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By William Clanton LONG BEACH ISLAND – Marking the 30th year of all that is chowder, Chowderfest came back to the Island, this time greater than ever. The weather was just perfect with barely any clouds in the sky, a nice warm island sun and a gentle, cool sea breeze. The open field in the heart of Bay Village was packed so tight with locals, travelers and chowder epicureans, along with the many vendors that participated in this phenomenal event. Live music and the wonderful aroma of red, white creative chowders filled the air. (Chowderfest - See Page 4)
–Photos by William Clanton Left, Crunchy the T-Rex made his annual appearance at Chowderfest. Right, Over 13,000 chowder fans gathered to taste some of the best chowder at the shore.
Barnegat Honors Student “Upstanders”
By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – The Sept. 25 Board of Education meeting awarded the first six student “upstanders” as part of the new district-wide initiative under superintendent Dr. Brian Latwis. One student from each of the district’s schools is chosen each month and honored at the monthly meeting for demonstrating upstanding qualities in the classroom. Each student receives a plaque and a gift card from a local restaurant. This month was sponsored by Dolce Bagels on West Bay Avenue. They supplied the district with $300 worth of gift cards for the upstanders, $50 for each student. (Honors - See Page 2)
–Photos by Kimberly Bosco Superintendent Dr. Brian Latwis and Chief of Police Keith Germain pose with upstanding students from the district.
Barnegat Business Administrator Migrates To Stafford
By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – The Barnegat Township Board of Education approved the resignation of the school district’s business administrator, Lourdes LaGuardia, at the Sept. 25 meeting. LaGuardia has served as the board secretary and business administrator for Barnegat Schools for the past six years; her resignation is effective December 7, 2018. Although LaGuardia is leaving Barnegat, she is not going very far. She will become successor to Dan Smith, business administrator for the Stafford Township School District. The Stafford Board of Education approved LaGuardia’s addition at a special Sept. 11 meeting. Stafford Superintendent George Chidiac noted that this was a valuable addition to the district, stating (Administrator - See Page 2)
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that LaGuardia “is somebody with a lot of experience.” Even better, LaGuardia is a resident of Stafford Township, which means that she is and has been aware of district happenings. “She understands what’s going on in Stafford and what our needs are as a district,” said Chidiac. LaGuardia’s resignation in Barnegat is not effective for another two months; she will be starting with the Stafford District as of Dec. 11. Stafford officials noted that LaGuardia’s extensive experience as a business administrator will make her an asset to the community. She had previously worked in similar capacity for Central Regional and
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Continued From Page 1 September’s upstanders are: • Molly Ryan. Cecil S. Collins Elementary, Grade 5 • Julia Becker, Joseph T. Donahue Elementary, Grade 4 • Michael Buono, Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary, Kindergarten • Carson Abbato, Robert L. Horbelt Ele-
Ocean Gate school districts. Smith officially left the district on Sept. 26. Holding LaGuardia’s place in Stafford is interim business administrator John Parades. Parades was present at the Sept. 19 board meeting to discuss the recent mold issues in all five schools with local parents. Parades’ position extends from Sept. 5 through Nov. 2. Depending on whether Parades can extend his stay, the board might soon be looking for a second interim hire until LaGuardia’s start date. LaGuardia’s resignation was made official on Sept. 25 and the job posting for a new business administrator for the Barnegat schools closed on Sept. 28, according to Barnegat Superintendent Dr. Brian Latwis. “At that point we will schedule interviews and go from there,” he said.
mentary, Grade 4 • Christopher Dringus, Russell O. Brackman Middle School, Grade 6 • Madison Payer, Barnegat High School, Grade 12 The upstander initiative not only awards students for kind behavior, but it also encourages family togetherness by giving out gift cards to local restaurants where families can eat and spend time together, according to district officials.
All Spent Fuel Removed At Oyster Creek
By Kimberly Bosco FORKED RIVER – An official notice released by Exelon Generation stated that as of September 25, 2018 all fuel has been officially removed from the reactor. “All fuel has been permanently removed from the OCNGS [Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station] reactor vessel and
placed in the Spent Fuel Pool (SFP). Spent fuel is currently being stored in the SFP and the Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI),” stated the notice. Oyster Creek has officially shut down and is no longer authorized to operate the reactor or store fuel in the reactor.
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The holy day of chowder kicked off on Sunday at 11 a.m. (10 a.m. for VIP access). All these things made this year’s Chowderfest one of the best years so far. With a record breaking 13,000 Chowderheads in attendance, the 30th annual event marked one of the largest ever. Restaurants from all across the LBI region, and even one group from as far as Ireland (Nancy’s Barn of Ballyliffin, Ireland), presented gallons of red (Manhattan), white (New England), and creative chowders; each with their own personal touch, flavor and story. “Great weather, great restaurants. More people than ever before ... So many people wanted to come. This has become more than just an event, this is something that people bring their families too,” said Chowderfest coordinator Todd Elasasser. The top three winners this year for red, white and creative chowders go to: Lefty’s Tavern once again for the best red (Manhattan) chowder, Howard’s Restaurant for the best white clam chowder, and Blue Water Cafe for the best creative chowder.
Of the many honorable mentions this year, the most unique chowder belongs to the WooHoo for their clam chowder ice cream. The ice cream itself actually contains clams, corn, butter and other seasonings, making it a genuine clam chowder ice cream. When questioned about their outrageous decision to make a chowder ice cream, Megan Kilroy, owner of the WooHoo in Beach Haven said, “We make all of our ice cream from scratch ... We make tons of creative flavors of ice cream and just thought ‘why not?’.” After tasting it, several attendees had their own opinions on it. Teresa Belotti a curious attendee tasted it, and when asked she said, “It has a great taste, it’s refreshing … It’s a little crazy, but we’re liking it.” The event had initially kicked off this past Saturday with the free Merchant Market. This featured tons of chamber vendors offering great end-of-season bargains, local specialties, gourmet food and live music; as well as a wide variety of beers on tap, hard ciders and a new wine by the glass selection. There were also children friendly activities which included hands-on crafts and a command performance of Crunchy the T-Rex.
They say the road to Chowderfest is a long one, but never quite as long as our friends from Ballyliffin, Ireland. With 3,162 miles under their belt, Kieran Doherty and his culinary team traveled all the way from Ireland just to participate in LBI’s 30th annual Chowderfest cook-off. Back in Ireland they won the national championship for the best chowder as well as the world’s best chowder back in Rhode Island. “These people are just crazy about chowder and we are just blown away,” said Kieran Doherty, chef and owner of Nancy’s Barn. The Southern Ocean Chamber of Commerce gave a special thanks to the 19 restaurants that pleased and fed crowds throughout the day. Those include: Blue Water Cafe, Cuisine on the Green at Atlantis, Delaware Avenue Oyster House & Bar, La Bamba, Nancy’s Barn Ballyliffin, Sunny Rae’s Kitchen, The WooHoo, Bistro 14 Restaurant & Raw Bar, Black Whale Bar & Fish House, Buckalew’s Restaurant & Tavern, Lefty’s Tavern, Ocean County College’s hospitality club, Stefano’s Restaurant, Country Kettle Chowda, Howard’s Seafood Restaurant, Polly’s Dock, The Chicken or the Egg (CHEGG), Tuckers Tavern and
Wally’s. The closing ceremonies began with Tony Luke Jr., world renowned restaurant entrepreneur and competitive food network star, who took the stage to give special thanks and wish good luck to all the restaurants for their extraordinary efforts. Tony was responsive for the launching of the #brownandwhite initiative, designed to fight the stigma surrounding opioid and heroin addictions in memory of his son Anthony. Glenn Kalina from WJRZ FM served as Master of Ceremonies, with assistance by the Southern Ocean County Chamber Officers, Edible Jersey Publisher Ray Painter, Tony Luke Jr. and Chowderfest coordinator Todd Elsasser. Together they announced the winners of the event: New England • Grand Champion: Howard’s Restaurant • 2nd Place: Chicken or the Egg • 3rd Place Country Kettle Chowda Manhattan • Grand Champion: Lefty’s • 2nd Place: Stefano’s • 3rd Place: Buckalews Creative Chowder • Grand Champion: Blue Water Café • 2nd Place: Nancy’s Barn • 3rd Place: The WooHoo • Rookie of the Year: Nancy’s Barn Ireland • Best Interpretation of the Theme: Country Kettle Chowda • Best Shore Motif: Black Whale Bar & Fish House • Most Enthusiastic: Nancy’s Barn Ireland • Most Creative Booth: Delaware Oyster House In addition, the 2018 Grand Champions received a special recognition award from Edible NJ Magazine. All of the proceeds earned from the event go directly to the hundreds of local charities and other events, as well as scholarships to the local school districts. Being that this was their 30th year, the previous year’s restaurants voted for a qualifying nonprofit to be the “Chowder for A Cause Charity.” The selected charity then earns a large portion of the proceeds of the event. David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation was selected for this year and was there throughout the event.
–Photos by William Clanton (Above) Returning Champion Lefty’s Tavern leads in the red category. (Bottom) The Impulsives had the crowd chanting for one more song.
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OCEAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
2018 SEASONAL INFLUENZA AND PNEUMOCOCCAL VACCINATION SITES
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Influenza and Pneumonia vaccinations are FREE if enrolled in Medicare Part B. If not enrolled in Medicare Part B, or you have a Medicare Managed Care Plan, the cost will be $20.00 (cash or check).
What’s New with Seasonal Flu?
• All people 6 months of age and older should get vaccinated against seasonal Flu every year • Children younger than 6 months are at high risk of serious flu illness but are too young to be vaccinated. People who care for them should be vaccinated instead • Vaccination is especially important for pregnant women and people with chronic diseases • The flu vaccines offered at the OCHD Flu Clinics protect you against four different flu viruses (strains) • Two (2) Choices of Flu vaccine are available from OCHD: 1. “Regular” dose injection in the muscle for all people 6 months of age and older • 2. “High-dose” injection in the muscle for people 65 years of age and older
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL Local Hospital Treats The Whole Person, Not Just The Disease I want to share what happened to me when I went to the emergency ser vices depar t ment at Community Hospital in Toms River, on Su nd ay, the 16th of September. A f r iend d rove me t o t he ho s pit a l a nd we went into the e m e r g e n c y a r e a . It was well-kept, clean, and brightly lit! I was treated with kindness, dig n it y, hu mor, and gentleness. The entire staff was welcoming and smiling. T hey made me feel that I was the most importa nt p e r s o n i n t h e i r lives for the time they took care of me. I had to have several different kinds of tests, all of which were programmed by timed appointments and done within a few minutes as planned. No waiting on a gurney in any hallways. It w a s n e c e s s a r y for me to stay at the hospital overnight for o b s e r v a t io n . T h e r e is a new par t of the
emergency area called R DU, wh ich st a nd s for radical diagnosis unit. It was well-attended by physicians, nurses, aides and other person nel so that at no time did I feel stressed or abandoned. I ret u r ned home on Monday with recommendations to further explore the problem I was having. Tu e s d ay, a m e m ber of staff called to make sure that I would fol l ow u p w i t h m y personal physicians. When I did speak to t he m , t he y a d v i s e d me that the hospital h a d a l s o s p oke n t o them to alert them to my problems. Happily, when I shared this experience with some friends at Leisure Village West, they conc u r r e d w it h wh a t I had experienced. It is nice to know that such a wonderful facility is available to the residents in this area. Dolores Lomega Manchester
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Letters To The Editor Coronato Will Be Sorely Missed You did an amazing job Joe Coronato. It’s a shame that partisan politics takes precedence over job performance! You are a true leader and an inspiration to other counties around the state and nation. Sorry to see you go as I know there were many, many things you still intended to accomplish. You’ve left this county a better place than you found it and for that I am grateful and thankful. Ryan Griffin Brick
In Support Of Free Press It’s been a while since I’ve read so balanced and honest an editorial in defense of free speech and free press (“A Letter To The Editor Is One Person’s Opinion,” Sept. 15, 2018). Congratulations and thank you. As every conscious citizen already knows and ought to acknowledge, attacks on both speech and press are generated and promulgated at the highest level of our government. Virtually all news outlets are fake news (including The Brick Times, of course, after publishing a letter about impeachment). Fox and kindred propaganda machines get a pass… or rather, praised, as they applaud and instruct their most faithful fan. In effect, the roiled and offended supporters of the power-that-be will do whatever they can to suppress free speech whenever it impacts their leader in a negative way. Tweets have also been abundantly employed, cascading like a mighty Niagara. I believe this support is well organized and strategically mobilized against free press and free speech that is unsupportive or critical of the leader. I learned this
Letters To ThepartsEditor truth the hard way. I used to closures, of Route 9 check the online comments following various letters I submitted over the years to the Asbury Park Press. I noted that the contents of my letters were usually not even challenged. The multitude of ad hominem rants included a few that called for my lynching, with one individual offering to bring the popcorn. This animus against me personally was multiplied by a routine “piling on” of attacks with nary a whimper or objection from people who may have thought as I did. Effectively, most reasonable people simply yielded the battlefield of Facebook and other “antisocial” media platforms to a rising surge of disdain for or indifference to facts, full adoption of and obsession with axiomatic “might over right” - “brawn over brain” - “surface beauty over inner substance.” Virtually every quality I learned in religion and seminary and believed to be a virtue reversed roles with its anti-virtue doppelganger. Pride, covetousness, lust, anger, gluttony, envy and sloth were transmuted into desirable virtues. Their opposites, once considered virtues, became worthless waste in this new zeitgeist. Forgive me. This started as a sincere and simple note of praise but then it got sidetracked. Please continue your good work. Nicholas S. Molinari Brick
NJ Vulnerable To Disaster, MacArthur Not Helping Though Hurricane Florence didn’t have a significant impact on the Jersey Shore, we are tragically familiar with intense storm weather. This sum mer, f looded roads disrupted commutes to work and trips to school. Brick residents experienced multiple road
were closed, and Greenbriar I senior residents were forced to evacuate. The fact is, New Jersey isn’t prepared. Our communities need immediate infrastructure investments to keep us and our communities safe from danger and damage caused by storms and rising sea levels. Jersey Shore communities need costly but effective infrastructure including levees, dams, flood walls, living shorelines, and retention ponds. Efficient drainage systems and ditches keep roads clear and open during flooding. Other states that traditionally experience flooding have successfully mitigated risks by investing in elevated roads and drainage ditches. Unfortunately, we have elected officials like Rep. Tom MacArthur (3rd District) who voted to give $1.9 trillion in tax cuts to the wealthy and corporations but has consistently voted against disaster relief funding and failed to advocate for infrastructure investment. And MacArthur’s hero, Donald Trump, is using FEMA as a piggy bank for his priorities, imperiling South Jersey residents still relying on FEMA to assist them in restoring their homes. Tom MacArthur’s constituents need investment and leadership to keep our communities safe. But clearly this isn’t a priority for MacArthur. I urge residents to remember MacArthur’s priorities when voting in November. Kevin Kennedy Waretown
Imagine The Perfect Candidate I m ag i ne a ca nd id at e r u n n i n g fo r C o n g r e s s s ig n i n g t h e fol low i n g pledge: • Integrity: I will always speak the truth and pr ior itize the
public interest. Civ ilit y: I w ill re spect my colleagues, focus on solving problems, and work to br ing civilit y to politics. • Courage: I will def e n d t h e r i g h t s of a l l A me r ic a n s a nd have the courage to c ol l a b o r a t e a c r o s s t h e a i sl e a n d f i n d common ground. We have one who has. His name is Josh Welle and he is running for the House of Representatives in District 4 of New Jersey on Nov. 6. Josh is a graduate of the US Naval Academy in An napolis, who just after 9/11 served in Afghanistan and 44 other countries over an active duty of 12 years. He is now a Commander in the US Navy Reserve. He is the founder of a security t e c h n o l o g y c o m p a n y, the lead editor of an LA Times best seller, “In the Shadow of G reat ness,” and a permanent resident of Monmouth County. He receives no money from corporate PACs. He is beholden only to us. It is time for a change. We need Josh Welle in Congress. •
Sandra Gordon Whiting
Patients Need To Stick Up For Themselves The story about Allison Brutka was very informative, especially the part about her primar y care physician being so dismissive (“Allison Brutka Is (In Her Words) A ‘Magical Cancer Unicor n,’ Sept. 15, 2018). I think she should tell him about her diagnosis in order to keep him from doing this to other women. He needs a wake-up call. I wish her and her family the best. Christine Johnson Whiting
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Bill Would Protect Hospitals From Medicare Cuts From The Desk Of
Congressman Tom MacArthur
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tom MacArthur (R-3rd) introduced a bill to protect New Jersey’s hospitals from the federal administration’s decision to end Medicare’s Imputed Rural Floor policy. “For years this policy has
ensured that New Jersey hospitals receive their fair share of Medicare dollars. Last year alone this policy brought over $36 million to hospitals in our state so they can take better care of New Jerseyans. Our Congressional delegation has always
been united in defense of our hospitals, and we won’t stop now. I’m proud to be leading this effort in Congress to undo this unfair decision.” The bill was co-led by Reps. Norcross and Pascrell, and includes every member of the New Jersey House del-
egation as an original cosponsor. The legislation would undo the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid’s recent administrative decision to discontinue the imputed rural floor policy, and would make the policy permanent in law.
More Than 13,000 Students To Attend Community College Free of Tuition and Educational Fees From The Desk Of The
Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy announced that approximately 13,000 qualifying students will be able to attend one of 13 community colleges free of tuition and educational fees in the spring semester that starts in January 2019. All 19 of New Jersey’s community colleges applied to participate in the Community College Innovation Challenge, signaling interest and need across the state. Each one of New Jersey’s community colleges will receive a $250,000 grant for student outreach, recruitment, and support, and to build capacity for future expansion of the program. The selected pilot colleges include institutions from north, central, and south Jersey. “We are putting the dream of higher education within reach of more students and more families,” said Governor Murphy. “Making community college tuition free will help New Jersey’s young people and working adults earn post-secondary
degrees to advance their careers - and it will help build the talented workforce that is the engine of our state’s economy,” Murphy added. The Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE) and the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) jointly reviewed the applications and selected the following 13 community colleges where qualifying students can attend tuitionand fee-free in the spring semester of 2019: Atlantic Cape Community College; Bergen Community College; Camden County College; Cumberland County College; Hudson County Community College; Mercer County Community College; Middlesex County College; Ocean County College; Passaic County Community College; Rowan College at Gloucester County; Salem Community College; Union Count y College; and Warren County Community College. Students enrolled at least
half time at these 13 pilot community colleges will be eligible to receive “last-dollar” Community College Opportunity Grants (CCOG), which will cover any remaining costs of tuition and approved educational fees after applying all other fi nancial aid grant awards to the student’s account. For the spring 2019 pilot, students coming from families with adjusted gross incomes between $0 and $45,000 will be eligible for CCOG awards. To remain eligible for the program in the future, students will be required to maintain satisfactory academic progress at their college. “Every college submitted a unique, thoughtful, and creative application, with many good ideas for increasing access and affordability tailored to the students and communities that each college serves,” said Dr. Zakiya Smith Ellis, New Jersey’s Secretary of Higher Education. “Each and every college identified students within their communities who could be eligible for assistance through this program, and I hope we are able to learn from the pilot cohort so that we can extend the opportunity to students at every community college come
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fall 2019.” “Students across our state will receive support from this crucial funding during the program’s inaugural semester,” said David J. Socolow, Executive Director of HESAA. “For many st udents, the net price of community college remains out of reach even after accounting for the fi nancial aid they could receive. Removing the barrier of tuition and educational fees can make the difference that enables students to complete their studies.” The colleges’ applications were evaluated according
to a standardized rubric following the criteria announced in the Notice of Fund Availability posted on July 31, 2018. HESAA estimates that the state will provide CCOG awards to approximately 13,000 students at the 13 selected institutions, in line with the funding level appropriated for this purpose in the state’s Fiscal Year 2019 budget. Current students who have already completed a fi nancial aid application for the fall 2018 semester will be automatically considered for CCOG eligibility if they
enroll at one of the 13 pilot institutions for at least six credits in the spring 2019 semester. Students at one of these pilot community colleges who have not yet fi led for fi nancial aid for academic year 2018-2019 will have until February 15, 2019 to apply for CCOG awards by completing the Federal Application for Federal Student Aid and the supplemental New Jersey state questions ( fafsa. ed.gov/), or by completing the Alternative Application for New Jersey Dreamers (hesaa.org/Pages/NJAlternativeApplication.aspx).
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Interfaith Health & Support Services Receives New Director
MANAHAWKIN – The Board of Directors of Interfaith Health & Support Services of Southern Ocean County (Interfaith) is pleased to announce the selection of Kathi Cheeseman as the new Director of the organization. As the current Assistant Director, Kathi is taking over for Janice Schalek who is retiring to spend more time with her family. Interfaith is registered as a 501c3 non-profit organization – a coalition of different faithbased communities, social service agencies and health care organizations—which provides volunteer services to those living at home who are in need due to age and/or disability. Volunteers (322 this year) provide respite care to relieve primary caregivers for clients suffering from all diagnosed dementia including Alzheimer ’s disease; provide medical transportation; grocery shopping and friendly visits. They also assist with fund raising projects to keep Interfaith viable. Interfaith’ s service area runs from south of Lacey Road in Forked River to Little Egg Harbor Township in Southern Ocean County, NJ. In this year alone, 464 seniors received care and 142 new care-receivers were added. Volunteers who want to give back to their communities are welcome. Training and orientation seminars are held periodically. Individual, organizational, business and foundation tax-deductible contributions are welcome at any time. Kathi became Assistant Director in February of 2018 and made significant contributions immediately as she had served as a transport volunteer, a food shopper and an office assistant. Her understanding of the mission and enthusiasm for the work of Interfaith made Kathi the perfect choice for Director. She is an active member of St. Mary’s parish where she is a Eucharist minister and the driver of the church van for seniors on Sundays. She also volunteers for Hackensack Meridian At Home Hospice. In July 2017, Kathi retired after 25 years in the audiovisual department at Southern Regional Middle School in Stafford Township. For 18 of those years, Kathi also served on the executive board of the Southern Regional Education Association—in every elected position including President. She also coached youth soccer and became a NJSIAA soccer official. “I am very excited about my new role on the Interfaith Health & Support Services team. I look forward to continuing its legacy of compassion and support for our communities. I am humbled to have the opportunity to work together with IHSS great volunteers, board
–Photo courtesy of Board of Directors of Interfaith Health members and coalition members for the mission of hope.” said Kathi. She and her husband Kevin live in Barnegat and have two sons who work in the family plumbing and heating business—Cheeseman Plumbing. In her two years with Interfaith, retiring Director Janice Schalek recruited and trained over 70 new volunteers and met with over 40 community organizations to share information about Interfaith. Janice also reached out to area 55+ communities to create a senior advisory committee that has been a source of volunteers and a bridge to better communication of Interfaith’ s services. Together with a dedicated team of volunteers, Janice also increased the annual fundraising for Interfaith. She has brought in guest speakers to enrich volunteers’ understanding of the challenges seniors face and knowledge of the extensive services available for seniors and the frailest in Southern Ocean County. At her retirement party Janice said, “Thank you to all Board members, Volunteers, Care Receivers and the Chamber of Commerce. I have learned life experiences from all of you and look forward to my next adventure. I am certain that Kathi will continue to grow “our” organization and help keep seniors in their homes, living independently.” Interfaith Health & Support Services is located at 1140 Route 72 West in Manahawkin, NJ and can be contacted at 609-978-3839 or interfaithsoc.org.
4th Annual LBI Fly International Kite Festival
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Annual LBI Fly International Kite Festival is returning for its fourth year! We are excited to welcome back our domestic and international kite professionals to participate
in this four-day festival. This event will run from October 5 through 8, with many different events across the island. Mark your calendars and visit LBI for this fall weekend of flight!
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–Photo courtesy Southern Regional MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations Southern Girls Volleyball on defeating Jackson Memorial 2-0 on Monday, September 24, 2018. With the win, Coach Eric Maxwell accomplished his 1000th career win with Southern Boys and Girls Volleyball. Thank you for all you do for Southern. Good luck the rest of the season.
Ocean Township Police Hiring FT And PT Dispatchers
By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN – If you’ve been on the hunt for a job, look no further. The Ocean Township Police Department is now accepting applications for fulltime and part-time Police Dispatcher positions. “Police Dispatchers provide a vital link between our citizens and emergency services,” stated the department. Potential applicants must be able to multi-task with radios, telephones, and sophisticated computer systems, as well as be available for day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Applicants must also successfully complete an in-house training program. Requirements: • Must be able to read, write, and speak English well and intelligently
• Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent • Must be at least 18 • Have not been convicted of any offense involving moral turpitude or which would make the person unfit to perform the duties of this office. Applicants will also be subjected to a background check. If interested, applications can be found at twpoceannj.gov/forms/Police-Employment-Application.pdf or at the township clerk’s office, 50 Railroad Ave. in Waretown. Completed applications must be handed in or emailed to Diane Ambrosio, township administrator and clerk, by October 12. Business hours are 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
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Three Wise Men And A Baby
FORKED RIVER – The Lacey United Methodist Church presents the 2018 productions of Three Wise Men and a Baby on November 30 and December 1. November 30: 6:30 p.m. dessert and 7 p.m. show. Advance tickets are $15, $20 at the door.
December 1: 6 p.m. roast beef dinner and 7 p.m. show. Advance tickets are $25, $30 at the door. For tickets call Lacey UMC at 609-693-5222. Be sure to stop by and vote for your favorite tree at the 2nd annual Tree Decorating Contest.
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LIFS To Screen Monarch Butterfly Documentary, The Guardians
SHIP BOTTOM – The Lighthouse International Film Society will screen documentary film The Guardians October 13, 2019, 7 p.m., Ship Bottom Volunteer Fire Station 2006 Central Avenue. A visually dazzling meditation on the balance between human and nature, The Guardians poetically interweaves the lives of the threatened monarch butterfly with an indigenous community fighting to restore the forest they nearly destroyed. Migrating 3,000 miles to hibernate in towering Oyamels, the monarch population faces collapse. When the directors started filming The Guardians in 2014, the monarch population hit an all-time record low of 33 million, down from 1 billion just twenty years prior. In the valley below, the people of Donaciano Ojeda struggle to support their families in their ancestral lands now part of the protected Monarch Butterfly
Biosphere Reserve. Santos, a charismatic avocado farmer and Aristeo, a philosophical tree caretaker are the storytellers of the community as they confront internal divisions, illegal loggers and their own mortality. Shot over three years, this cinematic journey through the butterfly dense mountaintops of Michoacan tells an intimate story of a unique community at the front lines of conservation. The film will be followed by Q& A with Garden Club’s Theresa Hagan and artist and master Monarch advocate Judith Johnson. You can learn more about the film, watch a trailer and purchase tickets at lighthousefilmfestival.org. Admission is $5 and free for LIFS members and students. This event is co-sponsored by The Garden Club, The Bay Avenue Plant Company, and The Ship Bottom Volunteer Fire Department. This event is open to the public.
Trunk Or Treat And Bake Sale
MANAHAWKIN – All Saints Regional Catholic School will host the student council’s 4th annual Trunk or Treat and bake sale on October 20 from 12-2 p.m. at the school parking lot, 400 Doc Cramer Blvd. All children accompanied with their fami-
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Waretown First Aid Auxiliary Soup To Go Sale
WARETOWN – Join us on October 24 at the Waretown Fire Department for the Waretown First Aid Auxiliary Soup to Go Sale from 4 p.m. until it’s gone. The cost is $4.50 for a 12 oz. bowl.
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OHI Offering Flu Shot Program At All Locations
By Kimberly Bosco NEPTUNE – Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. (OHI) will be offering flu shots at all seven of their facilities for the 2018-2019 season. The flu shot can help prevent influenza, a disease that can affect all ages, leading to major health issues, such as hospitalizations or even death. Common symptoms include fever, body aches, sore throat and headache. According to Dr. Gilbert Fleischer, Chief Medical Officer at OHI, its best to get your flu shot early because the vaccine can take two weeks to take effect. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also recommends that everyone six months or older get a flu shot between now and November. In addition to getting the flu shot, health professionals urge everyone to maintain safe,
healthy practices such as frequently washing your hands, avoiding touching your face and maintaining proper nutrition and exercise. You can schedule your flu shot at any of OHI’s facilities by calling 732-363-6655 or visiting ohinj.org. For questions about the flu shot program, contact Kyle Fannan, marketing development associate, at 732-719-1570. OHI accepts and will work with most insurance. For adult patients without insurance, the regular flu shot costs $20 and the high dose for seniors costs $40. Through the Vaccines for Children (VFC), a federally funded program, children without insurance, those who are self-pay patients, or those who receive Medicaid Plan A can receive a flu shot for free. The preservative free and egg free versions of the vaccine are offered at all locations.
Beer, Whiskey, And Wine Tasting
PLEASANT PLAINS – The Pleasant Plains Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a Beer, Whiskey, and Wine Tasting fundraiser on October 13 from 7-10 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person at the door or
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There is absolutely nothing wrong with giving the consumer better value for their dollar. As we all know, the economy is really not thriving and our retirement nest egg is half empty. The real question that you have to ask yourself is: what is the purpose of advertising lower priced hearing instruments? I offer you some of my own insights: 1. Lower priced hearing aids attract the consumer to possibly make an appointment. 2. Lower priced hearing aids may be more affordable to those on a fixed budget. 3. Lower priced hearing aids may be all the consumer needs in order to communicate better. If you decide to take the next step and have your hearing evaluated, you need to ask yourself the following questions: 1. Did the hearing health care professional recommend the lower priced product?
2. Did the hearing health care professional recommend a higher priced product? If so, what wa s h is/ her rationale for selecting this hearing instrument? In choosing the best product for your listening needs, you need to be aware of the technology - Is it a low, mid or a high level digital product? How many channels does it have? What type of warranty does it have? Does the product have dual-microphones? Do I have a trial period to evaluate the product? Do I have scheduled follow-up services? Do I have a written contract? Becoming an educated consumer will create a more positive outlook on improving your hearing and making the right decision. Remember, your lifestyle should help dictate the best technology for your listening needs. Hearing the sweet sounds of your grandchildren again will put a smile on your face and those who love you.
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The OCHD flu clinics are scheduled from now until December. Shots are free for patients enrolled in Medicare Part B, and are $20 for most others. Little said flu shots are recommended for all residents 6 months of age and over. For all dates and locations of the OCHD’s flu clinics visit OCHD.org.
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
The Allergic Connection Between Stevia And Ragweed By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
It’s hardly a secret that many foods today have non-sugar sweeteners added to them. As far as natural sweeteners go, stevia is the king. It’s in a bazillion food products, many of which are aimed at people with diabetes or obesity. Powdered supplements and lozenges often contain stevia, it’s everywhere! Stevia is a plant-derived herb, so obviously there could be allergies. Maybe your throat itches or seizes up when sipping a stevia-sweetened drink or when you chew on sugar-free gum. Maybe you sneeze or your lips itch. Perhaps it’s a coughing fit or hives and a rash. It’s all because of a very common allergen: Ragweed! Are you allergic to ragweed? If you are, then you are also susceptible to sensitivities from stevia consumption. Before I discuss allergic symptoms, I’d like to share the extraordinary medical benefits that stevia offers in case you’re not allergic to it. Most people are not. Stevia helps with: • Diabetes • Hypertension • Kidney disease • Pain and Inflammation • Infections • Diarrhea Stevia is two hundred times sweeter than table sugar, contains almost no calories, and won’t adversely affect your blood sugar when consumed. That’s why it’s an incredible herb for sweetening foods when you’re on a diet, or if you are just health conscious. But the problem is the family tree. Stevia was born into the Asteraceae family, or “Aster” which essentially means that
stevia is genetically kin to marigolds, daises, chrysanthemums, dandelion, lettuce, safflower, sunflower, artemisia (wormwood), artichokes, endive, and, most importantly, ragweed. This is a botanical family that allergen-prone individuals need to stay away from. In fact, there’s an estimated 23 million Americans who suffer from ragweed-triggered hay fever. Not all of those people are sensitive to stevia, or the other plants in the Aster family, but some of you are and may not have realized it until just now! Pollen from the ragweed and pollen from the stevia plant contain very similar proteins as part of their genetic makeup. This means that there’s cross-reactivity between them. Once the stevia protein passes through your gut, and gets absorbed by your bloodstream, it might get mistaken by your immune system and shot down! Your body might mistake it for the ragweed protein (because they’re so structurally similar) and then you’re faced with miserable allergic symptoms. I have written a longer version of this article that features other natural sweeteners, as well as advice to help determine if you’re truly allergic. Visit suzycohen.com and sign up for my free newsletter so I can email you this article along with precautions. In the meantime, keep track of symptoms that are suggestive of ragweed cross-reactivity such as throat, lip and mouth itching and swelling, hives, dizziness, coughing fits, temporary shortness of breath, or throat pain. If you feel like you’re sensitive, I recommend cutting out stevia from your diet until you get some answers and visiting a board-certified immunologist for testing.
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Januar y is the time to consider whether to appeal your residential real estate taxes. This article will address some of the most commonly asked questions about tax appeals. The most important thing to understand about real estate tax appeals is what you can and cannot appeal. Under New Jersey law, you can only appeal that the assessment for your property is in excess of the property’s fair market value. The a ssessment is t he mu n icipalit y’s determination as to the value of your property. This determination is sent to each taxpayer around February 1 of each year in the form of a post card identifying the proper ty and the current assessment. It is equally impor tant to k now what you cannot appeal. You cannot appeal the following: (1) the amount of taxes which you have to pay; (2) whether you can afford to pay the taxes; (3) that another person is paying less taxes than you; and (4) that the assessment of another property is less than yours. Thus, the local County Tax Board can only hear appeals that the property’s assessment is greater than its fair market value. The municipal tax assessment is entitled to a presumption that it is correct. It is up to the taxpayer to prove that the assessment is excessive. To do this, the taxpayer must present evidence to the Tax Board as to the correct fair market value of the property. This evidence should be in
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Employment Opportunity - Senior Services Berkeley Mini-Bus Driver for Senior Services 30 hours Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Must possess a CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement. *All Positions are full time with Benefits* Please send resume to rtonnesen@ stfrancislbi.org. EOE/AA. (43)
Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/Servers AM and PM shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9.00/hr. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (44)
RENTAL/PURCHASE-G2 BR & 1 or 1.5 Bath homes Homestead Run 55+ Community. www.homesteadrun. com. 732-370-2300. (44) Looking For Female Roommate - 55 yr old/over to share 2 bedroom unit in Holiday City Community. $800/month includes Cable/Internet and all utilities. Avail. Oct. 1. Please leave message 732-600-3377. (43) Private Room For Rent -In North Dover Twp. 732-730-1982 or 732581-3509. References needed. (41)
Mobile For Sale Mobile Home For Sale - In mobile home park. 55 Manchester, NJ. 1974 Skyline 12x60. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, AC, front kitchen, family park. Call Constance Magill 732-657-6166. (43)
Yard Sale Large 2 Family Yard Sale - Saturday and Sunday October 13 and 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 314 Union Ave., Lakehurst. Rain or shine. (43)
Items For Sale Second Chance Golf Balls For Sale - Titleist ProV-1, $25 a dozen, two dozen minimum, great condition, call 732-920-3944. (42)
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) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ 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) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/ dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. 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 - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (42)
Help Wanted Counter Help Wanted - Part time hours. Manchester Dry Cleaners. Call Dave 732-657-4421. (47)
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 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) 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. (44) Full Time Cook - Sign On Bonus Available. The Pines is looking for a Full Time cook to prepare and cook meals for our independent, assisted living, and skilled nursing residents. We require 1 year of cooking experience, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting.Candidates must be flexible to work both breakfast and dinner shifts and must be available to work weekends. We offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, PTO time, and 401(K) with employer match. Please apply in person to: The Pines, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting. org. 732-849-2047. EOE. (44) Eaglespeed Auto of Bayville - Is looking for an experienced lube tech. Top compensation and training for advancement. Work with master mechanics in long established 5 star shop. No phone calls. (44)
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)
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) Clean Outs, Clean Ups - and all kinds of minor home repair including, painting, Etc. Honest and dependable. LIC 13VH05930800 Tony/ Owner 732-678-7584. (t/n) Cheap Painting Done Rite Over 35 years experience. Fully insured. Free estimates. 732-506-7787, cell. (45) Counselor - Masters Degree in psychology. Available for sessions in your home. Set your own appointment time. Call Patricia 732-600-4406. (43) 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. (43) Masonry - 38+yrs experience, small to medium size jobs. Brick replacement, brick pointing, concrete repair and refacing stucco, block, concrete repair and refacing. All kinds of home improvement. Leah Masonry Lic#13VH10059500. 732-505-3081. (41)
AutoCAD Operator - Experienced AutoCad Operator needed by Lakewood Machinery Manufacturer to draw electromechanical parts/schematics P/T. Call 732367-3100 x 107. (42)
Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (42)
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)
Senior Helper - Mature Polish lady will help with all everyday chores and errands. Very honest and reliable. Call Ava 732-581-4726. (43)
Services Don’s Painting - Specializing interior. Quality work. Very neat. Reasonable prices. Special senior discounts. Honest and reliable. Low winter rates. 732-899-4470 or 732-915-4075. (45) PLUMBER-BNK Plumbing LLC. Lic.#12929 Jackson,NJ New Construction, Renovations, Water Heaters, Gas Lines, F i x t u r e R e p l a c e m e n t , Wi n terizing 848-373-4784. (43) Electrician - Licensed/Insured. Will do the jobs the big guys don’t want. Free estimates, senior discount. Call Bob 732608-7702. LIC #12170. (40) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (4)
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Interior and Exterior Painting – Insured all calls returned. References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH4548900. Tommy call 609-661-1657. (38)
Dee’s Cleaning Service And Dog Walking Service - Cleaning homes like your since 1994 senior discounts. Insured. Call Dee 732 552 6633. (47) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonary, repairs large and small. 40 years experience. 732-674-3346. (41)
All In 1 General Contracting-Handyman Services - All phases of Interior and Exterior Repair, Improvements, Renovations, Construction for Home or Business. Carpentry, Painting, Roofing, Siding, Gutters, Lighting, Windows/Doors, Kitchens, Baths, Finish Basements, Flooring, Decks, Handicap ramps, Sheds installed/repaired, etc.#1 Contractor for Banks, Real Estate Agency’s, Real Estate Investors, Home Inspection report repairs. From A-Z, big or small, we do it all. Skip the rest, come to the best! Senior and Veteran Discount. $ave Call Clark 732-850-5060. Insured. License # 13VH06203500. (t/n) Landscape Services - Clean ups, dethatching, mulch & stone beds trimming, planting, & tearouts & more Call with needs 732-678-8681. (19)
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Boonton Resident Wins NJR Home Services Sweepstakes
–Photo courtesy NJR Home Services By Kimberly Bosco WALL – A lucky Boonton, New Jersey resident was recently announced as the winner of NJR Home Services (NJRHS) Love My Home Comfort Sweepstakes. Gerald Watkins is the proud owner of a brand new 2018 Nissan LEAF! Watkins was announced as the winner at Pine Belt Nissan in Toms River. “NJR Home Services is pleased to provide Gerald Watkins with a new, 100 percent electric Nissan LEAF, a zero-emissions vehicle
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Ocean County Recycling Directory Provides Beneficial Recycling Information
By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County residents can find information about recycling in the 2018 Ocean County Recycling Directory. The directory is being distributed throughout the county now. “This guide is extremely useful in helping us to hone our recycling skills,” Ocean County Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little, who serves as li–Photo courtesy Ocean County Government aison to the county’s Ocean County Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little, (right) recycling program, who serves as liaison to Ocean County’s recycling program, said. “We are making displays the free 2018 Ocean County Recycling Directory with certain the guide is Ernest Kuhlwein, Director of the Ocean County Department easily accessible to all of our residents. of Solid Waste Management. Mall, Toms River. You can pick it up at public offices, our libraries and it can be dents and visitors to simply toss items that accessed from the county’s website. are recyclable into a receptacle or bin. With “This information on recycling is a helpful single stream recycling there is no longer a tool that gives us all the ability to protect our need to tie, bundle, bag or separate items. environment,” he added. “Plastic bags should be tossed out with Starting Oct. 13, residents can find those the regular trash or returned to stores that guides in The Manchester Times and The accept them for recycling,” Little said. “I Jackson Times, published by Micromedia highly recommend residents get a copy of Publications. These local, weekly papers the recycling directory to help in their efforts are available in high-traffic and convenient to recycle.” places such as grocery and convenience The directory offers information on paint stores, doctors’ offices, small businesses, management, household hazardous waste restaurants, and hotels. collection and document shredding proNearly 40,000 directories will be distrib- grams. The directory also offers a full page uted in the 33 county municipalities, in on medication and medical waste drop offs. town halls and recycling centers, and other The county will provide a total of 62,000 locations. recycling directories, available in September “This guide helps to update the items that and October. should be placed in one bin at the curb “We encourage our residents to look for and those that shouldn’t be,” Little said. the free guide at the County Connection at “Ocean County residents have done a great the Ocean County Mall, at the Northern and job recycling at home. This guide provides Southern Ocean County Recycling Centers an important update to make certain we are in Lakewood and Stafford townships, and properly recycling materials. all branches of the Ocean County Library,” “Many people in their efforts to properly Little said. package recyclables for curbside pickup or Those who would like a directory but are disposal are placing the items in plastic bags unable to find on can call the Ocean County which are causing extensive damage to the Department of Solid Waste Management at sorting equipment at our regional recycling 732-506-5047 or visit co.ocean.nj.us/OC/ centers,” Little said. “I encourage our resi- SolidWaste/.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of OCT 6 - OCT 12
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): It always looks darkest before the dawn. You could dwell on problems rather than blessings as this week begins. Don’t give anyone a reason to criticize your actions or make crucial decisions that could affect your heart or your wallet. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may have farfetched fantasies that create confusion in your cozy nest. In the upcoming week it is best to steer clear of anything that seems to be too good to be true. Remain businesslike and professional when you are on the job. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): If you set an example of hard work and busy schedules you can’t blame a loved one for doing the same. When you have time for play a lover might not have the time for dilly-dallying. The last half of the week is better for romance. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may need to uncover pertinent information that seems hard to locate. Valuable input will be available from associates and loved ones later in the week. If you have a problem, try putting it on the back burner for a few days. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): It is better to polish your shoes than to buy new ones. In the week ahead, you should concentrate on making family members happy. Keep your credit card in your wallet and avoid the shopping malls because your good taste is in low supply VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may be torn between devoting time to your family and the demands of the workplace or career. You will find it very easy to make astute decisions that involve finances in the week ahead. Avoid making a spur of the moment decision.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may struggle to charm your way out of a predicament. You may find that some other people are not loyal and honest. Although it may be difficult to meet someone’s exacting standards your business sense is in fine fettle as this week unfolds. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Knots can be useful and don’t necessarily represent a tangle. Careful splicing can bring two divergent things or people together into a united whole. Wait until at least the middle of the week to put your brilliant ideas and plans into motion. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If you pour money like water the pitcher will soon be empty. Take stock of your financial situation; you can’t trust to luck. Wait until the last half of the week to make significant changes or decisions. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You have heard about the tangled webs that we weave when “we practice to deceive.” This is a poor time to act on your basest interests or to pretend you have experience. Lay low and behave yourself in the first half of the week. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Old friends from the past and reliable, dependable people could cross your path in the week ahead. You might find these folks unexciting or embarrassing, but you know you can trust them and count on them in a pinch. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Keep your money in your pocket for the next few days. Unexpected expenses could mount up. Fight off the urge to end a relationship or start a new one this week because you overlook potential repercussions or hidden drawbacks.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen A Simple Solution For Your Weeknight Supper
By Wolfgang Puck
With the new school year in full swing and kids involved in a whirlwind of after-school activities, it can often seem like precious little time remains to put a good home-cooked dinner on the family table. That’s a shame, since shared meals have always been one of the best ways to bring family members closer together. Fortunately, a smart solution to this very modern challenge can be found in an ancient Chinese cooking technique: stir-frying. Think about it for a moment: Even in the fi nest Chinese restaurants that you know, do you ever really have to wait very long for the food to arrive at your table? Stir-frying makes perfect sense for a quick, easy dinner. Small pieces of food cook in moments when stirred continuously in a large, hot pan. Add some aromatic seasonings that blossom enticingly on contact with heat, along with a few traditional Asian sauce ingredients, and a delicious main dish is ready to serve just minutes after you start heating the pan. That pan doesn’t even have to be hemispherical-shaped Chinese wok. I fi nd it easy to stir-fry in any skillet large enough to hold all the pieces of food in a single layer so they cook evenly; the curved sides help ingredients fall back into the pan during continuous, brisk stirring. The equipment and the cooking process aren’t much of a challenge. But I must admit that, when searching for stir-fry recipes, many people find themselves daunted by lengthy lists of sometimes hard-to-fi nd ingredients. That’s even sometimes true of recipes from my own Asian-inspired restaurants like Chinois, where we always aim for the utmost authenticity. At home, though, it’s OK to take some shortcuts; as long as they don’t shortchange the quality of the results. That’s why I’m happy to share versions of two of my favorite stir-fry recipes that I’ve adapted especially for the home kitchen, to give you authentic Chinese results without the need to go on any kind of special shopping expedition. You’ll fi nd the most out-of-the-ordinary ingredients - bottled hoisin sauce and rice vinegar - in the Asian foods section of any well-stocked supermarket. Both recipes are simple and surprisingly healthy, featuring lean proteins fresh vegetables. You can also vary the recipes as you like, substituting ground turkey, pork, lamb or beef for the ground chicken; and strips of chicken breast or lean beef for the shrimp, along with other quick-cooking vegetables you prefer. May your stir-frying lead to many delicious, enjoyable and easy family meals ahead! LETTUCE WRAPS WITH SWEET-ANDSPICY GROUND CHICKEN Serves 4 2 tablespoons peanut oil or canola oil 1 pound (500 g) ground chicken 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced ginger root 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional Kosher salt
Regular or low-sodium soy sauce 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce 1/3 cup (85 mL) orange marmalade 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 teaspoon toasted Asian-style sesame oil 8 medium-sized iceberg lettuce leaves, free of any tears, rinsed and patted dry 1 medium carrot, peeled and shredded 2 green onions, trimmed and thinly sliced diagonally Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and, as soon as it begins to shimmer and swirls easily when the skillet is gently turned to coat the bottom evenly, add the chicken, garlic and ginger, along with red pepper flakes to taste. Stir continuously with a sturdy wooden spoon, breaking up the chicken into small particles, until the meat loses all its pink color, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in salt and a little soy sauce to taste. Add the hoisin, marmalade, rice vinegar and sesame oil, and continue stirring until thoroughly combined. Arrange the lettuce leaves in cup shapes side by side on a large serving platter. Divide the mixture among the lettuce cups, and scatter carrot shreds and scallion slices on top of the chicken. Serve immediately. SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE STIR-FRY Serves 4 2 tablespoons peanut oil or canola oil 1 pound (500 g) medium-sized fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced ginger root 1 green bell pepper, halved, stemmed, seeded, deveined, and cut into strips 1/4 inch (6 mm) wide 1 red, orange or yellow bell pepper, halved, stemmed, seeded, deveined, and cut into strips 1/4 inch (6 mm) wide 1 pound (500 g) snow peas, trimmed 1/4 cup (60 mL) hoisin sauce 4 cups (1 L) steamed white rice 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, lightly but evenly season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Add the oil to the skillet and, as soon as it begins to shimmer and swirls easily when the skillet is gently turned to coat the bottom evenly, add the shrimp, garlic and ginger. Stir continuously with a sturdy wooden spoon, turning the shrimp, until they begin to turn pink, about 1 minute. Add the bell pepper strips and snow peas, and continue stirring briskly just until the shrimp are bright pink and white and the vegetables are glossy and tender-crisp, 2 to 3 minutes longer. Add the hoisin sauce and continue stirring briefly until it is glossy and coats the shrimp and vegetables evenly. Serve the shrimp and vegetables immediately over steamed rice, garnishing with sesame seeds.
(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.
Page 24, The Southern Ocean Times, October 6, 2018
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