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–Photo courtesy Google Maps The intersection of Lakewood-Farmingdale and Randolph Roads where a solid waste transfer site is proposed to be built.
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The 43rd Annual Monmouth County Fair was held July 26 to 30. By Sara Grillo MONMOUTH COUNTY – The 43rd Annual Monmouth County Fair laid out its goods on the East Freehold Showgrounds this year from July 26 to 30, offering up
live music, rides, games, jugglers, animals, and of course, fair food. Although some things have become more modern, the county stuck to its agricultural roots by offering a Living History Tent with
3 Classes Graduate From Monmouth County Fire Academy
By Sara Grillo HOWELL – The Monmouth County Fire Academy on Route 33 recently graduated three classes of first-time firefighters from the Firefighter 1 program. Class 114, 115 and 116 put in 172 hou rs over the cou rse of
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32 sessions, receiving training in rescue, fire extinguishing, hazardous materials response, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, electrical safety, and care of hoses, ladders and other equipment. “As graduates of this fine program (Fire - See Page 7)
quilting, cow milking, butter making, 19th century bread making and banjo music demonstrations. There were also show rings where Robinson’s Racing Pigs and the
By Sara Grillo HOWELL – In the midst of meetings and discussions on the township’s affordable housing obligation and the looming threat of overdevelopment, Howell is facing more potential development on its land – this time in the form of a waste facility. The solid waste transfer station would be designed to accept 1,500 tons of waste per day of bulky clean-up debris and bulky construction debris, according to a notice published by the county. It would require an amendment to the Monmouth County Solid Waste Management Plan and for the developer, Resource Engineering, LLC, to enter into an agreement with the county to make improvements to the intersection of
By Sara Grillo HOWELL – A 24-year-old Trenton man was arrested by Howell Police for his role in selling a lethal combination of drugs that led to the death of a Howell resident earlier this year. The 21-year-old victim, Todd Cogar, was found unresponsive by family members in the early morning hours of March 8. Despite several lifesav-
ing efforts and the use of the opioid reversal drug Narcan, Cogar was pronounced dead around 9:30 a.m. that morning. Responding Howell Police officers were able to recover some of the heroin and fentanyl mixture that led to the overdose, and launched an investigation to determine where the deadly concoction (Police - See Page 4)
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Continued From Page 1 of drugs came from. Assistance during the investigation from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office, Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office and the Federal Bureau of Investigation led to the identification of Christopher McQueen as the seller. Howell Police Officers discovered that the drugs were sold to Cogar by McQueen on March 7 at a motel on Route 1 in Lawrence Township. “Howell officers worked extensively on this investigation understanding the importance of getting to the source of the epidemic,” said Howell Police Chief Andrew Kudrick in a statement. “From the onset, our detectives worked this case as if it was a homicide. They developed leads and used multiple resources to build a strong case. It was then presented to the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office who authorized the criminal charges.” McQueen was charged with first degree Strict Liability for Drug-Induced Deaths, third degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and third degree Unlawful Distribution of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, according to the Prosecutor’s Office. If convicted on the Drug-Induced Deaths charge, he faces a minimum sentence of 10 years in a New Jersey state prison without parole, and a maximum sentence of 20 years. The two third degree charges each carry sentences of five to ten years in prison. Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni commended the Howell Police Department,
as well as the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office and the FBI for their efforts in tracking down the source of the fatal drugs. “The opioid epidemic remains one of the biggest challenges facing our communities,” Gramiccioni warned in a statement. “Often, the drug addict is not even aware that he has been sold fentanyl, a substance that is 50 times more potent than heroin. It is imperative that we do everything possible to help those who have fallen prey to the lure of highly addictive opiates such as heroin. I will continue to bring the fight to all who profit from this crisis.” The opioid crisis has hit Monmouth County particularly hard over the past few years, an issue that Prosecutor Gramiccioni seems well aware of. The most up-to-date drug overdose statistics and number of Narcan deployments for the county are listed on the Prosecutor’s Office website. So far this year, there have been 57 opioid-related overdose deaths and Narcan has been deployed 278 times to reverse an individual from a drug overdose. In June, all public, private and parochial schools in Monmouth County started carrying Narcan kits in the event of a drug overdose happening on school grounds. “While some will claim Mr. Cogar’s actions contributed to his death, we disagree. He had an addiction. He didn’t intend to die. McQueen was responsible for that when he sold him a lethal dose of fentanyl-laced heroin,” said Chief Kudrick. At press time, McQueen was being held in the Monmouth County Correctional Institution pending his first court appearance.
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Continued From Page 1 Randolph Road and Lakewood-Farmingdale Road, including the addition of a traffic signal. A public hearing was scheduled for July 27 at 1 p.m. to discuss the proposed facility during the Monmouth County Freeholder meeting, but the hearing was cancelled. Monmouth County spokeswoman Jennifer Nelson said that in order to recommend the proposal to the State Department of Environmental Protection and hold the hearing, there needed to be unified agreement from Howell Township, which she said there was not. For the time being, the proposal was sent back to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee. Howell Mayor Theresa Berger had penned a letter to be read during that hearing voicing her opposition of the facility, as she was unable to attend. She cited waste vehicles idling, spewing carbon fumes and pollution, and creating heavy traffic in an already congested intersection. In regards to the addition of the traffic light,
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Continued From Page 1 Hell on Wheels BMX Stunt Show performed. Areas were dedicated to the Master Gardeners, Central Jersey Beekeepers Association and Deep Cut Gardens, as well as pottery, rug hooking and woodturning demonstrations. The Fair is presented by the Monmouth
she wrote, “This is patchwork approach that will have only a minor impact on the traffic congestion that would start because of this added operation. It does nothing to address the impact of the noise and smog in this largely residential area of town. This waste facility could also provide an unsightly and likely to be foul-smelling addition to Howell.” “I have always fought against over-development in our township, and I believe that this type of infrastructure would add to the development of Howell in a very industrial and unseemly way, diminishing our home town and family focused town feel,” said Berger. Senator Robert Singer also spoke out against the proposed waste site, penning a letter addressed to Freeholder Director Lillian G. Burry. “This kind of facility could end up causing a lot of headaches for local residents,” Singer wrote. “I have a lot of concerns regarding the environmental impact of the facility, as well as the potential traffic problems it could create. I hope the Freeholder Board considers these issues as they discuss the future of this project.”
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FEATURED LETTER State Should Fix Bus Shelters
(This letter was sent to the Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Transportation.) On behalf of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the residents of Ocean County, I am requesting immediate attention to the deplorable condition of numerous bus shelters throughout the county. As you are aware, Ocean County has one of the highest commuter populations in New Jersey. The purpose of the bus shelter is to provide our hard working citizens protection against the weather and a safe space to assemble while waiting for their bus. Many of the shelters in Ocean County are in poor condition, creating both a safety hazard and blight upon
the community in which they are located. Ocean County is also a premier destination for tourists. Our boardwalks, beaches, amusement parks, and recreational activities have collectively drawn hundreds of thousands of people to Ocean County during the summer season. It is unconscionable that residents and tourists alike must see these unsightly shelters. I urge your office to perform an inventory of the shelters in Ocean County and fix those shelters that have fallen into disrepair. I thank you for your courtesies in this matter and for your anticipated cooperation. Joseph Vicari Ocean County Freeholder Director
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Treat The Whole Patient, Mind And Body In testimony submitted to a joint legislative committee this week, I outlined the Christie Administration’s goal to create a patient-centered system of care that would treat the “whole person” in the same setting and no longer cordon off mental and behavioral services from the rest of medical care. Mental and substance use disorder health care should not be treated any differently than chronic diseases like diabetes or heart disease although, at times, the health care providers may be different. Helping healthy New Jerseyans stay well, preventing those individuals at risk from getting sick, and keeping those individuals with chronic health conditions from becoming sicker—what we call Population Health—is a key focus not only for the New Jersey Department of Health, but also for our health care and community partners around the State. Considering one of the main missions of the department is Population Health, it is impossible to meet the needs of all New Jerseyans by focusing only on their physical health. Mental illness and addictions can influence the onset, progression, and outcome of other illnesses and often correlates with health risk behaviors. The CDC estimates that half of American adults will develop a mental illness during their lifetime, that in any given year, 25% of
American adults experience and addic- will benefit from having their Letters To physical, Themental Editor a mental disorder, and that 1 in 17 American adults lives with a serious mental illness. A CDC report found chronic diseases including diabetes, obesity, and cardiac disease, are associated with mental illness. Similarly, people who suffer from addiction also tend to have one or more co-occurring health issues - chronic diseases; infectious diseases; or mental disorders. A public health crisis in Indiana serves as a recent example of how addiction can lead to further illness. An increase in injection of opioids caused HIV and hepatitis outbreaks in rural Indiana in 2015—leading their governor to declare a public health emergency. Health experts predict the lifetime cost of treatment for those individuals impacted could reach $58 million. Likewise, ensuring that pregnant women who use substances find the help they need to deliver a healthy baby is another critical area where physical and behavioral health care intersect. Many frequent users of Emergency Departments have behavioral health conditions. Appropriate community-based care of their total health needs can reduce reliance on expensive hospital-based care, according to a 2016 study by Seton Hall Law School. The transition to designate the Department of Health as the single state agency to perform the administrative and operational functions of mental health and addiction services will expedite the important integration of
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tions health management. As the state’s public health agency, the Department can identify risk factors, increase awareness about behavioral health and the effectiveness of treatment, reduce health disparities, and remove the stigma that prevents people from seeking and receiving the care they need. In rural Tennessee, Cherokee Health Systems has become a national model for integrating primary care and behavioral health services at 22 Federally Qualified Health Care Center sites. A behavioral health care team is embedded in its primary care practice, and its success has been recognized by the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. A study of Cherokee’s interdisciplinary team approach by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Tennessee found a 68% decrease in emergency room visits, a 32% decrease in referrals to specialists, and an overall 22% reduction in cost. Recognizing the need for better integration, we have already granted a waiver allowing community health centers licensed by the Department to add behavioral health in shared clinical space. This reorganization will allow us to take the next steps to ensure the on-going integration of care. There is no question that the task ahead is challenging, and we understand the concerns that have been articulated. But this reorganization is the first step in advancing a new system of integrated care. As part of this transition, the Department will gain the expertise of the management team and staff who work in and supervise the psychiatric hospitals and oversee hundreds of mental health and substance use disorder contracts. This expertise will add to the Department’s long history of distributing $1.5 billion in community grants annually. Creating a more efficient and coordinated system that treats the whole person is the right move for New Jersey and especially for patients who
behavioral and physical needs met in the same hospital clinic or community health center. Cathleen D. Bennett Commissioner of the NJ Department of Health
Where Are Stories About Immigrants Stealing Jobs? Why is the media bombarding us with heart wrenching stories of illegal immigrants facing deportation? On the hardships they and their families are facing? Where were and are the stories of the American families who were affected by them coming here long ago? Americans lost jobs or had to work for lower wages because they were competing with these people who were willing to work for less. Some of these American families probably couldn’t make ends meet, couldn’t send their children to college, couldn’t pay medical bills, lost homes, and some probably broke up or couldn’t even get started. Where I lived the illegals hung in front of Home Depot stealing construction and other labor intensive jobs. Then the town built a muster zone where they could wait for contractors to pick them up. Then the town started bus routes to pick them up around town and take them to the muster zone and industrial park. I guess you can work cheap when you live in overcrowded housing and get free transportation. I know these events were replicated in other New Jersey towns and I would guess in other states as well. They took construction, cleaning, landscaping, factory and kitchen jobs. Then started families and the media only focuses on them. Many Americans would have done these jobs for a living wage. They knew the risk, they caused hardships for Americans. Now that the laws are being enforced the media is only focusing on their families and completely ignoring the rest of the story. Harold B. VanArsdale Whiting
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HOW WILL BLUECLAWS SALE AFFECT FANS?
By Chris Christopher LAKEWOOD – With the announcement that the Lakewood BlueClaws will be under new ownership, fans wondered how the purchase would change the experience. Shore Town Baseball, a newly formed group headed by minor league baseball veteran Art Matin, has reached an agreement to acquire the operating interest in the BlueClaws. The group includes local investors Bob Tamashunas and Bill Luby. Lakewood is the Philadelphia Phillies’ low Class A affiliate which competes in the South Atlantic League. The BlueClaws, who began play in 2001 and came to Lakewood from Cape Fear, N.C., in January of 2000, had one previous ownership group, American Baseball Ventures. The public face of the ABV was Joseph Finley, whose organization owns the Trenton Thunder, the New York Yankees’ Double A farm team which plays in the Eastern League. “This opportunity with the BlueClaws is certainly very exciting for all of us,” Matin, 60, a Brooklyn, N.Y., resident said prior to the group’s first game as the team’s owners. “Our ownership group is made up of people who love the game of baseball, have extensive experience in owning minor league baseball franchises and bring local knowledge and commitment to the table. We look forward to continuing the tradition of providing fun, family entertainment and exciting professional baseball for decades to come here on the Jersey Shore. I have always
admired the previous BlueClaws ownership group. I thank them for working with us on this opportunity and congratulate them on 17 terrific seasons with the team. “The BlueClaws are an established and successful franchise with a talented and committed staff. We look forward to working together to identify ways we can make an already excellent fan base even better. We also look forward to continuing the BlueClaws’ tradition of being a strong partner in the community. We’re excited to hear from our fans and learn what they like most about coming to BlueClaws games.” Tamashunas, a Rumson resident, said he has attended approximately 15-20 Lakewood games. “We are local,” he said. “We have a good understanding of the importance of this franchise to the community,” he said. “My family and I have always wanted to come back. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Art is one of the more respected executives in all of minor league baseball and it has all come together. This is an opportunity we really could not pass up.” Asked how much Shore Town Baseball paid for the BlueClaws, Matin said, “We can’t disclose that.” Matin said there are several reasons for the purchase of Lakewood, a 6-2 loser to the Hickory (N.C) Crawdads, a Texas Rangers affiliate, in front of an announced crowd of 6,645 fans. “We know a lot about the BlueClaws,” he
said “They are very appealing to us. The fan support is tremendous. And there is the opportunity to partner with the Phillies. There is a good strategic location from the marketing and player development standpoints.” “I am especially excited as a Jersey Shore resident and lifelong Phillies fan to be a part of this ownership group with the BlueClaws,” Tamashunas said. “I know full well that the BlueClaws are a great asset for the Jersey Shore community and look forward to our fans and partners enjoying the BlueClaws experience in the coming years.” “Our nearly two decades with the BlueClaws were gratifying and enjoyable in every way,” said Finley, a New Hope, Pa. resident and an attorney. “I’ve known Art Matin for a decade and with the new ownership group and the talented team of people on the staff the BlueClaws are in very capable hands. We wish the team, fans and sponsors nothing but the best.” The BlueClaws will remain in the Phillies’ system. The two signed a new Player Development Contract last year. It will run through at least the 2020 season. “We are thrilled to welcome Art, Bob, Bill and Shore Town Baseball to the Phillies’ family,” Philadelphia president Andy MacPhail said. “Their passion for the game is outstanding and we know they will do a great job leading the BlueClaws and supporting the Phillies, our young players and coaches. I’d also like to thank Joe Finley and the rest of the outgoing ownership group for 17 great years together in Lakewood. We would also like to express our appreciation to all the fans who have supported the team over the years.” Chris Tafrow, a Toms River High School East graduate who began this season as Lakewood’s general manager, is employed in the marketing department at Rutgers University. Lakewood is in search of a general manager. “We hope to have an announcement before the end of this season,” Matin said. “We’re looking for someone who has meaningful experience in minor league baseball. We want someone who is very good with fans and sponsors and is dedicated to driving a great experience for fans and sponsors.” There is a chance that Lakewood’s home games will be televised live. “I don’t know,” Matin said. “It’s something we are going to look into. We will learn what it takes to make that happen.” Matin said the ownership group will be based in Lakewood. “We won’t have a special office,” he said. “We will use the park.” Matin said he met with the team’s ushers Thursday night. “I received a great vibe,” he said. “I met with as many ushers as I could and thanked them for what they do and for being a part of the team.” Matin was previously the Chief Executive Officer of Mandaly Baseball Properties, which owned and operated nine separate franchises over its existence, including the Dayton, Oh., Dragons (Cincinnati Reds Class A), the Oklahoma City RedHawks (Houston Astros Triple A), Frisco Rough Riders (Frisco, Tx., Texas Rangers Double
A), the Scranton (Pa.) Wilkes-Barre Rail Riders (Triple A), the Hagerstown, Md., Suns (Washington Nationals, South Atlantic League), the Las Vegas 51s (Los Angeles Dodgers Triple A) and the Staten Island, N.Y., Yankees (short-season Class A). This followed a successful career in the technology industry that included senior positions at IBM, McAfee Security, and Veritas. He also served as chairman of MiLB’s Baseball Internet Rights Company from 2010-14. “I have been in baseball for 20 years,” Matin said. “When I got into professional baseball, my wife said, ‘Finally a product you can understand.’ “ Luby, a Fair Haven resident, and Tamashunas are partners at Seaport Capital, a private equity firm that has a history of investing in minor league baseball through its majority ownership of Mandalay Baseball Properties. “Not lost on us is minor league baseball’s perfect combination of affordable family entertainment and terrific professional baseball,” Matin said. “It’s a ton of fun. We want to make sure people have a lot of fun and a terrific experience.” Matin is a graduate of Albany, N.Y., High School where he played baseball. “My baseball career was appropriately short,” said Matin, who graduated from the University of Rochester and the University of Chicago. “I was not very good. I played third base. I had no range and an erratic arm. I had a decent bat. I love the game. I am a lifelong fan. I have seen games in all 30 major league stadiums and my wife went with me to many of them. I have been to countless minor league stadiums.” Matin said he has attended 5-10 Lakewood games at FirstEnergy Park. “It is in great shape,” he said. “It has all of the amenities that parks built in the last couple of years don’t have. We want to make investments and make it better. We are looking at certain aspects of the stadium and the fan experience. We have a long laundry list of ideas to enhance the fan experience. “We have a lot of connecting projects. We have the opportunity to learn more from the fan base and stakeholders of the team. Some fans may say we need new picnic tables. Other fans might say we need a new Kids Zone.” Tamashunas graduated from Holmdel High School, competing in baseball and boys soccer for the Hornets. He resided in Middletown and worked in New York City. “Holmdel is where my baseball career ended,” he said with a smile. The SAL, which utilizes a split-season format, marks the first full professional season for the majority of its players. The Phillies supply Lakewood with its players, manager, coaches, strength and conditioning staff and the medical staff. Philadelphia pays their salaries. Lakewood won the league title in 2006, 2009 and 2010. Numerous major league players have come through Lakewood. They include former Philadelphia stars Cole Hamels and Ryan Howard, former Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz, New York Mets catcher Travis d’Arnaud and Toronto Blue Jays pitcher J.A. Happ. The BlueClaws entered the game with a 14(BlueClaws - See Page 7)
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Continued From Page 1 18 record during the second half the season. They were 54-48 overall. They narrowly missed out on a playoff berth during the first half of the season. Matin said the ownership group’s top priority is providing top entertainment in a family oriented atmosphere. “Winning is an added bonus,” he said. “We don’t have one iota of control in terms of whether the team wins. Dayton holds the record for consecutive sellouts in all of professional sports. It set the record of 815 in 2011 and the streak is still alive. It set the record despite not being very good on the field. It’s much more about the family atmosphere, the food, the fan experience, the parents, the grandparents and the kids. There is something for everyone in minor league baseball.” 7 Million Tickets Sold Rob Merten, 17, of Clark, saw Lakewood play at the stadium for the first time on July 27. His visit was more than just a memory for him. It was an entry into the team’s history books. He was named the team’s seven millionth fan. “It’s pretty cool, pretty exciting,” said Merten, the 222nd fan to enter the stadium at FirstEnergy Park. It was for a regular-season home game. “I was walking in and I had no idea it was happening. All of a sudden, everyone is yelling and cheering and taking my picture. Plus, it’s a milestone for the team and it’s pretty cool to be a part of that.” Merten’s father, Robert, said the family attended the game for a corporate event with Service Corporation International. The family viewed the game from a private box behind home plate and from a picnic area. Other family members on hand were Rob Merten’s sister, Amanda, and Robert Merten’s wife, Donna. “We see them (team workers) with a megaphone and we have no clue what’s going on,” Robert Merten said. “I see them counting down the fans and I said, ‘This could be us.’ I was only here one other time when a nephew,
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Continued From Page 1 you will embark on a rewarding path of public service on behalf of your friends, your neighbors and your community,” Freeholder Deputy Director John P. Curley said in his address to the class. “By virtue of becoming a volunteer firefighter you have already gone above and beyond the call of duty. Be assured it is not something we forget or take lightly. I congratulate each and every one of you and on behalf of those you will protect, I thank you for your dedication to saving lives and property.” A graduate from each class was eligible for the Ronald Fitzpatrick Award, named in memory of a former Monmouth County Fire Academy instructor who died in the line of duty in 2003. In Class 116, graduates Richard J. Marrone and Christopher Radmonovich both excelled in classroom and practical training and tied for the award. The award recipient for Class 114 was Peter P. Realmuto, Jr. and for Class 115 it was
The Howell Times, August 5, 2017, Page 7 Tom LaTorre, played in a game involving his traveling team.” “I did not really know what was happening until I walked through,” Rob Merten said. “My father was sure it was going to be him, but it ended up being me.” Rob Merten, a rising senior at Arthur L. Johnson High School in Clark, received Lakewood tickets and a personal parking spot for the 2018 home season, a team item signed by Lakewood players, a seven-millionth fan Lakewood jersey and waiter-waitress service Thursday night. He threw out the ceremonial first pitch Thursday night. He wore the jersey and a smile Thursday night. “I kept hearing someone shouting, ‘30 (seconds left), 25 (seconds) left,’ “ he said. “I walked through the gate and everyone was asking me my name and taking my picture. I have never won anything big in my life.” Rob Merten, a New York Yankees fan, said he enjoyed the game and the experience. “It looks like they are doing pretty well in terms of them playing,” said Rob Merten, who competes in boys lacrosse, boys swimming, cross country and track in high school. “Nothing really needs to change. I had the classic feeling of sitting down, watching the game and eating hot dogs. There is nothing that I would want the ownership to change.” Lakewood is the fastest team in New Jersey and SAL history to attract seven millions fans to regular-season home games. The team has attracted 228,392 fans to FirstEnergy Park this year. The team has attracted 7,006,423 fans since coming to Lakewood, which has led New Jersey and the SAL in attendance each year since its 2001 inception. “Seven million is very exciting,” Matin said. “I feel it’s very cool. It’s a big number. The team is extremely well run. It was real exciting to watch that young man come through the gate.” FirstEnergy Park has played host to numerous community, entertainment and youth baseball events. “We will continue to use the stadium as fully as we can for community organizations,” Matin said. “We want to provide entertainment and youth baseball events.”
Robert M. Lange. The graduation ceremony for the 58 firefighters was attended by Monmouth County Fire Marshal Kevin A. Stout and Fire Academy Director Anthony Avillo, as well as Freeholder John P. Curley, Freeholder Director Lillian G. Burry, Freeholder Thomas A. Arnone and Freeholder Serena DiMaso, Esq. “I am very proud of all of our graduates, but these classes are special because they mark the transition to Monmouth County’s new Fire Training Facility,” said Stout in a statement. “I am confident that that our upgraded infrastructure has provided a solid foundation on which these men and women can build their firefighting careers. They have completed the best and most comprehensive training available from highly qualified instructors.” Thousands of firefighters receive training from and graduate from the Monmouth County Fire Academy every year. For more information about the facility, go to visitmonmouth.com.
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NEW JERSEY – United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties is holding its annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive at five locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties to meet the growing demand for school supplies needed by children throughout the community. Sponsored by J.F. Kiely Construction Co. and New Jersey Natural Gas, the drive is designed to help ensure that all children begin the school year with the tools they need to succeed. “Providing these educational supplies helps support a child’s ability to learn while removing some of the financial burden from both parents and teachers,” says Timothy Hearne, President & CEO of United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. “Donations from the Stuff the Bus drive allow children from low-income households to focus on their assignments instead of worrying about whether they have the tools to complete them.” Stuff the Bus events will be held at five local stores, all from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., where shoppers are invited to donate new school supplies to the drive:
August 5 at Walmart in Brick and Walmart in Freehold. August 12 at Wegmans in Ocean Township, Walmart in Manahawkin and Walmart in Neptune. In addition to providing an opportunity to donate school supplies, United Way offers volunteers a way to give their time to the drive. Volunteers ages 12 and up are needed at the community events. Interested volunteers can register by contacting Jackie Liguori at 848206-2037 or jliguori@uwmoc.org. For more information about the Stuff the Bus drive and United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, please visit uwmoc.org. United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties fights for the education, health and financial stability of residents in Monmouth and Ocean counties. The organization partners with area nonprofits, businesses, schools, governments, individuals and volunteers to build initiatives that create lasting change while encouraging others to give, advocate and volunteer for the benefit of our community.
Free Financial Planning Consultation For Veterans
WALL – Codacovi & Associates, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., invites U.S. military veterans and their families to a unique financial planning opportunity. Whether you’re new to financial planning or an experienced investor, you have the opportunity to meet with Scott Codacovi, a local Ameriprise financial advisor, to help empower you to reach your financial goals. Every Friday, beginning in August, we invite veterans to a complimentary initial consultation. Visit our office in Wall Township for help with your finances and enjoy light refreshments. Ameriprise Financial is a financial services
company built on a heritage of more than 120 years. Ameriprise Financial focuses on creating sound financial plans, cultivating ongoing relationships and helping clients take steps toward their financial future. During your complimentary initial consultation, you’ll review your financial situation and be introduced to the Ameriprise Financial Confident Retirement approach. The Confident Retirement approach is a straightforward framework to help you create a personalized financial plan that addresses your goals and offers solutions to help you reach them. To find out more or to schedule your complimentary initial consultation, contact Scott Codacovi at 732-800-3055.
Bugs, Birds & Beyond Festival
FREEHOLD – The Master Gardeners of Monmouth County and Rutgers 4-H Youth Development of Monmouth County are hosting a Bugs, Birds and Beyond festival for children of all ages on Saturday, August 19 from 12 to 4 p.m., rain or shine, at the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Agricultural Building, 4000 Kozloski Road. The nature festival will feature Rappin’ with Raptors, presented by the Tenafly Nature Center, as well as educational displays, ac-
tivities, games crafts, live butterflies, snakes, turtles, rabbits, insects and bees, animal scat and track identification, composting demos, gardening Q&A with Rutgers Master Gardeners and guided tours of the five gardens. There will also be ice cream, honey, jams and fresh produce available for purchase. For more information, call the Master Gardeners at 732-303-7614 or Rutgers 4-H Youth Development at 732-431-4260, ext. 7264.
Fall Vendor/Craft Fair
HOWELL – Congregation Ahavat Olam is hosting its 2nd Annual Vendor/Craft Fair on October 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in its Social Hall, 106 Windeler Road. Reserve your space as soon as possible, as spots will fill up quickly. Vendors will get free coffee and donuts during set up and receive
assistance with setting up an internet hot spot. Electrical outlets will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Call Bev Rosenberg at 848-459-7150 or Bernie Rosenberg at 732-580-7754 or Roberta Levine at 908-783-0447 for more information or email vendorcraftfair@cao-nj.org.
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COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS
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–Photo courtesy Howell Police HOWELL – Over 1,000 people showed up to the Howell Police Department’s Operation Pol-Ice Cream event on July 26 at Ice Cream on 9. Similar to Coffee with a Cop, the event was meant to encourage community building and provide a way for Howell residents to get to know their local police officers. In a Facebook post, the Howell Police thanked everyone who came out to the event and to the Krist Family of Ice Cream on 9 who opened their doors to host it.
Caring For Your Grandkids? Keep Them Safe!
HOWELL – Howell Library is presenting the program “Keeping Your Grandkids Safe and Happy While in Your Care!” at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, August 15. Current trends in child safety in the home, outdoors and on the road will be discussed. This program will be especially useful for anyone who provides childcare for their grandchildren.
The program is presented by Kelly DeLeon, the community health educator at Monmouth Medical Center South, and the Safe Kids Ocean County Coalition coordinator. The Howell Library is located at 318 Old Tavern Road. To reserve a seat for this program, call the library at 732-938-2300 or register online at monmouthcountylib.org.
Howell Senior Center Offering Beginner iPad Class
HOWELL – The Howell Senior Center will be offering a 4-week beginner iPad class starting on Thursday, August 10. The cost for all four classes is $10. The class will run from 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. Please be aware that all participants must bring an iPad to every class.
If you would like to register or need more information, contact Carol at 732-938-4500, ext. 2554. You must be a registered member of the Howell Senior Center to attend this class. To be eligible for membership at the Center, you must be a Howell resident and at least 60 years of age.
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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. There are a few words that terrify people as soon as their uttered by a physician. One of them is Alzheimer’s disease. When you hear that word, it’s like time stops. A new report has considered the fear that we have when it comes to Alzheimer’s. Researchers evaluated 1,641 adults over the age of 50 and found that certain factors are known to increase our fear of developing Alzheimer’s, not the disease itself, but fear of getting it. What are the three factors? 1. Stress 2. Genetics 3. Self-determined faulty memory Stewing about these factors doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going down the rabbit hole. I worry more about you getting diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, when you don’t have it! That’s the sad reality that happens every day! How do I know? People get smacked with labels constantly, and dropped into the sinking ship called the “medical system” that is frequently too quick to cut, poison and burn. There’s a difference between an ailing memory and Alzheimer’s disease. It’s common sense. According to preliminary results from a new study presented recently in London, diagnosing Alzheimer’s is a guessing game. Doctors evaluated 4,000 Medicare patients who had mild cognitive impairment or dementia, and discovered that that many of them definitively do not have Alzheimer’s! Could you be one of those elderly people that have reduced memory function, but not actually Alzheimer’s disease? The treatment differs, you know.
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The average retail price for a month supply of a popular Alzheimer’s medication is $497 of cold, hard cash. One challenge we have is that well-meaning doctors don’t even think twice about prescribing Alzheimer’s medications. Adding to the challenge, pharmaceutical companies promote the glories of said-drug, adding to the indiscriminate prescribing problem, which in my honest opinion, is already haphazard. So unfortunately, Alzheimer’s is a guessing game. We know patients tend to have sticky clumps of beta-amyloid in their brains. You can see these using PET-scans (often not reimbursed), or via painful spinal taps. So obviously, most people do not endure these expensive or invasive procedures. They are told they have Alzehimer’s anyway, without a definitive diagnosis, often based on their poor memory recall or recent personality changes. Down the rabbit hole you go. Some practitioners don’t think with enough compassion or they wouldn’t toss the name “Alzheimer’s” out so fast. I’ve been on the other side of this (not personally) but close enough to see how families get ruined, how lives and finances become catastrophic due to one word, perhaps mold, or Lyme, or Alzheimer’s, or “insert your disease here.” What can be measured? Quinolinic acid (from the substrate L-tryptophan). It can be evaluated and while having high levels doesn’t equate to Alzheimer’s, it’s better than diagnosing on symptoms. We do know this compound is generated in excess in people with Alzheimer’s disease. If you’d like to read a more detailed version sign up for my newsletter at SuzyCohen.com and I’ll email it to you.
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Summer Tourists Should Treat The Shore Like Home Dear Joel, I would just like to weigh in on summer visitors to the shore. I live near the beach and I love it. Every year, the locals complain about crowded restaurants, traffic, noise and bad behavior. I appreciate their visits and the business they bring to our area’s merchants who depend on them, but I admit, I’ve thought some pretty unkind things too. I wish people would realize that this area is our home. Maybe if you said something, they would act like guests in our home instead of invaders. Your thoughts? Kelly, Point Pleasant Beach Dear Kelly, I agree. Summer tourists are an essential part of the economy, and their visits always mean more traffic and fewer parking spaces and tables in restaurants. They can’t help that. That being said, visitors should remember
that people do live here. Hopefully now that TV shows like Jersey Shore are off the air people will remember their manners. There are plenty of places to go if you want to make some noise – like the amusement parks, racetrack and nightclubs, but blasting radios at the beach, talking loudly in the streets after 11 p.m., leaving trash around or being rude to service people just because you’ll never see them again is unacceptable. The shore people look forward to your visits and get ready to welcome you. Please treat the shore as a place you want to visit, not a place you want to get away from. Happy summer to all. Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio.com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM
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CentraState To Open New Health Pavilion At Marlboro
FREEHOLD – CentraState is set to open the CentraState Health Pavilion at Marlboro in fall 2017. The Pavilion will house the Family Practice of CentraState, which is relocating from Freehold Boro, as well as a full-service physical, occupational and speech therapy department, laboratory services, and specialty physician offices, all under one roof. The Pavilion will also be home to Immediate Care Medical Walk-In of Marlboro, an urgent care center open seven days a week, with medical services overseen by board-certified emergency physicians affiliated with CentraState. CentraState has also partnered with Immediate Care WalkIn Management, LLC at the CentraState Health Pavilion at East Windsor and in their
Brick location. The CentraState Health Pavilion at Marlboro will be located in the newly constructed Marlboro Medical Arts Building at 479 Newman Springs Road. For more information on the new facility and all of the services housed in the Pavilion, call 866-CENTRA7 (866-236-8727) or visit CentraState.com/Marlboro. CentraState Healthcare System is a nonprofit community health organization consisting of an acute-care hospital, a health and wellness campus, three senior living communities, a Family Medicine Residency Program and a charitable foundation. CentraState’s teaching program is sponsored by Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
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FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Board of Health Department, along with the NJ Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, provide free monthly eye screenings. Meridian Health Care provides free testing for BMI, diabetes, cholesterol and bone density.
The testing is the second Monday of each month from 3 to 6 p.m. at the health department, 3435 Route 9. Upcoming dates include August 14, September 11, November 13 and December 11. To make an appointment, call 732-4317456. Press “1” when prompted.
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Six Flags Great Adventure August Events
Fright Fest Zombie Auditions and Technical Support – August 11, 12, 18, 19 and 26. Calling all those who have a passion for Halloween, Six Flags Great Adventure is casting for the 2017 Fright Fest season. Interested zombies, ghouls and goblins are welcome to this open audition and should come prepared to participate in fun group exercises in front of a panel of judges. No costumes, props or previous experience is required. Performers should visit sixflagsjobs.com to apply online prior to the audition. The park is also looking for audio/visual/special effects technicians for Fright Fest. Interested applicants should contact the Entertainment Department at rzumsteg@sftp.com. Fright Fest Dance Auditions in New York City – August 11. Great Adventure’s iconic show “Dead Man’s Party” and the new “Unleashed” stage show are looking for exceptional dancers trained in jazz, musical theater, hip-hop and partnering. An open casting call will take place on Friday, August 11 at 9:30 a.m. Dancers are encouraged to bring a variety of dance shoes, ready to learn choreography and freestyle with zombie spirit. Auditions will be held at the iHeart Radio Theater, 32 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY. Caribbean Concert featuring R. City, Ultimate Rejects and Voice – August 12. Six Flags Great Adventure welcomes guests to attend a Caribbean concert with R. City, Ultimate Rejects and Voice on August 12 in the Northern Star Arena. R. City’s Theron and Timothy Thomas are brothers from the U.S. Virgin Islands who ventured to Miami in 2000 to pursue their music career. In 2006, their first song “The Rain” was featured on Akon’s album Konvicted. Their 2015 hit “Locked Away” with Maroon 5’s Adam Levine peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100. Ultimate Rejects have Caribbean origins and are comprised of a team of highly-skilled producers and DJs who create and perform electronic dance music. The show takes place at 7:30 p.m. and is included with theme park admission. Medieval Times® Knight Demonstration – August 12. Witness a live sword fight at Six Flags Great Adventure on Saturday, August 12 on Main Street for some medieval fun. Two dueling knights, a king, princess and a chancellor will be on hand from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Q&A sessions, photo opportunities and giveaways. Don’t forget to come back to Main Street at 1 and 4 p.m. for a duel between knights. All medieval events are included with theme park admission, Season Pass or active Membership. Sleep N’ Soar for National Roller Coaster Day – August 16. Join Six Flags Great Adventure and Greg T from Z100’s Elvis Duran Morning Show to set the world record for the most guests riding a roller coaster in pajamas. Guests should come to the park dressed in their best Super Hero pajamas, or can purchase a Super Hero onesie from the park. The park will open at 9:30 a.m. and guests 54” and taller will ride BATMAN: The Ride for the world record from 10 to 11 a.m. For more information, visit sixflags.com/greatadventure. Event is free with theme park admission, Season Pass or active Membership. (Park dress code policies apply to pajamas.) Mega Concierto Del Verano En Six Flags – August 19. Celebrate the summer at Great Adventure with Ivy Queen, Jowell Y Randy, Secreto and Alex Sensation for the MIKE AND IKE® Summer Concert Series Mega Concert of the summer, Ivy Queen is a rapper, singer,
songwriter, producer and actress from Puerto Rico. As a Grammy nominee for her 2012 album Musa, she’s been referred to as the Queen of Reggaeton. Jowell Y Randy is a reggaeton duo from Puerto Rico, having released multiple popular albums including their most recent mixtape, La alcaldia del perreo. Secreto, an urban music artist from Dominican Republic, performs rap, hip hop, and reggaeton among many other styles. He’s considered one of Dominican Republic’s most successful urban artists. Alex Sensation is a popular NYC DJ, hosting two shows on La Mega 97.9 FM, and was featured on “Balada” by Gusttavo Lima, which reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Tropical Song List in 2012. The concert will be held in the Northern Star Arena at 7:30 p.m. Entrance to the concert is included with theme park admission, Season Pass or active Membership. The Great Coaster Race – August 20. Six Flags Great Adventure is hosting a 5k/10k race that’s unlike any other. Participants will race like never before, soaring through either race based on roller coaster track distance and raising money for a great cause. Space is limited, so interested participants should register soon. Visit sixflags.com/greatadventure for more information, a full schedule and to register online. MercyMe in Concert – August 26. Six Flags Great Adventure will host MercyMe in Concert on August 26, as part of the MIKE AND IKE® Summer Concert Series. MercyMe have had 27 songs reach number 1 across multiple Christian radio formats over their 23 year career. Their landmark song, “I Can Only Imagine,” was the first digital single in Christian music history to be certified platinum and double-platinum by the RIAA. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Northern Star Arena, and is included with theme park admission. DC Super Hero Summer: EMS Appreciation Day – August 26. As part of the DC Super Hero Summer, Six Flags salutes super heroes of service with EMS Appreciation Day. EMS, their friends and family are invited to stay in the park for 90 minutes after it closes for exclusive ride time on BATMAN: The Ride, THE DARK KNIGHT Coaster and the all-new JUSTICE LEAGUE: Battle for Metropolis 4D. Bill Spadea from NJ 101.5 and Chasing News will be at the park to honor EMS for all they do. EMS are asked to bring their ID to the NJ 101.5 table located in the Movietown section of the park to receive an event wristband. Guests are also encouraged to submit names to be added to the Wall of Heroes on display in the park. Nominations can be submitted to njspecialevents@sixflags.com for consideration. Central Jersey Blood Center Blood Drive – August 27. Join the Jersey Blood Center on August 27 as they host a blood drive at Six Flags Great Adventure. The blood drive will take place in the Employment Center parking lot from 8 a.m. through 4 p.m., and each donor will receive one theme park ticket valid for Six Flags Great Adventure. Appointments are strongly encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Visit sixflags.com/greatadventure under the “events” tab for more information and to sign up for an appointment. 2018 New Attraction Announcement – August 31. Stay tuned as Six Flags Great Adventure announces a thrilling, “world’s first” attraction for 2018 via its website and social media at 5 a.m. Video, photos and a press release will showcase all of the exciting details of this new project, slated to open late Spring 2018.
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The New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act allows for numerous benefits should you sustain an injury out of and in the course of your employment. Please allow this article to provide you with a checklist to determine whether you are receiving the appropriate benefits under the law. Did you report your accident or injury to your employer? By statute you are provided a short period of time to actually notify your employer of the injury. The most restrictive notice requirement is applied when a hernia is alleged, as you have only forty-eight (48) hours to report this. Although other accidents and injuries allow for more leniency, as you may be entitled to medical treatment, all injuries should be reported as soon as possible. Have you sought medical treatment? After providing notice to your employer that you have sustained an injury, you should seek medical attention immediately, should same be necessary. The longer that one waits to request medical treatment, the harder it will be to causally connect the injury to the incident at work. In addition, injuries often respond better to appropriate medical treatment provided in a reasonable time, rather than allowing the injury to worsen before attempting treatment. Has your employer notified the workers’ compensation insurance carrier? This is important so that you are provided with a claim number to provide to medical providers to insure payment on your behalf. Also, although you provide notice to your employer, future endeavors relative to the claim will be more efficiently completed if the carrier is immediately put on notice. Has your employer or its workers’ compensation insurance carrier provided you with a medical professional with whom to seek medical treatment? On some occasions, the employer may indicate that you should seek treatment and bring the employer any outstanding medical bills. This is contrary to the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act and usually signifies that the carrier has not yet been notified. It is important that you understand that the employer, through its carrier, has the right to choose the physicians from whom you receive medical treatment for compensable injuries. A physician you choose, with the intention of providing bills to the employer, is not authorized and may not be recognized by the carrier in the future. Is the physician with whom you are
treating providing you with reasonable and necessary medical Christopher R. Shea Esq. treatment? It is important that you provide the authorized medical professional with all of your medical complaints that are related to the compensable injury, and that all of those complaints are addressed by that physician. Are you receiving temporary disability benefits through the workers’ compensation carrier for 70 % of your standard average weekly wage? This is required in the event that the authorized physician indicates that you are temporary totally disabled, or able to return to modified duty which can not be accommodated by your employer. Temporary disability through your employer is not the same as disability through the State and need not be applied for. In the event that you are instructed to apply for disability through the State, you are not getting the benefit as provided by Statute. After completion of your medical treatment and temporary disability benefits, have you received compensation for the permanent disability arising out of your compensable injury? If you have received benefits, have you contacted an attorney to determine whether these benefits are consistent with the injury and disability you sustained? Although this checklist may not be comprehensive, it is a starting point to determine whether you are receiving the appropriate benefits under the law. Should any of the above not be consistent with the benefits you are receiving, there are actions that may be taken by an attorney to bring your matter before the court so that the issues may be resolved. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates 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, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney. Call or visit our firm at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, Manchester Area 732-4089455 or our Brick Area at 732-451-0800, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at rcshea.com.
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New Jersey Natural Gas Encourages Customers To Always Call 811 Before They Dig
NEW JERSEY – New Jersey Natural Gas is reminding homeowners and contractors – whoever is going to dig – to call 811 at least three business days prior to excavating to ensure all public underground utilities are properly marked. It’s free and it’s the law. Careless digging can result in the disruption of vital services, property damage, repair costs, fines and even injuries. According to the Common Ground Alliance, every six minutes an underground utility line is damaged because someone decided to dig without fi rst calling 811. Every digging project requires a call to 811 and should
only begin after the site has been marked. Dialing 811 will connect residents to New Jersey One Call, which notifies the appropriate utility companies of their intent to dig. Professional locators will then visit the dig site to mark the approximate locations of underground utilities with flags, paint or both. Yellow indicates a natural gas line. “With spring here, and home and business owners eager to start outdoor projects, we strongly encourage everyone to call 811, no matter the size of the project” said Mariellen Dugan, chief operating officer at New Jersey Natural Gas. “Most importantly, by
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of underground natural gas lines. Respect all markings. Take a photo of the markout because inclement weather may wash away painted markings. Move the location of the project if it is near utility line markings. Dig with care – hand dig within two feet of marked underground utility lines. For more information about 811 and safe digging practices, visit nj1-call.org or the My Safety section of njng.com. In the event of damage to a natural gas pipeline immediately call 911 followed by a call to NJNG at 800-GAS-LEAK (427-5325).
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CLASSIFIEDS Auto For Sale Items For Sale Help Wanted 2001 Ford Crown Victoria LX - “V8. Auto. All power. Leather. Alloy wheels. 80K. Black. Senior owner, Holiday City. $2,900. 732-604-2704. (34)
2 Bookcases - Doors on bottom. Matching desk. $700 firm. 732-716-1737. (32)
2002 Explorer - 4x4. Loaded, 165K. $2,995. 732-350-3146. (33)
Kayaks - Old Town Loon III and Wilderness. System PamLico 120. $500 each. 609-971-8740. Bulkhead Ladder, $150. (33)
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Crestwood Village - 55+. Non smoker. Working person. 1 car only. $950 plus utilities. Credit check. Put back woods. 609-994-8644. (33) Affordable Properties In Ocean County CAPC, LLC - Is offering two units for rent. Three and four bedroom, single-family homes in Toms River for $1,205. These properties are restricted based on income. Application forms can be obtained from 421 Halsey Street in Newark; between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications can also be obtained by emailing clients@njclf.com or our website capcnj.org/apply. All individuals and families may apply. Priority will be given to qualified Sandy impacted residents/households. (34)
Real Estate ADULT 55+ COMMUNITY Homestead Run - Toms River. Purchase or rental. 2 BR, 1 or 1.5 Bath. Immediate occupancy. Call 732-370-2300. (34)
Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Cash Paid - For vintage saxophones and World War II military items. E-mail: mymilitarytoys@optonline. net or call 609-581-8290. (33) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) WE BUY USED CARS - Any condition, any make, any year. We also specialize in buying Classic Porshe, Mercedes and Jaguar running or not, DEAD OR ALIVE. 609-598-3622. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)
Registered Nurse – The Pines at Whiting is looking for two compassionate RN’s to provide care to residents in our skilled nursing/rehab community. Minimum 1-2 years experience required as well as experience with EMR. One RN 7-3 (22.50 hours a week e/o), and one RN 3-11 (16 hours a week e/o w/e). For immediate consideration apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732849-2047 or email resume to rscully@ thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (34) FT/PT Weekend CNA/CHHA The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’s/CHHA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living Unit and Skilled Nursing units. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further! Full Time 3-11. Excellent benefit package for Full Time employees. Stop in today to learn more. Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7 Special weekend rates of $14 - $16/hour depending on community. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (32) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Full or Part Time Laborer/Apprentice - In Jackson. Will train. Benefits available for full time employees. Call 732-928-2100. (34) Full Time Teller/Pawn Clerk Ocean Check Cashing, 970 Route 166 Toms River, NJ. 732-2442814. 45 hours plus per week, includes every Saturday. Duties are as follows: banking experience, have knowledge of verifying and identifying fraud, good customer service skills, good communication skills, cash handling experience, knowledge of filing SARS/CTRS, retention, knowledge of Ebay. Good starting salary. Paid vacation. Some cross selling a plus. Please send resume to michalvv@aol.com. (35) Teacher- FT - Pre-Kindergarten. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (36) Community Resource Center Driver Wanted for Mental Health Agency in Brick. Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.; 2:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Candidate must have valid NJ driver’s license with a clean driving record. Please call 732-255-9102, ext. 4. (35) Personal Care Assistant - Full Time with benefits to help our assisted living residents with laundry, bed making, and meals. Hours 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. and includes e/o weekend. Rate is $9/hour. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (32) Part Time - Jackson helper/apprentice. Working papers require for 17 & under. Call 732-928-2100. (34) Teacher - FT- Two’s. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (36)
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Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Celebrating 50 years of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-5003063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service. Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400. Special spring discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (28) Live-in Caregiver - With 20 years experience. Seeking employment to care for elderly, to do cooking, shower, medication and cleaning. Excellent references. Call Nelly 732-853-2386. (30) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (35) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (39) All Around Yard And Home Maintenance – Outdoor, indoor work done to your satisfaction. Spring thru Winter. Cleaning, home repairs, yard upgrades, etc. References upon request. Very diligent. Fair estimates. Eddie Zsoka 732-608-4781. (31) Interior and Exterior Painting – Insured all calls returned. References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH4548900. Tommy call 609-661-1657. (34) Do You Need Someone - To take care of your loved one in the evenings Monday through Friday? Call Janet 732-409-7794 (Howell, Freehold and Jackson). (35) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678. (33) All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting - Painting, kitchens, bath, basements, etc. Remodeled, flooring, carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters, etc. “Any to do list.” No job too big or small, we do it all. $ave - Veterans discount. Call Clark 732-850-5060. (t/n) Nice Polish Lady - Can take care of elderly. Available days. Have car for shopping, doctor visits. 20 years experience. Call Krystyna 973-568-0714. (34) Buy Direct Flooring - Laminates, luxury Vinyl $2.65’ installed, plush, berber $1.65’ installed, quality remnants, hardwood. Owner installed. County #2006052978. 732-504-9286. (36)
Services Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors. Very neat. Special senior discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low spring rates. License #13VH3846900. 732-899-4470 or (34) 732-814-4851. Thank you. Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (30)
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Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (t/n) Daycare Provider - With 20 years experience. Excellent references. Looking to care for infant in her Howell home. Rt. 9-Adelphia Road. 732-905-1457. (36)
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MONMOUTH COUNTY – This August go kayaking on the Navesink, see history come to life, discover what lives in Sandy Hook Bay, and more! Throughout the month, the Monmouth County Park System has planned the following family-friendly activities: Naturalist Guided Drop-In Kayak Tour – August 15 from 2 – 3:30 p.m. August 29 from 2 – 3:30 p.m. Swimming River Park, Red Bank. Explore the river with a Park System Naturalist. All equipment provided on a first come, first served basis. Open to ages 12 & up, under 18 with paying adult. Cost is $20 per person, cash or check only. Tidal Tuesdays – August 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 11 a.m. Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan. Join a Park System Naturalist to discover exciting things about nature and our coastal habitats. Each week take part in a different activity such as meeting creatures that we find in our seine net or creating crafts from natural materials found along the shore. Programs run for about 30-60 minutes. For details on the activity for the week, please call 732-751-9453. FREE! Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay – Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, through August 25 from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth. Join us for this handson nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures as we pull a seine net through the calm waters of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the park entrance. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. Weather permitting. FREE! Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir – August 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 2, 3 & 4 p.m., August 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27 at 2, 3, 4 & 5 p.m. Manasquan Reservoir, Howell. These 45-minute tours are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. The Casual Birder – August 17 at 9 a.m. Tatum Park, Middletown - Meet in the Holland Activity Center parking lot. Join a Park System Naturalist for this laid-back morning bird walk. We’ll meander for about an hour and see what birds we can find. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy this walk. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow if needed. Open to ages 8 and up. FREE! Enviro-Quest – August 10 at 11 a.m. Turkey Swamp Park, Freehold – Start in the parking lot nearest the Shelter Building. August 17 at 11 a.m. Big Brook Park, Marlboro – Start in the grass parking lot near the pond. August 24 at 11 a.m. Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth – Start in the Activity Center parking lot. August 31 at 11 a.m. Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen – Start in the Monastary Lane parking lot. Follow the Enviro-Quest signs to where a Park System Naturalist is waiting. Once there, join in nature-related activities, crafts or games for 30–60 minutes of nature fun. FREE! Thompson Park Canoe Rentals – August 19 & 20 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Thompson Park, Lincroft. Canoes will be available for rent on Marlu Lake. All equipment provided; limited number of canoes available. Open to ages 3 and up, under 18 with adult. Fee is $15 per boat for 1-3 people for two hours. Cash or check only. Mill Demonstration – August 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27 from 1-4 p.m. Historic Walnford,
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Upper Freehold. See the 19th century gristmill in action. FREE! Open Ceramics – August 6 from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Thompson Park Creative Arts Center, Lincroft. Choose from a large selection of bisque fired pottery pieces to glaze and make your own. Children age 12 and under are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $6 per hour plus price of bisque ware, cash or check only. Pieces will be fired
in about a week. Ice Cream: Edible History – August 6 at 3 p.m. Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Help crank, and then consume, several ice cream batches made from historic recipes. FREE! Seabrook-Wilson House Tours – August 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 1 – 4 p.m. Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth. Visit this house, which dates back to the early 1700s, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local
history. FREE! Butterfly Walk – August 11 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Manasquan Reservoir, Howell – Meet in the Environmental Center parking lot. August 25 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Thompson Park, Lincroft – Meet in the Marlu Lake parking lot. Together with a Park System Naturalist identify butterflies found along the trail. Walk may be a mile or more. Open to ages 7 and up, under 18 with adult. FREE!
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of august 5 - august 11 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Sometimes you want what you want when you want it. You may insist on having your own way despite the appearance of being illogical. Don’t buck the system or swim against the currents and the tides in the week ahead. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your focus in the week to come may be on getting things done by dealing with groups of people. You may find it easy to be inspired by your partner’s dynamic dreams just don’t forget to pay attention to the details. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You don’t need to promise someone the moon and the stars. In the week to come it isn’t necessary to bend over backwards to please a special someone. Be content to be admired and adored for just being yourself. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Open the windows for a breath of fresh air. This is a good week to escape from people or situations that have stifled your happiness. You could receive a great deal of attention from others due to a new toy or interest. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You are quick to grasp concepts before you float on to a new one. By embracing inspiring ideas you can plow your way through things that normally make you impatient. Keep edginess under control in the week ahead. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Facing reality still leaves a lot to the imagination. Your down to earth nature may be uplifted by new friends and fantasies as this week passes by. New social contacts encourage you to enjoy a more serene and sociable mood. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Play with the
cards in your hand. You may be challenged in the week ahead when you are dealt some wild cards. Find inspiration by appreciating the people or things within walking distance or in the local community. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Sheep enjoy the presence of a sheepherder. You might be intrigued by an offer to join a group or organization in the week ahead. New friends may inspire you to try something that may become a fascinating and passionate pastime. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Delay your pleasures and pleasures may be heightened. The flames of love may act as a pilot light until you meet a deadline or complete a project. Remain focused on honoring your commitments in the week ahead. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It takes two to tango. Working with a friend or in a group setting can help you shine even if you don’t have a dance floor handy. Ask for assistance with a project or popularize your cause as the week unfolds. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Count your change twice, and then count it again. In the week ahead your assets may shrink through no fault of your own, but you are especially prone to carelessness about your possessions and mat lose some pennies. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Distance provides a more objective view. Stand back from a relationship so that emotional issues do not undermine basic trust and attunement. Avoid letting suspicions or doubts cloud your judgment this week.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen In The Raw: Try A Dish That Highlights Fresh Fish At Its Finest By Wolfgang Puck
In my early years as a chef, one of the most basic, and best, lessons I learned was to taste ingredients raw. Experiencing even a little bit of food in its uncooked state is a perfect way to get a sense of its flavors and textures, so you’ll always keep in mind the inherent qualities you want to highlight in the finished dish. Sometimes, taking that initial raw taste might also inspire you not to cook a particular ingredient at all, or to cook it only briefly. That is certainly the case with many kinds of seafood, which over the past couple of decades many people have learned to enjoy raw or very lightly seared. Just a few decades ago, food lovers in western countries might still have been wary of eating raw seafood - apart, of course, from longtime traditional specialties like raw oysters and cold-smoked salmon or lox. But the rising popularity of sushi dramatically changed people’s attitudes and also made people more receptive to other styles of raw or barely cooked premium fresh seafood, such as the citrus-marinated ceviche served in Latin American countries or the crudo (literally, “raw”) of Italy. Such raw seafood specialties make wonderful summertime appetizers. Cool, light and refreshing, they’re perfect to serve as a first course or light lunchtime main dish. Take, for example, my recipe for seared salmon and sea bass crudo with avocado. Inspired by casual dishes I observed and prepared myself as a young chef working in the South of France and Monaco, this recipe relies upon the freshest, finest raw fish fillets you can find. Fortunately, many markets today sell such seafood labeled as “sushi grade” to indicate that it’s of the highest standard suitable for serving and eating raw. Of course, you should also let your eyes and nose confirm that the fillets are in perfect condition, looking firm and bright in color with no aromas other than a fresh clean scent of the sea. My recipe gives you the option of preparing the fish either in its most pristine raw state or, if you or your guests might prefer just a hint of cooking, searing the fillets lightly first. Either way, the fish is then cut into thin slices that are briefly marinated with a simple dressing of olive oil and citrus juice or vinegar, the acidity of which firms it up a bit just as light cooking would. Draped over thin wedges of avocado and garnished with fresh herbs, the crudo makes a beautiful presentation
as refreshing to look at as it is to eat. I hope you’ll try this recipe soon, and discover for yourself the pleasures of the freshest seafood in its most pristine state. SEARED SALMON AND SEA BASS CRUDO WITH AVOCADO Serves 6 9 ounces (280 g) absolutely fresh sushi-grade salmon fillet, skin removed 9 ounces (280 g) absolutely fresh sushi-grade sea bass fillet, skin removed 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra if searing the fish 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, lemon juice or good-quality Champagne vinegar Fine sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 ripe but slightly firm Hass-style avocados 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives or tarragon 3 lemons, thinly sliced, seeds removed If you plan to sear the fish, first heat a nonstick skillet large enough to hold both pieces of fish over high heat. Drizzle in a very thin coating of olive oil and, when the oil is hot enough to flow freely in the pan and just beginning to give off the slightly wisps of smoke, add the 2 fish fillets and cook them on both large sides for about 1 minute per side, just until seared brown, turn them carefully with tongs. Transfer the fish fillets, whether seared or raw, to a clean cutting board. With a very sharp chef’s knife, cut each fillet diagonally at a 45-degree angle into 6 paper-thin slices, as you would slice smoked salmon. Arrange the fish slices without overlapping on a large platter. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt and pepper. Drizzle this dressing over the fish. Loosely cover the platter and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Halve and pit the avocados. With a large metal spoon, keeping its edge against the inside of an avocado half’s skin, carefully scoop out the flesh in a single piece from each avocado half. Place the avocado halves cut side down on a clean cutting board. Use a sharp knife to cut each half lengthwise into 8 thin, crescent-shaped wedges. Arrange 4 avocado slices on each of 4 chilled serving plates. Drape a slice each of salmon and sea bass on top of the avocado on each plate. Sprinkle with chives or tarragon, garnish with lemon slices, and serve immediately.
(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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