2017-07-08 - The Southern Ocean Times by Jersey Shore Online

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By Sara Grillo HOWELL – From Jersey to L.A. and back again, Kevin Interdonato is a local movie star about to release his newest hit, which he stars in alongside Hollywood veteran Tom Sizemore, former boxing champion Ray “Boom-Boom” Mancini and Kevin O’Halloran of Clerks fame. Interdonato said he always knew he wanted to act.

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Spotlight On Government

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Opioid Epidemic Faces A New High By Sara Grillo OCEAN COUNTY – As summer takes hold in Ocean County and hot weather is finally on the rise, something else is also on the rise this time of year – drug use. The opioid epidemic is nothing new, but there are a few things that have changed, in both good and bad ways, over the past few years. There are also some things that have stayed the same. Ac-

cording to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, so far there have been 74 dr ug overdose deaths in the county this year, pending a few toxicology reports, which is the exact number we were at the same time last year. “I track it using the last two years and we’re sort of on the same pace as last year, and last year we had (Opioid - See Page 4)

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–Photo courtesy Kevin Interdonato Kevin Interdonato grew up in Howell, but moved out to L.A. to pursue his passion for acting and the movie business. (Right) Kevin Interdonato’s newest movie Bad Frank is available on iTunes and Amazon.

Cops: 7 Lakewood Couples Defraud Nearly $2 Million From Welfare Programs By Sara Grillo LAKEWOOD – In an ongoing investigation, six Lakewood individuals - three married couples were arrested after it was discovered they allegedly defrauded nearly $700,000 from Medicaid and government assistant programs by misrepresenting their incomes and receiving benefits that they and their families were not entitled to. As of press time, seven couples have been arrested in the investigation for collecting roughly $2 million in fraudulent benefits. The charges began with the arrest of two other married couples from Lakewood, who were arrested a day earlier for the same crime. All couples faced a detention hearing on June 28 in Ocean County Superior Court. According to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, they have since (Welfare - See Page 5)

–Photo courtesy Ocean County Prosecutor’s Ofﬁce Several Lakewood couples were charged with defrauding thousands of dollars from Medicaid and other government assistance programs.

Healthcare Rally Held In Downtown Toms River

–Photo courtesy Bob Vosseller A healthcare protest drew 20 people to Toms River Town Hall during the afternoon of June 28. By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – The sounds of protest songs with slightly altered lyrics served as the rallying cry against proposed healthcare repeal legislation in front of Toms River Town Hall on June 29. Priscilla Robinson of the New Jersey Organizing Project and speakers from Ocean County Family Planning, National Organization of (Rally - See Page 13)

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Opioid:

Continued From Page 1 209 overdose deaths,” said Prosecutor Joseph Coronato. He said drug use and overdoses tend to pick up during the summer, and then really start to spiral out of control starting in November, as the holidays approach. A New High One of the problems, and the bad news, is fentanyl. He said in 2014, the packets of heroin they came across had about 10 percent fentanyl. In 2015, that number rose to 30 percent, and in 2016, it shot up to 65 percent. “In 2017, some of the packets are totally fentanyl and not even heroin anymore,” said Coronato. “That is what I call the synthetic storm. That’s what’s really killing all these people. And that’s one reason why we’ve not been able to ‘curb the tides’ so to speak.” But it’s certainly not without trying. New Jersey law enforcement officers were the fi rst in the state to use the opioid reversal spray Narcan back in 2014, after Coronato and the Prosecutor’s Office saw that heroin deaths at the end of 2013 were doubling what they were the year before. In the first year that police officers used Narcan, the death rate dropped from 112 to 101. So far this year, Narcan has been sprayed 164 times to revive someone from an overdose. OORP to HARP to HART Coronato said that once officers started

using Narcan, they realized they would often be spraying the same person two or three times. To combat that, OORP was born. The Opioid Overdose Recovery Program allowed a recovery coach to come out to the hospital when someone was taken to the emergency room after a Narcan overdose revival. That person could then be clinically analyzed and talked to about detox, but most importantly, have an opportunity to go into a treatment program, and ultimately save their lives. Around 50 to 60 percent of people were seizing that opportunity and getting help. “But then it became apparent to me that the only way that we’re putting people into the program is that we almost had to overdose them and almost die,” said Coronato. Hence, Blue HART was born. The good news is that Blue HART – Heroin, Addiction, Recovery & Treatment, formerly known as HARP, is doing well. The program, which is now offered via the Brick, Manchester, Stafford and Lacey Police, allows drug users to turn themselves in at police headquarters and get addiction treatment without the fear of prosecution. So far, 165 people have been helped. Coronato said the program is really about making a difference in people’s lives and treating them like human beings. He receives letters from grateful family members about how thankful they are for the program now that their loved ones are in rehab and doing well. Recovery coaches are attached to participants in the

program, which will ideally lead to more success stories and give the Prosecutor’s Office an idea of what’s successful and what’s not. “We want to fi nd out what they’re doing, where they are, what their status is – because what we’re interested in is in outcomes. We’re not looking to prosecute anybody, what we’re looking to do is make a difference in that person’s life.” Expanding the program is on the horizon, but not without its challenges. Coronato said the program relies on detox beds and scholarships to stay afloat. Some people have medical insurance that pays for their treatment, but mostly it’s funded through scholarships from treatment centers that allow them to place individuals in a facility at no charge. “I can’t have somebody coming into a police station and us not fi nding a bed, saying we’ll come back in two, three days – it doesn’t work that way.” Adding to the substance abuse issues, he said often the individuals coming in for treatment may also have mental health, social, family or legal issues as well, which need to be assessed right away. So while other police departments in Ocean County are ready to hop on board, it’s not as simple as opening the floodgates. “The biggest problem is getting detox beds and then being able to get treatment,” he said.

Lacey Joins Forces Lacey Police is the latest department to join the Blue HART program. Chief Michael DiBella said he unofficially released the news the week of June 18 and had two people come in for help. “I’ve been really interested since the prosecutor put this together,” said Chief DiBella, adding that decreasing the heroin epidemic in Ocean County is something he’s been passionate about since he became police chief last year. He has seen officers throughout his police career struggle to interact with families who are dealing with a loved one using drugs because of so many unanswered questions. The same question would always come up: where do we go for treatment? There were issues with waiting lists for treatment centers or some facilities not taking insurance, or people who had tried to get their loved ones help but failed. He knew they needed to do something. Chief DiBella said that while Lacey doesn’t have more of a drug problem than any other town, it’s about providing availability for treatment, and he hopes that this time next year, other counties and towns in New Jersey will have hopped on board and perhaps set the tone for the whole country. “It’s just one more thing that I can do, that my police department can do, to decrease this heroin epidemic,” he said.

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Welfare:

Continued From Page 1 been released and the case will now move through the courts. Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato said in a press release, “Financial assistance programs are designed to alleviate family hardships for those truly in need. My office gave clear guidance and notice to the Lakewood community in 2015 of what is considered financial abuse of these programs. Those who choose to ignore those warnings by seeking to illegally profit on the backs of taxpayers will pay the punitive price of their actions.” The three couples who were arrested just prior to midnight on June 27 were: • Yitzchock and Sora Kanarek of Brisk Lane were charged with 2nd Degree Theft by Deception for wrongfully collecting approximately $339,002.56 in Medicaid, SNAP, HUD and SSI benefits between January 2009 and July 2014. • Chaim and Liatt Ehrman of Twin Oaks Drive were charged with 2nd Degree Theft by Deception for wrongfully collecting approximately $185,692.22 in Medicaid, SNAP, HEAP and Sandy benefits between

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The Southern Ocean Times, July 8, 2017, Page 5 January 2011 and December 2015 • William and Faigy Friedman of Leigh Drive were charged with 2nd Degree Theft by Deception for wrongfully collecting approximately $149,842.28 in Medicaid, SNAP, HEAP and HUD benefits between January 2011 and December 2015. The initial arrests of two couples announced on June 26 were: • Mordechai and Jocheved Breskin of Blue Jay Way were arrested and charged with 2nd Degree Theft by Deception for wrongfully collecting approximately $585,662 in Medicaid, SNAP, HUD and SSI benefits between January 2009 and December 2014. • Zalmen and Tzipporah Sorotzkin of Olive Court were arrested and charged with collecting approximately $338,642 in Medicaid, SNAP, HUD and SSI benefits between January 2009 and April 2014. It is alleged that the charged individuals misrepresented their incomes by claiming amounts that were low enough to benefit from the government programs, when their actual incomes were too high for them to quality. They also failed to disclose on the applications additional income they were receiving from other sources. While the five couples are being charged

by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office at the state level, four additional individuals were arrested by the FBI as part of an in depth review of government fi nancial assistance programs: Rachel and Mordechai Sorotzkin, and Yocheved and Shimon Nussbaum of Lakewood, were each charged in separate complaints with one count of conspiring to steal government funds. Over the course of three years, the Sorotzkins allegedly applied for and received Medicaid benefits for themselves and their children, while receiving a lump sum of $1 million from Rachel’s business in 2013, and also earning over $1 million in both 2012 and 2013, which they did not report to Medicaid officials. They continued to use Medicaid cards and ultimately defrauded the system of approximately $96,000 in taxpayer-funded medical assistance. The Nussbaum family applied for and received government health benefits during the same time period as the Sorotzkins – 2011 to 2014 – creating various companies that were said to be run by relatives, but were actually managed by the Nussbaums themselves so they could use funds from company bank accounts to cover personal expenses, according to police. The income

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from these various businesses – which was as high as $1.8 million in 2013 – was underreported in applications for Medicaid, Section 8 housing and SNAP food benefits, and the family received taxpayer-funded health, housing and food benefits amounting to $178,000. The two couples appeared before a judge in federal court in Trenton on June 27. Their conspiracy charges each carry a maximum potential penalty of up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine, or two times the gross gain or loss from the offense. “This operation highlights the success of federal, state and county cooperation in New Jersey’s effort to combat Medicaid and other government benefits fraud,” State Comptroller Degnan said in a press release. “My office will continue to ensure that only individuals and families truly in need of benefits receive them, and that those who choose to steal from New Jersey taxpayers are referred for prosecution.” Additional arrests and charges may result as the case moves through the legal process. If anyone has information about these incidents, they should contact Sergeant Mark Malinowski of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office at 732-929-2027.

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Barnegat Today: New Parks, Senior Development From The Desk Of

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Al Bille Al Bille, mayor of Barnegat, would like to update readers on what is going on in Barnegat Township. Parks and Recreation Project Playground (located on Bengal Boulevard

across from the Barnegat High School) has been completely and successfully renovated to the delight of Barnegat’s youth. Within the first week of Project Playground’s Grand Reopening, the township committee

welcomed over 400 children to the park. As part of the renovation, security lights and cameras have been installed to ensure the safety of Barnegat’s youth and to deter any potential vandalism that parks of this nature tend to attract. Some minor work still needs to be completed at Project Playground but it is fully functioning. Smaller parks in Barnegat Township have also been renovated, including Village Park, Bilge Park and Georgetown Park. Addi-

tionally, work has begun at the Beverly and First Street Parks. The Barnegat Township Committee is also pleased to report that recreational fields have been renovated as well and are largely complete. Including in the improvements are: soccer field lighting, Little League improvements and the fields located at Lower Shore Road, which contain several softball fields and a stadium grade football field now with bathrooms and concession

stands. All of this is making our youth proud of their home town.

Residential Community Growth Horton’s “Seacrest Pines,” a 347-unit adult community of single family homes west of the Horizons adult community on Route 554 is well underway and models are now being constructed, as is the clubhouse. Lennar’s (developer of Greenbriar in Waretown)

“Venue at Lighthouse” a 247-unit adult community of single family homes on Lighthouse Drive is also well underway with model currently being constructed. Commercial Growth A mixed-use commercial and senior housing complex on Lighthouse Drive is in the process of excavation and foundation work and citizens of Barnegat Township can expect to see steel in the sky by late summer or early fall.

If Horizon’s Surplus Is Excessive, Then Return Money To Policyholders – Not Trenton CAPITOL COMMENTS 9th Legislative District Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

N EW J ERSEY – Res p ond i ng t o mou nt i ng c om pl a i nt s f r om i r a t e con st it uent s rega rd i ng pending legislation that would raid surplus Hori-

zon Blue Cross/ Blue Sh ield f u n d s , S e n a t o r Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Ru mpf a nd A sse mblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

issued the following statement: “If Trenton contends that Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield is maintaining too much surplus, then why not just send it back to policyholders? “It’s because Trenton is not concerned about policyholders’ costs. There’s a different agenda at work. “This isn’t about transparency or reform. It’s an eg regious money g rab,

even by Trenton’s standards. “How is the state any better than Horizon if it takes and spends surplus funds that Trenton alleges were raised f rom overcharging policyholders? “Mysteriously, the $300 million amount sought by the Governor from Horizon cor relates with the same amount of money for

special projects being negotiated as part of a State Budget deal, including school funding. “W hat does a healt h insurance bill have to do with how school funding is distributed? “As if we needed any further proof that our state’s school funding formula is politicized and broken. “Our delegation won’t

be leveraged into acting against the interests of ou r const it uents u nder any circumstance. “ O f a l l t h e Tr e n t o n back room deals, this stands among the worse because of the shocking indifference show n toward policyholders and property taxpayers who are being sold out in this process.”

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Geriatric Institute To Present Program At Bartley Healthcare

JACKSON – Bartley Healthcare is partnering with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus (MMCSC) Geriatrics Institute to host an educational seminar on July 21 at 3 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room at Bartley’s campus, 175 Bartley Road. The presenters will be Claire Verruni, RN and Melanie Vernacchia, APN from Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus. Claire and Melanie will be discussing the benefits of the newly established Geriatrics Institute at MMCSC. They plan to discuss their capabilities and services, and how it can benefit Bartley and the rest of the community. The MMCSC Geriatrics Institute, which opened its doors in mid-November, provides integrated inpatient and outpatient geriatric services for patients 65 and older. The third floor of Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus houses the inpatient, outpatient, and community education aspects of geriatric med-

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icine, all in one location. Physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and audiologists will also be located on this floor to accommodate the needs of patients as they transition from inpatient to outpatient care. Further complementing the Geriatrics Institute are the Geriatric Emergency Medicine (GEM) Unit, created to meet the more complex needs of seniors in emergency care, and the Acute Care for Elders (ACE) Unit, an inpatient unit utilizing an interdisciplinary approach to collaboratively develop a patient-centered care plan. Anyone interested in attending this seminar should contact Lindsay Constantino, Marketing Coordinator at Bartley Healthcare, at 732-3704700, ext. 1368 or lconstantino@bartleyhealthcare.com by July 17. For over 31 years, Bartley Healthcare is a nationally recognized for its geriatric care, providing quality individual focused memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation and assisted living services for residents on its 25-acre campus in Jackson. Bartley Healthcare is Joint Commission accredited, with special certification for their Memory Care and Post-Acute Programs. For more information, visit the Bartley website: bartleyhealthcare.com or call today at 732370-4700.

Bunco Night Fundraiser

LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Bunco Night is on Wednesday, July 19 at 7 p.m. at John & Sonia’s Luncheonette, 978 Radio Road. Donation is $15 per person at door and includes free snacks and soda, 50/50 raffle and cash prizes. Everyone is invited, no experience needed! This is a fundraiser for local charities sponsored by the Zonta Club of Southern Ocean County.

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Ladies Catch Of The Day Fishing Tournament

FORKED RIVER – The Women’s Club of the Forked River Tuna Club will host the Annual Ladies Catch of the Day Fishing Tournament on July 15. The Women’s Division offers cash prizes for fluke, and a special Mermaid Division for young ladies 12 and younger will award prizes for fluke and crabs. No boat? No problem! Reservations can be made to fish on a party boat for the day. A mandatory Angler’s Meeting will be held on Friday, July 14 at 7 p.m. at the Forked River Tuna Club, 18 Bay Avenue. Refreshments will be available. All rules and regulations will be

reviewed. Tournament day begins at 7 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m. An Awards Picnic will be held on Sunday, July 16 at 12 p.m. at the Tuna Club. There is a special ‘Early Entry’ cash prize drawing, so register before July 1 to qualify. Great door prizes, giveaways and raffle prizes are included. Tickets for a special drawing for a $1,000 ShopRite gift card are on sale now and the winning ticket will be drawn at the Awards Picnic. More information, registration forms, rules and regulations are available at forkedrivertunaclub. com. For more information, call 609-276-3687.

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WARETOWN – The New York Botanical Garden 13th Annual Train Show is on Friday, January 12, 2018. Cost is $70 per person and includes admission to the grounds, Train Show and Conservatory. The Train Show Exhibit features over 100 replicas of historic New York buildings, all made from plant parts and other natural materials. Lunch is on your own. The Botanical Garden has two cafes: the Visitor Center Café and the Garden Café, located by the Conservatory.

Bus departs at 8:15 a.m. from the Community Center, 239 11th Street and arrives at 11:30 a.m. for the self-guided tour. Bus departs for Waretown at 3:30 p.m. and arrives back at approximately 5:45 p.m. A $30 deposit is required to reserve your space. Make checks payable to Township of Ocean Recreation. The balance of $40 is due on or before December 31. For more information, visit twpoceannj.gov/ recreation/2018/botanical-garden-form.pdf.

Stockton At Manahawkin Movie Monday Screening

MANAHAWKIN – Stockton University at Manahawkin will screen the film, “The New Black,” on Monday, July 17 at 1 p.m. as part of its Movie Monday series. The documentary tells the story of how the African-American community is grappling with the gay rights issue in light of the recent gay marriage movement and the fight over civil rights. At its conclusion, a brief discussion of the film will be held with adjunct instructor

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Continued From Page 1 “Growing up in Howell I always wanted to be an actor, I just wasn’t ready yet. I had to get a lot out of my system.” That meant growing up working in the family construction business, which his dad still runs, joining the Army National Guard his senior year at Howell High School and taking a couple semesters at Brookdale Community College. He started to study acting when he was 20, but had to hit the brakes in 2004 when he was called to a year-long tour of duty in Iraq. He served in a unit nicknamed “The Sadr City Dogs,” named for Sadr City, the worst ghetto of Baghdad, where he saw heavy combat.

After returning home safely, he said he wasn’t sure he still wanted to act. “It took some time, but I found my stride again, and eventually found my way back into the film business,” he said. Aside from many independent films, he also appeared in shows such as The Sopranos, Law & Order, CSI: NY and How To Get Away With Murder. After that, Interdonato said he had to make a choice and decided set out for Los Angeles in 2010 to continue acting and also start writing and producing, among what he described as an endless sea of other actors. “You’re surrounded by nothing but actors. It’s like people come from all over the world to go to L.A. to succeed,” he said. Ironically, his latest film Bad Frank, which he starred in, co-wrote and produced, was

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What’s Next? Interdonato has another film, Dirty Dead Con Men, coming out this fall, which he also wrote and produced, alongside his wife. He’s also recently been cast in the film Asbury Park, which is being filmed this fall in – you guessed it – Asbury Park. As for any writing projects? He’s working on Brusco, which he hopes to be shooting next year in Howell and the surrounding area. “I’m attracted to the work more than any specific genre,” he said, adding that he tends to get pegged for more “edgier” roles than anything else. “For the most part, this business is based on how you look.” While he said there’s still a lot of work to be had out in L.A., he and his wife, who he met there, will be splitting their time between the best of both worlds – La La Land and New Jersey. Follow or contact Kevin Interdonato on Twitter @KevinIntro, on Instagram @TheKevinIntro or on Facebook @KevinInterdonato.

“Bad Dogz” Concert At Lake Absegami

BASS RIVER – Bass River State Forest is hosting a free concert by “Bad Dogz” at the Lake Absegami beach breezeway on Saturday, July 15 at 8 p.m. Join Joe Wills and the rest of the “Dogz” for an evening of music under the stars that will include traditional bluegrass, gospel, Celtic and Ole-Timey music. The concert is free, but donations to the

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Continued From Page 1 Women, Citizens Action of NJ and the New Jersey State Industrial Union Council came out, along with members of the Solidarity Singers to get their message across. Their message: opposition to current plans to modify the Affordable Care Act. Part of the afternoon protest took aim at 3rd District Republican Congressman Tom MacArthur, who they urged to vote no when the bill gets back to the House of Representatives. Robinson and each of the speakers present asked constituents of Rep. MacArthur to contact him and request he cast a negative vote. In April, Rep. MacArthur revived the Healthcare Repeal bill by introducing a series of amendments. Since then, the bill was introduced in the Senate and the Senate Majority Leader hoped to vote on it prior to the July 4 recess. That vote was postponed and opponents of the Republican plan have expressed concerns about the impact of what is being proposed. “Forty percent of Ocean County residents are working poor. In Atlantic County it is nearly 50 percent and Monmouth County it is 30 percent. We need to protect essential health benefits and community health ratings. We need to protect Medicaid expansion because everyone deserves access to health care and the services we need to stay healthy,” Robinson said. “I want to speak about the negative aspect of this on women and girls and their families. Even the President described the House version as mean. I’d describe it as mean and

The Southern Ocean Times, July 8, 2017, Page 13 sneaky. In this legislation there is a provision that denies any federal funding to Planned Parenthood for one year. Now you know that if they can get away with it for one year it will become an annual event,” Lynda Fote of Ocean County NOW said. Kathy Fisher from Family Planning said, “Many women in Ocean County who receive health care at a Family Planning Center is the only care they receive.” She added that Family Planning provides educational services aimed at youth concerning reproductive health. “The whole purpose of a Family Planning program is to keep women healthy, offer preventative health care and to make sure that when a woman becomes pregnant it is an intended pregnancy not an unintended pregnancy.” “We are here to take a stand for healthcare not wealth care. Unfortunately, Congress has a different idea. They are not voting in the Senate this week but we know that the fight is not over,” Carol Gay of the NJ State Industrial Union Council said. A statement from Congressman MacArthur’s office on June 29 noted that, “Obamacare is failing and if Congress does not act, millions of people will suffer. Congressman MacArthur supports a fiscally responsible bill which lowers premiums, increases Medicaid spending, and provides a safety net for the most vulnerable. He believes the status quo is unacceptable since it does not address how to adequately insure the 28 million Americans, who currently receive no health insurance. While others continue to engage in smear tactics and fear-mongering, Congressman MacArthur will continue to focus on solutions to the big issues facing our nation.”

Lacey Lions And Central Regional Eagles Faced Off In Alumni Game

–Photo courtesy Berkeley Township LACEY – Lacey Mayor Peter Curatolo and Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato presented the Mayor’s Plaque to the winning team of the 2nd Annual Alumni Football Game – Central Regional High School. The final score was 13-3. The Golden Eagles football alumni faced off against Lacey Lions football alumni in the charity event. The Lions won last year’s game with a score of 23-7.

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7 Genius Home Remedies For Bug Bites By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. You know when you have one of those awkward moments that you think could go viral, if only someone had a camera on you? Well, recently, my friend was outside when a bug swooped from above and descended down her V-neck shirt. Faster than you can say “bugger” she was stung or bit on not one… but both of her breasts. It then dropped out the bottom of her shirt and flew away. What followed was a lawn dance the likes of which her neighbors have never seen. The chaos that ensued could’ve gone viral if someone had a phone handy. So I said to her, “Did you apply meat tenderizer? Ammonia?” She said no, but was grateful that she had taken some Benadryl at 3 a.m. that morning to help with insomnia. She suspects (and I agree) that the inflammation and pain could have been much worse. We joked about her story and dubbed it “One Bee, Two Boobs.” So what do you do if you are stung or bitten by a nasty little critter? There are a host of remedies for insect attacks and other summer “owwies” that you can find at your local pharmacy, or in your kitchen. Oatmeal. Put quick-cooking or rolled oats into a food processor or coffee grinder to make a fine powder. Mix that with a small amount of water to make a paste. Apply this paste to your sting. You can also take a bath with oatmeal for all-over itch relief. Black Tea. Put a cold tea bag on the bite site for 5

minutes. The naturally-occurring “tannins” in tea are what make it bitter, but these tannins also draw the poison out and ease discomfort. English Breakfast Tea is high in tannins. Vinegar. Use white or apple cider vinegar. Mix it 50/50 with water and use a cotton ball to dab the mixture to your sore for instant itch relief. Meat Tenderizer. This contains papain which breaks up poisons from insect venom. Sprinkle about 1/2 teaspoon into a little cup and add some water, perhaps a teaspoon or two just to make a paste and dab directly onto the bite. The sooner after you get stung, the better! Ammonia. Insect venom is usually acidic and ammonia is alkaline so this neutralizes the poison, and is best applied as soon as possible to the bee or wasp sting. Some people recommend to dab it on straight, others suggest to dilute 50/50 with water. Ice Cubes. It’s super effective at reducing inflammation and numbing the area. Just wrap a cube in a paper towel and apply for 5 or 10 minutes. Ice feels nice on bites! Toothpaste. The menthol in toothpaste makes for a nice cooling sensation while reducing swelling. Just apply a thin layer and let it dry. If you’d like to read a longer version of this article with more natural and inexpensive home remedies, sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email it to you.

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Registered Nurse – The Pines at Whiting is looking for two compassionate RN’s to provide care to residents in our skilled nursing/rehab community. Minimum 1-2 years experience required as well as experience with EMR. One RN 7-3 (32 hours a week e/o w/e), and one RN 3-11 (16 hours a week e/o w/e). The 32 hour week position offers full benefits. For immediate consideration apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732849-2047 or email resume to rscully@ thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (30)

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)

Misc. 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)

Yard Sale July 15 & 16 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2 Nelson Ct. Holiday City Carefree. TV, radios, Disney, China, steins, kitchen items, xmas, luggage, bedroom set, glassware and more. (30)

Items For Sale Oak Dining Room Set - Table with 2 12-inch leafs, 6 chairs with China cabinet hutch, $600. 732-928-4605. (27)

Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) 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)

Live-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! Full Time 3-11. 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. (32) Now Hiring in Chatsworth - General Laborers & F/L Operators Needed at Ocean Spray! $11/hr! Mandatory OT = more $$$ in your pocket! Long-term work & bonuses! Call 609-387-2900 today! (30) Job Fair - Wednesday, July 12, 2017, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Immediate interviews. Food Service: PT Waitstaff, Dietary Aides, and Utility Aides(Day and evening shifts). Light refreshments will be served! We have openings for caring, hardworking individuals looking to make a difference in our community Stop in and see what a great place this is to work! The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 – 732-849-2047. (29) 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)

Help Wanted

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)

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)

Bus Driver - CDL with passanger certification SRPE courtsey bus call 732-505-1081. Leave message call returned to arrange interview. (30)

P/T Teller - For busy check cashing store in Toms River. Must have banking experience. Reliable 45 years or older person. Call Michele 732-513-5347. (28) 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) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (39) 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. (29) Experienced, Responsible, Mature Lady - Is looking for live-in caregiver position for seniors in New Jersey. Excellent references. Call Ewa 732-886-9651. (27) 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) Live-in Caregiver - With 20 years experience. Seeking employment to care for elderly, to do cooking, showerm medication and cleaning. Excellent references. Call Nelly 732-853-2386. (301 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 American Home Health Care All phases of home health care. Professional, 25 years experience. Live in, full or part time, or hourly. Skip the rest, hire the best.Senior discounts. 732-664-3605. (15)

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)

Services

Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

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)

Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (t/n) 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)

All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting - Painting, kitchens, bath, basements, etc. Remodeled, flooring, carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters, etc. “Any to do list.” No job too big or small, we do it all. $ave - Veterans discount. Call Clark 732-850-5060. (28) 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)

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Long Beach Island Branch Library July Programs

LONG BEACH ISLAND – Here are some events and happenings at the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in July. To register, or for more information, call 609-494-2480 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org. 7/10, 10 a.m., Monday Friends of the Island Library Board Meeting All are welcome. Drop-in. 7/10, 10 a.m., Monday StoryWalk® on the Island Join us at Bayview Park in Brant Beach for our inaugural StoryWalk® and a craft. The story can be read all week at the park. Drop-in. 7/10, 6 p.m. Aquatic ABCs The Center for Aquatic Sciences will visit us for some animal fun. For children ages 4-6.

REG. 7/11, 7/18 and 7/25, 1 p.m., Tuesdays Adult Writers’ Group All are welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. 7/12, 7 p.m., Wednesday Pajama Party in the Park Join us for story time at Bayview Park in Brant Beach. This is an outdoor drop-in event for children of all ages. In case of rain, story time will be held at the LBI Branch library. 7/13, 2:30 p.m., Thursday Meet Doug Snelson, Children’s Book Author! Meet Doug Snelson, author of popular books such as The Fable of the Snake Named Slim and Who’s Got the Face? Signed copies are available. For children of all ages. REG. 7/14, 10 a.m., Friday

Build It Up Join us for block play and crafts. For children of all ages. REG. 7/14, 1 p.m., Friday Friday Afternoon Movie: Moonstruck Loretta Castorini, a bookkeeper from Brooklyn, New York, finds herself in a difficult situation when she falls for the brother of the man she has agreed to marry. (PG) 102 min. REG. 7/17, 10 a.m., Monday Mr. Scott, the Music Man Join Mr. Scott, the Music Man at Bayview Park in Brant Beach for a high-energy, exciting musical performance that will get you on your feet. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. Drop-in. 7/17, 7 p.m., Monday Author reading: In the Land of Eternal Spring

Alan Howard has written for the NY Times Magazine, the Nation, and public television. He was a Fulbright Scholar at San Carlos U., an International Fellow at Columbia U., and the Latin American correspondent for Liberation News Service. He will be reading excerpts from his first novel about a Peace Corps volunteer and a Fulbright Scholar in Guatemala inspired by JFK’s call to action. REG. 7/18, 2 to 4 p.m., Tuesday Friends Book Sale Get six books for $1 and help the Friends of the Island Library continue to provide great programs and support. Drop-in. 7/19, 7 p.m., Wednesday Family BINGO Join us for Family BINGO, and win a prize. REG.

Smartphones Can Be A Pain In The Neck

By: Rosemarie Daalder, DPT, All-Care Physical Therapy Center’s Forked River Location IS MY SMARTPHONE CAUSING MY NECK PAIN? Within the last few years, more and more patients are arriving at All-Care Physical Therapy with complaints of neck pain. These patients with complaints of neck pain are also becoming younger and younger. Typically, neck pain is seen with an increase in age which makes us wonder; why the change in the age of patients seen with neck pain, and why the increase in the amount seen? “Text neck” is the term given to this increase in neck pain complaints seen in patients within the last few years. This is especially seen in the younger populations who have had no prior history of neck pain or injury. So what is ‘text neck’? Text neck is a repetitive strain injury of the neck muscles, the shoulders, and even in the lower back. This is directly related to our posture when we use our smart devices, like cell phones and tablets. On average, a person may spend 2-4 hours a day using their smartphone. The most common symptoms of text neck may be complaints of neck pain and soreness. Some other presentations of text neck may include headaches, upper back pain that ranges from chronic, nagging pain to sharp spasms, shoulder pain and tightness, and even neurological symptoms that can travel down the arm and into the hand. This is called radiculopathy and originates from a cervical nerve being pinched as it tries to exit the cervical spine. All of these possible signs and symptoms of text neck can be addressed by a Physical Therapist.

HOW DOES USING MY CELL PHONE OR TABLET HURT MY NECK? Using these smart devices causes us to slouch into a poor posture which causes extra strain on our bodies. Most of the population (79%) between the ages of 18-44 years old have their smartphones on them at all times. Picture yourself looking at your smartphone, maybe it is in your hand right now. Our head drops forward as we look down towards our smartphone. Our shoulders may also lift towards our ears and round forward. This posture changes the natural curve of our cervical spine. We have to admit…some of us can get so involved in our smart devices that time passes right by. An 8-18 year old on average spend about 7.5 hours every day using some type of smart device. Staying in this position for a prolonged period of time can cause misalignment, muscle strains, and wear and tear of our joints.

Three main things occur as we drop our head down to look at our smartphone. 1. Our neck moves forward 2. Our shoulders round forward and may lift towards our ears 3. Our neck muscles and shoulder muscles then contract Our neck muscles have the job of holding up our head throughout the day against gravity. The head is a lot of weight to hold up all day; on average weighing between 10-12lbs. When we move our head 1 inch forward, this can double the load on our muscles. Your chin resting on your chest when looking at your smart phone creates 60lbs of force on your neck. You can see an example of the pounds of pressure placed on the neck as we drop our head forward in the provided picture.

can take every day in conjunction with Physical Therapy. 1. Straighten up-maintaining an upright posture and proper neck alignment will decrease the load and the amount of work our neck and shoulder muscles have to do in order to keep our head up. Using a mirror can help you see your posture and see how it feels to be in a correct, upright posture. Imagine a vertical line tracing down from your ear to your shoulder. This is proper, upright posture. 2. Look forward when using your smart device. Raise your smartphone or tablet to eye level as the example shows in the picture provided. This will allow you to stay upright and in proper alignment. No more forward head and downward head posture. Same idea when sitting at your computer. Raise the monitor or lower your chair so that the screen is eye level.

ROSEMARY DAALDER, DPT

The ‘slump position’ that occurs as we relax and browse the newsfeed on our smartphone, not only effects our spinal position but can also have an effect on our breathing. The slump position restricts our ability to expand our lungs and take in oxygen. Decreasing our ability to take in enough oxygen forces our heart to pump harder in order to circulate our oxygen rich blood throughout our body.

HOW DO WE FIX THIS? Some of the effects of text neck or a forward head posture can be addressed with proper exercises and manual techniques that can provide a patient with long-lasting relief. At All-Care Physical Therapy, the Physical Therapists have the knowledge and experience to treat neck pain in all age populations. They will develop treatment programs based on that individual patient and help them to return to their previous pain-free lifestyles. To improve our neck pain from using our smartphones there are a few steps we

Rosemarie graduated from Delaware Valley College in 2007 Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s of Science in Animal Biotechnology and Conservation and a certification in Animal Assisted Activities and Therapy. During her undergraduate certification in Animal Assisted Activities and Therapy, she worked alongside Physical Therapists treating pediatric patients on horseback. This sparked her interest in Physical Therapy, and she therefore changed her career goal from Veterinarian to Physical Therapist. She continued into her physical therapy education at Rutgers-Camden, UMDNJ, and received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in May 2011. Rosemarie has had clinical experiences in acute, sub-acute, and outpatient settings, as well as a 14-week pediatric affiliation with HollyDell School. Her areas of interest include sports medicine, joint replacement, manual therapy techniques, evidence based practice, and the neurological and orthopedic pediatric population. Rosemarie believes in patient centered practice by incorporating her patient’s personal goals into her treatment plans.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE RONEN ROTEM, DDS

The Center For Exceptional Cosmetic & Adult Dentistry By Robert Verderese Let’s face it, for most of us, there is a certain stigma surrounding the phobia we experience when going to the dentist, whether it’s the awkward feeling of having someone poke around your mouth and inspect your teeth, or the anticipation of potentially painful procedures such as getting a cavity filled or tooth removed. At Rotem Dental Care, Dr. Ronen Rotem, along with his associate, Dr. Mihirgir Bava, are passionate about changing the stigma associated with a dental visit. The moment you walk into his office, you’ll sense something different about Dr. Rotem’s practice. For one, that proverbial dentist office smell, you know that distinct smell that many of us find repugnant, even nerve-fraying, is completely non-existent. Instead, you’re more likely to be greeted by the aroma of calming herbal teas, or the smell of hot coffee brewing from a Keurig machine, even freshly-baked chocolate chip cookies! “We offer care that is warm and welcoming, making every patient we see feel right at home from the moment they walk through the door,” Dr. Rotem says. When you arrive in Dr. Rotem’s reception area, you’ll be greeted by one of

his staff members who knows you by your name. You won’t find a closed window with a placard telling you to sign in on the clipboard in front of you. You’ll immediately notice the atmosphere is relaxing and refreshing. Once in a chair in the treatment room, you can leave your troubles behind while you sink into a Tempur-Pedic cushion and watch a movie or listen to music. “My goal is for my patients to feel as comfortable as possible in every respect,” Dr. Rotem explains. Moreover, if you desire an added dose of comfort, Dr. Rotem can help you find complete relaxation with sedation dentistry. Sedation dentistry is the term used for methods of calming or relaxing patients who experience some form of dental phobia. With some patients, even thinking about going to the dentist or sitting in the dentist chair fills them with acute anxiety. At Rotem Dental Care, Dr. Rotem understands this fear can be very real for you and therefore invests in the training and resources to help those who experience dental-induced anxiety feel calm during their visits. Various methods of conscious sedation are offered at Rotem Dental Care, including: oral medications such as Valium, intravenous sedation and nitrous oxide. If you choose nitrous oxide as a form of sedation, you can expect to be totally relaxed and calm throughout

the whole dental procedure, yet completely awake. Dr. Rotem also affords you the option of nap sedation dentistry, which is ideal for procedures that would normally require multiple visits to be condensed into one visit. He explains the benefits of sedation dentistry in the following way: “Dental sedation has literally changed lives by allowing those who would not visit the dentist (even though they knew they needed to!) to get the dental care they most desperately need.” Do you hesitate when you smile? Would you like to increase your self-confidence? Do you want to look your best in social or profes-

sional situations? If so, Dr. Rotem can help you achieve your smile goals through implant dentistry! A dental implant is a man-made replacement for a tooth root. They are ideal for patients who have missing or compromised teeth due to gum disease, decay, injury or for those who have missing teeth. If you are interested in implant dentistry, Dr. Rotem will address all of your questions and concerns about the exact nature of implant dentistry, its many benefits and most importantly—whether you are a potential candidate for them. Additionally, as a comprehensive practice, Rotem Dental Care offers many other services including: teeth cleaning, dental veneers, invisalign clear braces, filings, extractions and much, much more! As someone committed to providing excellent, personalized care and services to you and your family, Dr. Rotem offers a Dental Savings Plan to those who have no dental insurance. “Our Dental Savings Plan was created with one simple idea— that all people should have access to premium dental care, end of story” says Dr. Rotem. Some of the features of the plan include no yearly maximums, no deductibles and perhaps best of all—immediate eligibility!

The desire to help others spills out of Dr. Rotem’s office and into the community. Once a year, Dr. Rotem sponsors a candy buy-back contest, where local children donate some of their candy to Dr. Rotem who in turn sends the candy to troops serving overseas and pays the children for their generous offering: “I started this program with the intention to at once incentivize kids to donate their candy while at the same time giving our troops overseas a special Halloween,” Dr. Rotem explains. Practicing in Ocean County for 20 years, Dr. Rotem will be celebrating this milestone with a random sweepstakes. The sweepstakes will run monthly through the end of September and the prize is a balcony cabin for two on the Norwegian Cruise Ship “Escape” with Bermuda as its destination. Rotem Dental Care is always accepting new patients. To find out more about Dr. Rotem’s expertise and services, check out his website at RotemDentalCare. com or call the office and set up an appointment at 732-341-8500. The office is conveniently located at 355 Lakehurst Road in Toms River. Dr. Rotem and the rest of his staff at Rotem Dental Care will be more than happy to help you have that beautiful smile you always dreamed of.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

wolfgang puck’s kitchen

A Hairy Recommendation

Dear Joel, My friend got a new hairstyle and I think it’s awful. It’s the kind of cut you’d see on a teen pop star, complete with colored stripes. She thinks it looks great and is raving about her stylist, but I’d like to persuade her to try my stylist who could give her a look that’s more age appropriate. How do I go about getting her to try my stylist? Do you think I should try a gift card to my salon? Judy, Brick Dear Hairy, You made me chuckle. Just last night I was looking at some old magazines, remarking at how funny some of the hairdos were. And that’s just not the ladies either. I remember when all the men were getting curly perms. Your friend’s new do is a touchy topic,

because she is so enamored with her new look, but I think your idea is a good one. You and you friend might plan a day of beauty together with your stylist. Just let your stylist play with hair and ask if she’s been thinking about changing it. You’ll see if she’s willing to try a new look. I asked my wife about this one and the always wise Mrs. reminded me that hairstyles change all the time. Maybe if you give it a couple months, she might be over looking like the latest pop princess and more like the lady of the house. Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio.com a nd 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566. “Home health care with feeling. Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing services inc. serving all of New Jersey in adult, senior and pediatric home health care.”

From SeaTo Shining Sea: Set Off Culinary Fireworks WithThis Fresh, Flavorful Seafood Recipe By Wolfgang Puck GRILLED TERIYAKI SCALLOPS (OR SHRIMP) WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE-JALAPENO SALSA Serves 4 as a main dish, 8 as an appetizer For the scallops or shrimp: 16 large sea scallops, or 16 peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro leaves Extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt Homemade teriyaki sauce (recipe follows), or good-quality bottled teriyaki sauce For the salsa: Extra-virgin olive oil, for coating 1 large, ripe pineapple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) slices 2 large red onions, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) slices 3 green jalapeno chiles 3 red jalapeno chiles, or 3 additional green ones 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves 1 lime, juiced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preheat an outdoor grill. Meanwhile, prep and marinate the scallops or shrimp: Place them on folded paper towels to blot dry. Thread a pair of skewers parallel through 4 scallops or shrimp. Repeat with the remaining seafood. Sprinkle mint and cilantro over the seafood. Drizzle generously with oil, and season with pepper; then drizzle with a little more oil. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. When the fire is hot, place the cooking grid over the fire and make the grilled pineapple-jalapeno salsa: Carefully oil the cooking grid. Place the pineapple slices on the grid and cook until golden-brown, about 4 minutes per side, turning with long-handled grill tongs. Remove to a clean cutting board.

In a bowl, gently toss the onion slices and jalapenos in just enough oil to coat lightly. Place them on the grid and cook until evenly browned and blistered, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove from the grill. Protecting your fingers with a clean folded kitchen towel or paper towels, peel off the chiles’ blistered skins; then slit the chiles open and discard the seeds, veins and stems. On a cutting board, cut the pineapple into 1/2-inch (12-mm) cubes, placing them in a large mixing bowl, and discard the tough inner cores. Cube the onion, mince the jalapenos, and add to the bowl with the remaining cilantro and mint. Add lime juice, and drizzle with olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside. Season the seafood skewers lightly with salt. Oil the cooking grid and grill the skewers over high heat for about 2 minutes per side, brushing lightly with teriyaki sauce to glaze just before they finish cooking. To serve, spoon the salsa onto individual serving plates. Using tongs, slide the scallops or shrimp off the skewers onto the salsa. Serve immediately. HOMEMADE TERIYAKI SAUCE Makes about 1 cup (250 mL) 1/2 cup (125 mL) sake 1/2 cup (125 mL) soy sauce 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons minced green onion, white part only 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 2 cloves garlic, peeled and grated 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon cold water In a heavy, medium-sized nonreactive saucepan over medium heat, combine the sake, soy sauce, vinegar and honey. Add the green onion and bring to a boil. Add the ginger and garlic. Simmer briefly. If you want a smooth, clear sauce, pour through a fine-meshed strainer. In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water to make a smooth slurry. Reduce the heat to low and, whisking constantly, drizzle in the slurry and cook until thick and glossy, about 1 minute longer. Refrigerate in a covered container and use within a week.

(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.

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of July 8 - July 14 By Jeraldine Saunders

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Maintain high standards to gain respect. By remaining ethical you can overcome temporary upsets in the week ahead. Use your charitable instincts to win over those who have been less than supportive in the past. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep your eyes and ears wide open this week. You might learn about recent advances in technology that can improve your productivity. Group meetings may bring about changes that impact your situation favorably. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Remain flexible and poised in the week to come. A significant other might surprise you by suggesting something that is out of character. Be prepared to handle a sudden change of plans where your finances are concerned. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can elect to be wild or to be wonderful. In the week ahead you may be more ambitious than usual so should be aware of actions that could reflect upon your reputation. Be sure to honor your promises and commitments. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Ambition may rattle your cage. You may feel that it is time to exert your authority but it may be difficult to control the actions of others in the week to come. Focus on being sympathetic and understanding for the best success. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may have an itch to be inventive. By the end of the week you may have a chance to play the part of an entrepreneur rather than a traditionalist. Avoid gambling

with your resources or acting on a sudden whim. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may be tempted to unleash your enthusiasm and let it run freely in the week ahead. People have confidence in your abilities so don’t let anyone down. Be conscientious when other people’s interests are at stake. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Get right to the point and use dynamic leadership skills in the week ahead. People tend to see you as trustworthy and will listen to your opinion. You might be more influential in a group setting than in one-on-one meetings. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Turn troubles into triumphs. In the week ahead someone might offer a solution that facilitates the achievement of your goals or a suitable compromise. Examine a problem from a different perspective. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Get your ducks in a row because this week your brilliant ideas will be able to take flight. Take pride in your ability to handle both financial and personal matters with efficiency and a high degree of confidentiality. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There is plenty to go around. Your heart is in the right place but you should be somewhat cautious about wearing your heart on your sleeve. Share without being overly generous in the upcoming week. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Change your tune to tune-up your outlook. If you can prove you are working for the common good you will be seen as a hero as this week unfolds. You might make a good impression by supporting a charity.

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