2017-04-08 - The Manchester Times

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–Photo courtesy Manchester Township Police Officers completed conducted their energy device training, recently.

By Jennifer Peacock MANCHESTER – The department’s first use of a “stun gun” likely saved a life.

The recent addition of conducted energy devices (CEDs) – commonly known as stun guns or “Tasers” – in the Manchester Township Police Department’s

arsenal neutralized a tense, violent situation before a woman could injure herself further.

In a March 29 press release, Captain Todd Malland said the CED was deployed on the evening of March 26.

A 27-year-old woman in the Pine Lake Park (Police - See Page 7)

Plenty Of Easter Egg Hunts Hopping Your Way OCEAN COUNTY – Whether you are digging in the sand, poking between the grass or hunting with a flashlight, there’s Easter eggs to find. Here’s a calendar of some local Easter egg hunt events for the coming weeks, so grab your basket and get hunting. Or, if you care to dine alongside the Easter Bunny, check out this list of breakfasts and have some fun.

The following are different egg hunts and Easter Bunny breakfasts in the local area: April 8 Easter Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast, St Andrew’s United Methodist Church in Toms River, 9 to 11 a.m.

(Hunts - See Page 7)

–Photos by Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity, who is now building a home in Toms River, will oversee another home project in Manchester near Routes 571 and 70. Above, M&T Bank employees volunteered on the construction site of Habitat’s latest construction project in Toms River earlier this year. The bank has contributed over $20,000 in the last year.

By Jennifer Peacock MANCHESTER – One family in need will soon have a roof over its head that they own.

Manchester Township has entered into an agreement with Northern Ocean Habitat For Humanity, Toms River, to donate a lot and funds for the construc-

tion of a single-family home on Route 571, just south of the Route 70 intersection.

The agreement, called a developer’s agreement, has the township donating the lot and contributing $65,000 from its affordable housing trust fund.

In return, Habitat will build

the house according to affordable housing regulations to ensure the township receives credit toward its affordable housing obligations.

Council president Samuel Fusaro told The Manchester Times the township sold Habitat (Project - See Page 4)

Recalling Ocean County’s WWI ‘Doughboys’

By Judy Smestad-Nunn OCEAN COUNTY – April 6 marked the 100th anniversary of the United States formally declaring war against Germany and entering World War 1, which was also known as the Great War and the War to End All Wars.

Though history played out on that international stage, here in New Jersey the anniversary is a time to unearth the local impact of WWI, and those

efforts include some special events and exhibits.

WWI began in Europe on July 28, 1914 with the assassination of Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand by a Serb, and it lasted until November 11, 1918. At the beginning of the war, President Woodrow Wilson pledged neutrality for the United States, which most Americans favored, but after a series of incidents, including the May 7, 1915 (WWI - See Page 5)

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a parcel last year to build a single-family house as well.

“We have dealt with them twice before, once in Roosevelt City and the Ridgeway area,” Fusaro said. “…The fi rst two projects went fi ne, so we had no issue with doing another property.”

The deed is not yet in hand at press time; the property is being contested in court, which is not unusual, Dave Applegate, president of Northern Ocean Habitat For Humanity, said. Applegate is a professional engineer who now is senior vice president of water resources at J.F. Kiely Group, Long Branch. He expects that will be resolved in Habitat’s favor by mid-April.

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didn’t have a formal house to live in. They were jumping from one bad situation to the next, with bad renting conditions. We make sure they go through a very formal vetting process, and part of that process is to make sure they actually can afford the mortgage that Northern Ocean Habitat For Humanity floats for their new home.”

Habitat For Humanity homeowners pay their mortgage to the organization itself, which doesn’t charge for profit or interest.

The mortgage covers the cost of materials; Habitat builds homes using volunteers and the families receiving those homes. Those funds go into a revolving fund that helps build more houses.

The entire process length varies. Once the parcel is settled, the time from start to finish depends on the number of volunteers who work, how quickly Habitat can raise funds for the materials to build the house, and secure monetary and supply donations.

Applegate said Habitat won’t start a project until it has the money in hand.

Northern Ocean Habitat For Humanity is currently building a house in Toms River, on a lot that was donated by the township.

Applegate said that project is going “extremely fast.” Ground broke in December, and by the end of March, the house was completely enclosed. That house will likely be dedicated by mid-June.

But that’s one of the faster builds. Slower, and likely more typical, builds can take more than a year to complete.

Northern Ocean Habitat For Humanity has built about five homes—Applegate said four or five – in the Manitou Park section of Berkeley Township, and anticipates its next lot will be an oversized lot that Habitat may subdivide and build two houses.

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The cash bar opens at 6 p.m. Dinner is at 7 p.m. The cost is $50.

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Once a lot is secured, Habitat conducts inspections on the property to ensure the site is suitable for building. At the same time, an ad hoc homeowner selection committee solicits applications from interested families, putting them through a rigorous vetting process that whittles the pool from sometimes more than 100 to one, who will get to call that house their home.

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Continued From Page 1 sinking of a British ocean liner, the RMS Lusitania, which was en route from New York to Liverpool, England.

More than 1,100 passengers died, including some 120 Americans, which helped to turn public opinion against Germany. Nearly two years later on April 2, 1917, Wilson requested that Congress declare war on Germany, which Congress did on April 6. Wilson signed the war declaration on April 7.

The population of Ocean County back then was around 23,000, and according to the Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission, residents here took to the war effort “with patriotic zeal.”

In May 1917, Congress passed a bill for “selective draft,” a force that supplemented the regular Army and the National Guard, which numbered around 370,000.

When Wilson created the selective service, an estimated 3 million were drafted and an estimated 2 million volunteered.

The men who were drafted – doughboys, as they were called during the 19 months American troops were involved in the war – were selected from able-bodied male citizens between the ages of 21 and 30 (unless they had dependent families and certain other specified classes) and would be liable to military service if drafted.

At the time America entered the war the US Army numbered 133,000 troops, but by the end of the war that number had grown to over 4 million.

The first selective service draft was in August 1917, and in Ocean County there was an initial quota of 169 conscripts, many of who gathered at the Toms River Courthouse steps on September 19 for a public send-off before their training started at the newly-created Camp Dix. A few months later, in February 1918, 139 soldiers with scarlet fever were transferred to the newly-created General Hospital No. 9 at the luxurious Lakewood Hotel.

The hospital would treat some 5,500 soldiers during the year and a half, and had a staff of 773 doctors, nurses and other employees at its height.

Although there are no records in the county or state that tells how many Ocean County men served in World War 1, some 1,200 servicemen returned home to Ocean County after the Armistice was signed on November 11, 1918.

The servicemen were discharged to the local U.S. Army base at Camp Kendrick on the old Proving Grounds at Lakehurst.

The book, Ocean County: Four Centuries in the Making, says the Ocean County Board of Freeholders held a celebration at the county courthouse in Toms River for the returning veterans.

That was held on the first anniversary of the signing of the Armistice on November 11, 1919.

The overf lowing crowd began with members of the newly-formed American Legion Post 129 and the Toms River Fire Company marched down Washington Street.

The Manchester Times, April 8, 2017, Page 5 A handmade f lag was presented to the Post by Mrs. Charles Vanderveer in memory of her son, Toms River resident George P. Vanderveer, who was the first Ocean County soldier to die from his wounds in battle in 1918.

The American Legion Post is named after Vanderveer, and has several plaques memorializing him. He died at 20 years old at home, after suffering through a gas attack and subsequent shellshock. He returned home to convalesce.

After the war ended, the draft was abolished, f lour was no longer rationed and restrictions on public works and private construction were lifted. Munitions factories slowed down and converted back to manufacturing supplies and materials.

According to an article in the Ocean County Observer, American Army officers were trained at Wanamaker Hall in Island Heights. In August 1919, John Wanamaker, then an 80-year old Philadelphia department store owner, had a sculptor create a monument marking the victory over the Germans at Verdun in France and had it put on the shore of Barnegat Bay, facing east.

Brick Township Historian Gene Donatiello forwarded a story from a book written by George Cook about a Brick resident who served during WW1.

“Percy Gant: the Man Behind the Decoy” tells the story about Gant, who was born in 1894 in the village of Osbornville, Brick Township.

“Percy, like most young men of Osbornville, took to trapping muskrats, duck hunting and fishing the upper Barnegat Bay area,” wrote Cook.

Gant married Melina Maxon in 1915, and two years later, in May of 1919, left to fight in WW1.

When he returned from the war, he purchased a home at 241 Drum Point Road and took up a career in carpentry.

Percy also developed a local cranberry business owning and operating several bogs in the Osbornville area.

With his interest in hunting combined with his talents in woodworking, Gant was a natural to be a carver of duck and bird decoys, Cook wrote.

A Mallard decoy of Percy Gant’s now in the Shelbourne Museum, Vt., was selected in 1984 by the United States Postal Service to be placed on a four block of postage stamps depicting American Folk Art. Gant died on August 24, 1963.

The War to End All Wars came at a great cost to the US, where 53,000 died, 200,000 were wounded, and another 60,000 died from disease; more than 3,400 New Jersey men were killed in action or otherwise died during the war.

On April 6, the Ocean County Freeholders commemorated the 100th anniversary of The Great War at the courthouse to honor the 2,433 Ocean County men who served in the war. Of those, 75 were killed in action.

During the month of April, the Ocean Count y Librar y’s headquar ters, 101 Washington St. in Toms River, is hosting the New Jersey WWI Roadshow Art Exhibit, an exhibit showcasing posters and artwork commemorating the 100th anniversary of WWI.

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Police:

Continued From Page 1 section was threatening suicide, wielding a knife. Officers arrived to find the woman actively slashing herself with the large kitchen knife. She refused to drop the knife at officers’ insistence.

Officers finally decided to deploy the CED, which immediately incapacitated the woman. She was secured and transported to “a local medical facility for treatment of her self-inf licted knife wounds as well as for evaluation of her mental health issues.”

“This was the first deployment, and as a matter of course we do not follow up on use of force incidence unless the sus-

Hunts:

Continued From Page 1 Lunch with the Easter Bunny, Manchester Volunteer Fire Company, 545 Commonwealth Blvd., 12 to 3 p.m.

Easter Egg Hunt, Veterans Park in Berkeley, 1 p.m. Bring a basket for eggs.

Easter Egg Hunt, John F. Patrick Sports Complex in Lakewood Township, 10 a.m.

Egg Hunt, Cross Point Church, 462 Squankum Yellowbrook Road, Farmingdale. No cost. Open to children up to age 12. 10:30 a.m.

Eggstravaganza, First Assembly of God Church, 800 Bay Ave. in Toms River.

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The Manchester Times, April 8, 2017, Page 7 pect is injured during the occurrence or there is some other circumstances such as the person exhibiting bizarre behavior or some kind of medical episode afterwards.” Malland told The Manchester Times. “This was not the case in this instance.”

“The use of the Conducted Energy Device by our officer allowed for a safe resolution of an incident which could have easily had a very tragic ending should the officers have needed to utilized deadly force to subdue this individual,” Chief Lisa Parker said in the press release.

“Prior to the deployment of the CEDs, an officer in this situation would have had less options and little choice in resolving the situation without the risk of signif-

icant injury to those involved. In this case, the use of the CED, saved a life.”

Malland’s press release said the purchase of the CEDs was made after much research and consideration, seeing an increase in unpredictable and dangerous situations. The department has seen a 61 percent increase in mental health related calls from 2012 to 2016. The department responded to 298 mental health related calls in 2012; the number nearly doubled by 2016, to 481 calls.

“These types of calls have the propensity to turn violent, oftentimes with little to no warning to the officer. With the deployment of the CED, officers now have a viable option for controlling such an individual without putting themselves

in an oftentimes dangerous situation,” the press release said.

Officers just completed CED training in mid- and late-March. The use of CEDs— most depa r t ments use Tasers —was approved recently by the state attorney general’s office and Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. Officers must also take a one-day “Law Enforcement Officers Response to Individuals with Special Needs/Mental Health Issues” training course, as well as an online CED course.

The Manchester Times reached out to the Lakehurst Police Department to ask if any officers have had to deploy the CEDs. “Fortunately, we have not had to deploy the CED.” Chief Eric Higgins said.

mission with a non-perishable food item for Shore Hands Food Pantry. 3 p.m.

April 9 Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lakehurst Community Center, sponsored by the Lakehurst Volunteer Fire Company. $5 pancakes.

Pictures with the bunny. 50/50 raff le.

Easter Egg Hunt, Mayo Park in Beachwood, 1.p.m.

Easter Egg Hunt, Waretown Lake, 1 p.m.

Easter Egg Hunt, Pine Lake in Manchester, 10 a.m.

Palm Sunday Egg Hunt, Seaside Heights Boardwalk, 1 p.m. Age groups report to: 0-2 Hancock Avenue; 3-4 Blaine Avenue;

5-6 Sumner Avenue; 7-8 Hamilton Avenue; 9-10 Lincoln Avenue; Special Needs at Franklin Avenue.

Boardwalk Easter Egg Hunt, Point Pleasant Beach. Age groups will be: 0-4 year-olds on the beach in front of the Aquarium, 5-6 & 7-8 years on the beach in front of Frank’s Fun Center, 9-10 years on the beach in front of the Amusement Park. Limit 3 eggs per child; please no digging utensils. 1 p.m., rain or shine.

Easter Egg Hunt, Vista Park in Pine Beach, 1 p.m.

April 15 Easter Egg Hunt, Howell Elks Club, 12 p.m.

Easter Egg Hunt, Allaire Village, 4263

Atlantic Ave. Farmingdale. Divided into age groups. Hunts take place every 15 minutes from noon to 4 p.m. Registration recommended at allairevillage.org.

Easter Egg Hunt, Tuckerton Seaport.

Registration at 10 a.m. and hunt at 11 a.m. For more info, 609-296-2937.

April 16 Annual Easter Promenade, Seaside Heights Boardwalk, 10 a.m. Flowers distributed by Mayor and Council, prizes for best dressed and entertainment following the contest.

Easter Parade, Point Pleasant Beach Boardwalk, 1 p.m. parade with registration at 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in front of Joey Tomatoes.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F EATURED L ETTER Governor Christie Underfunds Pensions In Budget Chris Christie’s eighth budget has a lot in common with his first one. As in 2010, schools are being robbed of resources, pensions are underfunded and the governor is pointing fingers instead of taking responsibility. The only difference this time is that the mess he has made of New Jersey’s budget will be someone else’s responsibility this time next year.

For the eighth year in a row, Christie has contributed far less than the state’s required share of pension funding. His self-serving and misleading boasts about the partial contribution he has proposed is designed to distract from the fact that he ignored his own law that would have had us at full funding already. Instead, he is contributing only half of what he promised in 2011 and what is required by that law. That missing amount, the Christie Gap, means that the state will end up paying billions more in the long run to meet its legal obligations.

Given his track record on pension funding, we have many reasons to question the governor’s proposal to

transfer the State Lottery to the pension fund, including how the stated $13 billion value was determined and who has ultimate responsibility for future lottery revenues.

As more information becomes available regarding this proposal, NJEA will have its independent actuarial consultant review the details before taking a position. What we know already is that this does not appear to generate any additional revenue. Regardless of whether or not that plan is implemented, it is going to take a sustained commitment to full annual funding to make up for the many years that the state badly neglected its obligations.

With this budget, Chris Christie’s New Jersey dismal legacy is set. He will leave with schools suffering, a pension system in crisis, and working families struggling to make ends meet. His economic agenda has been good for corporations and the very wealthiest New Jersey residents, but at a terrible cost to the rest of the state.

Wendell Steinhauer NJEA President

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Judge Them On The Content Of Their Character I’m responding to a letter from Gubernatorial Candidate Lisa McCormick in the February 25 publication of The Times.

I question her saying the State is run by an “old boys club” because we have more male than female legislators.

Her saying “we should fight nonstop for the things we care about” should extend to men as well as women.

Let’s stop the gender and party affiliation nonsense, Lisa, and focus on proposals for running an efficient government that respects all taxpayers and base our votes on those aspects rather than on the gender of a candidate.

Beatrice Humphris Toms River

PARCC Has Too Much Power In Schools I attended the Brick Board of Education meeting in February and heard the “Curriculum Report” given by the curriculum specialist and the interim superintendent. I write now to share how sickened I was at how much of the curriculum is affected by how children perform on the PARCC tests.

The areas in which our children need improvement dictate the professional development training our teachers receive, what textbooks are purchased, and which curriculum specialists focus on. My own experience was similar. When working in Trenton and New Brunswick, I only attended the professional development training offered by my districts. Now, since I operate my own home-based preschool, I have the freedom to choose my own trainings.

I have discovered that there are

Letters The Editor endless opportunities toTo learn placing them with solar panels increasing demands of just more about how to be a better teacher. We can attend conferences based on specialty, interests, grade level, or weaknesses. At these trainings, teachers can connect directly with the writers of child development books and better understand their messages. Because I can select my own training, the meaning, connection, and understanding I receive from training have all vastly improved.

It is my sincere hope that the Brick BOE, and boards statewide, would choose to not allow PARCC results to dictate professional development training mandates. The entire community would benefit from allowing teachers and staff to attend high quality professional development training that they have chosen. People are motivated to learn about subjects that interest them (or vexes them). If we allow teachers’ strengths to flourish, the quality of education will only improve.

Please allow curriculum specialists, teachers, and principals to have the autonomy to decide their own professional futures.

Jessica Clayton Candidate for Brick Board of Education

Solar Energy V. The Environment Recently there have been a number of articles in one of the local area’s major, daily newspaper relative to “green energy,” and more specifically, solar energy.

The columns were quite thought provoking and certainly deserve additional discussion. Several have entailed the building of a “solar farm” at the Great Adventure theme park which; at this time, is currently on hold pending litigation. It will require clear cutting; i.e., removing all the trees on 90 acres and re-

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which will, ostensibly, provide 21 megawatts of electric. A second “solar farm” has been proposed on the Navy’s Earl Ammunition Dump property in Colts Neck/ Tinton Falls. It will require the clear cutting of 227 acres and the solar energy realized would be approximately 33 megawatts. We the public should each be asking ourselves the rhetorical question: “Is it environmentally beneficial to clear-cut forests to make way for massive “solar farms?” This is the fundamental question and the point of this letter: to simply bring attention to the great destruction which will be brought upon two very large tracts (a total of 317 acres) of forested, environmentally beneficial tracts of land to generate a relatively very small amount of electric power, about 53 megawatts. To put this in perspective, Oyster Creek generating station, by today’s standards, is a relatively small base load generating station producing approximately 650 megawatts; twelve times more than the above two solar farms combined. For the uninitiated, a base load generating station is one that remains “on line” 24 hours a day, seven days a weekday, rain or shine. Whether a base load generating station is nuclear or fossil fueled is completely irrelevant for the purpose of the topic of this letter.

According to a Department of Energy website, in 2015 the federal government set a goal to increase its purchase of its electric consumption from all renewable energy sources to 30% by 2025.

Their goal is/was to have 20 percent of their total electric consumption to be from solar power sources. (Yes, the federal gov. keeps tract of this kind of information.) This goal implies that the federal government believes that much additional solar power will be available from the nation’s power grid. We citizens need to be enlightened as to how this will be possible given the continually increasing, insatiable, steady, 24-7 demand for electric power unless there is a massive increase in new “solar farms” across the entire United States. If it takes 300 plus acres to install enough solar panels to generate 53 megawatts, one twelfth the amount of one 650 megawatt generating station, how many acres of forests or otherwise productive land would be needed to be cut down or, in some other manner, be exploited to produce the same equivalent of one 650 megawatt base load station? As the human population increases, keeping up with individual

households will be a significant challenge to our nation’s energy policies, let alone the much greater demands of future new factories, office buildings and myriad of other high energy use buildings. (Imagine the electric bill of a hospital.) It is unlikely that increases in solar energy dedicated exclusively to the nation’s power grid will not be enough to even keep pace with the above noted household demand.

Are we as a country willing to sacrifice our forests and other environmentally productive lands to “solar farms?” There will have to be a limit on the potential environmental damage our citizens are willing to tolerate for every megawatt of solar energy realized.

Certainly some states have very large land areas that could be covered with large “solar farms” with minimal environmental damage.

In New Jersey this is not the case.

Open space in New Jersey is at a premium. Any proposals for installing solar panels (as well as wind generated electric power) should be very carefully weighed against the real potential harm or benefit they may do to the natural environment. “Politics” should not be a factor in decision to build or not build.

Be it known, the undersigned is fully supportive of well thought out green energy initiatives when A): they are environmentally sound; B): not an intrusion into the well-being or quality of life of others immediately affected and C): economically fair and feasible.

At this time, the preponderance of “roof top” solar panel arrays, as seen on many individual homes, would not be economical if it were not for federal government subsidies. As these subsidies disappear, as they already are, there may well be diminished incentive for more installations.

That would certainly be bad news for jobs; however, not necessarily bad news for environmental issues. One can’t have it entirely both ways. Creating jobs in the manufacturing and installation of the panels is important but the placement of the panels after they are made is equally important. No doubt there are many “technical” questions – both subjective and objective in nature beyond the scope of this letter. The subject deserves much rational thought and rational input (vs. emotional) as each individual “solar farm” proposal enters the public domain.

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Sens. Menendez, Booker, Schumer Introduce Commemorative Resolution In Honor Of Cesar Chavez

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In observance of the 90th anniversary of the birth of Latino leader, labor champion and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez, U.S Senators Robert Menendez (D-N.J.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) introduced a Senate resolution to honor his life and legacy. This resolution was also cosponsored by Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Catherine Cortez-Masto (D-Nev.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Kamala Harris (D-Calif.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Patrick

OCEAN COUNTY – 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 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

Leahy (D-V.T.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Bernie Sanders (D-V.T.), Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass).

“As Latinos grow in numbers, strength, and political power, César Chávez’s rallying cry of Si Se Puede remains as powerful and inspiring for all of us today as it was when he was securing basic workers’ rights, defending immigrant and civil rights and improving education,” said Sen. Menendez.

“For the last ten years, I’ve marked this day by introducing a resolution honoring this legendary labor and civil

rights activist who helped change the course of our nation’s history. Yet, for the tenth time, and at a moment of immense uncertainty and anxiety for the Latino community, we could not find one single Senate Republican willing to join us in recognizing the life and legacy of this great American in a bipartisan manner. César Chávez’s countless efforts to ensure equality, justice, and dignity for all people in the United States are testament of his leadership and success and we eagerly await the day when politics will no longer preclude the passage of this common sense resolution.”

“Cesar Chavez was an ex-

traordinary individual who transformed our country.

Born to poor migrant farm workers in Arizona, Chavez went on to lead a national movement that achieved far-reaching change for farm workers,” said Senator Booker. “He was a champion for some of our most vulnerable, fighting for fair wages, safer working conditions, and an end to child labor.

His legacy reminds us of the incredible power of one individual to make a difference.”

“Today we honor a great man, a civil rights icon and labor leader César Chávez, who fought tirelessly for fairness, justice, and equality. He persevered and against

all odds succeeded,” said Sen. Schumer. “Chávez knew that there is inherent power in the fight for justice and that though the road may be long, in the end together ‘Si Se puede – Yes we can!

This César Chávez Day we must draw strength from his work and follow his example as we recommit ourselves to fi ghting for dignity and respect for all, and to protect and ensure the rights of workers, women, LGBTQ people, African Americans, Latinos, immigrants and Americans overall.”

César Chávez Chavez was born 90 years ago, on March 31, 1927, in Arizona to poor migrant farm workers. Fol-

Tax Season Sees Increase In IRS Scammers

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 crosscut 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 information 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 unfortunately 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

lowing the principles of Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr., in 1962 Cesar Chavez co-founded the first successful farm workers union in the United States – the United Farm Workers (UFW) to campaign for safe and fair working conditions, reasonable wages, decent housing, and the outlawing of child labor.

He inspired hope in these workers through his timeless rallying catchphrase, “Sí Se Puede.” Cesar E. Chavez was a recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Prize during his lifetime and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom on August 8, 1994.

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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Quad Rider Who Damaged High School Property Arrested

MANCHESTER – Numerous tips received via social media by the Manchester Township Police Department led to the arrest of a 26-year-old Manchester man on March 28.

Tyler Kowalski of Wranglebrook Road was positively identified as the individual who caused approximately $5,000 in damage to the soccer and JV softball field fences at Manchester Township High School with his quad on March 25. He was also found to be responsible for damaging the front entrance to the High School when he attempted to drive his quad through the front doors of the building.

Kowalski was arrested and charged with criminal mischief on the evening of March 28 after he was identified as the quad operator in the incident.

Following the incident, Manchester Township Police posted several images of the

suspect attempting to drive his quad through the front doors of the high school on its social media sites, in an attempt to solicit tips or leads from the public. After receiving numerous tips, Officer Christopher Cerullo and Detective Richard Jupinka were able to identify Kowalski as the individual responsible for the damage. He was released on a criminal summons pending a court hearing after his arrest.

The Manchester Township Police Department would like to thank the public for their assistance in providing the information that lead to the identification and arrest of the perpetrator.

Residents are reminded that tips and information can also be reported to the Manchester Police anonymously at 732-657-6111 or online via the department’s website manchester policenj.com, by clicking the “Tip Line” link.

Ocean Mental Health Services Spring Gift Auction

TOMS RIVER – A Spring Gift Auction benefiting Ocean Mental Health Services is on May 4 at 5:30 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 815 Route 37 West.

Tickets cost $35 per person, which includes buffet dinner, door prize raffle and sheet of tier 1 tickets.

The auction will be hosted by Laurie Cataldo of 94.3 The Point and features hundreds of items and baskets, three tiers of drop-ticket packages, a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, birthday board and ambush makeover, provided by Salon Milan of Brick.

To register and purchase tickets, visit oceanmhs. org/gfit-auction-registration.

Spring Fling Dance

BERKELEY – The Holiday City South Men’s Club will hold its annual Spring Fling Dance on May 6 from 5 to 9 p.m.

There will be a hot buffet that includes antipasta, pot roast, chicken Francaise, tilapia stuffed with crabmeat, stuffed shells, and dessert.

Beer, wine, soda and coffee are included.

Music will be by Wild Rose.

Tickets are on sale every Friday in the HCS Auditorium between 9 and 11 a.m.

The cost is $25 per person.

For more information, call Marty at 732240-3657.

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Conquer Cancer Over/Under Handicap Doubles Tournament

WHITING – St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Whiting and the Ocean of Love Children’s Cancer Charity Organization in Toms River will host the Conquer Cancer Over/Under Handicap Doubles Tournament to be held on April 23 at 9 a.m., at Playdrome Lanes in Toms River.

A maximum of 36 doubles teams, consisting of one bowler over and one bowler under the age of 50 can compete, and it is a USBC sanctioned event. So both bowlers must have an established average from 2015-2016. Based on a maximum field of 36 teams, the entire field will bowl a five-game qualifying block with six teams advancing to a stepladder format, one-game single elimination roll-off with the top qualifying team automatically seeded to the final match.

Handicap is 100 percent of the difference of the individual’s highest sanctioned 2015-2016

average and a scratch figure of 230. The entry fee is $100 per doubles team or $50 per bowler.

Prize fund will be returned 100 percent.

A portion of the entry fee will benefit St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church and the Ocean of Love. Optional high game, brackets and eliminator side action will be available. The top prize is $600 based on a minimum of 30 paid entries.

Entries close on April 16 or when a maximum of 36 teams are entered and paid. Make checks payable to: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church and mail directly to the Parish Office c/o William Bodine – Tournament Director to: 180 Route 539, Whiting, NJ 08759.

For further information call William Bodine at 732-814-6683, Playdrome Lanes at 732349-5345 or the St. Stephen’s Parish Office at 732-350-2121. The public can also email wbodine3@gmail.com.

Manchester Township Preschool Lottery

WHITING – The Manchester Township School District will have a half-day integrated preschool program that will be opened to a limited number of non-disabled children who have attained the age of four on or before October 1, 2017.

Ten students will be selected in a lottery system on May 5. This program is designed to provide opportunities for children with disabilities to be included with 10 non-disabled peers.

Transportation is included and classroom staff includes one certified teacher, two aides and one speech/language specialist.

Applications for the program will be accepted until May 4 between 9:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

at the Board of Education Office, Special Services Department, 121 Route 539.

Please bring your child’s state issued, original birth certificate with a raised seal.

Please bring one proof of residency from each of the following groups: Group 1: Copy of township tax bill, deed, lease or builder’s contract (if living with a resident, a signed, notarized letter from that resident stating you and your child live at the address accompanied by one of the group 1 items).

Group 2: Copy of current utility bill, home insurance statement or driver’s license with correct address on it (or change of address sticker).

Travel Bocce Club Presents New Trip WHITING – The Travel Bocce Club will have a trip to Niagara Falls and Toronto from May 29 to June 2, five days and four nights.

Guests on this trip must have a passport.

The trip includes: motor coach transportation; four nights lodging; eight meals (four breakfast, four dinner); guided tours of Niagara Falls and Toronto; a journey to The Falls on a Hornblower Niagara Cruise; gaming at Fallsview Casino; a visit to Niagara-on-the-Lake and Queen Victoria Park; and a visit to Casa Loma, Canada`s magnificent castle.

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The group will depart from 66 Lacey Road at 8 a.m.

The cost is $479 for double occupancy, $638 for single occupancy and $459 for triple occupancy.

A $75 nonrefundable deposit is due upon sign-up. Tickets can be purchased every Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to noon at 325 Schoolhouse Road. Insurance is available upon request.

Call Debbie at 201-618-8514, Mary Ann at 732-849-5952 or Barbara at 732-350-6989 for more information.

Blueberry Festival Vendors Needed

WHITESBOG – The deadline for Blueberry Festival Vendors is fast approaching and they are looking for crafters, artists, food vendors/trucks, sponsors and nonprofits and authors (history organizations, social services, environmental groups, parks programs, rescue groups, etc.).

Nonprofits are all free.

Whitesbog has upwards of 7,000 visitors each year and a fun, friendly, old-fashioned country festival atmosphere and is welcoming to all.

The festival is June 24 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine.

Vendor applications are available at whitesbog.org/.

Survivors Of Suicide Loss Support Group

BEACHWOOD – Forever In Our Hearts, an organization to support those who have lost ones to suicide, is holding monthly meetings the 2nd Saturday of each month at St. Paul

Lutheran Church, 130 Cable Ave. Meeting time is 1 p.m.

For complete information, visit facebook. com/ForeverNRHearts or call 732-269-3236.

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Lakehurst Students Perform Well At Scholastic Olympics

–Photo courtesy Kaitlyn Cook LAKEHURST – Seventh-grade students representing Lakehurst Elementary School secured a gold medal in science and a bronze medal in math at the Scholastic Olympics held at Donovan Catholic High School.

Ocean County Library Offers Vast Collection Of Video Games

OCEAN COUNTY – Those who enjoy video games can find a variety of them through the Ocean County Library for Playstation, Wii and Xbox consoles.

Popular games like “STAR WARS: The Force Unleashed,” “LEGO Harry Potter,” “Minecraft,” “Lost Planet,” and “Halo” are available at the library’s branches in

Jackson, Toms River, Little Egg Harbor, Barnegat, Lakewood, Plumsted, Berkeley and Stafford for children, teens and adults.

Go online at theoceancountylibrary.org and check out the video game catalogue to place a game on hold or speak with a staff member for assistance by calling the branch.

Ocean County Park & Off Leash Dog Facility OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Park & Off Leash Dog Facility is located in Lakewood at 659 Ocean Ave. Ocean County Park was originally part of financier John D. Rockefeller’s vacation estate.

Mature white pine, hemlock, and other unique specimen trees were imported by Rockefeller from all over the country. Tennis courts, open

play fields, beach volleyball, and trails appeal to adults of all ages, while children will delight in using the playgrounds, or swimming in the large, clean swimming lake on summer days.

Warm weather isn’t the only time to enjoy this park. Transformed to a lovely and silent winter wonderland after a snowfall, it’s a great site for cross-country skiing.

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The program, called #NotEvenOnce, touches on a common theme officers hear when they speak with a person addicted to opiates – if they hadn’t tried opiates even once, they never would have become addicted and encountered the numerous health, legal and social issues that are associated with opiate addiction.

“The opiate addiction problem in Ocean County has reached an epidemic level and we cannot pretend that this issue will go away.

We must be proactive, and reaching high school students is an excellent start,” said Chief Lisa Parker. She recognized an opportunity for a police-based opiate awareness program at the high school level. Our primary focus is to educate students about the dangers of abusing opiates such as prescription medications and heroin and then help them make informed decisions.

This past summer, School Resource Officer Chris Cerullo, Detective Adam Emmons, Patrolman Joseph Fastige and Patrolman Keith Craig were were tasked with developing the high school opiate awareness program with the guidance of local teachers, administrators, recovery coaches and the Manchester Township Municipal Alliance. Since the Officers were unfamiliar with the development of State-approved school curriculum, Mrs. Dana Cerullo and Mrs. Melissa Nazario, local teachers who are married to Manchester Police Officers, volunteered their time during the summer break to write the curriculum.

The comprehensive curriculum-based program is multi-faceted, beginning on day one with an educational PowerPoint presentation showing who is affected by opiates, how opiates are different from other drugs and how widespread the opiate problem is in our communities.

On day two, students are introduced to the Recovery Coach, a former addict who is now a trained professional who assists others in recovery. Students are invited to participate in an interactive discussion where they can ask questions while listening to the recovery coach talk about their personal journey and what it’s like to be an addict.

On day three, Students then are shown a video interview conducted at the Ocean County Jail by Manchester Police Officers, featuring

a former Manchester Township High School graduate who was incarcerated for drug use.

His story is that of a normal student who suffered a high school sports injury that led to a prescription pill habit, subsequent heroin addiction and finally, incarceration. This is a real life, candid jail house conversation that shows that this problem can affect anyone.

Additionally, the officers teaching the program share their own experiences, including their experiences responding to calls and how addiction has impacted their own families.

“It’s important for our high school students to understand that the opiate epidemic can affect anyone. Even as members of law enforcement, we have friends and family who are addicted,” said SRO Cerullo. “This program helps to humanize law enforcement and show students that we are all dealing with this problem.”

At the conclusion of the first three instructional sessions, students provided valuable feedback. Many were surprised by the amount of drug activity in their own neighborhoods, and they appreciated how the officers spoke personally and candidly. Officers worked closely with education officials to ensure that the program met all state curriculum standards and the goals and objectives of a successful drug awareness opiate program.

“I have to say that the quality of this program is outstanding,” said Superintendent of Schools David Trethaway. “The comments from both our staff and students have been extremely positive. We are very fortunate to have a police force so active and concerned about our students.”

Both Chief Parker and Superintendent Trethaway believe this program could benefit students state-wide. Presentations will be made to the Ocean County Superintendent and the New Jersey Association of Chiefs of Police in an effort to expand its reach and help as many young adults as possible.

“I would like to express my appreciation to Chief Parker and the Manchester Police Department for reaching out to our students and definitely making a strong statement about the dangers and seriousness of drug abuse.

This is a tremendous benefit to our students,” Superintendent Trethaway said.

While the goal of #NotEvenOnce is to bolster the prevention aspect of curtailing drug abuse, another facet in the effort, increased enforcement, has been underway since the July 2014 formation of the Narcotics Enforcement Team. Since its inception, this specialized unit has made 370 drug arrests, executed 21 search warrants, and seized $39,000 in cash and 32 vehicles.

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Young Cadets Win First Place In CyberPatriot Competition

–Photo courtesy Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst LAKEHURST -- A team of six cadets from the Civil Air Patrol’s McGuire Composite Squadron recently won New Jersey’s First Place Award in the 9th annual CyberPatriot Competition by crushing 17 other teams in the state with their cybersecurity skills.

The CyberPatriot National Youth Cyber Education Program was created by the Air Force Association to excite, educate and motivate students toward careers in cyber security and other science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines critical to our nation’s future.

Led by 2nd Lt. Peter Toth, the McGuire Composite Squadron cadets earned the award by demonstrating superior teamwork, critical thinking skills and the technical knowledge required for a successful career in cybersecurity.

“Our cadets are serious about preparing for their futures,” said Maj. AlyciaRae Weaver, McGuire Composite Squadron commander.

“I’m very proud of our team as they accepted the challenges of this national competition and spent countless hours learning about network security.”

The squadron’s CyberPatriot team members are C/TSgt Peter John Toth Jr., Barnegat; C/2nd Lt Joseph Quigley, Browns Mills; C/ SSgt Thomas Laskiewicz, Jackson; C/Amn Joshua Thomas, Hanover; C/Amn Alaina Palmer and C/Amn David Griffith, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

“These cadets worked very hard and it was

great to see them compete on such a high level,” said 2nd Lt Toth, McGuire Composite Squadron’s team coach and mentor for CyberPatriot. “This competition was a great experience for the cadets and the technical skills they learned will take them very far in life no matter what career path they chose.”

Assisting Lt Toth were Capt. Jimmy Griffith, USAF, and 2nd Lt Doreen Laskiewicz, McGuire Composite Squadron.

CyberPatriot’s core program – the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition – challenges teams of two to six students across the United States, Canada, and from Department of Defense Dependents Schools abroad, to find and resolve cybersecurity vulnerabilities in simulated environments. Top teams from the preliminary online rounds win an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, DC for the live National Finals Competition, where students compete for national recognition and scholarships.

The CyberPatriot field is divided into three divisions – the Open Division for public, private, and home school teams, the All Service Division for Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, Civil Air Patrol, Naval Sea Cadet Corps teams and the Middle School Division. Based on the results of the preliminary round, CyberPatriot IX high school teams were categorized within their divisions as Platinum, Gold or Silver Tier teams, with Platinum Tier teams representing the highest scoring teams.

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JACKSON – Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation has once again received recognition for its commitment to quality care and outcomes for its residents and patients.

The latest recognition is the accreditation in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI). This accreditation is another recognition of Bartley’s continuous commitment to improving their quality of care and understanding and meeting the needs of its residents and patients.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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Keeping Your Ears In Good Shape We all know that exercise is good for keeping our bodies in good shape. There is more and more evidence that exercising our ears is also good for keeping our hearing in good shape. A number of studies in the United States and abroad have demonstrated that individuals with hearing loss in both ears, who only use one hearing aid, tend to maintain or improve their ability to understand words in the ear with the hearing aid. The ear without the hearing aid tends to decline in word recognition ability. This decline is not a change in hearing sensitivity, but rather is a decline in the ability to process the complex speech signal simply through the lack of use. In my opinion, there are several reasons for this phenomenon: 1.

The ear without the hearing aid is not being “exercised” very much and 2. The area of the brain involved in hearing is not being used and becomes less effective at

processing speech information.

This gradual decline in speech recognition ability usually reverses itself once the ear gets more stimulation (normally through the use of a hearing aid). Research in England suggests this process of gradual improvement in speech understanding may take four to six weeks after the hearing aid fitting, and may continue for up to 12 weeks. What does this mean to someone with hearing loss? Over the past 10 years, the results of a number of studies suggests the following: 1. The longer a hearing loss is ignored, the greater effect, 2. The sooner a hearing loss is treated, the easier the adjustment, 3. In almost all cases, two hearing aids are better than one. Two hearing aids will keep both ears and both sides of the brain actively involved in hearing, and 4.

Improved hearing may take a little time and patience.

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Public Health Week Message Urges U.S. To Be Healthiest Nation By 2030

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) is partnering with the American Public Health Association and communities across the United States in an effort to raise awareness about the importance of public health issues during the recent National Public Health Week campaign.

“This year we are rallying around the theme and important message of making the U.S. the healthiest nation in one generation - the goal is by the year 2030,” said, Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little, Liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health.

The good news is that Americans are living 20 years longer than their grandparents’ generation, largely thanks to the work of public health. Yet people in many other high-income countries live longer and suffer fewer health issues than we do. This is a challenge that the public health community is working to overcome. Daniel E. Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator, said, “To ensure everyone has a chance at a long and healthy life, we must tackle the underlying causes of poor health and disease risk.

Those causes are rooted in how and where we live, play and work.”

Studies show that in the U.S., where you

live, your income, education, race and access to healthcare mean as much as a 15-year difference in how long you will live. Equally shocking is that even wealthy, highly educated Americans with access to quality care suffer a health disadvantage to peers in other high-income countries.

Regenye added, “Everyone is affected and change can happen only if we make healthy choices as a society. We need to improve everything that impacts health – from safe, healthy communities, education, and income to community design, transportation and the environment.”

Reaching the goal by 2030 will take tremendous effort, but health officials feel it’s attainable if everyone pitches in to make a difference. The Ocean County Health Department encourages residents and media to join the crusade by reaching out to their local health departments to learn more about the variety of programs, services and resources available that can help make an impact.

For more information regarding National Public Health Week, please call 732-3419700, ext. 7735. You can also visit the Health Department website at ochd.org, follow the Health Department at Twitter @OCpublichealth or like us on Facebook.

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. QUESTION: I have chronic pain and take ibuprofen daily plus hydrocodone and celecoxib. I’m willing to do anything right now that could help. The craziest thing is that nothing happened to me, I just developed pain over the years, no accidents, no trauma. Can you help me? -- D.W., Boca Raton, Florida ANSWER: Pain is a symptom, not a disease itself. It’s your clue that something is out of balance in your system. Without knowing more details it’s hard to hit the nail on the head so I will give you (and other readers who are suffering in pain) some general information. My goal today is to teach you about two different pain chemicals that your body releases in response to something. What that “something” is could be different for everyone. Sometimes pain is triggered by foods like gluten or nightshade vegetables, sometimes it is from a nutrient deficiency (like magnesium or CoQ10) and sometimes it is from poor elimination. If you are constipated and toxins back up in your gut, or in your blood, then this triggers a physiological response in your body that causes cells to release pain-causing chemicals called “cytokines.”

Two cytokines implicated in pain include the leukotrienes and the prostaglandins.

Those are such big names for little substances but too much of these will make you hurt. Your goal as a pain sufferer is to reduce levels of those.

First up leukotrienes! These are a subclass of “eicosanoids” pronounced “I-kossanoids,” which when you say that out loud, the last syllable sounds like the word “annoyed” and that’s exactly what they do. They are very annoying and irritating!

Leukotrienes spark production of other compounds involved in allergies, food sensitivities, autoimmune disorders and anaphylactic reactions. Leukotrienes tend to increase if you eat food coloring, like yellow dye #5, tartrazine and other artificial substances.

If you have pain, then non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (referred to as “NSAIDs”), such as ibuprofen or naproxen (Advil, and Aleve respectively) can help you. These are sold over-the-counter at pharmacies nationwide. The prescription drug Celebrex (celecoxib) can also help.

Interestingly, researchers have found that some natural compounds like boswelia and quercetin can reduce those annoying eicosanoids. Since about 2001, the medical literature has shown that dark chocolate can reduce eiconanoids too! Other natural rescue remedies include omega 3 fatty acids, flax seed, perilla seed oil, curcumin and glycyrrhiza. The prescription medications Accolate and Singulair may help too, especially if your problems are primarily allergies.

Next up prostaglandins! Excessive amounts of this cytokine occur with arthritis, heavy menstrual cycles, premenstrual syndrome, migraines, multiple sclerosis, chronic lyme disease, as well as colon and breast cancer. What substances reduce prostaglandins? Fish oils, white willow bark (salix alba), ecklonia cava (a brown algae), meadowsweet (don’t take if you’re allergic to salicylates like aspirin), turmeric, skullcap, ginger root and passionflower.

Medications to consider include aspirin, celecoxib and the NSAID class including ibuprofen and naproxen. Ask your doctor if any of these are right for you.

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

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Leader Of Narcotics Trafficking Network Found Guilty

LAKEWOOD – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced on March 23 that an Ocean County jury found a 36-year-old Lakewood man guilty on convicted charges of 1st Degree Leader of a Narcotics Trafficking Network, 2nd Degree Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute Heroin, 2nd Degree Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin

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The guilty verdict stems from a 2010 wiretap case dubbed operation “Baked Zito.” The investigation spanned multiple counties, including Ocean, Monmouth and Union, during which 13 defendants were charged.

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During the course of the investigation, thousands of drug-related conversations were intercepted.

The case was tried by Senior Assistant Prosecutor Michael Abatemarco and Assistant Prosecutor Robert Cassidy. The defendant, who is a fugitive from justice, was represented by Keith Reid, Esq. The Ocean County Prosecutors Office is working closely with the U.S. Marshal Service to locate the man. Anyone with information on his whereabouts should contact the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office at 732 929-2027.

House At Pooh Corner Show

GALLOWAY – Stop by the Campus Center Theatre at Stockton University on April 29 to visit the “House at Pooh Corner” at 10:30 a.m.

Tickets are $12 and may be ordered online at stockton.edu/pac or by calling the box office at 609-652-9000. The box office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 90 minutes before the performance. For group sales, call 609-652-4786.

Whether young and wide-eyed or wise to the ways of the world, every so often one must “get back to the House at Pooh Corner” to spend some tender time with faithful friends. Piglet, Tigger, Christopher Robin and that lovable bear called Winnie-the-Pooh lift our spirits and warm our hearts in this charming production

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NOW Forum

OCEAN COUNTY – On May 1, the Ocean County Chapter of the National Organizations for Women is sponsoring a forum and networking event at the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library.

Participants will have an opportunity to network with organizations advancing the rights of women and families and protecting the environment.

Organizations include Ocean County NOW, Family Planning of Ocean County, Save Barnegat Bay, Clean Water Network, Action Together Ocean County and NJ Citizen Action.

This free event will run from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Mancini Hall, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. For more information, email oceancounty now@gmail.com.

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WHITING – St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church is having a trip to Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton Township on May 30. Cost is $44 per person and seating is limited. Call Stefanie for details at 732950-2904.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid.

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Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac.

Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n)

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Help Wanted Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Teacher - Pre-K; FT. Experience with curriculum development and classroom management preferred. Brick Child Care Center.

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(15) Courier/Deliver Person Wanted. (Brick NJ.) Busy Construction Company looking for someone with the ability to pick up and deliver bids and proposals throughout New Jersey.

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Crestwood Village IV Flea market tables available.

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Services Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

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Region-Wide Food Drive

OCEAN COUNTY – Coming together to feed local families, replenish non-perishable supplies and recruit new volunteers to sustain important anti-hunger efforts, The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties joined NBC 4 New York / WNBC, Telemundo 47 / WNJU and Stop & Shop to announce Feeding Our Families / Alimentando a Nuestras Familias, a massive, Tri-State food and volunteer drive scheduled for April 8.

“We’re excited that we can bring these partners together on one day to create awareness and collect food and funds at a time when so many of our neighbors are in need of help,” said Carlos Rodriguez, FoodBank Executive Director.

Donations can be made at 199 Stop & Shop locations, including in Monmouth and Ocean County stores, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Volunteers from the FoodBank and our feeding program partners will collect and pack all donated items to distribute to local families.

Non-perishable food and personal hygiene items, including frequently requested items like baby diapers can be donated. Visit NBCNewYork.com/fooddrive or Telemundo47.com/feature/alimentando-a-nuestrasfamilias to access list of items that can be donated, including a sample “shopping list.”

“Fighting hunger is very important to WNBC. Food banks often face their greatest need between January and August, and regularly depend on volunteers to support their operations. Our April 8 Feeding our Families food and volunteer drive will help local food banks secure these important resources, which will make a difference for families across the Tri-State area,” said Eric Lerner, President and General Manager of NBC 4 New York.

NBC 4 New York and Telemundo 47 will offer live reports and broadcast cut-ins from several Stop & Shop locations on April 8, including on NBC 4 New York’s Weekend Today in New York and News 4 New York, as well as on Telemundo 47’s Noticiero 47 Telemundo. News personalities will also visit many Stop & Shop collection locations on April 8 to support on-site efforts.

Stop & Shop, the Tri-State’s largest supermarket chain with 199 stores located throughout the region, is committed to supporting the communities that it serves and those organizations that are on the front lines battling hunger every day. As a food

retailer, Stop & Shop recognizes the important role it can play in hunger relief efforts.

In 2016, Stop & Shop donated almost $4 million to hunger relief agencies throughout the region. Part of that effort included its signature Meat the Needs program which delivers safe, nutritious and much needed meat to regional food banks and pantries for families in need.

“Stop & Shop is proud to continue its long-standing support of local food banks and pantries on behalf of Feeding Our Families,” said Bob Yager, Stop & Shop New York Division Lead. “This will be the largest single-day food drive Stop & Shop has ever hosted, and our associates are eager to make this incredible event a success.”

In addition to the participation of The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties and Stop & Shop, the stations’ April 8 food drive will include the involvement of six other food banks, including Connecticut Food Bank, Community Food Bank of New Jersey, Food Bank for New York City, Food Bank for Westchester, Food Bank of the Hudson Valley and Island Harvest (Long Island).

Food bank operations face periods of greatest need between January and August — a time outside of traditional periods of giving and volunteering coinciding with the holiday season. Non-perishable items are requested by families daily, but the most frequently-requested items are those not covered by public assistance programs such as WIC and SNAP. These requests range from baby diapers to personal hygiene items such as toilet paper, tampons and more.

Unique to NBC 4 New York and Telemundo 47’s Feeding our Families / Alimentando a Nuestras Familias food and volunteer drive is the “Give 4” recruitment initiative. Those that register to volunteer four hours of their time every four months at local food banks can aid in more ways than stocking shelves, packing supplies and making local deliveries. “Give 4” donors can also assist local food banks and rescue operations through non-physical, customized tasks including accounting, social media, digital marketing and advertising, among others.

For more information on the April 8 Feeding Our Families/Alimentando a Nuestras Familias food and volunteer drive, visit NBCNewYork.com, Telemundo47.com, StopandShop.com or any participating food bank or food rescue organization.

Free Movies In April At Manchester Library

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Branch Library on 21 Colonial Drive will screen the following movies at 2:30 and 6 p.m. every Wednesday during April: April 12: Allied (2016). Rated R. Action/ Drama/Romance. The cast includes Brad Pitt, Marion Cotillard and Jared Harris.

Intelligence officer Max Vatan encounters French Resistance fighter Marianne Beausejour on a deadly mission behind enemy lines in 1942 North Africa. Reunited in London, their relationship is threatened by the extreme pressures of the war.

April 19: Arrival (2016). Rated PG-13.

Drama/Mystery/Sci-Fi. The cast includes Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker. When mysterious spacecraft touch down across the globe, an elite team led by expert linguist Louise Banks

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April 26: A Monster Calls (2016).

Rated PG-13. Drama/Fantasy. The cast includes Lewis MacDougall, Sigourney Weaver and Felicity Jones. 12-year-old Conor, dealing with his mother’s illness, a less-than-sympathetic grandmother and bullying classmates, finds a most unlikely ally when a Monster appears at his bedroom window. Ancient, wild, and relentless, the Monster guides Conor on a journey of courage, faith, and truth.

Registration is not required. For more information call 732-657-7600 or go online to theoceancountylibrary.org.

Ocean County Police Academy Spring Graduation

OCEAN COUNTY – The Basic Course for Police Officers Class 103 graduation will be held on May 3 at 4 p.m. Graduation will be held at the Manchester Township High School, 1 South Colonial Drive.

There will be no limit on the number of guests attending. Guests should arrive early for optimal seating.

The Basic Course for SLEO II Officers Classes 40 and 41 graduation will be held on May 16 at 5 p.m. Graduation will be held at the Pine Belt Arena, 1245 Old Freehold Road in Toms River. There will be no limit on the number of guests attending, however, guests should arrive early for optimal seating.

San Antonio Trip

WHITING – The Travel Bocce will host a trip to San Antonio, Texas, from September 22 to October 2.

For pictures, video and information on this trip, visit GroupTrips.com/The Travel.

The cost is $925 per person double occupancy, $1,295 per person single occupan-

cy, and $905 per person triple occupancy.

A $75 deposit is due upon sign-up. The deposit is non-refundable.

Tickets can be purchased every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to noon at the Hilltop Clubhouse, 325 Schoolhouse Road.

For more information, call Debbie at 201-618-8514 or Lorraine at 732-642-2917.

Flea Market

WHITING – The Whiting Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary is having a flea market on April 15 from 9 a.m. to1 p.m. at the fire house,

120 Lacey Road. The cost is $10 per table.

For more information, call Hazel at 732350-0839.

American Polish Club Of Whiting Trips

WHITING – The American Polish Club of Whiting will host a cruise to Bermuda April 30 to May 7. The cruise will leave from New York City on the Norwegian “Breakaway.”

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Holocaust Remembrance Week Events At Ocean County College

TOMS RIVER – The Center for Holocaust, Genocide & Human Rights Education at Ocean County College will sponsor a weeklong Holocaust Remembrance Program from April 23 to 28 on the Ocean County College Main Campus, College Drive.

This year’s program is dedicated to the memory of the victims of Terezín Camp and is a celebration of their creative spirit

and enduring art and music.

Theresienstadt Concentration Camp, or Terezín, was a garrison near Prague, Czechoslovakia. It was set up by the Nazis to serve as a model “ghetto camp” where visual and performing Jewish artists were imprisoned. This “cultural center” was a place to bring visiting dignitaries and entertain them with operas, concerts, and artwork of the inmates. In reality, the

living conditions of the camp behind the subterfuge were atrocious. Overcrowding, starvation, beatings, torture, and death were the ways of the camp. Jewish artists were forced to produce propaganda art and copy masterpieces confiscated from museums. Jewish musicians were released from labor details to practice and compose music acceptable to the Third Reich and to play for the Jewish prisoners as they

descended from the deportation trains and walked to the gas chambers. What remained from the ashes of Terezín is a collection of paintings by artists and children, along with magnificent musical scores.

April 23: Opening Commemoration Ceremony at 7 p.m. in Room 104, Lecture Hall, Gateway Building (#101). Holocaust Remembrance Interfaith Service sponsored by Congregation B’nai Israel of Toms River.

April 24: Holocaust Remembrance from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Room 104, Lecture Hall, Gateway Building (#101).

Reading of names of victims of the Holocaust by members of the greater Toms River and College communities.

April 24: When Words Fail, Music Speaks: A Holocaust Narrative at 12:30 p.m. in Room 104, Lecture Hall, Gateway Building (#101). Renowned NJ actor/ playwright Harlan Tuckman, who has performed in both professional productions off-Broadway and in regional theatre, plays a bitter conductor who rehearses a performance of Verdi’s Requiem with incarcerated prisoners for Nazi officials.

April 24: Holocaust Remembrance Continued from 2 to 6 p.m. in Room 104, Lecture Hall, Gateway Building (#101).

Reading of names of victims of the Holocaust continues. Volunteers are welcome to read.

April 25: Holocaust Remembrance Memorial Prayer Service at 9:30 a.m. outside on the Campus Quad by the Flag Display.

April 26: Making Light in Terezín at 9 a.m. in Room 115, Technology Building (#25). Film and discussion about how prisoners in the Terezín ghetto found a mechanism for survival through theatre, song, dance, and laughter. The director follows a modern day Minnesota theatre group as it travels to Terezín to perform a cabaret piece originally created and enacted there during World War II. April 26: Refuge in Music at 2:00 p.m. in Room 115, Technology Building (#25).

Film and discussion of a documentary awarded the International Classical Music Awards 2014 Prize for Best Documentary.

It is the story of Alice Herz-Sommer and Coco Schumann, two extraordinary musicians from very different musical worlds, both of whom survived Terezín Camp.

April 27: Out of the Ashes at 12:30 p.m. in Room 115, Technology Building (#25).

PowerPoint Lecture about Terezín Camp and the art and poetry of the artists and children imprisoned there. Bedrich Fritta, a Czech painter deported to Terezín, recorded the inhumane conditions of the camp and smuggled drawings and poetry out of the camp.

April 28: Entarte Kunst at 9:30 a.m. in Room 115, Technology Building (#25).

PowerPoint Lecture about how the Nazi Party’s National Socialist Society of German Culture used its power to label paintings by Jewish artists as “Degenerate Art” and launched an exhibition in Munich in 1937 of paintings, sculptures, prints, and books that represented, for the Nazis, the connection between race and depravity.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of April 8 - April 15

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Drive and determination are divine. Focus on achieving business and financial security rather than pursuing romance in the week ahead. Tell the truth and don’t romanticize your status in a public venue.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Teamwork expedites timely tasks. In the week ahead you can spread business know-how in a friendly, helpful way that earns priceless appreciation.

Co-workers may help you or ask you to donate to a worthy cause.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your faith in a better future will be rewarded this week. You may be surrounded by negativity or doubts may briefly undermine your confidence. If you wait until this downturn passes the conditions will improve.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): The majority rules. When you are part of a group your individual opinions may not count for much when what is good for the largest part of the group is at stake. In the week to come you should support your mate.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may easily distracted by fantasies and fancies in the week to come. Steer clear of new romantic entanglements in the next several days. You might be blinded by someone’s surface attractions and miss the facts.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Use business strategies to upgrade your bank account. You can make more money this week by working with what you have than with what you don’t.

Jump into action with projects that were previously shoved aside.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Focus on achieving financial freedom. You don’t consider yourself a professional adviser, but someone might knock on your door and ask for advice.

You may be invited to explore some new ideas in the upcoming week.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You can be gracious when you have a guru. Hook up with helpful people who demonstrate a talent for success in the week to come. Some of their successful habits may rub off on you. Find a leader to follow.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Detachment from your personal desires may be the answer. You may be too wrapped up in what you think should be done to consider other viewpoints. Keep on plugging away at a creative project.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can become lost in a fog of wishful thinking in the week ahead. Don’t begin home remodeling projects unless you have a plan already in place. Use your enthusiasm and energies in constructive ways.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Value cooperation and consideration. There is a tendency to be too competitive and aggressive as this week unfolds. If you listen to the wisdom of those who have more experience a chronic situation could be relieved PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Think things through thoroughly. The snap decisions you make now could cause regret later. Rather than wasting your money on silly pleasures in the week ahead focus on being reliable and do a little fix up and repair.

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Taking a shortcut in the kitchen for the sake of convenience or to save money can sometimes lead to less-than-successful results. I won’t use canned or bottled tomato sauce, for example, if ripe, in-season tomatoes are available to make a quick, sun-sweetened sauce from scratch. And I don’t see the point of containers of pre-grated Parmesan; after all, it takes just a few seconds longer to grate it fresh yourself from a block of the rich, nutty-tasting cheese.

But some shortcuts actually do make sense - if you know what you’re doing. To prove that point, I’d like to share a slightly altered version of one of my favorite, classic springtime pastas; one the Italians call paglia e fieno, literally “straw and hay.”

The name is an imaginative reference to the two kinds of fresh fettuccine that traditionally go into it: straw-colored egg pasta and hay-colored spinach pasta. Quickly boiled until al dente, tender but still slightly chewy, the fettuccine is tossed with a simple sauce featuring fresh peas, slivers of the cured raw ham called prosciutto, and grated Parmesan.

Sounds delicious, doesn’t it? And it’s easy to make too.

There are, however, some challenges in its most traditional form. Once upon a time, you’d have had to make the pasta from scratch, a task that isn’t difficult but takes some time. Nowadays, however, you can find packages of ready-to-cook fresh fettuccine, both the yellow egg and green spinach varieties, in most supermarkets.

As for the fresh peas, if they’re in season - as they are during spring - and you can find them in your market, shelling them can seem like a bit of a chore and adds to the time an otherwise quick recipe would take.

Fortunately, however, there’s the miracle of frozen petite peas, which you can find anywhere, and they are among the few vegetables that seem to me just about as delicious as fresh ones.

As for the prosciutto, that can be a double challenge: Not only might you have to search for it, but it can also be costly.

Fortunately, I find that the recipe can taste just as delicious made with far less expensive, much easier to find bacon. Another challenge met!

With these few logical shortcuts, a recipe that might take a couple of hours or longer to make in its traditional form, while ringing up an impressive market tab, winds up being a bargain dish that is ready to serve in less than half an hour, including the time it takes to bring the pasta cooking water to a

boil. And all that’s left for you to do before enjoying it is pick up that chunk of Parmesan cheese and grate it over every serving.

STRAW AND HAY PASTA WITH BACON AND PEAS Serves 4 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 large yellow onion, minced 8 slices smoked bacon, cut crosswise into narrow strips 1 cup (250 mL) frozen organic green petite peas 1 cup (250 mL) organic chicken broth, plus more as needed 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into cubes Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 ounces (185 g) packaged fresh egg fettuccine 6 ounces (185 g) packaged fresh spinach fettuccine Pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup (125 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving Put a large pot of salted water over high heat.

While the water comes to a boil, prepare the sauce. In a large saute pan over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onion and saute, stirring frequently, until translucent but not browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the bacon and saute until it just begins to brown, about 2 minutes longer.

Raise the heat, stir in the peas and broth, and bring to a boil; then reduce the heat and simmer for about 3 minutes. Add the butter and stir just until it melts. Remove the pan from the heat, season to taste with salt and pepper, and keep warm.

Add the egg fettuccine and spinach fettuccine to the pot of boiling water and cook until al dente, tender but still slightly chewy, following the manufacturer’s suggested cooking time. Drain the pasta.

Add the pasta to the sauce along with, if you like, a pinch of red pepper flakes. Toss the pasta well and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the 1/2 cup (125 mL) grated Parmesan and toss again, adding a little more broth, if needed, to help coat the pasta with the sauce.

To serve the pasta, use a long two-pronged carving fork or tongs to twirl up the pasta and transfer it to serving plates, mounding it in the center. Spoon more peas, bacon and sauce over the pasta. Sprinkle with more Parmesan. Serve immediately.

(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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