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BERKELEY HIRES 6 NEW COPS
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Six new officers will be joining Berkeley’s ranks, after being sworn in at an event prior to the most recent Township Council meeting. Information about the officers was provided by township officials. They are: • Michael Zilavetz, 32, is currently an officer for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. He served in the Navy from 2009 to 2013, serving in Guantanamo Bay as a Master at Arms. He attended Monsignor Donovan High School (now Donovan Catholic) and Ocean County College, both in Toms River. • Christopher Walters, 27, was enrolled in the United Association of New Jersey Air Conditioning and Refrigeration School. He is a Central Regional High School graduate. • Derek Mayer, 27, has been in the Air Force Reserve since 2013. He graduated Central Regional in 2008, and has attended (Cops - See Page 5)
–Photo by Chris Lundy From left: Officer Mark Osworth, Councilwoman Judy Noonan, Officer Shane Leighton, Chief Karin DiMichele, Officer Derek Mayer, Councilwoman Sophia Gingrich, Officer Robert Kennedy, Mayor Carmen Amato, Councilman Thomas Grosse, Officer Michael Zilavetz, and Officer Christopher Walters
Central To Hire Nurse With State Aid
By Chris Lundy ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Central Regional Board of Education will be hiring a new nurse with the money from increased state aid, officials said at the most recent meeting, held at the Island Heights Municipal Building. The amount of money each district received from the state was subject to change, as politicians in Trenton wrestled over it. Many districts were vocal about losing state aid. Some districts, however, received more. Central was one of them. Some state officials said the aid change was based on whether enrollment had (Nurse - See Page 5)
Lacey Eyes New Businesses As Plant Closing
By Chris Lundy LACEY – Township officials said that while the nuclear plant might be closing, other businesses are moving in.
The Oyster Creek Generating Station is in the process of closing down in 2019. After it stops producing energy, it will continue to be
decommissioned. The entire timeline could take a decade or more. During that time, perks from the plant’s operation are expected
to slowly slip away. There would be fewer high paying jobs, and the loss of a huge tax ratable. The town will (Closing - See Page 4)
Sierra Club Leader Remembered
By Chris Lundy BRICK – Greg Auriemma, the chair of the Ocean County chapter of the Sierra Club, was remembered by friends and colleagues. Auriemma had gone missing weeks ago while hiking alone in the White Mountain National
Forest in New Hampshire. He was found dead, apparently of natural causes. There had been reports of a powerful storm that had blown through there while he was camping. He was credited for restarting the Ocean County (Leader - See Page 5)
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Continued From Page 1 still receive money from the site for the foreseeable future, since the spent fuel rods will remain on the property indefinitely. So, the up side is that there will be some money coming in; the down side is that there will be nuclear waste stored there. Officials have been saying that they are preparing for the worst, but working toward the best: getting a new business to open an energy company on the lot, thereby continuing to have a strong job market and commercial ratable. Also, they have been enticing other businesses to come to town and trying to bulk up the amount of commercial ratables in the industrial park and highways. “We continue to have meetings with businesses and developers who want to re-invest in Lacey Township,” Committeeman Steven Kennis said. The governing body and administration is working on making themselves as accessible as possible to business interests. “We’ve become a destination for business,” Mayor Peter Curatolo said. There are national chains and smaller businesses that are looking into the area. The real estate market is also doing well in town, he said. Additionally, there is a new Central Ocean Business Association, which functions like a chamber of commerce for the towns between Toms River and the southern part of the county. As the plant closes down, residents have been worried about the effect on taxes.
Committeeman Gary Quinn said the governing body has been aware of this concern, and has been spending less. He reported that residents’ tax rate will be $2.043 per $100 of assessed valuation. On a home based on the township average of $275,600, the taxes are going up by $36 a year. This includes the school district, county, and all other obligations. In related news, the township made a series of purchases. Most of them were as part of a cooperative pricing system, which allows a bunch of municipal entities to essentially buy in bulk even if they only are buying 1 or 2 of something. Some of the co-ops were local, like through Ocean County. Some were farther, like the Houston-Galveston Area. The Township Committee awarded the contract for the purchase of two Ford F-250s to All American Ford in the total amount of $74,872. One will go to the code enforcement department, and one will go to the public works department. They also purchased a Ford E-350 from Winner Ford for $48,402 for public works. Two ambulances will also be remounted by VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists, in a cost not to exceed $250,580. Remounting takes the existing box – the interior of the ambulance where the patient is carried – and places it on a new chassis. It is used to extend the life of older ambulances. So, two of Lacey’s old ambulances will be renovated in this way, for the approximate price of what one new vehicle would cost. Two Ford Explorers were purchased from Winner Ford for the police department. The total cost was $52,655.
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Continued From Page 1 chapter of the Sierra Club 20 years ago. “He brought a lot of people together,” said Helen Henderson, a member of the Sierra Club and the American Littoral Society. He energized people, inspiring them to take on the challenges inherent in protecting the environment. “He made people feel like anything is possible.” First encountering Auriemma in her struggle against development on the Lacey rail trail, she said he never wavered in his support of the natural environment and the need to keep the trail open space. He was well versed in the law, and made himself available to help others in their own local causes, she said. “He will be missed,” she said. “I don’t know who could possibly fill his shoes.” “He was involved in pretty much every environmental issue in Ocean County in the last 20 years,” Jeff Tittel, the director of the New Jersey Sierra Club, said about his actions. “Whatever the issue was, Greg
The Berkeley Times, July 29, 2017, Page 5 was a part of it.” He listed campaigns Auriemma had been involved in, from fighting sprawl, to closing Oyster Creek Generating Station, to keeping an eye on Ciba Geigy, to the health of the Barnegat Bay. There were smaller issues, too, such as beach clean-ups and hikes that he was a part of. When Brick was deciding on purchasing Trader’s Cove, Auriemma was on the forefront of that, and continued to be involved when developers wanted to put a restaurant there, Tittel recalled. He also helped the Metedeconk River be classified as Category One by the state. This protects the river from “any measurable changes in water quality” because of the river’s importance in local ecology, water use, fishing, or recreation. He also spoke out against the Eagle Ridge development plan, that could put as many as 1,800 homes on a former golf course in Lakewood. “When you drive around Ocean County and you see open space and see the shimmer on the water, that’s his legacy,” Tittel said.
–Photo courtesy Helen Henderson Greg Auriemma (holding Sierra Club sign) and several others at Hands Across the Sand opposing offshore drilling, several years ago at Island Beach State Park.
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had one. The third split their time between the schools – two days in one, three days in the other. However, during 2010 budget cuts, the third nurse position was eliminated, he said. With the new state aid, the district is able to bring that position back. Additionally, Central will be receiving tuition from two additional international students. The combined tuition for these students will be $29,200. This money will be spent on firewall equipment and three smartboards.
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time booking officer for the Toms River Police since 2013. He graduated Central Regional in 2012, received an Associate’s degree in business from OCC in 2014, and graduated Cum Laude with a marketing degree from Kean University in 2017. • Robert Kennedy, 24, most recently worked at Unique Systems of America. He graduated Central Regional in 2010 and Montclair State University in 2015. All six new officers are from Bayville, officials noted.
Continued From Page 1 gone up or down. For Central, the aid increased by $60,611. During the 2016-2017 school year, Central received $4,057,141, according to district figures. For 2017-2018, that figure will be $4,117,751. Central used to have three nurses split between the two buildings, Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides said. The middle school and the high school each
Continued From Page 1 OCC, Thomas Edison State University, and the American Public University System. • Mark Osworth, 29, worked in heating and air conditioning since 2006. He graduated from Central Regional in 2006, and completed an apprentice plumbing program at the Ocean County Vocational Technical School in Brick in 2008. • Shane Leighton, 23, has worked as a part-
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Carmen F. Amato, Jr. 2017 Sounds of Summer Concert Series Continues On August 2, beginning at 5 p.m., will be our Sixth Annual “Night out Against Crime.” The Berkeley Township Police Department will be on hand along with our Township First Aid Squads, Township Fire Depar t ments and other public safety agencies to greet residents and show the different types of equipment that they utilize. All of these public safety agencies will have their vehicles and equipment on display, as well. Our DARE Program will also be there with games and prizes for the children to enjoy.”
The group performing at 7:30 p.m. will be Radio Nashville, covering the best modern country music from the North of Nashville. Please come on out for a great night of entertainment and don’t forget to bring a chair! Refreshments are always provided by our local non-profit groups and organizations that use these concerts as their fundraisers. We hope to see you at the show. Visit the Berkeley Farmers Market and Historical Society Museum Thanks to the hard work of Councilman Angelo Guadagno, our Berkeley Farmers Market is off to
a great start in 2017! As a reminder, the market will be held every Tuesday through October. This year, we have also extended the market one hour. The market will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at our Recreation Center, located on Route 9 in Bayville. Local vendors from around the area, including our own Moore’s Farm Market, will be on hand selling Jersey Fresh produce and other items of interest. Your support is critical in making this a success. Please come on out and support your local vendors. Again this year, the Berkeley Township Historical Society museum will also be open during market hours. Interested in finding out the history of our town? Stop by and check it out you won’t be disappointed. Save the Bayville Dinosaur shirts will also be on sale at the museum.
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Reminder: Prescription Drop Off Box off available at Police Headquarters I am urging Berkeley residents, once again, to clean out their medicine cabinets and safely dispose of their unused, unwanted and expired prescription medications at our drop-off box located at our the Berkeley Township Police Department, 631 Pinewald-Keswick Road, next to our Municipal Building. For the last few years, our township has participated in “Project Medicine Drop” where we collected unused, unwanted and expired medications at a convenient drop-off location twice a year. Now we have a prescription drug drop
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Vendors Needed For 4th Annual Rock The Farm “Faux-Chella” Festival
SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Family and friends from all over the country will gather to experience an eclectic throwback to the greatest rock and roll of all time on September 16. The festival will feature food trucks, craft vendors, yoga, zen gardens, beer and wine tents, a VIP lounge, kid zone, and so much more. Music will play across three stages from 2 until 10 p.m. All proceeds from the festival will benefit the CFC Loud N’ Clear Foundation, an organization that promotes positive life choices by aiding drug recovery efforts and inspiring a healthy, positive lifestyle. CFC has helped over 7,500 families in New Jersey. We invite you to be a part of the solution! More about the cause: healingus.org Info about the Faux-Chella Festival: faux-chella.com $50 Digital Ad Sponsorship: Have your business’s logo and contact in-
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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be throwing a Beach Ball-A-Palooza on Friday, August 4 for all ages from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Bayfront Field of the Parks Administration Office, 1198 Bandon Road. Many beachy themed groups will be joining the event. There will be free pontoon boat rides, nature walks and food trucks added to this year’s event. Jimmy and the Parrots, a summer themed beach party band and winners of the Entertainers of the Year Award-Trop Rock Music, will provide
live music. The family fun will include games, inflatable rides, crafts and community info. Bring your beach blanket and wear your tropical shirt and enjoy the party. There is no admission fee. The event is held rain or shine. Pick up the free shuttle at Cattus Island County Park, 1170 Cattus Island Blvd., off Fischer Blvd. Disabled parking is available on site. For more information, call 1-877-OCPARKS. The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders and Ocean County Parks & Recreation sponsors this family-oriented party. Visit the website at oceancountyparks.org.
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OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be traveling to NYC on Thursday, September 28 for a great tour and visit to see the sights. Check out behind-the-scenes of the NBC Production Studio and visit local tourist spots like St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Times Square. The bus departs at 8 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m. to Ocean County Park in Lakewood. The fee is $65 and includes NBC Tour ticket.
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TOMS RIVER – Recovery International is a free self-help mental health group that meets every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Toms River, 1070 Hooper Avenue in Room 6. This group offers understanding and support for those who suffer from stress and tension, anxiety, panic, worry, anger, fear, sleep problems, depression, fatigue, feelings of helplessness, panic attacks and other emotional problems. For more information, please call 732-5575466 or check out our website at recovery international.org.
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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders is offering residents 22 different opportunities to get rid of their residential documents in a secure and safe way. “Ocean County’s Residential Document Shredding Program kicked off on April 8 at the Berkeley Township Recycling Center in Berkeley Township,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the county’s award-winning recycling program. “That is the first of 22 different dates for the popular program that is held throughout the County. We have added four more dates this year. “This program provides a great service to our residents by shredding personal documents and information that otherwise may wind up in regular trash,” Little said. “With identity theft on the rise, this offers security to our residents and also keeps all of this paper out of the Ocean County Landfill. It’s a win, win.” In 2016, a total of 102 tons or 204,000 pounds of documents were collected and shredded during the 18 collection dates. The amount collected is up 16,000 pounds. “Ocean County is a large county and we make every effort to make this program easily accessible to all our citizens,” said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “This program has been embraced by all of our residents who want to rid their homes of personal papers without worrying about them falling into the hands of people who may use it for the wrong reasons.” “This program was first started in 2008 and has grown in popularity,” Little said. The work is being performed by Autoshred of Toms River. Residents are not required to register for this free program and can bring six boxes or bags each day. The program is for all paper documents and paper forms. Paperclips and staples do not have to be removed. Little noted the shredding unit features an automatic feeding and dumping system, eliminating the need for human contact with a resident’s documents. Events will run their complete scheduled time or until the truck is full. The truck capacity is 8,000 pounds. Little said that for residents who prefer to shred their documents at home, Ocean County offers drop-off boxes at both County recycling centers for shredded office papers. “Shredded office paper should not be placed
with curbside recyclables and instead should be brought to the drop-off boxes at the county recycling centers,” Little said. “The shredded paper cannot be effectively sorted by the County’s recyclable materials processing facility. I encourage our residents to recycle it separately which allows us to produce a viable, marketable commodity.” Drop-off boxes can be accessed by Building 105 at the Ocean County Southern Recycling Center, 379 Haywood Road, Stafford Township or Building 68 at the Ocean County Northern Recycling Center at 601 New Hampshire Ave., Lakewood. Little also suggested residents contact their municipal recycling centers to learn whether there is a local drop-off box for shredded office papers. The following is a list of dates, times and locations for the Residential Document Shredding Program: August 5 at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, 95 West Veterans Highway, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. August 12, Lacey Township Recycling Center, 820 Municipal Lane, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. August 19, Jackson Township Rear Municipal Building Lot, 95 West Veterans Highway, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. August 25, Toms River Township, Riverwood Park, 250 Riverwood Drive, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. August 27 at Lakewood Public Works Yard, 1 America Avenue, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. September 16, Long Beach Township Recycling Center, 7910 Long Beach Blvd., 9 to 11 a.m. September 23, Island Heights Public Works Garage, Lake and Laurel Aves., 9 to 11 a.m. September 23, Long Beach Township Public Works Garage, 7910 Long Beach Boulevard, Beach Haven Crest, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. September 30, Point Pleasant Beach Public Works Yard, 301 Cooks Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. October 7, Point Pleasant Municipal Building, 2233 Bridge Avenue, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. October 14, Manchester Township Public Works Yard, 1360 Route 70, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. October 21, Eaglewood Township Municipal Complex, 146 Division St., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. October 28, Beachwood Municipal Complex, 1600 Pinewald Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information on the program, contact the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management at 732-506-5047.
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By Chris Christopher NEW YORK CITY - Hundreds of members of the Todd Frazier Fan Club visited Yankee Stadium on Tuesday night. The object of their affection was the former Toms River High School South and Little League standout who was traded to the New York Yankees from the Chicago White Sox on July 18. “There are 600 fans here for me. ... 500600 are coming,” he said at a press conference at Yankee Stadium prior to a game against the Cincinnati Reds - the team that drafted the ex-Toms River East American Little League star. “A couple of busloads of fans and two of my Little League coaches are coming. I left 22 tickets for family and friends. They get a little more expensive over here. Just to have my family here to cheer me on... “I am very excited. It’s a homecoming something you can only dream of. There were 15-20 texts on my phone when I woke up this morning. I can’t be happier. I felt like a little kid last night.” Playing in the fi rst home game of his career in the Yankees’ famed pinstripes, Frazier started at third base in a 4-2 New York win. Frazier, who grounded into a triple play, was 1-for-2, drew one walk and stranded two runners. He’s hitting .205 with 16 homers, 44 runs batted in 43 runs scored, four steals and a .742 OPS (on base plus slugging) on the season. Frazier received a fi rst-inning roll call from the New York fans and acknowledged the gesture with a wave of a hand. He retired the game’s initial hitter, fielding a grounder in front of an announced crowd of 44,268 patrons. “Huge, huge,” Frazier said after the game. “To play in front of these fans is awesome. The roll call was very exciting. This is very exciting for me and my family. Hopefully, I will keep it rolling. I love it.” Frazier’s fi rst at-bat in the pinstripes was one for the books as he banged into a 6-35-6 triple play with the bases loaded in the second inning. Despite the triple play, the Yankees took a 1-0 lead on his grounder to shortstop. He hit seventh in the order. “I had a big opportunity,” he said. “I will keep plugging away.” With the Yankees up 1-0, Frazier led off the fifth and ripped a 1-1 pitch between third and shortstop for a single in his second at-bat of the game. He was erased on a force play for the fi rst out of the inning. With New York in front 3-1 in the sixth, Frazier walked on a 3-2 pitch with two out and moved to second on a passed ball. The inning ended as Tyler Wade grounded out. Frazier starred on the East American allstar team that won the 1998 Little League World Series. He went 4-for-4, including a leadoff home run, notched the game-winning strikeout and was the winning pitcher in a 12-9 win over a team from Japan that was the Far East and International champion in the fi nal game of the Series. To celebrate its title, East American was invited by the Yankees to Yankee Stadium
on Sept. 1, 1998 when New York faced the Oakland Athletics. Each Toms River player was introduced to the fans and invited to stand next to his Yankee position counterpart during The National Anthem. Frazier, a shortstop, wound up standing next to Derek Jeter. Frazier played for the National League against Jeter in the 2014 All-Star Game - the fi rst for Frazier and the fi nal for Jeter. a few days later, Frazier helped the Reds honor the Yankee captain’s final year in baseball in a special pre-game tribute. “It’s gonna be great,” Frazier said. “I will be taking batting practice where all of the greats played, especially Derek Jeter.” Frazier said he benefited from his Little League days. “We were not the biggest team, but we were scrappy,” he said. “We hit more home runs than anyone else. The memories are the friends I made. I still have two bags of pins at home. Playing in front of 40,000 people can only help. We had a home run derby and infield competitions each day in practice. I try to bring that fun on the field even though I am being paid a lot of money.” A Toms River resident, Frazier said he and his family plan to reside in North Jersey during the season. “We will live in the Fort Lee area,” he said. “Right now, I will commute until I find a place. I will be stuck in traffic yelling at the steering wheel.” Frazier’s part of the press conference lasted 13 minutes. Teammate Dave Robertson, a relief pitcher, followed. Frazier, 31, is among the team’s leaders in major-league experience. “I was traded here for a reason,” he said. “I’ve gotta step it up and hopefully I will do that. I won’t step on anyone’s toes.” Frazier said he has spoken with the Yankees’ Aaron Judge, the team’s slugging right fielder. “I have a great dialogue with him about hitting,” Frazier said. The game was telecast live on Channel 11, WPIX. One of the broadcasters was Al Leiter, the former Central Regional standout who pitched for the Yankees. Leiter, who graduated in 1984 when he led the Golden Eagles to an NJSIAA Group state title, spoke of the intense rivalry between South and Central. Upon his arrival in New York, Frazier changed his jersey number from No. 21 to No. 29 as No. 21 is unofficially retired by the Yankees for outfielder Paul O’Neill. Frazier had worn No. 21 throughout his entire career in honor of O’Neill as he had grown up as a fan of the Yankees. Frazier said he hoped to speak to O’Neill to gain permission to wear the number. However, clubhouse manager Rob Cucuzza told Frazier that it would not happen. Frazier will receive $12 million to play major league baseball this season, according to Spotrac, which reports on athletic contracts. He will likely become a free (Yankee - See Page 21)
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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My oldest brother just passed away; he was an alcoholic for decades. He smoked too. He died with his Chihuahua and wife beside him. It was colon cancer that had metastasized everywhere. So with a heavy heart I beg you to try one more time, to taper off and stop drinking. This is the best way to honor Danny’s lifelong struggles. I want him to have a legacy. By a million miles, he was my favorite brother of the two. In his twenties, Danny was handsome and charming, witty, intelligent and strong. He always had a joke to share and he loved music. He played it very loud on the vintage hi-fi console, which especially annoyed my ‘book face mom’ who would holler at him as if she could obtain higher decibels than Stairway to Heaven, “Daniel turn the noise off!” Growing up, he was like most guys, had a job, a girlfriend and many skills. He was a very hard worker. Then he fell on hard times in his 30’s and began drinking heavily. He became withdrawn, pessimistic, and more irritable with time. I still loved him, but more from a distance. I spoke to him last week, he said to me, “Suzy I don’t want to die.” Confused, I did not ask him this question out loud, but wondered, “Then why did you slowly commit suicide all these years?” Because alcohol is encouraged in our society, we get the idea that it isn’t dangerous, but it is. It’s psychoactive, addictive and potentially lethal when misused. My brother was a secret. Not because we made him one. He simply felt shame. Today, I want him to stand for
something far greater than what he could conceive during his life. Maybe you’ll be inspired to heal yourself. Here are considerations for when you’re ready to taper. Denial. Looking in our mirror and accepting who you see is difficult if not painful. Supplements. These can bridge you from addiction to recovery. Gotu kola, L-theanine and magnesium help balance glutamate to GABA. Withdrawal. Quitting cold-turkey is dangerous. A slow taper is best because it allows for GABA receptor down-regulation in the brain to correct itself. Cheerleader. There needs to be at least one person rooting for you, if only by phone, text or physical presence. These people are scared, alone, afraid and in pain, they just need thought seeds of hope. Be that for someone. Recovery Centers. Becoming and staying sober is difficult so look to established clinics and organizations that can help, as long as they are not too aggressive to medicate you with some other drug, and boot you out the door. AA sets the standard: 800-615-3851. Recovery is the bridge between who you were and who you are. I believe you can, and yes I know it’s hard. It’s hell, but if you’re going through hell, do not stop! Danny Gurvich is no longer a secret. He gave me an incredible 23-year-old nephew. Today I am celebrating the life of a very good man, and mourning his passing with you. With love… November 29, 1958 to July 10, 2017.
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appraisal completed. To Dina M. Vicari Esq. avoid a delay, make sure you properly plan the timing of your appraisal. Timing of the appraisal should be discussed with your Attorney and mortgage representative to ensure that there are no on-going improvements within the property that would require a re-appraisal that will cost an additional fee. Third, it is important to make sure you are prepared for closing and have enough money saved to bring to the closing table. At the time of closing there are lender costs and third party costs, such as payments to insurance companies, surveyors, title companies, home owner associations, tax office, municipal utilities, and many more, which must be paid at closing. It is important to communicate with your Attorney and mortgage lender to review all of your closing costs that you will be responsible for at the time of closing. The above items may be overwhelming and we at R.C. Shea and Associates can help you through the process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office in Toms River at 732-505-1212 or 244 Main Street, our Manchester area office at 732-408-9455 or our Brick area office at 732-451-0800. Email us at rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at rcshea.com.
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BEACHWOOD – The Code Red Emergency Notification System allows residents and businesses to add or update their contact information to ensure they will be included when a message is sent – unlisted numbers, mobile numbers, TDD/TTY requirements can all be entered. This notification system was built to provide secure and reliable communications and connects municipal agencies to residents in real time. Officials can map out a select area for notification or send a message to all of Beachwood, depending on the event. Code Red will supplement other methods currently used to rapidly get important information out to residents such as, cable
television notices, and updates to the Beachwood Police Department web site. Beachwood residents are welcome and encouraged to enter their contact information for home, business, and mobile phones so they may be contacted by the system in the event of an emergency. It is important for city residents and businesses customers to register, especially if they use unlisted numbers, cell phones, or computer generated phone lines. Those who do not register their address and phone number may not be notified with CodeRED in the case of an emergency. Registration is confidential, free, and easy. To register, visit bit.ly/2m9eukr.
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OCC Foundation To Host 16th Annual Golf Outing
JACKSON – The Ocean County College Foundation invites you to tee off at its 16th Annual Golf Outing at Pine Barrens Golf Club on Tuesday, October 10 featuring “Beat the Pro” and “Putting” contests. The event will be held rain or shine. The entry fee is $325 per player. Your contribution includes brunch at 9:30 a.m., use of the driving range from 9:30 to 11
a.m. before a shotgun start at 11 a.m., along with green fees, golf cart and a golf gift. An Awards and Cocktail Reception will be at 4 p.m. in the clubhouse after the tournament. Soft spikes and golf attire are required. “In our first 15 years, we raised over $800,000 to support the students of Ocean County College and we have set our sights on a goal of $50,000 for this year,” explained
Michael B. York, Golf Outing Chair, OCC Foundation. “By providing students with excellent educational opportunities, it opens a new world of possibilities and paves the way for their future success.” Individuals and businesses may lend support by becoming a sponsor. All sponsors receive recognition in the reception program; in addition, depending on level of
sponsorship, this may also include sponsor name prominently displayed at the Golf Outing, entry fees for a foursome or twosome, tee sponsor, Mulligans and tickets to the 2018 Scholarship Celebration. Please call for details. Registration Deadline is September 8. To register as a player or sponsor, call the OCC Foundation at 732-255-0492.
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Continued From Page 12 agent after the end of this season. South coach Ken Frank said he sees Frazier flourishing with the Yankees. “They are a great fit for him,” Frank said. “He brings them another winning attitude in the locker room and is surrounded by big time players. He is sort of the older guy now and one thing he knows how to do is win. He fi nds a way to get it done. He is a good team person. Everyone gets along with Todd. They need a little spark and the Yankees will be a spark for Todd, too. “Todd loves the competition. He plays the game hard and that does not happen with a lot of the young kids. His attitude is the extra tool that makes him better than most.” On Dec. 16, 2015, Frazier was traded to the White Sox from the Reds. During the 2016 season, he placed second in the MLB Home Run Derby. In his first full year with the White Sox, he fi nished with career highs in home runs, runs batted in and walks. However, he hit a career-low .225 in 158 games. At the time he was traded to the Yankees, Frazier slugged 16 homers and knocked in 44 runs while batting .207 through 81 games. Frazier through July 22 slugged 164 career homers, had a career batting average of .246, drove in 466 career runs and sped to 62 career stolen bases. Frank, who nurtured Frazier while he was with the Indians, said he has seen his protege play in the stadiums of the Yankees, the New York Mets, the Philadelphia Phillies, the Washington Nationals and the Baltimore Orioles. “My favorite stadium is in Philadelphia (Citizens Bank Park),” Frank said. “After the game, they set up food and beverages for those who visited the players and you sit around and chat with the other players. They treat you very well and they were kind enough to let me into the locker room after the game. It is great to spend time with Todd and the other players. Todd also took me to the dugout where I had baseballs signed.” Frank said he is not surprised at Frazier’s success. “I always felt he would be a star or at least get a shot at it,” he said. “He had all of the tools and the personality to go with it. When my dad attended the Little League World Series (in 1998), he said Todd would make it in either Hollywood or professional baseball as he had a great personality and was a good young man.” The 6-foot-3 Frazier has not forgotten his roots. “He is one of those guys who will be the fi rst one to come to your side and help you out,” Frank said. “He is a gentleman when he has to be and an athlete when he has to be. Todd does not forget the people who were little parts of his life. I am proud to say I have coached him. I love watching him play and meeting the other players through Todd. The only thing he has not done in the majors is be with a winner.” Frazier played on the Indians’ Group III state championship teams in 2002 and 2003.
The Berkeley Times, July 29, 2017, Page 21 “When Todd was in high school, we always used the word ‘composure,’ “ Frank said. “He has kept his composure through good and bad. When he was in a batting slump, he made a positive out of it as he did not let things bother him.” Frank said he saw Frazier, who also starred in basketball for the Indians, play baseball for the fi rst time as a Little Leaguer. “He played the game with passion and was happy and competitive,” Frank said. “He was always happy and always competitive. When he was at South, he would turn it up a notch during batting practice when the (professional) scouts were watching. The more pressure you put on Todd, the better he gets. He likes pressure.” Frazier was selected 34th overall by the Reds in June of 2007 out of Rutgers University. His fi rst major-league season with the Reds was 2011. He came up big off the field with the Reds in 2012, saving the life of a man choking on a piece of steak by administering the Heimlich maneuver. Frazier was named the National League’s Outstanding Rookie by the Major League Baseball Players Association in 2012 while with the Reds. During the 2013 season, Frazier hit a homer for the Reds’ honorary batboy Teddy Kremer, an adult with Down syndrome. Frazier was a National League All-Star in 2014 and 2015. He was the 2015 Major League Baseball All-Star Game spokesperson. He won the Home Run Derby in Cincinnati in 2015 when he was with the Reds and captured the Heart and Hustle Award last season with the White Sox. Frazier sparkled at Rutgers where he was named the 2007 Big East Conference Player of the Year after batting .377, posting a .502 on-base percentage and notching a .757 slugging percentage. His 42 homers and 210 runs scored are career records at Rutgers where he played from 2005-07. “Rutgers was great,” Frazier said. “It was a privilege to play with (coach) Fred Hill Sr. We had a good bunch of guys. We were scrappy. We gave guys a battle. We fought hard. That makes you a better athlete and a better person. Seven guys were drafted with me.” During 2012, Frazier married his longtime girlfriend, Jackie Verdon, a former Rutgers gymnast. In March of 2014, the couple had their fi rst child, a son named Blake. Their daughter, Kylie Kimberly, was born in December of 2015. Frazier’s name graces the Little League field called Frazier Field House. The 220-pound Frazier is a fan of Frank Sinatra, who hailed from Hoboken. He often chooses Sinatra’s songs when he steps to the batter’s box prior to an at-bat. Sinatra music played over the public address system as Frazier stepped into the batter’s box Tuesday night. Frazier’s brother, Jeff, starred at South and Rutgers and played for the Detroit Tigers. Another brother, Charles, excelled at South and was a Florida Marlins farmhand. Charles Frazier pitched to Todd Frazier during the 2014, 2015 and 2016 Home Run Derbys. “Jeff and Charles are here,” Frazier said. “I hope to get my son in our locker room.”
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE One Stop Shop Orthopedics At Northeast Spine And Sports Medicine
By Michael Vandenberg If you’re experiencing pain, the last thing you want to do is travel all over to try and find the best treatment. Would acupuncture be the best route? Physical therapy? Or perhaps you may need to see a surgeon? At NorthEast Spine and Sports Medicine, started by brothers Dr. Lambros Lambrou and Dr. Dimitrios Lambrou, you can find those treatments and many more under one roof, at any one of their locations. I spoke with Dr. Lambros Lambrou about them and their one stop shop facilities. The story of NorthEast Spine and Sports Medicine began when the brothers were both in high school. “We knew that we wanted to do something big together,” said Dr. Lambros Lambrou. They wanted to help people while owning their own business. The brothers thought about being pharmacists or perhaps dentists, but eventually decided on their original idea of being chiropractors. After all the necessary licensing and schooling, they worked together for a year at a large chiropractic practice in Red Bank to polish their skills. In April 2001, when Dr. Lambrou was just 24 years old, they opened their first practice together in Pt. Pleasant. Next came the Jackson office (pictured) in March 2004, and others soon followed. Today, NorthEast has five offices total, including Aberdeen, Manchester, and Barnegat. On
staff are four sports medicine specialists, one orthopedic surgeon, 13 chiropractors, 14 physical therapists, five acupuncturists, one athletic trainer, and many more, making a total of 82 employees throughout the five facilities. They even plan on opening an ambulatory surgery center in Lakewood in August. Such a diversified staff of professionals allows NorthEast to have quite a large variety of treatment options for its patients. If you’ve got back pain, for instance, don’t go to three or four different doctors trying to find the best remedy. At NorthEast, if they don’t have an answer, it doesn’t exist. What’s more, all of their offices carry the same specialties, so you won’t have to drive too far for the care you need. Specifically, NorthEast provides orthopedic surgery, interventional pain management, physical therapy, sports medicine, chiropractic, acupuncture, cold laser, interventional pain management, and much, much more. “We are the only fully integrated brand that offers complete or thopedic care, from all conservative methods to surgery for the extreme cases,” said Dr. Lambrou. “No one else in New Jersey does this.” At NorthEast, being able to offer all of these services is just part of doing whatever it takes to help patients get their lives back. “The vicious cycle of pain hinders all activities of one’s life, from being
able to get to work and pay bills, spending time with loved ones, recreation, exercise, and even household chores,” said Dr. Lambrou. Using all the medical tools in the field to erase the burden of pain and change these people’s lives is the most rewarding part of his job. Dr. Lambrou cited countless examples, like the patient that can finally exercise again to maintain a healthy weight, “or their cardiologist is happy because their blood pressure is down to normal since they were able to star t walking again,” or they didn’t have to cancel that family vacation because they can finally sit on a plane for a long amount of time. Perhaps the most memorable case in particular to Dr. Lambrou was a sister of a patient who came all the way from South Korea to get interventional pain management, epidurals from Dr. Hsu and Dr. Franz. “She stayed here for some time and then went back to her home country a different person,” remembers Dr. Lambrou. “You could clearly see how all of humanity, regardless of race, color, and creed is exposed to suffering in the same way,” and, by the same token, can get life-changing treatment. The overall experience getting such treatment with NorthEast Spine and Sports is made as convenient as possible. Since most patients need to visit the office three times a week, they
Dr. Lambros Lambrou make sure to manipulate the schedule so there are virtually zero wait times. Rehabilitation is a commitment, but it shouldn’t be burdensome. Also, if a patient is upset with, for example, a bill, they will personally get a phone call from a doctor. “The patient must always know and realize the doctor is willing to help in any capacity,” he assures us. And those forms you’re used to seeing as a new patient? You can fill them out online ahead
of time and avoid the hassle of doing it at the office. With convenience like that, why not make an appointment with NorthEast Spine and Sports Medicine? Check out their website, northeastspineandsports. com today for all of their offices’ phone numbers, as well as lots of information on services and treatments. “It’s the positive change that we have in a person’s life that makes us proud to do what we do on a daily basis, consistently,” said Dr. Lambrou.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast
For the week of July 29 - august 4 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): The competitive spirit is cranked up in the week ahead, but that doesn’t mean you must be cranky. Remain objective and don’t let your emotions rule your head as the week progresses. Focus on using your creative flair. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put social outings and purchases on hold the first half of the week. You are always delighted to have someone else along for the ride, but might find that breaking the ice to make new friends is an uphill battle. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Polished manners and etiquette will conquer a lack of enthusiasm from others. An air of formality may permeate social activities this week, but you will shine in a crowd when you discuss new concepts and trendy ideas. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your heart is bigger than your wallet. As this New Moon unfolds a heartrending story may tug on your conscience but it isn’t wise to be too generous. Don’t be cornered into making a financial commitment this week. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The New Moon in your sign may motivate you to begin something new. You may feel more competitive than usual as this week unfolds. A partner may encourage you to lead the way, but others may resent your take charge attitude. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When you are upfront about wants and needs, you can strike a suitable compromise. In the week to come new horizons may appear that you can aim for with simple changes in the way you communicate with others. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may have
your head in the clouds, daydreaming of what could be. Today’s New Moon could very easily mark the beginning of a month in which you are more determined to achieve your goals. Avoid extravagant spending. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Today’s New Moon could mark a new start in your pursuit of career objectives. In the week ahead you may sort through impressions and insights gathered from numerous personal contacts. It is who you know that counts. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You might be caught between a rock and a hard place in the week ahead. Be on your best behavior and give no one a reason to criticize your work or performance. You can’t spend money to make more money. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It is best to keep your mouth shut when the fur is flying. Unsettling frictions could put you on your guard in the week ahead. A whisper of doubt might make you suspect that someone is not completely on the up and up. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The New Moon in your opposite sign might illuminate relationship issues. The ability to communicate clearly is at its best during the next few days. Present your ideas and clear up ongoing issues as the week goes by. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): It isn’t necessary to compete on the job to command respect. In the week to come you may gradually grow to understand that the people you work with or meet in a group setting are all squares connected in the same quilt.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Summer’s Bounty: When Tomatoes Ripen Past Their Prime, Try Drying Them In The Oven By Wolfgang Puck
Yes, I have to admit it: I played a part in the great sun-dried tomato craze of the 1980s. Guests at my original Spago location above Hollywood’s Sunset Strip could enjoy sun-dried tomatoes on pizzas, in pastas and salads, and as part of the sauces or garnishes for grilled or sauteed foods. From their gemlike, deepred color to their chewy texture to their almost candy-sweet f lavor, they were irresistible. But while sun-dried tomatoes continue to be every bit as popular today, far fewer food lovers now consider them a novelty. You might wonder, however, why I would be so enthusiastic about dried tomatoes at a time of year when so many people are enjoying fresh sun-ripened tomatoes. But that’s exactly the point. Right now, even if you have just a few tomato plants in your garden or on your terrace, or you visit the farmers’ market weekly and give in to the temptation to buy an assortment of the beautiful heirloom tomatoes you see on display, you may fi nd it hard to use them all before they ripen past their prime. That’s when it makes sense to start drying them. But few people have the terracotta tile roofs on which tomatoes were originally sun-dried centuries ago in Italy - let alone the reliably sunny, dry climate you would need to ensure that the tomatoes don’t go bad before they dry. That’s why I would like to share my favorite method for preparing dried tomatoes in the oven. I must admit that I like my oven-dried tomatoes even more than many packaged sun-dried products. Why? The simple reason is you can’t always be certain of the quality you’ll get when you buy them in a package, while oven-drying ensures that you control the quality from the moment you select and buy the fresh tomatoes, through the drying process, to the point at which you use them. Oven-dried tomatoes also tend to be a bit more moist and plump than most sundried ones - though that also means that they should be stored in the refrigerator and used within two to three days. Oven-drying also gives you the opportunity to season the tomatoes to taste before the drying begins, enhancing their flavor even more. As you’ll see in the recipe, I like to sprinkle them with a little fresh thyme along with salt, pepper and a small touch of sugar to highlight their natural sweetness. If you like, use a different herb such as oregano or rose-
mary, and feel free to add a touch of spicy red pepper flakes. Keep making new batches through the rest of the season, extending your enjoyment of summer’s tomato bounty while it lasts! OVEN-DRIED TOMATOES Makes about 1 1/4 cups (310 mL) 12 medium organic sun-ripened Roma tomatoes, about 2 pounds (1 kg) total weight 3/4 cup (185 mL) extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra as needed 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves 6 garlic cloves, crushed and peeled 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon sugar Preheat the oven to 250 F (120 C). Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil. Fill a large mixing bowl with ice and water and place it near the stove. With a small, sharp knife, score a shallow X in the flower end of each tomato. Carefully add the tomatoes to the boiling water and blanch them until the skin begins to wrinkle and peel back from the score marks, 15 to 30 seconds. With a wire skimmer or slotted spoon, immediately transfer the tomatoes from the boiling water to the bowl of ice water. Drain the tomatoes and, starting at the scored X, peel them, using your fi ngertips and, if necessary, the knife. With the knife tip, cut out the cores. Cut the tomatoes lengthwise into quarters and, with your fi ngertip, remove the seeds. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the tomato quarters on top, cut side down. Drizzle the 1/4 cup (60 mL) of the oil, sprinkle the thyme, and scatter the crushed garlic cloves over the tomatoes. In a small bowl, stir together the salt, pepper and sugar, and sprinkle the mixture evenly over the tomatoes. Bake the tomatoes until they begin to shrivel and have darkened to a deep red color, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and set aside. When the tomatoes are cool enough to handle, transfer them to a nonreactive container. Pour the remaining 1/2 cup (125 ml) of olive oil over the tomatoes, adding more as needed to cover them completely. Cover the container airtight with a lid or plastic wrap. Refrigerate and use as needed within two to three days.
(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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