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–Photos by Chris Lundy The former Surf Club was destroyed by Superstorm Sandy. (Inset) The parking lot would also be included in a purchase. By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – How much is the Surf Club worth? That’s the question that is halting the purchase of Joey Harrison’s Surf Club at 1900 Ocean Avenue in Ortley Beach. The former nightclub was destroyed in Superstorm Sandy and the
owner had decided to sell the property – but how much and to who remains unanswered. There have been discussions to sell the land in the past, to either the town or a developer. One developer would want to close Ocean Avenue to build a condo complex right over it.
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Township officials didn’t like that plan. Toms River has plans for the property, too. They would extend the boardwalk, have a public beach, and features like a gazebo to make it an attractive wedding destination. Between (Surf Club - See Page 5)
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The township’s tax rate is staying flat for the third straight year, but some warn that if surplus keeps being used it might have a negative impact. The total budget is $130,769,113, up $5,373,800 from last year’s $125,395,302. The amount to be raised by taxes is $82,690,095, up slightly from last year’s $82,089,203. The tax rate will remain at 63 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. For the average home valued at $273,900, the taxes will be $1,739.81. This is just the figure for municipal taxes, and does not include other taxes such as those paid to the county or school. Increases to pensions and health benefits make up about $3 million. Increases like this are not sustainable, business administrator Don Guardian said. The township is looking into self-insuring in the future, which might be less costly. The township was down billions of dollars in ratables after Superstorm Sandy. Ratables are all the taxable property in an area. So much property was destroyed, and taxes are based on property assessments, that it shifted the burden toward properties that survived. Now, more properties are coming back online, so the taxes can be spread out wider, but the town is still half a billion dollars behind pre-Sandy numbers. Guardian also said that the town’s average tax liability is lower than both the average for the county and the average for the state. Councilman Maurice Hill said it’s been difficult to maintain a budget for three years that didn’t have any tax rate increases. (Tax Rate - See Page 5)
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By Chris Lundy TRENTON – County Republican leader George Gilmore, who recently went to trial on tax evasion charges, parted ways amiably last year with a lobbying firm he was associated with. In addition to being the head of the county GOP, his law firm Gilmore and Monahan did work for
many local municipalities. He was also involved with 1868 Public Affairs, a firm that boasts having connections in government that can “provide our clients with a powerful voice in the budget and legislative process.” Richard Ambrosino Jr., managing partner for 1868, explained that Gilmore was of counsel with
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Continued From Page 1 the existing parking lot, and more that would be added, there could be 100 spots, Mayor Thomas Kelaher said. The State’s Blue Acres program has offered the property owner, Joseph Barcellona Sr., $6 million for the building that the club is on, Kelaher said. Green Acres would buy the parking lot across the
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Continued From Page 1 administration in the state switched from Republican Chris Christie to Democrat Phil Murphy. Gilmore was an early supporter of Christie’s, and served on his transition team when the governor took office in 2010. Murphy assumed office in January
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Continued From Page 1 Councilman Daniel Rodrick was the sole “no” vote on the budget, because he said he felt that the township should have shopped around for a better insurance plan. Hill and Rodrick are both running for
The Toms River Times, April 20, 2019, Page 5 street. Blue Acres is a program for floodprone land and Green Acres provides funds for land conservation. However, Barcellona has stated that the property is worth $10 million. At a recent Township Council meeting, Toni Tomarazzo, on behalf of the Ortley Beach Voters and Taxpayers Association, asked if the town would be able to put up more money if a private developer outbid the state.
“We are stewards of one of the most valuable assets,” she said. “This is something we could never get again.” Ortley resident Pat Klaslo mentioned how much money Ortley residents have contributed in open space taxes and no land has ever been purchased for open space there. Business administrator Don Guardian said the assessed value will be offered by the state. The township will only pay
what it takes to maintain the property, or improve it with boardwalk or whatever other recreation is going there. The town is already planning to put millions into the improvements, it might not be prudent to put more into the purchase price, Kelaher said. The club’s liquor license was recently sold to BJ’s Brewhouse, the restaurant being built on the Ocean County Mall property.
of 2018. Gilmore started with 1868 Public Affairs around 2010, Abrosino said. He resigned to concentrate on his law firm, and 1868 asked for a letter of resignation in December to have it on record. “It’s not something rare in this business,” he said of someone leaving after a politician is out of office, noting that partners in the firm have had personal relationships
with Gilmore for 20 years. Gilmore, of Toms River, was indicted on six counts by a federal grand jury: one count of tax evasion; two counts of failing to collect, account for, and pay over payroll taxes for two quarters of one year; two counts of filing a false tax return; and one count of alleged loan application fraud. He allegedly owes more than $1 million in federal taxes while having spent more
than $2.5 million on extravagant personal expenses. His attorney, Kevin Marino, has tried to argue that Gilmore’s spending is due to a hoarding disorder, but the federal government has not been interested in hearing that defense, or hearing from a psychological expert’s testimony on the disorder. A request for comment through Marino was not returned for this story.
mayor in the Republican primary, against former Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph Coronato. Rodrick had stated that while the tax rate stayed the same, spending still needs to get under control or there could be negative impacts. In an email after the budget presentation, chief financial officer Sharon Smith
explained that $19 million of the town’s surplus was spent to balance the budget. This is up from last year’s $17 million. “It has the potential to affect our bond rating due to the larger-than-usual draw from surplus to balance the 2019 budget,” she said. “Rating agencies frown upon large draws from surplus that a town cannot foreseeably make back through
operations.” A bond rating is given by a third party company to determine how easily a town (for example) can pay back debt. The better the rating, the lower the interest. The town can’t foreseeably generate $19 million in surplus, she said. By way of comparison, the town made back $15.53 million last year.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor
F eatured L etter School Funding Formula Flawed Please reconsider the flawed S-2 school funding plan. Yes, many schools have received a funding increase. However, far too many schools have had funding losses that will decimate the schools and towns for years to come, if not permanently. I am a proud alumni of Toms River schools. I moved back to Toms River to raise my children, as my wife and I love the town. We, along with many New Jersey citizens, are considering moving out of the state because of the heavy tax burden and the implementation of S-2. With the decrease in funding, the overall quality of education will fall. Toms River is still recovering from the catastrophe
of Hurricane Sandy. S-2 will make the recovery even more difficult. Toms River citizens are willing to pay more in taxes to keep the schools going. Unfortunately, the amount that the taxes will increase over the next 5-6 years will be far too heavy of a burden for working class families to handle. Toms River Schools has been one of the most fiscally responsible school districts for many years, and has even won awards as such. Please don’t penalize the children of New Jersey with unwarranted funding cuts from a flawed formula. Patrick Hay Toms River
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Holy Easter For Jesus was nailed to the cross He had the strength an power, that was never loss God let himself go through such torture Pontius Pilate was a scoundrel an crucifier A crown of thorns was pushed into his head He wasn’t allowed to be fed For the suffering he went through Because of our sins that he knew He died on the cross, then was brought down He lied so peaceful on the ground He was taken to a tomb, wrapped up in a cloth For the supreme power, in which he has got God would rise he is the king of all kings The creator of all things Good Friday is a day of darkness And knowingly what he did for us He knew beforehand what would happen to him There was rain, lightning and thunder the sky was dim His resurrection made the world realize That he is the super natural power, we do recognize On Holy Easter Sunday, the day he has risen We pray to him, in what he has given For he is God our savior We give the greatest respect to our maker For the candles that we do burn Our hearts do turn Towards the light on this holy celebration Which the world prays to God on this special occasion
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Why We Love & Vote For President Donald Trump As a private citizen and voter during the last 60 years, I can assure readers that after watching what the other side has done to a duly elected President, be on notice... It’s been all about “performance” and I do not refer this President’s responses to the many verbal attacks that never appear to end. Can anyone believe a person who has been attacked with such negative press, cannot respond? 90 percent percent of national press has been negative, while the real facts go as follows: • National Economy is strong. • Wages are up 3.2 percent, lower than that of our former presidents. • He has added 5 million
new jobs, thanks to jobs act and tax cuts on all business owners. • President Trump signed the First Step Act that reforms our broken criminal justice system. • He with solid care for our country pulled out of the Obama Iran Nuclear weapon deal. • NATO is now paying their share for defense (we have been paying way too long). • We now have two Supreme Court Justices that will follow the Constitution as it was written, and not induce their own political views. • Seated 85 new federal judges, an all-time record of 30 circuit judges. • Since our President Trump took office, nearly four million people have dropped off food stamps program. A good sign as they appeared to have taken advantage of the
• Unemployment rate for our countries Hispanics have reached an all-time low rate, the same data results for African Americans and women have also been reached unprecedented low rate. • President Trump has been fighting for an immigration system that will protect our southern border, and in that process is actually benefiting those who came here legally and through our laws and process. • President Trump has secured access quality health care our veterans and military organizations. • President Trump with his love for our country has been fighting for We The People, by working with his administration for everyone’s safety and wellbeing. • President Trump has tried to work with Congress, even making reasonable concessions, and has been willing to work with Congress and some of his own party ... yet they continue to move for his removal. I believe, having been a Democratic Centrist so many years ago, that we all should be supportive of a governing body, and our president who truly believes in our values and future of our families and children. Sal Sorce Manahawkin
Fear Of Purse Snatching In Whiting I am a resident of Whiting and have been for the past 20 years, but I continue to watch its demise with the closing of stores, as it limits the shopping for all residents of the surrounding area. We have currently been
Stop & Shop, which has recently become a scary place to shop. Two weeks ago an elderly woman was knocked down and ha d her pu r se stolen, but that is only the most recent. There have been at least four before this one. Through the grace of God that woman sustained only minor bruises but left with a fear she did not have before. Since this is not the f i r s t i n c id e nt a t t h i s st ore, some re side nt s approached the manager about secu r it y and his response was that security issues are the r e s p o n si bi l it y of t h e proper ty owner. Since Stop & Shop only leases the land, it is not their responsibility to provide security. The police are very busy taking care of the needs of Manchester and cannot be expected to patrol the shopping area on a full time basis. If you no longer drive, you are forced to use Stop & Shop since that is where the village busses go. If people no longer feel safe shopping there, that, like so many other stores, will shut down and Whiting will become a ghost town. I believe it is the responsibilit y of the elected officials to sustain the welfa re a nd safet y of its citizens. Si nce we helped put you in office, it seems to me that you should be working on a business plan to help not only Manchester but Whiting grow and feel safe once again. After all, t he dy na m ics a re changing as is the ages. So instead of looking toward re-election, look toward keeping Whiting a place that will attract new residents. Cynthia Cooke Whiting
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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Vote Will Protect Health Care For People With Pre-Existing Conditions
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following is a statement from Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) on the passage of H.Res. 271, a resolution condemning efforts to strip health care away from people
with pre-existing conditions. “People are sick and tired of having their health care threatened by politicians in Washington. Today’s vote sends an unequivocal message that people with pre-existing
conditions should never have their health care put at risk. Members of Congress, from both parties, should come together to protect people with pre-existing conditions and focus on making health care
more affordable for everyone.” Congressman Kim has made lowering the cost of health care a major priority and the aim of his first bill. The SAVE Act is a bipartisan bill introduced by Congressman Kim and
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01). It would incentivize states to adopt state-based health insurance marketplaces, which have been shown to have additional options and lower costs when compared to the
federally-facilitated exchange. The SAVE Act is currently being marked up by the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Once passed, the bill will go to the House floor for a final vote.
More Funding To Be Available For Sandy-Impacted Homeowners
TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy, Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver, Senator Bob Menendez, Congressman Frank Pallone, and state Senator Vin Gopal visited Neptune’s Shark River Municipal Marina to discuss the State’s plan to remove the cap on access to Sandy-related funds, allowing homeowners who have long been in limbo to complete construction on their primary homes. Additionally, those still impacted by Sandy will be able to get additional months of rental assistance. These efforts to support homeowners in the Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, Elevation, and Mitigation (RREM) Program and the Low-to-Moderate Income (LMI) Homeowner Rebuilding Program to the finish line were recently approved by the federal government. “My administration’s goal is to get more funding into the hands of Sandy-impacted families who have run out of money and legitimately need additional resources to finish construction. Since we announced these programs six months ago, we have made tremendous progress for those who have spent years waiting to return home,” said Governor Murphy. “Federal approval of our plan puts us one significant step closer to making this a reality. For the families who have yet to complete their rebuilding efforts, we recognize the difficulties you’ve endured. But we hope the actions we’ve taken over the last year eliminate the challenges that remain and demonstrate our commitment to helping all who were so devastated by Superstorm Sandy.” “More than six years later, struggling Sandy families need a lifeline to get across the
finish line and finally make it back home. The New Jersey Organizing Project welcomes this lifeline,” said Amanda Devecka-Rinear, Executive Director of the New Jersey Organizing Project (NJOP). “Both the extension of rental assistance and the creation of a supplemental fund create hope and options where previously there were none. We look forward to continuing to work together to make sure families don’t have to struggle alone.” “The 1,200 or so New Jerseyans who remain in the state rebuilding program have been through hell and back again. Some were defrauded by their building contractor; some had to spend tens of thousands of dollars fighting flood insurance companies in court; and some remain paralyzed by the fear of dreaded claw-back letters,” said Senator Menendez. “These Sandy survivors have faced many different obstacles. But at the end of the day they all share the same dream of returning home and getting on with their lives. Their marathon is not yet over but today the finish line is on the horizon, and the day they can return home is within reach.” “It has been nearly six and a half years since Sandy devastated our shore communities,” said Rep. Pallone. “We cannot lose sight of the fact that New Jerseyans continue to recover to this day. This assistance, which will come from the Sandy relief package that I fought for in Congress, will significantly help to remove financial barriers for New Jersey residents who are still working to return to their homes. I applaud Governor Murphy and my colleagues in Congress for their steadfast support in this ongoing
recovery.” “My Department’s Sandy Recovery Division has ramped up efforts to help homeowners finish rebuilding once and for all,” said Lt. Governor Sheila Y. Oliver, who serves as Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA). “Throughout the month of March, we held well-attended outreach sessions about the additional funding in communities that were hit hard by Sandy. No longer will people in the RREM Program and LMI Program be limited to a $150,000 grant.” “Thousands of New Jerseyans had the course of their life altered forever, and so many still deal with the impacts today,” said State Senator Vin Gopal. “While we continue to fight for support at the state level, ensuring we hold Sandy-repair contractors accountable, I am elated to join Gov. Murphy and our federal representatives today to announce $50 million that will go toward one of the most important Sandy recovery goals we can achieve: keeping New Jerseyans in their homes.” Previously, homeowners in the RREM Program and the LMI Program were limited to a maximum grant award of $150,000 to rebuild their primary residence. Because the grant award is not sufficient for some homeowners to complete their project, DCA requested and received approval from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to reallocate $50 million of federal Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds to the RREM Program and the LMI Program to provide
additional construction funding that should remove any financial roadblocks to a full recovery for these families. Also, homeowners in the RREM Program and LMI Program who are in construction can receive up to $1,300 per month through the Rental Assistance Program (RAP) while their homes are being rebuilt. The Murphy Administration successfully petitioned the federal government to allow homeowners to now receive up to a total of 40 months of rental assistance funded with CDBG-DR dollars. Rental assistance was previously limited by federal regulations to 21 months. “Homeowners continue to work towards completing construction, but the financial strain of an additional rental payment can be the difference between finishing or
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abandoning the project,” said Charles Richman, Executive Director of the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA), which administers the Rental Assistance Program. “We at the NJHMFA are proud to help those families who were severely impacted by Sandy make ends meet so they can return home.” DCA allocated $50 million to create a Supplemental Fund exclusively for homeowners in the RREM Program and the LMI Program who have a program-calculated unmet need and who have yet to complete construction. Awards from the Supplemental Fund will be uncapped, will be calculated based on the remaining program-eligible work needed to finish the project, and will take into account other funding sources. Homeowners
who accept a Supplemental Fund award will be required to live in the home for five years following construction completion. DCA plans to make applications for the Supplemental Fund available in early summer. DCA’s Sandy Recovery Division hosted evening and weekend outreach sessions about the Supplemental Fund throughout the month of March to packed rooms in communities such as Atlantic City, Brick, Little Ferry, Toms River, and Union Beach. Information about the outreach sessions and the Supplemental Fund was provided via direct phone calls and emails to every homeowner in the RREM Program and the LMI Program who is still rebuilding and who may be eligible for supplemental funding.
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TOMS RIVER – Mayor Kelaher welcomed the League of Historical Societies of New Jersey to the Ocean County Library. He was joined by Tim Hart, President of the LHSNJ and director of the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission and Cynthia Smith of the Ocean County Historical Society. The League of Historical Societies of New Jersey, founded in 1966, is composed of over 220 organizations that represent over 45,000 individual members. While most of the organizations in the League are local historical societies, it also includes statewide societies and related institutions, county agencies, museums, libraries and archival groups, historic preservation agencies, and a variety of other organizations devoted to and interested in New Jersey history. The members of the League share information and ideas about their activities and their problems, and about the work of other groups engaged in saving New Jersey history, county by county, and town by town. They conduct cooperative activities to advance preservation and knowledge of the history of New Jersey.
–Photo courtesy Toms River Township The League holds three meetings each year for all of its members, one in each of the regions — Northern, Central, and Southern. These meetings are hosted by member societies of the League.
10th Anniversary Spring Huddy Park In-Water Boat Show TOMS RIVER – The Huddy Park In-Water Boat Show will be held April 26 to 28, all day, at Huddy Park! There will be many boats in the water for sea trials as well as boats on land. There will be Regular, Luxury and Performance Triple Toon Pontoons with 150’s, 200’s, and 300 Horse Power. Also, Deck Boats, Center Console Fishing Boats, Dual Console Fishing Boats and Pilot House Fishing Boats. The event will run: • Friday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Rain Date is May 3-5.
Film Screening: After Auschwitz TOMS RIVER – In honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day please join us on May 2, 6:30-8 p.m., for a Film Screening: After Auschwitz, a “Post-Holocaust” documentary that follows six extraordinary women, capturing what it means to move from tragedy and trauma towards life. (NR) 83 minutes. The program is free to the public. Registration is required. Registration begins on April 4, 2019. For more information, contact The Ocean County Library at 732-349-6200 or programs@theoceancountylibrary.org.
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–Photo courtesy St. Joseph Grade School TOMS RIVER – St. Joseph Grade School, is proud to announce the selection of four teachers, Mr. Christopher Tobin (Math), Mrs. Cheryl Chiarella (Science), Mrs. Patricia Cerami (Science), and Ms. Jennifer Criscuolo (Science), as Fellows in the 2019 cohort of The Trustey Family STEM Teaching Fellows. “Our teachers were selected as one of 9 schools in the program’s fifth cohort and will join over 120 teachers from the program’s first four cohorts and I could not be more proud,” said Madeline Kinloch, Principal of St. Joseph Grade School. The Trustey Family STEM Teaching Fellows is a competitive, three-summer, two school year program that seeks to improve STEM teaching and learning for all students.
Fellows will attend three Summer Institutes at the University of Notre Dame, beginning in July 2019. Throughout the school year they will receive content specific coaching for their instructional practice and targeted support as they expand access to and opportunities for STEM learning in their school. The Trustey Family STEM Teaching Fellows is sponsored by the University of Notre Dame Center for STEM Education, housed in the Institute for Educational Initiatives at the University of Notre Dame. The Center for STEM Education’s mission seeks to help all students, especially those underserved and in Catholic schools, engage and excel in the STEM disciplines through research and the translation of research.
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Toms River Little League Season Begins
–Photos courtesy Toms River Township TOMS RIVER – April 6 was Opening Day for both Toms River Little League and Toms River East Little League! Councilman Hill helped throw out the first pitch with two young players at Toms River Little League. The theme of this year’s parade was celebrating “Field of Mentors.” Councilwoman Maria Maruca and Councilman Mo Hill participated in the parade and TRELL honored the 9 and 11 year old teams who won the District 18 championships last year.
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Donovan Catholic High School Dedicates “Little Red Mailbox Of Hope”
TOMS RIVER – On Saturday, April 13 at 3:30 p.m., Father Scott, pastor of Donovan Catholic Church and School, officially dedicated a “Little Red Mailbox of Hope” in memory of Karin Krenek, former drama director who died suddenly last May while working at school. “We miss Karin dearly,” said Father Scott. “In some small way, we hope that ‘this Little Red Mailbox’ will help us continue to heal…and be a constant reminder of her lasting impact on the school and community.” The Little Red Mailbox came about in 2014 in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, offering the community there an opportunity to spread hope, love and expression. Founder Sue Goodrich said, “it’s a place to share your thoughts, dreams, spirituality, feelings and secrets…or to simply ‘read the journal’ where others have left notes/experiences about their personal journey through life. “Donovan Catholic’s mailbox will be dedicated to the memory of my sister in law, Karin,” said Sue McKechnie. Karin’s trademark statement was: “You are valued, you are cherished, you are loved…always loved”…..will adorn one side of the mailbox…while the other side will simply say “the Little Red Mailbox.”
The mailbox here will offer students, faculty and local community an opportunity to reflect not only on Karin, but also on personal challenges that they may be facing; whether it is long term illness, death in the family or simply troubling times. It’s a place to leave messages of hope and encouragement. McKechnie was instrumental in getting a mailbox installed at Little Island State park, just south of the Virginia Beach, VA. “I check the mailbox there a least once a week. The response has been nothing short of amazing, with three journals filled in just two years,” she said. Goodrich says the box was created as a refuge to escape the everyday hustle and bustle and arrive at a place of peace by the sea. “The angels are guarding it,” said Goodrich, who at a time when she needed hope in her life following the sudden passing of her mother. It is in this light that Sue and Bill McKechnie thought of having a mailbox placed here at Donovan Catholic. The Donovan mailbox will be the 13th of 20 Little Red Mailboxes offering a special place of hope. Other Little Red Mailbox locations include: Johnstown, PA; Rodanthe, NC; Fredericksburg, VA; and Coopers Pond in Bergenfield, NJ, among many others.
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By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Food Fest is returning soon, offering up good eats and tasty treats! The 9th annual event will be held on May 4, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., in downtown Toms River along Washington Street. Should the weather not cooperate, the rain date is May 5. The annual food fest will feature a variety of gourmet food trucks, arts and crafts, vendor booths, children’s rides and live entertainment from four great bands. Enjoy everything from barbeque, to seafood, to Mexican or Greek flavors. Satisfy your sweet tooth can with funnel cake, ice cream or cupcakes! Despite the name, the Toms River Food Fest is not just food. The event will also feature numerous businesses and vendors with items for sale, so you can shop ‘til you drop! For the kids, there will be free rides and face-painting. DJ’s from Townsquare Media will emcee the event throughout the day, offering up prizes and giveaways at their booth. The live music lineup will include: • 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Tuned Up • 2-3:30 p.m.: The DeSilvas
• 4-5:30 p.m.: The Way Outs • 6-8 p.m.: Fish Eyed Blues “Toms River Food Fest offers something for everyone; live music, gourmet food from great food trucks, free kids rides and shopping. The event grows bigger every year. We are hoping for nice weather and a great turnout,” said Recreation Director Jared Tate. The Toms River Food Fest is open to the public, but you must pay for your food. For the adults 21 and over, enjoy a little trip to the beer and wine garden, sponsored by Toms River Fire Company #1. Note to animal lovers: no pets will be allowed on the festival grounds. “This event has become one of the most popular events in our town. It draws nearly 25,000 people to Toms River and gets bigger and better every year. I’m looking forward to sampling some delicious dishes and enjoying the entertainment,” said Mayor Thomas F. Kelaher. Attendees can find free parking behind the Municipal Building, at the Ocean County parking garage at 129 Hooper Avenue, and on the lot at West Water and Irons Streets.
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HS North Artists Capture Teen Arts Festival Awards
TOMS RIVER – These High School North visual arts students have been recognized as some of the best and brightest young artists in Ocean County. Toms River High School North visual art students received six awards of recognition at the recent 2019 Ocean County Teen Arts Festival. These students have been recognized as some of the best and brightest young artists in Ocean County. Three students have been chosen to represent the county at the NJ State Teen Arts Festival May 29-31 at Ocean County College. One student’s artwork will then travel the state to different venues for a year. Additionally, three students had their artwork Critiqued for Excellence.
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SOUTH TOMS RIVER – South Toms River Youth Day will be held on May 11, 12-4 p.m., at Mathis Veterans Memorial Park. This is a day dedicated to our kids and families and will include a wide array of games for kids of all ages, food vendors, live music, dance contests, local organizations and demon-
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TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Township Visionary Lions Club would like to thank all the people who donated coats for our coat drive in December, January, and February. This year we were able to collect and distribute coats, helping 2,500 people in need across South Jersey. For five years, the Toms River Township Visionary Lions Club has faithfully served the Toms River area. The needs of our area have really expanded this year. We are always honored to help screen the eyes of over 8,000 students in our community. We have helped over 20 schools in the local vicinity including those in Toms River, Bayville, Lavallette, and Bayhead. This blossomed into screening
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Greater Toms River Chamber Of Commerce To Host Meet The Congressman
TOMS RIVER – Join the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce for breakfast and a conversation with Congressman Andy Kim on May 3, 8:30 - 11 a.m. at Ramada Toms River. Panelists include: Karen Hershey, President and CEO Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce; Thomas Bracken, President and CEO, New Jersey Chamber of Commerce; Michele Siekerka, Esq., President and CEO, New
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TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Green Team, in partnership with the Toms River Regional School District, is presenting the 2018/2019 Poseidon Academy TRUST Speaker Series. The events are held on the third Tuesday of each month, starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Poseidon Academy, located in Downtown Toms River. The next event will be held on May 21, 6:308 p.m. The speaker series includes presentations on environmental and sustainable topics, such
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While hearing loss is most commonly caused by prolonged exposure to loud noises – also referred to as sensorineural hearing loss – a number of medical conditions can lead to hearing impairment as well. Fortunately, some of these medical conditions are reversible, allowing hearing to become fully restored. Current research is finding strong associations between hearing loss and cardiovascular disease, diabetes, smoking, obesity and dementia. But many lesser-known conditions can impact your hearing health in potentially serious ways. Here are a few of them: 1. Blood Conditions: Poor blood f low is typically the result of circulatory system troubles and can restrict the f low of oxygen to the inner ear. Cond it ion s af fe ct i ng blood f low include sickle-cell anemia, diabetes and hear t conditions. Things like high blood pressure, hy percoag ulability and polycythemia can also cause blood related hearing loss. 2. Infections: Meningitis, a bacterial or fungal infection of the brain and spinal cord, can cause sudden hearing loss. Hearing loss is also a side effect of treatment of tuberculosis – though it is possible that the medication used in treatment is what causes the impairment. Both hearing loss and tinnitus are common side effects of Lyme disease (carried by ticks), as well as some STDs, like syphilis. 3. Disease: Ménière’s disease, a disorder of the f luids in the inner ear, is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. Its root is unknown, and the disease typically affects only one ear in individuals between ages
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Last night I watched a classic movie from 1934 called, “It Happened One Night” starring Clark Gable and Caudette Colbert. The two lovebirds smoked throughout the whole movie! It was what people did, especially the socialites and the wealthy. Smoking used to be in vogue until decades later, the correlation was revealed between carcinogens in cigarettes and lung cancer. It’s going to be the same with wine and pancreatic cancer, liver or colon cancer. I’m worried you’re trading in your pancreas for your heart. Why? Because there was a study more than seven years ago that found a link between pancreatic cancer and alcohol use. More specifically, three or more drinks a day is associated with increased risk of death from pancreatic cancer. Did everyone forget that alcohol is a free radical that destroys every cell in its path? It’s your liver that sends out antioxidants to neutralize the alcohol damage, but that’s one of the organs that alcohol targets for destruction. Changes in the NAD to NADH ratio occur inside your cells. Alcohol consumption leads to Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD). So your own defense against alcohol will be rendered useless to the oxidative damage that occurs with every sip. That’s not good for your heart, you know. Alcohol intake is a modifiable risk factor just like other modifiable risk factor including obesity, smoking, being sedentary, exposing yourself to chemicals in parabens in cosmetics, acrylic nails, pesticides, fabric softeners and hair colorants.
Life is a little journey with a million beautiful moments and it makes me sad to think that you are unknowingly hurting yourself due to propaganda. From a scientific standpoint, you’d have to consume approximately 10 bottles of wine (bottles, not glasses) in order to have a therapeutic dose of resveratrol to activate PGC-1 alpha, or to benefit your heart. So all the propaganda to drink red wine with dinner each night for “heart health” is negligent, potentially harmful and ultimately irresponsible: The stuff is pitched to us as if it’s a missing mineral or vitamin, but this is so silly if you think about it. Cigarette smoking accounts for over 480,000 deaths annually, just in the United States. It encompasses more than 41,000 deaths from inhaling secondhand smoke. This is 1,300 deaths every day and it’s an uncomfortable passing. On average, smokers die 10 years earlier than nonsmokers. What will the headlines read in 10 years about alcohol-related pancreatic cancer? With that in mind, consider what you’re drinking tonight, and how much of it. My take home point is that you can make changes today that improve your general health, and lower your risk for cancer, and essentially allow the people who love you, to love you longer! I hold to my main point which is that liquor, beer and red wine are not like vitamins for your heart and if you think that they are, consider today’s blog your official warning. You have an opportunity to modify your intake of these oxidative chemicals before it’s too late.
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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) Vinyl Records Wanted - Rock, Blues, Reggae, Metal, Punk, Jazz, Psychedelic, soul. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (15) 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) C a s h - To p d o l l a r, p a i d f o r junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (17) CASH PAID!! - LP records, stereos, turntables, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (18)
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28th Annual Scholarship Golf Classic
OCEAN COUNTY – On August 29, 2019, the Ocean County Mayor’s Association presents the 28th Annual Scholarship
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TOMS RIVER — The Ocean County College Concert Band salutes our retired and active members of the military with a musical tribute scheduled for 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts. The Grunin Center is located on the OCC Main Campus, on College Drive in Toms River. Throughout our history, one thing has remained constant: brave men and women have fought and died for our freedom. Please join
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Health Dept. Reminds Residents To Vaccinate Their Pets
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) wants to remind residents that vaccinating their precious furry friends can save their pets lives from many deadly diseases such as canine distemper and rabies. “We have recently seen an increase in canine distemper cases in raccoons here in Ocean County so now is a good time to urge all cat and dog owners to vaccinate their pets with age appropriate vaccines as recommended by their veterinarian,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little, Liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. Pet vaccines exist to prevent your pet from falling ill. They provide immunity from a range of infectious diseases that can affect both humans and animals. Daniel Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator reminds us, “Living in Ocean County, many of us share our surroundings with wildlife. Sometimes animals such as raccoons, skunks and opossum may have an unexpected encounter with a family pet so it’s best to be protected from any of the diseases those animals may potentially be carrying. And you can never forget that rabies can be passed on from animals
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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
Pictured is Dr. Isidore Kirsh. His offices are located at 250 Route 37 West, Toms River, 732573-4020; 53 Nautilus Drive, Suite C, 1st Floor, Manahawkin, 609-489-5415; 75 Lacey Road Ste 1B, Whiting, 732-606-4912. Visit gardenstatehearing.com for more information.
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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Search The Deed Room With The County Clerk
By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Join the Ocean County Clerk for “Searching the Deed Room,” a workshop held on April 27, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., in the deed room at the Ocean County Courthouse, 118 Washington St. Ocean County residents, with the help of staff from the Ocean County Clerk’s office, will get the chance to tour the deed room and even trace their property ownership records. This is a free workshop but registration is required. To register, send an email to Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella at scolabella@co.ocean.nj.us or call 732929-2018. “Residents are unaware of how much information they have access to, and even how to look up property records,” Colabella said. “This event gives them an opportunity to learn firsthand how easy it is to access this kind of information and just how much they have at their convenience.” While you’re there, you can also find out how to register for the County Clerk’s Property Alert Service. This is a program that sends electronic notifications to property owners when documents pertaining to their property are recorded with the County Clerk. “This workshop provides residents with
the chance to get a better understanding of the workings of the County Clerk’s Office and in particular getting information as it relates to their property,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gary Quinn, who serves as freeholder liaison to the County Clerk. This workshop is timed to coincide with April as National County Government Month. Since 1991, the National Association of Counties has dedicated the month of April to encouraging counties to promote services and programs offered to the public. “This workshop will help satisfy the curiosity of any Ocean County resident who has an interest in tracing their property ownership records,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Virginia E. Haines. “Scott and his staff do a great job in making sure certain information is accessible to our residents.” Since it began just a few years ago, this workshop has proven to be quite popular among residents. “I encourage our residents to attend the program and get a better understanding of the information that pertains to their homes which no doubt is one of the most significant purchases they will make,” Colabella said. “Some will find interesting history attached to their deed. Others will learn about the helpful resources we have.”
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NJ Organizing Project Helping Sandy Families In Recovery Process
By Kimberly Bosco The New Jersey Organizing Project is providing assistance to those who plan to take advantage of the state’s new supplemental fund and assistance program for families still displaced or affected by Superstorm Sandy. Members of the NJOP joined state and local officials recently to announce that New Jersey is rolling out a supplemental fund for homeowners still stuck in the RREM program. Beginning in June, homeowners can submit an application. In addition, the state will also extend rental assistance for still-displaced families for up to 40 months and place a freeze on “clawbacks.” “It’s around six and a half years since Superstorm Sandy,” said Krista Sperber of the NJOP. “There are people here today who haven’t even been able to even start rebuilding because they don’t have enough funding, and others who thought they were finished, even though they followed the rules and did all they
were told, are now being told the state wants back thousands of dollars in grant funds. It is great to see options available where there weren’t before and a freeze on clawbacks while we continue to look for solutions.” NJOP will host community meetings at various locations to help homeowners moving forward in the recovery process. Meetings will be held: • April 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Ventnor Public Library, 6500 Atlantic Ave, Ventnor • May 4, 2-4 p.m.: Seeds of Service, 725 Mantoloking Road, Brick • May 19, 1-3 p.m.: Elks Club, 251 Church St, Belford “We are thankful for recognition from the Governor, Senator and Congressman for grassroots Sandy families and organizations like ours who have been pushing for these important changes and we look forward to keeping up the fight to get families home,” said NJOP Board President Joe Mangino.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 20 - apR 26 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Some people will enter your life as a blessing in the week ahead. Others may come into your life to teach you something of importance. More than one of your prayers or calls for help will be answered. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may valiantly search for validation in the week ahead. True success is doing the right thing, even when nobody’s going to know whether you did it or not. You may become the target of an innocent flirtation. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It is fine to emulate a role model, but you can’t copy someone’s style forever. In the upcoming week you might be able to pull the wool over someone’s eyes but eventually you will need to live up to the spin. CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the week to come you may see things as you wish they were rather than as they are. Keep your eyes open and you will be able to find the missing piece of a romantic puzzle you’ve been working on. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the week ahead, you might recall the words of a writer who said, “The time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time.” It will be easy to see when you should be a team player and when you should make decisions independently. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The most rewarding journeys do not follow a straight line. There is nothing wrong with taking side excursions to explore something new and different. Give yourself permission to get sidetracked this week.
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Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen Teach Your Children To Bake Like A Pro Pastry Chef Over Spring Break By Wolfgang Puck Spring break is almost here. If you have schoolaged children or grandchildren, you’ve probably been thinking about how you’ll keep them busy. Some people have booked family trips, while others have planned one-week springtime camp sessions. But for most of us, I suspect, the week winds up being a day-to-day thing, with play dates, trips to movies or museums and other one-off activities to pass the time. With that in mind, let me suggest a perfect activity for grown-ups and kids to share; one that will yield dividends everyone can enjoy all week long and then even go on enjoying on Easter. Of course, I’m talking about baking cookies. But not just any cookies! I’d like to share a recipe that yields some of the best chocolate chunk cookies I’ve ever tasted, recently dreamed up by my pastry team to serve at this year’s Governors Ball following the Oscars ceremony on Feb. 24. Since the cookies were developed and prepared in a professional kitchen, I thought I would share the recipe in a format similar to what the pros use when baking: All of the measurements here are metric. There’s a good reason for that. Though there is often artistry in the way baked goods are presented, pastry making is also a science, in which precision is essential to produce the ideal results. And the metric system helps make that possible. Why? Because all of the ingredients are weighed right down to the last gram; and with 28.35 grams in 1 ounce, the metric system yields much more precise results than our old imperial measurements. How do you measure that way in an American kitchen? Fortunately, countertop digital metric scales are relatively inexpensive today and can be found easily in well-stocked kitchen stores or online. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use, practice measuring with a few ingredients, and you’ll have the hang of it in no time. While you’re shopping for your scale, also look for the highest-quality chocolate for these cookies. I like the Jivara variety of milk chocolate from Valrhona, which contains 40 percent cacao solids and tastes less sweet but more chocolaty. The recipe also includes caramelized pecans that you’ll find easy to make; all the easier if you prepare them in a bigger batch than you’ll need just for the cookies. The rest will store well in an airtight container, to be used in a future cookie batch, sprinkled over ice cream or enjoyed as a snack. So there you have it: A cookie recipe that does it all, offering delicious results from a fun yet educational spring break activity that also provides dividends for your holiday dessert table! MILK CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES WITH CARAMELIZED PECANS Makes about 6 dozen cookies 266 grams (about 2 sticks plus 2 3/4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, chilled, cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) cubes 266 grams (about 1 1/3 cups) granulated sugar 266 grams (about 1 1/3 cups) light brown sugar
118 grams shelled raw eggs (about 2 large eggs) 9 grams (just over 2 teaspoons) vanilla extract 532 grams (about 4 2/3 cups sifted) all-purpose flour 9 grams (1 1/4 teaspoons) baking soda 4 grams (3/4 teaspoon) salt 354 grams (about 12 1/2 ounces) Valrhona Jivara milk chocolate, coarsely chopped 177 grams (about 1 1/4 cups) caramelized pecans (recipe follows) In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, combine the butter, sugar and light brown sugar. Mix on speed 2 for 2 minutes. Then, raise the speed to 4 and continue mixing for 4 minutes longer, until the mixture looks like a creamy. Reduce the speed back to 2 and add the eggs one at a time, beating for 30 seconds after each addition. Add the vanilla, continue to beat briefly to incorporate, and then stop the machine. In a separate mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda and salt. Turn the machine back on to speed 1 and sprinkle in the sifted ingredients, beating for 1 minute and stopping as needed to make sure that all the ingredients are incorporated. Add the chocolate and pecans, and continue mixing just until fully incorporated. Position an oven rack to the middle of the oven and preheat the oven to 310 F. Line 1 or more baking sheets with parchment paper. (If using only 1 sheet, be sure to let it cool between batches.) With a 1-ounce (30-mL) scoop, scoop the dough onto the baking sheet, allowing about 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) between each scoop. Bake the cookies until they have spread out evenly and are golden brown around the edges but still slightly soft in the center, about 10 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, and leave the cookies to cool on the sheet for about 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Continue baking more batches; or refrigerate the dough for up to three days; or, if you like, freeze scoops of dough, and package them for future baking. Store the baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. CARAMELIZED PECANS Makes about 1 kilogram (6 cups) 661 grams (about 6 cups) pecan pieces 331 grams (about 2 2/3 cups) confectioners’ sugar 8 grams (1 1/2 teaspoons) sea salt In a medium pot, combine the pecans, sugar and salt. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously and keeping a close eye on the nuts, until the sugar has melted completely, coating the nuts and turning a light caramel-brown color. Immediately empty the nuts onto a baking sheet or tray lined with parchment paper and, with a metal spoon or spatula, quickly spread them out in a single layer. Leave at room temperature until the nuts have cooled completely. Store in an airtight container at cool room temperature.
(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) © 2019 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.
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