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By Chris Lundy TOMS R I V ER – Whenever there’s a big problem, everyday people often step up to the challenge. Wherever COVID-19 has struck, there has been a shortage of personal protective equipment for first responders. Globally, the story is the same: as the numbers of infected rise, so

does the demand for masks, gowns, and other necessities among the medical community. Township resident Eric Mewengkang, is part of a group of people who have been using their 3-D printers to make masks for medical professionals. These masks are a plastic shield that drops down from the fore-

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head and creates a kind of splash guard for the wearer. They are not to be confused with the N95 respirator masks that look like surgical masks and filter out particles from the air. His group is made up of people from all over the world. There are about 8-10 people who collectively print about 200 masks a day.

A 3-D printer builds an object one layer at a time until it’s complete. In this case, it is literally building a plastic object one tiny layer at a time until it’s real. The printer is told what to make by giving it a design file. That file is open source, meaning that people share the file and make changes to it to fit (Masks - See Page 6)

This Month In History: Toms River’s Creation Is A Chapter In Time

By J. Mark Mutter In March in Toms River, we remember the British attack in 1782 on our Patriot village at the end of t h e R e vol u t i o n a r y War. In June, we remember ou r tow n’s founding - the creation of Dover Tow nship

(now Toms River) in 1767. These are late Eighteenth Century stories i n ou r h istor y. But what of the years before then? What was colonial life like here before those two historic events? How did we become a separate

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Two New Jerseys Become One In 1664, the Dutch gave up cont rol of New Jersey to the British. Not a shot was fi red, and the British colony or “province” of New Jer sey was

established. It would last until 1776. For internal political reasons, the colony was divided into two separate parts in 1676: East and West Jersey with Perth Amboy and Burlington serving as separate capitols. (History - See Page 13)

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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Bad kids skip school. So it must be good kids who skip spring break. Since people are going to be home during spring break, most people decided to just stay in school. A survey went out to parents in the Toms River Regional School District (which includes Beachwood, Pine Beach and South Toms River) asking if they wanted to work through spring break and end the school year early. The response was an overwhelming “yes.” A whopping 5,160 parent and 1,185 staff responded, Superintendent David Healy said. Of them, more than 85 percent said they wanted to skip spring break and have a longer summer break. Since travel is essentially banned, there was no place to go for spring break anyway, Healy noted. And since students are working remotely, they could still check in from wherever they are if they still decided to travel. New Schedule As of right now, school will be in session April 14-17. This means that the school year will end on Friday, June 12 instead of Thursday, June 18. One part that didn’t change on the calendar – students will still have off April 10 and 13 for Good Friday and the Monday after Easter. “Additionally, this office has received significant and valued feedback from our high school seniors regarding the status of momentous events such as prom and graduation. Please rest assured that if these once in a lifetime occasions cannot take place on the dates originally scheduled, this office will be working with our Board of Education, school leaders and others to reasonably ensure that they are rescheduled at a later date,” Healy said. “I’m so proud of all of you always, but especially during these uniquely challenging times, and I ask you to take care of one another, keep the faith and stay the course.” Gov. Phil Murphy has said that school closures won’t be revisited until at least April 17. The district has provided resources to parents dealing with the new normal of learning from home here: trschools.com/parents/virtual-schoolday-plan Toms River Schools TV studio put together a compilation of the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the National Anthem so that teachers using (Spring - See Page 6)

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Continued From Page 1 people’s needs. They might get feedback like “it’s too tight on the straps,” and then they make the necessary adjustments. He estimated that this group has spent hundreds of thousands of hours fine-tuning the process. The first ones took four hours to print. Now, they can be done in 30 minutes, he said. He dropped them off to some doctors at Community Medical Center in Toms River and they loved them. It snowballed from there. Now, he’s getting requests from doctors and nurses all over the state and even from Rhode Island and North Carolina.

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Officially, hospitals can’t approve these masks since they are being made in someone’s home, rather than a quality-controlled factory where they would be tested. However, doctors and nurses from these hospitals have reached out to him directly for masks, and he drops them off outside the hospitals and medical offices. “Doctors are saying ‘We’re at home making masks out of shower curtains and clothes,’” he said. Others have told him that they share a mask, washing it in between uses. “They’re better than nothing,” he said. Hobbytown in Toms River donated some of the raw material. Others are donating cash to help him make more. If you are interested in donating, visit gofundme.com/f/funds-to-make-ampdonate3d-printed-face-shields

fashion. “Just an idea to make meetups a bit more like a classroom setting,” said TRSTV Coordinator Chip Phillips. It can be found here: youtube.com/channel/UCFtGdKvGRjbJPqmMXwu9UIg

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Around The Jersey shore More appointments Available For Coronavirus At OCC Test Area By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – The number of appointments that can be taken (while supplies last) have been increased for coronavirus testing at the Ocean County College drive thru site. An additional 36 daily appointments for coronavirus testing have been opened up and are now available to Ocean County residents. Following a review of operations at the testing site which opened to the public on March 30, health care officials decided they could increase the number of appointments taken so long as tests are available. “Going forward we will be scheduling about 180 appointments per day,” Ocean County Public Health Coordinator Daniel Regenye said. Appointments are scheduled in advanced for Ocean County residents. “There are now openings for Wednesday through Friday of the week,” Regenye said. “Because of the limited number of tests we have, it still remains imperative that people follow the requirements to be tested at the college.” Regenye added, “we do not want anyone to show up at this testing site without following the requirements we have put in place.” “We are not going to do any health screenings at the site. It is just for testing for the virus,”Regenye said. Ocean County Health Department officials are reminding residents of the requirements to be tested include: • You must be an Ocean County resident and have identification. • You must have a physician’s prescription • You must make an online appointment at ochd.org. • You must be symptomatic. • You should enter the Ocean County College campus from the Hooper Avenue entrance. Regenye said that any practitioner (including Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurse, Medical Doctor, Physician Assistant etc.) who has “prescriptive” privileges in New Jersey can write a script for COVID testing, it does not necessarily have to be a physician. In addition, Regenye stressed that with many health care providers currently doing telemedicine, individuals do not need to see a physician in person to obtain the necessary script. “Many health care providers are now doing telemedicine and are offering this service remotely and in the spirit of social distancing,” Regenye said. He added, “please do not unnecessarily expose healthcare workers or others in an attempt to obtain a physician’s order. Please use telemedicine when appropriate during this challenging time.” The hospitals assisting in staffing the testing site - both Hackensack Meridian Health and RWJ Barnabas Healthcare System - have telemedicine opportunities to assist Ocean County residents obtain the required physician script before traveling to the testing center.

The telemedicine services at the hospitals can be accessed at: Hackensack Meridian Health (Ocean Medical Center, Southern Ocean Medical Center) hackensackmeridianhealth.org/covid19/ RWJ Barnabas Healthcare System (Community Medical Center, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus) RWJBHtelemed.org use code RWJBH15 “I want to extend my appreciation to all of the residents going through the site. I know this is difficult for them but they are following the requirements and that insures everyone’s safety,” Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy said. Mastronardy serves as the coordinator of the Ocean County Office of Emergency Management, which is overseeing the site. “If you haven’t registered and if you don’t have a doctor’s prescription, we cannot provide you with a test. I cannot stress this enough.” Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari said this site is helpful for the many seniors living in Ocean County and all those with underlying conditions as they are more vulnerable to the more dangerous symptoms of the virus. Vicari said, “Ocean County is home to almost 200,000 seniors, we want to work with that population and all of our residents with symptoms to get them tested.” Partners in the testing site include U.S. Rep. Chris Smith, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Ocean County Office of Emergency Management under Sheriff Mastronardy, the Ocean County Health Department, Ocean County College, RWJ Barnabas Health Southern Region and Hackensack Meridian Health. The site will operate daily from 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. as long as coronavirus tests continue to be available and also weather permitting. “Residents remain in their cars and medical personnel perform a nasal swab,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, who is liaison to the Ocean County Health Department. “We are working to make this convenient and more importantly safe for the public, the health care providers on site and staff.” Once the test has been performed, it’s anticipated to take about three to five days for results to be returned. Regenye said, “all the results will be available on the BioReference Laboratories Patient Portal: Bioreference.com/patients/ and through the Ocean County Health Department residents will be notified whether they test positive or negative.” The most common symptoms of COVID 19 are fever, fatigue, a dry cough and shortness of breath. Ocean County will also establish a process to ensure that people with test results are informed in a timely manner and provided with guidance, consultation and the next steps in the process.

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

Seniors Will Get Direct Relief Payments From The Desk Of

Congressman Andy Kim WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) announced that after calling on the Trump Administration to ensure seniors who don’t file tax returns can still access di-

rect relief payments authorized by the CARES Act, the Department of Treasury announced plans to directly issue payments to social security beneficiaries. This means millions of seniors,

veterans and low-income individuals who would have had to file a tax return will now receive their payments without any further action. “This announcement is a big win for New Jersey’s seniors who need immediate financial help, not bureaucratic red tape,” said Congressman Kim. “I’m glad that the Administration answered my call, and the demands of many of my colleagues to make

this change, and hope they continue to find ways to fast-track aid and assistance to our communities to fight this pandemic and help our neighbors through the economic impact.” The CARES Act includes direct relief payments to A mer ica ns to help get through the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Some facts about the timing of the direct payments includes: The IRS will make about

60 million payments to Americans through direct deposit in mid-April (likely, the week of April 13th). The IRS has direct deposit information for these individuals from their 2018 or 2019 tax returns. About 3 weeks after those deposits are made (the week of May 4th), the IRS will begin issuing paper checks to individuals. The paper checks will be issued at a rate of about 5 million per week, which

could take up to 20 weeks to get all the checks out. The checks will be issued in reverse “adjusted gross income” order - starting with people with the lowest income fi rst. Information about Congressman Kim’s actions to contain the Coronavirus pandemic and address the ongoing economic impact can be found on his website by visiting kim.house. gov/issues/coronavirus-updates.

Bill Would Penalize Public Gatherings During Emergency With $15,000 Fines Capitol Comments Senator Jim Holzapfel 10th Legislative District, Serving Toms River

TRENTON - In response to the continuation of public gatherings in various parts of the state in violation of an executive order during the COVID-19 public health crisis and State of Emergency, Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and John Catalano (all R-10 th) will introduce legislation

to create significant monetary penalties for those who host gatherings in violation of the “Emergency Health Powers Act.” Governor Murphy has ordered all New Jerseyans to stay home to slow the transmission and spread of the coronavirus, a highly infectious disease. “There have been a num-

ber of large public gatherings since the Governor has issued the stay at home order, and we feel violators should face significant consequences for failure to comply with a directive that’s necessary to save lives,” stated Senator Holzapfel. “During this public health crisis, the executive order mandating social distancing should not be taken lightly. Mass gatherings during this pandemic put an unnecessary strain on an already fragile healthcare system, create risk for responding law enforcement officers, and threaten the lives of participants.”

The bill would establish a monetary penalty of $10,000 to $15,000 for any person who willfully or knowingly hosts gatherings in violation of any provision of the “Emergency Health Powers Act.” Gatherings of all kinds including weddings, parties, and social events have been prohibited by the Governor since March 21 when he issued an executive order to slow the spread of COVID-19. “There must be a stronger penalty for violating the social distancing orders during this outbreak,” said Assemblyman McGuckin.

“The strong fi nancial penalties that would be imposed by our legislation should discourage people from hosting gatherings in violation of the prohibition during this crisis.” According to the legislation, the host of any indoor or outdoor social gathering that exceeds the number permitted to gather will be penalized when an order intended is to prevent the transmission or spread of an infectious disease. The penalty would be sued for and collected by the Commissioner of Health, along with all costs associated with the commissioner’s

enforcement action. “To combat the spread of this disease, we must adhere to the Governor’s orders to stay at home and distance ourselves from our friends and family,” added Assemblyman Catalano. “We know that socially distancing is hard, but it’s critically necessary to prevent the uncontrolled spread of the coronavirus in a way that would overwhelm our hospitals and result in the unnecessary loss of life. We hope that a substantial fi ne will make individuals think twice if they are considering to host a party or have friends over.”

Booker: FEMA Should Develop National Ventilator Database

WASHI NGTON, D.C. – In a let ter add ressed to the head of the FEMA Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) urged FEMA to create a national database of existing U.S. ventilator supply that is accessible to states as well as a distribution program to immediately get ventilators to the areas that need them the most. While plans for increased production of ventilators

that will be available in the future is a positive development, those efforts will not help the states like New Jersey that need ventilators now. “I write today to urge you to immediately develop and implement a nationwide ventilator database and distribution program. Doing so will help us send these devices to where they are needed, when they are needed, and inevitably save countless

lives,” Senator Booker urged. “As the leader of the newly-established Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), you are no doubt aware that our nation is facing a critical shortage of ventilators. Today, many health systems throughout the country are very close to reaching their ventilator capacity. These systems

have been war ni ng for weeks that as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise, there will be an insufficient supply of ventilators for every patient who will need one. In anticipation of this, many health systems and states are preparing ventilator allocation guidelines.[1] This is a national shame that should be felt deeply by our government, but it should also ignite immediate action.

“I urge you to use the information collected by F EM A t o c reat e a d atabase that illuminates where the vent ilator supply is throughout the cou nt r y and where the greatest ventilator needs are. Using this database, FEM A should im mediately distribute all of the ventilators in the federal supply to the states that need them now. FEMA should also use this information to work with

states and health systems to voluntarily redistribute some ve nt i lat or s f rom areas where they are not being used currently to areas that need them now. In coordination with other federal agencies, FEMA should arrange to transport ventilators to where they are needed and ensure the volunteering entities that ventilators will be sent back to them as necessary,” Senator Booker continued.

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By Chris Lundy JERSEY SHORE – In an effort to provide health services during the COVID-19 emergency, Urgent Care NOW will be able to do screenings for certain things, including coronavirus, over the phone. Virtual Visits can be used for these simple medical issues: • Return to work checks • Screening for cough and fever • Rashes • Medication refills • Allergies • Conjunctivitis • Upper respiratory infections • Follow-up visits To schedule a virtual visit, call 609-978-0242. Tell the staff you would like to schedule a virtual visit. Staff will register you and send your request to one of our providers to begin a virtual visit. Most

insurers are covering telemedicine virtual visit during this crisis. Staff members will have a list of insurance companies that currently offer coverage. These virtual visits are between the hours of 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends. Walk-ins are still welcome; the phone screenings are for specific ailments. If, during the course of a phone call, it is determined that an in-person visit is needed, then it is considered all part of the same visit. Urgent Care NOW has locations in Manahawkin, Lacey, Toms River and Little Egg Harbor. Center hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday (*Little Egg Harbor is currently open Monday to Friday). For more information, please visit urgentcarenownj.com.

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Around The Jersey shore Ocean County Arc Needs Face Masks, Isolation Gowns And Gloves

By Bob Vosseller LAKEWOOD - The Arc, Ocean County Chapter is seeking public support in their effort to collect 10,000 face masks, isolation gowns and gloves for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities and direct support professionals. Arc Executive Director Laura Williams said, “we realize we need to remain proactive for the safety of our staff and the individuals we serve amid the COVID-19 crisis.” The Department of Health is recommending universal masking for healthcare workers and The Arc, Ocean County Chapter is voluntarily following those guidelines. The Arc is in search of protective face masks, not necessarily the N95 masks reserved for hospitals. Williams added, “we have already teamed up with Sew to Stop who are mobilizing sewers in the tri-state area.” “We are hopeful we receive the 10,000 masks we need for a 30-day supply for our staff and residents very soon,” Williams said.

The Arc, Ocean County Chapter continues to provide direct care during the COVID-19 crisis to 184 residents among twenty-two group homes, forty-three supervised apartments and eight supportive living apartments. Housing options are based on the individuals needs and desires with the goal to live a full and productive life in the community. For more information and how you can help please visit arcocean.org. The Arc, Ocean County Chapter, Inc. was established in 1955 with the mission to advocate, provide opportunities and supports necessary for all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their mission includes that all such individuals be accepted and valued as citizens of the communities in which they choose to live, learn, work and play. Currently, the chapter serves more than 1,500 individuals through residential services, vocational services, and family support services.

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Around The Jersey shore Virtual Programming Oﬀered At YMCA

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Although so many activities are now canceled, the YMCA here is offering virtual programming. Yoga and fitness classes are online, as well as story time and book/crochet club. If interested, visit either ocymca. org or the Ocean County YMCA’s Facebook page (@OCYMCA) to get started. “At the Y, we are committed to ensuring social distancing does not become social isolation,” said Peter Rosario, President and CEO of the Ocean County YMCA. “During these unprecedented times, we have created virtual content through Zoom, YouTube and Facebook Live to continue engaging with members and promote healthy living.” This is all part of its #StayingWithUs initiative. Some of the content being produced on li ne promotes physical activity and S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) projects for kids to complement their at-home schooling. “Developing activities and exercise for children and families to share is changing outcomes and creating new ways to educate and promote fitness at home,” said Michael P. Ritacco, Board of Directors Chair of the Ocean County YMCA. “We would like to extend our gratitude to the Grunin Foundation for providing us with access to Zoom accounts so that we are able to offer virtual programming to the community,” said Rosario. Carol, a member of the Ocean County YMCA, recently said, “You have no idea what it means to us that we can still see each other’s faces. We need to thank you so much for thinking and caring for all of us in this creative way.” The YMCA is also a contact point for a lot of local residents, and the organization has been using that contact to make sure people get what they need

during this time. It has increased phone outreach initiatives to check on its most vulnerable members, Rosario said. They are packaging and distributing meals to those in need through their partnership with Fulfill. “The number of requests for Crisis Relief Boxes have doubled in one week,” Ritacco said. “This allows the YMCA to provide a safety net for its community’s most vulnerable populations.” The Ocean County YMCA, which is celebrating its 50 t h anniversar y this year, is located at 1088 West Whitty Road in Toms River. For more information, call JoAnn at 732-847-2071, email jkermick@ocymca.org, or visit ocymca.org.

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Around The Jersey Shore Make Sure Utility Workers Are Legitimate, Not Scammers

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY - SUEZ and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office are reminding residents that especially during the current COVID-19 health crisis, to take extra precaution in protecting themselves and their homes by closely examining the identification of anyone claiming to be from the water company or any other utility. “SUEZ is committed to the safety for its customers and employees, yet as this current global health crisis expands, SUEZ staff stand local police are ensuring that safety and service remain top priorities for our residents,” SUEZ Director of Operations Jim Mastrokalos said. Mastrokalos added, “all of our employees wear uniforms and photo identification badges with the SUEZ name and logo.” SUEZ offices remain closed to the public during this crisis. There are company contingency plans and procedures in place, and testing protocols. SUEZ crews also continue to respond to emergencies in the field as well as conduct required water quality tests. Mastrokalos added that in addition to a photograph, SUEZ identification badges display the employee’s name, employee number, job

title and date the badge was issued. Customers should look for white SUEZ logoed vehicles, which prominently feature the company’s bright green logo and dark blue lettering. “False identification and scams can trouble credulous citizens who are unknowingly persuaded into allowing strangers to enter their homes,” Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy said. Sheriff Mastronardy said, “we have large senior populations, and it is especially critical to continue to raise awareness among our residents.” “SUEZ will not be shutting any customer off for non-payment at this time, but if there is an emergency, customers should always ask to see proper identification before allowing anyone entrance into a home,” Mastrokalos added. Mastrokalos said, “if anyone questions if a visit is legitimate or in response to an emergency, our customer service department is always pleased to help by calling 877-565-1456.” SUEZ encourages our customers to visit mysuezwater.com, our customer portal or social media channels for the most up-to-date information.

Adopt A Pet From SAVE Rescue Shelter

TOMS RIVER – Established in 2002, Shore Animal Volunteer Enterprise is a 501-c nonprofit rescue shelter. SAVE takes unwanted, homeless and abandoned animals and provides them with medical care and a safe and nurturing environment until they find there forever homes. SAVE is a no kill shelter.

Visit their adoption center and adopt your own furry friend. The center is located at 1594 Lakewood Road Unit 5 Toms River, and is open Tuesday through Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. and on Thursdays from 2 to 5 p.m. For more information, visit save.rescuegroups.org.

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Continued From Page 1 Dover Township and Ocean County did not yet exist. We were part of East Jersey - Shrewsbury Township in Monmouth County. Shrewsbury, a huge, coastal town encompassing all of modern day Monmouth and Ocean Counties, was created in 1693 along with several other large towns. After years of back and forth turmoil between the two Jerseys, by order of Queen Anne, the British monarch, we were united as one colony in 1702. Dover Township would be created 65 years later by this singular colonial government. After 1702, the colonial assembly could declare what would constitute a new town. Towns could also be created, in New Jersey, by royal charter (“letters patents” issued by the King or Queen), by court order, or by act of the assembly. Terra Incognita The area here - the southeastern corner of Shrewsbury - was a rustic, barren land from the sea to the pines. To colonial residents living north, it was “terra incognita” - a hopeless wasteland. The pines acted as something of a “wall” between the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware River. The Board of Proprietors of both East and West Jersey (which governed the province’s two parts) saw little value in the area. But the pines provided timber and timber led to the building of saw mills and saw mills led to small, isolated pockets of humanity - settlements. Unlike the Dutch, who came to the new world in search of riches and hoped to move on, the British came to stay. To settle. Settlements were connected by primitive roads which had once been Lenni Lenape footpaths. Roads emerged through time from east to west. Here, the “Old Burlington Path” ran in a southerly direction

through Monmouth and into Burlington County. In the northern part of the colony, the “Minisink Path” and “Upper Road” developed. No act of the colonial Assembly laid them out. They just “grew.” In 1682, a “Road Act” was adopted that included planned roads throughout Monmouth County (including present day Ocean County), but they never materialized. Proposed roads were called by their width. For example, a “King’s Highway” was broad. In 1707, the fi rst record in New Jersey of a wheeled vehicle was noted. Increasingly, wagons were used, and in 1730, the Assembly introduced a bill regulating the width of wagons that could travel on these roads. Settlement was slow. It was estimated that in 1700, there were only about 200 people living in the area that would one day become Ocean County. In 1726, the Monmouth population was recorded at 4,879. In 1737, it had grown to 6,086 - almost all in the northern part of the county. A 1755 colonial map referred to the coastal area as “Sandy Barren Desarts.” A map in 1776 described the area from Cedar Creek to Cape May as “Barren Desarts.” Thus, most migration to this area was not by those directly from Britain. Instead, most early settlers came from other North American colonies. Thomas Luker, who for whom Toms River is named, is a good example. Originally from England, he fi rst lived in New England, migrating here circa 1685, marrying the local chieftain’s daughter, and settling along what became known as “Tom’s River.” A 1712 map is the fi rst reference to the river with this name - apostrophe included.

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Do you whip up delicious meals without measuring a single thing? The oil you use in your kitchen can make or break your dish. Did you know that some oils are harmful? Did you know that fried chicken or French fries often use “hydrogenated” oils, which increase your risk of diabetes, heart attack, obesity and cancer? Some “partially hydrogenated” oils are even derived from soybean oil, discussed below. What’s in your kitchen? Good oils that are high in Monounsaturated fats: Olive oil – Excellent source of antioxidants, polyphenols and essential fatty acids. It supports cardiovascular health and blood pressure. Coconut oil – I’m referring to the unheated, unrefined, virgin coconut oil, which is healthy raw, or baked; don’t use super high heat. Please avoid “hydrogenated coconut oil,” this is man-made and contains trans fats. Almond – A source of natural vitamin E, it has even less saturated fat than olive oil. Almond contains monounsaturated fat (like olive oil). Almond oil goes rancid easily, so store it in a dark cabinet. Good oils that are High in Omega 3 fatty acids: Hemp – This unrefined oil has a good amount of Gamma Linolenic acid (GLA), which is considered a healthy omega 6 that may relieve PMS and skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Flax – A fragile oil that shouldn’t be heated. It’s good to make salad dressings with. Refrigerate the oil. Too much may be goitrogenic (suppress iodine absorption) so avoid consuming high dose supplements for

extended periods of time. A little oil on your salad should be fine though. Tea seed – This is one of my favorite oils because you can use it at high temperatures, the ﬂavor is mild and it contains antioxidants like vitamin E. It has both omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Do not confuse tea seed oil with the essential oil of “tea tree,” which cannot be ingested. Bad oils that are high in Saturated fats or Trans Fats: Canola or Rapeseed – Some of you think this is a “healthy” oil because it’s very low in saturated fat and like olive oil, it’s high in monounsaturated fat. However, hexane is used as a chemical solvent to extract canola oil from the seeds, and pesticides are sometimes used. Bleaching too. It’s used for baking or stir-fry. Margarine – This is a man-made chemical, do I need to say anything else? Bad oils that are high in Omega 6, which can increase inﬂammation: Corn – It’s hard to find a non GMO version of this, unless it specifically says “organic” and plus, it may be bleached. Corn oil increases “oxidized” or bad cholesterol. Cooks (not me) recommend it for high heat. Soybean – This is another oil that’s heavily refined and often genetically modified (GMO). Soy plants are somewhat toxic to humans, you didn’t know? Soybean oil, milk and tofu contain a lectin called PHG, short for phytohemagglutinin. PHG may interfere with digestion, affect memory and make your blood cells stick together (like clot). People use soybean oil for stir-fry because of the high smoke point. Read your supplement bottles, soybean oil is used in many dietary supplements.

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History:

Continued From Page 13 would emerge - the Methodists and Presbyterians. The public houses were the social and political center of the community - not just for food and shelter, but as meeting places and posts for passenger stages. The village of Toms River was the home to such places. Inns were so important to colonial life that a 1668 law required that they provide relief for strangers. The Act of 1738 said that the purposes of taverns were to accommodate strangers and travelers, to dispatch business, and for the replenishment of mankind. Once the united colony was settled upon in 1702, New Jersey had several governors - all appointed by the Crown. The last appointed - and longest serving of these governors - would have the greatest impact on our town - William Franklin. Governor William Franklin William Franklin was Benjamin Franklin’s son. At 33 years of age, he was appointed Governor in 1763 when his father was still loyal to the Crown. A lawyer, he owned a farm in Burlington. By all accounts, he had an agreeable personality and a moderate temperament. In his early years as our colonial head of state, he had a good relationship with the Assembly. He supported improvements to those emerging colonial roads. He encouraged the creation of Queens College. Founded in 1766, it later became Rutgers College. But unlike his Patriot father, William Franklin was loyal to the bitter end; loyal to the British. He once remarked, as passions grew for independence, that he would “keep this province quiet.” Franklin became Governor at the precipice of great unrest in the American

colonies. New Jersey was not friendly towards Britain’s 18th Century imperial designs. The Assembly reluctantly voted to support Britain’s efforts to control Canada and the West Indies. The province pleaded poverty as to any fi nancial support. It was provincial in its thinking - looking inward, and not at worldwide designs. When hostilities between Britain and France broke out - the “French and Indian War” - New Jersey was in difficult fi nancial condition. And with the end of wartime spending, economic depression loomed. The war ended in 1763. The British, successful in their expulsion of the French from Canada, thought the colonies should financially support their presence in North America. After all, they reasoned, American colonists were the beneficiaries of their military protection from the north and west. The British Strengthen Their Grip What began, post-war, were a series of British measures attempting to strengthen their presence in America. The so-called time of “salutary neglect” by the British was over. First came the Sugar Act in 1764. It imposed taxes on the importation of sugar and molasses, and new tax collection rules. In 1765, the Stamp Act was passed by Parliament. It imposed duties on legal documents, newspapers, pamphlets, playing cards, and dice. It affected commerce and freedom of the press, and was widely opposed. New Jersey’s reaction was simple: don’t buy the stamps. After the fi rst stamp tax collector resigned, Governor Franklin declined to appoint a replacement. “Sons of Liberty” groups began to spring up. Best known for Samuel Adams’ efforts in Massachusetts, similar groups formed, (History - See Page 23)

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towns in Cumberland County, and one in Monmouth County - our town.

fi rst in Woodbridge, later in Freehold. The Quartering Act was passed in 1765. It required local governments in the colonies to provide British soldiers with food and shelter. In 1766, The New Jersey Assembly reluctantly agreed to comply. Finally, the dreaded Townshend Acts were passed, ironically in the same month and year that our town would be created - June 1767. Named after Chancellor of the Exchequer Charles Townshend, it took control away from local courts in resolving customs cases, and imposed new duties on imports such as glass, paint, paper - and tea. It was during these times of troubles that our town was created in 1767. The Assembly passed the legislative act on June 24, 1767 creating the “Town of Dover” - a vast area stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the east, Burlington County to the west, the Metedeconk River to the north, and the Forked River to the south. (Today, it would be the entire northern half of Ocean County.) Governor William Franklin signed the act. (A replica of the Town Charter hangs proudly in our Town Hall Meeting Room today.) From 1702 to 1776, other towns were created in New Jersey. Most were by royal charter (between 25-35), twelve by court orders, and seven by acts of the Assembly. Six of those legislative acts created

The “Why” Of History Was our town, the only one along the eastern part of New Jersey established by legislative act, created to appease local, colonial tempers at the time? Was it just time, as history marched forward, to carve out from southern Shrewsbury, a new town? To the south, Stafford Township had been created in 1750 (by royal charter of the King - not by colonial act). Why was Stafford created in a decision 3,000 miles away, by a hereditary monarch, while we were created by a local decision, by elected Assembly members? Ah - the questions of history! We know the who, what, when, where, and how - but not the why. But we do know this: from forsaken terra cognita, we were now a legally recognizable town - the Town of Dover, now, today, the Township of Toms River. SOURCES: Carr, “Seeds of Discontent;” Kull, “N.J.: A History;” Lee, “N.J. As A Colony & As A State;” Pomfret, “Colonial New Jersey;” Snyder, “The Story of N.J.’s Civil Boundaries 1606-1968;” Zinkin, “Place Names of Ocean County 1609-1849.” J. Mark Mutter is the former Clerk of Toms River Township. He was chairman of the Township’s 225 year anniversary committee in 1992 and its 250 year anniversary committee in 2017.

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Around The Jersey shore HUD Provides Immediate Relief For Homeowners Amid Nationwide Coronavirus Response NEW JERSEY – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson, in consultation with the Trump Administration and the Coronavirus Task Force, today authorized the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) to implement an immediate foreclosure and eviction moratorium for single family homeowners with FHA-insured mortgages for the next 60 days. These moratoriums are part of the continued effort by President Trump to address impacts to the financial well-being of America’s individuals, families, and businesses caused by Coronavirus (COVID-19). “Today’s actions will allow households who have an FHA-insured mortgage to meet the challenges of COVID-19 without fear of losing their homes, and help steady market concerns,” said HUD Secretary Ben Carson. “The health and safety of the American people is of the utmost importance to the Department, and the halting of all foreclosure actions and evictions for the next 60 days will provide homeowners with some peace of mind during these trying times.” The guidance issued today applies to homeowners with FHA-insured Title II Single Family forward and Home Equity Conversion (reverse) mortgages, and directs mortgage

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TOMS RIVER – In the beginning of the school year, High School South learned that its application for the United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties Youth Career Pathways grant was a winner, and that’s its vision for Project SPEAR-IT (South’s Pre-Vocational Educational Alternatives Resource Institute) would be realized. Part of that project was the identification and renovation of a new space to host the CTE program long-term, which the students themselves would lead. Well, the students were successful in this effort, and the space is nearly complete. So much so that new woodworking projects are already being hosted in the model classroom. “Nice to finally see some wood chips on the ﬂoor!” exclaimed lead teacher Timothy O’Leary. The program, which boasts partners like Ocean County Vocational Technical School and local trade organizations, will serve as a pre-apprenticeship opportunity for freshmen and sophomores interested in a vocational and CTE pathway. Principal Mike Citta and O’Leary - a licensed contractor himself - have already noted that Project SPEAR-IT has welcomed more students than originally anticipated, and that student engagement and attendance has exceeded expectations. NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 11 - apr 17

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You enjoy being part of the crowd but may want to stand out in it as well. If you’re rebellious, your behavior might create some irritations. Don’t take too many undue risks in the week ahead, as you might upset a valuable relationship. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When you sparkle brightly, you might be dazzling. The urge to mingle and socialize is strong in the early part of the week, but this might annoy someone who expects your undivided attention. Steer clear of dangerous hobbies. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Participating in group meetings, events and outings can bring you closer to people who will help you do better in business or in your job. Focus on creative endeavors, entertainments and hobbies during the earliest part of the week. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Peace and serenity might reign supreme on the home front as this week begins. A loved one might bring a little excitement into your life that puts an end to any boredom, but it could cause you a few worries. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Excellent communication can glue you and a partner together and help the two of you withstand minor disagreements. In the upcoming week, focus on maintaining a happy home life and put job-related ambitions on the back burner. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You might stumble on something that fits your wants and needs perfectly in the beginning of the week. You may make a rewarding purchase that satisfies your need

for beautiful possessions and makes fiscal sense, too. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take your own weather to the picnic. Your cheerful, enthusiastic attitude can turn every frown upside down in the upcoming week. Get a handshake ready because you might meet people who will become bosom buddies. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A passing comment can set you off on a research project as this week begins. Lofty social issues may preoccupy your busy mind, but a loved one might demand a bigger chunk of your time and interrupt your studies. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A loved one or partner might offer suggestions that help you attain your financial ambitions. Take advantage of someone’s wise guidance in the first part of the week, but be sure to stash away some money for a rainy day. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Enjoy having free time on your hands and better luck than usual in the first part of the week. A romantic interlude might bring pleasant surprises, but by the end of the week you’ll be more passionate about material success. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may end up getting burned if you make a big change too soon. Family issues can cause a brief period of agitation. Relax and let things come to you as this week begins and you should be satisfied with the results. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A partner may focus almost exclusively on money and budgets, but you understand that it’s just their way of showing love and affection.Avoid making new contacts in the early part of the week when you aren’t at your best.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Rustic Soup Brings Back Warm Family Memories By Wolfgang Puck I first learned to cook in a kitchen ruled by two strong, loving women: my mother and grandmother. They were both amazing cooks, and all these years later my mouth still waters when I think about the food they prepared. They weren’t fancy about our daily food. Though they both knew how to prepare the finest traditional Austrian dishes, they ran our home smartly and frugally. They grew most of their own vegetables, relying largely on fresh produce straight from our home garden along with smart pantry staples. Among their most reliable staples were dried beans. Of course, they grew most of the beans they used. I remember scarlet runner beans that they let dry on the vines in the summer sun before shelling and storing them. There were white beans like cannellini, too, since we lived so close to the Italian border. And I’m sure they bought more beans at local street markets. For such an inexpensive ingredient, dried beans provide generous flavor and texture, not to mention abundant healthy nutrients such as B vitamins, potassium, complex carbohydrates and fiber, along with good amounts of protein but little fat and no cholesterol. More than just a great accompaniment, they’re robust and flavorful enough to serve as a main dish in their own right. Take, for example, my recipe for white bean soup with root vegetables. With generous quantities of root vegetables, a little bacon for extra flavor (though vegetarians and vegans could leave that out), and optional garnishes of sliced cooked sausage and freshly grated Parmesan (also easy to omit for those who don’t eat meat or dairy), it’s definitely a soup that adds up to a meal in itself. With very little effort on your part, my recipe - which you can make with any variety of dried white beans - yields a generous quantity: 3 quarts (3 liters), the equivalent of a dozen 1-cup (250-mL) servings. So, unless you’re feeding a crowd, you can refrigerate or freeze leftovers to reheat for later. Add some warm, crusty bread, a salad of flavorful leaves like kale, arugula or endive, or just a simple slaw of shredded cabbage and carrots, and you have a perfectly satisfying dinner. It’s the sort of meal that will make you feel as if you’re dining by the fireplace. Once you’ve made the soup a few times, feel free to start experimenting. Use different kinds of beans, vegetables and seasonings. Add a smoked ham hock or turkey leg, if you like. In other words, make the recipe your own, reflecting whatever you have available that’s in season. In other words, cook like my mother and grandmother did. WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH ROOT VEGETABLES Makes 3 quarts (3 L) 2 cups (500 mL) dried white beans 1/4 cup (60 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 quarts (2.5 L) store-bought good-quality low-sodium chicken stock or broth, or vegetable stock or broth

2 ounces (60 g) smoked bacon, about 3 slices, cut crosswise into strips 2 medium yellow onions, peeled, trimmed, and diced 2 large carrots, trimmed, peeled, and diced 2 small celery stalks, trimmed and diced 1 small bulb celeriac, peeled and diced 6 large garlic cloves, peeled and chopped 1/4 cup (60 mL) tomato paste 1 large tomato, about 8 ounces (250 g), peeled, seeded, and chopped 2 or 3 large fresh basil leaves 2 or 3 sprigs fresh Italian parsley 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 sprig fresh rosemary 1/3 cup (85 mL) sherry wine vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper Sliced cooked sausage, for garnish, optional Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish, optional Start prepping the beans the night before. Little by little, spread them out on a clean work surface and sort out any grit or other debris or malformed beans. Put the beans in a strainer, and rinse thoroughly with cold running water. Then, transfer them to a bowl, add cold water to cover them by at least 2 inches (5 cm), and leave at room temperature to soak overnight. Start cooking the soup at least 3 hours before serving time, first draining the beans thoroughly. Heat a large stockpot over medium heat, and add the olive oil. Add the bacon strips and cook, stirring frequently, until they have browned lightly, several minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove and discard the bacon. In another pot, bring the stock or broth to a boil over medium-high heat; then, reduce the heat and keep warm. While the stock is heating, add the onions, carrots, celery and celeriac to the pot containing the oil and bacon fat, and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they begin to turn tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, chopped tomato and drained beans. With kitchen string, securely tie together the basil, parsley, thyme and rosemary. Add the bundle to the pot along with the vinegar and sugar. Pour in the hot stock or broth, and stir well. Season lightly with salt and white pepper. Raise the heat, and bring the liquid to a full boil. Then reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, and adding more stock or fresh water as needed to keep the beans fully covered. When the beans are tender, remove and discard the herb bundle. Ladle out 2 cups (500 mL) of the beans and vegetables and puree them in a blender or food processor, carefully following the manufacturer’s instructions for processing hot liquids safely without spattering. Stir the puree back into the pot. Taste and adjust the seasonings with more salt and pepper. To serve, ladle the soup into heated bowls. If you like, garnish with sausage and Parmesan cheese.

(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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