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By Chris Lundy BARNEGAT – Members of the Township Committee will be ineligible for health benefits if an introduced ordinance gets passed at the next meeting. The ordinance, as introduced, would cut all medical benefits from members of the Township Committee, chief financial officer Tom Lombarski said. If approved on the second reading of the ordinance, it would go into effect on Jan. 1, 2018. Currently, the cost for benefits in 2017 was $90,140. However, the two members affected pay $1,970 toward their plans, which brings the cost to taxpayers down to $88,170. Further, the committee members are paid $4,196 a year. The deputy mayor is paid $4,326,
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–Photos by William Clanton The 27th annual Pirates Day included a bevy of demonstrations, re-enactors and fun for the whole family. By William Clanton BARNEGAT – Argh Matey! The 27th annual Pirates Day celebration is now in the history books as hundreds of local residents and visitors flocked to downtown Barnegat’s Gazebo Park for a swashbuckling good time. The free fun family event brings all the pirates of Bar-
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Rain, Rain, Drove Away Shore Summer Crowds negat, to enjoy a day of pirate themed activities, live music, professional pirate re-enactors, food, a farmer’s market, bounce
houses, over 170 different vendors and much more. The event was coordinated and (Pirates Day - See Page 5)
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Childhood Cancer: More Needed Than Just Awareness
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By Chris Lundy t’s something no one wants to think about. And maybe that’s why we need to. September is Childhood Cancer Month, which is symbolized by gold
–Photo courtesy of O’Brien family Emiliana and Caitlyn O’Brien, photographed before the older sister was diagnosed.
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–Photo by Jennifer Peacock On a sun-drenched Friday afternoon Sept. 15, sunbathers dotted the beach in Holgate. By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – The summer of 2017 was a wet one. The rain’s exact impacts on New Jersey’s $40 billion tourism industry won’t be known until next March, but “The greatest challenge in (Summer - See Page 4)
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Continued From Page 1 Summer 2017 has been the weather,” Dana Lancellotti, director of Ocean County Business Development & Tourism, told Jersey Shore Online. “We had key tourism weekends—Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day—all affected by rain and/or very discouraging forecasts. Reports vary depending on the town/region of the county and the attractions,” she said. According to data compiled by NJ Weather & Climate Network, part of Rutgers University, it rained all but four summer season weekends, Friday through Sunday, in Seaside Heights, including Memorial and Labor Day weekends. The Fourth of July weekend was spared there. It rained in Point Pleasant Fourth of July weekend on July 1 and 2, but otherwise was clear the same weekends as Seaside Heights, according to the network’s data. Jonathan Carr of Weather NJ explained why this summer has been so wet. It was a mix of situations, including jet stream patterns, a weak La Nina system, and low pressures. “This is why I feel summer of 2017 was wetter than summer of 2016 when we were coming out of an El Niño colder season.” Carr’s data revealed a wetter-than-average May and August but drier June and July. “Jenkinson’s Boardwalk and Seaside Heights seemed to suffer significantly from weather forecasts that over-estimated the impact of any dark clouds that may be on the radar,” Lancellotti shared. “Ultimately,
scaring people away for the whole weekend when we ended up with rain for only an hour or so. Very difficult science!” Despite the weather at the Jersey Shore, Lancellotti said its tourism season was still strong. Hotels in Southern Ocean County saw increases over last year, as did hotels in the northern part of the county, although weekday business was slower than on the weekends. She added that trends show weekends are expanding in places like Lavallette, where tourists arrived on Thursdays rather than Friday, and on Long Beach Island, which saw tourists arrive Wednesday, a “newer trend.” Lancellotti added that while the weather kept Blue Claws fans away, Six Flags Great Adventure had a record year with more than 600,000 passes sold. Summer tourism in Ocean County alone is a $4.7 billion industry, and has seen a steady increase since Super Storm Sandy, which hit New Jersey Oct. 29, 2012. Tourism revenue that year was $4.2 billion, according to figures provided by the state. Even after Sandy, coupled with a cooler Spring and federal government shutdown that year, visitor spending had a 1.3 percent increase in 2013. Jersey Shore Online reached out to several local businesses, including Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach, Fantasy Island in Beach Haven, and a Seaside Heights official for comment on their summer seasons pre- and post-Sandy. They did not respond by press time. Information on tourism in Ocean County can be found at OceanCountyTourism.com.
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Continued From Page 1 organized by the Barnegat-Waretown Chamber of Commerce and the Barnegat Recreation Department, along with the support from the Barnegat Public Works, Barnegat Police and the dedication of local volunteers. Several township dignitaries, including Mayor Al Bille, attended the event. The Kids’ Zone returned this year, made possible by a donation from Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and Manahawkin Kia, who set up their own outdoor showroom with a display that had a series of brand new 2017 and 2018 vehicles. Bounce houses and a trackless train were made possible by Party Crashers, along with a martial arts presentation and kid friendly music.
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Continued From Page 1 and the mayor is paid $4,588. This would not be affected by the ordinance. There are just two committee members who take health benefits, John Novak and Susan McCabe. The others are older than 65 and therefore have other medical insurance. “We understand it’s the right thing to do,” Mayor Albert Bille said. Novak said it was started many years ago, before he was on the committee. “It wasn’t costly when it started, but over the years it’s become very costly.” He said that ending health insurance for the
The Southern Ocean Times, September 23, 2017, Page 5 Over at the “pirates cove” stage, pirate groups like the Ye Pirate Brotherhood, Pirates of Fortunes Folly, the Valhalla Pirates and pirate comedian David Engle, featured live and comedic skits, shows and re-enactments. Live musical entertainment was also found at the end of Bay Ave., featuring groups like the Jersey Shore Cats, The Jersey Shore Roustabouts and Strictly 60s. Along with elaborate attractions, several businesses and organizations came out to show their support. Some offered products, services, foods and demonstrations for the public. The event concluded with a concert by Strictly 60s down at the Barnegat docks. Pirates Day will be returning to Barnegat next year and there are hopes for an even bigger turnout.
governing body is a way to show residents that they are serving on the committee without ulterior motives. Marianne Clemente, head of the local Democrats, didn’t see this move as being sincere, but an election year tactic. Novak is running for re-election alongside fellow Republican Alfonso Cirulli. “We’ve been talking about this at least ten years,” she said. A member of the public, usually former committeeman Jake Taylor, has brought it up almost every meeting in the last year. “Last year, it was part of our campaign platform, as was the parks. It’s very nice they’ve taken heed of our comments,” she said.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor
F EATURED L ETTER The Importance Of Federally-Qualified Health Centers Federally-Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) are facing a severe loss in funding. On September 30, 2017, the Community Health Centers Fund, which accounts for 70% of Federal Funding for our programs and services, will expire. This potential loss could greatly impact their ability to deliver critical services to the patient populations of not only New Jersey, but the nation. As Board Chairwoman of the New Jersey Primary Care Association, which represents all 23 Health Centers throughout the state of New Jersey, and President and CEO of Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. (OHI), an FQHC with nine locations in New Jersey, I am gravely concerned for the future of our health care institutions. We are looking for support to help educate Congress about this dire situation, assuring that Health Centers can overcome this potentially catastrophic funding loss and remain a safety net providers for underinsured and uninsured Americans. We are all part of a mighty voice that can be generated with the aid of patients and supporters, pushing forward our message urging Congress and our leaders to fix this funding cliff before it is too late. Currently, FQHCs service over 27 million Americans. In addition, FQHCs help to lower health care costs, create new job opportunities and help to reduce the need for hospital visits. Through this necessary funding, Health
Centers are able to provide primary and preventative care services to the uninsured and underinsured populations of America. Without funding, FQHCs would not be able to administer vaccinations, provide dental care, or offer family care services from infancy through our patient’s senior years. For FQHCs to remain operational and continue to grow, Congress must extend the Health Center Fund and more and keep current funding levels where they are; if not raise them. If this funding cliff is not addressed, Health Centers across the country are looking at their programs being reduced by potentially 70%. This would be a devastating hit to the communities that FQHCs serve and could dramatically impact the health of the large patient populations that benefit from Health Center services. This could include the closing of nearly 2,800 Health Center Locations and a loss of more than 50,000 jobs, leaving nearly 9 million patients without the access to the care they desperately need and are currently receiving for their primary care needs. We implore our leaders to take this message into consideration and provide a solution for this funding cliff. The health of many vulnerable patient communities depends on it. Theresa Berger President and CEO of Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. (OHI)
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Fox News, Or Any News, At The Gym In a recent letter, Raymond Cattonar expressed his opinion regarding Fox News at Planet Fitness. So what happened to our right of choice? Vote with your wallet and patronize another gym. Stream Fox News on your phone. Listen to Fox News podcasts. In my opinion, television and radio should be banned from all establishments. Television provides an unnecessary and largely unavoidable distraction from social interactions. It’s a throwback to ye olden days when folks didn’t have a powerful multimedia device the size of a pack of smokes. People can choose to withdraw from the world through their smartphone’s capabilities, or enjoy the world at large without artificial distractions. Chris Savia Manasquan
Eruvs In Jackson Township Thank you Jackson Township for fighting to ensure
Letters To The Editor that er uvs do not exist in Jackson. I would only ask that being that there is clear case law in this matter if you can go fi rst to the “pot stir rers” in town and ask them to pay for the costly lawsuit that will be coming. W hile I understand the private eruvs may be problematic I would like to point out two things. Firstly with the private eruvs we only shot ourselves in the foot as the religious community can just move them to the other side of the sidewalk where they will still remain an eyesore. So we removed the ability to have sporting equipment and in all practical terms they still will have the eruvs. WE LOST. Second of all the eruvs on utility poles exist all over the U.S. and let’s be honest, they cause no harm. If the utility company allows them, there is really nothing we can do and to fight it is a waste of time and money as they will build it anyways eventually. Yes many are not happy to see change in a town but guess what, we better get used to it as it is not changing. Ben Lieb Jackson
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In Response To “A Vote For Trump”
Mayor John Ducey Kept His Promises
I wish to reply to a letter from Rosemary Doherty (“A Vote For Trump,” Sept. 2, 2017) Ms. Doherty asks how things are working out for we who voted for Trump. Well in truth, pretty good. Although I’m sure we will disagree on some of his policies, let’s talk about how everyone (including Ms. Doherty) is benefitting from President Trump’s activity: The Trump stock market rally has added $4 trillion to the nation’s economy, something everyone with a retirement account (401K, SEP, etc.) or investments, share in. U.S. small business optimism is the highest it has been in 10 years and money is again being invested. More than 1.1 million fewer people are on food stamps under President Trump. U.S. unemployment has hit the lowest levels since 2001. No doubt the 1 million new jobs created since Trump took office has helped and manufacturing is up by over 4% after 10 years of steady decline. The democrats are no longer talking Russia, since there is nothing there and are now saying “racist” yet they refuse to condemn Nazi-like activity by Antifas and Black Separatist/Marxist organizations like Black Lives Matter. Strange that the party that created the Jim Crow Laws, voted against the Equal Rights Amendment and the Federal Anti-Lynching Law (like Al Gore’s father) should be so concerned about racism. By the way, if anyone is mentally unstable it’s Hillary Clinton who has shown multiple positive signs of delusional thinking, projecting and denial. I guess all those years with Bill have caught up to her. Yea things are looking pretty good for us Trump voters, lucky for Ms. Doherty a rising river lifts all boats, including hers. John Cardello Little Egg Harbor
John Ducey and his team made a lot of promises when they ran for Brick Mayor and Council and they kept their promises. Mayor Ducey promised to get rid of red light cameras, and he did. He promised to bring back the Anti-Drug Task force, and he did – along with a program to help opioid addicts get treatment. He promised to stop the tax increases, and he did. This year municipal taxes actually went down! Promises made, promises kept. Mayor Ducey and his Council running mates deserve our vote this November. Eileen Della Volle Brick
Joe Vicari Is Serious About Education I was very pleased to read about Freeholder Joe Vicari’s efforts to bring more specialized training to Ocean County. Joe Vicari’s plan to work with local businesses to ensure that the county’s vocational schools provide the kind of training business owners are looking for in their new employees is an outstanding example of his leadership. I understand that Joe Vicari is a lifelong educator and it shows. These kind of creative ideas will help our students complete-and-succeed in a very competitive job market and economy. Browsing through the Vocational-Technical Schools website, I was amazed by the variety of programs offered. I expected to see plumbing and auto repair, but was surprised by subjects ranging from marine sciences to culinary arts with training at an actual working gourmet restaurant. Programs like this prove Joe Vicari is serious about education. His efforts deserve our support. Please join with me in re-electing Freeholder Joe Vicari on November 7. Anthony Fontana Toms River
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
MacArthur Urges FEMA to Remember Sandy Survivors From The Desk Of
Congressman Tom MacArthur NEW JERSEY - Congressman Tom MacArthur recently attended a press conference hosted by Stop FEMA Now, a citizens action group, where he was
joined by Sandy victims whose homes were damaged and destroyed by the storm. Victims warned Hurricane Irma and Harvey survivors about the mistreatment they
faced at the hands of FEMA and urged the department to remember they are still recovering. “Survivors of Superstorm Sandy have been mistreated by FEMA in New Jersey, and we need to make sure these Washington bureaucrats do not treat Hurricane Irma and Harvey victims the same way, said Congressman MacArthur. “And while I understand the attention is rightfully focused
on those suffering in the South, it’s important to remember that there are still New Jerseyans—nearly five years after Sandy—who are not back in their homes. The job is far from done in New Jersey and FEMA must not forget us. They made many promises. It’s time for them to deliver.” Recently, Congressman MacArthur introduced the Disaster Assistance Fairness and Accountability
Act of 2017, which sets a statute of limitations of three years for disaster recoupment preventing FEMA from trying to “recoup” money from innocent taxpayers. Last year, Tom MacArthur unveiled FEMA whistleblowers that were directly involved with flood insurance claims following the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, exposing a systemic effort by FEMA to
wrongfully deny the claims of Sandy victims. Congressman MacArthur also publicly called for the FEMA Chief, Craig Fugate, to resign after a repor t revealed that thousands of Superstorm Sandy victims had been wrongfully denied insurance claims due to corrupt and fraudulent practices. Mr. Fugate is f inally gone and a new FEMA Chief will be appointed by the President.
Ocean County Is Prepared For Hurricanes And Storms From The Desk Of The
Ocean County Freeholders TOMS R IVER – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders gave assurances to the public recently that county government is prepared for hurricanes and storms. O ce a n Cou nt y is no st r a nger to stor m pre paredness with Hurricane Irene making landfall in Little Egg Harbor Township in August 2011 and Superstorm Sandy causing massive devastation on Oct. 29, 2012. “Our Office of Emergency Management, u nder Sheriff Michael Mast ronardy, along with our security department and other public safety agencies are keeping a close eye on any developments that may come from the storms that are now out in the tropics,” said Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly, Director of Law and Public Safety. “And, while the County stands prepared it’s imperative our residents do the same. “Don’t wait for a storm to hit,” Kelly said. “Prepare now, even if it never affects us, at least you and
your family have the security of being prepared.” Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the Ocean Count y Health Depar tment, said that agency plays a key role in helping during disasters. “The department has a mobile medical unit and a host of other resources that can help residents during times of disaster,” he said. “The department’s Medical Reserve Corp are well trained volunteers that are called into service during emergencies.” He noted the county’s Road Department, Vehicle Services and Solid Waste Management also are prepared for emergencies. The height of hurricane season typically occurs in late August and during the month of September although tropical systems can develop at any point. “The importance of taking the time to prepare a plan in case of an emergency could be lifesaving if disaster strikes,” Vicari said. “We have lear ned ma ny valu able lessons
from Superstorm Sandy. We know that being prepared is key to our safety.” The National Weather Service can usually provide up to five days of advance warning in the event of a hurricane, but storm prepa rat ion a nd Emergency Operations Plans should be established well in advance. “As a coastal area, it is imperative that residents and visitors of Ocean County are aware of the risks that are faced during a hurricane, tropical storm or a nor’easter,” said Sheriff Mastronardy. “Knowing what type of hazards your family may face, what you need to bring with you, and where you will go are all types of questions to think about to be better prepared in case of danger.” Every home should have a portable Disaster Supplies Kit at all times, which should be updated every six months. The kit should include: a gallon of drinking water a day for each person, prescription drugs and special dietary foods, a supply of non-perishable foods, a fi rst aid kit, a battery powered radio, flashlights, and extra batteries. In addition to having a Disaster Supplies Kit, it is important to have Animal Supply K its and Ta ke Along Bags for ser vice animals and pets. Pet kits
should i nclude: a t wo week supply of water and food, non-spill food and water dishes, cage/carrier labeled with contact information, favorite toys and treats, leash, collar and harness, litter, litter pan, paper towels and plastic baggies, and pet medication. It is also advised to make sure that your pets and service animals have current ID tags, and that their vaccinations are current. A plan as to how your pets will be cared for if you have to evacuate, as well as keeping them confi ned or securely leashed during or after a disaster will help them from being confused or frightened. Furthermore, officials encourage residents with disabilities or access and functional needs to sign up for Register Ready. Register Ready is New Jersey’s Special Needs regist r y for disasters that provides information to emergency response agencies so emergency responders can better plan to serve them in a disaster or other emergency. “Register Ready is a free, voluntar y program that allows for extra prepara-
tion in the case of a major emergency,” Vicari said. “It will not only help our residents that our seniors and those with special needs, but it will also provide information so that residents could be checked on during weather events.” To register online, go to ready.nj.gov and click on the Register Ready icon at the bottom of the page. If you are evacuated to a shelter, it is recommended to bring blankets/sleeping bags/pillows, change of clothes, cash/credit card/ checkbook, family documents, birth certifi cates, insurance policies, stock certificates, medicine and prescription drugs, infant formula/food, special dietary foods and diapers. “I can’t emphasize enough that now is the time to prepare no matter what the weather forecast,” Kelly said. “The Ocean County Office of Emergency Management does a great job providing resources during an emergency. “Residents should also keep up on the National Weather Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for information as the risk of hurricanes heightens,”
Kelly said. Emergency management officials also caution visitors and residents from venturing outside during a hurricane. Blowing debr is ca n cau se ser iou s inju r y and t raveling is highly discouraged until an announcement has been made that it is safe. A comprehensive list of hurricane-related resources for residents can be accessed by visiting www. ochd.org or by following the Health Department on Twitter @OCpublichealth. An Emergency Preparedness Disaster Tips pamph let is also available t h roug hout t he cou nt y including the Health Department located at 175 Sunset Ave., here, and the County Connection at the Ocean County Mall, here. Information on emergency preparedness can also be found on the Ocean County Government webpage at co.ocean.nj.us and by click ing on the ‘Be Prepared’ link. This is a special area on the website dedicated to emergency management. Residents can get up to the minute updates on emergencies in the county before, during and after a storm.
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–Photos courtesy Southern Regional (Clockwise) Ice Hockey Players Paul Keyes, Cameron Conrad and Jack Conrad. Central Regional’s Kavon Chambers and Southern Regional’s Joe Miele. Erin Moran. MANAHAWKIN – Southern Regional Ice Hockey players Paul Keyes, Cameron Conrad and Jack Conrad represented the Rams at the Asbury Park Press Shore Conference All Star Classic on August 6 at Middletown Ice World. The game featured players from Ocean and Monmouth Counties. Southern Regional’s Erin Moran won the New Jersey State Grand Championship for Equestrian Reserve Champion in Senior Dressage Equitation. Erin is an 11th grade student and will compete in our Field Hockey program this fall. Central Regional’s Kavon Chambers and Southern Regional’s Joe Miele were named 2017 Emmert-Boyd Game MVP’s. Coach Ron Emmert (Southern Regional) and Coach Boyd
(Central Regional) were legendary football coaches from each school. The Eagles and Rams opened the season in a 24-23 OT thriller won by Central. On September 8 the Rams Hosted Toms River North at 7 p.m. All fans and students were encouraged to wear Red, White and Blue, as those who lost their lives during 9/11 16 years ago were honored. Half of the gate was donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. Southern Regional Girls Cross Country & Girls Track Alum (Class of 2016) Kaitlyn Mooney won the Trinity Invitational in Connecticut for The Coast Guard Academy on September 9. An article on the CGA Athletic Website about Kaitlyn can be read at uscgasports.com/sports/ wxc/2017-18/releases/20170909mg0dn4.
Southern Regional Student Named NJEA Future Teachers Officer
MANAHAWKIN – Over the past 12 years, the New Jersey Future Educators Association (NJFEA) has provided opportunities for students to learn about the profession and encourage their enrollment in collegiate teacher preparation programs. The program is starting its second year at Southern Regional. Tomorrow’s Teachers is a dual credit course taught by Mrs. Catherine Latshaw, and the school is committed to making this its best year yet for future teachers. The NJFEA Future
Teachers Student Officers for the 2017-18 school year are: Anthony Avila, President, Hightstown High School Shane McDermott, Vice President, Burlington High School Amanda D’Agostino, Secretary, Southern Regional High School Sreenidhi Viswanathan, Communications Officer, West Windsor-Plainsboro South High School
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–Photo courtesy Southern Regional Schools Five students from Southern Regional visited Nashville, Tennessee for the F.C.C.L.A. National Leadership Conference this summer. MANAHAWKIN – This past July, five students from Southern Regional visited the Music City – Nashville, Tennessee for the F.C.C.L.A. National Leadership Conference. F.C.C.L.A. stands for Family Career and Community Leaders of America and is a student-run organization with a focus on family. F.C.C.L.A helps students learn how to define and develop leadership, and prepare for a career for the future while still focusing on Family Consumer Sciences. During the week-long conference, 8,000 members from across the country visited the National Conference. Five of the 115 New Jersey members were from Southern Regional. While attending the conference, Alex Capone, Chelsea Olender, Kelsey Jacobson, Katie Hernandez and Rachel Martin faced their fear of public speaking, developed better communication skills, practiced proper manners, understood Family Consumer Sciences, attended different workshops, and met many more members that have the same interests from all across the country. New Jersey State President Kelsey Jacobson and Vice President of Communications Chelsea Olender worked
with the rest of the State Executive Council by attending different workshops to help better New Jersey as a state. Members had the chance to compete in STAR event competitions. Southern came home with two silver medals, which were won by Alex Capone and Rachel Martin. Rachel competed in Life event planning, and Alex competed in Chapter Service Project Display. Three gold medals were won by Kelsey Jacobson, Chelsea Olender and Katie Hernandez. Kelsey competed in Career Investigation, Chelsea competed in Recycle and Redesign, and Katie competed in Illustrative Talk. Kelsey was awarded a $25 Dude Be Nice gift card for participating in the National Programs Scavenger hunt. During some spare time, members had the chance to experience downtown Nashville, visit the Opry Mills Mall and the Grand Ole Opry, and tour a few colleges. F.C.C.L.A. provided members a great time in the city of Nashville, and Southern students are looking forward to the upcoming year to see what F.C.C.L.A. brings to the table when they unite together with the new, New Jersey state theme of “Generation Leadership.”
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By Sara Grillo LACEY – Earlier this month, Lacey Township Police made three DUI arrests, one involving a motor vehicle crash, all of which occurred on the same day – September 5. The first arrest was made at 5:33 a.m. in the parking lot of Walmart, 580 Route 9 North in Lanoka Harbor, after Officer Scott Keefe responded to reports of a male driver slumped over his steering wheel. After an investigation, 35-year-old Keith A. Bernier of Forked River was arrested, processed at police headquarters and charged with traffic summonses for DUI, Refusal to Submit Breath Samples and Reckless Driving before being released. A second arrest came at 4:09 p.m. after Officer Jason Lee responded to reports of an erratic driver in the area of Route 9 South in
Forked River. Officer Lee stopped the vehicle described during the report and arrested the driver, 32-year-old James R. Wareham of Forked River, who was also in possession of a controlled dangerous substance. Wareham received traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving, CDS in a Motor Vehicle and a summons for Possession of Marijuana 50 grams or less. The last arrest came just before midnight in the area of Kearny Ave. and Lakeside Drive North in Forked River after a car crashed into a utility pole. Mariah K. Bartley, 24, of Manahawkin was arrested for DUI and processed at police headquarters. She received traffic summonses for DUI, Reckless Driving and Failure to Maintain Lane. No other vehicles were involved in the crash.
Waretown Library September Events
WARETOWN – The Waretown library is located at112 Main St., Waretown. These programs are free and open to the public. To register call 609-693-5133 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org. Displays: Meeting Room – “It’s All in the Technique” - This year’s exhibition of watercolors by Carol Nace and her students focuses on using different application techniques, including “wet-into-wet”, direct, and the “four step” process. Please join these artists at their Artist Reception on Monday, September 25 at 7:30 pm. The public is welcome. Children September 28, 10:00 am Hispanic Heritage Month Drop-in Craft – Drop in to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a craft! Ages 2-8.
Teen September 26, 3:30 pm Teen STEAM Challenge – Try your creative problem solving skills in this STEAM challenge. Ages 12- 18. Register. Adult September 25, 6:00 pm Kevin Kelly and Friends – Kevin Kelley and his friendly jazz ensemble will perform instrumental jazz and Latin standards for the listening pleasure of the Waretown community. Register. September 27, 2:00 pm Adults Crafting - Participate in a craft for adults. Register. Friends September 22, 1-3:00 pm Friend’s Book Sale – Great finds for little cost. September 23, 10:00 am–Noon Friend’s Book Sale – Great finds for little cost.
Fiesta, The Taste And Sounds Of Mexico
FORKED RIVER – A Fiesta, The Taste and Sounds of Mexico, is being presented by the Forked River Presbyterian Church on October 21. The fiesta begins at 6 p.m. at the Lacey Township Community Center, located at the intersection of Route 9 North and East Lacey Road, with chips and dips, followed by a variety of tapas (appetizers), a
dinner of chicken or seafood paella with rice, rolls and butter, dessert and beverages. You can BYOB. Entertainment features singer Arturo Leon and Company, award winning mariachi singers. Tickets are $45 and can be purchased at the church office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or by calling 609-693-5624.
St. Francis Parish Annual Spaghetti Dinner
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The St. Francis Annual Spaghetti Dinner is on October 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the St. Francis Community Center Gym, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. Tickets are $15 for adults and $ for children under 12 years old. All are welcome. Dinner will be cooked by local Chef Fred Madonna. Bring the whole family and enjoy a delicious meal without the mess.
Tickets are on sale at the Front Desk of the Community Center. The drawing for all five vehicles from the car raffle will be held at the dinner, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets for the car raffle are still available at the Community Center for $100 for a book of five. For more information, please call the Community Center at 609-494-8861 or visit stfrancisparish.org.
Eagleswood Township’s 21st Annual Country Fair
EAGLESWOOD – Eagleswood Township’s 21st Annual Country Fair & Craft Show is on October 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Division & Railroad Ave. in West Creek. There will be pumpkin decorating, Sprinkles the Clown,
cookie decorating and pie eating contests, pony rides, classic cars, food vendors, rides by Inflatable Adventures and music by Riptide Sound Productions. For more information or to help volunteer, call 609-296-3040, ext. 14.
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LBI Kiwanis To Host 50’s Sock Hop Dance Party
SHIP BOTTOM – The Kiwanis Club of LBI announced that it will be sponsoring its 2nd annual party in support of its “Happy Feet” project. The party will be held at Ship Bottom Fire House on September 29 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Last year’s party was a big success thanks to our community. Faith Dixon, project coordinator, reported that last year more than 3,500 pairs of socks were collected and donated to help children in need, homeless veterans and victims of sexual abuse. “Socks are often not included in clothing drives, but a warm pair of new socks is a highly sought- after item” said Dixon. “Clean socks prevent many common ailments, reduce bacteria and medical problems as well
as warming feet.” The party is a festive occasion with music, singing, dancing, food, beer, wine and light beverages. There will be games, contests and prizes. Just good old 50’s fun. Wear your 50’s outfits. You might win the prize! Tickets are $20, plus a pair of new socks for the Happy Feet Sock Project. Children ages 18 and under are free when bringing a new pair of socks. Contact Faith Dixon at 609-405-2834 or xwebsbf@comcast.net, or Pat Brown at 609 618-1799 or bulldogbrown80@comcast.net. If you can’t join for this fun filled evening, monetary donations are also welcome. Checks can be made payable to Kiwanis LBI, PO Box 174, Ship Bottom, NJ 08008.
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SURF CITY – Join the Friends of the Island Library and Not Just Paint Party for a colorful evening of fun to support a good cause. The Friends of the Island Library will host a paint party fundraiser at Kubel’s Too Restaurant, 8200 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach Township, on September 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. The cost of the paint party is $40 per person, which includes all materials to create your own painting on canvas and instruction by Not Just Paint Party of Beach Haven. No previous painting experience is necessary. Food and drinks may be purchased separately. Attendance is limited to 30 attendees. Tickets are available at the LBI Branch or from mem-
bers of the Friends. Payment must be made at time of registration by cash or check made out to the Friends of the Island Library. Proceeds from this event benefit the Friends of the Island Library. The Friends support the LBI Branch of the Ocean County Library by enhancing facilities, such as funding the new digital sign, and providing services and programs, such as brain games, writer’s group and cultural programs throughout the year. In addition, the Friends sponsor both the Kay Jones Memorial Scholarship and Eleanor Smith Memorial Scholarship annually. For more information call the LBI branch at 609-494-2480.
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for childhood cancer research.” Their organization has helped six other families with their financial needs, sponsored scholarships, and helped out in ways to fill in the blanks of service for families dealing with childhood cancer. Research and funding for childhood cancer is disproportionately small compared to adult cancers. Between birth and 19 years, there are approximately 15,800 cancer diagnoses a year nationwide, said Michael B. Harris, a pediatric hematologist-oncologist with Hackensack Meridian Health, quoting the Center for Disease Control. This equates to about 43 a day, enough to fill two classrooms. This number has been going up in recent years. Part of this is that detection is better, but that doesn’t account for all of the increase. “It’s such a steady increase. It could be the detection is better, but it could be incidences are going up for other reasons we don’t know,” Harris said. Of them, acute lymphoblastic leukemia is the most common, affecting 20 percent. This is followed by 18 percent brain and central nervous system cancers, and 15 percent lymphomas. Osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma make up about 5 percent. “It’s actually a national tragedy,” he said, speaking of how the impact is felt in a family for generations. “Every time you lose a child you lose a universe.” The most positive statistic is that 82 percent of children diagnosed with cancer survive it. “Our goal is to cure 100 percent of chil-
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Fund have been instrumental. “Without their help, we would probably have to close the program.” What Makes A Cancer Cluster? The same year that Emiliana O’Brien was diagnosed, so was Trevor Kwatkoski. His family started Team Trevor, also raising funds and awareness. Both kids were from Bayville and both were diagnosed with osteosarcoma. That kind of coincidence worried local residents. “Osteosarcoma is diagnosed in 400 kids a year and we have two of them right here,” Tim said. Tim said he had done some research into the environmental issues in the area. There was some minerals in the water in the 1920s, but no other red flags. In Dan Fagin’s book, “Toms River,” he traces the history of epidemiology, the study of how disease is contracted, as background for the cancer cluster story in Toms River. At the end, the epidemiologists were unable to prove that drinking water was contaminated by Ciba-Geigy or Reich Farm, but suggested that there was a correlation. Part of the problem was that epidemiology is a growing field; new technology can prove something today that couldn’t be proven decades ago. Another part of this is that every cancer is a different disease, with potentially different causes, and it might not be appropriate to lump them together. “Environmentally, it’s very difficult to figure out,” Harris said. It’s also not caused by one exposure. You don’t drink contaminated water once and then get cancer. The current thought on the subject is that it takes a prolonged exposure that is not likely in very young children. Certain cancers are tied to workplaces. For example, prolonged exposure to asbestos is a known causality. “Cancer is common,” Harris said. The Toms River case is a very famous one. Erin Brockovich’s case against an energy company contaminating groundwater is another. So, cancer clusters are on everyone’s mind, even if a cluster is difficult to define.
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Thou shall not speak in competition with something else (running water, TV, etc.). Thou shall get the attention of the person with a hearing problem. Thou shall try to speak face to face at all times. Thou shall remove obstructions while speaking (your hand, cigar, etc.). Thou shall try to speak distinctly and slowly. Thou shall try to be patient at all times.
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TOMS RIVER – Community Medical Center’s Community Health Services, a RWJBarnabas Health facility, through a grant provided by the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, coordinates the New Jersey Cancer Education and Early Detection program in Ocean County. Currently, free clinical health screenings are available to uninsured women in Ocean County. The program provides free clinical breast examinations, mammograms, cervical exams and pap smears to uninsured women between the ages of 40 and 64. To qualify for the program, participants must meet specific income
requirements. Clinics will be held at the Family Planning Center in Lakewood, 290 River Avenue on October 5 and on October 19, from noon to 2:30 p.m. and at the Ocean County Health Department, 175 Sunset Avenue, Toms River on October 6, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. An additional clinic will be held at the Ocean Gynecologic and Obstetrical Associates (OGOA), 475 Route 70, Lakewood on October 27, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Appointments are required. For further information or to schedule an appointment, call 732-557-3202.
American Red Cross Blood Drive At LBI Branch
SURF CITY – Help make a difference in someone’s life by donating blood to the American Red Cross on September 25 from 2 to 7 p.m. at the LBI Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 South Central Avenue. Appointments are preferred and may be
scheduled in one of the following ways: by registering online at redcrossblood.org then entering sponsor code Ocean County Library LBI Branch, by calling 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767) or by scanning the QR code on the Blood Drive poster at the LBI Branch.
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
We’re programmed to blow the candles out on birthday cakes and then enjoy the dessert. How splendid! But you realize people are spitting on it, right? For years I’ve ignored this one gruesome detail at birthday parties. If you’re not the blower, you better wish for a strong immune system and a pack of probiotics! For goodness sakes, it’s gross but we overlook it don’t we… now there’s a study published in the Journal of Food Research, which has discovered that blowing out birthday candles results in 1,400 percent more disgusting germs on the cake’s frosting, than if you don’t blow those candles out. I’ll have a slice of birthday cake with a Z-Pak please. Studies only test regular candles, so don’t get me started on those trick candles which turn your party into the pneumonic plague. I can see you rolling your eyes from here, worried about how silly or anti-social you will appear for not bonding with the birthday boy and all that splattering spit on the communal cake. Maybe you can make an exception for your adorable toddler, or your spouse, but not for a stranger, yuck! Here’s my God’s honest truth: If I was at a restaurant and the waiter came over and blew on my food, I’d honestly get up and leave! I wouldn’t even be nice about it. I’d leave a terrible Yelp review. Are you with me on this? Are we germiphobes or just precautious, dare I say intelligent? The older you are the worse the phlegm flying! Forget 8 year-old Johnny, consider 88 year-old Edith. By the time she’s done blowing, you might have to pick her dentures out of the icing! Yes I’ll take a slice if it’s chocolate, hold the wisdom teeth. Okay okay, I’m completely out of my mind about this, but just for a moment humor me. You have about 650 different species in your mouth.
Go just 24 hours without brushing, and 20 billion germs becomes 100 billion! Here’s what’s in there (and also on your cake): Rhinovirus - Associated with the common cold Herpes Simplex Type I - This one causes fever blisters, aka “cold sores” Influenza - This is usually the bug behind The Flu Streptococcus - Many diseases including Strep Throat Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans - A mouthful huh? It causes gum disease Clostridium - A very dangerous germ causing severe diarrhea The study was simple. Researchers spread cake frosting onto a Styrofoam base (to mimic cake) and then spread foil over the frosting. They pushed birthday candles through the foil, down into the Styrofoam ‘cake’ base. Then the scientists rounded up people who were interested in eating pizza. I am dead serious. After consuming pizza (and probably beer but I can’t confirm that yet), the test participants blew out the lit candles. Since pizza is my second favorite food behind sushi, I would have gladly volunteered for this research, but no one bothered to ask me. Regardless, frosting samples plated to determine bacterial growth. The contamination level was nothing to celebrate. Would you like more information as well as safer alternatives for birthday candles? If so, sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email the extended version of this article to you. At the risk of sounding ridiculous, I’m going to email Betty Crocker now and ask them to formulate antibacterial cake frosting, and then pay me royalties. This will cut down on the obsessive thoughts of consuming all those germs at your next office birthday party. Oy! This whole conversation reminds me of the old English proverb, “You can’t have your cake and eat it too.”
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Southern Reliability Link Pipeline Approved
By Chris Lundy TRENTON – The Southern Reliability Link pipeline was approved as far as the Pinelands Commission is concerned, although environmentalists vowed to continue the fight. This is a pipeline proposed by New Jersey Natural Gas. It would run for 30 miles, starting with a connection to an existing pipeline in Chesterfield. The path of the proposed pipeline would travel through North Hanover, Upper Freehold, and Plumsted. Then, it would go through Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and Manchester Township. The line would run through existing rights-of-way. The Pinelands Commission was judging the pipeline’s impact on the Pinelands. They voted 8-4 in favor of it. The Commission only has governance over the 12.1 miles that would run through the Pinelands. The “Yes” votes included Ocean County representative Alan Avery and a governor’s appointee, Gary Quinn from Lacey, as well as William Brown, Giuseppe Chila, Paul Galletta, Jane Jannarone, Edward McGlinchey, and chairman Sean Earlen. The “No” votes came from Candace McKee Ashmun, Mark Lohbauer, Richard Prickett, and another governor’s appointee, D’Arcy Rohan Green of Bay Head. Commissioner Edward Lloyd recused himself, and Bob Barr was absent, according to a spokesman. The Commission usually has 15 members, but they are down to 14 because currently there is no federal appointee. The vote was whether to accept Pinelands Commission executive director Nancy Wittenberg’s recommendation to allow the pipeline under certain conditions. These conditions included making sure the work site is kept clean and that native plants are used for revegetation. Another condition requires having a biologist on hand to notice any Pinelands species that might be impacted, and an engineer on hand to prevent chemical leaks from drilling. “The Pinelands Commission hereby fi nds that there is ample evidence in the record that demonstrates that the proposed development with the conditions recommended by the Executive Director
conforms to the minimum standards of the Pinelands Comprehensive Management Plan,” her recommendation read. Environmentalists had been protesting this pipeline for months, and the fight does not appear to be over. “Once again, they took the side of pipeline companies over doing their job and protecting the Pinelands,” said Jeff Tittel, Director of the New Jersey Sierra Club. “This approval fl ies in the face of the thousands of New Jersey citizens who have spoken out against the pipeline and contradicts the Commission’s own rules. What makes this more outrageous is that the court ruled that Nancy Wittenberg’s previous approval of the SJG pipeline exceeded her authority. Now the Commission is rubberstamping her decision instead of acting as an independent body.” A press release from the New Jersey Sierra Club noted that they are currently suing the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) and the Pinelands Commission on their approval of the SRL pipeline. “There have been confl icts of interest throughout this whole process. The decision-makers for this pipeline have been tainted from Christie down. He put many of the Commissioners in their positions so they would help him push through these pipelines,” he said. Director of Communications for New Jersey Natural Gas Michael Kinney said in a press release that the company was pleased with the vote. “NJNG has worked hard to develop a route for the Southern Reliability Link (SRL) that enhances resiliency, complies with the Pinelands Comprehensive Management Plan, benefits the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and minimizes the impact to the environment and community,” he said. “The SRL has now been approved by the New Jersey Pinelands Commission, the state Board of Public Utilities and the Department of Environmental Protection. Now we are focused on fi nalizing our outstanding road-opening permits and continuing to work with the Joint Base. Once we have all of the necessary permits, we will begin construction to enhance the resiliency of our system and ensure safe, reliable service for our customers.”
Tuckerton Library September Programs
TUCKERTON - The Tuckerton Branch of the library announces the following programs: September 25, 6 p.m. - Free PG-13 Movie. Desperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking on a daring bid to knock off the very bank that absconded with their money. Please see the printed Ocean County Library Brochure, the Tuckerton Branch’s
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Dan Levinson Takes Jazz Back To Its “Jass” Roots At Grunin Center
TOMS RIVER – At the “Jass” Band Ball: A Centennial Celebration of Recorded Jazz with Dan Levinson’s Roof Garden “Jass” Band is the featured jazz act this October during MidWeek Jazz at Ocean County College Dan Levinson’s Roof Garden “Jass” Band will perform on October 11 at 8 p.m. on the Main Stage, Grunin Center, Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River. Please use Parking Lot #2. On the morning of February 26, 1917, while America simmered on the brink of war, the Victor Talking Machine Company brought a band of five musical revolutionaries from New Orleans into its new recording studio at 46 West 38th Street in Manhattan (New York City). The musicians called themselves The Original
Dixieland “Jass” Band, and they played an exciting, fiery kind of music that was unlike anything else on record at that time, and which the New York public had not heard before. On that historic day, The Original Dixieland “Jass” Band made what would become the fi rst jazz phonograph record! On October 11, one hundred years later, Dan Levinson’s Roof Garden “Jass” Band will showcase At the “Jass” Band Ball: A Centennial Celebration of Recorded Jazz taking audience members back to that historic moment in time and delighting senses with those very same sounds that exalted a war-weary nation and propelled it into a wild, hypnotic frenzy. Tickets are $24-$20. Purchase tickets
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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent Conodo - 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. No pets. No smoking. Fort Myers. Call after 6, 732-657-9474. (39) Rental or Sale - Homestead Run Adult 55+. Community Clubhouse. 2 BR, 1 or 1.5 Bath. Available immediately. Call 732-370-2300. (41) Furnished Home - To share in Holiday City. $650/month plus 1/2 all utilities. Private bedroom and bathroom. Female preferred. 732-977-7321. (42) Home Share - Whiting $480/month, 1 year lease. Be over 40, have car. Off street parking, sunporch, w/d, patio, gym, clubhouse, cable, wifi. 732-849-3680. (40) 55+ Crestwood Village VI Whiting 2 bedroom, EIK, 1 bath, garage. Newly updated. $950/mo, +utilities. 1 1/2 security. No pets. Non Smoker. 732 716-1386 (41) Marriott Ocean Pointe, FL - Oceanfront, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 balconies. March 10-17, 2018. $2,000. Check internet, call Roz 732-730-3720. (40)
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Help Wanted Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/Servers AM and PM shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9/hr. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. Part Time Activities Assistant The Pines at Whiting is currently looking for a part time activities assistant to work every other weekend in our Assisted Living community. Candidates must have the compassion and ability to work with the senior population to lead various activities. $10/hr. Interested candidates can apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759. Phone 732849-2047/Fax 732-350-0540/email: rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. 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) 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! Part Time 7-3 (9 days/pay/72 hours a pay), Full Time 11-7, Part time 3-11/6 days/pay/22.50 hours per pay. Excellent benefit package for Full Time/part time benefit eligible employees. Stop in today to learn more. Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7 Special weekend rates of $14/hr. 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. The Goddard School on Route 70 in Toms River - Is hiring for multiple full time and part time positions! We provide a warm, loving environment for children ages from 6 weeks to 6 years. We are looking for fun, energetic teachers. Must be available Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:30am-6pm. Looking to hire immediately. Salary based on experience. Benefits include Paid time off, 401K, and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about our available positions or to set up an interview call 732-3635530 or email your resume to dtoms river2nj2@goddardschools.com. (t/n)
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Kia Dealership Kmart Manahawkin Manera’s Restaurant Tortilleria Mexican Restaurant Buy Rite Liquors (In Village Plaza) Classic Restaurant Lyceum 11 Bagels & Beyond Mill Creek Laundromat Anthony’s Pizza Mr. Cuts
Long Beach Island
Avis Sports & Fisherman’s Headquarters Southern Ocean Chamber of Commerce Gateway Liquors Wawa (LBI) Shore Good Donuts Bank of America Ship Bottom Borough Hall Surf Taco Joey’s Pizza (in Ship Bottom) Bagels & Beyond/Subs Up Deli St. Francis Community Center Kubels II Restaurant Acme Supermarket Dockside Diner Hands Breezin’ Up Schooners Warf (9th St) Thundering Surf Waterpark Bowker’s Deli Buckalew’s The Chicken or the Egg Fred’s Diner Spray Beach Bagels & Deli Fritzie’s Wine & Liquors Nardi’s Restaurant Wawa 88th street parking Township of Long Beach Building 64th Street parking Dom’s Drive-In 21st Street parking Shell Liquors (outdoor stand) Spray Beach Bagels & Deli Woody’s Drive-In Surf City Bagels & Bakery Anchor Wine & Spirits Bagels & Beyond Anchor Produce Panzone’s Pizza Surf City Laundry Blue Claw Seafood Surf City Pizza Surf City Bait & Tackle Scojo’s Restaurant LBI Library Oasis Grill Udder Delight Ice Cream & Pizza Harvey Cedars Borough Hall Harvey Cedars Public Works Garage North Shore Hotel
Barnegat Light Town Hall Mustache Bills Diner Barnegat Light House White’s Market Gulf Gas Station Arts Foundation Bldg
Manahawkin (cntd.)
Outdoor Flea Market Manahawkin Urgent Care Now Pietro’s Pizza Motor Vehicle Rite Aid Acme Supermarket Thunderbird Lanes Stafford Twp Municipal Complex Horizon Diner The Pretzel Factory Stafford Library Manor House Shops Speech Pathology Solutions The Gournet Deli Callaway’s West Creek Liquors JT’s Restaurant
Tuckerton
Tuckerton Pub Splashes Salon Wawa (Rte 9 & Green St)
Little Egg Harbor
Mystic Island Casino Liquors Little Egg Harbor Library Acme Naples Pizzeria Little Egg Dental Wawa (Green St) Sea Oaks Country Club Restaurant Shooters
WAWAS that have the Southern Ocean Times: SUPER WAWA 701 Rte 9 N, Lanoka Harbor SUPER WAWA 800 Lacey Rd, Forked River SUPER WAWA 444 Rte 9 Forked River 455 Rte 9 South Waretown 500 Rte 9 Barnegat SUPER WAWA 945 W Bay Ave, Barnegat 1400 Route 72 W, Manahawkin SUPER WAWA 350 Rte 72, Manahawkin SUPER WAWA 470 Rte 9, Manahawkin 902 Central Ave, Ship Bottom 13115 Long Beach Blvd LBI 20 Rte 9, Tuckerton SUPER WAWA 1201 Rte 539, Little Egg Harbor SUPER WAWA 197 Mathistown Road, Little Egg Harbor
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Stafford Branch Library October Programs
MANAHAWKIN – The Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library, located at 129 North Main Street, has the following programs scheduled for adults, children and teens in the month of October. The programs are free, but some require advanced registration. Call the library at 609-5973381 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org for more information. Adult Programs: October 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 3 p.m. on Sundays – English Conversation Group October 4 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. – Brain Games. Adults participate in a range of mental exercises designed to keep their minds sharp. October 4 from 6 to 8 pm – Ghosts I’ve Come to Know. Did you ever wonder what’s on the other side? Well-respected paranormal investigator and author Gordon Ward explains his distinctive approach and evidence to support the belief in the survival of the human consciousness after death. October 5 and 12 from 1 to 3 p.m., and October 7 and 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – String of Purls Knit/Crochet October 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. – Mah Jongg October 11 at 6:30 p.m. – Credit Cards: How to cut your cost dramatically. This workshop will explain what each fee represents with credit card charges and what options a merchant has to reduce their costs and exposure. Presenter Michael Feliz has been in the merchant services industry since 2000 working with Shore Merchant Services. Part of a SCORE Workshop series. October 12 at 7 p.m. – DVD Discussion Group: Beatriz at Dinner. Watch the DVD at home and then come in for a lively discussion. (R) 83 min. October 18 at 3 p.m. – Make It! Fall Iris Paper Folding. Learn to create vivid fall leaves using Iris Paper Folding technique. All supplies provided. October 18 at 6:30 p.m. – Italian Heritage Month – The Italian Americans. Parts 1 & 2 of the 2015 PBS series; La Famiglia Roots & Becoming Americans. October 25 at 3 p.m. – Internet Safety for Seniors. Join Assistant Prosecutor Rory Wells for an information session on staying safe on the internet. October 25 at 6 p.m. - Feature Film Night – Split. (PG–13) 117 min. Children’s Programs: October 2 at 10:30 a.m. – Bouncing Babies. Lap sit rhymes and songs for ages 0–12 months with caregiver.
October 4 at 4 p.m. – Slime Time. Make your own goopy slime. Ages 6–11. October 11 at 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime. Stories and a craft. Ages 3–5. October 16 at 6 p.m. – Sign and Sing. Have fun with Miss Cristen who will teach you American Sign Language through singing and dancing. Ages 0–5 with caregiver. October 17 at 10:30 a.m. – Toddler Time. Stories, songs and fingerplays for 2–3 year olds with caregiver. October 20 at 10:30 a.m. – Waddler Time. Rhymes, songs and dancing for ages 13–23 months with caregiver. October 24 at 3:30 p.m. – LEGO® Builders Club. We supply the bricks, you bring the ideas. Ages 5–12. October 27 at 10:30 a.m. – Halloween Fun and Parade. Trick or Treat in the library, and play fun games. All ages. October 28 at 1 p.m. – Layla: Read to a Dog. Stop in and read to a non-judgmental, affectionate dog. All welcome. Teen Programs: October 6, 20, November 3, 17 at 3:30 p.m. – Learn Online Classroom for Teens: American Sign Language. Learn from online videos in a group to foster discussion and understanding. Ages 12–18. October 9 at 6:30 p.m. – Tween Maker Night: Milagro Charms. Design and create a tin-style charm. Ages 9–14. October 12 at 4:30 p.m., – Teen Book Experts: Dogs are the Best People. Discuss old favorites and new releases. Celebrate Teen Read Week’s theme of “Unleash Your Story” by talking about books featuring unforgettable pets. Ages 12–18. October 13 at 3:30 p.m. – Tween Minecraft Club. Play Minecraft on a PC and talk about the game with other players. Ages 9–14. October 18 at 6 p.m. – Teen Advisory Board Meeting. Join TAB and earn community service credit and build leadership skills. October 26 at 7 p.m. DIY Teen: Basic Claymation. Design and create a short stop motion video. Ages 12–18. Computer Classes: October 3 at 10:30 a.m. – New OCL Website. Learn how to navigate the brand new Ocean County Library website. October 10 at 2:30 p.m. – eBay Basics. Learn how to buy and sell things on eBay. October 17 at 10:30 a.m. – Facebook® 1, 2, 3. Introduction to Facebook®. October 24 at 10:30 a.m. – Travel Tech Tips: National Parks. Learn about websites and apps that will help you make the most of your next National Park adventure.
Planetarium Experience Coming To Two Ocean County Library Branches
BARNEGAT – The Ocean County Library will present “What’s Out There, A Planetarium Experience” at the Barnegat and Brick Branches. Barnegat Branch: 7 p.m. on September 27 at 112 Burr Street. Brick Branch: 7 p.m. on October 24 at 301 Chambers Bridge Road. From the comfort of a portable planetari-
um, teens will assist the presenter, Matthew Meyer, by locating stars, planets, and the moon as they appear in the evening sky. The programs are open for teens ages 12–18. Registration is required. To register, call the Barnegat Branch at 609-698-3331 or the Brick Branch at 732-477-4513 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast
For the week of september 23 - september 29
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): The cosmic seas can change swiftly in the week ahead. Dealing with unpredictable people and situations might make even you seasick. Avoid taking shortcuts that might be deemed less than ethical. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Some people merely muddle through on good looks and mere luck. Contracts and agreements could contain numerous errors so postpone signing important documents. In the week ahead focus on being creative. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You could be brave when caution is a better tactic. It is best to avoid making key changes or crucial decisions until the end of the week when your judgment is better. Remain patient until conditions improve. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Step nimbly around nagging doubts. You may find yourself swimming against the currents if you pursue a fantasy in the week ahead. It is best to tread water and not choose a definite direction until late in the week. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t jump the gun. Emotional upsets could provoke you or cause you to take an action that will be regretted later. In the week ahead relationship problems need to be handled with care to avoid a break or rupture. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Guard against saying things that will alienate others in the week ahead. Push star 67 to block your number when you feel an uncontrollable urge to speak your mind. Avoid melodrama and stick to a logical script. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Teamwork may work well until team members are replaced. If
there is a problem at work or on the job ask for advice from a partner or loved one. In the week to come be sure to appear well-groomed in public venues. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Plan out a reasonable schedule as your sense of purpose may waver or energy could falter as this week unfolds. Your work may be held up to scrutiny or you could be called on the carpet to defend it. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may need to fend off unnecessary accusations if you engage in speculation. In the week to come it will be wise to maintain a low profile and avoid giving offense. Focus on honoring obligations. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The more you do the more is expected. A quota may need to be filled or a high water mark reached, but you have the grit to meet the requirements. Don’t be distracted by romantic urges until the end of the week. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Anticipate the need to handle upcoming bills and obligations this week. You may need to restrain a partner from spending too freely. Financial incentives may act as carrots that drive you to do your best. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Hold your horses. Avoid giving in to your impulses as you may find yourself in a runaway situation. In the upcoming week your best bet is to demonstrate your trustworthiness and to be a true blue and loyal friend.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Food Fusion: Asian Flavors And Western Cooking Techniques Join Forces By Wolfgang Puck In 1983, after opening my restaurant Chinois on Main in Santa Monica, Calif., I was proud to play a part in the culinary revolution known as Asian fusion. That term refers to combining traditional Asian ingredients, recipes, and cooking techniques with those of other cuisines, particularly western ones. At Chinois, our Asian fusion naturally placed a special emphasis on California cuisine, with its celebration of local in-season ingredients and simple, relatively quick cooking techniques. Now, almost 35 years later, Asian fusion has become part of the way many people eat today, both in restaurants and at home. Supermarket Asian food aisles have expanded, along with the number of Asian ingredients in the produce section and even the wines and spirits department. Every day, home cooks and chefs happily use ingredients like soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, fresh ginger, lemongrass and sake, reaching for them as confidently as they reach for ketchup, barbecue sauce, parsley and white or red wine. Looking at the following recipe for my teriyaki-glazed sea scallops with wasabi mashed potatoes, I’m surprised by the fact that, exciting and delicious though it sounds, it really doesn’t seem all that unusual. A generation ago, most people in the United States would have considered it exotic; today it simply seems fun and flavorful. You’ll also find it surprisingly easy. When I tell you it doesn’t use store-bought teriyaki sauce, your first thought may be that making it yourself might be complicated or time-consuming. In fact, the few easy-to-find basic ingredients of a classic teriyaki sauce - sake, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and honey (which I use instead of sugar) - are added all at once to the pan in which you’ve first briefly seared the scallops. Once those ingredients quickly reduce to a coating consistency, the scallops are then returned to finish cooking in the sauce, acquiring a shiny mahogany glaze. The mashed potatoes, which you make first and keep warm while you quickly cook the scallops, are just as easy. The main secret to them is the fact that I puree the Japanese hot green mustard powder called wasabi (which you no doubt know from sushi restaurants) with a little blanched spinach, before incorporating it into the potatoes. Why? Because the wasabi on its own would only turn the mashed potatoes pale green; the spinach, which doesn’t add too much of its own flavor, turns the mixture a bright jade green that looks beautiful as a backdrop for the scallops. It all adds up to a beautiful main dish that you can make, start to finish, in a little more than 30 minutes. Thank Asian fusion for the well-deserved “oohs” and “ahs” from everyone at your table. TERIYAKI-GLAZED SEA SCALLOPS WITH WASABI MASHED POTATOES Serves 4 For the wasabi mashed potatoes: 1 pound organic baking potatoes, such as russets, peeled 2 large cloves garlic, peeled Kosher salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1/4 cup (60 mL) heavy cream, heated 1/2 pound (250 g) baby spinach leaves, rinsed and drained, large stems removed 1 1/2 teaspoons wasabi powder Freshly ground white pepper For the teriyaki-glazed sea scallops: 1 pound (500 g) fresh sea scallops, tough connective tissue at their sides peeled off and discarded Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon peanut oil 1/2 cup (125 mL) sake 1/2 cup (125 mL) soy sauce 2 tablespoons minced ginger 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 cup (125 mL) honey 3 tablespoons bottled barbecue sauce 2 tablespoons minced scallions First, prepare the wasabi mashed potatoes: Cut the potatoes into large pieces of equal size. Put them in a medium-sized pot, with the garlic cloves, add enough cold water to cover, season well with salt, and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook the potatoes until tender enough to be pierced easily with a fork or skewer, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain thoroughly and return with the garlic cloves to the still-hot pot over very low heat for a few minutes to evaporate excess moisture. Pass the potatoes and garlic through a ricer or a food mill back into the pot. With a wooden spoon, briskly stir in the butter and hot cream. Meanwhile, in a clean pot, bring water to a boil; place a mixing bowl filled with ice cubes and water nearby. Add the spinach to the pot, immersing it for 10 seconds; then, drain the spinach and immediately plunge it into the ice water. Drain thoroughly, squeezing out excess liquid from the leaves. Place the spinach in a food processor with the wasabi powder. Pulse until finely chopped; then, continue processing until pureed, stopping as needed to scrape down the side of the work bowl. Stir the spinach-wasabi puree into the warm mashed potatoes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Keep warm. For the teriyaki-glazed scallops, cut each scallop in half horizontally to make 2 round pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the oil and sear the scallops for 15 to 30 seconds on each side. Remove from the pan and set aside. Pour off and discard any excess oil from the pan. Away from the stove, carefully add the sake; then stir and scrape to deglaze the pan deposits. Return the pan to medium-high heat, add the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, honey and barbecue sauce, and bring to a boil; then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and cook until thickened. Return the scallops to the pan; stir and turn them in the sauce to coat and heat them through. Remove from the heat. Serve immediately, mounding the mashed potatoes on heated plates and spooning the scallops over and around them. Garnish with scallions.
(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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