2017-07-01 - The Brick Times by Jersey Shore Online

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Local Teen Competes Worldwide Brick Schools Superintendent In Scooter Championships Re-Indicted

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – JonMarco Gaydos, 14, has had his front teeth replaced 12 times, has broken bones in his hands and feet, and has suffered multiple concussions – including one that knocked him out cold – all for the love of his sport, freestyle scootering, for which he has become a world-class competitor. “His drive is not normal,” said his father, Jon. “If he wanted to give it up tomorrow we’d support him because he’s accomplished so much already.” The two were jetlagged since they had just returned from a whirlwind trip to Barcelona, Spain where, for the third year in a row, the Lake Riviera teen competed in the ISA Scooter World Championships held on the weekend of June (Scooter - See Page 5)

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BR ICK – It is unlikely that suspended superintendent of schools Walter Uszenski would be getting his job back since he was re-indicted by –Photo courtesy Micromedia Publications the Ocean CounSuspended superintendent of ty Prosecutor’s Brick schools Walter Uszenski. office on June 21 on charges of theft and they decided to and deception after the re-indict,” said Ocean original charges were County Prosecutor Jothrown out by a superior seph D. Coronato in court judge in March. a phone interview on The Prosecutor’s Of- June 23. fice had two choices: to While the prosecuappeal Judge Patricia tor said he could not Roe’s decision, or to get into details of the seek new indictments. case, he said his office “We had 45 days from disagreed with Judge the judge’s decision to Roe’s decision. appeal, and an appeal “It’s not fair to delay could have taken a year it, it’s a very viable case or more, so we re-pre- that needs to go before sented it to a grand jury (Schools - See Page 14)

–Photos by Judy Smestad-Nunn JonMarco Gaydos, 14, of Brick, is one of the top-ranked athletes in the sport of freestyle scooter riding.

Housing Authority Seeks New Director By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – The Brick Housing Authority held a special meeting to authorize the search for a new executive director of the Brick Housing Authority. They also approved a contract to authorize a review of financial transactions (ie: an audit) regarding the former Housing Authority Executive Director Alesia Watson, 54, who tendered her resignation in May after

admitting that she embezzled money from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) earmarked for the Ocean City Housing Authority, where she was also the executive director. According to acting U.S. Attorney William E. Fitzpatrick, Watson used Ocean City Housing Authority credit cards to purchase gift cards between (Housing - See Page 8)

Officials Protest School Aid Cuts

By Chris Lundy and Judy Smestad-Nunn TOMS RIVER – School officials and lawmakers are protesting a proposed state budget plan that would cut funding to some local districts, and redirect it to other districts. The sponsors of that plan said that the funding is going down because those districts’ enrollments are down. The plan was crafted by Senate President Stephen Sweeney (D-3) and Assembly Speaker Vincent Prieto (D-32). Toms River would face a cut of approximately (Ofﬁcials - See Page 4)

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Continued From Page 1 $3.3 million. (Its total budget, including all taxes and funding, is $240 million.) Brick could see a loss of $2.1 million. Manchester Township is slated to lose $177,000. Brick Mayor John Ducey spoke at a press conference held at Toms River High School South. He argued that the town lost $341 million in residential ratables from Superstorm Sandy, and is still trying to recover from it. “It’s not fair that a smaller group of people are paying a higher amount of taxes,” he said. “Every single community should be treated the same.” Brick Board of Education President John Lamela said in a press release that possible state aid budget cuts would have a “devastating impact” to the district. “The budget numbers were given to our district back in February,” Lamela said in the June 19 press release. “The Board, in collaboration with the Administration, worked hard to keep our tax rate low, prepare a budget that provides an excellent opportunity for our students, and makes some much needed capital improvements.” The proposed $2.1 million loss would result in deep cuts to the budget, which Lamela said was not only unfair but would hurt the students of Brick Township. Brick has been one of the lowest spending districts in the state while still providing a high quality of education for its students, Lamela said, and “instead of celebrating

our successes we are being punished for our staff and students hard work.” Lamela urged the residents of Brick, and the surrounding districts that are still recovering from the effects of Superstorm Sandy, to contact their legislators “to do the right thing and fight this unfair and hurtful proposal.” “We are not recommending taking state aid from other districts in any way,” said Toms River Superintendent David Healy at the press conference. They just want the same aid they received last year. “We remain optimistic that the governor will respond to our plea.” Resetting state aid at the lower number for upcoming years “will no doubt devastate this community. There is no way the district can absorb this plan and continue to provide a thorough and efficient education.” He warned that staff could be cut, parents could be charged for athletics, and activities could be reduced. The district’s business administrator, William Doering, said that the funding formula is flawed. It’s based on a town’s ability to pay, but Toms River is calculated to be wealthier than it really is. Similarly, other towns are calculated to be less wealthy than they really are. He also argued that Toms River has one of the lowest cost per pupil, and the funding is going toward towns with some of the highest. Senators James Holzapfel and Greg McGuckin and Assemblyman David Wolfe (all R-10th) also spoke out against the measure at the press conference.

The lawmakers also took issue with $25 million in funding to pre-kindergarten schools in those districts. Although educators support pre-k as a building block for future education, it is not mandated by the state. “How is it that people who, by law, have to be educated,” are losing money to pre-k students who, by law, don’t have to be educated, Holzapfel said. McGuckin asked what districts are getting that pre-kindergarten money. Wolfe said “It’s not a Republican and Democratic standoff. It’s an issue of fairness.” The Toms River district organized a protest in Trenton, but this was ultimately cancelled as they did not receive approval to hold the protest. In an interview by phone, Dan Leonard, Beachwood’s representative on the Toms River Board of Education, said that the district has met with state officials for months. They tried every avenue, so they now have to attempt grand statements like press conferences and protests. “The district did everything procedurally that they could. We can’t do it without the public.” “This district has stretched every penny. We have the lowest per pupil cost,” he said. Instead of being praised for being frugal, they are being penalized. Aid Based On Enrollment Attempts to contact Sweeney and Prieto were not successful as of press time. However, Mark Magyar, policy director for the New Jersey Senate Democrats returned

the call and spoke on their behalf. He said that the funding formula is more in line with what it is supposed to be. Extra aid was stripped away in order to make it fair to everyone. The reason that some towns are losing aid is because their student enrollment is going down, he said. The funding formula dates back to 2008, and was still using those enrollment figures. Things have changed. “It’s a 15-year-old formula based on what districts looked like 15 years ago,” he said. Toms River had 17,169 students in the 2008-2009 school year. They were down to 15,620 in 2016-2017. This is a reduction of 9 percent. Brick had 10,283 students in 2008-2009. They were down to 8,753 in 2016-2017. This is a reduction of 14.9 percent. Manchester had 3,334 students in 20082009. They were down to 2,945 in 20162017. This is a reduction of 11.7 percent. In New Jersey, 73 percent of students attend districts that are underfunded, Magyar said. There are 27 percent of students that are receiving more aid than they should. He countered the argument that these cuts are politically motivated, citing several Republican territories that would be receiving more aid. Indeed, some of them are in Ocean County. Central Regional and Southern Regional are both seeing increases in aid. Stafford Township and Tuckerton’s aid will be flat. Ocean Gate and Long Beach Island will see slight increases.

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Continued From Page 1 17-18. He competed against the 50 best freestyle scooter riders in the world. Every single one of them was older and heavier than JonMarco. Jon says the added weight helps with the momentum of the competitor, and said his son would be “unstoppable” when he’s around 16. Whether JonMarco competes at a local level or a world level, the rules for judging are always the same, said Jon: how the competitor uses the park, the complexity of the tricks and how clean and professionally they are performed. And as the tricks get more complex, the likelihood of injuries increases. JonMarco said he falls every day, but he said he doesn’t think about injuries. “I just put it to the side like it never happened,” he said from his parent’s dining room recently. “After his concussion, we went to the hospital, and the first thing he asked me is ‘Am I still going to be able to compete next weekend?’” JonMarco’s father recalled. The teen got the scootering bug at 9 years old when an older kid from his Lake Riviera neighborhood rode over to JonMarco’s house on a Razor scooter. “I got really jealous, I thought it looked so cool, so I tried his scooter and then I forced my parents to buy me one,” he said. He started out riding on the cul-de-sac in front of his house, but it didn’t take long until he started practicing on the ramps at the Drum Point Sports Complex skate-

The Brick Times, July 1, 2017, Page 5 board park. “I started out by doing little bunny-hop jumps, and then I started doing tricks like bar spins and tailwhips. I learned by watching other kids,” he said. Soon he was spending every free moment at a 22,000-square-foot indoor Lakewood Incline Club Skatepark, the largest of its kind in New Jersey, and for his birthday his parents bought him a custom-made MGP scooter. “I met a 16-year-old kid there named Joe Armstrong, and I started watching him on YouTube and saw how good he was, so I started riding with him and he taught me a lot of tricks,” JonMarco said. “He inspired me. I thought he was the best person in the world. He was my hero.” JonMarco entered his first competition when he was 10, at the skatepark, which held an annual competition. He competed against 98 other beginners and got fifth place. “They call your name, and you get one minute to go around the skate park and hit every obstacle [ramp] that are different heights and have different slopes, and you do the most tricks you can do,” he explained. “So many kids get a nerve rush before they compete, but I don’t. I get excited. I loved it,” he said. Dozens of local competitions followed the skatepark win, and JonMarco was regularly placing first, second and third, or “always on the podium,” his father said. At the next annual competition at the skatepark, he won first place and was forced to move up to the amateur level, which is when the sponsors started calling. “Scouts came up to him. We were getting

phone calls from companies who wanted to sponsor him, but we were lost at first. We didn’t know anything,” said JonMarco’s mother, Monique. At the amateur level, sponsors pay for travel expenses, competition fees, the scooter plus all parts and equipment, T-shirts, and more, Jon explained. The family chose Lucky Scooter as JonMarco’s sponsor since it is a kids’ brand and he was so young. “It was a good fit,” said Jon. “Lucky Scooters sponsors some 25 to 30 scooter competitors across the world, but JonMarco is their number one rider,” he added. After getting his sponsorship, JonMarco came in first place in the next 30 competitions. “When he got amateur level it set him on fire to compete, and he was unbeatable,” said Jon. “It’s because I practice more than all the other guys. I’m at the skatepark every single day,” JonMarco said. The competitions can be difficult to watch, said Monique, since she worries about her son getting injured. “I look through my fingers and just listen to the crowd,” she said. JonMarco competed at the amateur level until he was 12, and then he qualified to go to Nationals in Las Vegas where he won second place, and on that same day, Lucky Scooters promoted him to the professional level. “The Nationals is a contest where the 50 best riders in the USA qualify to go to the World Championships, which is the biggest scootering contest anywhere,” Jon explained. As a professional, Lucky Scooters gave him a monthly salary, they often match prize

money, and he gets a percentage of the sales from their signature scooter developed for JonMarco. The scooter features a gold-colored trophy deck (the part of the scooter you stand on), and it includes JonMarco’s name and nickname – “Beast of the East.” Lucky management also makes sure that he doesn’t miss any events, and they pay for social media releases. JonMarco has 135,000 Instagram followers and 40,000 YouTube followers. In September, the teen competed in a pro-series contest in Australia where he won $15,000 in two minutes, Jon said. “He could buy a house, every dollar is in the bank,” said his father. “Because it could end at any time.” Back to the jetlag: JonMarco and his father left for Spain on a Thursday and came back on the following Monday. While he was there he competed against world champions in a two-day event. On the first day, the 50 best riders in the world participated in a qualifying event, where judges take the best score from two, one-minute runs. JonMarco was one of 12 chosen to move onto finals the next day. Before the competition, he suffered an injury when he rolled his ankle, but he still competed and came in seventh place. “I was very disappointed, because I know I could have made the top three or four. I’ve beaten every one of [the top athletes] in one competition or another,” he said. “But I’m catching up to them. Sometimes it’s just not your day,” said JonMarco. “I just want to be the world champion.”

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Senate Passes “Peggy’s Law” Bill To Protect Seniors In Assisted Living Capitol Comments Senator Jim Holzapfel 10th Legislative District, Serving Toms River

NEW JERSEY – Legislation sponsored by Senator Jim Holzapfel (R-Ocean) and Senator Diane Allen

(R-Burlington) to protect senior citizens in assisted living facilities was passed by the New Jersey Senate.

“When families put their loved ones in the care of a nursing home or other assisted living facility, they expect that they’ll be treated properly and with respect,” Senator Holzapfel said. “If an employee of one of these homes even has the slightest suspicion that something might be awry, it should be their duty to report it.” The legislation, S-1219,

known as “Peggy’s Law,” requires any caretaker, social worker, physician, nurse or other staff member of a care facility who has reasonable cause to suspect that an elderly person is being abused or exploited, they must report it to local law enforcement. It also requires them to report such incidents to the Ombudsman of the Institutionalized

Elderly within certain periods of time depending on the kind of abuse. The law is named after Peggy Marzola, a 93-yearold Brick woman who was taken to the hospital after her nursing home said she slipped on some powder. Marzola’s daughter didn’t believe this explanation and later started a campaign to stiffen state laws against

elder abuse. “Employees have to be the fi rst line of defense against abuse,” Senator Allen said. “They see their residents every day, and they will know when something isn’t right. The families of these seniors have always counted on the employees to do the right thing. Now the State of New Jersey demands it.”

MacArthur Reacts To Study Showing Increase In Emergency Room Visits, Inpatient Stays For Opioid-Related Issues From The Desk Of

Congressman Tom MacArthur NEW JERSEY – As a leader of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, Representative Tom MacArthur (R-NJ) released the following statement on the Agency for Healthcare Research and Qual-

it y st udy, which shows a n at ion a l i nc r e a s e i n opioid-related inpatient stays and emergency department visits. According to the study, between 2005 and 2014 there was a 64 percent increase for

inpatient care and a 99 percent jump for emergency room treatment for opioid-related issues. “T h is st udy shows that the opioid crisis is running rampant across A me r ic a a nd we mu s t continue to do more to c o m b a t it ,” s a id C o n g r e s s m a n M a cA r t h u r. “It’s my belief that we have to show compassion for those suffering from drug abuse by providing treatment and prevention ser vices, and also bal-

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a nce t hat w it h st r icter drug sentences for dealers who are selling poison to vulnerable Americans to feed their own greed. Ou r com mu nities need ou r help a nd I re mai n com m it t e d t o work i ng with my colleagues from both parties in this fight.”

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Continued From Page 1 December 2013 and March 2015, which she used for personal expenses and gifts, and then used HUD money to pay off the credit cards. Under Watson’s plea agreement, the loss associated with the embezzlement was more than $6,500 and less than $15,000. She is scheduled for sentencing

on August 15. Meanwhile, the Brick Housing Authority’s internal staff has been filling in for Watson, and Commissioner Chairperson Kim Terebush has been contacted when there have been any issues, said Brick Housing Authority Commissioner Ron Jampel. The Housing Authority is the owner and manager of the 266 public housing units for the elderly and the handicapped

in Brick, said Jampel. The units are located in the three apartment buildings at the Chambers Bridge Residence on Chambers Bridge Road. The Authority also administers 190 Section 8 vouchers which are given to low-income residents who present them to their landlords towards their rent. Those who are eligible for the federally-funded vouchers pay 30 percent of the rent, which is based on the number

of bedrooms in an Ocean County rental unit, Jampel explained. “For exa mple, if someone ma kes $1,000 a month, and they pay $1,200 for a two-bedroom, the tenant would pay $300 and the vouchers would pay $900,” he said. Jampel, who was appointed to the volunteer position on the authority by Mayor John G. Ducey in January 2017, was a consultant with NJ Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA) in the late 1970s where he became a full-time employee in the early 1980s, he said. He then became its deputy executive director. Since 1991, Jampel has worked as an Affordable Housing consultant to 30 profit and nonprofit developers. The governor also gets to appoint one of the seven commissioners, which was Stephen Scaturro. The town council appointed commissioners Kim Terebush, Kathy Russell, Roby n Gedrich, and Richard Dyer; and there is also one resident commissioner, Peter Dunne. Jampel said the board would be advertising the executive director position as either full-time, part-time, or in a shared service agreement, such as Watson’s before she resigned. “We will take applications from anyone under all three scenarios,” Jampel said. “I would support it being a full-time job if we could get somebody aggressive who wants to do more for the tenants, and it fits within our budget.” “In the short amount of time I’ve been here, I noticed there are more tenant services that could be done, organizational-wise,” he said. For example, an executive director could coordinate medical services for the seniors, Jampel said. “Seniors need more social services and more medical attention, so I’d like to see more coordination with Brick Hospital to make their lives better,” he said But if the new executive director strictly acts as a landlord, it is not a full-time job, he added. Mayor John G. Ducey said that the CPA firm of Fallon & Larsen LLC is currently conducting the audit of the Brick Housing Authority. Check out Dr. Izzy’s Sound News on Page 16

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PrimeTime Center Holds Open House In New Brick Location

–Photo courtesy PrimeTime Center PrimeTime Center of Brick held an open house for families on June 20. BRICK – The PrimeTime Center held an open house for families on June 20 at their newest location, 485 Brick Boulevard. PrimeTime provides day habilitation for adults with developmental disabilities. PTC services include community based instruction, consumer skills training, social skills

training, skills for independent living and recreational opportunities. PrimeTime Center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Families should call 848-241-5700 for more information about programs or to schedule a tour of the Brick, Eatontown or Carteret locations.

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LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Writer’s Group is a great opportunity to share your projects and encourage one another. We welcome anyone who has a desire to write, share,

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Lakewood Summer Athletic Programs

LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Township Recreation Department programs offers instructional band camp, co-ed soccer and wrestling, to free playground programs and summer fun camp, all beginning July 5 for children up to grade 12. Instructional Band Camp: This camp is designed for students in grades 4 to 12 and includes beginner’s lessons for a new instrument; group rehearsals and sectionals for all wind, string, percussion instruments; music videos and lunch from July 5 through July 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Fee is $5 for Lakewood residents, $100 for non-Lakewood residents (first child) and $50 for each additional child. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Lakewood Recreation Office at 732-9053405, ext. 6017 or Wilbur Wittemann at lakewoodjazz.com. Free Playground Programs: All Lakewood children ages 6-15 can enjoy activities designed by experienced adult supervisors and free lunch from July 5 to August 11, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at one of seven playgrounds. Parents must register at either the Clarke School, Clifton Avenue School, Larry D’Zio Park, Pine Park, Rev. Clayton Park, Spruce Street School or Hearthstone Park. In case

of inclement weather, listen to WOBM for closing information. Although supervision is provided, children are free to leave the playground at any time. Free Summer Fun Camp: Children ages 3 (by June 1) to 5 years of age will enjoy arts and crafts, nature walks, free lunch, games and special events under the supervision of qualified staff, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., July 5 to August 11 at School #5 playground. Parents must register their child on the first day, and proof of age and residence is required. Co-Ed Soccer: Learn to play soccer with instruction and games. Mondays and Wednesdays at John Patrick Sports Complex for Lakewood children ages 4 to 12 years old from 6 to 7 p.m., ages 7 to 9 from 7 to 8 p.m., ages 10-12 years from 8 to 9 p.m., and Middle and High School children from 9 to 10 p.m. Fee is a $10 registration fee for the first child and $5 for each additional child. Wrestling: Learn the skills and techniques of wrestling for children in grades 1-12 on Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lakewood Community Center. Fee is $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional child. For more information, call the Lakewood Recreation office at 732-905-3405, ext. 6017 or visit lakewoodnj.gov.

Frank Gutowski Orchestra Tribute

BRICK – A special tribute to the music and memories of The Frank Gutowski Orchestra and Gene Mendalski & the G-Men, featuring Eddie Biegaj & The Heroes is on Sunday, July 16 at the Brick Elks Lodge #2151, 2493 Old Hooper Ave. Doors open at 12 p.m.

Chicken cordon bleu dinner will be served at 1 p.m. and dancing is from 2 to 6 p.m. Refreshments will be available. Ticket price is $25. For tickets and information, call Bernie Lesiak at 732-9019977, Andy Citkowicz at 732-330-0624 or Neil Makatenas at 732-905-0696.

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Brick Police Arrest Man Who Demanded $5,000 At TD Bank

By Sara Grillo BRICK – Brick Police have arrested a man in a June 19 robbery at the TD Bank on 2292 Hooper Ave. According to police, 42-year-old Zachary Canace of Brick walked up to the bank counter around 11:30 a.m. and told the teller, “I need $5,000 G’s strapped to go. Do not hit the alarm button and nobody gets hurt, just give me my $5,000 now.” The teller working behind the bank counter gave Canace money out of her drawer and he left the bank. Another teller working behind the

counter recognized him and was able to provide a description of him to Officer Robert Heschle, who was also familiar with Canace and knew he lived near Tunesbrook Road. A police unit was sent out to locate him in that area and a perimeter was set up at a residence where he was believed to be inside on Drake Road. When Canace came out of the home, he was taken into custody without incident. All money stolen from the robbery has since been recovered. Canace was charged with Robbery and Theft and was subsequently lodged in the Ocean County Jail.

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Good Samaritan Saves Brick Brothers From House Fire

By Sara Grillo BRICK – Two brothers were saved from a fire that broke out while they were sleeping, after a man driving in the area saw the fire and forced his way inside the home. Brick Police Sargent Olsen, Patrolman Byers, Patrolman Storch, Patrolman Docherty and Patrolman DeLuca responded to the house on Montclair Drive just after 12:30 a.m. and found the two homeowners, Donald and Ronald Colasurdo, standing on the front lawn with the Good Samaritan, Victor Diaz. Diaz told officers that he saw an area near the front door of the house in flames and tried banging on the side door of the house to get the residents’ attention. When he got no response, Diaz forced the door open and found Ronald sleeping in a back bedroom. He alerted him of the fire and asked if there was anyone else in the house. Ronald said his brother was asleep

in another bedroom on the opposite end of the house. Diaz then went to the front bedroom, woke up Donald, and helped him get out of the house through heavy smoke. Emergency responders were able to assist the three men on the scene after they escaped from the house. Officers also evacuated neighboring homes. Assisting with the fire were all four Brick Township Fire Companies, as well as Point Boro, Howell and Brielle Fire Companies. Brick Township Police EMS and Point Pleasant Boro First Aid Squad also assisted at the scene. Two firefighters were treated for minor injuries and one was taken to Ocean Medical Center and later released. Brick Township Fire Bureau Investigator Robert Kurilla and Brick Township Police Detectives Ken Steinberg and Detective Brian Lash are investigating the fire, although it is suspected that the fire was electrical and not suspicious.

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July 26 at 5 p.m. – Cattus Island Family Pontoon Tour, Ages 4 and up. Must register by 5 p.m. Seating is limited. August 3 at 5 p.m. – Lakewood Police Department “Night Out against Crime” in Pine Park. August 3 at 6 p.m. – Big Band Boot Camp concert, conducted by Wilbur Wittemann in Pine Park. August 11 at 5 p.m. – Cattus Island Pontoon Tour, Adults only. Must register by 5:00 p.m. Seating is limited. August 14 at 5 p.m. – Lakewood Police Department “Police Camp.” Call 732-363-0200, ext. 5199. August 29 at 4 p.m. – Cattus Island Family Pontoon Tour, Ages 4 and up. Must register by 4 p.m. Seating is limited. For more information, call the Lakewood Recreation office at 732-905-3405, ext. 6017.

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Lighthouse International Film Festival Closes The Curtain

By Sara Grillo LONG BEACH ISLAND – After four days, 85 films, 40 filmmakers, three parties, breakfasts and panels with filmmakers, five virtual reality shorts and unforgettable memories – the Lighthouse International Film Festival (LIFF) has finally closed the curtain on its 9th year in production. “I really feel like this edition of the lineup is kind of like the peak of the ideal of what we really want. We have local films that touch on global concerns, we have fantastic documentaries, we have international films, an incredible short film lineup and we’re bringing virtual reality,” said LIFF Executive Director Eric Johnson at the festival’s kick-off screening on June 8. “We’re incredibly, incredibly excited for you to see all these movies.” The festival kicked off on Thursday night with a screening of a 90s throwback film King of Peking at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. People showed up early for the premiere, as volunteers were forced to keep adding more rows of chairs in front of the projection screen. The movie, which was set in Beijing, China and had English subtitles, tells the story of a father who, desperate to both provide for and bond with his 10-year-old son, takes a job at a movie theatre and starts stealing movie reels in an effort to make money in the newly emerging DVD bootlegging business. “This is very much about a man who makes the wrong choice but makes it for the right reason,” said the film’s director Sam Voutas. Voutas, who is actually Australian but speaks fluent Mandarin, held a Q&A session after the screening, and said his inspiration for the movie was becoming a dad himself two and a half years ago, something that forever changed his life as he knew it. He said that often, you can tell a movie was made to look like a different time period, but that he wanted King of Peking to feel like it could have been made in the 90s. LIFF workers and volunteers said the buzz was sizzling around a locally made film called The Oyster Farmers, directed by Corinne Gray Ruff and Angela Anderson, which is a documentary about Barnegat baymen and baywomen throughout the last four centuries. It also explores the growing sustainable seafood movement both locally and globally, at a time when 90 percent of seafood eaten in the U.S. is imported. Anderson and Ruff were also at the festival’s kick-off party back in May, when they found out only the night before

that their movie had made it into the lineup. The two female filmmakers, along with filmmaker Brendan Walsh who helped edit the movie, also hosted a NJ Filmmaking Panel Friday morning to discuss why the Jersey Shore is the perfect place for moviemaking and movie inspiration. The Oyster Farmers was screened at 3:30 p.m. on June 10 at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Another local documentary creating buzz, and also a festival audience award winner, was Swim Team, which tells the tale of the Jersey Hammerheads, a competitive swim team made up of autistic teenagers. Director Lara Stolman follows three teammates in their journey to fit in and to find their independence both in and out of the pool. The film was screened at 8 p.m. on June 10 at the Surf City Firehouse. The festival also featured eight blocks of shorts, where several short films were shown at once, and for the first time ever, a virtual reality experience that LIFF Managing Director Christine Rooney described as “absolutely an amazing experience.” This year’s Audience and Jury Award Winners were announced on June 11 during a 6 p.m. party at Joe Pop’s Shore Bar: Audience Award Winners: Documentary: “Swim Team” (Lara Stolman) Audience Award Short Film: “Break In” (Christopher Cox) Spotlight: “Black Magic for White Boys” (Onur Tukel) Narrative: “Our Father” (Meni Yaish) Jury Award Winners: HS Student Film Jury Award: The Getaway Drivers (Graham Burrell) Documentary Short Film Grand Jury Award: Refugee (Emily Moore and Joyce Chen) Special Jury Award Short Film: Fry Day (Laura Moss and Valerie Steinberg) Narrative Short Film Grand Jury Award: Do No Harm (Roseanne Liang) Documentary Feature Grand Jury Award: Santoalla (Andrew Becker and Daniel Mehrer) Narrative Feature Grand Jury Award: Our Father (Meni Yaish) Created in 2008 by a group of filmmakers, film critics and film industry professionals, the Lighthouse International Film Festival celebrates four days of features, shorts, documentaries and family films from around the world in honor of Long Beach Island’s historic Barnegat Lighthouse.

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Continued From Page 1 a jury,” he said. Uszenski was hired as Brick’s new school superintendent in 2012. In May 2015, he was suspended with pay after his arrest for his role in a scheme to provide his pre-school grandchild with educational services (i.e., full-time daycare) and transportation at public expense for which the child was not legally entitled. In September 2015, Uszenski was suspended without pay after he and his daughter, Jacqueline Halsey, were indicted on official misconduct and theft. The indictment also named Andrew Morgan, former interim special services director for the district, and his wife Lorraine Morgan. Andrew Morgan was recommended for the position at Brick schools by Uszenski, was indicted on charges of False Swearing and Theft by Deception for knowingly concealing his prior criminal conviction for selling cocaine in New York City in 1989. The indictment said that Morgan and Uszenski executed the necessary approvals required for the Board of Education to fund fraudulent benefits for the child that are believed to be in excess of $50,000. Lorraine Morgan was charged with Official Misconduct for her role in approving unnecessary counseling services for Uszenski’s grandchild. Judge Roe dismissed charges against Uszenski and Halsey because their attorneys argued that the child was enrolled in special needs classes even before Uszenski was hired, which was information Roe said was not included

in the initial grand jury presentation. Three charges remained for the Morgans. In April, a tort notice was filed on behalf of Uszenski, Halsey and Halsey’s son that said damages of $20 million were being sought for each. Since that time, members of the public have questioned Board of Education members if they planned to terminate the contract with interim Superintendent Thomas Gialanella and reinstate Uszenski. Board members said they were waiting to hear whether or not the County Prosecutor planned to file an appeal or seek re-indictment. The new 19-count indictment restores the charges against Uszenski, Halsey and the Morgans. “The bottom line is, the facts of the case warrant it to be re-presented and put before a jury,” Coronato said during the phone interview. “We presented it to the grand jury with the concerns expressed by the court, and the grand jury decided to bring back a true bill.” Asked if there could be a plea deal, Coronato said his office is required to offer the best resolution for the case. “We’ll put out a plea offer, if they accept, fine, if it’s not accepted, the plea deal is withdrawn and we are duty bound to go to trial,” he said. “Hopefully, a jury will hear the trial,” he added. Coronato said that with the new bail reform, it is difficult to assess the time frame for the trial, but said it would go on for a long time. “It won’t be resolved in the near future,” he said. “This court case will continue for some time based on motions and based on court rulings, but it could resolved earlier – who knows?” he said.

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By Sara Grillo OCEAN COUNTY – Located in a 15,000-square foot building down a dirt path off Route 37 near Mule Road, Ocean County Hunger Relief is different than your local food pantry, thrift shop or social services network – mostly because it’s all three. Spearheaded by Carol Latif, whose motto is “the art of living comes from the heart of giving,” the organization is only limited by its resources. When it comes to food, Latif gets –Photo by Sara Grillo regular calls from case workers Students from Donovan Catholic High School volunabout men and women in the teered in the OC Huger Relief thrift shop. community who haven’t eaten in days. She can then arrange immediate food delivery sold help buy more food to feed Ocean County. Latif’s vision for OC Hunger Relief is to help mothrough one of OC Hunger Relief’s 26 food pantries, located in churches around the county. Homeless tivate those who want to get out of their homeless people in the community will also come in to the situation, and say to them: “let’s start working this center either alone or with case workers. Latif said thing out.” She said that often, the homeless and less fortunate the first thing she’ll do is get them a glass of water are treated with disrespect, and that if you keep and ask what their favorite thing is to eat. She said her goal is to help those who might be allowing yourself to be treated like dirt, you start going through temporary hardships, for example, losing your confidence. “There’s a lot of people out here that have had unsomeone who lost their job and housing at the same time, and people who want to get out of their foreseen circumstances hit them,” she said, adding homeless situation. In nutshell – helping those who that it’s all about treating people with dignity “Who we really are is who we are inside.” want to be helped. She said she gets a lot of veterans who come in One advantage Latif has is a track record. She’s been serving the needy in Ocean County for over 36 every day, and recently helped an elderly veteran years, and with that comes relationships – with local who went from sleeping on a floor to being booked churches, veterans’ clinics, mental health groups, to a veteran’s clinic and in a hospital bed. Part of the problem, she added, is that people look at the case workers and government services. High school students from Donovan Catholic homeless situation like it’s too big to look at, so then High School in Toms River were in the massive OC nobody wants to deal with it. “It’s too much to deal Hunger Relief thrift shop recently, donating canned with it, so then nobody does anything.” She said there’s over 300 churches in Ocean County, goods, dusting furniture and helping a customer load and that they all have different visions. Some might a couch they purchased into their car. “Last time we actually spent the whole day here want to work with the elderly, those recently released because all of us were just having so much fun from prison, people with drug problems, homeless, and we wanted to get the whole room clear,” said etc. If they all worked together and focused on their student volunteer KaitlynAnnecchino. “We finished vision, it might not be so much to deal with. Speaking of homeless encampments, such as one whole entire room, separated and organized it, and everyone else was in the food pantry sorting Lakewood’s infamous “Tent City” a few years ago, and another called Destiny’s Bridge that recently everything.” The thrift shop is neatly separated into sections took root in Howell, Latif said there are plenty of that are maintained daily by volunteers. Furniture homeless people who still want out of their situation, – dressers, kitchen tables, chairs, end tables and and there are always more people who want out than desks – takes up almost half the room, with a line those who want in. How can you help relieve hunger in Ocean County? of couches and pictures down the middle, and food, clothes, toys and bikes filling out the rest of the Volunteer: OC Hunger Relief is run primarily by warehouse. Most clothes are sold for $1, although volunteers, and it’s always looking for more. Youth groups, corporations, retired or unemployed citizens wedding dresses are a bit more. VolunteerAlicia also helped show customers around and people who need to fulfill community service the shop and rung up their purchases that day. Items obligations are all welcome to volunteer their time in the thrift shop or as outreach coordinators. Donate: The most in demand donations right now are clothes, non-perishable food and money. Truck pick-up can be arranged for furniture, large loads of clothing, household and specialty items. Cars, jewelry, art, real estate and collectibles are also tax deductible and publicly acknowledged. Food Drives: Food is at the core of this operation, WE GIVE FULL and individuals and groups are encouraged to host food drives for OC Hunger Relief and its network 20 LB TANKS of food pantries. Refilled for ONLY If you’re still not sure where to start, an open house is being held on June 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. at OC Hunger Relief headquarters, 21 Germania Station Road (Between BJ’s and Mule Road). Stop by the thrift shop, bring donations, sign up to volunteer and OPEN 7 DAYS learn about some of the wonderful ways you can help A WEEK your neighbors in need. For more information, visit ochunger 642 Fischer Blvd. • Toms River, NJ relief.org, call 732-505-4357 or email ochrelief@ yahoo.com.

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Help Wanted

Want To Buy - 2 BR home in Brick/Toms River area. Reasonable. Will refurbish. Call Maria 201-310-2150. (27)

Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

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Deli - Full time, part time. Experience is a must for busy Deli/Bakery/Lottery. Bakery/Lottery could be full time. Toms River area. 732-286-2665. (30)

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Texas Hold’en Player Wanted Friday’s 5 to 8 p.m. Rt. 530, Whiting, NJ. 732-408-5258. (27) St. Jude Novena - May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and perserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer 9 times a day. Say it for 9 days. By the eighth day, your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you, St. Jude. RCS. (28)

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Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) WE BUY USED CARS - Any condition, any make, any year. We also specialize in buying Classic Porshe, Mercedes and Jaguar running or not, DEAD OR ALIVE. 609-598-3622. (29) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)

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Bus Driver - CDL with passanger certification SRPE courtsey bus call 732-505-1081. Leave message call returned to arrange interview. (30) Line-in Detailed Housekeeper Cooking, cleaning, ironing for summer (possibly longer) with references. Friday through Tuesday (have other help). 500 in Mantaoloking. 201-960-0222. (28) PT Weekend CNA/CHHA - The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’s / CHHA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living Unit and Skilled Nursing units. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further! Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7 Special weekend rates of $14 to $16/hour depending on community. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (28) Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/ Servers AM and PM shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay and 401(K) once you have worked 1 year and 1000 hours. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career.The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9/hr. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (28) Full Time - Full charge bookkeeper for adult community in Whiting. Proficient in Excel. Knowledge of Tops a plus. Fax resume 732-350-2838. (27) Full or Part Time Laborer/Apprentice - In Jackson. Will train. Benefits available for full time employees. Call 732-928-2100. (34) P/T Driving Instructor Wanted - 10 years driving experience. Clean license, will train. Call 732920-8830 for info. (29) CDL Driver – PT The Pines at Whiting is currently looking for a part time CDL driver to transport residents to and from our community. This person will be doing local shuttle runs as well as resident day trips. Position requires a CDL license with 16+ passenger endorsement. Position will work an average of 20-25 hours a week. For immediate consideration apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732-849-2047 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (30) Borough Of Lakehurst - Temporary 90-day Public Works laborer. $10 per hour. Valid DL with good record required. Applications can be obtained at Borough Hall, 5 Union Avenue, Lakehurst, NJ 08733. EOE. (29) Now Hiring Property Inspectors - FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@ comcast.net or msangelabove@ comcast.net. 732-766-4425, 201259-0734. Ask for Mel. (t/n)

Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Celebrating 50 years of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-5003063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (26) Interior and Exterior Painting – Insured all calls returned. References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH4548900. Tommy call 609-661-1657. (30) Angel Card Readings By Ena 848-227-5424. I can help you with lifes concerns. With God, all things possible. (27) Experienced, Responsible, Mature Lady - Is looking for live-in caregiver position for seniors in New Jersey. Excellent references. Call Ewa 732-886-9651. (27) Custom Shelving – Organize your closets kitchen, living room, basement, garage. Solid wood shelving made and installed. Strong, beautiful, affordable. Call Gus’s Woodwork 732-363-6292. (28) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (30) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (31) Handyman – All masonry work, repairs, sidewalks, paving, stone, decorative stone, mulch. Call Jerry 732-684-8863. Free estimates. NJ reg #13VH08709600. (26) The Original Family Fence - A fully licensed and insured company in Ocean County has specialized in unique fence repairs and installations around the Garden State for over 35 years. We want your gate repairs, sectional repairs, and new installation inquiries! No job is too small for us to tend to in a day’s time. Call us today for your free estimate You might just be surprised with what is possible. NJ LIC: 13VH09125800. Phone 732773-3933, 732-674-6644. (30) All Around Yard And Home Maintenance – Outdoor, indoor work done to your satisfaction. Spring thru Winter. Cleaning, home repairs, yard upgrades, etc. References upon request. Very diligent. Fair estimates. Eddie Zsoka 732-608-4781. (31)

Services Don Carnevale Painting Specializing interiors. Very neat. Special senior discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low spring rates. License #13VH3846900. 732-899-4470 or 732-8144851. Thank you. (27) My 2 Girls Cleaning Service Summer Cleaning Specials - A package to meet all your needs. Bonded and insured. Same teams. Please call Donna at 732-9148909 or 732-232-7058. (27) Buy Direct Flooring Distributers - Direct from mills. Eliminate middle man. Luxury vinal, planking, carpet, remnants, hardwood. Resistration #13097-1340. Doug 732-504-9286. (27)

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Removal Service - We Haul It All! Household junk, furniuture, appliances, construction debris, metals, yard waste, concrete, dirt and sand. Also specializing in cleanouts, landscaping, tree/shrub removal, moving and hauling. Spring Cleaning Special ends June 21. Call now! 732-998-4725. (27)

A&A Masonry Repairs - Steps, chimney walls, rebuilds and repairs, Stone veneer, concrete and pavers. Fully Insured. Call Pete 609 242-4249. newjerseymasonry.com. (26) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service. Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400. Special spring discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (28) Nice Polish Lady - Can take care of elderly. Available days. Have car for shopping, doctor visits. 20 years experience. Call Krystyna 732-657-2798. (28)

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JCP&L Adds New Line And Substation Employees From PSI Training Programs

NEW JERSEY – Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) has hired 35 graduates of the company’s utility worker training program as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance service reliability for customers in northern and central New Jersey. The new employees include 27 line work-

ers and eight substation electricians that are members of the first graduating classes since the Power Systems Institute (PSI) training programs were reinstituted at Brookdale Community College in Lincroft and Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg in 2014. “PSI-trained employees are prepared to

immediately enter the JCP&L workforce and help maintain and expand our electric system,” said Jim Fakult, president of JCP&L. “The rigorous class work and experience gained in the field by working with veteran JCP&L line and substation personnel helps deliver safe and reliable electric service for our customers, now

and in the future.” The new lines employees and hometowns are: Anthony Amato, Belford; Kyle Anderson, South Amboy; Nicholas Bautz, Landing; Michael Bodoh, Oakhurst; Douglas Bruder, Bayville; Brendan Campbell, Leonardo; Eric Comunale, Bangor, PA; Zachary Comunale, Bangor, PA; Jesse Deleasa, Great Meadows; Nate Foster, Brick; Charles Geran III, Toms River; David Kienzle, Bangor, PA; Steve Kiernan, Oakhurst; Theodore Klamerus, Newton; Edwin Klecan, Monroe Township; Devon Kramer, Kintnersville, PA; Jacob Kramer, Kintnersville, PA; Patrick Langan, Hazlet; Eric Mauriello, Howell; Cameron McCusker, Phillipsburg; Adam Miller, Portland, PA; Vanessa Patterson, Lebanon; Tyler Renner, Matawan; Jason Schnorrbusch, Brick; Nick Shevchenko, Matawan; Rich Tanner, Glen Gardner; and James Woods, Toms River. The new substation employees and hometowns are: Guiliano Alano, Somerville; Maurice Gaquer, Brick; Forrest Keigler, Bridgewater; Allan Laupa, Belle Mead; Grant Moore, Whitehouse Station; Jacob Sarson, Belvidere; Chris Spedden, Denville and Devin Weiss, Monmouth Junction. In addition, six current JCP&L employees also completed the PSI program. They include: James Floyd, Hackettstown, line; Tarrel Lester, Morristown, line; Daniel McKnight, Little Egg Harbor, line; James Potter, Forked River, line; Lance Vannatta, Phillipsburg, line; and Kevin Nagle, Barnegat, substation. As part of the training program, all the graduates will be rotated among various line and substation shops across JCP&L’s service area before being assigned to a permanent work location. PSI is an award-winning, two-year educational program originally developed by FirstEnergy in 2000 to help prepare the company’s next generation of utility line and substation workers. PSI students split time between classes at the two colleges and JCP&L training facilities in Farmingdale and Philipsburg. Since the program’s inception, FirstEnergy has hired nearly 1,500 line and substation personnel who completed PSI programs in Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. For information about the PSI program, call 1-800-829-6801, or go to firstenergycorp. com/psi.

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Professional Profile

Garden State Hearing And Balance Center

com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. Hearing loss, unfortunately, tients, coupled with technology and value often goes untreated since it is have set Garden State Hearing not painful and often not a pri& Balance Center apart for ority for patients. But for the years, with recent investments 40 million people who suffer making the treatment of hear- from it, Dr. Kirsh explains, ing loss and similar conditions it is important that they seek diagnosis and t reatment to more manageable than ever. T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. “Over the last few years, hawkin and Whiting, was the first in the United States to there have been a lot of studbe Audigy-Certified, a testa- ies that show a relationship ment to its adherence to the bet ween u nt reated hear ing industry’s best practices that loss and memory deficits such are required for certification. as dementia and Alzheimer’s, “Any business that is Au- which means you r suscepdigy-Certif ied, from a best t ibilit y to obt ai n i ng t hese practices standpoint, is in the memory issues increases as a function of top t wo to “We don’t over t he hea r i ng three percent loss that you in the counschedule or double h a v e ,” D r . try,” said Dr. book, so people are said. Isidore Kirsh generally seen on time.” Kirsh Wit h r a re – commonly –Dr. Kirsh exception, known as Dr. the only way Izzy – founder and director of the practice, to help preserve your hearing who holds a doctorate degree is th rough a hear ing aid – (Ph.D.) from the Union Insti- sometimes a stumbling block for patients who are self-contute & University. The Center performs testing scious about wearing one. But for patients with auditory pro- technological improvements cessing disorders and testing have led to the devices becomfor people who are suffering ing vir tually invisible, and from tinnitus – ringing in the more helpful than ever. “They can be 100 percent ears – as well as hearing loss invisible, they can have Blueand balance issues. Dr. Kirsh’s practice includes tooth as well as Wi-Fi capastate-of-the art equipment to bilities,” Dr. Kirsh explained. evaluate hearing and balance “ You ca n st r e a m a sig n a l issues, which are often related through your iPhone or your television, even movies and to inner ear disorders. “Seventy percent of patients Broa dway shows, r ig ht t o wh o c o m pl a i n of b a l a n c e you r hea r i ng aid. Most of proble m s u s u a l ly h ave a n today’s hearing aids are very i n ner ear component,” Dr. inconspicuous, meaning the

Pictured is Dr. Isidore Kirsh. His offices are located at 250 Route 37 West, Toms River, 732573-4020; 53 Nautilus Drive, Suite C, 1st Floor, Manahawkin, 609-489-5415; 75 Lacey Road Ste 1B, Whiting, 732-606-4912. Visit gardenstatehearing.com for more information.

cosmetic issue is really not an issue anymore.” Hearing aids also can have features such as GPS locator capability. “The technology is improving significantly every year,” Dr. Kirsh said. For patients, hearing aids can be financed interest free for 24 months, and Dr. Kirsh’s practice provides free battery replacements for life. Patients can also return a hearing aid during a 75 day trial period, during which time they return to Garden State Hearing &

Balance Center a minimum of three times to check on their progress. “We don’t over schedule or double book, so people are generally seen on time,” said Dr. Kirsh. The practice has th r ived on accessibility for patients, investments in technology, and the easing of the financial aspect of treatment. “We try to give people as much value as possible, and

that really separates us from some of the other hearing care professionals out there,” Better hearing is a priceless gift! Dr. Kirsh said.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of July 1 - July 7 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Flashes of genius are like a genie in a bottle. You may need to rub a little harder to get the wish granted. Mental restlessness may send you chasing rainbows down dead end alleys this week. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): It is easy to be sidetracked by social gatherings. Slacking off in the week ahead will cause you to lose momentum. Keep your opinions to yourself and rely on trusted companions rather than strangers. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): There are some cross currents going on behind the scenes. Although you are forging forward, others may secretly resent your freedom. Be polite and considerate toward others in the week ahead. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Employ your energy to be excellent. In the week ahead your creativity is energized and you can get more accomplished than usual. However, be cautious about spending and using credit cards. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Face up to your fantasies. In the week to come you might be misled by your imagination or see only what you wish to see. You might feel out of place in group activities or social events. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep a smile on your face as the week goes by. People may wonder just what you have been up to. An air of mystery will help you impress others and may pay off financially, as well as romantically.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): People may jockey for position and set their sights on lofty goals but you remain balanced this week. Ruthless ambition may not appeal to you, but be aware it is a sweet attraction for associates. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The week ahead may offer opportunities for amusing yourself with hobbies or playtime activities. Even if there is no time for a hand’s on approach you can read or study your favorite subject. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Walk the straight and narrow path. Ignore the wild geese and refuse to chase after them. Don’t waste money on things that do not come with a written guarantee in the week ahead. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Focus on the facts rather than your fantasies. As this week unfolds you might not be at your best in one-on-one negotiations. Be cautious about the fine print if you must sign a contract. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Rest on your laurels. Confidential situations could come to light that can be used to your advantage in the week ahead. Don’t take important steps as surface appearances could be misleading. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Work to make long range plans a reality as this week unfolds. Tap into the energy of a creative muse and you will find yourself making some powerful moves, and enjoying it as well.

wolfgang puck’s kitchen

Pizza Party: Welcome Summer With A New Approach To Barbecue By Wolfgang Puck WOLFGANG’S BARBECUE CHICKEN PIZZA Makes 4 pizzas, each 8 to 10 inches (20 to 25 cm) 1 pound (500 g) leftover or store-bought boneless, skinless grilled or roasted chicken, cut into bite-sized chunks 4 tablespoons minced jalapeno chile 1 cup (250 mL) bottled barbecue sauce Wolfgang’s Pizza Dough (recipe follows) Extra-virgin olive oil 2 cups (500 mL) shredded mozzarella cheese 2 cups (500 mL) shredded fontina cheese 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced 2 ounces (60 g) fresh goat cheese 1 bunch fresh cilantro or parsley, leaves coarsely chopped 1/4 cup (60 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese Preheat the oven to 450 F (230 C). Put a baking stone in the oven at least 30 minutes before making the pizza. In a bowl, toss the chicken with the jalapeno and barbecue sauce. Set aside. Shape each pizza as directed in the dough recipe. Brush with olive oil and evenly sprinkle with mozzarella and fontina. Top with chicken, red onions and tomatoes; dot with goat cheese. Using a lightly floured baker’s peel or rimless baking sheet, slide a pizza onto the baking stone and bake until nicely browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Carefully transfer to a cutting board. Repeat with the remaining 3 pizzas. Brush each pizza’s crust with olive oil. Garnish with cilantro or parsley and Parmesan. Cut into slices with a pizza cutter or large, sharp knife. Serve immediately. WOLFGANG’S PIZZA DOUGH Makes enough for 4 pizzas

1 packet active dry yeast 1 1/2 cups warm water, 105 to 115 F (40 to 46 C) 1 tablespoon honey Extra-virgin olive oil 3 to 4 cups (750 mL to 1 L) all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt In the bowl of a stand mixer, dissolve the yeast in the water. Stir in the honey. Leave until cloudy, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons oil. Combine 3 cups (750 mL) flour with the salt and add all at once to the yeast mixture. Mix at low speed using the paddle attachment. When the dough forms, change to the dough hook; knead at low speed for 2 minutes, then at medium speed until the dough comes away cleanly from the side of the bowl and clusters around the hook, 5 to 7 minutes. Turn out the dough onto a clean work surface. Knead by hand 2 to 3 minutes, adding flour as needed, until smooth and elastic. Transfer to a clean, lightly oiled bowl. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and leave at warm room temperature to rise for 30 minutes to 1 hour. When ready, the dough will stretch without tearing when gently pulled. Divide the dough into four equal balls. Shape each by gently pulling the sides and tucking them under the bottom, working around the ball four or five times. On a smooth, unfloured surface, roll each ball under your palm until smooth and firm, about 1 minute. Put the balls on a tray or platter, cover with oiled plastic wrap or a damp towel, and leave to rest for at least 30 minutes. At this point, the balls can be covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated for one to two days; they will need to be punched down when you are ready to roll them out. To shape a pizza, place a dough ball on a lightly floured surface. Turn the dough as you press down on the center with the heel of your hand, gradually spreading it out to an 8-to-10-inch (20-to-25-cm) circle; or use a rolling pin. Pinch a slightly thicker raised rim. Transfer to a lightly oiled pizza pan, or bake directly on the stone.

(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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