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–Photo by William Clanton The staff of Lefty’s in Barnegat celebrated their win at the 2017 Chowderfest. By Kimberly Bosco SHIP BOTTOM – Long Beach Island’s famous Chowderfest event is turning 30 this year! The anniversary weekend will be on September 29 and 30, where locals and devoted “Chowderheads” can once again come together for a weekend of celebration and signature dishes. This year’s event will feature a free Merchant Marketplace, end-ofseason bargains, local specialties, gourmet food, and children’s –Photo courtesy Southern Ocean Chamber of Commerce (Celebrate - See Page 5) Record numbers came out to Beach Haven for last year’s event.
Radio Station Takes A Spin Playing Vinyl Records By Jennifer Peacock BARNEGAT – The music won’t change, but for five hours, the medium will. WBNJ 91.9 FM will brake out a pair of well-maintained Technics SP1200-MK direct drive turntables and play nothing but vinyl on Aug. 12, in
honor of the 141st anniversary of Thomas Edison’s completion of his model for the first phonograph. Edison went with “Mary Had a Little Lamb” for his first recording. WBNJ will be sticking with its regular rotation of standards, oldies, rock n (Records - See Page 4)
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Oyster Creek Decommissioning Could Be Complete In 8 Years By Kimberly Bosco LACEY – On July 31, Exelon Generation, owner of the Oyster Creek Generating Station, signed a purchase agreement with a New Jersey company for the ownership of the nuclear power plant, which could significantly speed up decommissioning. Holtec International of Camden wants to purchase Oyster Creek, which officials claim will hasten the decommissioning process by nearly half a century. Holtec is a global leader in used nuclear fuel management technologies, according to Exelon. The company also plans to take over spent fuel storage and the decommissioning trust fund, should the deal become official. Under the terms of the purchase agreement, Holtec will take over the decommissioning process, decreasing the decommissioning timeline from Exelon’s estimated 60 years to just 8 years. “As the new owner of the plant, Holtec will contract with Comprehensive Decommissioning International, LLC (CDI) to perform the decontamination and decommissioning of the plant,” stated Holtec President and CEO, Dr. Kris Singh in a press release. “With its experience and state-of-the-art technologies, CDI is well equipped to decommission Oyster Creek within eight years, more than 50 years ahead of the industry-allowed 60-year timeline.” Jeff Tittel, Director of the NJ Sierra Club, has been outspoken in the past about his belief that the plant can be decommissioned in less than 60 years. “The positives of this purchase are that they plan on decommissioning and cleaning up the plant within eight years instead of 60. This is what the Sierra Club has called for and will be safer for the community and better for the environment,” said Tittel. However, he also labels transparency and (Oyster Creeek - See Page 2)
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oversight issues as outstanding problems with the purchase. “Our major concern with Holtec taking over the clean-up is that they may cut corners due to the limited funding,” he added. He stated that the change of hands is cause for concern, but continues to emphasize the benefits of closing Oyster Creek down early. “The sooner they decommission the site, the better off we’ll be. The faster they clean it up, the safer we will be…but we want to know more about the goals of Holtec and their own clean-up proposal,” said Tittel. The purchase agreement must fi rst be finalized by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and Holtec must submit a new decommissioning plan for the plant. The community will again have opportunities for review and comments on the decommissioning plan while the NRC and other regulators evaluate. Exelon also noted that the transaction will not impact the scheduled shutdown of Oyster Creek, emphasizing that Holtec will speed up the decommissioning process “with the highest standard of safety, quality and environmental stewardship.” Oyster Creek is scheduled to close down September 17, 2018; a decade earlier than originally planned. Exelon’s Chief Nuclear Officer Bryan Hanson called it a “landmark agreement.” “With three decades of experience in nuclear fuel technologies and a partnership with global decommissioning leader SNC-Lavalin, Holtec is ideally positioned
to complete the decommissioning of Oyster Creek safely and swiftly,” stated Hanson in the release. Hanson also noted that Holtec will provide work for employees facing relocation. CDI, Holtec’s contracted decommissioning experts, will be required to employ Oyster Creek decommissioning employees as part of the purchasing agreement. Further, nuclear spent fuel from Oyster Creek could potentially be sent to an autonomous consolidated interim storage facility (CISF) in New Mexico, pending the approval of Holtec’s license application, according to Exelon. Should Holtec become licensed, it would allow the Oyster Creek site to be viable for unrestricted use sooner, since spent fuel will not be stored on site. Once the purchasing agreement is finalized and the transaction closed, the decommissioning funds, an upwards of $890 million, will be transferred to Holtec. In response to the news of the potential sale of Oyster Creek, Lacey Township Mayor Nick Juliano told Jersey Shore Online that he plans to do his research on Holtec International. Having reached out to the mayor of Camden, where Holtec is based, Juliano is looking to know more about the potential future partner to make sure that the corporate/township relationship remains a strong, beneficial one for residents. “I’m hoping these people [Holtec] could be the same thing,” as Exelon was to the township - a good partner – he said. Juliano also noted that in early discussions Holtec officials have already discussed various plans for redeveloping and utilizing the land.
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HARVEY CEDARS – Come join us for the 40th Annual Dog Day Road Race on a scenic course in beautiful Harvey Cedars on August 19. Join us at the Harvey Cedars Fire House! There will be cash prizes, overall and age
group awards. T-Shirts guaranteed for the first 1,000 runners. Proceed will benefit HPV Fire Co. to ensure proper equipment, training and protection for our community and our volunteers. The cost is $25.
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of records. It is stored in our studios on Main street in Barnegat, in our storage garage, and some of it is still in my shed at my house,” Clanton said. “The collection is so eclectic and not cataloged that every time I go through boxes and crates I always find something new that I didn’t realize was there.” Listeners can of course tune in to 91.9 on their FM dial, or online at wbnj.org, or watch or stream live on Facebook and YouTube. “This will truly bring us back to a time when DJs really had to work for their pay. These days a DJ just has to talk when he is told and let the computer do all the work,” Clanton said. “So to play our normal programming using only records to play the music is going to be a fun challenge that I am ready to accept.”
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Continued From Page 1 entertainment. Don’t miss out on the live music from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. featuring popular local bands. Not only does the festival boast the best chowder around, but there will also be a variety of beers on tap and hard ciders available. For the first time ever, there will also be wine by the glass and spritzers provided by Barefoot Wines. The Chowder Cook-Off Classic will be held on Sunday, Sept. 30 at 11 a.m. Local favorites will compete for the title of “tastiest chowder.” Ticket holders can sample all kinds of chowders and VIPS get early access to the chowder tents at 10 a.m. For New England or White Chowder, the competitors include: • Country Kettle • Chicken or the Egg • Howard’s • Tucker’s Tavern • Wally’s • Polly’s Dock Manhattan or Red: • Lefty’s Tavern • Buckalew’s • Stefano’s
The Southern Ocean Times, August 11, 2018, Page 5 • Ocean County College Hospitality Program Creative Category: • Delaware Ave Oyster House • La Bamba • Sunny Rae’s • The Woo Hoo • Blue Water Café • Cuisine on the Green • Nancy’s Barn of Ballyliffen Ireland (Chowderfest’s first international competitor) Winners will be announced during the closing ceremonies at 4 p.m. Saturday is a free event. However, Sunday’s Cook off Classic requires tickets. You can purchase tickets at chowderfest.com or by contacting the Southern Ocean County Chamber at 609-494-7211, visiting their Visitor Center at 265 West Ninth Street in Ship Bottom, or emailing info@sochamber.com. Toddlers under the age of three are free. Children to age 4 to 12 are $10, General Admission is $30, and VIP is $65. Chowderfest proceeds benefit hundreds of local charities and scholarships. This year, proceeds will benefit Chowder for A Cause Charity. David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation has also partnered with the Chamber for this event, providing Chowderfest reusable bags and a September Dine to Donate event.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER Young Environmentalist Welcomes Open Space Buy I am writing to share my thoughts on the article “County Acquires Land
For Open Space” on page 21 of the July 14, 2018 issue of The Jackson Times. I am in
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diseases. The costs for treatments is extraordinary. The government web sights are now “dark” and they can no longer look toward the help from my tax dollars to lighten those financial burdens. They will lose their homes. What is wrong with our elected officials? Have they no mercy? Our representatives are in Washington to serve me and those families? They have created a country of GoFundMe pages, spaghetti dinners and bike runs. What has the Cong ress done? They have systematically taken away decency, civility and prosperit y. Washington has perverted the Constitution and its founders’ fundament al pr i nciples. T he purpose of having elected officials seated in their position is to legislate and govern the land and lead our nation to greatness. This 115th session alone has failed us. So here is my direction for the next 100 days.... Protect the investigation. Do not select a Supreme Cou r t Ju st ice. Restore CHIP funding to Americans. Fund SNAP benefits to all citizens.
ele c t e d r e p r e s e nt at ive doesn’t understand that ever yone, even renters, pay proper t y taxes. As most people who have rented know, included in your rental fee is the cost that the landlord pays in property tax. According to the State of NJ Department of Treasury website “For tenants, 18% of rent paid during the year is considered property taxes paid.” I’m unsure how someone in his position could fail to be aware of this. Sadder still is the implication that somehow renters aren’t good enough to hold elected of f ice. D o e s To m M a cA r t hu r think renters are lesser citizens than those who own property? Does he k now that over 70% of millennials currently rent rather than own? According to a CNBC ar ticle, Baby Boomers are one of t he fa stest g row i ng g roups of renters. A re these folks lesser citizens because they don’t “own” the home they live in? In a quick search, it appears that almost 20 percent of NJ residents are renters. In fact, most people I know have rented a property at some point in their lives. From c ol lege st ude nt s living on or off campus, young people setting out on their own, people who don’t wa nt t he cost of home ownership, or retirees looking to downsize and simplif y their lives, renters are a vital and necessary part of our community. Apparently, Congressman MacArthur is out of touch with how many of the people in his district live.
Letters To The Editor Sorry, Voters, If I Let You Down We did not win, although this campaign carried six counties, nearly tied in two others and got an incredible number of votes (over 158,000). To put this into perspective, the number of votes we garnered was greater than the number of votes cast for all candidates in the 2015 Democratic primary election. We got a lot of votes without spending much money. If we had pulled this off, I would have gone overnight from being the Invisible Woman to being, if not a household name, at least somewhat famous in political circles. So, I am sorry if you were disappointed by the results and by anything I said or did during the campaign. We made some mistakes but I did try my best. I actually sought someone else to run. This was never about me. This is about Medicare For All, a $15/hour living wage, climate change, peace and justice - plus a whole lot more. I lost the election but those policies remain within striking distance, and we
Letters To The must remain persistent to We must put Editor education out running for my life, and I get the victories we need. Keep the faith because we can make miracles happen, as long as we do not give up. I am inspired by Professor Stephen Hawking, who said, “As long as there is life, there is hope” and also, “It matters that you don’t just give up.” So I will persist, and keep struggling to advance the progressive movement to really make this great nation what it once was: The home of a large and growing prosperous middle class where almost everyone had enough to get real enjoyment from life and ordinary people had control over their society. It is no secret how that may be done. We must stop obsessing every time Donald Trump issues a tweet or utters something stupid. We must behave as adults who will not be distracted any longer because there are serious matters to which we must attend. We must reunite families broken at our borders, bring peace to the world instead of war, and disarm those in our own country that have no business carr ying f irearms.
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front, keep people ahead of profits and never relent on using common sense or holding ourselves to high standards. We must bring justice and peace to our brothers and sisters, here and all over the world. We must pursue safe, clean energy to power the reconstruction of our infrastructure and the voyages that will take us to the stars. We must protect our children by insuring they have a planet that can sustain life, that they need not fear other people or confront disease we cannot contain. These and so many other urgent matters demand our attention, we cannot allow ourselves to be distracted. We cannot be satisfied with the idea that solutions are beyond our ability. We cannot be afraid of sharing an amazing vision. President Kennedy’s 1963 address to American University graduates is a reminder of how much our political discourse has devolved: “Our problems are manmade - therefore, they can be solved by man. And man can be as big as he wants. No problem of human destiny is beyond human beings. Man’s reason and spirit have often solved the seemingly unsolvable - and we believe they can do it again.” I believe that with every fiber in my being. I believed an ordinary person could win an election with almost no money, if she appealed to progressive voters with a message of hope and we almost succeeded. Talk of big ideas and grand solutions may be considered the kiss of death for politicians, but I am not concerned with politics for my sake. I was
will keep going as long as there is breath in me. To the critics, I welcome your advice and will gladly let you do what you can do better if it gets us what we want. To the opposition, I invite you to join us because there are many things we have in common and the best way to vanquish an enemy is by making him a friend. To everyone who believed in, helped and supported me, I am still here. We must go forward and I hope you stay with me, because I could never have gotten this far without you. I want to thank you for your generosity, the love and the honesty that you gave me. We have much more to do and as I said, I cannot do it alone. Lisa McCormick Rahway
Congress Failing To Provide Health Care As a senior American who lives and continues to pay taxes, it is difficult to put into words the incomprehensible deterioration this administration contributes to human hardship of our nation’s people. Congress in the last 700 d ays has systemat ically worked and achieved, eliminating any hope one may wish for a new generation to contribute to this country’s greatness. As I write this I am surrounded literally by young families suffering and struggling to provide life saving health care to their children. They do not have time on their side as they seek treatment for a multitude of different life threatening childhood
Jeanine Feaman Toms River
Debunking A Political Ad In a recent fundraising ad, Congressman MacArthur claims “Our opponent, Andy Kim, does not pay property taxes in New Jersey.” GASP, looks like the secret’s out. To avoid paying property taxes in NJ, just rent!! Who knew? It saddens me that my
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
School Funding Cuts Will Make Schools, Taxpayers Suffer From The Desk Of
Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHINGTON, D.C. – I have heard from many constituents who are concerned with Governor Murphy’s school funding cuts, which will have a negative impact on our community – particularly in the Toms
River, Brick, and Lenape Regional School Districts. I am as upset about this as you are. Two of my grandparents were teachers who became school superintendents, my mother was a librarian, and
I studied to be a teacher. I have a deep respect for our public school system and the educators and support staff that do so much to improve the lives of our children. Governor Murphy’s funding cuts will put our schools in a difficult position and will inevitably lead to higher taxes, less extracurricular opportunities, and cuts in staff. Our students, educators, and support staff deserve better than this. Unfortunately, as a fed-
eral legislator, I have no recourse to change Governor Murphy’s decision to cut our school funding. Unlike Governor Murphy and legislators in Trenton, I have been committed to maintaining federal funding for education. Earlier this year, I supported the bipartisan federal funding package that included an additional $2.6 billion to support the Department of Education, $86 million more to impact aid programs to assist school
districts meet the needs of military families like those who serve at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, and a $700 million increase to grant programs to expand school-based mental health services and bullying prevention. We also passed a bipartisan law to help make our schools safer, by offering grants for security improvements. I also recently opposed an effort to cut funding to the National Endowment for the Arts and National
Endowment for the Humanities. These programs give our students a valuable opportunity to enrich their education and I was proud to stand up to leaders in my own party who wanted to make these cuts. There is absolutely no justification for Governor Murphy’s decision to cut school funding in some of our district’s largest towns and I will stand with leaders in our community to fight these cuts every step of the way.
Overdraft Charges Fleece People Who Are Already Low On Money Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker
WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH) have introduced legislation to crack down on exploitative overdraft fees that banks charge consumers when they make a purchase or pay a bill but don’t have sufficient funds in their account. The Stop Overdraft Profiteering Act of 2018 would ban overdraft fees on debit card transactions and ATM withdrawals, and limit fees placed for checks and recurring payments. It would also mandate that banks post transactions in a manner that minimizes overdraft and nonsufficient fund fees (often times, banks reorder transactions in such a way as to maximize overdraft fees, which can mean, in some cases, that the consumer faces multiple charges). “For millions of hardworking Americans, every day is a struggle – they find
themselves one late check or unexpected expense away from financial free fall,” Booker said. “I see this in my community in Newark on a daily basis. Wages aren’t going up but the cost of everything else is, from prescription drugs to housing costs to pocketbook pain points like the fees banks charge consumers for overdraft services. These fees generate enormous amounts of revenue for the banks while most customers don’t even know they’ve opted into such charges. Worse yet, overdraft fees fall on those least likely to be able to afford them – individuals for whom a $35 overdraft charge could push them over the brink into financial ruin. Our bill would end these unfair practices many banks use that leave some consumers – especially those that are the most vulnerable – trapped in a vicious cycle of poverty.” Specifically the Stop Over-
draft Profiteering Act of 2018 would: • Prohibit overdraft fees on debit card transactions and ATM withdrawals. • Prohibit financial institutions from charging more than one overdraft fee per month and no more than six overdraft fees in any single calendar year for check and recurring bill payment overdrafts. • Limit check and recurring bill payment overdraft fees to an amount that is reasonable and proportional to the financial institution’s costs in providing the overdraft coverage. • Mandate a three-day waiting period between when an individual opens a new account and when a financial institution may offer overdraft protection. • Mandate that depository institutions post transactions in a manner that minimizes overdraft and nonsufficient fund fees. • Increase other consumer disclosures related to overdraft coverage programs. Background on Overdraft Fees: Banks offer overdraft services to allow account hold-
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ers to make purchases or pay a bill even if they don’t have sufficient funds in their account, while charging a fee for the service – on average $35. In 2010, the Federal Reserve implemented overdraft regulations that, among other things, required that consumers affirmatively opt-in to overdraft services. However, survey data and anecdotal evidence suggest that the opt-in requirement
is being sidestepped by financial institutions marketing overdraft coverage in a confusing and deceptive manner. A 2014 study by Pew found that across all banks, more than half of the people who overdrew their checking accounts and paid a fee in the past year could not recall consenting to the overdraft service. These fees are disproportionately charged to customers who are least able
to afford them, especially workers living paycheck to paycheck. O verd r af t fees have emerged as a major source of revenue for banks. Last year alone, three of the largest banks in the country collected over $5 billion in overdraft fees. One former bank CEO even named his yacht “Overdraft” in an apparent nod to the importance of such fees to the bank’s bottom line.
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Barnegat Township Citizen’s Police Academy Returns
BARNEGAT – Barnegat Police recently announced the return of the community program, the Barnegat Township Citizen’s Police Academy. Starting this September, the Barnegat Township Police Department will be hosting the Academy, a once a week class that goes throughout the fall. The Academy is not designed to certify and train community members as law enforcement officers, but rather to allow the community to better understand the function of the police department. Participants will attend classes in patrol, narcotics, fraud/ID theft, traffic stops, use of force and much more all while meeting and working closely with actual Barnegat Township police officers. The intent is to allow the opportunity for community members to have an inside look into our department and policing as a whole as well as to gain further education about crime and crime prevention. This program is available to any adult resident of Barnegat Township who wishes to attend.
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The classes will be held each week on Thursday from 9 a.m. until around noon starting on Thursday September 6 and concluding on Thursday November 8. We are limited to 25 participants that will be selected on a first come, first served basis. Applications for the class are available online or at police HQ and need to be returned no later than Friday August 17, 2018. They can be emailed to purcell372@barnegat.net or turned in at police HQ to Ptl. Jim Purcell. If the schedule for this class prevents you from attending or otherwise unable to attend, we anticipate additional classes in the future for you to take. The Barnegat Township Police Department is very excited to offer this program to our citizens and hope that you will join us in making this program special not only for this session but for years to come. The application can be found at barnegatpolice.com/…/…/Citizen-Police-Academy-App. pdf.
4th Annual Trunk or Treat
SURF CITY – Surf City’s 4th Annual Trunk or Treat event will be held on Saturday, October 27, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. Trunk or Treat is a fun and safe alternative to traditional trick or treating. The event is geared towards children ages 12 and under, and all trunk or treaters must be accompanied by an adult. Treat stops (i.e. the trunks) will be outside in the firehouse parking lot,
so please dress for the weather. Fun activities including balloon twisters, music, snacks and more will be located inside the firehouse. We are currently accepting sponsorship donations and registrations for trunks. For more information or to obtain sponsorship and/or registration forms, please contact Sgt. Roe at 609-494-8121 or send us a Facebook message!
The Doo Wop Hit Parade
MANAHAWKIN – Stand up and get ready to dance the night away at the Doo Wop Hit Parade on September 14 at the Stafford Township Arts Center, 7-9:30 p.m.! Larry Chance and the Earls will be performing all the hits that you remember such as: “Never,” “Remember Then,” “Life is But a Dream,” “I Believe,” and “Eyes.” Get ready for The Mello-Kings who will perform “To-
night Tonight,” “Chip Chip,” and “Valerie” to name a few. Opening the night will be STAC’s favorite Doo Wop band RB Express! Tight harmonies and rhythms of the early street corner groups, The RB Express offers a perfect blend of your favorite music. This will be a night to remember! For more information, contact 609-4898600.
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ASHI CPR, AED, And Basic First Aid Combination Training
LANOKA HARBOR – The Praetorian Agency is hosting the ASHI CPR, AED and First Aid Combination Training Program in Lanoka Harbor on August 15, 6-10 p.m. This course is an excellent choice for both the community and workplace setting, and
conforms to the 2015 AHA Guidelines Update for CPR and ECC, and the 2015 AHA and ARC Guidelines Update for First Aid. This program helps develop basic first aid knowledge and skills, and the confidence to respond to emergencies. The certification is valid for 2 years.
“A Community That Cares”
LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Join Pinelands Wildcat Athletics on Saturday, August 25 from 7-10 a.m. at the Pinelands Regional School
District for the 10th Annual 5 K Race and Family 1 mile walk! The walk will benefit Pinelands Athletics and local families in need.
Free Document Shredding
TUCKERTON – The campaign headquarters for Schlick and Nugent will be hosting a Free Document Shredding program with free ice cream on August 13 from 2-7 p.m. The program will be held at 46 Great Bay Blvd.
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Lacey Library August Events
LACEY – Join the Lacey Library for events throughout the month of August! This month’s Meeting Room Art will be by Lacey SAIL Teens from August 1-31. One-on-One Computer Instruction: All month. Assistance with computers, library resources, eReaders and tablets. Available by appointment only. Please call 609-693-8566. All Wednesdays, 1 p.m.: English Conversation Group. Practice English in an informal setting. All Thursdays,12 p.m.: Mah Jongg Mavens & Masters. Have you always wanted to learn how to play Mah Jongg? You can learn by watching seasoned players. Do you already know? Either way, come join us. August 11, 2 p.m.: Unlocking the Mystery of Your Dreams. What are your dreams telling you? Connect more deeply to your intuition by tapping into your dreams. Join us for this dream interpretation class with medium RoseMarie Rubinetti Cappiello who will teach you how to understand your dreams. Please register. August 13, 12 and 1 p.m.: Music and Movement with Friends. A musical program for adults with special challenges and their caregivers, with Joan Seele-Goold. There are 2 sessions – please register for one session only. This program made possible by a grant from the KearnyBank Foundation. Please register. August 14, 5:30 p.m.: Meet the Mayor. Stop in and meet the mayor in an informal setting. August 16, 10 a.m.: Art with Friends. An art program for adults with special challenges and
their caregivers. This program made possible by a grant from the Kearny Bank Foundation. REG. August 17, 1 p.m.: Adult Craft: Yarn Bottles & Jars. Join us as we mix recycled glass bottles & jars with yarn to create beautiful flower holders. Beginner crafters welcome. August 20, 1 p.m.: Brooklyn by Colm Toibin. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. August 22, 6 p.m.: Evening Film: Pitch Perfect 3 (PG-13) 93 min. Please register. August 25, 2 p.m.: Opera Recital with Christa Dalmazio. Back by popular demand, graduate of Manhattan School of Music, coloratura soprano will perform operatic, art song, and classic musical theater selections by composers including Mozart, Vivaldi, Donizetti, Strauss, and Bernstein. Please register. August 27, 2-7 p.m.: American Red Cross Blood Drive. Please make an appointment to donate blood at the Lacey branch. Visit redcrossblood.org or call 609-693-8566. August 28, 2 p.m.: Elder Law Seminar. Learn how to plan during your retirement years with Certified Elder Law Attorney Scott M. Hanula. Topics presented include wills, estate tax planning, and more. Please register. August 29, 6:30 p.m.: Jersey Shore Weather 101. Learn all about basic meteorology, what goes into weather forecasting for the Jersey Shore, and explore an overview of the largest, historical storms that have hit our area. Presented by Jonathan Carr, weather enthusiast and founder of Weather NJ. Please register.
Indoor Flea Market
FORKED RIVER – The Forked River Presbyterian Church is sponsoring an Indoor Flea Market on Saturday, September 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rent a table for $20 and sell your merchandise and rent additional tables for $15. Early Bird Special rental is $15 for one table and $10 for additional tables, if your registration form is postmarked by September 1. You keep all the profits. We provide: 6 foot tables, publicity throughout the area, town permits, and parking. Refreshments, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch will be available for purchase. A Home Baked Dessert Table will be fea-
tured. Also available are beautifully hand crafted items for the season, books and games, toys, and household items. A Special Christmas in September Table with holiday decorations and gifts will make its debut this year. The Boutique Tables will be back for jewelry, handbags, scarves and accessory bargains. Call the Church Office at 609-693-5624 weekdays between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. for a registration form. Space is limited so register early. Deadline to register is Wednesday, September 12. We are located at 131 North Main Street (Route 9) where everyone is welcome!
Fired Up Car Show And Vendor Fair
MANAHAWKIN – The Fired Up Car Show & Vendor Fair, sponsored by the Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 and the Ladies Auxiliary, will be held on August 25 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. There will be food and prizes for People’s Choice, Chief’s Award, President’s Award and
Best Appearing Fire Apparatus. Admission is free. It is $15 to register a car or $30 for a vendor table. For more Information or to enter a car or vendor, email staffordtwpladiesaux47@gmail. com or visit our Facebook page facebook.com/ Stafford-Twp-Fire-Company-Ladies-Auxiliary.
Manahopkin Craft Beer And Music Festival Manahawkin Lake Park
STAFFORD- The Manahopkin Craft Beer Festival will be held on Saturday, August 11 from 12 to 7 p.m. at Manahawkin Lake Park. Tickets at the door will be $35. The festival will feature 50 craft beers on tap, 25 breweries, 8 bands, food trucks and activities for kids.
Non-drinkers will not be charged for entering. Drinkers will be required to buy a glass and tickets for beer samples. Proceeds from this event benefit the Stafford Township Police Benevolent Association annual Toy Drive. The Stafford PBA will accept additional donations tor Toy Drive.
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Stafford Branch August Events
STAFFORD – Join the Stafford Library for adult and children events throughout the month of August! Events labeled “CH” are children’s; “A” adults; and “F” family. Please register! CH – August 22, 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Time. Stories, music, movement, and the parachute. Ages 2-3. REG CH – August 24, 10:30 a.m.: Wigglers & Walkers. Foster little one’s motor, sensory, and social skills. Join us for books, rhymes, songs, and movement, followed by playtime. For children under 2 years of age, but older siblings are welcome. REG CH– August 11, 1 p.m.: Layla: Read to a Therapy Dog. Practice reading alongside a gentle, beautiful therapy dog. CH – August 13, 2 p.m.: LEGO Builders Club. We supply the bricks, you bring the ideas! Ages 5-12. REG CH – August 15, 10 a.m.: Make & Play Puppets and Music. Make puppets to use with our
puppet theatre and try a variety of instruments. Ages 5-9. REG CH – August 21, 12:30 p.m.: “Little Al Dinosaur” Be a Paleontologist for the day. Touch a real dinosaur egg, teeth, and bones. Help rebuild “Little Al” the Allosaurus. Ages 3+. REG CH – August 22, 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Time. Stories, music, movement, and the parachute. Ages 2-3. REG F – August 22, 2 p.m.: OCL Puppet Show Players Present: Children Make Terrible Pets What happens when a young bear finds a boy in the woods and she wants to keep him for a pet? This puppet show is based on Peter Brown’s Children Make Terrible Pets. Ages 2 and up. REG CH – August 29, 10:30 a.m.: So Long, Storytime. Join us for special storytime for children entering Kindergarten this year. REG CH/TW – August 30, 6:30 p.m.: End of Summer Party. Fun for those who have finished the Summer Reading Program. All ages. REG.
SORA Recertification Program
LANOKA Harbor – The SORA Recertification Program will be held on August 15 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Praetorian Agency. The SORA Recertification Program provides the student with the required curriculum and training hours as mandated by the Security Officer Registration Act. This course is applicable to returning applicants
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LONG BEACH – Family Promise of SOC is holding a Stand Up Paddle Board Family Event on Aug. 14 at 6 p.m. in Bayview Park, Long Beach Township, LBI. There will be entertainment, including face painting
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5th Annual Pig Roast
MANAHAWKIN – The Manahawkin Motorcycle Committee is hosting the 5th annual Pig Roast on August 26 from 1-5 p.m. at the Manahawkin Elks Lodge. Come out for food,
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LOVELADIES – Join instructor Crystal while she walks you through the process of Indigo Dyeing at the LBI Foundation on August
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By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little, along with Freehold Joseph Vicari, are urging residents and visitors to exercise water safety when enjoying the outdoors in Ocean County, be it at the beach, the bay, rivers, lakes, or backyard. For the body, it’s important to stay hydrated, especially as the heat continues to grip the region. For safety, it’s important to be aware of dangers water may pose. “As much fun as we can have enjoying our beaches and water activities, it is important to watch out for mother nature. You want to look out for signs warning that the water you swim in is not clean, as polluted water can make you sick. Teach your kids not to swallow water anytime. You also want to make sure you keep clear of objects in the water like water plants and animals. If you see them, go the other way. We have all heard of the stinging jellyfish, which you want to beware of,” Ocean County Health
Department Public Health Coordinator Daniel E. Regenye said. Regenye offered these tips: • Do learn to swim. • Do take a friend along when swimming or boating, you never know when you may need help. • Do know your limits – watch out for the “toos” – too tired, too cold, too far from safety, too much sun, too much activity. • Do swim where a lifeguard is present and follow all signs and warnings. • Do wear a life jacket when boating. • Do stay alert to the currents. If caught in a current, don’t fight it. Swim parallel to the shore until you have passed through it. • Do keep an eye on the weather. Summer storms pop up quickly. • Don’t mess around in the water. • Don’t dive into shallow water. If you don’t know how deep the water is, don’t dive. For more information, visit ochd.org or phu2.org.
2018 Cycle4Awareness Charity Ride
BARNEGAT LIGHT – Join Cycle4Awareness for their annual Charity Ride on September 9, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. The journey will be on Long Beach Island, starting at the Barnegat Lighthouse in Barnegat. You can choose from three different rides: • The 5 miles is geared to all that want to be a part of the day and enjoy a bike ride. • The 18 mile cyclists will go from Barnegat Light to Ship Bottom then return back to Barnegat Light.
• The 36 mile cyclists will go from Barnegat Light to Holgate then back to Barnegat Light. There is also an after party located on 10th Street in Barnegat Light after the ride. There are no ID requirements or age limit. The event will start in Barnegat Light and there is plenty of parking there. A helmet is required for the younger ones and no alcohol is permitted. For more information, email or call Cathy at 609-709-8541 or lbicathy@comcast.net.
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LACEY – Join the Lacey Elks for a Roadside Yard Sale on the first Saturday of the month, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Rain date is on Sunday. Proceeds will benefit the Special Needs
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)
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We’re here to help you. Sneezing and congestion may be the most obvious symptoms of seasonal allergies, but these annual annoyances can also cause lasting damage to your hearing. If you experience seasonal allergies, you’re no doubt familiar with the itching, sneezing and congestion that grows with the new flowers each spring. These are the typical symptoms of a seasonal allergic reaction, but there’s one symptom that you may not be aware of, hearing loss. Less common than other allergy symptoms and often mild, this kind of hearing loss is frequently overshadowed by other debilitating effects like sneezing and itchy eyes. Fortunately, most forms of allergy-related hearing loss are the result of congestion. The eustachian tubes – small vents in the back of the throat that regulate air pressure in the middle ear – can become clogged by mucus or swelling as easily as the sinuses or nasal cavity, producing a feeling of fullness in the ear and causing speech to sound distant or muffled. Once the congestion dissipates, the eustachian tubes usually clear and hearing returns to normal. On rare occasions, though, the eustachian
tubes don’t clear, which can result in a burst eardrum. This happens when fluid gathers in the middle ear. If too much fluid or air builds up too quickly with no drain available, the pressure can cause a rupture. This can result in significant hearing damage, but fortunately, with a bit of vigilance, you can protect your hearing throughout the year. If you experience any of the following symptoms during allergy season, contact us immediately. 1. A sudden change in your hearing abilities 2. Voices sounding muffled or muddied 3. Feeling like you need to “pop” your ears, or that your ears are “full” 4. Dizziness or vertigo 5. Nagging pain within the ear, especially if it is prolonged or seems to be getting worse with time 6. Fluid discharge from the ear While medications are available to reduce the risk of infection and alleviate congestion, and surgical intervention can be prescribed for severe cases, the key to protecting your hearing is detecting potential problems as early as possible.
Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health. His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-818-3610 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Expanded Whiting Hours!
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LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Long Beach Island Health Department is asking for a little help with filling out a survey. Please take a moment if you are over 18 for this Important Health Survey! Together with Ocean County Health Department, Long Beach Island Health Department, Prosecutor’s Office and other community partners, the DART Prevention Coalition has launched a community assessment survey for Ocean County residents. All responses are confidential and anony-
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Mangoes Are Magnificent Unless You Are Allergic
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Mangoes are one of the most popular fruits around the world. The first thing I want you to know is that the peel of the fruit is a common cause for dermatitis for some of you. It contains the same compound found in poison ivy, oak and sumac which is called urushiol which the plant uses as its own defense mechanism. Mango fruit contain many different antioxidants, some of which you might recognize like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, copper, potassium and magnesium. Eating it regularly could provide some protection against a wide range of physiological disorders, infection and pain. Here are some things that mangoes can do to improve your health: 1. Reduce Blood Sugar: Researchers fed mice some freeze-dried mango meal, and gave the other half of the mice a medication for diabetes called Rosiglitazone (Avandia). The mangoes worked as well at reducing blood sugar as the prescription drug! 2. Reduce Pain and Inflammation: Like most other fruits, mango contains a class of compounds called polyphenols. These are known to be hugely beneficial, particularly for their anti-inflammatory properties. When you reduce inflammation, you naturally reduce pain too. 3. Relieve Constipation: Eating more fiber can make a big difference, and mangoes (like all fruits and vegetables) gives you a jump start on that by providing a lot of natural fiber. But it stands apart from other
fruits due to the way mangiferin and other compounds that reduce intestinal inflammation. A recent study showed that eating one mango each day improved constipation symptoms much more than taking an equivalent amount of dietary fiber. 4. Protect Your GI Tract: Tons of research has focused on the gut microbiome (the mix of bacteria in the gut) in the past few years. We know that probiotics can have a positive influence, but who thinks of mangoes?! The research I read shows that mice fed a diet rich in mango showed dramatic alterations in their gut bacteria. It helps to normalize your gut flora. 5. Protects Your Brain: Mango leaf extract has even been shown to protect the brain. In mice exposed to cadmium, a toxic heavy metal that causes serious brain damage, mango leaf extract was shown to protect the brain. If you’re not allergic to mangoes, add them to your salads and smoothies. Please be sure one hundred percent sure you are not allergic to this delicious fruit, because again, the skin/peel, stem and leaves impart urushiol, which is also found in poison ivy. It doesn’t impact everyone, in fact I’m not allergic at all the mangoes, but for some, the reaction can cause your lips and tongue, or the skin around your lips and chin to itch and burn. It can cause fullon anaphylaxis! So I just want you to be warned mangoes like many tropical fruits can cause a problem, and sometimes it’s a new onset allergy. If you’re not sensitive, enjoy them as often as you can.
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providing the coloring sheets and color, but feel free to bring your own. August 15, 6 p.m.: Bridge. Bridge is a fun and challenging game to be enjoyed by players of all ages. Come and join us to learn to play. Please register. August 16, 10:30 a.m.: Mother Goose Lap Sit. R hythm, rhyme, music and movement for children up to 17 months with caregiver. Please register. August 16, 2 p.m.: Reverse American Idol “Contestants” (that’s you) perform horrible songs as terribly as they can. It’s so fun to perform badly. For teens grades 7–12. August 16, 7 p.m.: Marvelous Sleuths Book Club. Walking on My Grave by Carolyn Hart. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk. August 17, 11 a.m.: Humor Through Music with Pete Grigis. Celebrate life through humor and music featuring keyboards and comedy. Please register. August 21, 1 p.m.: Little Egg Harbor Book Discussion. Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie By C. Alan Bradley. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk. August 22, 6:30 p.m.: Get Your Knit On: Knit Night. Join us for knitting night at the Library, for beginners and fanatics looking for inspiration and camaraderie. August 25, 2 p.m.: Vegetable Seed Saving. Please join us as a Master Gardener teaches how to save vegetable seeds, saving time and money. Register. August 27, 10:30 a.m.: Back to School Stories. Listen to stories about school situations and solutions and then make a craft. All ages. Please register. August 28, 10:30 a.m.: Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch. New members are always welcome. Join us and support your local library. August 28, 6 p.m.: Adult Video Gamers Club. Are you an adult who is interested in playing classic and contemporary video games and making new friends? Do you want to discuss and play classic and contemporary games? Join the Little Egg Harbor Video Gamers Club! This eclectic group of people range from hardcore gamers to the weekend warriors. Please register. August 30, 2 p.m.: Game Time. Familiar and new games make for a great way to end the summer. For teens grades 7–12.
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MANAHAWKIN – Come out to the Manahawkin Lake Park on Saturday, September 15, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., for the Maker’s Festival! Entry to festival grounds is free. There is a $10 entry fee to the Biergarten which includes a complimentary mug and one free beer. A portion of event proceeds benefit Alliance for a Living Ocean, scholarship at Southern & Pinelands Regional High Schools, The Stafford Historical Society and the Stafford Community Garden at Lake Manahawkin.
Bring a re-fillable water bottle as there will be no pre-packaged water sold onsite. Alliance for a Living Ocean will be set up with potable water stations for re-filling. Yoga is complimentary, we encourage early sign ups to reserve your spot in a class, however they are not required. There will be face painters and henna on site, these are donation-based. There will be tables and shade, however bringing your own chairs and blankets is always encouraged. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome.
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CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate Condo For Sale - Lakewood off Shorrock St. Lions Head Woods. Living room and dining room, large family room and kitchen. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, back deck. Call 732-920-7786 or cell 732-703-4298. (33) Rental or Sale-Toms River Homestead Run 55+. 2 BR, 1 Ba or 2 BR 1.5 Ba. Call 732-370-2300 www.homesteadrun.com. (37)
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Help Wanted Now Hiring – The Goddard School on Route 70 is seeking full time Teacher’s Assistant and leads for the upcoming school year. We provide a warm, loving environment for children up to six years. Must have a flexible schedule, available Mon-Fri. Benefits include paid time off, 401k and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about these positions, email your resume to tomsriver2nj@goddardschools.com
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Help Wanted 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! $1000 Sign On Bonus for FT. 3-11 in Skilled Nursing. 3-11 FT CNA(E/O weekend) 3 positions – Skilled Nursing. 7-3 CNA FT(E/O Weekend – 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. 3-11 PT CHHA3 days week (e/o weekend) 1 Position – Assisted Living. 11-7 PT (e/o weekend)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 (36) 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)
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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 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service. Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400. Gutters cleaned. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (36) Gardening Summer Services – Deep water to protect plants, plant care, maintenance, shrub beds trim, fertilize. Experienced - reasonable prices. Richard 732-232-8144. (30) All in 1 General Contracting/Handyman Services - All phases of interior and exterior repair,improvments, renovation. From A-Z, big or small, we do it all. Call Clark 732-850-5060. Lic #13VH06203500. (35) Caregiver With Car - HHA. License. Great references. Looking for part time/full time job. I live in Lakewood. 973-204-0108. (32)
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The Original Family Fence A fully licensed and insured company in Ocean County has specialized in unique fence repairs and installations around the Garden State for over 35 years. We want your gate repairs, sectional repairs, and new installation inquiries! No job is too small for us to tend to in a day’s time. Call us today for your free estimate You might just be surprised with what is possible. NJ LIC: 13VH09125800. Phone 732773-3933, 732-674-6644. (37) Super Natural Painting - Interior, exterior, custom painting, powerwashing. 20 years experience. Free estimates. Honest, dependable. D.P. 848992-4108. References available. (32) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (40) Landscape Services - Clean ups, dethatching, mulch & stone beds trimming, planting, & tearouts & more Call with needs 732-678-8681. (19)
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Marijuana Not Decriminalized, But Cases Put On Hold
By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY –The New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal has asked municipal prosecutors to hold off prosecuting marijuana-related criminal cases until at least Sept. 4. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, which does act in a supervisory role to municipal courts, said the local courts will honor the attorney general’s request. Spokesman Al Della Fave told Jersey Shore Online that the prosecutor’s office didn’t have any further comments on the directive at this time. “Not much to say other than the [Attorney General] has asked that the municipal court matters related to marijuana be put on hold to Sept. 4…OCPO will honor his request,” Della Fave said in a July 24 email. Grewal’s action came in response to Jersey City’s move last week to decriminalize some marijuana charges, have prosecutors seek dismissal in low-level marijuana charges, and move some defendants - those with criminal records and signs of addiction - to the city’s community court. The attorney general’s July 24 letter to municipal and county prosecutors said that they do not have the authority to make those decisions on how to prosecute marijuana cases, but that he would form a working group to study and clarify how prosecutors can and should proceed. He asked that they adjourn all marijuana-related offenses until Sept. 4, which will give his office time to formulate guidelines. His director of communications, Sharon Lauchaire, issued a strong clarification that same day. “…the Attorney General did not com-
mit to the final outcome of the working group or the content of the forthcoming directive. The Attorney General also reiterated that municipal prosecutors do not have the authority to unilaterally decriminalize marijuana-related offenses,” Lauchaire wrote. Toms River attorney Michael B. Cooke told Jersey Shore Online the attorney general was put “in a tough position” by what Jersey City did. Cooke agrees with Grewal that it’s not within the power of the municipal prosecutors to do what they did in Jersey City. Municipal courts aren’t allowed to have widely varying outcomes for the same kind of case. It can’t be legal in Jersey City but then you in trouble for it in Hoboken, Cooke said. Grewal’s directive applies only to municipal court cases - disorderly person offenses - for personal use amounts of marijuana, and likely parapher nalia associated with that. People will still be arrested, charged and tried for DUIs, as well as those who possess amounts larger than for personal use. “It is interesting because it seems like the [State] legislature is moving in the direction of some form of either decriminalization or legalization,” Cooke said. “There are individual arguments that I think could be successful in getting a dismissal. But I don’t think anything Earth-shattering has changed in the last 48 hours,” Cooke said. The county and a growing number of municipalities have it made it clear where they stand on the issue. Even if the day arrives that recreational marijuana is legalized, numerous municipalities around the county have banned the sale of it.
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By Jennifer Peacock FREEHOLD – How do you get from Springsteen’s hometown to the City of Angels? Freehold Township High School graduate David Iserson, television writer and author, knows. Film was always his goal. His new movie, “The Spy Who Dumped Me,” starring Mila Kunis, Kate McKinnon, Justin Theroux and Sam Heughan had its Los Angeles premiere July 25 and opens nationwide Aug. 3. Kunis and McKinnon star as Audrey and Morgan, Los Angeles-based best friends who find themselves in the middle of an international conspiracy thanks to Audrey’s ex-boyfriend, who has a team of assassins following him. It somehow falls on these two to save the world. In between promotions and getting ready for the premiere, he answered a few questions from Jersey Shore Online. Jersey Shore Online: The 11-year-old David had head shots, one you described as “Child Don Henley on the Cover of End of the Innocence Album.” What were your creative aspirations growing up in Freehold? David Iserson: I acted in school plays and small community theater productions and I went to weekly drawing and painting classes for much of my childhood. Growing up, I wanted to one day have my own comic strip. Something like Bloom County or Calvin and Hobbes. This dream didn’t happen. JSO: You graduated Freehold Township High School, then Northwestern University. Did you always have your sights set on Saturday Night Live? How did you land that writing gig (and when did you decide that you were more a writer than actor?)? What did you learn about the craft, and about yourself, during that time on SNL? DI: I did not have my sights set on SNL. I moved to Los Angeles to write. Film or television. I took a bunch of improv classes in Hollywood and did a little bit of stand-up, but I was never great at it. I ended up working as an assistant (getting lunches, fetching coffee) on some short-lived TV shows and a coworker put me in touch with someone who I could submit jokes to for Weekend Update. I got some jokes on the air and it led to a job there. So, I moved to New York. I didn’t work very long at SNL, but it was exciting. There was a great creative energy and that place is filled with mind-blowing talent. I learned a ton about how to write a joke, how to write fast and that, sometimes, your best ideas fall flat on their face - sometimes on national television. JSO: You seemingly went from “Live, from New York…” to Tinseltown. You’ve written for both critically acclaimed and viewer-beloved television shows such as “United States of Tara,” “Mad Men,” and “New Girl.” What was the transition like not only from New York to L.A., but sketch comedy to serial dramas and the 30-minute comedy? DI: I lived in LA before I worked in New York so moving back wasn’t really a transition. I loved working on so many shows and very different shows. I love writing all sorts of characters and the challenge of doing different things with different tones. But mostly, I love telling different kinds of stories and what all of those shows have in common is that working there meant sitting in a room with a ton of smart, talented people writing
stories together. JSO: You also wrote a young adult novel while writing on your television gigs, Firecracker, about a protagonist Astrid Krieger who lives in a rocket ship in her backyard and plots revenge against those allegedly conspiring to get her kicked out of prep school while she must suffer in public school. What did you decide about Astrid? Any more books on the horizon? DI: Astrid Krieger is a character I’ve long loved and I was searching for the right way to tell a story about her. I had written a series of short stories about her life and when I got the opportunity to write a whole novel, I was very excited. I’m incredibly proud of that book. But, writing books take forever and it’s hard to balance that and my other work. So, yes, more books in my future, but it’s moving slow. JSO: You said in an L.A. Times interview, where you were talking about Firecracker, that you like writing female characters. You wrote the screenplay for “The Spy Who Dumped Me” with Susanna Fogel, who also directed the film. How did you and Susanna come up with the story of Audrey and Morgan, and was it always going to be “Audrey and Morgan” (female leads)? Did you write them with Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon in mind? DI: Yes, I have spent a lot of my career writing strong female characters, as has Susanna, so writing about these great friends felt natural for both of us. Very shortly after we came up with the idea for the movie, the characters were almost fully formed in our heads and writing them was a lot of fun. No, we didn’t write them specifically for Mila and Kate but the characters expanded and adapted once we spent more time with Mila and Kate and we shaped them to those actors. JSO: What projects do you have lined up? DI: I’m working on a bunch of fun things… but they’re all secret. JSO: Neither you nor your wife are from Los Angeles. (David is married to award-winning taxidermist Allis Markham, originally from Madison, Indiana.) What fond memories do you hold of growing up in Freehold, and do you ever get back here to visit? What are your thoughts of the township, and the area in in general, now that you live elsewhere? DI: Morgan, Kate’s character in The Spy Who Dumped Me, is actually from Freehold as we discover in one scene that I will not spoil. My parents, sister, brother-in-law, nephew and niece all live in Manalapan, so I try to visit them at least once a year. My great-grandfather moved to Freehold in the 1920s so my roots in central Jersey run deep. It’s very much a part of my identity, though I’ve unlearned my accent (“wuh-ter,” “cawfee.”) When I visit I venture almost immediately to Chinese food at Szechuan Star on Route 9 and then, for my next meal, pizza at Federici’s. When you live in LA and are from New Jersey, you get a lot of “Oh, you’re from New Jersey, do you know [some town I’ve never heard of]?” and then you say, “No,” and then there’s not much to talk about after that. For tickets and showtimes, visit tickets. thespywhodumpedme.movie. Follow Iserson on Instagram at @davidiserson.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of aug 11 - aug 17
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): You won’t need extra vitamins to forge ahead in the week to come. You might catch the eye of someone who shares fresh and stimulating ideas. Watch your bank account as there could be a mistake or error. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You believe the best of everyone but may believe in the impossible. An inclination to give chase to ephemeral dreams needs to be curbed in the week ahead. Be aware that some promises won’t be kept. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Someone’s optimistic. Glass-half-full view of the world leaves you begging to find an artesian well of never-ending bliss to call your own. You may be distracted by something of doubtful value as this week unfolds. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Those in close connection might be focused and determined to succeed while you prefer to taste for the finer things in life. A subtle shift of opinion occurs this week, which you can use to positively influence results. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may go to extremes to attain your dreams. Since your confidence is soaring in the week ahead you may spend your money freely. To keep the peace at any cost you might choose to be less competitive and lose out. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You might be more concerned with being attractive and liked than making an impression in the business world. Your loved one may be more romantic than usual and full of fun in the upcoming week.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Go for your goals. You may be stimulated by a desire for financial success so perform superlative work in the week ahead. You could put too much energy into pursuing extravagant and unnecessary expenditures. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Embrace inspiration. You can solidify your hopes and dreams because you are filled with creative imagination. Boy meets girl chemistry can create an unbreakable alloy or a supportive ally in the week ahead. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Write down your ideas so they will be on hand when needed in the future. People who have fought long and hard to achieve a position of prominence might offer you words of wisdom in the week ahead. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Inspire rather than conspire. You will impress others in the week ahead if your financial plans and strategies are transparent and aboveboard. Airing your ideas can unlock a door previously closed to you. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You are flirtatious and friendly this week, so someone may think you are serious about having a relationship. Don’t follow through on a passing fancy unless you are willing to give it your undivided attention. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You are in danger of being too easy-going so that you lose ground in a business matter or on the job. Being cooperative might get you in the door, but you must focus on upgrading your own future happiness, too.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Summer Pizza Party: Showcase The Heirloom Tomato Harvest On A Grilled Pizza By Wolfgang Puck
If you asked many food lovers to sum up August in two words, I would bet that right near the top of the list of responses you’d find “tomatoes” and “grilling.” We’re now at the peak of tomato season. Home gardens and farmers’ markets stalls are bringing us a special delight with their wide assortment of heirloom tomatoes - old-fashioned varieties prized for their wonderfully varied colors, patterns and flavors. But how do you combine tomatoes and grilling? Sure, you’ll find cherry tomatoes speared on kabobs, despite the fact that they usually soften too much on the grill, becoming difficult to eat. Similar results also happen for many cooks who try to slice and grill a tomato like they would an onion. I think, however, that I’ve found a perfect way to grill heirloom tomatoes: on top of a pizza! That suggestion may cause some eyebrows to rise, I’m sure. Grilled pizza? Is that even possible? Others who have enjoyed grilled pizza at enterprising restaurants know that the specialty makes perfect sense. After all, an outdoor grill isn’t all that different from a pizza oven fueled by wood, charcoal or gas. A grill’s fire bed throws off heat that’s intense enough to firm up a lightly oiled piece of rolled-out pizza dough in a matter of seconds, so there’s no danger of it drooping through the grid and into the fire. After you flip over that dough with long-handled grill tongs or a spatula, quickly spread some sauce, toppings and cheese on top, and cover the grill; it takes a few minutes more for the cheese to melt and the crust to finish cooking to deeply browned crispiness. Sounds delicious, doesn’t it? And it’s so easy to do! So why not top your grilled pizza with some slices of firm-but-juicy heirloom tomatoes, perfectly complemented by my light pesto sauce? I also share my recipe for homemade pizza dough, which takes only minutes to mix up in a food processor; then you wait a few hours for it to rise. Or, simply look for packages of ready-to-use pizza dough in the refrigerated case of a well-stocked market. You can heat up the grill to make the pizzas on their own; or, for a larger gathering, prepare and serve them as an appetizer to enjoy while your main dish is grilling. Either way, I hope my grilled pizza recipe will become a regular feature when you cook outdoors - especially now, when heirloom tomatoes are so abundant and delicious. GR I L L E D H E I R L O OM TOM ATO PIZZAS WITH PESTO Makes 4 pizzas, each 8 inches (20 cm) 1 batch Wolfgang’s Pizza Dough (recipe follows), or 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) good-quality store-bought dough, divided into 4 balls Light Pesto (recipe follows) 1/2 cup (125 mL) extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra as needed 2 cups (500 mL) freshly shredded mozzarella cheese 2 cups (500 mL) freshly shredded fontina cheese 16 slices medium-sized ripe heirloom tomatoes, each slice about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick 1/2 cup (125 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese Fresh basil leaves, cut crosswise into thin julienne strips, for garnish If using Wolfgang’s Pizza Dough, start preparing it at least 3 1/2 hours or up to two days ahead.
Before making the pizzas, preheat an outdoor grill for direct-heat cooking. (If the grill doesn’t have a lid, select a large domed pot lid or a baking pan for inverting over the pizzas.) Meanwhile, prepare the pesto (see following recipe). Stretch each dough ball, or roll it out on a lightly floured surface, to a diameter just over 8 inches (20 cm). Brush the dough on both sides with olive oil. Dampen a folded paper towel with more oil and, using long grill tongs, and lightly grease the cooking grid. Working with as many rounds of dough as fit comfortably on the grid and under the lid, drape the dough on the grid and cover. Grill until the underside is golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Uncover and use tongs to flip the dough over. Using a long-handled spoon or brush, quickly coat each pizza with pesto. Sprinkle with mozzarella and fontina, and distribute 4 tomato slices on top of each pizza. Immediately cover and cook until the cheese has melted and the underside is well browned, about 3 minutes longer. With a long spatula, remove each pizza to a cutting board, sprinkle each with Parmesan, and cut into wedges. Drizzle lightly with olive oil, garnish with basil, and serve. Repeat with any remaining dough and toppings. WOLFGANG’S PIZZA DOUGH Makes 4 balls, each about 6 ounces (185 g) 1 package active dry or fresh yeast 1 teaspoon honey 1 cup (250 mL) warm water, 105 F to 115 F (40 C to 46 C) 3 cups (750 mL) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and honey in 1/4 cup (60 mL) warm water. In a food processor, combine the flour and salt. Add the oil, yeast mixture, and remaining water, and process until the mixture forms a ball. Turn out onto a clean work surface, and knead by hand 2 or 3 minutes longer, until smooth and firm. Cover with a clean, damp towel, and let rise in a cool spot for about 2 hours. (When ready, the dough will stretch when lightly pulled). Divide the dough into 4 equal balls. Work each by pulling down the sides and tucking under the bottom. Repeat four or five times. Then on a smooth, unfloured surface, roll each under the palm of your hand until the smooth and firm, about 1 minute. Cover with a damp towel and let rest 1 hour. At this point, the balls can be wrapped in plastic and refrigerated for up to two days. LIGHT PESTO Makes about 1/2 cup (125 mL) 1/2 cup (125 mL) loosely packed fresh basil leaves 2 medium garlic cloves, peeled and trimmed 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon cold water Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Put the basil, garlic, oil, zest and water in a small food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Pulse in salt and pepper to taste.
(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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