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Five Miles To Jackson’s Future WANTED Jackson How To Develop 195

By Jennifer Peacock JACKSON – Can Jackson become the entertainment capital of the northeast, all while helping taxpayers without impacting neighborhoods?

“My vision for Jackson is to be a destination that’s a great place to live, work and play,” Mayor Michael Reina said. “That is coming to fruition soon.”

This seven-year labor of love, as the mayor labeled it, is the commercial development of Jackson’s Route 195 corridor. It’s what Reina called the five-mile stretch that is Jackson’s future.

The zoning board approved at its April 19 meeting a massive sports complex that will sit across the street from the Wawa on Monmouth Road, Route 537. Included will be an inf lated spor ts arena “bubble”, athletic fields, and food court that will sit on the 75 acres, although some of that land is restricted. The Jackson Township MUA will be working closely with the township to bring water and sewer to that side of the corridor.

Applicant Vito Cardinale told the zoning board

the facility will be used for regional and statewide tournaments, sports and recreation. He expects to create up to 250 full- and part-time jobs.

Reina called this project the beginning of t he dom ino effect - in a positive way.

Once one person builds, others will build.

“If you build it , t hey w i l l come.”

–Photos by Jennifer Peacock The proposed Officials plan to convert Route sports facility, 195’s open space into a travel as well as hotels destination to benefit the entire talked about by town. contractor Alan Nau, is good news to neighboring Great Adventure, which is striving to become a nearly year-round family destination. Whereas the park was open April through October, its “Holiday in the Park” has stretched its operations through December.

“Six Flags supports development along the Route 195 corridor. Hotels close to the park will provide our guests with convenient accommodations that (Future - See Page 20)

Shooting Suspect Sought

By Jennifer Peacock JACKSON – Jackson Township Police are asking the public for information about a shooting that happened May 4 in the Luxury Mobile Home Community off Route 571.

Police were already in the mobile home park investigating what Jackson Police Sg t . C h r i s t o ph e r Parise called an unrelated incident just after midnight when they heard multiple shots coming from Coleman Way in the com munit y. Residents on Coleman provided police with a description of a male and a possible getaway vehicle.

Parise said he could not disclose who gave the description or how they were able to describe the shooter despite it being dark out. Police did not release the description to the public, but are asking anyone with information to call Detective John Rodriguez at 732833-3008.

Tips can also be left anonymously at 732833-3032.

At the scene, police found a number of .40 caliber shells scattered on the ground. A mobile home was hit with one round as well, which penetrated its exterior wall. Police

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Bobby Rydell Talks Lighthouse About Second International Film Festival Kicks Off Chances At Toms River Library

By Sara Grillo LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Long Beach Island Foundation for the Arts & Sciences was filled with about 100 locals, fi lmmakers and film enthusiasts on

May 6 for t he 9 t h Annual Lighthouse Internatio0nal Film Festival (LIFF) KickOff Party.

Guests were invited to take part in a silent auction, sample local

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By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Susan Toms of Forked R ive r s p e nt a fe w hours at the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library on May

7 awaiting the arrival of her idol, singer, actor and more recently, author, Robert Ridarelli, better known as “Bobby Rydell.”

(Library - See Page 5)

–Photo by Jennifer Peacock A 22-year-old Neptune man was shot in the Luxury Mobile Home Complex on Toms River Road. Police, who were responding to an unrelated incident, heard shots fired on Coleman Way around midnight on May 4.

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Continued From Page 1 seafood – sushi, mini crab cakes, shrimp pasta – wings, ice cream and spirits, all of which were donated, as well as preview films entered in the festival and watch an hour-long screening of a film made in Uganda.

The LIFF celebrates four days of features, shorts, documentaries and family films from around the world in honor of Long Beach Island’s historic Barnegat Lighthouse.

“The Lighthouse Film Festival is a gift to our community and we are so happy to have it here and it’s so much fun,” said Managing Director Christine Rooney at the event.

The film festival will take place from June 8 to 11 on the island, with different films being screened each day and Breakfast with the Filmmakers’ on Saturday and Sunday.

Sneak Peek From Local Filmmakers Angela Andersen was brimming with excitement and rocking an oyster necklace arriving at the kick-off party, as she just found out the night before that the film she produced, The Oyster Farmers, had made it into the film festival’s lineup. The film is a documentary that focuses on oyster aquaculture in the Barnegat Bay. Its director Corrine Ruff is a returning filmmaker who had a film featured in the LIFF in 2013.

Another locally produced film that’s generating some buzz is Swim Team, a documentary that chronicles the rise of the Jersey Hammerheads, a competitive swim team made up of children and teens on the autism spectrum.

The big screen is clearly something that LBI locals get excited about. According to

volunteer Amy Williams, only three people signed up on Facebook for an Earth Day film screening fundraiser of Ocean Frontiers III at Ship Bottom Volunteer Fire Company, but over 100 people showed up.

Speaking about the kick-off party, she said, “A lot of it is to get people excited about the event and get people together who maybe haven’t seen each other in a whole year.”

She said she doesn’t feel like people really appreciate how amazing it is to have such culture on the island. “This is something I feel like you find in New York City.”

Ugandan Film Screening Partygoers were treated to a screening of Who Killed Captain Alex, a film made with only $85 in Uganda, Africa. The English subtitled movie is an action/comedy where Captain Alex, the local military’s top soldier, is sent out to destroy the evil Tiger Mafia, which controls the city of Kampala from the shadows.

Its producer Alan Hofmanis was at the party to talk about the movie and the unlikelihood of it even being shown. The movie’s director Isaac Nabwana, who was unable to get a visa to come to the U.S., never imagined anyone outside of his own village would ever see it.

His filmmaking process requires him to burn the movie to a disk, and then completely erase his computer in order to make the next film.

“Guns” used during action scenes in the movie, which Hofmanis passed around at the screening, were made by hand from everyday items like luggage handles.

Hofmanis said the movie is huge among Uganda’s locals. “Basically if you’re ten years old, you know it,” he said. “It’s the biggest film in Africa, period.” Instead of Hollywood or

Bollywood, the movie industry there is known as Wakaliwood.

Nabwana has made over 50 other films and has 14 others on the way. His 2016 film Bad Black will be screened at the film festival.

In a region where few people have electricity, TV sets or DVD players, he said Ugandan locals often watch Nabwana’s movies family style. Movie disks are sold to them for under $1.

Typically a few short films are shown at the kick-off party, but because Hofmanis was in town, the LIFF staff jumped at the chance to have him come in and showcase his unique work.

The Film Selection Process The LIFF invites filmmakers from around the world to submit their work into the festival.

Although this year’s festival does include a few New Jersey features, Executive Director Eric Johnson said that’s not necessarily the goal.

“We never want it to be just New Jersey films or only international films, we want it to be the best films – that’s our goal,” he said.

He said they try to make the submission process as simple as possible for filmmakers, since it already takes a lot of time and money to make a movie. The selection process takes six months, from November to March, during which time Johnson and the rest of the film festival staff decide how they want to craft the year’s program, what the trends are and which films they want to include in the festival.

He said the festival has continued to grow year over year, and that they’re trying to attract filmmakers who want to keep coming back to the festival and encourage them to tell other filmmakers about it.

“We’re not a market festival, they’re not coming here to sell their films for millions of dollars like at Sundance, but what they’re getting is real, honest feedback from people about what they think of their film,” said Johnson.

What’s Next?

Film screenings will be held at three different venues on the island and will include a virtual reality element for the first time. Johnson said that many LIFF pass holders will go to Breakfast with the Filmmakers’ to decide which films they want to see based on what piques their interest. He said that sometimes a film isn’t even on someone’s radar, but then a filmmaker speaks to one small detail that catches their ear and inspires them to go see it.

The festival kicks off with a screening of King of Peking on June 8 at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences.

Johnson described it as a “fun, funny, sweet” film that just premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. Set in 1990s Beijing, China, “It’s about a father who thinks the best way to bond with his 10-year-old son is to bring him into the family DVD bootlegging business,” he added. Director Sam Voutas will also be at the screening.

Two other films that have been announced are Dina, about the challenges facing an autistic couple and Quest, a documentary shot over the course of eight years that follows the lives of a North Philadelphia family. Both films recently premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.

“We have a ton of filmmakers coming in for the festival, more than I ever would have thought nine years ago,” said Johnson.

More information about the festival can be found at lighthousefilmfestival.org.

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Continued From Page 1 Toms had first met the performer in 1965 at the Suntan Hotel in Wildwood Crest, NJ. “I was 17 at the time,” Toms said while looking at a poolside photograph of Rydell and her.

“The last time I saw him was a few days before 9/11 at the Garden State Art Center in Holmdel so I was looking forward to this,” she added.

Toms was among more than 200 people who came to the branch’s Mancini Hall in the library to hear the former teen idol speak about his life and to have him autograph his book “Teen Idol on the Rocks: A Tale of Second Chances.”

Many in the audience asked Rydell about his experiences in show business, and his life growing up in South Philadelphia.

Rydell said when he was growing up his father would take him around to various nightclubs including the Earle Theatre in Philadelphia. That is where he saw Benny Goodman and his band.

“I didn’t know who that guy in Benny Goodman’s band was playing the drums but I told my father I wanted to be him.”

When asked if he played any other instruments, Rydell said “I fool around with bass but I’m left handed so I play it upside down.” Rydell fi rst performed as a professional drummer at age nine and at 19, he was the youngest person ever to headline the famous Copacabana club in New York.

“My fi rst hit record came out when I was

The Jackson Times, May 13, 2017, Page 5 17 in 1959,” he said.

He credited his father for seeing his talent.

“I’ve been performing since I was a kid and I just turned 75 on April 26,” Rydell said.

Rydell’s recording career earned him 34 Top 40 hits. Billboard magazine placed him in the Top 5 artists of his era. His biggest hits included “Volare,” “Wild One,” “We Got Love,” “Kissin’ Time,” “Swingin’ School,” “Sway,” “Wildwood Days” and “Forget Him.” “Volare would be my signature song but I love Wildwood so “Wildwood Days” is one of my favorites,” Rydell said, responding to the question of which hit was his favorite.

He also spoke about how in 1985 he, Fabian and Frankie Avalon teamed up as The Golden Boys to tour and how they continued to perform as a trio.

“Frankie said to me we used to hang around on the same street corner and here we are still hanging around on stage together. We all lived close to each other as kids,” Rydell said.

When asked about other favorite performers he worked with, Rydell said he had a close association with Danny Thomas and that he had also been involved with Thomas’s charity cause of the St. Jude Hospital. He also admired the work of comics Red Skelton and George Burns.

“They were all great.”

Rydell was also asked about his guest appearance in an episode of the 1960s war drama “Combat.”

“The script was called ‘The Duel’ and I’m with Vic Morrow, the star of the show and I’m under the truck for the whole episode. The director Mike Nichols said he liked my work and I did a reading for a film but the producer said I just wasn’t what he was looking for. The film was for ‘The Graduate.’ You win some and you lose quite a few,” he laughed.

When another audience member said he was in love with actress Ann-Margret, who Rydell starred with in 1963 film “Bye Bye Birdie,” Rydell responded, “Who isn’t?” with a laugh. “Ann was 22 at the time and I was 21. I asked her once why didn’t we get married? We talk once a month. We’re great friends. That was a great cast, Dick Van Dyke, Janet Leigh, Paul Lynde.”

Rydell revealed that a dark time in his life came when he lost his fi rst wife, Camille, in 2003. “I was basket case after that and I turned to alcohol. In 2012 I had to get a new liver and kidney through a double transplant operation. I had a 50/50 chance and I felt that I had enjoyed a good life so whatever happened was going to happen.”

He added that the donor was a 21-year-

old woman who had been in an accident.

“I have 75% of her liver and 25% of it went to Assiah, who was 4 years old,” he said, in reference to fellow Philadelphian Assiah Phinisee, who received the transplant at the same time. “I was 70 years old but she was just starting her life.” The performer said the experience made him an advocate for organ transplants.

When the producers of “Grease” wanted to pay tribute to performers of the 1950s-60s, they named the high school where most of the story took place “Rydell High” in his honor. “I didn’t even know they were going to do that,” he said.

During the program, Rydell talked about his time in the military. “I was 95 pounds in 1964 when I took basic training at Fort Dix.” During an interview, Rydell shared a visit to Seaside Heights during that time period. “The sergeant wouldn’t give us a pass to come out to Seaside Heights but we wanted to go there so my buddy and I went and our heads were shaved and like idiots we had our dog tags on and the MPs sometimes patrolled the beach. We could have been caught but we weren’t. We were lucky,” Rydell said.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER Monmouth County Library Is The Heart Of The Community Once again, the resid e n t s of Mo n m o u t h C o u n t y h a ve p r ove n that the Mon mouth County Library is truly the hear t of the community.

T he st a nd i ng room on ly c rowd at Su nday’s outstanding dramatic perfor mance as wel l a s t he Ti m Mc Loone concer t at t he Librar y Headquar ters in Manalapan showed that Monmouth Count y residents cer tainly appreciate a blend of history and music and see the combination as an entertaining way to spend an afternoon.

The professionals who portrayed Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton in their Feder alist Paper s debate of the 18 th century captivated the crowd with their attention to detail, their d ress, and their decorum. They further d e l i g h t e d t h e c r owd by inviting a question and answer segment at the end of their debate, and cleverly responded to quer ies as d iverse as compar ing today’s electoral college to wh at ou r for efat he r s envisioned, to why Jefferson was not a signer of t h e C o n s t i t u t i o n .

A nd they continued t hei r response to t he

crowd seeking photographs and further interaction by graciously extending their discu s sion i n t he up p e r lobby following their presentation.

Monmouth County’s favorite and generous musician Tim McLoone a nd h i s ba nd a r e a lway s a c r owd ple a s er, and always a draw for people of all ages.

W h ile i ntellect s may have been delightfully challenged during the 18 th century debate, it was hand clapping and foot t appi ng t hat got the exercise during the afternoon concert that followed.

The librar y extends than ks to the media who continue to keep o u r w i d e v a r i e t y of eve nt s a nd a ct iv it ie s in the news and ens u r e t h a t Mo n m o u t h Cou nt y re side nt s a re aware of the treasures that lie not only within the halls of our library headquarters and all its branches but literally i n t h e Pa l m of t h e i r Hand through the technology which enables the library to keep its members connected at all times.

Renee B. Swartz C h a i r, M o n m o u t h County Library Commission

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Letters To The Editor Why Should We Celebrate National Prayer Day? In May the President is calling for another National Day of Prayer. Why? Has prayer brought peace to the world, or to the bloodshed capital of all history, the Holy Land? Has prayer emptied children’s hospitals-has death taken a holiday? Were the prayers of six million answered?

Did prayer break the chains of the slaves? Has closed eyes, clasped hands and bended knee given wisdom to Congress?

As one skeptic once noted: “Life depends on certain facts.

The flood destroys: church and brothel fall alike before the deluge, lightning strikes both the pious and pervert alike. Can we delay or hasten the tides by prayer? Can counting beads change the direction of the hurricane or silence the volcano? Is there any evidence for a yes to these questions.”

Mark Twain would express his experience with prayer this way: “After my bible teacher had explained the verse ‘ask and ye shall receive,’ I spent three days praying for gingerbread.

When none materialized, I appropriated a convenient piece.

I concluded that prayer is an inferior mode of acquisition.”

Our representatives weren’t elected to be our spiritual leaders, but to conduct the people’s business. That is to say, keep us safe, analyze budgets and fill

potholes. organizations to connect Bridge and the state’s interest in Letters To similar The Editor Is it improper to challenge the propriety of our government sponsoring and endorsing religious rituals and the efficacy of prayer-I don’t think so. In sanctioning a National Day of Prayer, the government has taken sides on a matter that must be left to individual conscience.

The principle of State-Church separation has served this country well. Let’s keep it that way!

Borden Applegate Jackson, NJ

Become A Volunteer, Change Your Life I am writing to share my excitement. I am hosting a Volunteer Fair at the Ocean County Library, Toms River Branch, in Mancini Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 20. If you are looking to make friends in the community, regain a sense of purpose, and help people or animals in your community, this is the place you want to be.

A friend of mine from Vermont said that she was going to a Stone Soup Social where people could come for dinner and check out nonprofits in her area who were looking for volunteers. I was inspired to host a similar event right here in Ocean County.

When I started gathering contact information on potential organizations, I noticed how many of them were working towards the same goals. The event has therefore evolved to be a networking opportunity for

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with each other as well. We will serve complimentary bagels, coffee and tea, provide a kid’s activity corner, and give away door prizes. Admission is free!

Two years ago, I experienced a personal loss. I was left feeling unmotivated and down. My husband encouraged me to start volunteering with him and I began to feel more like myself. I found a real sense of purpose. I never guessed how good it would make me feel but as I started working diligently to come up with new ideas and putting them into action for organizations I feel passionate about, I realized that I was healing. It turns out that volunteer work really helps those who are volunteering just as much, or even more, than it helps those for whom we work.

I hope to share this experience with all of you.

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Trump Is Cutting Corporate Tax Rates, Raising Debt The Trump Administration is proposing to cut the corporate tax rate to 15 percent overall stating that businesses in the United States cannot compete in other countries with foreign businesses that pay lower taxes in those countries.

This statement is not correct because U.S. companies with products that are at least 50 percent U. S. content are taxed at dividend rates by using the Interest Charge Domestic International Sales Corporation (IC-DISC) tax rules. The highest dividend rate is 20 percent.

It is ironic that individuals who claim our debt is too high have no problem accelerating the debt as long as it lowers their taxes.

Janet Buonagura Brick, NJ

Aging Seaside Bridge Should Have Been Replaced

The temporary re-opening of the Route 37 eastbound bridge leading into Seaside Heights in mid-May is a true signal that warm weather is upon us and the summer tourism season is about to begin.

I truly appreciate the work that has been done on what is known locally as the Mathis

lengthening the life of the span.

The maintenance upgrades will help motorists travel across the span with greater safety.

And while the work on the bridge is helping to make it stronger and better, I am however disappointed the state of New Jersey did not carry out the original requests from local officials and businesses to replace the span with a new one.

Replacement of the deck in the moveable span, flanking spans and the approach spans will help in the meantime but the structure itself still is a moveable span bridge completed in 1950. A new bridge could have been built higher, eliminating the need for openings throughout the summer and would have provided Ocean County with a new structure that would last far into the future.

A new bridge would also have helped with economic development along the corridor that should be viewed as a gateway to tourism in Ocean County. A new bridge would have been a far better choice than millions of dollars in improvements spent on a span that is 67 years old. When the work is completed, the structure is still 67 years old. According to the state Department of Transportation, the project was awarded for $56.4 million and is funded in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) through the National Highway Performance Program.

A new span similar to the Route 37 westbound Tunney Bridge with a bike lane and sidewalks for pedestrians would also have been better for public safety.

It’s not pleasant waiting for the Mathis bridge to open and close on a busy summer Saturday for boat traffic on the Barnegat Bay. Nor is it conducive should emergency responders need to access the northern barrier island quickly.

Unfortunately, Ocean County, I believe, has been short-changed when it came to this project.

We continuously see major infrastructure improvements get funded in the northern area of the state while Ocean County gets “good enough.”

While these improvements are welcome, it is still not what local and county officials had asked for – a new bridge that didn’t have to be opened on the half-hour for navigational traffic.

Maybe someday Ocean County will be heard.

Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph Vicari Toms River

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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 act ivist Cesa r Chavez , U.S Senators Robert Mene ndez ( D -N. J.), Cor y 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 Duckwor th (D-Ill.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Kamala Harris (D-Calif.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Patrick 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 Lat i nos g row i n numbers, st rength, and p ol it ical p owe r, Cé sa r Chávez’s rallying cry of Si Se Puede remains as powerf ul 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 com mu nit y, we cou ld not f i nd one single Senate Republican willing to join us in recognizing the life and legacy of this g reat A mer ican 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

extraordinar y 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 fair ness, justice, and equality. He per-

severed and against all o dd s succe e de d ,” sa id 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 fighting 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 Ma rch 31, 1927, i n Arizona to poor migrant

farm workers. Following the principles of Mahatma Gandhi and Mar tin Luther King Jr., in 1962 Cesar Chavez co-founded the fi rst successful farm workers union in the United States -- the United Fa r m Wor ke r s ( U F W ) to campaign for safe and fair working conditions, reasonable wages, decent housing, and the outlawing of child labor. He inspired hope i n t hese worke r s 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.

Menendez, Colleagues Urge SEC To Issue New Global Transparency Rule For Big Oil, Gas Industry

WASHI NGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D -N. J.) joined Sen. Ben Cardin (D-Md.) a nd eig ht of t hei r colleag ues in a let ter to the U.S. Securities and Excha nge Com m ission (SEC) Tuesday, following up on the February repeal

by C o n g r e s sio n a l Re publicans of a SEC rule to increase transparency and accountability in ex-

NEW JERSEY – Legislation sponsored by Senator Sam Thompson (R-Ocean, Monmouth) that explores opportunities to improve New Jersey’s electrical infrastructure through energy storage was advanced by the Senate Environment and Energy Committee.

tractive industries.

The SEC was instructed by Congress to issue its rule by Section 1504 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, a provision written by Senator Cardin and for mer Republican Senator Dick Lugar. The ‘Cardin-Lugar’ provision instructed the SEC to create a rule requiring domestic and

foreign oil, gas and mine r al compa n ie s t r a de d on U.S. stock exchanges to publish the payments they make to foreign governments as the price to operate in those cou ntries.

In their letter, the Senators urge the SEC leadership to, “promptly re-issue a new anti-cor r uption r ule implementing S e c t i o n 150 4…t h a t i s

consistent with both Congressional intent and the extractive industry transparency laws in effect in thirty other countries.”

Joining Senator Menendez and Cardin were U.S. Senators Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), Sherrod Brown ( D - O h io), E d M a r ke y ( D - M a s s .) , S h e l d o n Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Tim K ai ne ( D -Va .), Je a n ne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Chris

Coons (D-Del.), and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.).

The Senators also added that, “this anti-cor r upt ion t r a n spa rency r u le is necessary, particularly i n times of conf lict a n d m a r ke t vol a t i l it y.

In such an environment, t r a n s p a r e ncy p rov ide s investors with essential clarity on the operations of company projects and their exposure to mate-

Senator Thompson Bill To Study Energy Storage Advanced By Senate Panel

“Finding new ways to store energy on the power grid has the potential to completely transform the way we generate and use electricity,” Senator Thompson said. “It could also be key to making renewable energy more efficient and practical. It’s important for us to study whatever new

systems might be available to ensure we have stable and modern energy infrastructure going into the future.”

The legislation, S-3064, requires the Board of Public Utilities to conduct an energy storage analysis and study how renewable electric storage systems might benefit

ratepayers in the state. The board will study what kinds of technologies are available and what kinds are being used in other states. The study will help determine the optimal amount of energy storage to add to the state’s infrastructure over the next five years.

Energy storage allows electricity to be produced during relatively inexpensive off-peak hours to be stored for use at high-use periods through the use of batteries and other devices. The batteries can range in size from a small system used to power a single home to larger units

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“Our energy needs are evolving every day and so are the systems that bring us our electricity,” Senator Thompson said. “We need to stay on top of the latest technology to ensure our residents get reliable and affordable electricity.”

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Joint Base Firefighters Respond To Fatal Plumsted Car Fire

PLUMSTED – On May 1, the Joint Base Fire Department responded to a brush fire a mile into the woods off Route 539, which turned out to be the result of a fatal car fire.

Smoke was spotted in the Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area around 7 p.m. and firefighters soon located an acre-sized brush fire and a vehicle on the side of Hawkins Road with significant fi re and heat damage. Upon closer examination, a deceased individual was found in the driver’s seat of the vehicle.

At press time, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit, Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office, Ocean

County Medical Examiner’s Office, New Jersey State Police, New Jersey Forest Fire Service, New Jersey State Fire Marshal’s Office, Division of Fish and Wildlife and the Plumsted Township Police are investigating.

There does not appear to have been foul play involved, but the investigation is continuing and the exact cause and manner of death has yet to be determined. The identity of the deceased is pending autopsy results and has not yet been determined.

No further information will be released until the exact identity of the deceased is determined and the next of kin is notified.

Jackson Police Seek Community Assistance In Recent Thefts

JACKSON – The Jackson Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance with any information regarding the recent thefts of tailgates from pickup trucks in multiple areas of the township.

The thefts were reported to police by residents on the following dates: April 27: A resident of Dahlia Court reported that unknown suspect(s) had stolen the tailgate off of a 2008 Ford F-450 during the overnight hours.

A resident of Whispering Oaks Way reported that unknown suspect(s) had stolen the tailgate off of a 2015 Ford F-350 during the overnight hours.

A resident of Atterbury Court reported that unknown suspect(s) had stolen the tailgate off

of a 2012 Ford F-350 during the overnight hours.

April 29: A resident of Adelphi Drive reported that unknown suspect(s) had stolen the tailgate off of a 2011 Ford F-350 during the overnight hours.

A resident of Drexel Drive reported that unknown suspect(s) had stolen the tailgate off of a 2008 Ford F-250 during the overnight hours.

May 1: A resident of Nicole Court reported that unknown suspect(s) had stolen the tailgate off of a 2016 Ford F-350 during the overnight hours of April 27.

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact Jackson Police Detective Keith Hood at 732-928-1111.

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Verity Academy Piano Recital

JACKSON – On June 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library, 2 Jackson Drive, will host the 7th Annual Verity Academy Piano Recital.

Come listen to classical music performed by students of the Verity Academy. Selections will range from baroque to modern, including Bach, Mozart Beethoven and more. All ages are welcome.

Registration is required, as spots are limited. To register in person, visit the information desk on the second floor. If you would like to register by phone, dial 732-928-4400 and press option 4 on the phone menu. If you would like to register online, please visit our website at theoceancountylibrary.org and click “Events and News.”

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Ocean County High School Seniors Awarded Berkeley College Scholarships

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OCEAN COUNTY – High school students from Ocean County have received scholarships to attend Berkeley College. Each year, these scholarships are awarded to high school seniors who demonstrate a high level of achievement. The scholarships are renewable, based on the recipient’s cumulative grade point average at the end of each academic year and continued enrollment as a full-time student.

“We are very proud of the achievements of these high school students,” said Michael J. Smith, President of Berkeley College.

“Supported by their families and schools, they have taken the first important steps on the path toward success. We are counting on these students to make the most of every

opportunity to advance their futures through higher education.”

The following students have received scholarships to attend Berkeley College: Melissa Amador of Beachwood, Central Regional High School; Sharely Casme of Toms River, Toms River High School East; Chloe Healy of Toms River, Toms River High School East; Jonathan Gomez of Brick, Brick Township High School; Albin Lazaro of Jackson, Jackson Liberty High School; Rosa Linarez of Toms River, Toms River High School East; Charlize Peters of Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Borough High School; and Emily White of Little Egg Harbor, Pinelands Regional High School.

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BRICK – The Ocean County Vocational Technical Education Association (OCVTEA) and the teaching staff of the Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) will host its Annual Car Show and Scholarship Fundraiser at the OCVTS Brick Center, 350 Chambers Bridge Road, on May 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain date is May 21.

This free event promises to be a fun-filled and activity rich day. Along with the display of vehicles from more than 25 different categories, family activities include a game trailer, game equipment, antique working farm engines and devices and educational sessions for basic car maintenance and defensive driving tips.

Universal Technical Institute is scheduled to bring a Formula One Race Car with a pit crew and car show goers will be able to test their tire changing skills.

There will be food trucks and music, featuring DJ Wolfman Jerry. Come down and enjoy a fun day of cars, food, music and family activities.

The event raises money for scholarships awarded through OCVTEA. This year, with the help of sponsors the Lester Glenn Auto Group, The PhotoCenter, K&H Studios and Gas Hole Cruisers, our scholarship monetary potential will be increased.

For more information, or to register a vehicle in the Car Show, please contact Howard Polenberg at hpolenberg@mail.ocvts.org.

Food & Wine Tasting Event

WHITING – The Whiting Business Association will host its 3rd Annual Food & Wine Tasting Event on May 17 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Village 5 Clubhouse, 325 Schoolhouse Road.

Cost is $25 per person and includes samples of wine and beer from all around the world, tasty delights provided by Applebee’s of Manchester, a cheese board and more.

There will also be a gift auction, 50/50 raffle and music.

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BlueClaws To Hold ALS Celebrity Waiter Event

BRICK – The BlueClaws are pleased to hold their 17th annual ALS Celebrity Waiter Event on May 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Quaker Steak & Lube, 1036 Cedar Bridge Ave. All proceeds from the event will benefit the ALS Association of Greater Philadelphia, the principal charity of the Phillies.

The ALS Celebrity Waiter Event features BlueClaws players serving as the waiters and BlueClaws coaches serving as the bartenders. The players will pose for pictures and sign autographs throughout the night, while helping to raise money for a great cause.

20 percent of all bills and 100 percent of all tips will be donated directly to the ALS Association of Greater Philadelphia. This event has raised over $150,000 for the ALS Association in its first 16 years of existence.

“We are very excited to bring the ALS Celebrity

Waiter Event to Quaker Steak & Lube for the first time,” said Jim DeAngelis, Executive Director of BlueClaws Charities and the BlueClaws Director of Community Relations. “This has been our top community event over the last 16 years and we feel it will be even better this year! We’re looking forward to another special event.”

Reservations must be made in advance. To reserve a table, call Quaker Steak & Lube directly at 732255-5823.

There will also be a 50/50 and a silent auction, with merchandise from both the BlueClaws and Phillies available, again with all proceeds going directly to the ALS Association of Greater Philadelphia.

BlueClaws Charities is the official non-profit organization of the Lakewood BlueClaws and supports over 40 Community Partner organizations and hundreds of non-profit organizations and fundraising events each year.

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/Knowth/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, first 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.

New Egypt Hoax Warning

NEW EGYPT – Please be aware that it has come to New Egypt Township’s attention that someone claiming to be the electric company is calling homes and businesses and informing them that they are going to shut off their power at once because they have not paid their

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Jackson Sued Over Dorm Ban

By Chris Lundy JACKSON – A developer has sued Jackson Township claiming that the town’s ban of dormitories was done specifically to keep Orthodox Jews from settling in town.

According to the suit, fi rst published by The Lakewood Scoop, the entire purpose of the ordinance was to target the Orthodox Jewish community and to prevent it

from being able “to have the necessary educational institutions to teach their youth, and to discourage that community from residing in Jackson Township.”

There are two plaintiffs. The fi rst is Agudath Israel of America, which according to the suit, is a non-profit in New York founded with a mandate to “unite a broad array of Orthodox Jews, and to serve and advocate the interests of Orthodox

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Jewry.” The other plaintiff, WR Property, LLC, owns approximately 4.93 acres on White Road, known as Block 21401, Lot 1. It is zoned residential. It was purchased for $300,000 to be used as a school, but with the anti-dormitory ordinance in place, this would effectively kill that plan.

The suit alleges that the decision to ban dormitories is based on religious persecution, and that the Orthodox Jews

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are being treated unequally compared to other developers.

The suit was fi led in the U.S. District Court. A clerk at the court’s office confi rmed that the suit had been fi led.

The township attorney, clerk, and mayor have said that they have not seen the suit as of the time of this publication.

Staff writer Sara Grillo contributed to this story.

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Trigger Points – Untangling Those Knots Once and for All!

By Cara Parliament, DPT, Toms River Therapist WHAT EXACTLY IS A TRIGGER POINT? What people typically refer to as “knots” in muscles are actually trigger points. These are small fibers of muscle tightly contracting, causing areas of tenderness. When muscles are constantly contracting, they are unable to relax and recover their blood supply, which carries oxygen and glucose (the muscle’s energy source), to the muscles. When muscles are deprived of these recovery elements, fibers within the muscle remain contracted, becoming “angry,” creating trigger points.

Trigger points can be classified as “active” or “latent.” Active trigger points cause pain at rest, are tender to the touch, and cause radiating or referred pain. Latent trigger points do not cause spontaneous pain, but may restrict movement or can be the cause of muscle weakness.

WHAT TRIGGER POINTS CAN CAUSE: • Pain with pressure applied to these tense muscle fibers • Referred pain to a location near the trigger point • Inability to fully lengthen the muscle, restricting range of motion (aka muscle tightness) • Weakness of the muscle where trigger points are located • Headaches • Neck pain • Low back pain • Chronic pain

WHAT CAUSES TRIGGER POINTS?

• Muscle overuse, which is sustained or repetitive muscle contractions, deprive the working muscle of oxygen and glucose preventing the recovery process of the muscles. When the muscles cannot recover properly, parts of the muscle remain contracted, leading to constantly tense fibers of the muscle, aka trigger point formation.

• Poor posture is a main cause of trigger points in the neck, back, and shoulder area. When someone stands hunched over, with rounded shoulders and a forward-bent head, the muscles responsible for holding the shoulder blades back and keeping the neck up are constantly contracting.

These muscles are working extra hard to keep the skeleton erect and in alignment as best as possible. All these muscles constantly contracting, will lack proper recovery, again leading to trigger points.

• Poor body mechanics, such as bending at the waist instead of at the knees when lifting objects, can also lead to trigger points, among other serious issues (disc issues, muscle strains, tears… so bend at the knees!). By bending over at the waist and coming back up when lifting a heavy object, one is causing the muscles of the back to pull excessive loads in an elongated position (when muscles are weak), leading to prolonged and extreme contractions. These excessive and strenuous contractions again lead to deprivation of oxygen, glucose and recovery to the muscles being used, ultimately predisposing them

to those pesky and painful trigger points.

• Muscle imbalances (some muscles weaker than others) • Direct trauma to muscle causes disturbance to the tissue, which can disrupt the blood supply to the muscle, preventing adequate oxygen and glucose to reach the muscle, ultimately leading to trigger points (among other injuries to the muscle).

HOW TO PREVENT TRIGGER POINTS:

• Maintain proper posture - keep your chin up, shoulders and head back… no slouching!

• Gently stretch regularly! Keeping those muscles loose is crucial.

• Build that core! Strong core muscles help keep proper posture and reduce your tendency to slouch.

• Proper ergonomics at work! Make sure your desk and computer set up allow your head to look directly forward, hands are at a level that prevents you from hunching over, have a supportive chair with a lumbar roll, have knees bent 90 degrees.

• Take stretch breaks!

• Use heat or ice when you need it - They are your friends!

MYOFASCIAL PAIN SYNDROME VS FIBROMYALGIA It is common to have more than one trigger point. However, when someone has many painful or tender trigger points, they may have myofascial pain syndrome (MPS). Fibromyalgia (FM), on the other hand, causes someone to “hurt all over,” having widespread chronic pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep disturbances, mental ‘fogginess’ or confusion, and low pain tolerance. Fibromyalgia is considered more of a neurological disease, whereas MPS is considered a dysfunction of a muscle tissue. Although both diagnoses are very similar, there are a few defining features that help health care professionals differentiate between the two. FM’s painful spots are referred to as “tender points,” which differ from trigger points.

• Ischemic compression is a manual technique involving pressure applied to the trigger point, temporarily depriving the area of blood flow. This then allows for resurgence of blood flow to the area upon release of pressure. This revival of blood flow helps supply the formerly restricted area with the needed blood, glucose and oxygen, creating a healing/ recovering effect, diminishing trigger point.

• Trigger point injection, which is indicated for patients who have symptomatic active trigger points that produce a twitch response to pressure and create a pattern of referred pain.

• At home treatments include trigger point tools, such as the one shown below, that allow you to locate the trigger point and control the amount and direction of pressure.

HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP: Physical therapists can locate, reduce and even eliminate trigger points as well as educate you on how to prevent future issues.

Manual techniques physical therapists can perform include soft tissue mobilization and ischemic compression to help break up those pesky and uncomfortable “knots” and help the tense muscle fibers relax and allow the recovery process to occur. PTs can help strengthen core and postural muscles and aid patients in correcting body mechanics and posture. Strong core and postural muscles will help patients reduce the tendency to slouch and help keep their muscles in their optimal length and position, preventing them from getting “angry” or overused and ultimately reducing the likelihood of developing trigger points. Physical therapists can also provide suggestions and guidance for setting up work stations to promote proper posture and body mechanics at the work place, as well as educate you on proper lifting techniques, preventing future trigger point formation, among other potential injuries!

Tender points have 18 specific locations, are usually symmetrical in location on one’s body, do not refer pain, and cause an overall increase in pain sensitivity (hence the low pain tolerance!). So if someone does not have the tender points in 11 of those 18 specific locations, they do not have FM! Trigger points, however, are localized painful spots in any area of the body that typically refer pain and can vary in presence, showing up one day and may be absent a few days later.

Most frequent locations of trigger points

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• Spray and Stretch technique, which involves having a therapist gently stretch the muscle while simultaneously applying ethyl chloride spray topically. This spray temporarily decreases skin temperature, causing an anesthetic affect, which allows the muscle to be passively stretched toward normal length. This elongation then helps to inactivate trigger points, relieve muscle spasm, and reduce referred pain.

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Many people with a hearing loss never realize how much communication they actually fail to understand or miss completely because you have become their ears. However, it takes only a short time to realize that without your help, they are in trouble. It is through this realization that one becomes inspired to take positive action to solve their hearing problem. Therefore, as a loving spouse or family member, you must create the need for your loved one to seek treatment by no longer repeating messages and being their ears. Your ultimate goal is for them to hear independent of you.

So here are some practical tips that you can utilize when a loved

one resists help: 1. Stop repeating yourself! This will allow the hearing impaired individual the opportunity to realize the significance of their hearing loss.

2. Stop raising your voice (then complaining you are hoarse).

3. Do not engage in conversation from another room as tempting as this is and as convenient as it appears. This sets up your communication process for failure.

4. Stop being the messenger by carrying the communication load for the family. Do not tell your loved one “he said” and “she said” when he or she needs to be responsible for getting this information directly from the source.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Parabens are a category of preservatives used in cosmetics, medications and foods. If you read labels you’ll see them listed by their name or an E number such as methylparaben E218), ethylparaben (E214), propylparaben (E216), heptylparaben (E209) and butylparaben.

Parabens may or may not be associated with cancer – there’s a lot of controversy. It has been reported in the past that parabens are found in 99 percent of breast tumors, however, there is no evidence that they cause breast cancer. Also, keep in mind many issues have to collide in order to develop cancer. There was a 2013 study entitled “Combinations of parabens at concentrations measured in human breast tissue can increase proliferation of MCF-7 human breast cancer cells.”

Parabens mimic estrogen, the female hormone.

They’re sticky too, they don’t seem to let go of the tissue once inside it. This is why they are best avoided especially in hormone-driven diseases.

The argument for parabens is that your foods and personal care items should be resistant to bacteria, mold and yeast so a preservative is crucial. The food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industry frequently rely on strong synthetic chemicals like sulfites, propionates, EDTA, formaldehyde, alcohol or a paraben chemical.

They are trying to protect us from germs. Here’s how you get exposed.

You eat them.

It’s common to find parabens in some brands of sauces, chutneys, jams, pickles, ice cream, soft drinks, desserts, broths or processed vegetables and flavoring syrups. Read the labels, you’ll see!

You slather them on.

Whether you use antiperspirants, makeup, toothpaste, face creams or moisturizers, you are for sure exposing yourself to parabens.

But how many? Is it every product? You do have choices, they are not in everything, you should begin reading labels and researching.

There’s a website that exposes the ingredients of dental products, fragrances, cosmetic and skin care products and much more: Skin Deep. I told you about this site about 12 years ago, and it’s gotten considerably more comprehensive: ewg.org/skindeep.

I searched the word “paraben” and it picked up over 30,991 products just in their database.

It’s easy today to avoid this preservative, you just have to look harder, and read labels, but there are trustworthy brands out there.

You take them unknowingly.

Parabens are in hundreds of medications as a preservative, but they do not have any pharmacologic activity. They’re commonly found in some asthma and steroid inhalers. They say parabens are completely absorbed upon ingestion and broken down to para-hydroxybenzoic acid, and metabolites are supposedly sent out from your urine. Depending on who you ask, or what lab test you read, there may be no evidence of accumulation. Parabens are obviously regarded as “safe” by the United States FDA. I wouldn’t concern yourself with parabens if they’re in your medication(s) since the actual medication itself is just as synthetic as the paraben! You can certainly limit your exposure by looking for products labeled “paraben-free.” Many cosmetics manufacturers have found effective alternatives to parabens to prevent microbial growth in personal care products.

(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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Ocean County To Distribute $39,500 In Transportation Mini-Grants

TOMS R I V ER – Now in its 32nd year, Ocean County is getting ready to distribute $39,500 in grant funds to 20 non-profit organizations that help provide transportation to senior and disabled residents.

“The mini-grant program supplements and enhances our Ocean Ride public transpor tation system by helping to of fset sen ior a nd d isabled resident

transportation costs for some non-profit organizations,” said Freeholder Virginia E. Haines, who serves as liaison to Ocean Ride.

The mini-grant program began in 1985 and has provided over $1.8 million to a variety of local non-profit organizations to support their efforts to provide transportation services to their specific participants.

“The program is funded through a por tion of the county’s casino revenue g ra nt allocat ion received f rom NJ TR ANSIT,” Haines said. “Ocean County continues to be the only county in the state to provide a portion of its grant funds to help local non-prof it agencies.”

David Fitzgerald, Di rector of the Ocean County Department of Transpor-

tation, noted that the maximum grant award for the 2017 program was $2,000 per applicant and that the mini-grants help fill transportation gaps that the County system could not otherwise fill.

In recognition of the fact that Ocean County’s casino revenue grant has been declining since 2008, and funding has dropped by over 50 percent, the Ocean County Transportation Advisory Committee recommended that the transportation mini-grant allocation maximum grant award total once again be $2,000.

Given the continued f lat ear nings reports from the Atlantic City casino industry, the advisory committee recommended to continue the suspension on considering new applicants, since doing so would place an additional strain on the mini-grant program in future years.

Grant recipients are The Arc, Ocean County Chapter, Inc.; Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey; Community Medical Center Foundation; Community Services, Inc. of Ocean County; Counseling and Referral Services of Ocean County/Seashore Family Services Inc.; Eye Openers of Point Pleasant/Brick; Interfaith Health & Support Services of Southern Ocean County; Jewish Family & Children’s Services/ Jewish Federation of O.C.; LADACIN Network (Cerebral Palsy of Monmouth/ Ocean Counties); Long Beach Island Community Center, Inc.; Manchester Township Senior Outreach Program; NJ Coalition on Women & Disabilities Ocean County Chapter, Ocean County Board of Social Services; Ocean Housing Alliance, Inc.; Our Special Kids of Toms River Inc.; The Special Children Center, Inc.; Team Randy; Toms River Township Senior Center; Twenty-OnePlus, Inc. and Vetwork, A Program of Vetgroup, Inc. “The sheer size of Ocean County – more than 638 square miles – makes it a challenge for the county to run a transportation system that can accommodate the needs of all of our residents,” said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, “Providing this funding to these agencies helps to enhance the county run program.”

Grant applications are reviewed by the Ocean County Transportation Services Depar tment in cooperation with the Ocean County Transportation Advisory Committee for Senior Citizens and Persons with Disabilities, which makes the funding recommendation to the Board of Chosen Freeholders.

“While Ocean Ride provides a transportation lifeline for so many of our citizens, in particular our seniors, we appreciate the efforts of the grant recipients to provide assistance in the area of transportation,” Haines said. “I am happy we can continue the mini-grant program. They help transport veterans, the disabled, the elderly and a host of residents many of whom have special needs. It makes a difference in the lives of a lot of our residents.”

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Seniors Helping Seniors In Catholic Charities’ Fix It Program

OCEAN COUNTY – Delores or “Del” as she prefers to be called, is a spirited and gracious woman who has come to appreciate the helping hands of Catholic Charities’ Fix It program.

An independent woman who retired from a long career as the “go to” person running the busy front office of Howell High School, Del is an adept problem solver.

But after a contractor she hired told her the hot water heater he repaired needed a costly new enclosure to protect it, Del called Catholic Charities’ Fix It program about the “small repair.”

John McCrone, Fix It program coordinator, sent volunteer Tom Holzer out to meet Del and assess the repairs. He later joked that the job turned out to be a bit more involved, but said that making the repairs needed to the hot water heater door turned into an opportunity to meet a delightful woman.

According to John, “Tom got the job done and returned to her house again to fix her doorbell and a drafty front door. Del was so happy that she made a donation to the Fix It program.”

Tom, a recently retired civil engineer, heard about the Fix It program from a neighbor. The easygoing “handyman” thought volunteering would be a good way to help out people in the community like his own parents. “I’m so glad I got involved volunteering for the Fix It program,” said Tom. “As an engineer, I enjoy problem-solving, but the best part is meeting people like Del. Seeing how happy and

STEM Scholarships Available To Ocean County High School Seniors

OCEAN COUNTY – Leading Engineering Technologies, LLC will be offering two $500 scholarships to Ocean County students continuing their education in the Fall of 2017.

Students may submit an original STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – project that includes a description of how their STEM experience in high school has influenced their chosen career path and the real life problem their project solves.

It is critical that the project meets a need or solves a problem. The application, which will be in the form of a video, should be no longer than three minutes. Details on the application process and the rules can be found by watching a brief, fun video via following link: splice.gopro.com/v?id=7dLGmA. Interested candidates should email LETscholarship@gmail.com for a link to the STEM scholarship application. The deadline for applying is May 15.

Leading Engineering Technologies is a supplier of STEM labs for grades K-12. They partner with Creative Learning Systems to provide SmartLabs in classrooms all across the country and also supply teaching and laboratory equipment for civil, chemical, electrical, materials and mechanical engineering programs to universities in NJ, NY and PA.

relieved she is after I have made a small repair just makes me feel good.”

John explained that as a senior woman living on her own, Del represents 85 percent of the Fix It program’s clients. “These people have given so much throughout their lives to their jobs, schools, families, churches and communities. It is an honor to have the opportunity to give back to them.”

John is always seeking new volunteers and assures them that they don’t need to be fullfledged “handymen” like Tom. “Most of the repairs are very minor, such as changing a light bulb the client cannot reach.”

To learn more about volunteering with the Fix It program, call John at 732-363-5322, ext. 3234. The Fix It program is available to seniors residing in Ocean County. Clients

are responsible for the cost of parts, but the labor and tools are provided by Fix It. The Fix It program is run by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton, and all services are available to individuals and families in need, regardless of religious affiliation.

Fo r mo r e i n fo r m a t io n , v i sit catholiccharitiestrenton.org.

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was the combination of personal and business loans and gifts.

DiSantillo, whose father owns Romeo Plaza where the restaurant was located, was found guilty on eight counts connected to Sanandaji’s murder earlier this year, including first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

He was accused of paying another business partner, Hector Calderon, to kill Sanandaji.

Though the restaurant was permanently shuttered at the time, Calderon and the victim were inside having a meeting when the shots were fired.

According to Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office spokesman Al Della Fave, DiSantillo is scheduled for sentencing with Judge James M. Blaney on May 18.

Charges were also filed against Jackson Police Officer Eric Prosniewski. According the prosecutor’s office, he was charged with two counts of hindering apprehension.

Della Fave said that Calderon will be going to trial on September 19 before Judge James Blaney. Prosniewski has a final pre-trial conference before the same judge on June 6.

He will decide at that time if he will plead or go to trial.

Future:

conjunction with Six Flags will draw additional visitors to the area. This will bring many new employment opportunities to Jackson as well.”

The corridor is the perfect place to build up ratables that will, Reina hopes, ease some of the tax burden on residents. Taxpayers carry 89 percent of the local tax levy; Reina wants to see businesses that come in take 20, 25 percent of that levy.

Building along that corridor will keep visitor traffic out of neighborhoods. And because there are no homes proposed, schools won’t be impacted. Yes, the township will need more police and firefighters, but Reina said it’s all relative.

“We’re confident the revenue generated will be clean, smart. We have so much to gain,” Reina said. “It’s a win-win.”

Continued From Page 1 said the home was occupied at the time, but no one inside was hurt.

Later on May 4, police received a call from Community Medical Center in Toms River saying the hospital had a shooting victim in the emergency room. The 22-year-old male from Neptune was treated for an abdominal wound and later released. Jackson Police interviewed the man before his release. The man is apparently in a relationship with someone who resides in the park, but Parise could not say what lead to the shooting or where the police were in their investigation.

Parise told The Jackson Times that the police are regularly called to the mobile home park for a variety of reasons.

According to police officials, the last reported shooting in Jackson Township occurred on April 9, 2015, when Peyman Sanandaji was gunned down inside Casanova Ristorante on South New Prospect Road. Sanandaji had given $140,000 to Daniele Romeo DiSantillo to invest in two pizza shops, something DiSantillo’s defense team disputes, saying the money

Continued From Page 1 allow for a multi-day visit. Our property is the largest in the Six Flags family, and with our massive theme and safari park, plus the water park next door, there is plenty to enjoy for a two- or three-day stay,” Great Adventure communications director Kristin Siebeneicher said.

“Six Flags Great Adventure is world famous for several of our roller coasters like Kingda Ka, El Toro and Nitro, and attracts thrill seekers from around the world who visit Jackson just to ride these coasters. Should other attractions open nearby, the area will become a vacation destination with more to enjoy. Development that works in

Workshop For Job Seekers

JACKSON – Are you looking for a new job? If so, join us at the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library, 2 Jackson Drive, on May 22 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a hands-on tour of the powerful New Jersey Career Connections website.

Topics to be addressed include personal budgeting, filing for unemployment, draft-

ing cover letters and resumes, completing online applications, interviewing and more.

Registration is required. To sign up, please call 732-928-4400 or go to theoceancountylibrary.org.

This class is funded by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Career Connections grant.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

Help! My Mother Is Living In The Past

Dear Joel, I am very concerned about my mother. She spends hours watching black and white movies and old TV shows like I Love Lucy and Alfred Hitchcock. That’s not the problem, in fact, I even enjoy them. What worries me is that she talks about these people like they’re still alive.

She refuses to believe they’re gone.

Should I take her to a professional?

Black, white and blue in Brick Dear BWB, In a way, your mother is right. The talented actors she enjoys created wonderful films and TV shows that are still entertaining and still enjoyed by generations of new viewers like you. When you think about it that way, and of the enduring effect they have on today’s actors, they are still very living presences. Your mother is probably comfortable

w it h t hose familiar faces. What you should watch for are signs that she is forgetting or losing grasp of her ‘real world’ family and friends. Does she talk about deceased family as if they are living?

Does she forget days and months? I would suggest that you engage her in more interactive activities, like visiting a park, shopping and cooking. That will stimulate her brain and give you a chance to observe her in real life situations. See if she can complete tasks, carry on conversations and remember details. That is a much better test.

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Ocean County 4-H Members Compete In State Dog Show

OCEAN COUNTY – 4-H Dog and Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Project Club Members represented Ocean County at the New Jersey State 4-H Dog Show on April 29 at Rutgers University in New Brunswick.

“The State 4-H Dog Show is an annual event that offers 4-H’ers an opportunity to compete at an advanced level and meet other 4-H dog and Seeing Eye project members from around the state. This educational and competitive event promotes the 4-H dog project and sportsmanship among the participants” says Ocean County 4-H Agent.

4-H members from Ocean County who participated in the State 4-H Dog Show from the Dog Obedience & Grooming 4-H Dog Club included Kylene Stewart, Erin Gerhard, Cheyenne Lowe, Grace Cloos, Grace Hagemann and Alyssa Gerhard, and from Puppy Power Seeing Eye 4-H Club, Emily Smith, Faith Bates, Brook

Bates, Kacey England, Terri Docker and Clara Martin.

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

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

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All Saints Episcopal Church Services

LAKEWOOD – All Saints Episcopal Church, 213 Madison Ave., holds Sunday and mid-week services.

On Sundays, Holy Eucharist (Rite I) is held at 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist (Rite II) is held at 10:30 a.m. The Santa Eucaristia is

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In the past you may have made an appointment with your attorney to prepare a Last Will and Testament and Living Will, however, you may not realize the importance and convenience of a Power of Attorney. A Power of Attorney can be crucial during a time of disability. Additionally, a Power of Attorney can be useful if you are on vacation and unable to perform simple everyday decisions. A Power of Attorney can be useful for people of all ages.

A Power of Attorney enables you to identify a trusted family member or close friend as Attorney-in-Fact. The power of the Attorney-in-Fact is determined by the type of Power of Attorney that you execute.

A Durable Power of Attorney grants another person the ability to act on your behalf, regardless of illness. The scope of the Durable Power of Attorney can be very broad encompassing all financial, banking and personal decisions.

For example, this Power of Attorney allows the Attorney-in-Fact to pay bills, borrow money, complete tax, medical and other forms for you. In addition, you may name an Alternate Attorney-in-Fact, if your first choice is unable or unavailable to act on your behalf.

In contrast, a Limited Power of Attorney is very narrow in scope. This would limit the Attorney-in-Fact’s authority to act on your behalf only if you become disabled. While this document is executed prior to the onset of a disability, it can only be used if and when, but not before you become disabled. In order for the Limited Power of Attorney to become effective, you may need a physician’s written report to confirm you are disabled and unable to manage your personal and financial affairs.

You may need a Power of Attorney if you are Dina M. Vicari Esq. out-of-state or country on vacation, and require someone to act on your behalf. For instance, you may appoint a family member, close friend or your attorney as Attorney-in-Fact to complete a real estate closing.

In this case the Power of Attorney would specifically outline the purpose, time period and extent of the Attorney-in-Fact’s authority.

This power would be only for the purpose of closing or selling and expire after the closing is complete. In addition, the specific property would be identified in the Power of Attorney, therefore, limiting the closing power to only the specific property.

Whether you are traveling away from home, planning for the future or have a loved one with disabilities, a Power of Attorney can be the best way to ensure the appropriate decisions and duties are carried out for you or your loved ones.

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TOMS RIVER – Legal newcomers to the United States can learn what it takes to become a naturalized citizen in a series of free classes offered this summer on Tuesday and Thursday nights at Donovan High School, 685 Hooper Ave., from June 20 to July 27.

The six-week citizenship preparation program assists participants in completing their N400 applications for citizenship and presents the content of the questions asked at the interview in U.S. history, government and civics.

“Our program prepares applicants to handle the interview process and to be successful on the exam,” says Sr. Peggy Nulty, who has led citizenship programs in New Jersey since 1996.

Currently 180 immigrants from many different countries, such as Colombia, the Ukraine, Mex-

ico, India, Peru, Russia and Costa Rica, have become U.S. citizens through this program.

The free program, which is funded by a Charitable Trust Foundation, relies on a combination of professional teachers, volunteer tutors and attorney consultation to assist both individuals and the classes. In order to qualify for the program, participants must meet three requirements: Be able to read, speak and write English.

Have a Green Card for five years or be married to a U.S. Citizen.

Be able to pay the government application fee of $725, which is sent in with the application.

Pre-registration is required by calling Sr. Nulty at732-998-3153. Registration is scheduled for June 13 at 6 p.m.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of May 13 - May 19

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Give an answer without getting an argument. By taking your time and being thorough you can avoid the problems that arise from too much speed and thoughtlessness. Exercise self-discipline in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): As this week unfolds you may find powerful ways to realize your ambitions. Anything you begin will have your complete attention and you can achieve your dreams because of your passion and single-mindedness.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Act as though you know what you are doing. In the week ahead you should give no one any reason to suspect your motives. Just when everything is going along as planned someone might throw you a curve ball.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Money might be meant for spending, but only if it creates a meaningful ending. During the week ahead whenever emphasis placed on finances and possessions consider if it creates a means to a worthy end.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Consistent effort will earn recognition and appreciation from those who count the most. Make an effort to keep busy with constructive and worthwhile projects in the week to come. Be willing to wait for a pat on the back.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be passionate about having the best of everything. Focus on making your dreams come true in the week to come, even if it means you must learn something new. You may succeed if you perform diligent research.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Charity begins at home. Be grateful for reliable partners, devoted family members and steadfast friends in the week ahead. Financial stability and material success will be yours if you work hard and apply your skills.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Answer the call when called upon to do your best. In the week ahead your partner or loved ones might pressure you to do your best. Be appreciative of support and don’t waste time trying to do things on your own.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Make material stability a priority as this week unfolds.

Your ambitious nature will have a chance to shine when you are given the opportunity to stabilize your finances. Self-discipline and planning will pay off.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Push the pedal to the metal in the week ahead. You can let your creativity have full rein and accomplish whatever you set out to do. You will have plenty of assistance from the family unit to realize your dreams.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The way finances are handled demonstrates character.

Proof of your dedication to duty and sterling ethics can be like money in the bank. Don’t let gossip or innuendo affect your financial decisions in the week ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your inner hero doesn’t need to be faster than a speeding bullet to overcome misunderstandings and obstacles.

Achieve new heights in the week ahead without being abrasive or pretending to be something you aren’t.

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By Wolfgang Puck

When May arrives, so many people across America thought about how they’d celebrate Cinco de Mayo, the holiday commemorating the Battle of Puebla, an important victory in 1862 during Mexico’s war against invading French forces. But it may surprise you to learn that the day is only a minor occasion in its home country, while Americans have adopted it as an occasion to recognize Latino contributions to our own nation’s culture - and an excellent reason to have a great party.

I myself love to eat Mexican food on May 5, and I’m grateful for the many hardworking cooks of Hispanic descent in my restaurant kitchens who share their own authentic versions of traditional dishes with me. One of my favorites is the following recipe for the version of huevos rancheros we offer on the breakfast and brunch menus in my restaurant Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air in Los Angeles. The recipe comes courtesy of Hugo Bolanos, my executive chef there, who’s originally from Mexico’s next-door neighbor, Guatemala, where it is a popular staple as well.

I think people love this dish for many good reasons. With the combination of perfectly fried eggs, creamy black beans, crispy tortillas, spicy roasted vegetable salsa, cool guacamole and crumbled fresh cheese, it feels like an exciting buffet of flavors, textures, temperatures, colors and shapes, all on a single plate. Eat it in the morning, and you feel fueled up for a busy day, whether that involves riding horses and roping cattle, working at a desk, or spending leisure time with your family and friends.

But another great thing about huevos rancheros is that you don’t have to limit yourself to enjoying the recipe in the morning alone. It’s also an excellent choice to make and serve for lunch or even dinner. Whatever the time of day, its sauce, canned beans, guacamole, tortillas and eggs are easy to shop for, prepare and serve.

Though the recipe calls a good number of ingredients, none of them are hard to find in wellstocked supermarkets today. And, you can make the ranchero sauce, black beans (for which I take the perfectly fine shortcut of starting with canned beans) and guacamole an hour or two ahead of time, leaving you to finish the simple tasks of frying the tortillas and eggs and assemble the final dish just before serving. You can also add some meat if you want, stirring sauteed chorizo, chopped ham or crispy bacon into the beans.

So, for Cinco de Mayo, let me wish you happy eating - or, as they say in Mexico, Buen provecho!

HUEVOS RANCHEROS Serves 4 For the ranchero sauce: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 large beefsteak tomatoes, stemmed, seeded and quartered 1 jalapeno chile, cut lengthwise in half and seeded 1 dried guajillo chile, stemmed 1/2 red onion, coarsely chopped 10 cherry tomatoes, stemmed 4 sprigs fresh cilantro 3 cloves garlic, peeled 2 pinches ground cumin Pinch kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning

Generous pinch granulated sugar Freshly ground black pepper For the black bean puree: 2 15.5-ounce (439-g) cans black beans, drained 1/4 cup (60 mL) mascarpone cheese or sour cream Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper For the guacamole: 2 ripe Hass-style avocados, halved, pitted, flesh scooped out 1 to 2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeno chile 1/4 red onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice 1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped fresh cilantro Kosher salt For assembly: Vegetable oil for frying 4 corn tortillas Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 8 large eggs 4 ounces (125 g) queso fresco or mild feta, crumbled 1/2 cup (125 mL) sour cream Small sprigs fresh cilantro First, make the ranchero sauce: Preheat a broiler. On a lightly oiled rimmed baking sheet, put the beefsteak tomatoes, chiles, onion, cherry tomatoes, cilantro and garlic. Sprinkle with the cumin, salt and sugar. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil. Broil until partly charred, turning once with tongs. Transfer the ingredients to a food processor and pulse to coarsely puree; or pass the ingredients through a food mill over a mixing bowl.

Season to taste with salt and pepper and set aside.

Next, prepare the black bean buree. Set aside 1/4 cup (60 mL) of the drained black beans. Put the remaining beans in a clean food processor bowl with the stainless-steel blade and pulse until coarsely pureed. Transfer the puree to a small saucepan, warm up the puree over low heat, stirring frequently; stir in the mascarpone, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and keep warm.

For the guacamole, combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl. With a fork, coarsely mash and stir the ingredients together. Season to taste with salt.

To assemble the huevos rancheros, add 2 inches (5 cm) of vegetable oil to a heavy large Dutch oven or saucepan. Heat the oil to 350 F (175 C) on a deep-frying thermometer. Working in batches, fry the tortillas until crisp and golden, about 1 minute per side. turning with tongs. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Season with salt.

Preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C). Heat 1 tablespoon oil in each of two large ovenproof nonstick skillets over medium heat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Crack 4 eggs into each skillet and cook for 2 minutes. Transfer the skillets to the oven to continue cooking to desired doneness, about 30 seconds longer for softly set eggs.

Spoon ranchero sauce onto 4 heated serving plates. Spoon some black bean sauce on top of the sauce in the center of each plate. Sprinkle with reserved black beans and queso fresco. Top each plate with 1 tortilla and 2 fried eggs. Garnish with guacamole, sour cream, more ranchero sauce and cilantro. 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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