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─Photo courtesy Manchester Environmental Commission Environmentalists use barrels to collect rain to water plants. By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – A recent torrential rain storm that hit Ocean County reminded township’s Environmental Commission Chairwoman Peggy Middaugh of two words: rain barrels. A rain barrel captures rain from the roof by placing an attachment to the downspout and directing the rainfall to collect in the rain barrel. Most have a spigot to attach to a hose to water the flowers and shrubs in the garden.

That was the perfect weather for rain barrels, Middaugh said. She recently announced that Save Barnegat Bay is collaborating with Manchester Township and the Manchester Environmental Commission for the township’s second Rain Barrel Workshop on Wednesday, June 24 from 6-7 p.m. “You should attend this workshop if you would like to receive a free rain barrel and learn how to install and maintain it for your home. This is a vir-

tual zoom meeting and will be one hour long,” she added. Registration is required and the interactive 60-minute session is open to the interested public. The Rain Barrel will be available for pick up on June 25 - 26 beginning at 9 a.m. at SBB HQ at 117 Haines Road, Toms River. There will be a rain barrel question and answer session held on July 1 at 6 p.m. It will also be a Zoom meeting. Partic-

ipants will have to purchase their own silicone caulk and plumbers’ tape to complete the assembly of the rain barrels. Middaugh said that rain barrel builders will need GE Silicone 1 All Purpose 100% Silicone Caulk. Although the program is free, donations are always appreciated to help keep this program alive. Donations can be made at savebarnegatbay.org/ donate/. Rain Barrels will be provided to Manchester residents who attend.

Supporters Celebrate Trump On Flag Day

By Bob Vosseller POINT PLEASANT BEACH – It was billed as one of two rallies in support of President Donald J. Trump but it had more of an atmosphere of a beach party - which was fine for those who turned out for the Flag Day gathering. About 20 Trump supporters turned out in

shorts, bathing suits, red hats and red, white and blue attire for the oceanfront event which ran from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the borough. A second rally was held at the Middletown Shopping Center Kings Highway that day. “The idea is to get people to come out and gather with those who support Donald Trump for

president and to network, have a good time and talk and share different ideas with people,” event organizer Daryl Brooks, Trenton, said. “We’re all having a nice time and we’ve been organizing and protesting to open up New Jersey so we are out here networking,” he added. On Memorial Day a

large rally was held at the borough’s Silver Lake Parking lot calling for a relaxation if not full out cancellation of Gov. Phil Murphy’s COVID-19 pandemic restrictions and quarantine citing the economic impact on businesses throughout the state and questioning the medical data that was used to make that

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decision. A number of small American f lags were placed on the beach and birthday cake was served up to attendees in honor of the President’s birthday which happened to fall on Flag Day, June 14. A Trump re-election banner was flying as well. “We really just want (Flag - See Page 4)

By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Township Mayor Kenneth Palmer said that due to recent record level increases in water caused by lawn irrigation, steps needed to be taken to conserve water. In a recently issued statement, the mayor said that “during summer months, customer demands for water increase dramatically due to lawn irrigation. Reducing water use during peak periods is essential to our provision of an uninterrupted supply of water, particularly in emergencies, such as fires.” Mayor Palmer outlined several mandatory lawn and landscape watering restrictions that will became effective “in our Eastern Service Area beginning June 12, until further notice.” The Eastern Service Area generally includes the portion of the Township lying along Route 37 and east of the Lakehurst Naval Air Engineering Station/Joint Base McGuire Dix Lakehurst. Watering shall be defined as the sprinkling, watering or irrigation of shrubbery, trees, lawns, grass, ground covers, plants, vines, gardens, vegetables, flowers, or any vegetation. Properties with odd numbered street addresses may water only on odd calendar dates (such as June 29) except for the 31st of a month on which watering is prohibited. Properties with even numbered street addresses may water only on even calendar dates (such as June 30). Watering is not permitted between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 pm. and watering of any single area shall not exceed 30 minutes in a day. These restrictions shall apply to all residential and commercial properties served by Manchester Township that are located in the Water Utility’s Eastern Service Area except for public parks, public recreation areas and nurseries. Hanging plants are exempt and any newly seeded or sodded lawn areas for up to thirty days after initial seeding or sodding are also exempt provided there is a small sign visible from the street in the front yard indicating “new seed” or “new sod” and the date of (Water - See Page 12)

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people to come out in support and enjoy themselves,” Brooks added. The rally was not organized in conjunction with any county or local Republican political organizations but Brooks said he expected some members of Republican groups to stop by. He and Frank Cott had organized the two events along with Michael Shapiro who was present on the beach and who also came out for the Memorial Day protest. “We’ve been protesting since March for businesses to reopen and against the tyranny of Murphy and his executive order and the stay at home order. We were fighting for small businesses. We’ve been doing all this work - night, day 24/7 - and today is just about coming out having a piece of cake, flying the flag for Flag Day, celebrate President Trump’s birthday. Today is just a happy day,” Ayla Wolf said. She organized the Memorial Day protest held in the borough. “Our rallies include everyone. We are for everyone. Trump has never really been a Republican; he isn’t really a Democrat either. He is anti-establishment and we are celebrating him for that. Republicans hate him, Democrats hate him but he’s really not either party,” Wolf said. Sporting a red cap with the number 45 embroidered in white, Candace Moore noted that along with Brooks, she was not the only black American to be part of the rally. “I’m new to the group. I’m from Pennsylvania but I have friends around here and I wanted to come and hang out with some fellow Trump supporters. It encourages you to stand your ground. I will be voting for Trump

─Photo by Bob Vosseller While billed as a political support rally, a group of supporters for the president were taking part in a networking and beach party atmosphere in Point Pleasant Beach on June 14.

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Fireworks Postponed To Labor Day Weekend By Chris Lundy BE AC H WO OD – T h e f i r e wo r k s over the Toms R iver, organ ized by Beachwood, has been postponed until September 5, on Labor Day weekend, Mayor Ron Roma said. “The f ireworks may well have an attendance of upwards of 15,000 people,” Roma said. “This would make it impossible to practice the Governor’s order of limited outdoor group gatherings and social distancing.” It was not an easy decision to make, but after much discussion, the governing body and the Beachwood Fireworks Committee decided to move the event to the Saturday of Labor Day weekend. “Please remember to celebrate our country’s independence on July 4 by f lying your American f lags proudly,” Roma added. “And if you are inclined to use fireworks please use the utmost caution. Practicing fireworks safety is a must.” In 2018, there weren’t any fireworks at all, again due to forces beyond their control.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F EATURED L ETTER My Mother's Recovery From COVID-19 I n ea rly Apr il, my 74-year-old mother, a highrisk patient, contracted COVID-19 while in an assisted living facility in Pennsylvania. She was successfully treated in a hospital outside of Philadelphia, PA with a blend of treatments including oxygen, chloroquine (treatment for malaria), antibiotics, and Tylenol. Because of the attentive healthcare workers and their responsiveness, she was not put on a ventilator, despite her sudden spike in fever and drop in oxygen levels. Some physicians treating COVID-19 patients report ventilators to be causing more harm than good and should be used only as a last resort. This has been reaffirmed by the recent treatment guidelines issued by the National Institute of Health. I am eternally grateful for the excellent and smart care that my mother received and it has made me think about the big picture of present and future therapies for COVID-19. Physicians and hospitals should be open to all possible treatments for COVID-19. Successful treatments, like the ones my mother received, are available now. Patients have also had successful recoveries using Remdesivir, a strong antiviral medicine. And most recently, a very old therapy model – blood plasma from recovered patients – is being seriously investigated. Other methods for healing patients have been reported around the globe but are not routinely explored here. Intravenous vitamin C, a known anti-inflammatory nutrient and immune system booster, is just one of these. Treatments using a mix of hydrogen and oxygen gases, known as hydrogen therapy, seem to be

able to turn oxygen deprivation symptoms around by reducing the causes of inflammation in the body. In addition, homeopathy has had success in India for COVID-19, as it has had success in many other times in history during widespread infections. Our medical professionals and government leaders must be open to learning from other successful methods around the world. Being open to various ways of treating patients will save lives. As one of New Jersey’s new laws removes malpractice liability for healthcare practitioners during this crisis, there is a great opportunity to think outside the box and to try new treatments with patient consent. Attempts at creating a vaccine for coronavirus have not been successful in the past. Our focus should be on individualized treatments. Even if a vaccine is successfully developed, it won’t be ready for use for a long time (one year – 18 months) and it will not be appropriate for everyone. It is imperative to find feasible solutions for infected individuals now. Making sure that we maintain and strengthen treatment options is not only important for COVID-19 and any infection but it is also critical for individual health. As we move forward to the point when we can return to our lives - our livelihoods, schooling and social gatherings - let us make sure to preserve health care choices. And let us not allow politics, business incentives or tunnel vision get in the way of truly healing people who become ill. Hilary Jersey Lawrence

A Plan To Lower State Taxes Governor Murphy! Don’t squander your best chance to show true leadership! Governor, you have recently been talking about a “fiscal disaster” in the post-corona period. Knowing your DNA make up, you might be rushing to raise taxes as a solution to this disaster. Governor, do not use the corona crisis as an excuse to satisfy your longterm itch to raise our taxes or to create new ones. You should instead use this crisis to cut spending and slash costs, like any reasonable family or private business would do, when faced with a financial disaster. It’s time to show the world that you are capable of doing more than raising taxes or parading your face on TV telling us how many people got infected or died from corona. We would like to remind you that the residents of New Jersey are already taxed up to the hilt and this is not the time to play favoritism towards your political allies at the expense of the taxpayers. You should be keen of one important point. Your polls are currently high and you might be flying high too. However, we would like to remind you of the fate of two of your predecessors, Governor McGreevey who raised taxes and Governor Christie whose polls were so high after storm Sandy, that he felt emboldened to do anything he wanted. Both of them went crashing down. And remember the first President Bush? His polls were in the stratosphere after Desert Storm. However, he got booted out of oﬃce shortly after, because of higher taxes. So don’t feel emboldened, Governor, by your high polls. Polls can change in the blink of an eye. This is the most appropriate time to cut expenses and it’s been long overdue. For that matter, we offer our own recommendations that we pub-

Letters Editor lished on Facebook inTo April The be unnecessary to raise any 2018 at facebook.com/njptr and on our website at njptr. org. In fact, Mr. Sweeney’s “Path to Progress” mirrors our recommendations, except that ours were published three months before he published his, so don’t think we copied them. So if you are reluctant to use his because his name is attached to them, please use ours, take credit for them and call them the “Murphy’s recommendations to save New Jersey from a financial catastrophe.” How should you handle the financial crisis coming our way? Two simple steps: 1. In the short term, freeze all public workers and teachers’ salaries at their current levels until the financial crisis improves, and 2. In the long term, cut the exorbitant healthcare and pension benefits they currently enjoy for all new hires. (Public workers and teachers: Please spare me your sob stories, this does not affect you or apply to you) It’s ironic that during this crisis, no public workers or teachers lost a penny compared to the private sector people who got crushed by losing their jobs and their businesses, are still waiting for their stimulus checks or unemployment benefits, and still have to pay the high salaries and exorbitant benefits of those public workers. Governor, the pain should be shared equally by all parties. We’re all in it together, aren’t we? The private sector already paid the price for this crisis, it’s now time for the State workers to share in that pain. By following our recommendations, it will

taxes or to have any mass layoffs of public workers, like you suggested here and there, since the money saved will be enough for all public workers to keep their jobs. Governor, this is your best chance to show true leadership. If you raise taxes, your daily TV appearances will be long forgotten by the next election. The people will only remember the pain, the suffering and the higher taxes you inflicted on them and on their families. So what side will you be on, Governor? The public workers whose salaries and exorbitant benefits are still intact despite a major financial crisis, or the private sector and taxpayers who got devastated during that crisis and still have to pay those public workers’ high salaries and benefits? Do the right thing, Governor. This is not the time to play politics. Control your impulses and reject any proposal from the NJEA and the public sector unions, who will most likely pressure you to raise our taxes to keep their benefits intact. Otherwise, you will risk triggering the worst depression New Jersey has ever known, which will be deservedly named “The Murphy’s Depression.” Don’t believe me, Gorvernor? Ask your friend Ben Bernanke. He is the expert of the Great Depression of 1929 and the architect, along with Greenspan, of the Great Recession of 2008. George Kneisser Executive Director NJ Citizens for Property Tax Reform

Republicans Stifling Right To Vote It is absolutely appalling that some Republicans in this nation such as in the states of Iowa and Georgia are now, in a presidential election year, in the middle of a still deadly pandemic, actively taking steps to deny Americans the democratic right to vote! Just reported in Iowa despite great success in voter participation by mail in their recent primary, Republicans in that state then quickly took measures to enact legislation to prevent mail-in voting, outrageous! In Georgia recently voters who went to vote in primaries in their state found themselves waiting i n long, long li nes for hours despite getting up very early in the morning to exercise their democratic right to vote! They were told that either newly received voting machines were not working right or that poll workers did not have the correct codes for the machines! Have our local, state and federal Republicans i n New Jersey stood up and loudly condemned these obvious and deplorable efforts by Republicans in other states to shamefully suppress voting? Answer: No! Patricia Murphy Toms River

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$280M Funding Available For NJ Hospitals Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez, a senior member of the Senate Finance com mit tee that sets national health policy, and Cory Booker announced $280,127,442 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to suppor t safet y- net hospitals across New Jersey. The senators secured this special funding in the CARES Act and Paycheck Protection Act. “Hospitals throughout New Jersey have been on t he f rontli nes of t he COVID-19 pandemic. Our safety net hospitals have been especially hard hit by this pandemic and this critical f u nding will allow them to continue providing top-notch care for our state’s most vulnerable populations,” said Sen. Menendez. “If we allowed these hospitals to fail, we would failed the countless New Jerseyans that rely on them for their health care. I have been pressing HHS to release additional funds from the provider fund and I will continue f ighting for the funding and resources our hospitals,

providers and state needs t o c omb a t a nd r e c ove r from this vir us.” “I nsuf f icient f u nd i ng for New Jersey’s safet y net hospit als not only jeopardizes their ability to care for some of our most vulnerable populations, but also th reatens thei r f i nancial viabilit y,” said Sen. Booker. “We must ensure our hospitals primarily serving Medicaid and low-income patients have the resources needed to provide quality care to all, particularly during the cur rent public health crisis. I am pleased to see HHS release this critical funding to New Jersey hospitals so we can continue to protect the health and safety of all of our residents.” S e n . Me n e n d e z le d a bip a r t i s a n letter, along with Sen. Booker, that urged HHS and Centers for Medicare a nd Med icaid Ser v ices to d isper se this f unding as quickly as possible. In normal times, these hospitals face high-uncompensated care costs and bring in signif icantly lower revenue than other hospitals; the pandemic has severely exacerbated these disparities. The patients these hospitals serve often face underlying health conditions and barriers to quality health care, meaning they’re at higher risk of contracting COVID-19.

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By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – As restaurants begin to reopen, the Ocean County Health Department will be some of the first people in the establishments, inspecting them to make sure patrons and employees are safe. Outdoor dining began on June 15. The inspectors will be making the rounds as these open. Previous to this date, the Health Department had been inspecting restaurants that are offering curbside and drive through services, as well as grocery stores. “The main goals of the compliance checks up to this point were to ensure substantial compliance with the New Jersey State Food Code,” said Daniel Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator/Health Oﬃcer. “Oﬃcial ratings were not given at that time, however a facility that was not in substantial compliance would have been given a full inspection and time afforded to correct issues.” Any eatery that is not complying with COVID-19 executive orders will be referred to the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department for enforcement, he said. “We not only want to make sure you’re safe from food-borne illness and other health concerns while dining out but we also want to keep everyone safe when we are in these establishments doing our job,” said OCHD Environmental Health Coordinator John Protonentis. “We’ll have a typical busy summer ahead of us with approximately 3,250 retail food establishments within the jurisdiction of the OCHD with a good amount scheduled for inspection. The OCHD will also continue to provide guidance and assistance to long-term health care facility food preparation activities to those that request such.” The following is a list of rules that establishments must follow:

Ensure all areas designated for food and/or beverage consumption are in conformance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations; Limit capacity to a number that ensures all patrons can remain six feet apart from all other patrons at all times, except for those patrons with whom they are sharing a table; Ensure that tables seating individual groups are six feet apart in all directions and that individual seats in any shared area that is not reserved for individual groups, such as an outdoor bar area, are also six feet apart in all directions; Prohibit patrons from entering the indoor premises of the food or beverage establishment, except to walk through such premises when entering or exiting the food or beverage establishment in order to access the outdoor area, or to use the restroom; Require patrons to wear a face covering while inside the indoor premises of the food or beverage establishment, unless the patron has a medical reason for not doing so or is a child under two years of age; and Prohibit smoking in any outdoor areas designated for the consumption of food and/or beverages. The requirement that food or beverage establishments impose this prohibition shall automatically sunset once food or beverage establishments are permitted to offer in-person service in indoor areas. “The OCHD still expect our residents to follow social distancing and health hygiene measures whether dining out or participating in other activities,” Regenye said. “Food establishment managers and their staff must encourage customers to follow these guidelines if we hope to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus moving forward.” For more information about these guidelines, visit ochd.org.

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By Judy Smestad-Nunn LAKEWOOD - A patriotic Army veteran has a plan to bring his neighbors together and to see each other once a day in their adult community during this period of quarantine by coming out of their homes every day at 5:30 p.m. and singing “God Bless America.” John J. Mirabella, 75, spent 313 days in Vietnam in 1966-1967 after being drafted. He lived in Essex and Sussex counties before moving to Four Seasons in Lakewood 13 years ago. He said that he plans on singing the song until the coronavirus ends. Mirabella got the message out via email, social media, and a robo-call made to the residents through their management oﬃce for his “United We Sing” idea, and pockets of up to a dozen residents in his community can be seen outside singing the song every evening. “A lot of people here live alone, and this helps them because they can see and talk to each other while maintaining a distance,” Mirabella said. He said he also sings “God Bless America” to his flag in the mornings when he wakes up. “I like to sing, but people don’t like to hear me,” he joked. “My cat runs away.” Mirabella is a combat veteran of Vietnam and a Purple Heart recipient who walks with a cane due to a bullet wound he sustained in combat that shattered the neck of his femur. The bone never set properly, he said. “I’m very patriotic,” he said. “This country needs something to bring us together. This song is about pride and appreciation, and it came close to becoming our national anthem.” There are a lot of veterans in Four Seasons, and in all of the adult communities in Ocean County. Mirabella has served as a hospice volunteer and as a chairperson for their We Honor Veterans Program since 2013. According to the hospice website, We Honor Veterans is designed to empower hospice

professionals to meet the unique needs of dying veterans. After taking a one-week course, the volunteer is taught respectful inquiry, compassionate listening, and grateful acknowledgement to comfort patients with a history of military and possibly physical or physiological trauma. Mirabella works as a volunteer with VNA Hospice on Hooper Avenue, and has been with over 200 veterans in hospice, averaging 10-12 hours a week. “I introduce myself, we have a little ceremony, and we talk about whatever they want to talk about,” he said. The program is on hold right now during the quarantine, Mirabella added. “Veterans are forgotten,” Mirabella said. He gets a lot of satisfaction from interacting with the hospice patients and giving their caregiver a break, he said. “The first time I went to see one of the veterans, who was in his 90s, his wife said that he really doesn’t talk much,” Mirabella recalled. Mirabella added, “I suggested that we look at pictures together, and his wife got them out. Afterwards she said that was the most he had talked in a long time.” He said that being veterans creates an immediate bond. “When I retired, I thought, what value do I have? Some people make it all about themselves,” he said. “I have enough time for myself.” Four Seasons resident Dorothy Rohland said she comes out and sings every night with Mirabella. “It makes me feel like I’m doing something meaningful,” she said. “It’s good for me. I love our country and I have faith in it.” Neighbor Francine Greenberg said she is patriotic and singing the song is her way of paying her respects to Mirabella. “John is very loyal to veterans, and it’s very important to treat the government well, especially our wounded veterans,” she said. “He goes out of his way to help people.” Mirabella was awarded “Patriot of the Year” by the Military Order of the Purple Heart for the State of New Jersey in 2017-2018.

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By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – There are more than 3,000 food establishments in Ocean County and many restaurants and eateries will soon be taking advantage of the opportunity to provide outside dining to residents and visitors. County officials are looking to make this reality as it works with municipalities where restaurants are located on county roads. Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly said that “up until now many of these restau rants have been allowed only curbside pickup and delivery due to Gov. Murphy’s executive order forcing the closure of restaurants.” Kelly is the liaison to the Ocean County Engineering Department. He added, “we have received a number of calls from municipalities asking that we help accommodate restaurants located on county roads that want to have outside dining. We want to do everything we can to make this happen safely.” Outside dining started up on June 15. The Board of Freeholders can only assist on County roads. Ocean County has been in discussions with town officials from Seaside Heights, Point Pleasant Beach and Toms River Township to determine the best set-up that will allow a good dining experience while keeping everyone safe,

Kelly noted. The County will allow for the temporary closure of one block of Washington Street, a County road, from Main Street to Robbins Parkway to accommodate outside dining in Toms River while in Seaside Heights and Point Pleasant Beach, the County roadways will remain open for the motoring public but will allow for barricades to be positioned to block off the parking spaces along the roadway so people can safely access the restaurants while dining tables will be located on the sidewalk. “We are working to help our small businesses that have been dramatically impacted financially by the coronavirus,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. Vicari said, “we want to do all we can to accommodate them while keeping safety a priority. Their economic health is the county’s economic health. We wish Gov. Murphy had allowed for this sooner.” Each request by a municipality will be taken on a case by case basis according to Kelly. “As of right now we are working with the towns to assist in meeting the needs of these businesses. It is key to their future and their success,” Kelly added. Ocean County Administrator Carl W. Block said the provisions will not go beyond the coronavirus emergency.

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, 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). “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 applies to homeowners with FHA-insured Title II Single Family forward and Home Equity Conversion (reverse)

mortgages, and directs mortgage servicers to: • Halt all new foreclosure actions and suspend all foreclosure actions currently in process; and • Cease all evictions of persons from FHA-insured single-family properties. “This is an uncertain time for many Americans, particularly those who could experience a loss of income. As such, we want to provide FHA borrower households with some immediate relief given the current circumstances,” said Federal Housing Commissioner Brian Montgomery. “Our actions today make it clear where the priority needs to be.” FHA continues to encourage servicers to offer its suite of loss mitigation options to distressed borrowers – including those that could be impacted by the Coronavirus – to help prevent them from going into foreclosure. These include short and long-term forbearance options, mortgage modifications, and other mortgage payment relief options available based on the borrower’s individual circumstances. HUD’s mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. More information about HUD and its programs is available at hud.gov.

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By Chris Lundy NEW JERSEY – Gov. Phil Murphy announced during his June 9 press conference that the stayat-home order has been lifted, and that outdoor gatherings – including those for graduations and religious services – are going to be allowed. The stay-at-home order was issued on March 21 to slow the spread of COVID-19, and medical professionals have said this has been successful. “We would not be at this point today had we not taken this step,” he said. The stay-at-home order has saved countless lives. The stay-at-home order was rescinded immediately. Additionally, the capacity for indoor events has increased. The new headcount is whichever is less: 25 percent of the building’s capacity or 50 people. Face coverings and social distancing of 6 feet is still required. He did note that if the downward trend of cases reverses, then restrictions might be enforced again. Outside Events The studies show that transmission is less frequent outside, Murphy said. Therefore, restrictions on outside events will be more lenient.

The limit for outdoor gatherings is being increased to 100 people, Murphy said. Any gathering that falls under the 1st Amendment, such as religious gatherings outside or protests, are exempt from that number. The state expects to increase the number to 250 people on June 22 and 500 people on July 6. Therefore, schools should prepare for graduations with as many as 500 people as soon as they are allowed on July 6. All outdoor recreation is now being allowed, except in the case of amusement parks, water parks and arcades because these businesses have a high number of people with high-touch surfaces, he said. Pools can also open on June 22. Religious Ceremonies The governor made a special note to explain that the changes apply to religious ceremonies. Houses of worship can welcome 25 percent of their capacity or 50 people. They can also have outdoor gatherings. Murphy said that if a religious leader doesn’t feel comfortable opening up a house of worship for ceremonies, they are not being required to do so.

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TRENTON – Health and safety standards for municipal pools and private swim clubs set to reopen June 22 were issued by the New Jersey Department of Health. The guidelines include parameters for reduced capacity; social distancing in and out of the water; enhanced cleaning and disinfection procedures; and other measures to avoid the spread of COVID-19. Pools facilities are defined as conventional pools, hot tubs, spas, wading pools, special pur pose pools, pools operated by or ser ving campgrounds, clubs, churches, cities, common interest communities, counties as well as other types outlined in the guidelines. Gov. Murphy signed Executive Order 153 permitting these facilities to open as of June 22. Facilities are required to develop a COVID-19 Pool Operation Prevention Plan that complies with the guidelines and the Executive Order. “Pools provide a welcome respite from heat as well as recreational opportunities,” said Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. She added, “ these st and ards will ensure that precautions are in place t o p r o t e c t t h e h e a lt h of s t a f f a n d pool-goers while enjoying the pool this summer.” Under the guidelines, staff must be

screened for fever and symptoms on entering. Facilities are urged to stagger access to entry and exit points to avoid congregation, and reduce capacity to 50% for the facility and grounds. Social distancing of six feet is also required while in the water, as well as on the pool deck, with the exception of immediate family members, caretakers, household members, or romantic partners. A sign-in sheet is to be maintained for all staff and patrons to facilitate potential contact tracing efforts. Patrons can use their own water play equipment, such as goggles, snorkels, f i ns, k ickboa rds, pool noodles and toys, but sha r i ng is proh ibited and such equipment cannot be rented for patrons’ use. Staff and pool-goers are encouraged to wear a cloth face covering outside of the pool when social distancing of six feet cannot be maintained, with the exception of children under age 2 and lifeguards on active duty. Sharing furniture and equipment such as lounge chairs, towels, umbrellas and other equipment provided to patrons is prohibited except among immediate family members, caretakers, household members or romantic partners. Cleaning and disinfecting are required after each use.

Georgian Court To Freeze Undergrad Tuition For 2020-2021

OCEAN COUNTY – Georgian Court University plans to freeze their undergraduate tuition for the 2020-2021 school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The announcement was made at a recent board of trustees meeting. University spokesperson Gail Towns NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE

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New Jersey is continuing to identify new cases of COVID-19 but our “curve” will continue to flatten but the virus will remain with us for at least the remainder of the year. In my opinion, the “new normal” will include a) social distancing, b) continued use of wearing a mask, c) frequent hand washing, and d) no more hugs for a while. Telepractice will become increasing popular in all medical fields, including hearing healthcare. Remote programming of hearing aids has been available for several years, but in my opinion, the majority of our patients calling our oﬃces cannot benefit from remote programming. During this pandemic, due to the frequent use of wearing a mask, dozens have “lost” their hearing instruments or broke a receiver wire. Many other patients have a “dead” hearing aid and the only way to fix it is to send it back to the manufacturer. Remote programming would be a complete waste of time in these instances. We have continued to offer “curbside services” and/or drop off services at our Toms River oﬃce. This concierge service is critical during this time of uncertainty as well as the increased importance of communication with family and friends.

As our oﬃces begin to transition to opening again, the “new normal” will require us to scan temperatures, ask patients specific questions related to covid-19 symptoms, stagger appointments so there’s no more than two patients in our oﬃce at the same time and allow extra time to disinfect all areas once the patient has left. This “new normal” will significantly limit the total number of patients we can see but it’s absolutely critical to follow these procedures at least for the remainder of the year. For over 30 years, Garden State Hearing & Balance Center is here to help anyone who is suffering from hearing loss and/ or can’t communicate with their loved ones because they’re hearing aid stopped working. In these times of social isolation, it’s imperative that we communicate with our loved ones. We need that connection for psychosocial and cognitive support. If you need our help, please call us at 732-818-3610. We will be re-opening very soon! Please stay healthy, stay home, practice social distancing and I promise you there will be a bright light at the end of the tunnel. All the Best! Dr. Izzy

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

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Most people with diabetes have to avoid fruits entirely, at least the starchy sort. But I think figs are okay. Figs made news in 2019, and I bet it wasn’t even a 2 second blip on the news when researchers published profoundly useful benefits! We now know that a fig-derived compound called “abscisic acid” may be helpful for metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Why is this important? It’s time to stop making yourself crazy and just enjoy your food again. My book, Diabetes Without Drugs, explains exactly how to do that. See any chain book store, Amazon or my own website. Also, I am happy to send you some delicious recipes via email. Here are some tips for healthy eating: 1. Fig Fruit. Include fig fruits, or take a dietary supplement that contains this ingredient as part of its formula. Clinical studies support “abscisic acid” for blood sugar benefits, and it ranks up there with gymnema sylvestre, cinnamon and berberine. 2. Oils. Don’t use old oils, freshen them periodically because they go rancid quickly. Some healthy oils include almond oil, grape seed oil, tea seed and olive oil. Some oils are more harmful because they cause higher levels of inflammatory compounds. If you’re interested in my other article, find it on my website. It’s called “The Best and Worst Oils to Cook With.”

3. Flour. One of my favorite flours to cook with is almond flour, as in 100% blanched almonds. Almond flour has approximately 20 carbs per cup, versus over 70 carbs for wheat flour. It also contains “salicin” which is a cousin to aspirin so it has analgesic benefits! Almond flour is also gluten-free. 4. Alcohol. It attacks your pancreas which is the organ that controls blood sugar. So I highly recommend you avoid alcohol. I’d suggest you pay the few extra dollars to buy alcohol-free extracts of vanilla and almond for your baking recipes. 5. Cheese. Cheese is like dope to some of us! Cheese contains a protein called “casein” and also “beta Casomorphine-7” which act on your brain’s opiate receptors! Milk has some, but it’s really concentrated in cheese and ice cream. That’s where the nefarious oxycodone, heroine and morphine drugs bind to! This presents a challenge for people who have diabetes and/or dairy allergies. For those of you who want to be casein free, skip the cheese entirely. But if you want to try an experiment, test yourself with a sheep or goat-derived cheese. People with diabetes have the same nutritional needs as anyone else so eat a well-balanced diet. The right foods sustain and improve your health because they are natural and not man-made. Basically, the “right foods” have a shorter distance between Point A and Point B meaning there is a direct line from the Earth to your plate.

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Governor Says More Businesses To Reopen During Pandemic By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – Gov. Phil Murphy promised more re-openings in the state would soon occur but those violating the current order should take note as he also pledged to take action toward violators. During his June 12 press conference update of pandemic conditions in New Jersey he announced that more reopening’s would occur

based on data about the coronavirus impact has continued to lessen. He noted the addition of 495 cases of COVID-19 and 48 additional deaths. He added that his administration would soon be willing a lawsuit against Asbury Park to stop plans on June 15 to restart its indoor dining. Asbury Park restaurants are hesitant to open their doors and face possible fines, but city

oﬃcials say their economy has experienced to much suffering for too long a time. The governor noted the number of cases of the coronavirus has totalled to 166,164 and 12, 489 people have died from the virus. Among the agencies and businesses that will be reopened are libraries that can do curbside pickup, beauty salons and barber shops that can reopen on June 22 along with

cosmetology shops, day and medical spays though not steam rooms, saunas or shared bathing facilities. Also able to reopen on June 22 are electrology faciliites, hair-braiding shops, massage parlors, nail salons, tanning salons and tattoo parlors. The governor said he’d be announcing guidelines on how these businesses can operate but some of the requirements include pre-screening and temperature checks, staff/client pairs must be six feet apart unless there are physical barriers and appointment only service only. Other requirements include that masks be work. The guidelines will be released regarding summer educational programs. Already restarting are daycare, indoor retail and outdoor dining on June 15. The governor has credited the public’s cooperation with social distancing and due to business shutdowns as the reason for the state’s flattening of the curve and the declining number of COVID-19 cases. “We’re taking steps in small batches,” Gov. Murphy said. During his June 9 press conference that the stay-at-home order has been lifted, and that outdoor gatherings – including those for graduations and religious services – will now be permitted. The stay-at-home order was first issued on March 21 to slow down the spread of the virus, and medical experts have said this has been successful. Murphy said, “the stay-at-home order has saved countless lives.” The governor added, that if the downward trend of cases reverses, then restrictions might be enforced again.

Lake Meadows Planning August Trip

WHITING – The Lake Meadows travel club is planning its two day trip to Dover Downs on Aug. 12. The package includes one night at Dover Downs Casino, $50 slot play, ticket to the Tribute to Diana Ross & The Supremes Show, one breakfast and one dinner buffet, round trip transportation and gratuities. The fee is $199 per person, double occupancy and $249 s ingle occupancy. There will be no refunds. On Oct. 30, the club will host its Fall Foliage Lunch Cruise. Enjoy the day of a festive table served lunch, dancing and live entertainment all while taking in the breathtaking autumn views of the Hudson River. Then to top off the day, a stop at Delicious Orchards. $129. The per person cost includes transportation and gratuities. Bus leaves our clubhouse at 8:45 a.m. and returns 5:30 p.m.. There will be no refunds. Also in the planning stage to fi nish out the year the club will visit the Brownstone for lunch. For information and questions, call Barbara Querques at 848-227-3757.

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By Chris Lundy TRENTON – In the wake of the worldwide protests against the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer, State Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal outlined plans to revise how New Jersey officers use force. The Use of Force Policy will determine when the state’s 36,000 law enforcement officers can and can’t use force against civilians. Additionally, there will be public comment on this policy. Residents can comment online and there will also be listening sessions in every county hosted by the county prosecutor. Grewal will host an online forum on June 24 to discuss the current policy and describe some of the changes that might occur. You can register for this by visiting register.gotowebinar.com/register/2061728745537443599. “The Use of Force Policy affects everyone, and so everyone should have the opportunity to weigh in on its revisions,” said Attorney General Grewal. “We want to hear from a broad cross-section of our state: police officers, civil rights advocates, religious leaders, victims’ rights organizations, and community members. We especially want to hear from those that have had negative experiences with law enforcement officers because we are committed to getting this right. By engaging residents across New Jersey, we will

ensure that the updated policy reflects New Jersey’s values.” The public comments can be given at nj.gov/oag/force, which will be open through August 1, 2020. The portal allows residents to submit comments about any aspect of the Use of Force Policy, but specifically requests input on topics that will be discussed as part of the revision process, including: Specific tactics designed to subdue a subject (e.g., chokeholds, neck restraints, strikes to the head and face, use of police dogs); Engaging subjects with serious mental illness or substance abuse issues; Exhausting all other reasonable means (e.g., verbal warnings) and pursuing de-escalation before resorting to deadly force; Applying force proportionate to the subject’s alleged conduct (e.g., limiting the use of force when the subject has committed a non-violent offense); Less-than-lethal uses of force (e.g., bean bag shots, rubber bullets, disabling netting); Duty to intervene when another oﬃcer engages in excessive use of force; Firing a weapon at a moving vehicle; High-speed car pursuits; Reporting and training requirements; and Any other proposals that reduce the risk of injury and death to civilians while maintaining the safety of police oﬃcers.

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approaches the area. Customers will also receive a card explaining the program. The local post oﬃce started placing the paw stickers on mailboxes on June 12, where appropriate. This is especially important if the carrier delivers a package to the door of the residence. A yellow sticker indicates a dog resides at the next delivery address. An orange sticker means a dog resides at that address. In addition to reducing the incidents of dog bites and attacks, The PAWS Program may help dog owners avoid liability in the event of an attack. The Postal Service wants every delivery to be a safe one. The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses, and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Compassionate Care Hospice/Amedisys needs volunteers interested in walking along side another. Requirements: compassion and a loving heart! There is training for you and you will become part of a team of professionals who

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Freeholder Tells State Not To Remove Senior Freeze, Homestead Rebate

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari wants the state to reconsider any planned reductions to New Jersey’s Senior Freeze and Homestead Rebate property tax relief programs. Vicari, who serves as chairman of the county’s oﬃce of senior services said, “with more than 173,000 seniors living in Ocean County, these programs provide substantial help to our seniors many of whom are living solely on monthly Social Security checks. “When your monthly income is no more than $1,400 from Social Security, taking away these programs will only increase the severe financial hardship already experienced by this vulnerable population,” Vicari said. To qualify for the senior freeze, seniors must meet all the eligibility requirements for each year from the base year through the application year. The Homestead Rebate Benefit program also provides property tax relief to eligible homeowners. For most homeowners, the benefit is distributed to their municipality in the form of a credit, which reduces their property taxes. Vicari said, “both of these programs are critical to the ongoing self-suﬃciency and

financial security of older adults in Ocean County. It’s imperative that we all advocate for our seniors so they can hold on to the programs that provide them some property tax relief.” “Our most vulnerable and frailest residents have been greatly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, counties and municipalities have worked hand in hand to provide as much assistance as possible to help them through this time. This proposed action by the state will be a detriment to the people who have been affected the most,” Vicari added Around 60,000 seniors in Ocean County could be affected if these cuts are made and according to the Elder Economic Security Standard, the average Social Security benefit provides an elderly person living alone in Ocean County only 54 to 76 percent of the amount needed to cover basic expenses. Ocean County seniors living alone on an income equivalent to the federal poverty guideline can cover only 36 to 51 percent of their basic living expenses. “The effect on Ocean County will be disproportionate from the rest of the state because we have the largest senior population in the state,” Vicari said. “Now is not the time to introduce this change.”

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Police Work Changes During Pandemic

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Roadways were largely deserted during the first weeks of the coronavirus pandemic, and traffic summonses were “way down,” said Brick Police Chief James Riccio, but as time went on, that is no longer the case, he said in a recent phone interview. “Right now, we’re getting back to - if you want to call it - normal,” he said. “In the height of it, we weren’t pulling over cars unless it was absolutely necessary, like reckless driving, because of the potential for exposure [to the coronavirus]. When Traffic Unit officers weren’t handling traffic calls, they were in the neighborhoods, doing some selective enforcement based on where there are numerous accidents, or in areas where there are complaints about speeding or other violations, he said. “I want my officers out there doing traffic enforcement, but I’m more concerned about them getting into the neighborhoods, checking on businesses - many of which were closed - and things of that nature,” he said. In the early days, the chief said the department changed a lot of their patrol plans and limited the type of calls the officers would go on, and changed the way in which the officers would handle those calls. During normal times, the department always sends a police officer on EMS calls, but during the height of the pandemic, police officers did not go to certain first aid calls where there was no need for an officer, such as when there was a call from a nursing home, he said. “They might respond and make sure that the person was not in some type of distress or cardiac arrest, and then back off once they realized first aid was there, if there was no reason to unnecessarily expose them,” he said. At the beginning of the public health crisis, Riccio said the department cancelled some of the selective enforcement special details to limit the officers’ exposure to the virus, but those details are back up and running now. “We were fortunate, because in the beginning we saw the potential of what was coming and we were able to get our officers the proper PPE (personal

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Donators should keep records of donations and make an annual donation plan to stick with. Visit this Internal Revenue Service (IRS) webpage to find out which organizations are eligible to receive tax deductible contributions. Know the difference between “tax exempt” and “tax deductible.” Tax exempt means the organization doesn’t have to pay taxes. Tax deductible means donators can deduct their contribution on their federal income tax return. Never send cash donations. For security and tax purposes, it’s best to pay by check — made payable to the charity — or by credit card. Never wire money to someone claiming to be a charity. Scammers often request donations to be wired because wiring money is like sending cash: once sent, it can’t be gotten back. Do not provide a credit or check card number, bank account number or any personal information until the donator has thoroughly researched the charity. Be wary of charities that spring up too suddenly in response to current events and natural disasters. Even if they are legitimate, they probably don’t have the infrastructure to get the donations to the affected area or people. If a donation request comes from a group claiming to help the community (for example, local police or firefighters), ask the local agency if they have heard of the group and are getting financial support. What about texting? The charge will show up on the mobile phone bill. If the donator has asked his mobile phone provider to block premium text messages — texts that cost extra — then he won’t be able to donate this way. The National Do Not Call Registry gives persons a way to reduce telemarketing calls, but it exempts charities and political groups. However, if a fundraiser is calling on behalf of a charity, persons may ask not to get any more calls from, or on behalf of, that specific charity. If those calls continue, the fundraiser may be subject to a fine. Anyone who thinks they’ve been the victim of a charity scam or if a fundraiser has violated Do Not Call rules, file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission. These complaints can help detect patterns of wrong-doing and lead to investigations and prosecutions. Complaints can be filed at ftccomplaintassistant.gov.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Blood Drive Sponsored By Howell/Jackson Knights Of Columbus

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – The Howell/Jackson Council of the Knights of Columbus is conducting a blood drive on June 29 at the council hall. With the COVID-19 virus causing the cancellation of many blood drives resulting in a critical blood shortage in the area and elective surgeries resuming causing an even greater demand for blood the Howell/Jackaon Knights of Columbus is seeking to help. To address the need for blood, the Father Cetkowski Council of the Knights of Columbus (Howell/Jackson) has scheduled a blood drive for from 2-7 p.m. on June 29, at the Columbian Club, 401 Bartley Road in Jackson. The blood drive is being conducted with Vitalant, who has been collecting blood throughout the U.S. since 1943.

Due to the coronavirus the number of donors is limited and donations will be by appointment only. This is for the safety of all donors and the Vitalant staff. Each blood donation will be screened for the COVID-19 antibodies. Donors are asked to schedule an appointment by going to the following web page: donor.cbsblood.org/donor/schedules/ drive_schedule/52527 Schedule the appointment for you or any family member as soon as possible. Appointments are on a fi rst come basis. If you would like additional information about the blood drive or the additional safety precautions being used contact Brian Curran at 908415-4720. All blood donated will be used at local hospitals.

Beware Of Contact Tracing Scams

By Chris Lundy NEW JERSEY − The Federal Trade Commission is war ning residents to be wary of scammers pretending to be contact tracers. Ocean County has recently announced that they will begin contact tracing. This is a necessar y step in lear ning how COVID-19 is being spread. Contact tracers talk to people who have been diagnosed positive and then learn who they have been in contact with. Those people are then urged to quarantine until the window of time where they would develop symptoms has passed. However, there are people out there pretending to be a contact tracer who are trying to get access to your personal information and steal money from you, the government warned. The easiest way to tell the difference

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By Bob Vosseller JACKSON - As Memorial Day will not be observed this year with parades or live ceremonies, many residents are being urged to remember veterans and those lost and impacted by war during that solemn day. There are those veterans, however, that need to be remembered every day. The Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund in New Jersey is bringing awareness to a rise in suicides by veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Fu nd has lau nched a ment al health awareness campaign for them. The Memorial Fund was founded in memory of Lt. Dennis Zilinski, of Middletown who was killed by a roadside bomb in Iraq in 2005. His mother, Marion Zilinski of Jackson, is the co-founder and board member of the Memorial Fund. “It’s devastating that another veteran with PTSD, an amputee who we were working with here in New Jersey, has taken his own life during the quarantine.” Zilinski said, Rory Hamill “was a father of three, a decorated combat hero in the Marines, and a friend. We must do better for our veterans with PTSD, especially now as stay home orders during the pandemic disrupt daily routines desperately needed for them to stay healthy.” She added, Hamill was a well-known advocate for veterans with PTSD and a motivational speaker for the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. He openly spoke about his attempted suicide several years ago in an effort to help others cope. “Support systems are critical for veterans who struggle with PTSD. Telling them they can’t leave their homes, see their friends, go to work, exercise at the gym, and do all the things that help keep them sane is pure torture,” she added. Zilinski noted that, “they are left with nothing but their own thoughts, which unfortunately, can lead to a downward spiral of depression, anxiety, and fear. Having a service dog can help bring security and comfort to their lives.” Combat Army Veteran William Rommel, a father of four from Brick who also suffers from PTSD, said his service dog, Rio, a great Dane/labrador mix was a lifesaver. Rommel tried to end his life twice after he returned from Iraq. “My service dog saved my life. Rio has given me purpose. His minimum needs are met by me. He pulls me out of the dark and has taught me how to love,” Rommel said. “Now, the pandemic has us all (veterans

with PTSD) on edge. It’s definitely a trigger. I had been going to group therapy every week which was helping my PTSD. We’ve been trying to do it on Zoom, but it’s just not cutting it. I’m grateful to have Rio to calm me.” Rommell added, “When I’m getting anxious and my heart rate goes up, he places his paw on my chest reminding me to calm down. He also helps keep people away from me and my family with the social distancing. It stresses me right now when people come too close.” Fellow combat Veteran David Crenshaw of Kearny says the pandemic restrictions created the “perfect storm” for his PTSD to intensify. Crenshaw said, “Three weeks ago, my brot he r pa ssed away sudde n ly. COVID-19 didn’t allow my family and me to grieve, as we were not permitted to have a service. It brought me right back to losing my mother four years ago. Death is a trigger for me after witnessing so much carnage during combat.” “What helped me emerge from the dark ness was my ser vice dog, Doc, a black Labrador/German Short Hair Pointer mix. Doc tried desperately to get me back to normal. Eventually he succeeded. I don’t know how I would have fared through this quarantine without him,” Crenshaw said. Zilinski said she wanted veterans suffering from PTSD to know “the Zilinski Memorial Fund is here to help them receive that lifeline and connect them to other resources. Anyone struggling with PTSD or any mental health issues is urged to call 1-800-273-TALK (8255).” To date, the Memorial Fund has sponsored more than 100 service dogs at a sponsorship of $15,000 per service dog. She added, veterans with PTSD interested in a service dog are encouraged to e-mail the Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund at runwithdennis@ yahoo.com. The Memorial Fund provides scholarships to students at Lt. Zilinski’s alma mater, Christian Brothers Academy and Trinity Hall High School, both in New Jersey. By providing these scholarships, the Memorial Fund invests in the future of high school students who embody the leadership qualities and community spirit of Lt. Zilinski. Zilinski said, “to help us raise awareness about all the good we do, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Donations may be sent to: Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 124, Adelphia, NJ 07710 or made online at runwithdennis.org.

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Omarrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Astrological Forecast For the week of JUNE 20 - JUNE 26 By Jeraldine Saunders

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may wish to present a more attractive facade as this week unfolds. Remember that a smile can light up your face and bring happiness to others. Loved ones may act in unexpected ways. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your efforts to be sociable or affectionate might gain traction as the week ahead gathers steam. You probably wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t act on wishful thinking if you carefully consider a plan and find hidden benefits before launching it. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Someone close may guide you toward more profitable choices as this week unfolds. Nothing can prevent you from maintaining reward-driven momentum once it is established. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your best trait might be a do-or-die attitude that will likely bring you some rewards and opportunities in the week ahead. People in high places may take note of your passion for perfection and give your ideas the go-ahead. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may be in a romantic frame of mind during the upcoming week, but you should be poised to shift gears, as a loved one or partner may put major undertakings into motion. You can creatively contribute to someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Past mistakes could create a stressful situation at home. Deal with any problems calmly and focus on achieving your long-term goals as the week unfolds. Understand that you may need to take steps to make things right.

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