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By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Residents seeking better care for animals have been vocal in the last several months about the need for new laws and more transparency in animal abuse cases.
In late November, a vigil for three dogs that died after being left abandoned in a Lacey Township residence drew more than 50 people to Lacey’s Gille Park. Those present called for stricter laws pertaining to cases of
animal cruelty and neglect. Another vigil was held on December 6, in front of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office recalling the incident of a trapped raccoon that was clubbed to death by teenagers in December
2018. Those at that vigil wanted to learn more from the Prosecutor’s Office about what punishment was issued to the two youths involved. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley
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By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER - Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari returned to a very familiar role, that of director of the Board of Chosen Freeholders. Vicari previously served 11 times as Director of the Board, most recently in 2017. He was chosen among his peers to serve as director in 2020. He is the longest serving Freeholder in New Jersey, having first been elected in 1981 and previously served as mayor of Dover (now Toms River) Township five times. He is a retired school superintendent.
By Chris Lundy BRICK – Thomas G. Farrell was appointed as Brick Township School District’s newest superintendent at a Board of Education meeting where he was both welcomed and questioned. Prior to the appointment, Brick had 11 superintendents over 11 years. Farrell will be the 12th. He was given a contract through to June 30, 2024 “and I plan on being here a long time,” he told the public, in response to concerns about the high turnover rate for the district’s chief administrator. The previous superintendent, Gerard Dalton, stepped down after one year of his four-year contract. Sean Cranston, the district’s director of Human Resources, filled in as interim superintendent. Farrell said his approach to education is to forge relationships between students, teachers, parents, and the community. “Young people don’t care how much you know until you show them how much you care,” he said. (Brick - See Page 6)
Off-Duty Officer Saves Man’s Life
“It’s a privilege to be selected by my fellow freeholders to lead the board in the New Year,” Vicari said. Gary Quinn, the newest member of the board, having been elected in 2018, will serve as deputy director. Quinn previously served on the Lacey Committee for 15 years and also served as the township’s mayor for several years. He is the director of both the Human Services and Transportation Departments and the liaison to the Ocean County
By Kimberly Bosco HOWELL – One local police officer was expecting to have just a normal day off-duty. Instead, he ended up saving a life. On the morning of Dec. 18, Howell Officer Jonathan Woolley was getting a workout at a fitness center in Brick Township when he saw an 85-year-old man collapse. “Without hesitation, Officer Woolley began a patient assessment and determined the male was not breathing, had no pulse and was turning purple,” said Chief Kudrick. Officer Woolley, assisted by a trainer who was a former police officer, jumped into action and began performing chest compressions and rescue breathing on the man. The pair then shocked the man with an automated external defibrillator and continued treatment until relieved by Brick Police EMS
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Billhimer said that due to existing law and the fact that those responsible were juveniles, his office was not at liberty to provide details on that case. Manahawkin resident Kathleen Ruskin is a volunteer at the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter and is providing a voice for animals. She feels that some of them could find new homes if not for a current law that allows for those accused of animal neglect to retain ownership of their animals. They keep ownership even in cases where they have violated local laws that restrict the number of dogs in a household unless it is a kennel or shelter. One recent example of this scenario involved Luke Peters, 49, and his wife Allison Peters, 42, of Bayville who were charged with 24 counts of animal neglect after a complaint led police to their Berkeley home on October 11. Inside, officers found 24 dogs living in deplorable conditions. The dogs were safely transported to the Southern Ocean County Shelter where they received medical care. Berkeley Township Animal Control responded to the scene where the homeowners voluntarily surrendered their dogs due to the unsafe living conditions. Neighbors were concerned about the possibility of neglect and alerted police which led to the Peters’ arrest. The couple faced a municipal judge on December 11 and the dogs were released to the shelter. The 24 dogs, who range in age and breed from a Pomeranian puppy to an older, larger, St. Bernard, were previously taken care of at the Northern (Jackson) and Southern (Manahawkin) Ocean County Animal Shelters. The Ocean County Animal Facility which oversees the two shelters falls under the authority of the Ocean County Health Department. Jackson Animal Facility Manager Mary Alano said that while she could not speak in regards to any specific pending court case that county fees from a case involving sheltering animals are presented at the time the case is heard in court. Ruskin was glad that the dogs could now be adopted and she wants to bring awareness to what happens to animals after they are seized by Animal Control officers. “The best-case scenario is when the offenders immediately relinquish their rights to the dogs and the shelter begins the process of treating them medically, assessing them behaviorally and preparing them for adoption. The worst-case scenario is when the offenders do not release the dogs to the shelter and the dogs remain in limbo while the case winds its way slowly through the legal system,” Ruskin said. Ruskin said in the Berkeley case it was
costing the county around $340 a day to house and feed the dogs and that figure grew to around $20,000 which is a cost being picked up by Ocean County residents. The Peters may now have to reimburse the county. “As long as the offenders refuse to give up their animals, the shelter is powerless to prepare them for the chance at a loving, caring home. In truth, they are held hostage,” Ruskin said. “We are fortunate in Ocean County to have not one but two county shelters whose staff has stepped up many times to care for seized dogs that are caught in this state of limbo. The shelter staff and volunteers do an outstanding job of caring for these neglected and abused animals; however, no shelter is designed to be any animal’s permanent address. No shelter is a home and no shelter can mirror the individual attention, care and love provided in a home,” Ruskin said. Ruskin noted that “some dogs linger at the shelter for months waiting for their offenders to release them. Most of the time, these dogs are very adoptable and would be adopted in no time if only their offenders would let them go. Young puppies who should be growing and developing in a home that provides them with proper training and socialization are deprived of all that a young puppy needs.” “Large dogs of any age are confined to a kennel that cannot possibly meet their needs for exercise and mental stimulation despite the daily efforts of staff and volunteers. The staff and volunteers are doing the best they can within the shelter environment,” Ruskin added. “Offenders do not seem to recognize the harm they are doing by holding these animals’ hostage. Perhaps they loved the dogs at one time and if they did, they need to love them enough to let them go. They need to release them and give them a chance to be loved by someone else. These dogs are victims and they deserve better,” Ruskin said. There are two bills currently pending before the state legislature that if passed could change the way such situations are handled in the future. NJ A-781 establishes a process for recovering the cost of care of animals involved in animal cruelty violations while NJ A-4840, called Desmond’s Bill, provides for an advocate in criminal cases involving the welfare of a cat or dog. “I believe that we need to raise public awareness of the plight of all dogs that find themselves victims of people who have let them down not once but twice,” Ruskin said. As for the dogs seized during the raid on the Peters’ home, two were recently adopted while the remaining dogs are scheduled for spay/neuter surgeries and will be put up for adoption shortly thereafter. A few already have families waiting for them.
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These relationships also need to be forged so the district can present a united front to Trenton, he said. This is in reference to a change in state funding that is cutting $22 million over a seven-year period. “We have a lot of work to do,” he said. Farrell got a taste of some of the concerns of residents at the meeting, especially as they pored over the details of his hire. A member of the public wanted to know how many people applied for the job (31); how many were interviewed (4); and how many of those were superintendents (3). When he asked why there weren’t more people interviewed, district representatives answered that some of the applicants had been interviewed during the last superintendent search. Since Farrell’s wife is a teacher in the district, a resident wanted to know if that would be a conflict of interest. Ben Montenegro, attorney for the board, said he’d have to recuse himself from any contract negotiation or personnel issue if his
wife had to be disciplined by the district. One parent wanted to know if there was any penalty in his contract for leaving early. Montenegro said the State Department of Education doesn’t provide for that in contracts. His contract would start at $197,500, prorated for the 2019-20 school year. It would increase to $202,931 for the 2021-2022 school year; $206,990 for the 2022-2023 school year and $211,130 for the 2023-2024 school year. His base pay was higher than Dalton’s $190,000, a resident brought up. Montenegro said that the whole contract puts it more on par. In answering other questions from the public, district officials said that Farrell would not have health insurance with the district, since he has them with his wife. His contract also does not include merit bonuses, something that had been introduced back in the Chris Christie administration. Board President Stephanie Wohlrab said that Farrell has a familiarity with Ocean County, being local, and has a background in economics. Both of these are important factors. According to a press release from the district, Farrell has spent the last seven years as the shared superintendent for the Shore Regional High School and West Long Branch districts. Farrell had previously been a business education teacher, assistant athletic director, and coach at Monsignor Donovan High School (now Donovan Catholic) in Toms River. He had been a teacher, coach, assistant principal and principal over eleven years in the Plumsted School District. In other district news, Stephanie Wohlrab was chosen to be the board president for another year, with Melita Gagliardi serving as board vice president.
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TOMS RIVER – Come out to the Ocean County Mall for some summer-like fun at the Winter Beach Blast, Jan. 18 from 1-2:30 p.m., hosted in Center Court. There will be free games, tattoos, information, and crafts! Hosted by Ocean County Parks & Recreation.
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Continued From Page 1 and paramedics. A short time later, the man was responsive and doing well. The hospital staff and the MONOC paramedics later reached out to Chief Kudrick to commend Officer Woolley’s and the trainer’s actions and quick-thinking which saved the man’s life. “This is another example how police of-
ficers are always on duty and always ready to help those in need of assistance. In this incident, two officers worked together and saved a man’s life,” said Chief Kudrick. Officer Woolley is a 15-year veteran of the Howell Police Department. He is currently assigned to the department’s Professional Development Group and also serves as a motor officer and a member of the Monmouth County Emergency Response Team (SWAT).
St. Mary’s 14th Annual Gift Auction BRICK – St. Mary’s 14th Annual Gift Auction, “Mardi Gras!” is set for Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, from 5-10 p.m. at the Brick VFW, located at 373 Adamston Rd. The $25 ticket price includes coffee, tea and dessert bar. Large prizes so far boast a UHD Smart TV, an iPad, Nintendo Switch and entertainment passes. The grand prize
is also sure to please: $3,000 in VISA gift cards! This annual extravaganza raises funds for St. Mary’s outreach ministries that serve those whose needs are under-served by current systems of public and private assistance. Call the church office for tickets at 732-892-9254.
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BlueClaws To Host Annual Job Fair
By Bob Vosseller LAKEWOOD - The BlueClaws Baseball team will be holding their annual Job Fair on January 18, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at FirstEnergy Park. The team will interview for all part-time, seasonal positions that run from April through the team’s last home game. “Our operation relies heavily on our gameday staff, and we have been fortunate to have such outstanding gameday employees over the years,” said Kevin Fenstermacher, BlueClaws Vice President of Events and Operations. Fenstermacher added, “we look forward to another great turnout at our Job Fair as we find even more future BlueClaws Gameday Staff stars!” Applications are available to download in advance by clicking here. The applications can be dropped off at or mailed back to the
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By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department wants to help residents understand facts vs. myths when it comes to the seasonal flu and flu vaccines. “People should do their homework when it comes to their families’ health and safety. And when it comes to the flu it’s understandable that individuals have so many questions when it comes to the facts,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. “Trust the health experts. They can decipher the facts from myths and help understand what the best course is for you.” Every year, OCHD officials are asked these three common questions: • Can a flu vaccine give you the flu? • Does the flu vaccine cover all strains of flu? • Do I need a flu shot every year? To the first question, health experts say no; the flu vaccine cannot cause flu illness. Flu vaccines administered with a needle are currently made in two ways: with the ‘inactivated’ (killed) virus, which is not infectious, or with only a single gene from a flu virus (as opposed to the full virus) in order to produce an immune response without causing infection. According to OCHD officials, some people report feeling sick after getting their flu vaccine, despite these facts. This can be due to: • Some people can become ill from other respiratory viruses besides flu such as rhinoviruses, which are associated with the common cold, cause symptoms similar to flu, and also
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BMAC Offers Sports Saturday Programs
BRICK – The Brick Municipal Anti-Drug Coalition (BMAC) is proud to once again offer the Sport Saturday program for township boys and girls ages 9 through 12. The program offers young athletes 90 minute training sessions designed to help them achieve their personal best physically, mentally and emotionally in both sports and life. Sport Saturday sessions are available every Saturday from January 4 through April 11 at the Brick Civic Plaza. Sessions are at either 8:30am or 10:30am. The program is free for participants. Parents can register their children for one or more sessions. There is a limit of 30 children at each session. Each Sport Saturday training session is 90 minutes. Sport Saturday provides enhancement of general fitness levels, sports specific training, and the importance of leadership qualities, problem solving and character development designed to help youth increase self-esteem, awareness and resiliency as substance use prevention strategies. “We reinstated BMAC so that we could provide the young people of Brick Township with programs like Sport Saturday,” said Mayor John G. Ducey. “This program will not only help young people improve their athletic abilities, it will give them tools to help them
become better people.” Trainers are provided by Mentor Academy of New Jersey and are certified physical education teachers as well as youth sports trainers. Council President Andrea Zapcic says programs like this are important in the fight against opioid addiction. “The drive towards more professionalism in youth sports has caused an increase in over-use related orthopedic injuries in children ages 12 and up. Evidence suggests that a youth’s first exposure to a prescription opiate is often for treatment of injury or post-operative pain,” said Councilwoman Zapcic. Council President Zapcic adds that studies show youth exposed to opiates (prescribed) before high school graduation have a 33% increased risk of using opiates recreationally in the years after graduation, including those with a previous unfavorable attitude toward drug use. Sport Saturday is funded through the BMAC grant provided by the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (GCADA). Register for Sport Saturday in the Recreation Office, 270 Chambers Bridge Road, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. or online at brickrec.twp.brick.nj.us. Call 732-262-1073 for more information.
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BRICK – Get ready for a magical evening with your special girl (or girls). The Daddy Daughter Dance is a very special evening of music, dancing and activities. Dance the night away as you create cherished memories that
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By Jason Allentoff WILDWOOD – President Donald J. Tr ump will hold one of his popular campaign rallies in South Jersey later this month, according to his re-election campaign. A website has been launched where you can obtain free tickets to the event scheduled for Tuesday, January 28 at the Wildwoods Convention Center. U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-2nd, will travel with him on Air Force One for the event. It was in late December that Van Drew, a longtime Democrat, announced he was switching parties and joining the GOP. Van Drew was one of only two Democrats to vote against President Trump’s impeachment in the House of Representatives. He opted to switch parties the
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Jersey Shore Episodes Of Ramsay’s Show To Air Soon
By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Tune in next week to see some of our very own Jersey Shore spots highlighted on Gordon Ramsay’s hit TV show! This past fall, Ramsay hit the Jersey Shore to film scenes for his popular restaurant makeover show, “24 Hours To Hell And Back,” choosing two shore area restaurants in need of a change. Now, air dates have been officially announced! On January 14, 2020 the episode for Blend
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Lettuce Alternatives By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
At this point, you should probably just throw out all your lettuce. It doesn’t matter if it came from Salinas, California because other states may be involved now. There have been over 100 reported cases across 23 states at the time of this writing. There is an official recall. I’m not being an alarmist, Just the other day, we were told to trash those convenient bagged salad ‘kits’ because there are various types of lettuce in there, and some bags might have the contaminated E. coli leaves in it. The warning to consumers was about the brand called, Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits.” Just days after that urgent concern, the FDA has announced it is looking into several other E. coli outbreaks linked to lettuce grown from other states. There are multiple strains of pathogens and once infected, symptoms can show up between 1 day and a week later! One quick thing, if you are supported on warfarin or other anticoagulants, please be aware that all salad greens are high in Vitamin K (some more than others), so do not change your diet without your doctor’s approval and supervision. Here are some lettuce alternatives for those of you who wish to avoid Romaine and other lettuces: Rainbow or Swiss chard. These have broad green leaves attached to a bright crimson red stalk. The red in the leaves and stalk is due to the natural dye “betalain” which is used for liver health. If you’ve ever cooked chard, you know this shrinks to nothing! You can fill a
giant 16 quart pot with these, and by the time you’ve steamed it over five minutes, you’ll end up with a spoonful! I once bought 6 of these at once, and when I checked out at the supermarket, the cashier sarcastically asked me if I was going to eat all that myself. Without batting an eye, I quipped, “No I have a horse to feed!” Spinach. Like all leafy greens, spinach is high in fiber and promotes regularity. It contains oxalates, and it is very rich in potassium which regulates blood pressure. Radicchio. Radicchio is a small, round reddish-purple sphere and pairs well with greens in a salad. It’s way tastier than red cabbage. Add radicchio to your salad because it is high in Vitamin C, Vitamin K and other micronutrients. Mustard Greens. Taste this green before chopping it into your salad, because most people have to acquire the taste! I must be weird, I don’t mind eating it raw. If you lightly steam or Blanche it, you will reduce the bitterness. This popular plant gives us mustard seeds, which can be turned into one of our favorite condiments! Watercress. Very versatile and contains over 50 vitamins and minerals. Scientific data shows this can help prevent DNA cellular damage and in that regard, perhaps slow the development of cancer. Sometimes people worry about the goitrogenic effect on iodine absorption, and subsequent production of thyroid hormone, but I think a little watercress is just fine.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Best Quotes Of 2019
By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Throughout the year, our reporters talk to a lot of people. And we listen. Some statements need to be highlighted because they have a lot of truth to them. Here are some quotes that bear repeating: When long-time administrator Dennis Filippone was retiring, he recalled something one of his mentors said to him. Legendary coach Warren H. Wolf, who would later pass away, had told him “Always look for the best in people, because the worst in them will find you.” “Filippone Retires After 4 Decades In Brick” by Judy Smestad-Nunn (Jan. 12) Freeholder Jack Kelly described his new responsibilities during the re-organization meeting in the beginning of the year after the passing of Freeholder John Bartlett. “In losing John Bartlett, we all had to take new assignments. The new assignment I got was as chairman of budget and management, which I thought was pretty good. I like that. But you know what I’ve come to find out? I made a whole lot of new friends,” Kelly quipped. “Every department head now calls me Mr. Kelly. They didn’t even know who the hell I was just six months ago, now all know who I am, which is nice to see.” “Freeholders Reconvene For 2019, Remember Freeholder Bartlett” by Jennifer Peacock (Jan. 12) Preventing cyberbullying was an issue that parents had to take a lesson on. Detective David Brubaker of the High Tech Crimes Unit Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office presented an Internet Safety Forum at Brick Memorial High School. “Your kids are pack animals, and they always find the weak link, or the outsider.” “Parents Are The Front Line Of Internet Safety” by Judy Smestad-Nunn (Feb. 2) “The problems of homelessness are much
larger than just not having a home,” Toms River business administrator Don Guardian said in reference to services being offered to homeless people at the Code Blue temporary shelters. “Temporary Shelter To Save Homeless From Freezing Weather” by Chris Lundy (Jan. 12) “A business doesn’t last because of the product but because of the service,” Frank Gustafson said about the closing of his store, Jackson Hobby Shop, which lasted for 50 years. “Hobby Shop Closes After Half A Century” by Bob Vosseller (Jan. 26) Several key quotes came from issues of inequality. “We also celebrate the 90th birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr…we need to bear witness to his dreams and his hopes for this country, because they seem to have gotten lost somewhere along the way,” said Joan Marie Slater, former advisor for Manchester Schools. “When we got to the airport, we heard a rumor that there was a bomb on the airplane, so we got concerned and we all wrote out our wills,” Reisa Sweet said, remembering taking a f light to Selma, Alabama to take part in a march with Dr. Martin Luthor King Jr. “Gospel Choir Sings Praise for 50 Years and Dr. King” By Kimberly Bosco (Jan. 26) “It is a very good website…for 1980s Russia,” Rina Yakubovsky joked, comparing some of the comments on a Facebook page to things she’s heard growing up in Russia. Her family moved here to get away from anti-Semitism. Moving to Jackson, she was mostly protected from that until recently. “Things were going pretty great for 30 years, then it was like déjà vu but not the good kind.” “Is everything perfect in their community? No. Is everything perfect in ours? (Quote - See Page 18)
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Continued From Page 17 No,” Toms River resident Judy Fuentes said about the differences between the Orthodox Jewish community and other communities. “Toms River Condemns Hate Websites” by Chris Lundy (March 9) Times are changing, and words that describe how the world around us is changing tend to hit home. “My mother always said she moved from the country to the city without leaving her house,” retiring zoning officer Sean Kinnevy said, describing how Brick changed over the decades. “Towns weren’t thinking about crime, traffic, overcrowding and pollution. There was nothing here. No wa-
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Department of Solid Waste and the Ocean County Mosquito Commission. The new director and deputy director were sworn during the board’s annual re-organization meeting. Vicari serves as Chairman of the Office of Senior Services and the Department of Consumer Affairs. He is also liaison to the Ocean County Vocational-Technical Schools and the Department of Tourism and Business Development. Among his priorities for 2020 include continuation of affordable government, Vicari said. “Ocean County has the fourth-lowest county tax rate in the state. I can promise our residents that there will be no surprises when the county budget is introduced later this year.” Stressing education as another priority, Vicari said the opening of the new vocational school Performing Arts Academy at Ocean County College will be a highlight of 2020. “The new state-of-the-art facility will allow students to complete a two-year college degree while still in high school.”
ter or sewer lines. There were dirt roads, and Brick had no police department or high school. We had general stores with post office boxes, diners and gas stations. We had all the problems of a city but none of the advantages.” Retiring Zoning Officer Looks Back On Brick’s Growth” by Judy Smestad-Nunn (Feb. 9) “At any time, our buildings have at least one gun in it. Sometimes two. Sometimes three. It sounds harsh but it’s a reality,” Toms River Superintendent David Healy said about increases in school security. “Parents want to know ‘If someone comes in to hurt our kids, will there be someone there who can stop them with lethal force?’”
Some quotes sum up just how bad something is, spurring people to help. “I went to check on my house damage from the fire and I saw Jackie (the renter) in the burnt out house after the fireman put the fire out,” said Keith Kirsch, who started a GoFundMe for a neighbor whose house was destroyed by fi re (gofundme. com/jacqueline-niederle). “She was sifting through the burnt rubble to find any personal belongings with a plastic beach shovel.” “Fundraiser To Help Holgate Fire Victim Back On Her Feet” by Kimberly Bosco (Feb. 16)
Another issue that will carry through to 2020 includes “fighting for senior citizens and opposing both federal and state cuts to senior programs,” Vicari said. “Washington D.C. and Trenton cannot balance their budgets on the backs of our seniors. It has to stop.” Vicari said he also looks forward to working closely with Quinn. “I look forward to serving with Freeholder Director Vicari and the other members of the board in maintaining our AAA bond rating,” Quinn said. A good bond rating, like AAA, allows the county to borrow money at a lower rate. “Affordability and outstanding services have long been priorities of this Board of Freeholders and will continue to be in 2020.” Before Vicari and Quinn flipped their nameplates to show their new titles, Congressman Chris Smith administered the oath of office to Freeholder Virginia E. “Ginny” Haines who was sworn in for her second three-year term. She had served as the board’s director in 2019. She was appointed to the Board on January 27, 2016 to fill the seat left vacant by Freeholder James F. Lacey.
Haines, who serves as chairwoman to the department of Parks and Recreation and the Ocean County Natural Lands Trust Fund Advisory Committee, noted “there are 600,000 people who live in Ocean County. As we get to the business of county government I am sure 2020 will have its share of challenges what year doesn’t but I know each year brings new opportunities.” In a moment of levity, Freeholder Kelly thanked 3rd District Democrat Congressman Andy Kim for attending the meeting among the many Ocean County dignitaries present, saying, “listen to Van Drew” in reference to Rep. Jefferson H. Van Drew who was the Democratic nominee in New Jersey’s 2nd congressional district in the 2018 election and who on December 19, 2019, announced that he had joined the Republican Party. “I started elected office in 1979. I wasn’t even married yet. However, Congressman Chris Smith was a congressman in 1979 and he is now the senior member of congress in the state of New Jersey. I am serving my tenth term on the Board of Chosen Freeholders,” Kelly said. Kelly who serves as liaison to the Ocean
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Sometimes government gets in the way of doing business. Seyithan Tektas from Yesterdays and Todays Consignment complained about the state’s delay in fixing his road. “The town blames the state, the state blames the contractors but the contractors get paid no matter what.” “An ‘Early Spring’ Completion For Routes 166 and 37 Intersection?” By Chris Lundy (March 23) And finally, a quote that we can all relate to: “I don’t make a pig out of myself, but I do like my ice cream,” Marie T. Savignano said with a smile, describing her habits that helped her get to the age of 101. Toms River Woman Teaches “Intro To A Long Life 101” By Patricia A. Miller (Feb. 9)
County Department of Finance said, “I assure you this year’s budget taxes will not go up and I believe they will again go down.” Freeholder Gerry P. Little was among those who gave praise to former Freeholder and Ocean County Republican Party leader Joseph Buckelew and noted that Ocean County has the largest parks system, road system and library system in the state. “We also have the largest public health agency in the state.” Quinn and Haines both commended Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy who was sworn in for a new term of office in a separate swearing in ceremony earlier in the day. Kim told the members of the board, “I have faith in the people of Ocean County and the five of you.” “It is a pleasure to work with you. You have great senses of humor you get the job done and you are great lawmakers for the county,” Smith said of the Freeholder board. Buckelew said “if the rest of New Jersey modeled Ocean County it would be a better state. I am proud of you all.”
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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) 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) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying Cash for Rock, Blues, Jazz, Reggae, Metal, Punk, Elvis. Very Good Condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104 (3) 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) Buying World War I and II Helmets, hats, swords, daggers, medals, flags, Marine uniforms, women's uniforms, etc. All Countries. Call 609-581-8290. (2) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (52) CASH FOR VINYL REORDS - LP records, stereos, turntables, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (49)
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Personals Italian - American Gentleman seeks woman 65-75 yrs with same interest. I am loving, caring, and easy going. Loves music and dancing. Give me a call 732-207-5338. (3) Shirley (?) - Sitting in seat E6, Marquee Movie Theatre watching Richard Jewell, next to me. Call 732-551-4869. (4)
Auto For Sale 2011 Scion TC 3D Hatch - Exclnt cond. Silver. 70,500 miles. Needs nothing. Howell. $6,000. jmende@optonline. net or 732-259-0761. (4)
Help Wanted Account Executives - For community publication based in Southampton, NJ. Inside and outside positions available. F/T, weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Work close to home. Call Doug at 609-801-2392. (7)
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 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) 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 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. (10) All American Home Health Associates - Expert, compassionate, trustworthy, hardworking care giver. Proficient in all phases of Home Health Care. Skip the rest, come to the best. Guaranteed, you will be impressed Available hourly or live in. Overnights in hospital or care facility. Your loved ones health and quality of life is my specialty. Your stress levels will be lowered comsiderably with your loved one in experienced, expert hands. Call 732-664-3605. (2) Nice Polish Lady - Can take care of elderly. Available days, has car for shopping, doctor visits. 15 years experience. Call Krystyna 973-568-0714. (7) Paint Your Rooms - Fast Clean Neat, Starting At $50. Per Room. Wallpaper Removal, Exteriors, Power Washing Call 732-864-6396 Leave Voicemail. (4)
Services 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. (7) 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. (10) Music Lessons In Your Home By state certified teacher. Available on Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone or Drums. School students and adults welcome! Call 732-350-4427. (10) Handyman - All masonry work, repairs, sidewalks, paving, stone, decorative stone. Call Andrew 848299-7412. Free estimates. (2) Need A Ride - Senior discounts. Airports: NEW, PHIL, AC, Trenton. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (4) A Great Cleaning Service - Home, office, rental turn overs. Thorough, reliable, experienced. Free estimates. Senior discounts. Please call 732-948-4730 Barbara. (4) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) 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. (48) PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) 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) Cheap Painting Done Rite Free estimates. Fully insured. 38 years experience. 732-5067787 cell 646-643-7678. (37)
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WHAT COLOR IS YOUR SWEAT?
There are two glands in the body that produce sweat. The eccrine gland creates an odorless fluid that helps the body regulate heat. The fluid produced by the apocrine glands is thicker and causes body odor when broken down by bacteria on the skin. Both liquids are colorless, but when sweat glands produce too much lipofuscin (pigment), sweat can be yellow, blue green, brown, or black. This rare condition is called “chromhidrosis.” Colored sweat can also be caused by “pseudochromhidrosis,” which occurs when sweat comes into contact with dyes, chemicals, or pigment producing (chromogenic) bacteria. Because other conditions like infections, liver problems, or poisoning can also cause oddlyhued sweat, a doctor should be consulted when it occurs. You should see a dermatologist once a year for your annual exam. This is important for maintaining the health of your skin, and also ensuring you don’t have any life-threatening skin conditions like skin cancer. Let us do what we do best—diagnose and treat your particular skin problems with knowledge, compassion, and up-to-date techniques and equipment. We’ve been specially trained to look below the skin’s surface when searching for answers to our patients’ concerns. P.S. Colored sweat caused by chromhidrosis is usually confined to the genital, areolar, and facial skin.
By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – It’s been about two months since Election Day 2019 and the essence of those election campaigns is still lingering throughout the county…literally. Maybe you’re on your morning commute to work, driving through your local neighborhood, or heading out to do some shopping when you see it: an election campaign sign still hanging on. You’re not the only one. Micromedia Publications even has one near our Lakehurst office, calling for voters to choose McGuckin & Catalano for New Jersey’s 10th legislative district. Which they did…on November 5. So why are these signs still standing so many weeks after elections? Who is responsible for them? According to Kevin Enright of the Ocean County Board of Elections, the candidates or assigned groups who placed the signs are also responsible for their removal. In Micromedia’s case, considering that NJ’s 10th district is comprised of Bay Head, Brick, Island Heights, Lakehurst, Lavallette, Manchester, Mantoloking, Pt. Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights and Toms River in Ocean County, it might be safe to assume that McGuckin has had some help placing those signs. Tom Bonfonti, Executive Director for the Ocean County GOP, told Jersey Shore Online that the majority of election campaign signs you see are put up with help from the
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community. “The process of putting up lawn signs is a rather simple one. The significant majority of the lawn signs are put up with the assistance of folks in the local community. Those signs are all also taken down after Election Day by those same people,” Bonfonti explained. Essentially, if you put a sign up, you take it down. That is also a good way of keeping a record of where signs are located, through the accountability of the public. However, not everyone or every group follows through with that, as evidenced by leftover signs. Bonfonti added that, “Outside of that process, volunteers and supporters will often ask for signs. When a volunteer takes a sign they will most likely be placing it on their own lawn. Sometimes, those volunteers put them up in public and do not inform us.” This is likely the case with the signs still lingering, he said. And that goes for any campaigns that were part of this recent election. “We advise everyone to take down their signs after Election Day. We also ask the folks who help us put them out originally to take down signs of ours (even if they did not place them originally) if they see them when they are out and in the community,” said Bonfonti. Moral of the story: if you see a lingering sign, grab it and recycle it.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jan 11 - jan 17
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): An abundance of physical energy and high spirits makes your popularity rise to new heights. Your efforts will be rewarded in the week ahead with admiration as well as a bigger bank balance or unexpected bonus. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may be called upon to volunteer time to a worthy cause or participate in a public event. In the week ahead, you can expand your network of friends by joining groups that gather for a worthwhile purpose. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Focus on being friendly and outgoing in the week ahead. Loved ones and friends have been tolerant of your occasional rants and raves in the past but may need you to become more open-minded and obliging. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Getting out and about is the best prescription for cabin fever. A trip to the newest market or even some online shopping may satisfy your wanderlust this week. A partner will appreciate any steps you take to save money. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can smile even when you are filled with grit and determination. In the week ahead you may become fixated on solving problems and fixing failures. You can easily switch gears to enjoy carefree time with loved ones. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Thinking outside the box may be your specialty as this week begins. Putting your creative genius to practical use, however, may require a great deal more effort than anticipated. Ask for help and you’ll likely receive it. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Hang out with people who promote positivity. In the week
to come, you may meet people who inspire you to adjust your outlook on life in uplifting ways. You may feel more attractive or receive unexpected admiration. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Respect the rights of others who wish to act independently, and they will respect your rights in return. You’ll find plenty of opportunities to exchange affectionate sweet nothings with a romantic partner in the week ahead. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your enthusiasm, productivity and dedication to living up to your commitments could be more noticeable in the upcoming week. Keep a pen handy to jot down notes, as some of your ideas could be revolutionary. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Brotherly love could bubble up from your heart and overpower a tendency to be businesslike. Speaking your mind on certain issues can win you friends if you exercise diplomacy, discretion and tact as this week unfolds. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Make a decision before your plans are hijacked by someone else. In the coming week you can be more resolute and aggressive when faced with choices. Act in your own best interest without taking advantage of others. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your ability to make money may improve during the week ahead if you tap into energetic impulses. Distribute free samples of your products or show generosity toward others to win favorable attention and spread goodwill.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Fortify Yourself During Winter With This Easy Garlic Soup Recipe By Wolfgang Puck We all know that there are four astronomical seasons in the year: spring, summer, autumn and winter. But, in our daily lives, we divide up the year into so many more seasons: the holidays just past, New Year’s resolutions have just begun; it’s back-to-school season, tax season, vacation season, and on and on. And many of those specialized seasons overlap each other. Right now, we’re in a real seasonal pileup, as resolutions and cold and flu season come right on top of winter. With that in mind, I’d like to share a simple recipe to help you deal with all the many demands this time of year may bring: my Cream of Garlic Soup. First, consider your resolutions. You may have sworn that you’ll save some money this year by enjoying more home-cooked meals. This recipe will help you achieve that goal by producing delicious food from inexpensive ingredients - primarily garlic cloves and potatoes - in only about half an hour. The soup may also help you reach a weight-loss goal, because it’s a dish that satisfies the appetite by being sipped slowly, spoonful by spoonful. (And you can cut the fat and calories from the relatively small amount of cream, just 3 tablespoons per serving, by substituting buttermilk.) Cold and flu season brings its own stuffy, sniffling challenges. But garlic, an abundant ingredient in this recipe, has a long anecdotal history as a popular folk remedy for such illnesses. While medical researchers are still divided on whether or not garlic actually works to fight viruses and relieve congestion, some studies have found evidence that those who eat it regularly get ill less often and suffer less severe symptoms. And while I know the old joke about how someone who eats a lot of garlic can’t get close enough to other people to pass along germs, the garlic in this soup actually turns mild and sweet tasting thanks to blanching in boiling water as the first step in the recipe. Finally, there’s winter itself. To me, few foods chase away the chill of this season more effectively than a hot bowl of soup to start a meal. To help you get the most flavorful results, I’m also happy to share my simple recipe for super-quick rich chicken stock, which takes minutes to prepare and will help make store-bought stock or broth taste surprisingly close to homemade. Start with a good-quality product that’s lower in sodium. Simmer the stock while you’re prepping other ingredients for whatever recipe in which you’ll use it. In addition to the enhancements I list, you can also include leftover chicken bones, other vegetable trimmings or other mild fresh herbs. Here’s to a happy, thrifty, healthy, warming and flavorful bowlful! CREAM OF GARLIC SOUP Serves 6 For the soup: 2 cups (500 ml) peeled garlic cloves 1 large baking potato, about 3/4 pound (375 g),
peeled and cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) cubes 2 cups (500 mL) super-quick rich chicken stock (recipe follows) or good-quality canned chicken or vegetable stock or broth Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper 3/4 cup (185 mL) heavy cream Chopped chives (optional garnish) For the basil oil: 1/4 cup (60 mL) packed fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup (60 mL) packed fresh Italian parsley leaves 1 cup (250 mL) extra-virgin olive oil First, blanch the garlic: Put the garlic cloves in a medium saucepan and add cold water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain well. Return the garlic cloves to the pan, add the potatoes and stock, and season lightly with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender enough to piece easily with a fork or sharp knife tip, about 20 minutes. Pour in the cream. Over medium heat, bring back to a gentle boil. Meanwhile, prepare the basil oil: Put the basil, parsley, and oil in a blender and blend until smoothly pureed. Pour through a fine-meshed strainer into a glass bowl; set aside. Rinse out the blender thoroughly. Working in batches if necessary to avoid overfilling, transfer the soup to the blender and blend until smoothly pureed, carefully following the manufacturer’s instruction to avoid spattering. Transfer the soup to a clean saucepan and gentle rewarm over low heat, adjusting the seasonings to taste. To serve, ladle the soup into heated bowls. Drizzle with a small spoonful of basil oil, refrigerating the remainder in an airtight container. You can also garnish with chopped chives, if you wish. SUPER-QUICK RICH CHICKEN STOCK Makes about 3 quarts (3 L) 3 quarts (3 L) low-sodium store-bought chicken stock or broth 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and cut into chunks 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into chunks 1 medium celery stalk, trimmed and cut into chunks 1 sprig fresh thyme 1/2 bay leaf 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 1 medium leek, trimmed, halved lengthwise, thoroughly rinsed, and cut into chunks In a small stockpot or large saucepan, combine all the ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, skimming frequently. Reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 30 minutes. Strain before use.
(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) © 2020 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.
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