Vol. 13 - No. 30
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THE TOMS RIVER
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Veterans Honored During Annual Service
Community News! Don’t miss what’s happening in your town. Pages 10-17.
Government Page 8.
Dear Pharmacist The Secret Nutrient That Helps Graves’ Disease
Page 19.
Inside The Law
–Photo by Bob Vosseller Retired Lt. Col. Michael J Dean, left, is introduced as the keynote speaker by Seaside Heights American Legion Post 351 Commander William P. Kevish during a Veterans Day ceremony held at the post on the morning of Nov. 11.
Dr. Izzy’s Sound News
5 Medical Factors That Could Lead To Hearing Loss
Page 18.
Business Directory Page 24.
Classifieds Page 25. Page 26.
Wolfgang Puck It’s Not Too Soon To Start Talking Turkey For Thanksgiving
Page 31.
Horoscope Page 31.
By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS – For decades, former and current U.S. service personnel have been honored on Veterans Day thanks to the membership of the Seaside Heights American Legion Post 351. This year was no exception. While Superstorm Sandy caused severe damage to the Post five years ago, which resulted in the ceremony being held in a small area of the back of the building, that did not stop more than 50 people from coming out for the service to pay tribute to those who have defended the nation with their service on Nov. 11. (Veterans - See Page 6)
Toms River Wants More Open Space
Page 22.
Fun Page
| November 18, 2017
-Photo by Chris Lundy Multi-home developments in the northern section of town have been cited as a reason the town needs more open space.
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - Toms River had a question on the ballot asking people if they wanted more open space. The answer was unsurprisingly “yes.” Residents have been complaining lately of additional residential development, particularly in the northern section of town. The exact phrasing of the question was: “Should the Township of Toms River acquire and preserve an additional 250 acres of open space throughout the township over the next five years for recreation and conservation purposes and to limit further high-density development?” This question was overwhelmingly passed 17,949 votes to 3,852. That (Open - See Page 2)
Dems Win 3 of 4 Council Spots By Chris Lundy TOMS R IVER – Only one incumbent will retain their seat after the Nov. 7 election. All of the incumbents were Republicans, being challenged by Democrats. Incumbent Maria Maruca, Ward 1, bested Anthony Colucci 3,202 votes to 2,917. However, the other three wards fell to Democrats. In Ward 2, newcomer Daniel (Council - See Page 2)
Performing Arts School Funding Begins By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Although ground hasn’t been broken for the upcoming Performing Arts Academy, officials have laid the groundwork for its funding. The Ocean County Freeholders passed the second reading of an ordi-
nance that would create a $27 million bond to pay for the school. Freeholder John Bartlett said the county will float the bond for the construction, and pay $8 million of its total cost. However, the funding will come from other sources as well. The state of New Jersey will be paying 40 percent
of the project, or $10.6 million. The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation has pledged $8 million. “We could not have made this happen without the generosity of the Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation,” Bartlett said. “With the help of the foundation and the state, we
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can afford the $8 million from the freeholders for the construction of the building.” The 60,000-square-foot building is expected to open in 2019. It will be located on the campus of Ocean County College. (Funding- See Page 5)
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