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By Chris Lundy The Seaside boardwalk is back. The bridges, too. But you don’t have to look too hard to find remnants of Superstorm Sandy’s devastation along the Jersey shore. A line of waterfront homes is marred by a deserted house. A vacant property with the footprint still visible. A house being rebuilt on the water. These are the physical scars that Sandy had been there. –Photo courtesy Priscilla The emotional scars Robinson with NJOP are usually harder to Tricia McAvoy is still trying to see. get back into her home in Brick. (Sandy - See Page 5)
Sharon E. Dey , Elenor M. Hannum, Tara Rivera By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Three candidates are vying for two three-year terms on the Jackson Board of Education during the November 7 election. The candidates include Tara Rivera, Elenor M. Hannum and incumbent Sharon E. Dey, who returned to the board in August. Rivera has lived in Jackson for 23 years with her family. She has two children, (BOE - See Page 10)
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–Photo by Bob Vosseller Audience members line up to speak during the Oct. 17 Jackson School Board meeting. More than 20 speakers discussed their outrage over students involved in a vote that used a racial slur and the district’s handling of the matter.
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Parents and students spoke out about the district’s handling of a controversial photograph taken by Jackson Liberty High School students on Oct. 13 that hit social media, a student protest that followed the photo, and racial tension during an Oct. 17 Board of Education meeting. The highly charged meeting was relocated to the Fine Arts Center at Jackson Memorial High School to accommodate a larger audience. About 20 people, most of whom were (Race - See Page 2)
Jackson School District Settles Teacher Contract By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Superintendent Step h e n G e n c o a n d S c h o ol B o a r d President Scott Sargent announced recently that an agreement had been reached in the negotiation of teacher contracts. Carol Ann Mould, who heads the Jackson Education Association, said the agreement includes percentage (Contract - See Page 4)
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Continued From Page 1 African American, spoke during a special comment period set by Superintendent Stephen Genco. Genco acknowledged that the emotional issue was what brought many people to the auditorium and he felt the matter should be addressed first. He described the incident involving 16 Jackson Liberty High School students who spelled out “WE R ALL NI**AS” by using lettered shirts while standing side-by-side. Two students sported paw prints on their shirts that represent the school’s Lions mascot, which were used to display the last word, representing a slang version of a derogatory racial slur toward African Americans. This occurred after seniors from the school assembled to take a traditional senior class photo on the football field. After the photo was completed and as students were heading back to class, students began taking various candid photos of themselves, and a group of students assembled on their own so their shirts spelled out the phrase that included the divisive word. The photograph hit social media outlets and angered many who viewed it. In response to the incident, Jackson Liberty High School Principal Maureen Butler questioned the intentions of the students involved and stated in a letter to parents that she did not feel any malice or disrespect was meant by any of the students in the photograph. “We talked to a few of the students because it was circulating and had racial overtones though it was not meant to be malicious but it was very inappropriate. We would never ignore anything of that magnitude,” Genco said during
the meeting. A student protest involving between 40 and 50 students took place on Oct. 16 criticizing the handling of the matter by district officials and condemning the use of the word shown in the photograph. “This was very disturbing to me. No matter how you use that word it is demeaning and degrading. This word stirs up hundreds of years of enslavement. It is your job to show them there are consequences to their actions,” parent Dana Gasiorowski told the board. Tamara Osbourne, a parent who said she and her family moved to Jackson in August, said she was also alarmed about the incident. “My daughter told me what happened and said that ‘I told you moving here would be a disaster.’ Is this a district that wants to condone or tolerate this?” Emmanuel Clay said he moved to Jackson in 2006 and has a daughter and two sons. He was among the parents who were aware of the student protest. “I don’t put full blame on what happened on the district. It is a microcosm of our current times,” he said. Clay said he was with parents to monitor the protest and to speak to administrators about the initial incident and its handling by staff. “The e-mail was vague. I know the vernacular of youth. There is no way to use that word. The letter (by Butler) was a slap in the face from the administration. A penalty should be served for their (students involved in the photo) actions. That is a picture that will never be able to be retrieved. I’ve been called that word.” Fellow parent Lisa Hall said “my son has been called the “N” word a number of times at Jackson Liberty and has been pushed around. I
was at the protest to make sure he wouldn’t be pushed around. Please do not take this lightly. Take care of our children.” Dr. Selene Haskins said her son quit the football team three weeks prior to the end of the football season due to a racial incident that she said had been condoned by district staff. “Racism is alive in Jackson and it is time to take a stand,” she said. Felicia Daniels said she was a member of the first graduating class of Jackson Liberty HS and that she was glad the photo went public “so it could be discussed. I hope you take this action seriously,” she told board members. Some speakers offered to assist the district with bringing about a dialogue with students about racism and how to properly communicate their views. Fred Rush, president of the Lakewood division of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) which also covers Jackson, was critical of Hutler’s letter. “I think Ms. Hutler should have called the superintendent right away. I don’t think this was a case of children being children. This took a lot of thought. The board has the responsibility to work with the superintendent to find solutions,” she said. “I was taught never to use that word,” said Dr. Michael Rush, the vice president of the Lakewood NAACP. “Things happen for a reason. This comes at a time when our nation is under a lot of duress. I do believe this wasn’t done out of malice but when an adult advisor is on the property that person should answer to this. In terms of discipline these are seniors and this will be out (on social media) for some time. I hope no student has their scholarship taken away.”
Both NAACP speakers offered the services of their organization to the district in providing speakers and program ideas. Dr. Kimberly Giles, who has a daughter attending the district and who works in the area of affirmative action in Brick, also offered her services. Jackson Liberty High School student Emily Vinino was among several students who spoke during the evening. “This was inexcusable. My peers didn’t think about their actions. I hear this word and others like it in school on a daily basis.” Parent Lou Jordan was one of the last speakers of the night. “A lot has been said about our children. Children always come first. If we truly care about our children we need to touch flesh and by that I mean talk to each other, not at each other.” Genco said the thoughts shared at the board meeting were powerful and heartfelt, and reflect those heard in small group and class level discussions this week at Jackson Liberty High School. “It is our responsibility to answer their questions about what are we doing to protect our children from words and actions that are hateful and hurtful,” Genco said. “They want to know we are doing all we can to ensure that students, staff and parents understand both historical and present-day multi-cultural perspectives.’’ Genco added in a statement issued on Oct. 20 that “we have identified additional ways we can continue to educate people of all ages and backgrounds about how we can better relate to each other,’’ he said. “We are also working with community and organizational leaders to design multiple opportunities to offer education and meaningful, facilitated discussions.”
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Continued From Page 1 settlements for the life of the contract of 3.1 percent, 3.0 percent, and 3.0 percent. “It is important to note that the percentage each year is applied to the total monies allocated for staff salaries, not to each individual employee,” Mould said. She added that the “new amount is spread throughout the salary guides in a collaborative process between the JEA and the Board of Education.” T he scho ol b oa rd a nd J E A we r e pleased with the time factor it took to establish the new contract. During a May 16 Board of Education meeting
teachers showed up wearing red shirts to demonstrate solidarity. During that meeting, Mould described teachers, guidance counselors, child study team members, paraprofessionals and secretaries last spring as being “dedicated, passionate and devoted. We pour our hearts and souls into every student we work with.” “In all my years being involved in negotiations of contracts I’ve never seen all parties come to the table so completely prepared with the result being such a smooth process,” Sargent said. “Comparatively speaking, the negotiations process was shorter than most dist ricts th roughout the count y and st ate exper ience. We were all ver y
grateful and pleased that both sides could work together in a professional, collaborative manner in order to achieve a mutually satisfactory settlement,” Mould said. Mould said that the JEA represents approximately 1,000 employees throughout the Jackson Township School District, including teachers, secretaries, and paraprofessionals. The agreement is retroactive to Sept. 1, 2017 and is effective immediately upon ratif ication by the members of both parties. One concern expressed early on in the negotiation process was employee’s contribution to their health benef its package.
Chapter 78, New Jersey’s pension and health benef its reform, requires that the percentage rate of contribution be determined based on the employee’s annual salar y and the selected level of coverage. Mou ld said t hat “ for ye a r s, a s a result of PL 2011 under Chapter 78, J EA members have paid more than their fair share towards the cost of health benef its. In this cont ract, as per the guidelines under this law, we will never pay less than the required 1.5 percent.” T he dist r ict could, i n the f ut u re, require employees to contribute more to lessen the burden on the dist rict and taxpayers.
Stretching: Remaining Flexible to Reduce Aches and Pains By: Ken McClelland, PTA, Toms River Physical Therapist Assistant
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eel like you are walking funny? Can’t bend down as easily as you could? Do you have aches, and pains, muscles feel tight? Having difficulty getting up from chairs, out of bed, or in and out of the car? If you have answered yes to any, or all of these questions you may benefit from physical therapy to assist you to incorporate stretching into your daily or weekly routine. When your muscles tighten and reduce in length you will often find your most simple of tasks challenging due to the decreased range of motion of your joints and body which stem from your muscular restrictions. At All Care Physical Therapy Center, highly trained physical therapists can identify, assess, and create a well-rounded home exercise program including the best stretches for your specific needs to help you regain that flexibility and help you perform you daily tasks.
People often feel a pain somewhere and think that is the only area to address or correct and the pain will go away for good. More often than not if the pain is not due to an injury or traumatic event, there is another place that is experiencing pain, causing the body to compensate and cause strain on other muscles and contribute to the pain you are experiencing. Simply addressing the area where the pain is felt can result in temporary relief but if you do not address the other muscular restrictions in the surrounding area, there is a good chance the pain will come back in time. Each person has over 600 muscles in their body and certain people can have upwards of 850. Incorporating a full body stretching program will allow for proper body mechanics and reduce the chances of straining a muscle. Trained physical therapists can assess your muscle restrictions, analyze your movement patterns, and then augment the proper stretching routine,
creating a plan of care to address patient’s areas of pain and dysfunction. Benefits of Stretching Increase flexibility/range of motion - with stretching a muscle and increasing the length of the soft tissue it will allow for increased pain free range of motion which will result in you being able to reach, bend, walk, and move with greater ease. Improved health - increased flexibility results in increased blood flow, decreased tension on nerves, and decreased pain levels as your muscle are not as restricting on your body which will promote overall improved health. Reduced risk of injury - having less tension in your muscles and having increased flexibility will reduce the chances of tearing or straining your muscles, reduce your risk of falling, and decrease your chances of injury. Keys to Stretching properly Time - Research has shown that holding a stretch for a minimum of 30 seconds is required to have plasticity (permanent gains) in soft tissue length. Holding the stretch for 30 seconds (up to one to two minutes) is vital to gaining the increased length of the muscle necessary to reduce the muscular restrictions. Tension - Many people believe a stretch is a contest to see how far you can stretch your muscle, this is not the case. You must have enough tension in order to lengthen the tissue and increase flexibility; however, the stretch should be comfortable and not cause pain. Technique - Form is important to make sure you are targeting specific muscles designed for the stretch. Minor corrections in technique and form guided by a physical therapist, will make sure that significant gains are obtained. At All Care Physical Therapy Center, we have well educated, highly trained professionals that have the
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Continued From Page 1 Many people are still struggling with the psychological effects of Sandy. The time it takes to get back in one’s home is longer than the length of some of the programs to help people. Tricia McAvoy has not been able to move back in to her house in Brick yet. Instead, she’s staying with her 100-year-old father in Point Pleasant Beach. “I cannot physically go into that house alone without shaking,” she said. It hasn’t been fully restored. There have been a host of construction issues, contractor issues, RREM issues, and more. From the outside, it looks like it’s complete, although looking beneath the surface you would be able to see the problems that continue to keep her from coming home. There’s always something else to go wrong. “You’re waiting for the next shoe to drop. You don’t want to open any letters. I’m afraid, sometimes, to answer the phone,” she said. There are physical after-effects as well. She said she developed chronic bronchitis and has had two strokes since the storm. She used to be healthy, but now she’s on 11 pills a day. “A lot of the stress is having to deal with the insurance company,” she said. “The stress will kill you.” After Sandy, she worked in one of the relief centers. She was also photographed holding a sign that read “Hope.” “Whenever there’s heavy rains, I get so nervous I start shaking,” she said. “It’ll never leave you.” She’s not alone. The New Jersey Organizing Project was formed by a group of people who survived Sandy. They recently accumulated surveys from 492 households about what problems they are still facing. A large amount of them were in Ocean and Monmouth counties. More than 70 percent of them reported additional medical or psychological issues, or a worsening of pre-existing conditions since the storm. “Many individuals described anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorders, often in combination with respiratory, cardiovascular, or other conditions,” according to their report, The Long Road Home. It can be found online at NewJerseyOP.com. “Many people also described an increased dependence on alcohol, tobacco products, or drugs. Of families with children, nearly 40 percent reported that their children’s school performance suffered because of the difficulties their family has faced since the storm.” The full report outlines a score of issues that were left unresolved: people still dealing with contractors or the government, and 57 percent of them saying they think that this could happen again because towns are not prepared. The report suggests solutions such as: The process for clawbacks should be changed to allow people to appeal, have payment plans, or have it forgiven based on their ability to pay. Contractors should be more thoroughly screened. The National Flood Insurance Program, and the flood maps, should be changed. A unified approach to climate change and sea level rise should be led by Trenton. Provide longer-term mental and physical health assistance and programming, since the
The Jackson Times, October 28, 2017, Page 5 effects of the storm last for years. Finding Help Now There was a great outpouring of mental health help immediately after Sandy, said Dr. Adrienne Sessler-Belli, director of the disaster and terrorism branch of the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services in the Department of Health. There were hundreds of counselors throughout the state deployed at shelters and other places to talk to people, she said. Some counselors were people who also were impacted, trained to help their neighbors and who knew what they were going through. The counselors were a part of a program called New Jersey Hope and Healing. They went to different places in the community where impacted people were likely to be. It ended in February of 2014, giving way to other groups like New Jersey Mental Health Cares. They met people directly, and manned a hotline, having logged more than half a million residents served. “We are aware that, after a disaster, there are different phases,” she said. “With the scope of Sandy, it becomes a more complicated recovery process.” In the long term, some programs close, and the funding does dry up, she said. Anniversaries are a difficult time for people, she said. The hurricane coverage in the news brings up a lot of memories and emotions. There are some people who are overwhelmed with anxiety and other symptoms immediately after a catastrophe, but are eventually able to go back to a sense of normalcy without any great impact on their lives, she said. There are some who are not able to, and who still need to reach out for help. “Everyone responds differently. Never judge one person’s reaction,” she said. New Jersey has a team responding to the Virgin Islands, and they are reporting back a very similar situation of what was seen after Sandy, she said. If you need help dealing with Sandy, reach out to New Jersey Mental Health Cares at 1-866-202-HELP. Hurricane Warnings McAvoy said that the coverage of hurricanes Harvey and Irma caused her anxiety, as news reports continually poured in about how devastating they were going to be. And then afterward, the images of the destruction hit a little close to home. Indeed, even news reports like the one you’re reading right now might trigger some anxiety about people who lived through the disaster. Jared Klein, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, said his group performed “post-event review” to see how they communicated about Sandy. It led to a policy change a year later in order to more accurately describe storms of that level so that it would not be confusing. “It’s very important for a forecaster to put it into perspective,” he said. If there is something that happened in recent memory, like Sandy, then the forecaster should compare it to that so people know what kind of storm they are dealing with. This helps the public and media understand what kind of storm is coming. One effect that came from Sandy is that people take storm warnings more seriously. There is less “oh, this can’t happen here.”
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Opinions & Commentary E ditorial Hurricanes Last For Years It’s been five years since Superstorm Sandy. It blew through here in a matter of days, but years later, its impact is still being felt. For most of us, it’s a distant memory. But for many others, the memories are haunting. While most of us can go through our daily lives without even thinking about Sandy for days, maybe weeks, there are others who are dealing with it every waking moment because they are still not back in their homes. Government bureaucracy and insurance entanglements are the biggest problems. Contractor fraud, of course, is another problem. Officials of towns that were hit hardest by Sandy will still tell you how
Election Referendum Questions Regarding Bert Topping’s October 14 letter on the election referendum questions, he was spot on for question one about the library bond issue, but I feel he and others should reconsider what seems to be a no brainer on question two. Consider that since most environment cleanup sites have already been cleaned then what would happen to the additional funds from future recovery
many millions of dollars in ratables have not yet been rebuilt. That figure affects everyone: Towns still have to collect taxes; they’ll just be collecting money from the people who still have houses to tax. Keep Sandy in mind when you hear about disasters near or far. Harvey hit Texas in August. Irma hit Florida as well as islands like Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Then, there were the fires in California. We’re nearing disaster fatigue, but it’s important to keep up support for those who lost everything in these tragedies. If we’re still dealing with a disaster half a decade later, so will they. Chris Lundy News Editor funds be used for? Well a slush fund for left wing environmental groups to star t. Then they would surely use funds to drum up even more charges for even more recovery funds against unsuspecting victims who just happen to own property that a previous ow ner may have polluted. Additionally, insider environmental cleanup hack companies could charge these same hapless victims outrageous clean up charges with little or no recourse. It has happened before. I do not trust New Jersey
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Letters To The Editor politicians or bureaucrats w it h a ny more power s and they could surely due with much less. No more borrowing, vote no on both questions. James M. Spickard Little Egg Harbor
Blue Lights For Fallen Officers One police off icer is killed every 61 hours in the United States. They patrol our streets 24/7, 365 days of the year. By putting a blue light in the window during the holiday season, as we gather with family and friends, it will show we remember the ones killed in the line of duty and show support for the ones that keep us safe. It is a noble profession. James Nowacki Brick
Our Vote Is Our Voice There is so much talk about the dissatisfaction of ou r leaders and ou r moral code. Are things really so different or is more information available through advances in technology? All news has become breaking news. Social media has become a community to vent frustrations. Does any of the noise being projected matter? One sure way of being heard is on Election Day. Breaking news: our next election day is November 7. T he Las Vegas mass shooting, as horrific as it is, dominated the media reports for a week. The coverage remains static with no direction in addressing the problem and finding meaningful solutions. The louder those opposing the gun control laws as they exist, the more stubborn supporters push back in defending a constitutional right. In essence a smoke screen covers the current issues of the day. How many of us are aware that Congress passed legislation that would crim-
Letters To TheandEditor inalize abortions after 20 maturing will tran- should be replaced with weeks of pregnancy? This is more than a Pro Choice vs Pro Life issue. Do we value our free speech? Are we able to speak our truth, hear opposing positions from those who are different from us, experience peaceful protests and live side by side as citizens? It no longer is merely a right vs left issue. There is also a division in the mist of these groups. So the question is “Do we wish to live in an OPEN or CLOSED society? Are our western values disappearing? Are we taking our bedrock beliefs for granted? What do we need to do, how do we need to view the future? With all the gains our country has made in the name of freedom, there is a movement to undo it! What part of Freedom for all is being lost? Our minds keep working to do and then undo. When are we going to get it done? What does it look like? What we do know is that freedom is not free. It is imperative that the new doing and undoing take a fresh approach with a design where America comes together in liberty and justice for all. Young people, we need your voice to be heard. Our democracy prevails as the process unfolds and redefines itself. We need to overcome low voter turnout in off-year elections by turning our frustrations and disappointments to serve as a motivating force to get out the vote. So, who votes and why do they vote? Baby Boomers have a romantic notion of their activism. Sur prisingly young voter patterns are right on par with the young baby boomers in their time, as repor ted by CIRCLE (Center for Information and Research on Civic Lear ning and Engagement at Tufts University). It also shows that both generations are about 31% of the overall electorate. Millennial had a low turnout of any group at 46%, however, they are
sition to more consistent voters. Connie Flanagan, developmental psychologist, Un ive r sit y of Wisconsin-Madison, says voting is habit forming.” Once you’ve made your f irst vote, it becomes a part of your routine. Everyone you know votes, it feels like a moral and civic obligation.” She states, “We are influenced by how we feel rather than what we are told to do.” The elections are approaching and many issues will have a direct impact on u s de pend i ng upon who wins the election. Our state and local legislators represent us and make decisions that affect our lives, especially when many want to break away from big government. With that said, spread the word, remind each other to show up, vote your conscience, vote for the future. Roseann Petropoulos Wall
The Election Agenda Major Media Will Not Talk About Crucial to the well-being of people in the November 2017 election are four points of understanding that the candidates and the major media will not talk about. The first understanding gives the solution to virtually eliminating violence in the human condition: The Golden Rule/The Law Of Equal Return (Treat every human being as you would want to be treated/because what good and harm you measure to any human being will be measured back to you by the Creator over all your lifetimes within the human condition). The second understanding eliminates taxation by making it clear that it is a form of legal (government approved) thiever y that
co-operativism (voluntary co-operation) based on The Law Of Equal Return (payment for services rendered and accepted). Human beings are the creation and property of the Creator, and not of the political state. When the political state takes money out of your pocket against your will, thievery occurs. Co-operativism allows the citizen to give labor, goods, or money in exchange for a government service voluntarily agreed upon. In co-operation with each other, the citizens themselves carry out the task of government service, without paying others through the use of tax dollars to do the work for them. The third understanding eliminates capitalism in the private sector by once again employing co-operativism based on The Law Of Equal Return. And it is health care for every human being where this understanding is most needed. And two doctors in Kansas are leading the charge by leaving out insurance companies and the government in giving primary to their patients, charging adults only 50 dollars per month and children only 10 dollars per month without deductibles. Whether it is health care or getting a pair of shoes, the answer is co-operativism based on The Law Of Equal Return. The fourth point of understanding is that clarification of land use rights and zoning, and not taxation and bonding, must be used to save open space and farmland along with securing people’s right to land. Five acres for open space and farmland and one acre for the homestead or business and industry comprises the 6-acre tract that all people are entitled to live on for their health and well-being. In the upcoming election, keep these four points of understanding in mind. Ray Kalainikas Manalapan
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Technology Classes Coming To Jackson Library JACKSON – A series of technology classes is coming to the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library, located at 2 Jackson Drive. Microsoft Excel Basics 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 1. Learn how to use this spreadsheet tool. NJ Career Connections: Navigating the Path
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Continued From Page 1 19 and 20 years old. She has degrees in Education, Special Education and Psychology from Georgian Court University. “I have worked as a teacher for the last 11 years. Over numerous years, I have worked with legislative staff, local, county and state officials and have vol-
unteered in multiple capacities in Jackson including Jackson SEPAG/SEAC, Cou r t Appointed Special Advocate, SPAN resource parent, Ocean County I nterAgency Coordination Cou ncil, Providence House DVRT, DART Coalition of Ocean County, LCSC PAB, Performcare PAB and the NJDSC state disability caucus,” Rivera said. Rivera said that she wishes to bring
her resourcefulness of networks, dedication and expertise as an integral part of the team. “I embrace diversity and have an appreciation for all cultures. Every child deserves to be educated with the appropriate suppor ts along with highly qualified staff to support them.” Hannum is a lifelong resident of Jackson Township and alumna of Jackson
Memorial High School class of 1982. Her three children attended Jackson schools and she has three grandchildren and four stepchildren. Hannum changed careers nine years ago and became a special education teacher in history at East Brunswick High School. As an educator, Hannum said she has “mutual respect with students and colleagues, successfully collaborates with administration, co-teachers and the case management team to address student’s specif ic needs, designing st rategies and maintaining parental involvement throughout their child’s education.” She has also been a “vocal grassroots advocate for responsible and ethical government within Jackson Township, speaking at Council and Zoning Board meetings on issues that matter to residents and quality of life in their neighborhoods.” Dey is a long-time resident, homeowner, and mother of two Jackson students. She first served as a school board member in April of 2007, and during that time served as chairperson to committees that dealt with contract negotiations and the school budget. She served as vice president for a year and as board president for four years. In addition to her family and a career in accounting, she is now the general manager of Retro Fitness of Jackson. Dey said she wants “to remove the stigma of mental health care and make it easy for st udents to discuss their problems with professionals, staff and peers. Social and emotional learning are equally as important,” Dey said. “ W i t h s e ve r a l c u r r e n t m e m b e r s al ready con f licted , t he add it ion of more educators to the Jackson School Board will force the district to bypass the state regulations on conf lict and ultimately allow NJ EA members to be voting on contracts of their peers. While we value our teachers, we must retain control over salary increases and benefits,” Dey added. “It is always good to mai nt ai n a healthy balance among those representing us. Jackson has been cited by the state as being in the top 10% of the state for transparency to the taxpayers, compliance with state law, and providing taxpayers with exceptional value,” Dey said.
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Celebrity Filled Superhero Superfest Comic-Con
TOMS RIVER – Press Communications, LLC will host their first-ever Superhero Superfest event on November 4 at the Toms River High School North Arena from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Superhero Superfest is an interactive, family-friendly comic-con for the superhero/ comic book/sci-fi super fan. Press Communication’s mission for this event is to help young people follow their passion of creativity, art and expression. The event will feature celebrity icons, including Star Trek Deep Space Nine star Rene Auberjonois and Fear The Walking Dead star Danay Garcia. Auberjonois and Garcia will hold autograph signings and deliver an hour presentation at the event. The guest list will also feature NFL stars Sean Landeta, Eric Dorsey and Stephen Baker, plus reality star Gina Maria from Big Brother, the 501st Legion, the Mandalorian Mercs and a special appearance by the USS Challenger (The Jersey Shore Chapter of STARFLEET, Star Trek Fan Association). The event will include over 75 exhibits, plus meet and greets with local artists and cre-
ators who will be set up in the Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation’s Artists and Writer’s Alley (located inside the Arena at the event). Auto sponsor Toms River Mitsubisi and Toms River Volkswagen will also have vehicles displayed out front. At this comic-con guests will be able to meet celebrities, become “superhero certified” at the “superhero challenges” that will be set up around the arena, shop for comics and collectibles from over 100 vendors, try out the Game Zone Mobile Gaming Truck, and enter COSPLAY costume contests throughout the day. Some interactive games and workshops include: The Harry Potter Experience, Jedi Academy, Nerf Turf Challenge, Cosplay Fun & Contests, Prop Making & Cosplay Workshops, Superhero Sprint and the High Speed Chase. There will also be a 360 photo booth, face painting, bounce houses and photo ops. One lucky grand prize winner will also win an all-inclusive vacation package to the Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa courtesy of Travelsmiths. For additional details please visit superherosuperfest.com.
Workshop For Individuals Of A Loved One With Addiction JACKSON – A weekly series for family members and friends affected by problematic substance use and co-occurring disorders will be offered. The workshops are 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays through December 6 at Jackson United Methodist Church, 68 Bennetts Mills
Road. Each week participants will be presented a new topic/skill, such as treatment options, insurance, coping techniques, crisis planning or self-care. There is no cost to attend. Offered by Living with Addiction. Call NJ Connect for Recovery Line at 1-855-652-3737.
Call Center Created To Handle VA Billing Issues
NEW JERSEY – A Community Care Call Center has been set up for veterans experiencing adverse credit reporting or debt collection resulting from inappropriately billed Choice Program claims. Veterans experiencing these problems can call 877-881-7618 for assistance. The VA
acknowledges that delayed payments and inappropriately billed claims are unacceptable, and has caused much stress to veterans and providers alike. The new call center is the first step in addressing these issues. Read more at va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=2764.
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By Sara Grillo LAKEWOOD – Joel Markel, President of Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services (PHHC) and host of the radio show Preferred Company is being honored by the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce as one of its 2017 Citizens of the Year. The ceremony and reception to honor Markel and other Citizens of the Year will take place at the Eagle Ridge Golf Club, 2 Augusta Blvd. on Thursday, November 9 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. PHHC, based in Eatontown, provides a wide range of medical and non-medical home health care services from pediatric to geriatric care in eight areas in New Jersey and three in Pennsylvania. Markel, along with his wife Stephanie, who is a retired dentist, dedicate much of their time toward philanthropy, including support for the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, where Joel is chairman emeritus and served as president for three years. The Markels also created the Ryan Markel Memorial Fund in honor of their son, who sought medical care at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) over 20 years ago and ultimately passed away of liver cancer and related complications. The fund provides support that gives children at a West Philadelphia homeless shelter medical checkups, and has since evolved into the Homeless Health Initiative, or HHI. Hundreds of volunteers – doctors, nurses, dentists, social works and specialists – now offer free health services to children and their families in three emergency housing shelters through HHI. Markel’s passion for helping children does not end there. He has also served on the board of New Jersey-based Circle Life Foundation, which has a mission to provide palliative care for seriously ill and dying children, as well as offers support for their families. His radio show Preferred Company airs on five radio stations throughout the state, addressing topics such as the senior community, caregivers, charitable and nonprofit causes, and various health and wellness topics alongside co-host Marianne Levy. Townsquare Media renamed its fourth floor WOBM-AM studio in the Bob Levy Broadcast Center to “The Preferred Home Health Care Studio.” Markel has also successfully brought to life his own historical roots within the Holocaust. As the son of a Hungarian Auschwitz survivor, he wanted
to honor the experience his mother and millions of other victims of Jewish genocide endured. During a tour of the Roman Ghetto in 2004, he heard the story of Kappler’s Gold Extortion and decided to bring it to an American audience. He created Oro Macht Frei, or Gold Will Set You Free, a 70-minute documentary that tells the story of the Roman Jewish experience during the Nazi occupation of Rome from September 1943 to June 1944. The film won Best International Documentary out of 15 submissions at the 13th Annual Garden State Film Festival in Atlantic City. In addition to speaking Hebrew frequently, he also speaks Spanish. Markel grew up in Bensonhurst, New York and graduated from CUNY Brooklyn with a B.S. in Accounting. He and his wife Stephanie are 30-year residents of Monmouth County and have two sons – James is an attorney in New York and Lane is a recent college graduate. Tickets for the Citizens of the Year event cost $110 and include a premium open bar, buffet dinner and dessert. Kosher food will be available upon request. Sponsorships and advertising opportunities are available and range from $200 to $1,500. For questions, or to purchase tickets or sponsorships, contact Denise Esposito, Executive Assistant of the Lakewood Chamber at 732-363-0012 or staff@mylakewoodchamber.com.
Christmas Show Bus Trip
JACKSON – The Jackson Rotary Club will be sponsoring a Christmas Show Bus Trip to the Tropicana Casino on Monday, December 11. Cost of the trip is $65, which includes bus transportation, beverages on bus, Christmas show ticket, dinner buffet, $15 in slot play from the casino and gratuity for the bus driver. Bus will leave from Brookwood Plaza at 10:30 a.m. sharp and return to Jackson at 7:45 p.m. All proceeds from this trip will go to our charities, which include the men and women of our
U.S. Military, Project Little Soldier (Christmas gifts for children of our deployed overseas military) Alpha School for Special Needs, St. Vincent DePaul Society, Jackson Food Pantry, Ocean of Love, scholarships for Jackson high school seniors, dictionaries for third grade students, Jackson PBA for drug prevention programs, and many more. Please contact Tom Barchie at 732-207-4029 or 732-849-6309 for reservations. Space is limited so reserve your seat soon.
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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. Creative Chowder – Grand Champion: Blue Water Cafe LBI, 2nd Place: La Bamba Mexican Restaurant, 3rd Place: Cuisine on the Green at Atlantis Rookie of the Year: Delaware Avenue Oyster House Best Interpretation of the Theme: Country Kettle Chowda Best Shore Motiff: Buckalew’s Restaurant and Tavern Most Enthusiastic: Lefty’s Tavern Most Creative Booth: Delaware Avenue Oyster House
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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dr. Izzy’s Sound News
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can help prevent obesity, diabetes, heart disease and stroke. When hunger strikes, it’s a good idea to have healthy snacks nearby to avoid unhealthy temptations. Plan ahead for healthy snacking and include foods rich in fiber (whole grains, nuts, vegetables, and fruits), potassium (oranges, potatoes, cantaloupe) and omega-3 fatty acids (make mix with walnuts, pumpkin seeds and ground flaxseeds to sprinkle on meals or eat as a snack). Try colorful foods to get antioxidant-rich flavonoids in your diet. “Keeping healthy snacks available at home for your family will help avoid unhealthy and empty-calorie-filled snacking,” said Mandy Unanski Enright, MS, RDN, RYT, volunteer for the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association and Media Representative for the New Jersey Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “Snacking isn’t ‘bad’ if you do it in moderation. The trick is to plan snacks into your day, watch calories and make healthy choices.” To snack the sensible way, choose nutrient-rich snacks like those listed below. When craving something crunchy try apples, carrot and celery sticks, or radishes. When looking to quench thirst, try water, unsweetened juices or fat-free milk. For “munchy” snacks, try unsalted seeds and nuts, low-fat or fat-free yogurt, low-fat or fat-free cheese. For something sweet, try baked apple, fresh fruit, or a thin slice of angel food cake Join the Healthy For Good movement at heart. org/HealthyForGood for tips, tools and hacks that make healthy living easy.
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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
4 Powerful Medicinal Herbs For Breast Cancer By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. There’s no time like the present to begin the changes necessary for better breast health. The take-home message today is that you can change the way you break down estrogen in your own body. You have direct control over it and that’s important because estrogen break down is different for everyone. Let’s start with the basics. When you say the word “estrogen” that’s actually three compounds: Estradiol, Estrone and Estriol. Of the three, estradiol is most strongly associated with causing cancer than the other two. Men and women both make estrogen. It’s the breakdown product from testosterone actually. If you have low testosterone, you’ll have low estrogen too. Your body breaks down estrogen into metabolites and some of those are more likely to cause cancer than others. Like I said, you can change the way that your body breaks down the circulating estrogen. So right now, I’m going to give valuable information about how to manufacture your own healthy estrogen metabolites and make it such that you break it down into forms that are less likely to cause cancer. If you are currently undergoing chemotherapy, please ask your doctor if these are right for you: Rosemary – I recommend this either as fresh herb from your grocery store. Cook with it, and make tea with it. Rosemary is a powerful antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory effects similar to a COX 2 inhibitor drug. Rosemary has anti-microbial and direct benefit for breast and prostate health. It has anti-tumor benefits.
It works by helping you break down estrogen into the safer anti-cancer metabolites. Broccoli – It’s impossible to eat 4 pounds of broccoli every day so take the supplement called I3C or DIM. It helps to balance estrogen levels in the body, and appears to have anti-cancer effects particularly for the breast and prostate. Too much crash your thyroid levels due to the goitrogenic effect. Flax Seed – This is kind of like plantbased estrogen (termed phytoestrogens) which kicks off dangerous estrogens from your cells. Men with prostate problems could benefit. Women with “Estrogen Dominance” hallmarked by heavy periods, breast pain, cramping and anxiety might benefit from flax seed. I recommend buying fresh flax seed and grinding it in a coffee grinder and sprinkling it on yogurt or oatmeal. Sage – Salvia officinalis is the botanical name. Just like rosemary, sage contains a lot of “carnosic acid.” This compound was shown in numerous clinical trial to exert apoptosis which means cancer cells die off. Carnosic acid when combined with the breast cancer drug, Tamoxifen, works more effectively together to slow down cancer growth. You can buy fresh sage herb and cook with it, or herbal extracts at any health food store. There are many other alternatives that I haven’t elaborated on such as vitamin D, curcumin and iodine, so if you’re interested in those, come to my website and sign up for my newsletter. Please ask your physician or oncologist if these are right for you. Cooking with the fresh herbs should be just fine.
(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.
CentraState To Hold Diabetes Forum
FREEHOLD – CentraState Medical Center is offering a forum, Sweet Success: Preventing and Managing Diabetes, on Thursday, November 2 from 5-8 p.m. at CentraState’s Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus, 901 West Main Street. Participants will learn how to take a more active role in preventing and managing their diabetes, and discover how the right balance of food, relaxation and exercise can help reverse prediabetes and better control diabetes. There will also be healthcare experts specializing in diabetes on hand to answer the most pressing questions about diabetes, along with health vendors offering informa-
tion on the latest devices and treatment advances. The event is free, however space is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register for Sweet Success, call 732-308-0570 or visit livelifewellnj.com/events. CentraState Healthcare System is a nonprofit community health organization consisting of an acute-care hospital, a health and wellness campus, three senior living communities, a Family Medicine Residency Program, and a charitable foundation. CentraState’s teaching program is sponsored by Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
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Dear Joel
By Joel Markel
Hypochondriac Husband Dear Joel, My husband is a hypochondriac. If he catches a cold, he thinks it’s pneumonia; if he pulls a muscle working outside, he is convinced he has arthritis. Even when he’s just plain tired, he is sure it’s a symptom of something really wrong. I had to block most of the health channels on the TV. Last year when I sprained my ankle, he even started limping! Now with cold and flu season upon us, I am preparing for the worst. How would you go about convincing him he’s got a lot of living to do? Betsy, Lakehurst Dear Betsy, I don’t mean to chuckle about your problem, but it reminds me of that funny old Rock Hudson and Doris Day film, “Send Me No Flowers.” Maybe you could rent a copy and watch that together. Sometimes seeing yourself through others is a
real eye opener. You said it best when you said, “he’s got a lot of living to do.” As a the owner of a company that works with people facing serious health challenges, you realize how very precious every minute of good health is. That being said, he may still not want to give up his hypochondria because he has made it his defining drama. He is looking for an audience, so don’t be too available to ‘sick’ conversations. Maybe all he needs is a new obsession. Try some new activities together, and keep lots of hand sanitizer and wipes everywhere. It will calm him down and keep you healthy too. 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.”
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Injured At Work? Know Your Rights! By Christopher Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea and Associates YOU have a right to a safe and healthful workplace. Unlike most personal injury cases, a person who suffers an injury at work must assert his/her claim in accordance with the Workers Compensation Act. Under this Act, the burden is placed on the employer to provide medical care to any employee that suffers an injury arising out of the employment, or in the course of employment. However, in some instances, an employer may deny workers compensation coverage by claiming that you have not been injured, or that the injury you have suffered is not serious enough to qualify for Workers Compensation benefits. If a claim is disputed, you may stand to lose critical benefits, such as medical care coverage, financial assistance, and job retraining. Therefore, it is important for every employee to have a basic understanding as to their rights under the Workers Compensation Act. When the Workers Compensation Act was passed, it established that an employer must provide medical care to any employee who suffers an injury arising out of either: (1) a Traumatic Injury or (2) an Occupational Exposure or Disease. The first category of injury, known as Traumatic Injury, occurs whenever an employee suffers an injury that is caused by, or accelerated by, a work place “event”. In most instances, any injury that affects your ability to work will be deemed compensable. Commonly Traumatic Injuries range from: back injuries, infections, hernias, burns, stroke, fractures, broken bones, traumatic hearing loss, and traumatically induced cancers. If such an injury has occurred,
you must file a claim petition for Workers Compensation bene- Christopher R. Shea Esq. fits within two years of the date of the accident, two years of the employer’s failure to pay you in accordance with an agreement, or within two years of the last payment of compensation. The second category of compensable injury established under the Workers Compensation Act is known as Occupational Exposures and Diseases. In general, Occupational Exposures and Diseases are restricted to diseases that are, or were, characteristic of a particular trade, occupation, or place of employment. Since this type of injury sometimes take years to manifest, the Workers Compensation Act has established different provisions for filing such claims. Under the act, a person who suffers from an Occupational Exposure or Disease must file a claim petition within two years after the date on which the injured employee first becomes aware of the nature of the disability and its relationship to the employment. Thus, under the wording of this Act, an injured employee maintains his right to medical benefits, regardless of when the last exposure occurred, so long as he files within two years of the date he is notified of injury. Accordingly, if you feel that you have suffered one of the aforementioned injuries it is of the utmost importance that you contact a Workers Compensation attorney to secure the benefits that you are entitled to.
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O C E A N C O U N T Y – T h e A RC , Ocean County Chapter, advocates for and provides suppor t and empowers ch i ld r e n a nd a d u lt s w it h develop mental disabilities and their families. The effor ts help to ensu re they are accepted and valued as citizens of our
community. The ARC does this through vocational, recreational, family support, residential, transpor tation and primar y medical care programs. To learn more about ARC of Ocean County, call 732363-3335 ext. 115.
Holiday Paint Party JACKSON – The Jackson VFW #4703 Auxiliary is hosting a Personalized Holiday Paint Party on Sunday, November 5. This party will include lunch, dessert, beverages, paint supplies and instructions on how to paint a personalized snowman picture. Cost is $40
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Home To Share - To share in Holiday City Silverton. $600 monthly. Private room. Security required and references. 732-255-3830. (47)
European Lady - American citizen honest, faithful, looking for serious man 65-80 years old for marriage, to build a strong stable life with love, trust and respect. 973-204-0108. (44)
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. $875 plus utilities. Availble November 1. 732-604-0323. (45)
Auto For Sale 2010 Honda Accord 4Door LX - Silver, Grey Interior. 184,500 miles. Blue Book good condition, $5400. Asking $4000, OBO. 609-706-9445. (45)
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) Exercise Equipment - Freedom cycle, stepper, spot reducer, thigh master, touch turn disk, teeter hang up. 732-269-4763. (44)
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)
Help Wanted Experienced Aluminum Sunroom Installer Needed - Must have own tools. Must have driver’s license. Call 609-661-4111. (44) Micromedia Publications/Jersey Shore Online is seeking a full time assistant news editor/news writer with at least two or more years experience to help manage seven of its community newspapers and high-traffic website in Ocean/Monmouth. The assistant news editor will answer directly to the news editor and GM, will be responsible for news gathering and reporting, writing stories for print and web, proofreading and copy editing. Excellent news judgment and communication skills are imperative. Knowledge of Ocean and Monmouth County is required. In addition to working out of our Lakehurst office, the candidate must be able to attend municipal meetings and community events – some nights and after hours are required. Car and driver’s license A MUST. Local candidates preferred.The job also requires preparation of news copy and some office work.Micromedia Publications, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary, vacation time and health benefits. Please email a resume and writing samples along with three professional references to jallentoff@jerseyshoreonline.com. 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) PT/Flex Real Estate Legal Secretary - Must have 5+ years experience. Fax resume to 732-240-9048. (47) 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. (51) 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 am to 12 or 1 - 4 pm. Salary and bonus. Call 848-222-4887. (46) 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 1-800361-9881. (46)
Services Wallpaper and Bordering - Hanging and removal of old. No job too big or small. Great references. Call Angela 609-891-8544. (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)
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) Handyman – All masonry work, repairs, sidewalks, paving, stone, decorative stone, mulch. Call Jerry 732-684-8863. Free estimates. NJ reg #13VH08709600. (41) 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. (50) 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. (47)
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)
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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) Griffin Landscaping - Trees and bushes trimmed or removed. Stone, brick, pavers, mulch and retaining walls. Painting (indoors and out). Powerwashing. 609-661-2008. (46) Do You Need Someone - To take care of your loved one in the evenings Monday through Friday? Call Janet 732-409-7794 (Howell, Freehold and Jackson). (35)
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)
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BlueClaws Home Runs Equal Cash For Veterans
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DESKTOP –Photo courtesy Lakewood BlueClaws For every home run the BlueClaws hit, charity partners received $1,000 to go toward helping veterans and their families during difficult times. By Sara Grillo to local military families with special TOMS RIVER – Thirteen local char- needs,” said Katherine Durante, Execuities will receive $43,000 in g rants tive Director of OceanFirst Foundation. than ks to Home Runs for Heroes, a On September 29 OceanFirst Founprogram between OceanFirst Founda- dation executives were at FirstEnergy tion of Toms River, Townsquare Media Park to personally hand out grants to and the Lakewood BlueClaws. the following Home Runs for Heroes Grants from Home Runs for Heroes charity partners: offer financial support to charities that American Recreational Military Sermeet emergency basic needs of veter- vices (A.R.M.S.) – $1,000 ans and local service men and women American Red Cross – $8,000 who are active or retired, as well as Army Emergency Relief – $1,000 their families, during difficult times. Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton During baseball season, each charity (Emergency Services) – $5,000 partner is tied to an inning at a Blue- Chariot Riders (Horses for Heroes) – Claws game at FirstEnergy Park, and $4,000 every home run hit by a player earns Citizens Veterans Advisory Committhem a $1,000 donation. Now in its tee – $1,000 9th year, the Home Runs for Heroes GI Go Fund – $4,000 program has awarded local charities Jewish Federation/Take the Wheel – over $260,000. $4,000 “The 2017 season was a great success Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial and we’re delighted that the BlueC- Fund – $3,000 laws hit lots of home r uns resulting Nav y-Mar ine Cor ps Relief Societ y/ in a $43,000 donation by OceanFirst Lakehurst – $4,000 Foundation. We thank the BlueClaws New Jersey National Guard State Famorganization and Townsquare Media ily Readiness Council – $1,000 for giving us the opportunity to work Operation First Response – $2,000 together to bring much needed relief VetGroup – $5,000
Jackson Wants Your Photos
By Chris Lundy JACKSON – If you have a photo showing the township’s beauty, the mayor would like to put it on the town’s website. “Jackson is such a beautiful and diverse town” with horse and agricultural farms, bogs, wildlife, and recreation in every corner, Mayor Michael Reina said. There’s a rich, cultural history spanning across its 100 square miles. Its home to lakes, parks, golf courses, and more. “We have seen many pictures posted on
social media sites and many if not all are just beautiful,” he said. Six pictures will be chosen and shown on the town’s rapidly growing website. You don’t have to be a professional photographer. It can be an amateur photo taken with your phone. Photos can be sent to webmaster@jacksontwpnj.net. If you would like us to share your name and a location or caption with your picture, please be sure to include that with your submission.
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professional profile
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com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. tients, coupled with Hearing loss, unfortunately, technology and value often goes untreated since it is have set Garden State Hearing not painful and often not a pri& Balance Center apart for ority for patients. But for the years, with recent investments 40 million people who suffer making the treatment of hear- from it, Dr. Kirsh explains, ing loss and similar conditions it is important that they seek more manageable than ever. diagnosis and t reatment to T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. hawkin and Whiting, was the “Over the last few years, first in the United States to there have been a lot of studbe Audigy-Certified, a testa- ies that show a relationship ment to its adherence to the bet ween u nt reated hear ing industry’s best practices that loss and memory deficits such are required for certification. as dementia and Alzheimer’s, “Any business that is Au- which means you r suscepdigy-Certif ied, from a best t ibilit y to obt ai n i ng t hese practices standpoint, is in the memory issues increases as top t wo to a function of “We don’t over three percent t he hea r i ng in the counloss that you schedule or double try,” said Dr. h a v e ,” D r . book, so people are Isidore Kirsh said. generally seen on time.” Kirsh – commonly Wit h r a re –Dr. Kirsh known as Dr. exception, Izzy – foundthe only way er and director of the practice, to help preserve your hearing who holds a doctorate degree is th rough a hear ing aid – (Ph.D.) from the Union Insti- sometimes a stumbling block tute & University. for patients who are self-conThe Center performs testing scious about wearing one. But for patients with auditory pro- technological improvements cessing disorders and testing have led to the devices becomfor people who are suffering ing vir tually invisible, and from tinnitus – ringing in the more helpful than ever. ears – as well as hearing loss “They can be 100 percent and balance issues. invisible, they can have BlueDr. Kirsh’s practice includes tooth as well as Wi-Fi capastate-of-the art equipment to bilities,” Dr. Kirsh explained. evaluate hearing and balance “ You ca n st r e a m a sig n a l issues, which are often related through your iPhone or your to inner ear disorders. television, even movies and “Seventy percent of patients Broa dway shows, r ig ht t o wh o c o m pl a i n of b a l a n c e you r hea r i ng aid. Most of proble m s u s u a l ly h ave a n today’s hearing aids are very i n ner ear component,” Dr. inconspicuous, meaning the
Pictured is Dr. Isidore Kirsh. His offices are located at 250 Route 37 West, Toms River, 732573-4020; 53 Nautilus Drive, Suite C, 1st Floor, Manahawkin, 609-489-5415; 75 Lacey Road Ste 1B, Whiting, 732-606-4912. Visit gardenstatehearing.com for more information.
cosmetic issue is really not an issue anymore.” Hearing aids also can have features such as GPS locator capability. “The technology is improving significantly every year,” Dr. Kirsh said. For patients, hearing aids can be financed interest free for 24 months, and Dr. Kirsh’s practice provides free battery replacements for life. Patients can also return a hearing aid during a 75 day trial period, during which time they return to Garden State Hearing &
Balance Center a minimum of three times to check on their progress. “We don’t over schedule or double book, so people are generally seen on time,” said Dr. Kirsh. The practice has th r ived on accessibility for patients, investments in technology, and the easing of the financial aspect of treatment. “We try to give people as much value as possible, and
that really separates us from some of the other hearing care professionals out there,” Better hearing is a priceless gift! Dr. Kirsh said.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast
For the week of October 14 - October 20
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Friction and fiction may be the keywords of the upcoming week. Avoid losing your temper with irritations at the workplace and steer clear of offers that seem too good to be true. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When your head is in the clouds you may overlook stumbling blocks beneath your feet. In the week ahead your romantic side may blossom. A co-worker may want to be more than a friend. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A wild goose chase might be beneficial. You are attracted by things of dubious value. This week you might not profit from financial transactions yet could derive benefit from the process. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Hold up high standards. If you face a series of difficulties in the week ahead it isn’t necessarily because you are doing something wrong, but because you are doing something right. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your business sense might be in the spotlight as this week unfolds. You might find favor with the high and mighty and ambitions may be achieved, but may be surprised by financial discrepancies. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Phil Collins sang about the “land of confusion” and you might know just what he meant. In the week ahead you might find it difficult to navigate the ins and outs of relationships and negotiations.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may be fated to have someone cater to your every desire early in the week. You may enjoy wallowing in romantic fantasies, but may find communications with a loved one is challenging. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the week ahead you demonstrate your talent for teamwork. Compromise, however, only works when everyone keeps the bargain. Don’t risk your money or reputation on a handshake. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do your best. Slam the door on unpleasant memories and make only happy ones. Honor your commitments and uphold the highest ethical standards in the week to come. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the upcoming week you may be reminded of obligations to even when they come at a cost to yourself. Co-workers or workplace activities could tempt you to take the easy way out. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can’t please everyone. You won’t even please yourself with expensive purchases or investments this week. What you think is a bargain could prove costly if you buy on credit. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Opposites may attract as well as repel. You may be faced with a sudden infatuation in the week ahead. Take time to reconsider before making an irrevocable commitment or crucial decision.
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Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen Pure Elegance:Think Dinner Party Cooking Can’t Be Quick And Easy? Think Again. By Wolfgang Puck
If you’ve ever hung out in a restaurant kitchen, or been seated close enough to one to witness the chefs in action, you’ve probably heard the head chef repeatedly calling out the word “Fire!” Rather than sounding any kind of alarm, the command actually means that the time has come for a particular dish to be cooked so that it will be ready to serve along with the rest of a particular table’s order - all part of the system that keeps a restaurant running efficiently. Good restaurant cooking and service often do call for split-second timing, even though there may also be many dishes on a menu that are slowly cooked (braises, stews or roasts) or elements of recipes (sauces, dressings and fresh pastas) that require advance preparation. But it still can be really surprising how quickly many dishes do come together in a fine-dining establishment. The same can be true when you entertain at home. While many people think that throwing a dinner party must call for hours of cooking, it is possible - and, I would say, often preferable - to entertain elegantly without spending very much time in the kitchen at all. The key to achieving this goal, however, relies largely on one key element: preparation. My recipe for thyme-steamed stuffed chicken legs with watercress sauce, a classic from my pre-Spago days of cooking at Ma Maison restaurant in Los Angeles, is a perfect example of that principle. It’s a delicious, surprisingly light main course, featuring chicken legs from which the thigh bones have been removed (you can ask the butcher to do it for you). They are filled with a port-seasoned mixture of chopped chicken breast, mushrooms, and onion, steamed over thyme-scented broth, then sliced and served with a quickly blended sauce based on fresh watercress and some of the flavorful steaming liquid. Some people might think an elegant-sounding dish like this might take considerable time to prepare, or call for special cooking skill. But, in fact, the cooking time start to finish is under 30 minutes. The reason cooking happens so quickly is that, up to several hours in advance, you do another simple 30 minutes or so of prep work, quickly sauteing and cooling the filling, and then stuffing the boned legs and securing them with toothpicks. That prep, and the fact that the final steaming takes place pretty much unattended and the sauce takes seconds to prepare, leaves you free to welcome and enjoy pre-dinner cocktails or a glass of wine with your guests. It all comes together so easily and seamlessly that you won’t even feel the need to call out “Fire!” before serving time. THYME-STEAMED STUFFED CHICKEN LEGS WITH WATERCRESS SAUCE Serves 4 For the stuffed chicken legs: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, minced 2 ounces (60 g) button mushrooms, quartered 8 ounces (250 g) boneless, skinless chicken
breast, coarsely ground or chopped Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup (60 mL) port 1/2 cup (125 mL) chicken broth 2 t ablespoons chopped f resh It alia n parsley leaves 4 whole chicken legs with thighs, thigh bones removed by butcher and reserved for steaming liquid For steaming: 1 quart chicken broth or stock 3 or 4 fresh thyme sprigs 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil For the watercress sauce: 1/2 bunch watercress 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 lemon, juiced Up to several hours ahead of serving time, make the filling: Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions and saute for 1 minute. Add the mushrooms and chopped chicken breast, and saute, breaking up the chicken with a wooden spoon, until the mushrooms begin to give off their liquid and the chicken is no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat and add the port. Turn down the heat slightly, return the pan to the heat, and cook until the port is reduced by about one quarter, taking care not to let the vapors from the port ignite. Add the chicken broth and cook for 2 minutes longer. With a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken-mushroom mixture to a bowl. Return the pan to the heat and reduce the liquid to a syrupy consistency, about 5 minutes. Add the reduced liquid to the chicken mixture. Add the parsley and stir well. Set aside to cool. Season the chicken legs inside and out with salt and pepper. Place the legs on a clean work surface, skin-side down. Place about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of the cooled filling inside the boned portion of each leg. Fold the meat neatly over the filling and secure closed with a wooden toothpick. To steam the chicken legs, combine the chicken stock, reserved bones, thyme, and olive oil in the bottom of a steamer or in a saucepan large enough to support a steamer basket. Bring the steaming liquid to a boil. Place the steamer basket over the steaming liquid. Add the chicken legs in a single layer and cover. Steam until the chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes. Remove the chicken legs from the steamer and keep warm while you make the sauce. Place 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the steaming liquid in a blender. Add the watercress, cover, and blend well, following the manufacturer’s instructions to avoid spattering. With the blender running on low speed, add the butter a little bit at a time. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. To serve, slice the boneless part of each chicken leg crosswise into 3 slices. Spoon some sauce on a plate and top with the chicken leg, slightly overlapping the sliced, stuffed thigh pieces.
(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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