2017-03-25 - The Jackson Times

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–Photo by Jennifer Peacock Superintendent Dr. Stephen Genco and board president Barbara Fiero listen to the budget presentations.

By Jennifer Peacock coordinator Allison JACKSON – In years’ Erwin told members past, schools’ Superin- of the press the figures tendent Stephen Genco and final totals will not has said the district’s drastically change. nearly $150 million The average homebudget more than cov- owner may see a $30 ered everything that the increase in their school administration wanted taxes, Genco said. to see accomplished.

But he also said the That’s not the case district is very close this year. to that very real “fiscal While no programs cliff,” one it finds itself or staff are being cut, teetering on. The diss o m e m a i nt e n a n c e trict saw its state aid projects were dumped slashed in 2009 and froand departments across zen where it is. About the board felt a 10 per- 60 percent of the total cent reduction in their budget comes from the budgets, all to ensure local tax levy - which that the state-mandated increased $2.2 million 2 percent cap was not from $79.2 million to exceeded. $81.4 million - and the The budget introduced other 40 percent from at the board of educa- state and federal aid. tion’s March 21 meetThe district will reing was $150.2 million, ceive $50.7 million in increased from $148.8 state aid for the 2017-18 million, up .9 percent. school year.

Although the adminThe athletics and istration will continue co-curricular budgets, working on its final presented by athletnumbers now until the ic director Rob Panpublic hearing on April e que a nd a ssist a nt (Budget - See Page 4) 25, communications

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JACKSON BANS DORMS

By Jennifer Peacock JACKSON – After weeks of controversys dormitories are banned in Jackson.

The township council—absent Robert Nixon—unanimously approved the ordi nance that bans dormitories, built or converted, from the entire township.

Council members spoke of wanting to keep the township s u b u r b a n , s ay i n g dormitories don’t fit in with the character or infrastructure of Jackson.

Councilman Scott Martin reminisced about his then-36year-old father leaving New York City with his wife and two

–Photo by Jennifer Peacock Residents crammed into the main meeting room for Jackson council’s meeting where it was decided to ban dormitories. children in 1971 to “escape the concrete jungle” and give his children a backyard to play in. Martin, a 49-yearold father of six, has

County Preserves 42 Acres in Manchester

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Natural Lands Trust Fund will be purchasing 42 acres in Manchester to keep it as open space, officials said at the March 15 meeting of the Ocean County Freeholders.

The land is situated between property that has already been purchased by the trust, said

Freeholder John Bartlett. Currently, the only things there are just some gravel and sand roads that are used for walkways for seniors in the area.

Marked on a map as the Dover Forge-Giordano track, it juts out in two “wings” from a small central point.

It does not have any (County - See Page 21)

seen a lot of changes in the township since then, but wants to keep Jackson a “picturesque country” atmosphere as much as possible. This

ordinance helps do that, he said.

His father loved New York, “but he wanted better for his (Dorms - See Page 5)

Residents, Freeholders Discuss American Health Care Act

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A r e sid e nt ’s c o n c e r n about the American Health Care Act’s effects on older residents prompted a discussion during the Ocean County Freeholder’s meeting on March 15.

Lynda Fote, Toms R iver, speak i ng on behalf of the Ocean County chapter of the

National Organization for Women, said one of their concerns was that Medicaid would eventually be phased out.

Any additional Medicaid recipients would be the responsibility of the state. There were several other people there, but she was the only one who spoke.

“It is important that (Health - See Page 4)

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Budget:

Continued From Page 1 superintendent Nicole Pormilli respectively, saw very little change from the previous year’s budgets. The athletics budget dropped nearly $7,000 to $489,489. The co-curricular budget was $434,237 for the 2016-17 school year. That budget cannot be completed until contract negotiations are done.

Busi ness Ad m i n ist rator Michelle R ich a rd son gave pre se nt at ion s for the buildi ngs and g rou nds, as well a s t he t r a nspor t at ion budget s. T he administration cut its Tier 1 project list–projects considered imperative by $344,000 to stay within budget confines. Projects like security vestibules were trimmed.

The district has found savings in its energy budget, which Richardson, who said it was a “slight risk,” cut $316,666 from $3 million to $2.7 million. The dist r ict’s energy initiatives, headed by energy education specialist John Blair, along with a mild winter, helped decrease that budget.

An area of concern is out of district busing, which has seen exponential increases in just a couple years. The district spent $101,935 in 2015-16 for that busing; that figure is projected to

be $610,100 for the 2017-18 school year, and that may not be enough to cover those costs.

The district receives aid in lieu of transportation (AIL) for these students from the state. Richardson said the district has 409 students who receive Aid In Lieu of funds, although she is still going through applications and that number will likely increase before the end of the school year. She is projecting the district will have 690 AIL students next school year.

Families who send their children to private schools 2 to 20 miles from their homes are entitled to busing. If the district cannot provide transportation, it must pay those families $884 per child to cover the cost of transporting their children themselves. There wasn’t a breakdown available of where those students attended school.

Board member Thomas Colucci asked if the AIL is becoming unmanageable.

“It’s not unmanageable, but we have to manage it,” Richardson said. “It’s the law.” The district needs to find ways to not take money away from their public school students’ educations, she added.

The budget hearing is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on April 25 in the Jackson Memorial High School Fine Arts Auditorium.

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Health:

Continued From Page 1 our congressmen vote no on the American Health Care Act until they can guarantee that those covered by Medicaid will not lose their coverage and no move to block grants will leave New Jersey without the funds to offer the health care our poorest and most disabled need,” she said, reading from a statement. The block grants are the funding mechanism that states get reimbursed.

The other concern was that there are plans to change the formula for seniors to buy care, she said. The new plan would give money based on age alone, rather than an amount that fluctuates based on age, income and other factors. The result of that would mean a decrease in aid for those who earn the least, she said. The AARP has already expressed its disdain for this portion of it.

She said that the congressmen serving Ocean County want to do what is best for them, but are feeling pressured by Republican colleagues to vote along partisan lines. She wanted the Freeholders to either write a letter or resolution urging the congressmen to vote against the American Health Care Act. The Freeholders did not agree to write to the congressmen. At least, not until seeing the final form of the act.

Freeholder Director Joseph Vicari said that the freeholders are kept abreast of the issue with the director of social services to determine how this will affect residents. “Our top priority is to monitor this,” he said.

Administrator Carl Block said that the version of the American Health Care Act that has been circulated is only a draft. There are still nego-

tiations that need to take place before it comes to a vote.

“It’s a vastly, vastly complicated issue,” Freeholder John Bartlett said. He noted problems of Obama’s Affordable Care Act, including people waiting around until they have a pre-existing condition before they buy insurance.

Another resident, Gary Black, said the Republican bill is a step in the right direction. “It’s not a proposal. I would call it an outline,” he said. “I don’t want to see anybody lose health care. No one does. But the problems have to be fixed.

You can’t jump on board the Titanic and pretend nothing’s wrong.”

Both Vicari and Black repeated the quote that then-Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi said about the lengthy Affordable Care Act, where she famously stated “We have to vote on it first before we can read it.”

This quote was actually taken out of context.

The actual quote was “But we have to pass the bill so that you can find out what is in it, away from the fog of the controversy.” The “you” in the quote was not directed to other members of Congress, but to the group she was addressing, the National Association of Counties. It was about getting the vote out of the House so that a final form could be brought to the Senate.

(Bills relating to finance have to originate in the House.)

In previous public meetings, Freeholder John Kelly expressed that he did not want to see people with existing conditions left without health care. Rep. Tom MacArthur’s (R-3) said at a town hall that any health care bill would need to continue to cover residents up to age 26, cover pre-existing conditions, and “not pull the rug out from under the working poor.”

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Continued From Page 1 children,” Martin said.

“I want for my children what my father wanted for us, to keep the integrity, beauty, wonder that is Jackson,” he said.

The ordinance was approved by the planning board back on March 6, found to be consistent with the township’s master plan and other land use laws.

Members of council as well as the public took exception to the accusations of being anti-Semitic, since the dorms would be used by orthodox students.

“Today I sit on this dais with a heavy heart. While I respect and welcome all ethnicities, religions and cultures who pass through our borders and call Jackson home, I am deeply concerned how in one breath Jackson is portrayed as a diverse, welcoming, tolerant community, and with the same breath is called anti-Semitic because of a difference of opinion,” councilman Barry Calogero said. “The reality is, the ordinance isn’t against any specific race or religion, and only a bigoted person would think as much.”

The ordinance preserves the township and keeps out sprawl, Calogero continued.

The audience was packed, with persons spilling out the side doors of the main meeting room during that March 16 council meeting. Only a handful of Orthodox Jewish men attended. Those that spoke agreed that they too do not want to see overdevelopment and sprawl in Jackson.

They escaped Lakewood, wanting better lives for their families.

This ordinance isn’t the way to do that, they said.

Rabbi Avi Schnall is a Brooklyn transplant to Lakewood and director of the NJ office of Agudath Israel of America, described on his LinkedIn page as a grassroots advocacy group that represents Orthodox Jews, including 250,000 nonpublic school children.

“Every single member of the Orthodox community that moved to Jackson moved here for the quality of life. I believe if you ask every member of the Orthodox community if they want to have a building in their backyard, they’re going to tell you no,” Schnall said. “I know that every single member of the Orthodox community, if you ask them, if they want to have a dormitory in their back yard, they will tell you no.”

The Jackson Times, March 25, 2017, Page 5 Schnall said residents fear overdevelopment. He asked why that issue wasn’t being addressed directly, but rather, residents’ sprawl fears will be solved by banning a dormitory from being built next to Great Adventure.

The audience members said yes. But Schnall said very few people live in dormitories and don’t have cars.

“I am 100 percent in support of this ordinance. What I am against is the way that it came about. Everybody up here has said they’re not anti-Semitic, and quite honestly, I believe them. I don’t believe anybody has malignant intentions, I don’t believe anyone is truly anti-Semitic in this town. I don’t know what is going on in people’s minds, I don’t believe it’s really an anti-Semitic issue. However, this was not something that was addressed two years ago or five years ago or 10 years ago.

It is something which is being addressed directly as a result of more Jews moving into the town,” Isaac Tawil said.

Tawil, an Orthodox Jew, addressed council saying he has never been reached out to by any of them, and neither has the Jewish community. He moved from Lakewood to Jackson, as did many of his friends, who fled the overpopulation and congestion. The administration needs to have a dialogue with the Jewish community and get them to support a stop of overdevelopment, he said.

“We do have needs. They’re going to have to be addressed. Read all the social media and then tell me there’s really no anti-Semitism. There is,” Tawil said, adding that no one who addressed council came off that way. “You guys have a terrible outlook of who we are.”

Joel Ross is a Fed Ex driver who relocated his family from Brooklyn to Jackson in 2010. His job takes him to places where the overdevelopment and overpopulation leads to crime and violence.

He said he has new neig hbors i n his Brookwood neighborhood and he’s reached out.

“I don’t get to interact with you because you’re not reaching back out. You can’t come up here and make these general statements because I’m willing to reach out. I have reached out. I’ve said ‘hi’ and I’ve just been passed by like I don’t exist,” Ross said. “But the only time someone reached out to me from [the Orthodox] community was when you walked on my property and asked my wife to sell our home to you.”

March 14 Snow Cost Ocean County $150,000

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Although most parts of Ocean County were washed out rather than snowed in, the storm that came through on March 14 was still expensive, officials said.

The nor ther n section of the county–including Plumsted, Jackson, and Lakewood–had considerable snowfall, Freeholder Gerry Little said. The total cost of the storm was about $150,000.

After the meeting, road supervisor Thomas Curcio was able to break down the costs further. The county used 1,650 tons of salt. At $63.27 a ton, this added up to $104,395. There was 1,611.25 hours of overtime for Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and overnight into Wednesday morning, amounting to $49,448.25. The cost of brine on the roads is about 10 cents a gallon. It cost $7,700 for 77,000 gallons.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

FeAtuReD LetteR Assembly Should Vote In Favor Of Stroke Bill Stroke kills nearly 3,500 people in New Jersey every year and causes lifelong disabilities for thousands more. Patients who receive treatment in the first 3 hours after stroke symptoms appear have the best chance of not only surviving, but of resuming daily life with limited lingering problems.

Sadly, too many stroke patients do not receive timely care. They are left to wait in emergency rooms for hours, or taken to hospitals that are not equipped to treat their conditions, wasting precious minutes and hours.

As a stroke survivor, I believe that New Jersey stroke patients deserve better.

On February 27, the Senate Budget Committee voted yes on a bill that would improve the stroke

system of care in New Jersey. It would ensure that hospitals that identify themselves as stroke centers have the necessary pieces in place to treat stroke patients in a timely manner. It would also ensure that EMS providers have protocols in place to identify a strokes and transport the patient to the appropriate facility in a timely manner.

I encourage the leadership of the Assembly to post this bill soon and members of the Assembly to vote in favor of it so that stroke patients receive the best care possible. Strokes won’t wait, neither should you.

Patty Lang Volunteer American Heart Association American Stroke Association

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Christie’s Budget Plan Promotes Continued Growth

The governor’s plan protects both taxpayers and businesses by meeting our fiscal obligations without raising taxes. It also keeps our commitment to fund the pension system.

The slow but steady progress we have by implementing vital reforms have provided the predictable and stable environment businesses require to grow and create jobs.

This proposal keeps New Jersey on the path for continued growth.

David Rible Assembly Republ ican Conference Leader

Christie’s In La La Land!

Chris Christie made it clear with his budget address that he is not in touch with reality. It’s time for him to get out of La La Land and face the real world.

Just because he says something doesn’t make it true.

He says New Jersey’s economy is booming, but it’s not.

Being one of the slowest states to recover from the greatest economic crisis of the last 80 years isn’t something to crow about.

He says he implemented tax fairness, but he hiked taxes on middle and lower income New Jerseyans and cut taxes for the rich.

He says he’ll increase infrastructure spending,

Letters To The Editor but for the last 7 years he’s raided $1 billion in clean energy funds, costing New Jersey over $3 billion in potential economic growth and 10,000 jobs.

And now he wants to spend $300 million to renovate his office, but struggles to find $20 million to save NJ children from lead poisoning.

Christie and the Legislature have to stop repeating the mistakes of the past. It’s not too late to turn it around, but we have to start now.

David Pringle Campaign Director Clean Water Action New Jersey

Deliver What Was Promised Regarding the Mill Creek Road Community Center i n Bea ch Haven West , demolished after damage from Superstorm Sandy in October 2012, this is our understanding of the controversy surrounding its replacement.

After officials reported that the community center could not be restored, actor Alec Baldwin donated $250,000. Then and for the next year, the understanding was that the money would help pay to replace the Mill Creek Road community center. That also was how local newspapers and the governor reported the gift.

Neither the mayor nor the township council clarified the donation’s intent as they repeatedly reassured BHW residents the community center would be

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replaced. There even was talk about inviting Baldwin to the ribbon-cutting.

At one poi nt, we re call plans being drawn, bids sought, received and opened, but a contract was not awarded because of high cost.

More than a year later, a bonding ordinance was introduced at a council meeting, revealing plans were underway for a Bay Avenue community center as well as a smaller building (800-square feet) on Mill Creek Road. The reasons for that decision had not been discussed with citizens actively involved in the Mill Creek Road center. The lack of communication created discontent.

Initially, fi nances were the reason given for the switch in plans, specifically uncer tainty about insurance reimbursement on the Mill Creek Road building. At a Beach Haven West Civic Association (BHWCA) meeting, Mayor John Spodofora explained that the council decided a center on Bay Avenue was more prudent because of flood-zone issues, primarily the need to offer services during a flood crisis.

He vowed, however, that he was committed to providing Beach Haven West residents with a replacement building. He repeated that promise several times in ensuing months, even after a resident told him that he doubted the building would ever be built.

Whenever asked about the status of the Mill Creek Road replacement, the official answer was that once the Bay Avenue building was complete, work would commence in Beach Haven West.

The mayor appointed a committee of five BHW residents to provide input on the replacement plan.

He produced an architectural drawing at the fi rst meeting, also attended by Councilman Alan Smith.

Changes were requested,

including adding a stove, and the committee was told it would meet again to review those changes.

To our surprise, the mayor decided in September not to meet again with the citizen committee. He said he and council members were not pleased with how the fi rst meeting transpired. At a September council meeting, the council was polled on their reported displeasure. Smith either did not respond or his response was not heard; the other four council members said they had no problem or awareness of the meeting in question.

The lingering issue is providing a stove in the new MCR facility. The BHWCA as simply asking to regain what was lost; t he mayor a nd cou ncil members maintain a stove installation is cost prohibitive. Recently, some have muddied the debate by saying we insist on a gas stove, thus hiking costs to run a gas line. Not true.

Our request is for what we lost - an electric stove with oven.

A sore spot in this controversy is last year’s purchase of the Pine Street b u i l d i n g a t a c o s t of $225,000 with anticipated significant repairs. On Jan. 24, Township Administrator Jim Moran announced that the township received a $140,000 FEMA grant to refurbish the Pine Street building. He explained that this was because the adjacent Bay Avenue building was deemed an alternate site to the center lost in a flood zone.

Noteworthy is that only recently, we heard that FEMA would not allow building a community center in a flood zone. Previously, we were told that the governing body decided Bay Avenue was a wiser location and solicited, then received FEMA approval to relocate the center.

At the November 29 council meeting, the mayor said (Letters - See Page 18)

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

Dancer Bills On Nursery Businesses, Senior Freeze Advance Capitol Comments Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer 12th Legislative District, Serving Jackson

TRENTON – A bill protecting New Jersey nurserymen and commercial growers, sponsored by Assemblyman Ron Dancer, cleared the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee. The bill (A3031), approved by a 5-0 vote, prevents the New Jersey State Forest Nursery from selling landscape plants and trees below market value.

“Right now, state-r un nurseries have a competitive advantage, but this

pro-jobs, pro-business bill levels the playing field for the hard-working private nurserymen in the Garden State,” said Dancer (R— Ocean). “The state should be focused on promoting and protecting New Jersey business, not under-cutting them and driving them out of business.”

The Department of Environmental Protection operates the state nursery, which opened in 1982 to propagate and sell indigenous plants

for forest restoration.

“The state nursery exists to provide a source for suitable native plants for reforestation projects. They do their mission well, but they should not be in direct competition with private plant-sellers in the marketplace,” said Dancer, whose bill also prohibits the state nursery from selling forestry stock for use in landscaping or for ornamental or aesthetic purposes.

Committee advances Dancer bill mandating native plants in state landscape projects When the state plants vegetation for land management, reforestation or habit restoration, it will be required to use native plants under Assemblyman

Ron Dancer’s bill which advanced from the Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.

“Indigenous plants are more likely to survive and thrive in local conditions,” said Dancer (R—Ocean).

“The installation of plants that are naturally suited to New Jersey’s environment and soils reduces the costs for maintenance and replacement.”

The bill (A1698) requires the state to purchase native plants for projects and provides preference for New Jersey businesses. It passed with a 5-0 vote.

“In the long run, this will save taxpayers’ money and benefit the environment,” Dancer said. “Native plants provide natural habitats for

birds and animals that are common to the area, and don’t require harmful chemicals and pesticides, safeguarding our water supplies from contamination.”

A version of Dancer’s bill cleared the Assembly in January 2015.

Dancer bill improving senior freeze program advances Homeowners qualifying for the state’s senior freeze program will realize the tax savings as a credit toward their final two tax bills of the year under Assemblyman Dancer’s bill voted out of the Assembly State and Local Government Committee.

The bill (A4608) passed with a 5-0 vote.

“This is a more efficient method to help seniors with

New Jersey’s infamous property taxes,” said Dancer (R— Ocean). “It doesn’t make sense to force homeowners struggling on fixed incomes to make tax payments they can hardly afford only to reimburse them down the road.

By modernizing the process, we can create direct savings for the taxpayers and the state saves money with reduced administrative costs.”

Under Dancer’s bill, the homestead property tax reimbursement program, known as senior freeze, will mirror the homestead property tax benefit. Homeowners in a cooperative or continuing care community, who do not directly pay property taxes, will receive a rebate payment from the state.

Allen, Bateman, Thompson Bills To Reduce Food Waste Advanced By Senate Panel

A trio of bills sponsored

by Senator Diane Allen (R-Burlington), Senator Christopher “Kip” Bateman (R-Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon) and Senator Sam Thompson (R-Burlington, Middlesex, Ocean, Monmouth) aimed at reducing waste by encouraging more donation and recycling of food were advanced by the Senate Environment Committee.

“Unfortunately, there are

still many in New Jersey that struggle to find the next meal for their families,” Allen said. “We hope that by cutting back on waste at our schools and other institutions we can get more food to people who need it.”

Allen’s bill, S-2360, provides for the establishment of voluntary guidelines to encourage school districts and institutions to donate excess food to local food assistance programs. The

guidelines will provide information about what kind of food schools can donate and how to incorporate lessons about the need for food assistance programs into their curriculum.

The second bill, S-3030, sponsored by Bateman, is similar but focuses on providing information about how to reduce, recover and recycle food waste in schools.

In addition to feeding hun-

gry families, the bills also look to tackle some of the environmental issues related to food waste. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), unwanted and discarded food squanders resources, including water, land, energy, labor, and capital. When food waste is dumped in a landfill, it rots and creates methane, which is a powerful greenhouse gas.

“Before we can start collecting donations, we need to help schools identify opportunities to save it from going in the trashcan first,” Bateman said. “We need to start teaching kids from a young age about ways to cut back on food waste so they can help feed the hungry and protect the environment.”

Thompson’s legislation, S-3026, expands liability protections for food donations and gleaning activities

and clarifies existing law to ensure potential donors aren’t scared away by the possibility of lawsuits.

“I’m sure a lot of people don’t even know about these kinds of protections,” Thompson said. “As long the food meets a few requirements, it should be going to food banks and to families in need. I think this is an important step we can take in fighting against food insecurity.”

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Jackson Township Breeds A Family Of Eagles

–Photo courtesy Marge Eisenschmied Above, Eagle Scouts Alex Eisenschmied, Andrew Eisenschmied and Matthew Eisenschmied.

At left, Andrew Eisenschmied’s completed Eagle Scout Project at Carl W. Goetz Middle School in Jackson.

JACKSON – For the Eisenschmied Family of Jackson, the Eagle has landed – three times!

This past Sunday, the youngest of the Eisenschmied trio of Eagle Scouts, Andrew, earned his formal Eagle Scout Court of Honor. He follows in the footsteps of older brothers Matthew and Alex, who also achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in 2011 and 2015, respectively.

It is said that for every 100 boys that begin the scouting journey, only three make it to the pinnacle of Eagle Scout. In this family, they’re batting 1,000.

The young men are part of Troop 82, Jersey Shore Council, and attribute their accomplishment to a wonderful troop under the leadership of Scoutmaster Brian McAllister, the supportive community in Jackson and their parents, Martin and Margaret.

A number of dignitaries attended Andrew’s ceremony, including Brian Morgan of the Jackson School District, Councilman Scott Martin, Lt. Sean Mehrlander and Sgt. First Class Sean Hybbeneth of the New Jersey State Police and Jim Miller of the Grand Order of Masons of New Jersey.

For his Eagle Scout project, Andrew collaborated with Carl W. Goetz Middle School in the Jackson School District to construct a retaining wall and reconfigure the entrance

area to the school. The project involved securing installation of the granite Goetz sign, clearing and leveling the area, laying out and building the Allan Block retaining wall to prevent water from running on to the main entrance sidewalk, and landscaping the area. He hopes that many will enjoy the beautiful, safe and updated entrance to the Goetz Middle School. The walkway will remain dry and safe for its visitors for years to come.

A 2016 graduate of Jackson Memorial High School, Andrew currently attends Rowan University’s Rohrer College of Business where he is majoring in finance and business information systems. He is in the Bantivoglio Honors Concentration and earned Dean’s List in his first semester of college. His brother Alex attends Rutgers University and is majoring in physics. He has also made the Dean’s List and is in the SAS Honors Program. Matthew graduated from Rowan University with a degree in Chemical Engineering from the Bantivoglio Honors Concentration and works for a major pharmaceutical company in South Jersey.

All three credit the life lessons learned on the trail to Eagle as a major contributor to their success in life so far. As the Boy Scouts know, there is no such thing as a former Eagle – once an Eagle, always an Eagle for life.

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BRICK – Jersey Shore Animal Center is pairing up with My Creative Canvas and having a Paint & Sip Fundraiser for the animals 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.

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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.

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Jackson Township Awarded $15K For Disabled Residents’ Programs

JACKSON – Jackson Township was one of 29 New Jersey municipalities to receive grant money through the Recreational Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities (ROID) program.

The Department of Community Affairs awarded Jackson Township with a $15,000 grant to be used throughout the year on integrated recreation and leisure activities for disabled residents, including sports, bowling, arts and crafts, cooking and horseback riding.

ROID grants ensure that necessary accommodations are made for full inclusion of individuals with disabilities participating in municipal and county recreation programs.

The grants also help local governments in meeting Americans with Disabilities Act requirements.

A range of athletic, performing arts and leisure activities are provided through the ROID program, including after-school programs, team sports, visual arts, storytelling and

cooking classes. These activities emphasize positive reinforcement, social interaction and community awareness for children and adults with disabilities.

“Recreation plays an integral role in the lives and rehabilitation of people with disabilities,” said Community Affairs Commissioner Charles A. Richman. “These grants offer physically-challenged children and adults a variety of athletic opportunities to enhance their lives.”

Created in 1978, the ROID program offers two grants to assist municipalities and counties in delivering both short-term special events and comprehensive, integrated recreational services for individuals with disabilities. The comprehensive grant supports continuous, integrated recreation and leisure service programs and the special event grant funds short-term events that fulfil a specific community need. Each grant requires a 20 percent cash match.

Dog Helps Jackson Resident Escape Mobile Home Blaze

JACKSON – At 3:08 a.m. on March 5 the Jackson Police Department received a 911 call regarding a structural fire at 109 First Street, in the Southwind Mobile Home Development off East Veterans Highway.

Upon an officer ’s arrival, the sole homeowner and his dog were already outside the residence. The homeowner indicated he emptied his ashtray into the garbage can prior to going to sleep and was awoken about an hour later when his dog Marley jumped on his bed to get his attention.

The homeowner then noticed smoke in the air, an orange glow coming from

the kitchen area and the smoke detectors going off. He and the dog were able to exit the mobile home through a bedroom window without sustaining any injuries.

Jackson Fire Companies Station 55, 56 and 57 responded, along with Jackson First Aid. The Ocean County Fire Marshall also responded and assisted with the investigation. Jackson Police Officers DeLaTorre, Kafton and Daniels responded and assisted.

A portion of the mobile home development and East Veterans Highway were closed to all traffic until approximately 6:30 a.m.

Adult Paint Party At VFW Post 4703

JACKSON – The VFW District 12 Auxiliary is having a Paint Party on April 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Post 4703, 54 Magnolia Drive.

Price is $40 and includes food. A cash bar

is available.

Please call or email Vicki for tickets at 848-448-2658 or vickiredwine@verizon. net

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National Nutrition Month Event At Ocean County Connection

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program is hosting its annual special event celebrating March as National Nutrition Month.

The event will be at the Ocean County Mall’s County Connection Store, 1201 Hooper Ave., on March 30 and 31 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Nutritionists and dietitians from the Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) will be on hand promoting this year’s themes, which include “Put Your Best Fork Forward” and “Healthy Eating/ Healthy Lifestyle.”

Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health said, “This year we have two great themes for our special National Nutrition Month event. Come out and learn firsthand from the experts how to make informed choices and develop sound eating and physical activity habits.”

In addition to all the informative healthy eating and lifestyle tips, staff will be promoting the many services WIC provides

to eligible applicants. Daniel E. Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator, said, “The WIC Program offers supplemental nutritious foods to pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to the age of five. It also includes nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding promotion and support, immunization screening and health care referrals.”

Meg McCarthy-Klein, OCHD Nutrition Program Coordinator added, “Feeding a family a healthy meal on a budget can be challenging but there are solutions.

Our nutrition experts will be available during this two day event to educate and offer guidance to get you on the path to a healthier diet and lifestyle.”

For any questions regarding the National Nutrition Month event or WIC Program, please call 732-341-9700, ext. 7520 or 732-370-0122 You can also visit the Health Department website at ochd.org, follow the Health Department on Twitter @OCpublichealth or like the Health Department on Facebook.

Fire Board Commends Local UPS Driver

LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, Fire Chief Mike D’Elia Jr., Chief Officers, and members of the Lakewood Fire Department commend the quick actions of local United Parcel Service driver Tim Snyder for his courageous actions on March 9.

At approximately 3 p.m., Snyder was going about his deliveries in the West Gate community when a heavy smoke condition in front of a residence caught his eye. Snyder promptly pulled his truck over and rushed to investigate. Upon discovering flames coming from the bushes in front of the home, he quickly

grabbed a fire extinguisher from his vehicle and suppressed the fire. These actions contained the fire, prevented it from spreading to the home and provided those few extra critical minutes for the Lakewood Fire Department to arrive on the scene and safely extinguish the fire.

Second Assistant Fire Chief Steve Mulholland stated: “There is no question that Mr. Snyder’s quick thinking and brave action contributed in a significant way toward saving the home from going up in flames. Mr. Snyder certainly deserves our thanks and appreciation.”

Pasta Night At Crestwood Village VII

WHITING – Whiting Village at Crestwood VII is hosting a pasta night on April 20 from 5 to 9 p.m. at 1 Falmouth Ave. Tickets are $10 per person and will be sold at Fernwood Hall on Monday from 9 to 11 a.m. or at the village office from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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Jackson Branch Library’s April Technology Classes

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch Library is offering the following technology workshops for adults in April.

“Microsoft Excel Basics,” April 3 at 2 p.m.

Learn how to get started using this powerful spreadsheet tool. Participants must have mouse and keyboard skills.

“Microsoft Word Basics,” April 7 at 10 a.m. and April 18 at 10 a.m. Learn how to use MS Word to create and format a document. Participants must be comfortable using a computer mouse. Participants should register for only one session.

“Top Notch Resumes I: The Basics,” April 8 at 10:30 a.m. Get some great resume-writing tips to help present the best resume to potential employers. This class is funded by the NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development Career Connections grant.

“Microsoft PowerPoint,” April 11 at 2 p.m. Learn the basics of creating an eye-catching and informative presentation.

Participants must have mouse and keyboard skills.

“Microsoft Excel Formulas,” April 12 at

2 p.m. The advanced MS Excel class. Participants must have mouse and keyboard skills, and some experience using Excel.

“Spotlight On: Windows 10,” April 24 at 2 p.m. Those with questions about Windows 10 can ask them. Participants should bring their own laptops.

“NJ Career Connections: Navigating the Path to Employment,” April 27 at 2 p.m.

Those looking for a new job can learn to use the powerful NJ Career Connections website. This class is funded by the NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development Career Connections grant.

“Computers 101,” April 28 at 2 p.m.

This class will provide an overview of the mouse, keyboard, files and folders, saving documents, and other concepts for new computer users.

Registration is required for each of the above workshops. To sign up, call 732928-4400 or go online to theoceancounty library.org.

The Jackson Branch Library is located at 2 Jackson Drive.

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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING SCHEDULE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Commissioners of Fire District No. 2 in the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, shall hold regular meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 8:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted below, at the Miller Avenue Firehouse, 785 Miller Avenue, Jackson, New Jersey on the following dates: Thursday, April 13, 2017 Thursday, May 11, 2017 Thursday, June 8, 2017 Thursday, July 13, 2017 Thursday, August 10, 2017 Thursday, September 14, 2017 Thursday, October 12, 2017 Thursday, November 9, 2017 Thursday, December 14, 2017 Thursday, January 11, 2018 Thursday, February 8, 2018 Thursday, March 8, 2018 (reorganization meeting) John Poppe, Secretary The Commissioners of Fire District No. 2 Township of Jackson, County of Ocean

JACKSON – Join the maker movement.

Visit the Jackson branch library to enjoy arts and crafts workshops, exhibits and displays and an artist reception. Workshops are for adults 18 and older and require registration in advance. To register, call 732-928-4400.

The library is open Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Exhibit: Pysanky Eggs Exhibit, March 1 to April 1. From March 1 to April 1, the beautiful Pysanka eggs by the artist, Jenny Santa Maria, will be exhibited in the display cases on the first floor of the library. This exhibit will be available for view any time the library is open. Drop in during normal library hours. Call first to make sure room is available.

Exhibit: Westlake Watercolor Group Exhibit, April 4 through May 9, library meeting room. Experience the beauty of watercolors with artist Tomo Kitajima and the Westlake Watercolor Group. The Westlake Watercolor Group Exhibit will be on

view in the Library Meeting Room. Drop in during normal library hours. Call first to make sure room is available.

Workshop: Silhouette Cut & Custom Cards, April 5 at 10:30 a.m. or 2 p.m.

Looking for the perfect spring, Easter or Passover greeting? Join the library to create a custom card in the maker space. Registration required. Seating is limited.

Artist reception: Meet the Artists from the Westlake Watercolor Group, April 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. Paintings will feature a variety of subjects, landscapes, still life, etc.

Watercolor Workshop for Adults, Presented by Tomo Kitajima, April 19 at 10 a.m. Learn how pigments and water play together. Participants must bring three round watercolor brushes, sizes 8, 12 & 16 to class. Registration is required. Seating is limited.

For more information, call the Jackson Branch library at 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

CONTACT Hosts 32nd Annual Spring Luncheon And Mega Gift Auction

TOMS RIVER – CONTACT of Monmouth & Ocean Counties will host its 32nd annual Mega Gift Auction and spring preview Fashion Show

by Chico’s of Freehold on May 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Ramada Inn between Routes 9 and 70.

Participants will enjoy a three-course lunch, as well as door prizes and a jumbo 50/50 raffle.

A $48 donation includes the lunch, fashion show and $5 of auction tickets. All proceeds benefit CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties, the 24/7 crisis intervention & suicide prevention helpline.

For tickets and information, call CONTACT at 732-240-6104 or mail a check to P.O. Box 1121, Toms River, NJ 08754.

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Jackson Residents Among Park System Honorees

MONMOUTH COUNTY – It was all about the volunteers on March 5 when the Monmouth County park system held its Annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony at Hominy Hill Golf Course, Colts Neck.

Throughout the year, 997 people volunteered a total of 23,294 hours assisting the park system with recreation programs, special events and park facilities. During the event, Park System staff honored 152 volunteers who gave more than 40 hours in the past year.

A poignant moment came when the park system recognized volunteers who hit milestones in their service hours. Gerry Lingner of Long Branch and Alex Osnato of North Middletown each gave more than 3,000 hours and James Henry of Lincroft crossed the 9,000 hours mark. Henry is a dedicated volunteer who gives his time freely, gardening in several parks, helping lead the Trails Team, and assisting with volunteer training and at numerous events throughout the year.

Working as a team with park system staff, volunteers can be found helping in countless ways. They act as historic interpreters and demonstrators at Historic Longstreet Farm and Historic Walnford, serve as leaders on bus trips to sporting and cultural events, and assist in offices. They are invaluable to the park system’s therapeutic horseback riding program by assisting riders during individual lessons. Volunteers can also be found acting as docents, participating in

Upcoming Events At Jackson Chamber Of Commerce

JACKSON –The Jackson Chamber of Commerce will host a celebration in the Cooks Landing Center on County Line Road on April 28 and 29, including a ribbon cutting for new member Innovative Martial Arts.

Lakeland Bank, formerly Harmony Bank, on 2100 West County Line Road will be hosting a business mixer and ribbon cutting on May 8 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wine, cheese and other refreshments will be served.

The chamber also reminds current and new members that the cut-off date for 2017 membership is April 11 to ensure placement in the directory.

Advertising space is available in the 2017-2018 Jackson Township 2-year map, which is distributed free of charge to residents, community organizations and local businesses.

For additional information, please contact the Jackson Chamber of Commerce at 732833-0005 or jcinfo@jacksonchamber.com.

Molly Pitcher Stamp Club Meetings

FR EEHOLD – T he Molly Pitcher Stamp Club meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the back of the Hope Lutheran Church, 211 Elton Adelphi Road. There is a stamp auction and visitors are welcome.

beach clean-ups, gardening, maintaining trails, and serving as educators in the Beach Nesting Bird Monitor program. They help make special events and races such as WinterFest, the Wind & Sea Festival and the Woods Hollow Bike Race run smoothly as well as assist with programs and camps. The park system is grateful to each and every one of its volunteers for his or her service.

Local volunteers who gave more than 40 hours in 2016 are: Jodee Anderson, Point Pleasant; Denise Bixby, Howell; Janice Blake, Freehold; Janet Breslin, Jackson; Mitchell Bundschuh, Freehold; Hanna Ceppaluni, Freehold; Helen Cole, Freehold; Bethany Darby, Brick; Barbara Duggan, Freehold; Barbara Finazzo, Jackson; Cheryl Fulmer, Freehold; Cheryl Greenfield, Free-

hold; Donna Hansen, Freehold; Ralph Maratea, Lakewood; Thomas Puskar, Howell; Alexa Setteducati, Brick; Margaret Swan, Brick; Anna-Marie Van Brunt, Jackson; Elaine Weigl, Barnegat; and Lewis Whitaker, Howell.

To learn about Park System volunteers, visit MonmouthCountyParks.com or call 732-842-4000.

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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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The association between cardiovascular health and hearing health has never been stronger. It’s all about blood circulation throughout the body.

Circulatory problems have the ability to affect any number of bodily processes, particularly in the most delicate areas of the body — like the cochlea, the delicate inner-ear organ responsible for sending sound signals to the brain. Conditions that restrict blood supply to the cochlea can starve the inner ear of necessary oxygen and permanently damage hearing.

Cardiovascular Disease: Cardiovascular disease causes hardening of the arteries, which affects your circulation and, in turn, could affect your hearing. The Ear, Nose, and Throat Institute believes that the link between hearing loss and cardiovascular disease is due to the inner ear’s sensitivity to circulation. The disease causes hardening of the arteries, which affects your circulation and, in turn, your hearing.

Diabetes: If you have a history of heart disease, it is essential to have a baseline hearing evaluation to monitor changes in your hearing throughout the course of the disease. Also, those with diabetes — particularly type 2 — are at a greater risk of heart disease and stroke, making them vulnerable to hearing loss. Studies show hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes compared to those without. High blood glucose levels linked with diabetes could cause damage to the small blood vessels in the inner ear. The inner ear is essential in allowing the brain to properly process sounds.

Hypertension: High blood pressure can lead to problems in the organs affected, especially the delicate cochlea. Because of how small the cochlea is, the veins and arteries carrying blood through the cochlea are among the tiniest in the body — and therefore important to protect in order to preserve healthy hearing.

Quit Hurting Your Hearing: Smoking We know that genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors help determine a person’s

risk of hearing loss — and that includes smoking.

In a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, cigarette smoking was determined to be a factor in the development of hearing loss. Current smokers are 1.69 times as likely to have a hearing loss as nonsmokers, and nonsmokers who live with a smoker are more likely to have a hearing loss than those who are not exposed to secondhand smoke.

Those who smoke a pack a day for 40 years are 1.27 times as likely to have a hearing loss as those with who smoke a pack a day for 10 years.

Healthy Hearing Is Happy Hearing Many with hearing loss choose not to engage in social activities because the stigma associated with it is embarrassing, despite the fact that treatment is likely to improve their social lives.

According to a study by the National Council on Aging, in which 2,090 close family members or friends of the hearing impaired were asked a parallel set of questions (both before and after treatment), benefits of treatment with hearing aids were significant, offering improvements in many areas of life ranging from relationships and social life to sense of independence.

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Special Needs Workshop For Parents

JACKSON –Regional Day School’s Parent Support Group Meeting on March 29 will host a special presentation on at 6 p.m. in the multi-purpose room, 890 Toms River Road.

Bonnie Wright, Esq., who is with the law firm of Hanlon, Neiman & Wright in Freehold, will present information on guardianship, special needs trusts and wills.

This workshop is open to all parents of children with special needs, as well as any staff member of the Manchester Township School District. Professional development hours will be provided to staff and light refreshments will be served.

If you have any questions, please contact Renee or Robin at the Regional Day School.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. When we think of crying, we usually relate it to grief, pain (whether it be emotional or physical), shame and sometimes, even guilt. We cry for a lot of reasons.

Sometimes we cry because “I’ll never let go, Jack” happens in a movie. When I was pregnant with my daughter Samara in 1989, I remember crying at some totally inappropriate moment during the whale movie, Orca. It was so odd, but to this day I recall how good it felt to let those tears out and blow my nose.

It’s funny looking back. Personally, I’m not a crier. It takes a lot, but I have, and I do, and on occasion it’s provoked by normal things such grief, or the fear of losing someone I love, or if I really, really hurt myself. I once started crying after pain induced by cutting open my finger while chopping an onion.

Any type of emotional surge, whether it is positive or negative, can trigger tears. When we’ve finished crying, we feel so much better! That feeling of relief you experience after crying comes from “feel-good” hormones and neurotransmitters that are released during the episode. Emotional crying contains “leucine-enkephalin,” an endorphin which improves mood and reduces pain.

Your tears contain endorphins, so when you cry, you can feel yourself start to settle down almost instantly after shedding some tears. As an added effect, our emotional pain tolerance increases after we have cried. This is human nature. Some other interesting benefits associated with crying include enhanced

communication, better coping skills and antibacterial effects. Let me explain: Crying releases stress. Stress-crying releases toxins that assist the body in ridding itself of chemicals that are known to raise cortisol levels. Cortisol is the hormone that puts fat around your belly and so controlling that could contribute to weight loss. Controlling cortisol helps you cope with stress. Do not allow your stress or emotions to remain bottled up inside you.

Tears are antibacterial. As for the killing off of bacteria, an article published by Medical Daily found that tears (which contain lysozyme) can kill up to 95 percent of bacteria in under ten minutes!

Crying improves communication.

Babies cannot speak, so they let you know about their discomfort by crying.

As for adults, seeing another person’s tears quickly sums up the extreme level of anger, frustration or sadness, that words fail to convey. I have a longer article at my website which explains why some people prefer to cry alone in the shower.

Wherever you cry, it would be a disservice to yourself, your mental health and your physical body to prevent the occasional vulnerable state (and euphoria) that emotional crying provides. In order to restore balance to both your body and mind, you should try to embrace the lacrimation. Men especially, it is a sign of a kind-hearted sensitive man and there’s nothing wrong with letting your guard down. It is not a sign of weakness like you might think.

Affiliated Foot & Ankle Center is proud to announce the opening of an additional office in Jackson, N.J. We will be located at Meridian Health Village, in addition to our Howell location. Offering Monday hours beginning on April 3, 2017.

If this location is more convenient for any of our new or existing patients, please do not hesitate to call us at 732-987-5552 or 732-905-1110.

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Families Anonymous Meeting Information TOMS RIVER – Families Anonymous Toms River is an international 12 step, self-help program for parents, grandparents, other family and friends concerned about a loved one’s use of mind-altering substances or behavior problems.

Families Anonymous meetings are open to all. No dues or fees are required.

The group uses f irst names only at

these meetings to preserve individual anonymity. Visitors are welcome. The group meets ever y Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. at St. A nd rews United Methodist Church, 1528 Church Road, Toms River.

For further information, contact the group at 732-864-0548 or via email at FamAnonTR@Comcast.net.

Overeaters Anonymous

JACKSON – Overeaters Anonymous meets twice weekly at DeBows United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 509 Monmouth Road.

Meetings are Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m.

For more information, call the church at 732-928-4475.

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because Bay Avenue was about to open, steps were moving forward regarding Mill Creek Road – drawings were due early this year and construction complete by the end of 2017. At the December 13 council meeting, officials said site work is being done to complete the engineering/architectural details for the Mill Creek Road facility and construction would begin in January.

In the interim, the BHWCA continued to press for a full kitchen. Council members were approached individually; some standing firmly behind the mayor, others were sympathetic to BHW residents.

At a social gathering in December, Councilman Steve Fessler – who had indicated there might be adequate votes to include a stove – said council members now were reluctant but would be receptive to a successful petition drive, already underway. Fessler encouraged a vibrant petition effort.

The petition with 430 names was presented at the January 24 meeting, to which the mayor invited two residents to speak against the BHWCA’s request.

It should be noted that no township g roup or i nd iv idu al ha s eve r be e n

discouraged from joining the effort to replace the Mill Creek Road building, which indeed is a township facility. Was it an asset to the BHW community? Indeed, and we simply expected it to be replaced – and were reassured repeatedly that it would be.

The mayor closed the January 24 meeting by reading a prepared statement, saying he and a unanimous council were putting the Mill Creek Road center on hold as it reviews the existing two community centers’ use and township needs before proceeding.

Thus, we have gone from having the Mill Creek Road center rebuilt to being offered a reduced version to now having the project placed in limbo by a mayor who publicly pledged it would become a reality.

We, the Beach Haven West Civic Association, have closely followed the township’s pledge to rebuild the center and, in good faith, have tried to work with the mayor and council. In the past four years, we have experienced poor, and even no communication, conf licting information, and broken promises.

All we have ever sought is what was lost, and what we were promised.

Dawn Papatheodorou President Beach Haven West Civic Association

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Jackson School District Begins Mandatory Lead Testing In All Buildings

JACKSON – The Jackson Township Board of Education is committed to protecting the health of our students and staff. As required by the Department of Education regulations, all drinking water outlets in our facilities must be sampled for lead. The Jackson Township Board of Education has scheduled the lead drinking water sampling for Liberty High School, Goetz Middle School, Rosenauer Elementary, Johnson Elementary, Crawford Elementary, central administration and transportation for March 11 and Memorial High School, McAuliffe Middle School, Switlik Elementary, Holman Elementary and Elms Elementary for March 19.

Lead can cause serious health problems if too much of it enters the body from drinking water or other sources. Lead is most dangerous for pregnant women, infants, and children under 6 years old.

Exposure to high levels of lead during pregnancy contributes to low birth weight and developmental delays in infants. In young children, lead exposure can lower IQ levels, affect hearing, reduce attention span, and hurt school performance. At very high levels, lead can even cause brain damage.

Lead is rarely found in the source water; rather it enters the drinking water primarily as a result of the corrosion, or wearing away, of materials containing lead in the service line or interior plumbing. These materials include lead-based solder used to join copper pipe, brass and chrome-brass faucets, and in some cases, pipes made of lead that connect buildings to water mains (service lines). Since 1986, all plumbing materials must be “lead free.” The law currently allows plumbing materials to be up to 0.25 percent lead to be labeled as “lead free”. However, prior to January 4, 2014, “lead free” allowed up to 8 percent lead content of the wetted surfaces of plumbing products including those labeled National

Sanitation Foundation (NSF) certified.

Prior to sampling, the Jackson Township Board of Education developed a lead sampling plan and conducted a plumbing profile. The purpose of the plumbing profile was to identify all drinking water outlets and evaluate the plumbing materials of the school to determine if lead solder, lead pipes or a lead service line are present.

The Jackson Township Board of Education Lead Sampling Plan may be found on our website at jacksonsd.org. Visit the “Departments and Programs’’ tab and select “Facilities Department.”

The district anticipates receiving the results from the laboratory within five to seven business days of sampling. Upon receiving the sample results, the Jackson Township Board of Education will inform residents if any of the drinking water outlets had a result greater than the action level of 15 µg/l (parts per billion [ppb]) and will post all of the results on the district website at jacksonsd.org. The results will be used to assist in the prioritization of future water testing for lead in accordance with the districts lead sampling plan.

The Jackson Township Board of Education will also implement immediate remedial measures for any drinking water outlet with a result greater than the action level of 15 µg/l (ppb). This will include turning off the outlet unless it is determined the location must remain on for non-drinking purposes. In these cases, a “DO NOT DRINK – SAFE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY” sign will be posted.

For more information about water quality in our schools, contact Edward Ostroff, director of buildings and grounds at 732833-4653. For information about water quality and sampling for lead at home, contact the local water supplier or refer to the Department of Environmental Protection’s website at nj.gov/dep/watersupply/ dwc-lead-schools.html.

Whiting Station Hosts Annual Whistle Stop Fair

WHITING – Whiting Station’s annual Whistle Stop Fair is on April 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Station Hall, 323 Gardenia Drive, between Schoolhouse and Lacey Roads.

Items for sale include new and gently used household items, books, jewelry, flowers, arts & crafts, home decorations and homemade pies, cakes and cookies.

The Station Café is open for breakfast and lunch and will be serving coffee, tea,

hard rolls, bagels, hot dogs, soup, soda and more.

Proceeds from the Whistle Stop Fair support Whiting Station’s operating budget and the charities it supports, including the Whiting Volunteer Fire Department, Whiting First Aid Squad, American Legion Girls’ and Boys’ Program and Somebody Cares.

The fair is presented by the Whiting Station Residents Club.

Annual Easter Promenade

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – The annual Easter Promenade is April 16 from 10 a.m. to noon on the boardwalk.

Registration starts at 10 a.m. on the boardwalk at the Visitors’ Center.

Flowers will be distributed by mayor and council.

Residents are invited to show off their Easter finery.

Contests and prizes for the best dressed will be awarded. Family entertainment will follow the contest.

FREE RABIES CLINIC

Saturday, April 8, 2017 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Rain or Shine Public Works Garage 10 Don Connor Blvd., Jackson, NJ

Must bring proof of previous rabies vaccination to clinic to receive three year immunization

For 2017 licenses, rabies shots must be valid through Oct. 2017.

2017 Licenses can be purchased by mail or at 65 Don Conner Blvd. M-F. Late fees will apply.

License Applications Will Be Available At Clinic.

Dogs must be on leashes Cats must be in carriers For further information call: Division of Animal Control

732-928-5780

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R.I.S.E. Addiction Recovery Program Begins In Jackson

JACKSON – In January, Jackson Township officials began working on a program to provide Jackson residents with free resources, family support, meetings and an all-encompassing recovery program for those battling substance abuse addiction.

The program comes as an extension of the CFC Loud N Clear Foundation, a local non-profit that has changed the statistics

in neighboring communities and serviced over 5,000 families since conception in 2012. The program is called R.I.S.E.; which addresses Recovery, Intervention, Support, and Education.

On March 9, officials gathered to host a meet and greet which attracted over 75 concerned community members. Official R.I.S.E. meetings will begin on March 30

and take place every Thursday following.

These meetings are free, open to the public and non-denominational, as CFC believes in many roads to recovery – both faithbased and non-faith based.

More meetings will follow as the program grows. For now, Jackson members are encouraged to participate in all CFC Loud N Clear Foundation’s holistic therapies, such

as skills workshops, sober social activities, and recovery coaching.

The following R.I.S.E. meetings will take place at Jackson United Method Church, 68 Bennetts Mills Road: Family crisis meeting (by appointment only) from 6 to 7 p.m.

Family support group from 7 to 9 p.m.

New member intake meeting from 6 to 7 p.m.

SMART Recovery Group, Thursdays at 7 p.m.

Additional meetings will be posted on healingus.org/calendar.

There will also be a free Narcan training event by TOPAC, Paul Ressler on March 29 at 7 p.m. Training will be held at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, 95 West Veterans Highway.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Susan at 732-841-2971 or Patti at 732-425-0231.

New Jersey Nazi Spy Minister Discussion

JACKSON – Residents are invited to the Jackson Branch Library, 2 Jackson Drive, on April 6 at 7 p.m. to hear a fascinating account of a minister who was once a Nazi spy in New Jersey.

After finding a document that ended in “Heil Hitler,” Pastor Frank Watson did some research and wrote about his findings in his book, The Nazi Spy Pastor: Carl Krepper and the War in America.

J. Francis Watson, PhD., is a Lutheran clergyman, historian, and ecclesiastical archivist. He serves as pastor of Christ Lutheran Church in Whiting and as a Lutheran archivist in New Jersey. He is also president of the Lutheran Archives Center at Philadelphia.

Funding for this program is made possible by the Jackson Friends of the Library.

To register, call 732-928-4400 or go online at tinyurl.com/njminister-nazispy.

Fossils Car Club Annual Car Show

JACKSON – Fossils Car Club will host its 29th Annual Car Show on May 21 at Jackson Memorial High School, 101 Don Connor Blvd. Registration is from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and the show is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The show is open to cars of all years, models and makes. Best in show trophies will be given out to 40 cars and 10 specialty award dash plaques will go to the first 250 cars to arrive. There will also be door prizes and a tricky tray auction.

Cost is $12 in advance and $15 on the day of the show. Proceeds will go to various charities.

To register, call Bill Wheeler at 732-9289028.

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David McKeon, the county’s planning director, said that this land was scheduled for development years ago, but that was before the Pinelands Protection Act made development very difficult. Combined with the fact that it is adjacent to

other protected land, it greatly reduced the opportunity for growth there. For these reasons, the county was able to purchase it for a lower price than what 42 acres of prime real estate would go for.

According to county figures, the Ocean County Natural Lands Trust Fund is paid for with a 1.2 cent per $100 of assessed valuation, and generates $8 million annually for land acquisition and farmland preservation.

Free Forensic Investigations Course At Ocean County Police Academy

LAKEWOOD – The Ocean County Police Academy is offering a free, fourday Advanced Forensic Investigations for Hazardous Environments course on May 9 to 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This course addresses response in a hazardous environment, with emphasis on evidence collection and recovery, as well as the paradigm shifts that are

required for crime scene investigators to safely conduct a crime scene investigation in these types of environments.

It is designed so that participants will develop the required knowledge, skills and abilities to investigate a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and high-yield explosive (CBR N E), toxic i ndust r ial chem ical (TIC), or

hazardous environment crime scene for the identification, documentation, presumptive field testing, preservation and collection for laboratory analysis of CBRNE/TIC and non-CBRNE/TIC forensic evidence.

The target audience for the direct delivery version of this course is crime scene investigators (CSIs), crime scene

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The course is being conducted by the Louisiana State University Center for Biomedical Research and Training.

To register, please visit the Ocean Cou nt y Police Academy website at oce a n co u nt y p olice a ca de my.org / e ve nt /a d v - fore n - inve st- for - h a zenvironments.

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15-Minute Child Break Program For Parents

NEW JERSEY – The 15-Minute Child Break is a free, interactive, one hour presentation for parents, grandparents a nd ca reg ive r s who a re conce r ne d about children of any age and substance abuse.

Representatives from the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey will meet with groups on location to deliver this engaging and informative presentation in April and May. Participants will receive age specific information and learn ways to talk to children about substance abuse. In addition to covering underage drinking, marijuana use, and other dr ugs, we also include information on the abuse of prescription drugs and the current heroin/opiate addiction crisis we are facing throughout New Jersey.

The 15-Minute Child Break presentation is supported by research, which demonstrates that kids who communicate regularly with their parents about their daily activities are 67 percent less likely to be involved in substance abuse than children who have little or no communication.

The presentation will cover topics such as: Talking to Your Kids about Dr ugs and Alcohol Inf luence of Media and Pop Culture Effects of Specific Drugs Keeping Your Kids Drug-Free Strengthening Parenting Skills Utilizing Teachable Moments The program is available for businesses at the worksite and for community and parent groups, and is also available in Spanish. If you are interested in bringing the “15 Minute Child Break” presentation to your community, we suggest contacting you r local PTA, chu rch, com mu nit y organization or local business to host the session.

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JACKSON – Jackson Township Depa r t ment of Recreat ion a nd Sen ior Services is offering 2017 discounted season passes for Six Flags Great Adventure, Hurricane Harbor and parking for $79.

Passes will be sold Monday through Friday at the Recreation Department in the back of the Senior Center, 45 Don Connor Blvd., from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Dear Joel, My husband and I enjoy going out to dinner and to the movies, but it is getting impossible because of cellphones! Could you please say a few words about rudeness of people who carry on loud conversations or worse yet, put their phones on speaker while dining, or who text during movies.

I have asked waiters and ushers to ask them politely to stop, but the people get mad. Some have even come over and told me to mind my business. I don’t care what they’re doing this weekend or who is picking up their kids. It makes me crazy!

Answer: What a great topic!

I don’t understand how some people were raised. Public places are for the enjoyment of all and your ticket to a movie or check for a meal entitles you to that enjoyment.

Please, readers, use your manners.

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calls and that is the time to excuse yourself and take the call.

I too have asked people to lower their conversations; sometimes they apologize, sometimes they respond rudely. It has gotten so bad that houses of worship have to remind people to silence their phones. That is a shame.

When you are out with friends or family, enjoy them and not the people calling in. If you take a call, make it short, and if it is important, leave for the lobby.

Also, keep the volume down in places like parks. Some people blast their music and movies, making it difficult to enjoy nature.

Let’s all connect more with each other and less with cellphones.

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Soup And Stations At St. Aloysius Church

JACKSON – St. Aloysius Church on 935 Bennetts Mills Road has its annual Soup & Stations every Friday during Lent at 6 p.m.

A simple meal of meatless soup will be served in the cafeteria and followed

by praying the Stations of the Cross in church at 7 p.m.

The soup will be provided by members of parish ministries. Remaining dates are on March 31, served by the Cub Scouts and April 7, served by St. Aloysius School.

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Did you report your accident or injury to your employer? By statute you are provided a short period of time to actually notify your employer of the injury. The most restrictive notice requirement is applied when a hernia is alleged, as you have only 48 hours to report this. Although other accidents and injuries allow for more leniency, as you may be entitled to medical treatment, all injuries should be reported as soon as possible.

Have you sought medical treatment? After providing notice to your employer that you have sustained an injury, you should seek medical attention immediately, should same be necessary. The longer that one waits to request medical treatment, the harder it will be to causally connect the injury to the incident at work. In addition, injuries often respond better to appropriate medical treatment provided in a reasonable time, rather than allowing the injury to worsen before attempting treatment.

Has your employer notified the workers’ compensation insurance carrier? This is important so that you are provided with a claim number to provide to medical providers to insure payment on your behalf. Also, although you provide notice to your employer, future endeavors relative to the claim will be more efficiently completed if the carrier is immediately put on notice.

Has your employer or its workers’ compensation insurance carrier provided you with a medical professional with whom to seek medical treatment? On some occasions, the employer may indicate that you should seek treatment and bring the employer any outstanding medical bills. This is contrary to the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act and usually signifies that the carrier has not yet been notified. It is important that you understand that the employer, through its carrier, has the right

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Is the physician with whom you are treating providing you with reasonable and necessary medical treatment? It is important that you provide the authorized medical professional with all of your medical complaints that are related to the compensable injury, and that all of those complaints are addressed by that physician.

Are you receiving temporary disability benefits through the workers’ compensation carrier for 70 percent of your standard average weekly wage? This is required in the event that the authorized physician indicates that you are temporarly totally disabled, or able to return to modified duty which can not be accommodated by your employer. Temporary disability through your employer is not the same as disability through the State and need not be applied for.

In the event that you are instructed to apply for disability through the state, you are not getting the benefit as provided by statute.

After completion of your medical treatment and temporary disability benefits, have you received compensation for the permanent disability arising out of your compensable injury? If you have received benefits, have you contacted an attorney to determine whether these benefits are consistent with the injury and disability you sustained?

Although this checklist may not be comprehensive, it is a starting point to determine whether you are receiving the appropriate benefits under the law. Should any of the above not be consistent with the benefits you are receiving, there are actions that may be taken by an attorney to bring your matter before the court so that the issues may be resolved.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

DR. LOUIS NAPOLITANO OFFERS STATE-OF-THE-ART DENTAL CARE

By Robert Verderese Smile and the whole world will smile with you is a saying that you have probably heard before. It’s incredible how simply smiling can make such a dramatic difference in your outlook—and those around you. For those who are not confident with their smiles they might hesitate or avoid smiling altogether, which is truly unfortunate. This is where Dr. Louis Napolitano, DMD, in Jackson, NJ could really make a huge difference in a person’s life. Along with his associate Dr. llan Gamburg, office manager Laurie Abramowitz, and his wonderful staff, Dr. Napolitano offers a one-stop shop for state-of-the-art dental care for you and your family.

Louis Napolitano was born and raised in Union City and now lives in Howell with his wife. He completed his undergraduate studies in chemistry from Georgetown University and subsequently attended dental school at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where he graduated as a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon—a national honor society for dental schools.

When asked why he chose to

become a dentist, Dr. Napolitano replied: “I always had an interest in, and aptitude for, the natural sciences so I decided to major in chemistry as an undergraduate. While in College, I realized that I wanted to work in a fi eld where I could use my abilities to positively impact the lives of others. As I considered my options, I discovered that dentistry would be the perfect occupation for me—allowing me to use my skills to optimize a patient’s oral health which contributes to their overall general health and well-being.”

As someone who believes it is important to keep abreast of the most recent technological advances in dentistry, Dr. Napolitano is an avid member of many professional organizations where he studies the latest techniques and technology in the profession.

One bit of technology that Dr. Napolitano is particularly excited about is the state-ofthe-art Solea—the only FDA approved C02 laser used for hard tissue (teeth) and soft tissue (gums) procedures.

This incredible laser technology possesses a unique wavelength which functions as an alternate to the tradi-

tional drill in the majority of dental procedures.

“The Solea laser technology is wonderful in that it totally takes the anxiety out of dentistry. Everybody knows someone who is petrified of needles—perhaps your children or even yourself—and as such avoids receiving treatment they desperately need. For these people, Solea is the obvious solution to their dental woes. By not having to administer needles, I am able to deliver virtually painless procedures to my patients, invariably bringing a smile to their faces and to mine!” Dr. Napolitano says.

Another benef it of this breakthrough laser technology is that it allows for a more efficient dental experience for patients. With Solea, you can have a cavity or fi lling done in a flash, which allows patients to resume their daily activities—go back to work or out to lunch—without any discomfort. Also, given that Solea is less invasive than traditional dental procedures, healing is much quicker.

And as an added bonus, there are no fee increases or additional charge for performing the Solea laser restoration for a patient. In a word, Dr. Napolitano aptly explains this new laser technology in the following way: “Solea provides an overall wonderful experience for my patients and is changing the way we practice dentistry while changing the lives of the people we care about most—our patients!”

In addition to the Solea, Dr. Napolitano’s practice offers a full-range of dental services, including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery and implant dentistry. “In the past you were sent somewhere else,” Dr. Napolitano explains. “My vision was to create a state-of-the-art facility where all of a patient’s treatment could be provided in one practice.”

Did you know there is a link between oral health and overall health? Indeed, the latest medical research clearly confirms this connection: “We’re not just interested in teeth and cavities,” Dr. Napolitano says. “We’re interested in the whole person—everything about our patient’s health.”

Dr. Napolitano notes that those who have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes are more likely to develop gum disease. “Many diabetics have a decreased ability to fi ght

Dr. Louis Napolitano, DMD bacterial infections, including those that occur in the mouth.”

A lot of chronic pain can also be traced to underlying dental issues, such as migraines—even heart disease!

So what can you do to protect your oral—and overall— health? Well, for starters, Dr. Napolitano stresses the importance of regular oral hygiene at home: “You should brush your teeth three times a day, use dental floss on a consistent basis, and use a mouth rinse with fl uoride daily.”

Although good preventive oral health begins at home, it doesn’t end there. To be

sure, the full spectrum of preventive dental care must always include routine cleanings by dental professionals.

Patients should come in for a professional cleaning and oral cancer screening exams at least twice a year. This dental practice is crucial in that not only will you be able to have plaque and tartar removed from your teeth, but you will also be given a thorough examination of your whole mouth.

Dr. Napolitano and his team are committed to making patients feel as comfortable as possible and to develop relationships with each patient: “Every member of our team takes tremendous

pride in providing the most compassionate care to all of our patients and to make them feel as comfortable as humanly possible,” Dr. Napolitano says. “We make every one of our patients feel like they are part of our family.”

To get more information about Dr. Napolitano’s practice, you can call his offi ce at 732-905-2488 or visit his website at louisnapolitanodmd.com. The office hours are Monday 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Tuesday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dr. Napolitano’s office is conveniently located at 2046 West County Line Road, Suite 2 in Jackson, NJ.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of MARCH 25 - March 31

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): As the first week of spring unfolds your fancies may turn to thoughts of love. You might be inspired by the first daffodil peeking out of the ground or wallow in a mire of unrealistic ideas. Avoid conversational mix-ups.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Plotting and planning might be on your mind in the week ahead. Harness your vivid imagination and put it to the test. You may be energized to make money but could just as easily find ways to spend it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Fuzzy thinking is not the same thing as fuzzy logic. In the week ahead be sure to communicate clearly and avoid becoming bogged down in details. Your physical energy levels are high, so tackle odd jobs.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Too many friends can spoil the broth. You can never have too many well-wishers in your corner, but your time might be eaten up by texting and email messages in the week to come. Avoid extravagant purchases.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The more the merrier is fine until you want some rest. In the week to come your contact with numerous people might help you realize how necessary it is for you to have a special someone as the center of your life.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep your money in your pocket. You may be attracted to something or someone that is not worthy of your attention as this week unfolds. Focus on learning how to perform physical tasks or pursue constructive ideas.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You are never too old to learn new tricks. You could join a group that shares your interests or widens your scope.

There may be a few times in the week ahead when you think the truth has been stretched too far.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): During the week to come it might seem that the more money you make the more you must spend. Your participation in group activities might cost more than you expect. Find ways to apply wisdom to your finances.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You might end up running in circles as this week unfolds. Put a puzzling problem on the back burner and concentrate on getting caught up with a backlog of essential tasks around the home and office.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t pretend to be someone you aren’t. You might think you can get away with hiding your past or your faults but it will seem silly in hindsight. In the week ahead ask friends to help you achieve your goals.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may feel it necessary to defend yourself from unwarranted criticism concerning the way you handle your possessions or bank account. You may be challenged in the week ahead to handle a tight schedule.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Win the wrestling match with your conscience. Someone might be more successful than you, but that does not diminish your innate gifts. Brief feelings of inadequacy may undermine your confidence this week.

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A Perfect Pear: Late-Harvest Pears And Dried Fruit Come Together In A Sweet Spring Dessert

By Wolfgang Puck

As spring arrives, there are so many good reasons for food lovers everywhere to rejoice. Yet, often, the last thing you want to do when the days are suddenly longer, brighter and warmer is to spend time in the kitchen when you have fun things waiting to be done outside, from playing with your family and friends to going for a walk to working in your garden.

My favorite activity right now, not surprisingly, is to visit the farmers’ market to see what wonderful produce the season has to offer. And one of the items I enjoy the most right now is a fruit that many people associate with just autumn and winter: pears.

Yes, the plump, juicy, sweet and aromatic tree fruit most often graces our tables during the holidays. But you can still find some excellent varieties for sale well into springtime, particularly elongated, brown-skinned Bosc pears, with their good, strong pear flavor and an almost crunchy texture that makes them an excellent candidate for cooking as well as eating raw. You’ll also find both green-skinned and red-skinned Anjou pears, which are plumper in shape, with a firm texture and a flavor that ranges from bright and almost lemony for the green variety to the slightly spicier red ones.

That’s why I’d like to share one of my favorite simple recipes featuring pears.

This home-style compote highlights the fruit’s distinctive character by briefly cooking it with tart dried cherries, fruity German- or Austrian-style white wine, a little lemon juice and a fresh vanilla bean.

The recipe takes almost no time for you to prepare. All you have to do is spend a few minutes quartering, peeling and coring the pears, and then combine them with the other ingredients to marinate for an hour while you go do something else. Lastly, you cook the pears for just 15 minutes before letting them cool to room temperature for serving.

Simplicity also rules in the way you serve them. Just spoon a few pear quarters, cherries and the cooking juices into serving bowls, garnish with mint, and you’re ready to enjoy a treat that tastes as fresh as springtime - and would make a perfect addition to your holiday table for Easter or Passover.

You’ll also notice, by the way, that the recipe doesn’t include even a spoonful of added sugar. That’s because the pears and the wine in which they are briefly poached provide enough sweetness on their own, making this an especially healthy dessert to enjoy at just around the time you might be thinking about fitting into your swimsuit. After all, we’re only three months away!

Pear and Dried Sour Cherry Compote Serves 8 to 10 8 large firm, but ripe Bosc or Anjou pears, peeled 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 cup (250 mL) dried sour cherries 1/2 vanilla bean 2 cups (500 mL) fruity, aromatic white wine such as gewurztraminer or riesling 8 to 10 small sprigs fresh mint With a small, sharp knife, cut each pear lengthwise in half, and then remove the stem and core. Cut the halves in two and put the quarters in a medium mixing bowl. Drizzle the lemon juice and toss well to coat the pears.

Loosely arrange the pear quarters in a single layer in a nonreactive 12-inch (30cm) skillet. Scatter in the dried cherries.

With the small, sharp knife, cut the piece of vanilla bean lengthwise in half.

With the back edge of the knife blade, carefully scrape the tiny vanilla seeds from the middle of each half. Put the seeds and the bean halves in the pan with the pears. Pour the wine over the pears, cover the skillet, and leave the pears at room temperature to marinate for about 1 hour.

Leaving the pears covered, transfer the skillet to the stove over medium heat.

When the wine is almost at a boil, reduce the heat to very low and cook until the pears are barely tender enough to be pierced easily with the tip of a sharp knife, about 15 minutes depending on ripeness.

Transfer the pears and their liquid from the skillet to a heatproof bowl and leave to cool. Serve at room temperature, arranging 3 or 4 pear quarters in each serving bowl and then spooning the cherries and sauce over the pears. Garnish each serving with a mint sprig.

(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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FROM FLOOR DISPLAY BUSCH REGULAR or LIGHT . . . . . . . . 30pk cans.$1999 BUD-BUD LIGHT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-12 oz. btls $1999 MILLER LITE, DRAFT, 64 . . . . . . . 24-12 oz. btls $1999 COORS LIGHT OR BANQUET . . . . . . . 30 pack cans $2299

HEINEKEN-AMSTEL. ....................24-12 oz. btls or cans

$

29

99

LIQUOR SELECTIONS MAJORSKA VODKA .........................1.75L $1499 SMIRNOFF VODKA 80+FLAVORS....1.75L$2199 GREY GOOSE VODKA...................750ML $2999 STOLI VODKA...................................1.75L$3199 FIREBALL WHISKEY...............................LTR $1999 OLD SMUGGLER SCOTCH..................1.75L $1999 BOMBAY SAPPHIRE GIN...................1.75L $4199 EVAN WILLIAMS RESERVE...............750ML $1299

WINE SELECTIONS YELLOW TAIL “AUSTRALIAN” $ 99 All Varietals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5L

VENDANGE

12

Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Grigio . . .1.5L

ROBERT MONDAVI WOODBRIDGE

9

$ 99

All Varietals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5L $1199

J LOHR

Chardonnay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .750ML $1099

MENAGE A TROIS

Red or Rose Wine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750ML $1099

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2995 4695 8995

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CALIFORNIA - 750ML BTLS

CALIFORNIA - 750ML BTLS