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─Photo courtesy Nick Johnson Nick Johnson gathers with friends, family and special guests during a New York Giants game. By Bob Vosseller JACKSON -To call Nick Johnson a fan of the New York Giants would be a vast understatement; the township resident has transformed a good portion of his home into a shrine to the football team. While the Giants didn’t make it to this year’s Super Bowl, Johnson is still looking forward to

the big game coming up. As to what made him the superfan he is, Johnson said, “there are a few people that have factored into me being a Giants superfan. One being my father who had introduced me to the greatness of Giants football. He had been waiting years to get season tickets for the new Giants stadium that opened up in 2010.”

“When finally getting the news that he had gotten the opportunity to get season tickets he had asked me to go with him to the first home game in the stadium. At the time I had no idea who the Giants were. After going to my first game and seeing everything first hand it was like a drug I just couldn’t get enough of,” Johnson said.

“Secondly my grandmother, she always loved to see me be passionate about something and as a kid it’s hard to find something to really stick to. Once she saw how excited I would get and how happy I was when I would talk about the Giants, all we would do when we were home was watch football,” Johnson

his Chatham-based attorney - several weeks to file arguments on why an appeal should be granted. He will ser ve his sentence at Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institution. Gilmore will also have to serve three years of probation once his sentence runs out. Thompson

also ordered that the one-time party head will have to receive mental health treatment. His attorney had declared this was part of a hoarding disorder. An expert on this was broug ht for ward to testify, but the federal government did not want to hear this

By Bob Vosseller WILDWOOD – Scores of people, most of whom knew they would not be able to enter the Wildwood Convention Center, were there for President Donald J. Trump’s Make America Great Again Campaign rally. Some media sources estimated a crowd of around 175,000 came out to see Trump. The convention center’s website says it can hold as many as 10,000 in all of its rooms. Among those in the crowd who got to hear his hour-long speech included former Republican Governor Chris Christie and Second District Congressman Jeff Van Drew whose district includes Wildwood. Trump came out to support Van Drew who opposed the president’s impeachment and who switched his party affiliation from Democrat to Republican shortly afterward. (Trump - See Page 7)

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testimony in the case. Gilmore was to have a psychiatric evaluation. The results of that evaluation, or if it even took place, was unknown as of press time. Thompson did not fi ne Gilmore for any of his offenses, but said he would end up (Sentence - See Page 8)

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(Fan - See Page 21)

GOP Leader Sentenced To Jail, Appeal Likely a p olog i z e d for h i s f inancial misdeeds. Some of his family and friends sobbed during and af ter the cou r t proceedings. Gilmore was not jailed on the morning of his sentencing hearing on Jan. 22. U.S. District Court Judge Anne E. Thompson gave him and Kevin H. Marino -

Trump Pumps Up Crowd At Wildwood Rally

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – A church dating back to well over a century ago is looking to expand, and representatives of the church wanted to make sure that their plans are fi ne with the town’s. Mike Pushko, representing Cornerstone Presbyterian Church of Jackson, 569 Harmony Rd. questioned the governing body in reference to the property it leases from the township. Parishioners there have been renovating the historic church. “We lease the property from the township and we are now ready to build a fellowship hall on the property. The lease we have expires in 2029 and we want to make sure that we are on the property long enough to reap the benefit,” Pushko said. The church has two 10-year option periods and they were hoping to extend those option periods now and if possible to get two more 10-year option periods added on to it. Council President Barry Calogero directed Pushko to speak with Township Business

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Continued From Page 1 “Now you have a president that will stand up for you and New Jersey,” the president said during his speech. Many of his familiar catch phrases and topics emerged during the speech which was punctuated at times when he took a pause, by chants of “four more years” from the audience. Finances was a big topic covered in his speech. “You’ve been losing your ass with 401Ks; now you are making a fortune. I have people coming up to me all the time, I had one man say to me thank you sir for making me look so smart. My wife never had any respect for me and now she thinks I’m a great investor.” Trump told his supporters that “if you want your children to enjoy the blessings that generations have fought and died for to secure then we must devote everything we have to victory in 2020.” Taking a swipe at former President Barack Obama, Trump said that medical research concerning the AIDS epidemic was progressing and that AIDS could be cured in the next decade. “We already started the process and it could have been started sooner but the last administration chose not to do it but I chose to do it.” “With your help we will lift millions of our citizens from welfare to work, from dependence to independence, and poverty to prosperity with that beautiful phrase ‘made in the USA.’ For decades we had politicians who that phrase didn’t mean anything to them,” Trump said. He went on to say, “together we will elect a Republican congress to create a safe, sane and lawful system of immigration. We will defend privacy, free speech, religious liberty and the right to keep and bear arms.” The crowd interrupted the president with cheers of “USA, USA” during that remark. “Our Second Amendment is under siege. In Virginia they want to take your guns away and that’s just the beginning. Never going to happen as long as I’m president of the United States,” Trump said. “Above all we will never stop fighting for the sacred values that bind us together as one America. We support, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States. We stand by the incredible heroes of law enforcement,” Trump said. Trump said “we believe in the dignity of work and the sanctity of life we believe that faith and family not government bureaucracy are the true American ways.” “We believe that our children should be taught to love our country, honor our history and to always respect our great American flag. We shall always live by our national motto, ‘in God we trust,’” Trump added. The crowd then filled in his pause with shouts of “four more years, four more years.” Trump praised the state, name-dropping communities from as north as Morristown to the west in Vineland as south as Camden all the way down to the Jersey

The Jackson Times, Februrary 1, 2020, Page 7 shore in Ocean City and Sea Isle, “and right here in Wildwood, New Jersey.” “This has always been the home of the proud, loyal and very incredible friends. I know them well. They are tough, they are smart, they are great people - they are called Jersey,” Trump said. He recalled some Garden State history noting it as a state that pioneered the boardwalk, diners and the motion picture and noted personalities such as inventor Thomas Edison and singer Frank Sinatra who he described as “a piece of work.” “This is the state where farmers and factory workers helped build this country… and it will never be greater than what’s coming,” the president said. “Proud citizens like you helped build this country and together we are taking back our country. We are returning power to you, the American people.” For those who could get tickets, it was a once-in-a-lifetime event. “We were seated three rows from the stage. It was awesome to be that close. It was an incredible and amazing experience for my son and I,” Rafael Adorno told Jersey Shore Online. The campaign stop was held on the day that Trump’s legal defense team finished the first phase of their arguments in the ongoing Senate impeachment trial in Washington D.C. Several news outlets live streamed the president’s speech and social media was filled with comments regarding his remarks. Some of these comments follow, but this newspaper is just publishing the writer’s initials rather than their full name. BJS said on Jersey Shore Online’s Facebook page that she felt Trump “is doing a really good job even with all the resistance from the Democrats.” She wanted to go to the rally but was unable to as she is disabled. GW responded asking her how she felt about his wanting to “take SS benefits away from some disabled folks?” PG wasn’t as complimentary as Sommers. “Oh good, he can stick New Jersey with unpaid campaign bills too.” “Hope the town of Wildwood knows they should get paid in advance. He doesn’t pay his tabs,” VFN said. “The circus is in town! Get your tickets,” LL said. In other social media, “He went there to lie? He could have said that from the White House like he usually does,” DG said. “Thank you for finally thinking of our vets,” DM said. “You mean the ones that have a headache but really have traumatic brain injury?” LIT responded. JL posted two words in all capital letters. “Bone spurs.” TMH said she had her tickets. “North Korea meet North Wildwood,” was KC’s remark. Trump’s speech concluded with his saying, “We will make America great again. Thank you, New Jersey.”

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) launched a new online resource for residents of Burlington and Ocean Counties to fi nd organizations to help with everything from affordable housing to disability services. “I’ve heard from countless neighbors at our town halls, and my oﬃce has gotten a number of questions, about where to find community resources for those in need,” said Congressman Kim. “We have a lot of great organizations helping people throughout Burlington and Ocean Counties, and we built this website to serve as a way for people to better connect with those who

can help.” The community resource map, which can be found on the Congressman’s website by visiting kim.house.gov/constituent-resource-map, shows where people looking for help with key issues can find local resources. In addition to the resource map, residents can seek help from the Congressman’s oﬃce on issues involving federal agencies by visiting kim.house.gov/ services/help-federal-agency. “This map is a work in progress,” said Congressman Kim. “We’re going to keep adding to it as we hear from people and organizations in our community, and will

work to make sure we can give our neighbors the resources they need to address the important issues they face.” Putting the needs of New Jersey fi rst, Congressman Kim held fifteen town halls in 2019 throughout Burlington and Ocean Counties. In addition to his town halls, the Congressman held multiple events focused on bringing a new VA health care facility to Ocean County, brought key stakeholders together to provide updates on the Oyster Creek decommissioning efforts, and held roundtable events on issues impacting the Joint Base. Congressman Kim also held an anti-Semitism forum in Ocean County

to highlight the growing threat against the Jewish community and held multiple events to hear from New Jerseyans on education issues and the high cost of prescription drugs. As a member of the House Committee on Small Business, Congressman Kim launched a local Small Business Advisory Council and held a field hearing of the committee in Burlington County. Last month, Congressman Kim announced his oﬃce had helped Burlington and Ocean County residents with more than 1,500 issues with federal agencies such as Medicare, Social Security or the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Speaking Up For Seniors After Doctor Says 75 Is A “Prett y Good Age” To Die

From the desk of Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. It’s hard to turn on the television, pick up a newspaper or browse the internet without reading or hearing a ludicrous statement expounded by a so-called “expert.” Yet even by contemporary standards, it would be hard to find a more outrageous or meritless comment than one made by a former Obama White House health advisor. Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel made headlines recently when he declared that age 75 is a “pretty good age” to die. You read that right. A doctor, a medical professional sworn to preserve life has decided that come your 75th birthday you should wake up and realize, well, it’s time. That’s all she wrote.

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Continued From Page 1 paying “about a million a year” in contract penalties. The Toms River resident had been previously indicted by a federal grand jury regarding his work as an attorney with his fi rm Gilmore & Monahan. This fi rm has since closed and his partner and employees were not charged. Gilmore’s law firm did work for a number of towns, which dissolved their contracts with him. He also had to step down from being chairman of the county Republicans. Frank Holman took his place in a vote held May 15. A press release from the U.S. Attorney’s oﬃce detailed the charges. As a partner and shareholder at Gilmore & Monahan,

The statement would be comical if not for the harm such thinking can do to our senior citizens. To group all older adults into a single category and say that at 75, life is no longer worth living is not even worthy of debate. Emanuel goes on to say that by 75 it’s difficult to walk, fingers don’t work and all a man or woman can do is “sit around the den reading” or do “crossword puzzles.” Well Dr. Emanuel, I can personally introduce to you thousands of seniors, many well over 75 who do a heck of a lot more every day than crossword puzzles. Ocean County is home to more than 173,000 seniors, many of whom are active in their communities. They are part of the social and economic engine that fuels our

county. Look across our country and our globe and see what seniors are accomplishing. Our president and some of his leading Democratic opponents are in their seventies. Paul McCartney came to America with the Beatles for the first time in 1964. Today, he still performs three-hour-long live concerts. I don’t see Mick Jagger sitting in his den doing crossword puzzles. While it is true that some of our seniors do suffer from chronic conditions that threaten their quality of life, the way to deal with these important issues is through caring and compassion, not cold-hearted statements that set expiration dates on human beings like they were gallons of 2 percent milk. As Chairman of Senior Services for Ocean

County I work to ensure that all of our seniors live with dignity. Our Meals on Wheels program will deliver more than 300,000 nutritional meals to our older adults in 2020. We offer outreach programs, exercise and fitness classes, Medicare information, transportation, legal services, caregiver services, social and recreational activities, benefits counseling, mental health support and a host of other community-based initiatives. Today I’m waging a battle against Trenton and have personally contacted the Governor and key legislators who are threatening to cut funding to many of our senior programs. So Dr. Emanuel, if you are looking to throw in the towel when you hit 75 that’s your choice. But don’t look to the rest of us to join you.

he was in control of the law fi rm’s fi nancials. For tax quarters ending March 31, 2016 and June 30, 2016, the fi rm withheld tax payments from its employees’ checks, but Gilmore did not pay them in full to the IRS. Additionally, he applied for a Uniform Residential Loan Application (URLA) to obtain refi nancing of a mortgage loan for $1.5 million with a “cash out” provision that provided Gilmore would obtain cash from the loan on Nov. 21, 2014. On Jan. 22, 2015, he updated the application, failing to disclose outstanding 2013 tax liabilities and personal loans he got from other people. He had received $572,000 from the cash out portion of the loan. The jury was not able to reach a decision on the charge of tax evasion for years 2013, 2014, and 2015, the court spokesman said.

He was acquitted of two charges of filing false tax returns for calendar years 2013 and 2014. The two counts of failing to collect, account for, and pay over payroll taxes each carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison, and a $250,000 fi ne, or twice the gross gain or loss from the offense. The count of loan application fraud carries a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison and a $1 million fi ne. Instead of paying taxes, he had been spending a great deal on home remodeling and lavish decorations, reportedly on such things as a mammoth tusk and a statue of George Washington. An Open Public Records Act request for the sentencing materials was not provided by the court by press time. A press release from the U.S. Attorney’s

office said First Assistant U.S. Attorney Rachael Honig credited a number of people for this investigation, including: special agents of IRS-Criminal Investigation, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge John R. Tafur, special agents with U.S. Attorney’s Office under the direction of Supervisory Special Agent Thomas Mahoney, and special agents of the FBI Red Bank Resident Agency, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Gregory W. Ehrie in Newark. The government is represented by Deputy U.S. Attorney Matthew J. Skahill; Assistant U.S. Attorney Jihee G. Suh of the U.S. Attorney’s Office Special Prosecutions Division; and Trial Attorney Thomas F. Koelbl of the U.S. Department of Justice - Tax Division. - Chris Lundy contributed to this story.

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TOMS RIVER – Freeholder Virginia E. Haines, Chairman of Ocean County Parks and Recreation announced they will be hosting a bus trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show and Historic District on Thursday, March 5. The bus will depart from Ocean County Park in Lakewood at 8 a.m. for a day in the city to explore the museums and attractions of the historic district or to attend the Flower Show at the Convention Center. We will return to Lakewood at approximately 6 p.m. You will receive a map of the area,

and will be dropped off at the Flower Show or in the Historic district. To register, send a check for $36 per person, made payable to: County of Ocean and mail to Ocean County Parks & Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please include FLWER20 on the check. The fee includes the bus transportation only, any admissions or tours are on your own. The approximate fee for the flower show is $48. Please call 732-506-9090 for more information or visit us at oceancountyparks.org.

Friday Night Recovery Meetings OCEAN COUNTY –The Mental Health Association - Ocean County offers multiple meeting options for individuals in recovery every Friday. Times are as follows: • 6:15 p.m. Mental Health • 6:15 p.m. Men’s Group • 7:30 p.m. Double Trouble for those with both mental health and substance use disorders. Groups are held at Journey to Wellness, 25 S. Shore Drive, Toms River. Call 732-244-0940

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HPV Vaccination Can Help Prevent Cancer NEPTUNE - Many viruses cause a host of symptoms and conditions, including colds and the flu. Most people are able to overcome viral infections in a couple days to a couple weeks but there are other viruses like human papillomavirus (HPV), a very common sexually transmitted disease, that can cause long-term health problems including cancer. “HPV is probably the most common sexually transmitted disease which a lot of people don’t know about,” Dr. Tracy Proverbs-Singh said. Singh, a gastrointestinal oncologist at Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center. “It can remain latent in the body for a lifetime.” Most sexually active people have been exposed to HPV and many times it’s harmless and goes away on its own. The cancer most commonly associated with HPV is cervical cancer, but it can also lead to vulvar and vaginal, anal, penile and oral cancers. “Ninety percent of cervix cancers are found to have HPV in their DNA,” said Dr. Karim ElSahwi, attending gynecologic oncologist at Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Gynecologists use a Pap test to screen for the presence of HPV in the cervix. They may find cervical cancer early, when it’s most easily treated, or even when it’s at a pre-cancerous stage. About 90 percent of anal cancer is also

caused by HPV. You can get HPV by having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has the virus. Anyone who is sexually active can get HPV and develop symptoms years after having sex with someone who is infected. Using condoms every time during sexual intercourse can help reduce the risk. However, condoms are not as effective against HPV as they are against other STDs like chlamydia and HIV. HPV vaccination can provide protection against the most common types of HPV which cause cancer and genital warts. The vaccine is less effective once sexually active, because people probably have come in contact with HPV already. For this reason, the vaccine is recommended for children age 11-12, giving them protection before being exposed to the viruses. “Getting the vaccine and preventing the infection decreases the risk of cancer dramatically, because over 90 percent of the strains that could cause cancer are represented,” Dr. Proverbs-Singh said. Normally, people will not experience any symptoms of HPV infection until it has already caused a health problem. Consequently, it is important for people to have regular checkups with their physician to find abnormal changes in their health before it turns into something more serious.

Amanda Rutherford to Discuss Living with Cystic Fibrosis at Jackson Library JACKSON – The Ocean County Library Jackson Branch will host a program to commemorate Rare Disease Day at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 29. The program will be streamed live via facebook.com/oceancountylibrary. Amanda Rutherford, of Brick, will share her experiences in coping with cystic fibrosis. She will also touch on the life-saving gift of an AﬄoVest, given by former NFL star Colton

Underwood’s charitable foundation. Cystic fibrosis is a life-threatening, inherited condition that affects about 30,000 Americans, and about 70,000 people worldwide. The branch is located at 2 Jackson Drive. Registration is required for this free program. To register, call the branch at 732-928-4400, or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events or tinyurl.com/rarediseasedayfeb29. Register for the live stream at tinyurl.com/livestreamed.

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Grunin Center Among Nominees For Favorite Small Performing Arts Center

TOMS RIVER — The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, located on the campus of Ocean County College, has announced its nomination for “Favorite Small PerformingArts Center” in the 2020 JerseyArts.com People’s Choice Awards. Now in its 12th year, the annual awards program, run by Discover Jersey Arts, pays tribute to the work of New Jersey’s vital, vibrant, and diverse arts organizations. With the ballots now prepped, it’s time for arts lovers across the state to vote for their favorite local arts organizations. “The Grunin Center is incredibly grateful for this nomination as Favorite Small Performing Arts Center,” center Cultural Programs and Partnerships Executive Director Mark Wilson said. Wilson added, “we’re honored to be recognized by our fellow colleagues, and to be a part of such a strong arts community that drives one another to thrive. We hope our patrons will also support us by voting in this year’s awards.” The Grunin Center and the other contenders in the 2020 People’s Choice Awards were nominated by their peers through the Jersey Arts Marketers network, which is made up of hundreds of arts groups across the state. Now, 11 arts districts and 106 organizations will compete in 19 categories, including favorite music festival, art gallery, small theatre, ballet company, and more. “These awards highlight not only the excellence in the arts statewide, but also the passion of our state’s arts audiences,” said Allison Tratner, Executive Director of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. “Thousands of New Jersey arts fans speak up in support of the diverse arts organizations and artists that help shape their lives, their communities, and make New Jersey a distinctive place to live, work, and visit.” Public voting began on Jan. 9 at noon and runs through Feb. 20 at JerseyArts.com/Vote. Last year, nearly 14,000 ballots were cast, and even more are expected this year. “New Jerseyans love the arts. The JerseyArts. com People’s Choice Awards is a great opportunity to go out and vote for your favorite Garden State cultural experience,” said Adam Perle, President & CEO of ArtPride New Jersey, which cosponsors the Discover Jersey Arts program with the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. “Show your passion for the extraordinary arts we have across the entire state

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by voting today.” The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, located on the campus of Ocean County College, is a performing arts center dedicated to providing art and entertainment to Ocean County and the Jersey Shore. JerseyArts.com is the oﬃcial website of Discover Jersey Arts, a cosponsored project of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and the ArtPride New Jersey Foundation dedicated to increasing the awareness of and participation in the arts in New Jersey. The site features a comprehensive cultural events calendar and arts directory; feature stories, podcasts and videos in the Culture Vultures Arts Weekly and Jersey Arts Podcast; details on Jersey Arts Membership, including discounts and exclusive member events; and other content about the state’s cultural community.

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Free Bird Walk and Count at Cattus Island Park on February 15th

TOMS RIVER - It’s free, it’s fun, and it helps scientific research! Join Ocean County Parks and Recreation naturalists and the Barnegat Bay Partnership at a “Great Backyard Bird Count” event from 8:30 to 11 a.m. on February 15. The event will be held at Cattus Island County Park and more than 160,000 people of all ages and walks of life are take part in the four-day Great Backyard Bird Count each February to create an annual snapshot of bird populations worldwide. Whether you’re an expert or firsttime birder, you can help collect data for scientists to use in their research and conservation efforts, even in your own backyard. At the Cattus Island Park event, naturalists will

begin with a short talk about how to spot and identify bird species that spend the winter here, followed by a bird walk and count. Everyone from beginning birders to experts is welcome. Dress appropriately for the weather, and bring binoculars if you have them (there will also be a few pairs available for sharing). The Barnegat Bay Partnership is proud to be a sponsor of this local event. One of 28 National Estuary programs, the Barnegat Bay Partnership comprises more than 30 government, academic, business, and community partners working together for clean water and healthy wildlife habitat in the Barnegat Bay watershed. If you have any questions, contact Karen Walzer at kwalzer@ocean.edu.

Woman’s Club Hosts Annual Supper Fundraiser

POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The Woman’s Club of Point Pleasant Beach will be hosting their annual chili and soup supper on February 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 513 St. Louis Avenue, Pt. Pleasant Beach.

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Local Athletes Remember Kobe Bryant

By Chris Christopher JERSEY SHORE - How quickly things change. On Saturday night, Jan. 25, the National Basketball Association world celebrated when the Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James moved into third place on the league’s career scoring list, passing retired Lakers’ scoring machine Kobe Bryant. On the morning of Jan. 26 came the stunning, tragic news that the beloved Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, and seven others were fatally injured in a helicopter crash outside of suburban Los Angeles. In the final tweet of his life, Bryant, 41, congratulated James on his greatness. “Continue to move the game forward. Much respect my brother,” the tweet said. “Shocking … it reminds me of when JFK Jr. died in a plane crash … or even Princess Diana,” Michael Bateman, a member of Lakewood High School’s 1967 NJSIAA Group III state championship boys team and a Toms River attorney, said on Facebook. “Kobe once said, ‘If you love the game, the game will love you.’ Greatness personified.” Retired Brick Memorial and Point Pleasant Beach boys coach Tom Pickering recalled how he and his family lived near Lower Merion High School, Pa., where Bryant starred before becoming an NBA player. Lower Merion is a suburb of Philadelphia where James passed Bryant in a loss to the 76ers. “Kobe played just down the street from where we lived,” Pickering said on Facebook. “RIP Kobe.” Bob Delaney, a retired NBA referee who has lived in Brick Township, said on Facebook, “Good man. God bless. An honor to know him. RIP Gianna and Kobe.” Micah McDonald, a former Toms River South athlete and a South Toms River resident, took to Facebook to pay a touching tribute to Bryant. “I am not a Lakers fan,” he said, “but being a sports fan like a lot of us are, you learn to respect and appreciate greatness. When you heard his name on ESPN, you stopped to look. Kobe Bryant is one of the greatest to ever play the game. He was more than a ballplayer. He was first a son, a friend, a teammate, a husband and then a father. “My heart and prayers go out to his parents, his wife, his children, his family of friends and his millions of fans across the world,” he said. “My girlfriend isn’t a sports person, but his death has her crying her eyes out because she knows who he is and what he has meant to an entire generation of people. “The sports world and the world in general have lost a truly great person, sports legend and icon. R.I.P. Black Mamba.” Mike Jedziniak, a former South and University of North Carolina baseball standout who is now an attorney, said there is no comparison between Bryant and retired superstar Michael Jordan. “RIP Kobe,” Jedziniak said on Facebook. “M.J. never scored 81 in a game.” “One of the immortals,” Philip Petescia said

on Facebook. “I saw his first All-Star Game from the SI (Sports Illustrated) box at MSG (Madison Square Garden) on Feb. 8, 1998. We were so excited about M.J. and Shaq that it wasn’t until recently when I learned it was Kobe’s first All-Star Game.” Brick Township resident Skip Pulcrano, utilizing Facebook, quoted Bryant as saying, “If you have the talent, practice like you have none.” Ira Thor, a Howell Township Board of Education member, expressed his shock on Facebook. “Stunned and saddened … disbelief,” he said. Former Ocean County College men’s basketball coach Andy Smith, an ex-Brick Memorial player, said on Facebook, “RIP Kobe Bryant #24.” Chris Smith of Seaside Heights also was stunned at the news. “It shook me up a bit,” he said on Facebook. “A basketball legend.” Barnegat football coach Robbie Davis said on Facebook, “RIP Kobe!” Fan Brian Ewan said on Facebook, “What’s worse is his 13-year-old daughter was also killed.” Former Brick Township High School athlete Jay Groschel opined on Facebook, “What terrible news about KB. Everyone remembers at least one time when they shot a basketball by themselves or with friends and said, ‘Kobe!!’ on the release.” Brick Township resident Carol Frank Brown, an avid sports fan, said on Facebook, “Will continue to be a shining star. RIP GIANNA AND KOBE!” Her brother, Richard Frank, a retired art educator in the Brick Township School District, said on Facebook, “RIP Kobe.” Former Lakewood basketball player Wayne Jupiter said of the event on Facebook, “So sad.” The author of this article, Chris Christopher, eyed Bryant while covering sports for the Ocean County Observer in Toms River, occasionally writing about the exploits of the Julius Erving-led Phladelphia 76ers. Kobe was not much more than a toddler in their locker room. He had a front row seat for the NBA at a tender age as his father, Joe Bryant, was a team member. Kobe was a favorite among the club’s players as he was always smiling, always laughing and always having fun. At times, he teased his dad and his dad’s teammates. And now he’s gone. Amazing. Unbelievable. Interviewed on the Fox News Channel, Erving seized the moment as he often did while playing, stating, “When I heard of Kobe’s death, the first thing I thought about was Joe and Pam as Kobe was their son.” Kobe’s life was a life well lived. Although his life ended at an early age, he was never cheated as he lived an action-packed life, his acrobatic play and infectious personality triggering numerous roars of approval from his fans–and even his non-fans. Rest in peace Kobe.

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5 Powerful Strategies For Men With Enlarged Prostate By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. The uncomfortable symptoms may occur at any age, and hormone imbalances can lead to prostate enlargement. The condition is abbreviated as BPH which stands for Benign Prostatic Enlargement. Unfortunately, we’re seeing BPH and prostatitis occur younger and younger like for men in their thirties! The associated problems with prostate dysfunction include frequent nighttime urination which can disrupt sleep, urgency, painful urination and lower pelvic or rectal pain. Testosterone or “T” is a hormone that both men and women make and it’s broken down by two different pathways. That’s the most important part, however the breakdown of testosterone is most important. A urine test can check for the metabolites and answer that question. It’s called the “Dutch Complete test” and you can ask your doctor about it, or visit my website to purchase it directly since I’m a provider. Testosterone or “T” is produced in both men and women and is considered the libido hormone. T either breaks down the 5-alpha reductase or the 5-beta reductase pathway. If it goes down the 5-alpha pathway, it turns into a potent androgen called DHT (short for dihydrotestosterone). So, you know, DHT is the type of testosterone that, in excess, is associated with male pattern baldness and BPH. In a woman, DHT is associated with PCOS, a painful condition of ovarian cysts. So, controlling the production of DHT is very important because you don’t want too much T breaking down the 5-alpha pathway. It’s androgenic. Right now, I’d like to share the 5 powerful strategies that

may help you. Ask your doctor what’s right for you: 1. Quercetin - Quercetin gives color to fruits and vegetables and supplements of this can help with prostate size and pain levels. 2. Pumpkin Seed Oil - You can buy this as a dietary supplement (softgel) or as an actual cold-pressed oil to use on salads and cook with. Eating pumpkin seeds are another way to garner the benefits. 3. Selenium - Taking about 100 to 200 mcg per day could be useful. 4. Vitamin D - About 2500 to 5000 IU per day might be of value. There is some research to show that vitamin D levels are important for prostate health, and that it can help shrink the prostate for some men. 5. Saw Palmetto based supplements There are a plethora of supplements available at health food stores that have saw palmetto in them, including NOW’s brand of Prostate Support or New Chapter’s blend of Prostate 5LX. These are multi-tasking formulas which you can review for yourself, or find one that feels right for you. Taking ibuprofen or applying a hot pack can help with mild pain. It goes without saying that if you have these types of prostate-related symptoms you should see a qualified professional for a complete workup. There are many other considerations that I can share with you in my longer version of this article. If you sign up for my newsletter, I will send it to you by email. For example, other considerations include levels of thyroid, thyroid antibodies, insulin, leptin, zinc, blood sugar and prolactin. A head injury can cause BPH by affecting pituitary hormones!

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FUN & GAMES

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Continued From Page 1 said. Johnson noted that while his grandmother didn’t love him playing the sport “she taught me to always be passionate about what you love.” “My best friend Josh Cramer was a big factor as well. One of the bravest and strongest young men I’ve ever met. We were only 12 at the time when he was diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer. We would watch games together every Sunday if my dad and I weren’t at the game. It was something that would make the hard times go away, when we wouldn’t be thinking about him being sick, we would just be happy and cheering on the New York Football Giants,” Johnson added. “I will forever be grateful to those three people,” Johnson said. His vast collection of Giants memorabilia is beyond value. The item he treasures the most however is “Reyna Thompson’s game-used Superbowl XXV helmet. The Superbowl (that was) mainly known for Scott Norwood’s wide right kick. It’s a big part of not only Giants history but NFL and Superbowl history as well. I acquired it from an auction a few years ago and it is still one of the best pieces of my collection to date,” Johnson said. Giants football mania is something Jonnson is able to share with his family and friends adding that “football Sundays are a holiday in the household, especially for me.” The Giants superfan currently works part time in the liquor business while going to school and finishing a double major of criminal justice and a business degree at Kean. Johnson said he and his father usually go to every home game during the season and if they make it to the playoffs “we will go to those games as well.” “Over the course of my fandom I’ve met

The Jackson Times, Februrary 1, 2020, Page 21 many players, some I’ve become close with. The biggest being Sam Garnes who played for the Giants and the Jets. We talk regularly and I am happy and blessed to call him a friend and even family,” Johnson said. Johnson said this season was a rough one to watch as a Giants fan, “but 2020 is looking up with new Head Coach Joe Judge. We have a young team with guys who are ambitious and I am very excited for the future of the organization.” So how will Johnson be spending Super Bowl Sunday? “We are having a bunch of family and friends over to watch the game! “Over the years I’ve met some wonderful people who love the Giants and share the same passion as I do. But the one story that sticks out and will always make me smile is a story about a young boy named Anthony. This last year my world with the Giants had blown up. Along the way I saw a post on Facebook about a young boy with cancer who was a big Giants fan and all he wanted to do was meet Giants running back Saquon Barkley. Now almost eight years after losing my best friend to cancer I felt compelled to help,” Johnson said. Johnson said that while he does not have a platform like NFL players “I knew some guys that did and I reached out to several to talk to the Giants and those on Facebook who had posted as much as I did. Less than a week later, young Anthony met Saquon and fulfilled his dream. “Anthony is now cancer free and in remission. I had the privilege to meet him and his family and they are a bundle of joy. A family full of amazing friends and loved ones that always had a smile on their faces even in the hard times,” Johnson said. Johnson said, “the moral of the story is that little things like this, meaning football and the New York Giants, can bring absolute strangers together and deliver a positive message.”

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Continued From Page 1 Administrator Terrence Wall who was present at the session. “He will help you out and you two can take a look at the situation.” “You have done an excellent job out there so far and to put this kind of investment into it, I think it shows what you want to

do,” Councilman Ken Bressi said. “It was a dilapidated building, no running water, it hadn’t been used for 25 to 30 years so it took a while and a lot of time, effort and money to get it to where it is now,” Pushko said. After more than 15 years of worshiping in Jackson schools, Cornerstone entered into a lease agreement in August 2014 to use the historic church building, accord-

ing to the church’s history. Renovation work started that year and was completed in 2018. The church’s fi rst oﬃcial worship service in its new home was on October 21, 2018. A grand opening celebration was held on the weekend of November 3-4, 2018. The historic church was built in 1844. The congregation fi rst met in the barn of Gordon Matthews, a local farmer, in the

early 1840s and in 1844. Silas Newman and John Clayton deeded land to the church trustees for a church building and a cemetery. The original church, a log cabin, was built on the 5.8-acre tract of land but that was not on its current site. It burned down and was replaced in 1865 at its current location at the front of the property bordering Harmony Road. The church features three stain glass windows on each side of the sanctuary that were donated by members of its parish. They have remained in amazingly good condition for the past 150 years. The original window that was located behind the altar was found, and it was restored in August 2015 and returned to its original location as part of the ongoing restoration project. The church discussion was one of the few items of note during the Township Council meeting. During the half hour meeting, council members introduced an ordinance to amend and supplement chapter 139 of the township code, entitled “Building Standards, Commercial” and approved a number of resolutions including the appointment of Louis Wildman as a regular member of the Jackson Municipal Utilities Authority. Also approved was a resolution not to exceed $14,958 in general obligation bonds and a contract agreement for annual support maintenance services between the township and Edmunds Associates in the amount of $20,785. The council also authorized a contract award to Ocean First Bank for banking services for the township for a oneyear period commencing Feb. 1, 2020 through Jan. 31, 2021. Another resolution called for fi rst aid emergency response dispatching be provided by the Ocean County Sheriff ’s Department as well as the continuation of an annual lease agreement with American Tower for space on communication tower in the amount of $76,029.28 Approved as part of the consent agenda was the continuation of a shared services/ mutual aid agreement between Jackson and Millstone Township pertaining to confl ict of interest and emergency coverage for construction and code enforcement services. Also approved was the appointment of members to the Recreation Advisory Board, Commission for the Disabled, Private Residential Communities Advisory Board and bid authorization, preparation, advertisement and acceptance for handicapped accessibility improvements at the Senior Center and Municipal buildings through the community development block grant program were approved. A shared services agreement was also authorized between Jackson and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Oﬃce for a drug recognition expert callout program.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Summer In Winter: Enjoy The Warm Tastes And Colors Of Summer By Wolfgang Puck In the middle of winter, summer can seem like a very long time away. As you read this, you’re probably hearing of record snowfall somewhere, possibly right where you live. It’s only natural for many home cooks to want to combat the chilly surroundings by cooking foods that are robust and warming, including thick soups, slow-simmered braises and stews, deep-dish apple pies and other pastry-based desserts. And dishes like that do go a long way toward comforting us during the cold months. But people also crave variety. So, sometimes it’s a good idea to take a more psychological approach to overcoming the tiresome effects of winter. How about changing the mood around your table and in your home by switching things up and occasionally preparing foods that feel like summer? I’m not saying, of course, that you have to go on a treasure hunt for rare ingredients that are out of season. Thanks to modern agriculture and eﬃcient shipping, supermarkets today always have a selection of vegetables and fruits that seem kissed by warm sunshine. And I’d like to share a recipe that highlights exactly those kinds of ingredients. It is for roasted chicken breasts stuffed with yellow and red bell peppers served atop a sweet scallion sauce. Bell peppers are typically a summer crop if you grow them yourself. But you can find them year-round in just about any supermarket, often in a variety of colors besides the typical green ones. I especially like the ripened, sweeter yellow, red and orange varieties, any combination of which will taste delicious and look beautiful in this recipe; and you could also use green bell peppers if one or more of the other colors aren’t available. Scallions, or green onions, are another perennial supermarket staple, and another name they go by expresses the warmer months with which they are associated: spring onions. Precooked - the peppers by roasting under the broiler, the scallion greens by briefly boiling - to make the textures tender and their flavors sweeter and milder, these warm-weather vegetables are then rolled up inside pieces of flattened chicken breast, which are then browned on the stovetop and quickly finish cooking in the oven. Sliced before serving on top of a simply made sauce of sauteed scallions flavored with rice vinegar and sherry and enriched with a little butter and cream, the vegetables form a brightly colored pattern on each plate as cheerful as a summertime bouquet. I hope you’ll give this easy recipe a try very soon, then go on enjoying it throughout the progression of seasons. ROASTED CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITHYELLOWAND RED BELLPEPPERS Serves 4 4 large boneless chicken breast halves, cut crosswise in half 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus extra as needed

Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper 1 yellow bell pepper 1 red bell pepper 2 bunches scallions 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar 4 tablespoons dry sherry 1/2 cup (125 mL) heavy cream 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature Preheat the broiler. Coat the chicken breast pieces with a little oil. Place 2 pieces, spaced apart, in a large, heavy-duty plastic bag. With a meat mallet or the bottom of a heavy small saucepan, gently flatten the pieces to a thickness of 1/4 to 1/3 inch (6 to 8 mm). Repeat with the remaining pieces. Lightly season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Place the yellow and red bell peppers under the broiler and cook, turning, until their skins are completely charred. Set aside until cool enough to handle. Peel off the charred skins. Cut each pepper into 8 pieces and remove the stems, seeds and veins. Set aside. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil and fill a bowl with ice cubes and water. Cut off the green parts of 8 scallions. Immerse the 8 scallion greens in the boiling water for about 15 seconds, then remove them with tongs or a wire skimmer and transfer to the ice water. Drain and set aside. Place 1 scallion green and a piece each of the yellow and red bell peppers lengthwise on top of each flattened chicken piece. Starting at a narrow end, roll up to enclose the vegetables and securely tie each piece closed with 2 lengths of kitchen string. Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C). Heat a large, heavy ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil. When the oil is hot enough to swirl easily, carefully turn the skillet to coat its bottom. Add the chicken breasts and cook, turning occasionally, until evenly browned on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and cook the chicken for 15 minutes longer. Remove from the oven, use tongs to transfer the chicken to a plate, and cover with foil to keep warm. Cut the remaining scallions in half lengthwise, then crosswise into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces. Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the remaining oil. When it is hot enough to swirl easily, add the scallions and saute, stirring continuously, for 1 minute. Add the vinegar and sherry, and cook until reduced in volume by about two-thirds, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the cream and simmer, stirring, until it has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to very low and, a little at a time, add the butter, whisking continuously. Season to taste with salt and pepper. To serve, spoon the sauce into the centers of four heated serving plates or a heated platter. Snip off the strings from the chicken breasts, cut each piece crosswise into 4 to 6 slices, and arrange them attractively on top of the sauce.

(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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