2017-07-01 - The Toms River Times

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–Photos by Chris Lundy Toms River renovated Huddy Park and reopened it for the town’s 250th Anniversary.

Mayor Thomas Kelaher addresses the crowd.

(Inset) The Old Barracks Association Fife and Drum Corps performed period music. (Left) A cake made by Mandoli’s Custom Cake Confectionary had scenes of Toms River’s history.

Statue Dedication Honors Veterans Spanning Six Wars

By Chris Christopher TOMS RIVER – Bey Lea Pa rk wa s awa sh i n patriotism as the The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation of Toms River unveiled the Protectors of Freedom Monument in front of the facilit y on Bay Avenue.

The monument, –Photo by Chris Christopher reflecting every Brian Hanlon of Toms River c on f l ic t f rom poses with one of the sculp1917 to today, tures he created. was depicted through six, eight-foot sculptures of United States Armed Forces members, including a woman nurse serving in the Vietnam War. With figures representing World War I, World (Dedication - See Page 4)

Officials Protest School Aid Cuts

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Very few municipalities can claim to have lived th rough what Toms River did.

Usually, being burned to the ground during a major war is pretty (Celebrates - See Page 17)

Habitat For Humanity Builds 18th Home

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity closed on its 18th affordable home, and its owner will soon move in.

More than 40 members of the community at-

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tended the closing ceremony on First Avenue. It’s built on a 40x100-square-foot lot. Since it was undersized, it could not be built on under normal circumstances. Therefore, the township donated (Habitat - See Page 7)

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 $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.

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Dedication: Continued From Page 1 War II, the Korean War, Vietnam, the Middle East and the War on Terror, the work, sculpted by master sculptor Brian Hanlon of Toms River, will touch the hearts and souls of multiple generations.

Veterans and military members from the Joint Base-McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst unveiled each sculpture to the count of 10 along with Congressmen Chris Smith and Tom MacArthur.

Dignitaries posed in front of each sculpture and cut a red, white and blue ribbon.

“With one of the largest populations of veterans in the state, Toms River was the natural choice for the home of Protectors of Freedom,” said Jeremy Grunin, the president of the Foundation and the son of Jay and Linda Grunin. “This monument is dedicated to the courageous men and women who have given their all in the defense of mankind. For all those who served and lost their lives and the survivors who returned carrying the scars of war as medals of honor, this memorial stands as an acknowledgement of their selfless benevolence.”

The monument, funded by the organization with the land and facilities provided by Toms River Township, is a tribute to the heroism of each soldier.

“It is a great honor and privilege for our Foundation to be able to underwrite this wonderful and deserving tribute to the millions of men and women who have served in our Armed Forces over the past century and have helped keep our world safe and prosperous,” Jay Grunin said.

The vision and design were sculpted in striking bronze by Hanlon, a world renowned artist.

“It’s extremely rewarding to be able to honor and commend bravery and sacrifice through art with each sculpture in my hometown,” Hanlon said. “This tribute and memorial represent such tremendous stories of each generation of war in such simplicity.”

An estimated 500 people attended the ceremony under 77-degree temperatures, light breezes and sunny skies. Numerous members of veterans’ organizations and civic groups turned out. Small children through senior citizens – some of the latter in wheelchairs – attended. There was patriotic music playing.

The Toms River Township Police and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department provided security and traffic control. Hanlon invited each Armed Force member and police officer to stand with him while he spoke, which they did.

“It means a lot to me to be here today,” Hanlon said. “It is important that I don’t stand up here by myself. The sculpture of a World War II soldier being held by a comrade sets the tone for this conversation. Entering the world’s stage was not a casual act for the United States.

Having a nurse among the sculptures is very important.”

Hanlon said the display was several months in the making.

“It was born last year over a cup of coffee,” he said. “The display lights up at night. It’s probably the greatest monument in my whole career.”

After speaking, Hanlon led a standing ovation to the Grunin family.

The National Anthem was performed and Veterans carried out The Laying of the Wreaths

at the display. Taps were played and there was a Releasing of the Doves and a Retiring of the Colors. The ceremony lasted 57 minutes.

The display hit home for Toms River Township Mayor Thomas Kelaher, a member of the Armed Forces.

“My dad was in our Armed Forces,” he told the spectators. “I was on my way to fight in the Korean War when the cease fire broke out. I am so grateful to the Grunin family for doing this. It’s very important we send a message to the folks in uniform in harm’s way that we appreciate what we are doing. I have one word for this display – wow!”

Joe Vicari, director of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, presented a proclamation honoring the display to the Grunins.

“Freedom is not free,” he said. “There is a price to pay. There is evil filled with hatred that is determined to destroy the American way of life and Western Civilization. Veterans helped create the lifestyle we have today. We have to defend Western Civilization.

“North Korea has no fear. It hates Americans. There will be 1.2 million people in our county next weekend and I want them to see this display.”

MacArthur also praised the community.

“I am grateful to be in a community that cares and has a long tradition of supporting our military,” he said. “I thank the Grunin family for its dedication, its adding of beauty and a sense of togetherness. This is not the first time Brian Hanlon has graced this community with his works of art.”

MacArthur, whose father was a Korean War veteran, unveiled a sculpture dedicated to the

conflict.

“My wife and I have adopted two of our three children from Korea,” the Congressman said.

“The sculptures are not just monuments of the past, but beacons to the future. We must fight oppression and seek justice in the world.

This is a day that says we live in a dangerous world--maybe more dangerous than ever. This day points to how important it is that we don’t forget those who served or currently served in our Armed Forces.

“We all thank you for your service. Thank you and God bless you.”

Smith said more than 16 million service members helped defeat the Japanese in World War II. “The battles there demonstrated the skill and tenacity of our troops,” he said. “The wounds of war are often lifelong. Many GI’s suffered in silence after coming home. Now, they call it Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.”

Smith said his father fought in World War II. “Our Armed Forces members had deep, deep faith in God that they would prevail,” he said. “My dad never revealed an ounce of self-pity or regret. He was truly a part of the greatest generation – those who fought for us in World War II.” Jay Grunin led a round of applause for the member of the Armed Forces.

“United States military personnel take an oath that they will defend our nation,” he said.

“On June 26, 1917, our troops landed on the shores of France in World War I. It was a quagmire with millions of lives lost on both sides.

Toms River and Ocean County have the largest populations of veterans in the state. It’s fitting that this monument should be located here.”

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Protest: Continued From Page 1 “We are not recommending taking state aid from other districts in any way,” said Toms River Superintendent David Healy at a press conference held at High School South. 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 more wealthy 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

The Toms River Times, July 1, 2017, Page 5 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.

Brick Mayor John Ducey said at the press conference 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 a 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 $2.2 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.”

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

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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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Habitat: Continued From Page 1 it to Habitat for construction.

Soon, Katiria Rodriguez will move in with her two daughters, Kamiah, and Izabella.

This follows years of being on government assistance programs while working multiple jobs. She is currently renting a home in Brick, which was a step up from the transitional housing that she had been staying in while being essentially homeless.

The construction was made in part by partnering with the following organizations: Bywater Construction LLC, M&T Bank, Luminer Foundation, IGH Charitable Foundation, Inc., Wells Fargo and 100.1 WJRZ-FM. Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing ministry that works to construct permanent housing. The Northern Ocean County affiliate has completed 18 new affordable homes, 60 Hurricane Sandy critical home

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Northern Ocean Habitat also operates the ReStore, a furniture and home goods thrift store at 1201 Lakewood Road (Route 9) in Toms River. For more information, or to contribute time or funds, contact Habitat at programdirector@nohfh.com or at 732-228-7962, ext. 109 or visit nohfh.com/ donate-now. Interested parties are also encouraged to “like” Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity on Facebook.

Recovery International Meeting

TOMS RIVER – Recovery International is a free self-help mental health group that meets every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Toms River, 1070 Hooper Ave. in room 6.

This group offers understanding and

support for those who suffer from stress and tension, anxiety, panic, worry, anger, fears, sleep problems, depression, fatigue, feelings of helplessness, panic attacks and other emotional problems.

For more information, call 732-5575466 or visit recoveryinternational.org.

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Senate Passes “Peggy’s Law” Bill To Protect Seniors In Assisted Living

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-year-old 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 first 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: Ocean County Deserves Fair Flood Insurance

NEW JERSEY – Congressman MacArthur released the following statement after he voted to advance the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) reform package out of the House Financial Services Committee: Nearly, five years ago, Superstorm Sandy devastated the Jersey Shore. Ocean County - my home - was the epicenter of the storm and half of all NJ Sandy flood claims happened here. Even today, many families are still not back in their homes and are dealing with the effects of this storm because of mismanagement at FEMA. The terrible response to this storm coupled with an

opportunity to reauthorize and reform the NFIP are two big reasons why I sought a seat on the House Financial Services Committee during this Congress.

After joining the House Financial Services Committee, I was confronted with the harsh reality that many of my non-coastal colleagues wanted to gut the NFIP and put it on the path to extinction.

My goal has been to achieve a long-term reauthorization and reform the program so it serves flood-exposed citizens and coastal communities better.

During the legislative process, I fought to ensure that

every coastal resident and business has access to the flood program at affordable rates, to increase investment in mitigation and to instill more accountability at FEMA. I am particularly pleased with the following achievements that will help Jersey Shore residents: • A full five-year reauthorization.

• A g uarantee that all flood-exposed properties in participating communities, including new construction, can continue to participate in the program. I amended the bill to guarantee this since the original bill excluded new construction in special flood

hazard areas.

• A reduction in how high premiums can increase for homes built before flood maps were produced by the federal government. I am still working to bring rates down further before a floor vote.

• I successfully removed a harmful provision that would have punished homeowners who had suffered two losses of $1,000 by slapping them with a $5,000 deductible.

This deductible will now only apply to severe and extreme repetitive loss properties.

• I worked to add bill language prohibiting FEMA from hir-

ing disbarred attorneys, a practice that was rampant during the Sandy claims review process. People who aren’t qualified to practice law shouldn’t be hired to settle claims.

• I worked on doubling the Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) coverage from $30,000 to $60,000 to help residents elevate their homes and engage other strategies to protect against future flood risk. Importantly, the bill also authorizes the Director to pay ICC coverage amounts in advance of a loss, if mitigation efforts are likely to prevent

future covered losses.

• I worked to add amendment language to stop FEMA from imposing unfunded mandates on local mayors of flood-exposed communities.

The people whose lives were turned upside down by Sandy are ordinary Americans who pay their taxes and expect their government to be there when a natural disaster strikes. I’m grateful I was able to fight for them and work with the committee to reform and protect this vital program.

It’s my hope that now the entire Congress will act quickly to pass this bill.

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“Crown Castle is proposing to install a series of small cell wireless communications antennas on new proposed wood poles, all within existing rights-of-way throughout Toms River, Ocean County, NJ. Three antennas will be located on new proposed wood poles with an overall height of 34-feet 10-inches at the following approx. locations: 11 Thomas Street (39-57-37.872, -74-11-49.236), 68 Dayton Avenue (39-57-35.856, -74-11-41.676), and 105 Terrace Avenue (39-57-39.24, -74-11-12.156), Toms River, NJ 08753.

One antenna will be located on a new proposed wood pole with an overall height of 40-feet at the following approx. location: 949 RT 37 (39-58-27.12, -74-14-30.336), Toms River, NJ 08755. Crown Castle invites comments from any interested party on the impact of the proposed action on any districts, sites, buildings, structures or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and/or specific reason the proposed action may have a significant impact on the quality of the human environment. Specific information regarding the project is available by calling Kayla Ratliff at (314) 997-6111 during normal business hours. Comments must be received at 10845 Olive Blvd.

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Randi Hershkowitz Appointed Chief Nursing Officer Of RWJBarnabas Behavioral Health Center

TOMS RIVER – RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health Network has announced Randi Hershkowitz, RN-BC, BSN as Chief Nursing Officer for RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility.

In the nursing profession for 29 years, Hershkowitz began her career in critical care nursing and dedicated the past 27 years to behavioral health.

Most recently, she served as Director for Case Management for RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health Network. Prior to that, she served as Program Director for Behavioral Health Services at Clara Maass Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, where she was responsible for all behavioral health clinical services.

Before joining RWJBarnabas Health, Hershkowitz served as Administrative Director of Behavioral Health at CarePoint Health System where she was responsible for the inpatient, outpatient, and grant-funded mental health programing.

Her extensive experience also includes working as a Nursing Care Coordinator at University Correctional Health Care/UMDNJ, and Charge Nurse for the child/adolescent psychiatric unit at

Trinitas Hospital.

Hershkowitz, of West Orange, is on the Board of Directors for the Mental Health Association of Passaic.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from State University of New York at Binghamton and is currently completing her Masters of Science in Nursing from Aspen University. Hershkowitz is board certified in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing by the ANCC.

Bob Cuthbert Photography Exhibit

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library is pleased to announce that it will host Bob Cuthbert Photography during the month of July in the Toms River Branch’s McConnell Gallery.

Bob became interested in photography when he enrolled in an introductory class while attending college. His work has been featured in books, calendars and in Ocean and Monmouth County Tourism magazines, as well as at Six Flags Great Adventure and the Wells Fargo

Arena in Philadelphia.

Bob said, “I primarily enjoy shooting landscapes and seascapes along the Jersey Shore.

Long exposure and HDR photography are some of my interests.”

Bob Cuthbert Photography is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library at 732-349-6200, ext. 5100, or visit our website at theoceancountylibrary.org.

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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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TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Township Department of Public Works and the Recycling Convenience Center will be closed on July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Recycling and garbage collections will be postponed one day with Friday’s garbage collected on Saturday, July 8.

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Bowling Tournament Organized By St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church

TOMS RIVER – The all new Northeast Regional Collegiate Challenge, sponsored by Solar Source in Brick and Playdrome Lanes of Toms River, will be held on January 20, 2018 at Playdrome Lanes.

This year’s event, sanctioned by the USBC – Collegiate Division, will feature one squad, a 7-game team block starting at 9 a.m., with registration and check in at 8 a.m. An awards ceremony will follow immediately after Game 7. As Chief Sponsor, Solar Source will donate $1,000 and Playdrome will donate $500 in scholarship money for the collegiate bowlers.

The first place team will receive $1,000 scholarship money and the second place team will take home $500 in scholarship money.

Additionally, the tournament will feature

team trophies for first and second place, as well as individual first and second place high game and high series medals. All competing teams can earn team rankings for collegiate competition, as well as points recognition.

The entry fee is $150 per team, and collegiate bowlers can practice during tournament week at Playdrome Lanes for just $2.50 per game anytime.

We invite all collegiate bowling teams across the country to consider this wonderful opportunity to represent your school in a localized, regional and competitive event that promises to be one for the ages. For further information, please call Playdrome Lanes directly at 732349-5345 or William Bodine III – Tournament Director at 732-814-6683.

Reminder For Parents Of Incoming Kindergarteners

TOMS RIVER – Important reminder to parents/guardians of incoming kindergarten students: If you have a child who will be turning five by October 1, 2017 and are planning to enroll in the Toms River Regional School District’s full day kindergarten program, you must register by July

17. Any students registered after July 17 will not be guaranteed placement in their home school.

Please visit our Central Registration Department at 54 Washington Street between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., Monday through Wednesday.

For further questions, call 732-505-2600.

Seashore Fundraiser

TOMS RIVER – Silver Ridge Park East will host “A Touch of the Seashore” fundraiser on September 23 at 1 p.m. at the Clubhouse, 979 Edgebrook Drive North. Doors open at 12 p.m.

The event will feature a hot buffet catered

by Mulberry Street and gift auction. Tickets cost $20 and can be purchased in the office Monday through Friday starting July 3. No tickets will be sold at the door.

For more information, call Pat at 609-5756813 or Carol at 732-240-7722.

Toms River Seaport Society Wooden Boat Festival

TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Seaport Society will host a Wooden Boat Festival on Saturday, July 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine, at Huddy Park, at the corner of Water and Main Streets.

There will be free family fun, including antique and classic boats, maritime artists

& crafts, music and food, pirates and pirate shows, and an opportunity for kids to build and sail model boats.

For more information, visit tomsriverseaport. org or call 732-349-9209. The festival is funded in part by a grant from the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

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“Beat The Heat” Booklet For Seniors Citizens

OCEAN COUNTY – When the mercury rises and the dog days of summer return, Ocean County’s senior citizens can find relief through the county’s annual ‘Beat the Heat’ booklet.

“Our annual ‘Beat the Heat’ booklet has been updated for 2017 and is available free of charge from the Ocean County Office of Senior Services,” said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “This publication provides our residents with a wealth of information to help them do just what the title says – beat the heat.”

The booklet offers helpful hints on keeping cool during the summer’s hottest days and provides listings of various outreach programs.

“With more than 166,000 seniors calling Ocean County home, it’s important they are prepared for the summer heat,” said Vicari, who serves as chairman of Senior Services “Our office is providing a useful guide that touches on a number of topics so our seniors can have a safe, happy and healthy summer season.”

Seniors can also access many nutrition sites and outreach programs throughout Ocean County.

“Beat the Heat” lists locations and telephone

numbers for many of these programs which can be found in Brick, Berkeley, Manchester, Long Beach, Stafford and Toms River townships. Transportation is available for those who need it.

There are also tips on how to keep your body hydrated, signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, ways to stay cool, precautions to take on hot days, warm weather food care tips and ways to avoid heat related illness, he said.

“The publication also includes information on caring for your pets in hot weather,” Vicari said. “Many of our seniors have cats and dogs and it’s important to make sure attention is paid to the needs of the animal to keep them safe and healthy during warm weather.”

“The summer season is a great time of year to get outdoors and enjoy all that Ocean County has to offer,” said Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little. “But we also have to realize it’s important to know our limits when participating in warm weather activities.”

To learn more about how to protect yourself from the heat this summer, the “Beat the Heat” pamphlet is available online at co.ocean.nj.us// WebContentFiles//Beat_the_Heat_2017.pdf or by calling Senior Services at 732-929-2091.

Donate Cell Phones For Soldiers

OCEAN COUNTY – Donate your used cell phone and help out a worthy cause.

Nancy Seibert has been collecting for “Cell Phones for Soldiers” since 2006. She has combined forces with the Berkeley-based “Support the Troops” project and Lloyd Mullikin, who has been sending packages overseas since 2004.

Over the past six years these projects have worked closely together collecting phones, and mailing packages which include the calling cards to our troops overseas.

Cell phones are collected in any condition and sent to a recycler. The profits from the recycling are sent to the organization headquarters in Massachusetts to purchase 60-minute call-

ing cards for our troops overseas so that they may keep in contact with their families during their deployment.

To date, there have been over 15,000 phones collected and over 54,000 free 60-minute calling cards donated through these efforts to date.

There are various drop sites throughout the area so that donors can drop their phones in them.

The group is also accepting names of soldiers serving overseas to send them calling cards.

Provide their name, rank, and military mailing address to mail them a package along with the calling cards.

For more information, contact Nancy Seibert at 732-606-6040.

Kids Travelin’ Tennis Lessons

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will offer a “Travelin’ Tennis Program” this summer.

These tennis classes include instructions, use of tennis rackets and balls. Pre-registration is mandatory and rain days cannot be rescheduled. The fee is $14 per child and all classes are usually held Mondays through Thursdays.

To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please provide name, address and daytime telephone number, along with program # when registering.

Lakewood – July 3 to 7 (no class 7/4) at Ocean County Park Program # 223326-1B from 9 to 9:45 a.m.

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Ship Bottom – July 10 to 13 at 6th Street Program #233492-5C from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.

Beach Haven – July 17 to 20 at Pearl Street and Bay Ave. Program # 233492-5D from 10 to 11 a.m.

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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity closed on its 18th affordable home, and its owner will soon move in.

More than 40 members of the community attended the closing ceremony on First Avenue.

It’s built on a 40x100-square-foot lot. Since it was undersized, it could not be built on under normal circumstances. Therefore, the township donated it to Habitat for construction.

Soon, Katiria Rodriguez will move in with her two daughters, Kamiah, and Izabella. This follows years of being on government assistance programs while working multiple jobs. She is currently renting a home in Brick, which was a step up from the transitional housing that she had been staying in while being essentially homeless.

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ing with the following organizations: Bywater Construction LLC, M&T Bank, Luminer Foundation, IGH Charitable Foundation, Inc., Wells Fargo and 100.1 WJRZ-FM. Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing ministry that works to construct permanent housing. The Northern Ocean County affiliate has completed 18 new affordable homes, 60 Hurricane Sandy critical home repairs and more than 147 home repairs. Northern Ocean Habitat also operates the ReStore, a furniture and home goods thrift store at 1201 Lakewood Road (Route 9) in Toms River. For more information, or to contribute time or funds, contact Habitat at programdirector@nohfh.com or at 732-2287962 ext. 109, or visit nohfh.com/donate-now.

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Ocean County Hunger Relief, Feeding Those In Need

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 –Photo by Sara Grillo of giving,” the organization is Students from Donovan Catholic High School volunonly limited by its resources.

When it comes to food, Latif teered in the OC Huger Relief thrift shop. gets regular calls from case workers about men said, adding that it’s all about treating people and women in the community who haven’t with dignity “Who we really are is who we eaten in days. She can then arrange immedi- are inside.” ate food delivery through one of OC Hunger She said she gets a lot of veterans who come Relief’s 26 food pantries, located in churches in every day, and recently helped an elderly around the county. Homeless people in the veteran who went from sleeping on a floor community will also come in to the center to being booked to a veteran’s clinic and in a either alone or with case workers. Latif said hospital bed. Part of the problem, she added, is the first thing she’ll do is get them a glass of that people look at the homeless situation like water and ask what their favorite thing is to eat. it’s too big to look at, so then nobody wants to She said her goal is to help those who might deal with it. “It’s too much to deal with it, so be going through temporary hardships, for ex- then nobody does anything.” ample, someone who lost their job and housing She said there’s over 300 churches in Ocean at the same time, and people who want to get County, and that they all have different visions. out of their homeless situation. In nutshell – Some might want to work with the elderly, helping those who want to be helped. those recently released from prison, people One advantage Latif has is a track record. with drug problems, homeless, etc. If they all She’s been serving the needy in Ocean Coun- worked together and focused on their vision, ty for over 36 years, and with that comes it might not be so much to deal with. relationships – with local churches, veterans’ Speaking of homeless encampments, such as clinics, mental health groups, case workers and Lakewood’s infamous “Tent City” a few years government services. ago, and another called Destiny’s Bridge that High school students from Donovan Catholic recently took root in Howell, Latif said there High School in Toms River were in the massive are plenty of homeless people who still want OC Hunger Relief thrift shop recently, donating out of their situation, and there are always more canned goods, dusting furniture and helping people who want out than those who want in. a customer load a couch they purchased into How can you help relieve hunger in Ocean their car.

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“Last time we actually spent the whole day Volunteer: OC Hunger Relief is run primarily here because all of us were just having so by volunteers, and it’s always looking for more. much fun and we wanted to get the whole Youth groups, corporations, retired or unemroom clear,” said student volunteer Kaitlyn ployed citizens and people who need to fulfill Annecchino. “We finished one whole entire community service obligations are all welcome room, separated and organized it, and everyone to volunteer their time in the thrift shop or as else was in the food pantry sorting everything.” outreach coordinators.

The thrift shop is neatly separated into sections Donate: The most in demand donations right that are maintained daily by volunteers. Furni- now are clothes, non-perishable food and ture – dressers, kitchen tables, chairs, end tables money. Truck pick-up can be arranged for and desks – takes up almost half the room, with furniture, large loads of clothing, household a line of couches and pictures down the middle, and specialty items. Cars, jewelry, art, real and food, clothes, toys and bikes filling out the estate and collectibles are also tax deductible rest of the warehouse. Most clothes are sold for and publicly acknowledged. $1, although wedding dresses are a bit more.

Food Drives: Food is at the core of this operVolunteer Alicia also helped show customers ation, and individuals and groups are encouraround the shop and rung up their purchases aged to host food drives for OC Hunger Relief that day. Items sold help buy more food to feed and its network of food pantries.

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If you’re still not sure where to start, an open Latif’s vision for OC Hunger Relief is to help house is being held on June 15 from 4 to 6 motivate those who want to get out of their p.m. at OC Hunger Relief headquarters, 21 homeless situation, and say to them: “let’s start Germania Station Road (Between BJ’s and working this thing out.”

Mule Road). Stop by the thrift shop, bring She said that often, the homeless and less donations, sign up to volunteer and learn about fortunate are treated with disrespect, and that some of the wonderful ways you can help your if you keep allowing yourself to be treated like neighbors in need. dirt, you start losing your confidence.

For more information, visit ochunger “There’s a lot of people out here that have relief.org, call 732-505-4357 or email ochrehad unforeseen circumstances hit them,” she lief@yahoo.com.

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FORKED RIVER – The Ocean Cares Foundation’s Clam Bake For A Cause is on July 22 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Latitudes, 361 East Lacey Road.

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Celebrates: Continued From Page 1 much enough to end a town. It would be hard to imagine those ruins, in a township made up of 100,000 people today. A town with 18 public schools. A town with a six-lane highway running through the middle of it.

A town where a significant battle of the Revolutionary War was staged in a location that is now home to a downtown area and a public park. And it was at the re-opening of that park that about a hundred people came to celebrate the township’s Semiquincentennial Celebration, honoring 250 years since it was incorporated as its own municipality on June 24, 1767.

Walking paths striped patches of lawn.

Benches looked out over waterways. Silhouettes of patriot soldiers, designed by local art students, guarded the entranceways. Gazebos acted as centerpieces where people gathered.

Many local officials gave praise to the founding fathers, and those who are in power now. Mayor Thomas Kelaher, Senator Tom MacArthur, and Assemblyman Greg McGuckin were among the speakers, and a letter from Gov. Chris Christie was read.

The Old Barracks Fife and Drum Corps performed the National Anthem, as well as a few other period pieces. That wasn’t the only music, though. The crowd sang “Happy Birthday” to the town and had a cake decorated with images of Toms River’s history.

The park was rededicated with the Captain Joshua Huddy Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The Boy Scouts of America “Order of the Arrow” served as Color Guard.

There was a quick thunderstorm that morning, but by the time of the ceremony, there were blue skies and a heavy wind that served as a reminder of the past storm.

F. Mark Mutter, the township clerk and historian, put the 250 years in perspective. Originally, Toms River was part of Shrewsbury. Too large to govern or travel adequately in the 18th century, the residents petitioned their leaders to be split off and given autonomy. There were three ways this could be done: by an act of king or queen, by an act of their court, or by the state assembly.

They chose the last one. In Januar y of 1767, a group of business owners made their petition, citing “many and great difficulties.” It took five months for the decision to be made at the next

Community Yard Sale

TOMS RIVER – The Silver Ridge Park East Clubhouse, 979 Edgebrook Drive, will hold a community yard sale on July 15 at 9 a.m. Food will be available. Vendors wanted and tables cost $15. Call 732-244-0858 for more information.

The Toms River Times, July 1, 2017, Page 17 meeting of the assembly. The original dimensions of the town were not as they are now. Dover, as it was then called (renamed Toms River in 2006), reached as far as the Metedeconk River to the north and Oyster Creek to the south, the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the border of Burlington Count y to the west. It was 282,000 acres. Still a large municipality, but more manageable by comparison. “It was all of modern day northern Ocean County,” he said.

As the Revolutionary War was winding down, there were still a few skirmishes here and there, Mutter explained. Either news hadn’t reached the soldiers yet, or people were settling grudges. Toms River became the site of a battle that almost derailed peace talks in Paris.

Since Toms River had a salt works at Shelter Cove, the block house on Robbins Street, and privateers hitting British ships, the British drew a bullseye on the town. Already, they had attacked twice and lost. The patriots asked for help and they got Joshua Huddy. He was sent from Shrewsbury to defend Toms River. He had a bit of a reputation. He was a privateer on the vessel the Black Snake. He engaged in quite a few land battles as well.

“He had, for a long time, been a trouble maker for the British,” he said.

In 1782, the British troops, not accepting defeat, docked their warship The Arrogant near the present day Mathis Bridge to Seaside Heights and marched down to Toms River. They killed 9 soldiers and captured Huddy. Later, he was hung without trial.

“Not content with a military victory, the burned the town,” he said. Only two buildings survived the ambush.

The patriots lost the battle but won the war for independence. “It was David versus Goliath and David ultimately won,” he said.

Dover, of course, rebuilt, and 68 years later it became the county seat.

“No other town in America can say they faced utter defeat and destruction to become the county seat all within one lifetime,” he said.

Today, either by fire or the passage of time, those buildings are gone, with monuments serving as a reminder of the past violence. At the end of the ceremony, doves were released to symbolize peace.

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Don’t just take sleeping pills to knock yourself out, consider the impediments to sleeping like a baby and fix those. Here are 7 reasons you don’t sleep like a baby: 1. Timing: If you’re accidentally taking stimulating medication at night instead of the morning, you will not sleep well.

A fellow gym-rat told me she takes her Synthroid at 7 p.m. and my neighbor uses his Albuterol (ashtma inhaler) at bedtime. Both of these medications are ideally taken in the morning because they will keep you up at night. That said, if you wake up some nights coughing, or with chest tightness, you could certainly use your inhaler at night, but bronchodilators that are prescribed for general maintenance are best used during daytime hours.

2. Medical Conditions: What if you have Hashimoto’s or Graves’ disease? Both of these conditions cause erratic changes in thyroid hormone which can block sleep.

Untreated acid reflux is another common cause for poor, unrefreshing sleep. Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease cause disruptions in the natural sleep-wake cycle and if you are in the beginning stages, you may not even realize you have these conditions brewing. Type 2 diabetes will disturb your sleep due to the frequent urges to urinate.

3. Allergies. You might think I’m simply referring to hay fever, and while that

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4. Temperature: Personally if it’s too hot, I can’t sleep. I like the bedroom cold, but Sam likes it warm and cozy, so on cold, snowy Colorado nights I leave our window open but I give Sam a microwaveable hot pack.

5. Chronic pain: Only 36 percent of chronic pain sufferers enjoy regular, good sleep according to the National Sleep Foundation.

6. Green Tea: It makes some people alert due to the minor caffeine content.

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Dear Joel

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Dear Joel, My friend is very superstitious. If the stars aren’t “right” she will cancel our plans. Once we were late for our dinner reservation because we had to turn back home when she realized she forgot her charm bag. She’s a loyal friend and we share a great many belly laughs when we can get together, but I feel like I’m second fiddle to an astrology chart. How can I get her to put this mumbo jumbo aside?

Irene, Waretown Dear Wishful, This is a dilly. Personally, I don’t let the planets plan my projects, but I know there are some people who really put a lot of stock in those things.

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that she is a loyal, joyf ul friend whose company you enjoy. That is worth a lot.

It’s certainly worth more than being frustrated over her star worship. Some people have kids or spouses or pets who affect their plans; your friend has the zodiac. I think you’ll have to accept her fascination and be patient with her. I doubt you’ll be able to talk her out of it, so wait until the stars align and enjoy the good times with your galaxy gal pal.

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The very necessary but intensive part of your quest to close on your new home will be providing your mortgage representative with all of the financial records and additional information they require. Equally, during a re-finance of your existing home, many of the financial records will be required. In either of these situations, the process is started by the application process and moves through the underwriting process until the loan is clear to close. During this time period which may span from 30 days to several months, depending on the complexity of the loan program, there are several things to remember as to not hinder a smooth closing, which your Attorney can assist with.

First, as an applicant, you never want to open new credit cards, switch credit card balances to new credit cards, or make large purchases on existing credit cards. Even the smallest of purchases on a new card may open up a much larger available line of credit. This is important to remember when you are paying for movers or looking to purchase new appliances and/ or furniture for your new home. All of these actions can disrupt your income to debt ratio which can be a major obstacle in getting to that clear to close position. Make sure prior to utilizing any credit that it is discussed with your Attorney and mortgage representative to avoid delays in obtaining clearance to close your loan.

Second, in a situation where you may be re-financing your existing home or purchasing a home that requires repairs prior to closing, make sure all home improvements/repairs that may be on going are complete prior to the appraisal being performed. One of the steps of any loan is to have a formal appraisal complet-

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Third, it is important to make sure you are prepared for closing and have enough money saved to bring to the closing table. At the time of closing there are lender costs and third party costs, such as payments to insurance companies, surveyors, title companies, home owner associations, tax office, municipal utilities, and many more, which must be paid at closing. It is important to communicate with your Attorney and mortgage lender to review all of your closing costs that you will be responsible for at the time of closing.

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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 workers and eight substation electricians that are members of the fi rst 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.

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New #77 Distracted Driving Initiative Reaches 1,000-Call Milestone

NEW JERSEY – Attorney General Christopher S. Porrino and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety announced today that two months after the unveiling of a rebranded #77 program, designed to combat increased incidents of distracted driving, the state has received more than 1,000 calls reporting distracted drivers on New Jersey roadways.

The #77 program, first instituted in 1995 to combat aggressive driving, was expanded in April in a unique initiative to deal with a significant increase in deaths along New Jersey roadways. The Division of Highway Traffic Safety said the increase – from 562 in 2015 to 603 in 2016 – was due in part to the burgeoning numbers of distracted drivers.

The new initiative opened up #77 to callers reporting drivers using cell phones or otherwise driving distracted. In addition, the New Jersey State Police has sent letters, where possible, to those reported. The letters warn motorists that their vehicles have

CREAM RIDGE – Pitties & Pals Rescue, Inc. will hold its fi rst annual Putting For Pooches golf classic to raise money for its rescue efforts on Friday, October 6 at Gambler’s Ridge Golf Club in Cream Ridge.

Pitties & Pals Rescue, Inc. is a New Jersey based 501c3, whose mission is to rescue dogs that are in danger of being euthanized from local animal shelters and to educate the public. Although their main focus is the bully breed, they are committed to all dogs in need. They do not have a facility so their dogs are either in foster homes or boarding which requires much

been spotted being driven dangerously or by a distracted driver and informed them of the penalties if caught by police. As of June 6, 1,071 calls about distracted drivers have been received, and 632 letters have been mailed.

Reaching the 1,000-call mark within two months indicates how successful the program has been so far.

“We always said that if we could save one life with this program, it would be worthwhile,” said Attorney General Porrino. “Now New Jerseyans know fi rst-hand that the entire state is paying attention and will not tolerate those who create dangerous conditions on our roads because they can’t wait to use or can’t put down their cell phones.”

In addition to the 1,000 calls, a statewide crackdown on distracted driving, funded in part by grants from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, resulted in 15,292 summonses for cell phone use/texting and another 7,003 for careless

driving. Also, law enforcement agencies participating in the program issued 8,284 summonses for speeding and 7,343 for summonses for seat-belt law violations.

“The UDrive. UText. UPay. program helped to spread the word that police are taking seriously the impact that unsafe driving has on the public,” said Gary Poedubicky, Acting Director of the Division of Highway Traffic Safety. “Our hope is that those ticketed and those made aware that the police are watching will slow down, pay attention to the road and perhaps save their own lives and the lives of others.”

Fatalities on New Jersey roadways have decreased 7.4 percent, year-to-date, from 229 in 2016 to 212 in 2017, according to New Jersey State Police statistics last updated on June 6.

More than $1.2 million in federal grants were delivered to 188 police agencies to help fund the overtime enforcement efforts associated with the UDrive. UText. UPay.

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Registration and check-in will begin at 11:30 a.m. The driving range will be open prior to the start of the shotgun tournament at 1 p.m.

The entry fee for each golfer for the October 6 event is $125, which includes both lunch and dinner. Hole Sponsorships are available for $100 each, as well as lunch dinner and beverage sponsorships.

Individuals who do not wish to golf may make a $35 donation and attend a buffet dinner at 6 p.m. There will also be a 50/50 raffle, prizes and other raffles.

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ing qualified fosters and adopters for dogs of all breeds. All costs associated with the care of the dog are paid for by Pitties & Pals during the fostering process, including, food, vet care, etc.

We are also in need of volunteers to help us achieve our goals. As a volunteer, there are many things you can do and there is something for everyone! Also, if you are willing to make a donation, Pitties and Pals relies strictly on donations from the public. They are instrumental in helping our rescue grow and all amounts are welcome. We encourage you to help save a life by fostering or adopting a dog in need.

crackdown, according to the Division. The crackdown, which ran from April 1 to April 21, was part of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

The #77 calls are answered in the call room of the New Jersey State Police Regional Operations and Intelligence Center in West Trenton. The calls are then forwarded to the local police agency with jurisdiction, which in certain circumstances can respond to the call and, if the behavior is witnessed, issue a summons. If the license plate of the alleged dangerous driver is gathered, a letter detailing the time and place of the observed offense is sent to the vehicle owner’s home.

This does not mean that those who spot distracted drivers should text while driving themselves. Those making a report must either pull over in order to make the call, use a hands-free device or have a passenger in the vehicle make the call. Pedestrians, of course, may call #77 as well. Only report what you see when it is safe to do so.

For more information and for online registration for the golf outing and sponsorships, or to learn more about Pitties & Pals Rescue, Inc., please visit pittiesandpals.com. For questions regarding the golf outing, please contact Bonnie Barrington at 732-814-9889.

If you are interested in fostering or adopting, please email us at PittiesAndPalsRescue@yahoo.com. You can also check out our website at PittiesandPals. com or Facebook @PittiesandPalsRescue where you can view the dogs available for foster/adoption and our upcoming fundraising events.

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Caregiver Volunteers Host Dancing With Their Stars Fundraiser

LAKEWOOD – It was an exciting night as supporters of Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (CVCJ) attended the 3rd Annual Dancing With Their Stars fundraiser. The competition was fierce as contestants knew every step would give more seniors in Ocean and Monmouth County the chance to remain independent in their own homes.

The competition took place at the Eagle Ridge Golf Club –Photo courtesy John Wilkens in Lakewood and fea- CVCJ hosted the 3rd Annual Dancing With Their Stars fundtured a dream team of raiser. community leaders from both nonprofit and business organiza- Mark Malinowski, founder of SocialTrend tions. The Jay & Linda Grunin Foundation Internet Solutions was the event sponsor.

Valerie Jacoby and Charles Benjamin, “Seeing our community come together to co-workers at Harrogate Senior Living support our vulnerable residents is so heart- Community in Lakewood warming,” said Lynette Whiteman, CVCJ Malissa Smith of Brandywine Senior Living Executive Director. “It was an incredibly in Toms River and Chadd Smith, owner of fun night, but bottom line, we will be able Jersey Shore Electric in Point Pleasant to offer our free assistance to even more Liz Altilio from Senior Care of Brick and seniors because of everyone’s generosity.” Dan Altilio with United Way of Hudson After long days at work, the dancing duos County spent exhausting hours in the studios of Judges Panel: Shore DanceSport in Brick and Fred Astaire JAX, Celebrity Judge and American Idol Dance Studio in Manasquan where they Season 14 contestant learned from pros who donated their time Mary Hicks, CVCJ Octogenarian and expertise, so each pair had a fair chance Pat Scimeca, CVCJ Board of Directors to win the two Mirror Ball Trophies. Here Jim Buffum and Tara Cunningham, 2016 are the winners: “People’s Choice” Award Winners Mirror Ball 3rd Annual Dancing With CVCJ would like to thank this year’s genTheir Stars Competition Winners: erous sponsors for their support: The Jay Tracey & Roland Rodriguez, Clinic Direc- & Linda Grunin Foundation, Community tors and Physical Therapists for Atlantic Medical Center, Community Medical Staff, Physical Therapy Center in Toms River Preferred Home Care, HealthSouth, O’Brien and Lacey FH, Wells Fargo, Centra State, Atlantic MedMirror Ball People’s Choice Award Win- ical Imaging, H&R Block, Atlantic Physical ning Couple: Therapy Center, TD Bank, Rose Garden Kelly Fliller of The Jay & Linda Grunin Nursing & Rehab, CreativeClick Media and Foundation and Phil Brilliant, owner of Kiwanis Daybreak of Toms River.

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com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. tients, coupled with Hearing loss, unfortunately, 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 more manageable than ever. diagnosis and t reatment to T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. hawkin and Whiting, was the “Over the last few years, 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 top t wo to a function of “We don’t over three percent t he hea r i ng in the counloss that you schedule or double try,” said Dr. h a v e ,” D r . book, so people are Isidore Kirsh said. generally seen on time.” Kirsh – commonly Wit h r a re –Dr. Kirsh known as Dr. exception, Izzy – foundthe only way er 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 tute & University. for patients who are self-conThe 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. ears – as well as hearing loss “They can be 100 percent and balance issues. invisible, they can have BlueDr. 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 to inner ear disorders. television, even movies and “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.

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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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