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Mnuchin, Ivanka Trump, MacArthur Promise Simpler Tax Code
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin and Ivanka Trump, advisor to the President, made a stop in Bayville on Nov. 13 to promote the tax bills that are currently moving through the House and Senate. They spoke of general goals of the Republican tax plan in a discussion that was about an hour long. Rep. Tom MacArthur (R-3rd) hosted the two at an invitation-only talk at the Bayville Volunteer Fire Company. “We need a simpler, fairer system for our country,” he said. It needs to go from a “high-rate, high-loophole system to a lowrate, low-loophole system.” He asked a rhetorical question to the (Tax Code - See Page 4)
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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Veterans Day parade, which was scheduled to march through downtown Toms River , was called off on account of rain. Certainly, soldiers who had seen combat and been deployed into hostile situations have dealt with worse than rain, but it was really more about the children coming out to the event, officials said. Bob Larned, the chairman of the Toms River Township Veterans Commission, said that there were veterans ready to march. And those who have trouble marching are transported on vehicles through the parade. (Parade - See Page 5)
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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The Bayville Volunteer Fire Company hosted a tax discussion by Rep. Tom MacArthur (R-3rd), Secretary of the Treasury Steve Mnuchin, and Ivanka Trump on Nov. 13, but how did they get there? The event was invite only, but who got the invites? A spokeswoman with MacArthur’s office said that the White House chose the location and sent out the invites. Local and elected officials were allotted a number, and they chose who was on the guest list. MacArthur referred to towns like Berkeley as “the heart and soul of this great state.” At one point, when discussing how many senior (D.C. - See Page 5)
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Soccer Star Joins ShopRite To Make Holiday Meal Donation To Fulfill
By Jennifer Peacock MONMOUTH COUNTY – The goal was to assist families in need. A local athlete made that happen Nov. 9. Ocean County native and soccer star Christie Pearce Rampone, with her daughters Reece and Rylie, helped deliver 2,000 turkeys and 2,000 pounds of fresh produce from ShopRite to Fulfill, formerly the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. “I’m really excited to be here today to help ShopRite provide good, nutritious food to our neighbors in need, and I’m thankful for partners like Fulfill food bank and the great work they do to help feed people and fight food insecurity in Ocean and Monmouth counties,” Pearce Rampone said. ShopRite makes donations to local food banks each year, having delivered 60 tons of turkeys to food banks in six states where
the store operates. Peace Rampone’s delivery was the last stop on the delivery route for donations. “Fighting hunger in the community is at the heart of ShopRite’s charitable giving, and ShopRite’s annual donation of 60 tons of turkeys to food banks means that thousands of families in need will have the opportunity to sit down to a traditional Thanksgiving dinner,” Christine Magyarits, ShopRite’s Community Relations Manager, said. Rampone, a four-time Olympian and gold medalist, served as captain of the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team, the longest serving from 2008-2015. She is the only member to be part of two Women’s World Cup Championship teams in 1999 and 2015. She’s also a four-time Olympian and gold medalist.
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do. The plans still have a lot of criticism, from both sides of the aisle. He took this time to speak of his support on the House version of the bill, even though it is not everything he wanted. “If I waited to vote ‘yes’ for a perfect bill, I’d never vote,” he said. Mnuchin said he expected both the House and Senate versions to pass. After that, the lawmakers need to hammer out the
Continued From Page 1 audience, to see how many of them have lawyers working for them to find loopholes to get out of paying taxes. MacArthur said that if a family makes less than $24,000, they won’t have to fill out a lot of forms, just one small card. However, there is a lot of work still left to
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strengths and weaknesses of both bills to get a consensus. “The code has become so complex,” Ivanka Trump said. “Simplifications ultimately democratizes the tax code.” How Families Will Be Affected Ivanka Trump touted the plan as one that helps middle class families, such as a move to increase the income that one can claim
while still receiving a child credit. Of note is the expansion of child tax credits and credits for non-child dependents, such as elderly family members living with you, she said. The last time the tax code had a significant overhaul was 31 years ago, she said. Today, there are more people in two-income households, out of necessity. (Tax Code - See Page 7)
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Continued From Page 1 “There were a number of seniors who showed up. Some were ready to go regardless of the weather,” he said. There were definitely people upset that the parade was cancelled. The issue really came back to the school system. There were seven school bands scheduled to perform and about 1,000 children that were going to be bused over to see the parade, he said. The health and safety of the kids was the most important thing “and we couldn’t ask them to sit out in the rain for an hour,” he said. The school involvement is why the parade was held on a Monday rather than on Saturday, which was actually Veterans Day, he
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Continued From Page 1 citizens are in his district, he said the crowd was “a pretty good picture of what our district is all about.” Gov. Chris Christie also said that this was the “heart of New Jersey...where people come to work and raise families.” Antonio Nieves, president of the Bayville Volunteer Fire Company, said the Mayor’s office contacted him to see if the hall was available. “After that, everything fell into place.” The company was very excited to host these players on the national and international stages, he said. The Bayville Fire Company flag was part of the backdrop behind the guest speakers, in full view of the cameras that would broadcast that image worldwide. Sheriff Michael Mastronardy said the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department had
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The Berkeley Times, November 25, 2017, Page 5 added. They can provide the busing on a Monday easier than on a Saturday. “It makes a big difference, having the children there,” he said. Hopefully, it’s a learning experience for them. Sadly, if the school doesn’t send children, there aren’t too many people who will turn out for the parade, said Mike Schaffer, commander of the American Legion Post 129. “If we knew that 10,000 people would be out there, it would’ve been handled differently,” he said. Both Schaffer and Larned said that the township and the governing body has been very good to the veterans community. The date of the New Jersey Education Association’s convention was changed so that it wound up close to Veterans Day, Mayor Thomas Kelaher said. This made it harder
their bomb-sniffing dogs patrolling the building, and were supporting efforts headed by Berkeley’s Chief Karin DiMichele. Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato did not respond to requests for comment by press time.
to coordinate the date. Schools had an entire week off, since the Thursday and Friday that was off for the teachers’ convention fell right after the Tuesday that was off for election day. “It’s not the best idea because it’s a weekday. The weekend would be less traffic,” Kelaher said. The township tried to have a smaller event inside in response to the rain, he said. He wound up hosting a group of JROTC students. Toms River Superintendent David Healy said the district was not involved in the organization of the parade, but that the students and teachers are very active participants. “It’s something we all look forward to
every year,” he said. There’s an educational value to the students participating in the parade. They learn about the sacrifices that veterans made and learn to appreciate their service, he said. In the past, veterans have asked him about why the school doesn’t close on Veterans Day. When he explained that the children take part in the parade and learn about veterans, they appreciate it more. “It’s the best way to celebrate (Veterans Day) because they actively participate, rather than sit home on a holiday,” he said. Veterans Day will be on a Sunday next year, so the parade will likely be on Monday the 12th in 2018, he said. After 2018, Nov. 11 will fall on weekdays until 2023 (because of a leap year).
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL Tax Discussion Wasn’t Discussed With Public There was a tax discussion held in Berkeley Township on Nov. 13, between Rep. Tom MacArthur (R-3rd), Secretary of the Treasury St eve M nuch i n , a nd Ivanka Trump. The event was a great oppor tunity for local residents to hear more about the thought processes behind the GOP’s tax plan. However, they really didn’t hear our thought processes. As guests filed into the building, they were asked to fill out a card if they had any questions. However, only one question from the public was asked, about how the tax plan would affect small businesses. This is a great question, but there were probably a lot more great ques-
t ion s t hat d id n’t get asked. T h is was a mostly Republican crowd. It w a s n’t l i ke M a cA rthur’s town hall a few months ago where the public ripped into him. In Berkeley, there were local mayors and elected officials in the f ront rows, and they had questions, too. And t he que st ion s wou ld have been asked in a respectable way. The crowd, who had arrived as early as 8:30 a.m. for a 10:30 a.m. hour-long event, did not have a chance to really express themselves. They really deserved to have had their voices heard. The discussion should have gone two ways. Otherwise, it’s a lecture.
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Letters To The Editor Support Needed For The Capital To The Coast Trail
Fifteen years ago an idea was born to create a multipurpose trail that would traverse the state from the beautiful beachfront of Manasquan to Trenton, our state capital. The first section of the proposed trail would go through Manasquan, Wall Township, Howell Township, Jackson Township, Freehold Township, Millstone, Roosevelt and Upper Freehold. This concept was presented to the mayors of the communities, the Monmouth County Freeholders, planning board members, town administrators and other interested parties. After much discussion, the 46 members at the original meeting all agreed that this concept was worth investigation. The goal established at this meeting was to create a recreational greenway to link our towns to existing open spaces and parkland in partnership with State, County and local governments, conservation and community groups. The Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Monmouth County Parks Commission, the Monmouth County Planning Board and the communities the trail would go through passed resolutions in support of the trail. The trail starts on the beautiful Manasquan oceanfront beach and moves on to Wall Township by Orchard Park, with a bypass to the Municipal Complex and
sports complex at Wall. The bike, walk, or jog through to have higher medical bills Letters To The Editor trail continues on through Allenwood, by the State owned Spring Meadow Golf Course, into Allaire State Park, which is one of the most beautiful historic state parks with historic Allaire Village. The trail continues on to Howell Township passing the athletic complex in Howell through heavily forested lands leading to the Manasquan Reservoir. The Reservoir contains woods and wetlands, a five-mile multipurpose trail around the Reservoir, fishing and boating areas, a visitor’s center and an Environmental Center. This multiple purpose trail, which is part of the Capital to the Coast Trail, accommodates thousands of bikers, joggers, walkers and equestrians every year. The trail then moves on to Freehold Township where it passes through Turkey Swamp Park, a County park. Here you will find boating activities and the Turkey Swamp Park Family Campground. From there the trail heads to Millstone where one will pass through beautiful farmlands. A future spur is in the planning stages to the Monmouth Battlegrounds Park. The trail then moves on to Perrineville Lake Park where one can enjoy the beautiful lake and countryside. From Perrineville Lake Park the trail moves on to the historic town of Roosevelt where you may visit the Roosevelt’s Little White House, a State Historic site built in 1932. Onward to the 6,300Assunpink Water Management Area where you may
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untouched wilderness. From there you will bike on to the Assunpink State Wildlife Management Area. This trail will then go into Mercer County and on to Trenton, our State Capital. This trail, when completed, will be the second longest multiple purpose trail in the state of New Jersey. The trail will go through seven Monmouth County municipalities, many community parks, three county parks, one state park and two state wildlife management areas. The planned route will have approximately 85 percent off-road trails in Monmouth County. Since the conception of the trail, seven communities in Monmouth and Mercer Counties have received over $3.5 million for the construction of this trail. During the fifteen years since the concept of a multipurpose trail was born, we have gone through normal procedures to obtain financial support for the trail either through direct financial support or to receive funding through grants for construction of the trail. H o w e v e r, w e w e r e n o t successful. Therefore, we are asking the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders for financial support and to apply for state and federal grants to complete the trail. When the trail is completed, it will be the most beautiful multipurpose trail in New Jersey. It will be a quality-of-life amenity that is meaningful for all ages. It will provide intrinsic environmental, aesthetic and recreational benefits to our citizens and to our cities and towns for many generations to come. Fred E. Lockenmeyer, Facilitator Friends of the Capital to the Coast Trail Manasquan
Why Do I Vote Republican? I am wondering why I vote for Republicans for Congress. I have been retired for 30 years and I do itemize my deductions on my 1040. Now I and all seniors that itemize stand to lose the state, local and now medical deductions. We seniors are more likely
even after coverage of some by Medicare. Now this is the main reason for my tirade. Why doesn’t congress reduce the increased taxation on our Social Security benefits? Former Democrat Senator Bradley’s vote increased that tax from 35 percent to 85 percent and after his term was over he left New Jersey, because even he could not afford the taxes to live here? Did you seniors forget that little item? I contacted Congressman MacArthur and his office listened to my lament, but on the other hand Congressman Chris Smith, also Republican, did not want to listen because I was not in his legislative district. So much for taxation with representation! Bill McPhail Toms River
A Letter For Congressman MacArthur I am contacting you because you have been an enabler of the horrendous gun killing that is going on in our country. You are a definite friend of the NRA and hence have voted to allow assault weapons to be sold to the public as well as repealing Obama’s law of background checks for mentally ill people to purchase guns. Because of this, so many innocent people have died. You have their blood on your hands, so I know the NRA is certainly more important to you than the lives of these innocents. About this new “tax cut.” You are among the rich that this tax plan greatly benefits. As for us, the middle class, we do not benefit. It is like giving us a dollar discount while the rich get a one million dollar tax break. Also, I thought you Republicans were “fiscally conservative.” Where is the money going to come from to enable this “tax cut” to go through? I greatly fear that it will be funded by future cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. I, for one, and many others will remember where you stand and will vote accordingly in the future. Rosemary Doherty Berkeley
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Continued From Page 4 “The world is very different today, and we need a tax code that reflects that,” she said. “The credits that remain intact are the credits that help families.” “I’m in a position that is far more fortunate than most,” Trump said. Child care is the single largest expense for half the country, geographically. “It’s not sustainable. Having more money in their pocket, parents will know how to spend it.” The middle class would see a cut, Mnuchin said. However, those earning more than $1 million would see an increase. “We ran hundreds of examples” of people of differing income levels, “to make sure people get real tax cuts,” he said. How Businesses Will Be Affected Mnuchin said this administration’s goal is creating growth and bringing jobs back to America. There are too many loopholes that allow corporations to keep their income offshore. The tax code would incentivize bringing this money back home. The plan is that providing cuts to businesses, from small businesses to corporations, would work its way down to the owners growing their companies and reinvesting in them, he said. This would increase the gross domestic product and absorb the extra debt that’s in the bill. Critics of the tax plan have noted $1.5 trillion in extra debt that the current plans would create. MacArthur chose to ask one question from “Maryann in North Beach,” asking how the plan would affect a mom and pop shop. Mnuchin said most small stores like that are called “pass-throughs” and there will be “the lowest rate on pass-throughs since the 1930s.” Small businesses would be able to write off 100 percent of expenses. “They do a lot better job with that money than the federal government,” he said. Sever-
The Berkeley Times, November 25, 2017, Page 7 al in the audience agreed out loud with him. “When you think the future is bright, you hire more people,” MacArthur added. Local Politicians Sound Off Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato opened the event, welcoming the crowd and introducing the first speaker, Gov. Chris Christie. “America can’t be a strong leader around the world without a strong economy at home,” Christie said. After the event, Lacey Mayor Peter Curatolo, a Republican, said he supports the tax plan. “When you incentivize business, and increase deductions, businesses will grow, people will keep more of what they earn and they will reinvest into their homes, local economies and family future,” he said. “I think any time a member of the First Family, along with the United States Secretary of the Treasury, and our Congressman come to the local level and address residents from Lacey Township and the surrounding area, then that is emblematic that they care about us and they want to tell us about the work that they are doing and how their decisions and input with this tax plan in particular will benefit all of us moving forward,” he said. Before the event started, Councilman James Byrnes, a Republican, hoped his questions would be answered but they were not. He said his ward will be hit hard from the proposed tax plan. There are a lot of people who have their second homes in the waterfront sections of his town, and they would see increases. “It will kill the boating industry, too.” He said he was surprised that the tax plan carried with it an increase of $1.5 trillion in debt. “There’s a huge debt we will never pay off,” he said. Protesters At The Gate The event was by invitation only. Therefore, a majority of the audience was made up of
Republican politicians, or their friends and families. MacArthur, who has stood before angry crowds at town halls he’s held, had a different crowd here. He only read one question from an attendee. One man tried to gain entrance, and when he was not on the list, yelled out “I want to be represented here! It’s not fair!” Before being asked to leave, he yelled into the room “Are there any Democrats here? Raise your hand if you’re a Democrat.” No one answered, but there was at least one. Marianne Clemente, the head of the Barnegat Democrats, had managed to secure a seat inside. At the end of the presentation, she spoke aloud that she wanted to ask a question. No questions were allowed from the public, and so she shouted out that the tax plan doesn’t help everyone. A few dozen protesters were outside in the soggy weather holding signs. They were mostly from the New Jersey Organizing Project, an advocacy group that started after Superstorm Sandy to address issues there but have since branched out to other missions. They held signs asking MacArthur to vote
against the tax bill. “More than 1 in 4 New Jersey residents would face a tax hike while the wealthiest catch the biggest break once the plan is fully implemented,” their literature stated. Among the issues is SALT: the House’s plan to eliminate the ability to deduct state and local income taxes and sales taxes. (The all-Republican Ocean County Freeholders have also said they don’t want this eliminated.) Another issue is that the House version of the bill eliminates the deduction for people who spend more than 10 percent of their income on health expenses. They were also protesting the removal of the House’s student loan deduction, the deduction on losses from disasters, and the deduction for teachers buying supplies out of pocket. There was another protester standing in the parking lot handing out documents from the LaRouche Political Action Committee attacking F.B.I. Director Robert Mueller, showing a picture of Mueller side by side with the burning Twin Towers after the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, and urging people to go online to find out more.
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Winter Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
PINE BEACH – Pine Beach will have winter horse-drawn carriage rides Dec. 15. The Pine Beach Municipal Alliance is sponsoring scenic horse drawn carriage rides with reservations start at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $20 for adults and $15 for children under 12 years old, prepaid in advance.
Boarding will be at The Pine Beach Chapel, located at the corner of Hunting and Hillside avenues. Registration will be on a first come basis and the deadline is Dec. 9. Registration forms can be found pinebeach borough.us.
South Toms River EMS Elections
SOUTH TOMS RIVER – South Toms River EMS released its election results for its 2018 officers and board. The results were: Chief, Robert Krohn; Deputy Chief, Glenn Lees; Captain, Joseph Vanderveen; First Lieutenant, Chris Applegate Jr.; Second Lieutenant, Nicole
Eckert. President, Crystal Lees; Vice President, Elaine Earle; Secretary, Brendan Halpin; Treasurer, Joseph Russo; Trustee, Ryan Trapp; Previously elected Trustees, one year remaining in term, Mike Parks; and two years remaining in term , Peter Earle.
Senior Holiday Breakfast
PINE BEACH – The Pine Beach Municipal Alliance will hold a senior holiday breakfast 9:30 a.m. to noon Dec. 8 at the Pine Beach Yacht Club, corner of Riverside Drive and Midland Avenue.
Children from the Pine Beach Elementary School Chorus will entertain with holiday carols. The cost is $7 per person. To register, visit pinebeachborough.us.
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BERKELEY – Berkeley Township will hold its annual Christmas tree lighting 6 p.m. Dec. 2 at Veterans Park. There will be a visit from
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5K Run For A Cure
Friday December 8th 6-9pm • Saturday December 9th 2-5pm Forked River Baptist Church • 21 Haines St., Lanoka Harbor Take a walk through the streets of ancient Bethlehem on the Night Jesus was born. See live animals. Explore an unforgettable market place where you can learn how things were done in those days. Visit individual shops, learn how to write in Hebrew, dye material, sample foods, and much more! You will meet Roman officials such as the census taker, tax collector, and soldiers. Talk with a Rabbi and his wife in their home. Interact with Joseph and Mary as they tell of their long journey and tend to the new born King. You will want to make this a yearly tradition for your family and friends!
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–Photo courtesy Beachwood Fire Department BEACHWOOD – Beachwood Fire Department Lt. Mark Rutkowski ran in the The Susan G. Komen “Race For A Cure” at Six Flags Great Adventure in honor and memory of Auxiliary Members and department family members the department lost or who are fighting breast cancer. Rutkowski also ran in memory of his grandmother and for his mother who is a breast cancer survivor. He paid this tribute by running the entire event in full turnout gear and wearing an air pack. That’s approximately 50 pounds of equipment for those not familiar with the gear.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
BERKELEY – The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive 2–7 p.m. Nov. 27 at the Berkeley branch of the Ocean County Library, 30 Station Road in Bayville. During this holiday season, the public should consider making a blood donation if they are a healthy adult of any age. It’ll take
about a hour to donate blood. Though walkins are possible, appointments are preferred. To make an appointment for this blood drive, contact the branch by phone or in person, 732-269-2144. Or the American Red Cross at 800-RED CROS or redcross blood.org.
Pet Pics With Santa
BAYVILLE – Relay for Life Berkeley/Lacey is hosting Pet Pics with Santa from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 3 at VFW Post 9503, 383 Veterans Blvd. Pets can get their pictures taken with Santa. The cost is $10 per photo, $5 for email photos.
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–Photo courtesy Pine Beach Police Department Pine Beach Police had Coffee with a Cop recently. PINE BEACH – The Pine Beach Police had a blast at their first Coffee with a Cop. They all enjoyed talking and hanging out with a bunch of Pine Beach residents and their children (but most of all, eating donuts.). It was great to answer questions and hear concerns from the people who see and hear it all. The police hope to encourage more towns-
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Manitou Park Volunteer Fire Company Elections
BERKELEY – Manitou Park Volunteer Fire Company had its 2018 officer elections. The 2018 officers are: Chief Joseph J. Jubert; Assistant Chief William Roberts; Captains Steve Heaney and Glenn Lees; Lieutenants Will Jubert and Chris Applegate; and Engineer Dan Decross.
Others positions include: President Joe Jubert; Vice President Steve Holmes; Secretary Joe Vanderveen; Treasurer Pat Piccoli; Trustees (two-year term) Brian Corvinus and John Risk; Trustee (one-year unexpired term) Ray Holmes; LOSAP (twoyear term) Eugene Enfield; and LOSAP (one-year unexpired term) Dan Decross III.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Ring in the New Year with an amazing fireworks show that can be watched from anywhere on the boardwalk. The fireworks start 5 p.m. December 31 at the boardwalk.
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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – A Cigar Day/Night will be held as a fundraiser for the family of Sgt. Alison Wray from noon to 10 p.m. on Dec. 4 at Havana Cigar Lounge, 739 Atlantic City Boulevard (Route 9) in Beachwood. Wray passed away unexpectedly of a stroke
on Nov. 3, leaving behind a fiance, two children and two stepchildren. Tickets are $40, and 100 percent of the proceeds will go to Wray’s family. Included in that price is four cigars and food. The event will last all day, and people are welcome to come at any time. Additional gift raffles will be available.
Crash Investigation On Double Trouble Road
BEACHWOOD – Beachwood Police Patrolman Dennis Allen was on patrol when he observed a flash of light and heard what he believed to be a transformer explosion near Double Trouble Road Nov. 3. Allen began to check the area and located a crash involving a single vehicle, dump truck, into a utility pole. The driver, 45-year0-old male from Toms River, left the roadway and struck a utility pole before coming to rest in the woods adjacent to the Garden State Parkway.
Allen along with other Beachwood Officers called for emergency services to the scene. The driver was treated by the Bayville First Aid Squad and MONOC Paramedics at the scene. The driver was transported to Community Medical Center where he was treated and released. The events leading up to the crash are still under investigation by Traffic Safety Officer Dennis Allen who is assisted by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department.
Donations Needed For Winter Months
OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Hunger Relief is collecting children’s clothes, coats, and shoes sizes infant to teen, book bags, and lunch boxes for needy children in Ocean County. There is a desperate need because the organization almost never has these items. Especially needed are baby items such as diapers, wipes, shampoo, baby wash, etc. The children receiving the donations are either very poor or homeless.
Senior League Wins Playoffs BERKELEY – The Yellowbirds of Berkeley over 55 fall softball league won the league playoffs. The team, made up of players from Ocean and Monmouth counties, and led by John Dowling and assistant manager John Wieczerak, won the league playoffs 6-2, 2-5, and 17-14 in the finals (game 3 of best of 3 series). They were able to squeak by the overall regular season champs diamond dogs led by bob linn.
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Ocean County Historical Society to Host NJ Folk Music History Program
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Historical Society will host New Jersey author Michael Gabriele on Dec. 3, 2 p.m. for a program on his book “New Jersey Folk Revival Music – History and Tradition,” which is published by The History Press. The book—190 pages with over 80 photos— provides a narrative on the evolution, traditions and history of folk revival music in the Garden State. The story begins in the colonial days of tavern revelers and fiddle players in the 1700s and moves to the magical acoustic sounds heard throughout New Jersey’s Pine Barrens; to the advent of the “Guitar Mania” phenomenon in the mid-1800s; to monumental recordings made by Woody Guthrie, the Carter Family, Paul Robeson, Jimmie Rodgers and Cecil Sharp at the Victor studios in Camden during the early 1900s; to inspirational concert performances by legendary artists Joan Baez, Pete Seeger and Bob Dylan; to the development and growth of music festivals and organizations throughout the state; to the rise of bluegrass and new grass traditions; to the achievements of world-class New Jersey musicians. Sammy Giberson, the wayfaring fiddler from
the mid-1800s, the Pinehawkers and their performance at the 1941 National Folk Festival, the Albert brother’s “homeplace” cabin in the Waretown woods, and the exploits of musician and author Merce Ridgway Jr. are included among the tales from the Pine Barrens Folk revival music is a “living history” that builds upon time-honored traditions. The book documents the Garden State’s vast contributions to this musical genre and examines the effects of folk revival music on local history and culture, as well as how it has changed lives—those on stage and those in the audience. This is Gabriele’s third book on Garden State history published by The History Press. A lifelong New Jersey resident, he’s a 1975 graduate of Montclair State University and has worked as a journalist and freelance writer for four decades. He’s a member of the executive board of the Nutley Historical Society and serves on the advisory board of the Clifton Arts Center. The Ocean County Historical Society is located at 26 Hadley Ave., Toms River. Call 732-341-1880 for additional information, or visit the organization’s website at oceancounty history.org.
Register For Winter And Spring Classes At Ocean County College
TOMS RIVER – It’s not too early to think about registering for winter and spring classes at Ocean County College! If you’ve been thinking about attending college, now’s the time to get started. Choose from a variety of schedules. Apply today and take that first step to getting a college education. 3-WEEK WINTER TERM: Register Nov. 14 to Dec. 22 (classes run 1/2-1/18). 15-WEEK SPRING SEMESTER: Register Nov. 14 to Jan. 14 (classes run 1/22-5/14). 7½-WEEK SPRING ACCELERATED TERMS: 1st Accelerated Term: Register Nov. 13 to Jan. 26 (classes run 1/22-3/15). 2nd Accelerated Term: Register Nov. 13 to March 30 (classes run 3/26-5/14). 10-WEEK SPRING QUICK TERM (Schedules available Jan. 3). Register Jan. 9 to March 7 (classes run 2/27-5/14).
Evening and weekend classes are held on the OCC Main Campus in Toms River, at the OCC Southern Education Center in Manahawkin, and at off-campus locations throughout Ocean County. Online classes are also available. Register early for the best selection of classes! Applications are being accepted. Course schedules can be viewed online at ocean.edu. New students must register in person. For some courses, students may be required to take the College Placement Test. New full-time students must complete orientation prior to registering. For information, visit the Registration & Records Office, Administration Building, (Bldg. #1), Main Campus, College Drive, or call 732255-0304. (Call the Southern Education Center in Manahawkin at 609-978-2077.) Visit our website at ocean.edu.
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Hospice Volunteers Needed
OCEAN COUNTY– Is it time for you to give back or pay forward the blessings you have received? Compassionate Care Hospice is looking for volunteers interested in taking a special journey. Hospice is about living your life with quality and dignity. You would be joining a team of professionals who, with your help, can make this happen. You can sit with a patient, read to them, or give respite to an over-exhausted caregiver. We also have
office work available that can make you feel like part of the team. There are training classes provided before you get started. By joining this team you will surely be making a difference. For more information, please call Kathleen O’Connell at 732-608-3965 or email kathleen.oconnell@cchnet.net. Visit the website to learn more at cchnet.net. One thing is for sure – you will get back so much more than you give.
Welcome To OHI
OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Federally-Qualified Health Center (FQHC) based in Ocean County. OHI provides high quality, accessible and affordable family health care to the area’s residents regardless of insurance at our five Health Center locations in Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor, Toms River, Manahawkin and Manchester; with two School Based Wellness Programs in the Lakewood High School and
Clifton Avenue Elementary School, Lakewood. They accept Medicaid, Medicare and most commercial insurances. A sliding fee scale is available to all patients based on an individual’s ability to pay for the primary and preventative health care services rendered. Their board certified and bi-lingual staff welcomes patients from all walks of life, beginning at birth through their senior years. Contact them at 732-363-6655.
New Year’s Eve Dance
BERKELEY – Holiday Height’s Recreation will hold a New Year’s Eve dance at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 31. Dinner is served at 7 p.m. The cost is $49 per person. Buffet will be catered by Blue Collar Caterers. Entertain-
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A Brief Introduction to Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) By: Olivia Santamaria, DPT, Whiting Location Physical Therapist
WHAT IS SOFT TISSUE? The term “Soft tissue” refers to the fascia (connective tissue), muscles, tendons, and ligaments that make up the body. Injuries to these areas are a common cause of pain and dysfunction that causes patients to seek the assistance of a physical or occupational therapist. There are a variety of techniques used to treat these conditions, including exercise, modalities, and manual therapies. Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) is one of the manual techniques a physical or occupational therapist can use to treat these injuries.
WHAT INJURIES ARE MOST COMMONLY TREATED WITH IASTM? The different shapes and edges of the tools allow the clinician to use them around all of the different contours of the body, which make them useful for most conditions seen in the clinic. These tools can be used to break down scar tissue after surgery, decrease pain caused
WHAT IS IASTM, AND WHY IS IT USED? When soft tissue injuries occur, the natural processes of the body lay down new cells to heal the injury. These cells are often laid down in a disorganized pattern and they can bind to the underlying tissues, ultimately restricting the mobility of these structures. Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization involves the use of tools to mobilize the soft tissue structures of the body. These tools come in many shapes and sizes, and are made of a variety of materials, such as stainless steel, plastic, jade, (Reinold & Religioso) and ceramic. While the tools may differ in shape and material, they share the common purpose of assisting the clinician with mobilizing the injured soft tissue in order to reduce adhesions (scar tissue), increase blood flow to the injured area, and encourage healing of the damaged tissue.
redness, heat sensation, and sometimes bruising are normal immediately following treatment, and there may be some soreness or discomfort. It is important to not be alarmed by these (Portland physical therapy) symptoms, and recognize that these are temporary symptoms being closely monitored by your therapist. After several treatments, there should be a noticeable change in mobility and function. IASTM, combined with your exercise program, can help you return to your normal daily activities and hobbies. OLIVIA SANTAMARIA, DPT
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by sprains and strains to ligaments and muscles, reduce swelling/edema, and alleviate nerve restrictions. Common conditions that warrant use of IASTM treatment are joint replacements, Rotator cuff tears and surgical repairs, plantar fasciitis, muscle strains, and tendonitis. WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT? Your physical or occupational therapist will evaluate you at your initial visit to determine if your condition warrants the use of IASTM. This will not be the primary treatment, but rather one technique your therapist uses to assist in your recovery. The technique itself involves the clinician using the tool in a scraping motion along the surface of the skin. In order to “re-start” the healing process, your therapist is causing a micro-trauma to the injured area to encourage the body to heal itself. Therefore, temporary
Olivia graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health and a Minor in Gerontology from The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey in 2012. She continued her education at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ in Newark, where she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2015. While in graduate school, Olivia and her fellow colleagues conducted a study entitled “For individuals with lower extremity musculoskeletal injuries, do off-the- shelf video games, compared to standard of care, improve balance, function, and patient satisfaction?” The abstract was accepted and Olivia presented the poster at the National Combined Section Meeting in 2015. Since graduating in 2015, Olivia’s primary professional focus has been in the orthopedic outpatient setting, although she has also worked and completed clinical experiences in both acute care and acute rehabilitation. Olivia is a certified LSVT Big clinician, and she has been trained in Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization. Olivia is interested in non-operative and operative orthopedic conditions, sports rehabilitation, balance and gait dysfunction, and manual therapy. Her future professional plans include becoming a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist.
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A significant percentage of the motor vehicles that travel though our community are either uninsured or underinsured. To protect against the harms and losses caused by uninsured or underinsured motorists, automobile insurance companies are obligated by law to provide uninsured motorist (UM) coverage to those motorists who purchase Standard policies. Although underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage is not mandatory, typically they are sold hand-in-hand with UM endorsements and are found in virtually all Standard automobile insurance policies in New Jersey. As the name suggests, UM /UIM coverage is that element of an insured’s own policy of insurance under which he or his family may be compensated for injuries and losses suffered at the hands of an uninsured or underinsured motorist. This coverage also applies when you are injured as a passenger in someone else’s vehicle. UM/UIM insurance is very inexpensive yet very important. It is designed to protect you and your family. For in-
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Rockefeller Center Trip Scheduled
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee is hosting a trip to Rockefeller Center Dec. 10. The cost is $28.50 per person, with full payment due Dec. 2. Bus ride and refreshments on the bus are included. NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE
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There are 11 million deaf or hard of hearing Americans who cannot rely on traditional sound-oriented smoke detectors and therefore are at a disadvantage. Decreased hearing can limit a person’s ability to take quick action and escape during a fi re emergency. Those with hearing loss need to take extra precautions to protect themselves from the hazards of home fi re. This includes being aware of the availability of flashing and/or vibrating smoke alarms and having an effective escape plan in place. Have the proper alerting system: Smoke detectors are not doing their job if you cannot hear them. Consider the following statistics: 20 percent of home fi res occur between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m., yet these fi res account for more than half of all home fi re deaths. Something to keep in mind: most smoke detectors produce a relatively high frequency (3000 kHz) sound. Recent studies have revealed that this frequency is not particularly effective in waking up children, heavy sleepers, those taking sleeping pills or other medication and those who have had too much to drink. In addition, high frequency alarms are almost completely ineffective in alerting people with high frequency hearing loss, accounting for about 90 percent of people with hearing loss and all deaf people. Install a fl ashing or vibrating smoke alarm on every level of your home. Test all smoke alarms
monthly and change the batteries at least once a year. People with hearing loss are at greater risk from night time fi res because their hearing instruments are typically out of their ears when sleeping. Not all alerting devices meet every need but some do come close. The ideal device would not only sound an alarm but also flash a light and vibrate the bed. This would alert the three most important senses simultaneously. There are a great number of smoke detectors designed specifically for those with a hearing impairment. Light-tone HL bedside fi re alarm and clock alerts you by sounding a loud low frequency and vibrating the bed. The combination of the low frequency alarm sounding and the bed shaking wakes even heavy sleepers. Silent call makes great alerting systems that work with more than just smoke detectors. Plan your escape: An important tip is not to isolate yourself. Inform family members, the building manager or a neighbor of your fi re safety plan and practice it with them. Contact your local fi re department on a non-emergency phone number and explain your special needs. They can help with your escape plan, perform a home inspection and offer suggestions about smoke alarm placement. They can also keep your information on fi le. For more information about fi re safety, visit usfa.fema.gov.
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Seven Life-Saving Reasons You Should Eat Cauliflower
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. I was eating dinner with Sam and having home-made chicken soup with a slice of Sourdough bread and melted butter. It was simple and delicious. We ate silently. Towards the end of the meal, he says to me, “We always eat our soup and bread silently because we are mentally calculating how to time the last bite so it’s perfect.” LOL! So true. We usually chatter during meals, and tell funny stories, but when soup and bread hit the table, it all goes to silence. I like to time my last bite so it’s soup (to wash down the bread). Regardless, about this home-made chicken soup…that’s what I really want to talk about. Tonight we made it differently with peas instead of celery (because you need something green) and with red onions instead of white ones. We used shredded cauliflower instead of rice, that was the biggest and most pleasant surprise because I didn’t think it would actually work. You can buy shredded cauliflower now in bags, in the produce department of your grocery store. Someone should have bagged this stuff decades ago! Anyway, the cauliflower holds up remarkably well, even days later. It’s acts just like rice except with cauliflower you get the most incredible health benefits. It’s a crucifer, like it’s green cousins broccoli and Brussels sprouts, so it has the same cancer-fighting properties. I want you to start cooking with cauliflower, here’s why: Cauliflower contains sulforaphanes, that’s the compound that gives it a funky sulfur smell. This compound has been isolated and studied. It clearly demonstrates
cancer-fi ghting promise, especially for breast, prostate and other reproductive cancers. This has been shown repeatedly, in both animal models and test tube studies. Cauliflower contains antioxidants which neutralize free radicals. There are many, but among the more recognizable, we find quercetin, vitamin K, vitamin C, beta-carotene and kaempferol. That last one is incredible, it’s rarely talked about but kaempferol has evidence behind it to show that it can block VEGF production in your body and “suppress ovarian cancer cell metastasis in vitro” according to one research study. Another article suggests kaempferol could interact with estrogen receptors on the cell and slow growth of cancer! Cauliflower protects your bones because it is a rich, natural source of vitamin K and C, as well as minerals like potassium, manganese and phosphorus. Cauliflower gives you a low-carb alternative to digestible fiber so it will help you achieve regular bowel movements, while eliminating toxins stuck in the deep crevices of your gut. In fact, sulforaphanes and glucosinolates found in cauliflower fight Helicobacter pylori, and that fact alone should reduce your risk of colon cancer. Cauliflower contains I3C (Indole 3 Carbinol) which helps metabolize estrogen into anti-cancer by-products and that’s good for both men and women. I3C has been studied for its role in cholesterol and triglyceride synthesis. If you’d like to get some of my recipes using cauliflower, sign up for my newsletter and I’ll email them to you.
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OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County College is offering Opening Pathways to Education Now workshop to help answer questions about college fi nancial aid on Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to noon in Room 203 and Room 205, Technology Building (Bldg. 25), Main Campus, College Drive
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BUSINESS PROFILE Modern Propane: Make The Switch And Feel The Difference By Michael Vandenberg Most of us don’t really shop around when we need more propane. We go to the big store or the side of a gas station, get the tank filled or pick out a replacement, pay the fee, and head home to fire up the grill. The problem with that scenario, says Doug Fleischer of Modern Propane, is you’re getting ripped off. But thanks to their expansion down to Toms River, they’ve got you and the rest of New Jersey covered. Although their Toms River location opened its doors in December 2015, Modern Propane has been around for decades up in Lodi. Originally opened as Modern Traveler in 1969 by Doug’s father, they started in the RV and camper business, before making the transition to propane-centric in the early nineties. They’ve kept their focus on the smaller, refillable tanks that may be a smaller part of the propane market, “but as a result we’re able to do that very well,” said Doug. Since that transition, Modern Propane has continuously thrived. Doug’s been involved in the family business his whole life and dove in fulltime after college. He’s now the Vice President and Director of Operations, although his father is still involved to some degree. “I just call myself ‘the boss’s kid,’” he joked. With
the opening of the Toms River location, Modern Propane was now able to deliver anywhere in the state of New Jersey. “So anyone that calls in or orders online can buy and, from any of the two stores, we can get it to that person.” This has enabled Modern Propane to be the go-to place for gas grills and barbeque accessories statewide. They cater to anyone from your average homeow n e r l o o k i n g to get cooking in his or her backyard, to the contractor looking to install a huge stone-mounted outdoor grill. In the wintertime, when grilling slows down a bit, they’ve also got you covered for your outdoor heating needs, like the outdoor heaters at restaurants or space heaters at construction sites. Again, delivery saves time for these restaurateurs and contractors. Although they specialize in lots of products, grills are a hot commodity at Modern Propane. They sell a large variety of medium- to high-end names ranging from $199 up to over $2,000 or even $3,000 for a truly top of the line, all-inclusive product. Doug says though
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Watch your step in the upcoming week. You may be tempted to push back if you feel your freedoms have been infringed upon. Avoid making major decisions or purchases as you may be misled by false information. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Kind and sympathetic people may help you reach long term goals, but might not be good advisors for finances. The second half of the week ahead will be better than the first half for decision making and major purchases. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In the upcoming week handle extra tasks and responsibilities with good grace. With a holiday on the calendar you might be treated like a “go-fer” or end up at someone’s beck and call. Make the best of it. CANCER (June 21-July 22): As this week unfolds you may realize that family connections make up the fabric of your life. Despite some irritations you may be made aware that loved ones help you weave all the little details of life into a viable whole. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Patience will prop you up. Take your time about starting something new. Put your powerful business ideas and financial plans on the back burner until mid-week. You are too focused on work to enjoy a social outing. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Hit refresh. The familiar way of doing things may need a revision so that you can continue to thrive and grow in the future. In the week to come your energy levels may ebb and flow, so you must not take on new duties.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you push too hard for too long something might break down. There may be a tendency to put your own wants and needs ahead of those of others. Relax, be considerate and recharge your energies in the week ahead. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Remain attentive. Duck and get out of the way if a ladder is falling and threatens to hit you in the head. However, as the week unfolds, find ways to integrate your belief system into creative or financially stabilizing activities. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): When the outcome of a game is certain, everyone wants to call it quits. Dissatisfaction with your routines might disrupt the week ahead. You could be tempted to stir up excitement with someone who is true blue. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Fortify your boundaries but keep a door propped open. Family dinners and restful hours sure to be on your schedule in the week ahead but you may be restless unless you have something physical to do. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Dig in and do it right the first time. Small details that have previously escaped your notice can come to your attention as this week unfolds. Don’t make impulsive purchases but do focus on things of long term value. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Find opportunities for quiet introspection in the week ahead. Your nerves might be on edge and you may react badly if someone pushes your buttons. Some time on your own might help you retain your equilibrium.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Transform A Popular Autumn Veggie Into An Elegant First Course For Thanksgiving By Wolfgang Puck
Cauliflower is the new Brussels sprout. Or maybe it’s the new kale. Whatever the latest vegetable trends may be where you happen to live, it’s a fairly safe bet that you’re beginning to see more of this ivory-hued member of the Brassica family - which also includes cabbages and broccoli - among the first-course and side-dish offerings on top restaurant menus. With its pale color and relatively mild flavor that combines pleasing hints of nuttiness, sweetness and bitterness, cauliflower really is a sort of blank canvas that invites creativity. I’ve seen it separated into florets and either caramelized or battered and deep-fried; roasted whole or sliced into steaks and grilled; separated into florets that were tossed with cheese sauce for a cauliflower gratin, or riced and pan-fried to make cauliflower hash browns; or pureed for a light and delicate alternative to mashed potatoes. So, as you make your menu plans for Thanksgiving, I hope you’ll find a way to include cauliflower on your family table. To help inspire you, I’d like to share one of my favorite recipes for creamy cauliflower soup as a first course option. Keeping cauliflower’s gentle flavor in mind, I begin making the soup with a classic aromatic base of yellow onion and garlic, which I saute for several minutes to reduce their harshness when raw and develop their natural sweetness. I then add the sliced-up raw cauliflower and patiently cook it over very low heat, covered; it’s an hour-long process that enhances the vegetable’s flavor and turns it absolutely tender. Then, into the pot goes chicken stock (you can substitute vegetable stock if you want a vegetarian version) along with a little heavy cream (substitute your favorite unsweetened nut milk for a vegan version), chopped tomato, a little cumin, a hint of sugar and some fresh herbs, all of which help develop an extra subtle dimension of flavor as the ingredients simmer together. Though the entire cooking process will take you about an hour and a half from start to fi nish, much of that is devoted to sauteing and simmering that call for minimal involvement by you, so you’ll be free to work on other elements of the meal. Or you could even make the soup a day ahead, let it cool to room temperature, and then refrigerate it in a covered container overnight. Before serving time, gently reheat the soup, thinning it if necessary with a little extra stock. I hope this recipe solves another key
piece of your Thanksgiving menu puzzle. Maybe your guests will even remark on how innovative and exciting your fi rstcourse is! CREAMY CAULIFLOWER SOUP Makes about 3 quarts (3 l), 8 to 12 servings 2 large heads cauliflower, about 5 pounds (2.5 kg) total weight, trimmed and rinsed 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup (60 mL) extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving 1 large yellow onion, peeled, trimmed, and sliced 3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped Kosher salt 1 medium tomato, brief ly dipped in boiling water to loosen the peel, cooled in ice water, and then peeled, seeded, and diced 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin Pinch of sugar Freshly ground white pepper 1 bay leaf 2 or 3 sprigs fresh thyme 2 quarts (2 L) good-quality canned chicken stock or vegetable stock 1 cup (250 mL) heavy cream Chopped fresh chives, for garnish With a sharp knife, cut the heads of cauliflower into thin slices. Set aside. Put the butter and olive oil in a medium stockpot over low heat. When the butter has melted, add the onion and garlic and saute until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the cauliflower and stir to combine with the onion and garlic. Lightly season with salt, and cover the pot. Continue cooking covered, stirring often, until the cauliflower is completely tender, almost mushy, about 1 hour. Stir in the tomato, cumin, sugar, white pepper to taste, bay leaf, thyme and stock. Raise the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Stir in the cream. When the soup returns to a boil, remove the pot from the heat. Remove and discard the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Puree the soup directly in the pot using an immersion blender. Or, working in batches and carefully following the manufacturer’s instructions to guard against spattering the hot liquid, puree the soup by pulsing the machine on and off; transfer each batch to a large heatproof bowl. While the soup is still hot, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. Before serving, reheat the soup over low heat. Ladle it into warmed bowls. Drizzle a little olive oil and sprinkle some chives over each serving. Serve immediately.
(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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