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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 fi rst team. Andrade was a second-team All-GSAC choice.

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Doug Jenson, a Central Regional graduate

Facing Cost Increase, Central Changes Insurance

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The Central Regional School District was quoted a double digit insurance increase for 2018, so officials said they are switching plans that will bring less of an increase.

Central had been with the School Employee Health Benefit Plan since 2009, business administrator Kevin O’Shea said. That plan announced a 13 percent increase for 2018.

The writing was on the wall since the spring, he said, when a financial review of the plan revealed a very low amount in reserves. Additionally, large districts like Newark and

Central Releases Violence And Vandalism Report

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The Central Regional School District announced there were 12 instances of violence and vandalism reported between the months of January and June.

There was one instance of violence, one vandalism, four weapons charges, and three substance abuse issues, according to the report. There were 10 cases of harassment, intimidation, and bullying investigated. Of these, three were determined to be cases that warranted further measures. This report includes both schools.

The police were notified twice. The incidents resulted in one in-school suspension and three out-of-school suspensions.

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79th Halloween Parade Haunts Downtown Toms River

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By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Halloween is a little bit different in Toms River Township.

You don’t trick or treat on Oct. 31; that is done the day before. In this community, you enjoy the largest Halloween Parade in the state and the second largest in the world.

Without fail, the Toms River Fire Company No. 1’s 79th annual Halloween Parade prowled the street on Halloween night with an estimated crowd of 6,000 participants and as many as 10,000 parade watchers.

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College:

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 third-team all-region and a third-team allGSAC 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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Parade:

Continued From Page 1 Before the parade stepped off, however, hundreds of people were busy registering at the Toms River Fire Company firehouse from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There was no registration fee but donations to the fire company were welcomed.

The parade is so popular that people start to line up their spectator spots as early as 12 hours prior.

Resident Jill Anderson of Park Street is one such person. She was putting out her chair on Main Street around 12:30 p.m.

“I was surprised to find this spot not taken. I moved here in 1996 and I remember when people would put out their chairs along Main and Washington streets two days before the parade. The township didn’t approve of that and threatened to confiscate the chairs if they found them there that early. I think it’s great including the high school kids that are out there now painting the businesses’ windows,” Anderson said, referring to the annual program that involved students painting Halloween murals on downtown buildings.

At the same time, Kevin Bradshaw was preparing his family viewing spot across the street. “I usually do this much earlier.

I’ve been coming here since I was a kid.

Now I have a 5-month-old of my own. I’ll be here with my wife, in-laws and my new daughter. It is the one time out of the year that everyone comes out together to celebrate. It is nice that we all come together as a community.”

A little further down the street, Dana Simone was also staking out her spot. “This is actually my second spot as my family is one of three families that come together for this. We’ll have 12 adults and eight kids.

The kids will be dressed up in costume. I grew up in Toms River and I live a block away. We love the festivities, the spirit and it gets bigger and better each year. My kids love the steam train each year.”

Simone’s husband Gary is a first lieutenant in the Toms River Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 and arranges the bands that participate in the parade.

The familiar parade route started at the Toms River Shopping Centre on the corner of Rt. 37 and Rt. 166 (Main Street). Marchers, walkers and floats traveled down Main Street turning left onto Washington Street, ending at the corner of Washington Street and Hooper Avenue.

Decorated vehicles, costumed pets (in-

The Berkeley Times, November 4, 2017, Page 5 cluding a pig), floats and various costumed groups and individuals made the annual event as popular as ever. The best family pet category was a new division for judging this year. Pets walked on a leash and those who got a ride in a float were part of the fun.

Johanna Padluck of Holiday City Carefree in Toms River enjoyed her first Halloween Parade at the age of 90. She joined her daughter Dianne and friend Eda Matela of Cherry Hill.

“We’ve heard so much about this parade.

This looks great. Mom even has her special magic wand and tiara,” Dianne Padluck said.

The fire company’s nonprofit parade is a tradition that began on Oct. 31, 1919 with a group of township veterans who served in World War I. Approximately 500 participants marched in it. A block party followed the parade and was held along Robbins and Water streets. The fun included dancing, children’s games, cider and donuts. Decades later during the 1950s, the party portion of it relocated to a parking lot, on grounds that are now the Toms River Municipal Building on Washington Street.

Even long standing traditions have some gaps. The parade was suspended during the 1930s due to lack of funds, and once again in the 1940s during World War II because of labor shortages and blackout rules – but it recovered. Five years ago the impact of Superstorm Sandy prevented the event from taking place.

A wide variety of marching bands, decorated cars, floats, plus the usual ghosts, goblins and creepy characters strolled down through Toms River.

One of the unique features of this year’s parade was a best float category representing the theme of the book “Station Eleven,” which Toms River Regional School students read as part of a grant awarded by the National Endowment of the Arts (NEW) Big Read Program.

“Station Eleven,” written by Emily St. John Mandel, concerns a post-apocalyptic world where a flu pandemic wipes out the population and a traveling symphony forms, putting on Shakespeare plays to keep the arts and humanities alive for the remaining survivors. Costumes reflecting post-apocalyptic worlds, Shakespeare, emergency preparedness, traveling symphonies, and the book’s connection to Superstorm Sandy were all encouraged.

For a full listing of the winners of the night’s parade visit trfc1.org/halloween. html

Free Veterans’ Benefits Guide Available In Town Hall

BAYVILLE – Berkeley Township is home to one of the largest veteran populations in the State of New Jersey.

Many veterans may not be aware of certain benefits, entitlements and services they may be entitled to in exchange for their service. The New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs assembled a guide that is full of this valuable information.

The New Jersey Veterans’ Benefits

Guide is still available at Town Hall, 627 Pinewald Keswick Road, and via a link on the township’s website. Veterans are encouraged to visit berkeleytownship.org or pick up a copy in Town Hall.

Mayor Carmen Amato is extremely grateful for all Military Service Personnel and Veterans who have served the country and wants to make sure every veteran is aware of and receiving the benefits and services they deserve.

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Insurance:

Continued From Page 1 Elizabeth had opted out. These were seen as red flags that the rates would go up to make up for these issues. Officials asked their broker, Conner Strong & Buckelew, to shop for better rates.

They received a better rate from Horizon. It would still be an increase, but not as much of

one. The Horizon plan’s increase would be approximately 6 percent, better than the proposed SEHBP increase of 13 percent.

The SEHBP cost for 2018 was projected to be $4.9 million. The Horizon offer was $4.6 million. Since Horizon also has a less expensive plan option for employees, there could be further savings.

All of the doctors that employees use now are

in the new plan, O’Shea said.

“Medical coverage for our employees is a major cost factor in our budget as it represents the second largest budget item behind salaries.

Our employees currently pay anywhere from 3.5 percent to 35 percent of their healthcare costs,” he said. “Currently most employees at Central Regional have a plan that offers a $15 co-pay for regular doctor visits and a $25 co-pay for

specialist visits.”

During the most recent Board of Education meeting, the district’s New Jersey Education Association representative, Mike Mannion, asked the school officials to remedy the “adverse effects” that some of the employees would experience.

There were about 16 employees that would have issues, and they will be addressed, O’Shea said.

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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 com-

mon 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 ef-

for 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 potentially delay the onset of Alzheimer’s include getting regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, social interaction, quality sleep, mental stimulation such as learning 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 important to build a support 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 s u p p o r t o u t t h e r e fo r 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 suffering receive care from family member s, f r iend s, a nd other unpaid caregivers because insurance does not provide the needed care.” officials said. “It is important that caregivers realize it is okay to ask for help,”

Some steps that can help make a caregiver’s job less difficult include developing contingency plans for emergencies and obstacles.

In addition, keeping insurance cards and medication lists accessible and updated can be of help in times of sudden trips to the hospital.

The Ocean County Office of Senior Services offers assistance with things such as Caregiver Resource packets, home delivered meals, day care and homehealth aide assistance.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s is not a normal part of ag i ng. T he g reatest known risk factor is increasing age, and the majority of people with Alzheimer’s are 65 and older.

But Alzheimer’s is not

MacArthur Helps Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Manage Opioid Prescribing NEW JERSEY – Republican Chair of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, Rep. Tom MacArthur (R-NJ), Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) and Democrat Chair of the Bipartisan 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 days. The legislation would not preempt state law in states 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.

“Drug addiction has impacted so many families in New Jersey and in many communities across the country,” said

MacArthur. “For far too many Americans, this addiction is starting not on the streets, but in the medicine cabinet. This legislation will ensure that prescribers limit the initial supply of addictive opioids in order to prevent prescription drug abuse

and combat the opioid epidemic.

The drug crisis is too big for any of us to fight on our own. We need everyone – federal and local government, members of our communities, and medical professionals working together to overcome this epidemic.”

just a disease of old age.

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 important to educate and raise awareness that this disease can effect both young and old,” officials said. “In Ocean County, which is home to more than 170,000 seniors, we want to make sure our residents know resources are available to them. Not just during the month of November but every day.”

For more infor mation on available resou rces in Ocean Cou nt y, visit c o.o c e a n .n j.u s/O C/ S e niorServices/ or call 732929-2091.

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In the 10/21 story about the extended stay hotel in South Toms River, it was reported that it was to be built on the former landfill property, but that was incorrect.

In the Gridiron Gossip story from October, Matt Castronuova was incorrectly referred to as Mike Castronuova. We regret the errors.

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SOUTH TOMS RIVER – The South Toms River Police Department has created a service to the residents of South Toms River, “The Safe Exchange Zone.”

This zone has been set up as a courtesy to and for the protection of South Toms River residents involved in making custodial exchanges involving their children as well as being involved in conducting in-person transactions with service sites such as Craigslist or eBay. The department does not endorse any service and only provide this area as an added layer of safety for South Toms River residents involved in online commerce and to help protect residents from becoming victims of scams, frauds, or thefts.

Two parking spaces have been dedicated to this initiative, clearly marked a sign and is under constant 24-hour video surveillance. South Toms River Police Officers will not intervene as witnesses, negotiators, or brokers. South Toms River Police Officers and civilian staff members are not permitted to provide legal advice or become involved in civil matters resulting from disputes over payment, quality, etc.

The South Toms River Police Department will not be used to make illegal transactions of narcotics, dangerous or deadly weapons or any other dangerous materials.

The department is located at 19 Double Trouble Road.

Fire Company Has Clothing Drop Off Bin PINE BEACH – The Pine Beach Volunteer Fire Company now has a used clothing drop off bin.

The bin is located in the parking lot behind the building at 525 Prospect Ave. Items accepted include all clothing, shoes, sneakers, belts, purses, blankets,

sheets, pillowcases, drapes and stuffed toys.

Donations will not be cut up or shredded.

No rags, fabric scraps, toys or household goods will be accepted.

Donations should be put in plastic bags to keep them clean and dry.

Manitou Seeks Volunteers

BERKELEY – The Manitou Park Volunteer Fire Company Station 18 is seeking volunteers.

Those interested can stop by the station

Mondays or Fridays at 7 p.m. The station is located at 110 3rd Ave. For more information, call 732-341-5950 or visit mpfc18.com.

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SEASIDE PARK – The Tri-Boro First Aid Squad hosts Zumba at its location at 61 J St. every Monday night.

The class is taught by a Tri-Boro EMT. The cost is $5 per person to attend.

For more information, call the squad’s nonemergency line at 732-830-3236.

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Berkeley Launches “See Something – Say Something” Campaign

BERKELEY – Berkeley Mayor Carmen F. Amato, Jr. and Police Chief Karin DiMichele recently announced a new “See Something – Say Something” campaign.

“It’s important to remind residents that if they see something suspicious they should report it to the police immediately.” Amato said.

The local campaign will consist of signs placed throughout the town, postings on billboards, websites and social media, followed by a Nixle notification.

“Berkeley Township is 42 square miles with 42,000 residents. Every resident can assist by being the eyes and ears of our

Fire Company Requests Donations

BAYVILLE – Bayville Volunteer Fire Company is 100 percent volunteer. Community members can help the company by making tax deductible donations to the fire company.

Donations can be sent to the fire house at Bayville Fire Company, 645 Atlantic City Blvd., Bayville, NJ 08721.

Residents can also donate through the company’s PayPal account at bit.ly/2yORQ7c.

Hydrant Flushing Through Nov. 10 BERKELEY – Berkeley Township Municipal Utilities Authority will be flushing hydrants through Nov. 10 between 8 p.m. and midnight.

There may be low water pressure and some discoloration of the water. The MUA apologizes for any inconvenience.

The MUA is located at 42 Station Road.

For more information, call 732-237-0100.

Support Group For Survivors Of Suicide Loss BEACHWOOD – Forever In Our Hearts, an organization to support those who have lost ones to suicide, is holding monthly meetings the 2nd Saturday of each month at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 130 Cable Ave. Meeting time is 1 p.m. For complete information, visit our page at facebook.com/ ForeverNRHearts or call 732-269-3236.

Pull To The Right SEASIDE PARK – The Tri-Boro First Aid Squad, located at 61 J Street, wants to remind drivers of what to do when an emergency vehicle approaches.

When an emergency vehicle is approaching a vehicle from behind, don’t be alarmed or panic, just pull the vehicle over as far to the right side of the road as possible and stop. Never stop in the middle of the road, pull into the center lane or into oncoming traffic. When there is an approaching emergency vehicle, remember: pull to the right for sirens and lights.

community. So if you see something, say something. I want to thank Councilman James J. Byrnes for suggesting we begin to promote the campaign,” Mayor Amato said.

“I have seen this program in other parts of the State. I communicated the idea to Mayor Amato and Chief DiMichele and they immediately embraced it. I want to

thank them both for pushing this ahead,” Councilman Byrnes said.

“This will be in addition to the Berkeley Township Police Department ‘Tip Line.’ It should be noted that the tip line has proved positive, as concerned citizens have alerted police which has led to multiple investigations and arrests,” Chief DiMichele said.

Residents can report suspicious activity by calling 732-341-6600 or 911 and either leave their name and address, or report the activity anonymously if they feel more comfortable doing so.

The township’s “Tip Line” can be accessed by calling 732-341-1132, ext. 611 or via email at detective@btpdnj.org.

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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.

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Ocean Ride OCEAN COUNTY – The Department of Transportation Services county transit system, Ocean Ride, includes two major services, the Reserve-A-Ride Program and local bus routes.

Reserve-A-Ride provides door-to-door, non-emergency medical transportation service to seniors ages 60 and older, and person with disabilities.

This service is offered by advanced registration basis primarily to destinations within Ocean County. Registration is required.

To register, call 732-736-8989, and in Southern Ocean, call 877-929-2082.

Holiday Heights Recreation Trips BERKELEY – “Roy and Conway” is on February 16, 2018, a fabulous show/lunch at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse featuring the timeless music of Roy Orbison and Conway Twitty for $88 per person, including bus, lunch, show, dessert buffet and taxes/tips.

Christmas Spectacular is on December 14 and features a twilight dinner at the famous Captain’s Inn followed by a concert at Ocean County College by the captivating Vienna Boys’ Choir. Cost is $98 per person and includes bus trip, 5-course dinner, concert, taxes and tips. Bus leaves from the Clubhouse at 96 Prince Charles Drive at 2 p.m.

Tickets are on sale every Thursday from 9 to 10 a.m. Checks only, no refunds. Call Linda at 732-341-4072 for more information.

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Berkeley Schools Observe National Bus Safety Week

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Did you ever wonder what was responsible for the “light show” you see when you rub your eyes with your lids closed? These “phosphenes” result from electrical impulses to the brain’s visual cortex. Normally, these impulses are associated with light entering the eye. However, in the case of phosphenes, they are caused by an application of pressure upon the sensitive retina, which causes signals to be sent through the optic nerve to the visual cortex. The brain then interprets the signals as the flashes of color and the light we see. Owing to the fact that the visual cortex may also be stimulated by a blow to the head, cartoonists have traditionally had their characters “seeing stars” after being hit.

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P.S. While seeing flashes of light is not usually a concern and can be explained by one of the reasons mentioned above, a sudden increase of flashes or spots might be a sign of a detached retina, which is a medical emergency.

BERKELEY – All four schools in Berkeley Township School District observed National Bus Safety Week from October 16 to 20. Letters, posters and banners from our students were displayed at an appreciation breakfast for our transportation staff. Our district promotes bus safety this week and all weeks of the school year.

Beachwood Library Hosts Jewelry Sale BEACHWOOD –Friends of the Beachwood Branch, 126 Beachwood Blvd., will host their annual Jewelry Sale from noon to 4 p.m. on Friday, November 17.

Do your holiday shopping early. Find a gently used piece of jewelry or a holiday ornament for a friend, family member, or your child’s teacher.

All proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Beachwood Branch. No registration is required but additional information can be found online at theoceancountylibrary.org or by calling 732-244-4573.

Pay Property Taxes Online BERKELEY – Berkeley residents can pay property taxes online.

Vi s i t w i p p i i . e d m u n d s a s s o c . c o m / Wipp1506 to pay property taxes. Taxpayers will need their block, lot and qualifier numbers or a tax account ID. E-Check and credit card payments can only be made via the Internet.

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MORRISTOWN – Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) has a new manager of Emergency Preparedness, a role that acts as a liaison between federal, state and local emergency preparedness organizations.

Kimberly S. Contos, a graduate of Ramapo College of New Jersey who joined the company in 2007 as a supervisor of customer accounting, will take on the role and oversee JCP&L’s preparedness initiatives, helping to ensure a prompt and effective response to emergency events, including weather-related damage.

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

“Kim has served as a team leader during JCP&L storm events and is an experienced supervisor with a background in managing regulatory and reliability commitments,” said Mark Jones, Vice President of Operations for JCP&L. “Her abilities in storm response, planning, management, and relationship building will strengthen our emergency preparedness organization.”

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

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Free Smoke Alarms Help Local Senior Citizens Breathe Easy

By Sara Grillo LAKEWOOD – Almost 200 senior citizens living in Ocean County can breathe easier this fall thanks to a partnership between the Catholic Charities’ Fix It Program and the American Red Cross New Jersey Region, as the two groups plan to install over 300 smoke alarms at no cost to seniors.

“Working smoke alarms reduce home fire deaths by 50%,” said Kristee Lauro, Disaster Program Manager of the American Red Cross New Jersey Region. “We are pleased to work with Catholic Charities as our partners with the Home Fire Campaign to help make New Jersey families safer.”

Only 60 percent of the 190 homes benefiting from the campaign had a working smoke alarm, said Fix It Program Volunteer Supervisor John McCrone, adding, “The installations will significantly improve fire safety for our clients, who are typically older than 70 and lack mobility.”

The Fix It Program gets regular requests from

people who need help replacing their smoke alarm batteries. The alarms being provided by the American Red Cross use 10-year batteries, which will significantly reduce the amount of service calls for battery changes and allow Fix It volunteers to focus on other types of assistance.

Since Fix Its’ partnership with the American Red Cross in May of last year, over 600 smoke alarms have been installed. One recent installation was somewhat unexpected. Fix It volunteer Fred Bahr visited the home of a woman who had recently fallen and broken her hip. She asked that a grab bar be installed, but when Fred checked her smoke alarms, he noticed the batteries had expired and decided to replace them too.

“This is a routine practice of Fix It volunteers,” said McCrone. “Noticing her batteries had expired, he replaced the alarms with those from the American Red Cross. This couldn’t be a better story about how our two organizations are collaborating to serve those most in need.”

Drum Playing “Pound” Classes

BARNEGAT – The Township of Ocean Recreation is offering pound classes on Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Community Center, 239 11th Street.

Unleash your inner rock star with this cardio jam session inspired by the infections, energizing and sweat-dripping fun of playing

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All ages are welcome. The instructor will have some sticks for people to try the class.

Please bring a mat or towel to sit on.

Cost is $5 per class, pay as you go.

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All-Care Physical Therapy Competes For Ocean Of Love

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Owners of All-Care Michael and Jim Yorke pass a check to Ocean of Love representative Jim Dougherty at an employee appreciation event.

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.

Please call 1-855-3ALLCARE for more information.

Master Gardeners Offering Community Programs

OCEAN COUNTY – The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County are offering Community Garden educational and network programs for Ocean County Community Gardens.

Get growing: Want more information on starting or maintaining a Community Garden in your neighborhood, school, adult commu-

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Get connected: Are you interested in networking with other community gardens in Ocean County?

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Bayville First Aid Bus Trip

BAYVILLE – Join Bayville First Aid Squad for a bus trip to the Tropicana Casino with the proceeds supporting the squad’s daily operations in providing emergency first aid to the community. Trip will be on Sunday, November

12. Cost is $25, which includes round trip bus transportation and a $25 voucher. Bus will leave the Berkeley Recreation parking upper lot at 9 a.m. and return at 5 p.m. Call Pat at 732-575-2625 to reserve a seat.

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BERKELEY – Berkeley Township residents and those in surrounding communities can access the NJ Sex Offender Internet Registry.

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. 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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By Chris Lundy BEACHWOOD – Police said a verbal altercation turned physical, resulting in a man slicing a teenaged girl’s face with a scalpel.

The incident occurred at about 3 p.m. on Oct. 22 on Beachwood Boulevard, near the intersection with Route 9, police said.

Anthony Chalen, 22, of Beachwood was charged with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose.

The 17-year-old victim was in a vehicle with two other passengers when an argument occurred between the vehicle’s occupants and Chalen, police said. The two parties did not know each other previously, and it is unknown what started

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Chalen allegedly cut the girl on the side of the face with a medical grade scalpel and then ran off. People from her vehicle chased him and confronted him. The female allegedly assaulted Chalen, then went to Community Medical Center.

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Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Detective Allen Magory at 732-286-6000, ext. 191.

Ocean County Park And Off Leash Dog Facility

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Park & Off Leash Dog Facility is located in Lakewood at 659 Ocean Ave. Ocean County Park was originally part of financier John D. Rockefeller’s vacation estate.

Mature white pine, hemlock, and other unique specimen trees were imported by Rockefeller from all over the country. Tennis courts, open

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Warm weather isn’t the only time to enjoy this park. Transformed to a lovely and silent winter wonderland after a snowfall, it’s a great site for cross-country skiing.

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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

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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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Holiday City South Women’s Club Trip Schedule

BERKELEY – Holiday City South Women’s Club will take the following trips this year: November 29: Longwood Gardens. $77 per person includes bus trip, garden tour and show, and lunch at Mendenhall Inn.

December 13: Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre in PA presents “The Miracle of Christmas. Includes bus trip, Shady Maple Smorgasbord and show tickets for $112 per person. Leaves at 8 a.m.

For more infor mation, please call Alice Patrizio at 732-286-2751.

Report A Pothole

BERKELEY – Residents can report any potholes by filling out a form online at the Berkeley Township website. Due to the harsh winter season, the weather creates numerous potholes throughout the Township’s 271

miles of Roads. The Public Works Department is asking residents’ help to let that department know where these trouble spots are.

Go to twp.berkeley.nj.us and scroll down to “report a pothole.”

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Beachwood Resident Welcomes Home 2nd Assistance Dog

–Photo courtesy Canine Companions for Independence Kimberly Bratnik and her assistance dog Gretel III with dad Dennis and mom Louise.

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By Sara Grillo BEACHWOOD – This is not a story about Hansel and Gretel. But it is a story about Kim and Gretel III, a twoyear-old black lab specially trained by Canine Companions for Independence.

The national nonprofit has been matching assistance dogs with children, adults and veterans with disabilities since 1975. Gretel III was recently matched with Beachwood resident Kim Bratnik, and the then-pair completed Canine Companion’s Team Training Class, an intense two-week course held in Medford, New York, where they learned to work together during daily lectures, exams, practice and public outings.

Now back in Beachwood, Gretel III responds to over 40 commands, such as turning light switches on and off,

opening closed doors and picking up objects Kim may have dropped.

Gretel’s most important job, however, is constant companionship for Kim. Gretel III is Kim’s second assistance dog, as her first dog Orson passed away last year after nine loving years of companionship.

Kim hopes to form the same special bond with her new assistance dog.

“Gretel is a very special dog and I hope to have many wonderful years with her,” said Kim. Canine Companions for Independence has six regional training centers across the country. There is no charge for receiving an assistance dog, training or ongoing follow up services. For more information, visit cci.org or call 1-800572-BARK.

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent

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Home To Share - To share in Holiday City Silverton. $600 monthly.

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PT Weekend CNA/CHHA - The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’s / CHHA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living Unit and Skilled Nursing units. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further! Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month.

Special weekend rates available for weekend commitment positions.

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

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Garage Sale Garage Sale - Household items.

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

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

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

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

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(47) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) The Goddard School on Route 70 in Toms River - Is hiring for multiple full time and part time positions! We provide a warm, loving environment for children ages from 6 weeks to 6 years. We are looking for fun, energetic teachers. Must be available Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:30am-6pm.

Looking to hire immediately. Salary based on experience. Benefits include Paid time off, 401K, and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about our available positions or to set up an interview call 732363-5530 or email your resume to dtomsriver2nj2@goddardschools.com.

Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/Servers AM and PM shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9.00/hr.

Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (49) Work At Home - Calling property managers. Need computer and laptop.

9:30 am to 12 or 1 - 4 pm. Salary and bonus. Call 908-489-3412.

(46) Sales/Marketing - Part time Jackson office. Hours 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 1-800-361-9881.

(46) Auto Firm - Seeks part time office help. Computer skills a must, quickbooks and phone skills a plus. Call 609-242-9700.

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

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

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

Now Hiring Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@comcast.net or msangelabove@comcast.net. 732-7664425, 201-259-0734. Ask for Mel. (51)

Services

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See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-5003063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n)

Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors. Very neat.

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

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

Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) 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.

(46) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling.

Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732505-8000 today. . (t/n) We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Lic #13VH05930800.

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

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

(47) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400.

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

(47) Transfers To DVD Or Flashdrive Your tapes, films, slides converted safely, promptly and affordably in my home studio. Tom 732-671-6591. Ask about free pickup and delivery.

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Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (t/n)

All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting - Painting, kitchens, bath, basements, etc. Remodeled, flooring, carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters, etc. “Any to do list.” No job too big or small, we do it all. $ave - Veterans discount. Call Clark 732-850-5060. (t/n)

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cluding a child’s version of a George Washington costume.

“I made them in a year’s time from fabric provided by the organization. It is adding to the fun,” she said.

Members of the Lacey Rotary Club once again assisted with food preparation which is a role they held for years during Lacey Day. This year, however, the local Rotarians did not have –Photo by Bob Vosseller to work the grill. InMembers of the Barnegat-based Pine Barren RC Modelers stead they distributed Club show off their airplane replicas at a booth during Apple hundreds of premade Fest/Lacey Day on Sept. 30. sandwiches that were donated by various businesses in the community.

By Bob Vosseller LACEY – Two of the township’s biggest public Interact Club members, the youth segment of the events of the year are Lacey Day, usually held in Rotary Club, featured a table manned by Sierra August, and September’s Apple Festival. This Reilly, Stephanie Cucinello and Hailey Carskaddyear, those events merged seamlessly into one an. The high school students were selling apple mega Macintosh-sized program and the turnout slices with caramel topping as a fundraiser for their group. went beyond expectations.

The apple pie contest featured 14 adult entries “Lacey Day and the Apple Festival are two long-standing and proud traditions in Lacey and 24 youth entries, 17 of which were from Township. It just made sense to combine the high school students, according to Cassandra events and transition them into the fall season Shank, a Lacey High School student and instead of the heat of August,” Township Mayor member of the National Honor Society.

Resident Mike Adamski has served as a Peter Curatolo said.

Township Clerk/Business Administrator Ve- judge for the contest for over 15 years. He ronica Laureigh agreed, saying a strong factor said he was up for the task again this year and in combining the two traditional events was the didn’t find it daunting at all.

“It is an acquired skill to judge these pies,” “extreme heat” felt during Lacey Day. The new date also drew more volunteers to support the fellow judge Karl Metz said with a laugh.

The event featured some special guest visjoint activity.

Curatolo added, “There is no shortage of volun- itors, including Lieutenant Governor Kim teers that bring these events to such a high level Guadagno, Freeholder Director Joseph Vicari each year. Some of those that merit mention are and two World War II veterans, Joseph Mitour Recreation Department, the Historical So- tlesdorf, 94, USMC and Pete Dayvoge, 92, ciety, the Police Department and Fire and First U.S. Army. The veterans were noted during Aid squads too. Committeeman Tim McDonald the opening ceremonies of the event.

Mayor Curatolo and members of the townhelped coordinate the event in his role as liaison ship committee joined Guadagno and Vicari to our Recreation Department.”

“We’re hoping for about 2,000 people today. It on stage welcoming the attendees present. looks like we have quite a crowd,” Township Rec- Curatolo said, “I’d be remiss if I did not thank reation Director Jim Wioland said early in the day. our business community, which donates The event retained the festive fall flavor of the thousands of dollars worth of time and food Apple Festival within the large space of Gille products so our families can enjoy the day at Park where Lacey Day is held. The Apple Festi- no charge.”

Curatolo noted that Walmart was a new val is traditionally held behind the Forked River Firehouse and Lacey Historical Society Museum sponsor with a number of local businesses that helped make the festival a success. off Route 9.

The event also allowed for the showcasing Lacey Historical Society President Eleanor Ditton said gathering more volunteers to coordinate of many township organizations such as its the Apple Festival was a factor but was happy to Chamber of Commerce, Republican and see so many turn out for the day’s event. She was Democratic clubs, school district organizaalso pleased that the tradition of showcasing the tions and many more. Various vendors and township businesses were also present. township’s history was still in place.

“What makes me most proud as mayor is to Antoinette Kozlowski, a former Lacey resident who now lives in nearby Beachwood said, “I feel see the broad participation we see throughout (combining the two events) will make it more the town at every major event whether it be fun.” She brought along her three daughters who, Fourth of July Fireworks, Lacey Fest or the along with friends, donned colonial era attire Municipal Alliance 5K,” Curatolo said.

“Our people are what make Lacey a great provided by the Lacey Historical Society for a photo in front of a special backdrop created by place to live, work and recreate,” Curatolo said. The mayor added that next year this members and set up for the occasion.

Historical Society member Pat Perrini, a former event “will officially be re-branded to Lacey seamstress in town, made the special outfits in- Fest so as to honor the history of both events.”

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Volunteers Go Door-ToDoor To Fight Drug Abuse

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – Thousands of volunteers in New Jersey delivered door hangers containing information about opioid abuse prevention to thousands of homes for the second annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day. The event took place on Friday, Oct. 6. In Brick, volunteers spread out to deliver the door hangars, along with a bag to be used for the disposal of unused prescription medication that could be brought to a drop box at the police station.

Opioids are medications that relieve pain, and in 2016, some 2.75 million prescriptions were prescribed for them in New Jersey, according to statistics provided by Partnership for a Dr ugFree New Jersey. Nearly half of young people who inject heroin abused prescription opioids before they started using heroin.

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

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

Purdy had taken Vicodin to help with pai n result i ng f rom k id ney stones.

When she gave birth, the hospital tested her meconium for opiates since she had a history of drug abuse, so the Division of Youth Ser vices got involved and Purdy was only allowed to have supervised visits with her newborn.

“That was my rock-bottom, but it was also my saving grace because I went to an inpatient treatment center for 31 days, and then I had intense outpatient treatment, and I have been clean ever since,” she said.

Purdy became involved in BM AC (Brick Municipal Anti-Drug Coalition) after attending a substance abuse forum in Toms River last year and was seated behind Brick Mayor John G. Ducey.

“I tapped him on the shoulder and asked him if I could have a meeting with him, that I’d like to get involved with community awareness and share my knowledge and experience,” Purdy said from Lake Riviera, where she was distributing the door hangers.

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

“They gave me a position in BMAC, which meets once a month,” P u rdy said. “I told Andrea about Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day, and she asked me to organize the day for BMAC.”

About 15 volunteers fanned out and distributed some 1,500 hangers and bags to neighborhoods in Lake Riviera, Baywood, Sawmill, Maple Leaf and Birchwood Park.

Purdy said that if you suspect that you r ch i ld is u si ng he roi n , or a ny drug, including alcohol (which is also a gateway drug, and a “big red f lag” for opioid abuse, she said), the f irst thing you should do is purchase an overthe-counter 12-panel drug test from a pharmacy.

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

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

“It’s very important to stop being an enabler. The addict needs an emotionally supportive family. Don’t give them money. Don’t drive them to their drug dealer’s house,” she said.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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–Photos by Sherri McGhie Carolyn Slade Harden performing “For Once In My Life.” duties, Harden said her role will also

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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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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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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