2017-03-11 - The Toms River Times

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–Photos by Sara Grillo At right, Vice President of the Ocean County Historical Society Robert Foxman holds up a transcript of the first Jewish families to settle in Toms River. Above, Historian Mark Mutter discusses the township’s past with congregants of B’Nai Israel.

By Sara Grillo TOMS RIVER – With a population of 91,000 and 42 square miles t hat spa n f rom t he ocean to the pinelands, Toms River Township is one of the largest municipalities in the county. But what might not be so obvious is the impact that Jewish immigrants had in shaping the area in the mid-20th century.

Members of the Congregation B’Nai Israel hosted a presentation

Toms River’s

Anniversary 250th of Toms River history given by Township Clerk and Historian Mark Mutter. The event was held in preparation of the town’s upcoming 250th anniversary on June 24.

By a show of hands, most congregates in the room were not born in

County Tax Rate Might See Small Decrease

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY - Spending is up, but so is the number of new homes to share in the tax burden, so the county’s tax rate will likely go down 1/10 (County - See Page 5)

Toms River, but emigrated to the area in the 1940s, 50s, 60s and primarily the 70s. The Congregation B’Nai Israel itself has been serving the local Jewish community since 1950.

One of the congregation’s oldest members is Eta Estomin, who at 94

years old was one of the parents who helped establish the town’s first nursery school back in 1945.

A lt h o u g h it h a s changed locations a few times, the Toms River Nursery School on Old Freehold Road is still in operation today.

History From Jewish Residents In 1976, Rabbi Richard Hammer man of (History - See Page 4)

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PLAN FOR MEDICAL BUILDING OFF LAKEHURST RD. FAILS

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - A t wo - s t o r y m e d ic a l building that was going to be built on residential lots was denied by the Zoning Board of Adjustment because the board said it did not belong in a residential neighborhood.

HealthSouth Rehabilitation, which is an adjacent property owner, made the application.

However, the building would have been owned and operated

by Fried Group LP, owner of Community Surgical Supply. The t wo companies had an arrangement where Fr ied G roup would own the building and Healt hSout h wou ld get parking.

The property is located on several residential lots on Oliver Street that Fried Group had

–Photo by Catherine Galioto Residential lots on the east side of Oliver Street off Lakehurst Rd. were slated to become a parking lot and medical office building, but the zoning board denied the plan. purchased. They are listed as Block 535.07, Lots 3-9 and 32 and 34. They encompass 3.41 acres in the R-90 residential zone. The hea r i ng ha d beg u n December 8, and was (Medical - See Page 6)

New Buildings, Kiosks, And Restrooms For Seaside Park Boardwalk

By Chris Lundy SEASIDE PARK New buildings, kiosks, and public restrooms are cur rently being built on the south end of the boardwalk, officials said. They are

scheduled to open for the summer season.

There are seven new buildings being built, Mayor Robert Matthies said. One of them will be public restrooms.

The content of the oth-

er six buildings have not been finalized yet, and the borough has not received anything concrete in the way of a mercantile license.

The buildings will be built with a center

walking area between them, and 15-foot-by30-foot kiosks will be in the middle, he said.

The kiosks will also be on the township’s easement, which allows (Boardwalk - See Page 6)

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History: Continued From Page 1 Congregation B’nai Israel had the idea for some of the older congregates to write a history of their emigration into Toms River and share what it was like growing up.

It took almost a year for members of the Ocean County Historical Society to translate and reprint the handwritten stories of those 30 or 40 Jewish families that first settled in town. The transcript is now available for purchase at the historical society on Hadley Avenue.

“If you’re interested in the history of this congregation and history of Jews in Toms River, this is one to pick up,” said Robert Foxman, vice president of the Ocean County Historical Society.

“It is some beautiful reading.”

One congregate produced his wife’s reunion f lyer for the Toms River Class of 1945. He questioned the acceptance of immigrants at that time, telling Mutter that she was deemed a foreigner by her principal and struggled to fit in because she wasn’t a “Clayton or an Applegate.”

Still, the Jewish settlers contributed to neighborhoods throughout what is now Pleasant Plains, Silverton and North Dover neighborhoods, owning dairy or chicken farms in those areas of town.

Many came here f leeing WWII and Nazi persecution.

Mutter remembered the site of an old chicken farm maintained by early Jewish settlers escaping persecution. The

land was converted into a girls’ softball field complex on North Bay Avenue a few years ago.

Mutter noted that Jewish girls growing up in the 20th century may not have had the same opportunity to play o n t h o s e f i el d s because of racism at the time.

“I’ve made many t a l k s a nd I’ve written many articles,” said Mutter, “But I on ly h ave o n e t h a t ’s f r a me d i n t ow n hall and it’s the t al k t hat I gave when we dedicate d t h at sof t ba l l field and remembered your legacy, of your grandparents and your parents.”

Earlier History Toms River as a town dates back even before the United States was formed.

Toms River broke free from Shrewsbu r y Tow n sh ip t o be come it s ow n municipality in 1767, a full nine years before the Declaration of Independence.

Mut ter outli ned much of this early history as well in his presentation to Congregation B’nai Israel.

The original settlers were the Lenni L e n ap e I nd ia n s. T he se i nd ige nou s people left behind the town and river names we still k now today, such as

Metedeconk, Hackensack, Manahawkin and Passaic.

Barnegat Bay got its name from English explorer Hen r y Hudson, when he spotted a great lake of water while s a i l i n g w it h t h e Dutch East India Company in 1609.

He referred to the a rea as ba ra nde gat, which means “where the waters break.”

And in 1685 Eng l ish m a n T homas Luker married the Lenni Lenape Cheiftan’s daughter and they settled in modern day downtown behind t h e p o s t of f i c e .

Early maps of the area bared the name Tom’s River, before the apostrophe slowly faded into time.

Changing Times, Changing Name Residents eventually petitioned the royal assembly to make the area its own municipality, claiming that Shrewsbury

Township was too big and made it difficult to supervise roads and provide for the poor. When the petition was finally approved five months later, the area was named Dover Township, which remained the town’s legal name for over 200 years.

When residents were asked to vote on an official name change to Toms River in 2006, the entire clerk’s office was opposed to the change because they assumed it would be costly and confusing for businesses. Mutter also feared that it would mean losing hundreds of years of history.

In addition to this historical discussion, the township is planning a series of historical events over the next few months as part of the semiquincentennial anniversary, including a World War I commemoration, artifact exhibition and historic mural display made by high school students.

“More important than having a party, we want to have a history and civics lesson, particularly for the young people in our community to know our town’s history,” said Mutter. “If we remember the past we can do good things in the future.”

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County: Continued From Page 1 of a cent for 2017.

The $407,919,144 budget was introduced by the Ocean County Freeholders. It includes an increase of about $7.9 million. The tax rate will go down from 35.3 cents per $100 of assessed valuation to 35.2 cents.

“Now, this is not a big amount, and nothing to gloat about, but it is a move down, a move in the right direction,” said Freeholder John Bartlett.

The tax base is still down $12 billion from 2008 levels, according to county figures. Tax valuation measures the entire assessments of all property in the county. This figure is up 2.78 percent, from $94.5 billion in 2016 to $97.1 billion in 2017. Some of this is replacement construction from Superstorm Sandy. Some of it is new construction. It will help the county’s tax revenue to increase by 8.3 million. So, the new tax revenue is greater than the spending increase, and therefore the tax rate goes down.

What’s in the budget There were no big ticket items in this year’s budget, Bartlett said. The main costs come from inflation.

Most departments remained at or below a 2 percent increase. Two departments that fell out of that were the prosecutor’s office and engineering.

Between bail reform, which has increased the hours of officials in the prosecutor’s office, and the drug epidemic, that department needed more funding, he said. The prosecutor’s office increased by 3.2 percent, or about $500,000.

The engineering department saw increases due to the increased construction in the northern section of the county, he said.

The proposed budget includes 2 percent increases in the county’s contributions to Ocean County College and the Ocean County Vocational Technical School system. The college’s appropriation will be $15.2 million, up $297,000 and the vo-tech will receive $18.3 million, up $358,293.

In addition, about $25 million will be appropriated to maintain the county’s infrastructure.

“We build a budget the opposite way of most governments,” Bartlett said. “Most look at what they need and then raise taxes to get there. The county asks “What are our resources? What do we have to spend? What’s the tax rate ought to be?” Then, we take a prudent amount from

The Toms River Times, March 11, 2017, Page 5 surplus. Then, the department heads are given a number that they have to work within.”

It was a “model budget,” providing the things people want, while still seeing a reduction, he said.

Surplus and bonding Bartlett said the County’s surplus in 2017 is $51.7 million. The proposed budget includes $20.2 million from surplus.

The county’s major capital projects continue to be bonded over the course of decades. The county borrows $25-30 million a year, and pays off $25-30 million in bonds every year, he said.

However, why bother borrowing when there’s money in the bank? Why pay interest on loans?

“You use an amount of surplus that operations can replenish in a year,” he said. “You have to be judicious in your use of surplus. Once you spend it, it’s gone.”

Part of the surplus consideration came from bond ratings. The county has a Aaa bond rating. This is a standard set by Moody’s, an independent company that rates financial markets. The rating determines what kind of risks investors have. The county’s rating, Aaa, is the highest, which means that investors have very little risk investing in Ocean County. The benefit for investors is that they know they will get their money back. The benefit for the county is lower interest payments. In order to keep this rating, one thing the county has to do is keep surplus equal to at least 10 percent of the total budget.

“If you took more than you replace,” eventually you would have to raise taxes, he said. It allows the tax rate to be more stable, instead of dropping it one year and raising it the next.

“We are not going to have a roller coaster rate.”

The other philosophy has to do with how long it takes bonds to pay off. It has to be for something that will be used for about as long as it takes to pay off. Road projects, for example, are useful for years.

“It only makes sense that the future help pay for it,” he said.

“If you paid cash, you would have to raise that money or you run out of surplus. It’s a foolish way to run a government,” he said. “I don’t like personal debt, but public debt is different.”

In related news, the tax rates for the Ocean County Library and the Health Department will be flat in 2017.

The public hearing and adoption is expected at the meeting held at 4 p.m. on April 5.

Chef’s Night Out Raises Funds For Vo-Tech

By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – The arena was packed with hungry supporters and delicious vendors, sharing morsels of international cuisine. The fun was part of Chef’s Night Out, an annual fundraiser for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School and its foundation.

Held in Toms River School’s Pine Belt Arena, the event was based around the fun of trying samples from dozens of local restaurants, eateries, food and beverage distributors. Offerings ranged from bite-sized custom cupcakes, mini lobster rolls, tuna sushi nachos, prime rib with roasted vegetables, sake and lemonade and shrimp Caesar salad.

Participants could cast votes for their favorites.

A 50/50 raffle raised a record amount, and a gift auction also helped raise funds while gifting baskets filled with prizes.

The awards went to:

Jenni Cakes, for Best Sweets.

Shore Point Deistributors, for Best Beverage.

Harrogate, for Best Presentation.

For People’s Choice, the awardees were: Martell’s Waters Edge for first place, Mulberry Street for second place and 709 bistro for third place.

–Photo by Jason Allentoff The staff of Martell’s Waters Edge alongside OCVTS officials at the annual Chef’s Night Out. Martell’s earned first place, People’s Choice at the event.

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Medical: Continued From Page 1 denied in February.

The building would have been an 80 x 75-square-foot two-story medical office building and a parking lot for the existing HealthSouth Rehabilitation facility. These projects would have been built across the street from single family homes.

Medical property exists on Lakehurst Road. In fact, there are medical offices at the intersection of Oliver Street and Lakehurst Road. However, the zoning board’s denial stated that the use did not fit with the neighborhood.

“The township’s Master Plan specifically encourages the use of lands in proximity to (Community Medical Center) to be dedicated for such uses. However, the Master Plan further provides that such businesses should not interfere with established residential neighborhoods such as the one existing to the immediate west,” stated a resolution denying the application.

The denial noted that a 2014 approval for the HealthSouth building’s expansion did not seek additional parking due to the use of

70 “leased spaces” at an adjacent property.

Part of the applicant’s argument was that there is a need for a facility like this, with the county’s aging population. The board declared that there are numerous other areas within the municipality for such a building that don’t impact a neighborhood.

Additionally, the board suspected that letting an office building be built there would block HealthSouth if they ever sought to expand the existing facility.

Jerry Fried, partner in the Fried Group, said that with the project being denied, it will likely be reverted back to being residential homes.

HealthSouth was doing the legwork on the application for the Fried Group, he said, and that’s why their name was on the application.

“It’s a shame for the employees” of HealthSouth who would not get the additional parking needed, he said.

“We have 187 doctors,” HealthSouth CEO Patty Ostaszewski said. That requires a lot of parking. The facility has been leasing parking spaces from another property at the corner of Route 37 and Hospital Drive for their employees so that patients

and their visitors can park closer to the building.

HealthSouth was not interested in opening a new medical arts building on Oliver Street, she said. The company was just hoping to obtain closer parking for its employees.

“Everything is up in the air” right now, she said. HealthSouth might still try another option to get additional parking.

Michael York, attorney for the applicant, said that since the case has been denied, he does not think that there will be an appeal made. He confirmed that the medical building would have been owned and operated by Fried Group LP. The applicant needed to come before the zoning board because they were seeking to use the property in a way that it was not zoned. The property is zoned R-90, for residences. The applicant wanted to build a two-story medical office building and parking lot on the property. Neither of those things are allowed currently.

Nels Luthman, zoning board chairman, reiterated comments that were in the resolution of denial.

Although there are doctors’ offices very

close, a medical office in a residential zone would be encroaching on a residential area, he said.

“There are plenty of sites where they can build a medical center in this town,” he said.

While there is a demonstrated need for medical facilities in town, there was not a demonstrated need for parking, he said.

“Two years ago, they came before the board for a variance. It was an expansion.

At the time, they stated they had adequate parking. Now, all of a sudden they don’t have adequate parking,” he said.

The further expansion of medical buildings into neighboring residential areas is an ongoing issue, residents there said at previous board meetings. Homeowners from those neighborhoods have said the Lakehurst Road corridor is quickly changing from residential and village-office zoning into medical use through granting variances.

Previously, residents in that neighborhood attended the zoning board meetings in opposition of the application, saying it would uproot their quality of life on a quiet, residential street.

Boardwalk: Continued From Page 1 entry to the boardwalk. The owner, the D’Onofrio family, told the governing body that the stores and kiosks will be the kinds of food, stores and games that would traditionally be seen on the boardwalk.

This construction is a rebuild from the fire in 2013 that destroyed much of the boardwalk. The building containing the Sawmill suffered some damage, but survived due to a sprinkler system and because of how the wind blew. The Sawmill will serve as an anchor for the new developments.

The portion of the boardwalk that is in Seaside Park is only a few blocks, from Porter to Stockton avenues. The construction going on now is on the western edge of the boardwalk to Ocean Avenue.

Before the fire, the south end of the boardwalk had a different layout than the Seaside Heights side, he said. It widened out, and walkers could go two ways. With the new layout, it will be just one walkway that will be a continuation from the Seaside Heights boardwalk.

As long as the weather is favorable, the developer hopes to have the construction completed by the end of May, he said.

The borough is looking forward to getting more amenities for residents and visitors, as well as getting these buildings on the tax roll.

Meanwhile, in Seaside Heights, there will be new amusements at Casino Pier, including a new roller coaster and ferris wheel.

“I think it will have a very positive impact on summer 2017,” Seaside Heights Business Administrator Christopher Vaz said.

Regarding the new boardwalk construction in his neighbor, Seaside Park, Vaz added that he was happy to see something being constructed on the southern end.

The success of the boardwalk in one town can only add to the success of the other.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

FEATURED LETTER What Solution Does Senate Offer On Affordable Housing S-2216 legislation is a very well thought out modification of New Jersey’s Affordable Housing program for both those needing assistance and the 565 property-tax burdened municipalities.

This bill has been languishing in the Senate since May 2016.

On February 13, Senate President Sweeney and other Senators once again removed it from the agenda, refusing to take on their responsibility to address the issue that impacts every resident of NJ.

If NJ Senate President Sweeney does not wish to act on this legislation, what affordable housing plan does he have to offer to the citizens of NJ? If he has no plan, I ask him to bring Senate, No.2216 back onto the agenda for a vote!

If this bill is approved, the affordable housing program could move forward, benefiting all the citizens of NJ without significantly increasing our property tax burden.

Jim Burd Former Mayor of Hopewell Township

EDITORIAL Is Your Voice Being Heard?

The people of Toms River, our readers, face an ever-growing number of issues that impact their day-to-day lives. Taxes, traffic, the environment, education. Key issues that will impact Toms River today and for years to come.

These issues impact YOU. And no doubt you have something to say about them. So are you ensuring your voice is being heard?

And what can you do to ensure that the voice of the regular, “unconnected” citizen gets heard? Several things.

First and foremost, attend

meetings of your municipal government. The very knowledge that people are watching can help ensure that your elected officials make decisions with you in mind.

You can also write letters to the editor to papers like The Toms River Times. People closely follow their local papers – you’re reading this right now, after all – and by writing about an issue of importance, the potential exists to spark vital discussion on topics that affect your life.

Don’t allow yours to be a lone voice in the wilderness.

Make yourself heard.

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What Would Jesus (Not) Eat March 1 marks the beginning of Lent, the 40-day period preceding Easter, when many Christians abstain from animal foods in remembrance of Jesus’ 40 days of fasting in the wilderness before launching his ministry.

The call to refrain from eating animals is as old as the Bible. In Genesis 1:29, God commands humans to eat only plants; then Prophet Isaiah predicts that “none will hurt or destroy on God’s holy mountain.”

A number of Christian leaders have followed the call, including Methodist founder John Wesley, Salvation Army founders William and Cather ine Booth, Seventh-day Adventist Church founder Ellen G. White, and prominent evangelical leader Franklin Graham.

A meat-free diet is not just about Christian devotion.

Dozens of medical studies have linked consumption of animal products with elevated risk of heart failure, stroke, cancer, and other killer diseases. A United Nations report named meat production as the largest source of greenhouse gases

Letters To The Editor One proposal being conand water pollution. Under- with no permits for electric, cover investigations have documented farm animals being caged, crowded, mutilated, beaten, and shocked.

Lent offers a superb opportunity to honor Christ’s powerful message of compassion, but also to protect the health of our family and our planet Earth by adopting a meat-free diet.

Henry Traconi Toms River

Anything Goes Before Zoning Board It is my understanding that a township variance board’s task is to examine a development or home improvement that is being stopped by township ordnances and see if there is a hardship to the owner.

Unfortunately, in my opinion this is not the case in Toms River, where anything goes. The Town Council spends money to make ordinances to lot size and setbacks, and the variance board appears to ignore them on a regular basis.

Recently, I had the opportunity to observe variance board in action. One case involves building of a gazebo up against the bulkhead.

The project had been done

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construction and no piling -all which would be required.

So now the owner requested a variance.

A board member stated it was okay if none of the neighbors complained. Hello, somebody complained.

Code calls for an approximate 22-foot set back from the water. The Board was presented with photos of other gazebos up against the bulkheads. The Board again said that was okay if no one complains. In another statement by a Board member it was stated, the people should report violations. Hello, what do Code Enforcement officials do while they ride around -- do they have blinders?

What is their reason for allowing this? Higher taxes?

Is the council blind to these actions? A person who buys this property knowing the rules and then declares a hardship getting away with and bypassing laws in town, because the Board will pass just about anything.

Capt. Robert M. Silva Toms River

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Let’s not play politics with people’s health. I’m asking Congress to compromise on improvements to the existing law. Don’t eliminate what’s working and send us back to uncertainty without assurances that access to coverage will be as good or better than what we have now.

Kim Callis Volunteer, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Lanoka Harbor

We Can’t Go Back

You heard the old song “There’s Trouble In River Cit y?” Well, there’s trouble in Leisure Village West.

The cur rent board of trustees think that the village is their private play area where they can do what they want to do with our money.

They did both bathrooms and then one of the big halls over. Then they told us that plastic fences were being installed throughout the village.

W hen we asked why do they need it, we were told because they want it.

When we object, we were told we’re doing it our way.

It is time these current board members quit the board now.

Edward Doherty Manchester

Before the Affordable Care Act (ACA), accessing health coverage could be like playing Russian roulette for cancer patients. Insurance companies could cancel a patient’s existing coverage when they get sick, or deny coverage in the first place because of a pre-existing condition. If you reached a lifetime or annual limit, your care could be cut off.

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MacArthur Urges House Committee To Appropriate Funding For Addiction Programs From The Desk Of

Congressman Tom MacArthur N E W J E R SE Y – O n March 1 Rep. Tom MacArthur, co-chair of the Bip a r t i s a n H e r o i n Ta s k Force, test if ied before the House Committee on Appropriations’ Subcommittee on Labor, Health

and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies. MacA r thu r u rged Congress to appropriate f u nd i ng aut hor i zed by CARA and the 21st Century Cures Act that will help communities combat

the heroin crisis.

“Last year, the Bipartisan Heroi n Task Force helped shape a nd pass the Comprehensive Add i c t io n a n d R e c ove r y Act (CARA) and the 21st Century Cures Act,” said Rep. MacArthur. “Both of these landmark pieces of legislation authorized funding to combat the heroin epidemic. It’s now up to Congress to appropriate these funds that will provide critical support to our state and local gov-

ernments currently fighting this crisis. Last year, Congress made a promise to help our communities – now Cong ress need s to fulfill that promise. I have seen this epidemic up close and personal. In Ocean County, NJ – my h o m e c o u nt y – s o m e one dies of an overdose ever y 43 hours, so I’m urging Congress to act now and give our states the resources they need to fight back against this epidemic.”

“In 2015, drug and opioid ove rdo se cau se d mor e deaths than motor vehicle accidents,” said Rep. Tom Cole, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies. “On average, a death involving an opioid occurs every 16 minutes. To address this problem, the House Fiscal Year 2017 bill proposed to increase funding for substance abuse by over 180 percent. I suppor t

funding for the programs aut hor i zed i n bot h t he Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act and 21st Century Cures Act.” Members of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, including Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-08), and Congressman Pat rick Meehan (PA-07) also testified b efor e r eleva nt Hou se Appropriations subcommittees on appropriating these funds.

Alice Paul Congressional Gold Medal Act Honors Women’s Suff rage

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tom MacArthur introduced the Alice Paul Congressional Gold Medal Act, to posthumously award a Congressional gold medal to Alice Paul, in recognition of her role in the women’s suffrage movement and in advancing equal rights for women.

Alice Paul was born on January, 11, 1885, in Mount Laurel, and died on July 9, 1977. Alice Paul dedicated her life to secur-

ing suffrage and equal rights for all women and, as founder of the National Woman’s Party, she was instrumental in the passage of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution.

“Few residents of South Jersey have had a greater impact on American history than Alice Paul,” said MacArthur. “Alice Paul’s tireless dedication and courage paved the way for future generations guaranteeing all American women the right

to vote. Alice Paul is an example to all Americans of what one individual can do to make a difference for millions of people. I am proud to recognize her tireless efforts to give a voice to women in our democracy and abroad.”

“Alice Paul was a courageous suffragist who dedicated her life to advancing women’s rights in nearly every aspect of American society,” said Representative Kathleen Rice. “I’m

proud to join Representative MacArthur in cosponsoring this bipartisan bill honoring a hero from our region who championed efforts to secure women’s right to vote and legal protections against gender-based discrimination.”

“On behalf of the National Woman’s Party at the Belmont-Paul Women’s Equality National Monument, I’m very proud that this legislation has been introduced to honor a

true American hero,” said Page Harrington the organization’s Executive Director. “Too often women’s history is forgotten, and the women who contributed to further perfecting our democracy are left out of the history books. I believe this Congressional Medal will help us to elevate the status of Alice Paul, the National Woman’s Party, and the tireless work of so many women who contributed to women’s suffrage and equal

Freeholders Join With Law Enforcement Leaders In Condemning State’s “Bail Reform”

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by Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari OCEAN COUNTY – The State’s so-called bail reform law is costing taxpayers millions of dollars while threatening to release potentially dangerous criminals back into the community, two Ocean County Freeholders said.

Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari and Deputy Director Gerry P. Little commended the Ocean County Association of

Chiefs of Police for its recent opposition to the bail reform laws.

“These law enforcement professionals and leaders from all of our municipalities agree that this version of bail reform is not working,” Vicari said.

“We’re not against reviewing and improving our bail regulations, but we are against this law.”

The Chief’s Association on February 10 unanimously approved a resolution calling for the appeal of the reform legislation, calling it “dangerous, onerous and fiscally disastrous.”

Little went one step further, calling the state-mandated law, “nothing but a Get-Outof-Jail-Free card.”

Little argued that the original public question placed before voters in 2014 was not only inaccurate, but also “disingenuous.”

“In no way did the question ask whether voters wanted the courts to release sex offenders, drug dealers, burglars and other potentially violent criminal

back on the streets without bail,” Little said. “Judges already had the power to release or hold suspects with or without bail.”

The actual question on the November 2014 ballot read: “Do you approve amending the Constitution to allow a court to order pretrial detention of a person in a criminal case? This would change the current constitutional right to bail. The change to the Constitution would mean that a court could order that a person remain in jail prior to a trial even without a chance for the person to post bail, in some situations.”

Vicari said the facts concern-

ing the number of prisoners released state-wide before trial confirm the Freeholders’ concerns.

According to a statement issued by the New Jersey State PBA on February 7, bail was set for only 3 out of 3,382 suspects that came before judges in January.

“We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our police officers in opposition to these dangerous changes,” Vicari said.

Vicari and Little also praised the New Jersey Association of Counties for filing a suit before the state Council on Mandates arguing that the legislation falls under the “State Mandate, State Pay” statutes and is

rights progress, returning her memory and that of others back into the public conversation.”

Lucienne Beard, executive director of the Alice Paul Institute which is based at Paul’s birthplace in New Jersey, remarked, “The Alice Paul Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a fitting tribute to Alice Paul’s lifelong work for legal equality for all Americans. She is truly a champion of the rights expressed in our Constitution.”

therefore unconstitutional unless fully funded by Trenton.

Vicari said the county estimates that complying with the regulations will cost taxpayers about $2.4 million in new staff, equipment and capital expenses.

“NJAC is absolutely correct – the state mandated these costs and under the state Constitution they should pay to implement this program,” Vicari said.

However, the Freeholder said a better proposal would be to scrap the law and start fresh.

“It’s time to throw it out and come up with a better plan that both protects our residents and controls costs,” Vicari said.

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Through The Lens: John Frederick Peto And The Art Of Photography Extended To April 9

ISLAND HEIGHTS – John F. Peto is celebrated as a foremost 19th century American artist and his paintings containing images of photographs, especially of Abraham Lincoln, are arguably some of his most famous works.

However, the art that he created from behind the camera is a little-known part of Peto’s oeuvre that has never before been explored in exhibition form.

Sourcing from the collections of the John F. Peto Studio Museum, Smithsonian Archive of American Art (Washington, D.C.), Brandywine River Museum of Art (Chadds Ford, Pa.), Hagley Museum and Library (Wilmington, Del.) and private collections, this exhibition brings together original photographic prints, glass plate negatives, paintings by the artist, Peto-owned objects depicted in his paintings and photographs, as well as the artist’s camera used to create his photographs. The exhibition will include numerous portraits taken by Peto along with a wide variety of other historic

and rarely seen images. These include early photographs of Island Heights and Ocean County, work by Peto relative and American Civil War-era photographer William H. Bell (1830-1910), interior and exterior images of the house and artist’s studio which Peto designed, self-portraits taken in the studio, and staged pictures of Peto with family and friends, including his colleague and mentor, the renowned American still life painter William Harnett (1848-1892).

This long-overdue examination of a relatively unknown aspect of this NJ artist’s life and work will be on view through April 9.

Located at 102 Cedar Ave., the museum is open for guided tours of the house and special exhibition Monday through Friday by appointment and on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is $10 adults, $5 children, 12 and younger are free.

For information, call 732-929-4949 or visit petomuseum.org.

Chili & Salsa Cook-Off In Downtown Toms River

TOMS RIVER – The 28th Annual New Jersey State Chili & Salsa CookOff will be on May 20 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Washington Street in downtown Toms River.

Members of the International Chili Society can compete in three categories: red chili, chili verde and salsa.

Each category will have first, second and third place winners.

The People’s Choice Competition is open to everyone and includes catego-

ries for red chili, commercial red chili and salsa. The first place chili winners will each get $1000 prize money.

Entry fees vary for each competition and categor y, but range from $15 to $30.

The cook-off opens to the public at 11 a.m. and will feature games, rides, vendors and musical per for mances.

Winners will be announced at 4:30 p.m.

To register visit chili-nj.com or call 732-341-8738 for more details.

JSAC Upcoming Fundraisers

BRICK – Jersey Shore Animal Center is pairing up with My Creative Canvas and having a Paint & Sip Fundraiser at the American Legion on Mantoloking Road in Brick on April 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Guests will have their choice of two designs, ‘Best Friends’ and/or ‘Anchor in the sand.’

BYOB and snacks at an additional cost. First come first serve seating. Limited seating is available.

Go to jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org/

upcoming-events or call Katie at 732-9201600, ext. 207 for tickets or for more information before April 21.

The center will also have a bus trip to Atlantic City’s Tropicana on April 30.

Tickets are $30 per person with $25 in slot play.

Pick up and drop off location will be at the Laurel Square (Kmart plaza) in Brick; arrive at 9:45 a.m. and the bus will return at 6 p.m.

For tickets, visit JSAC at 185 Brick Blvd.

2017 Scout Night Patch Contest

TOMS RIVER – Opening Day for the Lakewood BlueClaws is April 13. What does this mean? It means 2017 Scout Nights are right around the corner.

The 2017 Scout Patch design contest is officially underway. Between now and March 31 Scouts may take the attached document and design a patch that will be given out on all of Scout Nights. All entries must be received by

5 p.m. on March 31. A winner will be selected on April 3.

In order for the Scout to be eligible to win, the Pack or Troop he or she is a part of must have booked and paid a deposit on their 2017 outing by March 31.

Any questions on this year’s Scout Nights, contact Mike Cassidy at 732-901-7000, ext.

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–Photo courtesy Toms River Regional School District TOMS RIVER – Jennifer Martinez and Grace Medina passed the Seal of Biliteracy Exam. The passing of this test combined with their passing English Assessment scores indicates that they are proficient in both English and Spanish. There will be a seal on their high school diploma at graduation.

Registration Opens Soon For Toms River Summer Camp

TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Youth Services Department has scheduled an exciting and fun-filled summer for the children of Toms River.

Days are filled with games, sports, arts and crafts, trips, celebrations, and our annual talent show. Registration will start on April 1 at 6 a.m. All registrations and trip sign-ups will take place online. The fee is $425 plus trip costs. Children must be between 6 and 11 years of age at time of registration and residents of Toms River. Proof of age and residence may be required.

The eight-week camp will begin June 26.

Families must create an account for all Youth Services programs at register.communitypass. net/tomsriver and choose Toms River in the drop down box.

Below are brief instructions on how to access the online system: Log on to register.communitypass.net/

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Click on “Create an account for your family now.”

Complete the account information and click submit.

Click on “Register Now” to begin registering for programs.

View Youth Service programs and click to register.

Follow the instructions on the resulting pages to add individuals to the family account and register for all programs available from Toms River. Depending on the age, grade or gender of the members of tje family account, the system will display the programs that each family member is eligible for (i.e., a 6-year old will be eligible for Summer Camp Group 1 and Groups 1/2 trips only).

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For more information, call 732-341-1000, ext. 8436 or 8437.

21st Annual Bike Tour

TOMS RIVER – Harbor House will have its 21st annual bike tour June 23 through 25.

The annual bike tour is a 3-day ride departing from Toms River, going to Princeton, through the Sourlands Mountain area, and ending back at Harbor House in Toms River on day 3.

All 3-day ride participants (Riders & SAG Team) are required to raise a minimum of $750 in support of the kids in crisis at Harbor House.

Participants can also join the ride for one day

(Sunday only) or two days (Saturday and Sunday only). For one day riders, the minimum fundraising amount is $250. For two day riders, the minimum fundraising amount is $500.

The tour will average 75 miles per day.

The price is $100 ride fee plus $6 sign-up fee. Registration ends June 13.

For more information, contact Jhanna at 732-929-0096, ext. 205 or visit oceansharborhouse.org/event/annual-bike-ride/.

Website Feedback

LAVALLETTE – The Borough of Lavallette is looking for feedback about the borough website. The borough is looking to

ensure its website is useful and user friendly.

The feedback form can be found at lavallette.org/feedback.html.

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–Photo courtesy Central Ocean Rotary Club TOMS RIVER – The Central Ocean Rotary Club of Toms River was proud to sponsor and attend The Arc, Ocean County Chapter’s Bowl-a-thon held at Lakewood Lanes to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The club has sponsored this event for two years and continues to support the mission of The Arc. Pictured are club members Mark Rushwald, Melanie Bucca, Jessica Connors, past president Glynis Wray and guests Judy Gross and Peter Bacich. For more information about both organizations, please log onto centraloceanrotary.org and arcocean.org.

Hotel California To Benefit OCC Students

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County College Foundation, Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, and major sponsor Investors Bank are partnering to sponsor a benefit concert to support the students of Ocean County College.

For one night only, on March 18 at 8 p.m., enjoy an evening of incredible music and support the mission of the OCC Foundation.

“Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles” will take the stage to perform a rousing tribute to the 1970s rock group The Eagles on the Main Stage, Grunin Center, OCC Main Campus, College Drive.

Tickets are on sale – limited seating available.

Despite the College’s best efforts to contain costs and maintain an affordable education, many students still have a tremendous need for financial assistance. Scholarships make the difference.

The cost is $45 for the concert only.

A VIP reception & concert, which starts at 6 p.m., Black Box, costs $100 and includes wine, beer, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, and concert.

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–Photo courtesy Toms River Regional School District TOMS RIVER – Calleigh McGinley, a senior at Toms River North and the president of Students Against Destructive Decisions, navigates a driving course with goggles that simulate the effects of drinking and driving. The Ocean County Health Department sponsored “The 3 D’s: Drinking, Drugging and Driving” to promote awareness of the consequences of driving under the influence.

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SEASIDE PARK – The 4th Annual Kristen’s Legacy of Love, a 5K run and one mile walk to raise money for the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, will take place on May 21.

The event is in remembrance of Kristen Shafer Englert, who passed away in November 2013 at the age of 25 from a brain aneurysm, three weeks after giving birth to her first child.

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ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Borough of Island Heights has changed its weekly single stream recycling pick up to bi-monthly. Recyclables will be picked up the first and third Wednesday of every month. Weekly pick-up will resume for the summer months; from Memorial Day to Labor Day. When taking recyclables to the curb please

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The 5K run and one mile walk participants will meet at the parking area by Sawmill Restaurant between Ocean and Stockton Avenues. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and the event starts at 8:30 a.m.

Participants who register by May 5 are guaranteed a free t-shirt at the event. It costs $25 for adult runners/walkers and $10 for youth walkers.

For information on how to register, visit facebook.com/kristenslegacyoflove or email Kristens_LOL5K@yahoo.com.

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ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Cottage Museum is open April through December, from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturdays, or by request. It is located at 105 Simpson Ave. The Island Heights Cultural & Heritage Association owns and operates the museum, which is an 1880s style Carpenter

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Don’t miss the opportunity to Just Unpack see this beautiful home on a large corner lot with mature trees. It consists of 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs, family room with new flooring and French doors that lead to the oversized fenced yard with an in ground pool.

Beautiful eat in kitchen with granite countertops and updated baths. Hot water baseboard heat and central air and a partial basement. Centrally located near all the amenities including schools, shopping, beaches and the golf course. $339,900. #21706780 Call Melissa Lotano 732-244-4900.

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Owners are ready to sell this fabulous 5 BR Colonial which features an in law suite that includes a kitchenette and office. Formal LR and DR, a spacious EIK with a center island, a breakfast bar, SS appliances, a huge family room, game room and a basement. The yard is fenced in with an in ground pool. There is not enough room to list all of the features this home has. By far, the best buy Roosevelt City has to offer. $399,900. #21645837 Call Tina Orth 732-244-4900

LAKEWOOD FAIRWAYS @ LAKEWOOD

Adult Community

This contemporary lifestyle Dartmouth model features 2 large BRs, 2 BAs and a 2 car garage. There is plenty of space with lots of charm.

Featuring cathedral ceiling in the living room and Master bedroom, great working kitchen with lots of counter space, family room / master suite with 2 walk in closets, a large guest room, patio, private wooded yard, newer A/C and water heater. The home has been professionally cleaned. Call today for an appointment. Don’t miss out on this great community. $235,000. #21706798 Call Donna Walesiewicz 732-244-4900

WHITING CRESTWOOD VILLAGE 2

BELMAR Great Starter or Investment Property Charming 2 BR, 1 bath, cottage home remodeled in 2013 which included the new tile floor, cabinets, and granite counter tops in the kitchen, as well as the original heart pine floors beautifully restored to their original charm throughout the home. Just blocks away from Shark River Beach, Belmar’s Riverfront activities, vibrant Main Street, great beaches, great schools and great taxes! $299,000. #21702396 Call Christopher Stopero 732-244-4900.

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Nothing to do but move right in!

Stratford model w/ 2 BRs, 1.5 BA home has had an extreme makeover.

Kitchen and bathrooms have been totally redone with top of the line quality products. The windows have been replaced with lifetime warranty Castle windows. Everything is new, new, new. Spacious open floor plan, living room, dining room combo which is open to the kitchen, loads of closets, full sized laundry room and sun room. $85,000. #21645451 Call Tina Orth 732-244-4900

Fantastic Value The best deal in North Dovers prestigious Tallymawr Estates !

As you pull up to this home you will instantly imagine yourself calling this home. The grand foyer sets the stage for the rest of the home with soaring ceilings in the family room accentuating the beauty of the wood burning fireplace. Offering 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs, a fireplace, solar panels for reduced bills and a 2 car garage. Need a place to get away… the extended sitting room in the large Master bedroom is just the spot. Seeing is believing, this one won’t last. $575,000. #21706090 Call Isaac Nussbaum 732-244-4900.

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4 BR, 2 BA, 1 car garage Custom Expanded Cape home features a large EIK, LR, and laundry room.

New c arpeting, newer Timberline roof, vinyl and brick siding, Anderson windows, clear stained trim and stairs, rear deck, 2 zone heat, new furnace, hot water heater and 4 ceiling fans. $265,000. #21640120 Call JoAnn Veneziano 732-244-4900.

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Pass through English Gardens and into the grand foyer w/ handcrafted wide plank flooring, formal DR w/ tray ceiling, private office w/ French doors, stunning kitchen that flows into beautiful sunken 2 story GR. 4 BRs, 3.5 Bas, luxurious Master suite offers a sitting area, attached nursery, huge WI closet and spa like bath. Large finished bsmt w/ full bath, large private backyard w/ magnificent landscaping, custom paver patio & 2,400 SF basketball court. $899,000. #21701243 Call Issac Nussbaum 732-244-4900

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This home features 4 BRs, 2.5 New Construction BAs, FR with a gas FP, 42” wood cabinetry, cream w/ chocolate glaze, granite counters, tile backsplash, center island and SS appliances.

The Master suite includes vaulted ceiling, walk in closet, and attached full bath, full basement and a 2 car garage. Interior includes 9 ft ceilings on the first floor, beautiful hardwood flooring on first floor and second floor landing and a laundry with a tub. Close to shopping and beaches ! You have time to sell your home and move into your brand new home by the summer. Photos of the house are a similar model. $359,000. #21702708 Call Donna Walesiewicz 732-244-4900

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This home is located in the sought after neighborhood of Silver Ridge Estates. Featuring 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs, a one car garage and 2,400 plus SF of space. Corian kitchen countertops and Oakwood floors under the carpets, 40 foot paver walkway, including a 16 x 16 patio area for entertaining and a large in ground pool surrounded by pavers. A spacious home with numerous possibilities, such as a Mother/ Daughter. $260,000. #21642634 Call Mark Nater 732-244-4900.

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Move right in! Lakeview model featuring 2 BRs, 2 BAs, an updated kitchen with a center island, Corian countertop and ceramic tile floor. Living room and dining room are open and bright. Newer air conditioner, dryer and windows, solar tube in bathroom. Well situated on a corner lot. Walk to the Clubhouse, loads of activities including pool, shuffleboard and tennis. Close to the Jersey shore, shopping and GSP. $179,000. #21644686 Call Robert Cox 732-244-4900.

Renovated, 2 BR, 2 BA, 1 car garage Lakeview model featuring newer kitchen cabinets, countertop, SS appliances, crown molding and recessed lighting through out. Tiled kitchen and bath floors, replaced bath wall tiles, pedestal sink and bath vanities. 2 panel interior doors, vinyl tilt in windows, replaced gas boiler and hot water heater 2010, central AC 2005, roof and vinyl siding in 2007. Sprinkler system pump in 2012. $165,900. #21641363 Call Lynne Bannon 732-244-4900.

MANCHESTER Adult Community LEISURE RIDGE Fabulous Montauk model w/ 2 BR, 2 BA, 1 car garage home, located on a cul-de-sac, premium location ! Spacious EIK w/ loads of high, extended cabinets, Corian counter tops, formal dining room, living room with a fireplace, sunroom, central air and gas heat. Walk to the Clubhouse and pool. $199,900. #21635221 Call Tina Orth 732-244-4900

MANCHESTER Adult Community LEISURE VILLAGE WEST This premium private location on the golf course features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a garage. Enjoy a spacious open floor plan, living room - dining room combo with a buffet server. A sunroom, den, private patio, and a light and bright kitchen. $162,000. #21705107 Call Tina Orth 732-244-4900

WHITING Adult Community CRESTWOOD VILLAGE 3 This is a Co-Op, cash only purchase.

Cambridge m o d el w / 2 BR s, Jack and Jill, 1.5 baths, single f amily h o m e wit h n ew c a rp e t , n ewer kit c h en and windows, new front and storm doors, and a screened porch with a private backyard. $69,900. #21626686 Call Robert Cox 732-244-4900

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Fresh paint, new roof, new hot water heater, new bathroom faucets, new storm door and front room has been sheet rocked and painted. There is a terrific 15’ x 10’ screen room, very private. The home has 2 BRs, a full MBA, half BA, DR/LR combo, den, EIK, laundry room and a single car garage. Crestwood is located close to mall shopping, the Jersey Shore beaches and one hour from Atlantic City. $59,900. #21640435 Call Michael Mc Cullough 732-244-4900

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With 7 out of 10 people experiencing low back pain at some point in their lives and low back pain being one of the most common reasons for patient visits to primary care physicians as well as hospitalization, there is no doubt that low back pain exists in epidemic proportions today. Spinal decompression therapy can be used to treat disc bulges and herniations, disc degeneration, sciatica, spinal stenosis, arthritis, facet syndrome and chronic back pain in the low back.

Our Vax-D Spinal decompression system is FDA cleared, and has been statistically proven to relieve the pain associated with disc degeneration, herniated discs, facet syndrome and sciatica. Surgical decompression may be warranted for candidates who fail a conservative trial of Vax-D treatment.

If you have back and/or neck pain, you may be a candidate for one of our programs. At our office we will give you an honest and fair assessment of your condition and whether or not we can help you.

“Did you know that 30 million Americans suffer from back pain every day? We are the doctors of Northeast Spine and Sports Medicine, and if you suffer with lower back or leg pain, we invite you to try Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression. This pain affects everything that you do, from work to play, and ultimately your quality of life.

We are here to tell you that there is hope. You can get rid of your back pain and get your life back. At Northeast Spine and Sports Medicine, we have helped thousands of back pain sufferers just like you. We only offer the most advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments. We are confident that we can help eliminate your back pain and have opened our schedule to accept the first 30 callers.

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Who can you trust for back pain solutions? Do you visit a chiropractor, medical doctor, physical therapist or acupuncturist? How much time does it take to visit all four offices? With varying recommendations, what is the best option for your specific condition? Relax! We have all options available at Northeast Spine and Sports Medicine. Your specific condition will be evaluated by several doctors before a treatment plan is customized.

Not only do we have excellent doctors, we use advanced medical equipment. This combination is what makes all the difference.

It’s not always “what we provide” that makes us different, as it is “how we provide it” that sets us apart from the rest. Our doctors and staff have the technology and experience to help you feel better. We have over 15 years of experience in helping thousands of patients find lasting relief. From the moment you walk in, you will notice the comfortable setting along with the warm greeting from our staff at the front desk. We can already assume that you don’t feel well and going to a new office for help can sometimes be uncomfortable. Our goal is to make you feel as comfortable and welcome as possible.

Vax-D Spinal Decompression Allows Back Pain to Heal…NATURALLY Many back pain conditions that we see can be helped by our state of the art Vax-D decompression table. Decompression relieves pressure that builds up on the discs and nerves. The task of relieving pain comes about as a result of drawing the leaking gel of a herniated disc back into place. Decompression achieves this by creating negative pressure within the disc, referred to as negative intra-discal pressure. This creates essentially a vacuum to draw the bulging and herniated disc material back into the disc space and relieves pressure. This process of non-surgical decompression allows the body to heal itself naturally. Vax-D decompression tables have been successfully operating for over 15 years throughout the world and more than 3,000 patients a day receive this treatment in the U.S. alone. Vax-D is one of the FDAcleared technologies available at Northeast Spine and

“We are so confident that you will find healing and relief at our office, we will personally evaluate your condition and determine if we can help you. It’s that simple! We have opened our schedule to accept new patients, but due to demand, we are only extending this offer to the first 30 callers. Time slots fill quickly, so call today to secure your appointment.”

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Stay On Top Of Your Hearing Health Let’s talk about balance.

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. 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; depression.

In severe cases, it can result in: difficulty walking; difficulty standing; sudden falls and injury.

Most forms of vertigo are treatable when accurately diagnosed by a hearing health care specialist. 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.

Protecting From and Preventing Hearing Loss Age-related hearing loss is one of the most common factors in hearing loss next

to NIHL. Age-related hearing loss causes changes in the inner ear that happen as you get older and cause a slow but steady hearing loss. The loss may be mild or severe, and it is always permanent.4 The attention that a woman pays to her hearing health and protection habits should be increased.

Ways to protect your hearing at any age: musician earplugs; custom earpieces; foam earplugs; earmuffs; hunting protection.

Education And Awareness A general rule of thumb is if you have to raise your voice to be heard over the music/noise, it is too loud. According to the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, noises above 85 dB can cause hearing damage (which is as loud as a bulldozer).

The decision to better your hearing is life changing, but you don’t have to change your life to do it. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms and need guidance or relief, or if you would simply like to know more about what to prepare for during your various ages and stages, call Dr.Izzy and his Staff at 732-818-3610.

Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-818-3610 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com.

Rare Diseases

NEW JERSEY – The NJ Department of Health recognized Rare Disease Day on February 28.

Age is a major risk factor for rare cancers, as well as for cancers in general.

Polycythemia vera (PV) is a rare cancer that causes the bone marrow to produce excessive amounts of primarily red blood cells. It affects people of all ages but is most common in adults who are older

than 60.

From 2009-13, about 490 cases of PV were diagnosed among adult NJ residents, 25 years and older. During this same time period, fewer than five diagnoses were reported among NJ children and adolescents.

For more information, visit the NJ Department of Health website at nj.gov/ health/ces/briefs.shtml.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

5 Supplements That Make You Look Younger Than You Are

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

I can spot a smoker or a sunbather really fast because they look older than they should from the free radical damage. Maybe you thought beauty is only skin deep, but it’s not. A radiant youthful-looking face is actually an inside job. It helps to drink fresh water, exercise regularly and eat healthy foods to get the nutrients which provide the building blocks of healthy skin. Your gut and liver enzymes (glutathione and catalase) must remove toxins and free radicals every second of the day otherwise the junk inside your cell damages your skin.

I’ve tried various supplements over the years (on and off) to keep my skin looking as good as it can. At 52, some level of aging is inevitable but it’s amazing what your face can look like if you neutralize free radicals before they age you and use high-quality skin care products. Here are some of my favorite skin-loving herbs and nutrients: Milk thistle. It’s a food, but also a supplement. Your liver processes everything that goes in your mouth, including alcohol, prescription medications, pesticides, preservatives, additives and artificial colors.

Your liver detoxifies everything your body doesn’t need. This reminds me of that episode on “I Love Lucy” where she’s struggling to keep up with the conveyor belt of chocolates coming down the line! When your liver falls behind on its job, poisons come out through your skin causing rashes, and itchiness. You’ll age faster. Avoid milk thistle if you’re allergic to ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds or daisies.

Collagen. Collagen is a natural component of skin that declines as you age, resulting in thinner, less elastic, more saggy skin. Two 2014 studies found that oral supplementation with this may improve skin elasticity and diminish wrinkles.

Silica. This makes hot springs pretty and blue in color. Silica is a trace mineral that helps soothe psoriasis, eczema and rashes when applied topically. Taken internally, silica helps you make collagen naturally, strengthening your nails.

Vitamin E. You may think of rubbing vitamin E oil directly on your skin to prevent scars, but taken orally, vitamin E is a powerful cellular antioxidant, which means it gobbles up free radicals that could otherwise potentially damage your skin cells and lead to premature aging.

Zinc. It’s not just for your prostate, or for colds! This mineral reduces skin inflammation and irritation, whether that’s associated with acne, pimples, or rashes.

It also plays a role in managing the production and turnover of skin cells. When I worked in nursing homes with residents who had painful diabetes-related wounds, or decubitis ulcers, we always put them on zinc and vitamin C. Be careful with zinc, don’t take too much. In fact avoid it if you take ginkgo biloba, ibuprofen or warfarin because it slightly increases risk of bleeding. If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, it’s available at my website, suzycohen.com. Please make sure to ask your doctor if these supplements are right for you.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2017 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Learn About Senior Services At Lunch & Learn Event

TOMS RIVER – Ocean County seniors can access important information on services and programs during the Social Community Activities Network (SCAN)’s Lunch & Learn event scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 15 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 1528 Church Road, here.

The event is free, but registration is required by March 8. To RSVP and for more infor mation, contact SCAN at 732-542-1326.

Lunch will be provided by the culinary students of the Foodbank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

SCAN is New Jersey’s premier provider of continuing education for adults, providing educational resources to its members and the community since 1988.

“We appreciate SCAN for highlighting Ocean County’s Senior Services at their Lunch & Learn event,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, who also serves as Chairman to Senior Ser vices. “This is a great opportunity for residents to go and see the types of resources available to them while also learning about information that could be of use to them in the future.”

Representatives f rom Com mu nit y Services, Inc. which provides Ocean Count y’s home delivered meals and

nutrition program, Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey, Monmouth Medical Center Souther n Campus, and New Jersey Natural Gas are also scheduled to attend.

The Lunch & Learn events are a way to make new friends and learn something new. In addition to the agencies that will be attending, the first of the 2017 series will focus on both the Power of Music on Your Brain, and Essential Documents Everyone Needs.

The Power of Music on Your Brain will be presented by Fran Pannella of Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey.

Guests will participate in a conversation about music, brain fitness and overall well-being during an interactive journey through the decades with trivia and singing songs.

The discussion on essential documents will teach each guest how to identify essential documents and how to protect themselves and their assets. This is presented by Siobhan Connolly of Garden State Trust Company.

“All of these agencies can have a positive effect on the lives of our seniors,” Vicari said. “Ocean County is home to the largest senior population in the state.

This is just one of the many opportunities for seniors to access information and programs.”

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Upper Shores Library Offers Up Irish Melodies For St. Patrick’s Day Season

LAVALLETTE – Enjoy a lively evening of music, song, and dance performed by Jennifer Mylod & the Boys of County O’Cean at 7 p.m. on March 15 at the Upper Shores Branch of the Ocean County Library, 112 Jersey City Ave. Traditional and original Irish tunes will be performed on the uillean pipes, Irish fiddle, whistle, bodhran, mountain dulcimer, and guitar. Mylod music is a unique meld of folk, Celtic, and contemporary influences.

Mylod grew up in a musical family, and fell in love with the words and rhymes of Simon & Garfunkel, Johnny Cash, Tom Rush and Karen Carpenter. It was the patterns and lilting phrases of traditional Irish melodies that caught her attention, and became her direction for musical passions.

She plays fiddle solely by ear, and believes

Irish music is best that way, as sheet music is playing with your eyes, whereas playing by ear is from your heart according to Mylod.

“Always play with passion… or don’t play at all,” Mylod said.

In 2006, Mylod and her husband Philip were hired by the History Channel to provide part of the musical soundtrack for the Irish documentary “Paddy Whacked – The History of the Irish Mob” based on a book by T.J. English. They provided six musical tracks for this documentary which has been broadcast each year around St. Patrick’s Day. Get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with this fabulous night of fun. The concert is free but registration is required. To register call the branch at 732-793-3996 or visit bit. ly/2m2KSl3.

Southeast District Leading Knight Project

TOMS RIVER – The Benevolent Protective Order of Elks Southeast District will host a country night on March 25 at the Toms River Elks Lodge 1875, 600 Washington Street.

Tickets are $20 per person, which includes a buffet dinner. Cash bar.

There will be a gift basket and raffle, with music by Jakes Rockin’ Country Band.

All proceeds will benefit the NJ State Elks Peer Leadership.

Members are asked to contact their lodges’ leading knight for tickets.

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TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Democrats are hosting “save our healthcare” vigils outside Congressman Tom MacArthur’s Toms River Office each Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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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) 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) 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) Wa n t e d ! H a r l e y D a v i d s o n Motorcycles - Top dollar paid. Any condition. 732-278-4462.

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Help Wanted N o w H i r i n g - C N A’s , R N ’s , LPN’s, servers. FT/PT available. Leisure Park, a five star living community. Apply online at careers.fivestarseniorliving.com.

Join our team. Choose NJ Lakewood.

(13) Landscaping - Part time help. Experience a plus. Weekdays and weekends. Outdoor work – now through Christmas. Email or call with your qualifications. hfmbigwoods@ comcast.net. 609-758-8002.

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Facilities Manager - Full-time position to supervise all aspects of maintenance to insure a safe and efficient physical plant at all times. Duties include but are not limited to: monitor and oversee contracted services; plan and schedule routine and preventative maintenance; prepare and monitor budgets, procedures and appropriate facility documentation; perform maintenance functions as needed.

Appropriate experience, certifications and valid driver’s liccense required. No phone calls. Email resume: vcottrell@visitationrcchurch.org, fax: 732-477-1274 or mail: Business Manager, Church of the Visitiation, 730 Lynnwood Ave., Brick NJ 08723.

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Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

Teacher - Pre-K; FT. Experience with curriculum development and classroom management preferred. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (15) Paralegal/Legal Secretary - Fast paced Monouth/Ocean County firm seeks an organized team player specializing in Plaintiff’s litigation. If you are looking for a challenging career, fax a cover letter and resume to 732380-0666 Attn: HR or email resume (15) to: hr@hcblawyers.com.

Part Time Helper - 8hrs. per week in Jackson wire forming shop. Leave message with good time to return call 732-928-4605.

(14) Mechanic Needed - To help work on hydrostate tractor with bucket on front. Call Tom 732-7666546. P/T 2 hours, $50.

(15) Now Hiring Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@comcast.net or msangelabove@comcast.net. 732-7664425, 201-259-0734. Ask for Mel. (t/n) Laundromat Attendant - For PT. Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

(12) CHHA - Mature, dependable people needed. Days, weekends, overnights.

Immediate work available. Flex hours, 401k with company match, medical/dental insurance, 24/7 support. Competitive pay. Direct deposit.

Call today 732-901-5500.

(19) Teacher - Toddlers; FT. Experience with curriculum development preferred. Brick Child Care Center.

(15) Call 732-458-2100.

FT/PT CNA -The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living Unit, Georgetown Place. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further. One FT 3 to 11 p.m. position and PT weekend commitment positions on all 3 to 11 p.m./11 p.m. to 7 a.m. All shifts require E/O weekend. Competitive rates.

Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (10) Bus Drivers - Berkeley TownshipSchools. F/T and subs. CDL-S&P endorsements, air brakes. Will train.

Call Ms. Fitzpatrick Trans Supervisor 732-269-1302, ext. 4205.

(12) HVAC Service Tech/Installers Hiring now. Experience a plus, will train. Great work environment. Company vehicle. Year round/paid holidays. 401K/benefits avail. Call 732-349-1448 or fax resume 732-349-6448. (10)

Infant Caregiver - FT. Brick Child Care (15) Center. Call 732-458-2100.

Teacher Assistant - PT; Afternoons. Brick Child Care Center.

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Teacher Assistant - Pre-K; FT. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732-458-2100. (15)

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

Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Home Care Companions Two Italian ladies, able to take care of elderly and pets. Seniors let us help. Susan 973-476-4169.

Diana 973-652-4700.

(11) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678.

(19) 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) Caregiver - With 15 years experience in eldercare. Looking for live-in or hourly. Job references available.

Call Eliso 732-300-7505.

(12) Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (t/n) Experience - Medical assistant/Caregiver (looking for a live-in position).

Please call Susie 732-779-3319. References upon request. Thank You! (12) 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) Masonry - 36 years experience.

Small to medium size jobs. Brick replacement, brick pointing, concrete repair. Pressure washing and odd jobs. 732-505-3081.

(15) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (22) Caregiver - Looking for position part time or full time. Live in or live out.

Please contact Judith 732-917-1814. (15)

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.

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

(11) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400.

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

(15) Caulking - Interior, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Cutting out old. Installing new. Call Steve 732703-8120. Thank You. (t/n)

Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors. Very neat.

Special senior discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured.

References. Low winter rates.

License #13VH3846900. 732899-4470 or 732-814-4851.

Thank you.

(14) I will Clean Your Home - Very good prices. Call 732-552-7513.

(12) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

Services We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Assurance Drain, LLC. Lic#13VH05930800 732-678-7584, Tony. (t/n) Handyman and More - From painting to plumbing. Also, clean-ups and clean-outs. Junk removal. Hauling.Whatever you need. Assurance, LLC. Lic#13VH05930800.

732-678-7584, Tony. (t/n) Companion/Caregiver - Will do shopping, doctors appointments, etc.

Crestwood resident. Experienced.

Can provide references. Call Stella at 732-350-1465.

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Grunin Center Features Salute To Broadway’s Kander & Ebb

OCEAN COUNTY – The family-friendly show American Showstoppers: An Evening of Kander & Ebb with The Fred Barton Orchestra closes out the musical theatre category at The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts on March 16 at 7:30 p.m. This exciting performance takes place on the Grunin Center Main Stage, Ocean County College, Main Campus, College Drive.

American Showstoppers: An Evening of Kander & Ebb features the 14-piece Fred Barton Orchestra along with today’s illustrious Broadway performers. The show is devoted to the great songs of the Golden Age of Broadway – and there is no greater subject for this series than the songwriting team of Kander & Ebb. Cabaret and Chicago are the two most famous landmark Kander & Ebb shows, with the revival

of the latter now the longest-running American musical in history. This Tony Award winning team also gave the world the cult classics such as Kiss of the Spider Woman and Steel Pier.

Fred Barton’s American Showstoppers: An Evening of Kander & Ebb will feature two dozen exceptional performances, from the well-known, brassy smash hits, to the haunting ballads, to their most creative special material

songs.

Concert tickets are $35 to $33 (orchestra/mezzanine). Dinner and show tickets are $55 with dinner provided by Tuscan Bistro. Call for time, location, and details.

For concert tickets, call the Grunin Center Box Office, 732-255-0500 or visit grunincenter.org.

For information on dinner/show, call the Box Office.

Grant Opportunities For Artists

NEW JERSEY – The application deadline for folk arts apprenticeships is April 5.

Grants are awarded to individuals to encourage the preservation of valued, traditional art forms by providing stipends to master folk artists who help apprentices develop important skills.

The application process requires that each apprentice apply with a master artist as a team. Workshops for individuals and teams seeking assistance with the application process will be held around the state by Arts Council staff.

Access the program guidelines and workshop schedule at nj.gov/state/njsca/ dos_njsca_grants-artists.html.

Presentation of “George Who” At Holiday City West

BERKELEY– Holiday City West presents “George Who,” the life and times of George M. Cohan on April 29 and 30 at 2 p.m. at the clubhouse, 45 Cabrillo Blvd. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.

Tickets are $8 and will be on sale Wednesdays before bingo from 5 to 6 p.m. on April 5, 12, 19 and 26, as well as at the door.

Contact Helene Davis at 732-281-8017 for more information.

Silver Park West Rummage Sale

BERKELEY – Silver Ridge Park West will host their annual rummage sale on April 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 145 Westbrook Drive.

There will also be a cake sale and light lunch available for a small fee.

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Recognize Everyday Heroes In NJ During Red Cross Month

NEW JERSEY – March is Red Cross Month and the American Red Cross will be recognizing New Jersey’s every day heroes who bring help and hope to people in need. Events honoring outstanding volunteers, as well as those celebrating milestone years of service, will be held throughout the month.

“Every day I’m inspired by the many NJ heroes who help their neighbors when they need it most,” said A na Montero, CEO, American Red Cross NJ Region. “They include our compassionate Red Cross volunteers, self less blood donors and generous supporters who are there to help people facing

life’s emergencies. We are grateful for their tremendous support.”

March has been recognized as Red Cross Month for more than 70 years.

Beginning with President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1943, every U.S. President has designated March as Red Cross Month to recognize how the American Red Cross helps people across the country and around the world.

The Red Cross depends on local heroes to fulfill its mission. Last year, the Red Cross New Jersey Region responded to more than 760 local disasters, such as home fires, and helped more than 1,800 New Jersey families with emergency

assistance for temporary lodging, food and clothing needs; provided 3,500 military family case services, trained more than 116,100 people with lifesaving skills, installed 7,900 free smoke alarms and collected 89,100 units of blood through blood drives and Red Cross Blood Donation Centers.

“Become a Red Cross com munit y hero,” said Montero. “Be ready for an emergency by creating a preparedness plan for your home. Test your smoke alarms and tell your neighbors to do the same. You can sign up to be a Red Cross volunteer or make a f inancial donation.”

People can f ind information about volunteer opportunities, blood donation and other ways to support the work of the Red Cross by visiting redcross. org/NJ. “Join us as we celebrate our New Jersey volunteers this March and share appreciation for their work helping others on social media using #RedCrossMonthNJ,” added Montero.

NJ residents can help support the Red Cross while filing their 2016 NJ State Tax Returns. Donations can be made by checking box 64 on the NJ-1040 Form and entering Code 14 for the American Red Cross-NJ Fund.

Farm To School And School Garden Fund Check-Off Available To NJ Tax Filers

NEW JERSEY – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher reminded NJ taxpayers about an opportunity to support Farm to School activities in the Garden State through the “Farm to School and School Garden Fund.” This “checkoff” can be found on Line 64, number 19, on the 2016 NJ State income tax form.

This new fund was established to allow taxpayers to donate a portion of their tax refund or make a contribution to help establish school gardens and purchase equipment and educational materials to promote students’ consumption of local produce.

“Eating more fruits and vegetables is an essential part of a healthy diet and the Farm to School Program not only increases children’s consumption of produce but teaches them about good nutrition and where our food comes from,” said Fisher.

“Contributions to this fund will go towards helping our schools and farmers connect and building school gardens.”

The NJ Department of Agriculture’s Farm to School Program works to connect schools with NJ farmers to source more than 100 types of Jersey Fresh produce grown here in the Garden State. Opportunities exist for New Jersey farmers to

provide agricultural products to school food service departments throughout the growing season. Serving more local produce in school cafeterias not only supports local farmers but helps improve student nutrition, provide healthy options and nutrition education opportunities that will last a lifetime.

The Farm to School Program also includes school garden activities, which teach students where food comes from by growing it themselves. Students benefit by

learning the science behind farming and the nutritional values of fresh products and gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the environment. Educators can use school garden programs to teach any subject - math, science, language arts, health and nutrition, art or social studies.

Farm to School Programs promote and create a sense of community for all involved.

For more information about the New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s Farm to School Program, visit farmtoschool.nj.gov.

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TOMS RIVER – The Tin Can Sailors Association of New Jersey holds regular meetings on every third Wednesday of the month at 12 p.m. and board meetings every fi rst Wednesday of the month at 12 p.m.

Meetings are held at the American Legion Post 129, 2025 Church Road in Toms River.

Members meet to share experiences, stories, show pictures, locate lost shipmates and enjoy the camaraderie of U.S. Navy Destroymen who served on the Proud

Greyhounds of the Sea. Membership is open to everyone who has a love of the sea and a passion for our NAVY and those who have served or are currently serving.

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If you have any questions, please call Dave Downey, Cdr. at 732-736-1943.

Island Heights Recreation Badges

ISLAND HEIGHTS – Island Heights Borough is now selling recreation badges.

Now through May 31, season badges are $20 for those ages 14 and older and $4 for those ages 6 to 13.

Daily badges are $5 for ages 14 and older, $3 for ages 6 to 13.

After June 1, badges are $30 for those ages 14 and older, and $5 for children ages 6 to 13.

Daily badges will cost $10 for those ages 14 and older, and $5 for children ages 6 to 13.

The boat ramp resident fee is $50.

The boat ramp commercial fee is $500.

Tennis badges with key fee is $30, for residents only.

All badges and fees are nonrefundable once purchased.

For more information, call 732-270-6415.

HOPE Center Holds Annual Gift Auction

TOMS RIVER – The HOPE Center of Toms River will hold its Annual Gift Auction on April 22 from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Toms River High School East, 1225 Raider Way.

The HOPE Center is a non-profit organization initiated by the Clergy Association of Greater Toms River that promotes self-sufficiency and empowerment among individuals.

Support Group For Survivors Of Suicide Loss

BEACHWOOD – Forever In Our Hearts is an organization to support those who have lost loved ones to suicide.

Monthly meetings are held on the second Saturday of each month at St.

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Take Your Husband’s Car Keys

Dear Joel My problem is a serious one. For at least a few months I have discovered that my husband is driving dr un k. It seems to be mostly at the end of the day but it could be throughout the day as well. I don’t know how to handle this and don’t want to get him into trouble.

Answer: I see your problem exactly the other way around. By doing nothing you are getting him into trouble. He is a danger to every person on the road (and off the road). Lives are taken and others ruined by drunk drivers. If I were you I would demand that he give you his car keys and driver’s license. That is just the beginning. At that point I would contact an attorney who deals specifically with alcoholism and drug

addiction.

If he refuses to go, which may very well be the case, I suggest that you go without him. In the meanwhile get him a driver, drive him yourself or keep him home. I would suggest a bicycle but he is a danger on the road even then if drunk.

Do not let this man drive sober as at this point he is likely to return to his old ways. This entire country is counting on you...Writing to me is a great start but you have a lot of hard work ahead of you.

Let me know how it progresses. I wish you well.

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

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566. “Home health care with feeling. Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing services inc. serving all of New Jersey in adult, senior and pediatric home health care.”

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County 4-H Members/Volunteers Attend State 4-H Small Animal Educational Symposium

OCEAN COUNTY – Three 4-H members from Ocean County attended the State 4-H Small Animal Educational Symposium held on Saturday, February 25 in Clayton.

“The State 4-H Small Animal Educational Symposium is an annual event, now in its fourth year, that offers 4-H’ers an opportu-

nity to advance their knowledge and skills in topics related to poultry, reptiles, small animals, cavy and rabbits. In addition, the event provides a venue to compete at an advanced level and meet other 4-H members from around the state.” says Jeannette Rea Keywood, New Jersey 4-H Youth De-

velopment Program Small Animal Project Advisory Council liaison.

The Ocean County 4-H members and volunteers joined nearly 75 4-H participants representing nine counties (Atlantic, Cumberland, Gloucester, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Ocean, Salem, and Somerset).

State 4-H Small Animal Educational Symposium participants from Ocean County were Emily Favre, Sam Favre and Lilliana Kenny.

“We are excited that 4-H members and leaders from Ocean County had an opportunity to take part in this valuable educational experience and we look forward to them sharing what they learned with 4-H’ers in our county.”, says Tamara Pellien County 4-H Agent.

The State 4-H Small Animal Educational Symposium will provide an opportunity for 4-H members, leaders and parents to participate in a variety of educational and competitive events. Activities and events to be held at the symposium will include: 4-H Rabbit Hopping Exhibition and the 4-H Small Animal Project Art Show.

Workshops to be offered during the event include: poultry health checks, anatomy, and breed identification workshops; rabbit disease management, breed identification, care, and standards of perfection workshops; writing for judges workshop; reptile workshop, small animal judging workshop; show ethics workshop; rabbit & cavy showmanship workshop; and a workshop on egg preparation and nutrition.

The State 4-H Small Animal Educational Symposium is hosted by the State 4-H Small Animal Project Advisory Council.

The 4-H Youth Development Program is part of Rutgers, New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station - Cooperative Extension. 4-H educational programs are offered to all youth, grades K-13(one year out of high school), on an age-appropriate basis, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, marital status, domestic partnership status, military service, veteran status and any other category protected by law.

For more information about the Ocean County 4-H Program call the 4-H office at 732-349-1227 or visit the New Jersey 4-H website at nj4h.rutgers.edu.

Hydrant Flushing Program

LAVALLETTE – Hydrant flushing dates for 2017: Spring, now through March 29; Fall, starts October 2 and ends November 3.

Flushing of water mains takes place at night. Temporary discoloration of the water may result from flushing, therefore, water should be allowed to run long enough so as to allow any sediment in the lines of the home, including laundry areas, to clear.

Lavallette Flags

LAVALLETTE – New Borough of Lavallette flags are now available.

Flags are available in 2x3 for $30 and 3x5 for $50 available for purchase at Lavallette Municipal Building, located at 1306 Grand Central Ave., or the Beach Badge Office, same address.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of March 11 - March 17

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Ride out the storm. Some brief disruptions may have you ready to throw in the towel but a little patience is all that’s required to achieve success. You may be in a position to take advantage of a situation in the week to come.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Listen to your heart. Strengthen an existing relationship with a loved one by letting them know how you really feel. Singles who are still seeking their significant other may reap romantic rewards by meeting new people.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t jump to conclusions. Wait until all the facts come to light before reaching a decision as the true nature of a situation may be cloudy this week. Talking things over with a trusted friend or confidant may set your mind at ease.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Do what you want to do. Think about things that make you happy and then take action to make them happen this week. Steer clear of disputes and bad-tempered people. Negative influences could rain on your parade.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get going while the going is good. There’s no obstacle that you can’t conquer or problem you can’t solve as your energy and enthusiasm will be in high gear this week.

Offering help to a friend in need will be effortless.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep it simple.

If you take too much time thinking things over you may get stuck in neutral but if you follow your instincts you’ll make quick progress. Set aside some quality time to spend with loved ones this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): All work and no play makes for a dull week. Leave some room in the schedule for recreation and hobbies that will help to clear your mind. Romantic activities are likely to meet with better than average results.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Remember that not everyone plays fair. Remain alert with matters involving money as someone may try to pull a fast one when you aren’t paying attention.

Take the time to find value in something you may have at first thought worthless.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Patience is a virtue. If you find someone is irritating you, count to ten or just walk away before you lose your cool. Now is the time for listening and understanding rather than engaging in petty squabbles or spats.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Logic may fail you. A practical approach won’t be much help when a problem stems from a completely irrational situation. You may need to put your creative juices into overdrive to find a solution or just avoid the matter altogether.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Smiles can be contagious. A positive and upbeat attitude will light up your surroundings and make you a pleasure to be around this week. Competitions will be about enjoying the game rather than who wins or loses.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Put the past behind you and set sights on the future. You may have made some mistakes before but wipe the slate clean. Resolve to get off to a fresh start this week. Find your comfort zone among family and close friends.

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Prepare A Spanish-Style Omelet Anytime For A Satisfying Meal

By Wolfgang Puck

I’ve recognized an interesting pattern from the questions and recipe requests I’m always getting. With all the different food options and occasions for eating that each week brings, most people are concerned about cooking for two main types of meals: weekend brunches and weeknight suppers.

As you might guess, the styles of recipes they want for those two occasions tend to be very different. On a weekend morning, most home cooks want to prepare something that feels generous, even a little bit indulgent; a recipe that will impress everyone gathered around the table, helping to make brunch a special yet relaxed occasion.

Weeknight meals, on the other hand, are almost always more about convenience, answering one main challenge: How do you satisfy yourself and your family quickly and easily while providing a main course that tastes fresh and delicious?

I know of one great recipe that fulfills the requirements of both: my interpretation of a Spanish omelet. Brunch guests happily greet a thick, pancake-style flat omelet, served cut into wedges, which makes a great impression whether you offer it hot from the oven or even lukewarm or cold on a buffet. And egg dishes are becoming more and more popular on weeknights, a time when the concept of serving breakfast for supper is not only convenient but also wonderfully comforting.

My recipe also offers the added benefit of being healthy. I pack the omelet with lots of fresh vegetables, cut into uniform 1/4-inch (12-mm) dice; feel free to substitute some of your own favorites, briefly sauteing them as I do in the recipe.

I make the omelet with mostly egg whites, adding just a couple of yolks for a touch of richness and golden color. (You can save leftover yolks for another recipe for two or three days in a sealable container in the refrigerator, covered with a little water to prevent them from drying out.)

Because many people love cured pork with such egg dishes, I also finish off the omelet with some strips of lean ham; but, of course, you could also make a vegetarian version by substituting some sliced or crumbled chorizo-style vegetarian sausage that can be found in most wellstocked supermarkets.

You might wonder how healthful such a generous-looking, rich-tasting main dish can be. So it might surprise you to learn that each serving totals just about 150 calories, with a little bit more than a quarter of those coming from fat. So, if you add some good whole-grain bread and a salad

or fresh fruit, you’ll have a well-balanced, satisfying and delicious meal ready with incredible ease.

And what home cook doesn’t want that, whatever the time, day or occasion?

HEALTHY SPANISH-STYLE OMELET WITH BELL PEPPERS AND HAM Serves 4 Olive oil-flavored nonstick cooking spray 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced red bell pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced yellow bell pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced green bell pepper 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1/2 jalapeno chile, stemmed, seeded, deveined and finely chopped (optional) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) seeded and diced tomato 2 large cage-free eggs 12 large cage-free egg whites 1/4 cup (60 mL) pitted Kalamata olives, sliced 3 ounces (185 g) thinly sliced lean cured ham, cut into thin ribbons 6 basil leaves, cut into fine strips Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C).

Heat an 8-inch (20-cm) ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spray with the nonstick cooking spray. Add the peppers and saute, stirring occasionally, until they have softened and their edges begin to turn golden, about 5 minutes.

Add the garlic and jalapeno, if using, and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Add the tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes longer.

Put the eggs and egg whites in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper and whisk until thoroughly blended. Add the egg mixture to the skillet with the vegetables and stir constantly over medium heat until curds start to form. Continue cooking until the mixture has begun to set but is still fairly moist.

Remove the skillet from the heat and scatter the olives and ham evenly over the top. Put the skillet in the oven and bake until the omelet is completely set but still slightly moist, about 5 minutes.

If the eggs on top still look a little underdone for your liking, switch the oven to the broil setting, or preheat a separate broiler, and pop the pan under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until they are set and light golden.

Set the skillet aside to let the omelet settle for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with the basil. Cut it into wedges and serve hot, lukewarm or even cold.

(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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