2017-11-04 - The Brick Times

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–Photo by William Clanton More than 1,600 people came out to Seaside Park to break the record for the most sand angels made.

Number Of Employees Discussed By Mayoral Candidates

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – Af ter a candidate stated that the township’s government has grown too much, the mayor countered that services were needed, and that the tax rate has still gone down.

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By William Clanton SEASIDE PARK – Thousands of people came out to the beach in Seaside Park to break the Guinness Book of World Records entry for the largest amount of sand angels made at one time.

Blue skies, warm air and a gentle breeze greeted the 1,609 attendees that gathered along the beach, all set out to break this record. The weather was perfect, clear and welcoming. Even a rainbow appeared overhead just before the opening ceremony.

The past Guinness record holder, just three months ago, was the city of Ludington, Mich., that successfully created 1,387 sand angels at the same time.

The main purpose of the event was to commemorate the f ive-year anniversary of Super Storm Sandy and help raise funds for the Ocean County Long Term Recovery Group and the Salvation Army. Ocean First Bank, in conjunction (Angels - See Page 13)

District Weighs PARCC Results

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – The district’s Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers results have improved in most categories, but are looking for ways to improve, officials said.

All New Jersey high school students must take the PARCC test in the fall and spring, (PARCC - See Page 6)

–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn Susan McNamara, the district’s director of curriculum and instruction, discusses Brick’s test results.

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By Chris Christopher Ocean County College men’s soccer players have earned National Junior College Athletic Association Division III postseason honors.

Named to the All-Region XIX first team were sophomore midfielder-forward Doug Jensen, a former Central Regional High School player, and freshman goalie Robert Andrade, who competed for the Toms River South Indians.

Jensen made the All-Garden State Athletic Conference first team. Andrade was a second-team All-GSAC choice.

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Continued From Page 1 Sophomore midfielder Ryan Cheslock was a second-team all-region and second-team all-conference selection. He played for North’s Mariners.

Ex-Southern Regional player Dylan Kanson, a sophomore midfielder, was a thirdteam all-region and a third-team all-GSAC selection.

Jensen led the Vikings in points with 42 through his first 16 matches of the season. He paced OCC in goals with 18 and added six assists for coach Sal Colino, a former Mariner.

Jensen netted an OCC-best five match-winning goals. He started in 16 matches.

Andrade notched a 1.60 goals against average through his first 15 matches of the campaign.

He allowed 20 goals and made 70 saves. The former Indian started 14 matches and handed out one assist. He played 1,125 minutes in the net. He put up a 7-5 record as a keeper and notched a .778 saves percentage.

Kanson handed out one assist through his first 16 games of the season. He started in each match.

OCC freshman midfielder-forward Youssef Abdelaziz, who hails from Central, put home eight goals and added five assists for 21 points through his first 16 matches of the season.

He netted one match-winning goal. He started seven matches.

OCC freshman midfielder Matt Singh, a Toms River East graduate, netted seven goals, including one match-winner, and added one assist through his first 16 outings of the

season.

He started in 14 matches.

Hansen honored: Former Howell player Connor Hansen, a member of the Brookdale Community College men’s soccer team, was a first team All-Region XIX and firstteam All-Garden State Athletic Conference selection.

The freshman midfielder-defender netted two goals and handed out two assists through his first 16 matches of the season.

Lions cited: The Georgian Court University men’s soccer team for the fourth straight year has achieved All-Academic status as it earned the United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award.

The Lions, with their team grade point average of 3.03, joined 281 men’s soccer programs on the list. A total of 813 collegiate teams (282 men and 531 women) earned the Team Academic Award.

College Team Academic Award recipients are active members of the United Soccer Coaches College Services Program with a composite grade point average of either 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale for all players on the roster.

Meanwhile, GCU sophomore defender Michael Tapp (Toms River South) handed out one assist through his first 12 matches of the season.

Scoring for the Hawks: Freehold resident Jake Areman, a former Colts Neck player, netted two goals and handed out three assists for seven points and a two-way tie for first place on the Monmouth University men’s soccer team.

Over hill and dale: Former Brick Township runner Kyle Mueller, a junior member of Monmouth’s men’s cross country team, won the 23rd annual Henry Mercer Monmouth Invitational in 26:24.35 at hilly Holmdel Park.

It was the fourth-best time in Monmouth history on the five-mile course.

Mueller placed third at the Monmouth Cross Country Kick-Off at Thompson Park.

A member of the Brookdale men’s team is sophomore William Nemeth, a Freehold Township graduate.

The former Patriot was 67th in 30:42.70 at the Osprey Open at Stockton University. He crossed the finish line in 34:17.60 at the Bill Fritz Invitational, placed 18th in 19:03.27 at the Dukes Invitational and was 59th at the Ramapo XC Season Opener in 19:16.20.

Grasso sparkles: Former Donovan Catholic player Vinny Grasso, a senior wide receiver, helped the host Monmouth football team to a 56-39 win over Liberty University on Homecoming Day in front of 4,235 fans.

Grasso, one of the Hawks’ captains, caught three passes for 43 yards. One reception devoured a season-high 23 yards. The former Griffin returned two kickoffs for 23 yards, including a 15-yard dash.

Through his first seven games of the season, Grasso was second on the team in receptions (21), average yards per game (31.7) and receiving yards (222). He averaged 10.6 yards per catch.

Teammate Mike Basile, a senior strong safety out of Brick Memorial, made seven solo stops and broke up two passes as the Hawks, winners of four straight games, pushed their

record to 6-1 overall, including 1-0 in the Big South Conference.

One of Monmouth’s captains, Basile through his first seven games of the season led the Hawks in solo tackles (76), solo stops (58), tackles for yards lost (6 1/2 for 35) and sacks for yards lost (two for 16). He was second on the team in assists (18). He picked off one pass, broke up three passes, deflected four tosses, force one fumble and blocked one kick.

Monmouth junior defensive back Tymere Berry, who played at Toms River South, added two solo tackles and broke up two passes.

Junior teammate Matt Castronuova, a former Jackson Memorial star, returned one kickoff for 18 yards.

The loss dropped the Flames to 3-4, overall, including 0-2 in the Big South. Monmouth is 1-3 all-time in Big South openers.

The Hawks on Nov. 4 will entertain Presbyterian at 1 p.m. on ESPN3.

A charitable mood: The Ocean County College Athletics program launched a charitable initiative, a Halloween costume collection drive, with the goal of providing a fun fall holiday for the community’s less fortunate.

The drive ran from Oct. 1-20 and collected new and gently used children’s costumes, masks, accessories and face makeup.

The materials donated by the OCC community went to Jersey Cares, a local charitable organization that serves the state’s children’s shelters among many other endeavors.

The initiative will likely become an annual tradition.

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- Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn After Coach Bob Auriemma received the key to Brick Township, he posed with his family and the governing body.

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Continued From Page 1 Independent mayoral candidate, and former Republican councilman, Anthony Matthews said during the Oct. 24 council meeting that Brick’s government had grown and not been reduced under the current mayor’s tenure.

Mayor John G. Ducey replied that the municipal tax rate is down one-half cent, despite the addition of 35 township employees hired in 2013.

There are currently 429 Brick Township employees, up from 394 employees as of Jan. 1, 2013, Ducey said.

Those numbers include 11 additional police officers, 10 special police officers, eight EMS workers, and six Building Department employees, he said.

“We had to create an entire Building Department, and we wanted to have the most police officers we’ve had in the history of Brick,” Ducey said.

Prior to January 2014, the township had an agreement with Toms River to take over building inspections here.

When the agreement ended, Brick took over the inspections, and in May 2014 the administration increased the cost of inspection and permitting fees.

“As of Jan. 1, 2014, when I became mayor and I had to stand here and say, wow, as of tomorrow we don’t have any inspectors coming because Toms River cut us off as of that date. We had to hire them,” Ducey said during the council meeting.

“We have more employees, but because we’ve reined in spending in areas where it’s not necessary, it’s very nice to see that the taxes have decreased,” Ducey said.

In other news, the governing body authorized an award of bid for roadway improvements to Village Way, located in the Midstreams section, to Meco, Inc. for $263,303.

Nine bids were submitted that ranged from Meco’s – which was the lowest responsible bid – up to $314,193. Ducey said that the scope of the work for this project includes milling, base repair, asphalt paving, replacing inlet grates

and curb pieces, removal and replacement of drainage pipes and structures, installation and replacement of concrete berms and other miscellaneous work for the project area.

Additionally, the council authorized an award of proposal for an energy broker/ consultant to Concord Engineering of Voorhees, New Jersey, as needed for the solar array at the former landfill on Sally Ike Road, said Council President Art Halloran.

“The township is not a third-party provider and does not have the infrastructure to directly utilize the electricity produced by the solar array,” Halloran explained. “We have to utilize services of an energy broker/consultant to assist us with finding a third party provider to provide the township with the energy it directly utilizes at its facilities at a contracted kilowatt per hour rate.”

Concord Engineering is best suited for the township’s needs because their proposal ref lected an ample amount of procedural information and a good amount of New Jersey based references, he said.

There would be no cost to the township because Concord would be paid based on the hourly rates provided, or have it converted into a percentage of kilowatt hours used that would be included with the payment made to the third party supplier, Halloran said.

In more celebrator y news, Ducey presented Coach Bob Auriemma with a proclamation that named Oct. 25, 2017 “Bob Auriemma Day.” Auriemma also received a key to the Township of Brick for his 54 years as an ice hockey coach.

With 729 wins, Auriemma is the winningest hockey coach in the history of New Jersey, and was admitted into the ice hockey hall of fame, Ducey said.

“He and Coach Warren Wolf founded the Brick ice hockey program which has grown into one of the most successful programs in New Jersey,” the mayor said.

Auriemma was accompanied at the council meeting by his wife, Irene, and many of his five children, 19 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren.

The next council meeting will be on Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. in Town Hall.

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Continued From Page 1 and grades three through eight take the test in the spring.

The exam, now in its third year, tests in English Language Arts/Literacy (ELA) and Mathematics, and is part of the high school graduation assessment requirements set by the state of New Jersey.

During the Oct. 12 Board of Education meeting, the district’s director of curriculum and instruction Susan McNamara explained that the state looks for improvements in scores of 4 and 5 (“meeting expectations” and “exceeding expectations,” respectively), and a decrease in scores of 1 and 2 (“not meeting expectations” and “partially meeting expectations,” respectively). Level 3 (“approaching expectations) has a different set of criteria, depending on the subject and the grade level, she explained.

During her presentation, McNamara broke the PARCC results down by subject and grade level and compared the change in scores for Brick students from 2015 to 2017.

She said that the district is consistent with the state of New Jersey in all areas by demonstrating a reduction in level 1 and level 2 and an increase in level 4 and level 5, with the exception of grade 11.

“It’s important to note that grade 11 does not necessarily include the students who took the [Advanced Placement] test, and that has impacted those scores, both at the state level and the district level,” she said. “So you do not have your top students participating in PARCC because they can opt out of it because they take an AP test instead.”

As an example, the PARCC assessment for Algebra 1, offered in 8th-grade and high school, Brick has seen a decrease in the number of students overall in scores of 1 and 2 by six percent, and increased the number of scores of 4 and 5 by six percent.

In ELA, Brick students in grades 3 through 11 are fairly consistent and on par with other New Jersey schools, McNamara said, and there has been a decrease of 1’s and 2’s and an increase of 4’s and 5’s. “Likewise in math, we are on par with the rest of the state,” she said.

“I’m proud of the growth we’ve made on the scores,” she said.

One result, which McNamara called “amazing,” is 95 percent of the district’s 8th-grade students who took Algebra 1 scored a 4 or higher.

“We’re growing consistently over the last three years, and we’re appreciative of that growth,” she said. “Could we do better? I’m sure we could do better, and now we have a good plan in place

to analyze the data,” McNamara said after the meeting.

The state prepares an analysis of the data and shows where the township did well and where the district has challenges, she said. The report would also show a breakdown of how the Brick school district compared to other New Jersey school districts of a similar size.

Last year’s state analysis showed that Brick’s middle schools – Lake Riviera and Veterans Memorial – were two of the highest performing middle schools of a similar size in the area, McNamara said.

After the state issues its report in December, the district could focus available resources and begin to look at pacing issues, or how curriculum is presented and how much time is given to each unit, she said.

“I think the district is more than PARCC scores, it’s far more than that,” said acting superintendent Dennis Filippone.

Board of Education president John Lamela agreed, and said he is not a fan of the PARCC testing.

“It is disruptive, it disrupts the school. Yes, I think we need data, but since its implementation I’ve seen parents, I’ve seen kids with nerves in their stomachs, and I’ve seen teachers who worry daily about the productivity of

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their kids,” he said at the end of the meeting.

“We look at the whole student,” he said.

“When I come into the schools and I see what these teachers do, and how hard these kids work, coming from many different socioeconomic backgrounds, some of the things they deal with? I’m proud of them,” Lamela said. “So, the last thing I’m looking at is a test score.”

There are many kinds of intelligence, he added, including mechanical, athletic and more.

“These kids have so much to offer...but somebody, somewhere, sitting in an office who had no concept of education, said we need a measure for everyone across the spectrum. We lost sight of what matters,” Lamela said.

“I’m okay with the progress every kid makes, and the progress they don’t, because when I went to school we all ended up where we belonged,” Lamela said. “A test didn’t indicate the potential of what they wanted to do. I value the whole child, not PARCC,” he said. “Our kids come first, not test scores.”

To view the district PARCC results by grade, visit Brickschools.org and click on the first line, “Brick Township Public Schools District PARCC 2017 BOE Presentation.”

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Freeholders Proclaim November Alzheimer’s Awareness Month TOMS RIVER – In an effort to raise awareness that help is available for persons suffer ing with the devast ating effects of Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders has p r o cl a i m e d Nove m b e r as Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness month.

“St atistics show that there are 170,000 people aged 65 and older in New Je r s e y s u f fe r i n g f r o m A l z h e i m e r’s d i s e a s e ,” officials said. “It is vital that we raise awareness and educate residents on how to care for those who are diagnosed with the disease.”

Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain disease and the most common cause of dementia.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately f ive m i l l ion p e ople in the United States are living with Alzheimer’s disease.

While there is no current cu re for A l z heime r’s, t he re a re t reatment for symptoms and continuing research.

According to the Alzh e i m e r’s A s s o c i a t io n , a lt hou g h c u r r e nt A l z heimer’s treatments cann o t s t o p A l z h e i m e r ’s f rom prog ressing, they can temporarily slow the worsening of dementia symptoms and improve quality of life for those w it h A l z h e i m e r’s a n d their caregivers. Today, there is a worldwide effor t u nder way to f ind better ways to treat the

disease, delay its onset, and prevent it from developing Some simple steps that can be taken to potent i a l l y d el ay t h e o n s e t of Alzheimer’s include getting regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, social interaction, quality sleep, mental stimulation such as lear ning a new language or card games, and stress management.

Furthermore, early detection can help in cases s uch a s f i nd i ng i f t he disease is caused by a reversible source, or if there a re medici nes to possibly slow down the symptoms. It is importa nt t o bu i ld a suppor t system and be willing to ask for help when needed as well. It is also essential to make a treatment

plan with your doctor, as well as a “family” plan to decide where you will live and with whom.

Li kew ise, ca reg iver s need to remember that t here a re ser v ices a nd suppor t out t here for t he m. T he i mp or t a nce of caregivers cannot be overstated, and the need to support them in their caregiving is even greater.

“Many of those sufferi ng r e c e ive c a r e f r o m family members, friends, and other unpaid careg i ve r s b e c a u s e i n s u rance does not provide the needed care.” off icials s a i d . “ It i s i m p o r t a n t that caregivers realize it is okay to ask for help,” Some st e ps t h at ca n help make a caregiver’s job less difficult include

developing contingency pla n s for e me rge ncie s and obstacles. In addition, keeping insurance cards and medicat ion lists accessible and updated can be of help in times of sudden trips to the hospital.

The Ocean County Off ice of Senior Ser vices of fe r s a s si st a nc e w it h things such as Caregiver Resource packets, home delivered meals, day care and home-health aide assistance.

According to the Alzh e i m e r’s A s s o c i a t io n , Alzheimer’s is not a normal par t of aging. The greatest known risk factor is increasing age, and the majority of peop l e w i t h A l z h e i m e r ’s a r e 65 a n d old e r. B u t Alzheimer’s is not just

a d i s e a s e of o l d a g e .

Approximately 200,000 Americans under the age of 65 have younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease (also known as early-onset Alzheimer’s).

“It’s so i mpor t ant to educate and raise awareness that this disease can ef fe ct bot h you ng a nd old,” off icials said. “In O c e a n C o u n t y, w h i c h is home to more than 170,000 seniors, we want to ma ke su re ou r residents know resources are available to t hem. Not ju st d u r i ng t he mont h of November but ever y day.”

For more infor mation on available resou rces i n Ocea n Cou nt y, v isi t c o . o c e a n . n j. u s / O C / SeniorSer vices/ or call 732-929-2091.

Macarthur Helps Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Manage Opioid Prescribing NEW JERSEY – Republican Chair of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, Rep. Tom MacArthur (RNJ), Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. ( R-T N ) a nd D e mo c r at Chair of the Bipar tisan Heroin Task Force, Rep.

Annie Kuster (D-NH) introduced the Opioid Addiction and Prevention Act of 2017, legislation to limit initial post-acute care opioid prescribing to ten d ays. T he legislat ion would not preempt state

law in st ates that have more limited timeframes for these prescriptions and would not have any impact on patients who utilize opioids for the regular management of chronic pain.

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McGuckin Seeking Input From Sandy Damaged Homeowners NEW JERSEY – Assemblyman McGuckin of the 10th Legislative District, will be introducing a bill to provide a tax break to homeowners who have paid JCP&L and Verizon for utility pole modifications resulting from post-Sandy home elevations. The 10 th Legislative District Office wants to hear from homeowners who have elevated their homes and subsequently paid utility companies for these pole modifications.

As a result of Superstorm Sandy, homeowners have been forced to elevate their homes to prevent future flooding and damage to their property. These newly raised homes require utility poles

to be modified and raised as well. This has resulted in homeowners having to pay out of pocket to both JCP&L and Verizon for these alterations. In some cases the cost of these alterations has exceeded $20,000.

“A number of our constituents have contacted us stating that, after they have elevated their homes, they are now being required to foot the bill for JCP&L to raise their utility poles to correspond with the newly raised homes,” said McGuckin. “We have witnessed cases where the homeowner is responsible for a bill ranging from $6000$20,000. These numbers are astronomical and an immense

burden on individual homeowners.”

“With this legislation we would provide a tax break for people who have paid JCP&L and Verizon for these pole modifications after raising their homes,” continued McGuckin. “JCP&L and Verizon have an obligation to provide reliable and safe service to their customers and as a result of changing regulations, upgrades are needed to provide adequate services on the barrier island.”

Have you paid JCP&L or Verizon for pole modifications as a result of elevating your home? Please contact our District Office at 732840-9028.

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Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus Hosts Flavors Of The Jersey Shore LAKEWOOD – Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus hosted more than 300 people at their annual Flavors of the Jersey Shore Food and Wine Tasting event on Oct. 19 at the Pine Belt Chevrolet Showroom in Lakewood. This event

serves as a fundraising opportunity for cancer services at MMCSC and highlights Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Food, wine, and spirits were available from over 35 vendors including Avenue Restaurant, Charlies of Bay Head, Har-

poon Willy’s, Porta, Prime 13, and Yussi’s Deli and back by popular demand this year was the Vodka Lounge that served samplings from Tito’s and Broken Shed Vodka. Throughout the night, guests tried their luck on a 50/50 raffle, silent auction

and wine jail while listening to tunes from the Mike Dalton Band.

The 50/50 winner was a Cancer Support Community volunteer who won over $4,000 while the silent auction winners went home with jewelry, Broadway show tickets, restaurant gift cards and more. In addition, the wine jail held 50 bottles of wine hostage until they were freed with a $20 donation. Guests chose a bottle at random by placing their name on it and at the end of the night they uncovered which bottle they were bringing home.

While some bottles were only worth $15, there were several worth more than $200 including a $328 bottle of 1986 Chateau Angelus.

“This is one of my favorite events of the year,” said Denice Gaffney, Vice President of Development, Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus Foundation.

“Our guests are really able to have fun, relax, and enjoy each other’s company all while supporting a great cause. There is an imperative need to support cancer services in our community and I think this event gives our community members that opportunity.”

For more information on upcoming events, call the Foundation at 732-886-4438.

Join Ocean County Retired Educators Association NEW JERSEY – All New Jersey public school employees are welcome to join OCREA’s ever increasing membership, currently standing at about 1,300. Ocean County Retired Educators Association, founded in 1959 and affiliated with NJEA, provides retired educators with information via a newsletter and meetings.

The four annual luncheons offer members an enjoyable chance to socialize, as well as gather information on issues of importance to them. OCREA trips range from multi-week excursions to day trips. They not only enhance members’ knowledge but also offer a pleasant change of pace. Remaining trips this year include: the American Museum of Natural History and the Rose (Hayden) Planetarium, Colorado, Cape Cod & Nantucket, Culinary Institute of America, a boat ride on the Hudson River, the American Music Theatre and Longwood Gardens.

The Association works to better its members’ lives and also the lives of others by its charitable functions. Each year, OCREA provides help to others by awarding three scholarships, several major donations to local charities, four food collections and other community actions.

If you are a retired NJ public school employee, you are eligible for membership in OCREA as part of a unified membership with NJREA and NEA Retired.

To join, visit njea.org/njrea and download the membership application. If you have association questions, contact Martin Lang at langbi2@comcast.net or 609 207-0038.

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LAKEWOOD – They are wonderful when they are on the trees, but a problem when they are not.

The Lakewood Department of Public Works will help pick up all those fallen leaves but there are some rules and regulations dictated by the Northern Ocean County Recycling Center that Lakewood Township has to follow.

Residents should not call for leaf pickup.

Leaves should not be bagged. Do not put leaf piles near bulk pickup items.

As a safety precaution, residents should rake the leaves in a neat pile away from storm drains and curb corners.

Residents must divide their pickup into three separate categories: leaves, brush, logs. Separate trucks pick up different items.

Be sure no branches are attached to those leaves. Brush is another term for branches. To get rid of brush, cut the branches into four-foot

lengths and place them separate from the leaves.

Branches that are larger than four feet in length and/or four inches in diameter are considered logs. The township does not and cannot pick up logs.

Leaf season officially ends December 29. All of Lakewood is divided into two leaf pickup zones with Route 9 as the dividing line. Zone 1 for leaf pickup is the west of Route 9 from the Howell border to Route 70. Zone 2 for leaf pickup is east of Route 9 from Route 70 to the Howell border.

Leaf pickup began on the west side of Route 9 on Oct. 30 through Nov. 12; and again Nov. 27 through Dec. 10.

Leaf pickup on the east side of Route 9 runs from Nov. 13 through Nov. 25; and Dec. 11 through Dec. 23.

For more information, call the Department of Public works at 732-905-3405.

Woman’s Club Bunco Party

POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The Woman’s Club of Point Pleasant is holding its Fall Bunco Party from 6 to 10 p.m. on Nov. 9 at 513 St.

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Bunco prizes, 50/50 raffle and door prizes will be awarded while guests help the club raise funds for a variety of charities that they sponsor.

No tickets will be sold at the door.

For tickets and dinner choice, call Mary Anne at 732-295-8213.

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BRICK – The Laurelton Art Society will hold its next meeting on November 10 at Brick Township Municipal Building Police Meeting Room, 401 Chambers Bridge Road, at 7 p.m.

Anthony Migliaccio is an expert in recreating local scenes, and will demonstrate the techniques he uses in his plein-air painting of the Jersey Shore.

An established printmaker and painter, Tony has been exhibiting his work since the 1970’s. He has taught at Monmouth University, his paintings and prints are in collections internationally, and he has received several awards for his painting.

He is in Who’s Who in American Art, signature member of Noyes Museum and Plein Air Painters of the Jersey Coast. Since retiring he paints full time and is an Associate member of Oil painters of America and an Exhibiting Artist member of the Audubon Artists, Inc. NY. Admission is free and forms will be available to those who wish to join. Yearly dues are $25.

For more information call Joanne 732 477 1805.

Narconon Is There To Help NEW JERSEY – Narconon reminds families that abuse of heroin and opioid drugs has become a national health crisis. Learn to recognize the signs of heroin abuse and get loved ones help if they are at risk.

Visit narcononnewliferetreat.org to learn about the overdose reversing drug known as naloxone and find out its availability in your state.

Narconon can help people take steps to overcome addiction in their family. Call 800-431-1754 for free screenings or referrals.

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Angels:

Continued From Page 1 with New Jersey Natural Gas, NJ101.5, WOBM, local newspapers, the Causeway Family of Dealerships and more than 1,600 New Jersey residents gathered together to make history in Seaside Park and break a world record, all while raising more than $30,000. The money raised will support people and businesses still feeling the effects of Super Storm Sandy and the most recent hurricanes.

“Still five years later, believe it or not, there are still a ton of people effected [by Super Storm Sandy],” said Alan Rosenzweig, of Masterpiece Advertising, on behalf of Ocean First. “One hundred percent of the money is going directly to the Ocean County Long Term Recovery Group as well as the Salvation Army.” Rosenzweig added that the small registration fee of just $5 turned this fun event into a great fundraiser.

“As New Jersey’s leading community bank, Ocean First was proud to play a major role in helping our neighbors and local

businesses get back on their feet following Super Storm Sandy in October of 2012,” said Christopher D. Maher, Chairman and CEO of Ocean First 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.”

“When Super Storm Sandy hit New Jersey five years ago, we felt that it was really

important for us to support the community as they recovered,” said Kathy Durante, executive director of the Ocean First Foundation. “The support that we have here from the community is tremendous.”

The Ocean First Foundation is a community foundation that was founded in 1996 by the bank. The foundation supports local groups and organizations, nonprofits, and schools within their foot print. Of the groups supported, they must have interests like housing, education, health and wellness and supporting a better quality of life.

Preventing Fires In Boiler/Furnace Rooms LAKEWOOD – In light of the nature of recent fire calls, the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners in conjunction with Fire Chief Mike D’Elia Jr., Fire Prevention Coordinator Jacob Woolf, and the members of the Lakewood Fire Department, offer the following information to prevent fires in Boiler/Furnace Rooms.

Many homeowners (and renters) are utilizing the boiler/furnace room and/or the laundry room as a storage room. As the photos below indicate, this practice can result in tragic consequences.

The boiler/furnace room should NOT double as a storage room!

Over the years, homes and apartments, accumulate a great deal of items - clothing, boxes of files, paper supplies, holiday decorations, half-empty paint cans, solvents,

cleaning supplies, etc. Having the items available is great, but many fail to take the proper precautions when storing these items.

A leading mistake is using the boiler or furnace room as a storage area for these combustible materials. Many homeowners succumb to temptation and build shelves for storage in these rooms or just stack items next to the appliances. The Lakewood Fire Department has responded to fires caused by flammable and combustible materials stored too close to boilers, furnaces, water heaters and other mechanical equipment.

The outcome of these fi res ranges from minor damage costing several thousands of dollars to complete destruction of the entire home.

The boiler/furnace room should NOT be considered an all-purpose storage area!

Boilers, furnaces, water heaters and dryers, etc. all require proper air circulation to prevent incomplete fuel combustion and production of carbon monoxide. In fact, boiler, furnace and laundry rooms are designed with excess space to allow for the proper airflow and ventilation needed, or at least they should be. Therefore, keep these rooms clean and clear of all unnecessary items.

Another risk for boiler and furnace rooms or rooms that generate more than their share of heat, is spontaneous combustion of material. This occurs when combustible material in contact with air generates enough heat to ignite. This can happen when items such as clothing, other items or mattresses (yes, we’ve seen this too) are stacked next to the appliances. Even without any items physically touching any appliances the

overcrowding of an already relatively small size room creates a fire hazard. The boiler/ furnace room should be clean and clear of all unnecessary items!

Importance of smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.

Remember that smoke detectors provide early warning of a fire, allowing extra time to escape, and as a result, substantially reducing the risk of injury and/or death in residential fire. Smoke detectors should be located outside each separate sleeping area and on every floor of one’s home including the basement. Carbon monoxide detectors should be located outside each separate sleeping area. A few minutes should be spent each and every month to test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they are operational.

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The Orchards At Bartley Opens Greenhouse For Residents

By Sara Grillo 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.

Financial Aid 101

BRICK – The Brick Township High School guidance department is hosting a free financial aid presentation at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 15 in the high school library, 346 Chambers Bridge Road.

Parents are encouraged to attend, but the event is open to anyone interested in pursuing education at a college/university or trade school.

Guests will learn about FAFSA, grants, loans, and other tuition assistance.

Final 2017 Brick Garden C lub Meeting

BRICK – The final meeting of this year of the Brick Garden Club will be held Nov. 13 starting at 7 p.m.

After a brief business meeting, guest speaker Michelle Jones will demonstrate arranging a holiday table scape as well as how to make a boxwood tree with decorating ideas.

All meetings are held at the Bob Anstett Cultural Arts Center, 515 Herbertsville Road.

Residential Safety Tips 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.

Keep at least one light on a timer when going out. Leave a television or radio on as well.

On the outside of the home install motion sensor lights. Keep them high enough so burglars will not be able to unscrew the light bulbs.

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.

Residents can contact the Brick Police Department at 732-262-1100

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.

For more information, visit bartleyhealthcare. com or call 732-370-4700.

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Contos transitioned to the human resources department in 2011 and became distribution technical supervisor for JCP&L transmission construction and maintenance in 2012.

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Contos fills the shoes of Rae Mallin, who retired earlier this year.

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Celebrities Come For The First Annual Superhero Superfest OCEAN COUNTY – It’s a bird! It’s a plane!

No! It’s SUPERHERO SUPERFEST! Press Communications, LLC will host their Inaugural SUPERHERO SUPERFEST event on November 4th, 2017 at the Toms River High School North Arena in Toms River 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, Stephen Baker, 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 seventy-five exhibits, plus meet and greets with local artists and creators

who will be showcased in The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation’s Artist And Writer’s Alley (located inside the Arena at the event). Auto Sponsor Toms River Mitsubishi and Toms River Volkswagen will also have vehicles displayed out front.

Guests will be able to meet celebrities, become “Superhero Certified” at various Superhero Challenges presented by iPlay America, shop for comics and collectibles, try out the Game Zone Mobile Gaming Truck, and enter COSPLAY costume contests throughout the day.

Additional interactive games and workshops include: The Harry Potter Experience, Jedi Academy, Nerf Turf Challenge, Prop Making & Cosplay Workshops, Superhero Sprint, and the High Speed Chase. There will also be a 360 photo booth, face painting, bounce houses, and the New Jersey’s Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor’s “Zombie Photo Experience”.

One lucky grand prize winner will also win an all-inclusive vacation package to the Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa courtesy of Travelsmiths of Point Pleasant.

For additional details please visit www.superherosuperfest.com.

Final 2017 Brick Garden Club Meeting BRICK – The final meeting of this year of the Brick Garden Club will be held Nov. 13 starting at 7 p.m.

After a brief business meeting, guest speaker Michelle Jones will demonstrate arrang-

ing a holiday table scape as well as how to make a boxwood tree with decorating ideas.

All meetings are held at the Bob Anstett Cultural Arts Center, 515 Herbertsville Road.

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BRICK – PrimeTime Center, a day habilitation program for adults with developmental disabilities, has opened its third location at 485 Brick Boulevard. The other New Jersey locations are 60 High Street, Carteret, and 240 Broad Street, Eatontown.

Eligible adults can apply for PrimeTime Center services through the Division of Developmental Disabilities. Transportation is provided to and from the program for participants who live within a five-mile radius.

The mission of PrimeTime Center is to help participants live life to its fullest by practicing independent living skills, such as meal planning, shopping, money management, travel training, housekeeping and using appropriate computer applications and digital tools to solve real life problems.

According to David Mock, Director of PrimeTime Center, participants seldom spend the day inside centers. Visits to local restaurants, shopping centers, theaters, museums, financial institutions, and other community-based instruction trips are

incorporated into the daily schedule. In addition, participants can take advantage of local community volunteer opportunities.

Besides a full-time, self-directed day program, PrimeTime Center provides the services of a parent liaison to work closely with families and participants in identifying and completing all necessary forms and documents needed to access the various federal, state and local supports and services.

“Adults learn best when there are varied opportunities to develop and practice skills, and when these skills can be applied to real world settings,” said Mock. “We provide each individual with the opportunity to identify strengths, abilities, preferences, support needs, etc. Unlike other facilities, we put an emphasis on real community experiences for adults with developmental disabilities.”

PrimeTime Centers are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., all year except for traditional holidays. For more information about the Brick site, call 848-241-5700 or email office@primetimecenter.org. Visit primetimecenter.org.

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Bricks Hosts Winter Camp

BRICK – Brick Township Recreation will hold its winter camp for residents ages 6 to 12 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Dec. 26 through 29.

Participants will play games, create art, play sports and go on field trips. Campers

will need to bring a sack lunch each day as well as snacks and drinks.

The cost is $150 per camper, which includes all four days of camp.

Registration is open now.

For more information, call 732-262-1075.

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College Planning Workshops BRICK – Two branches of the Ocean County Library will host a workshop explaining the benefits of early college planning: • Monday, November 6 at 7 p.m., Point Pleasant Boro Branch, 834 Beaver Dam Road.

• Tuesday, November 14 at 7 p.m., Brick Branch, 301 Chambers Bridge Road.

Attendees will learn about advantages of early planning, how to select colleges, financial aid

forms, formulas colleges use to determine your financial aid eligibility, how to prepare for the FAFSA, and more.

The material covered in this workshop is suitable for families of middle school through rising high school seniors. This program is presented by CollegeGPS. Registration is required for this free event.

To register, call the branch or visit theoceancountylibrary.org

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Brick Elks Host Veterans Day Events

BRICK – Brick Elks 2151 Lodge is hosting a Veterans Day ceremony and luncheon at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11.

A complimentary meatloaf luncheon is available to Brick Elks members and their significant others. The lunch is $6 per person for the public.

Reservations are required by Nov. 6. For reservations, call Sal SanFilippo at 732-477-2005.

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Brick Police EMS Unit Returns From U.S. Virgin Islands

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–Photo courtesy Brick Police EMS Five members of the Brick Police EMS unit helped rehabilitate communities in the U.S. Virgin Islands as part of a deployment with the NJ EMS Task Force.

BRICK – After spending 22 days in the U.S. Virgin Islands, five members of the Brick Police EMS unit are returning from their deployment with the NJ EMS Task Force. During their time on the islands, they integrated with and assisted the USVI EMS system in handling 200+ calls. They also repopulated an assisted living facility,

transferred critical patients over to fi xedwing aircrafts for medical evacuation off the islands, provided medical services to clinics in remote locations on St. John, and engaged with the residents through a community outreach program. The entire experience was both humbling and educational.

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In a world where the word “healthy” is tossed around like a salad, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by information about your well-being. To make things simpler for you, we’ve served up some easy-to-digest facts about diet and hearing health. Folate is naturally found in food, whereas folic acid is manmade from folate. This B vitamin is proven to help prevent high-frequency hearing loss, which is the varying inability to perceive high-pitched sounds and consonants. Folic acid decreases the amount of the amino acid homocysteine in your blood by increasing the creation of red blood cells.

Too much homocysteine causes hearing difficulty by reducing blood flow to the inner ear. Folic acid is also useful in preventing heart disease, stroke, and dementia.

Older adults need 400 micrograms of folic

acid every day for good health. It is easy to increase your daily intake of the nutrient by eating more of foods like beans, citrus fruits, enriched grains, and dark leafy vegetables.

To make it easier, in January 1998, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) began requiring manufacturers to add folic acid to food that is labeled as “enriched.” Increasing your intake can be as simple as rolling out of bed and grabbing a quick breakfast.

Just a cup of enriched breakfast cereal with one cup of 1 percent milk, plus three-quarters of a cup of OJ on the side, will put you at 32 percent of your daily requirement of folic acid in one meal. Talk about starting your day off right!

Folic acid-rich foods like spinach, avocado, strawberries, broccoli, and cantaloupe are hearing helpful foods.

Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health.

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Local Health Departments In New Jersey NEW JERSEY – In New Jersey, every municipality is required to be served by a local health department that meets the requirements of state public health laws and regulations.

Residents who have questions about available public health services or concerns about health conditions within a particular municipality should contact their local health department.

In Ocean County, the county department

of health is located at 175 Sunset Ave. in Toms River. The phone number is 732-3419700, ext. 7201. Visit ochd.org for more information.

The Long Beach Island Health Department serves Barnegat Light, Beach Haven, Harvey Cedars, Long Beach, Ship Bottom and Surf City. It is located at 2119 Long Beach Blvd., Ship Bottom. The phone number is 609-492-1212. Visit lbihealth.com for more information.

Caregiver Support Group

BRICK – The Caregiver Support Group at St. Dominic’s Church provides a source of added support for those that are caring for another. Caregivers know the difficulty and stress involved in caring for a loved one.

Whether caring for a loved one at home or in a nursing facility, joining others on the same journey may be beneficial to well-being.

Experienced and committed facilitators will be assisting the group in learning ways to care for themselves. Meetings are held the last Thursday of each month at 1 p.m.

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

How Watercress Slows Down Cancer Growth

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, so today I’d like to share with you some little-known facts about one vegetable and its impact on breast health.

It’s watercress and even though most doctors will argue that the more chemotherapeutic drugs (anti-cancer drugs), the better, I still feel strongly that we can make dietary changes that improve outcomes, whether or not you take chemo. They may poo-poo this thinking, but I still feel that eating specific foods can have a positive impact on your outcomes.

Research is clear and shows that a great deal of people give up on chemotherapy and fail to adhere to conventional medical treatments. Many stop altogether or they begin to integrate various holistic remedies and dietary changes, which makes me think of watercress.

Watercress belongs to the cruciferous vegetables, same as broccoli and cauliflower, but it’s not as popular as those. Still, I want to give it some love and attention today because it has some powerful tumor-fighting compounds in it. Plus, we already know from empirical evidence that 30 to 40 percent of all cancers somehow benefit or respond from proper nutrition.

Researchers have investigated how watercress can be beneficial in breast cancer and other cancers. In a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition a group of breast cancer survivors went through a phase of fasting, before consuming a bowlful of watercress about the size of a cereal bowl (approximately 80 grams of watercress).

They took some blood samples from the women, at intervals over the next 24 hours.

Their blood evaluations found rather significant levels of a plant compound called phenylethyl isothiocyanate, or PEITC for short. This PEITC starves the cancer cells.

This PEITC inhibits a protein called HIF (Hypoxia Inducible Factor) which is responsible for signaling normal tissue around the tumor to send oxygen and nutrients to the tumor cells.

HIF is not playing nice, it’s making your own cells boost cancer growth.

Am I saying watercress cures cancer? Of course not, but eating certain foods like watercress can’t hurt you, it can only help you, and more than anything, it puts you in a pro-active position which is empowering. Let’s face it, hearing the word “cancer” is heart-stopping. Having something you can do that is so simple is crucial.

The researchers in the study actually validated the effects of the watercress compound PEITC, they weren’t guessing. They physically measured blood levels of that HIF in their bloodstream and saw it declining progressively after eating watercress. That is just so amazing!

Another study back in 2004, evaluated how PEITC impacts the speed at which cancer cells grow (termed proliferation) and tumorigenesis (the formation of tumors). The scientists were able to confirm that watercress inhibits cancer cell growth and not only that it makes cancer cells commit suicide, a process called apoptosis. It means the party is over for the cancer cells.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Community Medical Center’s Community Health Services, a RWJ Barnabas Health facility, through a grant provided by the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services, coordinates the NJ Cancer Education and Early Detection program in Ocean County. Currently, free clinical health screenings are available to uninsured women in Ocean County.

The program provides free clinical breast examinations, mammograms, cervical exams

and pap smears to uninsured women between the ages of 40 and 64. To qualify for the program, participants must meet specific income requirements.

Clinics will be held at Family Planning Center locations in Lakewood at 290 River Avenue and Manahawkin at 1173 Beacon Ave. Call for details.

Appointments are required. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 732-557-3202.

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BRICK – Join us for a morning walk to explore some of Brick Township’s scenic locations.

We will meet on Thursdays at 9 a.m. at the Senior Center, 373 Adamston Road, until October 19. Please call 732-920-8686 to register or for additional information

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NEW JERSEY – As often as possible, employees of All-Care Physical Therapy Center like to bring some extra sunshine to their communities. In past years they have walked for Arthritis, run through the mud for MS, adopted families for the holidays, built bicycles for children, and this year was no exception. The 9 offices throughout Ocean and Monmouth County competed to see who could raise the most for a charity of their choosing.

The entire staff voted and collectively chose Ocean of Love.

Ocean of Love is dedicated to making sure that children with cancer have as normal a life as possible. They offer support in the

form of providing transportation to and from treatments, food baskets, assistance with household expenses, counseling, support groups, and occasionally goodies and trinkets for the children.

All-Care has facilities in Barnegat, Brick, Forked River, Toms River, Whiting, Manchester, Jackson, and now Freehold. The staff is dedicated to giving their patients a positive experience, and even offers free transportation to and from their appointments, as well as inhome physical therapy and OT hand therapy in addition to outpatient services.

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office collaborates with local municipal police departments at the following locations on a regular basis to hold child passenger safety inspections.

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We all know that accidents happen. However, people often question whether they need the assistance of counsel as a result.

The safe answer is to always consult with an attorney to be certain that your rights are best protected.

If you are injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may have the ability to file suit against the person or persons at fault. This, however, is dependent on several factors. First, and most importantly, you should concentrate on receiving necessary medical treatment.

This may mean a trip to the hospital or your primary care physician to determine whether further care is necessary.

The next topic to be considered is whether you will need legal assistance. Being involved in an accident can be very stressful, as well as painful for those involved. To ease the stress, seeking a competent attorney to stand by you is a smart decision. It is important to do this early, in the event that further investigation is necessary. Often attorneys will send an investigator to the scene to photograph the surrounding area and report any inconsistencies that may exist with the police report.

Furthermore, when you are injured in New Jersey, your medical benefits are paid through your own personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. This is part of your car insurance and can be identified through review of your policy. However, most PIP insurance requires pre-certification for any treatment afforded. Physician’s offices are equipped to request pre-certification, but as we all know, situations such as these may not always go smoothly for the injured party. An attorney, once retained, can assist you with any difficulty you may have with receiving necessary

treatment.

When seeking the advice of counsel it is important to bring all documents with you that involve your accident. This includes the accident report (if available), any medical documentation, as well as the declaration page regarding your car insurance in place at the time of the accident. This will help the attorney to advise you as the benefits that can be afforded to you, as well as whether you will be permitted to file suit for any compensatory damages as a result of the accident.

When involved in an accident, there is no charge to you to seek the advice of counsel. This type of matter is handled on a contingency basis. That means that the attorney is only awarded a fee, should you recover a financial benefit as a result of the representation.

In the event that you are at fault, or receive a citation as a result of the accident, the role of the attorney does change. In fact, if someone is injured as a result of your negligence in operation your motor vehicle, generally your insurance will provide a legal defense for the personal injury action on your behalf. However, if a summons is issued, it is beneficial to you to seek the advice of counsel, as this will not be defended by your carrier. Contrary to a personal injury case, this is generally not handled on a contingent basis.

As you can see, there are many reasons to seek the advice of counsel after being involved in a motor vehicle accident. The best action to take is to consult with an attorney and discuss the options and benefits that you may have.

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BRICK – The Historic Preservation Commission was created in 1998 to preserve the heritage of Brick Township. The Commission encourages the preservation of the cultural, social, economic and architectural history of Brick Township. It encourages the reinvestment in existing historic sites in a manner that preserves, restores and reuses these sites and discourages unnecessary demolition. It carries out advisory, educational and informational functions that will provide historic preservation in Brick Township.

The Commission makes recommendations to the Planning Board on the historic preservation component of the master plan. It also advises the Planning Board on the inclusion of historic sites in the recommended capital improvement program

and maintains an Historic Sites Survey.

The Historic Preservation Commission’s office is located in the Hulse House, 471 Herbertsville Road. The house, which dates back to the 1890s and was moved to its current location in the 1930s, was purchased in 2002 by the Township and restored in 2010 through the town’s CDBG program. The Commission was able to obtain grant money for the construction of an ADA-compliant bathroom so the house can be opened to the public, construction should be completed in the fall of 2014.

For more information about the Historic Preservation Commission, call board secretary Jennifer Rother at 732-262-1056 or by email at jrother@ twp.brick.nj.us

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By Sara Grillo MANCHESTER – This year’s Ms. Senior focus on recruitment.

“We do have a platform – it’s primarily America was just crowned after a 3-day pageant at Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic to inspire our peers and mentor the youth – it’s considered the Age of Elegance and City on October 19.

Queen Carolyn Slade Harden, who lives letting our peers know that there’s more to in the Renaissance at Manchester, won life, don’t stop living, it’s never too late to the state crown at the Ms. New Jersey pursue your dreams and to be active, and Senior America pageant this summer. Her we still have a lot to give and we’re enmodest reason for throwing her hat in the couraging other women to do the same.”

This year, 37 states participated in the ring was to volunteer more and give back Ms. Senior America pageant out of 40 that to her community.

“I had no idea that I would actually win were on the roster. Harden hopes to get the word out to additional states and enthe national title as well,” she said.

The “Age of Elegance” competition is courage more women to become involved. designed for women who are 60 years of She said there are many women out there age or older. Harden shared her philoso- doing good work in their communities, phy, gown, private interview and talent but who may not be getting recognized.

She also hopes to link up with more with the judges, singing “For Once In My youth, in particular to get more colleges Life,” to earn the title of queen.

She has been singing since she was and universities involved and to mentor young, having studied opera at Arts High students. This is something she already has School in Newark and landing starring some experience with through her Harden roles in Madame Butterfl y, Aida and Car- Institute for Financial Independence, or men. She also performed in gospel groups HIFI Club. She helps young people, some of alongside Dionne Warwick, Dee Dee them members of her own family, which is Warwick and Cissy Houston, and served stretched across 36 states, learn the imporas choir director at churches throughout tance of money, plan for their future, and get financially ready for college. the state.

“It will be a busy year,” she said, “A bigger Although she will likely perform in other states as part of her Ms. Senior America crown and a lot more responsibility.”

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More Trails, Less Traffic Trail Aims To Connect Manasquan Reservoir To Manasquan Beach

By Sara Grillo

HOWELL – The township is making strides in developing some existing trail ways in the Bear Swamp Natural Area, which will also push along the Capital to the Coast Trail, a project that’s been 16 years in the making.

Former Manasquan councilman Fred Lockenmeyer and his late friend Dr. Rudy Buser, both active bicyclists, dreamed up a trail back in 2001 that would extend 55 miles lengthwise across the state of New Jersey, from the capital to the coastline.

As of five years ago, about 20 miles of the entire trail have been completed.

With some donated land in Manasquan, a 7-mile stretch of its path already extends for two miles in Allaire State Park, then another five miles out to the sand in Manasquan Beach.

When it comes to Howell, after the trail spins around the 5-mile Manasquan Reservoir, it continues on for a bit, but then it stops. Grant money would help develop it through Bear Swamp on its path toward Wall, and eventually connect it to Allaire State Park.

Elisabeth Naskiewicz of the Lake Restoration & Wildlife Management Committee wanted to know more information about the grant, concerned by the term “bicycle trail” and what that would mean for a natural area like Bear Swamp, which she said was created to be used for activities like mountain biking and hiking.

“I have all those questions and a lot more,” answered Councilwoman Pauline Smith, adding that it’s unusual for the council to vote on something with such little information.

“I don’t see a paved wide bicycle trail going through the major heavy duty wetlands that it would take to get to Allaire Park,” said Naskiewicz.

Community Development Director Jim Herrman confirmed that the trail is a “non-motorized multi-use trail network” that would move through existing trail networks, so wetlands are not a concern. The DEP also allows 6-footwide trails through wetlands as long as existing drainage patterns are maintained, he said.

There would be paved areas near Route 547 and along Maxim Road, but other than that, the majority of the trail would be comprised of compacted quarry dust so it could accommodate many types of recreation, even horses.

“If we’re putting it through Bear Swamp Natural Area, before we put any money out, can we finish the job within a realistic cost?”

Naskiewicz asked.

Herrman shared that the township applied for $900,000 under the Department of Transportation’s Bikeway Grant Program. The program sets aside $1 million for the construction of bike trails, with a goal of building 1,000 new miles of dedicated bike paths. That said, Herrman warned that they typically award only 3 to 4 grants within the entire state.

“This is a very competitive application process,” he said.

The application covers 2.25 new miles of multi-use trail, so even if the township is awarded only $300,000 or $400,000, Herrman said the project can be scaled back to a more realistic approach.

Peter Hagemeyer of Point Pleasant Beach, Chairman of the Capital to the Coast Trail, reassured Naskiewicz that the trail is designed for pedestrians, runners, children, people with strollers, equestrians and horses.

“We don’t discriminate,” he said.

Hagemeyer said the 7-mile existing path that stretches from Allaire State Park to Manasquan Beach is used by people in many communities already, including himself. He rides on it 14 miles a day to work and sees kids walking through to leave high school or to walk up to tennis courts. In the summer he sees families on it carrying surfboards, and in the fall there are horses trotting through Allaire State Park.

Although he and Lockenmeyer have hopes to extend its path clear across the state, the few miles that Howell contributes will at least fill in a missing link.

Herrman said the overall plan is to connect the trail from the Manasquan Reservoir to Manasquan Beach. Howell received a grant a few years ago to connect Oak Glen Park to the reservoir, and this is the next phase.

“We’re the missing hole right now between that connection,” said Herrman.

So far, Wall Township has done a majority of the work in pursuing grants and building up the trail in their neck of the woods, and they will now hold off on pursuing any additional funding until Howell makes some progress.

Residents of Howell were supportive of the Coast Trail, specifically father-daughter combo Bill Hitzel and his daughter Andrea Brennan, who talked about how difficult it’s become to ride bikes around town with the rising traffic.

Hitzel has lived in Howell for 47 years, and said he used to be able to go out on the roads and ride bikes in relative safety. These days, he said, it’s impossible even as an adult to go out on the local roads on two wheels.

His daughter Andrea lives in Manasquan now, but she said growing up in Howell she and her family would take a yearly summer ride from Howell to Manasquan.

“It was always very exciting when we got on the portion of the bike path that was paved in Manasquan because we didn’t have to worry about cars and it was a lot of fun,” she said.

She and her husband now use the bike path in Manasquan to get to the gym, to Allaire State Park, and to Trenton and the D&R Canal.

“Since the Manasquan trail has been extended through Allaire the traffic on the bike path has really increased a lot,” she added, noting that she’s seen kids, parents and elderly people walking or riding on the trail.

Andrea would love to see more kids get out on the path just to roller blade or ride their bikes, as it’s a great escape from the traffic, and since she’s personally been hit by motorists while riding her bike.

In August, Lockenmeyer organized a Friends of the Capital to the Coast Trail meeting that was attended by over 45 people, including Howell Councilwoman Evelyn O’Donnell and Community Development Director Herrman, along with Manasquan Councilman Jeff Lee and Executive Director of the NJ Bike and Walk Coalition Cyndi Steiner, who was positive about the amount of grant money available to communities for bike trail development.

Since then, many volunteers have also signed on to research and apply for grants, plan activities to promote the trail, and attend council meetings in townships the trail runs through.

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“It’s a great trail that connects New Jersey and connects people,” said Hagemeyer.

Connecting the two, it seems, is easier said than done.

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The change, according to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, was made to align better with Medicare and the private market, but some states that operate their own health insurance exchanges, such as New York, have elected to extend the open enrollment period beyond the Dec. 15 cutoff.

Fulf ill, for merly the Foodban k of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, is offering residents of both counties some relief in what can be an overwhelming process of signing up for and choosing a health plan within the government’s healthcare marketplace.

Barbara Scholz, Director of Advocacy and Programs at Fulfill, said that one of the ways the nonprofit is fighting hunger is through affordable healthcare. Healthcare Navigators will be at various locations throughout the area during open enrollment to help guide p e ople t h roug h t he now shor t e ne d process.

Healthcare Navigators are certified by the federal government, knowledgeable about policies and terms, and can help consumers find policies that are appropriate and affordable for them.

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for later if they need time to discuss it with family members.

“People have to consider which plans are the best for them and that’s something the Navigator can help them with as well,” said Scholz.

She said the nine navigators are also there to help with people who have disabilities or who don’t have access to a laptop or internet at home. Four of them will be able to provide assistance in Spanish.

Although open enrollment offers yearround coverage for 2018, there are also special enrollment periods – such as getting married, having a baby, losing your job or gaining citizenship – where you would not have to wait until the following November to get coverage.

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

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) 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) Griffin Landscaping - Trees and bushes trimmed or removed. Stone, brick, pavers, mulch and retaining walls. Painting (indoors and out). Powerwashing. 609-661-2008.

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Kites Lit Up The Sky In LBI

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By William Clanton SHIP BOTTOM – Almost a hundred kites took flight on LBI this Columbus Day weekend. The 3rd Annual LBI Fly International Kite Festival came to Ship Bottom taking over of the skies of LBI. The blue skies were complimented by the delightful sea breeze and the distant ruffling sound of kites gracefully flying in the sky.

LBI Fly has been organized to bring the brilliant, colorful artist designed kites, giant inflatable kites and an amazing show of sport kiting all between the 3rd and 15th Street Beaches in Ship Bottom. Aside from just traditional kites there were sport kite demos, bol kite races, buggy kites, fly your own kite, kite flying lessons, nighttime illuminated kite flying performances by the Barnegat Lighthouse, and so much more. Coordinators also held several kid-friendly events, such as kids’ kite making, a high fliers’ art market and the KiteFest Bazaar in Bayview Park, 68th Street in Brant Beach.

The annual LBI Fly Festival was originally started in 2015 and invited over 30 different professional and international kite flyers to show off an arrangement of colorful and beautifully designed kites. This year marked one of the biggest turnouts they’ve seen so far here on Long Beach Island.

“The kite festival is fun for all ages and for families.” said event coordinator Lisa Willoughby.

“It’s all very colorful and not what we were expecting exploring the Island,” stated Jack and Donna from Allentown, PA. The couple, who were vacationing on LBI, stumbled across the event entirely by chance and were soon amazed

by the magnitude of kites, their designs and the sheer beauty of it all.

“The event is very well run and worth coming down for,” said Fred and Donna Taylor, two professional kite enthusiasts from Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada. They enjoy kite flying whenever and wherever they can.

Both professional and amateur kite enthusiasts from all around the world came out to LBI to present their beautifully designed and custom kites. The event gave fliers and spectators alike the chance to meet with other kite enthusiasts.

The kite festival is an international venue, hosting kiters from as far as Canada, Germany, France, Tasmania and so many other places from all around the world.

Robert Brasinjton, a professional kite designer and enthusiast from Tasmania, was there showing of an arrangement of custom kites. Brasinjton has been designing and flying these kites for over 25 years. His passion originally started with surfing and skateboarding, surprisingly enough. It was the movement, fast pace, artist design and idea that soon got him into professional kiting. These enthusiasts love to show off their beautiful creations to spectators and can be found at venues all around the world.

Maria Gyllespie, who insisted she was an amateur kite flyer, took the chance to display her kite designs and personal style. She said she originally got her start making quilts and soon transferred her quilt making designs to kites.

She has been doing this for four years so far.

This year’s 3rd annual LBI Fly International Kite Festival had an amazing turnout. The beach was packed with people and kites alike. Kite flier and spectators are already geared up for next year.

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Senior Softball League Not Taking A Knee

The New Jersey Senior Softball Association.

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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – In response to football players taking a knee during the National Anthem, the New Jersey Senior Softball Association stood at attention during the Pledge of Allegiance before a game at Whispering Pines Park.

Committee Focuses On Substance Abuse Prevention

BRICK – The Brick Municipal Alliance Committee (BMAC) is a municipally supported, grant-funded organization whose mission is to provide substance abuse prevention programs and services for the community. It is a grassroots effort led by a group of volunteers representing organizations and key stakeholders empowered to initiate community-level change.

With funding provided by the Gover nor’s Cou ncil on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, along with sponsorships and donations, BMAC’s efforts will be focused on reducing prescription med-

ication misuse, par ticularly opiates, which is fueling the heroin crisis in our area. Chief Bergquist of the Brick Township Police Department summarized it best at the first BMAC meeting when he said “The police department is really good at arresting these people.

What we’re not so good at is turning off the f low of new users coming in, and I think that should be our focus.”

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Cardiology Associates of OCEAN COUNTY Providing Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care & Management of Both Coronary Heart Disease & Peripheral Vascular Disease

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Take Control Of Your Health OCEAN COUNTY – Would you like to spend less time in your doctor’s office and more time doing what you love? A recent national applied-research study reported by the National Council on Aging confirmed that people who participated in the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program called “Take Control of Your Health” reported improvement in general health, reduced social/role activities limitation, increased self-efficacy, increased physical activity, improved communication with physicians and reduced health care utilization.

The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program was developed by Stanford University. The program is designed for adults with chronic diseases such as arthritis, diabetes, depression, heart disease, high blood pressure, lung disease or other ongoing health conditions. It is designed to help people gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms while they gain confidence and skills to better manage their health.

Do you sometimes feel frustrated at not being able to do the things you used to do? Do you find friends and family don’t understand the changes that are going on in your life due to a medical condition?

Do you feel alone in your situation? You know that physical symptoms are not the only challenges of dealing with a chronic condition. Unlike most programs aimed at helping people with chronic illnesses, this program is led by people who also have chronic conditions and have a close understanding of the challenges involved.

Participants coming to the workshops already know a lot of the information that’s being taught. But the workshop is about motivating you to actually do it. You will practice decision making, goal setting, problem solving and action planning. The program also puts people with different conditions together, where you can share and learn from each other. People who have different illnesses often face similar prob-

lems—including depression, pain and how to communicate with doctors. What is often heard is “I don’t feel so alone anymore.”

The program encourages you to break down overwhelming challenges into little steps to better manage your condition. To that end, you will set one specific goal every week. Each goal you achieve gives a sense of accomplishment and control in your life.

It allows you to adapt to the changes in your life, and to enjoy improved health and a more positive attitude.

By participating in a “Take Control of Your Health” workshop, you are placing a greater focus on solving problems rather than focusing on your symptoms, therefore becoming an active manager of your health.

If you have a chronic condition or are caring for someone with a chronic condition and are 60 years or older, come and learn how the “Take Control of Your Health” workshop can provide a chance for you to meet new people, to help others by sharing what has worked for you and to fi nd new ways to address your health conditions in a mutually supportive setting.

The workshop is funded by a grant through Meals on Wheels of Ocean County and The Office of Senior Services. It consists of six weekly sessions offered in a variety of community-based settings throughout Ocean County. Class size is limited to 15 people to allow for interaction among the participants. Each class is 2½ hours long.

Attendees receive a book entitled “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions” & relaxation CD. Refreshments are served at each meeting.

Participants describe “Take Control of Your Health” as “life changing, fun and filled with information and support.” For more information or to register for a workshop, contact Staci at 609-698-1281 or Louanne at 732281-8391, or visit csimow.org/senior-support/take-control-health.

The B.E.A.T. Center

TOMS RIVER – The B.E.A.T. Center stands for Bringing Everyone All Together, and is a hub for community services that end the cycle of food insecurity. Located in Toms River, the B.E.A.T. Center is a partnership of the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, the People’s Pantry and the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Kitchen.

The site houses community organizations that provide a wide array of free services, providing assistance with food, housing, utilities, mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence, SNAP, health insurance, tax prep and job skills.

The center is located at 1769 Hooper Ave. For information, call 732-731-1400.

Job Search At County Connection

OCEAN COUNTY – Out of work and trying to find a new job? Visit the County Connection at the Ocean County Mall for its job search program, scheduled Mondays from 5:45 to 9:30 p.m.

Christine Karaska of Workforce New Jer-

sey will provide information and tips to job seekers. Sessions will focus on job search and resume skills.

For more information, visit co.ocean.nj.us/CountyConnectionCalendar.aspx.

Lakewood Writer’s Group Meetings

LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Writer’s Group is a great opportunity to share your projects and encourage one another. We welcome anyone who has a desire to write,

share, listen and give feedback. Upcoming meeting dates are July 19, August 16 and September 20 from 11 to 1 p.m. at the Lakewood Branch Library, 301 Lexington Ave.

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Fire Hydrant Flushing

BRICK – Fire Hydrant Flushing began on October 16 and continues throughout the month of November. Distribution system flushing is a normal water system maintenance exercise and will help in the effort to continue to provide the best quality water to customers.

During this time, the Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority will temporarily modify the disinfection process of water treatment from chloramine (combined) residuals to free chorine. Chlorine is commonly used in public water supplies as a disinfectant. As a result of the temporary change in chlorine type, customers may

experience a more noticeable chlorine taste and odor in their tap. In addition, they may experience low water pressure and some discoloration of water. This is normal and no cause for concern.

During flushing, Brick Utilities employees will be working along roadways. If you are driving in areas where flushing is taking place, please drive cautiously for the safety of yourself and other employees. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience while we complete this important annual maintenance program. If you have any questions, please call Brick Utilities at 732-458-7000, ext. 4226.

Home Alone For Thanksgiving Dinner

BRICK – Each year the Church of the Epiphany hosts a Thanksgiving Dinner for those who will be alone for the holiday. The dinner will be held on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23 at 1 p.m. in the Church at 615 Thiele Road. There is no fee for the dinner and all we require is a great big thank you. Our goal is to give as many people possible the opportunity to enjoy Thanksgiving in the company of others.

We know how difficult it is to sit at home on any holiday alone.

The Thanksgiving meal will also include prizes, games and giveaways. For more information or to make reservations, call the Church of the Epiphany at 732-458-0220.

We also deliver a dinner complete with all of the trimmings if our guests are unable to get out of the house. In the past we have worked with the Meals on Wheels program in Brick and delivered over 1,200 meals to the homebound in both Ocean and Monmouth Counties. This year, we would like to expand our services.

Lakewood Chamber Announces 2017 Citizens Of The Year LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce, which is celebrating its 100th year, has announced the recipients of the 2017 Citizen of the Year awards. The Honorees will be recognized at the annual 2017 Citizen of the Year awards reception on Thursday, November 9 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Eagle Ridge Golf Club, 2 Augusta Boulevard.

The 2017 Citizen of the Year Honorees are Mary Pat Angelini, CEO of Preferred Behavioral Health Group; Ian M. Goldman, Esq., founder of I.M. Goldman Legal Group, LLC.; Lakewood Township Municipal Man-

ager Thomas L. Henshaw; Hope Sheds Light and its co-founders Arvo Prima, Ronald R. Rosetto and Steven L. Willis and Joel Markel, founder and president of Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services.

Tickets cost $110 and include a premium open bar, buffet dinner and dessert. Kosher food is available upon request.

Sponsorships and advertising opportunities are available, ranging from $200 to $1,500.

For questions, tickets or sponsorships, contact Denise Esposito, Executive Assistant of the Lakewood Chamber, at 732-363-0012 or staff@mylakewoodchamber.com

Contact Ocean County Hunger Relief For Help OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County residents who are in need of emergency food assistance can place a food request into the Board of Social Services on Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. by calling: 732-349-1500 for Northern Ocean County and 609242-6100 for Southern Ocean County.

For emergency cases, call 732-505HELP. Ocean County Hunger Relief encourages clients in need of emergency food assistance to apply for “Food Stamps” (SNAPS) online at njhelps.org or calling 732-349-1500 and asking for the

“Food Stamps” department.

For all other assistance needs, call 2-1-1 (CONTACT).

Ocean County Hunger Relief does carry baby formula, diapers and wipes.

Call in advance to check availability or try: Birthright Northern Ocean County at 732-349-0154, Birthright Southern Ocea n Cou nt y at 609 - 660 - 0 484 or Open Door Pregnancy at 732-240-8043.

The Ocean Count y Hunger Relief main office is located at 21 Germania Road, Toms River.

Any further questions can be directed to ochrelief@yahoo.com.

Free Bread Fridays

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Family Success Center hosts a free bread pick-up day every Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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The bread is donated by Panera Bread.

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Celebrity Filled Superhero Superfest Comic-Con

TOMS RIVER – Press Communications, LLC will host their fi rst-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 creators 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.

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.

NJ State Library Cards NEW JERSEY – New Jersey residents can apply for bor rowi ng pr ivileges in person at the State Librar y, which is located at 185 West State Street in Trenton.

Residents must present: proof of New Jersey residency, such as a valid NJ driver’s license with photo or a current utility bill or lease for a NJ residence plus a photo ID. Librar y cards are issued to those 17 years of age or older.

The State Library borrower card will

e n able ca rd holde r s t o b or row f ive books from the librar y’s circulating collections and use the public PCs for onsite access to databases. Remote access is available to a suite of statewide databases via the JerseyClicks portal.

Bor rowed materials must be picked up i n p e r son at t he St at e Libr a r y, and ret ur ned directly to the librar y in person or by mail. However, the bor rower is still responsible for any mailed retur ns that are not received by the librar y.

Food, Clothing Donations Accepted

BRICK – The Orthodox Christian Church of the Annunciation, 360 Van Zile Road, maintains a food pantry and donations are always accepted. Place non-perishable food items in blue bin in the church.

Clothing donations are accepted on the last Sunday of each month. Place donations next to the food pantry bin.

For more information, call the church at 732-458-9032.

Interview And Resume Assistance Brick Presbyterian Church would like to Thank our men and women of the Military for their service. Join us on Sunday, November 12th for our Worship service at 10a.m. followed by a light lunch.

If you are interested in staying for lunch, please call 732-477-0676 and let us know.

TOMS RIVER – Get career assistance at the Ocean County Family Success Center. Come to get tips on preparing for an interview and how to make a more effective resume.

Contact Christina China at 732-557-5037

ext. 206 or Marcia Slekitis ext. 216 for more information.

The Ocean County Family Success Center is located at The Children’s Home Society of NJ, 1433 Hooper Avenue, Suite 121.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of november 4 - november 10

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Freedom, or so the song goes, is just another word for nothing left to lose. Your expression of outgoing friendliness in the week ahead might invite criticism. Focus on hard work and get a crucial project completed.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put your shoulder to the plow. You can make progress with anything that requires physical exertion or a sustained effort in the week ahead. Put romantic fantasies on the back burner and avoid making new commitments.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Someone could be serious when you are being frivolous. You risk causing offense unless you take each and every regulation and rule to heart. Don’t send out resumes or apply for a promotion in the week ahead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may wrestle with words and meanings. A tendency to put your foot in your mouth or to misinterpret what someone else says can cause misunderstandings. Avoid disputes by being super sincere in the week ahead.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You might be in the mood for love, but love might not be in the mood for you. It is possible you are preoccupied by romantic fantasies or get-rich-schemes. This is not a good week to put your farfetched ideas into action.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A passion for perfection is only matched by an obsession with accomplishment. Due to your singlemindedness you may underestimate the impact of misunderstandings this week. Treat loved ones with care.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In the week to come you may be challenged by relationship dynamics in the workplace. If friends trust you then an apology won’t be necessary if you accidently cross the line, but it would be prudent to make amends.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Avoid the crossfire. Steer clear of disagreements in the week ahead. You can only promise to complete only what is feasible. You are cognizant of your limits even if tempted to show off a bit too much in public.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Hold off on making major decisions or changes in the week ahead. Family matters could put your teeth on edge, but if you are understanding, patient and do your duty everything will turn out just fine in the end.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Mind your p’s and q’s as well as any other alphabet letters that come to mind. Bite your tongue rather than offering criticism or disapproval this week. You are smart enough to make an appropriate apology when needed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Hold that thought. Someone may try to rush you into making a decision or a purchase but it is in your best interests to wait. Keep your money safe and avoid making major financial commitments in the week to come.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may be lulled into a state of complacency as this week unfolds. You may have high ideals but could inadvertently clash with others. Guard your reputation fiercely and don’t act without careful forethought.

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NOTICE OF ELECTION LAKEWOOD TOWNSHIP OCEAN COUNTY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Fire Commissioners of Fire District No. 1, Township of Lakewood, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, shall hold a special election on November 7, 2017, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., or longer if necessary, at which time the following proposition is to be submitted to the legal voters of Fire District No. 1: 1)

To vote upon one (1) commissioner for a three (3) year term.

As a result of a tie at the annual February 18, 2017, fire district election between two (2) candidates, Denise Gregory and Larry S. Loigman, a run-off election is being held for the remaining time of a three (3) year term which shall terminate on the first Tuesday in March, 2020.

Said voting shall take place during the hours of the general election on that date and in conjunction with said election and the polling places shall be those designated for the general election. Fire District No. 1 comprises all election districts within the Township of Lakewood.

By authorization of the Board of Fire Commissioners of Fire District No. 1, Township of Lakewood, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:14-71 and N.J.S.A. 40A:14-72.

MEIR COHEN, SECRETARY Board of Fire Commissioners Fire District No. 1 Township of Lakewood

wolfgang puck’s kitchen Finding Fault With Fennel Isn’t An Option When You Taste This Delicious Dish

By Wolfgang Puck

I am often fascinated by the kinds of foods and flavors that some people may love while others refuse to eat them. We call such ingredients “acquired tastes,” because those who love them optimistically believe that, prepared properly and served under the right circumstances, anyone can develop a craving for them.

Not every taste, of course, can be acquired that way. I doubt, for example, that repeated exposure probably won’t win many converts to certain exceedingly smelly foods along the lines of Limburger cheese from northwestern Germany, or the Southeast Asian fruit called durian, which has an odor politely compared to dirty socks.

Other acquired tastes, however, are not only far less assertive but also pleasant and can easily win over converts simply through the right kind of introduction. Take fennel bulb, for example, which is at its peak of season right now and can be found in farmers’ market stalls and well-stock supermarkets alike.

Also known as Florence fennel or by the Italian finocchio, this vegetable is actually a member of the carrot family. But, rather than being slender and usually orange, white and pale-green fennel roots are bulbous, almost heart-shaped, and they’re distinguished by a flavor most people consider very similar to licorice.

And that’s where the challenge comes in. Most people think of licorice as a flavor for candy, and even that candy itself is an acquired taste. So why would you want to eat it as part of a savory preparation?

The answer is that, when properly cooked, fennel develops a satisfying, deeply savory sweetness as appealing as that of caramelized onions. And its sweet perfume, also found in another variety of fennel prized as an herb for its feathery green fronds, also found on fennel bulb, makes a wonderfully bright seasoning for certain light and savory ingredients like seafood or chicken.

For proof of that fact, I’d like to share one of my longtime favorite recipes for an impressive yet simple main course: roast rock cod with fennel and beurre blanc. Though it starts with a whole fresh fish (which you should ask your seafood shop or supermarket department to clean and scale for you), it’s surprisingly easy to prepare, and cooks in just around half an hour. But that’s enough time for the two fennel bulbs in the recipe to give the mild-tasting fish a wonderful aroma and flavor, while also forming a delicious vegetable side along with the potatoes, onions and tomatoes combined with it in the roasting pan.

The result is a dish that will have everyone you serve it to asking, “What is that beautiful, delicate flavor?” And you’ll have succeeded in gaining new fans for the easily acquired taste of fennel.

ROAST ROCK COD WITH FENNEL AND BEURRE BLANC Serves 4 to 6 1 whole rock cod, about 1 1/2 feet (46 cm) long, cleaned and scaled, or similarly sized whole fish such as snapper or black bass Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 5 medium fennel branches

2 fennel bulbs, trimmed and cut lengthwise into slices 1/2-inch (12-mm) thick, plus 1/2 fennel bulb, trimmed and finely chopped 4 fingerling potatoes, cut into slices 1/2-inch (12-mm) thick 2 medium yellow onions, cut into slices 1/2-inch (12-mm) thick 4 medium-sized tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges Pinch crushed red pepper flakes Extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) dry white wine or water 3 shallots, finely chopped 2 tablespoons Pernod or anisette 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature 1/2 lemon, juiced 2 lemons, cut into halves or wedges, for garnish Fresh Italian parsley sprigs Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C).

With a sharp knife, cut an incision 1-inch (2.5-cm) deep all along the length of the fish on both sides of the backbone. Perpendicular to those incisions, cut incisions 1/2-inch (12-mm) deep into the flesh at 1-inch (2.5-cm) intervals. Season the fish all over, including the incisions and cavity, with salt and pepper. Put 4 fennel branches in the body cavity.

Spread 2 of the sliced fennel bulbs, plus the potatoes, onions and tomatoes, on a rimmed metal baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Drizzle generously with olive oil. Place the fish on top, body cavity down and backbone up, and drizzle generously with more olive oil. Pour half of the wine or water over the fish and vegetables.

Place the baking sheet on top of the stove over two burners set to medium-high heat. As soon as the liquid in the baking sheet starts to steam, carefully transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven.

Roast the fish, basting it occasionally with the juices from the pan, until its flesh easily separates from the bone when an incision is probed with the side of the basting spoon, 20 to 25 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium-high heat, heat about 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the shallots and chopped fennel bulb, and saute, stirring frequently, until translucent but not browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Carefully add the Pernod, which may flare up as its alcohol burns, and then pour in the remaining white wine or water and stir. Scrape to deglaze the pan deposits. Simmer briskly until the liquid has reduced to about 1/4 cup (60 mL), about 10 minutes.

Whisking continuously, add the butter to the pan 1 or 2 pieces at a time until it melts, forming a thick, creamy sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper and stir in the lemon juice. Pour the sauce through a fine strainer held over another saucepan, and press down on the solids with the back of a wooden spoon to extract all the liquid. Finely chop the fronds of the remaining fennel branch, stir all but 1 tablespoon into the sauce, and adjust the seasonings to taste. Keep warm over low heat.

Use a pair of large spatulas to transfer the fish to a serving platter. Arrange the roasted vegetables around the fish and drizzle with 1 or 2 spoonfuls of the sauce. Garnish with lemons and parsley, drizzle the fish with a little more olive oil, and serve, passing the sauce separately.

(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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