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By Chris Lundy LAKEWOOD – Now in their 17th year, the Lakewood BlueClaws are growing, adding new teammates and new entertainment and food options for patrons, officials said. The team, a minor league affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, is headquartered out of First Energy Park in Lakewood. The opening game of the season
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By J. Mark Mutter TOMS RIVER – In April of 1782, weeks after his capture by the British during the attack on the Toms River Blockhouse, its Patriot defender, Captain Joshua Huddy, was hanged without trial - setting off an international incident. The Brave Deeds of Our Forebears Below is an excerpt written in 1927 by William H. Fischer. It was published by the New Jersey Courier newspaper which was headquartered in downtown
Toms River Cuts $40K From Fire Budget
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – After voters rejected the budget for Fire District No. 2, the Township Council decided to cut $40,000 from it. The vote was held in February. Voters were asked to approve the $4,603,451.83 budget, of which $3,228,000 would be raised by taxation. It failed 298 votes to 265. As a result, the budget was sent to the Township Council to make cuts. The suggested cuts included $30,000 from insurance and $10,000 from Haz Mat in the administration department. These cuts were voted upon at the April 11 Township Council meeting. In other fi nancial news, the Township Council authorized a contract with Pinnacle (Fire - See Page 5)
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Toms River. Fischer’s account – 145 years after the attack – was titled “Toms River Block House Fight.” In its preface he wrote that “Man takes curious and special pride in the brave deeds of his forebears.” He was right! This year, as we celebrate Toms River’s founding 250 years ago, the Fischer account is worth reading. In it, he refers to certain people and places: Sugar House Prison: A British prison for captured (History - See Page 5)
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A proposed budget carrying a tax increase of less than a penny was scrapped by council members who pushed for an amended budget that would result in a flat tax rate this year. The budget had fi rst been introduced a month ago. It contained a tax increase of .88 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. On the average home in Toms River, it would have led to an increase of $23.70 a year, Business Administrator Paul Shives said. However, after his budget presentation on April 18, Township Council members said they wanted the budget cut so that there would be no increase in municipal taxes. Four of the seven council members are (Tax Rate - See Page 4)
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Tax Rate: Continued From Page 1 running for office this year. Shives then presented a list of places where almost $1 million could be cut to get to a flat tax. He said after council members had voiced their opposition to the budget last month, he went back to look for additional cuts. Additionally, the town received a few fortunate circumstances when insurance costs for the year came in $800,000 less than expected. The other cuts are from the salaries and wages line items in the following departments: Building: $25,000 Clerk: $10,000 Law: $3,000 Engineering: $20,000 Economic development: $7,000 Director of Buildings and Grounds: $20,000 Social Security: $20,000 Roads: $20,000 Sanitation: $15,000 Recycling: $10,000 Since the budget is being amended, there has to be another public hearing for it before it is adopted. This is scheduled for the April 25 Township Council meeting, at 6 p.m. at Town Hall. The total proposed budget will now be $125,100,831. This is an increase of $526,543 from 2016’s budget of $124,574,288. The tax levy would be $81,559,694, an increase of $161,952,466 from 2016’s $80,392,772. Councilwoman Maria Maruca credited the administration for all the hard work that went into the budget, but was opposed to seeing any increase, since the school district and county
freeholders were also having increases. She was the first council member to comment on the proposed budget, and the rest of the council members had their chances to comment. They all agreed that a cut was needed, to some extent. Some suggested holding off on hiring, or not replacing staff without first vetting whether the position needs to be refilled. Councilman Maurice Hill was one of the council members who agreed with the need for the budget to remain flat, but warned that a zero budget will impact future budgets and the ability to recover from emergencies. Shives said the $800,000 windfall from the insurance line items is a great boon, but he was afraid that it is a one-time fix that might be felt in the future. Next year, for example, if the insurance costs increase in the double digits, it will hurt that much more. That $800,000 would have been used as a cushion for emergencies throughout the year, or surplus to be used to offset the following year. Still, even with the changes in the budget, some factors were still the same. This will be the first year without state and federal aid that came after SuperStorm Sandy, Shives said. The township had been preparing for this, as the aid had been declining every year. More than 35 percent of police officers, 58 in total, retired in the last six years. The budget reflects the administration’s intention to keep the complement of officers at 160. Township departments have an “other expenses” line item that is used to pay for any miscellaneous costs throughout the year. Those line items have been frozen at the same amounts for a few years, causing each department to do more with less, Shives said.
BlueClaws: Continued From Page 1 kicked off on April 13. They were up against the Greensboro Grasshoppers, which are affiliated with the Miami Marlins. Ultimately, the local team lost 2-0, but the crowd had a good time, the team spokesman said. The fans really do get into the game here. It was a good crowd, about 6,870 people. A few different factors went into making it the biggest opening night since 2009. The most important factor was the weather. As spring has fi nally been breaking through the winter weather, people wanted to get out and enjoy the sun. Additionally, a lot of people were off on Good Friday, so the Thursday game was a popular destination. New Players The team is strong as ever, officials reported. They are expecting big things from two new prospects. One is Mickey Moniak, an 18-year-old centerfielder from California who was the first overall pick. He was batting .302. Another is Sixto Sanchez, also 18, who is a pitcher from the Dominican Republic. He has been featured on many baseball websites as a player to watch. New Food Several new food options are being added to the stadium this season.
The new Dugout Bar is open along the third base concourse and will feature a variety of beer, including craft, domestic and premium drafts. There is also a variety of white and red wine selections. The Grand Slam Grill is now open, serving traditional ballpark fare as well as newer favorites such as hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken drummettes, mac & cheese bites, ice cream and Italian ice. Three food trucks have taken up semi-permanent residence at the stadium. The Empanada Guy, Fork in the Road and Jake’s Crab Shack will be set up on the concourse of every home game. New Entertainment When the players aren’t on the field, other entertainment will be available. The TD Bank Summer Concert Series will share dates with eight Saturday home games, beginning May 27. The doors open two hours before the game for the concert. The stadium will still have fireworks shows after Friday shows, as well as games on May 28, July 3 and Sept. 3. The 14 fireworks shows will also have themes for the first time this year. They include Musicals, Billy Joel, 90s Disney, Star Wars and more. Tickets and Scheduling One thing that hasn’t changed is the price of tickets. They are still $13 for adults and $10 for juniors and seniors. To see the BlueClaws schedule, visit milb.com/schedule/ index.jsp?sid=t427.
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History: Continued From Page 1 American soldiers during the Revolutionary War. Captain Richard Lippincott: An American who was loyal to the British during the war and who served in their army. Board of Associated Loyalists: An organization of Americans loyal to the British headquartered in New York City. Its President was William Franklin, the last Royal Governor of New Jersey (and Benjamin’s son). Britannia: A British war ship. Gravelly Point: The location in Highlands, New Jersey (near Sandy Hook) where Huddy was hanged. Freehold: the county seat of Monmouth. Dover Township (now Toms River) was part of Monmouth County until 1850. The Death of Joshua Huddy Fischer’s account of Huddy’s death: “Arriving in New York, Huddy and his men were placed in the Sugar House prison, but
Fire: Continued From Page 1 Integrated Systems for the purchase and installation of a security camera system at the municipal building, parking garage and jail. The amount of the contract is not to exceed $167,793. The township will also be purchasing Tasers and related accessories for the po-
The Toms River Times, April 22, 2017, Page 5 he was moved to the Provost Guard prison on April 1. A week later, on April 8, Captain Richard Lippincott, a neighbor of Huddy in Shrewsbury Township, Monmouth County, before the Revolution broke out, with orders from the Board of Associated Loyalists, took Huddy, Fleming and Randolph aboard a sloop, ironed them, and went down the bay to Sandy Hook, where they were placed on the man-o’-war Britannia. The fiction that Huddy was to be exchanged was carefully kept up in all the written orders, though it seems to have been well known among the officers and men that the “exchange” was to be for Phil White, a daring refugee, captured by the Patriots and shot while trying to escape his captors as they took him to Freehold for trial. On April 12 Lippincott demanded Huddy from Captain Morris of the Britannia. With a guard of sixteen Loyalists and six sailors, he was rowed to Gravelly Point at the foot of the Highlands. Here three fence rails and a barrel formed a gibbet. Huddy’s old neighbors, now his executioners, allowed
lice department in the amount of $60,000. Demolition of several township buildings are also on the horizon. The 21 Plus building at Winding River Park North and an old house on the Bey Lea Golf Course are in the crosshairs. The township went out to bid on the 21 Plus building, while asking for an alternate price that would include the Bey Lea building as well.
him to dictate and sign his will, and they also saw that it reached the Freehold courts for probate. Tradition also says that Huddy shook hands with Lippincott, just as he stepped up on the barrel, saying, “I shall die innocent and in a good cause.” He stated that he was innocent, because to justify the murder of a prisoner of war, the Tories accused Huddy of having a hand in the death of Phil White, though White was shot four days after Huddy’s capture at Toms River. Lippincott’s men were loath to pull this rope on Huddy, and cursing them; Lippincott seized the rope himself, and as others joined in, launched Josh Huddy off into eternity. Another story says that a black, a slave who had fled to the British lines, was Huddy’s executioner. That afternoon at four o’clock the Patriots found Huddy hanging on the gibbet and pinned to his breast was the Tories’ justification of their act. It accused the patriots of murdering refugees and said that they had made an example of Huddy and would
“hang man for man, as long as a refugee is left existing. Up goes Huddy for Phil White.” Huddy’s body was taken to Freehold, to the home of Captain James Green (quite likely his son-in-law) and on the fifteenth, his funeral sermon was preached from the tavern steps by Rev. John Woodhull, pastor of the Presbyterian Church. He was buried with the honors of war in old Tennant Burying ground but the grave was not marked, and is now unknown.” Huddy Park Today, we still remember the sacrifice of Joshua Huddy (and the other Patriots who defended our village). On Saturday, June 24 - the Township’s 250th anniversary we shall re-dedicate the municipal park on Water Street that bears Josh Huddy’s name. J. Mark Mutter is the Toms River Township Clerk and Historian. He is Chairman of the Semiquincentennial Committee that is planning the Township’s 250th anniversary in 2017.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER The Burning Of Our Flag What is going on in our country? To protest is one thing, but to burn our f lag is a sin. From 1776, men and women have given up their lives to protect the f lag. The f lag is a symbol of what makes our country great. I do believe in all our freedoms, but to disrespect the f lag is in a category of its own. To burn the f lag is a disrespect for our country. The f lag is more than a piece of cloth with stars and stripes. It is almost the foundation of our nation. We have fought many wars to p r ot e c t ou r c ou nt r y and our f lag, and we will go on protecting the homeland and the f lag. W h at r ig ht do these people have to
destroy the f lag? Have they no love of country and the f lag? What is it they do respect? These are the people who would never spill a drop of blood to protect what is so dear to us. People have the right to protest within the l aw. Eve n t h o u g h it may be legal to bur n the f lag, it is wrong. It is a slap in the face to every American. Yes, we have our freedoms, but no one should abuse the rights we have been given. I have great love for ou r cou nt r y a nd ou r f lag. Let us pass a law that forbids the burni ng of the f lag. It is our duty to protect our f lag. Herb Greenberg, Jr. Brick
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Letters To The Editor Imagine All The People I’d like to share a simple solution for the unsettling over-development that is happening all over Brick Township and other parts of Ocean County. The concept is grassroots democracy: decisions are made by people who are affected by them. Policy should be created, approved and implemented by the people it affects. For example if a developer proposes a Wawa on the corner near the busy, populated Lake Riviera neighborhood, it’s my belief that the people living in the neighborhood who will be affected by this development should decide whether or not to rezone the property and allow it. Why should unelected, well-connected, political appointments make this decision? I don’t see any legitimate reason why local zoning decisions can’t be made on a grassroots level, democratically, by the people who will be affected most, not by political appointees with very little at stake. Imagine if these decisions could be made by the people affected. Imagine. Maybe this is an idealist, utopian vision of a society in which everyone has a say, a voice, and some power, but this is what Greens in NJ and across the US are fighting for. Maybe I’m a dreamer. I hope I’m not the only one. Alfred Clayton Chairperson, Green Party of Ocean County Brick
Letters The religious Editor needs of the the future realities facing Volunteers’To the Kindness May Save Lives On Saturday, April 1, the American Red Cross in conjunction with the Whiting Fire Department and many volunteers came through Pine Ridge at Crestwood and replaced or provided smoke alarm batteries. If that wonderful act of kindness saves one mobile home from going up in smoke, it will have been a deed surely worth doing. I am so appreciative of the youth that came to my door and realized I did not have a smoke alarm either in my bedroom or my second bedroom and the one next to my bedroom was dead so I was given three new smoke alarms in addition to replacing one battery in another area. These are volunteers who go all over the state of New Jersey and enlist the local fire departments to assist them. Hats off to you all. And, this is no April Fool’s joke! Bette Kooreman Whiting
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children and the possibility of establishing a church in Cassville. Through his efforts, the Cassville fi re house was rented for the children once a week by Trenton-based nuns. The Eucharist was fi rst offered on November 3, 1952, in the Cassville fire house. Around the same time, the area saw an influx of Hispanics, and the Claretian leaders from Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Perth Amboy established a mission. Masses were held in a chicken coop on a property located on West Veteran’s Highway. On August 25, 1991, the parish was renamed St. Monica Mission. The diocese ended St. Monica’s status as a mission parish in October 2001 and restored the original name of the church making it a stand-Alone Parish within the diocese. The mission of St. Monica located at 679 West Veteran’s Hwy, Route 528 is to teach the message of Christ and provide outreach for the needy in the par ish and com munit y. Teaching the message of Ch r ist is accomplished by rea ch i ng out to al l within the com munit y: young and old, Catholic and non-Catholic through example and through the ef for t s of t he va r iou s parish organizations. St. Monica’s reaches out to meet the needs of the community spiritually, adult and children’s religious education, sacramental preparation, assistance to needy, bereavement counseling and ministering to homebou nd. Act iv it ies include food drives, holiday food baskets for needy families, AA and cooked meals for the sick. Jackson, the largest municipality in Ocean County is 100.6 square miles, a huge area and responsibility for one parish to support spiritually and servicing the needy. Last year the Diocese of Trenton initiated the Faith in Our Future (FIOF) initiative to best determine
the Diocese and the Catholic Church. These issues include the decline in the number of Catholics, as well as the dwindling resources that will be available due to the number of priests that will reach retirement age in the next 8-10 years and fewer men who are pursuing priestly vocations. Additionally, fewer pa r ish ioners a re par ticipating in weekly Mass, the sacraments and collections are down. The preliminary recommendation of the Diocesan Planning Commission was for a merger of the two Catholic parishes in Jackson. The FIOF core group of St. Monica’s held a town meeting to solicit the input of its parishioners to assist them in preparing a fi nal response to the preliminary recommendation. The fi nal response was submitted to the Diocese in October 2016 and in January the bishop announced all his decisions for the Diocese. As a result, St. Monica would remain unchanged and its status would be periodically reviewed going forward. Part of this rationale is that St. Monica’s, under the guidance and direction of Fr. Alex Enriquez and Deacons Mike Principato, Christian K noebel, and Gene Moir, has been the exception. Since July 1, 2013, the Parish has been growing while maintaining fi nancial stability. With the immediate future of St Monica clarified, the clergy, staff and parishioners are proactively developing a plan titled “St. Monica Vision 2020” focu si ng on t he longer-term development of goals and objectives that will be required to keep St. Monica’s a Jackson fi xture for years to come. For more infor mation about St. Monica Church visit saintmonica.com. Father A lex Enr iquez and the St. Monica Parish Pastoral Council Jackson
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From The Desk Of Congressman Tom MacArthur: Congressman MacArthur Calls On State Leaders To Pass Addiction Recovery Legislation Congressman Tom MacArthur N EW J ER SEY – O n April 11, Congressman MacArthur wrote a letter to Governor Christie and other leaders in Trenton u rg i ng t he m t o c r e at e
OCEA N COU N T Y – St udies show that New Jer sey ha s t he h ig hest rate of autism in the entire country, with one out of ever y 41 children bor n tod ay bei ng diag nosed with autism, according t o Pa r e nt s of Aut i s t ic Children of New Jersey (POAC). To raise awareness and highlight the importance of autism education, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders will recognize the month of April as “Autism Awareness Month.” “As a lifelong educator, I have seen the difference
a fair and well-craf ted involuntary commitment process for those struggling with substance abuse. “As a co-chair of the Cong ressional Bipar tisan Heroin Task Force, I’m committed to working with my colleagues to f i nd ef fe ct ive ways t o t r e a t t h e a d d ic t io n
crisis across the country and in my home state,” said Congressman Tom M a cA r t h u r. “ O n e i m por t ant problem that needs to be addressed is the difficultly of treating people who are not capable of seeking or choosing the help they desperately need. Parents, like Lisa and Bill Vandegrift,
t r y ever y t h i ng to save their child’s life, but find that someone suffering f rom a dd ict ion of t e n cannot choose to seek the help they need. I’m urgi ng Gove r nor C h r ist ie and our state government leaders to develop a careful and fair involuntary commitment process for t h o s e s t r u g g l i n g w it h
substance abuse so they c a n g e t t h e h el p t h e y need.” Lisa Vandegrift of Pembe r ton Tow n sh ip said , “When I reached out to C o n g r e s s m a n M a c A rthur he immediately sat down with my family and me to discuss our ideas t o help t hose who a r e st r uggli ng with addic-
Ocean County Freeholders Recognize April As Autism Awareness Month e a rly i nt e r ve nt ion ca n m a ke a nd wa nt t o e n courage all Ocean County residents to par ticipate in our County’s National Autism Awareness Month activities to become better educated about autism spectrum disorders,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “The Ocean County Office for Individuals with Disabilities is one of the resou rces available for informing the community on issues per taining to this disorder.” Vicari noted that it’s estimated more than 3.5 m i l l ion i nd iv idu a l s i n
the United States have autism. “It’s a priority that we take care of the frail, the elderly and the disabled,” Vicari said. “Highlighting this developmental disabilit y provides important information that c a n help f a m i l ie s a nd ca reg ive r s of ch i ld re n that have autism spectrum disorder.” The Centers for Disease Control states that people with autism spect r u m d i s o r d e r s (A SD) often have problems with s o c i a l , e m o t io n a l a n d c om mu n icat ion sk i l l s. They might repeat cer-
tain behaviors and might not want change in their d a i ly a ct iv it ie s. Ma ny p e ople w it h ASD a l so have different ways of lear ning, paying attention or reacting to things. Research shows that early intervention services can greatly improve a child’s development, even though there is no cure for ASD.
Events will be taking place th roug hout the month to highlight Autism Awareness. POAC is hosting “Walk for a Difference” scheduled to take place at 11 a.m. on April 23 at First E n e r g y Pa r k i n L a ke wood. For more information on the walk, visit poacwalk.
tion. Once my daughter Sabrina passed, I decided to turn my grief into an effort to help families avoid the pain of losing a child. This legislation will save lives the day it is signed and I stand with C o n g r e s s m a n M a c A rt hu r i n cal l i ng on ou r leaders in Trenton to get it done.”
org or call 732-785-1099. I n for mat ion on autism can be accessed by visiting w w w.autismnj. org, a u t i sm spe a k s.org or childmind.org/topics/ disorders/aut ism- spectrum-disorder for autism in children. “I encourage everyone to tap into the resources available,” Vicari said.
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If you’re tired of using reading glasses, there are two FDA-approved “corneal inlays” that can be implanted just below the surface of one eye. The Kamra inlay by Acufocus and the Raindrop Near Vision Inlay by ReVision work best for individuals with otherwise healthy eyes and good distance vision. The Kamra is a tiny plastic, permeable, opaque ring that is less than a quarter of the size of an ordinary contact lens. It improves near vision by blocking peripheral light rays while allowing central rays to pass through. The Raindrop is an exceedingly thin, small, clear disc that is composed of hydrogel, which works by changing the shape of the cornea to focus light before it reaches the eye lens. Regular eye exams are an invaluable tool in maintaining healthy eyes by detecting and preventing disease in both adults and children. Some diseases develop slowly without causing pain or vision loss. Early detection of any problems can reduce the risk of further harm and allow for a choice of treatment options. To schedule an appointment, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A., at 732-349-5622.
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the professionals of the Garden State Philharmonic orchestra during a concert held at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College.
OCC Concert Band Salutes Broadway At Grunin Center
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County College Concert Band will present its spring concert A Salute to Broadway on May 6 at 7 p.m. at the Grunin Center (Building #12), OCC Main Campus, College Drive. There is nothing better than a Broadway show, except hearing the music from more than a dozen shows in one night. The OCC Concert Band will perform selections from classic Broadway hit shows, including An American in Paris, Carousel, Fiddler on the Roof, Jersey Boys, The King and I, Les Miserables, The Lion King, Man of LaMancha, The Music Man, Oklahoma!, Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, South Pacific and West Side Story.
Enjoy songs such as, “All I Ask of You,” “Bali Ha’i,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” “Can You Feel the Love Tonight, “The Circle of Life,” “Climb Every Mountain,” “Getting to Know You,” “Hakuna Matata,” “I Dreamed a Dream,” “The Impossible Dream,” “Masquerade,” “Master of the House,” “The Music of the Night,” “Seventy-six Trombones,” “Tradition” and “Walk Like a Man.” Tickets cost $24 for adults, $20 for seniors and $10 for students. Purchase tickets online at tickets.ocean.edu or call the Grunin Center Box Office at 732-255-0500. Note that all performances are subject to change. Please call ahead for an updated schedule or visit our website at ocean.edu.
Town Wide Garage Sale
ISLAND HEIGHTS – A town wide garage sale is on June 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rain date is June 18. If you would like to participate, a $10 permit fee is required and can be obtained at the Island Heights Borough offices between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through
Thursday and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday evenings. Please obtain your permit prior to June 14 so to ensure you will be included in the map. The map will be available on June 15 at various locations in the borough, including borough hall and the post office.
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–Photo courtesy Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office TOMS RIVER – On April 7, Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato announced the graduation of Toms River’s Silver Bay and North Dover Elementary School students from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education and Training) Program. This graduation marks the certification of another 210 students for the 2016-2017 school year. Ocean County Prosecutors’ Office Sgt. Renee Nauyoks, detectives Taryn Ritacco and Thomas Scalzullo partnered with Toms River Police Officers Pam Slaven and Ron Bayer and Ocean County Sheriff’s Officers Joe Kirby and Bill Zyckowski to fulfill the six-week school outreach course. The program focuses on teaching children life skills, including decision making, communication skills, anger management, anti-bullying and respect. The program is taught by officers who are trained and certified by the OCPO, allowing local law enforcement to work collaboratively with the school district and the
community. To date, the program has taught life skills and lessons to over 1,400 students throughout Ocean County. The G.R.E.A.T. Program is an evidence-based, national and international gang and violence prevention program that has been building trust between law enforcement and communities for almost 30 years. G.R.E.A.T. is intended as an immunization against delinquency, youth violence and gang membership. It is designed for children in the years immediately before they reach the prime age for introduction into gangs and delinquent behavior. The program is built around school-based, law enforcement officer-instructed classroom curricula. The OCPO brought the program to Ocean County schools in 2011 and has been continuously working cooperatively with other Ocean County law enforcement agencies to expand the program locally, in an effort to reach as many children as possible. For more information about the G.R.E.A.T. Program, visit great-online.org.
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OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County College’s Spring Day is a celebration of the academic and social opportunities that await students. The event is May 4 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the Main Campus, College Drive in Toms River. The public is invited to attend. Spring Day is a combination Open House, Accepted Students Day, and Spring Celebration. Spring Day is the perfect time to visit the campus, experience the people, and enjoy the culture. The force is strong at OCC. The day is filled with fun, food, games, music, tours, and a movie on the Green (Star Wars: The Force Awakens). Spring Day Activities: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., barbecue. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., DJ, inflatables, obstacle course, club fair, Viking games, dunk tank,
and carnival foods. 3 to 6 p.m., Continuing and Professional Education Open House features information on noncredit career programs, special interest classes, and summer camps for kids and teens. 5:30 to 8 p.m., campus tours. 6 to 8 p.m., live performance by musical group The Shoobies. 6 to 8 p.m., Admissions Open House and Academic Fair – visit with representatives from academic schools, financial aid, athletics, admissions, advising, NJ Stars, and more. 8 p.m., Movie on the Green, Star Wars The Force Awakens. Register at go.ocean.edu/events or call the Admissions Office at 732-255-0400, ext. 2960.
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TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Office of Emergency Management is offering free, unfilled sandbags to residents in an effort to promote preparedness. To reserve sandbags for your home or business, please call 732-341-3267 Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Artists Exhibit “Seeing Double” At Grunin Gallery
TOMS RIVER – The Jay and Linda Grunin Center Art Gallery, Ocean County College Main Campus, College Drive, will feature “Seeing Double” with watercolorist Karen Pomeroy and photographer Frank Parisi from May 1 to May 26. Please use Parking Lot #2. Admission is free and open to the public. “Seeing Double” focuses on the Jersey Shore and captures the light and beauty of the area. The photographic images that Frank Parisi has captured are transformed into watercolors through Karen Pomeroy’s interpretations of those images. Parisi explained that this exhibit is a collaborate effort. “We are two artists, starting from different outlooks, working with very different tools and techniques, but we often share a single creative vision.” According to Pomeroy, “Working with another person’s vision is a unique experience. The photographs are captured with the eye of one artist and then transformed through the eye and hand of another to create a “Double Vision.” Both works are unique and expres-
sionistic. As a photographer, Parisi has been capturing images for over 40 years, traveling to Europe, the Caribbean, Cuba, the United States, South America and Antarctica. Among his favorite subjects is the Jersey Shore. Pomeroy has been a watercolor artist for over 30 years. She exhibits her watercolors, acrylics, and oil paintings in the Ocean County area, which provides much of the inspiration for her artwork. The Grunin Center Art Gallery at Ocean County College is open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturdays when classes are in session. Additionally, the Gallery will be open to the public when performances and events take place in the Grunin Center. All exhibits are subject to change. Please call ahead for updated opening/closing dates. For information, call the Grunin Center Box Office at Ocean County College at 732-2550500 or visit ocean.edu.
Silver Park West Rummage Sale
TOMS RIVER – Silver Ridge Park West will host their annual rummage sale on April 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 145 Westbrook Drive. There will also be a cake sale and light lunch available for a small fee.
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–Photo courtesy Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce Heather Barberi, Executive Director of Ocean County College Foundation, Adam Binder Founder of Creative Click Media, Noelle Carino, CEO of Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce and Ken Malagiere, Owner of Narcissus Florals. TOMS RIVER – On April 6, The Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce (GTRCC) teamed up with members of Creative Click Media and the Ocean County College Foundation to bring families a night under the stars. Over 80 people filled the Robert J. Novins Planetarium as Amanda and her team took the room on a star-filled adventure through our solar system. The GTRCC conducts these types of family-friendly events one to two times per month at no cost. A donation is requested at the door to benefit a particular non-profit on the night of the event. In this case, over $400 was raised to benefit Ocean County College Foundation’s scholarship program.
Originally established to provide scholarships to students attending Ocean County College, the Foundation has expanded its outreach to partner with community leaders in business, industry, education and government to provide quality, affordable education to students and prepare them to assume their roles in our society. To learn more about GTRCC’s next Business After Hours Event hosted in partnership with Ocean Mental Health Services/OceanCares Foundation and SERVPRO of Toms River on May 18, please contact Noelle Carino, CEO of Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce at 732-349-0220 or noelle@ tomsriverchamber.com.
Crestwood Village VI Movie Night
WHITING – Crestwood Village VI will show the movie Lion on May 12 in Deerfield Hall, 6 Congasia Road. This drama is the true story of a child who accidentally gets separated from his family. As a college student, he is re-introduced to his Indian culture and childhood memories and the search to discover his past begins. The film received many accolades and was nominated for a “Best Picture” award. The movie is rated PG-13 and runtime is
1 hour and 58 minutes. It will be shown close-captioned for the hearing impaired. Doors opens at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 7 p.m. Feel free to come early to sit, chat and enjoy refreshments that will be served until 6:45 p.m. Bring your own chair or cushion if the provided chairs do not suit you. All are welcome to the movie for the low cost of $2, including non-residents of Crestwood Village VI. Any questions, call Julie at 732-849-5363.
Women’s Perception Panel
TOMS RIVER – Reaching Across Faith Traditions (R.A.F.T.) and Ocean County Diversity Initiative present a seminar on how religion influences women’s dress and how appearance shapes their perception on April 30 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Ocean County College Gateway Building, 1 College Drive. The panel discussion features Dr. Cynthia Ninivaggi, Georgian Court University, Professor Atiya Aftab, Rutgers University, Dr.
Johann Vento, Georgian Court University, Dr. Mary Paula Cancienne, Georgian Court University and Rabbi Lisa Malik, PhD, Aberdeen. The special event is being held in partnership with Middle Eastern North Africa Club of Ocean County College. There is no charge to attend, but seating is limited to 200. Please register by calling 732363-0530 or visiting oceancountyraft.wixsite. com/mysite.
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Epilepsy Program At Community Medical Center Earns Reaccreditation
TOMS RIVER – The National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) has accredited Community Medical Center’s Epilepsy Program at the Jay and Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute as a Level 3 Epilepsy Center for the second consecutive period. Level 3 epilepsy centers have the professional expertise and facilities to provide the highest level of medical evaluation and treatment for patients with complex epilepsy. The NAEC designation as a specialized epilepsy center means that Community Medical Center not only provides routine care to individuals with seizures or epilepsy, but also specializes in providing comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services to individuals with uncontrolled seizures. The accurate diagnosis of epilepsy and other seizure disorders often requires performing prolonged outpatient or inpatient video-electroencephalography (video-EEG) monitoring. The video EEG program at Community Medical Center offers the only video-EEG service in the region for children, adolescents and adults. The program features state-ofthe-art computerized digital EEG and video equipment on both the pediatric and adult neuroscience units. Dr. Amor Mehta, medical director and epileptologist for the Epilepsy Program at the Jay and Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute at Community Medical Center, explains, “Video EEG uses a simultaneous video and EEG recording - a brain wave test to detect abnormalities in the electrical activity of the brain. This is done to document one or more of the
patient’s typical spells, in order to determine their cause, nature and optimal treatment.” Dr. Mehta works with a team of physicians, technicians and nurses to evaluate patients, diagnose epilepsy and develop individualized and comprehensive treatment plans. “Achieving designation as a Level 3 Epilepsy Center is a testament to our medical staff, especially the Department of Neurology, who provides exceptional care,” said Michael Mimoso, President and Chief Executive Officer of Community Medical Center. “With Dr. Mehta’s leadership and expertise we are able to elevate the level of care available to individuals with epilepsy and other seizure disorders,” he added. The Jay and Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute at Community Medical Center brings together a highly skilled interdisciplinary group of specialists to provide the highest quality advanced care to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases of the brain, the spinal cord and the peripheral nervous system. The Neuroscience Institute combines the extensive medical experience and state-of-the-art technology to treat epilepsy, as well as stroke, brain and spinal cord diseases and tumors, dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease, sleep disorders, and movement and neuromuscular disorders. For additional information about the video-EEG Program at the Jay and Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute, call 732-557-8116. For a referral to physician on staff at Community Medical Center, please call 1-888-724-7123 or visit barnabashealth.org/ community.
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BRICK – Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) will host a Career Expo on May 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the OCVTS Brick Center, 350 Chambers Bridge Road. OCVTS offers accelerated technical career training programs for high school graduates, including automotive technology, cosmetology, culinary arts, new home construction, certified medical assistant and practical nursing.
The 10-month programs get students started on a career faster, offer affordable tuition and financial aid assistance, and provide training facilities in Ocean County. Programs qualify for veterans’ education benefits, unemployment retraining and federal financial aid. There is also an annual hair cut-a-thon offering free haircuts. No appointment is necessary and all donations received will benefit Autism Speaks.
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Lakehurst Historical Museum Keeps Hindenburg History Alive
By Jennifer Peacock LAKEHUST – The display occupies an area under the stained-glass window in memory of Thomas and Catherine Whalen and Family. It’s one lighted case beneath that window, a case that can’t be opened to examine the items inside, and table filled with books to the right of the case. There are photographs and newspaper clippings pinned to the walls and sitting on the windowsill. On the northern side of the building, there are newspaper clippings, some from papers that no longer exist. It’s a small part of the Lakehurst Historical Society’s museum, which occupies the Old St. John’s Church, itself Ocean County’s oldest Roman Catholic Church. But the Hindenburg remains a giant in the borough’s history. “You go anywhere and mention that you’re from Lakehurst, so many people associate that with the Hindenburg,” historical society volunteer Aurora Semple said. But, she added, “The Hindenburg isn’t [the historical society’s] main concern. Lakehurst has been around since Revolutionary times.” Semple and her fellow volunteers – on this Wednesday, Barbara Cummings and Bernadette Werthwein – said the museum would likely see a bump in visitors with the 80th anniversary of the Hindenburg tragedy approaching. On May 3, 1937, the Hindenburg left Frankfurt, Germany, and made its three-day journey across the Atlantic to Lakehurst, carrying 36 passengers and 61 crew members. An advertisement discovered by Cummings
revealed the price for that transatlantic trip was $400, about $7,000 per ticket in today’s dollars. Waiting for storms to clear from the area, the Hindenburg made its final approach to Lakehurst around 7 p.m. on May 6. Eyewitness accounts have always varied, but about 25 minutes after arriving, the dirigible – the largest ever built – burst into flames, crashing to the ground in less than a minute. Thirteen passengers, 22 crewmen, and one civilian ground crewman, Allen Hagaman, died. The crash is well documented in photographs, on-location movies, and Chicago broadcaster Herbert Morrison’s now-legendary radio commentary, which wasn’t broadcast live and is known for his desperate utterance, “oh, the humanity…” The single display case dedicated to the Hindenburg houses an eclectic collection of memorabilia and items from the dirigible itself. Letters are addressed “via airship Hindenburg, Lakehurst.” A clock from the dirigible is frozen at 12:38 p.m. There are items that reveal the tragedy, however. The museum has several pieces of paper, one a schedule of the Hindenburg’s flight times, that is singed. A woman from Florida donated a piece of rope line from the Hindenburg. Two different men, one from New York, donated pieces from the dirigible’s gas cell, constructed from a material made from brushing layers of gelatin onto cotton fabric, different from the usual goldbeater’s skin (outer member of cattle intestines, according to Airships.com). The
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–Photos by Jennifer Peacock Barbara Cummings, Aurora Semple and Bernadette Werthwein volunteer their time at the Lakehurst Historical Society. Among the many displays is a section showcasing the Hindenburg. Artifacts on display at the Lakehurst Historical Society. pieces, one a larger, folded fabric, and the other, which at a particular angle looks like a giraffe’s neck and head, are a mottled gray. Questions about the tragedy are deferred to the dozens of books on the subject. The
collection sits on a table next to the display. The museum, located at 300 Center Street, is open Wednesdays and Sundays from noon to 3 p.m.
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When the news broke of the chemical attack on Syrian civilians and babies, we were all disturbed and shocked that a weapon of mass destruction was unleashed. Sarin is its name and it’s 26 times more potent than cyanide. Being a curious sort, I looked it up to see what the mechanism of action was, as well as the antidote to Sarin. With radiation, research supports greens (dulse, chlorella, spirulina, etc.) or perhaps some iodine supplements. None of that works for Sarin though. I did something I shouldn’t have. People who are empathetic should not be allowed to google images of such an attack! I can’t unsee the damage done by Sarin and other nerve agents. Ugh. This neurotoxin was outlawed in the 1990’s. It’s in the same Schedule 1 category like LSD, heroin, marijuana, GHB and Ecstasy. It doesn’t work like those, it’s just categorized with them. Sarin blocks an enzyme in the human body called acetylcholinesterase (ACHE) that normally breaks down your memory neurotransmitter called “acetylcholine.” So some ACHE is good, as it supports learning and memory. In fact, memory supplements always put ingredients in their formula to gently block ACHE, so again, a bit more acetylcholine is fine. Too much will kill you. Sarin shuts down ACHE completely, so acetylcholine levels skyrocket within minutes. This is the same mechanism of action that bug spray and malathion utilizes. Most insecticides block ACHE, so Sarin is essentially just human insecticide. If you walk by it and inhale it, you wouldn’t even know because you can’t see it or smell
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SEASIDE HEIGHTS – The 3rd Annual Ocean of Love “Mike and Mitch Jail-A-Thon” fundraiser is on May 4 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Hemingway’s Café, 612 Ocean Boulevard. Come watch these bad boys battle it out during an awesome Dueling Piano Show.
Tickets cost $40 and proceeds benefit Ocean of Love, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping Ocean County children with cancer and their families. Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com or at Keller Williams Realty, 1400 Hooper Ave.
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BAYVILLE – Morning Star Presbyterian Church will host a Spring Yard Sale on May 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., One Morning Star Way. For more information, call Karen at 732-779-4968 or visit morningstarchurch.org.
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Know Your Health Risks During National Minority Health Month
NEW JERSEY – While heart disease and stroke are top health threats for all Americans, statistics show that these d i s e a s e s d i s p r o p or t ion at ely a f fe c t minorities. April is National Minority Health Month and the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association wants the public to know their risks and how they can work to prevent heart disease and stroke. W h ile some r isk factors can’t be changed – like age, family histor y, race, and gender – others can be modified with simple lifestyle changes. For instance, high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke, but may be controlled by working with a doctor to know their numbers, eating a hearthealthy diet and being more physically active. “Make every effort to make healthy lifestyle changes,” said Aliya Frances Browne, D.O. FACC, board certified clinical cardiologist and spokesperson for the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. “Studies suggest that working with your healthcare provider to manage your numbers, eat healthy and exercise more may reduce risk for heart disease and stroke by up to 80 percent.” African Americans and Hispanics have a different prevalence of risk fac-
tors for heart disease and stroke. More than 75 percent of Hispanics, age 20 and older, are considered overweight or obese, while nearly 30 percent of Hispanics suffer from diabetes. African Americans are disproportionately affected by obesity, with over 63 percent of men and 77 percent of women being overweight. While cardiovascular disease remains the No.1 killer of all women, minority women are even more affected by heart disease and stroke. For instance, African American women face higher risks for high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke, and nearly 49 percent have cardiovascular disease. According to the American Heart Association, Hispanic women on average are likely to develop heart disease 10 years earlier than non-Hispanics. Blacks and Hispanics are less likely to achieve blood pressure control, even though exercise can g reatly reduce these risks. According to the American Heart Association, only 20 percent of African Americans and Hispanics that are seeing a specialist for hard-to control blood pressure are taking their medicine properly. They can start to live better with Life’s Simple 7, a seven step list that will help manage their health. Start with one or two items on the list and go from there,
just a few small changes can make a huge difference in their lives. Manage Blood Pressure When blood pressure stays within healthy ranges, people reduce the strain on their hearts, arteries, and kidneys which keeps them healthier longer. Control Cholesterol When people control their cholesterol, they are giving their arteries their best chance to remain clear of blockages. Reduce Blood Sugar Most of the food people eat is turned into glucose (or blood sugar) that their bodies use for energy. Over time, high levels of blood sugar can damage the heart, kidneys, eyes and nerves. Get Active Living an active life is one of the most rewarding gifts people can give themselves and those they love. Simply put, daily physical activity increases their length and quality of life. Eat Better A healthy diet is one of the best weap-
ons for fighting cardiovascular disease. When people eat a heart-healthy diet, they improve their chances for feeling good and staying healthy – for life. Lose Weight When people shed extra fat and unnecessary pounds, they reduce the burden on their hearts, lungs, blood vessels and skeletons. Stop Smoking Cigarette smokers have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. If people smoke, quitting is the best thing they can do for their health. People have more power than they can imagine. They have the power to break down barriers and play a vital role against heart disease and stroke. By adopting a healthy lifestyle, which includes stress management, good nutrition and physical activity, they can save their lives. Fo r m o r e i n fo r m a t io n o n l iv i n g Healt hy For Good , v isit hea r t.org / healthyforgood.
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Ocean County Summer 2017 Beach Badge Prices
OCEAN COUNTY – Beach badges at most Ocean County beaches are now available for purchase for the Summer 2017 season. Purchase dates and prices are as follows: Point Pleasant Beach (Jenkinson’s) Season Badges: Adults – $90, Seniors 62+ – $65, Children 5 to 11 – $45, Children under 5 with adult – FREE. Mantoloking Season Badges: Adults – $20, Children 12 and under – FREE. Seaside Heights Season Badges: Purchased through May 15 – $45/After May 15 – $60, Children 11 and under – FREE, Seniors 65+ – $10. Seaside Park Season Badges: Purchased through June 14 – $55, Seniors 65+ – $20. Lavallette Season Badges: Purchased through June 16 – $40/After June 16 – $50, Children under 12 – FREE, Seniors 65+, Disabled Persons and Military Personnel – $15. Ortley Beach Season Badges: Adults – $40, Children 12 and under & Seniors 62+ – FREE. Brick Township (Brick Beach I, II, III and Winward Beach) Season Badges: Purchased through June 15 – $25/After June 30 – $30, Children 12 and under with
adult – FREE. Long Beach Township Season Badges: Purchased through June 15 – $30/After June 15 – $40, Seniors 65+ – $5, Children 12 and under – FREE. The following towns are within Long Beach Township: High Bar Harbor, Loveladies, North Beach, Brant Beach, Beach Haven Crest, Brighton Beach, Peahala Park, Beach Haven Park, Haven Beach, The Dunes, Beach Haven Terrace, Beach Haven Gardens, Bay Vista, Spray Beach, North Beach Haven, Beach Haven Heights, Silver Sands, Beach Haven Inlet and Holgate. Surf City Season Badges: Purchased through May 31 – $25/After May 31 – $35, Children 11 and under and Seniors 65+ – FREE. Ship Bottom Season Badges: Purchased through May 31 – $30/After June 1 – $40, Seniors 65+ – $10. Harvey Cedars Season Pass: Purchased through June 15 – $30/After June 15 – $40, Children 11 and under – FREE. Barnegat Light Season Badges: Purchased through June 9 – $30/After June 9 – $40. Beach Haven: Season Badges: Purchased through June 15 – $40, Children 12 and under and Seniors $65+ – FREE.
Travel To Ireland This Summer With Ocean County College
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Take a trip with Ocean County College and discover the history and culture of Ireland through an Ireland Travel Seminar from August 4 to 12. Registration is on a first come first served basis and community members are welcome to participate on a non-credit basis. Participants must be at least 18 years old and out of high school. Space is limited. Trip highlights include guided tours of Dublin, Londonderry/Belfast, Giants Causeway, Down-Patrick and 1916 Rebellion. Entrance to Trinity College, Book of Kells and St. Patrick’s Cathedral is included with time to explore. Visit Dublin Castle, Newgrange/ K now th / Hill of Tara, Kilmainhaim Gaol and spend a half-day at Powerscourt Estate. Cost is $3,916.50 per person for in county residents with proof of residence,
$3,985.50 per person for out of county residents and $4,255.50 per person for out of state residents, plus $699 for an optional single room. Scholarships are available for OCC students enrolled full-time for the fall 2017 semester. All students will be enrolled in HIST 255: History & Culture of Ireland: Ireland Travel Seminar. The package includes round-trip airfare, shuttle to and from OCC, f irst class motor coach, seven-night accommodations, all breakfasts three dinners, admissions and tours as outlined in program itinerary, transportation to and from historical sites, full-time tour manager, travel insurance, airport and hotel transfers and college tuition and fees. A deposit of $1,695 is due at registration. Payment is due in full by May 30. For more information, contact Dr. Maureen Reustle at mreustle@ocean.edu.
Retired Federal Employee Meeting
MANCHESTER – The National Association of Retired Federal Employees will have its next regular monthly meeting on May 15 at 1 p.m. in the basement Civic Center of Manchester Town Hall, 1 Colonial Drive.
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BEACHWOOD – Beachwood residents are invited to join Mayor Roma for Beachwood Community day on August 26 from 12 to 4 p.m. at Birch & Surf Park. Rain date is August 27.
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TOMS RIVER – The Women of Christ Episcopal Church will hold their annual Spring Rummage Sale on May 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on May 12 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., 415 Washington
Street. There will be used clothing, toys, small appliances, household linens, books, knick-knacks and more for sale. Friday will be bag day.
Indoor Flea Market
SILVERTON – The Silverton Volunteer Fire Company Ladies’ Auxiliary Indoor Flea Market is on April 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Silverton Fire House, 15 Kettle
Creek Road, next to Charlie Brown’s. There will be over 60 tables of goods and the kitchen will be open. To reserve a table, call Donna at 732-908-0943.
Cedar Glen West Flea Market
MANCHESTER – Cedar Glen West will have a flea market on May 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, on Route 571 West.
Clean out your attics, come by and find some treasures. There is something for everyone. Refreshments will be available.
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SUEZ And Common Ground Alliance Together Support 2017 National Safe Digging Month
TOMS RIVER – SUEZ reiterated its partnership with Common Ground Alliance in supporting the month of April as “Safe Digging Month” and ensuring the safety of our customers, employees and the communities they serve. The federally-mandated national “Call Before You Dig” number, 811, was created to help protect homeowners, contractors and utilities alike from accidentally striking underground utility lines while working on digging projects. “We urge residential and business customers to call the 811 number at least three business days before the start of a project, even if it involves planting a tree or installing a backyard patio,” said Jim Mastrokalos, Director of Operations. “Ensuring public safety, protecting the environment, and preventing service interruptions of underground utility infrastructures are extremely vital elements within our communities,” he added. Recent data from the CGA discloses that underground utility lines are damaged every six minutes throughout the United States because someone decided to dig without fi rst calling 811. The depth of util-
New Jersey WWI Roadshow Art Exhibit
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will host the New Jersey WWI Roadshow Art Exhibit during the month of April. This historic exhibit is available through a collaborative effort by the New Jersey Historical Commission, New Jersey State Archives, New Jersey State Museum, and Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission. To commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the United States entering World War I, this exhibit includes a collection of posters and artwork honoring those who answered the call of duty. The New Jersey WWI Roadshow Art Exhibit is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library at 732-349-6200, ext. 5101, or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.
OCC History Club Students Collect Food For People’s Pantry
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College’s History Club is collecting canned goods and non-perishable food items for the People’s Pantry through April 28. The public is encouraged to donate items to this cause. According to Robert Marchie, College Lecturer of History, 11 percent of Ocean County’s population goes to bed hungry every night. Last November, OCC’s History Club delivered 544 pounds of food and hopes to surpass that number this semester. For more information, contact Professor Marchie at rmarchie@ocean.edu or 732255-0400, ext. 2956.
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tentional rupture, which can cause not only serious injuries, but trigger major service disruptions which can add up to significant restoration costs,” she said. One simple call to 811 is connected to a local “one call” notification center where all information is communicated to local utility companies. A professional locator then visits the dig site to mark the
approximate location of all underground utility lines with spray paint or flags at no charge. Once a site has been correctly marked, it is safe to begin digging around the marked areas. CGA (commongroundalliance.com) has established itself as the leading organization to reduce damages to all underground facilities in North America.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of April22 - April 28 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (Mar 21- Apr. 19): Grab the bull by the horns. Your strong leadership abilities and quick-thinking can help turn difficult situations into something resoundingly positive this week. Your charisma and confidence will attract others to join your cause. TAURUS (Apr. 20- May 20): If you rest, you could rust. Flex those muscles by keeping busy and active or you may find yourself with little energy to face the week ahead. Accept invitations to get out and about as lounging about the house will do you little good. GEMINI (May 21- June 20): Avoid pouring it on too thick. Being overly complimentary or polite could backfire as recipients may doubt your sincerity. No one will question your intentions if you demonstrate them through actions rather than words. CANCER (June 21- July 22): Choose the path of least resistance. There’s nothing to be gained by doing things the hard way so don’t hesitate to take short-cuts to get the job done. The simplest solutions are the ones that work best in the week to come. LEO (July 23- Aug. 22): Take everything in moderation. It may be a case of doing too much or not enough. The happy medium will make things work as this week unfolds. Don’t press the issue with relationship matters as you may meet resistance. VIRGO (Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Rise to the challenge. It may take a bit of extra effort to overcome an obstacle this week but the satisfaction you get from completing a task will make it all well worth it. Don’t back down if someone questions your integrity or principles.
LIBRA (Sept. 23- Oct. 22.): If you snooze, you lose. A wait and see approach will get you nowhere, the only way that you’ll make any progress this week is if you get out there and make things happen. Follow your instincts to make important decisions. SCORPIO (Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Play your pipes and others will follow. Those around you will be more than willing to let you take the lead no matter where you choose to take them. As you make progress this week, an old problem from the past may briefly resurface. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Read between the lines. It may be difficult to understand a loved one’s intentions unless you delve beneath the front that they’re putting up. Be patient and talk things out without being overly pushy in the week ahead. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22- Jan. 19): Get out and meet people. Strike up conversations with new acquaintances to pave the way for future friendships in the week to come. Listening to how a loved one talks with others may shed some insight into their character. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20- Feb. 18): You don’t have to give until it hurts. Efforts to please a loved one may have you stretching your budget rather thin, so keep things from getting out of hand this week. Remember that the best things in life are free. PISCES (Feb. 19- Mar. 20): If you want to get anything done do it yourself. Your agenda only matters to you so don’t rely on others to share your enthusiasm as the week unfolds. Matters involving family and close friends provide a welcome distraction.
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On The Hunt:Try Putting All Your Easter Eggs In One (Souffle) Basket By Wolfgang Puck
LOW-FAT CHOCOLATE SOUFFLÉS WITH ORANGE MARMALADE Serves 8
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 tablespoons sugar 4 ounces (125 g) bittersweet chocolate, cut into small pieces, or bittersweet chocolate chips 2 large cage-free eggs, separated 2 tablespoons orange liqueur 5 large cage-free egg whites Juice of 1/2 lemon 1/2 cup (125 mL) fine-shred orange marmalade 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar, for dusting Preheat the oven to 425 F (220 C). With the butter, coat eight 1/2-cup (125-mL) ramekins or souffle dishes. Lightly dust them with about 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Place them on a baking sheet and refrigerate until needed. Melt the chocolate in a metal bowl set over a saucepan of gently simmering water. Remove from the heat and quickly stir in the egg yolks and liqueur.
In a clean bowl, beat the seven egg whites with a hand mixer on medium speed until they form soft peaks that droop slightly when you lift out the beaters. Beat in the lemon juice and the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar. Continue to beat the egg whites until they are stiff, holding peaks that stand upright when the beaters are lifted out but are still very shiny. With a rubber spatula, gently fold one-quarter of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture, and then gently fold that mixture back into the remaining beaten egg whites. Use the spatula to distribute the souffle mixture evenly among the ramekins, handling it gently. Run your thumb around the inside edge of each ramekin to help the souffles form “hats” as they rise. Bake for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the middles are still just a little soft. While the souffles are baking, gently warm the marmalade in a small saucepan over low heat. When the souffles are done, transfer each ramekin to a dessert plate. Spoon a little confectioners’ sugar into a fine-meshed sieve, hold it over each souffle, and tap its edge to dust with some sugar. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the warm marmalade into the center of each souffle, gently breaking the top crust as you do so. Serve immediately.
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