. According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 40 percent of the United States population reports experiencing vertigo at least once in their lifetime. The prevalence increases in females and with age, but it can occur in people of all ages, including children. While vertigo itself is benign, its symptoms and underlying causes pose a threat to the well-being of those affected. In mild cases, it can lead to fatigue, struggle with work, and depression. In severe cases, it can result in difficulties walking, standing, and can lead to sudden falls and injury — which means identifying and treating the cause early is important. Most often vertigo occurs as a result of a disturbance in equilibrium due to a disorder in the vestibular system, an area in the inner ear responsible for keeping objects in focus as the body moves. Peripheral vestibular disorders that may cause vertigo include benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), Ménière’s disease, vestibular neuritis, and ototoxicity. Each of these disorders has their own unique causes, effects, and treatments. BPPV is at the root of approximately 50 percent of the complaints of vertigo in older people. It occurs when tiny particles called otoconia or canaliths, composed of calcium and protein, fall into the inner-ear canals. Head movements cause the canaliths to shift the inner ear’s nerve hairs, which in turn sends signals to the brain initiating the sensation of vertigo. BPPV is characterized by bouts of vertigo, which can be accompanied by facial-muscle weakness, reduced cognitive function, and hearing loss. Common causes of BPPV include head injury, infection, and inner-ear degeneration due to aging. The canalith repositioning procedure (CRP) is the primary treatment for BPPV and can be performed in a trained professional’s office or can be self-administered by the patient. CRP consists of a series of movements that reposition the head and trunk. The treatment’s goal is to move the canaliths out of the inner-ear canal and back into an area where they will no longer elicit the symptoms of BPPV and can be reabsorbed by the body. The procedure is effective in 80 percent of patients, but it does not prevent reoccurrence. Ménière’s disease is an inner-ear disorder believed to result from a buildup of fluid and changing pressure. It typically only affects one ear and is characterized by sudden attacks of vertigo that may occur after a brief period of muffled hearing or tinnitus. A feeling of fullness in the ear and hearing loss may also occur. Ménière’s disease is considered a chronic condition primarily affecting individuals between the ages of 40 and 60
years; however, it can occur in people of all ages. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), approximately 615,000 individuals in the United States currently suffer from Ménière’s disease. Constricted blood vessels, viral infections, allergies, autoimmune reactions, and genetic predispositions are all thought to be possible reasons for the onset of Ménière’s disease. While there is no cure, treatments include the use of medications to alleviate vertigo, salt restriction and diuretics to reduce fluid retention, and dietary and lifestyle changes, including limiting caffeine, chocolate, alcohol, and smoking. Cognitive therapy and surgery are treatment options that may be utilized for more serious cases. Vestibular neuritis is an inner-ear disorder typically related to an infection that causes inflammation in the ear around the nerves crucial to the body’s sense of balance. Once inflamed, the transmission of sensory information from the ear to the brain is disrupted, and vertigo as well as vision and hearing disturbances occur. The onset of symptoms is most often sudden and can occur at any time. The most common approach to the treatment of vestibular neuritis includes relieving the nausea and dizziness with medication while healing the infection with antibiotics, steroids, or antiviral drugs. If symptoms become chronic and persist for several months, vestibular rehabilitation exercises will be used to help the brain adapt to the vestibular imbalances. Ototoxicity is a poisoning of the ear due to exposure to certain medications and environmental chemicals — such as mercury, tin, and lead — that damage the vestibulocochlear nerve. High doses or the long-term use of some antibiotics can cause permanent ototoxicity. Other medications that can cause temporary ototoxicity include anticonvulsants, antidepressants, loop diuretics, pain relievers, and prescription and over-the-counter cold medicines. Symptoms of ototoxicity include vertigo, blurred or bouncing vision, headaches, fatigue, and nausea. The vast majority of ototoxicity cases are short term, and the effects are reversible. There is currently no standard treatment for ototoxicity. When permanent damage from a bout of ototoxicity does occur, treatments will include reducing the effects through physical therapy focused on restoring balance, and the use of hearing aids in cases where hearing loss has occurred. Most forms of vertigo are treatable when accurately diagnosed by an audiologist. Methods of relief are available in many forms that can help alleviate the spinning, tilting, nausea, and headaches that plague otherwise healthy individuals, and can help them lead a normal life. For more information, please feel free to call Dr. Izzy at 732-818-3610 or visit gardenstatehearing.com.
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Knights Of Columbus Upcoming Trips
MANAHAWKIN – The Knights of Columbus 3826 are hosting these upcoming trips. On April 27, they will take a bus trip to American Music Theater to see “Vegas Legends.” The cost is $95 per person, which includes transportation, show, lunch and driver gratuity. On June 8, they will take a trip to Hu nt i ng ton H ills Playhou se to see “Legends of Pop,” star ring the Mahoney Brothers. The cost is $110 per person, which includes transportation, show, lunch and driver gratuity.
On June 26, they will go to Sands Casino in Bethlehem, Pa. The cost is $39 per person, which includes transportation, driver gratuity, $30 casino credit and food coupon. On July 8, they will take a trip to Kutztow n Festival in Pen nsylvania. Call for more information. On July 16 through 23, they will take a Bermuda Cr uise on the “Celebrity Summit.” The cost is $1,099 per person. For more information and reservations, call Charles Serwin at 609-9780970.
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TOMS RIVER – Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce is holding a night of networking on March 2 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Tuscan Bistro Bar, 1250 Hooper Ave. There will be appetizers, soda, cash bar
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TOMS RIVER – There will be an indoor flea market on March 11 from 9 a.m.to 3 p.m. at St Stephen Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1344 White Oak Bottom Road. There will be many and varied vendors,
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TOMS RIVER – Works of art created by students from across the Toms River Regional School District will be displayed during the month of March at the Ocean County Library’s Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St. The Toms River Regional School System, in partnership with the Ocean County Library, will hold a free reception from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on March 6. Browse the artwork, enjoy live music from the Intermediate South Orchestra, and meet the artists and their teachers. Teen volunteers will be on
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TOMS RIVER – A landlord/tenant seminar will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on March 24 at the Superior Court of NJ, Jury Assembly Room, fi rst floor, 100 Hooper Ave. The seminar will provide information on the landlord/tenant filing process, forms and
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TOMS RIVER – American Legion Post 129 will present “The Jersey Four,” a tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, on April 22 at the hall, 2025 Church Road. Dinner is from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale March 17. Tickets are available Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and until 10 p.m. on Fridays. Tickets are $50 per person. See or call Kristy for dinner options at 732-864-5519. Call after March 19.
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Ogauge Model Train Collection Including: Lionel, K-line, MTH, Williams, Gargraves. Mint condition. Serious buyers, collectors welcome. Call Bob 732-864-5975. (13)
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) 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) 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) 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)
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Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (t/n) Paralegal - Will give guidance to seniors reguarding necessary legal documents. Call 732-965-5789. (10) Gerard’s Watch & Jewelry Repair - Master watch maker. Expert battery replacement. 908-507-3288. 864 West Hill Plaza, 37W. Next to Window Happenings store. (10) Interior And Exterior Painting - Insured all calls returned. References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH04548900. Tommy call 609-661-1657. (11) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (22) Caregiver - Looking for a job. Live in or out. 732-917-1814. (10) All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting - Painting, kitchens, bath, basements, etc. Remodeled, flooring, carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters, etc. “Any to do list.” No job too big or small, we do it all. $ave - Veterans discount. Call Clark 732-850-5060. (10) Domestic Assistant, Companion Great attitude and car. Available weekends and week days. Call with needs 609-432-9122, or text. (10)
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Camp: Continued From Page 5 How To Help The day-to-day operations of the camp require keeping up with the cost of propane in the winter and water in the summer, Brigham said. Camping equipment is always ideal, because there is a lot of wear and tear on theirs. The daily needs are not as important as the political needs. What Brigham wants
to do is create housing that the working poor can actually afford. Years ago, the state courts created a Counsel on Affordable Housing that required every town to set aside some of their property for low-to-moderate income families. However, even these properties are way out of the range of the very poor. So, while the state requires towns to zone for low income, they are not required to zone for very low income. Mobile home parks are being built over, with no new
ones being built. The tiny homes trend is slowly catching on in other states, but not here yet, he said. There is an example of one on the dirt road leading into the camp. It’s the size of a shed. Inside, there is a living area/kitchen, a full bathroom, and a loft where the bed is. “You don’t realize until you live in a situation like this how much you don’t need,” he said. “It’s 103 square feet but it’s illegal anywhere in New Jersey.” What Brigham is looking for, which will
At left, Cindy’s tent at the homeless camp in Howell. At right, some gardening stations that will become more active in spring.
A clinical research study for agitation in Alzheimer’s disease
help people more than temporary assistance, is a restructuring of building and zoning laws to allow tiny homes or any other truly affordable homes in towns close to jobs. “It’s discrimination under the color of law,” he said. For more information, view Destiny’s Bridge, a documentary about Tent City available at the Ocean County library system. For ways to help, contact Brigham at 732364-0340.
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Fish And Chips Dinner
FORKED RIVER – A fish and chips dinner will be held on April 8 at the Forked River Presbyterian Church. The dinner, prepared by “Thistle,” consists of crispy fish or chicken, chips, coleslaw, beverage, and dessert. Seating times are 4:30 and 6 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for
children aged 10 years and under. They can be purchased at the church office on Mondays through Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or call 609-693-5624. No tickets will be sold at the door. The church is located at 131 North Main St. (Route 9) where everyone is welcome.
Free Gas Day in Toms River
TOMS RIVER – Wellspring Church is hosting a free gas day on February 26 at 9 a.m. The event will take place at the Holiday Service Center located at 1194 Route 37 West. This community wide event is to show
love and kindness to the people of Toms River. Members of Wellspring believe they will be able to serve around 200 cars during the event. For more information, visit wellspring. one/freegas.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast
For the week of February 25 - March 3 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): A loved one can help to keep you on track in the week ahead. You may have the urge to jump into the frying pan by buying something of dubious value or investing in something that might not turn out as planned. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Think before you act. You might briefly feel that you are in a competition with someone and jump the gun in a moment of poor judgment. In the week to come family members can help you achieve long-term goals. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can take pride a family member’s accomplishments or simply enjoy pleasant surroundings. In the week to come you might find that your home has increased in value or a new neighbor may become friendly. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Make promises you can keep. You may be thrown into contact with people who say or do things on the spur of the moment. In the week ahead you should be mindful that casual assurances aren’t necessarily commitments. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take a chance on romance. Shared feelings will be obvious. Play your cards right and a new love may blossom in the week ahead. A raise or promotion can be obtained if you are persistent and choose your timing wisely. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Pan for gold. A golden nugget of information you find this week can make your money grow or a wise decision possible. You could reach a crucial turning point; a decision can cause the dominoes to tumble over.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your calendar app might not be able to keep up with last minutes changes as this week unfolds. Your attraction to exciting experiences and people can keep your dance card filled. Avoid being extravagant about purchases. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Whisper sweet nothings to get some things. Congenial communication between you and others can improve any endeavor this week. Don’t plant your feet into the ground and refuse to budge over a minor matter. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Candy is dandy but quickly consumed. It is a good idea to be cautious about purchases and investments as this week unfolds. You may fall prey to a tendency to see only what you want to see. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your energy levels may be high in the week to come. Be sure to use your extra enthusiasm to tackle worthwhile projects. You may easily be distracted by friends or aggravated by undue peer pressure. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Pay attention to advice and wise counsel from others this week as you plan for the future. You may possess the golden touch where money or purchases are concerned. Your intuitions could be highly accurate. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The bling is the thing. You might be attracted to bright shiny objects like a crow but end up with a chewing gum wrapper rather than silver. Discriminate between enduring things and false fronts this week.
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A Healthy Alternative To The Classic Sticky Bun Will Make Your Morning By Wolfgang Puck
Valentine’s Day is barely over. A month and a half after the holidays, we have finished another round of indulging ourselves with too much rich or sugary food. As a result, I know that many people now are trying to recommit to their New Year’s resolutions to eat more healthfully. And yet, one more of what sometimes seems to be an endless parade of temptations: The food industry has declared Feb. 21 as National Sticky Bun Day! As if we need any excuse to start our mornings with sweet, warm breakfast rolls. Of course, there are ways that you can have your sticky bun and eat it guilt-free, too. If you make the right choices, you can easily create your own baked morning treats that not only taste good but also are good for you. Take the recipe I’d like to share for Cinnamon Swirl Honey Whole Wheat Bread. As fancy as that may sound, it’s incredibly easy to mix and bake, though it does take a few hours of waiting for the yeast to do its work making the dough rise. The recipe’s combination of whole wheat and all-purpose flours produces a loaf that is pleasantly tender while also delivering a healthy dose of fiber with each serving. A spoonful of honey adds a subtle touch of mellow sweetness. And just a little sugar helps deliver the aromatic aroma of the ground cinnamon that is swirled through each of the two loaves produced by the recipe. Yet, for all the satisfying pleasure the loaves provide, each serving of two 1/2-inch (12-mm) slices add up to only about 137 calories, with a mere 25 percent of those coming from fat. Not only is the recipe delicious and healthy but it’s also versatile. If you like, you can add seedless raisins or dried cranberries or cherries, dotting them on top of the cinnamon sugar before you roll up each rectangle of dough. Some toasted chopped walnuts or slivered almonds would also be good, incorporated in the same way. I like to toast the bread to enjoy with my morning coffee or for Sunday brunch, and it’s also good for sandwiches. Once it has cooled completely after baking, the second loaf that the recipe yields may be sealed in a freezer bag and stored in the freezer for up to several weeks, then thawed in the refrigerator before use. The dough itself can also be used to make excellent homemade pizzas or other flatbreads. May I suggest you try preparing the recipe this Sunday when you have a few hours? CINNAMON SWIRL HONEY WHOLE WHEAT BREAD Makes two 9-inch (22.5-cm) loaves Honey Whole Wheat Yeast Dough (recipe follows) Nonstick cooking spray 1/3 cup (80 mL) sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Prepare the Honey Whole Wheat Yeast Dough. After the dough has rested, covered, for 10 minutes, divide it into two equal pieces. On a
lightly floured work surface and with clean hands, gently roll and shape each piece to make an even ball shape. Cover the balls with a damp kitchen towel and leave to rest at room temperature for 20 minutes. Using a lightly floured rolling pin, roll out each ball to form a 9-by-12-inch (22.5-by30-cm) rectangle. Evenly spray the insides of two 9-inch (22.5cm) loaf pans with nonstick cooking spray. In a small bowl, stir together the sugar and cinnamon. Lightly brush the surface of each rectangle with cold water. Starting at the nearest shorter edge of each rectangle, evenly sprinkle each piece of dough with the cinnamon-sugar mixture up to 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the opposite edge. Starting at the nearest short edge, tightly roll up each rectangle of dough. Place one roll, seam down, in each prepared loaf pan. Cover the pans with a damp towel and leave to rise at warm room temperature until doubled in volume, about 45 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C). With a sharp knife, lightly score three evenly spaced diagonal slashes across the top of each loaf. Bake the loaves until golden brown, about 45 minutes. Carefully turn them out of the pans onto a wire rack to cool before slicing with a bread knife. HONEY WHOLE WHEAT YEAST DOUGH Makes enough for two 9-inch (22.5-cm) loaves SPONGE: 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) lukewarm water, 80 F (27 C) 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour 1 cup (250 mL) whole wheat flour DOUGH: 3/4 cup (165 mL) all-purpose flour 3/4 cup (165 mL) whole wheat flour 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil First, prepare the sponge: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, stir together the yeast, water and honey until the yeast has dissolved. Stir in the all-purpose and whole wheat flours just until a soft, loose dough forms. Cover with a clean towel and set aside at warm room temperature for 20 minutes. To prepare the dough, add the all-purpose and whole wheat flours, the salt and the olive oil to the sponge. Fit the stand mixer with the dough hook and attach the bowl with the dough. Mix on the next-to-lowest speed for 1 minute. Stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Continue mixing on medium speed until the dough looks well developed and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes longer. Remove the bowl from the mixer, cover with a damp kitchen towel, and set aside to rest for 10 minutes before proceeding with the recipe for Cinnamon Swirl Honey Whole Wheat Bread.
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