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By Kimberly Bosco M ANA H AW K I N – As the years go by, it is important to re-
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traffic; it also recognizes the many sacrifices made by our American heroes on Memorial Day. On the lawn of the Sout he r n Reg ion a l High School (SRHS), facing Route 9, local VFW groups, students, teachers, and residents gathered to honor our American soldiers and veterans with the “Field of Flags” and a Memo-
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–Photos by Kimberly Bosco The Field of Flags can be seen from Route 9 on the lawn of Southern Regional High School. Three uniformed graduates placed the memorial wreath by Kareem Khan’s f lag, accompanied by Khan’s mother and father. The SRHS band and choir performed for the ceremony.
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rial Day ceremony on May 25. Southern Regional High School takes time each year to prepare this unique tribute to our local heroes by planting American flags across the field. The “Field of Flags” tradition was begun by district employee Marilyn Doherty many years ago. The
Memorial Day Mission: Stand Up Against Hate
By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – At mosques, synagogues, and churches this weekend, there will be a common refrain: “Love Thy Neighbor.” They will be urging their congregations to stand up against hatred, racism and anti-Semitism. This is a joint effort between more than 30 faith-based leaders spanning every denomination in Ocean County and the County Prosecutor’s Office. On Fridays, mosques will spread the message. On Saturday, temples. And on Sunday, churches. The movement is trying to make people take a step forward and get to know someone who is different from you, whether that difference is based on faith, race, or culture. And hopefully that will “bring back our humanity,”
By Kimberly Bosco LACEY – Lacey Township School District Superintendent Craig Wigley recently announced his retirement, according to an email he addressed to the Lacey students, staff, and community on May 22. In the email, Wigley remarked that he announced his retirement to the Board of Education on the evening of May 21. “Although this is a personal decision, I will share that due to recent health challenges, my family’s
well-being, and the recent loss of several close friends long before their years, I have been advised it is time to step away,” stated Wigley in the email. Aside from Wigley’s cited “health challenges” and personal issues, he does not give further reason for his departure in the email. Wigley was not willing to comment further to Jersey Shore Online. In the email, he thanked the Board and assured the district that his position would
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Prosecutor Joseph Coronato said. There have been instances of bias crimes in the county, he said. There is also defamatory talk among residents, ridiculing various groups either in person or online. There wasn’t any incident that spurred this on, but rather this initiative has grown out of regular meetings with religious leaders. “Once you understand the culture, you understand the person that much more,” he said. “Whether you’re Muslim, Jewish, or Christian, we’re all human. We need to get along, and sometimes the reason we don’t is we don’t understand enough about each other’s culture.” This might be the start of a regular series, he said. It was tied to Memorial Day for a few (Mission - See Page 4)
Lacey School District Superintendent Retires
Upcoming Primary Election Candidates
By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – The Primary Elections are upon us once again. Don’t forget to make your vote count on June 5, 2018. Some towns will be seeing some new faces on the ballot this year. Barnegat The 2018 Municipal Primary Candidates for Barnegat Committee are: • Linda Kropf, Republican • Pasquale “Pat” Pipi, Republican • Daniel Ward, Democrat • Paul Whitcraft, Democrat (Election - See Page 4)
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Continued From Page 1 These candidates are all running for a 3-year term on the Township Committee. You will be voting for two of these candidates. The Barnegat Township Clerk, Michele River, confirmed that none of these candidates are incumbents.
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Stafford In Stafford, all of the candidates are Republican. However, some of the new faces are MAGA (Make America Great Again) Republicans. MAGA Republicans, according to their website, advocate for the interests of “Make America Great Again” credo and are supporters of President Donald Trump. Stafford’s mayoral candidates are current mayor John Spodofora (Republican), and Gregory E. Myhre (MAGA Republican). They are running for a 3-year term as mayor. Stafford’s council candidates are: • Gordan “Rich” Carlson, Republican • Stephen Fessler, Republican • Raymond Fix, Republican
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Continued From Page 1 be replaced by “an outstanding candidate to carry on the good work of the district.” Wigley remarked that he believes the district to be in a better place now that it was when we stepped on board back in
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Continued From Page 1 reasons. During the summer, the county’s population swells to 1.2 million, he said. The best time to reach the largest audience was the kick-off of the summer season. Also,
• Paul Marchal, Republican (current Council President) • Sharon McKenna, Republican • David Taylor, Republican • Thomas Steadman, MAGA Rep. • Anthony Guariglia, MAGA Rep. • Michael Pfancook, MAGA Rep. • George Williams, MAGA Rep. • Robert Henken-Siefken, MAGA Rep. • Paul Krier, MAGA Rep. You will be voting for one mayor and six council members. Lacey In Lacey Township, there are two Democrats and two Republicans on the ballot: • Gary Quinn, Republican • Tim McDonald, Republican • Jesse Ehrnstrom, Democrat • Shawn Judson, Democrat These candidates are running for a 3-year term on the Township Committee. You will be voting for two of these candidates. To find your voting district and polling place, visit the state website at voter.njsvrs. com/PublicAccess/jsp/PollPlace/PollPlaceSearch.jsp.
July of 2016. “Please be supportive of the Board of Education during the process of hiring the best candidate possible for this important leadership role. I thank all of you for your support and understanding as this decision has been the most difficult one of my life,” concluded Wigley.
on Memorial Day, we remember those who fought for our freedom, and it’s important to reflect on what those soldiers fought for. Religious leaders have put together two videos to drive home the message. They can be found here: youtu.be/41Pofib48i4 and youtu.be/VeQdAKSMxdo.
St. Francis Community Center Arts & Craft Show
LONG BEACH – The Annual Spring Art and Craft Show will take place on June 16 from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the St. Francis Community Center Gym, 4700 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach Township. Enjoy many new crafts as well as old favorites. Highlights include homemade baskets, jewelry, crochet items, fabric handbags, painted decorative items,
handmade soap, photography and so much more! There is something for everyone! There will be a Chance Auction and breakfast and lunch is available to purchase. Admission is $2. For more information, visit stfranciscenterlbi.org or call 609494-8861. All proceeds benefit St. Francis Community Center.
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LACEY – The Lacey Township Historical Society will host an Appraisal Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. on June 23. Admission is $5 payable at the door, includes refreshments and one to be appraised. Additional items can be appraised
at $5 per item by the owners of Legacies Old and New who are professional appraisers. So look through your house to see if you have any hidden treasures! All proceeds benefit the museum. No reservations required, just walk in!
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Continued From Page 1 tradition was later partnered and carried on by SRHS teacher Jean Piscopo. “Jean was key to making this year successful,” said Colonel Joseph Potts, also a member of the SRHS community and leader of the ceremony. This year, the lawn saw 6,952 flags, one flag for each life lost fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. The ceremony began with a presentation of colors by the SRHS Air Force JROTC and a flag salute led by Cadet Evan Brown. The SRHS band and choir also provided a rendition of the national anthem. “Today, and this Memorial Day weekend, is a time to remember those military men and women who ‘gave all’ and died in service to our country,” said Potts. Of the 6,952 flags on the field, “Three flags have a very personal meaning for our Southern Regional family,” said Potts. Three of the flags not only represent three military lives lost, but also three Southern Regional graduates, including: Class of 2005 graduate and Army Specialist Kareem Khan, who was killed in action in Iraq in 2007. Class of 1964 graduate and member of
the US Marine Corps, Lance Corporal Walter Horner, who was killed in action in Vietnam in 1967. Class of 1978 graduate and member of the US Navy, Arthur J. Platt, who was killed in a military plane crash. Khan’s flag is centered between Horner’s and Platt’s flags, positioned near the flagpole that stands in the middle of the Field of Flags. “These three men paid the ultimate price for freedom…this community will not forget them or what they did for us, they will live on in our memories,” said Potts. The flags not only represent the individuals lost in battle, but also the families that were impacted by the loss as well. “For each military loss, there are 10 people on average that are significantly impacted,” Potts added. The ceremony also made sure to honor those American veterans still living today. “This country would not be what it is today without your contributions and selflessness in defending our liberty and our nation’s interests,” said Potts to all the veterans in the crowd. Present at the ceremony were members of the Barnegat VFW Post 10092, including Past Commander Frank Healey,
Cloverdale Farm Lecture Series
BARNEGAT – Join us in the program room of Cloverdale Farm County Park for a Lecture Series, including the following lectures: June 7: Dragonf lies. June 12: Cedar Bridge Tavern.
as well as members from the Stafford VFW Post. These VFW members were honored with echo taps, a tradition performed when a military person is killed in action, performed by the Southern JROTC. Also in attendance were members of the Stafford Township Council. Councilman Alan Smith has another title: colonel. He spent 37 years in the US Marine Corps on both active and reserve duty, according to Potts. Enlisting in 1967, Smith served as a corporal in Vietnam and a colonel in Iraq. Smith remarked that the echo taps tradition makes it hard “to not tear up.” “Freedom is not free,” said Smith. “On this day we pay tribute to soldiers, sailors, airmen, coastguardsmen, and marines; those who pay the high price for our freedom.” Smith recognized the bravery and unwavering responsibility to protect and serve for the “American way of life,” stating: “They faced the bullets.” Smith read a passage on behalf of all military personnel, describing actions performed throughout history from places like Vietnam to Iwo Jima, and to more
modern conquests where they “turned back the tides of ISIS.” “They brought laughter to children around the world, they brought hope to better those who lived the lives of despair…we owe a debt that cannot be measured,” said Smith. And the way we pay that debt is to honor them for the sacrifices they made for us to live as we do today. Freshman Cadet Madison Brown provided a brief history of Memorial Day, explaining that it was originally called Decoration Day. Following the approximately 620,000 Union and Confederate soldiers that were killed during the Civil War, families from both sides mourned and honored the deaths of their loved ones by decorating their graves. This was the beginning of what we now call Memorial Day. The ceremony closed with the placing of a memorial wreath in honor of Kareem Khan, near his flag. Kareem’s mother and father were in attendance and accompanied three uniformed graduates of SRHS in commemorating Kareem’s life with the decorative wreath.
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“The Situation” Talks Addiction, Recovery And Hope
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By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino shared his experiences with addiction at the Finding HOPE for Life Support Group Meeting recently at Holy Cross Lutheran Church. The discussion was moderated by Steve Willis, co-founder of HOPE Sheds Light, a local nonprofit dedicated to educating families on the disease of addiction by creating awareness. “We want to do our part to remove the fear and the stigma of this disease by offering a loving and safe environment that leads families to wellness, and the community as well,” said Willis. Finding HOPE is a support group that meets the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at the Holy Cross Lutheran Church, where anyone can go to get or give support to those dealing with the disease of addiction. At the meeting, Sorrentino, accompanied by his fiancée Lauren Pesce, shared their journey through addiction and recovery, which transformed “The Situation” into somewhat of “The Inspiration.” You may remember Sorrentino from his infamous rise to fame on MTV’s Jersey Shore, where his character “The Situation” was known for partying hard. What you may not have known was that he also battled with addiction to prescription painkillers for five years following the end of the show. Now clean, Sorrentino credits the Discovery Institute for Addictive Disorders and Pesce for his accomplishment. Discovery encouraged him to “put all hands on deck” and do whatever it takes to be clean. “I’ll be honest, I hated everything about it [rehab],” joked Sorrentino. “But…I wanted better for myself and I was going to do whatever it takes to get there.” “I am responsible and accountable for my decisions in life, and no one is coming to save me,” he added. Sorrentino went through about a full year of treatment with Discovery, a combination of inpatient, outpatient, and one-on-one counseling. He said that he stuck to it and gave it his all, which helped him come out the other side. One thing that treatment helped Sorrentino to do was face “the wreckage of his past,” and all
of the bad decisions he may have made while using. He remarked that someone who has suffered with addiction, who wants to recover, is eventually going to have to face his/her past, just as he did, so they can move forward. “I had to humble myself, I had to educate myself, I had to understand that I didn’t know everything,” said Sorrentino on the start of his recovery. His first step to fight some of the negativity during the beginning stages of recovery, he said, was to be a better person. “It costs zero dollars to be a kind person.” Sorrentino also noted that his “obsessive personality” made it difficult to stay on the road to recovery. “I had to get to the root of it [the problem],” he said. A popular theme of Jersey Shore was their schedule of GTL or Gym, Tan, and Laundry. Sorrentino remarked that during his recovery he altered that schedule to GTM: Gym, Tan, and (recovery) Meeting. Sorrentino’s fiancée also spoke about how their relationship also contributed to his recovery. Pesce and Sorrentino dated during college around 2004. After going their separate ways for some time, they came back together in 2013. Pesce said she knew Sorrentino “while he was actively using.” She explained that Sorrentino would go through stages of doing great and then relapsing while he was using. “He would relapse, and he would relapse hard, and it would be devastating; I stuck by him through that, it was not easy,” she said. Pesce shared her own experiences with addiction, having a younger brother succumb to an overdose four years ago. This experience helped her to work on herself and embolden her to be a contributing factor to Sorrentino’s recovery. She accompanies Sorrentino to his recovery meetings and work events, noting “I try to be a layer of support for him.” “I live right now with new purpose, peace, and integrity,” said Sorrentino. “I don’t lie, I don’t cheat, I don’t steal, I don’t drink, I don’t drug…I don’t even speed,” he joked. Sorrentino remarked that he wouldn’t have dreamed that he has become the person he sees himself as today and he is grateful.
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Opioid Treatment and Recovery Discussed Nationwide From The Desk Of
Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHI NGTON, D.C. - C o n g r e s s m a n To m MacA r thu r chaired the Bipar tisan Heroin Task Force roundtable on effective addiction treatment and recovery. During the roundtable, members received an update from Christopher M. Jones, PharmD., M.P.H, of
the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Ad m i n ist r at ion (SA MHSA); John Brogan, the Chief Recovery Specialist for Lifeline Recovery Support Services in the Ocean County Prosecutors Office Blue Hart Program; and Chief Brian Rhodes of the Nashua (NH) Fire and Res-
cue Department. Director Jones gave remarks on the national state of the opioid crisis and the federal response. Mr. Brogan and Chief Rhodes described the innovative programs t hey h ave le d i n t hei r communities, which have successf ully con nected individuals to much-needed treatment and reduced local overdose deaths. “We are losing 174 Americans every day to the opioid crisis,” Congressman MacAr thur said. “They aren’t just numbers. These are people whose lives were stolen f rom them
and cut short. They were someone’s son or daughter, brother or sister, soulmate or friend. If we lost 174 people from a plane crash t wo d ays i n a row, we would ground every plane and do whatever is necessary to keep people safe. We need that intensity of effort to overcome this crisis. It may be bigger than any of us, but it isn’t bigger than all of us together.” Ocean County is considered to be the epicenter of the fight against opioid addiction in New Jersey and the county was recently designated as a High
Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) after collaborative efforts by U.S. Senator Cory Booker, Congressman MacArthur and County Prosecutor, Joseph Coronato. “Our nation needs to take a comprehensive approach t o t r e a t i n g a d d ic t io n , which impacts the mind, body, and soul,” Brogan said. “The work of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force in Congress is crucial to bring people together to develop comprehensive solutions that will help us treat this disease. Thanks to Congressman MacAr-
Facebook Has The Power To Be Used Ethically Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker
WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) called on Facebook to enact a number of additional reforms on the heels of its recent announcement that it would undergo a civil rights audit and political bias review. Specifically, Booker pushed Facebook to use its data as a source for good by creating a public data trust and establishing industry-wide ethical frameworks. “Announcing plans for a civil rights and safety audit is an important and significant step,” Booker wrote in a letter sent to Facebook Co-Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg. “However, the audit is one action among many Facebook should take to provide its users a more inclusive, equitable, and safe platform. I urge Facebook to partner with outside stakeholders to use Facebook’s vast trove of data as a force for positive change. “I also strongly suggest that Facebook work with
organizers, activists, technologists and data ethicists to establish industry-wide ethical frameworks and implement a Data Code of Ethics,” Booker added. Booker also called on the tech giant to improve diversity within its ranks, citing unacceptable statistics such as the fact that only one percent of the fi rm’s U.S. technical employees identify as black. “If Facebook is truly committed to eliminating harassment and discrimination on its platform and understanding how social media and big data affects underserved communities, then recruiting, hiring, and retaining diverse researchers and data scientists must be an imperative,” Booker wrote. The letter follows similar questions Booker asked of Zuckerberg during a hearing in the Senate last month. In response to Booker’s questions, Zuckerberg indicated openness to au-
diting the fi rm’s practices and policies as it relates to discrimination on the platform. The full text of the letter is as follows:
Dear Mr. Zuckerberg: I am encouraged by the announcement that Facebook will facilitate an independent civil rights and safety audit of Facebook’s products and policies in order to respond to the rampant hate speech, discriminatory practices, censorship, and surveillance occurring on the platform. In response to questions I posed to you during last month’s Senate hearing into Facebook’s data malpractice, you stated such an audit was a “very good idea.” I am heartened this idea is being bolstered with real action. A thorough, open assessment of Facebook’s operations is a necessary step to better understanding how Facebook’s products and policies failed to protect vulnerable communities. Yet, there is more to be done. Building communities and truly bringing the world closer together will require more than mitigating the harm caused by Facebook’s missteps. Rath-
er, Facebook must commit to harnessing its data to positively affect those communities. This is not a task that Facebook should endeavor upon on its own. Therefore, I urge Facebook to partner with outside stakeholders to use Facebook’s vast trove of data as a force for positive change. Advocates have suggested that Facebook create a public data trust - a clearinghouse where students, community leaders, organizers, scientists and developers can access anonymized Facebook data for research in service of the public interest. Indeed there are already notable examples of Facebook using its internal researchers and technology to serve the public good by: proactively detecting suicidal posts before they’re reported; increasing our understanding of housing prices; and helping relief organizations around the world respond to natural disasters. The possibilities for Facebook’s user data are endless and, accordingly, its usage should not be restricted to internal Facebook researchers and scientists. Partnering with community-led organizations in a data trust could
help to scale their work in racial justice, women’s health, affordable housing, violence reduction, and many other fields in ways simply not possible outside of Facebook. To be sure, even the most well-intentioned research demands oversight and accountability and Facebook has not always conducted its experiments in ways that were forthcoming and transparent. Given the sensitivity of the research data and potential for abuse, I also strongly suggest that Facebook work with organizers, activists, technologists and data ethicists to establish industry-wide ethical frameworks and implement a Data Code of Ethics. Additionally, just as the civil rights and safety audit will subject Facebook’s practices and policies to external review, Facebook’s research efforts should also be rigorously reviewed and analyzed by an outside entity. Finally, as I mentioned during the hearing, Facebook must improve its diversity numbers. Silicon Valley remains disturbingly behind in matters of inclusion. You recently announced that by the end
thur and Congresswoman Kuster, for inviting me to discuss the successful treatment efforts we are seeing on the ground in Ocean County.” “South Jersey has been hit particularly hard and I’m grateful for the commitment of our first responders, recovery specialists and healthcare community,” MacArthur continued. “The Bipartisan Heroin Task Force has made progress and we will stand with our local communities in providing the resources and initiatives to help us overcome this together.”
of the year Facebook will create 5,000 new positions, for, among other f unctions, reviewing content. However, only 1 percent of Facebook’s U.S. technical employees identify as black. If Facebook is truly committed to eliminating harassment and discrimination on its platform and understanding how social media and big data affects underserved communities, then recruiting, hiring, and retaining diverse researchers and data scientists must be an imperative. Announcing plans for a civil rights and safety audit is an important and significant step. However, the audit is one action among many Facebook should take to provide its users a more inclusive, equitable, and safe platform. Facebook’s mission statement is “Give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together.” Giving people the power means exactly that. I urge you to make your decision to work with outside entities on an audit the genesis of a larger commitment by Facebook to share information and resources with the community that makes Facebook what it is.
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By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – The Barnegat Bay Partnership is in need of some citizen science volunteers to help collect important data about the condition of Barnegat Bay shorelines. If you have a paddleboard, kayak or canoe, this is the opportunity for you! Join the Barnegat Bay Partnership for their annual “Paddle for the Edge” event. Since it was established in 2015, volunteers have collected more than 2.600 data points with their smartphones, while enjoying a great time out on the water. The data that you collect help provide important information for future research and restoration projects. The data provides important information about the state of the bay’s marshes and will help guide future research and restoration projects.
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7th Annual Stafford Run For Hope
STAFFORD – The 7th Annual Stafford Run for HOPE Tri/Du/Aqua/5K presented by AtlantiCare Health Park will take place on Saturday June 16 at Manahawkin Lake Park in Manahawkin, NJ. This is the 7th year for the Stafford Tri/Du/ Aqua event and the third year that David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation (DDBCF) will be integrally involved in this event in collaboration with our friend Ross Reynolds from Trident Multisport. Ross established Trident Multisport to bring excellent multisport events to southern New Jersey. Giving back to the community is a major focus of their team as well as promoting healthy lifestyles. Trident’s website has this Hawaiian statement on its’ main page: “Ahuwale ka po’okela I kau hana ia ha’I,” which means “It is through the way you serve others that your greatness will be felt.” Join us on June 16, 2018 from 5:30–11:30 a.m. at Manahawkin Lake Park, 86 North Main Street, Stafford Township.
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Music At The Lake
WARETOWN – The Waretown Historical Society invites you to Music at the Lake on June 8 from 6 p.m. to dusk at the Waretown Lake. This event will feature The Bourbon Street Dixieland Band, a very popular four-piece band performing authentic Dixieland & Sing a Long songs. Performances feature authentic Dixieland arrangements and Jazz classics featuring Wilbur Wittemann on cornet.
Pack your picnic and lawn chairs for a great family evening. The Little Red School House Museum will be hosting an open house from 6-7 p.m. as well. Admission is free. Bug spray is recommended. In the event of rain, we will have this event moved to the 11th Street Engle Sprague Community Center. For more information, call 609-693-4177.
Designer Bag Bingo At St. Mary Of The Pines MANAHAWKIN – Interfaith Health and Support Services of Ocean County will be holding a Designer Bag Bingo on June 15. The event will be held at St. Mary of the Pines Parish Center, 100 Bishop Way, Manahawkin. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m.
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WUMC Flea Market
WARETOWN – The Waretown United Methodist Church will have a flea market for vendors, a café, and our own sale to help support the mission trip to Puerto Rico on June 9, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. If you would like to have a space as a vendor,
contact the office at 609-693-3134 or office@ waretownumc.org. To reserve a space, donation is $15. Start spring cleaning and donate your gently used items starting June 1!
Summer Concert Series
STAFFORD – Stafford Recreation is very excited to partner with the Stafford Township Historical Society once again for the Summer 2018 Concert Series at Lake Manahawkin. We would also like to thank our Platinum Sponsor of concerts for the summer of 2018 the Stafford Chamber of Commerce. These concerts are presented free every Monday evening at 7 p.m. in July and August, beginning on July 9 at the pavilion at Manahawkin Lake Park. While there is no charge, we kindly request a donation at each concert to the Stafford Township Historical Society to help them
continue their mission of the restoration and preservation of the Old Stone Store, Railroad Station and Cultural Center (a Revolutionary War era church). These donations will help to cover the cost of the concerts as well as preserve our rich local history for generations to come. We invite you to pack your picnic basket, ice down your cooler, grab a chair, a blanket or even a pizza and an ice cream across from the lake and come enjoy music and the best sunsets in town all summer long! For the full 2018 lineup, visit staffordnj. gov/430/Summer-Concert-Series.
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LACEY – The Lacey Elks is holding its second annual Fluke Fishing Tournament in memory of Captain George Ellmer. The Lacey Elks is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping our community through various fundraisers. The captains meeting will be held on Friday August 24 at 6 p.m. in the Lacey Elks pavilion. The entrance fee is $40 per angler. Fishing
will be on Saturday August 25 and the awards picnic will be on Sunday August 26 from noon till 4 p.m. in the pavilion. Non-anglers ($10) and children ($5) are welcome to attend the awards picnic. Applications are available at the Lacey Elks Lodge. Any questions or concerns please contact Jessica at 732-614-7472 or via email at jewelsjes@comcast.net.
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The park will feature a 24-foot high castle equipped with multiple levels and slides, a 10-foot high spider climbing apparatus, several rope bridges, a large swing set and ample bench seating around the perimeter. The park will also include picnic tables, grill stations, a walking path and a new irrigation system. Residents of all ages are sure to benefit from the newly restored park as the summer approaches.
Seventh Annual Garden Party By The Sea
BRANT BEACH – Please join us for our 7th Annual St. Francis Garden Party by the Sea, A Fashion Show, presented by St. Francis of Assisi Parish, June 20, from 3-5:30 p.m. at Bonnet Island Estates located at 2400 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin. Enjoy an afternoon filled with fun, food and fashion! Enjoy small plate fare catered by Spice Catering. Featuring fashions from The Island
Shop, Patchington’s, Sink ‘R Swim, Tula Boutique and Wildflower. Also, take part in our 50/50 Raffle, extravagant basket auction and Wine Pull. Tickets for the Garden Party by the Sea are $45 per person. Tickets may be purchased at St. Francis Community Center’s Front Desk, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township, NJ. Please call 609-494-8861 if you need further information.
Family Night: Howling Woods Farm
LOVELADIES – Join Mike of Howling Woods, a non-profit rescue in Jackson, NJ for a family-oriented presentation and a “Meet & Greet” with wolf dogs who reside on the farm! This event will be held on July 5 at 6
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Ocean County Contractor Charged With Theft
By Jennifer Peacock POINT PLEASANT – A Point Pleasant contractor has been charged with theft. Salvatore Mattiaccio, who owns Level and Square Construction and Remodeling LLC, 3105 Bridge Ave., was charged with third-degree theft for keeping $40,000 after a woman cancelled her contract with him within the mandated three-day cancellation period. Authorities said the woman became skeptical of Mattiaccio, with whom she signed a contract to raise her flood-zone located home. She hand delivered a cancellation notice to the Bridge Avenue location after she reviewed the
contract with her attorney. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office reported that the contract stipulated that the deposit would be returned within 30 days of cancellation. The unnamed woman never got her deposit back. Mattiaccio was out on probation for an unrelated matter, in which he was convicted of two counts for violating the Contractor Regisration Act in February. The prosecutor’s office is asking anyone with information on Mattiaccio to contact Detective Stephen Shadiack at the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office at 732-929-2027, ext. 2618.
2018 Primary: Freeholder & Surrogate Candidates
By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – The 2018 Primary Election is coming up on June 5, 2018. Make sure you are registered to vote and get out to the polls. This year, two candidates are running for Ocean County Surrogate, a 5-year term. “The Surrogate serves as Clerk of the Superior Court, Chancery Division, Probate Part as well as Judge of the Surrogate’s Court,” according to the county website. There are four candidates running for Ocean County Freeholder, a 3-year term. Ocean County Surrogate candidates:
• Jeffrey W. Moran, Republican • Kieran E. Pillion, Jr., Democrat Ocean County Freeholder candidates: • John C. Bartlett, Jr., Republican • Gerry P. Little, Republican (current Freeholder Director) • Teddy Price, Democrat • Vince Minichino, Democrat You will be voting for only one Surrogate, but two Freeholders. To find out if you are registered to vote, or to look up your voting district and polling place, visit voter.njsvrs.com/PublicAccess/.
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Bad Karma: Seaside Cracks Down On Nightclub
By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Business Administrator Christopher J. Vaz plans to propose a set of proposals to end, “once and for all, the craziness that occurs this time of year with prom and graduation parties in Seaside Heights motel/hotels and apartments.” Vaz stated on social media on May 23 that the Borough Attorney Jean Cipriani was directed to seek an immediate injunction in Ocean County Superior Court toward the operator of Karma to stop its operation on grounds that the nightclub was in violation of the existing site plan approvals for a restaurant. According to the land use board’s 2008 approval the licensee must operate a full restaurant service to be run by an independent restauranteur on the first level. A 2002 site plan approval included a representation by the prior licensee that the proposed construction would contain a restaurant facility together with a pub which would have a sports bar theme. Live entertainment, specifically jazz, would be played on occasion at the site. The owners of Savor, the restaurant that previously operated out of the facility, announced in April that it would not be returning. The current ownership recently announced its opening on Memorial Day weekend as a nightclub on social media. Its grand opening was promised to include a May 27 “hyperglow party” which on social media describes itself as an ongoing large party of high energy dance music in an ultra violet atmosphere. Several criminal incidents that occurred during Memorial Weekend at Karma led to further scrutiny of the business’s operation. Borough Police Chief Thomas Boyd said May 28 that “due to the incidents of overdoses and underage drinking I can’t comment on this ongoing investigation.” Vaz said that Cipriani will be directed to prepare and serve a separate administrative complaint seeking revocation of the operator’s Alcohol Beverage Commission license. He also stated that a multi-layered proposal will soon be presented to the governing body that would include the introduction of an ordinance resembling those in other municipalities that state, “no room shall be rented to any person who shall be under 21 years of age at the time of the rental when not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or providing proof of emancipation. Said age is set to deter security issues associated with NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE
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neither FDA-approved nor recommended to treat actual hearing loss. OTC hearing technology will be FDA-regulated but won’t be available for a while. Once available on the market, will OTCs address my hearing needs? Hearing loss is often an inner-ear problem, but sometimes it’s a different issue such as earwax buildup, a foreign object in the ear canal, or an ear infection that may cause temporary hearing difficulty. A PSAP or OTC won’t tackle these types of underlying problems. What else should I know about OTCs? OTCs will address only mild to moderate hearing loss, and even then, noise processing will be far less than a traditional hearing aid. They won’t always offer a successful fit and may be less specific for your situation. What’s the benefit of choosing provider-fit hearing aids instead? Unlike OTCs and PSAPs, provider-fit hearing aids can address the full spectrum of hearing impairment from mild to profound. They’re already FDA-approved, are recommended to treat hearing loss, and can adjust to environmental variables such as background noise as well as help your brain process sound. Self-treating hearing loss might seem convenient, but it can do more harm than good. Professional care — including testing, programming, fitting, and follow-up — helps you get to the bottom of your hearing difficulties and secure the right solution for your communication needs. If you have questions about OTC hearing technology, signs and symptoms of hearing loss, or the dangers of self-treating hearing problems, call us today at 732-818-3610 we’re here to help!
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Aloe Vera Has 10 Impressive Uses By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Aloe vera made a couple of headlines recently. The fi rst was when the actress Drew Barrymore dabbed some on a facial sore and it instantly took out the redness. The second was when Prop 65 regulations in California called out a known carcinogen in aloe vera called “aloin.” Don’t worry, aloe will never get banned! Not to be morbid from the get-go, but extracted compounds from this spiky succulent were used in the Middle East during ancient times to clean dead bodies and prepare them for burial. Plants of aloe very give us two different substances, one is called “gel” and the other is called “latex. Both have medicinal value. The gel is the clear part that comes from the center of the leaf. You know it well… it looks like jelly and it’s what you put on the skin for cuts and minor burns. The aloe latex is visible just beneath the plant’s outer skin, and it’s yellow in color. This has a laxative effect on the body. Aloe is very useful for psoriasis, food sensitivities, diabetes, gastritis and gingivitis. If these topics interest you, I have a way longer version of this article which I’ll email to you next week if you sign up to receive my free health newsletter at suzycohen. Right now, here are 10 things you can use your aloe plant for: 1. Moisturize Yourself: Mix some into your favorite lotion and put on your face or arms. 2. Heal Bug Bites: Dab aloe gel directly
onto painful or itchy but bites, or combine the aloe in the palm of your hand with some hydrocortisone cream. 3. Cool off burns: Squeeze a dab of aloe vera into traditional burn ointment and use on superficial burns. 4. Soothe eczema itch: You can buy any salt or sugar scrub that feels good to you and just mix in aloe vera gel. 5. Ease dandruff: Find a selenium sulfide-based shampoo and add some aloe vera gel to the shampoo then massage to your scalp. 6. Fix gingivitis: Squeeze some aloe vera gel onto your toothbrush and brush like normal. 7. Shave your legs: Instead of using expensive, perfumed shaving cream on your legs, use aloe vera gel. 8. Get moving: There are commercially prepared products used as dietary supplements which might help constipation. Some people like this, others react poorly. 9. Succulent Facial: Do you want softer skin and more radiance without spending a fortune on fancy creams? Apply the gel to your cheeks and forehead, and rest for 15 minutes. Rinse and pat dry. 10. Soothe a sunburn: Snap off a stalk from your aloe plant and apply the clear gel onto the sunburned area for a natural cooling balm. It helps with redness and inflammation. These sound great and they are for most people. Occasionally with aloe, you hear of unexpected problems such as diarrhea, skin or eye irritation and possibly dehydration from the laxative effect.
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By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) recently held a ceremony at Mancini Hall at the Ocean County Library to celebrate the completion of apprenticeship training for students in certain trades. The Apprenticeship Trades Certificate Awards recognized those who completed the Electricity; Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R); Plumbing; Automotive Mechanic and Maintenance Mechanic programs. The arduous, four-year apprenticeship programs demand a lot of time and effort. Students are required to take 576 hours of trade-related classroom instruction as well as log 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with an employer who sponsors the student. All of this, in just four years. During the ceremony, led by OCVTS Adult Education Principal and Apprenticeship Coordinator Mary Beatty-Sharisky, graduates were given certificates of completion from OCVTS. Students received various awards for their hard work and dedication through the years.
Presented by Assistant Superintendent Nancy Weber-Loeffert, the recipients of the Outstanding Student Awards were: • Maintenance Mechanic graduate Andrew Crawford, of Brick • HVAC-R graduate Michael Peter, Jr., of Manahawkin • Automotive Mechanic graduate Michael DeCrescenzo, of Lanoka Harbor • Plumbing Graduate Gregory Frachette, of Manahawkin. In addition to these students, Electricity graduate Glenn Spiedel of Brick, received an Outstanding Student Award and the Vocational Educational Commitment Award, in honor of Bruce B. Beatty, Professional Engineer. Plumbing Graduate Kevin Koehler, of Forked River, received honors for Perfect Attendance throughout the four year program, sponsored by Sidney Finkelstein, P.A. HVAC-R graduate Al Raimi, of Woodbridge, received the Striving for Success Outstanding Student Award, also sponsored by Sidney Finkelstein, P.A. For more information about the OCVTS Apprenticeship Programs visit ocvts.org.
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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent Furnished Home - To share in Holiday City. $750/month - utilities, cable/internet included. You get private bedroom and bathroom. Security required. Female preferred. 732-977-7321. (23) Rentals – 1 BR/1BA & 2 BR/1.5BA homes. Homestead Run 55+ Community Clubhouse, Pool, Activities - Toms River. www.homesteadrun. com. Call 732-370-2300. (26)
Yard Sale Jackson - Multi Family - Fountainhead 55+ Community. 1 Rose Drive (off North Cooks Bridge Road). Saturday, June 9. Raindate June 16. All kinds of treasures big and small. (24) Neighborhood Wide Yard Sale Over 90 Participants. Presidential Lakes, Browns Mills. 6/9 and 6/10, 8am-2pm. Located off Route 70 (2 miles east of the Rt.70/Rt.72 circle). Sponsored by Jessica Nooney, Weichert Realtors 856-983-2888. (25)
Auto For Sale 2004 Ford E250 Van - Well maintained truck. Good condition. Asking $4,500 or best offer. Call 848-258-3163. (25)
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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, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (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-abrac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) CASH PAID!! - LP records, stereos, turntables, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, cassettes, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (25)
Items Wanted 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)
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Help Wanted Micromedia looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits. Successful applicant should possess good communication skills & a desire to grow with the company. E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n) CNA/CHHA - The Pines is looking for experienced CNA’s/CHHA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing units. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further! 7-3 PT (9 days a week and E/O w/e) – Skilled Nursing. 3-11 FT C N A(E/O weekend) 2 positions – Skilled Nursing. If possess excellent skills to provide care to dementia resident, come be part pf our NEW INNOVATIVE approach to service our residents with all levels of Dementia. 7-3 FTCHHA/C N A (e/o weekend) 3 positions – Assisted Living. 3-11 PT CHHA (e/o weekend) 1 Position – Assisted Living. Special weekend rates available for weekend commitment positions.Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7 shifts in both communities. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Full Time positions offer competitive rate (based on experience), and excellent benefits including health, dental, life, Paid Time Off and 401(K) with generous match after 1 year. Apply in Person to: The Pines , 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@ thepinesatwhiting.org (23) The Goddard School on Route 70 in Toms River - Is hiring for multiple full time and part time positions! We provide a warm, loving environment for children ages from 6 weeks to 6 years. We are looking for fun, energetic teachers. Must be available Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:30am-6pm. Looking to hire immediately. Salary based on experience. Benefits include Paid time off, 401K, and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about our available positions or to set up an interview call 732-363-5530 or email your resume to dtomsriver2nj2@goddardschools.com. Experienced Landscaper - Who has experience in all areas of residential landscaping. 30-40 hours a week. No lawn cutting. Own transportation. Brick 732-678-7584. (t/n) Now Hiring Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. msangelabove@comcast. net. 732-766-4425, Ask for Mel. (27)
Help Wanted 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 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) Help Wanted - The Borough of Lakehurst is seeking certified lifeguards for positions at Lake Horicon beginning June 13, 2018. Applicants must possess lifeguard/Red Cross certification/lakefront certification and be over eighteen years of age. Salary: $11 per hour. For application contact: Municipal Clerk Bernadette Dugan at 5 Union Avenue, Lakehurst, NJ 08733. For additional information, please call 732-657-4141. EOE. (23) Waitress - La Bamba Mexican Restaurant. Full or part time. Apply in person, 3200 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach. 609-342-1775. (23) Part Time - 7 days a week. Driving School Instructors wanted. 10 years driving experience. Clean license, will train. Call 732-920-8830 for info. (23) 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) 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/hr. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (23) CHHA/CMA - Clinical Services. The Pines is currently looking for a Full Time Certified Home Health Aide (w CMA license) to work in our in-house clinic. This individual will be responsible for providing care to independent living residents including assisting with bathing, dressing, and getting meals. In addition, this position will assist the clinical nurse with general administrative responsibilities. Hours of the position are 7-3, including every other weekend. 2 years of CHHA experience required. Certified Medication Aide license preferred. Full Time positions offer competitive rate (based on experience), and excellent benefits including health, dental, life, Paid Time Off and 401(K) with generous match after 1 year. Apply in Person to: The Pines , 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (23)
Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. See our 2018 specials on our website. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Cleaning Services - Good prices. Call 732-788-7986. (26) Super Natural Painting - Interior, exterior, custom painting, powerwashing. 20 years experience. Free estimates. Honest, dependable. D.P. 848992-4108. References available. (32)
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Shopping Services - I do your food shopping for you. Good prices. Call 1-877-934-6746, ext. 94. Go online, place your order at www.wegoshop.com. (23)
Dee’s Cleaning Service - Cleaning homes like yours since 1994. Senior discounts. References provided upon request. Insured. Call Dee 732-552-6633. (25)
AMERICA GOT TALENT! - Tone Antone & Gino will entertain YOU.Parties,Weddings, Clubs. Karaoke, Songs, Comedy. Go to Tone Antone on You Tube. Call 732-288-0970. (24)
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Top Girl Scout Cookie Sellers Of Monmouth & Ocean Counties Honored
–Photos courtesy Erick Rommel Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore CEO Eileen Higgins, center, joined David Offenberg, Fulfi ll Board of Trustees chairman, and Amy Jolin, This year, the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore directly donated more than 157,000 pounds of Girl Scout Cookies to Fulfi ll in addition to donations made directly to Fulfill and other area food banks by Girl Scouts throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. (Right) Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore CEO Eileen Higgins congratulates 10th grade Girl Scout Marissa Brandon from Howell May 20 at the Girl Scouts’ annual celebration honoring Monmouth and Ocean counties’ top Girl Scout Cookie Sellers held at iPlay America, Freehold. Brandon sold 5,021 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies. By Kimberly Bosco NEW JERSEY – This year’s top Girl Scouts Cookie sellers sold 157,000 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies combined. These top 220 girls were honored for their accomplishment on May 20 by the Girls Scouts of the Jersey Shore at iPlay America in Freehold. The Girl Scouts’ top sellers sold 500 or more boxes of Girl Scout Cookies each, totaling a whopping 157,000 boxes. Top seller Marisa Brandon, a high school sophomore from Howell, sold 5,021 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies. The top 10 sellers alone sold over 23,000 boxes. The top 10 sellers were: • Marisa Brandon, 10th Grade, Howell: 5,021 • Isabella Lupi, 5th Grade, Holmdel: 3,002 • Grace Toscano, 7th Grade, Brick: 2,184 • Alanna Lynch, 10th Grade, Long Branch: 2,076 • Emma Tierney, 2nd Grade, Toms River: 2,049 • Taylor Brennan, 3rd Grade, Howell: 2,001 • Isabella Schwank, 7th Grade, Spring Lake: 2,000 • Sage Berkowitz, 3rd Grade, Matawan: 1,657 • Lilia Dietz, 3rd Grade,Holmdel: 1,614
• Klaire Clifford, 11th Grade, Eatontown: 1,564 Not only did the girls sell everyone’s favorite cookies, but they also gave customers the option to buy Girl Scout Cookies for a donation to local food banks, the military and other worthy causes. As a result of this, the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore donated 11,543 points of Girl Scout Cookies to Fulfill, the former FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world and all the revenue stays local with the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Funds raised through the program help to create new experiences for girls, build essential life skills and entrepreneurial expertise, and prepare them for a lifetime of leadership. All Girl Scouts activities are designed to help girls grow into women of courage, confidence and character. Some skills that the girls learn through the Cookie Program are: goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics. For more information about the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, call 800-7852090, or email info@jerseyshoregirlscouts. org.
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Anglers Doing Well Despite Patches Of Bad Weather
By Jim Hutchinson Sr. Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association Memorial Day has come and gone at the Jersey shore, and, despite some nasty weather, anglers were out on the water catching fish. Standing out on the fishing scene was the variety of fish caught by the boats of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association (BHCFA). In the ocean big striped bass were trolled up while black sea bass were biting on the inshore wrecks and reefs. Meanwhile in the bay waters good catches of summer flounder and bluefish were happening. Captain Brett Taylor of “Reel Reaction Sportfishing” put his anglers on both striped bass and fluke. He had Art Diebel and son Bruce out for some striper action. Bruce is a 7th grader who caught his first –Photo courtesy Beach Haven Charter Fishever striper along with some feisty blueing Association fish. On another trip, Alison Mack with The Mack family shows off their haul. her brother Jon and 10-year-old boys Eoghan and Rogan did some fluke fishing. out of a total of 12 caught. He found moving Using bucktails they boated over 30 fish with baits working the best. On Saturday he looked 3 keepers to take home. Rogan also caught a for striped bass and then turned to black sea short striped bass. bass. The stripers were scarce but he found Captain Carl Sheppard fished the “Star Fish” enough sea bass to keep his fishermen happy. for fluke on Friday and black sea bass on Additional information on the boats of the Saturday. Captain Carl had five keeper fluke BHCFA can be found at BHCFA.net.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of JUNE 2 - JUNE 9
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): You may need a factual transfusion to offset fantasies and confusion. As this week unfolds you can avoid conflicts by communicating clearly. You instinctively gravitate toward those who have your best interests at heart. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Make the Memorial Day weekend memorable. It isn’t necessary to spend a lot of money to have a good time as fellowship is the key ingredient. A partner’s romantic ideas can make your time together heavenly. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Accept compliments and the generosity of others with good grace in the week ahead. Remain alert for unexpected assistance from a co-worker. Focus on ways to make improvements or solve a long-standing problem. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Win brownie points by being diplomatic and tactful. Someone close may be preoccupied with a project. Be prudent with your pennies because you might need more money than anticipated in the week to come. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may feel driven to make your goals a reality in the week to come. Take some time out to relax during the holiday weekend. Once the work week begins again you may be pressured to perform at a high level of efficiency. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Minor criticisms can help you make major improvements. In the week ahead, you should listen to the advice of others since they may see flaws you don’t notice. Count on enthusiastic support from family members.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Speak up for yourself. If you are too bashful to ask for your fair share, it will most likely go to someone else who is. Family dynamics may involve intense issues in the week ahead, creating the need for a united front. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Lay out the red carpet for visitors and treat co-workers like family in the week ahead. Your willingness to be generous and congenial, even when placed under a great deal of pressure, is likely to win approval. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It may not pay to focus on mere material success. Some money-making ideas may seem enticing in the week ahead, but paying the bills comes first. Pass up anything that involves cleaning out your piggy bank. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Loved ones might not share your intense ambitions as this week unfolds, but that doesn’t mean you aren’t cherished and respected. Remember to appreciate those who support you, no matter how busy you may be. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Pull a few strings behind the scenes. Use your people skills in the week ahead to ensure that group activities run smoothly. Check your accounts so you have a clear picture of exactly where your dollars are going. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t fall for the delusion that you can pull off an illusion. You might bask in a rosy world of fantasy this week, but the world expects you to attend to business as usual. Enjoy holiday outings then get back to work.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Making Memories: Set A New Standard For Creative Summer Grilling By Wolfgang Puck “What should I grill?” That’s a question many Americans ask as they face the unofficial start of summer grilling season on Memorial Day. If you, like many others, love how fire and smoke enhance the appeal of just about any food, I’d like to suggest that you consider finding new ways to step up your grilling game. Sure, burgers, hot dogs and other simple classics are all excellent choices, but that sets the bar fairly low for the three months ahead. So, why not launch the season in style with bold tastes and beautiful presentations? When it comes to grilling, that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to make more work for yourself. With some imagination and by serving your meal with thoughtfully prepared accompaniments, you can easily transform your outdoor cooking from ordinary to extraordinary. One of my favorite ways to give grilled food extra flavor is to marinate it. Steeping protein in a marinade infuses it with your seasonings and also, when acid is part of the mixture, helps to tenderize it. In the following recipe, I marinate flat iron steak - a cut that, coming from the more active shoulder muscles, is robust but can be chewy for half a day in a mixture of savory, spicy and sweet ingredients. They’re widely available in supermarkets, yet they produce a flavor profile reminiscent of China’s Szechuan region. The results are wonderfully tender, juicy and aromatic. (Far more tender boneless chicken needs just an hour or two of marinating if you decide to use it for this recipe, and fish fillets need no more than 30 minutes.) Another easy way to elevate your grilling is to prepare a separate, easy, non-grilled accompaniment that becomes part of the final presentation. One of the most popular ways to do this in when the weather is warm is to make a salad on which you serve the grilled food. Anyone who has ever turned a Caesar salad or spinach salad into a light but satisfying main dish by topping it with grilled chicken, salmon, shrimp or steak will understand this immediately, but you can also do the same thing with quickly sauteed or stir-fried vegetables. The quarter hour or so rest that grilled steaks need to allow their bubbling-hot juices to settle before you slice them is more than enough time for you to cook a beautiful medley of vegetables that you finish with a simple glaze that leaves them glistening with delicious flavor. I hope you’ll try my recipe this Memorial Day - and I wish you a summer filled with happy grilling! GRILLED SZECHUAN-MARINATED FLATIRON STEAKS WITH CHILI-GARLIC GLAZED VEGETABLES Serves 4 SZECHUAN-MARINATED STEAKS: 1 cup (250 mL) soy sauce 3/4 cups (185 mL) honey 1/2 cup (125 mL) Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup (125 mL) mirin or sweet sake 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped garlic
1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped shallots 1/4 cup (60 mL) tomato ketchup 1/4 cup (60 mL) lemon juice 1/4 cup (60 mL) sambal (bottled chili-garlic paste) 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning 2 thick slices ginger root, smashed 4 flat iron steaks, or skirt or flank steaks, each 8 ounces (250 g) Kosher salt CHILI-GARLIC GLAZED VEGETABLES: 1/4 cup (60 mL) good-quality low-sodium chicken stock or broth 3 tablespoons bottled oyster sauce 1 teaspoon Chinese rice wine or pale dry sherry 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon sambal (bottled chili-garlic paste) 2 tablespoons peanut oil 8 fresh shiitake mushrooms, trimmed and quartered 8 spears fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) pieces 2 scallions, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch (12 mm) pieces) 4 small heads baby bok choy, trimmed and quartered lengthwise 1/2 medium red onion, cut into 1/4-inch (6-mm) slices Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish Chopped fresh scallions, for garnish For the Szechuan-marinated steaks, in a large nonreactive bowl combine the soy sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, mirin or sake, garlic, shallots, ketchup, lemon juice, sambal, black pepper and ginger, and whisk thoroughly. Transfer to a nonreactive container just large enough to hold the steaks flat, side by side. Add the steaks, and turn them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours, turning the steaks two or three times. Build a hot fire in a charcoal grill or heat a gas grill to high. Remove the steaks from the marinade and season on both sides with a little salt and pepper. Grill until medium-rare, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and set aside on a platter, covered with foil, to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. While the steaks are resting, cook the chili-garlic glazed vegetables: In a small mixing bowl, prepare a glaze by stirring together the chicken stock or broth, oyster sauce, rice wine or sherry, sugar, minced garlic and sambal. Set aside. Heat the peanut oil in a wok or a large saute pan over high heat. Add the mushrooms, asparagus, scallions, bok choy and red onion; cook, stirring constantly, until the vegetables are shiny and brightly colored, about 2 minutes. Add the glaze mixture and continue stir-frying over high heat until the vegetables are tender-crisp and evenly coated, 1 to 2 minutes longer. To serve, arrange the vegetables on 4 heated serving plates. Cut each steak crosswise and at a 45-degree angle into thin slices and fan them on top of the vegetables. Garnish with cilantro and scallions, and 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) © 2018 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.
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