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–Photos by Bob Vosseller Certified therapy dog Dori, a 7-year-old Doberman Pinscher, chews a toy during the second annual Doggie Day event held in the Ortley Beach section of Toms River Township on Aug. 24. By Bob Vosseller ORTLEY BEACH – It was a dog day afternoon that stretched into the evening at the public parking lot at 3rd Avenue on Aug. 24. The second annual “Doggie Day” hosted by the Friends of Ortley Beach ran from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and celebrated residents a nd v isit or s’ fou r-

legged friends. The free event was a tribute to pets and pet lovers and gave pause to some amusing attributes of the canine community. It included a Doggie Dimensions contest which measured the longest tail, longest legs, shortest legs, longest ears and longest hair of each pooch present.

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Jax is one of 28 dogs in need of adoption. They are being housed at All Fur One which aids pet rescue and adoptions. The Friends of Ortley Beach is a nonprofit organization that formed to enhance and sustain the natural beauty and resources of the barrier

island community for future generations. The group’s president, Gail D’Amico, said “our events are for full time (Dogs - See Page 6)

PARK TO BE GIVEN SOME FLAIR

By Chris Lundy JACKSON – A playground will be renovated with funds that the township already had acquired, officials said. Flair Ridge Park on Buckingham Drive had fallen into disrepair. At a recent Township Council meeting, they approved purchasing playground equipment from the company Ben Shaffer Recreation. They estimate it will cost $79,490.24 for the project. Councilman Andrew Kern, who lives near the park, said that Public Works had made

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By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Two members resigned from the Township Zoning Adjustment Board and one from the Township Planning Board in the span of one week. Dr. Sheldon J. Hofstein stated in an Aug. 26 letter of resignation to Council President Robert Nixon that he was resigning from the Zoning Board of Adjustment where he was also serving as its chairman, effective immediately. Hofstein noted in the letter that he had served on the board for 11 years and enjoyed working with the board’s professionals and thanked them for their advice and service. “To all the women and men I have served with the last 11 years, it was an honor to

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it so that kids can’t use the dangerous park equipment that was old and run-down. The township installed a small play item in the spring so that the kids had something to use for the summer. The new park features will be built around what was installed in spring. The park will be funded with money left over from previous bonds, Business Administrator Terence Wall said. When a township borrows money with a bond, there are sometimes funds left over (Flair - See Page 4)

Vaping On Rise In Schools

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – The district has seen an increase in vaping/electronic smoking during the last year and the health risks of vaping in youth have been recognized through national studies, officials said at a recent Board of Education meeting. The issue was brought up during a recent presentation of the nursing department. Board member Thomas Colucci asked about the increase of vaping in the school district to which Superintendent Stephen Genco responded, “yes we’ve seen smoking in bathrooms.” “There is real harm in vaping by those who vape for just a short period of time,” Assistant Superintendent Dan Baginski said. “Do we keep track of trends?” Board member Gus Acevedo asked in reference to both vaping and opioid use in the district. Baginski said the district initiated protocols “two years ago by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office.” Genco said that in cases where a student is (Vaping - See Page 5)

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work with you. I wish the best to the present Board members as they continue to represent our great township,” Hofstein wrote in his letter. He did not elaborate as to the reason for his resignation. His term as a member of that board would have expired in January of 2020 according to Township Clerk Janice Kisty who confirmed all three resignations on Aug. 29. Zoning Board member Joseph Sullivan had recently moved up from an alternate member to a full member and his term would have expired in January 2023 according to Kisty. Sullivan resigned on Aug. 23, the same date that Planning Board member Richard Egan tendered his resignation. In his resignation letter Sullivan stated, “I do hereby, effective at 2 p.m…resign from my positions on the Zoning Board, and Rent Leveling Board of the Township of Jackson. It was an honor to serve the people of Jackson Township.” Kisty said Egan’s current term on the Planning Board would have expired in December of this year. In his brief, hand written resignation letter to Mayor Michael Reina, Egan wrote, “effective immediately, I am resigning from the Jackson Planning Board and the Jackson Environmental Commission. I thank you for the opportunity to serve the town and I wish you all much success in the future.”

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Continued From Page 1 because the project comes in under budget or something else changes with the project. These leftover funds will support 100 percent of the park renova-

With Hofstein’s resignation, it is expected that the board’s vice chairman, Carl F. Book Jr., will serve at its new leader. Other Zoning Board members include Peter Maher, Scott Najarian and Steve Costanzo. Gary Miller is an alternate member. Kathryn McIlhinney serves as the board’s secretary and Danielle Sinowitz as its recording secretary. The Planning Board is made up of Chairman Joseph Riccardi, Vice Chairman Robert Hudak, Mayor Reina, Councilman Kenneth Bressi as the council’s designee, Leonard Haring Jr. as the mayor’s designee, Jeffrey Riker as liaison to the Environmental Commission, Township Business Administrator Terence Wall as the township’s representative, members Timothy Dolan, Martin Flemming and Michele Campbell who serves as an alternate member. Denise Buono serves as the Planning Board’s secretary and Sinowitz as its recording secretary. Kisty said that planning board membership is a mayoral appointment meaning Mayor Reina would be making the choice for Egan’s replacement. Zoning Board members are approved by the Jackson Council. The process begins with an applicant filling out a citizens leadership form that includes basic questions about the applicant’s background, experience and background information. Kisty said that this information is used within the review process by the council when a decision needs to be made. Reina did not return calls to comment for this story.

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Continued From Page 1 believed to have been involved vaping or any illegal substance, a nurse “will make an evaluation. Vape shops say they don’t cater to kids but most adults don’t smoke flavors like cotton candy tobacco.” During Baginski’s presentation he outlined the duties of the district’s nurses. Those duties include reviewing health and medical information to meet state requirements, mandatory reports on immunization and communicable diseases and implementing individualized health plans for students with complex health problems such as diabetes, asthma and life-threating food allergies. School nurses must maintain their certification in CPR and the use of defibrillators. “Two of our nurses are CPR trainers and we run multiple drills in case there is a case of a cardiac attack in the schools,” Baginski said. District nurses also coordinate health outreach and referrals for students and their families. Baginski said that while the district wants to see nurses attend to students with needed health issues during a given school day, “I have talked to nurses about the need to reduce frivolous visits. We also have a tier of four categories.” The Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School which has a population of 702 students experienced 6,773 visits to their nurse during the school year of 2017-2018 and 9,328 during the school year of 2018-2019. The Elms Elementary School which has a school population of 665 also saw an increase in nurse visits from 8,395 in 2017-2018 to

The Jackson Times, September 7, 2019, Page 5 10,611 in 2018-2019. Holman and Johnson Elementary Schools saw a decrease in visits to the nurse during those same years. With Holman, which has 553 students going from 7,945 to 7,246 and Johnson, with a student population of 467 going from 5,039 to 4,343. Switlik and Rosenauer Elementary Schools however increased in nurse visits. Rosenauer with 316 students jumped from 5,753 to 6,092 and Switlik with 749 students had a larger increase going from 6,490 to 8,675. While the Goetz Middle School also saw a large increase with its student population of 1,135 going from 7,928 visits to 11,720 the Christa McAuliffe Middle School which has a student population of 856 saw a decrease going from 10,521 visits to 7,564. The district’s two high schools, Jackson Memorial and Jackson Liberty, both saw increases. Jackson Memorial has a student population of 1,621 rising from 10,430 to 13,242 while Jackson Liberty with a student population of 1,166 jumped from 12,731 to 16,658. Baginski said he believes the increase in visits were due to a new system of swipe ins by the student ID cards. “That is why there is a big jump. Every visit by a student is swiped in.” The presentation also explained the definition of the four nurse acuity levels. Level 1 is nursing dependent which requires skilled nursing services on a frequent/daily basis and involves seeing students with diabetes, life threatening allergies, poorly controlled asthma and complex mental health/behavior issues. Level II has major nursing involvement and requires close monitoring of the student. The

nurse in most cases must perform a skilled nursing procedure that no other professional is able to perform in the school including major motor impairment that necessitates the skilled professional nurse, assisting with toileting or other personal care functions, seizure disorder history, respiratory impairment and concussions. Level III involves moderate nursing where skilled professional school nurse monitors the student occasional, usually addressing comfort or function such as food restrictions, cancer survivors, homebound, those students with a mental or behavioral component. Level IV has minor nursing involvement with students’ physical and/or social-emotional condition that is currently uncomplicated and predictable. Occasionally, the student may require monitoring for things such as headaches,

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Continued From Page 1 residents and our summer residents. We want them to be fun, informative and many of them have a focus on our sensitive environment.” She added that after the events of Superstorm Sandy, which had a devastating impact on Ortley Beach, which is a section of Toms River Township, “I noticed a difference. Many of us felt we had lost our sense of community and

it was important to get back that feeling of a neighborhood. We wanted to let people know that we were more than a middle point between Seaside Heights and Lavallette.” D’Amico said the group has 137 members and is growing. “We’re not affiliated with the local voters and taxpayers association. We focus on other things and we even started a scholarship program for students living in Ortley Beach. We hope to expand that program in the future. This is about community building.”

A number of vendors were present selling various treats, bandanas, toys, balms and other pet related services including grooming and microchipping. Various veterinary services and health professionals were also on site along with animal rescue organizations promoting the need for pet adoptions. “We have at least 50 dogs here already and it’s just a half hour into the event. We hope to have about 1,000 people here today,” D’Amico said. Member Mary Ann Wallis coordinated the

project again this year with help from other members. “My dog is here too. Rosco is half boxer and half …I have no idea. I think he’s a little calmer this year than he was last year. This is fun and people love their dogs in Ortley Beach. I’ve gotten to know a lot of people through walking around and talking to them as we walk our dogs. It’s a great way of making new friends,” Wallis said. A training demonstration by Kindred Souls Canine Training Center of Howell was held early on during the event. Training Director Peter Campione said, “You have to imagine that your dog is a small human. Would you treat your child as you would your dog? The object here is to walk your dog through this crowd and not have an incident.” Dori, a 7-year-old Doberman Pinscher was among the dogs who participated in a training demonstration. “She is a certified therapy dog,” Kindred Souls representative Pam Miller, of Brick said. All Fur One volunteer Sue Casella, Brick wasn’t sure what breed dog Jax was. The oneyear old pooch was among 28 dogs brought from a kill shelter in Virginia seeking a new “leash” on life. Casella said All Fur One is involved with pet rescue and adoptions and is based in Toms River. “They opened in May and were looking for volunteers so I volunteered,” Casella said. The organization can be reached by calling 732-255-3871 or visiting allfurone.org. Valerie Horoski, Brick, brought Higgins, her 4-year-old English sheepdog to the event. “This is my first year here. My friend told me about it. He was just measured for his hair which is quite long,” Horoski said. Raffle prizes were awarded and pets and people had the chance to enjoy some refreshments from the Sugar Shack snack bar during the event. The group’s next event is part of its speaker series called “Shellfish and the Barnegat Bay” at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 4 at St. Elizabeth’s Chapel, Five, 3rd Ave. Ortley Beach. The event’s speaker is Cheryl McCurry of ReClam the Bay who will discuss the group’s efforts to grow clams and oysters to improve the health of the Barnegat Bay. McCurry has been with ReClaim the Bay since 2017 and graduated from a Rutgers university sponsored class in Shellfish Gardening/Coastal Stewardship. The event is free and will include light refreshments. New members and guests are encouraged. The group can be reached at friendsofortleybeach.org.

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Treasurer: State Gas Tax Rate Will Remain Stable For Coming Year

TRENTON - State Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio announced that New Jersey’s current tax rate on gasoline and diesel fuel will remain stable for the coming year at 41.4 cents and 48.4 cents per gallon, respectively. As required by law, the Department of the Treasury conducted a detailed review of fuel consumption data, and the Treasurer consulted with the Legislative Budget and Finance Officer, in order to make this year’s determination in compliance with the 2016 law (Chapter 57) that requires a steady stream of revenue to support the state’s Transportation Trust Fund (TTF)

program. New Jersey’s TTF program is required to provide $16 billion over eight years to support critical infrastructure improvements to the state’s roadways and bridges. In order to ensure the state has the funds necessary to support these projects, the law dictates that the Petroleum Products Gross Receipt (PPGR) tax rate must be adjusted accordingly to generate roughly $2 billion per year. “We’re pleased that fuel consumption levels, coupled with ou r realistic projections last year, have allowed us to avoid an increase in the gas tax rate for this year,” said Treasurer

Muoio. “This dedicated revenue stream has enabled us to disburse billions in funding across the state to bolster our transportation infrastructure and keep New Jersey moving forward.” Since the 2016 law was enacted, the state has disbursed a total of $4.34 billion for local, county, and state projects, including NJ TRANSIT, with $2.73 billion of that funding being disbursed since the Murphy Administration took office last January. While gasoline consumption in New Jersey has continued a multi-year decline, the 4.3 cent increase that went into effect last year

on October 1 helped boost PPGR revenue in FY 2019, which came to a close on June 30. The state missed the FY 2019 Highway Fuels Revenue Target of $2.073 billion by just $33.4 million, a significantly smaller gap than the previous two-year shortfall of $125.2 million. Treasury estimates that the new FY 2020 Highway Fuels Revenue Target of $1.981 billion can be achieved with the current PPGR tax rate. Maintaining the 4.3 cent rate increase that went into effect last year is necessary to cover the continued decline in gasoline consumption as well as the shortfall from FY 2019. The estimate as-

sumes a decline in gasoline and diesel fuel consumption of about 3.0 percent in the new fiscal year now underway, which is consistent with both recent history and consensus assumptions for continued, but slowing, economic growth over the next year. As a result, the 26.9 cent Petroleum Products Gross Receipts (PPGR) tax rate will remain stable for the coming year. When combined with the motor fuels tax, the total gas tax rate will remain unchanged at 41.4 cents per gallon and the total diesel tax rate will remain unchanged at 48.4 cents per gallon. Last year’s 4.3 cent rate

increase was necessitated by the statutory formula explicitly outlined in the law, which required the state to make up for a combined revenue shortfall of $125.2 million over both FY 2017 and FY 2018. This was due in part to the fact that the previous administration overestimated consumption of gasoline and diesel fuel for FY 2018, projecting it would grow 2.0 percent over the average consumption level for the previous six years, a projection well above historical norms. The cost of not increasing the rate in August 2017 is estimated to have contributed an additional 1.7 cents to the total 4.3 cent increase last year.

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County Prepared To Service Pets with Disaster Relief By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY — According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, over a third of US households are also home to a furry companion. In Ocean County, many local families have dogs or cats they consider part of the family. In an effort to service both humans and animals in the event of an emergency, Ocean County has become the newest member of the AKC Pet Disaster Relief program. AKC Reunite is the largest non-profit pet identification and recovery service provider in the United States. Their national program, AKC Pet Disaster Relief, is dedicated to keeping pets and their owners safe in response to natural or civil disasters. In collaboration with local American Kennel Club dog clubs and dog lovers, AKC Reunite presented an emergency trailer to the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office. The AKC Pet Disaster Relief trailer will be available to dispatch to any disaster scene that needs assistance sheltering pets. “We are beyond grateful to AKC Reunite and the Kennel Club of Philadelphia for providing us with this life-saving tool for our community,” said Kevin Cooney of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office. “Our department is now better equipped to help pets and pet owners in the case of a disaster.” In the event of an emergency, the AKC Pet Disaster Relief trailers create a safe, temporary home for at least 65 pets during the first 72 hours after a disaster is declared. Inside the trailers you will find essential animal care items including

crates and carriers, AKC Reunite microchips, an AKC Reunite universal microchip scanner, bowls, collars, leashes, fans, lighting and a generator, cleaning supplies and maintenance items. These supplies can be used as co-location shelters, where people can evacuate with their pets, as well as emergency animal shelters for displaced animals. “This is the 76th trailer donated through the AKC Pet Disaster Relief program. The trailer will provide critical resources to help the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office quickly assist its community when responding to natural disasters,” said Tom Sharp, AKC Reunite CEO. “Safe, effective pet sheltering solutions are important following a disaster, and we are pleased that an AKC Pet Disaster Relief trailer will be available to the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office as a vital tool.” A generous donation of $100,000, courtesy of the Kennel Club of Philadelphia, funded the purchase of the OCSD’s new trailer. While Ocean County was the first, the donations funds will continue to provide trailers to eight other counties throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. “Our association is thrilled to be able to bring such an important resource like the AKC Pet Disaster Relief Trailer to the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office,” said Wayne Ferguson, President of the Kennel Club of Philadelphia. “The trailer will help the organization assist their community in times of disaster”. For more information about AKC Pet Disaster Relief, visit akcreunite.org/relief.

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Officials: Keep An Eye On Your Child’s Vision Health

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – New school year, new backpack, new clothes…new glasses? Ocean County Health Department officials are reminding parents to keep an eye on their children’s eye heath as we begin another school year. According to the Ocean County Health Department, over one in four students in the US suffer from undiagnosed vision problems. Vison problems in schools can affect academic performance when a child can’t properly see the blackboard, computer screen or book they’re reading. Studies show that approximately 80 percent of what a child learns in school is information through visual presentation, so healthy vision is imperative when it comes to concentration and engaging in lessons. “The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) wants to remind parents about the importance of children’s eye health as we start to gear up for another school year,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. “Early detection of vision problems can make all the difference for a child in the classroom.” Good news is that it is now state law mandates young students 6 and under, entering public schools or Head Start Programs, must receive a comprehensive eye exam. A comprehensive

exam can provide a more definitive assessment and appropriate treatment so children can start their learning journey with adequate vision skills. According to the American Optometric Association, a child’s vision can change frequently during the course of the school year. Parents should keep an eye out for the following symptoms: • Headaches from eye strain • Short attention span • Excessive blinking or eye rubbing • Poor hand-eye coordination • Difficulty remembering what was read • Covering one eye vHolding materials close to the face. “The goal is to educate parents about the critical relationship between vision and learning,” said Daniel Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator. “Students should not have to struggle getting through their studies due to a lack of undetected vision issues. As parents we look for so many health concerns but we can’t forget how important eye sight is to their academic success.” For more information or questions, visit the Ocean County Health Department website at ochd.org.

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Toms River Approaching Refresh Completion

TOMS RIVER – On Jan. 1, 2019, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Toms River officially rebranded itself as Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Toms River. But taking on the Encompass Health name was only the first step in the hospital’s mission to better serve the needs of its community. To support that mission, the hospital is rebuilding and upgrading its existing facilities, and adding additional wings. Encompass Health Toms River is in the final stages of a four-phase process, which began in 2016, to update its hospital. The hospital has been actively refreshing each of its wings, with intentions of improving the experience and outcomes of the hospital’s patients. The hospital is on track to complete the refresh in March 2020. “Our purpose is to serve our community. We know we have the best team of experts and the best rehabilitation programs, but we wanted to give our patients access to the most beneficial environment for their rehabilitation as well,”

said Patty Ostazeweski, CEO of Encompass Health Toms River. “When we took on the Encompass Health brand in January, we promised our community that while we had a new name, we were still committed to giving them the best possible rehabilitation care. This refresh is a fulfillment of that process.” The hospital’s rooms have been updated to better suit patients’ needs, and it will now offer 72 private rooms and 13 semi-private rooms. The hospital will also feature bariatric suites and hemodialysis suites, allowing patients to receive the specialized level of care they need on-site. About Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Toms River Encompass Health Toms River is a 98-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that offers comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation services. Serving patients throughout New Jersey, the hospital is located at 14 Hospital Drive and on the web at encompasshealth.com/ tomsriverrehab.

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Jackson School District Seeks Board Of Education Applicants

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON - The Board of Education is inviting residents to apply for appointment to a board seat that is available following the resignation of Board Member Vicki Grasso during an Aug. 21 board meeting. Grasso said she was honored to have served the students of Jackson and proud of the work the board has done. During that board meeting she called her decision to resign “bittersweet,’’ but necessary. “With three kids that have changing schedules for activities, on top of a full-time job I just realized I can’t give 110 percent, which is what students and residents of Jackson deserve,’’ Grasso said. “It has been my pleasure to serve on this board and I know that the Jackson legacy of commitment and excellence will continue to thrive.’’ Board President John Burnetsky said Grasso was a devoted board member who always put kids first. He added that she “was a dynamic influence on this board and her passion and input will certainly be missed.” In accordance with state law, the board is now looking to appoint someone to fill the position until the board’s reorganization meeting in January 2021. That person, or any candidate, could then file a petition to run in the November 2020 election to fill the remaining year of the unexpired term. District Business Administrator and Board Secretary Michelle Richardson said the person appointed will take the oath of office and become a full member of the Board on Sept. 18 and will continue to serve in that position until the reorganization meeting in early January 2021. In order to be considered for this appointment, any interested party must submit a resume and cover letter that outlines the reasons for wanting to be on the Board and the qualifications for

being selected. These materials can be mailed to the attention of Michelle Richardson, Board Secretary at the Jackson Township Board of Education office at 151 Don Connor Blvd., Jackson, NJ 08527 or emailed to jsd@jacksonsd.org. Applicants are asked to include “Board Vacancy” in the subject line. The deadline for receiving materials is Sept.11, 2019. During the Sept. 18, closed session part of the business meeting, all applicants will be invited to make a brief (five minutes maximum) statement that elaborates on their resume and cover letter: reason for wanting to serve, qualifications, expectations for service, areas of priority. The Board will ask any follow-up questions and when the board returns to public session at 5:30 p.m., board members will vote to appoint someone to fill the vacancy. Qualifications for a board member, established by state law, include being a United States citizen, a resident of the district for at least one year at the time of election or appointment; being able to read and write, being a registered voter in the district where the person is submitting the nomination petition (or being appointed); not being disqualified as a voter pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:4-1; and not having been convicted of any of the crimes or offenses enumerated in N.J.S.A. 18A;12-1 or conspiracy to commit or attempt to commit any of said crimes. Other qualifications include not being the mayor or a member of the governing body of the municipality; or not having any direct or indirect contract with or claim against the board. Additional information can be obtained from the New Jersey School Boards Association at www.njsba.org/about/membership/ school-board-candidacy

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Jackson Library Hosts Photographer JACKSON – Gregory Andrus, creator, photographer, interviewer and chief editor of Portraits of the Jersey Shore; will discuss his book, Portraits of the Jersey Shore: Everyone Has a Story at 8 p.m. at the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library. Andrus has traveled from Sandy Hook to Cape May, interviewing people and taking their photos for this passionate endeavor to build connections from person to per-

son, to knock down walls, and build new bridges of trust and community. This program was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. The event is free but registration is required. To register call 732-928-4400 or visit the oceancountylibrary.org/events. The library is located at 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson Township.

Volunteers Sought For Crisis Hotline Training

OCEAN COUNTY – Crisis hotline volunteers are needed for Contact of Ocean and Monmouth Counties, a non-profit 24 hour a day, seven days a week call center. The agency is holding training sessions beginning Sept. 17. The two nights a week program will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Magnolia Gardens in Toms River. Contact is a 24-hour crisis intervention and suicide prevention hotline that also

provides information and referral to community resources. All calls are free, confidential and anonymous. Training is also free. “Become a voice to those in distress. Make a difference in your community,” Contact Administrative Assistant Mariann Mancini said. Call 732-240-6104 for additional information and registration.

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JACKSON – Explore how water is involved in everyday life, and learn to conserve and preserve this vital resource during the program “Save H20” at the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library, at 2 p.m. Sept. 13. Presented by the NJDEP Watershed Restoration Program, this program was made possible

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Six Flags To Debut New, Mythology-Inspired Roller Coaster

By Kimberly Bosco JACKSON – Move over Kingda Ka, another big, bad roller coaster is making its way to Six Flags Great Adventure in 2020. Six Flags recently announced the upcoming arrival of the Jersey Devil Coaster, the tallest, fastest and longest single rail coaster. The Jersey Devil will stretch 13 stories high and reach speeds up to 58 mph. Riders will soar single file through the dark and foreboding woods over 3,000 feet of track. The newest addition to the theme park was inspired by the famous New Jersey legend of the Pine Barrens. Legend says the Jersey Devil has haunted the Pine Barrens for centuries. More modern folklore even places this beast near Six Flag’s Great Lake. “Six Flags Great Adventure is home to the best and most innovative roller coasters on the planet, and we are thrilled to expand our unrivaled collection with the Jersey Devil Coaster,” said Park President John Winkler. “Jersey Devil folklore has been a source of fear and intrigue here in the Pine Barrens for more than 200 years, and this iconic piece of

New Jersey history inspired the design for this monstrous scream machine.” The new Jersey Devil Coaster features: • Four trains of 12 passengers each sitting low and inline style (one rider per row) with their legs straddling either side of the monorail track; • 3,000 feet of soaring, single-rail, I-beam track; • Tension-building ascent up a towering, 130foot lift hill; • Flying at speeds up to 58 mph; • Three intense elements including a steep 87-degree first drop, raven dive and overbank cutback; and • Two dramatic inversions including a 180-degree stall and zero-gravity roll. Theme park-goers can expect to see the debut of the Jersey Devil Coaster in the summer of 2020. It will be located along the lakefront near Safari Kids and Congo Rapids. For more information about Jersey Devil Coaster and next season at Six Flags Great Adventure, visit sixflags.com/greatadventure/ attractions/newfor2020.

Church Flea Market

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Back To School: Drive Safe, Buy Local By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – It’s a parent’s favorite time of year: back to school for the kids. But Ocean County officials are reminding drivers and parents to keep their heads on straight while school buses make their way back onto local roadways. It is important to remember that drivers must stop for a school bus with its red lights flashing. “Yet year after year we still get reports of near tragedies when drivers pass a stopped school bus,” said Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari. “I’ve seen it myself. It has to stop.” As the first day of school approaches, officials are urging caution. “It only takes a moment for tragedy to strike,” Vicari said. “Whether students take the bus, walk, ride a bicycle or are driven to school by their parents, there are safety rules everyone must follow.” Drivers should take note of lower speed limits near schools and be on the lookout for pedestrians in a school zone. “Take a hard look,” Vicari said. “Look, and then look again, for the child hidden by parked cars, shrubbery or high grass, trees, or poles. Even mailboxes can obscure a child, if only for a moment.” Vicari also noted that a driver must be aware before they even leave the driveway. “Even while backing out of your driveway you may encounter inattentive students walking or biking to school,” he said. For students, it is important to check for traffic when stepping off the school bus. “Never trust a vehicle to stop just because the bus is flashing its red warning lights. Always look both ways before crossing the street after stepping out of the school bus,” Vicari said.

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Freeholder Director Virginia E. Haines provided a few tips for children walking or biking to school: always follow the same route, avoid short cuts, walk in groups and pay attention to any hazards along the way. Officials also remind parents that they can do their part to protect the children by checking up on The Megan’s Law database for information on any convicted sex offenders that may be living nearby. Towns, counties, zip codes and even individual streets can be easily reviewed. “This only takes a few minutes and can make a big difference in keeping a child safe,” said Freeholder Deputy Director John P. Kelly, Director of Law and Public Safety. Kelly also suggested periodically checking the Megan’s Law database throughout the year, as it is continuously updated. “It’s important to know what dangers a child may encounter when they travel to and from school,” he said. “It’s also essential that they learn to avoid strangers and how to react if they are approached by an adult they do not know.” You can access the database through the Ocean County Government Homepage at co.ocean.nj.us. Lastly, keep in mind those local businesses when shopping for school supplies this year. “Our local businesses offer everything for school shopping, whether it is that perfect lunchbox for your first grader or a new laptop for a student heading off to college,” Vicari said. “Keep a friend or neighbor working. Buy local.” Shopping local can also protect against fraud, with help from the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs.

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Freeholders Fight For Affordable Flood Insurance By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – When you live by the water, it is not always beach days and sunshine. Coastal communities such as the Jersey Shore are also at a higher risk for flooding. Ocean County officials say that flood insurance is key to protecting yourself when living in a coastal community. “Flood insurance and mitigation funding from the National Flood Insurance Program was critical to rebuilding Ocean County and other areas of the state affected by Superstorm Sandy which unleashed unprecedented devastation when the storm hit in October of 2012,” said Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, liaison to the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs. “And while we know the importance of flood insurance, we also know that it has to be affordable for our homeowners. On August 7, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders passed a resolution calling on federal leaders to extend the National Flood Insurance Program and provide affordable rates and sensible coverage to property owners. The NFIP is due to expire September 30. Congress has introduced two distinct reauthorization bills that would reauthorize it through Sept. 30, 2024 - HR 3167 sponsored by Rep. Maxine Waters and S 2187 sponsored by Sen. Bob Menendez with a companion bill HR 3872, sponsored by Rep. Frank Pallone. “Changes being considered to the national flood insurance program could increase rates substantially leaving homeowners without proper coverage or struggling to pay the bill,” Vicari said. “We want our

federal leaders to take a closer look at this legislation so that it doesn’t harm our citizens or the citizens across the U.S. who need to have flood insurance.” According to George Kasimo, an advocate with Stop FEMA Now, the Freeholders are not the first to call for change. Many other municipalities are also asking for affordable flood insurance. “The Freeholders are working for property owners in making sure flood insurance is affordable,” he said. “Under a proposed provision in the Flood Insurance Program, rates could rise 18 to 25 percent. This will have a negative effect on property values and will also affect our taxes.” Companion bills S 2187/HR 3872 propose capping annual rate increases to 9 percent. Kasimo noted there are 53,000 flood insurance policies issued to Ocean County property owners insuring $19 billion in property. I n M a r c h , t h e F e d e r a l E m e rg e n c y Management Administration, (FEMA) announced a redesigned risk system, Risk Rating 2.0, which the administration states will better reflect a property’s unique flood risk. “This new rating has the potential to significantly impact homeowners in Ocean County,” Vicari said. “The new rating is also expected to increase the number of properties requiring flood insurance as they expand beyond the current regulated Special Flood Hazard Areas. “It’s important our Congressional representatives hear our concerns and address the issue so flood insurance is affordable and any changes to the program do not have a negative impact on property owners.”

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NJ Awards Funding For “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Crackdown

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – We all know the phrase by now: “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.” In an effort to crack down on drunk and impaired drivers with the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” initiative, the Division of Highway Traffic Safety awarded grants totaling more than $540,000 to local law enforcement agencies throughout the state. One hundred and ten law enforcement agencies in NJ received funds to staff saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints during the campaign, which runs from August 16 through September 3. In Ocean County, three $5,500 grants were awarded to Berkeley Township, Jackson Township and Seaside Heights. In Monmouth County, five $5,500 grants were awarded to Allentown, Brielle, Eatontown, Middletown, and Howell. More than 300 additional agencies, including the New Jersey State Police, are expected to join the annual statewide traffic safety effort aimed at reducing highway crashes. “The risks of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol are enormous and the consequences are tragic,” said Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal. “With rideshare apps and other forms of public

transportation readily available, there’s no excuse for anyone to get behind the wheel impaired.” Statistics show that in 2017, driving while under the influence of either alcohol or drugs was a contributing factor in more than 25 percent of the 591 fatal crashes that occurred on New Jersey roadways. Those 158 alcohol/drug-related crashes killed 174 people. During a five-year period between 2013 and 2017, 678 individuals were killed in alcohol-related crashes in the state. “Impaired driving remains one of the biggest traffic safety threats in New Jersey and combatting it is a year-round priority in our state,” said Eric Heitmann, Director of the Division of Highway Traffic Safety. “As we head into the final weeks of summer and the busy Labor Day driving weekend, our officers will be stepping up those efforts, working longer hours and increasing sobriety checks to keep intoxicated drivers off the road. If you’re out there driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the odds are we’re going to stop you and arrest you.” Last year, the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign yielded over 1,196 impaired driving arrests, 4,764 speeding summonses, and 3,194 seat belt citations.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

7 Natural Remedies To Treat Psoriasis By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Many people take “biologic” drugs that have anti-inflammatory actions on the body and reduce the symptoms of auto-immune conditions like ankylosing spondylitis, Crohn’s disease, psoriasis, lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. A few names of these biologic drugs include Remicade, Humira or Enbrel. These work well for those people who have an over-active immune system. If I could think of one negative, it would be that they don’t cure or eliminate the root cause of the self-attack. Just three weeks ago, a study published in JAMA Cardiology found that using some of these medications could have a beneficial impact on the cardiovascular system. This makes sense to me because after all, the drugs are reducing inflammation chemicals in the body, including those that would hurt the heart. But due to side effects of biologic drugs, not everyone can take them. Some people cannot afford them. While my suggestions below are not nearly as strong as biologic medications, they might prove to be useful as adjunctive therapy. These remedies also do not suppress immunity. While these are certainly good ideas, I want you to ask your doctor if these are right for you before self-treating: Fish Oil. Fish oils has consistently been shown to support skin health. Studies have shown that taking fish oil seems to help with itching, redness, and the size of the skin lesions. The reason this supplement may work for some people is because there might be

a glitch in your fatty acid metabolism. Omega-3 supplements improve redness, thickness, and scaling. GLA. If your body is deficient in an enzyme that converts dietary fats into compounds that are required for healthy skin, then GLA could help. If you have more Cis-Linoleic Acid and less of the desired Gamma Linoleic Acid or GLA, you could have more flare ups. Sulfur or Kampuku. Sulfur can be purchased as a soap, and it’s drying. It will ’pull’ dirt from skin cells, and unclog the pores so it’s fabulous for acne. Sulfur is not sulfa. My next best secret is the Kampuku Beauty Bar by Dr. Ohhira brand. It contains a blend of skin-loving probiotics to help restore healthy microflora to your skin cells. This is instantly soothing and will strengthen your skin’s natural barrier. Apple Cider Vinegar or Tea Tree Oil. A fungi called Malassezia may be involved in seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema and it’s hard to destroy this invader. You could try a diluted application of tea tree essential oil. You could also do a 50/50 mix of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) with water. Both of these have some evidence behind them. Boswellia. This herb is a strong anti-inflammatory and sometimes taken internally for rheumatoid arthritis, asthma and osteoarthritis. It is available in topical form and studies prove it can help reduce itching, redness and scaling. For more information on topical boswellia, write me at scriptessentials@gmail.com.

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By: Michael J, Deem, Esq. and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

The success of a Wrongful Death claim depends not only on the merits of your case, but also your attorney’s knowledge and understanding of New Jersey’s Wrongful Death law. Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates has lectured to New Jersey’s Trail Lawyers about handling Wrongful Death claims. A Wrongful Death action is a statutory cause of action that permits recovery of pecuniary losses for the death of a family member. (N.J.S.A. 2A:31-1). This statute does not permit recovery for emotional distress, pain and suffering and other types of non-pecuniary losses. However, non-pecuniary losses may be recovered under New Jersey’s Survival Act which we will address in next month’s publication. The Wrongful Death Act benefits the heirs of the deceased while the Survival Act provides a remedy to a decedent’s executor or administrator. The Wrongful Death statute does not go into very much detail when it comes to defining the types of pecuniary damages that are recoverable when a family member is killed due to the negligence of another. Fortunately, our Courts have been fairly creative defining the types of damages recoverable in a Wrongful Death action since the statute does not go into much detail in defining pecuniary loss. Wrongful Death claims seek to recover compensation for the value of pecuniary damages such as loss of household services, loss of companionship, advice, guidance, counsel and loss of earning capacity. Only attorneys with a firm grasp of the law will routinely recover maximum pecuniary compensation for their clients. Pecuniary losses under the Wrongful Death Act are recoverable only by the decedent’s next of kin-heirs at law. Recovery of pecuniary loss does not become a part of the decedent’s

estate. In fact the statute specifically states that Michael J. Deem “the amount recovered in proceedings under this chapter shall be for the exclusive benefit of the persons entitled to take any intestate personal property of the decedent...” Therefore, the first step is to determine the class of people entitled to take under the intestacy laws of New Jersey. (See N.J.S.A. 3B:5-3 and N.J.S.A.3B:5-4). Once the heirs have been identified, the next step is to determine which heirs were “dependent” on the decedent at the time of his/her death. In fact the Act states that “if any person so entitled... were dependent on the decedent at his death, they shall take the same as though they were the sole persons so entitled, in such proportions as shall be determined by the court...” What this means is that it may not be enough that you are a legal heir under the intestacy statute, because any heir that was also dependent on the decedent at the time of his death will take as though they were the sole person entitled and to the exclusion of all other identified heirs who were not dependent. Dependency must be actual and not merely legal. Pecuniary damages may not be implied from the relationship with the decedent. Although it may be partial it must be of a substantial degree. For example, occasional gifts made by a parent to a child, without more, does not establish dependency. In essence, your level of dependency may entitle you to greater percentage of the recovery than the next dependent heir. If you or a loved one have any questions about a potential Wrongful Death case please contact Michael J. Deem. Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates.

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Ocean County Library Home Borrowers Service

O C E A N COU N T Y – T he O c e a n County Librar y provides deliver y of libra r y mater ials f ree of cha rge to Ocean County residents living independently who are unable to visit a physical librar y location. After contacting the Home Borrowers Coordinator, the librar y will assign a trained volunteer to deliver items to a par ticipant’s home. T he Home Bor rowers Service customer must be able to establish a mutually convenient time with the volunteer to deliver and pick up materials, approximately ever y three weeks. In order to qualify for the Home Borrowers Service, the following criteria must be met: • Must be a resident of Ocean County, who does not have family members or f r iends to assist them with their librar y needs.

• Must submit a completed Home Borrowers Service Customer Application. • Must submit a basic Medical Verif ication Form stating that you cannot physically visit the librar y. • Must cooperate with the volunteer to arrange a mutually convenient time for d rop off and pick up of librar y materials. • Must retur n all materials on time, with the assistance from the assigned volunteer. Last year, the Home Bor rower Volunteers delivered more than 19,000 libra r y items to t he Ocea n Cou nt y Home Bor rower customers. To volunteer with the Ocean Count y Lib r a r y t o d el ive r m at e r ia l s t o homebound residents, contact Home Bor rowers Services at 732-349-6200, ext. 5530. A background check, paid for by the librar y, is required.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Depression And Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Meetings OCEAN COUNTY – Are you one of those people who feel left out of the festivities? You are not alone. Many of us who deal with mood disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, feel the same way. You do not have to suffer alone. There are two mental health support groups that meet in Ocean County that can provide support for you during this time, and throughout the year. T he Ja ck s on g r ou p me e t s at t he Brighter Days Community Wellness Center (CWC) located at 268 Bennetts M ills Roa d , Jack son , NJ 08527 on Wednesday afternoons, year-round, at 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. The Toms River group meets at the Community Medical Center, 99 Route 37 and Hospital Drive, Auditorium C, Toms River, NJ 08755 on Wednesday and Friday evenings, year-round, from

7:30 to 9:30 p.m. DBSA is a national and NJ state-wide, non-profit, tax-free, 501(c)3 charitable corporation, whose mission is to help, support, educate, and improve the lives of people who have mood disorders. If you suffer from mood disorders, we welcome you to attend our group. T hose who h ave a fa m i ly me mb e r or friend with these issues are also welcome. It is an entirely voluntar y group with no registration required, or payment of dues or fees, but we do accept a small voluntary donation. For more information, call Maureen at 732536-5826. DBSA Jackson is led by its members, who have similar mental health issues; and have had special training on how to lead groups. If you have questions, call Maureen at 732-536-5826.

The Magic of Harry Potter Comes To Ocean County Mall

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Wizards and muggles unite! The Ocean County Mall is hosting a new and improved Harry Potter: Wizards Unite game play experience! As one of Simon’s 200+ retailers, Ocean County Mall will feature increased rewards, elusive enemies, and multiple sponsored Inns and Fortresses, giving players more XP and more spell energy than any other non-sponsored location in the US! Spend the day shopping around the mall, or dining at one of the various restaurants, while playing Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. In the future, select Simon properties will also host real-world events and QR assignments for Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. “Ocean County Mall is committed to creating fun, innovative, real-life experiences

for our shoppers, and Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is exactly the type of cutting-edge activation our customers get excited about playing. We believe the elevated gameplay we’re offering as a part of the program will drive traffic and excitement for our properties as well as the brands and retailers at Simon,” said Tara Melodick. In Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, players are new recruits of the Statute of Secrecy Task Force investigating the chaotic magical activity that is leaking into the Muggle world, working together to solve the mystery of this Calamity. Explore real-world neighborhoods and cities to discover mysterious artifacts, cast spells, and encounter fantastic beasts and iconic characters along the way! For more information, visit harrypotterwizardsunite.com.

The Arc, Ocean County Chapter Hosting 18th Annual Step Up for The Arc

LAKEWOOD – The Arc, Ocean County Chapter will host the 18th Annual Step Up for The Arc Walk and Family Fun Day on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at FirstEnergy Park, home of the Lakewood BlueClaws. The Walk aims to raise awareness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; to raise funds for The Arc, Ocean County Chapter’s programs and ser vices; and to celebrate participants of The Arc with the community. Registration will open at 9:00am with the 1-mile walk starting at 11 a.m. For

two hours, attendees can enjoy activities including live music, games, crafts, characters, face painting, tattoos, yoga, light refreshments, and more. This event is free to attend. Participants are encouraged to register online at crowdrise.com/arcoceanwalk and fundraise $50 to receive a commemorative Walk Day t-shir t. Donations can also be mailed to: The Arc, Ocean County Chapter – WALK, 815 Cedar Bridge Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701. For more details, please visit ou r website at arcocean.org or call 732-3633335 ext. 176.

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CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate BARNEGAT - Custom Colonial 5BR, 2.5BA, Full Basement, NEW HVAC. Private wooded backyard convenient to GSP and shopping. Call Tara 973-207-5756. (38)

Yard Sale Community Yard Sale - Saturday 9/21, 9am - 4pm Homestead Run Adult 55+ 100 Fireside Blvd., off Rte. 70, 1 mi w/ of Rte.9 - Clubhouse Parking Lot plus several homes throughout park. (40)

Items For Sale Sleep # Bed 4 Sale - $2500 King - dual mattresses and controls for all settings - firmness, reading, snoring, watching TV. Dual remotes control everything - including lights. You come to pick it up. Call Pete - 609-915-3491. (39) Bio-Tab Septic Saver! - A Major Advance in Preventative Septic System Treatment. Prevents backups, overflows, and bad odors! $2.50 a month with this ad! 732-575-7075. (38) Several Items - 84” queen sleeper sofa, love seat, cocktail table, 2 wood end tables, 2 queen bedroom sets with rather new mattress & box spring, 2 almost new rocking recliner chairs & household items. 941-726-0444. (38) 21ft 2019 Sea Ray SPX 210 - mint condition; 200 hp Mercury outboard; seats 12; Marine Max, Ship Bottom, NJ; 609-494-2102. (41)

Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - LP albums. Rock, Jazz, Reggae, Blues, Metal, Punk, Psychedelic, Soul. Very Good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (39) 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) CASH PAID - for unwanted household items, dvds, toys, musical, historical, odd items, etc. No furniture. 732-864-6396 leave message. (38) CASH PAID!! - LP records, stereos, turntables, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (35) 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. (37) 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) 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)

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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)

Don Carnevale Painting Specializing interiors. Some exterior. Quality always. Very neat. Prompt courteous service. Reasonable-affordable. Senior discounts. Honest-reliable. Low rates. Free estimates. 732-8994470 or 732-915-4075. (43)

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Community Solar - New NJ BPU program- we will be building solar on Lakewood warehouse roofs providing electricity for 1,000 homes at 10-20% discount, no fee to "subscribe." Seeking Indications of Interest from community organizations, religious congregations, +55/retirement communities & condo/ apartment associations in JCPL territory. email: George@RRREC. NET or call 732-768-7007 (38)

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Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Now Hiring – The Goddard School on Route 70 is seeking full time Teacher’s Assistant and leads for the upcoming school year. We provide a warm, loving environment for children up to six years. Must have a flexible schedule, available Mon-Fri. Benefits include paid time off, 401k and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about these positions, email your resume to toms river2nj@goddardschools.com We are an over 55 community - looking for full time and possibly part time maintenance staff. Mechanics and grounds crew laborers. Full time includes medical benefits. Current drivers license required. Contact William Speichert at 732-657-5525 or e-mail Williams@cedarglenwest.net. (38) School Bus Drivers Wanted - Ocean county runs and athletic trips available. CDL with P&S Endorsements required. $19.50 and hour and $1200 sign on bonus. Please call 732-905-5100. (40) Hair Stylist/Assistant - Busy salon looking for motivated person to work part time. Must be available Saturdays. Call 862-324-5914. (39) Kelly's Cleaning Services - Expanding into Jackson, Lakewood, Howell. Must have a car with license and workers over 30. Women/men. Can speak Spanish and English over 15 years on LBI. 908-216-2400. (38) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n)

Services Cheap Painting Done Rite - Free estimates. Fully insured. 38 years experience. 732-5067787 cell 646-643-7678. (37) All American Caregiver Associates. Caring & Compasstionate - Over 15 years experience. Caregiving of of all ages. cooking,cleaning,shopping,doctors appointments ect. Live in or hourly. (848) 238-5478. (41) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (40)

Handyman - All masonry work, repairs, sidewalks, paving, stone, decorative stone. Call Andrew 848299-7412. Free estimates. (2) Cini's House Cleaning - No time for cleaning? I have experience in Deep, Regular, Basic Cleaning. I offer schedules for weekly, every other week and monthly, cleaning. Give a try leaving you more time for other errands and chores or rest from busy schedule. I will leave your house looking great and sparkling, text me for free estimates! Efficient/Reliable Good references. Cini: (305)833-2151 Service areas: Monmounth County - Ocean County. (38) Need A Ride - Senior discounts. Airports: NEW, PHIL, AC, Trenton. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (4) Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience. Call Jim 732-674-3346. (37) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (39) Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs. Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. Insured. Gutters cleaned. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (41) Dee's Cleaning Service - Cleaning homes like your since 1994. Senior discounts. Insured. Call Dee 732-552-6633. (45) Very Pleasant European Lady - is looking for LIVE-IN position 5-6 days a week. Great experience and references. Please call/live a message at 973-698-0394. (38) The Original Family Fence A fully licensed and insured company in Ocean County has specialized in unique fence repairs and installations around the Garden State for over 35 years. We want your gate repairs, sectional repairs, and new installation inquiries! No job is too small for us to tend to in a day’s time. Call us today for your free estimate You might just be surprised with what is possible. NJ LIC: 13VH09125800. Phone 732773-3933, 732-674-6644. (39) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

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JCP&L Tips To Beat The Summer Heat

With the summer heat upon us, JCP&L is prepared to meet the anticipated increase in customer electricity usage that comes with a heat wave. Our system is designed and maintained to operate safely and efficiently even when temperatures soar, and our crews have reviewed hot weather operational procedures to ensure any power outages are handled promptly. JCP&L offers some common-sense hot weather tips customers can follow to stay comfortable while using electricity wisely during this period of high demand: • Set thermostats as high as comfort will allow. Every degree a customer can increase the temperature in their home will result in using about 3 percent less energy during the hottest summer days. • During sunny weather, close drapes or blinds on windows facing the sun to prevent direct radiant heating from impacting interior temperatures. • Use fans – moving air cools skin faster, resulting in greater comfort on hot days. • Use a programmable thermostat to keep temperatures higher when no one is home, and to reduce the temperature before arrival back home. • Only operate window air conditioners when someone is in the room.

• Keep refrigerators and freezers as full as possible. Frozen or cold items in the refrigerator help keep other items cool, reducing the amount of work the refrigerator has to do to maintain a lower temperature. • Close rooms that aren’t used regularly during the summer, and close the air conditioning vents in those rooms, as well. • Avoid using heat-producing appliances during the hottest hours of the day. The less heat produced at home, the less work the air conditioner will do. • Consider investing in ENERGY STAR® appliances or heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. JCP&L may offer rebates on these purchases and tax deductions may apply, as well. • Check air conditioner and furnace fan filters. Clogged filters waste energy and money by forcing HVAC systems to work harder than necessary. In addition, if summer storms result in downed wires it is important to avoid the area and immediately call JCP&L. If you see a downed power line, always assume it is live and dangerous. Report downed power lines immediately by calling 1-888-LIGHTSS (888544-4877). Extra caution should be exercised in areas where downed wires may be tangled in downed tree branches or other debris.

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Officials: Teen Suicide A Big Issue In Ocean County

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – While it may be hard to hear, it is important to be aware of: suicide has become the third leading cause of death among children and young adults aged 10-24. While vape pens and underage drinking are the usual cause for concern, parents and guardians should also keep a close eye on teenagers for other risk factors. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), 14 young people between the ages of 10 and 24 committed suicide from 2013 to 2015 in Ocean County. During the same two year period, there was a whopping 283 cases for the entire state. “Sadly, society is putting more and more pressure on our young people today. Peer pressure, bullying, social media, drugs and alcohol are just some of the social challenges young people are trying to navigate,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little. According to the same AFSP study, from 2013 to 2015, Ocean County had 1 of the 3 highest rates in the state for suicide attempts and self-inflicted injuries among 10 to 24 year olds. “It’s become another public health issue with too many sad endings,” said Daniel E. Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator. “However, research has shown suicide deaths can be preventable. The key is promoting the work of suicide prevention and mental health awareness. Increased collaboration with state, local and community partners is essential for success.” Prevention efforts begin with educating pediatricians, primary health care providers, school personnel and families on how to recognize the warning signs of suicide and what action to take when intent is disclosed. “Help is available. Young people need to be encouraged to speak with a trusted adult or call a suicide prevention hotline if they feel overwhelmed, depressed or are having suicidal thoughts, said Kimberly Reilly, OCHD Chief of Administrative Services. “Parents that are concerned their child may be suffering from depression or suicidal tendencies need to act quick - do not wait, seek professional help right away.” Symptoms of depression or suicidal tendencies may be hard to detect. Officials note that challenges like divorce, remarriage, relationship problems and social media can be major factors. “Earlier detection means earlier treatment,” Regenye added. “That’s why it is so important for parents, loved ones and educators to keep an eye out for the signs of depression or any other mental health concerns.” For more information, or for links to suicide prevention websites and hotlines, visit the OCHD website at ochd.org or follow us on Twitter@OCpublichealth or Facebook.


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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of sept 7 - sept 13 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Fuel up so that you can get a great deal of work accomplished today. There are numerous tasks on your to-do list, but don’t worry: There should be some spare time to complete them as the week unfolds. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put on your party hat and sunglasses. It won’t take much effort to have a great time in social settings or to tantalize a romantic partner. Your week ahead may be filled with entertaining moments. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Write your own narrative. In the upcoming week, take charge of conversations and funnel them into more appropriate channels. Share ideas and strike a chord with like-minded companions. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may receive the go-ahead to pursue your most important goals in the week ahead. An unexpected phone call might bring you a crucial piece of information that will save you time or trouble. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): If there is a holiday or an extra day off in the week ahead, make the most of it. Attend a sporting event or participate in one. Collaborating with others could put extra dollars in your piggy bank. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Now is the time to be confident and assertive. You could start the week filled with immense drive and initiative that could help you overcome an inclination to be bashful about asking for what you need or want.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Fill the glasses to the brim and fire up the barbecue. Enjoy your day with family and friends, but be ready for a few extra people. An organized approach makes things run smoothly. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Just be your best self. You don’t need to try to be someone you are not to make a great impression on new acquaintances this week or to mesmerize a special romantic partner. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your heart is in the right place, but enthusiasm for social activities at any cost could cause you to go overboard in the early part of the week. Count every dollar before you spend it. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): While attending to immediate needs, some basic housework and minor repairs may have gone unattended. If you have an extra day off this week, spend some time cleaning and beautifying your space while you can to create a little more Zen. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If you have it, flaunt it. You may have a sudden desire to share the best of everything and show off your comfortable surroundings. Embrace opportunities to entertain guests in the week ahead. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Avoid confrontations, particularly when it comes to headline news. A cool head, calm demeanor and your ability to read the situation and go with the flow will serve you well. Pay attention to how others in the room interact.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Japan Meets Italy: Asian-Fusion Pasta Dish Perfect For Casual Summer Entertaining By Wolfgang Puck

Is there really any other style of entertaining than casual during the summer months? Even for the most formal occasions my team and I focus on a warm, relaxed feeling this time of year. Same goes for at-home cooks. And that doesn’t just apply to meals that you cook outside on the grill. Indoors, too, casual style food is the right way to go in August. As a matter of fact, one of the most appealing main dishes I’ve come across recently captures the relaxed pleasures of summer in a unique new way. It’s a recipe from Dylan Hallas, chef de cuisine at Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill in the MGM Grand Hotel, Las Vegas. The following dish perfectly combines the home-style pleasures of a classic Italian pasta dish with the kind of sitback-and-enjoy-yourself fare served in izakayas, the popular Japanese pubs that specialize in foods meant to be eaten with lots of beer, the rice wine known as sake or the potent distilled beverage called shochu. Hallas’ inspiration for the dish was linguine with clams. It’s something you’ll see many people enjoying in Italian trattorias: Fresh clams in the shell, quickly steamed with olive oil or butter, lots of garlic and white wine, and then tossed with linguine. Instead of the usual garlic, however, Hallas’ recipe substitutes leeks, scallions and shishito peppers, the long, dark-green, mildly spicy Japanese chilies, now widely available in wellstocked markets, that have recently become the rage when seared as an appetizer. Adding more flavor and rich body to the sauce: a generous splash of sake and a couple of teaspoons of white miso paste, which you’ll find in the refrigerated section of many markets. All those ingredients join together to capture a savory, undeniably appealing quality the Japanese define with the word: umami. Or, as Hallas puts it, “they give this typically Italian dish a very distinct Japanese flavor profile.” I’m very proud that such a simple, yet creative recipe developed within one of my restaurants. It reflects a spirit of openness to new flavors and culinary experimentation that harks back to the early days of my Chinois on Main restaurant in Santa Monica, where in 1983 my chefs and I began combining Chinese traditions, contemporary French cooking techniques and fresh California ingredients to create a cuisine that came to be known as Asian-fusion. I hope this recipe will inspire you, too, as you entertain casually, not just right now but throughout the year.

J A PA N E S E - S T Y L E L I N G U I N E WITH CLAMS Serves 4 3 pounds (1.5 kg) fresh Manila or littleneck clams Kosher salt 8 fresh shishito peppers 2 green onions, trimmed 3/4 pound (375 g) dried linguine 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/3 cup sake 2 teaspoons white miso paste Rinse the clams thoroughly under cold running water to remove any sand or dirt from the outside of their shells. Then put them in a large basin of cold salted water, and leave them to soak for about 15 minutes, agitating them occasionally, rubbing them together and changing the water several times to eliminate any dirt of sand they might expel. Drain well. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, use a sharp knife to cut the shishito peppers crosswise into slices about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick, leaving the seeds in the slices for a little heat. Set aside in a bowl. Separate the white and green parts of the green onions. Cut them crosswise into slices about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick, setting the white and green pieces aside in separate bowls. When the water is boiling, add some salt and cook the linguine until al dente, tender but still slightly chewy, following the suggested cooking time on the package, usually 9 to 11 minutes. As soon as the pasta starts cooking, heat a large saute pan, with a lid, or a pot over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter and, as soon as it has melted, add the sliced shishitos and the sliced white scallion pieces; saute, stirring frequently, until they begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Raise the heat to high, and add the sake, miso and clams. Stir well to dissolve the miso. Cover and cook until the clams have opened, shaking the pan occasionally to promote even cooking, about 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to divide the clams among four warmed shallow pasta serving bowls, discarding any unopened clams and leaving the clam broth and vegetables in the pan. Return the pan to the heat, and add the sliced green onion and remaining butter. Immediately drain the pasta, and add it to the pan, tossing it with tongs to coat it thoroughly with the sauce. Season to taste with more salt. With tongs, divide the pasta evenly among the plates of clams. Spoon the remaining juices and vegetables from the pot over each serving. Serve immediately.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2019 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.


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