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–Photo by Chris Lundy The bridge is almost hidden by neighbors’ fences.
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Local officials are replacing an old bridge that kids use to walk to Cedar Grove Elementary School. T he br id ge go e s ove r L o n g Sw a m p Creek, which eventually reaches the Toms R ive r. It c o n n e c t s Brookside Drive (formerly known as Long Swamp Road) with McCormick Drive. Decades ago, this bridge was on a small spot of open space, where kids would fish for sunnies while avoiding the occasional snapping turtle. Portions of this land
Council meeting. He then read a statement into the record. “Many of these outlets use ‘newspaper-sounding’ names - often with ‘Toms River’ as a prefix - or borrow the Township’s well-recognized logo, conveying the false impression that they are official sources for Township information or part of the legitimate media,” the statement read in part. “In fact, however,
Contract Awarded For Engineering During Red Carpet Inn Demo By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The Township Council awarded a contract to an engineering firm to develop a plan to demolish the Red Carpet Inn. T&M Associates will assist the township’s division of engineering for an amount not to exceed $48,300. Township engineer Robert Chankalian said that there are a number of issues that would make the demolition more complicated than just simply knocking down a building. The hotel is 8 feet from the road. Knocking the building down could damage the road and the bridge over the Toms River, he said. There’s a basement area near the (Red Carpet - See Page 2)
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Town: Beware Of False News Websites
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - The Township Council put out a statement warning people to stay away from fake news and that they should only receive their information from reputable sources. “We are very concerned about some of these websites popping up giving false information about the township,” Councilman George Wittmann said at a recent Township
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m u c h of the information and commentar y circulating on these sites is, at best, inaccurate and unsubstantiated and, at worst, biased and inflammatory,” the statement continued. “Although they have, under our country’s laws, the r ight to operate, we believe these outlets hinder r a t h e r t h a n h el p a
– Photo by Chris Lundy O f f ici a l s sa id the township seal is sometimes misused by fake news sites. robust, constructive, and civil public discourse on import a nt matters affecting the township.” (False - See Page 6)
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – During the transition from Congressman Tom MacArthur to Congressman-elect Andy Kim, MacArthur’s local offices will close on Dec. 21, the Friday before Christmas. His Washington, D.C. office closed on Nov. 27. The local offices are in Marlton, in Burlington County, and in the Toms River Town Hall in Ocean County. A spokesman for Kim said that he will
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be sworn in on Jan. 3. It is unknown as of press time where his offices will be located. Toms River’s business administrator Don Guardian said t h a t K i m h a s n’t reached out to Toms River to utilize that space. The township is looking at options for how to utilize MacArthur’s office after he leaves. “The district offices are not able to accept any new cases,” MacArthur said in a (Offices - See Page 6)
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were apparently sold to the neighboring properties, creating an unusual hallway made of fences leading to the bridge. School district business administrator William Doering said the district performed their annual inspection, and alerted the township to some concerns they had. The township did their own inspection and then shut it down. It’s on a township easement, but since it’s used by school kids, both the town and the school will have a hand in its replacement. Doering said that when discussing the bridge with township off icials, they refer to it as the Dave Marion Bridge. It is at the base of a hill that Dave Marion Road is on.
Red Carpet: Continued From Page 1 corner of the building. Removing the foundation might collapse the sidewalk. There’s asbestos that has to be abated. The bulkhead is failing. The plan would also entail whether lanes of Water Street, a county road, and Route 166, a state road, need to be closed. After a plan is developed, then demolition contractors can go out to bid on it, he said. The contractors would need
Township business administrator Don Guardian said they received an estimate f rom Contech Engineered Solutions for a pre-fabricated, 50-foot bridge for $65,000. It would have an upgrade in the quality of the materials. With labor and installation, it is expected to be less than $200,000. This cost would be split between the town and the school district. The township’s portion will come from a sidewalk fund that’s set aside for projects like this. At a recent meeting of the school board’s Buildings and Grounds Committee, it was noted that they were ready to receive quotes for a survey and should be going out to bid after that. Meanwhile, the children from that neighborhood are being bussed to school, he said.
to know the full details of the plan in order to have an accurate bid. The timeline for the demolition is unknown, township officials said. The township recently acquired the hotel and its removal will be a key part of the downtown renovation. It had long been known as a place for drugs and other illegal activity. Earlier this year, the town authorized a $4.8 million bond ordinance. Of this amount, $3.3 million would go to purchase the property, and the rest will go toward remediation.
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WASHI NGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-NJ) announced the awarding of $2,913,103 from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to the New Je r s e y D e p a r t m e nt of Health to support maternal and child health services in the state. The Title V block grant is a key source
of support for promoting and improving the health and well-being of mothers, children, and families throughout the country. “This funding is critical to helpi ng low-i ncome families across New Jersey access the quality and affordable health care they deserve,” Sen. Menendez said. “From prenatal care for mot her s, to i m mu-
nizing children against disease, and offering family- centered child care for children with special health needs, the Title V grant allows families address health care concerns they otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford.” “By providing funding for mater nal and child health services, Title V c o n t i n u e s t o i m p r ove
False: Continued From Page 1 The township directed people to these sites run by township employees: • TomsRiverTownship.com • Facebook.com/TomsRiverNJ/ • Twitter.com/TomsRiverTwp • Instagram.com/TomsRiverTwp/ Additionally, those seeking information about township matters were encouraged to
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speak directly with elected officials or representatives of the town. The statement did not call out specific websites. It explained that the town does not provide information to fake news sites, and disavows the opinions expressed on these sites. “Regardless of how official-looking or official-sounding, no other social media platforms are owned, operated, sponsored or affiliated with the township,” the statement read.
to prepare New Jersey’s Third Congressional District’s offices for Congressman-elect Andy Kim,” MacArthur continued. “It has been a great honor to serve the people of the Third District. Debbie and I are immensely grateful to South Jerseyans for this opportunity to serve and look forward to our next chapter. After four years in Congress, and meeting several thousand hardworking South Jerseyans, I am convinced that our country’s best days are ahead of us. Working together, there’s nothing Americans can’t do.”
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By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Jersey Shore First Responders will be coming together in support of Berkley Township EMT Megan Franzoso on January 5 for a benefit game. Franzoso went into cardiac arrest on Sept. 14 at Community Medical Center. Later transported to Temple University Medical Center in Philadelphia, Franzoso was put on life support and placed in a medically induced coma. She is now in a rehabilitation
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Council Meetings Change In December By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The Township Council meetings will begin an hour earlier during the month of December, and one meeting date will change. The meetings usually begin at 6 p.m., but will instead begin at 5 p.m. The December meetings will be held on Dec. 11 and Dec. 26. Normally, the council
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TOMS RIVER – The partnership between Walnut Street Elementary and the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 200 continued this year as Barbara Tracey’s 5th grade class at the school helped organize a food drive within their community. It all started about 30 years ago when Danny Bogota, now a veteran himself, was a student at Walnut Street Elementary and his father, Ron Bogota, a member of the Vietnam Veterans Chapter 200, partnered with the school on a food drive. Now, Danny and other veterans have been accompanying Bogota each year to Walnut Street to collect the food and help distribute it to needy veterans and families throughout Ocean County. Bogota estimates that they feed about 350 families each year. “This is a heartwarming and wonderful tradition
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–Photo courtesy TRRS that I would like to continue as long as possible,” said Ron Bogota. “It is great to see the students giving back to the community in which they live and helping people who are a lot less fortunate than many of us.” Board members Dan Leonard, Russell Corby, Joe Nardini and Superintendent David Healy were all on hand to help Ms. Tracey’s 5th graders load the collected food onto the truck. Principal Richard Fastnacht told his students, “We thank you for your hard work. As educators, it brings us joy to see you give back to your community. We hope you take this experience and apply it elsewhere in your lives.” As tokens of appreciation, Principal Fastnacht presented Ron Bogota with Walnut Street spirit wear and Mr. Bogota presented Principal Fastnacht with a certificate to display in the school.
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Four Weeks Of Computer Science Activities Kick Off At East Dover Chromebook using resources from the Hour of Code Studio: studio.code.org/ hoc/1 • Create Algo r ith ms to move a character through a maze with the code. org unplugged Move it Move it activity: studio.code.org/s/ course1/stage/2/puzzle/1 • Code with the Osmo Code Jam • Program a Bee Bot and Code & Go Robot Mouse to get –Photos courtesy TRRS to the targets TOMS RIVER – Computer Science • Read and share Education Week is Dec. 3-9, but stubooks f rom the ser ies K ids Get dents at East Dover Elementary School Coding including Coding, Bugs got a head start. Second graders from and Fixes, Online Safety for CodMrs. Banka’s class visited Mrs. Koers, Learn to Program and A World erner in the EDE media center recently of Programming and engaged in plugged and unplugged Students self-identif ied their skill activities as part of a four-week unit. level from “basic” to “developer” on a Students worked in pairs and had a rubric, and indicated on post-its what choice of six different centers that they they learned and how they felt, and left will each ultimately be able to visit. with a new set of skills. Activities will • P r o g r a m m i n g t h e L i g h t b o t t o culminate during Computer Science capture the squares: lightbot.com/ Educat ion Week and its Hou r(s) of f lash.html Code, but students at East Dover are • Desig ning their ow n game pro- well on their way to a robust computer g r a m m i n g A n g r y B i r d s o n a science education.
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–Photo courtesy Toms River Twp. TOMS RIVER – On Nov. 21, the Toms River Senior Center distributed Thanksgiving boxes for our home-bound friends and neighbors. Each box included a completed home cooked meal with dessert and was delivered to 15 homes with no friends or nearby family to enjoy the holiday with.
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TOMS RIVER – Holiday Heights Recreation is hosting a New Year’s Eve Celebration on December 31 at the Holiday Heights Clubhouse Auditorium. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dinner will be served by Blue Collar Catering. Menu includes: prime rib, crab-stuffed flounder, or chicken cordon bleu. There will also be wine, soda, water,
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By Chris Lundy TRENTON – A bill that would legalize recreational marijuana use for adults passed the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee today and will now be voted on by the full Senate. The bill, S-2703, would legalize adults 21 and older to use limited amounts of the drug, and would also expunge some past convictions. The bill was approved 7- 4, with two abstentions, according to a press release from the state Democrats. Gov. Phil Murphy had made legalization a campaign promise, and Senate President Steve Sweeney had co-sponsored the bill. The t wo Democrats had disagreed on the details of how legalization would work. “Mar ijuana is al ready bei ng sold and used but it is the dealers who are r unning the dr ug trade and they are selling marijuana that is sometimes laced with other products,” Sweeney said in a press release. “We developed a plan that will put in place rules and reg ulations that allow for adult use cannabis in a responsible way. As a regulated product, legal marijuana will be safe and controlled.” The bill is expected to be voted upon by the full Senate on Dec. 17.
Details of the Bill Under the bill, if it is enacted as is, the following details will be made into law: • It will be legal for adults 21 and older to have up to one ounce of marijuana, up to 16 ounces of it inf used in solid for m, up to 72 ou nces in liquid for m, or up to seven grams of concentrate. • Possession of more than one ounce will result in a $50 civil penalty, not a criminal prosecution. • People who were previously conv ic t e d c ou ld h ave t hei r r e c ord expunged. • Impact zones would be established in towns that rank in the top 15 percent in unemployment, bottom 33 percent in medium income, and have a certain crime index: Atlantic City, Bridgeton, Camden, East Orange, Hamilton Twp, Irvington, Newark, Millville, Passaic, Paterson, Per th A mboy, Plainf ield, Trenton, Vineland, Elizabeth and Jersey Cit y. Of the licenses for establishments selling marijuana, 25 percent of the people who will be awarded must live in these areas, regardless of where the shop will be. • At least 30 percent of the businesses selling marijuana will be owned
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by minorities, disabled veterans, and women. A Cannabis Regulatory Commission will provide oversight. They will establish the number of cannabis retailers and other licenses, track the transfer
and sale, regulate purchases, advertising, and other aspects of the business. There would be a 12 percent excise tax on cannabis products, with an additional 2 percent tax on products going to the local town.
Each municipality will be given 180 days after enactment to decide to prohibit can nabis establish ments in its city. The municipality will be allowed to prohibit certain types of facilities, while allowing others.
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With last summer’s passage of the Over-theCounter Hearing Aid Act of 2017, you may wonder how it affects your health care. As an AudigyCertified™ practice, we consider patient education an important part of delivering excellent service, so count on us for timely news to support your hearing wellness. What does the law do? The legislation, part of the Food and Drug Administration Reauthorization Act, will allow the retail sale of hearing aids for adults with self-perceived mild to moderate hearing loss — without the crucial involvement of an audiologist or medical doctor. When will I see its impact? Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing technology is at most a few years from being publicly available until federal regulations for safety, labeling, and manufacturing are developed. What are the pros of this change? The law could help expand consumer access to hearing technology, motivate even more people to seek hearing help, and inspire more technical innovations that benefit patients. What are the cons? Access to hearing health care is vital, but the law unfortunately will enable self-treatment for a serious physical condition that trained, licensed professionals are more suited to evaluate, diagnose, and treat. Aren’t OTC hearing devices already available? You may be thinking of personal sound amplification products (PSAPs), which are wearable electronic devices used for activities such as bird-watching or TV-viewing to make a sound louder — not to take the place of properly fit hearing aids. What’s the difference between OTC devices and PSAPs? Currently available PSAPs are
neither FDA-approved nor recommended to treat actual hearing loss. OTC hearing technology will be FDA-regulated but won’t be available for a while. Once available on the market, will OTCs address my hearing needs? Hearing loss is often an inner-ear problem, but sometimes it’s a different issue such as earwax buildup, a foreign object in the ear canal, or an ear infection that may cause temporary hearing difficulty. A PSAP or OTC won’t tackle these types of underlying problems. What else should I know about OTCs? OTCs will address only mild to moderate hearing loss, and even then, noise processing will be far less than a traditional hearing aid. They won’t always offer a successful fit and may be less specific for your situation. What’s the benefit of choosing provider-fit hearing aids instead? Unlike OTCs and PSAPs, provider-fit hearing aids can address the full spectrum of hearing impairment from mild to profound. They’re already FDA-approved, are recommended to treat hearing loss, and can adjust to environmental variables such as background noise as well as help your brain process sound. Self-treating hearing loss might seem convenient, but it can do more harm than good. Professional care — including testing, programming, fitting, and follow-up — helps you get to the bottom of your hearing difficulties and secure the right solution for your communication needs. If you have questions about OTC hearing technology, signs and symptoms of hearing loss, or the dangers of self-treating hearing problems, call us today at 732-276-1011 we’re here to help!
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Why Your Thyroid Still Bothers You By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. If there’s one thing I’m sensitive to, it’s an incorrect diagnosis. You probably are too. I bet many of you reading this today have spent lots of money over the years, trying to address all the incorrect diagnoses that well-meaning physicians arbitrarily assigned to you. Today’s article is about thyroid because it gets misdiagnosed probably 1000 times a day or more! Perhaps you’ve been told you have depression, bipolar, heart disease, anxiety, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic UTIs or Raynaud’s phenomenon. What if I told you all these problems could stem from undiagnosed hypothyroidism. And your labs will show up as normal. Take “Beth” for example. She told her physician about her sudden irrational fears, and mild anxiety about things that never used to bother her before. It was weird for her to suddenly feel this mentally unsettled, and at times shaky. Her physician in Connecticut talked to her for 10 minutes then ordered Alprazolam to be taken throughout the day. This medication is in the category of “benzodiazepines,” and it is a popular anti-anxiety and sleep medication. The problem I have with this is two-fold: • Why would any doctor prescribe an addictive drug as the first line agent? These drugs have the capacity to change your brain in scary ways over time by down-regulating GABA receptors. Why bring the big guns out right away when something more benign could be tried first? • Why didn’t he test her for Hashimoto’s or hypothyroidism, when anxiety is often
one of the first symptoms? Other symptoms include constipation, dry skin, hair loss, brain fog, and feeling constantly cold. Sudden unexplained anxiety, bipolar or odd mood swings could be a tell-tale sign of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, which is exactly what Beth had. It was uncovered 2 years later. Missing the diagnosis of hypothyroidism, Graves’ disease or Hashimoto’s could mean that you continue to feel awful. Not getting the right treatment will cause the crumbling of your job, relationships, financial security (conventional medical labs and treatments are not cheap) and while hard to measure, your personal self-esteem. Doctors shouldn’t shoot in the dark. I am worried you’re getting heavily medicated with mind-bending drugs, like Beth is, instead of getting simple thyroid hormone to replace what’s missing! Did you know that thyroid hormone declines naturally with age, just like our estrogen and testosterone? Your lab results cannot be trusted. There are many reasons that your thyroid might be bothering you, and your doctor won’t catch it. The number one reason is that thyroid hormone may be locked outside the cell. It has to get inside your cell to help you. Also, conversion rates to activated T3 go down with stress, pregnancy and grief. Would you like to know all of the reasons? If so, I’ll share a free copy of my ebook: “THYROID - 5 Reasons You Don’t Get Well”. I also wrote a food guide for people with Hashimoto’s called “Hashi No No’s.” Just email me at ScriptEssentials@suzycohen.com and specify which ebook(s) you would like.
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BUSINESS PROFILE I&G FARMS
By Donna Frances Madej During the past months while we were enjoying the showcase of glorious seasonal fruits, vegetables and vegetation presented to us by I&G Farms at their family farm market, behind the scenes activity continued. Twenty-thousand mums, countless number of cornstalks, pumpkins and lots of straw later, the leaves fall and we’ve been anxiously waiting for the intermission to end… Act three and the wait is over! If you’re not already a fan of the “growers for all seasons,” now is the time to stop by 150 Whitesville Road, Jackson, for your holiday decorating and floral needs. Thanks to I&G Farms, there’s no need to settle for “typical” wreaths, swags, sprays, or grave blankets. And don’t even think about purchasing your poinsettias at a big box or grocery store and your Christmas tree on a corner or in a parking lot. Often when you buy a poinsettia from somewhere other than a grower, there’s actually no flower left, only colored leaves, due to it not being treated correctly in transit. The flower of the poinsettia is berry like, located in the center of the plant and is called the bract. I&G’s poinsettias are grown right here in greenhouses beginning in July, are breathtaking and will surpass your expectations. As far as the trees…who knows how long ago they were cut down? Here, beautiful, healthy, fresh cut Frazer Fur Christmas trees. Irene Johnston refers to the staff that assists her throughout the year and helps create the holiday
Where The Stage Is Set For Holiday Magic merchandise as “the most incredible, gifted designers that you’d ever want to see.” They offer premade and custom made items and lovingly craft their creations in the market, which has magically been transformed into a decorating center. Bins of embellishments and a large variety of ribbon enable you to personalize your choice and help create something very special. Bows are available, pre or handmade, and add the perfect touch to many creations. Theme wreaths are popular and if you have items you’d like to incorporate, including lights, you’re more than welcome to bring them in. I&G Farms have provided wreaths for area businesses and always deliver upscale, meticulously crafted creations. Ideally, a week is requested for custom orders but the staff has been known to deliver in less time. “With our custom wreaths, people usually request them large; 24, 36, 48 inches. That’s an inside dimension, so you have to double that,” Irene explains. “Sometimes they want smaller ones to match and we’ll do that too.” A back room that’s refrigerated, ice, moisture and a cover on them helps Irene preserve the wreaths and keep them looking their finest. “I usually get them the week before we open because we need time to start making them and decorating them to get them outside for people to buy. She advises that fresh wreaths be displayed outside, not inside and warns that heat, especially
fireplaces, are a major reason for needles to dry out and fall off. Spraying them with water will keep them moist and increase their longevity once you bring it home. Premium fresh balsam greens from Nova Scotia, Canada is used for some wreaths, grave blankets and sprays. Various greens from the farm are cut and incorporated into the designs to add color, giving them a different look. Irene and her staff also make their own picks (used in their creative process) and once again need to take precaution to prevent finger injury. “They’re sharp, and when you push them through the wreaths you have to tape your fingers up to protect them from getting poked, which hurt,” Irene exclaims. “Once I forgot about it (wrapped fingers) and went to a store to get something and the lady said, “Oh you poor thing!” Back to the poinsettias! They’re named after Joel Roberts Poinsett, the first U.S. Minister to Mexico, who brought them back to the U.S., started to cultivate them and turned them into what they are today. At I&G Farms, you’ll find the traditional red, white and pink colored poinsettias but also Novelties, which are unusual hues and combinations; mauve and peach; marbled and speckled. Names include Picasso, reds and pinks with what looks like a marbled effect and Monet, an abstract with different colors. Pot sizes range from 5 to 14 inches, the largest having 30-35 flowers. They come with a really nice decorative pot cover and if desired, can be adorned with branches and greens.
A Christmassy combo of red and white plants is also very popular. Remember that poinsettias should not be subjected to a temperature below 55 degrees and since they like a dryer condition, should not be overwatered. When a poinsettia gets overwatered it droops, causing people to think that it needs more water. According to Irene, “I always tell people to pick up the pot and feel the weight. When it’s heavy, don’t water it. When it’s light, water it.” A Christmas tree purchased from
I&G Farms will surely enhance your holiday celebration and decor. Ranging in height from 6-9 feet, Irene considers the Frazer Fur the Cadillac of trees as it holds its needles longer than other types of trees. She deals with a smaller grower, who cuts trees later, resulting in a fresher tree when they arrive at I&G Farms. After purchasing, if the tree will be put up immediately, an additional cut will be made to the stump so that it will take in water, then wrapped and tied onto your vehicle. If it’s not going up right away, it should be kept in water in a cool place and the stump cut when it’s ready to be put up. Irene assures us that the first time you put the tree up after its cut; it will drink a large amount of water. It’s crucial that its receptacle be checked daily and water be replenished as needed. Contact I&G Farms at 732-3640308, or iandgfarmsjackson@gmail. com and like them on Facebook; IGFarms. I&G Farms will be open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Christmas Eve. At the close of business and as the lights dim, a stillness and quietness will envelop I&G Farms until spring. Although I&G will not “officially” reopen until then, Irene says that they’re “always here, growing all the spring flowers, always checking the phones if people need to call for anything, advice about a plant or what to do. I’ll always be there.” Undoubtedly getting ready to return on cue for I&G Farms next major production and endless encores…Bravo Irene and staff. Bravo!
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com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. tients, coupled with Hearing loss, unfortunately, technology and value often goes untreated since it is have set Garden State Hearing not painful and often not a pri& Balance Center apart for ority for patients. But for the years, with recent investments 40 million people who suffer making the treatment of hear- from it, Dr. Kirsh explains, ing loss and similar conditions it is important that they seek more manageable than ever. diagnosis and t reatment to T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. hawkin and Whiting, was the “Over the last few years, first in the United States to there have been a lot of studbe Audigy-Certified, a testa- ies that show a relationship ment to its adherence to the bet ween u nt reated hear ing industry’s best practices that loss and memory deficits such are required for certification. as dementia and Alzheimer’s, “Any business that is Au- which means you r suscepdigy-Certif ied, from a best t ibilit y to obt ai n i ng t hese practices standpoint, is in the memory issues increases as top t wo to a function of “We don’t over three percent t he hea r i ng in the counloss that you schedule or double try,” said Dr. h a v e ,” D r . book, so people are Isidore Kirsh said. generally seen on time.” Kirsh – commonly Wit h r a re –Dr. Kirsh known as Dr. exception, Izzy – foundthe only way er and director of the practice, to help preserve your hearing who holds a doctorate degree is th rough a hear ing aid – (Ph.D.) from the Union Insti- sometimes a stumbling block tute & University. for patients who are self-conThe Center performs testing scious about wearing one. But for patients with auditory pro- technological improvements cessing disorders and testing have led to the devices becomfor people who are suffering ing vir tually invisible, and from tinnitus – ringing in the more helpful than ever. ears – as well as hearing loss “They can be 100 percent and balance issues. invisible, they can have BlueDr. Kirsh’s practice includes tooth as well as Wi-Fi capastate-of-the art equipment to bilities,” Dr. Kirsh explained. evaluate hearing and balance “ You ca n st r e a m a sig n a l issues, which are often related through your iPhone or your to inner ear disorders. television, even movies and “Seventy percent of patients Broa dway shows, r ig ht t o wh o c o m pl a i n of b a l a n c e you r hea r i ng aid. Most of proble m s u s u a l ly h ave a n today’s hearing aids are very i n ner ear component,” Dr. inconspicuous, meaning the
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cosmetic issue is really not an issue anymore.” Hearing aids also can have features such as GPS locator capability. “The technology is improving significantly every year,” Dr. Kirsh said. For patients, hearing aids can be financed interest free for 24 months, and Dr. Kirsh’s practice provides free battery replacements for life. Patients can also return a hearing aid during a 75 day trial period, during which time they return to Garden State Hearing &
Balance Center a minimum of three times to check on their progress. “We don’t over schedule or double book, so people are generally seen on time,” said Dr. Kirsh. The practice has th r ived on accessibility for patients, investments in technology, and the easing of the financial aspect of treatment. “We try to give people as much value as possible, and
that really separates us from some of the other hearing care professionals out there,” Better hearing is a priceless gift! Dr. Kirsh said.
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Dear Joel Hot Or Cold?
Dear Joel, I like the bedroom nice and toasty but it seems like I married Frosty the Snowman. The minute I fall asleep he turns off the heat and I wake up with my teeth chattering. I’m sure there must be other winter/ summer couples out there, any good solutions?
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of dec 8 - dec 14 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Tame your temper. It isn’t always how you act but how you react that counts. Your reflexes are sharp, and you can make executive decisions on the fly, but some people may find this abrasive in the week ahead. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When you are challenged by important subjects you will be more successful if you perform an in-depth study. In the week ahead, your passion to reach major goals can co-exist with the daily grind of minor chores. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): This isn’t the best week to add new irons to the fire. You may find it difficult to say “no,” but it is in your best interests to wait for better timing. A competitor may share information that improves a tense situation. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Watch your pennies like a hawk in the week ahead. You could make financial decisions without forethought or regret an expenditure. You may receive a helping hand at the workplace from an unexpected source. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Workaholics might seem glamorous to your eyes as this week unfolds. Someone may appear to be a sterling example, but you must be careful to avoid emulating bad habits. Steer clear of disputes and demanding people. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Something from the past might block the way and frustrate your desires in the upcoming week. You can get stuck between a rock and a hard place if you initiate an important endeavor or argue with someone. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Point out the pos-
itive. A vague feeling of unrest or concern could waste both time and energy in the week to come. Clear the air with a loved one a soon as possible so that a minor skirmish doesn’t turn into a cold war. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): All things eventually change for the better. Console yourself if it seems that there is too much tension in your life during the week ahead. Have faith that the fog will clear and avoid making major life decisions. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Try reading past the first paragraph. In an effort to deal with irritating situations quickly you might skim over the most crucial issue. In the week to come be on your best behavior and avoid controversies and conflicts. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Remain open to suggestions. In the week ahead, you may ignore new ideas or suffer from a tendency to rely on rigid thinking. A minor alteration in your daily work routines might solve numerous nagging problems. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Rainy day funds can be swept away during a flood. In the week ahead be cautious about financial outlays and keep a sharp eye on your bank balance. You may have a great idea but should wait to execute it. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may have plenty of energy, but a lack of imagination can hold you back from realizing your dreams. You may not be able to clearly outline a new idea that is beginning to emerge. Steer clear of disputes this week.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen You Say Potato, I Say Yum! This Hanukkah Recipe Takes The Cake By Wolfgang Puck
Hanukkah has one particular distinguishing characteristic to its traditional celebration foods: They are cooked in oil. That pays homage to the one-day supply of oil that miraculously kept the sacred lamp burning for eight days after Jewish patriots recaptured the temple in Jerusalem back in the 2nd century B.C. This traditional cooking method is a lovely symbolic way to help share that story with children and adults alike, through two foods served most widely at Hanukkah parties: potato pancakes and jelly-filled donuts. I’ve certainly eaten my share of both. I’m especially fond of potato pancakes. But, as anyone who has prepared them will tell you, a particular drawback comes with cooking them at home. The best ones are usually pan-fried in shallow oil. And, after you’ve made enough for everyone, your entire kitchen and dining area are likely to smell of oil; plus, your stovetop and surrounding areas may be covered with a fine, slick film. Because the aroma and the residue can linger for days, many cooks instead buy already-made pancakes from the deli or frozen ones that they crisp up in the oven. So let me suggest a delicious alternative that comes, in fact, from country kitchens in France and other European countries: Make crispy, oven-baked potato pancakes called galettes de pomme de terre in French. My galettes recipe begins by shredding baking potatoes and squeezing out all their excess moisture to help them cook up as crisp as possible, the same way traditional Jewish cooks do. But that’s where the similarity ends. The cakes are then shaped to the full diameter of a skillet in which they’re briefly browned with a little butter or oil; then, they’re transferred to a baking sheet to finish cooking in the oven, coming out golden brown and crispy as can be. The following recipe yields four good servings (with each person getting half of a large pancake). But the recipe doubles or triples with only a little extra work; and, once you’ve partially cooked them on the stovetop, you can hold them for up to an hour before completing the baking in the oven. In my recipe, I also offer two ways to serve the pancakes. Grownups may prefer my savory topping of smoked salmon with a shallot-dill sour cream. Both younger and older guests alike will enjoy the more traditional combination of applesauce and plain sour cream. Either way, please consider this recipe to be a Hanukkah present that goes on giving, as the savory version goes especially well with the Champagne or other sparkling wine you’ll be opening in a matter of weeks to serve on New Year’s Eve! CRISPY POTATO GALETTES TWO WAYS Serves 4 For the potato galettes: 3 baking potatoes, about 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) total weight, peeled 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons of it melted in advance; or 4 tablespoons vegetable oil Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper For the shallot-dill sour cream and smoked salmon (savory topping): 1/2 cup (125 ml) sour cream 1 small shallot, minced 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 pound thinly sliced smoked salmon or other good-quality smoked fish Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing Freshly squeezed lemon juice, for brushing Finely chopped fresh chives, for garnish For the applesauce and sour cream (sweet topping): 2 cups (500 mL) good-quality applesauce Ground cinnamon 1 cup (250 mL) sour cream Preheat the oven to 425 F (220 C). For the potato galettes, use the large holes on a box grater to coarsely shred the potatoes. Transfer them to a clean kitchen towel, roll up the towel around the potatoes, and, over the sink, carefully squeeze and twist the towel to extract as much liquid as possible from the potatoes. Transfer the potato shreds to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with the 2 tablespoons melted butter, or 2 tablespoons of the oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss well. In a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of the remaining butter (or heat the same amount of oil). Add half of the potatoes, and pat them into an even disk about 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick. Cook until golden, about 3 minutes per side, carefully turning the cake over with a wide spatula. Then, slide the potato galette onto a baking sheet, leaving room for another. Repeat the process with the remaining butter or oil and remaining potatoes, transferring the second cake to the baking sheet. Transfer the galettes to the preheated oven, and bake until they are deep golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes longer. Then, transfer them to 1 or 2 serving platters and leave at room temperature for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the topping of your choice. If you’d like a savory topping, make the shallot-dill sour cream: Combine the sour cream, shallot, dill, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir well with a wire whisk, seasoning the mixture to taste with salt and pepper. At serving time, cut the galettes in half, transfer to serving plates, and spread the sour cream mixture over them. Top with the smoked salmon or other smoked fish of your choice. Lightly brush the salmon with olive oil and lemon juice. Garnish with chives. If you’d like a sweeter topping, transfer the applesauce to a serving bowl and lightly dust it with cinnamon. In a small mixing bowl, whisk the sour cream with a wire whisk; then, transfer it to a serving bowl. At serving time, cut the galettes in half and transfer to serving plates. Pass the applesauce and sour cream for guests to help themselves.
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