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–Photos by Chris Lundy Clockwise from left, A chainsaw carver made these statues. The Commerford and Sons Petting Zoo had a gallery of different animals. Cory Hess, 10, and Jon Hess, 6, both of Bayville, ride a camel at the Ocean County Fair. There were a number of high flying (and low spinning) rides this year.

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By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Despite a patch of rough weather, the Ocean County Fair finished strongly, organizers said, as the sun came out on the weekend – the fair’s most important days.

Fair manager Jeff Adams said that the weather didn’t keep people home entirely, it just changed what day they came.

Wednesday and Thursday had threatening thunderstorms and a heat advisory. Friday had rain for most of the day. That

pushed everyone over to Saturday and Sunday.

Although actual head counts weren’t available, he said the attendance was well into the thousands on the weekend.

As usual, animal attractions made up a great deal of the entertainment. There were pig races, trained dogs showing off their skills, and horsemanship shows. A petting zoo featured some animals not often seen in Berkeley Township, such (Fair - See Page 14)

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Lacey Schools Lose State Aid

By Chris Lundy LACEY – The Board of Education voted to take money out of the district’s surplus to absorb the loss of state aid.

This move is a reaction to the state funding plan that reallocated approximately $46 million in aid to districts that were determined to need it more, due to issues like increased enrollment.

This left a lot of suburban districts with a deficit in their budgets – budgets that were already approved.

Lacey was one of the districts that received less aid.

For Lacey, they had built their budget under the expectation that they would receive $21,658,013 in aid.

This was a flat rate that they had received in recent years.

However, their aid came in at $21,586,070. This left a $71,943 hole to fill.

Rather than cutting programs (Schools - See Page 14)

Lacey Thanks Vet Who Raised Free Shutt le As Manahawkin Bay Bridge American Flag Work Continues

By Sara Grillo MANAHAWKIN – Bicyclists and pedestrians will have to take a shuttle in order to cross the Route 72 Manahawkin Bay Bridge for the rest of the summer,

according to a statement from New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials.

The sidewalk that connects the mainland to Long Beach (Shuttle - See Page 7)

By Chris Lundy LACEY – When an unknown person flew a Trump flag over a park instead of an American flag, a Marine vet stepped in and replaced that flag with the Stars and Stripes. In turn, the Township Committee gave him a flag in thanks.

The governing body welcomed Joe McCusker to their most recent Township (Flag - See Page 7)

–Photo by Chris Lundy Joe McCusker receives a new American flag from Lacey Mayor Peter Curatolo.

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Red Sox Player’s Dad Arrested In Barnegat On Drug & Weapon Charges

By Sara Grillo OCEAN COUNTY – A three-month investigation into the distribution of cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine and firearms in southern Ocean County led to the recent arrest of two men from Barnegat and one man from Little Egg Harbor, according to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office.

Local police from Barnegat Township and Stafford Township joined detectives from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Special Operations Group, Southern Enforcement Unit, to identify the three men who were allegedly storing and distributing the drugs and firearms.

The arrested individuals are Jason Groome, 43, of Barnegat; Anthony Brandt, 53, of Barnegat and Daniel Wunder, 61, of Little Egg Harbor.

Groome is the father of Boston Red Sox draft pick Jason Groome. According to MLB.com the younger, 18-year-old Groome, a Barnegat High School graduate and left-handed pitcher, was the 12th overall pick in the 2016 Draft.

Detectives were able to obtain a no-knock search warrant for all three residences and their vehicles after identifying a 2010 Dodge Ram pickup truck being used by Groome. The Dodge Ram was caught in a motor vehicle stop on July 10 by the Ocean County Regional SWAT Team and Barnegat Township Police at the Gunning River Mall on West Bay Ave in Barnegat, where police found and seized around 2 ounces of cocaine and a defaced 9mm handgun. Groome was arrested on drug and weapon charges.

The no-knock search warrants were then carried out at the three men’s residences by the Prosecutor’s Special Operations Group, Barnegat Police Drug Enforcement Unit, Stafford Police Drug Enforcement Unit, along with members of the Little Egg Harbor Police Narcotics Unit, Ocean County Sherriff’s Department K-9 Unit and Ocean County Regional SWAT Team.

Police seized less than ½ ounce of cocaine, marijuana, drug paraphernalia and a Mossberg 12-gauge pump style shotgun from a residence on Longboat Avenue in Barnegat,

and 400 oxycodone pills and a .22 caliber rifle from a North Green Street residence in Little Egg Harbor.

“This investigation is a prime example of what can be achieved by law enforcement when local and county police agencies join forces to combat the distribution of narcotics and firearms in Ocean County,” said Ocean County Prosecutor’s Captain Jack Sramaty, Commander of the Prosecutor’s Special Operations Group, in a press release.

Jason Groome was charged with Possession of Heroin, Possession of Heroin with the Intent to Distribute, Distribution of Heroin, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine over one half ounce with the Intent to Distribute, Distribution of Cocaine over One Half Ounce, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, Distribution of Methamphetamine, Possession of a Firearm (9mm Handgun), and Possession of a Firearm (9mm Handgun) during a CDS Offense. He was subsequently lodged in

–Photo courtesy Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Three southern Ocean County men were arrested on multiple drug and weapon charges after a three-month investigation by county and local law enforcement. the Ocean County Jail pending a detention hearing.

Anthony Brandt was charged with Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Suboxone and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was released on a summons pending a future court date.

Daniel Wunder was charged with Possession of Oxycodone, Possession of Oxycodone with the Intent to Distribute and Possession of Ecstasy. He was released on a summons pending a future court date.

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.

7/26, 2:30 p.m., 5-Minute Star Wars Stories Puppet Show. The OCL Puppet Show Players will be performing a puppet show based on the original Star Wars trilogy. May the Force be With You! For ages 3 and up. REG. 7/27, 11 a.m., Stranger Things Escape Room.

Let’s play Escape the Room with a Stranger Things theme. For ages 10 and up. REG. 7/28, 10 a.m., Ocean Hazards: Sharks vs.

Rip Currents. Dr. Amy Williams will host a trivia game on facts about sharks and rip currents; we’ll make ocean-in-a-bottle crafts.

Ages 5 and up. REG. 7/28, 1 p.m., Friday Afternoon Movie: Magic in the Moonlight. A romantic comedy about an Englishman brought in to help unmask a possible swindle. Personal and professional complications ensue. (PG-13) 97 min. REG.

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

Connors, Rumpf & Grove: Trenton’s School Funding Fairness Plan Was A Bust CAPITOL COMMENTS 9th Legislative District Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

NEW JERSEY – Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove all remarked on how, once again, Trenton power brokers ensured that the people of the 9th Legislative District will get

severely shortchanged in terms of State school aid.

As part of its constituent outreach efforts, the 9th District delegation issued the following joint statement: “Once again, the state’s school aid formula failed

students, teachers and taxpayers in the 9th Legislative District, as several school district are targeted for aid cuts. Trenton outdid itself by not just continuing to underfund our schools but to go one step further and cut school aid, even to school districts in areas still recovering from Superstorm Sandy.

“As we predicted, a special committee on school funding fairness produced recommendations that, in the end, only further politicize how our schools are

funded. Worse, the status quo was maintained to ensure that Abbott districts, located mostly in urban areas, continue to receive a windfall of funding at the expanse of taxpayers living in suburban and rural areas.

“As if we needed any more proof that State school aid is politicized, one only has to consider the debacle to raid Horizon’s surplus funds.

Callous by even Trenton’s standards, a deal was proposed to allow for a state raid of Horizon’s surplus funds in return for, among

other things, a redistribution of state school aid that was politically convenient and expedient.

“What does Horizon’s surplus funds have to do with the distribution of school aid? This is the question our delegation asked of our colleagues while conveying that, under no circumstances, would we sell out our constituents in any backroom budget deal.

“Ultimately, it was the people who stopped the Horizon raid by drawing a line in the sand that Tren-

Congressman MacArthur Introduces Legislation To Help Sandy Victims From The Desk Of

Congressman Tom MacArthur NEW JERSEY – Congressman Tom MacArthur (R-NJ) and Congresswoman

Kathleen Rice (D-NY) recently introduced the Disaster Assistance Fairness and Ac-

countability Act of 2017. This bill sets a statute of limitations of three years for disaster recoupment preventing FEMA from trying to “recoup” money from innocent taxpayers.

“Since I first came to Congress, fighting for natural disaster victims, who have been treated unfairly by FEMA, has always been a top priority of mine,” said Congressman

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MacArthur. “This bipartisan bill will bring common sense reform to FEMA by protecting victims from recoupment years after their claims have been received. As South Jersey continues to recover from Superstorm Sandy, Jersey Shore families shouldn’t have to pay for FEMA’s mistakes.”

“Victims of disasters like Sandy use whatever assistance they receive to rebuild their homes and put their lives back together, and it’s not fair for FEMA to try and claw back that money years later because they think they noticed a mistake,” said Congresswoman Rice. “While

ton’s power brokers wisely chose not to cross. But this, unfortunately, was not the case with the school aid portion of the deal. Negatively impacted school districts and taxpayers must now prepare to be even more underfunded.

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Flag:

Continued From Page 1 Committee meeting to thank him for his devotion to the flag.

While presenting the flag, Mayor Peter Curatolo explained how McCusker saw the flag on social media and acted on it.

“He took personal exception to this” because of his military experience and love of country, he said. The all-Republican committee did not get involved in the politics of the situation, but wanted to commend someone for their patriotism.

McCusker, a Lance Corporal in the Marine Corps, said that he saw a “Trump Make America Great Again” flag flying instead of the American flag on a pole over William Hebrew Park, he knew he couldn’t let it stand like that. On June 18, he went and took

The Southern Ocean Times, July 22, 2017, Page 7 down the flag himself and put up a proper American flag.

As a soldier, he’s taught to respect the chain of command. And at the top of that chain is the president. The commander-in-chief. But there’s one thing that’s above that.

“As a vet, nothing comes before this,” he said, pointing to his flag, “regardless of who you support.”

McCusker, who grew up in Lacey, lives in Barnegat now. While people feel very strongly one way or the other over Trump, he said the feedback he’s personally received has been positive.

There was no flag on the pole before the Trump one, township business administrator Veronica Laureigh later explained.

By law, the flag can’t be flown after sunset without a light being shined on it. It is only put up during the day for public functions.

–Photos courtesy Joe McCusker (Left) Joe McCusker begins to take down the Trump flag in William Hebrew Park.

(Right) The American flag, after Joe McCusker put it up.

Shuttle:

Continued From Page 1 Island will be closed to bicyclists and pedestrians during ongoing construction of the bridge, and anyone violating the temporary restriction will be subject to fines.

The free shuttle bus into LBI will run from Marsha Drive in Stafford with a stop at 3rd Street on Bonnet Island, and return to the mainland with a stop at the Public Access Parking Lot on Bay Avenue after the bridge crossing. The shuttle will be available seven days a week while the sidewalk is closed. A schedule can be found at the NJDOT project website at state.nj.us/transportation/commuter/roads/rte72manahawkinbaybridges.

Construction on the three-mile long bridge began in 2013 and is not expected to be completed until 2020. The $350 million

project will repair the structurally insufficient bridge that has become out-of-date over the past 57 years.

While the existing bridge is being rehabilitated, a newly constructed bridge is currently carrying two lanes of traffic over the Manahawkin Bay in each direction. The goal is to have two bridges provide a means on or off the island in the event that one of the bridges needs to be closed. The newer span, which was completed in May 2016, will be the eastbound bridge, and the existing span will be the westbound bridge.

Although the existing bridge sustained only minor damage during Superstorm Sandy, the risk of storm damage is always a concern, especially as bridges provide the only way for vehicles to get on or off Long Beach Island, officials said.

Sjögren’s Syndrome Support Group Announces Meetings TOMS RIVER – You are welcome to attend the Central/Southern New Jersey Area Sjögren’s Syndrome Support Group.

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Building #1, first floor, 67 Highway 37. Take the opportunity to talk and share with others who have Sjögren’s. Find support and understanding in dealing with this chronic disease. To register or for more information, call 732-557-3210 or 888-724-7123.

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Kids Get Bicycle Safety Talk, K9 Demonstration

FALSE APPEARANCE OF STRABISMUS

A baby’s eyes often appear crossed due to a wide nasal bridge and noticeable skin folds at the inner corners of the eyes, which give rise to a condition known as “pseudostrabismus.” By four months of age, the nasal bridge becomes more prominent, revealing evenly matched eyes. However, misaligned eyes in a child over four months could be due to true strabismus. In this condition, one or both eyes turn in (crossed eyes) or out (walleyes), down, or up, which may be caused by a lack of muscle coordination between the eyes that prevents them from focusing together. Treatment usually involves the use of an eye patch, glasses, or some combination to force the weak eye to work harder.

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–Photo courtesy Long Beach Township Police Local kids were treated to a K9 demonstration and bicycle safety talk by the Long Beach Township Police.

LONG BEACH – Long Beach Township Police K9 Officer Tux, along with a motorcycle officer and a community police officer, recently conducted a bicycle safety talk and K9 demonstration at Bayview Park, the Brant Beach Yacht Club and the Spray Beach Yacht Club. The children who attended had a great time learning about safety, the police officers who protect them, police vehicles and equipment. Each of them received a goody bag to take home.

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Stafford Lions Receive Knights Of Sight Recognition

STAFFORD – The Stafford Township Lions Club have tested numerous children in Stafford Township and local areas for vision problems this year, and approximately 10 percent of them are referred to doctors for a follow up. The Lions provide free vision screening and use the latest technology to screen quickly for even the youngest of children.

Tom Struble and Dave Skrivanek recently re- –Photo courtesy Stafford Lions ceived a special Knights Tom Struble and Dave Skrivanek received special Knights of Sight recognition for of Sight recognition for their commitment to the children’s their commitment to the vision screening project. children’s vision screening project. Besides the sword presentation, they or who are trained to perform screenings: Mawere also awarded a knight pin for taking the rylou Berhang, Gladys and Pete Casamento, program to new heights.

Jim Leta, Susan Mueller, Lou Schovanec, Bob Lion Tom Struble has been the cornerstone of Kay, Bob Skrable, Tom Rex and Ken Welsh. the eye-screening program. Struble’s dedication Eyesight is very important for schoolwork, and and perseverance has kept eye screening in the catching vision problems early is key. Many forefront. With new and innovative technology, problems are treatable before the ages of 5 to 7, and with Lion Dave Skrivanek’s expertise, the but may become permanent afterwards. If you program continues to flourish, and now reaches know of any organization in Southern Ocean into public schools using the computerized County that may benefit from free children’s SPOT screener. eye screenings, please contact our Children Additional knight pins were passed out to club Eye Screening Chairman Dave Skrivanek at members who have participated in the program daveskriv@gmail.com or 201-280-8154.

A Magical July Coming To The Ocean County Library

OCEAN COUNTY – A generous serving of magically themed programs will be offered at Ocean County Library branches during July.

These family programs feature magicians Jim Vagias, Chad Juros and the Amazing “V,” as well as the Magic of Sharks and a Magic Workshop, which will take place at the following branches: Jackson Branch, 2 Jackson Drive, 732-9284400, Magic Workshop at 2 p.m. on July 24.

Upper Shores Branch, 112 Jersey City Ave., 732-793-3996, The Magic of Sharks at 3 p.m.

on July 24. Sponsored by the Friends of the Upper Shores Branch.

Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, 732-349-6200, The Magic of Sharks at 6:30 p.m. on July 24.

Stafford Branch, 129 North Main Street, 609-597-3381, Silly Magic with the Amazing “V” at 6:30 p.m. on July 26. Sponsored by the Friends of Stafford Branch.

The programs are free and open to the public, but registration is required. To register, call the branch or visit tinyurl.com/MagicOCL2017.

Waretown Man Drowns Near Barnegat Bathing Beach

BARNEGAT – On July 8 at 11:15 a.m., Barnegat Police were dispatched to the Barnegat Bathing Beach for a report of a CPR in progress call. Upon arrival, officers observed bystanders performing CPR on a 74-yearold male who was later identified to be from Waretown. Barnegat officers took over CPR until the victim was transported to Southern

Ocean Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.

Officers were advised that the victim had been observed entering the water and swimming for a period of time before he was observed to be face down and no longer moving. A lifeguard was assisted by bystanders in removing the victim from the water.

Red Cross Blood Drive

WARETOWN – A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at the Waretown United Methodist Church, 27 Bryant Road, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on July 25. Appointments are preferred.

To make an appointment, please call Barbara at 609-660-0951 or call 1-800-733-2767. You can also visit redcrossblood.org and enter “Waretown.”

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Stolen Bikes For Sale On Social Media Lead To Arrest

By Sara Grillo LONG BEACH – Long Beach Township Police launched an investigation this month after two bicycles were stolen from the Beach Haven area.

Their investigation led to Long Beach Township resident Randy Brown, 54, who was attempting to sell two stolen bicycles on social media. Police arrested Brown for fencing and

two counts of possession of stolen property.

He was processed and has since been released pending a court date.

Residents are reminded to keep their bicycles and other belongings secured at all times.

If anyone has information involving Randy Brown or stolen bicycles within the Long Beach Township or Barnegat Light area, please call Detective Patrick Mazzella at 609-361-2073.

Applications Being Accepted For SLEO Class III

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LACEY – Young People in Recovery is hosting their 4th Annual “Laugh for Recovery” comedy benefit and gift basket raffle on September 15 at the Lanoka Harbor Volunteer Firehouse, 2 Warren Ave. Comedians include host Joel Richardson, Chris Monty and Adam Lucidi.

Doors open at 6 p.m., buffet dinner starts at 7 p.m. and comedians go on at 7:30 p.m.

Individual tickets purchased by August 31 are $35 and tables of 10 are $310. Prices go up starting September 1. Visit eventbrite. com/e/4th-annual-laugh-for-recovery-comedy-benefit-tickets-34674812297 to see all

ticket options.

Young People in Recovery changes the world so all young people in or seeking recovery are given the opportunity to become empowered. Our national leadership team creates and cultivates local community-led chapters through grassroots organizing and training. Chapters support young people in or seeking recovery by empowering them to obtain stable employment, secure suitable housing, and explore continuing education.

Chapters also advocate on the local and state levels for better accessibility of these services and other effective recovery resources.

Register Now To Conquer Chiari And Walk Across America

SHIP BOTTOM – The Conquer Chiari Walk Across America is a series of local awareness and fundraising walks held on the 3rd and 4th Saturdays of September, uniting patients of the neurological disorder and their families across the country. Join us on this special day to help support the thousands of people struggling with this life changing diagnosis.

The Southern New Jersey Conquer Chiari Walk Across America is on September 16 at the Ship Bottom Boat Ramp, West 10th Street & Shore Ave. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the walk starts at 10 a.m. There will be music, a bake sale and a kids’ craft table.

For more information, contact Ann-Marie Hendrickson at 609-906-3544 or chiari-

beachcombersnj@gmail.com. You can also pre-register at conquerchiari.org.

Proceeds will be used to fund Chiari research, education and awareness programs.

Participation is free. T-shirts will be provided for pre-registered walkers with a minimum donation of $25 by August 16.

Chiari malformation is a serious neurological disorder where the bottom part of the brain, the cerebellum, descends out of the skull and crowds the spinal cord, putting pressure on both the brain and spine and causing symptoms such as neck and shoulder pain, balance problems, headaches, trouble swallowing, loss of motor control, respiratory problems and sleep apnea.

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COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

Southern Ocean Medical Center Foundation Hosts 3rd Annual “Signature Social”

LONG BEACH ISLAND – All members of the community are invited to attend Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center Foundation’s 3rd Annual Signature Social fundraising event. The cocktail reception takes place on Friday, July 28 at Bonnet Island Estate on Long Beach Island from 7 to 11 p.m. Proceeds will support programs and services at Southern Ocean Medical Center.

This year’s event will provide guests with an opportunity to learn more about recent developments at Southern Ocean Medical Center, including a brand new emergency department and cancer care center, renovations to the main lobby and outpatient care areas, and a Hackensack Meridian Health partnership with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, which means patients now have new opportunities to benefit from world-class cancer care protocols.

“Southern Ocean was recently named a finalist by NJBiz as Best Hospital of the Year,” explains Robert H. Adams, Jr., FACHE, President of Southern Ocean

Medical Center. “It’s an incredible honor to receive this nomination. It exemplifies how much Southern Ocean is excelling, and we could not make these significant advancements without the community’s support.”

A gourmet menu of hors d’oeuvres, stations and premium cocktails will be served, and guests are encouraged to attend in summer cocktail attire (jackets are not required). The reception is co-chaired by Joseph Lattanzi, M.D., Kimberly Hogan, M.D., Thomas Yu, M.D. and Jane Yu, and supported by Celebration Sponsor Southern Ocean Medical Center Medical Staff and Reception Sponsors: Coastal Radiology, Joseph Lattanzi, M.D., Kimberly Hogan, M.D and Phoenix Medical Construction.

Tickets are $500 each and can be purchased online at HackensackMeridianHealth.org/ SOMCsocial or by contacting Meagan O’Flaherty, Special Events Associate, at 732-751-5101 or meagan.oflaherty@ hackensackmeridian.org. Sponsorships and 50/50 cash raffle chances are also available.

Football Trip To MetLife Stadium

WARETOWN – The Township of Ocean Recreation will take a trip to MetLife Stadium to see the Miami Dolphins vs. the New York Jets on Sunday, September 24.

Cost is $100 and includes transportation and game ticket. A $50 non-refundable deposit is due to reserve your spot. Tickets are in Section 320, Rows 5-9. Bus leaves from the Priff Elementary School parking lot, located at 139 Wells Mills Road/Route 532, at 9 a.m. You may bring food/coolers on the bus. Game starts at

1 p.m.

To purchase tickets, submit the registration form with payment to Township of Ocean, c/o Recreation, 50 Railroad Avenue, Waretown, NJ 08758. Make checks payable to Township of Ocean Recreation.

No refunds. Registration form can be found at twpoceannj.gov/recreation/2017/ Jets-vs-Dolphins-092417.pdf.

Contact Jeanne Broadbent at 609-6935407 or recreation@twpoceannj.gov for more information.

Pieceful Shores Quilters Guild Meetings

STAFFORD – The Pieceful Shores Quilters Guild meets the third Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. and the fourth Thursday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Stafford Community Center, 775 East Bay Ave. The Wednesday, August 16 after-

noon meeting will be “Tips and Tools” and the Thursday, August 24 evening meeting will be “Coloring and Embroidery” by The Mary Annes. Visitors are always welcome.

For more information, call Helen at 609971-2798 or Yvonne at 609-242-5449.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

I Bet I Can Make You Yawn

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Last week I forced myself to stay up two nights in a row to work. I certainly had work to do, but I also wanted to evaluate my brain function after sleep deprivation.

The following morning, I was yawning quite a bit while sharing the story with Sam. He jokingly snapped, “Hey, stop that! You’re making me yawn!”

I thought that was hilarious and kept my eye on him for several minutes, and sure enough, when I yawned, he yawned. Yawns are known to be “contagious,” especially if you are emotionally connected with one another. Did I get you to yawn just yet?

Saying the word out loud or reading “yawn” triggers a yawn. They’re usually satisfying in nature, and if they’re not, it is thought to be your subconscious inability to let go. One yawn lasts about 6 seconds and during that time, your heart probably beats faster.

A yawn does not really happen just because you’re bored or tired. I mean it could, but it doesn’t have to. For decades, doctors said it was your brain’s attempt to pull more oxygen in for the tissues. Research on animals published in The International Journal of Applied Basic Medical Research in June 2017 points to yawning as a way to drain lymph from around the brain. That’s interesting because we are only now realizing the brain actually has a lymphatic system.

We, meaning humans, yawn in the womb, and yes, it’s boring in there for sure, but around 11 to 20 weeks post-conception, it can be seen on ultrasound. Another interesting fact about yawning is that medica-

tions can cause it. For example, one of the biggest offenders is the category of antidepressants, especially the SSRIs and SNRIs like Prozac and Cymbalta, respectively.

Benzodiazepines (clonazepam, alprazolam) and opiate analgesics (hydrocodone, oxycodone, morphine) will often trigger yawning attacks – it’s a well-documented side effect during normal treatment. It’s more apt to happen during ‘interdose withdrawal’ (the hours in-between your scheduled doses of the day), or more likely when you quit taking these drugs, which requires a long tapering process.

Yawning attacks induced from antidepressants, benzos and opiates are almost always annoying and uncomfortable.

Anesthetics used to sedate you before surgery can cause yawning. And a big yawn-inducing category are the dopaminergic used in Parkinson’s such as L-dopa or Levodopa (Sinemet contains that) or Apokyn (Apomorphine).

Did you know that the complete disappearance of yawns could indicate damage to your hypothalamus? It’s specifically damage to the dopaminergic (dopamine-producing) neurons. This is why Parkinson’s patients yawn less frequently.

Likewise, the effectiveness of Parkinson’s drug therapy can actually be gauged if the patient begins to yawn again.

Some researchers think you yawn more if you are depressed. I’m not really convinced of that. Confirming this is difficult because depressed folks often have insomnia, so they are going to naturally be more fatigued during the day, and probably yawn more too.

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as camels, an elephant, and a kangaroo.

The 4-H kids showed off the barnyard and home-raised animals they had nurtured.

The 4-H display, still a large portion of the festivities, also displayed projects the kids worked on throughout the year. There were works of art, reports on environmental causes, and even a hamster obstacle course.

A chainsaw carver left behind some work for sale. A local tree removal company would supply him with the logs. Sometimes, it is something unusual, like a blue cedar.

Kids had the opportunity to race remote control cars. Then, they could see the real

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Continued From Page 1 or staff, the administration and Board of Education decided at their most recent meeting to take the money out of surplus. Every district has some surplus that rolls over from previous years to use for emergencies. Lacey had $1,046,442 at the end of the 2016-2017 school year.

This was the best choice to make under the circumstances, business administrator Patrick DeGeorge said.

thing, with some off-road vehicles.

As usual, the interior of the fair was full of tents set up with people selling things like caricatures, t-shirts, arts and crafts. There were also home improvement companies and government offices.

Some rides rose up into the air, overhead of the tents. Some were firmly on the ground, for smaller children to go around a track.

There were playhouses for different ability levels or theme: Spongebob to Disney to horror movies.

Mixed in around the rides were a majority of the food vendors. Fair mainstays dominated the choices, including kettle corn, lemonade, cotton candy and deep fried anything.

“Frankly, it’s a very thin budget,” he said.

District officials further explained that because the money is coming out of surplus, there would be no change in taxes other than what was decided in the spring.

The district’s total budget for the 2017-2018 school year will be $73,566,211.

The amount to be raised in taxation will still be $45,642,489. The tax rate will be 1.279 per $100 of assessed valuation.

On an average home, based on the township average of $275,600, the taxes will be $3,524.11.

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By Michael Deem, Esq. at R.C. Shea And Associates

People put their elderly parent or grandparent in a nursing home so that they can be safely taken care of, so that someone can properly look after them in their old age.

No one expects that these nursing home residents should get anything less than the proper care and respect that they deserve, but with the horrifying rise in nursing care abuse, this is not always the case. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse in the United States, more than 30 percent of all nursing homes in America indulge in some form of resident abuse.

Statistics show that nearly 50 percent of all nursing homes are short staffed. The staff people who do work in these facilities are underpaid, overworked, and all too often overburdened, which in turn leads to elder neglect and abuse.

Even more alarming is the prediction that the problem will only worsen in the near future. More than 91 percent of nursing homes lack adequate staff to properly care for patients. A Health and Human Services Department report found patients in understaffed nursing homes were more likely to suffer from a variety of problems, such as bed sores, malnutrition, weight loss, dehydration, pneumonia, and serious blood born infections. It’s a serious concern that will only increase with time, given that the population of people aged 85 or older is expected to double to 8.9 million by the year 2030.

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Many elders needlessly suffer from nursing home abuse in which they are manipulated, humiliated, or physically harmed by the very people entrusted with providing them with loving and tender care. Instances of physical, sexual and verbal abuse have taken place at the very nursing homes where elders are actually supposed to be well taken care of; unfortunately, cases of nursing home abuse in America and also in New Jersey are rising rather than falling.

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LACEY – The Lacey Township Police Department will host its 1st Annual National Night Out on August 1 from 6 to 11 p.m. at Gille Park.

National Night Out is a nationwide event designed to build strong community partnerships that promote safe neighborhoods.

There will be a bicycle rodeo, face painting, food, community resources, helicopter flyover, K-9 demonstrations and drones. The Lego Batman Movie will be shown outdoors at 8:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair for viewing. The Skate Park is also open from 6 to 9 p.m. and skate exhibitions will take place at 7 p.m.

Tin Can Sailors Meetings

BEACHWOOD – The Tin Can Sailors Association of New Jersey hosts its regular monthly meetings every third Wednesday at noon. This lunch meeting is held at the American Legion Post 129, 2025 Church Rd. in Toms River.

Membership is open to everyone who has a

love of the sea and a passion for the Navy and those who served.

The group is a chartered member of the National Destroyer Veterans Association and is known as the Phoenix Squadron.

For more information, call Commander Dave Downey at 732-736-1943.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of July 22 - July 28

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your finger off the trigger in the week ahead. You could be tempted to put too many irons in the fire or to take unnecessary risks. Focus instead on spending your money wisely and on things of lasting beauty.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): People are willing to forgive and forget in the week to come.

Use your time wisely and focus on making loved ones feel comfortable, cherished, and desirable.

Demonstrate your good taste when making key purchases.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Reiterate important commitments. In the upcoming week you may be thrown into contact with someone who seems to wear a halo or acts like an angel where you are concerned. You will have divine help when needed.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Touch your nose while you rub your tummy. Work on becoming better coordinated this week. The foot that seems to be caught in your mouth could be a sign that an apology to a significant someone will be needed.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take pains to use powers of perception. Pushy people may want their way in the week ahead, but might lack the ability to explain their needs. To avoid confusion set up a powwow and you can discuss a comfortable compromise.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Defend and protect what you own and what you believe in. Unless you guard an important thing someone may take it away from you. In the week ahead enjoy having some extra spending money to use for lovely items.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Someone loves you a bushel and a peck. In the week to come you might find that you are more popular than usual.

You efforts could be appreciated in the workplace, so may find it easy to make progress with your career.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Learn something valuable from those who are older and wiser. Be careful not to create misunderstandings with family members or loved ones who are an integral part of your life. Be thrifty in the week to come.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Solve the puzzle. A maze doesn’t necessarily lead to a dead end, although you might hit a few walls. In the week ahead ask for assistance or advice from experienced people who have traveled the same route.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Ignorance is bliss. Think about this carefully as you stroll through the week with a heavenly smile on your face. Being on cloud nine does not guarantee that the promise made today will be kept tomorrow.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Everything has a price tag. This week you may be prodded by your conscience to show you are polite and return favors. A generous donation, reciprocal dinner date, or paying a commission can knock your budget on its ear.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may think it is in vogue to be vague. In the week ahead you may be challenged to present your views in a straightforward manner. Control an urge to spend money rashly or to take unnecessary risks.

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Easy Does It: There’s No Sufferin’ Over This Simple Succotash Recipe

By Wolfgang Puck

Cooking with the seasons has become a big catchphrase these days. And it’s easy to understand why. When you plan meals around what’s freshest in the farmers’ market, you almost always ensure that the food you put on your table will have the best flavor and texture while also offering the most nutritional benefits - and all at the greatest savings.

Many people think of cooking with the seasons, though, as if those words also promise endless variety, as if each trip to the market will reveal wonderful new produce to bring fresh excitement to your meals. And, yes, often that does happen, as new items gradually come into season.

More often, however, in the midst of any given season, each new visit to the farmers’ market is just as likely to present you with the same ingredients over and over again. That can, of course, excite your imagination, encouraging you to look for new ways to cook the same ingredients. Just as often, however, it can make you wish for a perfect “go-to” recipe, something easy that you simply won’t grow tired of no matter how many times you prepare it.

That’s how I feel about succotash, the old-fashioned summertime vegetable mixture whose name comes from “boiled corn kernels” in the language of the Narragansett tribe, whose lands became part of Rhode Island. In colonial days, settlers began using that term to describe mixtures of cooked corn with other summer/early autumn vegetables. The dish’s popularity has endured to this day, despite any negative connotations from the often repeated, exasperated exclamation of Sylvester the Cat in the old Looney Tunes cartoons: “Sufferin’ succotash!”

Succotash is, in fact, a recipe not likely to cause you much suffering. It starts with fresh ears of corn, from which you cut the raw kernels off the cob with the help of a sharp knife and a slip-resistant cutting board. Then you saute the corn and combine it with equal-sized pieces of other summer vegetables such as zucchini and bell pepper, plus onion, garlic, celery, fresh herbs and spices.

It’s an incredible, simple dish to make, and one you and your family aren’t likely to tire of, especially since you can switch up the recipe with other vegetables such as lima beans or yellow summer squash, hot chiles and different herbs or spices.

Serve your succotash as a side for grilled or roasted food; or treat it as a sort of

chunky sauce, presenting the main dish on top of it. It’s even fun to toss the succotash with freshly cooked pasta for a vegetarian main dish. You may be surprised by how often you wind up cooking it - without a moment of sufferin’!

SUMMER VEGETABLE SUCCOTASH Serves 4 3 large ears white or yellow sweet corn, shucked, all corn silk removed 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch (6-mm) dice 2 celery stalks, darker green leafy ends trimmed, cut into 1/4-inch (6-mm) dice 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch (6-mm) dice 1 medium white onion, cut into 1/4-inch (6-mm) dice 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1/2 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves 1 bay leaf Juice of 1/2 lime Pinch cayenne Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley, for garnish First, cut the kernels from the shucked ears of corn: Steadying one end of an ear of corn on a slip-resistant cutting board, with the corn at an angle away from you, carefully use a sharp knife to cut off the kernels several rows at a time, cutting downward from the nearest end to the other, parallel to the cob. Transfer the kernels to a bowl. Repeat with the remaining ears of corn.

In a heavy cast-iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot enough to flow easily, add the corn kernels and saute them, stirring frequently, until they begin turning golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes.

Transfer the corn to a bowl and set aside.

Carefully wipe out the skillet with paper towels.

Return the skillet to the heat. Heat the remaining olive oil and, when it is hot, add the zucchini, celery, bell pepper, onion and garlic.

Saute, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender but not yet browned, about 10 minutes. Stir in the thyme, bay leaf, lime juice, cayenne, salt and black pepper to taste, and continue to cook for 3 minutes more. Stir in the reserved sauteed corn kernels and cook for another 3 minutes. Serve immediately, garnished with the parsley.

(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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