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–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn A clean-up is underway based on dumping that had gone on in the past behind Drum Point Cleaners.

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–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn Jessica Purdy was one of many volunteers bringing awareness of the opioid epidemic to neighborhoods.

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – Thousands of volunteers in New Jersey delivered door hangers (Drug - See Page 4)

Family Fun Discovered At Columbus Parade And Italian Fest

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–Photo by Bob Vosseller Christopher Columbus himself came out for the parade in his honor though he had a little help with his boat being carried by a four wheeled vehicle during the 26th annual Ocean County Columbus Day Parade on Oct. 8 in Seaside Heights.

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By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – The site of a former dry cleaner has become the focus of an environmental investigation by New (DEP - See Page 9)

Howell Homeless Planning For Winter

By Sara Grillo HOWELL – A statue of a broken-winged angel greets people as they enter the Howell Transitional Camp, a symbol of its handful of residents who are homeless, but not without hope.

What makes the camp unique is that the piece of land on Route 9 was set aside to help the homeless by Howell Township six months ago.

According to Minister Steve Brigham, who leads the camp and lives there, it’s the only homeless camp in the northeast to be approved by a municipality – which is big. Very few homeless camps across the county receive recognition by the towns they exist in, and most that do are on the west coast.

Today, the transitional camp boasts cooking areas, over a dozen chickens, a chapel area, computer lab and medical tents, and a tiny house, all powered by solar panels.

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Page 4, The Brick Times, October 14, 2017 to statistics provided by Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey. Nearly half of young people who inject heroin abused prescription opioids before they started using heroin.

Lifelong Lake Riviera resident Jessica Purdy, 38, organized Knock Out Abuse Day for the township. As a patient advocate for a detox facility – Discovery Institute in Marlboro – Purdy is uniquely qualified since she is in long term recovery after being a heroin addict from the ages of 14 to 29.

As the mother of five children, she was able to quit her drug use habit during her pregnancies, but relapsed four days before giving birth to her fourth child.

Purdy had taken Vicodin to help with pain resulting from kidney stones. When she gave birth, the hospital tested her meconium for opiates since she had a history of drug –Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn abuse, so the Division of Youth Services Several neighborhoods were canvassed by got involved and Purdy was only allowed volunteers, like Jessica Purdy, to educate the to have supervised visits with her newborn. public.

“That was my rock-bottom, but it was also my saving grace because I went to an inpatient treatment center for 31 days, and then I had inContinued From Page 1 tense outpatient treatment, and I have been clean containing information about opioid abuse ever since,” she said. prevention to thousands of homes for the Purdy became involved in BMAC (Brick second annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day. Municipal Anti-Drug Coalition) after attending The event took place on Friday, Oct. 6. In Brick, a substance abuse forum in Toms River last volunteers spread out to deliver the door hangars, year and was seated behind Brick Mayor John along with a bag to be used for the disposal of G. Ducey. unused prescription medication that could be “I tapped him on the shoulder and asked him brought to a drop box at the police station. if I could have a meeting with him, that I’d like Opioids are medications that relieve pain, and to get involved with community awareness and in 2016, some 2.75 million prescriptions were share my knowledge and experience,” Purdy said prescribed for them in New Jersey, according from Lake Riviera, where she was distributing

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the door hangers.

The next day she got a call from the mayor’s office and a meeting was scheduled with the mayor, Brick Police Chief James Riccio, Business Administrator Joanne Bergin, BMAC Chair and council liaison, Andrea Zapcic.

“They gave me a position in BMAC, which meets once a month,” Purdy said. “I told Andrea about Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day, and she asked me to organize the day for BMAC.” About 15 volunteers fanned out and distributed some 1,500 hangers and bags to neighborhoods in Lake Riviera, Baywood, Sawmill, Maple Leaf and Birchwood Park.

Purdy said that if you suspect that your child is using heroin, or any drug, including alcohol (which is also a gateway drug, and a “big red flag” for opioid abuse, she said), the first thing you should do is purchase an over-the-counter 12-panel drug test from a pharmacy.

“The results are instant, and then you have to confront your child,” she said.

Most parents don’t know what to do, but there are many local parent-to-parent resources and support groups. Purdy said Nar-Anon is a great organization for helping the family of a substance abuser.

“It’s very important to stop being an enabler. The addict needs an emotionally supportive family.

Don’t give them money. Don’t drive them to their drug dealer’s house,” she said.

An estimated 2,000 people died of an opioid overdose in 2016. People can die just from sniffing heroin, Purdy said.

Councilwoman Zapcic had 300 homes to visit on Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day to hand out door hangers and bags.

“I spoke to some people who were outside, and the response was very, very positive. People were appreciative,” she said in a phone interview the following day.

A BMAC grant requires that the committee develop environmental strategies to combat opioid abuse, which include changing policy and creating consequences.

For example, BMAC has gone to local pharmacies, which now staple informative literature to bags containing prescription narcotics, Zapcic said.

Doctors may no longer prescribe more than a five-day supply of opioid pain relievers, and they must have a conversation with their patients about the potential of opioid addiction, she said. Patients are also encouraged to get unused medications out of the house.

Zapcic said Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day is part of an ongoing effort by the township to address the opioid problem.

Other initiatives include the formation of BMAC; school-based programs such as DARE, Lead & Seed, and #NotEvenOnce (a new interactive course, presented to high school students by the township police department); the prescription drop-off box, and more.

Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day is a project of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey in cooperation with the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse; the NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Addiction Services; and the Community Coalition for a Safe and Healthy Morris, and thousands of volunteers across the state.

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–Photo by Bob Vosseller Folkloric group La Teglia came from Molise, Italy, to perform. for five years now. Before this we did the St. Gerard Italian Festival in Newark for 20 years.

Continued From Page 1 I met Mike (Blandina) at that festival and he

By Bob Vosseller asked if I’d be interested in coming here. I did SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Long time Parade and we’ve been here ever since.”

Chairman Michael A. Blandina said recently Caruso, whose stand sells cannolis and other that the annual Italian Heritage Festival and Italian baked goods, moved his family to Toms Ocean County Columbus Day Parade never River from Staten Island a few years ago. rests on its laurels and that he and his committee Not all the stands were for a profit making always try to offer something new and exciting operation. John Salemi, Toms River, joined to those who come out to it. fellow members of Simon’s Soup Kitchen in Blandina said that the festival, held from Fri- bringing awareness to their cause of helping day, Oct. 6 to Sunday, Oct. 8 “has become one the needy. of the most popular ethnic cultural festivals in “The Columbus Day Parade Committee has the state.” He added that for the past 19 years allowed us to have a table here for the last 14 the parade committee arranged to bring in years. We serve meals twice a week, Tuesdays “special groups of talented people from Italy to and Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the parish add an authentic spirit of Italian Heritage and hall of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church.

Culture to these events.”

They are healthy meals. We ask no questions “This year it was our honor to have for the and we welcome those who come in for a first time with us the folkloric groups Città di meal,” Salemi said.

Tropea from the Region of Calabria, Italy and Saturday’s entertainment included Jersey La Teglia from the Region of Molise, Italy,” Shore DJ Entertainment followed by chilBlandina said. dren’s characters at noon along Grant Avenue Both Folkloric Groups consisted of around provided by Absolutely Bonkers. Saturday’s 25 members, divided between singers, danc- entertainment included Julian & Dominique, ers and musicians. All were experienced in Jimmy Bono Geany, The Cameo’s, Kim Jenfolklore and wore historical costumes typical kins of Strictly 60s and another appearance by of their respective region of Italy. Such attire La Teglia and Citta di Tropea. was usually worn for special occasions like Despite gray skies and a few sprinkles of rain, weddings, engagements and other important the 26th annual Ocean County Columbus Day events.

Parade stepped off at 1 p.m. as planned on Oct. Blandina thanked John Giavatto, International 8. The rainfall that put a damper on last year’s Relations Chairman for the festival, with con- parade would not be repeated. tinuing to arrange groups like La Teglia and Rancho Folclorico “Danca Na Eira,” a PorCittà di Tropea to attend the iconic cultural tuguese group, performed at 3 p.m. and were event, which has become a staple activity for followed by Tympanic Plexas and Patsy Palma, county residents and visitors for nearly 30 who performed a tribute to Frank Sinatra and years. the Juke Box Legends All Star Review with The heritage festival kicked off with Seaside Joe Leo, Bill Sagares and John Sebastian. They Heights Mayor Anthony Vaz cutting the cer- were joined by Vic Rubino and Frank DeRosa. emonial ribbon at the Our Lady of Perpetual Sandra Lazzaro is a regular at the festival.

Help Church in the borough at 6 p.m. on Oct. 6. She’s attended the borough’s last 20 Colum“I am always happy at this festival,” the mayor bus Day celebrations. “As the daughter of two said while strolling with his wife to explore the immigrant parents of Italy it is wonderful to festival. “It brings out Italian heritage to our see our culture and heritage honored like this. I community. This is also a wonderful family feel it with all my heart.” She previously worked event and Seaside Heights is very family with the parade/festival organizers to bring oriented. This is a one of our best post-season representatives of Italian law enforcement to the activities.” borough’s festival as special guests.

Entertainers on Friday night included the Gary Leonardo of Hamilton brought his family Juke Box Legends, The Gems and a strolling to the parade on Sunday, including his 4-year-old Metropolitan Festival Band. son who was waving an Italian flag as bands, Among the many vendors that were part of the floats and marchers passed by. weekend festival was Roe’s Casa Dolce owned “For us it is a tradition that three generaby Mike Caruso. His stand featured an Italian tions of Leonardos have enjoyed for many flag canopy. “We’ve been here at this festival years,” Leonardo said.

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Continued From Page 1 One family was able to do what the camp is designed for – transition out of it. Before landing there, they were staying at a winter rental in Long Beach Island, but were forced to leave when rates shot up in the summer.

The son had earned his master’s degree in biology, but he and his mother were working full-time at a ShopRite in south Jersey and commuting there from the camp 60 miles one way because they still could not afford housing.

The hotel owner in LBI recently called and said they could start staying there again during the week.

“You could just see the bounce in the woman’s step,” said Brigham, sharing that there’s a lot of people out there like this family who want to do the right thing and work, except the cost of living is so high for low-income people.

In late September, Brigham posted a message on Facebook in an attempt to dispel rumors circulating that the camp was shutting down.

“Although we have had a generous outpouring of in kind donations from the surrounding community, we have been struggling to meet the day-to-day expenses of operating the camp,” he wrote.

Some of those expenses include liability insurance required by the township, vehicle maintenance, needs of the residents, infrastructure upkeep, repairs, phone bills, garbage pickup and porta john service, as

–Photo courtesy Steve Brigham Howell Transitional Camp resident Gail, 61, stands near a “Home for the Homeless” sign. Minister Steve Brigham worried that there might not be enough propane to heat residents’ tents throughout the winter this year. A statue of a broken-winged angel greets residents as they enter. well as extra blankets, sleeping bags, warmer clothes, socks and gloves as the winter months near.

Brigham said the biggest bill, however, is the propane needed to heat the tents.

“I can tell you firsthand it’s miserable to be without heat during the wintertime,” he said.

Anticipating the limited funds available for propane and the long, cold winter months ahead, he and the Destiny’s Bridge board, which oversees the operation, initially made the decision to find alternate housing for camp residents to ride out the winter. But after an outpouring of support in response

to his post and numerous pledges to help through the winter, it looks like they’ll have enough propane to make it through after all.

Most of the 13 people who live in the camp are over 55 years old. Brigham said it’s about half men and half women, although right now the men are slightly outnumbered.

“Nine people go out every day and work pretty much full-time jobs,” he said.

Those who are working, and some who have moved out of the camp entirely, typically have stronger skillsets. Some people who do seasonal work come back to the camp to save money during times when there’s no work available, especially if they

have no friends or family to fall back on.

For people who are unskilled, “It’s almost impossible for them to make it in society,” said Brigham, let alone earn enough money to afford housing in this area.

“I believe in creating an economic housing atmosphere where everybody can afford a place to live,” he said, adding that it’s a basic necessity that there should be a housing level for every income level.

Anyone wishing to make a donation to the camp in the form of money, supplies or gift cards to Lowes, Walmart of BJs can send them to Destiny’s Bridge at P.O. Box 692, Lakewood, NJ 08701.

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By Chris Christopher

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Three New Vikings Lead OCC Teams

It’s an often used saying.

“You can’t tell the players without a scorecard.”

At Ocean County College, the motto could be, “You can’t tell the coaches without a scorecard.”

There are three new coaches, including one who leads two teams.

The Vikings’ head women’s soccer coach is Jennifer Ritter.

Coaching their men’s and women’s cross country team is former Barnegat High School, OCC and Monmouth University standout Jen Nelson.

At the helm of the men’s basketball team is Patrick Boylan, a Brick Township native.

Ritter Returns To College Coaching Ritter, an assistant women’s soccer coach at Lafayette College in 2000 and 2001, is happy to return to the college level.

“I feel like I am whole again,” she said. “I missed coaching at the college level. This job opened up and I can still teach and coach (Ritter teaches health and physical education at Point Pleasant Borough High School). I really wanted to get back into college coaching again. I really enjoyed my first experience.

I am confident I can do this. I have made a real good decision.”

Ritter finds recruiting more relaxed at OCC than it was at Lafayette.

“It is different,” she said. “At Lafayette, it was a little more intense because it is an NCAA Division I program. I had to constantly travel, see the players and go to tournaments. Here, it is more word of mouth. I have been reaching out to the area’s high school coaches. I want to build an atmosphere where this is a comfortable place to play.

“I want players who genuinely love to play soccer.

Soccer is a passion of mine. I am looking for players who are passionate and are willing to work hard.”

The team’s captains are Leena Keghlian, a sophomore midfielder from Toms River East; sophomore defender Allison Krebs, a Brick Township graduate, and Brielle Morella, a sophomore midfielder who resides in the Whiting section of Manchester Township and played at Delsea Regional. Ritter chose each captain.

Keghlian banged home two goals in a win over Nassau County Community College.

“She is a natural born leader on the field,” Ritter said. “She takes control of the game and makes some really good plays happen. She makes something out of nothing. She is very good at creating scoring opportunities. She has a good way of carrying the ball and taking the chance when she sees an opportunity.

She always wants the ball at her feet.”

Krebs leads the defense.

“She is the silent leader,” Ritter said. “She does not have to say much. She outworks everyone. A lot of her teammates want to be like her. She wants to try new things. She has a great way of listening, taking things in and adapting.”

Morella played Division II soccer at Davis and Elkins in West Virginia as a freshman before becoming a member of the United States Navy for two years.

“She constantly talks,” Ritter said. “She constantly directs and she is like having a coach on the field.

She sees things happening and anticipates things happening. She is a Godsend. She works and works and works. She plays in the middle and is involved in every single play.”

Other players on the team are freshman keeper Fiona Borrelli (East), freshman midfielder Emily Molitor (Central Regional), sophomore midfielder Rosa Maria Galindo-Avila (Lakewood), sophomore midfielder Crystal Caruso (Toms River South), sophomore forward Lexi Urban (Southern Regional), freshman defender Kristyn Adams (Island Heights, Bordentown Regional), freshman midfielder Crystal

Guthrie (East), sophomore forward Danielle Harter (Point Pleasant Borough), freshman midfielder Alexis Novotny (Jackson Liberty), sophomore forward Maria Rojas (Jackson Memorial), sophomore midfielder Robin Fiorentino (Point Pleasant Boro), freshman defender Genna Palumbo (Berkeley Township, Woodbridge), sophomore defender Allison Oberg (Toms River, Cherokee), freshman midfielder Jenna Andujar (Point Pleasant Borough) and freshman defender Alexandria Brow (Brick Township).

“I would like all of our players to be big scorers,” said Ritter, assisted by former Georgian Court University player Tori Capestro. “It’s just a matter of them coming into their own and believing in themselves. I want to see us build the ball out of the back and play the ball wide. I am teaching our players how to move without the ball. We want to play

possession soccer for most of the time as opposed to driving the ball down the field and running after it.”

Ritter is a graduate of Wayne Valley where she was an all-state player. She starred at East Stroudsburg University, setting school career records for points and assists. She helped ESU win its first Pennsylvania StateAthletic Conference title in program history.

She is a two-time inductee in the ESU Hall of Fame in 2008 and 2012.

Ritter studied for one semester in Leeds of the United Kingdom where she played on a women’s football team. She coached Point Pleasant Borough to an NJSIAA sectional title. She coaches an under-12 travel team in the Brick Township Soccer Club.

Nelson Features Impressive Background Nelson brings a well-rounded background to (OCC - See Page 26)

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Vicari Cares

Voting On Election Referendum Questions Voters are being asked to approve the NJ Library Construction Bond Act on Nov. 7, as well as a constitutional amendment dedicating moneys from state environmental contamination cases.

I give no. 1 a “NO” vote. It calls for state grants to towns and counties for upgrades to library facilities. While there is a need and the thought has merit, it should not be funded by taxpayers throughout NJ. Here in Ocean County we’ve been paying a county library tax at least as far back as 1993 per my records. In Lacey the tax is now .037 per hundred dollars of valuation. Ocean County has established a high quality system with our tax dollars.

Apparently, North Jersey governmental bodies have not had the foresight to set aside funds for libraries.

They generally have higher property taxes than us, however.

The issue is a local problem, and it should not be hoisted onto the backs of the general populace. Anyone who has a mortgage knows that the final cost will be far more than $125 million. I encourage you to vote “NO.” Question no. 2 should get a “YES” vote. It’s a no-brainer that environmental pollution recovery funds should go to the cleaning up the environment and not wind up in the .

We’ve all heard how the governor has robbed such funds to balance the budget. The original legislation behind this question has allowed him to do it, so now is your chance to tie the hands of future governors. The original legislation was faulty, so correct it with a “YES” vote.

Bert Topping Forked River

Police Group Supports Burry The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #30, Monmouth County Superior Officers’ Association, supports the re-election of Freeholder Director Lillian G. Burry.

Public safety is one of the most important functions of county government. Freeholder Burry has always recognized that truth and as the liaison to the Sheriff’s Office has made sure that our members have the support, training and resources we need to keep Monmouth County a safe and secure place to live and raise our .families.

As an honorary member of FOP Lodge 30 and past ‘person of the year,’ Burry continues to be a strong supporter of law enforcement officers and of our lodge. It gives me great pleasure to endorse her in the upcoming elections.

Our members look forward to working with her for another three years.

Shawn Reece President FOP #30

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For Seniors It warms my heart to see how much Ocean County Freeholder Joe Vicari cares about our senior community.

As my parents age it becomes increasingly more difficult to manage not only my family, juggling kids, spouse, pets and a household I am responsible for taking care of their day to day. When I hear about this one on one assistance program for Medicare prescription plans it gave me such a sigh of relief. I don’t have to spend hours researching things now for them.

I simply made an appointment with the Ocean County Connection for October. Now I can kill two birds with one stone – shopping and taking care of my parents.

Thank you Joe Vicari! You have saved me so much time that I can now spend enjoying my family. I’ll be voting for you this November 7th, 2017!

Marty Abramovitch Lacey .

NFL Protests For the past week, much has been written about the dustup involving NFL players exercising freedom of speech.

The NFL players have only themselves to blame for this situation. No one is criticizing their right of freedom of speech. What is offensive is the manner in which they have chosen to exercise it.

The NFL players claim their disrespect of the flag is to protest social injustice and racial intolerance. However, there is absolutely no connection between the two, and the majority of Americans realize this. When Americans see these demonstrations, they see a bunch of affluent, entitled individuals disrespecting the symbol that represents the values, freedoms, and rights that all of us enjoy. Many who see this have fought in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the Gulf wars to defend and protect these rights and freedoms. Many have family members who fought and paid the ultimate price, all so that we could live as a free people.

There can be little doubt that the NFL players realize this .

injustice is a sham. However, what these players most certainly realize that the vast majority of protestors are African American. This automatically injects the element of race into the situation, and certainly not for the good. Therefore, one can only speculate what their true motivation is for their protests. Unfortunately, this side of the argument is never debated.

If the reaction of the fans at a recent football game is any indication, Americans are thoroughly disgusted with these protests. If enough Americans express their disapproval by not attending NFL games, the adverse financial impact will soon have both owners and players finding a more appropriate way to express their protests.

Paul C. Miller Toms River

Freedom Is Not Free

Freedom is not free. Many gave their lives for our freedom. Football players do have a right to protest. But they do not have the right to disrespect and dishonor those who gave their lives for our freedom. All Americans should and must stand to salute our flag as the National Anthem is played.

There are thousands of ways to protest. They could protest at halftime, shave their heads, paint their faces, stand on their heads, etc. They must respect our flag and anthem and all who gave their lives for our country. Shame on the owners and coaches. President Trump was right to call them S.O.B. because they are spoiled high paying players and don’t know what freedom is all about.

I am an 83-year-old Korean War Navy Veteran and my two now deceased brothers are also Korean War Navy Veterans. We always respect and honor those who gave their lives for what we have today. On Memorial Day I saw war Veterans from their wheelchairs struggle to their feet to stand at attention to salute our flag as the National Anthem Played. Wow. Tony Grace Berkeley .

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Continued From Page 1 Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) after a 2010 investigation found that contaminated groundwater had migrated from the site.

Drum Point Cleaners was in operation from 1987 to 2008. Before it closed, the operator was dumping chemicals in the rear of the property, which include tetrachloroethene, trichloroethene, vinyl chloride, 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethane and 1,1,2-trichloroethane, according to the DEP. Investigation activities by the DEP are ongoing to identify the extent of the contamination.

Cumberland Farms, Inc. owns and manages the Country Farms Plaza, located at the intersection of Drum Point Road and Adamston Road.

As the property owners, Cumberland Farms is taking actions in accordance with requirements of the NJDEP to address the impacts, and the company is in the process of installing a remediation system, said a company spokesperson.

“The owners of the building came in to apply for a temporary fence permit and met with land use regarding their plans for the site specific to addressing the contamination,” wrote Township Business Administrator Joanne Bergin in an email.

They planned to install a safety fence around the perimeter of the work area and implement a cleanup system where air is pumped into the water, creating bubbles that pick up the contaminants and safely release them into the atmosphere, she explained.

This is an approved technique that is very common in gas station/dry cleaner contamination, Bergin said.

According to the Cumberland Farms spokesperson, granular activated carbon is usually used to clean the air, which is then disposed of offsite in accordance to local, state and federal regulations.

Installation of the system, plus its operation and maintenance, will be performed by environmental remediation contractor Jaime Wuelfi ng. The cleanup is expected to continue until 2022.

The process would be overseen and approved by NJDEP, the supervisory agency for contamination. The owner’s

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According to the DEP, an estimated 75 percent of state dry cleaners have discharged contaminants into the environment. The contamination is predominantly the result of past operations since the dry cleaning industry has vastly improved its equipment and practices over the last

10 to 20 years.

Exposure to the chemicals dumped by Drum Point Cleaners increases the risk of kidney and liver problems and various types of cancer, according to the DEP website.

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A convenience store and a pizzeria located at the Country Farms Plaza would remain open during the environmental remediation, officials said.

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Presentation Shares Relief For Homebound Seniors

POINT PLEASANT – Mark your calendars to attend a special presentation on Wednesday, November 1 at 7 p.m. at the Point Pleasant Library, 864 Beaver Dam Road.

Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (CVCJ) is a non-profit agency committed to enabling the homebound elderly of Ocean County remain living independently in their homes. As a senior yourself or a spouse, partner or friend taking care of a non-driving elderly member of our community, there is help available. There is no charge for services and there is no income eligibility. The only requirement to receive service is that a loved one is over 60, is no longer driving, and lives in Ocean County or parts of southern Monmouth County.

At this session, CVCJ will review all the services that are available, how the program works and the variety of volunteer opportunities for those who wish to join the 600 volunteers who provide services to our homebound seniors in Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach, Howell, Brick, Mantoloking and Bay Head.

CVCJ volunteers provide: • Round Trip Transportation to medical

appointments where volunteers will use their own car.

• Grocery Shopping where volunteers will shop for you, once every two weeks.

• Friendly Visits and Phone Calls to those who feel lonely and live far from their families.

• Caregiver Canines Pet Visitation to provide a great tail-wagging joy, this program provides in-home volunteers and therapy dog visits.

In addition, we also offer our frail and elderly residents the following services: • Alzheimer’s Respite Care Program – this program offers caregivers of those living at home with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or chronic illness to get relief from their incredible stress and burden on a weekly basis.

• Veteran to Veteran – our volunteer Veterans are matched with a Veteran who will provide any of our services.

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An Afternoon Of Song Coming To Brick Library

BRICK – The New Jersey Gay Men’s Chorus will perform at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 21 at the Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library, 301 Chambers Bridge Road.

The chorus will perform a selection of wellknown tunes and offer a preview of their

upcoming concert pieces for this season.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Brick Library.

This event is free and registration is required.

To register, call 732-477-4513 or visit tinyurl. com/Oct21Chorus.

Annual Gift Auction BRICK – The Sisterhood of Temple Beth Or, Van Zile Road and Route 70, will be having their annual gift auction on Tuesday, November 14 at the Temple. Advance seating can be requested by sending a check for $10 for each ticket to the Temple. Tickets will be sold at the door, if available. Doors open at 6 p.m. There will be money trees, a

smart television, many appliances, gifts for the holidays and a snow blower. Additionally, free bagels with a spread, and coffee/ tea and a snack will be provided. Other food will be available for purchase. No smoking.

Nobody under 18 will be permitted to attend.

For more information, call the Temple at 732-458-4700.

“Our Votes, Our Homes” Get Out The Vote Event TOMS RIVER – A forum to learn about local and state candidates, including their positions on housing issues, will be held 5:15 p.m. Thursday, October 26. The event, which will be hosted by the Mental Health Asso-

ciation (MHA) in New Jersey and Monarch Housing, will be held at the offices of MHA Ocean, 25 South Shore Drive. For more information, email mleotis@mhanj.org or call 848-480-0905.

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The Orchards At Bartley Opens Greenhouse For Residents

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JACKSON – During National Assisted Living Week, The Orchards at Bartley Healthcare unveiled its new greenhouse, which is already growing a scrumptious variety of plants and offers a tranquil sitting area for residents.

The effort was a true community project, with residents taking turns watering and growing the plants.

They will soon enjoy the fruits of their labor through farm to table meals when the fresh herbs and fruits from the trees are ripe for picking.

The greenhouse boasts a lemon and palm tree, ferns, multiple herbs, ivy, cacti and angle plants. There is even a fairy garden made from a bird cage that was made by residents.

“It has been a treat to watch this room transform into a greenhouse, and to see all of the teamwork

and cooperation of everyone watering, and taking care of our plants. There is such a wide variety of plants in the greenhouse, and we truly could not be happier about this addition to The Orchards,” said resident Loretta Carey.

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. 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.

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Fall Bunco Party

POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The Woman’s Club of Point Pleasant will host a Fall Bunco Party on Thursday, November 9 from 6 to 10 p.m. at their clubhouse, 513 St. Louis Ave. Price is $20 and includes a cold boxed dinner from MonAlyssa Restaurant (sub with chips, dessert, coffee and tea. BYOB. Proceeds will help raise funds for a variety of charities that

the club sponsors. The night will include food, Bunco prizes, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle. For tickets, call Mary Anne at 732-295-8213 and leave a message if no one answers. No tickets will be sold at the door. Space is limited. Sub choices include Italian, turkey and cheese, tuna, and veggie. The women will teach you how to play Bunco.

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OceanFirst Sparks Sand Angel Challenge For Hurricane Relief

By Sara Grillo

SEASIDE PARK – Here on the East Coast where winters are filled with biting cold and blizzards – or at least they used to be – it’s pretty standard to have a few snow angels under our belts. But sand angels? Maybe not so likely.

OceanFirst Bank is on a mission to change that. The company is teaming up with New Jersey Natural Gas, NJ101.5, WOBM, the Asbury Park Press and the Causeway Family of Dealerships to try and break the Guinness World Record for “Most Sand Angels Made Simultaneously.” The attempt will take place on the beach at Seaside Park, rain or shine, on October 28.

Anyone interested in trying their “wings” out to help break the record can register for $5 online at oceanfirstangels.com. All proceeds will go toward supporting those still struggling to recover from Superstorm Sandy five years later, as well as aiding in disaster relief and recovery efforts for recent victims of this year’s devastating hurricanes.

“As New Jersey’s leading community bank, OceanFirst was proud to play a major role in helping our neighbors and local businesses get back on their feet following Superstorm Sandy in October of 2012,” said Christopher D. Maher, Chairman & CEO of OceanFirst Bank. “Five years later, there are still people and businesses working to fully recover from the devastation caused by Sandy. We thought this would be a fun event and great way to

pull the region together to help raise money for those affected by Superstorm Sandy and the recent hurricanes.”

The current record was set just three months ago by the city of Ludington in Western Michigan, where people there were successful in creating 1,387 sand angels at the same time.

Seems like a piece of cake, right? Not so fast.

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, there are some pretty strict rules when it comes to creating a Sand Angel, including making your sand mold for at least 30 seconds.

Someone needs to help you get up, too, by pulling on your arms. Make sure you get up without stepping on your creation or leaving any hand prints on it.

Other than that, it’s basically like doing a jumping jack in the sand surrounded by a whole bunch of people for a really good cause.

The foundations involved in the challenge are Ocean County Long Term Recover Group, which aids those impacted by Superstorm Sandy, and the Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services, which supports relief efforts for victims of recent hurricanes.

OceanFirst Foundation and New Jersey Natural Gas will donate an additional $10 for the first 1,500 people to sign up, who will also get a free t-shirt. Anyone who is unable to participate in the record-breaking challenge, but wants to be a volunteer or steward, should visit oceanfirstangels.com or email cferro@ oceanfirst.com with “Sandy Angels Helper” in the subject line.

Author Of Strange Beauty To Visit Lakewood Library LAKEWOOD – Eliza Factor will discuss her book Strange Beauty: A Portrait of My Son at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 15 at the Lakewood Branch of the Ocean County Library, 301 Lexington Ave. Factor’s memoir features love, grief, ideas about communication, and a “highly detailed

account of the roller coaster ride of caring for a disabled, autistic child.”

The discussion will be followed by a book signing.

This event is free. Registration is required.

To register, call 732-363-1435 or visit tinyurl. com/StrangeBeautyOCL

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Fall co-ed instructional and league soccer play is Monday and Wednesday evenings for children ages 4 – 12. The schedule for each age group is Monday, 6 to 7:15 p.m. for children ages 4, 5 and 6; and 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. for 7 and 8 year olds. Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. is for 9 and 10 year olds, and 7:45 to 9 p.m. for children 11 and up.

Fridays are reserved as make up time in case of rain. Follow the Monday and Wednesday schedule. Register at the John Patrick Sports Complex on Vine Street. The registration fee is $10. Players are asked to bring a personal soccer ball to practice.

Students in grades 1 – 12 will learn the skills, conditioning, discipline and techniques of “Escape” wrestling in the Lakewood High School wrestling room on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The

BRICK – The Brick Township Police offered residents these safety tips.

Always lock house doors. Doors should be made from strong wood or metal and should be locked with a deadbolt.

Keep windows locked, even on the second story. Install guards on windows that prevent them from being raised more than a few inches.

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Take pictures or a video of all valuables and document all of the serial numbers. Keep this documentation in a secure place.

Those who witness any suspicious activity around the home or neighborhood, report it to the police immediately.

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Students in grades 9 – 12 must have a parental waiver form.

Only the instruction is free for adult arts & crafts, jewelry making and crocheting programs beginning October 16 at the Lakewood Community Center, Fourth Street. Bring your own supplies.

Instruction includes Jewelry Making on Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Crochet on Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Arts and Crafts on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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BEACH HAVEN – This past Sunday brought record breaking crowds to Long Beach Island’s premier end-of-summer event.

The 29thAnnual Chowderfest weekend had probably one of the best turnouts this area as seen in a long time. With a record number of approximately 15,000 people in attendance, 300 volunteers, 15 restaurants and according to Todd Elsasser the event coordinator, well over 3,000 gallons of red, white and creative chowders. This year’s Chowderfest has made its way into the history books.

Glenn Kalina, DJ for WJRZ FM and the MC for the event, stated, “Chowderfest 2017 has gone down in history as the most attended.” The weather was beautiful, the crowd was huge and the smell of chowder was in the air.

The event was split into two days. Saturday marked the Chowderfest Weekend Merchants Mart. This featured a wide variety of vendors, local businesses, great end of summer sales, plus great food vendors and entertainment on the main stage. This year the Merchant Mart captured the “makers” trend with the new Make Shift Row Tent with handmade products for sale.

Live music was provided by Jimmy Brogan, White Rabbit and The Impulsives. Children’s entertainment included hands on crafts from The Learning Experience, Face Painting by Sprinkles the Clown and Crunchy the T-Rex made his first ever Long Beach Island appearance. There was something for everyone at the free Merchant Mart.

On Sunday, the streets of Bay Village and the Taylor Avenue ball field between Ninth Street and TaylorAvenue (across from Schooner’s Wharf) were packed tight with locals and tourists alike getting their fill of chowder, Chowderwear merchandise, beer, and live musical entertainment from bands and artists like The Pickles, Ted Hammock, Jason Booth and Funk Shway & The Dojo Birds.

Restaurants like The Blue Water Café, Lefty’s Tavern, the DelawareAvenue Oyster House and so many more served up endless amounts of some of the best Chowder in all of the state. These restaurants and businesses lined the field in Bay Village under big white tents featuring themed displays, brilliant enthusiasm and cups upon cups of delicious Chowder.

“Chowderfest extends the economic impact form

summer well into October,” said Lori Pepenella, CEO of the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce. “It allows our restaurants to shine and connect with customers they never would have before.”

Chowderfest is Long Beach Island’s big ‘end of summer’ event that helps to extend the summer season here on LBI and benefit local businesses, she said. All the proceeds from this event go directly to the hundreds of local businesses, charities, events and local scholarships.

It was more than just a locally-attended event, she said. Fans from as far as California, Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico were among the visitors.

“A big thank you to everybody who showed up, the restaurants who make the chowder, everyone who helps us during the event, my wife (Jillian Elsasser, President of the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce), the committee and the guys who are here every day and all week long. Those people are the ones who make this happen,” said the event coordinator Todd Elsasser, as he personally thanked all the individuals and groups that made this event possible.

LBI’s 29th Annual Chowderfest of 2017 may be over but Elsasser said the committee are already planning the next one and are in big hopes for an even bigger turnout for their 30th year.

The Winners Winners were awarded in several categories.

New England – Grand Champion: Howard’s Seafood, 2nd Place: The Chicken Or The Egg, 3rd Place: Country Kettle Chowda Manhattan – Grand Champion: Lefty’s Tavern, 2nd Place: Stefano’s LBI, 3rd Place: Black Whale Bar & Fish House.

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

Do Figs Really Contain Wasp Parts?

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

The first time I ate a fig I was about 40 years old! I was with my husband Sam, and we rented a cottage on a California vineyard in Sepastopol.

One day, we were in the jacuzzi on the deck, and we noticed a fig tree hanging overhead. So I asked the owner if we could eat the figs from the tree. That month it was literally a fig feast, I was making up for a lifetime of abstinence.

FYI, without the wasps you wouldn’t have figs and vice versa. The female fig wasp enters a male (inedible) fig fruit and crawls into the fig through a narrow hole called the “ostiole” which is so cramped and tight that it cuts off her wings and antenna! The lady fig wasp doesn’t know whether she’s entered a male fig or a female fig. If it’s a male “caprifig” she can get comfy and lay her eggs. The eggs hatch into larvae and grow within the fig’s petals. The male wasp offspring are born blind and flightless, but they mate with the females. The male wasps try to ‘eat’ their way out by creating a tunnel, but unfortunately it’s a long one, and they end up dying inside because they can’t escape. Is this TMI? Female fig wasps can collect a fig’s pollen and crawl out the tunnel that their dead partners built, and fly away in search of a new fig plant to lay their own eggs in. If a female wasp enters a female fig, it’s bad news. She won’t be able to lay her eggs because of the stylus. She’ll die

inside that fig… but she will have delivered the pollen. Mission accomplished.

Some of you are amused, and others probably mortified. Are you worried that figs contain big wasps? I’ve eaten a million and never saw one. I don’t think they contain wasps, honestly. The only time I ever saw a wasps inside a fig was on Google Images. (Don’t do it!) You see, it all ends well. The female figs produce an enzyme called “ficin” which digests the wasp that entered it, thus turning the wasp corpse into pure protein inside the fig.

Those crunchies inside the figs are seeds, not wasp parts. And if you’re wondering, fig jam is NOT sweet baby wasp paste!

Go ahead and visually inspect your figs to see what’s inside them, it’s just fig seeds, no wasps. Really. Nevertheless, vegans sometimes avoid figs since wasp critters are required to make a fig, and they sometimes worry that the exoskeleton of the fig wasp may not be 100% digested by the ficin enzyme. I’ve also wondered if figs could trigger allergies in people who are already allergic to bee or wasp venom.

Figs are superfoods. They contain fiber, minerals, vitamins, potent antioxidants and protein. You might be wondering how I eat figs today. I put thin slices on top of a cracker with brie cheese. Please go to my website and sign up for my newsletter, and I’ll send you a little more information on the nutrition of figs, as well as recipes.

Why do I know you are still disturbed about the wasps?

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2017 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Dear Joel

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Dear Joel, I am a seamstress. As a personal favor, I went to a client’s home to take some measurements and rework her clothes.

She said she’d pay me later and never did. I have done work for her since then but she never, not once, has brought up paying me for the work I did in the past.

I’ve comes to terms with never seeing the money, but how can I keep it from ever happening again? Bear in mind we were quite friendly but I never want this to happen again.

Underpaid in Ocean Gate Dear Underpaid That is a shame. People who perform a service often get shortchanged or even clipped like you did. You really are a good friend for choosing to forgive her debt.

From now on, you must clearly state what you expect to be paid, before you start any work. Remind her that you have many

clients and little time and that you can schedule her services when she is prepared to pay. If she is as good a friend as you, she should be grateful for your frank communication. If you would prefer a gentler approach, you might share your excited plans for growing your business, which include getting paid at the time of service. Hopefully she will get the hint. If neither of those work, then she may just have to learn to sew herself. Talented service people are often in business for themselves, making them the backbone of America. You deserve to be paid for any work you do.

Write to joel@preferredcares.com.

His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566. “Home health care with feeling. Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing services inc. serving all of New Jersey in adult, senior and pediatric home health care.”

Join The Lakewood Fire Department

LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Fire Department has been receiving inquiries from individuals interested in becoming firefighters.

Many of these individuals have proceeded to the application phase and they are presently in various stages of this process.

However, the recruitment of firefighters is ongoing and the Lakewood Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners, along with Lakewood Fire Chief of Department Mike D’Elia, continue to seek individuals who have a desire to serve the Lakewood Community as Volunteer Firefighters.

Firefighting requires courage, dedication and a willingness to learn new skills and face

new challenges. Probationary firefighters will receive fire academy as well as ongoing training, equipment, uniforms and a pager at no personal expense.

The personal rewards and satisfaction of becoming a firefighter are often beyond description. Whether battling fires, mitigating many and varied emergency situations or teaching fire safety to others, the sense of accomplishment and fulfillment are enormous.

Contact the Lakewood Fire District at 732-364-5151, exts. 6102 or 6104 for more information. Volunteers can also visit the Fire District website lakewoodfd.org and follow the “Join the Lakewood Fire Department” link.

AAUW-NOCB Psychic Night

BRICK – The American Association of University Women, Northern Ocean County Branch is holding their annual Psychic Night on Thursday, October 26 at Willow Springs, 1049 Burnt Tavern Road from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Enter at the Main Entrance (white canopy) before 8 p.m. Use the Ambulance Entrance (blue canopy) after 8 p.m.

The event includes Tarot Card Readings, Palm Readings and Fan of Life Readings by four well known readers at $20 for 15 minutes each. Advance scheduling is recommended. Call Willow Springs at 732-840-3700 to make a reservation. All are

welcome and refreshments will be served.

AAUW is a national organization whose mission is to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research.

The proceeds of the auction will benefit the AAUW Educational Opportunities Fund and our local scholarships, community service projects and essay awards. The Educational Opportunities Fund provides money to advance education, research, and self-development for women and girls. Locally we provide three $1,000 scholarships to Ocean County women who are going on to college.

Live Blog Talks With Mayor

BRICK – Mayor John Ducey continues to host live blog talks with constituents on the Blog Talk Radio platform. Residents can call in and have a question addressed live on the air, during the scheduled program.

The archive of past live-streamed events is at blogtalkradio.com/talkingbricktownship.

To learn of the next scheduled live talk, visit facebook.com/BrickTwpNJGovernment.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law What Does “As Is” Mean In A Real Estate Contract?

Marc S. Galella Esq.

By Marc S. Galella, Esq. of R.C. Shea and Associates

Sometimes in residential real estate sales the Seller will state that the house is being sold “as is.” In some cases, the contract for the sale of the house may contain a simple statement such as: “This house is being sold as is.” Unfortunately, the term “as is” may not always be fully understood by the parties. In many cases, sometimes even the Seller does not understand what the term “as is” means.

The term “as is” may mean different things to different people. The failure of all of the parties to fully understand the term “as is” may lead to disagreements and confusion in the course of the sale, and possibly even to litigation.

In determining what the Seller means by “as is” we must look to what is contained in the pre-printed form of real estate contract usually prepared by the real estate agents. Most real estate contracts contain certain representation and warranties by the Seller which may contradict or negate the Seller’s “as is” provision.

For example, all contracts allow the Buyer to conduct inspections of the house and to raise defects revealed by the inspections to the Seller. In most cases, the contract will usually allow the Buyer to cancel the contract if the Seller will not agree to repair the defect or give the Buyer a credit for the defect at closing.

If the town requires a certificate of occupancy for the sale, almost all real estate contracts obligate the Seller to

pay for the inspection and any repairs necessary to pass. Even if the town does not require a certificate of occupancy, all towns require that the Seller have the house inspected by the town to determine that there are working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and fi re extinguishers.

In Ocean County, if the drinking water for the house is supplied an onsite well, the Seller is obligated by County Resolution to have the well water tested and certified in order to sell the house including the cost of treatment if required.

In most contracts, the Seller is responsible for the major systems (plumbing, heating, electrical, air conditioning, etc.) to be in working order at the time of the closing. This wording obligates the Seller to repair any defects in these items.

As can be seen, in many contracts, there are provisions which require the Seller to take action which dilutes the effect of the “as is” clause. If the Seller intends to make the sale “as is,” then the Seller should review these clauses in the contract and discuss with their attorney what the Seller means by “as is” and how the use of that term affects their obligations under the contract. In most cases the term “as is” needs to be better defined by the attorney during “attorney review” so that all parties understand the use of the term and thereby reducing disagreement and confusion later on.

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Send Us Your Halloween Photos

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JerseyShoreOnline.com is collecting photos of scary Halloween decorations. We will be showcasing them online and in our seven weekly Times newspapers.

Please send photos of residential Halloween decorations, not professional ones for businesses or haunted attractions.

So, if you have a decoration that you are proud of, please email your photo(s) to CLundy@JerseyShoreOnline.com.

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La Bove Grande Restaurant & Banquet Serving Lunch & Dinner 7 Days

Sunset Dinner

Monday - Thursday 4:00 - 10:00 • Complete Dinner

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Every Friday - Seafood Extravaganza 4:00pm - 10:00pm • Complete Dinner

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for reservations: (732) 657-8377 • Visit us on the internet for more information:

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HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCY Family Owned and Operated

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We provide a FREE at-home compatibility visit. Give your loved one an opportunity to meet the potential caregiver.

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 732-914-1546 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 Tues-

days 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.

Barnegat Bay Estuary Program

OCEAN COUNTY – The Barnegat Bay Partnership, one of the country’s National Estuary Programs and housed locally at Ocean County College, has recently developed two outstanding educational tools to share with each municipality.

The following links are resources for residents.

Jersey-Friendly Yards is an online guide to beautif ul, low-maintenanc e, a nd eco-friendly landscaping where homeow ners will f ind infor mation about planting native species, reducing use of fertilizers and pesticides, conserving water, and improving overall yard

health. The website features include a searchable plant database; information on invasive species; an explanation of New Jersey’s fertilizer law; how to address stormwater problems; and much more.

Visit jerseyyards.org for more information.

State of the Bay video provides viewers with a 12-minute overview of the ecological health of the Barnegat Bay as reported in the 2016 Barnegat Bay Partnership’s State of the Bay Report.

Watch t he video at youtube.com/ watch?v=3VK0Hhg4p3k&feature=you tu.be.

Brick Friends Fall 2017 Bus Trip

Assisted Living for the Memory Impaired

Alzheimer’s Support Group

1st Saturday of Each Month at Noon (Call for details)

BRICK – The Brick Friends Fall 2017 Bus Trip will feature a Circle Line Cruise around Manhattan on Wednesday, October 18. Participants will board the 10 a.m.

Circle Line Best of NYC Cruise for a two and a half hour tour around Manhattan.

The cruise takes you around the entire island of Manhattan and shows you all of NYC’s five boroughs, three rivers and 21 bridges, plus an awe inspiring closeup view of the Statue of Liberty. We will enjoy a lunch at Houlihan’s on Harbor Boulevard in Weehawken. After lunch we will stroll along Boulevard East to view the Weehawken dueling site of Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton, which is

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a wooded green space above the Hudson River where Aaron Burr shot Alexander Hamilton in 1804.

The cost of the trip is $88, which includes the cruise, lunch, driver gratuity and transportation. No refunds; adults only.

The bus will depart from Brick Pathmark/ Kmart parking lot. Please arrive by 7:15 a.m. for a 7:45 a.m. departure. We will return to Brick by approximately 5 p.m.

Reservation deadline is Sunday, October 1 with a check made payable to “Friends of the Brick Library” and mailed or delivered to Vicky Aufiero, 15 Barker Street, Brick, NJ 08724. For questions, please contact Vicky Aufiero at 732-713-6084.

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Home Share - Whiting $450/month, 1 year lease. Be over 40, have car. Off street parking, sunporch, w/d, patio, gym, clubhouse, cable, wifi. 609-218-9291.

(43)

Experienced Aluminum Sunroom Installer Needed - Must have own tools. Must have driver’s license.

Call 609-661-4111.

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P/T Maintenance/Handyman Approximately 15–20 hours per week. Painting, upkeep of property, general maintenance. Hand deliveries; time divided between home and office. Salary commensurate with experience. Email your resume to mainfirmtr@gmail.com.

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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) For Rent 2 Rooms Share Home Bathroom, kitchen. Professional women preferred. $700 per month.

References required. Leave message 732-8319061.

(43) Townhouse For Rent - 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Saratoga section of Toms River. $1,650 per month plus utilities. 1 1/2 month security. No smoking. Available immediately.

Call 732-270-1750 after 6.

(46) Whiting Crestwood Village V - Adult Comunity 55+. 2 BR, 1 BA, porch, W/D, garage, central air conditioning.

No pets. $900 plus utilities. Availble November 1. 732-604-0323.

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Items For Sale 14’ Pace Craft Fiberglass Boat & Yacht Club Trailer - Two Minn Kota electric trolling motors, two fish finders, four pole holders, two cushions, one battery, life vests. $1750 or B/O. 732-849-5028. (t/n)

Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius.

732-364-7580. (t/n) COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot.

5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) WE BUY USED CARS - Any condition, any make, any year. We also specialize in buying Classic Porshe, Mercedes and Jaguar running or not, DEAD OR ALIVE. 609-598-3622. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac.

Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n)

Misc.

Harvest Fair - Pinelands Church, 898 Rt 37W. Saturday, October 21 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jewelry, lunch, tools, homebaked goods, grandma’s attic, etc. (44)

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.

Counter Help Wanted - Part time hours. Manchester Dry Cleaners.

Call Dave 732-657-4421.

(47) 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 732-363-5530 or email your resume to dtomsriver2nj2@goddardschools.com.

Work At Home - Calling property managers. Need computer and laptop.

9:30 a.m. to 12 or 1 to 4 p.m. Call 1-800361-9881. Salary and bonus. (43) Now Hiring Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@comcast.net or msangelabove@comcast.net. 732-7664425, 201-259-0734. Ask for Mel. (44) Sales/Marketing - Part time Jackson office. Hours 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 848-222-4887. (44)

Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Celebrating 50 years of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com.

See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-5003063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) My 2 Girls Cleaning Service Fall Cleaning Specials - A package to meet all your needs. Bonded and insured. Same teams.

Please call Donna at 732-9148909 or 732-232-7058.

(40) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (39) All Around Yard And Home Maintenance – Outdoor, indoor work done to your satisfaction. Spring thru Winter. Cleaning, home repairs, yard upgrades, etc. References upon request. Very diligent. Fair estimates.

Eddie Zsoka 732-608-4781. (37) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678.

(42) All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting - Painting, kitchens, bath, basements, etc. Remodeled, flooring, carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters, etc. “Any to do list.” No job too big or small, we do it all. $ave - Veterans discount. Call Clark 732-850-5060. (t/n) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling.

Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732505-8000 today. . (t/n) Fall Gardening & Organic Lawn Care – Seeding aeration composting.

Planting and design - shrubs perennials bulbs, maintenance pruning, beds, fertilizing. DIY help. Senior discount. Experienced master gardeners.

Richard/Joe 732-232-8144.

(41) We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Lic #13VH05930800.

732-678-7584, Tony.

(49) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725.

(49) Dee ‘s Cleaning Service - All American cleaning team. Senior Discounts.

Cleaning homes like yours since 1994. call Dee 732-552-6633. (45) European Caregiver - 19 years US experience, 17 years taking care in private home. Looking for 24/7 live-in care, reference available. 732-833-3273.

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Services Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors. Very neat.

Special senior discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low winter rates. License #13VH3846900. 732-899-4470 or 732-814-4851. Thank you.

(44) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor.

Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Custom Shelving – Organize your walk-in closets, kitchen, living room, basement, garage. Solid wood shelving made and installed. Builds bookcases. Strong, beautiful, affordable. Call Gus’s Woodwork 732-363-6292.

(40) Joan’s Dog Training - In home sessions. Certified, insured. Basic obedience puppy training, behavior issues, gentle methods. Member APDT. Call 908-759-1196.

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Services

Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

Companion Care For Seniors Cooking, cleaning, shopping, doctor visits, dining out, and in home all around conversation, music, games and shows of choice. Multi-Lingual, world traveled experienced with kindness to share. Peace of mind is my guarantee, American born, retired but wanting to be of purpose for always. 732-278-3770; text or call, Thank You. (44)

Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (t/n) Handyman – All masonry work, repairs, sidewalks, paving, stone, decorative stone, mulch. Call Jerry 732-684-8863. Free estimates.

NJ reg #13VH08709600. (41) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400.

Special spring discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391.

(38) Removal Service - We Haul It All! Household junk, yard waste, trees/ shrubs, furniture, appliances, construction debris, metals, concrete, dirt/ sand and stone. Also specializing in Landscaping, masonry and all fields of construction. Serving Ocean County area. Call now! 732-998-4725. (27) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227.

(3)

Griffin Landscaping - Trees and bushes trimmed or removed. Stone, brick, pavers, mulch and retaining walls. Painting (indoors and out). Powerwashing. 609-661-2008.

(46) MY BUDDY Wellness Phone Service Easing Loneliness - Is your loved one home alone? Receive a business-like call daily. Reasonable cost. For info, email mybuddy660@gmail.com. My Buddy verified by Department Veteran Affairs listed as (SDVOSB) on www.vetbiz. gov. Must be 18+ years.

(44) BUY DIRECT FLOORING - 26oz.

Commercial carpet $1.45 sq.ft. Installed. Quality plush, Berber. RITZ, luxury vinyl $2.65 square. ft. Installed.

Restretching, repairs. Owner installed.

Doug 503-504-9286.

(46)

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Print clearly your ad as you want it to read. Include Phone # within ad (counts as 1 word).

You are responsible for checking your ad the first time it runs and notifying us of any errors. If we make an error, we will correct it and rerun the ad. We will not be responsible for multiple insertions if you do not call us after the first ad run. No refunds for classified ads. Newspapers are available at our office.

Please feel free to stop in and check your ad.

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Ocean County Students Rally For Dreamers

–Photos by Bob Vosseller A rally was held in front of Toms River Township Hall by students opposing the ending of the DACA program which protects undocumented immigrants brought here as children by their parents from deportation.

By Bob Vosseller

TOMS RIVER – Around 30 Toms River high school students gathered with signs, artwork and strong words during the evening of Sept. 22 on the side entrance of the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library.

They came out to support those who will be impacted by the cancellation of the DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) program. The rally, organized by Zachary Dougherty, the president of the Toms River High School Democrats, was designed “to show that America supports its Dreamers,” Dougherty said.

The students spoke about their opposition to President Donald Trump’s decision to end the Obama-era DACA program in six months. The president has asked Congress to consider a replacement for the program, which protects undocumented immigrants brought here as children by their parents from deportation.

Dougherty said that “after the shakeup to our previous immigration policies a few of my friends and I were getting pizza after school, and we started to talk about DACA and how our friends are affected, what representatives to call, and we started to plan how we could make a difference.

“The school club I founded is the North Democratic Club which has 40 members. We used our structural support to help spread the word within the three Toms River schools. Social media/call/text/email and just people to people to get as many kids involved. We also reached out to local activist groups, politically active groups, candidates, and elected officials,” Dougherty said.

Dougherty said the event was 100 percent student organized and that it included students making signs, artwork, writing poetry and that all the speakers were students.

“Our goal is to show that regardless of what goes on in the federal level or the state, our Dreamers, supported by DACA, are our friends, peers, classmates, teammates and we will stand up for each other in our schools,” Dougherty said. He added that “children are not just an item for a political agenda, that illegal children shouldn’t be treated in any negative light, and ultimately to express that even on the smallest scale in Toms River Schools, there are students who will stand shoulder to shoulder with our Dreamers.”

Bernie Garcia, a 16-year-old junior at Toms River High School North and a Mexican American who spoke during the rally, told his story. “My parents came here to escape poverty. We escaped poverty but faced racism. We need change and we need it now.”

“These children were brought here illegally but they are kids that are chasing the American dream and to take their status away from them would be a disgusting thing to do,” Toms River High School North junior Edgar Lemus Rivera said. He said the

issue has touched him personally as his cousin is part of the DACA program.

Evelyn Nazzario, 18, a senior at Toms River High School North, also serves as the school’s student council president. “I look at the news and I wonder is anything progressing? When I see things like this today, I see hope. If we are united we stand a chance to change. No one should live with a fear to live here.

Dreamers deserve a chance too.”

Nancy Ciasulli and her husband Mario came out for the event. The Toms River couple arrived a short time before the rally began and supported the speakers’ message.

“I think it is wonderful that they are here doing this,” Nancy Ciasulli said. Her husband added, “We’re all dreamers. We all come from other lands.”

Another attendee was Lynn Gulczynski, Toms River. “I heard about this from the local chapter of NOW (National Organization of Women). My grandchildren are going to college and some of these kids (the Dreamers) have the extra burden of worrying from day to day of what will happen to them. It is awful.”

Ryan Young, co-president of the Ocean County Young Democrats and 9th District assembly candidate said Zachary had picked up a new title today.

“He is now the vice president of our high school outreach program. It is great to see these students so engaged at such a young age. They have become engaged a lot earlier than some of us.”

Emma Mommano, Brick, came out with her young daughter to support the rally’s message. She is a Democratic candidate for Senate in the 10th Legislative District. She said the decision to end DACA should be reconsidered as such decisions “should be made with compassion. We can find a path for undocumented people to be part of our country, especially New Jersey, which is third to Texas and California in having undocumented workers.”

Local representative Congressman Tom MacArthur’s office provided the following statement regarding the rally, “Congressman MacArthur has previously expressed his support for the DACA program and voted against repealing it during his first term in Congress. He believes we need to fix our nation’s immigration system but starting this process by hurting the most innocent and vulnerable population would be wrong and misguided.”

“Immigration will always be the hottest topic in the country,” Dougherty said. We are a nation of immigrants. If our students don’t feel safe in school something is wrong. We don’t want to be talked about and not have a say in it. This kind of rally can happen all over New Jersey. We can’t take a back seat. This is not a Republican or Democrat issue. This is about kids. We can, and we will, make a difference in our community.”

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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.

T he pat h of t he prop ose d pip el i ne 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 gover nor’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 finds 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 f lies 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 conf licts 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 finalizing 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.”

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Continued From Page 7 the Vikings. If she can impart at least some of her knowledge to her teams, watch out.

A member of Barnegat High School’s first graduating class, she competed in soccer and indoor and outdoor track for the Bengals. She attended OCC for two years in the New Jersey Stars program and was a member of the Vikings’ 2009 National Junior College Athletic Association Division III championship team in women’s cross country under then-coach Ed Baynes, the former South distance standout she replaced as the Vikings’men’s and women’s coach.

Nelson won All-America, Academic All-America and Female Athlete of the Year honors at OCC. Nelson, 27, earned a scholarship to Monmouth University where she starred in cross country and track, competing in the 5,000 and 10,000-meter runs. She graduated with school records in the 5,000 and 10,000 and won numerous athletic and academic honors. She graduated in 2012 with a bachelor of science degree in biology with a concentration in molecular cell physiology and dual minors in chemistry and health studies.

Nelson earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2015 from Stockton University and served as an assistant coach in cross country for the Ospreys.

She was an NJSIAA track and field official for four years and directed the Shore Athletic Club’s cross country program for five seasons.

She has completed two marathons, including the Boston Marathon, and two sprint triathlons. She was inducted into the Ocean County College Hall of Fame in 2016.

“I take bits and pieces from every coach I have had,” said Nelson, a physical therapist at the Kessler Institute for Rehab in Toms River. “This is my first real coaching gig and it is awesome. I have been involved in track and field for so long and have always been an athlete. This role is something I have always wanted to do. Now, I am on the other side of the sport instead of being a competitor and it is so interesting to have that different perspective.

It brings me back to what my coaches have done for me.”

Nelson puts in long hours leading the Vikings.

“Coaching is a lot more demanding than I felt it would be,” she said. “I plan all of the workouts and do the behind the scenes things like eligibility and recruiting. It’s a ton of work, but it is fun.”

Which does Nelson prefer? Coaching or competing?

“That’s a hard question,” she said with a laugh.

“They are so different. It is hard to compare them.

Competitive-wise, my philosophy was to always listen to what my coach said and do what the coach said. Now, I have taken on the responsibility of being the coach the athletes listen to.”

Nelson said she feels pressure to produce winning teams.

“It would be fun to come back and win the nationals as a coach,” she said. “There is a little pressure on that end. I did not get much of a chance to recruit as I was hired during the summer. I am looking for anyone who is willing to give a full effort. Entering college, I was a soccer player and did not have any experience running cross country. On a whim, I went out for cross country and did well. Coach Baynes helped me reach my full potential and I wound up going to Monmouth.

“I am not even looking for someone who has running experience. I am looking for someone who is willing to work and try their best, someone who wants to reach their full potential.”

Heading the men’s team is sophomore Noah Reilly, who sped to NJCAA Division III All-America honors last season. He’s a Toms River North graduate.

“He has a fantastic work ethic,” Nelson said. “I can tell you he put in a ton of work during the summer.

That is where the battle is, getting in the miles and

the base training. A lot of kids don’t put in the work.

He is ready to run fast and is so easy to coach. I can tell he has been well coached. He knows his body and his fitness level. He knows how to race.”

Nelson also helps for contributions from freshman Kyle Sarno (Barnegat), sophomore Xavier Ramirez (Brick Township), sophomore Zachary Ramirez (Brick Township), freshman Grant Tokarski (Calvary Academy in Lakewood) and freshman Dylan Antonelli (Lacey).

Meanwhile, Jessica Reis is the classic example of a one-woman team - because she is the lone member of the Vikings’ women’s team. The former North cross country runner and ex-Rowan University swimmer has turned to conquering hill and dale instead of ruling the waves in the wake of a shoulder injury suffered while competing for the Profs.

“She trains with our men’s team and is pushed each day,” Nelson said. “It is hard for her, but when all is said and done, she is really going to benefit from it.”

Baynes also coached the Vikings’ men’s team to numerous successes.

“I am just excited to be coming back to where I competed,” Nelson said. “I have a ton of respect for coach Baynes and I have big shoes to fill. I am willing to take on that challenge. I am excited. I am really excited.”

Boylan Promises Excitement Boylan, a former associate head men’s coach at Montgomery County College in Pennsylvania, said his Vikings will be far from boring to watch.

“We’re recruiting an athletic type of player and we want to have a fast paced offense and defense,” he said. “We want intense players whose ultimate goal is to play at the NCAA level. We are looking for players who are hungry and dedicated, players who treat the sport like it is a business. I believe we’re building an exciting team that the fans are going to be proud of.”

Boylan, assisted by former Toms River East player James Stockton, faces a rebuilding process as the Vikings graduated three sophomore players from last year’s team, which went 19-12 overall, including 12-8 in the Garden State Athletic Conference, under coach Andy Smith, who competed for Brick Memorial. Smith is now an assistant men’s coach at Northwest Christian University in Eugene, Oregon.

Gone are guards Mike Golden, who starred at Brick Memorial, ex-Toms River North player Ted Thelemaque and former Neptune standout Corey Thomas.

Golden, who scored more than 1,000 career points for the Vikings, now plays guard as a junior for the University of Hawaii at Hilo.

Thomas, who paced OCC in scoring (20.9 points per game) and assists (5.1 per showing) is a junior guard at Warner Pacific College in Portland, Oregon.

Thelemaque was third on the team in scoring at 17.8 points per game, helping OCC to an 11-4 overall home record.

OCC’s returner is 6-foot-4 sophomore guard Randy Laing, an ex-South player. He averaged 4.8 points and 18.9 minutes per game as an OCC freshman, appearing in 31 games and starting 14.

“We lost our three big workhorses and it will be an adjustment for us this season,” said Boylan, a former Pennsbury High School (Pa.), Bucks County College (Pa.) and Delaware Valley University player. “We will have either 10 or 11 freshmen so there will be a learning curve, but we are excited to get after it.

“This is a good program that is heading in the right direction. I am happy to be hack here as I have always loved the area and the shore.

It made sense to me to return here basketball wise and quality of life wise as well. OCC is a good fit for me.”

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of september 16 - september 22

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your warmth is an asset but don’t overstep the bounds of propriety. Although you are sharp as a tack and have a strong work ethic be aware that pushiness could backfire in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): One bump in the road shouldn’t spoil the whole trip. In the week ahead cross currents and minor jealousies could spoil the harmony between you and others unless you are careful.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You are nimble and quick and can handle mental work with ease. Nevertheless, resist being pushed into making snap decisions. This week your best bet is to steer clear of disputes.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Passions could run hot and heavy as this week unfolds. It will take a wise person to avoid being caught up in the turmoil. Be skeptical of attractive financial investment opportunities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Too much money is good because you can always give it away, but too much ambition can cause you to offend other people. In the week ahead avoid throwing your weight around.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Drive and determination is an admirable thing but you may wish to stay out of the limelight and avoid criticism in the week ahead. You will be at your best working hard behind the scenes.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You deserve a pat on the back for reaching your goals and should reward yourself for a job well done.

However, your inner Scrooge might prefer to economize in the week ahead.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Pruning branches shapes future growth. Put important financial decisions on the back burner and remain thrifty in the week ahead. It isn’t harvest time; prepare for more stability.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Frustrations fuel feuds. You may be overwhelmed by work or obligations lose your cool. Be as nice as you can and avoid taking on extra responsibilities early in the week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You will only see how far you have gone when you reach the top of the mountain. In the week ahead you may not realize how much you have accomplished through sheer tenacity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): True friends may show their colors as this week unfolds. Some you deal with may be pushy, petulant and provoked when under pressure.

Be patient with loved ones until stresses subside.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Some jobs and responsibilities may be tedious, but once they are done they are finished. In the week ahead don’t begin anything new until you have wrapped up all the loose ends.

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By Wolfgang Puck Having grown up in a town in southern Austria that was less than an hour’s drive from the Italian border, I sometimes feel like I’m almost as Italian as I am Austrian. That may certainly help explain why I love to include pizzas and pastas on the menus in many of my restaurants, including my flagship Spago and even two Italian-style restaurants in Las Vegas: Lupo (which means Wolf) and Cucina (kitchen).

So I thought I’d share a favorite autumnal pasta recipe: my penne with sauteed mushrooms, glazed shallots, and broccolini. It’s wonderful to serve for dinner any time during the season, and it makes a good choice if you’re looking for something different to cook on October 9 for Columbus Day, the annual observance of Christopher Columbus’ arrival on American shores.

Many people consider autumn to be mushroom season, as wild specimens thrive in damp woodlands at this time of year. When I was growing up, my mother and grandmother would certainly take my siblings and me on autumn hunts for wild mushrooms (though I urge anyone considering doing so today to be extremely cautious, as it takes knowledge and experience to avoid potentially hazardous specimens).

Fortunately, most supermarkets today carry commercially grown mushroom varieties that were once considered wild; or that at the very least have fuller, richer flavors and more robust textures than the mild cultivated mushrooms many Americans grew up eating. My recipe calls for fresh shiitake mushrooms and oyster mushrooms; but you should feel free to substitute other types you might find in stores, such as portobellos, cremini, chanterelles or porcini. Even those common, cultivated mushrooms will work fine, too, if you take care to brown them enough to enhance their flavor.

In this recipe, I complement the meaty, earthy flavor of the mushrooms with garlic (which I first double-blanch briefly in boiling water to remove some of its harshness) and chunks of shallot that I caramelize and coat with a tangy-sweet glaze of balsamic vinegar. You can prepare both of these items in advance, if you like; then, the main recipe itself will be ready in no more time than it takes to boil the water and cook the pasta.

To make the dish even more satisfying, colorful, and nutritious, I also include some broccolini, a slender cousin to broccoli. You’ll find it in many produce sections and farmers’ markets today; but you could substitute regular broccoli, asparagus or chopped, de-ribbed kale leaves.

Whatever green vegetable you include, the result will be a hearty one-dish meal suitable for a weeknight family supper or a casual dinner party. Add some crusty bread and a robust red wine, and you’ll have a satisfying autumn feast, Italian-style.

PENNE WITH SAUTEED MUSHROOMS, BALSAMIC-GLAZED SHALLOTS, AND BROCCOLINI Serves 4 12 ounces (750 g) penne, or other tube-shaped dried pasta 1/4 cup (60 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 4 ounces (125 g) fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and cut into bite-sized pieces 4 ounces oyster mushroom, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3/4 pound broccolini or broccoli, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces 3 cloves double-blanched garlic (recipe follows), thinly sliced Pinch chopped fresh thyme leaves Pinch chopped fresh oregano leaves

1 1/2 cups (375 mL) good-quality canned chicken or vegetable stock or broth 1/2 cup (125 mL) balsamic-glazed shallots (recipe follows) 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 1/4 cup (60 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese 8 fresh basil leaves, cut crosswise into julienne strips, for garnish Thinly shaved Parmesan cheese, for garnish Bring a large stockpot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook until al dente, tender but still slightly chewy, following the manufacturer’s suggested cooking time.

Meanwhile, heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. Saute the mushrooms, stirring frequently, until golden-brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Stir in the broccolini, garlic, thyme and oregano. Add the stock and the shallots. Bring to a brisk simmer, stirring, until it reduces slightly. Whisk in the butter pieces until melted.

As soon as the penne is done, drain it and stir into the sauce.

Stir in the grated Parmesan. Adjust the seasonings to taste.

Spoon the pasta and vegetables into 4 large, shallow serving bowls. Garnish with basil and shaved Parmesan.

Serve immediately.

DOUBLE-BLANCHED GARLIC As Needed Garlic Kosher salt Fill a bowl with ice cubes and water. In a small saucepan, add enough water to cover the garlic you’ll be blanching.

Salt lightly and bring to a boil.

Meanwhile, separate as many garlic cloves as needed.

With a small, sharp knife, trim off both ends of each clove, leaving the peels on.

Carefully drop the garlic into the boiling water. Blanch for 30 seconds. With a slotted spoon, remove the cloves and immediately plunge into the ice water.

Repeat the process with a fresh pan of boiling salted water, removing the garlic from the ice water and again immersing the cloves in the boiling water for 30 seconds before returning them to the ice water.

Drain the garlic and pat thoroughly dry with paper towels.

Slip off the peels and use as needed.

BALSAMIC-GLAZED SHALLOTS Makes about 2 cups (500 mL) 1 pound shallots, all about the same size 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) balsamic vinegar Peel the shallots. Cut in halves or quarters for pieces uniformly about 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide.

In a 10- or 12-inch (25- or 30-cm) skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and saute until golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes, carefully turning with tongs so they don’t separate into smaller pieces.

Reduce the heat and add the butter. When it has melted, deglaze the pan with the vinegar. Raise the heat slightly and boil until the vinegar reduces by half, 7 to 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C). Transfer the contents of the skillet to a small baking dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake until the shallots are tender but still slightly crunchy, 10 to 12 minutes. Use as needed, cooling any unused glazed shallots and refrigerating in a covered container.

(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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