2017-09-02 - The Jackson Times

Vol. 18 - No. 14

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Saying No Can Reduce Cortisol And Anxiety

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Inside The Law

–Photos courtesy Holbrook Little League The boys returned to a hero’s welcome at their Little League field.

Jackson’s Jaguars’ New Coach For A New Season

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Dear Joel Sibling Rivalry

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September 2, 2017

–Photo courtesy Jackson Schools The Jackson Jaguars are ready for their 2017 season.

By Chris Christopher JACKSON – The Jackson Memorial High School football team’s coaching staff for the 2017 season is closely knit.

The Jaguars’ first-year head coach is Vinny Mistretta Jr., appointed by the Jackson Township Board of Education. The quarterbacks coach is Sal Mistretta, Mistretta Jr.’s uncle. Assisting with the defensive line is Vinny Mistretta Sr. (Jaguars - See Page 7)

By Chris Christopher JACKSON – If the Holbrook Little League All-Stars are asked to write essays for school about how they spent their summer vacations, the compositions will be interesting to say the least.

There were four championships for the Jackson Township team. There was a trip to the Little League Baseball World Series in South Williamsport, Pa., where the team was 2-2 in the United States Bracket.

There was recognition on ESPN, ABC, ESPN 2, other television and radio stations, social media and in print.

There were seats at the MLB Little League Classic in which the Pittsburgh Pirates hosted the St. Louis Cardinals at the BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field in Williamsport. There was plenty of mingling with the players. There was interaction with international players.

There was the hitting of Chris Cartnick (.571, 8-for-14, three homers in four games).

There were the watch parties at the Jackson chapter of the Knights of Columbus.

There was an 8-6 win over Italy that gave Holbrook fourth place in the eight-team United States Bracket and

Sheriff’s Department’s Horse Passes Away

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By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department had to say goodbye to one of their own, with the passing of Sambuca, the horse that accompanied them on many outings.

Sambuca, 20, could be seen at the Ocean County Fair, Berkeley Pride Day, the Polar Bear Plunge, or many other places where the sheriff’s department has a presence.

Sheriff’s Officer Brian Stockhoff, her owner, said that her appearances attracted children and families, helping to form a connection between the police and the public. She was a memorable figure at parades and other events.

In a more official capacity, she participated in a drill searching for a lost person, Stockhoff said. The Explorer Post, made up of local young cadets (Horse - See Page 5)

(Holbrook - See Page 2)

Ovarian Cancer: Who Is Really At Risk?

By Sara Grillo NEW JERSEY – Ovarian cancer will take the lives of over 14,000 women this year, and over 22,000 women will be diagnosed with the disease, according to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition.

But even though that adds up to one in 75 women being diagnosed within her lifetime, it’s important to take a deeper look at the disease, its symptoms, risk factors, treatment – and most of all – its elusiveness.

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, which was declared

by President Barack Obama in 2015.

The official White House proclamation describes the disease as being difficult to detect, but that by recognizing the (Ovarian - See Page 4)

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Holbrook:

Continued From Page 1 a seventh-place finish in the LLBWS. Not too shabby considering there are more than 5,000 Little Leagues in the United States and more than 7,000 in the world. The International Bracket consisted of eight clubs.

There was an escort from the Jackson Township Police Department from Interstate 195 to the Holbrook complex where food and drinks were provided to the team Sunday night.

Ryan Kinsman, John Grano, Dean Daddio, Chris Andrews, Mike Arent, Charlie Meglio, Andy Osmond, Garrett Drew, R.J. Vashey, Tai Mann, Cartnick, J.R. Osmond and Anthony Abbonizio came away with memories that will last a lifetime.

Three players supplied their memories.

Outfielder Grano: “When I was on that field, it sounded like a bomb went off when Cartnick hit a double in the gap (against the Great Lakes champion from Michigan).

It was the loudest roar I have ever heard from a crowd. It just felt like something I will never forget. When someone says something is electric, I actually felt what electric is like. When Chris hit that double, it almost opened up a flood gate.

“In addition to our fans, the Pennsylvania fans rooted for us because we were the Mid-Atlantic champions. I met a lot of fans and signed a lot of autographs. I made a diving catch in a game. I signed everything – pieces of paper, shirts and the back of a little kid who had no shirt on. Signing autographs was amazing. It feels like you

are a celebrity for seven days. It is awesome.

“I really enjoyed the major-league game.

I got to sit with (Pittsburgh outfielder Andrew) McCutchen on their team’s bus. We had perfect seats at the field and it was a good game to watch. It was perfect.

“You could not have asked for more. I got him to sign my glove. I sat with him on the bus for 25 minutes. We talked about baseball and his favorite parks to hit in. I loved him. He knew how to interact with the kids and was really nice. I wanted to learn from him and he wanted to learn a little bit from me.

“I told him of my Series experience. We got to play ping pong with most of the major-league players. This experience is going to impact my life drastically. I was in pressure situations. I learned how to come out of them and how to win. That will help me in life.”

Pitcher-third baseman-outfielder Daddio: “Well, my favorite memory of the Series was the night we won the championship of the regionals and knowing we were going to The Promised Land. We did not sleep on the bus from Connecticut to Williamsport as we were just so excited. Our team and Fairfield (Ct., which eliminated Holbrook from title contention in the LLBWS) wound up on the bus together. We talked to each other like we were friends.

“Even when we lost to them, their kids shook our hands and said, ‘You guys are a good team.’ My dad (Gene Daddio, a Holbrook coach) has always told me, ‘Sportsmanship is more key than winning as you want to act right. You don’t want anyone to think badly about you.’ We were quote,

unquote like friends and they came up to us and acted like friends to us.

“I loved the major-league game. We sat next to the Pirates on the bus and (catcher Francisco) Cervelli gave me his phone number. It was a very fun time just meeting all of the players. It was a once in a lifetime chance to meet the major-league players and the fact we were next to them was just spectacular.

“Playing ping-pong with them was fun. I got a ton of autographs from them. The Pirates signed my team hat. About 10 or so players, including McCutcheon, signed it. I signed a Mid-Atlantic team hat for Cervelli and he said he would put it in his house. He signed a pair of batting gloves for me.

“I knew I was going to be interviewed on ESPN (for a segment) and it was fun. The fact I was on ESPN for a reason other than playing in a baseball game was breath taking. It was so weird seeing myself on television. I don’t tend to be nervous. I act the same way whether one person is watching me or if one million people are watching me. When you are playing on the field, you don’t notice the millions of people. You are just playing your own game.

“The fact we did not win the whole thing does not tarnish the memories. They are still the same. We had a good time as we knew we were in The Promised Land. The town supported us in a big way. After every game win or lose they still had our backs as they said good job and stuff. The whole state and the whole Mid-Atlantic region were behind us.

“We interacted with the other teams in our dorms. We were next to Japan and that was

real fun. We traded pins, T-shirts, old bats and fielding gloves. A player from Japan gave me a team T-shirt and an old pair of batting gloves. I received a ton of toys from Japan, including a sumo wrestler bobble head doll.

“We were upset to see it end, but when we get back to Jackson and school begins, everyone will talk to us as their heroes and idols. They will ask us about our experiences.

This was the summer dream of a lifetime for a kid.”

Pitcher-shortstop Cartnick: “I will mostly remember the crowds and how when we made a big play it became crazy loud like insane. Some people may look at it as pressure, but we were just kids to the fans. When we hit home runs, it was crazy and a great experience.

“It’s good to be well known, but I keep my focus on the game - not on social media. I try to help my team out. Being in the Series is one thing and to win a couple of games is amazing. I met McCutcheon and his teammates and the whole St. Louis team.

They were in an eating area at (Howard J. Lamade Stadium) and I met them there. I did not focus on getting autographs. I talked to their manager and to some of their other players. I talked about our success and they said they were watching us in the regions and stuff. It was great to hear that.

“Now that the team and I are well known, it will boost everyone’s confidence. The biggest crowd was like 25,000 when we beat the Great Lakes team and it was great.

Everyone will know we beat Great Lakes by the Mercy Rule.”

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Ovarian:

Continued From Page 1 warning signs, women can increase their likelihood of detecting ovarian cancer in its early stages, when it’s more responsive to treatment.

According to Karim ElSahwi, MD, FACOG, FACS, gynecologic oncologist with Hackensack Meridian Health, awareness is key.

“75 percent of ovarian cancer is detected at a late stage, meaning stage 3 or 4. However there

are signs and symptoms that are usually, at least initially, either overlooked by the patient or misinterpreted by the physician because they are very nonspecific and vague,” he said.

Those symptoms include frequent urination, abdominal pain, bloating or other gastrointestinal issues. Dr. ElSahwi said that by the time a patient presents their symptoms to him, they’ve already been through the gamut of seeing a gastroenterologist and urologist. Even an annual gynecological exam and Pap smear won’t detect the disease.

“The best we can do is alert the public and general practitioners of those signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer,” he said.

That being said, there’s a big difference between the general population and those at high risk for contracting the disease. High risk patients typically have a diagnosis of Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (HBOC), which means there are multiple cases of breast or ovarian cancer on the same side of the family. Dr. ElSahwi said this is also known as mutations

in the person’s BRCA, which stands for breast cancer susceptibility gene. Women of Jewish and Icelandic descent are more susceptible to the disease as well.

“Whenever you talk about early detection or screening for ovarian cancer you have to make that distinction – are you talking about the general public or are you talking about people with genetic mutations.”

The general population has about a 1.2 to 1.5 percent risk of being diagnosed with ovarian cancer, while for women at high risk, the ratio jumps 20 to 50 percent. Dr. ElSahwi said he sees about 40 to 50 cases of ovarian cancer a year between him and his partner.

The average age of diagnosis in the general population is around 60, but in the high risk population, the age of diagnosis is a decade earlier.

Dr. ElSahwi said there are a couple of tests like an ultrasound and blood test that can be done on people at high risk, those who have family histories of breast or ovarian cancer, but that the data is not very robust.

“Most of the screening studies are directed towards high risk people because of how difficult it is to screen for ovarian cancer.”

Treatment is two-fold, surgery and chemotherapy, but not necessarily in that order. Dr. ElSahwi said the surgery to remove a cancerous mass is usually performed first, and then followed up with chemo. But if the patient is an operative risk, chemo may start before surgery, and then continue again after. In some cases of stage 4 ovarian cancer, the only options that remain are chemo and hospice.

Chemotherapy can achieve initial remission in 80 percent of patients, but unfortunately, it will recur in about 75 percent. He said in March and April, the FDA approved two new drugs based on their good performance and targeting of specific mutations in the tumor.

Dr. ElSahwi said that people can sometimes be skeptical of clinical trials, but that they would be well advised to take advantage of them, since they use newer molecules. They should also listen to news about new maintenance drugs, as they might offer a longer remission.

These clinical trials and newer treatments don’t replace the gold standard of care, they’re merely added to it, or started after the gold standard of care has been completed.

Hope For Treatment While Dr. ElSahwi said he feels awareness for the disease has gotten better in the past couple of years, and that more people are talking about ovarian cancer, where he sees it coming from most is pharmaceutical companies. His hope is that pharma will use its power to not only push marketing for drugs, but also partner with physicians to get other messages out to the public, such as awareness about early signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer, newer and more targeted therapies and treatment options, and information about clinical trials that test for newer molecules.

“Pharmaceuticals are typically the best people to advertise and they typically actually resonate better than any community service or any healthcare system can – it’s just the nature unfortunately of our medical environment right now.”

“In a practical sense I think that would work in a more efficient way than either healthcare systems, doctors or the government has been successful at,” he said. “That would be a very beneficial partnership.”

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–Photo courtesy Sheriff’s Officer Brian Stockhoff.

Sambuca went on a lot of Ocean County Sheriff’s Department outings.

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Continued From Page 1 interested in a career in law enforcement, also spent some time with her.

“She was a rare horse,” he said of her being comfortable surrounded by 20-30 kids. “She loved it. She loved the attention.”

Her life was cut short, she could have lived another 10 years, by complications after a vet found lesions around the small intestines, he said.

“It was a shock to all of us,” he said. “I fed her that morning, and she was fi ne.

She took a turn for the worst and she died the next morning.”

Her indoctrination into the Sheriff’s Office started as almost a joke. Newly minted Sheriff Michael Mastronardy was asking officers for new ideas in 2014, and Stockhoff offered the idea of a mounted unit.

“Where would we get a horse from?”

Mastronardy asked.

“I have one,” Stockhoff replied.

And from there, more and more ideas came where Sambuca could be used.

The family is looking to buying another horse, but they have to fi nd one that meshes well with the family and the other horses, Stockhoff said.

“It’s been an amazing adventure so far and there will definitely be a number two,” he said.

Jackson Library Knitting Group Seeks Yarn Donations

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch Library’s knitting group, Knit-Chat-Chain, is seeking donations of yarn.

The knitters and crocheters of this active group create sweaters, hats, scarves and blankets to donate to charity. The projects are delivered to organizations such as Your Grandmother’s Cupboard, Ocean Medical Center in Brick and Monmouth Medical Center’s Southern Campus.

Please take this opportunity to clean out your closets and donate unused and leftover skeins to the Knit-Chat-Chain group at the Jackson Branch Library, located at 2 Jackson Drive.

You can bring your yarn donations to the Circulation Desk during library hours, which are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, please call the library at 732-928-4400.

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Letters To The Editor Withdrawal From Barnegat Committee Race I wanted to take this opportunity to announce that I have withdrawn my name as a Democratic candidate for Bar negat Tow nship Committee. My name on the ballot is being replaced

by Paul Whitcraft, an extremely qualified candidate who adds much value to our Democratic ticket.

There has been much chatter about this, and I wanted to set the record straight. As the Democratic Municipal Chair and as a long-time Barnegat resident and activist in the political arena, I have been fighting for such issues as: affordable healthcare; equal rights and opportunities for all (from the workplace to the ballot box); a healthy economy stemming from economic justice policies; and measures to mitigate the negative impact of climate change. It goes without saying that I have been outspoken i n Ba r negat about the numerous issues which affect our Barnegat residents – chief among them, the tremendous increases in our taxes. That’s why, with my f inancial background, I thought that I could make a difference in Barnegat.

However, after witnessing the incompetent and unstable governing going on in the White House and our “do-nothing Congress,” I feel my political activism needs to be directed toward electing Democratic congressional representatives in NJ, especially in the competitive races in the third and fourth congressional districts. I feel comfortable in this switch because we were successful in securing Paul Whitcraft as a replacement.

This doesn’t diminish the importance of our local race in Barnegat or mean that I won’t be involved in our 2017 election. Many of the issues we Democrats ran on last year are still

Letters To The very relevant, such as our for you? WeEditor have those businesses, but it has other out-of-control taxes, the irresponsible spending of taxpayer dollars and the absolute need for a forensic audit. These issues will require a tremendous amount of time and research–time for which in 2018 I would be torn to split between the town’s issues and our country’s issues.

As it pertains to our new ticket, I couldn’t be more delighted with our Barnegat Democratic candidates for Township Committee, Paul Whitcraft and Dan Ward. It is a strong ticket consisting of two professional candidates concerned with the issues important to Barnegat’s residents. To support the campaign go to wardandwhitcraft.com.

Paul Whitcraft joins Dan Ward on the Democratic ticket in their campaign to unseat the Republican i ncu mbent s. W h itcr af t holds a degree from Drexel University and has had a long and prestigious career in the special metals industry, holding leadership roles in companies and professional organizations.

He is married to Cyndi, his wife of 33 years and they have th ree g row n daughters. Dan Ward is an adjunct professor at Ocean County College and holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Stevens Institute of Technology and an MS from Illinois Institute of Technology. He grew up in Barnegat and attended Southern Regional HS. Marianne Clemente Barnegat

A Vote For Trump For all you people out t here who voted for Trump: We had heard it expressed many times previously that even though “He is not a politician, he will surround himself with smar t and experienced people to advise him.”

How’s that working out

same “smart” people like Manaforte, Kelly, Spicer, Priebus, Scaramucci and Bannon who surrounded Tr u m p a n d h ave b e e n kicked to the curb (and rightfully so).

Now we have the President himself, whose mental health is in ser ious question. I fear for our future and the future of our country. We must all make better choices.

Rosemary Doherty Berkeley

When Buying For Back To School, Buy Local Schools are getting ready to open and students from kindergarten to high school will be looking for the latest fashions, sneakers, backpacks and school supplies for the start of the new year.

The perfect place to shop for back-to-school is right here in Ocean County. Our numerous small businesses and malls offer the latest and best items for young children and teenagers.

I have often spoken about the importance of our Buy in Ocean County initiative, especially around the holidays.

Nevertheless, Buy in Ocean County is important all year long, including back-toschool time.

There are so many advantages to shopping local. Numerous well-stocked stores with helpful salespeople are only minutes away from any of our 33 towns.

Our local businesses offer everything from that perfect lunchbox for the first day of first grade to a new laptop for a student heading off to college.

Shopping locally not only suppor ts neighborhood

advantages over ordering online or through a catalog.

When you buy local, you are protected against fraud.

Both our county and state agencies have much more power when dealing with a local business complaint.

For example, if a computer bought locally does not work and a customer has a problem returning it, the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs can help.

However, there is little the department can do if an item is purchased online.

Buying local means you can have confidence in your purchases. It can also save you money.

Many times, catalog and online offers can seem cheaper, but don’t forget to add in the shipping costs.

And if you have to return an item, it’s much easier to drive down the street and visit the store rather than pack and ship a package across country.

Frequenting local businesses also helps protect Ocean County jobs.

When you buy local you are supporting your neighbors.

Our business community is a vital part of Ocean County.

Local businesses also donate to local charities and give back to their communities, something that cannot be said about most catalog and online firms.

As Chairman of the Ocean County Department of Business Development and Tourism, I encourage all of our residents to see what our local stores have to offer.

With our many Mom & Pop businesses, chain stores, malls and outlet stores, everything you need for back to school is located right here at our doorstep.

Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari Toms River

C ORRECTION In a previous article about the Pinelands Commission and the Southern Reliability Link, D’Arcy Rohan Green was referred to as a member of the board of directors of Save Barnegat Bay. She is a former board member. We apologize for the error.

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Continued From Page 1 “I guess you could say this is a family affair,” said Mistretta Jr., 29, a former Jackson player and assistant coach. “This is a cool experience. I was in their offices when I was a kid. The goal for me was always to get to this point and to see it come to fruition is a pretty cool experience.”

Sal Mistretta guided now defunct St. Peter’s of New Brunswick to an NJSIAA sectional title. He was Sayreville’s head coach in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

“He turned the Sayreville program around in the early 1990s and also had success at North Brunswick where he turned it around after they had some losing seasons,” Mistretta Jr. said.

“He has a pretty good resume and is someone we can lean on. North Brunswick and St. Peter’s are the coaching jobs he would say he is the most proud of if you asked him.”

Mistretta Sr. served as an assistant coach with Sal Mistretta.

“He is a volunteer coach,” Mistretta Jr. said.

“He has seen it all. He has been through the battles. He has been around for a long time.”

Despite being the youngest of his family members on the sidelines, Mistretta Jr. made it clear who will lead the Jaguars.

“They understand who the boss is,” he said.

“We have real thick skin in my family.”

The other assistant coaches are Chris Rash (defensive line), former Toms River South player Keith Anderson (offensive coordinator), Jeff Brown (offensive line), Mike McCarthy (defensive backs), T.J. Tkac (linebackers) and Brandon Vega (wide receivers). Mistretta Jr. coached with Anderson, Brown and Rash at Jackson from 2013-15.

“The working relationship with my staff and myself is pretty good in general,” Mistretta Jr. said. “There will be a lot of give and take between my coaches and myself. When everyone has a distinct role and a distinct job, I think things work out just fine. This is an interesting situation. I will make my expectations clear and as long as our coaches do their jobs well I won’t need to be a dictator type of coach. If someone is not doing things the way I want them done, I will address it.

“Everyone knows what I want and what I expect. There has not been a lot of relearning anything.”

Mistretta Jr. was approved as coach by a 6-1 vote. The former Rowan University spring ball player will teach physical education at Jackson where he graduated in 2006. He takes over as the mentor for Walt Krystopik, who stepped down in May after six seasons. Krystopik led Jackson to Central Jersey Group IV titles in 2014 and 2015 and the Shore Conference Class A South championship in 2013. Jackson was 44-22 overall during his tenure.

Mistretta Jr. was a wide receiver-defensive back in 2005 when Jackson captured the Central Jersey Group IV title and was 12-0 under then-coach Mike Smith.

“That season was an awesome experience,” he said. “That season further fueled my fire to pursue teaching and coaching. I wanted to try to lead young men into situations like that and teach them what hard work and dedication will do.”

Mistretta Jr. was a defensive coach in 2014 and 2015 at Jackson. He was Sayreville’s defensive backs coach last season when the Bombers won

The Jackson Times, September 2, 2017, Page 7 the North II Group IV crown. He will call the Jaguars’ defensive signals.

Jackson has won five sectional titles – all since 2000. Its unbeaten 2000 and 2001 teams were piloted by Reggie Lawrence.

“I have been preaching that we have had a successful tradition,” Mistretta Jr. said. “We have won a lot of sectional titles and that is who we are. We will continue to be one of the toughest and hardest working teams. We will play tough, hard nosed power football on offense and defense. That has been our personality for the past 15-20 years. We want to keep our reputation as a tough, hard nosed team.”

Coming off a 6-5 season, Jackson was led by senior running back Mike Gawlik, a preferred walk-on at Monmouth University, Mistretta Jr. said. Gawlik shredded defenses for a Shore Conference-high 2,129 yards on 271 carries.

He rushed for 24 touchdowns and scored 26 touchdowns overall. He finished in three-way ties for second in the conference in overall touchdowns and points (156).

The Jaguars hope for a big season from senior Joe Hurle, who will play offensive and defensive tackle. He’s a 6-foot-1, 250-pounder.

“He’s a big time lineman,” Mistretta Jr. said.

“Some lower level (NCAA) Divisin II college

teams are asking about him. He plays bigger than he is.”

Mistretta Jr. also hopes for solid seasons from senior quarterback-defensive back A.J. Tomalchewich, junior linebacker Chance Benjamin, senior linebacker Justin Culet and junior tailback Leo Shimonovich.

“We hope they will be big contributors,” Mistretta Jr. said. “Nobody stands out. Losing a guy like Gawlik is tough. Our overall skill is improving. We won’t have one go-to guy who will get 35-40 carries per game.

We will have a group of running backs. We will play good defense, rely on some guys on offense and play tough, hard nosed football.”

The young coach has a simple goal for his team for this season.

“We want to make the playoffs, go from there and see what happens,” he said.

“Ideally, we want to win that final (Central Jersey Group IV) playoff game at Rutgers (University).

Mistretta Jr. said he feels comfortable in his position.

“It is awesome to not only be a head coach, but to also be a head coach where you had success as a player and coach,” he said. “It is a great experience to be able to have an

impact on the lives of young men and be able to teach them the core values that they can use in the professional world. Football is unique as you can instill the fundamentals of life - discipline and dedication. It’s easy to go to the beach and hang with the dudes. It’s not easy to dedicate yourself to a common goal.

You have to put the work in now.

“You have to have discipline and pride and the ability to sacrifice and work as a team.

Those values carry over to anything you do.

Talent will only get you so far. Hard work and dedication will push you over the edge.”

Jackson Township School District athletic director Rob Paneque said there were about 15-18 candidates for the position of head coach.

“Vinny played and coached here and is a young professional and enthusiastic kid who is very professional in his demeanor,” Paneque said. “He has had success as a defensive coordinator. We are excited to have him. He fit several aspects for us, especially from the teaching standpoint.”

“When the job opened up, I could not turn it down and I went after it,” Mistretta Jr. said. “I hope we can continue the tradition that Jackson is known for.”

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Antique Automobile Show Featuring The Cameos

TOMS RIVER – It’ll be a flashback Saturday on September 23 at the Ocean County Vintage Automobile Club’s 12th Annual Antique Automobile Show, being held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rose Garden Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 1579 Old Freehold Road.

New Jersey’s favorite oldies group and 1950’s recording artist The Cameos will perform the music of the 50’s and 60’s starting at 1 p.m. The Cameos first hit the charts in 1959 with the song “Rock and Roll Arabian Nights” and have continued to keep the sound of the “oldies” alive, performing music

that holds a special meaning for those who grew up with it – the type of music you could sing along with, dance to and fall in love with.

The free event will also feature refreshments, prizes for kids, special parking for car clubs and craft vendors. Craft vendors are needed for the event and should call Kevin Bassinder at 732505-4477 or email KBActivities@aol.com with a subject line of Car Show or Craft Vendor.

There will be a large seating area provided, but it is recommended to bring a lawn chair or something to sit on.

Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus Hosts Annual Golf Classic

LAKEWOOD – Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus (MMCSC) sold out their Annual Golf Classic with 145 golfers this year.

The golf classic, which takes place at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club in Farmingdale, was the most successful outing to date exceeding the goal for amount raised.

The golf classic featured a buffet lunch, a round of golf and a post-outing cocktail reception where the nearly 200 guests participated in a silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Awards were also given to the top three foursomes, the man and woman who hit closest to the pin, and the man and woman who had the longest drive of the day.

“We are so grateful for the support of all of our sponsors, golfers, volunteers and guests,” said Denice Gaffney, Vice President of Development, Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus Foundation. “Without their continued generosity and commitment to the hospital we would not be able to raise the funds necessary to support the many programs and services we offer to the surrounding community.”

For more information on upcoming events, including Flavors of the Jersey Shore: Food & Wine Tasting on October 19 at Pine Belt Chrysler Jeep Showroom in Lakewood, call the Foundation at 732-886-4438 or visit the website at barnabashealth.org/FlavorsOfTheJerseyShore.

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Bartley Healthcare Announces Most Recent 5-Star Rating

JACKSON – The high quality of the services and care provided by Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation has again been recognized by the Federal Government’s Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as a 5-star skilled nursing facility in the CMS Overall, Quality Measures and Inspections categories. CMS created the Five-Star Quality Rating System to help consumers, their families and caregivers compare nursing homes more easily and to help identify areas about which you may want to ask questions. Bartley Healthcare is proud to be recognized by this highest CMS 5-star rating.

The Nursing Home Compare website features a quality rating system that gives each nursing home a rating of between 1 and 5 stars. Nursing homes with 5 stars are considered to have the highest quality and nursing homes with 1 star are considered to have quality much below average. There is one overall 5-star rating for each nursing home, and a separate rating for each of the following three sources of information: health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

In addition to the 5-star CMS rating, another indicator of Bartley’s quality is their Joint Commission Accreditation, with Post-Acute and Memory Care Certifications, demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Joint Commission is the nation’s oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care. This certificate is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality, representing a healthcare organization’s commitment to meeting the highest standards.

For over 31 years, Bartley Healthcare has provided quality individual focused memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living services for residents on its 25-acre campus in Jackson, NJ. Founded in 1985, Bartley Healthcare has long been recognized as an award winning, quality leader with the experience in memory care, skilled nursing, post-acute care and assisted living. Bartley Healthcare is Joint Commission accredited, with special certification for their Memory Care and Post-Acute Programs. For more information, visit bartleyhealthcare.com or call today at 732-370-4700.

CentraState Is Encouraging People With Parkinson’s Disease To Fight Back

FREEHOLD – CentraState Medical Center is offering people living with Parkinson’s disease a unique program, Rock Steady Boxing, the first boxing program of its kind in the country. Founded in 2006 by former Marion County Indiana Prosecutor Scott C. Newman, Rock Steady Boxing is a non-contact, boxing-based fitness program to help empower people with Parkinson’s disease to fight back.

The Parkinson’s Disease Foundation estimates there are more than 1 million people in the United States diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, and more than 60,000 people are diagnosed each year.

Rock Steady Boxing is designed specifically for people with the degenerative movement disorder to help with motor skills, balance, speech and sensory function. The program is tailored to the fitness levels of all stages of Parkinson’s – from

newly diagnosed to those who’ve been living with it for years. The exercises in the program are adapted from boxing drills to help patients condition for agility, muscular endurance, accuracy, handeye coordination and overall strength – all rigorous and intended to extend the perceived capabilities of the individual.

For more information about the Rock Steady Boxing program offered by The OceanFirst Rehabilitation Center at CentraState Medical Center, call 732294-2700.

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.

Lakewood Chamber Hosting Comedy Night At The Strand

LAKEWOOD – At this point, we all could use a good laugh! The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce is hosting Comedy Night on Thursday, September 14 at the Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Avenue.

Doors open at 6 p.m. A buffet of light refreshments (Kosher food available) and a cash bar begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Gallery. Show time with open seating is at 7:30 p.m.

Comedians include Bob DiBuono direct from the NYC comedy scene and Comedy Central, Carie Karavas, a New York, Atlantic City and Las Vegas stand-up who is

considered a national headliner, and Richie Byrne, who has appeared on the Dr. Oz Show and at Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun. General admission tickets are $40.

Sponsorships include four show tickets and promotional advertising. For sponsorships, tickets and more information, contact Denise at 732-363-0012 or email staff@mylakewoodchamber.com.

The sponsors to date are OceanFirst Bank, Fulton Bank, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus, Maser Consulting P.A., Pine Belt Chevrolet, New Jersey Natural Gas and Remington, Vernick & Vena.

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–Photos courtesy Redeemer Lutheran Church Over 75 children from the local community took part in Mighty Fortress Vacation Bible School at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Manchester.

MANCHESTER – Redeemer Lutheran Church of Manchester hosted an exciting Mighty Fortress Vacation Bible School (VBS) fromAugust 7 through 11, welcoming over 75 children and 50 volunteers from Manchester, Whiting, Toms River and Jackson through their doors. It was a great time for kids to grow in faith as they explored God’s Word.

VBS was held Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and open to children of all religious denominations. It’s free and funded by congregates who donate money to the annual summer event.

Churchgoers from Redeemer Lutheran donated their time during the week to run activities and programs with the kids.

Mighty Fortress offered an opportunity to introduce children and their families to Christ and the church.

It helped the children of Redeemer Lutheran grow in their faith in Jesus, while also reaching out to children in the local neighborhood. This makes VBS a key outreach ministry in both the congregation and within the local community.

At Mighty Fortress VBS, children learned that in Jesus, the victory is won. Kids confidently celebrated that Jesus, their champion, has won the victory over sin, death and Satan, and that He acts through His Word and keeps His promises. Because the victory is won, every day is a day to celebrate. At Mighty

Fortress, kids looked into the Bible, God’s Holy Word, to discover that God is our Mighty Fortress, our Shield, and our Deliverer, and discovered God’s victory in the Bible stories of the Walls of Jericho, Hezekiah, Josiah, Palm Sunday and Easter.

During the week, money was also raised for Sharing God’s Mighty Word, an outreach project that sends Bible-based literature to kids around the country.

The project focuses on reaching inner-city children, Hispanic children, Native American children and those who are in crisis. With the help of the students and their families, volunteers and the congregation, a total of $644.48 was able to be donated to this worthy cause. It’s not just kids overseas who lack Bibles and other Christian books, it’s also kids within the U.S. and often in our own communities. The kids who go to school with our kids, who live a few houses down, and who live on the other side of town may have never even held a Bible. Sharing God’s Mighty Word focuses specifically on delivering Bible-based books to kids who are close to home.

Redeemer Lutheran Church holds a Vacation Bible School every year and is looking forward to many more years to come. If you would like more information about the church or to be put on the VBS mailing list, please call the church at 732-657-2828.

Blood Service Volunteers Needed

NEW JERSEY – NJ Blood Services, which supplies blood to 60 hospitals throughout the state, is in need of volunteers to work blood drives in Ocean and Monmouth Counties, especially in the Toms River area.

Blood service volunteers are integral members of our collection team. Your tasks would be to assist donors with registration, watch them in canteen for

post donation reactions and learn how to respond to their needs. A blood service volunteer should have the ability to relate to the public, be able to perform different jobs as needed and have a willingness to follow rules.

For additional information, contact Jan Zepka, Manager of Community Relations & Volunteer Services at 732-616-8741, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Use Caution When Applying Fertilizers And Pesticides

OCEAN COUNTY - Spring’s many rainy days have been great for lawns and gardens, but many homeowners will take an extra step in search of that elusive deep green lawn free from weeds and insects.

However, the improper use of fertilizer and pesticides can threaten nearby waterways and the Barnegat Bay, warned Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari.

“I caution everyone to please carefully read the instructions before applying any chemicals or fertilizers to lawns and gardens,” Vicari said.

“The overuse of fertilizers is one of the leading causes of high nitrogen levels in the bay.”

If too much fertilizer is applied, the excess can wash off in the rain and flow into storm drains that empty into nearby streams, rivers

and the bay.

“The State of New Jersey has some of the toughest laws in the nation regarding the levels of nitrogen in store-bought fertilizer,” Vicari said. “Even so, if these products are applied incorrectly they can pose a serious threat to our waters.”

All fertilizer products for turf sold in the state must contain at least 20 percent slow-release nitrogen, and zero phosphorus - unless a soil test demonstrates a need for more.

Vicari said consumers can check the first and second number on the package for nitrogen and phosphate content. For example, a Formula of 26-0-3 means no phosphate.

Vicari also warned about the dangers of pesticides commonly available at local home and

garden stores.

“Read the directions before you apply any pesticide. Used incorrectly, these toxic chemicals can not only threaten the environment, but can pose a health hazard to children and pets,” he said.

It is equally important to store fertilizers and pesticides properly when not in use.

“Store these chemicals on a high shelf away from children and animals.” Vicari said.

In the wake of Superstorm Sandy, officials learned another good reason to keep chemicals on high shelves.

“We had many damaged homes, garages and sheds where the flood waters washed all kinds of household chemicals into the bay,” said Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little. “In

many cases, if these materials had been placed higher off the floor there would not have been a problem.”

Little, who is liaison to both the Ocean County Health Department, said a little caution can go a long way.

“If you have pesticides and other household chemicals in your home, be sure to keep the number for the New Jersey Poison Information System close by. The poison emergency number is 1-800-222-1222.”

Residents with old or excess pesticides on hand can also safety dispose of them through the county’s Household Hazardous Waste Program.

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The McKenzie Method in the Treatment of Low Back Pain

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By: Kyle Kaye, DPT, Brick Physical Therapist

he human back is an elaborate structure of bones, joints, ligaments and muscles. There are many leading causes and reasons for back pain. Some causes include sprained ligaments, strained muscles, ruptured disks, and irritated joints. According to the Global Burden of Disease, the leading cause of disability worldwide is back pain. Americans spend more than $50 billion each year on back pain relief and remedies alone. In fact, it is the leading cause for missing work.

Each year, half of the working American population admits to having back pain. With the exception of upperrespiratory infections, back pain is the most common reason for scheduling appointments with doctors. Yet, there is still 37% of the American population that do not seek professional help for pain relief. It is estimated that nearly 80% of society will develop and experience back issues at some point in their lives. A majority of back pain cases are not caused by severe conditions, such as inflammatory arthritis, infection, fracture or cancer. These non-acute cases are categorized as mechanical or non-organic back pain.

The lumbar spine is where the spine curves inward toward the abdomen, more commonly referred to as the lower back. It begins five to six inches below the shoulder blades. The weight of the entire torso is supported by five of the largest vertebrae in the lumbar spine (L1-L5). They are the largest unfused vertebrae in the spinal column. Due to the fact that the lowest two spinal segments in the lumbar spine, L4-L5 and L5-S1, bear the most weight, they are most prone to degradation and injury. There are five intervertebral segments within the lumbar spine; which is distinguished as lumbar segment 1 through 5. Lumbar spine segments consists of two vertebrae, stacked on top of one another with an intervertebral disc resting in between them. A healthy disc has a sponge-like consistency, is pliable, and retains plenty of water. Discs in such condition provide flexibility as well as protection to the spine. In other words, they act as shock absorbers for the spine. However, an extensive amount of pain can occur if a disc begins to degenerate. Herniated discs have a tendency to occur in the lumbar spine. Discs can become herniated due to sudden injury, heavy lifting, or over a longer period of time from general wear and tear on the spine. The most common sign of a herniated disc is leg pain.

There are many sources of pain that are directly linked with the lumbar spine. Some pain sources include pain to the muscles, joint issues, the discs, the bones and any irritation to the nerve roots that are released from the spine. Muscle strain, or some other muscle related problem, is one of the most common causes of lower back pain. Some of the usual muscle strains seen include strain due to heavy lifting, bending, or another strenuous and repetitive act. Even though muscle strains can be very painful; they usually heal within a few days to a few weeks.

An extremely effective and widely accepted program for patients with nonspecific spinal pain is the McKenzie Method. This paradigm was discovered on the foundation that mechanical forces are received formally by particular tissues; such as paraspinal musculature, spinal joint articulations, intervertebral discs, and neural tissue, leading to tissue damage and subsequent injury. The problem will persist and tissue healing will not occur if normal function is not restored. This form of treatment uses assessment techniques to categorize patients into specific clinical subgroups. The McKenzie Method is a dependable and reliable method that successfully assesses all musculoskeletal problems; including back pain, neck and extremities (such as shoulders, ankles, and knees). It also is an excellent method in assessing issues associate with sciatica, sacroiliac joint pain, arthritis, degenerative disc disease, muscle spasms and intermittent numbness in hands or feet. The McKenzie Method does not include the use of medication, heat, cold, ultrasound, needles, or surgery. It rather helps to promote the body’s potential to repair itself. This method can ultimately help reduce the patient’s dependency on medical intervention. It encourages patients to learn the principles of the McKenzie Method and empowers them to be in control of their own symptom management. If used correctly, the McKenzie Method should ultimately help do the following: (1) Accurately understand the patient’s presentation and behavior of symptoms, (2) Determine the most appropriate and effective treatment plan, (3) Eliminate symptoms and restore full function, and (4) Empower the patient to self-treat and prevent recurrences. Symptom relief is the goal, accomplished through an individualized treatment program in which the patient performs specific exercises approximately 10 times per day at home, as opposed to 1 or 2 clinical visits per week. Although specialized training

is needed to ensure proper evaluation and appropriate treatment, McKenzie therapy seems to be an effective technique in alleviating back pain compared with other conservative treatment options.

In summary the McKenzie Method is a standardized approach to both the assessment and treatment of acute, sub-acute and chronic lower back and/or leg pain.

The McKenzie Method is not simply a set of exercises; it is a defined algorithm that serves to classify the spinal problem so that it can be adequately treated. The McKenzie Method is grounded in finding a cause and effect relationship between the positions the patient usually assumes while sitting, standing, or moving, and the generation of pain as a result of those positions or activities. The therapeutic approach requires a patient to move through a series of activities and test movements to gauge the patient’s pain response. The approach then uses that information to develop an exercise protocol designed to alleviate the pain. It is a proactive, patient centered approach highly focused on patient education so the individuals may manage their own symptoms and avoid the recurrence of the offending back pain.

KYLE KAYE, DPT Kyle graduated from Syracuse University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. He went on to work as a Physical Therapy aide in an outpatient facility before earning his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Neumann University in 2015.

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Saying No Can Reduce Cortisol And Anxiety

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Cortisol is one of the hormones your body releases in response to stress, and it impacts many different functions in your body. People think cortisol is a bad hormone but it’s not bad at all, it helps regulate blood sugar levels and metabolism.

Cortisol is often referred to as the ‘belly fat’ hormone because too much cortisol causes you to gain weight, especially around your mid-section. In normal amounts cortisol helps keep inflammation down.

But like all good things, too much cortisol results in a variety of health issues, from frequent infections to acid reflux, heart disease, diabetes and a higher risk of cancer.

Cortisol overload is mostly associated with adrenal fatigue. You will feel physically beat up and achy at times, very tense and on edge, as well as overwhelmed. Your brain refuses to comply and memory slips, and you develop insomnia. Sugar, salt and fat cravings are also intense so you probably like eating a bag of sea salt potato chips and chasing it down with a sugary drink of some sort.

There’s no easy fix at this point, but the quickest way to help yourself is to give yourself some me-time, or a vacation from whatever weighs on your heart and causes the stress. If you continue to drag yourself through each day, you’ll wind up at a physician’s office. Then you are sure to be given all kinds of psychoactive medications and possibly stimulants. But why would you want to start taking those drugs that are addictive or dangerous when you can ask to have your adrenals checked with a test? It’s called a “4 Point Cortisol Saliva Test” or something similar, depending on the lab that you use.

If you are anxious or panicky, the fastest way to help yourself is to avoid processed foods and those laden with MSG or what’s called “free glutamate” Foods that include either one of these ingredients include fast food, junk food, cold cuts and broths, including bone broth. Chinese food is also pretty notorious for having MSG, although some restaurants have stopped adding it. Vegan diets are extremely high in MSG. Anxiety is provoked by medications in some people: Asthma inhalers and pills Estrogen-containing drugs Antibiotics Steroids SSRI antidepressants Levodopa Decongestants Thyroid medication in excess Adaptogens are helpful in rescuing tired adrenals, but let’s be realistic, they can’t compensate for a hundred micro-stressors a day, addictions to Facebook likes, a bad relationship or a horrible boss. Ask your doctor if either Siberian ginseng, Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, Schisandra, Tulsi (Holy Basil) are okay for you.

We can’t entirely avoid stress or people who are crazy, and that’s okay. But I’ll tell you straight up, it is not intelligent to allow yourself to be taken advantage of. It’s totally within your rights to set boundaries and politely say “No.” If you continue to put everyone’s happiness first (above your own) you will surely be miserable and anxious.

If you are a people pleaser, stop it. You’re headed for disaster, and then you’ll be useless to everyone who needs you. Tough love, but someone has to tell you.

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Emergency Blood Drive

JACKSON – New Jersey Blood Services is holding a blood drive on Thursday, August 10 at the Lucy Holman School, 133 Manhattan Street, from 3 to 9 p.m.

New Jersey Blood Services, a division of New York Blood Center, is asking for immediate help to maintain an adequate supply of all blood types, but especially O-Negative – the “universal” blood – which can be transfused into anyone in an emergency. Current inventory of several blood types is running below the desired target level.

Blood products have a short shelf life, from five to 42 days, so constant replenishment is necessary. Each and every day there are patients who depend on the transfusion of

red blood cells, platelets and plasma to stay alive. But blood and blood products can’t be manufactured. They can only come from volunteer blood donors who take an hour to attend a blood drive or visit a donor center.

Blood donors receive free mini-medical exams on site, including information about their temperature, blood pressure and hematocrit level. Eligible donors include people at least age 16 (with parental permission or consent) who weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and are in overall good health. People over 75 may donate with a doctor’s note.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

Sibling Rivalry

Dear Joel, My two daughters are extremely competitive. They got along so well when they were little, but now they barely interact at all. Julie joined the debate team so Jill joined the math club, Julie took up tennis and Jill joined softball.

With a new school year starting, who knows what else they’ll join. I think it’s all too much. How can I get them to see that their relationship is more important than those activities?

Dan, Forked River Dear Dan, Some lessons you learn quickly, some you learn over time. I hope your girls don’t waste a second learning the lesson of family love and support. There’s nothing wrong with a little healthy competition (think of tennis pro sisters Venus and Serena Williams), especially when kids are growing up, trying to find their iden-

tity. They can be ferocious “I can top that” kids, but you will have to put your foot down if the competition ever turns hurtful or insulting. You should also insist that you and the girls participate in at least one regularly scheduled activity every week that they are both challenged by. Like say a weekly cooking session where they both make a variation of recipe and share it, or maybe a line dancing class; there’s always a bunch of laughs trying to remember the steps. In time, bigger things, like weddings, babies, graduations and life will take center stage. Remind them they can face anything when they do it together.

Write to joel@preferredcares.com.

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O C E A N C OU N T Y – T h e O c e a n County Library provides delivery of library materials free of charge to Ocean County residents living independently who are unable to visit a physical library location.

After contacting the Home Borrowers Coordinator, the librar y will assign a trained volunteer to deliver items to a par ticipant’s home. T he Home Borrowers Service customer must be able to establish a mutually convenient time with the volunteer to deliver and pick up materials, approximately every three weeks.

In order to qualify for the Home Borrowers Service, the following criteria must be met: Must be a resident of Ocean County, who does not have family members or friends to assist them with their library needs.

Must submit a completed Home Borrowers Service Customer Application.

Must submit a basic Medical Verification Form stating that you cannot physically visit the library.

Must cooperate with the volunteer to arrange a mutually convenient time for d rop off and pick up of librar y materials.

Must return all materials on time, with the assistance from the assigned volunteer.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

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Robert C. Shea Esq.

Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Christopher R. Shea of R.C. Shea & Associates

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

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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.

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Save The Date: Jackson Day 2017

JACKSON – The Jackson Chamber of Commerce announced that Jackson Day will be on October 28 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at John F. Johnson Jr. Memorial Park, 260 Kierych Memorial Drive.

The celebration features vendor trick-ortreating, fi reworks, rides, touch-a-truck, craft fair, flea market and games. A DJ will play in between concerts and during the fireworks. There will also be a separate area for children’s entertainment.

A schedule of the day’s musical entertainment is as follows: 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. – Sensational Soul Cruisers is an 11-man horn group fronted by four soulful vocalists who pay homage and tribute to classic performers from Otis

Redding and the Drifters to Barry White and the Commodores.

3 to 4 p.m. – Rockers Live is a dynamic tribute show with sound-a-like and look-alike entertainers doing Rod Stewart, Mick Jagger and Bon Jovi.

4:30 to 5:30 p.m. – The Capris are a popular doo-wop recording group that will perform hit songs such as “There’s a Moon Out Tonight” and “Morse Code of Love.”

5:45 to 6:45 p.m. – Emil Stucchio & The Classics will perform hit songs such as “P.S. I Love You and “You’ll Never Know.”

Their unique vocal and visual styling add that special touch to everything they do – from Vegas to Atlantic City, their shows are truly a class act.

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Jackson Branch Library’s September Technology Classes

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch Library is offering the following technology workshops for adults in September: Microsoft Word Basics on Wednesday, September 6 at 10 a.m. Learn how to use MS Word to create and format a document. Participants must have mouse and keyboard skills.

NJ Career Connections: Navigating the Path to Employment on Thursday, September 7 at 2 p.m. Join us for a hands-on tour of the powerful New Jersey Career Connections website. This class is funded by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Career Connections grant.

Learn Something New: Free Online Courses offered by the Ocean County Library on Friday, September 8 at 10 a.m. Your kids are going back to school; why don’t you? This class will introduce you to Universal Class and Lynda.com, two of OCL’s best services!

Participants should have some experience searching the Internet.

Microsoft Excel Basics on Tuesday, September 12 at 2 p.m. Learn how to get started using this powerful spreadsheet tool. Participants must have mouse and keyboard skills.

Microsoft PowerPoint Basics on Wednesday, September 13 at 2 p.m. Learn the basics of creating an eye-catching and informative presentation. Participants should have mouse and keyboard skills.

Google It! on Friday, September 15 at 10 a.m. This class focuses on the many features of Google. Topics covered include using the search box, finding images, and getting driv-

ing directions. Participants should have some experience searching the Internet.

Microsoft Excel Formulas on Monday, September 18 at 2 p.m. Our advanced MS Excel class. Learn how to calculate average, weighted average, VLOOKUP and more.

Participants must have some experience using Excel.

Design a Brochure Using Microsoft Publisher on Tuesday, September 19 at 2 p.m.

Learn to design a brochure using a template from MS Publisher. Learn about formatting, visual design, and content organization. Participants should have some experience using Microsoft Word.

Design & Print Posters on Monday, September 25 at 2 p.m. Design and print your own poster! Learn how to find free graphics, create, and print a large format poster. All participants will go home with their own creation! This is an intermediate-level class; participants must have mouse, keyboard, and Internet skills.

Spotlight On: Windows 10 on Tuesday, September 26 at 10 a.m. Do you have questions about Windows 10? We’ll help you become comfortable using the features of this operating system. You may bring your own laptop to use during the presentation. This class will be held in the library’s meeting room on the first floor.

Registration is required for each class. To sign up, call 732-928-4400 or go online to theoceancountylibrary.org. The Jackson Branch Library is located at 2 Jackson Drive.

Home Decor Craft Club Seeks New Members

WHITING – Home Decor and More is a craft club located in Crestwood Village V, 325 Schoolhouse Road, in the BC Room.

Home Decor and More meets the first and third Monday and every Tuesday of the month from 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays and the third Tuesday are scrapbook days. If you have pictures you want to put in an album, members can show you how to preserve them for future generations. On Tuesdays its work on general crafts, some that are easy and some that are more complicated. Many materials are supplied by the club. On the last Tuesday of each

month, a short meeting is held and then there is extra time to finish a project, make a card or just socialize.

Membership is $5 a year and $1 each week.

This helps to offset the cost of materials, cookies and coffee, which are provided every week.

If you are new to the area, come and join the club, which is open to everyone. Projects for May include making a general card and scrapbooking.

If you would like more information, call Maureen at 732-849-5092 or 973-626-3704 and please leave a message.

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OC Mental Health Association Meetings OCEAN COUNTY – The Mental Health Association in Ocean County has these groups: Double Trouble Groups. Peer run support groups for those who are diagnosed with mental illness and addiction are offered to Ocean County residents, 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 7:30 p.m. on Fridays at Journey to Wellness Center, 25 South Shore Drive in Toms River.

No cost. For more information, call 732-9141546 or Facebook/Mental Health Association in Ocean County.

Wellness Groups. The Mental Health Association – Ocean County offers several open, peer run groups: 4:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and 5:30 p.m.

on Thursdays. Topics include coping strategies and more. At 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays, there is an open discussion men’s group. A Spirituality Group meets Mondays at 7 p.m. All meeting are at Journey to Wellness, 25 South Shore Drive, Toms River. Call 732-914-1546 or Facebook/Mental Health Association Ocean County.

Addictions Groups. Ocean County residents may attend open groups: 6 p.m. on Mondays, 4:15 p.m. on Tuesdays, and 5:30 on Thursdays at Journey to Wellness Center, 25 S. Shore Drive, Toms River. Call 732-914-1546 or Facebook/Mental Health Association Ocean County.

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Bartley Healthcare is partnering with CentraState Medical Center to host an educational seminar on the Live Life Well Lecture Series on September 14 at 5 p.m. at 175 Bartley Road in Jackson. Come join us for a light dinner and glucose and blood pressure screenings from 5-6 p.m. before the seminar. The presenters will be Marilyn Abrahamson, MA, CCCSLP, Speech Pathologist and Brain Health Educator, Brian Mason, PT, DBT, Director of Rehabilitation, and Caryn Alter, MS, RD of the Star and Barry Tobias Health Awareness Center, from CentraState Medical Center.

The Live Life Well Lecture Series will contain different topics of discussion: “Never Forget A Name,” presented by Marilyn Abrahamson, will teach you the technique used by memory experts around the world!

You will learn how to improve your memory, even for the names of the people that you meet every day.

“Moving and Longevity,” presented by Brian

Mason, will explain how new studies show the importance of maintaining mobility and improving movement that will impact the quality of your life and possibly the longevity of your life.

“Healthy Eating From Head To Toe,” presented by Caryn Alter, will explore the link between the food we eat and the health of our brain, heart, and bones. You will get easy tips on how small changes in your diet may provide big benefits to your health.

Seating is limited, so anyone interested in attending the “Live Life Well” educational seminar, should call CentraState Medical Center at 732-308-0570 or visit centrastate. com and click on Classes and Events.

For over 31 years, Bartley Healthcare has provided quality individual focused memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living services for residents on its 25-acre campus in Jackson, NJ. Founded in 1985, Bartley Healthcare has long been recognized as an award winning, quality leader with the experience in memory care, skilled nursing, post-acute care, and assisted living. Bartley Healthcare is Joint Commission accredited, with special certification for their Memory Care and Post-Acute Programs. For more information, visit: bartleyhealthcare.com or call 732-370-4700.

Flapjack Fundraiser For Bread From Heaven

HOWELL – The Bread from Heaven Café will host a Flapjack Fundraiser at the Applebee’s at 4721 Route 9 from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 16. Tickets are $10. For more information, contact Helen Ludowig at helen@ breadfromheavencafe.com.

Bread From Heaven’s Soup Kitchen hours are every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Columbian Room Hall at 401 Bartley Road in Jackson.

Bread From Heaven Café, Inc. is a non-profit organization aimed at making our world a better place by helping feed individuals and families who may be hungry, but have no means of satisfying that hunger. The mission of Bread From Heaven is to establish a safe haven where everyone is welcome to come in for a hot meal, and to provide a food pantry so families can benefit from taking food home.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of september 2 - september 8

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The harder you strike, the faster you can pound in the nail. Focus your efforts on constructive activities but put your love life on the back burner in the week to come.

Some relationships may face an uphill battle.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Sometimes there is less than meets the eye. Don’t read too much into minor rifts in the week to come and avoid making major purchases. You might fool other people but you will never be able to fool yourself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Make a commitment to guide your life with the truth and honesty.

Focus your thoughts on those things that constitute permanent values and display obvious worth. Family members will be more supportive than friends.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may not be at your best when engaging in face-to-face meetings during the first half of the week. You will, however, be able to exude confidence whenever important financial matters come to your attention.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The best arrow in your quiver of skills is your talent for understanding the deepest feelings of others. In the week ahead use compassion to help those in need. You may not see concrete results but you will know what you did.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When you put your thinking cap on you look as though you should be attending the Kentucky Derby or a royal wedding. Your ideas may lead to discussions that win new friends and support in the week to come.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You could be too generous and tolerant of others for your own good.

In the week ahead there may be someone who is all too willing to take advantage of you in a business or financial situation. Avoid making casual promises.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Appreciate someone’s work ethic and smile, not their status.

In the week to come you may be inspired or occasionally confused by outward appearances.

Focus on making concrete accomplishments part of your resume.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Hanging on to the past can be an obstacle to your future.

Your business sense may be out of kilter in the week ahead. An old friend may act in an embarrassing manner or you might feel left out of a group activity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may develop an allergy to wool if you pull the wool over someone’s face. It may be pleasant to find admirers, but they may be misled by your outward persona.

In the week ahead try to be more revealing.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Let others use you as a tower of strength, not a crutch. A display of sympathy never helped anyone become stronger or learn to handle troubles wisely. Keep your money in the piggy bank the first half of the week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take stock of your work and your health as this week unfolds.

What you really need to be happy and comfortable may be illuminated. A friend or child may mystify you with a penchant for unrealizable fantasies.

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CDBG To Provide Senior Center Renovation

JACKSON – The Community Development Block Grant is an important source of federal funding for community development improvements. Prior to deciding on an appropriate project Jackson Township must review the Ocean County CDBG Three Year Priority Needs & Objectives and select a project that meets the priorities of the county. For those municipalities with no designated targeted neighborhoods, which include Jackson Township, the county high priorities are: • Removal of material/and or architectural barriers which restrict the mobility and accessibility of elderly and handicapped individuals to public facilities; • Installation of curbing and sidewalks in areas where vehicular and pedestrian traffic conflict; • Construction or reconstruction of drainage and roadway improvements in various older neighborhoods throughout the county.

In choosing a project, those projects that meet the category of high priority by the county have a greater chance of being approved and funded. Previously, Jackson has received CDBG funding for such projects as the Justice Complex Spray Park, handicap curb cuts along the roadways, onsite generator at the Senior Center, our barrier free I Can playground located in the Justice Complex, ADA enhancements to various parks and playgrounds, and various building renovations at the Senior Center.

This year, the project has been approved for the renovation of our Senior Center bathroom

facilities. This includes many features that will be both beneficial to the users as well as environmentally friendly. The facilities will be barrier free, including auto openers on the entrance doors and all ADA compliant toilets. There will be LED lights, toilets and faucets with auto touch features, touch less hand dryers, low flow fixtures in the sinks and toilet areas, and all of the products will be of recycled content.

The Senior Center serves as a focal point for many programs and services relating to the public as well as our seniors here in Jackson Township.

The Jackson Senior Center is in full swing throughout the year with low or no cost programs that are user friendly. We offer various fitness classes, including Zumba Gold, senior aerobics, and Slow Flow Yoga, as well as assorted exercises that can be modified for most fitness levels.

Local businesses have continued to support our Senior Center’s special events. Cooking demos, monthly birthday parties, pizza days, the Senior Center Volunteer Luncheon, and Bingo are just to name a few. The center also is the host to events and parties for the various holidays. There is a small fee charged to attend these programs as they always offer a hot lunch and great entertainment.

In addition to senior activities the Center hosts a variety of special programs. It also serves as a cooling station, a warming station, and a shelter during emergency situations. For information on everything offered at the Senior Center, call the office at 732-928-2313.

wolfgang puck’s kitchen Full Steam Ahead:The ‘Dog Days’ Of Summer Are A PerfectTimeTo StartThinking About Fall Fare

By Wolfgang Puck We’re now in the middle of a part of summertime known as “the dog days.” Although that term began in ancient Rome to signify the time when Sirius, also known as the Dog Star, rose in the night sky, most people today associate it with weather so hot and sultry that dogs and humans alike lie down panting, unable to move.

But autumn is now only a month away. And in many households, it can feel like that season is even closer. Especially since many children are already back in school and it’s only a week and a half until Labor Day, which many people regard as summer’s unofficial end.

So I’d like to help get you ready for the coming season with an easy-to-make recipe for a main dish that will gather the whole family around the dining table. My recipe pomegranate-marinated pork chops with braised greens is hearty, but still light and lively enough in its flavors to feel perfectly appropriate even in the warmer weather most of us are experiencing right now.

I think pork chops are a wonderful meat to serve for a family meal. Today’s pork is bred to be leaner than in the past, which is why I like to cook it just until it’s still slightly pink in the center - a safe bet thanks to modern industry practices. In an extra effort to keep the meat moist and juicy, I like to start not with individual pork chops but a larger rack of pork that I first brown on the stovetop and then finish cooking in the oven. Ask your butcher for one if you don’t see it on display, and request that it be “frenched,” a trimming process that exposes the ends of the individual bones.

Also adding moisture, as well as flavor, to the meat is a marinade - part of which becomes the sauce for the final dish - based on pomegranate juice, which you can now find bottled in most supermarkets. I flavor it with a wonderfully complex-tasting combination of Asian seasonings (including sweet-tart tamarind paste, which can also be found in wellstocked markets and Asian food stores) that I think perfectly complement the mild, slightly sweet taste of the pork itself. A bed of braised greens adds still more satisfying flavor and texture, giving you a great side dish to go with the meat.

I hope you’ll try this dish for a family supper within the next week or two. One taste, and I’m sure you’ll want to add it to your post-dog-days repertoire of dishes that will be perfect for your soon-to-come autumn entertaining.

POMEGRANATE-MARINATED PORK CHOPS WITH BRAISED GREENS Serves 4 POMEGRANATE MARINADE: 1/4 cup (60 mL) peanut oil 4 dried red chiles 2 cups (500 mL) bottled pomegranate juice 1/2 cup (125 mL) rice wine vinegar 1/4 cup (60 mL) soy sauce 6 ounces (185 g) tamarind paste 1/2 cup (125 mL) packed dark brown sugar 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped garlic 1/2 cup (125 mL) thinly sliced peeled fresh ginger

1 bunch green onions, trimmed and chopped 2 tablespoons coriander seeds, toasted in a small, dry pan just until fragrant, then crushed 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper PORK CHOPS AND GREENS: 1 (8-rib) pork rack, about 6 pounds (3 kg), bones frenched Pomegranate marinade (recipe previous recipe) Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup (120 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 9 ounces (280 g) unsalted butter 2 ounces (60 g) thick-sliced smoked bacon, cut into large cubes 2 whole unpeeled heads garlic, cut in half horizontally 2 pounds (1 kg) organic kale or mustard greens, washed, trimmed, stems removed, leaves cut into 3-inch (7.5-cm) squares 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) organic low-sodium chicken broth or stock First, make the pomegranate marinade: In a saute pan, heat the peanut oil over medium heat.

Add the chiles and cook until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Transfer to a deep casserole dish and add the pomegranate juice, vinegar and soy sauce. Stir in the tamarind and brown sugar until dissolved; then, stir in the remaining marinade ingredients.

Place the pork rack in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours. Remove the pork from the marinade, pat dry with paper towels, and season all over with salt and pepper. Divide the marinade into 2 portions and reserve.

Preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C).

In a large saute pan, heat 1/4 cup (60 mL) olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter over high heat.

Sear the pork until golden on all sides. Carefully transfer the rack to a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven, basting every 5 minutes with half of the reserved marinade, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the meat not touching bone registers 150 F to 160 F (65 C to 70 C). Remove from the oven, cover loosely with foil, and leave to rest for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a saucepan, bring the remaining half of the marinade to a boil and reduce until thickened to coating consistency; then pour through a wire strainer into a clean pan. A few pieces at a time, whisk in 4 ounces (125 g) of the butter. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reserve.

At the same time, prepare the greens: In a saute pan, heat the remaining olive oil. Saute the smoked bacon and garlic until golden. Add 4 ounces (125 g) butter and, when melted, add the kale or mustard greens and season with salt and pepper. Deglaze with 3/4 cup (185 mL) chicken stock, stirring and scraping to dissolve the pan deposits. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Keep warm.

To serve, mound the greens in the centers of 4 serving plates. Cut the rack of pork between the bones into individual chops and rest them against the greens. Ladle the reserved pomegranate sauce over and around the chops 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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