2017-04-01 - The Howell Times

Vol. 13 - No. 43

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What Does It Rebel Wrestling Crowned State Champion, Coach Of The Year Take To Demolish A House?

Letters To The Editor Page 6.

From Your Government Officials Page 7.

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–Photo courtesy Monmouth County Freeholder Tom Arnone Monmouth County Freeholders Serena DiMaso and Tom Arnone, Wrestling State Champion Eric Keosseian, Head Coach John Gagliano, Senator Robert Singer, Assemblyman Dave Rible and Principal Jeremy Braverman.

By Sara Grillo HOWELL – There’s almost too many awards to mention.

T h e Howel l H ig h School Rebel Wrestling Team had an incredible season that culminated with not only a state champion,

but a coach of the year.

T he team ea r ned some serious bragging rights as Shore Conference Tour nament Champions, District 22 Cha mpion s a nd Group 5 State Champions. Wrestler Eric Keosseian brought it all

home as the 220-pound St at e C ha mpion at this year’s NJSIA A Wrestling Championships on March 5 in Atlantic City.

Wrestlers Kyle Slendorn and Darby Diedrich were the second and seventh place fin-

ishers in the state.

The entire Rebel Wrestling Team and its coaches were honored for their 30-1 season and given certificates of achievement by Howell Mayor Theresa Berger and

(Wrestling - See Page 4)

Dear Joel “Twins Feud, Mother Worries”

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–Photo by Sara Grillo The Howell Rebel Wrestling Team and their coaches with Mayor Berger and councilmembers.

How Does Howell School District Decide To Close For Snow?

By Chris Lundy HOWELL – It seems to happen a lot: The weather reports call for a terrible snowstorm. School is can-

celed. Then, only a little snow falls.

While most people just look at the snowfall totals as the only factor,

school administrators have to look at a lot of other factors. The decision is predicated on timing and (Snow - See Page 18)

–Photos courtesy Patricia Donovan Different views of a condemned property on the first block of East Second Street in Howell.

By Sara Grillo HOWELL – A house in the first block of East Second Street is awaiting demolition after being in a state of outward disrepair for the past three years.

Patricia Donovan can see the crumbling property from her backyard. She began filing complaints with the township in the summer of 2016, but was told there was no money left in the budget to demolish the house.

The township has since taken ownership of the property, but it still (barely) stands. Donovan said (House- See Page 5)

Pro-Trump Rally Comes To Seaside Heights

By Sara Grillo SEASIDE HEIGHTS – On March 25, the day after Trump’s American Health Care Act

failed to draw enough votes, more than a thousand people gathered outside Beachcomber Bar & Grill on the Sea-

side Heights boardwalk for New Jersey’s Make America Great Again, or MAGA March.

(Rally- See Page 5)

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councilmembers at the March 21 town council meeting.

“Mr. Walsh and myself attended both sessions and watching you guys was amazing, I couldn’t keep my eyes off you, it was crazy,” said Mayor Berger, who was swiftly corrected for referring to the wrestling sessions as “games” instead of matches.

Head Coach John Gagliano also took home the NJSIAA Wrestling Coach of the Year award for his hard work throughout the season.

“The coach has done a tremendous job,” said Councilman Robert Walsh. “When I read in the morning that he was coach of the year, I was on cloud nine.”

Gagliano spoke about his experience coaching the team, sharing what a great privilege it is for a team who worked so hard all season, and how proud they are to bring their success to the town.

It’s no surprise that the Rebel Wrestlers’ coaching staff is home to two former state champions, including Joey Langel, who earned the title in 2008 wrestling for Howell.

Overall, this year’s season sent 11 wrestlers to regions and a school record eight wrestlers to states.

Wrestling State Champion Eric Keosseian was also honored for his title. Honors came from Monmouth County Freeholders Serena DiMaso and Tom Arnone, Senator Robert Singer and Assemblyman David Rible.

Keosseian finished the season 42-2 and 133-27 in his career.

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Continued From Page 1 The rally was part of a nat ionwide MAGA movement in suppor t of the president, vice president, military and first responders, with similar rallies held across the country.

A permit for the march was reluctantly approved by Seaside Heights officials and the exact location was shared only days before, as organizers feared it would give too much time for protestors to stage a resistance.

The four-hour rally, which was scheduled to begin at 1 p.m., was filled with plenty of red clothing, American f lags a nd sig ns bea r i ng Donald Tr u mp’s name. There was an overall theme of pride in the nation’s 45th president and an understanding that whoever doesn’t agree with Trump winning the election should get over it.

Speakers at the rally, including several Republican candidates for New Jersey governor, were called to Beachcomber’s rooftop to speak to a growing crowd of Trump supporters below. They encouraged the cheering crowd to fight back against liberals and issues such as fake news, gun control, sanctuary cities and affordable housing.

Seth G rossman k icked th i ngs of f with a plea to bring the country back to where it was 50 years ago, to a time when he says wealth and opportunity were shared by ordinary Americans.

G ros sm a n , who wa s br ave e noug h to r u n against incu mbent Gover nor Christie in the 2013 Republican primary, admitted that 50 years can’t be undone with one election, but asked the crowd if they were prepared to do what is necessary to move forward toward progress.

He also spoke out against fake news, saying, “They are attacking us because for years we had nobody to speak for

House:

Continued From Page 1 the situation is so bad that the Mosquito Commission will not even go on the property. In one photo shared with The Howell Times, a raccoon is seen peering at the camera from inside the house.

Frustrated, Donovan started coming to town council meetings this year in hopes of expediting the situation. At the most recent meeting, she brought an oversized photo that highlighted just one view of the disrepair.

“As you can see, the two buildings in the back have totally fallen down,” she told councilmembers during a public hearing.

Township Manager Jeffrey Mayfield confirmed that the demolition is moving forward and that a demolition company has been chosen, but to Donovan’s dismay, he could not confirm a timeline.

The issue brings up a larger question of what exactly goes into the demolition process. It’s a process , Donovan knows a lot about. As president of Permit Solu-

The Howell Times, April 1, 2017, Page 5 us, we had nobody in office, we were on the outside and now that we finally have a champion they are attacking him because he is defending us, and we must defend him.”

Another candidate for governor, Steven Rogers, urged supporters to make a difference by running for their local and state offices, even getting involved with their school boards or town councils. He also said that whoever is elected as the state’s next governor should be 101 percent committed to President Trump.

A retired naval commander and police officer, Rogers shared a strong message about gun control, saying, “We will have in this state a law that will allow every citizen to carry a concealed weapon.”

The Monmouth County Tea Party Coalition was also represented by Frank Cott. He said that what’s happening right now in Washington D.C. would be called a coup anywhere else.

“We cannot allow these people to overturn our election. We cannot allow these people to speciously impeach this man or impugn him any further,” he said.

During one of the speeches, a small group of protestors made their way through the crowd holding signs that read “Build Skools Not Walls” and “The March Is For Morons.” They were quickly escorted out by police, while marchers chanted “USA” to their backs.

Other chants shouted throughout the rally i ncluded “Tr u mp,” “build the wall” and “lock her up,” in reference to Trump’s democratic opponent Hilary Clinton.

DJ Matteo emceed the event, playing mostly cou nt r y music and pat r iotic tunes for a cheerful audience. Despite the march not being advertised as a proTrump rally, he shouted that the crowd was there for one thing and one thing only—support for President Trump.

tions, Inc., a business she started in 2008, she helps clients navigate the state’s complex permit process for their construction projects. Her client list spans the tri state area, but also includes local development projects like MedExpress of Howell.

She said the standard Uniform Construction Code (UCC) requirements for a demolition involve things like demolition letters, asbestos clearing, utility disconnection and rodent extermination. In this case, cats and kittens that access the house through broken windows also need to be removed

by Animal Control.

While Donovan understands better than most that there is a process for this kind of project, she also pointed out that councilmembers would certainly not want the eyesore in their own backyards. Her expertise says that it should only take about a month after a contract is signed with the demolition company, but only time will tell.

“I’ll be back every meeting with a new picture until they get this done right,” she said.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F EATURED L ETTER Congress Should Support Research To End Cardiovascular Disease Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a daily burden for its victims. It’s also the most costly and pervasive disease in America.

New projections from the American Heart Association show that by 2035, nearly half of the U.S. population will suffer from CVD, with costs exceeding 1 trillion. In fact, expenses associated with CVD are expected to surpass medical cost estimates for other chronic diseases, including diabetes and Alzheimer’s, over the next two decades.

These latest projections update ones made by the association in 2011 that estimated 100 million Americans would suffer from CVD by 2030. Disturbingly, that prediction came true in 2015.

Unless deliberate and focused action is taken now

to combat this growing burden, the very disease that probably killed your great-grandparents will remain on the fast-track to kill your great-grandchildren, too.

Research f unded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) remains our country’s best hope for discovering ways to prevent, treat and ultimately cure CVD – the number one and most costly killer of Americans.

Congress: help wipe out the burden of CVD for every generation by supporting NIH-funded research. Together, we can make heart disease and stroke just a memory.

Rachana Kulkarni, MD Board Member South-Central NJ American Heart Association, American Stroke Association

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Celebrating Spring Where is global warming when we need it? I do look forward to the first day of spring, balmy weather, and flowers in bloom.

The first days of spring is actually a perfect opportunity to turn over a new leaf in our personal habits - to clean house, to jog outdoors, and to replace animal foods with healthy, delicious vegetables, legumes, grains, and fruits.

The shift toward healthy eating is everywhere. Fast-food chains like Chipotle, Quiznos, Starbucks, Subway, Taco Bell and Wendy’s offer plant-based options. Parade, Better Homes and Gardens, and Eating Well are touting vegan recipes.

Google CEO Eric Schmidt views replacement of meat by plant protein as the world’s #1 technical trend. The financial investment community is betting on innovative start-ups like Beyond Meat or Impossible Foods, while warning clients about “death of meat.” Even Tyson Foods new CEO sees plant protein as the meat industry’s future.

Indeed, Global Meat News reports that nearly half of consumers are reducing meat intake.

Beef consumption has dropped by 43 percent in the past 40 years.

Each of us can celebrate spring by checking out the rich collection of plant-based dinners and desserts in our supermarket’s frozen food, dairy, and produce sections.

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Christie Only Cares About Himself Governor Christie made it clear in his recent speech that he will leave New Jersey in far worse fiscal shape than

Letters To national The Editor what he inherited. debt and clenching write to the newspapers, Whether it’s underfunded pensions, underfunded transit, underfunded schools, or his record ten credit downgrades, Governor Christie is nothing but an underperformer whose greatest accomplishment will be his ability to tie up traffic.

37 percent of New Jerseyans are struggling just to get by, and his budget does nothing to help working men and women.

It shortchanges students and promotes a corrupt charter school system that drains resources from our public schools and funnels them to his Wall Street cronies.

It ignores the looming crisis we face by President Trump’s ongoing threat to repeal the Affordable Care Act. Once again, it is clear Christie doesn’t care about the people of New Jersey – he only cares about his political career. We need new leadership in our state now, more than ever, which is why I’m asking for your support in my campaign for governor.

Assemblyman John Wisniewski, D-19 Candidate for Governor

Obama Was An Elitist Fantasy Thank God for president Obama! After 20 years of Bush and Clinton back-pocket liberalism, Democrats thought the nation was ready for fundamental, unabashed, full-out progressivism.

Obama was resoundingly elected and successfully delivered his liberal agenda through senate shenanigans of Harry Reid as well as his own use of executive decision and the regulatory state.

The resulting failure of these policies has hampered our economy while ramping up

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the iron fist of centralized government on Americans, to say nothing of our newly acquired international impotence.

Obama’s successes were only in the eyes of the mainstream media and academia elitists. The reality shows more people out of work or in part-time low wage benefit-less jobs since the Carter years. Black America, which one might have thought would benefit the most from his presidency, has unduly suffered the worst employment record under his watch, yet he remains lionized in that community.

Propped up by a fake news narrative, Democrats had a false sense that America was on its way to liberal Shangri-La. With this false sense of security in mind they offered up the worst presidential candidate possible, My Turn Hillary. Thankfully, enough of our constitutional republic remains that this con job of bull-pooky was defeated.

Now it’s the Democrats turn to regroup, if they can get past their own pity party and offer up solutions in a Republican controlled congress, rather than the current mode of obstructionism.

James Spickard Little Egg Harbor

Make A Difference Enough! Time for the cyber bullying and Facebook civil war to stop! It is over!

Time to come together and get behind our words by deeds... In the immortal words of past men and women who have inspired us, the time has come for all good men to come to the aid of their country.

Or, “Ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country.”

It is time to put your words into deeds – enough protesting! Don’t be behind the sign – be the sign!

Get up and get going. Just do it!

Now is the perfect time for action, to be held accountable to mature and act responsibly. Get out there!

You have a cause and want to be heard? Well, write your elected officials,

hold the media responsible for honest journalism. Take a stand!

There are many people waiting for a handout and many more just waiting for a hand. If you have the money and ability, pay it forward. If you don’t, volunteer! You will not only be helping others but also be helping yourself to heal, to mend, to become unbroken. There are so many opportunities to make a real difference.

Help build a house for the homeless, or rebuild one for someone who has lost it all! Volunteer at a homeless shelter, soup kitchen, pack packages for soldiers near and abroad who are protecting our rights to protest, our liberty and our freedom. Join the military!

Walk a dog, especially for someone who is homebound and cannot do the simple tasks the rest of us take for granted. Help out at a youth program or start one; learn face painting or clowning, singing, dancing and volunteer your skills at a hospital and hold the hand of someone going through dialysis or cancer treatment or a child so unsure of their daily regimen, so full of doubt or fear, or the hand of someone who is dying. Work on a hotline you may just be the encouragement someone needs.

You may just save a life!

Whatever your cause may be – environmental issues, women’s or men’s rights, LGBTQ rights, animal rights, health issues, whatever – make a difference!

Remember this: every day we all get up, put our feet on the ground and face our daily challenges. All of us.

Whether it be fighting disease, disability, prejudice, bullying, addiction, abuse, heartache or heartbreak, isolation, depression or loneliness, we all can use a helping hand!

Remember to do random acts of kindness but most of all remember to be kind.

In your words, your actions, your deeds. Don’t be a nobody. Be a somebody to someone. Make every day count!

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

Congressman Chris Smith Wants Better Flood Insurance Policies For New Jerseyans From The Desk Of

Congressman

Chris Smith HOWELL – During a series of recent meetings, Rep. Ch r is Smith ( NJ04) expressed his deep concern with the Office of Management and Budget’s proposed 2018 Budget Blueprint to Majority Whip Steve Scalise (LA01), who also represents a district recently ravaged by floods, and Rep. Sean Duff y (W I- 07). Smith, who stressed the impor-

OCEA N COU NT Y – With the filing deadline for income taxes quickly approaching, IRS scammers are taking full advantage of tax season calling unsuspecting taxpayers and attempting to dupe them.

“These scammers are becoming increasingly skillful and brazen in attempting to defraud the public,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs. “Our Consumer Affairs department is working to inform our residents to be aware of potential scam artists posing as IRS agents.”

According to the IRS, an aggressive and sophisticated phone scam targeting taxpayers has been making the rounds throughout the country. Callers claim to be employees of the IRS, but are not. These con artists can sound convincing when they call. They use fake names and bogus IRS identification badge numbers. They may know a lot about their targets, and they

tance of a fully funded National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) during the meetings, said he appreciated the opportunity to come together and discuss this topic with Scalise a nd D uf f y a nd that he looks forward to working together as the NFIP reauthorization moves through Committee.

“This Blueprint proposes to strip federal funding

from NFIP and increase the costs on vulnerable families and businesses, whose f lood insu rance premiums are already skyrocket i ng,” said Sm it h in a letter handed to the Major it y W h ip du r i ng a meeting. “The Budget proposes eliminating the discretionary appropriation for the NFIP’s Flood Hazard Mapping Program, a cut of $190 million. With National Flood Insurance Policy holders in all 50 states as well as 5 territories and the District of Columbia, this issue truly has a national impact.”

Nationwide, there are over 5 million NFIP policies, 231,000 of which

are held by families and businesses in New Jersey.

According to FEMA, the average policy holder will pay $878 for flood insurance — costs that are in addition to their standard home owner’s insurance premiums—in 2017, a total that rises to over $1,000 once fees and surcharges included. These rates represent a 9 percent increase over 2016 rates.

“These rate increases a re bu rden s pla ced on homeowners above and beyond cu r rent prem iums and the out-of-pocket amounts that homeowners affected by Superstor m Sandy here in New Jersey, and the ‘1000-year

rain’ that took place last year in Louisiana, are still paying,” said Smith, who has been joined by other House Members from the New Jersey delegation in this fight.

Smith also discussed his legislation, the Federal Disaster Assistance Nonprofit Fairness Act, which would help Houses of Worship recover from natural disasters such as floods. FEMA has argued that Houses of Worship are precluded by law from being interpreted as facilities that provide essential services of a governmental nature—a prohibition that does not align with facts on the ground.

Tax Season Sees Increase In IRS Scammers

usually alter the caller ID to make it look like the IRS is calling.

“I can adamantly tell you these calls are scams because the IRS does not solicit information by telephone,” Vicari said. “If the IRS needs information from you they will first write a letter.”

Victims are often told they owe money to the IRS and it must be paid promptly through a pre-loaded debit card or wire transfer. If the victim refuses to cooperate, they are then threatened with arrest, deportation or suspension of a business or driver’s license. In many cases, the caller becomes hostile and insulting. Or, victims may be told they have a refund due to try to trick them into sharing private information. If the phone isn’t answered, the scammers often leave an “urgent” callback request.

Vicari said the IRS will never: Call to demand immediate payment using a specific payment method such as a prepaid debit card, gift card

or wire transfer.

Threaten to immediately bring in local police or other law-enforcement groups to have you arrested for not paying.

Demand that you pay taxes without giving you the opportunity to question or appeal the amount they say you owe.

Ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone.

“Scammers change tactics from year to year and there are variations of this scam that run year-round,” Vicari said. “Phishing is another form of an IRS scam.”

Phishing, which are emails that look like they are from the IRS, has seen a surge this year. Scammers email a potential victim trying to trick them into giving them their personal and financial information.

“If you receive one of these emails do not respond or click the link in them,” Vicari warned.

Following are some tips on how to avoid being scammed: Shred, Shred, Shred - Be sure to shred all documents

containing personal information, such as your Social Security number, home address, and birth date.

Spend a little extra and get a cross-cut shredder.

File income taxes early and file electronically – If you beat the scammer by filing early, they can’t file on your behalf. Filing electronically can help keep your financial information secure by making sure a paper document with your Social Security number, address, salary and bank account informa-

tion does not get diverted through the mail.

Protect your computer – If preparing and filing a return on your own make sure you use security software that updates automatically.

Essential tools include a firewall, virus/malware protection and file encryption for sensitive date.

Vicari also recommends checking your credit report at least annually and your bank and credit card statements often.

Vicari noted that unfor-

“Houses of Worship are usually the first to open their doors to victims of these disasters and the last to turn the lights off during the cleanup efforts,” said Smith. “It is unconscionable that foundational pillars of our communities have been categorically denied access to these otherwise generally-available funds.”

Smith’s bill, originally co-sponsored by Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06) and Rep. Pete King (NY-02), has previously passed the house 354 -72, however was not taken up before the Senate. Smith plans on reintroducing this legislation later this congress.

tunately personal account information is often lost and stolen and it’s best to keep close track of all of your accounts for possible fraud.

“You are entitled to a free credit report from the three major credit reporting companies annually,” Vicari said. “Keeping track of your credit rating might help stop any attempt at stealing your identity.”

For additional information contact the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs at 732-929-2105.

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–Photo courtesy Howell Hawks HOWELL – The Girls Howell Hawks U9 Basketball Team not only finished with an undefeated season but won the Mid-Monmouth Basketball Championship at Monroe Sports Center on March 12. The team finished the season with a 13-0 record. The team is coached by Todd Smith with assistant coach Bill Shaughnessy. Members of the team are: Payton Smith, Olivia Shaughnessy, Gabrielle Carpenter, Gabrielle Parker, Veronica Nieves, Angela Nieves, Julia Earnest, Caileigh Darcy, Mackenzie Maloney, Christy Zacharczyk, Sophia Schwark, Kendra Thor, Lilly Riggi and Savannah Butz.

Free Earth Day Events At Monmouth County Parks

LINCROFT - Monmouth County Parks System is celebrating Earth Day on April 22 with free eco-activities throughout the county, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Here’s what is planned: Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center, Port Monmouth: Celebrate the shore as we discover cool coastal animals and artifacts such as whales, sea turtles, fish, crabs and even tiny plankton during this interactive touch and tell program. Tours will also be given of the historic Seabrook-Wilson House, which dates back to the early 1700s.

Deep Cut Gardens, Middletown: Beautiful flowers are back in bloom. Discover this charming park’s floral beauty, hidden places and native plants. Find out how to become an earth-friendly gardener.

Huber Woods Environmental Center, Middletown: See snakes and reptiles during

a family-oriented show that gives you the chance to see live and exciting animals and nature artifacts found in the state. There will also be freshwater pond creatures on view and an opportunity to see kid-friendly interactive exhibits inside the Environmental Center.

Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, Howell: Come and explore the beautiful woods and wetlands of the Manasquan Reservoir. The day will include nature walks, live reptile and amphibian presentations, children’s crafts, and more. Animal presentations are at 11:30 a.m., 1 and 3:30 p.m. Nature walks are at 12, 2 and 4 p.m.

Thompson Park Visitor Center, Lincroft: Promote environmental awareness and have fun making crafts that celebrate endangered wildlife and Mother Earth. Our fun crafts for kids are hands-on ways to teach your child about our beautiful planet and make cool art.

Celtic Harp Performance At Monmouth County Library

SHREWSBURY – The Eastern Branch of the Monmouth County Library will host “The Masters of the Celtic Harp” musicians Grainne Hambly and William Jackson on April 28 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the library, 1001 Route 35.

Hambly and Jackson are two of the foremost harpers of Ireland and Scotland. They teamed

up in 2005 and have been touring and traveling together ever since.

Combining their extraordinary talents on harp, as well as concertina, tinwhistle and bouzouki, the musicians have been preforming all over the county and dazzling audiences with their artistry.

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FTHS Speech And Debate Team Wins Over 20 Trophies

–Photo courtesy Freehold Regional School District The Freehold Township High School Speech and Debate Team at the New Jersey Speech and Debate League State Championship.

FREEHOLD – Freehold Township High School’s Speech and Debate team recently competed at the New Jersey Speech and Debate League State Championship.

Their hard work this season paid off, as the team brought home over 20 individual trophies

and medals and crowned two State Champions.

The team finished third in Speech and fourth overall in the team sweepstakes.

Top qualifiers were Jake La Fronz for Domestic Extemporaneous Speaking and Asha Prabhat for Declamation Speaking.

Sheriff Announces Teen CERT Program

FREEHOLD – Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden announced creation of the first Teen CERT, or Community Emergency Response Team, Explorer Post Program in New Jersey.

An information session for interested teens and their parents will be on April 6 at 7 p.m. at the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Center, 2500 Kozloski Road.

The program is a National Homeland Security initiative aimed at making our communities safer by training teens to assist in preparing for, responding to and recovering from emergencies or disasters.

“Under the direction of the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, Office of Emergency Management, the Teen CERT program will provide critical support to our overall public safety mission,” said Sheriff Shaun Golden.

“It is also another opportunity for our teens

to become involved in the community while providing valuable life experience and possible career direction.”

In February, Sheriff Golden filed a charter application with the Monmouth Council Boy Scouts of America to form the Teen CERT Explorer Post #2.

The program is open to Monmouth County residents between the ages of 14 and 20, as well as adults over the age of 21 who are interested in serving as adult leaders.

The training is approximately 22 hours and covers basic medical aid, light search and rescue, firefighting, CERT organization, disaster preparedness, disaster psychology and a final exercise scenario.

Interested participants are asked to RSVP to the information session by emailing teencert@mcsonj.org or calling 732-4317400, ext. 1801.

Sixth Annual Made In Monmouth Event

WEST LONG BRANCH – The Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, in partnership with Monmouth University, will host its sixth annual Made in Monmouth event, featuring products for sale that are made in Monmouth County.

The event is on April 8 at the OceanFirst Bank Center at Monmouth University,

Larchwood Ave., from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Non-perishable food items will be collected for the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

Admission and parking are free of charge.

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CentraState Adds Latest Robotic Technology To Its Surgical Capabilities

FREEHOLD – CentraState Medical Center recently enhanced its current da Vinci minimally invasive robotic surgical system with the latest-generation da Vinci Xi robot. Dr. Thomas Kayal was the first to use the new system for a rectosigmoid resection performed last month.

The Xi’s expanded capabilities include high-definition optics optimized for complex, multi-quadrant surgeries, as well as routine minimally invasive procedures. Up to now, many delicate surgical procedures could only be performed using traditional open surgery, but with the latest robotic technology, patients experience less blood loss, reduced post-surgical pain, less pain medication and, a shorter hospital stay, and faster recovery.

The new Xi robot complements the da Vinci robotic surgery technology that CentraState

introduced into its lineup of surgical capabilities in 2010. CentraState’s specially trained surgeons have successfully performed more than 1,380 robot-assisted surgeries, including general, bariatric, cardiothoracic, gynecologic, colorectal, and urologic surgeries, as well as hernia and gall bladder procedures.

To learn more about robotic surgery offered at CentraState Medical Center, call 866-CENTRA7 or visit centrastate.com/ robotic-surgery.

CentraState Healthcare System is a nonprofit community health organization consisting of an acute-care hospital, a health and wellness campus, three senior living communities, a Family Medicine Residency Program, and a charitable foundation. CentraState’s teaching program is sponsored by Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Howell Council Passes Ordinance To Decrease Sewer Rates

HOWELL – The passage of an ordinance to reduce the annual residential sewer user charge from $656 to $576 was passed at the March 7 town council meeting. Annual rates for commercial and industrial users will also reduce from $700 to $620.

This $80 rate reduction will be adjusted on the third and fourth quarter billings of 2017.

Residential billings for the second quarter will be $164, but will be reduced to $124

for the third and fourth quarters. Commercial and industrial billings for the second quarter will be $175, but will be reduced to $135 for the third and fourth quarters.

Billings for the first quarter of 2018 will return to the quarterly rates of $144 and $155, respectively. Second quarter bills will be due by April 1 with a ten day grace period ending at 3 p.m. on April 10.

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19th Century ‘Base Ball’ Scheduled At Allaire

FARMINGDALE – Ballplayers who follow the rules of 1864–without fielding gloves–will open the season on April 1 in the Historic Village at Allaire.

The home team, the Monmouth Furnace Base Ball Club, will face the Neshanock of Flemington at 11 a.m. They will re-enact the way the national pastime was conducted in its early years. (The sport’s name was two words back then.)

“We make history come alive on the diamond, with our bare hands,” explained Russ McIver of Allenhurst, the team captain.

“We wear long-sleeved shirts and cravats (ties). Although pitches are thrown underhand, it’s a fast-paced game.”

As the 2017 season unfolds, the Monmouth Furnace squad will participate in a vintage “base ball” tournament on Long Island, vying for the New York-New Jersey Cup, on April 22. At another historic festival, it will face the NY Mutuals in Neshaminy, Pa., on April 30.

“Our next local game will be at Monmouth Battlefield State Park in Freehold during the Spirit of the Jerseys event on May 13,” McIver said. “We’ll be home at Allaire on May 20 to play the Rising Sun Base Ball Club from Maryland. The next day, May 21, a contest against the Diamond State team will take place at Fort DuPont, Del. The Monmouth Furnace club will play its next three games in the Shore region: a rematch against the New York Mutuals June 11 outside the Parker House in Little Silver; June 17 versus the Hoboken Nine at Long-

street Farm in Holmdel; and against a team comprised of Civil War re-enacters during their encampment at Allaire on June 18.

Governors Island, near Manhattan, will be the site of a game August 19 with the New York Gothams. Then Monmouth Furnace will travel to Maryland on September 2 to compete in a vintage base ball tournament for the Mason-Dixon Cup. The Allaire team will finish its season in Keansburg on October 8 by facing the New York Gothams again.

The local team is named Monmouth Furnace because the Historic Village of Allaire, in Wall Township’s Allaire State Park, was an iron-making “company town” in the 1800s. Today it is a living history museum with guides in period clothing who take visitors through authentically restored buildings, McIver said. Admission to the park and the opening-day game on April 1st will be free.

Vintage squads from other states consider Allaire hallowed ground. It was the spring training site for the 1898 Brooklyn major league team which later became the Dodgers.

The Monmouth Furnace team is seeking a few more volunteers to play in its games this season. Current club members are from Ocean, Monmouth and other counties – and they range from teenagers to senior citizens.

Additional information is available from McIver at 732-859-7643 or furnace@ monmouth.com.

Cornhole Tournament To Support Police Unity Tour

COLTS NECK – The Team Monmouth County Police Unity Tour Chapter 1 fourth annual Cornhole Tournament is on April 22 from 12 to 5 p.m. at the Colts Neck Fire Company #1, 88 Route 537. Registration begins at 11 a.m.

The fundraising event is open to the public and costs $75 per two-person team. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams in the amount of $500, $300 and $150. Each team member will also receive a Police Unity Tour beach towel

and drawstring bag, as well as an “all you can drink” cup. The event will also feature food, entertainment and an hourly 50/50 raffle.

Money raised through the tournament will help support Chapter 1 in the Police Unity Tour.

To register your team, visit the event’s Facebook page at facebook.com/ events/1889366274629099. Space is limited to 64 teams.

Jewish War Veterans Stamp Program

MONROE TOWNSHIP – Jewish War Veterans Post #609 runs a Stamp Program designed to uplift the spirits of hospitalized veteran members and non-members.

New and used stamps from local businesses are sent to Deputy Stamp Chairman Charlie Koppleman, who distributes them to over 25 Veteran Affairs Medical Centers for their residents.

The veterans use these stamps in diverse

ways. Some collect them and put them into photo albums and others use them for crafts.

“This is a fruitful program that is both rewarding and unselfish,” said Koppelman.

“With the focus of the campaign we were able to collect more than 2 million stamps last year.”

Please send all stamps to Charlie Koppelman at 6 Yarmouth Drive, Monroe Township, NJ 08831.

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HOWELL – Howell Municipal Alliance’s March 2017 edition of ‘Prevention Press’ in now available.

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Dozen Charged In Freehold Area Drug Ring

FREEHOLD – A Monmouth County grand jury returned a 100-count indictment on March 16, charging a dozen people for their roles in a Freehold-area drug distribution ring involving heroin, cocaine, marijuana and prescription medications.

The five-month undercover investigation by federal, state, county and local law enforcement agencies dubbed “Operation Justice

Served” culminated with the arrest of 42 people between September and November 2016.

“We are faced with a drug problem of epidemic proportions and we must continue our coordinated assault on supply lines that feed off the problem like a cancer,” said Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni.

Most of the criminal activity was concen-

trated in the borough, with the investigation ultimately leading to the seizure of over 2,700 bags of heroin, 300 grams of cocaine, 16 ounces of marijuana and dozens of prescription pills intended for distribution in and around Freehold. The joint investigation revealed the trafficking network was moving about 2,500 bags of heroin and 200 grams of cocaine a week.

The investigation began in late spring 2016 by focusing on drug sales by a 45-year-old Freehold Borough man, but quickly expanded to include 13 others who were either aiding in his distribution of drugs or selling drugs.

The grand jury indicted the man and his co-defendants with first degree charges of Distribution of Cocaine and Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute, second degree charges of Distribution of Heroin and Possession of Heroin with Intent to Distribute, two counts each of third degree Distribution and Possession with Intent to Distribute Controlled Dangerous Substances (marijuana and pain medications) and one count of second degree Conspiracy to Distribute these drugs.

The indictment also charged 33 individuals with third degree offenses of possession of controlled dangerous substances. The investigation revealed that these individuals regularly met with the accused to buy drugs.

Prosecutor Gramiccioni credited numerous law enforcement agencies for their hard work and dedication to the investigation, including Freehold Borough Police Department, Freehold Township Police Department, Marlboro Police Department, Manalapan Police Department, Howell Police Department, Brielle Police Department, Asbury Park Police Department, Eatontown Police Department, Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, New Jersey State Police, Drug Enforcement Administration and United States Marshals’ Service.

If convicted of any of the first degree charges, defendants face a sentence of 10 to 20 years in a New Jersey state prison. If convicted of second degree offenses, defendants face an exposure of five to ten years in state prison, and third degree charge come with a potential custodial sentence of three to five years in state prison.

Despite these charges, every defendant is presumed innocent, unless and until found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, following a trial at which the defendant has all of the trial rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and State law.

Korean War/ Defense Veterans Association Seeks New Members

MONROE TOWNSHIP – The Department of New Jersey Korean War/Defense Veterans Association: extends an invitation to all veterans, regardless of the branch of service, who served during the war from June 25, 1950 to July 27, 1953 in any location, including Europe, or who served in Korea from July 27, 1953 to present.

Membership requires national dues of $25 to the Korean War Veterans Association and chapter dues each year. Chapters are involved in various functions throughout the year, including parades with a Color Guard, flag raisings and funerals.

For more information about chapters near you, please contact: New Jersey State Commander Charles Koppelman at 609655-3111 or KWVANJ@yahoo.com.

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Assemblyman Rible Sponsors Fourth And Fifth Grade Essay Contest

HOWELL – Assembly Republican Conference Leader Dave Rible wants to know how you would improve New Jersey or why you believe it is already the greatest.

Assemblyman Rible is once again sponsoring his annual essay contest in which he asks fourth- and fifth-graders to answer one of the following questions in 300 words or less: “If you were Governor, how would you improve New Jersey?” or “Why is New Jersey the greatest of all the United States?”

“As a legislator and father of a fifth-grader, I believe that students should start to develop an early understanding of how their government works,” Assemblyman Rible said. “Ultimately, I hope that this contest allows students to learn how they can play a vital role in shaping their community and our state.”

Eight winners will be selected to receive a personal tour of the State House and lunch with the assemblyman, as well as the opportunity to meet prominent elected officials.

Previous contest winners have met Gov. Chris Christie and Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno.

“Over the years, I have been more and more impressed with the submissions from students throughout the district,” Assemblyman Rible said. “I’m really looking forward to reading even more wonderful suggestions and well-written essays from students who are passionate about New Jersey.”

Assemblyman Rible invites all fourth- and fifth-graders from schools within the 30th District to participate in this year’s essay contest.

Entries will be evaluated for creativity, content and style. They should be submitted

by May 5 to Assemblyman Rible’s legislative office located at 1967 Highway 34, Building C, Suite 202, Wall, NJ 07719, or by e-mailing AsmRible@njleg.org.

Those seeking more information should call 732-074-0400 or email AsmRible@ njleg.org.

Donate To Big Brothers Big Sisters

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties are seeking donations of unwanted clothing and household items.

Residents can schedule a pickup of unwanted clothing and household items by calling 877-366-8828 or schedule online at donatebbbs.com.

Schools, offices and other organizations are encouraged to start a clothing drive. To schedule a drive, contact Kate at kambrosio@bbbsm mc.org or call 732-544-2224, ext. 319.

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High School Students Told, ‘The World Needs Soft ware Engineers’

RED BANK – “The world needs software engineers,” said Robert Heinrich, chief information officer for Information Technology Services at Stockton University, to the next generation of technology consumers and creators.

Nearly 130 students from 11 high schools in Atlantic, Ocean, Monmouth and Cape May counties participated in the Computer Science Teachers Association South Jersey (CSTA-SNJ) computer science competition at Stockton University.

“Our lives will only continue to be augmented by technology and the devices that support our daily lives,” Heinrich continued.

Holding up his cell phone, he noted that everyone in the room had one nearby. “It’s safe to say that nothing would be possible without programming in our current generation. Every device that you use as part of your daily lives has some level of programming code controlling those devices,” he explained.

The CSTA-SNJ competition challenged students with seven problems that require the Java programming language to code solutions.

“The ability to Google an answer to a question is pretty easy and just about a matter of seconds. It’s the analytical problem solving and critical thinking skills that are going to allow you to succeed in today’s society. I’m a strong believer that the ability to program is a necessary skill set as part of our education today,” said Heinrich.

Adam Swift, a computer science teacher at Egg Harbor Township High School, vice president of CSTA-SNJ and an adjunct instructor at Stockton, brought students to compete because “it’s a good opportunity for them to showcase their skills against other students and to get real-world examples in a competitive environment.”

For some teams of competitors, it was their first competition and an introduction to the many fields within computer science.

“Your interest in programming is really going to be a strong first step towards ensuring that you have a solid career when you finish school. The number of coding jobs is only expected to increase over time,” said Heinrich, noting that research estimates that almost seven million jobs are open across the U.S. right now in the field of technology.

One basic Java course was all it took for Rachel Bosko, a junior at Brick Township High School, to see the power of programming. She finds it empowering to program practical applications.

Shaurya Kumar, a student at Toms River North High School, said, “I love problem solving. Most classes don’t see applications, but computer science is different because we get to see the real-life applications.”

Lynne Kesselman, founder and president of CSTA-SNJ, a former computer science teacher at Egg Harbor Township High School and Stockton’s first lady, explained that the competition, now in its second year, was created to expand coding opportunities to students in South Jersey.

In her 14-year teaching career, she traveled to North Jersey to offer her students opportunities to compete, which led her to create competitions in the southern part of the state.

“I love when students are more creative than you could even imagine. Technology can be uncomfortable, but with a spark of confidence, students are off and running on their own, creating great projects,” Kesselman said.

Competitions and coding events “help students to succeed and set them up for bright futures,” she added.

Sunnie Yousaf, a Stockton transfer student and event volunteer, was one of Kesselman’s former high school students.

Early exposure to coding helped to demystify the science and gave Yousaf the confidence to rise up

in a male-dominated field. Of Kesselman, she said, “Her curriculum didn’t deter you and the feeling she left you with was that you can take on the world.”

Demetrios Roubos, assistant director of Information Systems and security administrator, designed the coding challenges, which were judged by Stockton faculty and students and other guest judges.

Roubos, a two-time Stockton graduate with a bachelor’s in Computer Science and Information Systems and a master’s in Computational Science, said, “I’m a lifelong learner and have been interested in computer science since I was a kid.”

Unlike students today, he didn’t have opportunities to code in competitions because they just didn’t exist then. Giving the students of today these opportunities is so rewarding, he explained.

One challenge Roubos designed was the scuttle bug problem. “The idea is that there’s a bug in a maze. Students have to program the logic to get the bug out of the maze by implementing the bug’s vision and movement using the scan method,” he said.

The correct code allows the bug to make random moves until it escapes, which could require a thousand steps. “Optimizing this is the next step.

An artificial intelligence algorithm gets the bug out faster than random steps,” said Roubos, encouraging the students to start thinking about this solution.

Matthew Lepis, of Brick Township High School, said “it was fun to work with my group.”

Programming is his first choice for a career and the competition is one step in his preparation for his dream job.

The winning teams are as follows: First Place: Twins Matthew and Joseph Signorelli and Kate Kennelly, of Toms River North High School.

Second Place: Andrew Schembor, Bobby Villaluz and Jack McNally, of Red Bank Regional High School.

Third Place: Jack Glauber, Dylan McRae and Makoto Brown, of Red Bank Regional High School.

Honorable Mention: Ford Zacks, Damanbir Sahi and Harry Jain, of Red Bank Regional High School Angel Pan, Ethan Voorhees and Aidan Brown, of Brick Township High School.

The event was made possible by the following donors: Stockton’s Offices of the Provost and President, the Southern Regional Institute and Educational Technology Training Center, Troxell, Enroute, Sam’s Club, Icon Hospitality, Lenovo, Michelle Wendt, Tony DiPietro and Antoinette MacQueen.

The third annual Computer Science Teachers Association South Jersey computer science competition is planned for March 16, 2018.

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Long periods of sitting at work or home can increase pain and stiffness in arthritic feet. Podiatrists often suggest that patients do some simple exercises while seated to improve blood flow and muscle tone. Performing heel and toe lifts at regular intervals may help minimize joint stiffness and swelling. This exercise is done by starting with both feet flat on the floor. Lift toes upward as far as they will go. Relax. Then lift heels up high while keeping the balls of the feet stationary. Relax again. Repeat frequently. Ankle rotations may also be helpful. Do this exercise by slowly rotating one foot at a time in five clockwise and five counter-clockwise circles. Repeat whenever pain or stiffness returns.

Different forms of arthritis affect the body in different ways. Early diagnosis is important to effective treatment. Because arthritis can affect the structure and function of the feet, it is important to see a podiatrist .To schedule an appointment, please call FAMILY FOOT HEALTH CENTER at (732) 370-1100 or see us at 4527 US Highway 9. Whether it is heel pain, foot pain, ankle pain, toenail fungus, or any other foot and ankle issue, we can provide proper podiatric treatment.

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LONG BRANCH – According to the New Jersey Medical Examiner’s Office, there were 1,587 drug overdose deaths in 2015 in New Jersey, up a staggering 21 percent from the year before. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported in July 2015 that the New Jersey heroin overdose death rate is triple the U.S. rate. The heroin

Heroin Epidemic Response Forum epidemic cuts through every socio-economic level, affecting urban and suburban communities across the State. It’s a health crisis that can’t be ignored.

To address this health crisis and help stop the heroin epidemic from spreading, Monmouth Medical Center and WEforum, an organization led by women whose mission

is to strengthen the health and wellness of communities within New Jersey, invite members of the community to attend a free event: “Responding to the Heroin Epidemic in Monmouth County.” The event will be held on April 26 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Monmouth University Pollack Theater, located at 400 Cedar Avenue in West Long Branch.

Expert panelists who will shed light on the heroin crisis include Victor Almeida, chairman of emergency medicine at Monmouth Medical Center and Past Chairman of NJACEP; Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni and Dennis Makarowski, co-occurring disorder specialist for behavioral health at Monmouth Medical Center. Christian Peter, Board Member of the Tigger House Foundation, will be the program Emcee.

WEforum hosts empowerment and educational events with the mission: “When you educate a woman, she empowers her family, and together WE can evolve a community.”

The event is also supported by Monmouth Medical Center Foundation, Tigger House Foundation and the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office.

Event registration is required by April 21.

To RSVP, visit barnabashealth.org/2017 conversation or contact Felicia Hernandez at 732-923-6886 or Felicia.hernandez@ rwjbh.org.

Three $2,000 Scholarships To Be Awarded In 2017 FREEHOLD – Freehold Soil Conservation District will award three $2,000 scholarships to students majoring in a conservation-related field in the summer of 2017. The Neal Munch, Mac Clark and Bill Schauer Scholarships are awarded annually to honor their years of dedicated and distinguished service to Freehold District and to conservation. This will mark the 38th consecutive year that Freehold Soil Conservation District will award college scholarships.

All applicants must be: a New Jersey resident of Monmouth or Middlesex County; entering junior or senior year of college by the fall of 2017; majoring in a field related to conservation including, but not limited to – agriculture, environmental education, environmental science, environmental studies, forestry, geology, landscape design, resource management, soil science, etc.

Applications are available online at freeholdsoil.org under Education, by email to hreynolds@freeholdscd.org, or by calling 732-683-8500.

The application deadline is April 28.

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Monmouth County Man Arrested For Allegedly Distributing Approximately 100 Images And Videos Of Child Pornography

NEPTUNE CITY – Attorney General Christopher S. Porrino announced that a Monmouth County man has been arrested for allegedly using a file-sharing network to distribute approximately 100 images and videos of child pornography over the Internet from his home computer.

Steven Robinson, 48, of Neptune City, was arrested at his home by detectives of the Division of Criminal Justice, assisted by the Neptune City Police Department and the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. He was charged with second-degree distribution of child pornography and third-degree possession of child pornography. Robinson was lodged in the Monmouth County Jail.

“The tragedy of child pornography is that children are tortured and sexually exploited to supply the market for these vile materials, and they are perpetually re-victimized when these images are shared online,” said Attorney General Porrino. “We’ll continue to work aggressively with our law enforcement partners to arrest those responsible for these horrendous crimes.”

“With arrests such as this one, we’re putting those who share child pornography via the Internet on notice that their activities are being monitored by law

enforcement and they will face serious punishment if caught,” said Director Elie Honig of the Division of Criminal Justice. “We want these offenders to know that the next search warrant we execute may be at their house.”

Robinson was ar rested as a result of an investigation by the Division of Criminal Justice Financial & Computer Crimes Bureau, Computer Analysis & Technology Unit. A detective was monitoring an online file-sharing network that is popular with offenders who download and trade child pornography.

Using advanced technology, the detective searched for telltale digital “fingerprints” of known child pornography.

Through these and other methods, the detective identified a computer address that was sharing child por nography, and, on three separate occasions, successfully downloaded a total of approximately 100 files of child pornography.

T he f iles i ncluded v ideos show i ng pre-pubescent girls being raped or being coerced into perfor ming sexual acts on themselves or others. The computer address was traced to Robinson’s home in Neptune City. Detectives executed a search warrant at Robinson’s home yesterday, arresting Robinson and seizing computer equipment. The equipment was brought to the Division of Criminal

Justice Forensics Laboratory in Hamilton, Mercer County, for a full forensic examination.

Second-degree crimes carry a sentence of five to 10 years in state prison and a criminal fine of up to $150,000, while third-degree crimes carry a sentence of three to five years in state prison and a fine of up to $15,000.

Under the child por nog raphy law signed by Governor Christie in 2013, d ist r ibut ion of 25 or more f iles of child pornography carries a mandatory m i n i mu m per iod of pa role i nelig ibility of five years. The law imposes strict liability on Internet file sharers, placing responsibility on the user for having child pornography in a “shared folder.” Whether or not the user knew he was sharing or any other user ever downloaded the file is irrelevant. If a defendant is convicted of possessing 25 or more files in a shared folder on his computer, he is subject to a mandatory

minimum pr ison ter m of f ive years without parole.

In addition, under the new law, possession of 100 or more files of child pornography carries a presumption that the defendant will face a prison term of three to five years, whether or not the defendant has any prior criminal convictions.

The charges against Robinson are merely accusations and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty. Because the charges are indictable offenses, they will be presented to a grand jury for potential indictment.

Those who have information about the distribution of child pornography on the Internet or suspect improper contact by unknown persons communicating with children via the Internet or possible exploitation or sexual abuse of children, please contact the New Jersey Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Tipline at 888-648-6007.

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Continued From Page 1 inconvenience to families, but safety is the biggest determining factor, Howell Superintendent Joseph Isola said.

“It’s never an easy decision, although it might seem that way,” he said. “They’re either safe at the bus stops or they’re not.”

While the district looks primarily at the weather report for their town, they have to look at surrounding towns as well. The staff might have a commute from areas where the weather is worse, he said.

The make-up of the district comes into the discussion as well. It’s very possible for a family to have one child attending elementary school in Howell, and one attending high school in Freehold or Colts Neck. So, if one district is closed, than it affects the others.

“Timing is a key factor,” he said. Between the initial weather reports and the start of school, roads have to be cleared and people need time to

make plans. Parents with younger children need more time to make arrangements for child care.

“Do we have time to be safe?”

Kids waiting at bus stops could be waiting out in the snow. Even worse, the plows could have covered up their stops, so they could be waiting in the icy streets. Add to that the darkness that comes from early morning hours and it is a very dangerous scenario.

No matter what the decision is, there will be parents upset at the response, he said. Some will be upset if school closes because they had to wrangle emergency day care or change vacation plans due to added on days to make up the 180day year. Some will be upset if school does not close because their children will be put at risk by coming in.

In relation to winter storm Stella on March 14, the district announced a closure early the previous day, expecting a lot of snow, he said. They only got a little bit.

Stella largely bypassed the parts of Ocean County, making some parents refer to it as a rain

day instead of a snow day.

“I say all the time that the most difficult decision that I make are school closings,” said Thomas Gialanella, interim superintendent of Brick schools.

“People laugh but it is one of the only decisions I make that can affect so many people.”

The weather report is just one of the many factors that go into that decision, he said. “You take into account student and staff safety and how the decision will affect working parents that are in need of child care if they are home.”

Timing is important, he said. School officials monitor the weather as it changes, and keep in contact with police and other school officials to see how ready the school would be to open if needed.

Liability is of course an issue. All it takes is one accident caused by the weather and the school could be held liable for keeping school open, he said.

“It is all based on ‘better safe than sorry,’ said Central Regional Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides. There is a liability concern that is

very real, even if the storm turns out not to be real.

“All the superintendents communicate but Ocean County has basically three weather zones so it is difficult to make a decision but we are basically going by our local weather man,” he said.

The issue came up at the Central Regional Board of Education meeting. Member Michael Passeri said residents were calling him complaining about the day off. One point of contention was that if the governor declares a state of emergency, does that automatically mean that school is cancelled?

The state of emergency does not guarantee a school closing, board attorney Mark Toscano said. It’s a local decision.

There’s a liability issue when sending kids – and employees – out into inclement weather, especially if every other adjacent district closes, Parlapanides said during the meeting.

Passeri agreed with these assessments, and repeated the point about not putting any staff or students in danger while “driving a school bus across the Seaside bridge in 60-mile-perhour wind gusts.”

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By Marc S. Galella, Esq. and Robert Shea, Esq. of R. C. Shea and Associates

When buying a house, you should know about the different types of insurance you may need to protect your new home. The purchase of a house is probably the biggest investment most people will ever make so you should consider the various insurances available to protect your investment.

Here are some of the forms of insurance that you should consider: Homeowners/Fire Insurance Often called “hazard” insurance by most mortgage lenders, this type of insurance will protect you in the event of a fire or other such casualty loss. There are several components to this kind of insurance.

Casualty covers the cost of repairing or rebuilding your house in the event of a fi re, wind damage, etc. You should also have coverage for the contents, i.e. your personal property located in the house. In addition, your homeowners policy will usually provide you with liability coverage to reimburse third parties for personal injury or property damage which you may cause to them. It is a good idea to make a list of all the items in your home and/or take photos of them in the event that you need to make a claim. If you have homeowners insurance, make sure that you have guaranteed replacement cost. Your homeowners policy may also give you coverage to allow you to stay in alternate housing in the event that you cannot occupy your house for a period of time due to covered damage.

Flood insurance As many people found out after Superstorm Sandy, homeowners insurance does not cover you for damage resulting from f looding. Homeowners insurance may cover damage resulting from a broken pipe or other such causes, but it provides no coverage for any water that enters your house from the exterior. In addition to providing coverage for the repair/replacement of the structure of your house, you should also consider getting flood insurance coverage

for the contents of your house.

Marc S. Galella Esq. Earthquake insurance Most standard homeowners insurance policies will exclude coverage for damage caused by earthquakes or other such ground movement.

Although earthquakes are not common in New Jersey, they are not unheard of. Remember the Northeast earthquake of August 2011? Although this widely felt earthquake did relatively little damage in New Jersey, most people do not realize that they may have had no coverage if they did experience damage.

Personal umbrella policy This is an inexpensive form of liability insurance coverage for when liability to a third party exceeds the coverages afforded by your standard insurance policies (homeowners or automobile). In most cases a policy with $1,000,000 of coverage will cost less than $200 per year. Coverages are available for up to $5,000,000. The drawback is that you may have to increase the limits on your automobile coverage.

You should consult a licensed insurance agent to help you decide what types of insurances and the limits of coverages you need to protect yourself and your home.

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SHREWSBURY – The Eastern Branch of the Monmouth County Library is hosting a Volunteer Recruitment Fair on April 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1001 Route 35.

The fair will showcase local volunteering opportunities and link those who need help to those who want to help. Participants will learn how to make a difference in their local community.

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Interested organizations and volunteers can contact the Monmouth County Library Eastern Branch at 866-941-8188 or visit monmouthcountylib.org.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of April 1 - April 7

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Social activities can keep you occupied all week long.

Hard work and a business-like attitude about material affairs can put you on the top of the heap.

Networking can add dollars as well as smiles.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Defeat is not measured by how much you lose but by how soon you quit. In the week to come you have ample energy to see projects through to the finish. Tap into a storehouse of determination to resist failure.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You might find a way to change your luck without changing anything. Keep your cellphone battery charged in the week ahead. Communications could become frequent and complicated as activity levels increase.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Regroup to regain ground. Some friends may come and some may go in the week ahead. It might be in your best interests to shift your allegiances. You may be expected to be at the beck and call of some people.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Work related situations could come full circle. Attention to the smallest details could take up extra time as this week unfolds but will be well worth the extra effort. Ask for advice and information when money is at stake.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When you feel you have plenty you can be careless about finances. It might be wise to conduct a reality check and make sure there is enough cash to cover the budget. Avoid spending sprees in the week ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Sparkle and shine as you network your way to the top in the week to come. Rather than using the same old tactics when dealing with relationships and business matters you might find it suits you better to try something new.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Friendships can be forged with flair. Put yourself in the public eye where your talents are better appreciated.

You will find ingenious ways to overcome the objections of an opposing party in the week to come.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You have a talent for taming technology. Use a methodical approach to plug in a new computer, install software, or deal with detailed creative work in the upcoming week. You might enjoy five minutes of fame.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t take good luck for granted. Follow up on agreements and send a thank you note when needed. If you must make a crucial decision in the week ahead, dig up the details with some diligent hard work.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Courtesy is always in style. Your warmth and willingness to try something new is an asset as long as you don’t overstep the bounds of propriety. Do not take short cuts when etiquette is expected this week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can’t control the winds so you must adjust your sails. It may take longer than expected to make headway causing frustration. You will get the best results by following the rules to the letter in the week ahead.

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For serving: 4 cups (1 L) packed baby arugula leaves 1 medium fennel bulb, trimmed and thinly shaved 8 red radishes, trimmed and thinly shaved About 8 hours before serving, prepare the tandoori seasoning and salmon: Stir together the curry powder, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cumin, nutmeg, ginger and cardamom.

Lightly season the salmon with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the tandoori seasoning.

Place in a nonreactive bowl, cover, and refrigerate for about 2 hours.

In a separate bowl, stir together the yogurt, lemon juice, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, ginger, oil, coriander, salt, paprika, turmeric and 2 tablespoons more tandoori seasoning. Pour this mixture over the salmon, turn to coat, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for about 6 hours.

Meanwhile, make the lentil salad: In a large saucepan, combine the lentils, onion chunks, carrot, celery, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add cold water to cover well. Bring to a boil over high heat; then, reduce the heat to low and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 45 minutes. Drain thoroughly.

Discard the vegetable chunks. Transfer the lentils to a medium bowl.

In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, vinegar, honey, remaining salt, and sugar. Fold in the diced cucumber and finely chopped onion. Stir into the lentils. Cover and refrigerate.

Up to 1 hour before serving, make the cucumber raita: In a blender, combine the cucumber, onion, honey and curry powder. Blend until smooth.

Pulse in the cilantro and mint. Add the yogurt and pulse 2 or 3 times to blend. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate.

To cook the salmon, preheat a nonstick stovetop ridged grill pan, a countertop electric grill or the broiler.

Cook the salmon until nicely browned on both sides but still moist within, 5 to 7 minutes total.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss together the arugula, fennel and radishes. Arrange on serving plates.

Spread lentil salad on top. Place a grilled salmon fillet on the lentils.

Garnish with some cucumber raita, passing the rest at the table.

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