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—Photo Courtesy Donner Family (Above) Hannah Donner has made it her mission to turn the ceiling of the K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center into a work of art with decorated ceiling tiles. (Right) You can paint your own ceiling tile as part of Donner’s project. There is a $10 fee to participate, which is donated to the hospital. By Kimberly Bosco at the wheel while driv- Airpark, near the scene little less nebulous, she MANCHESTER – ing, crossing over Route of the accident. realized, “I was pretty Hannah Donner knows 530 in Whiting and colFor a while after this, sad.” that your life can change liding with a tree. “It was my senior year things were a bit of a in an instant. of high school and I “My airbags did not blur for Donner. After experiencing a deploy and because of “I actually cannot pin- was stuck on my couch, nearly fatal trauma, the this, I broke nearly all point exactly my first missing senior trips, 21-year-old Manchester of the bones in my face,” memory after the ac- couldn’t drive, and of resident has since found she said. “Aside from cident. That is a very course I couldn’t play her calling in promoting this, I had a brain bleed foggy time for me,” she volleyball,” something positivity in patients. that hurt especially, in my tentorium, dam- explained. Donner has made it her age to my lungs, I lost Once she recovered Don ner told Jersey mission to turn the ceil- teeth, bit all the way enough to leave the Shore Online. ing of the K. Hovnanian through my bottom lip, hospital, Donner spent She spent a lot of time Children’s Hospital at and I broke my talus her days the same way: wondering what any Jersey Shore University and fibula bones in my she woke up, crawled person might wonder Medical Center into a right leg.” downstairs, relaxed on after having experiwork of art with decoDonner went into the couch, and went to enced a traumatic incirated ceiling tiles. cardiac arrest and was the doctor’s or physical dent of that magnitude: On September 23, airlifted to the hospital therapy. “Why did this happen 2016, Donner fell asleep from Robert J. Miller As things became a (Student - See Page 4)
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More Resistance To Monmouth Commerce Project
By Bob Vosseller HOWELL – A massive construction proposal in the township again faced criticism during a packed Planning Board meeting on Nov. 7. The meeting, which ran from 7 to 10:30 p.m., featured a large turnout of residents who gathered to hear the latest testimony concerning the 1.2 million square foot project. The Monmouth Commerce Center project includes the construction of a warehouse complex on 100 acres of county forest land. The proposal by the Monmouth Commerce Center LLC also includes roads and parking lots on 100 wooded acres south of Randolph Road which runs into Route 547. The property owners are Lawrence Katz and Felix Pflaster. The applicant is being represented by Adam Faiella and Meryl Gonchar of Sills Cumis and Gross, of Newark. Township zoning permits warehouses in the special economic development zone in the south-central region of the community. Despite the promise of a large tax ratable to the township and hundreds of additional jobs, opponents of the plan have cited environmental, traffic (Project - See Page 4)
Ribbon Cut On Rebuilt Homeless Shelter
By Bob Vosseller OCEANPORT – Monmouth County will soon have a new homeless shelter to provide aid for those in need. Members of the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders took scissors to a large red ribbon on a brisk November morning at its Fort Monmouth location. “We have an obligation to help our Monmouth County residents who may not be able to help themselves due to a number of circumstances,” said Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone, liaison to the Department of Public Works and Engineering. (Ribbon - See Page 5)
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Continued From Page 1 to me?” It took nearly two years for Donner to come to terms with her reality. “I had to understand that there was no greater meaning to why this happened. It was just literally an accident,” she said. It was then that Donner chose the more resilient of the paths in front of her. A long recovery process also lead to a lot of valuable lessons learned. “I now know that there is nearly nothing that I cannot overcome. I learned that I really enjoy helping others and organizing fundraising opportunities,” said Donner. “I have always liked helping people, but now I have a bit more purpose on what kind of person to help.” Three years after her accident, now a junior at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), Donner discovered that the way to acceptance was through gratitude. During a meeting on the TCNJ campus, she noticed a picture of an elementary school art room that had painted ceiling tiles. This became her inspiration. “In that moment I know that I just absolutely had to do that,” said Donner. Donner’s plan was to paint ceiling tiles for the K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, giving back to the hospital that saved her life while helping others who might also find themselves waking up in a hospital bed. It all began with a call to Child Life Specialist Sara Patterson at K. Hovnanian
Children’s Hospital. Donner and Patterson set up meeting dates and eventually came up with a plan. The hospital’s initial response to Donner’s proposal was to provide her 12 ceiling tiles to start, much to her disappointment. “I just don’t think they realized how intense I am…After I explained my vision to them, they did not hesitate and they ordered about 500 ceiling tiles that my dad and I picked up,” said Donner, noting that another 550 were on the way. So far, Donner has managed to paint 35 tiles herself and 500 tiles have been placed in the facility already. The tiles depict images radiating positivity, such as a sun, rainbow, flowers, and trees. One painted by Donner bears a quote that sums up her recovery: “If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.” While there was not necessarily any significance in the ceiling tiles initially, Donner has found it throughout her own academic journey. She is currently finishing up her undergraduate degree in sociology and then plans on pursuing her Master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, “this coincides with ceiling tiles perfectly,” she added. “I want to promote positive mental health for patients of all aspects and I believe that these tiles have the power to do that.” She will also continue on to pursue her doctorate, something she is very excited about. Anyone that wants to participate in Donner’s project may do so by contacting her at hannahdonner67@gmail.com for information. There is a $10 fee to participate, which is donated to the hospital.
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Continued From Page 1 safety and other concerns to why the project should be turned down. Environmental concerns extend beyond the removal of oxygen-generating trees which would be replaced by parking lots in the new facility but that it would also halt the natural absorption of rainwater and would transfer polluted water into the area’s water supply. Among those in the audience at the Nov. 7 meeting was Dawn Van Brunt, leader of HOPE (Howell for Open Land and Preservation) who created a petition on Change.org to oppose the project. She and members of her 300-strong group were present during an Oct. 28 Monmouth County Development Review Committee meeting which ended with the committee asking for the applicant to return with additional information. Consideration of adding a traffic light to the intersection near Randolph Road was also discussed. Howell Mayor Theresa Berger said, “This project is the size of the Freehold Raceway Mall. This is a bedroom community on a scenic road which cannot sustain the traffic.” Berger added, “the surrounding roads are less able to support the frequency and weight of these trucks. The responsibility will fall on the taxpayers to fix these roads. “I believe in growth, as long as it does not have a detrimental impact on Howell’s environment, character, quality of life and infrastructure,” she said. Berger reminded members of the Development Review Committee that the project site would be based within an area of homes and very close to the Metedeconk River. She also mentioned
the proposed Resource Engineering solid waste transfer station at 34 Randolph Road, near Route 547. The transfer station has yet to receive approval. Councilmen Tom Russo and John Bonevich were also present at the meeting. The accessibility of emergency vehicles such as firetrucks was also discussed during the meeting. It was stated that there would be five different ways for vehicles to enter and exit the site and there would be separate entry points for emergency responders. Van Brunt said, “I was truly excited to see a packed house, standing room only. The members of HOPE have done an amazing job spreading the word and I think the board is seeing the disaster this project will create.” “The meeting uncovered a lot of site plan concerns, as well as missing required soil testing. The board was also unanimous in the interpretation of on-site trailer storage,” Van Brunt said. Opponents of the plan also expressed at both meetings that the number of trucks that would enter and exit the transfer station on a daily basis, presented potential safety problems. As the project borders Ocean County, information from the Ocean County Planning Board is also needed. Noise and air pollution are a concern of Howell Environmental Commission. The Commission’s chairwoman, Joan Osborne said both would increase if the project is approved. Testimony on the project will continue during a special meeting of the board on Dec. 3 where the application will be the only item discussed. “I look forward to seeing more people come out to oppose this monstrosity on Dec. 3,” Van Brunt said.
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Continued From Page 1 “Cutting the ribbon on this exceptional facility symbolizes the opening of a safe haven that will help this vulnerable population overcome their respective obstacles,” Arnone added. Freeholder Lillian G. Burry who is also a board member of the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA) said, “the former emergency homeless shelter was lost during Superstorm Sandy, which forced its occupants to relocate to other facilities.” FMERA funded the construction of the 4,500-square-foot shelter, which will offer temporary housing, counseling and other services to adults until further resources are identified. These services are funded by Monmouth County and administered by the Affordable Housing Alliance (AHA). “Both the County and FMERA understood the need to replace the ruined shelter and, through a collaborative partnership, we were able to achieve the goal of once again providing lodging and services to the homeless,” Burry said. The new facility will be able to house at least 16 residents for a 30-day period each. Housing includes a 12-bed dorm for men, a four-bed dorm for women, separate restrooms and showers for men and women, a laundry room, a clothing sorting and storage room, a counseling office and
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KNEE PAIN? Grinding, popping, difficulty walking or going up and down the stairs, bone-on-bone pain… Does any of this sound familiar?
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY
F EATURED L ETTER A Vet Is A Vet As we pass another Veterans Day it’s time to reflect on and recognize the sacrifices and service that each of our veterans provided our great country. It’s not hard to imagine where we would be without the dedicated service of the millions of men and women that answered the call to serve. Ever y one of our vets signed a “blank check” upon enlistment payable in favor of Uncle Sam pledging everything up to and including their lives in the service to their country if called upon. The saying “Some gave all, and all gave some” comes to mind. So why is it that New Jersey does not recognizes and honor the service of all its vets. Only some of our vets are recognized and accepted as vets by the NJ State Department of Military and Veterans Affairs regardless of the fact that the federal government and Veterans Administration accept their status as a vet. Why is it that in New Jersey you’re only a vet if you served in specific geographic areas during specific times? Why is it
that a vet is a vet for the purposes of an income tax exemption, but may not be a vet for a property tax deduction? Why is a vet always a vet at the DMV, but not always at the Civil Ser vice Com m ission? Why is it that honorable military service is recognized for some veterans, but not for all veterans? It’s time to correct this injustice and recognize and honor the service of all of our vets. This Veterans Day we should be thankful for those who stood up and answered the call. Honor the service and sacrifice of all the veterans among us, but especially that of our fallen soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines, for without our veterans we would not be the United States of America, the greatest nation on the face of the earth. And lastly, tell your State Legislators that a vet is a vet is a vet - regardless of where they served, or when they served. It’s time to get it right and uniformly honor their commitment. Daniel J. Burke Major, USMCR Ret. Brielle
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Letters To The Editor Mueller’s Report Speaks The Truth While I believe it’s important to hear two points of view, your publishing of the “Mueller’s Report a Scam” (Aug. 17) shows that in publishing the letter, the writer makes a number of claims, NONE based on fact. It’s a fact that Robert Mueller was a registered Republican. It’s a fact that he got over $20 million of damages from defendants. It’s a fact that Robert Mueller has described 11 felony counts of obstruction against the president even though the President and (Attorney General Bill) Barr have described the report as not showing any obstruction by the president. This would be a complete lie and anyone reading his report will clearly see that. The report can be downloaded and read or even purchased for $5 from Ollie’s (something the letter writer just didn’t do). The report shows that Russia worked very hard to convince just enough people to vote for Donald and against the Democrat candidate or for the 3rd party candidate that Donald Trump won the election by 88,000 votes across three states. He was shown to send polling data to Russian servers and to have Russian companies attacking our democracy by spreading lies on social media to the tune of millions and millions of dollars from Russia. Nothing was false in the report and no matter how many times letter writers or our president states this as fact, it doesn’t change the circumstances that a foreign power worked very hard to make all of us think it was in our best interest to vote GOP. As our national deficit rockets to a trillion dollars, our middle class doesn’t actually do better and the 1% tell you all is well, anyone with open eyes can see this simply isn’t true and repeating hundreds of times works
Letters To cent The Editor for top 40 radio programof the people of the she refused to do it. Her ming but millions of people can see right through it. Scott Neuman Lakehurst
Church And State I again want to extend my gratitude to the outpouring of support regarding my stand on the issue of parents’ rights. I have made it clear that the parents have the say over their children’s exposure to LGBT curriculum, if any, not the government. I want to acknowledge the overwhelming response in support of this stand from parents, citizens, teachers, church and religious leaders. Such encouragement confirms the need for addressing this issue as I have. In discussions, I have been made aware of a concern often expressed regarding the First Amendment. I want to clarify the true meaning of this Amendment regarding state and church. My hope is that this clarification will guide politicians, leaders (both secular and religious), parents, and other citizens to see the truth and not the twisted interpretation by the government and certain special interest groups. The First Amendment actually reads, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion…” This means that government cannot force a religion on its people. It does not mean that the people can’t bring their religious beliefs into how they want the government to act. Somewhere along the way, someone twisted the First Amendment’s meaning. And you need to know that. Even an atheist - one who believes there is no God brings a “belief” into how he or she wants government to act (indeed, “as if there is no God”). They exercise their non-religion belief to get government to enact and enforce laws accordingly. And, since 1962, that is how the government has acted. Yet, upwards of 70 per-
United States identify as having faith, and in biblical principles. So, if this believing majority is being forced to accept the ideas of a rejecting minority on any issue, it is no longer “We the people…” and it violates the spirit of the Constitution. You need to know that too. As an elected official representing a community made up largely of that majority, I need to represent that majority. Which is exactly what the wording of the First Amendment ensures. And, until the majority view changes, I will continue to do so. I will spread the truth as I see it in the hopes of uniting families by safeguarding the rights of parents for the well-being of our children. Alfonso Cirulli Mayor Barnegat
Keep Religion Out Of Politics A letter writer (“There Is No Separation Of Church And State,” 9/21/19) references the right of free speech, but to do so she skips over the first phrase of the First Amendment of the Constitution: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof...” In plain English, the government will not tell us to worship this way but not that way, or worship at all. All our governments, federal, state and local, are civic institutions, not religious. The mayor of Barnegat was elected to a civic position and one of its functions is the performance of civil marriages. If he refuses to perform any of the functions and duties of his office because of his religious beliefs he must step aside. The county clerk in Kentucky who refused to perform a civil marriage for a gay couple has been found by the courts to be liable to be personally sued for damages, because she had a civic duty to perform and
decision was unlawful and her position as a public official, which usually shields an individual from personal lawsuits, will not protect her because she brought her religious judgement into a civic duty. And the letter writer ends her opinion: “We need to respect everyone’s rights, and respect their differences. Only then will we be able to move forward.” Let the Mayor of Barnegat be so advised. Michael F. Flynn Manahawkin
Trump Won, Get Over It I was a Democrat; 61 years ago the party left me, I didn’t leave the party back in 1959. Interesting comments by liberal Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan. She delivered the following at the University Of California Berkeley Law School: “Does the fact that we live in a polarized world increase the responsibility of the court to think about these questions, to behave in a non-polarized fashion?” She told the crowd “I think it does. I think we have to understand the world we are living in and try, to the extent we can, to fi nd common ground, to the extent we can to reach consensus, to try to the extent we can see how the world looks from another point of view.” As a former Democrat, I am seriously disappointed in the current conduct and constant hatred spewing from their leaders. It is of major concern in what damage they have inflicted upon a once grand party of the people, the extreme abhorrent media will not be constructive…Congress has not been working for the people. Donald Trump won the election, get over it! Sal Sorce Manahawkin
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COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS
Become A CASA Volunteer For Local Kids MONMOUTH COUNTY – The end of summer and the start of a new school year is an exciting time for most children. But for some, the beginning of school could reveal a dark secret when signs of abuse and neglect these children have suffered over the summer are noticed by teachers, staff and other parents. “Because children are subject to less adult supervision over the summer, it’s not uncommon for reports of suspected abuse and neglect to spike at the start of the school year,” said Cindi Van Brunt, Executive Director. Many of the children who are confirmed as victims are removed from their homes and placed into foster care—often far from their friends, families and schools. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) volunteers from CASA for Children of Monmouth County are specially screened and trained to speak up for abused and neglected children who, through no fault of their own, end up in the foster care system. “Being uprooted from their homes and families is scary for these children. We at CASA for Children of Monmouth County want to make sure that they do not get lost in the overburdened foster care system,” Van Brunt said. “For that reason, we need more people in our community to speak up and make sure these children’s voices are heard. We want to help ensure that their stay in foster care is as short as possible and that they are placed in safe, loving
homes quickly so they can begin to heal.” There are 431 children that go through the child protection system each year from Monmouth County, and only 110 CASA volunteers to advocate for their best interests. “Too many children are forced to go through the chaos of moving through the child protection system feeling alone,” Van Brunt said. “CASA for Children of Monmouth County needs more volunteers to step up and be a voice for children who desperately need them.” To help these children, CASA is seeking adults, 21 years and older to act as advocates for children in foster care. A CASA volunteer is a trained citizen who is appointed by a Judge to represent the best interests of a child in court. CASA volunteers work one-on-one with an abused or neglected child, advocating for his or her best interests. Essentially, CASA volunteers “speak up” for these children in the court and child welfare systems, making sure they are safe and well-cared for, are getting the services they need, and are placed in a permanent, safe, nurturing home as quickly as possible. This school year, become a CASA volunteer and help children in need find safe, permanent homes. Anyone interested in volunteer opportunities should visit casaofmonmouth.org for upcoming information sessions and program details or contact Lynn Goelz at 732-460-9100 Email: lynn@casaforchildrenmc.org for more details.
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Lawmakers Encourage Donations Of Food By Bob Vosseller OCEAN- 11th Legislative District Senator Vin Gopal and Assembly members Eric Houghtaling and Joann Downey are urging Monmouth County residents to donate food to help families and children in need throughout the month. “In the spirit of the Thanksgiving season, we’re asking residents to show their generosity to their less fortunate neighbors, helping underserved families who may not otherwise be able to put healthy meals on the table for their families,” Gopal (D-Long Branch) said. “According to Fulfill, Monmouth County’s local food bank, two out of every five people it serves at its network of food pantries are children. With this food drive, we hope to support their efforts to help struggling households feed their families.” The lawmakers are requesting residents to drop off non-perishable food items at the District 11 Legislative offices at 802 West Park Ave., Suite 221 in Ocean Township; or at 35 West Main Street, First Floor in Freehold. Donations can be dropped off weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. through Friday, November 22. All donations will be delivered to local organizations to feed families in need. “No child should go to bed hungry - and when we come together, we can ensure that every child has the nourishment and nutrition they need to grow and develop,” Houghtaling, (D-Neptune), said. Houghtaling oversees the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee in the State Assembly. “By providing local children with daily nutritious meals, we can prevent illnesses, reduce visits to the hospital, and empower them to live healthier, happier lives.” “Children who eat properly are more focused and better learners, with fewer behavioral, emotional, and academic challenges,” said Downey, (D-Freehold), who chairs the State Assembly Human Services Committee. Downey added, “by keeping vulnerable children properly and nutritiously fed today, we can help them better socialize with their peers, stay out of trouble in school, and excel at home
and in the classroom tomorrow.” Residents are encouraged to donate any of the following non-perishable items: canned goods, especially tuna, chicken, salmon, canned veggies and fruits, cooking oils, shelf-stable milk and fruit juice; dry goods, including pancake mix and syrup and peanut butter and jelly; and soups, especially chicken noodle, chicken and rice, and beef vegetable; ready-to-eat canned meals, including chili (bean, chicken, beef), stew (vegetable, chicken, beef), ravioli (cheese, beef), chicken with rice and vegetables, and spaghetti and meatballs. Other potential donations include hot cereals, especially oatmeal, steel-cut oats, farina, and muesli; and cold cereals, including Toasted O’s (original or honey nut), bran flakes, corn flakes, shredded wheat, brown rice, GrapeNuts, Special K, Fiber One cereals, Cascadian Farms cereals, and Kashi cereals. For additional information or questions, residents can call the District 11 legislative office in Ocean Township at 732-695-3371. Downey is also encouraging local residents with tight food budgets to enroll in NJ SNAP, New Jersey’s food assistance program. Downey said, “nearly 900,000 New Jerseyans aren’t able to keep themselves and their families fed.” Downey, who oversees SNAP legislation as assembly chair of human services, added, “this holiday season, I want to make sure that anyone who needs a little extra help putting food on the table get the assistance they need. You can visit NJSNAP.gov or call 1-800- 987-9512 to check if you are eligible and apply today for food assistance for you and your household.” Gopal, Houghtaling and Downey represent New Jersey’s 11th Legislative District which includes the Monmouth County municipalities of Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Colts Neck, Deal, Eatontown, Freehold Borough, Freehold Township, Interlaken, Loch Arbour, Long Branch, Neptune City, Neptune, Ocean Township, Red Bank, Shrewsbury Borough, Shrewsbury Township, Tinton Falls and West Long Branch.
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Monmouth County Kicks Off Monmouth ACTS Advisory Council to Support Human Services for Residents FREEHOLD – Representatives from Monmouth County announced the kick off of the Monmouth ACTS Advisory Council (MAAC) to better serve the needs of residents and to support Monmouth ACTS (Assisting Community Through Services). This Advisory Council is one of the first of its kind in the state. The creation of MAAC is the result of the growing influence of Monmouth ACTS and the restructuring of the Human Services Advisory Council. The Monmouth ACTS initiative, formed as a response to the Monmouth County Human Services Needs Assessment undertaken in 2016, is a public-private partnership that promotes and enhances access to human services. Monmouth ACTS is made up of subcommittees, or “hubs,” of County leaders and their private/nonprofit counterparts; the hubs focus on key issues in human service needs. The hubs will now be overseen by MAAC, which will make solving the County’s service gaps and streamlining its existing services its priority. “This is a great step forward in the groundbreaking work that Monmouth County is doing,” said Monmouth County Freeholder Susan M. Kiley, liaison to the County’s health and human services departments. “The Monmouth ACTS Advisory Council
will challenge each of our hubs and everyone involved with ACTS to keep evolving and always do better for our residents.” Now led by MAAC, Monmouth ACTS’s hubs will set smart goals and have action-oriented objectives with time frames to better share the services available to residents. MAAC will be made up of an executive committee comprised of the co-chairs of each hub. Each hub has a public and a private co-chair, who oversee and guide the larger group of public officials and private organizations who work together to make life better for Monmouth County residents. Mary Pat Angelini, Chair of MAAC as well as CEO of Preferred Behavioral Health Group, expects that the kick off of MAAC will help Monmouth ACTS be more action-oriented. “This is an opportunity for us to think differently about how we provide services to our constituents,” Angelini said. “MAAC will help Monmouth ACTS deliver individual and family success across our County, by ensuring that our hubs are interconnected and working together to create holistic, integrated systems of support and service. This is truly a union of public and private efforts to better serve residents.” For more information on Monmouth ACTS, visit monmouthACTS.org.
Local Wawa Hotspot For Illegal Activity, Sting Yields Four Arrests
By Kimberly Bosco BRICK – After residents complained about regular suspicious activity at a local Wawa, Brick Police cracked down, arresting four on theft and drug charges. The Brick Police Selective Enforcement Team and Drug Enforcement Unit teamed up to conduct a sting centered on the Wawa at 116 Brick Blvd. after residents complained of illegal activity there. The sting resulted in the following four arrests on Nov. 8: • 36-year old Michael Butler of Brick: Charged with theft and burglary when officers watched him open the unlocked driver’s door of an unoccupied vehicle at the Wawa and remove property. • 37-year old Ryan Kemble of Berkeley Twp.: Charged with possession of marijuana, paraphernalia, and being under the influence
of a controlled dangerous substance when officers observed him smoking marijuana while parked in the Wawa parking lot. • 34-year old Sean Provenzano of Wanakue, NJ: Charged with shoplifting when officers saw him put items into his pockets and exit the Wawa without paying. • 51-year old Jason Puzio of Brick: Charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance, specifi cally oxycodone, when officers observed him engaging in suspicious activity, ultimately leading to a motor vehicle stop. K-9 Sergeant Paul Catalina and his K-9 partner Duke assisted in the investigation. The Brick Police Department stated that they are “committed to addressing reports of criminal activity and any behavior which disrupts the quality of life of our residents and those who visit and work here.”
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MONMOUTH COUNTY - Embroiderers’ Guild of America-Monmouth Chapter is dedicated to teaching and sharing the joys of needlework. Stitchers of all levels are welcome. There are sit-and-stitch tables at each meeting as well as
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County Clerk Hosts Student Video Contest to Commemorate Centennial of 19th Amendment
FREEHOLD – Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is inviting all Monmouth County high school students to enter the 2nd Annual Elections and Voting Video Contest, sponsored by the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office. Next year marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment. In commemoration of this historic milestone, this year’s contest asks students to reflect on what having the right to vote means to them, while encouraging their peers to vote. The Monmouth County Clerk’s Elections Division has responsibility over sample ballots, vote by mail applications, candidate petitions, tabulation of totals, and the certification of results. County Clerk Hanlon is working to increase voter participation among the youth through her high school ‘Your Vote Matters’ program, which stresses the importance of civic responsibility. She is continuing to build on that program by sponsoring the County Clerk’s 2nd Annual Elections and Voting Video contest for high school students, leading up to Election Day. “We are very excited to announce this year’s high school student video contest, which we hope will engage young people in the voting process,” said Clerk Hanlon. “As we approach Election Day, it is the perfect time to remind young people that the right to vote is a right to be cherished and exercised regularly.” The contest is open to high school students who reside in Monmouth County and/or
attend a high school in Monmouth County. Students are allowed to form groups, of no more than three (3) members, and each group should enter an original video that highlights the importance of voting rights. Entrants are permitted to be creative with the usage of digital and/or traditional special effects. Videos with political or offensive content will not be considered. The top three (3) videos will be awarded gift card prizes by Clerk Hanlon and will be advertised via the County Clerk’s social media platforms and ‘Your Vote Matters’ program. Videos will remain the property of the County Clerk’s Office. Entries will be accepted from October 18, 2019 until the deadline at noon EST on Monday, November 4, 2019, which is the day before Election Day. Entries will be accepted via email to ClerkContest@ co.monmouth.nj.us with the subject “2019 High School Video Contest.” Entrants must upload their video to YouTube and then email the direct link to the video to the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office. Entries can also be mailed to the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office, Attn: Voting Video Contest, Monmouth County Clerk, 33 Mechanic Street, Freehold, NJ 07728 with the video file enclosed on a flash drive or CD. For full contest rules and eligibility, please visit the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office website at MonmouthCountyClerk.com, email ClerkContest@co.monmouth.nj.us, or call 732-431-7324, ext. 8735.
Support Group For Parents Of Children With ADHD
HOWELL – CHADD meets the fourth Monday evening of every month from 6:308:30 p.m. at the Howell Library. TR CHADD NJ is here to help! We have convenient Parent Support and Adults with ADHD meetings right here in Howell. You are not alone! Please join us and start helping your child by gaining a good working knowledge of what ADHD is and what it isn’t, behavioral management, parent training, classroom
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Support Groups At Howell Senior Center
HOWELL – Join the Howell Township Department of Senior Services for a Bereavement Support Group and a Caregiver Support Group at the Senior Center. Groups are run by Judy Sininsky, LSW. Bereavement Support Group meets twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays on
the month at 10:30 a.m. Groups meet at the Howell Senior Center, call for directions. Caregiver Support Group meets twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 10:30 a.m. Groups meet at the Howell Senior Center, call for directions.
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MONMOUTH COUNTY – United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties is collecting new coats for local pre-school, elementary and middle school-aged students in need. County residents are encouraged to donate coats that are new with tags for boys and girls in the following sizes: • Coats in toddler sizes 3T - 5T • Coats in children’s sizes Small – X-large • Lined hoodies in adult sizes Medium – X-large If you can’t make it to the store but wish
to help you can donate cash or purchase gift cards at uwmoc.org/WarmestWishes. United Way is hosting a Giving Tuesday event to collect donations on Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. - noon at the UPS Warehouse,750 Hope Road in Tinton Falls. Donations will also be accepted through Dec.4, at the United Way office located at 4814 Outlook Drive, Suite 107 in Wall Township. For more information about the Warmest Wishes Coat Drive, contact Jackie Liguori at 848-206-2042 or e-mail her at jliguori@ uwmoc.org.
Winter Street Regulations In Effect HOWELL – Residents should be aware that all equipment such as basketball hoops, soccer nets, hockey goals, etc. must be removed from the roadway durin g winter months to allow for proper plowing of Township streets. Per Township Ordinance the placement of portable sports equipment within the right-ofway is prohibited from November 1 through March 31. Those residents who have a curb and sidewalk in front of their property, the equipment should
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HOWELL – Howell EMS is currently accepting applications for Part Time Emergency Medical Technicians. Requirements: • One year experience working within a 911 based EMS system. • Must possess a valid NJ Driver’s License. • Be currently certified as an EMT in the State of NJ. • Be able to work shift work including days, nights, weekends and holidays. • Candidates will be required to work at least four (4) days per month. • The right candidate will be a highly motivated, well organized, professional who embraces new challenges. The candidate must
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Fatigue is a challenging issue for people, and it’s hard to test for a root cause beyond standard adrenal and thyroid function tests. Sometimes a third etiology is considered and that would be B-vitamin status. All these issues can definitely lead to, or contribute to chronic fatigue. But no one typically checks for choline or phosphatidylcholine levels. Choline forms phosphatidylcholine (PC). This is a naturally occurring B-vitamin compound that is required to make acetylcholine, your memory neurotransmitter. Persistent fatigue and brain fog could be due to low levels of PC. Many plastic surgeons use phosphatidylcholine-based fat dissolvers to get rid of chin fat. By “dissolve fat” I mean it could work a bit like your dish soap does. You know how you put that pan in the sink that has globules of fat from the ground beef you just browned? It’s kind of like that. The term “phosphatidylcholine” is sometimes confused with “lecithin,” but they’re slightly different. Choline is a component of phosphatidylcholine, which is a component of lecithin. Cholesterol Ratios. Phosphatidylcholine may reduce triglycerides. I think this type of supplement could be taken along with your statin medication with no foreseeable problems, but of course ask your practitioner what’s right for you. Forgetfulness. PC used in the body to create more acetylcholine, which is known as a memory molecule. Low levels
of acetylcholine are associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Your brain is made of fat and fatty tissue craves choline-based supplements. You can eat PC if you like egg yolks, soybeans and sunflower seeds. Anxiety or Bipolar. We have limited evidence for PC’s use in tardive dyskinesia and bipolar. More specifically, it could help with mood swings and depressive symptoms. Before attempting self treatment ask your psychiatrist/practitioner. Fatigue. There was a randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled study published in the Nutritional Journal. The researchers set out to evaluate where supplements of lecithin would help middle-aged women with their fatigue. The study included 96 women who ranged in age from 40 to 60 years old, who had complained of fatigue. They should have asked me I would have gladly obliged because I’ve been tired for like 25 years now, lol! The results were really no surprise. Both of the groups receiving the lecithin did better after supplement treatment than at the onset of the study. The group receiving the high dose (1200mg/ day) faired out best. Pregnant Moms. If you’re pregnant, or want to become pregnant soon, your diet should be very rich in choline because it is critical for your developing baby. The risk for neural tube defects (usually associated with low folate but maybe that’s old news) is shockingly four times higher if you’re choline deficient during pregnancy! Supplements like this are available at health food stores nationwide, and online.
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St. Veronica Scout Troop 300’s Gift Auction Slated For Dec. 14
HOWELL — St. Veronica Boy Scout Troop 300 will hold a Gift Auction fundraiser for adults age 18 and older from 6-11 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14, at Our House Restaurant, 420 Adelphia Road, Farmingdale. Doors will open 5 p.m. to allow for the previewing of baskets. Proceeds will help Troop 300 fund its programs and equipment and ensure that each scout can fully participate in its activities and develop leadership skills that result from being a part of something bigger than oneself. Take advantage of the troop’s Early Bird Specials, which must be reserved by Nov. 14. The first special is an entry fee of $35, which includes a buffet dinner (a savings of $5). The second special is an entry fee of $65, which includes a buffet dinner and ticket bundle of two Tier 1 tickets, one Tier 2 ticket and three Grand tickets --a $40 value. These tickets will be held at the door. After Nov. 14, limited tickets will be available at the door on a first-come, first-serve basis. The entry fee will be $40 and includes a buffet dinner. Tier 1 tickets will be $10 per sheet; Tier 2 tickets $15 per sheet; Grand tickets will be three for $5; Super Grand
tickets will be $5 each; and 50/50 tickets will be five for $5. Prepaid reservations can be made payable to “Troop 300” and mailed to Fundraising Chairperson Linda Ann Horvath, 157 Newbury Road, Howell, NJ 07731. The buffet dinner will consist of tossed mixed green and Caesar salads, fresh fruit platter, Italian pasta salad with meat and cheese, eggplant parmigiana, sliced beef au jus, chicken Francese, penne vodka, vegetable medley, rosemary red bliss potatoes, chocolate mousse and a sheet cake. Troop 300 scouts conduct many service projects to help communities, both local and abroad. They assist with food collections, volunteer at soup kitchens and nursing homes, prepare holiday food baskets, clean up debris, clear trails at local parks and participate in many other activities that benefit the residents of Howell and nearby towns and those in need in other locations as well. For more information or to make a reservation, call Fundraising Chairperson Linda Ann Horvath at 848-223-4871 or mail a check made payable to “Troop 300” to 157 Newbury Road, Howell, NJ 07731.
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Dear Joel, This year it’s my turn to host the family Thanksgiving meal, we’ll be approximately 20 people. Since my last holiday hosting, it seems that almost everyone has adopted new dietary ‘lifestyles’, ranging from vegan to paleo and everything in between. How can I possibly make a Thanksgiving meal that satisfies everyone? Do you have any suggestions? Answer: As we learn more about how food affects the human body, more and more people are adopting healthier eating habits. I too have friends and family with varied dietary requirements, so I can appreciate your challenge. I would suggest asking everyone to bring one
dish that accommodates their palette, while you stick to the more traditional meal. Also, try serving a variety of appetizers and desserts that satisfy most of your guests. Don’t feel pressured to make homemade everything as the world of prepared foods for vegans, vegetarians, etc. has vastly improved. Most of all just be thankful for the time you all have together and RELAX, whatever you serve will be appreciated by all. . Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Volunteers Needed For Free Income Tax Prep Free Income Tax preparation is available to anyone who needs help filing their federal and NJ taxes with special attention given to seniors. Additional volunteers are needed to work in the program and to help in the preparation of electronically filed returns. We are seeking individuals with basic computer skills.
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Gait, Falls and Common Gait Dysfunctions By: Jeffrey Mayer, PT, DPT
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alking, or ambulation, is one of the most important functional activities that we perform to maintain our independence. Without our ability to safely ambulate around the home or in the community, we must rely on either an assistive device (cane, walker, wheelchair, crutches, etc.) or another person to help. When we were younger, we took our ability to walk for granted. As we grow older, we must start paying attention to how we walk and think about our own personal safety. If our ability to ambulate is impaired, we run a great risk for serious injury. A statistic from the CDC states that more than 1 out of 4 older people (65 years or older) fall each year. This article will briefly talk about the gait cycle, a common gait dysfunction, a common culprit for multiple gait dysfunctions, falls and how we can prevent falls in the future.
leg laterally (out to the side), but they also work to support proper hip alignment during gait. When these muscles are weak, they cause a gait pattern that appears as a limp. The limp can be demonstrated when one side of the hip drops as the other side hikes up. The side that hikes up (during stance phase on that same leg) is the side with the weak musculature. This limp can lead to a slower walking speed, a more strenuous gait pattern and ultimately an increased risk of falling.
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As mentioned above, the gluteus medius is a key muscle when talking about gait and overall balance during functional activities like transfers and climbing stairs. Weakness in the gluteus medius can not only cause abnormal gait patterns, like Trendelenburg gait, but it can also cause weakness in other surrounding muscles or negative compensation patterns during your activities of daily living (ADLs). The muscle specifically acts to move the leg out to the side (laterally), prevent unnecessary movement of the leg inwards (medially), and to stabilize the hips. Without proper strength in this muscle, patients increase their risk of falling tremendously.
Gait, or “locomotion achieved through the movement of human limbs,” is much more complex than one would think. As physical therapists (PTs), we are movement specialists and we are one of the only medical professionals that specialize in human gait. Human gait can be separated into many different aspects that are crucial to understand when trying to correct unsafe gait. Briefly, gait is broken up into 7 distinct phases (as shown above; initial contact, weight acceptance, midstance, terminal stance, initial swing, mid-swing, and terminal swing. Each phase of gait could present with dysfunctions that could lead to an increased fall risk. As a PT, we must be able to find our patients’ gait dysfunctions, educate them, and help properly correct their mechanics to lead to a decreased fall risk. When we analyze abnormal gait patterns, we commonly categorize them into a few specific categories of gait; antalgic gait, ataxic gait, festinating gait, hemiplegic gait, high steppage gait, spastic gait and Trendelenburg gait.
TRENDELENBURG GAIT The Trendelenburg gait pattern is one of the most common abnormal gait patterns seen in physical therapy. It is commonly seen when patients have weak hip muscles; the gluteus medius and the gluteus minimus. These two muscles work to move the
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FALLS When looking at the statistics, 1 out of every 5 falls cause serious injuries such as broken bones or head injuries. Even more alarming is that every year about 3 million people nationwide are treated in hospital emergency rooms for fall related injuries. In our country, the elderly population (65 years or older) is at the greatest risk for falls. These statistics may be shocking, but the reason people fall and injure themselves is because of improper gait, weakness, and decreased balance. The dangers that a single fall can present to the older population can, and most likely will, impact an entire life afterwards.
WHY DO WE FALL? Falls can be caused by so many factors, including environmental factors, behavioral factors and physical factors. Environmental factors include obstacles in the home (rugs, pets, dark/dim lighting, etc.) and obstacles in the community. Behavioral factors include improper nutrition, improper monitoring of blood pressure, decreased confidence, confusion associated with Alzheimer’s disease/dementia, and cognitive impairments associated with stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and more. Lastly, physical factors include muscle weakness, difficulty walking,
balance impairments, coordination impairments, vision problems, foot/ankle pain, and proper footwear. Most falls are caused by a combination of the above risk factors, and the more risk factors a person may have, the more likely they are to suffer a fall. In order to reduce the amount of risk factors that we present with and to reduce the risk of falling, we must consult our healthcare providers before a fall occurs.
WHAT CAN WE DO? If you’ve fallen in the past year and feel like you are at risk for falling again, the first thing you should do is contact a trusted healthcare provider. Your primary care physician, orthopedic physician, PT, occupational therapist (OT), physician assistant (PA) or nurse practitioner (NP) would be happy to discuss possible options for you moving forward. Ultimately, since your PT is an expert on gait, falls and balance, they will be able to properly evaluate and assess your current condition. Your PT will possibly find a positive Trendelenburg sign, suggest certain assistive devices, provide exercises to build strength and balance, provide education on proper gait, suggest community exercise classes and assess the safety of your home environment. Do not be afraid to talk to a healthcare provider about your fall risk and your gait!
JEFFREY MAYER, PT, DPT Jeff graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Human, Nutrition, Foods and Exercise Science from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 2014. He then earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Seton Hall University in December 2018. He obtained his licensure as a Physical Therapist in February 2019. Jeff’s passion for physical therapy stems from his desire to help others achieve their physical and lifestyle goals. Jeff has clinical experience in outpatient orthopedics, subacute inpatient rehabilitation, and pediatrics. He also worked in an outpatient orthopedic setting for years prior to obtaining his professional license. His treatment philosophy involves personalized interventions with the patients’ goals at the forefront of the plan of care. Jeff’s goals include furthering his manual therapy techniques and expanding the creativity of his therapeutic exercises in order to provide the best possible care for his patients. He is currently treating patients at our Brick/Silverton facility.
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Brielle Integrated Healthcare Lives Up To Its Name With Its Fully-Integrated Team Approach By Michael Vandenberg Let’s cut to the chase: you’re in pain and you don’t know why. You’ve been to plenty of doctors and they all say there’s nothing they can do. Even still, no one should have to live in agony. Luckily, you have options for regaining your quality of life, but it’s hard to know which option works best for you. Well now, thanks to Brielle Integrated Healthcare, you don’t have to guess: their staff, with its wide-ranging background, will work together as a team to help you live your best life. Firstly there’s Dr. Mark Najjar, a Board Certified Chiropractic Sports physician, Medical examiner for the division of transportation, and Certified DOT examiner. He’s their chiropractor with over 34 years of experience. But if your condition requires more than chiropractic, BIH has physical therapists Drs. Lauren Ramondini and Laura Anastasia on site and ready to help you. Also, Kristen Valentino, a licensed massage therapist, is standing by. They even have acupuncturist Josh Solomon L.Ac, M.Ac; a Nation-
ally Certified Diplomat of Acupuncture (NCCAOM) and NJ State Licensed Acupuncturist. It ’s a model for full-service care that’s served their parent office, Eastpointe Integrated Healthcare in Atlantic Highlands, well for 12 years now. With a successful track record of getting very good results for patients, Dr. Jay Mazzella and the rest of Eastpointe thought it was time to bring that model to Brielle in January 2018. Brielle Integrated Healthcare opened right next to Brielle Sports Club. BIH has so far been a huge success due to its all-of-the-above approach. “Each of our providers attacks a problem from a different direction and perspective. We all do different things but we’re all trying to solve the same problem,” Dr. Mazzella explained.
Their combined effort is greater than the sum of its parts and gets them “over the finish line” of ending your pain. Even though the reasons why new patients come to BIH vary widely, the doctors here are determined to find a solution through any combination of methods that works the best. “We have a very varied population,” Dr. Najjar pointed out. Thanks to their close relationship with Brielle Sports Club, BIH has helped with many sports injury cases, along with other acute cases. They’re also very well-equipped to handle chronic conditions. They’ve even helped children get back to having fun on the playground. Also, treatments like acupuncture can help in post-surgical cases and for patients with respiratory and digestive issues. No matter how the pain came about, the doctors at Brielle Integrated Healthcare can put their heads together to give you relief. From your very first complimentary consultation, it’ll be clear that BIH is willing to go the extra mile to make that happen. “We’re very customer service oriented,” said Dr. Najjar. “We dedicate a lot of time to han-
dling each person’s specific cases. We don’t handle things in a cookie cutter manner.” Instead, using all the tools at their disposal, BIH customizes a plan to fit each individual patient’s needs. The best part about your treatment? You don’t have to drive all over the place to get the care you need since it’s all at the same place. Weekly meetings amongst all the different doctors ensure that everybody is on the same page to get you better. The results of this integrated, all-inclusive strategy are truly life changing. Danielle, a lower back patient at BIH, has had every form of treatment they offer: chiropractic, physical therapy, massage, and acupuncture. After mixed results with chiropractic before, she was hesitant to return. Boy was she glad she did. “I felt comfortable with Dr. Mark immediately. He took time to explain what was happening with my back and designed a treatment plan for me. I also received the best adjustment of my life that day!” She also greatly appreciates how everyone at BIH is, “all professional and thorough from initial evaluation throughout my care plan”.
If you’re a little nervous to jump right in, BIH is happy to offer a complimentary consultation. Here the doctor will simply explain the best course of action, and you can ask questions without any obligations. Another patient, Michelle, remembers her feelings of apprehension before her first visit: “Sometimes we hesitate, wondering if the new doctor is good, or if we’ll like him or her.” But after coming here, she tells our readers, “I promise you won’t be disappointed.” It’s easy to get the best possible care in Brielle Integrated Healthcare’s, “no pressure environment,” as Dr. Ramondini puts it. Their philosophy on care is, “Tell people what they need, but give them what they want.” In other words, they’ll always give full disclosure on how they can help, but they’re ready to work with you on what you can afford and what you have time to do. So give them a call at 732-292-9900 to schedule your complimentary consultation or visit bihcare. com for more information. Brielle Integrated Healthcare is located in the Brielle Sports Club at 629 Higgins Avenue, Brielle, NJ 08730.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of nov 23 - nov 29 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Win people over by displaying enthusiasm and exuberance. In the week to come you can break down some of the barriers that prevent you from getting ahead by being warm and friendly when people are standoffish. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your charitable instincts are on the rise, but it is wise to be cautious about donating in the week ahead to charities you have not yet vetted. It might be worth your while to see how your freely offered dollars are being spent. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Finding ways to perform your job well might be the prime subject of deep thinking or an important factor in your overall well-being as this week unfolds. Planning and organizational tools can speed up your progress. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your goals and objectives can change as this week unfolds. You may be exposed to new ideas that revolutionize your thinking. Don’t depend on luck to get ahead with your career or business aspirations. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You are curious enough to explore your boundaries but wise enough to know just how far you can safely go. You may receive some extra publicity in the week ahead or may meet interesting people in a public venue. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Having fun and fellowship could take a lot of work. You could become bogged down by extra responsibilities during the upcoming week. You could be busy baking sweet treats or getting decorations together for a holiday event.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): An enthusiastic approach might prove helpful when dealing with the public this week. You can also be proactive about protecting your time by asking to be put on a “do not call” list or saying no to sales calls at your front door. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A change of scene could result in some opportunities to bring you and a loved one closer. The things that grab your attention in the week ahead could enrich your wallet or make performing your job easier. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the week ahead, you may spend your money because you want to express generosity or because you want to own something new, original or outstanding - whether or not it makes good business sense. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Never lose sight of what is most important to your happiness. You could easily get stuck in a rut during the week to come. Embracing new ideas, remaining open-minded and attempting to employ trending techniques can pay off. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Family dynamics can shift in a positive way as the week flies by. A scheduling conflict can be resolved. A friend’s advice or someone’s casual observations might trigger a resolution to try something new and different. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Focus on learning something new in the upcoming week. You might enjoy watching some how-to videos or attending a lecture at the community center so you can develop a new hobby or become more self-sufficient.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen
Start Thanksgiving Meal With Savory Squash Soup By Wolfgang Puck What’s the first thing you’ll serve to your guests when they sit down to Thanksgiving dinner next week? That’s an important question for any menu. The first course sets the tone for the meal to come. It should, as the old phrase goes, whet the appetite, sharpening the senses and adding a happy edge to guests’ anticipation. A great introductory dish should not only look beautiful, smell enticing and taste delicious, but also satisfy and leave guests wanting more. At Thanksgiving, the stakes are even higher. It’s important to evoke an all-American tradition by featuring the sorts of harvest-season ingredients that recall the first Pilgrim feast. And, if you’re a serious cook, you also want to serve something a little different, without straying too far from expectations. That’s why I like to start my menu with fragrant, golden winter squash soup, like the version I am happy to share with you today from Aram Mardigian, executive chef at my Wolfgang Puck American Grille in the Borgata Hotel, Casino and Spa in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Many guests at the hotel, as well as people who live nearby, love to book their Thanksgiving meal at the restaurant, and Chef Aram goes all out with his special-occasion menu. Many restaurants that serve such a recipe will refer to it as “pumpkin” soup. In fact, you’d have a hard time finding one that actually contains real pumpkin, which can be watery and bland in flavor. (The same is true, by the way, for most pumpkin pies, which - like products sold as canned pumpkin - contain more flavorful, better-textured winter squashes like butternut or Hubbard varieties.)
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This particular recipe uses both familiar butternut and also kabocha squash, also sometimes called “Japanese pumpkin,” a wonderfully flavorful variety that reminds some people of sweet potato. To enhance the squashes, the recipe calls first for roasting them, a step that helps intensify their flavor and partly caramelizes their natural sugars. Some brown sugar and autumn spices add still more mellow sweetness, while onion and fresh sage contribute a subtly savory dimension.
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The easy recipe makes enough for eight appetizer servings, but you can double it for a larger gathering. Unless you have a lot of oven space, however, multiplying the recipe will probably require baking the squashes in batches. Fortunately, the soup is ideal for making ahead, to be reheated just before serving. (Have some extra stock on hand, though, as soup made in advance may need to be thinned slightly.) I hope this recipe adds an important final piece of the puzzle for your Thanksgiving menu. Be sure to check next week’s column, in which Chef Aram will share a favorite home-style recipe that perfect for your leftover
turkey. ROASTED WINTER SQUASH SOUP WITH AUTUMN SPICES Makes about 2 quarts (2 l), 8 appetizer servings 3 small to medium whole butternut squashes 1 whole kabocha squash Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper 8 leaves fresh sage 4 cinnamon sticks, broken into halves 3/4 pound (375 g) unsalted butter 2 cups (500 ml) packed dark brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 yellow onion, chopped 2 cups (500 ml) heavy cream 1 quart (1 l) good-quality canned low-sodium chicken stock or vegetable stock, plus extra as needed 1/2 cup (125 ml) crème fraîche, for serving 1/4 cup (60 ml) finely chopped fresh chives Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Meanwhile, with a large, sharp chef’s knife, carefully cut each squash lengthwise in half. With a large spoon, scoop out and discard the seeds and fibers from the cavity of each half. Place the squash halves cut side up in a large roasting pan. Season with salt and pepper. In each cavity, place 1 sage leaf, 1 half a cinnamon stick, 1 tablespoon butter, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Sprinkle with the cardamom, ginger, and nutmeg. Pour 2 cups (500 ml) of water in the bottom of the pan. Cover the pan with parchment paper and aluminum foil, sealing the foil around the edges. Place in the oven and roast until the squash is tender enough to pierce easily with a fork, 1 to 11/2 hours, carefully opening the foil away from you to avoid steam when testing. Remove the pan from the oven, carefully uncover, and set aside until the squash is cool enough to handle. Then, scrape the flesh from each squash half into a large mixing bowl, discarding the skins. Place a large pot over medium heat. Add the remaining butter and cook until it has melted and begins to brown, watching carefully that it doesn’t burn. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it turns translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the roasted squash and the 1 quart (1 l) stock to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, for 45 minutes. Puree the soup and the cream until smooth, using an immersion blender in the pot; or with a countertop blender, working in batches to avoid overfilling and following the manufacturer’s instructions to prevent spattering of the hot liquid. Gently reheat the soup in the pot, adjusting the seasonings to taste and adding a little more stock, if needed, to bring it to the desired consistency. Before serving, transfer the crème fraîche to a bowl and stir briskly to make it a little more fluid. Ladle the hot soup into warmed soup bowls, topping each serving with a small dollop of crème fraiche and some chopped chives.
(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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