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−Photos courtesy Manchester Police Sgt. Antonio Ellis was greeted with much fanfare upon recovering from coronavirus. By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Township Police Sgt. Antonio Ellis is used to fighting crime but for 102 days he was fighting for his life having contracted the coronavirus. He returned to his Toms River home on June 17 from Magee Rehabilitation Jefferson Health in Philadelphia and is happy to be reunited with his wife and children. Ellis tested positive for the virus back in March, and spent around 30
days on a ventilator while in a coma according to Township Mayor Ken Palmer who has been updating the public on his Mayor’s Facebook page. He was deemed well enoug h to go back home but his return to Ocean County would include some fanfare. After being released from Magee, Philadelphia police gave him an escort out of town. They escorted him back to Manchester’s police station. Once there he
−Photo by Bob Vosseller Lakehurst Mayor Harry Robbins presents borough high school senior Jazmin Dolor a certificate of participation in the Louis Bay 2nd Municipal Leaders Scholarship Competition.
received a royal welcome back by township employees and by his fellow police officers.
Ellis was also welcomed back by police officers from the Ocean
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Pipeline Blow Out Condemns Home
By Bob Vosseller UPPER FREEHOLD – An Upper Freehold Township homeowner has been relocated after a hydrological incident involving drilling for a New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) pipeline project. “I was almost too terrified to investigate after what had felt like an explosion in my house. I discovered huge cracks in my foundation, my basement floor, and even my walls. As I watched in horror, water and sludge came pouring in through the cracks,” resident Barbara Fox-Cooper said.
Cooper was given just a few minutes to gather some of her belongings and to evacuate from her residence on June 19 as the slab of her home cracked due to hydrostatic pressure and the building inspector advised her to leave for her safety. NJNG was drilling in Upper Freehold as part of its $180 million Southern Reliability Link (SRL) pipeline project which received approval by the Pinelands Commission and the NJ Dept. of Environmental Protection and the state Board of Public Utilities.
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The SRL pipeline would connect to a compressor station in Chesterfield and run 28 miles of pipe through Burlington, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties. Specifically, it goes through Plumsted and Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and ends in Manchester near the corner of Route 70 and Colonial Drive. Company spokesman Kevin Roberts said the company is taking full responsibility for the incident wants “to make things right.” He explained what occurred (Pipeline - See Page 8)
By Bob Vosseller L A K E H U R ST – Mayor Harry Robbins presented high school senior Jazmin Dolor a certificate of participation in the Louis Bay 2nd Municipal Leaders Scholarship Competition. The teenager read her one-page essay to the gover ning body during a recent Borough Council meeting. Dolor’s essay, “Lakehurst: Small Town, Giant Services” described the borough saying “good thing come in small packages.” She added that while the borough is best known for where the Hindenburg crashed and burned it “offers far more than its history.” “Lakehurst has an unmistakable community feel with the hosts of events that are provided to its residents and others. It is obvious that the municipal
government has taken into consideration the importance of services and safety to its residents and has done an outstanding job in those areas.” She noted memorable events like the National Night Out usually held in October, the 4th of July festivities which would normally include a car show and swimming in Lake Horicon and the fireworks themselves. Dolor also wrote about the borough’s printing of yearly calendars with all the events and services included in them and that while Lakehurst was small compared to nearby towns, its services and special events more than made up for its size. “I’m grateful for all the planning behind the scenes that makes all these things we enjoy possible and I would (Student - See Page 4)
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Continued From Page 1 County Sheriff ’s Department, Lakewood and Toms River. Palmer noted on June 17 that, “everyone in town hall and local law enforcement took a collective sigh of major relief because we were able to welcome Sgt. Antonio Ellis home.” The mayor’s post included that “for the past three months, Antonio has been in a fight for his life after contracting
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Continued From Page 1 like to thank all those who work tirelessly to make them happen,” she wrote in her concluding paragraph. The mayor said the essay contest was part of a state wide $1,000 scholarship program involving schools throughout New Jersey and “the competition centers on a theme that centers on what municipal government does for its residents.” “We are very proud of you. You did a good job and hopefully some day after you finish school you’ll come and take my place,” the mayor said. During the meeting Council President Steven Oglesby spoke about the feasibility of the public works department reopening to full service to the public.
COVID-19.” During his hospitalization the officer underwent six weeks of intensive physical therapy to regain his strength overseen by the staff of the rehabilitation center. The police sergeant leads the department’s Traffic Safety Unit. When he arrived he was observed exiting the van and pointing to the message on his T-shirt which said #SURVIVOR. Ellis has also served as an instructor at the Ocean County Police Academy and is an accredited traffic accident reconstruc-
tionist. He is also a radar instructor. His police experience also includes being a drug recognition expert, and was successful in obtaining grants involving DWI prevention and the Move Over Law. His stop in Manchester wasn’t his last however. From police headquarters he was then transported to his residence in Toms River, who had prepared their own welcome reception for him. Neighbors and area residents were on the street, many sporting T-shirts that read “364 Strong” on the back that number
represents the officer’s badge number. The music of several bagpipers was heard as they performed for him. Residents and friends signed a large banner that hung outside his home. A police helicopter did a flyover in tribute to his return and he was welcomed back on the Facebook page of the Ocean County’s Sheriff’s Office. “Our office was honored to escort him home with our fellow brothers and sisters. Miracles do happen and prayers work. God Speed!” a post stated.
Mayor Robbins said that the department was open currently on Saturdays. “Right now, everything is put off until July 6,” the mayor added. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, National Night Out has been postponed throughout the country. The 4th of July festivities including the car show and fireworks display have had to be cancelled this year as well. Mayor Robbins and members of the council noted that next year, when the borough celebrates its big centennial, both events will be bigger and better than ever. This happened during the Borough Council’s f irst in-person meeting in months on June 18. Once again meetings will be held at the borough’s community center. Social distancing was observed with chairs
spaced six feet apart and everyone wore masks. I n ot her news, Cou ncil ma n Ga r y Lowe recommended an unused area of the court room be utilized to allow for more space for the staff there. That issue will be reviewed further for its feasibility. The borough is in need of lifeguards at its lakes now that recreation areas have been reopened to the public and the summer season has arrived. “They need to be qualified because of the timing involved due to the coronavirus,” Councilman Robert McCarthy added. McCarthy also provided some school district news that a long-time school board member had recently resigned and that the superintendent Loren Fuhring
had received a bonus of $3,587. “She gets three of them (performance-based incentive bonuses) annually.” The fire department will be meeting with the chief financial officer in town in regards to its quotes for ordering radios. The last quote was a state contract quote according to McCarthy. McCarthy also noted that the police depar t ment’s detention facilit y was recently inspected and was found to be in compliance. “The switch to county records management is complete. It is a much less expensive system than what we had and it frees up the officers quite a bit and I understand that the county dispatchers fill in a lot of the information f low that the officers typically had to do. Six printers were purchased to accommodate this new system.”
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Continued From Page 1 using the term, “inadvertent return, which is a technical industry term for something that can and does happen during underground drilling operations.” Roberts said that on the morning of the incident, “during normal drilling operations on Province Line Road in Upper Freehold in Monmouth County on the border near Burlington County, we experienced an inadvertent return which is basically the unexpected release of drilling mud during naturally occurring cracks and crevices which are in underground soil.” That process involves a horizontal direction drill, he added, which is boring several feet underground. As the drill is spinning it ejects drilling mud which is organic material of clay mixed with water. When the pressure builds up, that drilling mud escapes through those cracks or cervices. “In this case the home was about 100 feet from the drilling site and you never want to see something like this happen but with this kind of operation incidents like this can occur. This is obviously something that was very regrettable and we apologized to her and we are committed to 100% make the situation right,” Roberts said. Roberts added that while these types of events can occur, “it is very rare to have a property owner impacted this way. We offered to pay for her accommodations and do whatever we needed to do for her.” A week later the State Department of
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Continued From Page 8 “Gov. Murphy’s inability to protect his constituents from a corporation acting with total negligence and disregard for the safety of New Jersey communities is, frankly, embarrassing,” Food and Water Action NJ Director Matt Smith said. “With the reckless decision to allow pipeline construction to continue during the worst days of the pandemic, the Murphy administration has created extremely dangerous conditions for pipeline workers and local residents alike. While sheltering at home, residents have suffered from noxious diesel fumes entering their homes, with streets and driveways blocked for hours at a time blocking food and medicine deliveries, and now the literal destruction and flooding of someone’s home due to pipeline drilling activities,” Smith said. “Since New Jersey Natural Gas has ignored prior stop work orders by Burlington County for violating their permit conditions, this latest incident is clear and fi nal
The Manchester Times, July 4, 2020, Page 9 proof that the whole pipeline project needs to be shut down for good. We’re still waiting for Gov. Murphy to act,” Smith added. Agnes Marsala, president of People Over Pipelines didn’t mince words with her view on the situation calling the SRL disastrous for the Pinelands, which is the largest open space on the eastern seaboard and recognized for its biodiversity by the United Nations. “It is also the country’s fi rst National Reserve and holds 17 trillion gallons of water in its aquifer. I was aghast to see the creeks and streams on her property that were clear and filled with minnows just the day before to be covered in a muddy gray substance,” she said. She maintains the presence of “bentonite and other hazardous chemicals in it will have serious impacts to groundwater and nearby homes.” Both Montgomery and Tittel want the BPU and DEP need to halt construction and ask the Appeals Court to rule on our pending appeals against the pipeline approvals.
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as a focal point that older adults and their families can turn to for information and assistance regarding programs and services,” he added. Among the services included within the resource directory are the PAAD Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled; educational programs such as adult education classes at Ocean County Vocational Technical schools and Ocean County College, Toms River; employment assistance such as the National Council on Aging (NCOA) Senior Employment Program; health services such as the Ocean County Health Department among others; counseling such as the Senior Guidance Program; hospital locations; insurance in regards to Medicare; senior, community and recreation centers found in Ocean County; and transportation such as Ocean Ride. Vicari said, “the resource directory can be accessed online, or mailed to anyone requesting it.” The goals of the Office of Senior Services include improving access to services, promoting healthy aging, fostering greater independence for frail older adults, supporting family caregivers, and advocating for older adults at the federal, state and local level. Department administers a comprehensive system of community based services including transportation, options counseling and care management; community support such as education, recreation, physical and mental health screenings, physical fitness, legal assistance; home support such as friendly visitor, residential maintenance, certified home health aides; nutrition support such as congregate meals and home delivered meals; and caregiver support such as respite, caregiver counseling, caregiver support groups and in-home education and support. “Ocean County is home to the largest senior population in the state. With more than 173,000 seniors calling Ocean County home, it is a priority of the Board of Freeholders to provide programs and services that will help them remain independent so they can enjoy a good quality of life here,” the Freeholder Director added. To obtain a copy of the Senior Services Resource Directory, send an email to gaddiego@co.ocean.nj.us or call the Ocean County Office of Senior Services at 732929-2091.
Israel Discussion Group Announces Meetings
OCEAN COUNTY – The Israel Discussion Group meetings had a lively conversation and shared much information and thoughts in addition to enjoying light refreshments. Care to participate at the next meeting? Everyone who is interested is invited in joining the group. For more information, phone or text 732551-4869.
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Discover Local History At Lakehurst Historical Society Museum
LAKEHURST – The Borough of Lakehurst Historical Society maintains a collection of historical artifacts, books, pictures and documents which provide a record of a rich history which will help to educate those who wish to learn about an unknow part of local lore. Charred remnants of the dirigible Hindenburg, which burned and then crashed here on May 6, 1937, and items from the Navy’s rigid airship program are always popular items to see when you visit the Society’s Museum. The Museum is located at 300 Center Street, in the oldest Roman Catholic Church in Ocean County. Old St. John’s Church it was built in 1874 by Irish Railroad workers. Old Church items are on display are beautiful to see. An old cemetery surrounds the Museum. The Museum opened in July, 1993 with nearly 1,000 people in attendance. People from many states and several foreign countries have come to see the items on display. It is managed by all volunteer
workers. The Museum also has an old jail cell, Fire Department memorabilia, items and furnishings from the Pine Tree Inn, original paintings and many other items relating to Lakehurst’s past as a winter resort, early industrial community, and as the “Airship Capital of the World”. A small research area and library are also available to help people begin their journey through local history. A beautiful Christmas display of old toys, as well as a number of seasonal and changing displays make the Museum a special place to return to several times a year. The Museum is open Wednesdays and Sundays from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Special tours and small groups can be accommodated with prior notice. For more information call 732-5756904 or e-mail at BillSchmidt1000@ aol.com. Tours are free, but donations are gratefully accepted. Lakehurst Historical Society Museum, 300 Center Street, Lakehurst, NJ 08733.
The Village V Travel Club WHITING – The Village V Travel Club will hold several new trips in the new year. The trips include: Charleston, South Carolina— April 26- May 1, Double: $716 Single: 992. Final payment Jan. 30. Other trips include: May 5, sight and sound on Queen Ester and Shady Maple $140 with a fi nal payment due on March 1. Mackinac Island, Northern Michigan — June 14-20. Double: $669 Single: $918 Final payment due on April 1. The Art Encounter and Creation Museum In Kentucky —July 13–18. Double: $610 Single: $819 Final payment May 1. The Royal Gorge and Colorado Springs, “The Garden of the Gods” August 1930, Double: $1,109 Single; $1588. Final payment June 1. Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, The Hoover Dame and more— September 22- October
6. Double: $1,465 Single: $2,138. Final Payment is due on July 1. Vermont - October 19-23, fall foliage, Double: $720 Single: $1,009 Final payment August 1. Branson, Missouri November 7-14. More information and pricing will be coming soon and the $75 non-refundable due upon sign up unless the trip is cancelled . Travel insurance is available upon request and includes: motor coach transportation, enroute lodging and hotels accommodation , driver and tour guide gratuities. For more information and videos visit grouptrips. com/TheTravelBocceClub Purchase tickets every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon at Village 5 Clubhouse 325 Schoolhouse Rd, Whiting Call Debbie at 201-618-8514 or MaryAnn at 732-8495952.
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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Mall reopened on June 29 with new policies to keep shoppers and staff safe from COVID-19. Mall management publicized a list of changes to sanitation, occupancy, and health screenings designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Among the changes people should expect include: • Enhanced sanitization and disinfecting using the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) approved products with an emphasis on high-traffic locations such as dining areas, restrooms, escalators, stairs, directories, trash bins and door knobs. • Shopper safeguards that include making available protective masks, sanitizing wipes and temperature testing at entrances or property offices, as well as the encouragement of pre-visit health screenings to ensure shoppers stay home if they have exhibited COVID-19 or flu-like symptoms within 72 hours. • Hand sanitizing stations will be deployed throughout the property. • Signage promoting CDC guidelines for maintaining personal hygiene will be prominently displayed throughout the property. Pre-emptive employee health screening to ensure that employees do not arrive at work within 72 hours of exhibiting COVID-19 or flu-like symptoms. • Employee safety protections including implementing the CDC’s COVID-19 frequent hand-washing protocols, and offering personal protective equipment in addition to other CDC recommended practices.
• Promotion and enforcement of social distancing practices, including occupancy limitations, furniture and restroom spacing, closure of play areas and strollers, as well as coordinated traffic flow with traffic signage and distance markers. A more detailed list of new protocols can be found at Simon.com and clicking through to “Health & Safety.” “The health, safety and well-being of the community we serve will always be our highest priority, and we have developed a thorough and detailed set of protocols highlighting the exceptional measures we’ve implemented for shoppers, retailers and employees as we reopen,” said Tara Melodick, General Manager at Ocean County Mall. “We also recognize that individuals and families in our community are suffering significant hardship as a result of both COVID-19 and the economic shutdown, and we believe that reopening our property will not only help people get back to work during these challenging times, but also enable us to use our property to further support charitable initiatives.” The mall had been closed since March 19. It is responsible for 1,800 jobs, $10 million in sales tax, and $2.3 million in property taxes, mall management shared. It has also hosted food banks, clothing donations, and other outreach services. “Our property is an integral part of our community not only in terms of shopping, dining and entertainment, but also job creation, small business growth and community support. We look forward to once again serving the needs of our community, and doing so in a safe and responsible manner,” Melodick said.
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during the course of the investigation which led to locating two men believed to be involved in the attack. Further details surrounding the incident are still being determined but enough information was formulated to bring charges against Gregorio Zepeda, 25 and Jose Perz Moreno, 30, both of Lakewood. The two men are facing 2 nd degree aggravated assault against Marby. They are both lodged in the Ocean County Jail. Marby is expected to make a full recovery from the attack and the investigation remains ongoing and is being assisted by members of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department.
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Around The Jersey shore County-Run Spray Park, Playgrounds Open
By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Fourteen playgrounds at county-run parks and the spray park at the John C. Bartlett Jr. County Park at Berkeley Island reopened on July 2. With the reopening comes more sanitizing and other changes in operation. The park equipment will be sanitized daily, and patrons are encouraged to bring hand sanitizer for before and after playground use, said Freeholder Virginia E. Haines. No food, drink, or toys will be permitted on the playgrounds. “It’s important to observe social distancing rules and to wear a mask when using these facilities and especially when you are around other people,” said Haines, who serves as chairwoman of the Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation. “The spray park and the playgrounds are very popular with our residents and visitors, particularly children, and while we want the experience to be enjoyable it’s imperative that it’s also safe for everyone including park department staff.” The spray park will be open from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and park employees will be on hand to monitor the site and make sure not too many people are using it at any one time. There will also be one way in and one way out of the spray park, and time limits to promote social distancing while letting everyone have a turn. “It’s important for all of us to continue
to do our part in curtailing the spread of the coronavirus even while enjoying the outdoors at the spray park and the playgrounds,” Haines said. “Taking simple precautions will keep everyone safe.” The parks had been closed on March 31 and started reopening in May. The nature centers at Cattus Island County Park, Toms River, Jakes Branch County Park, Beachwood and Wells Mills County Park, Waretown, remain closed to the public. Restroom facilities at county park sites will be open, but visitors must be wearing a face covering. Face coverings are strongly recommended when accessing the dog parks at Ocean County Airpark in Berkeley Township and Ocean County Park, Lakewood and all of the parks in the county system. Haines noted that Ocean County continues to adjust the restrictions at its parks and golf courses as time goes on and at the direction of health experts and the state. “We want everyone to enjoy our parks and natural lands safely,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “The health and safety of our residents and visitors is paramount. It’s important that we continue to follow social distancing rules and use face masks. We all need to remember that our actions don’t affect just us, they affect our family, they affect our health care workers, they affect our emergency responders, they affect the workers at our grocery stores.”
Crestwood Village VI Trips On Hold
WHITING – A group of 2020 trips are up in the air right now due to the current pandemic. An earlier article in this newspaper said that they were still on but this was printed in error. These trips are off the table for right now: July 16 is the trip to Harrah’s Casino and Racetrack. On August 20 travel to the Atlantic City
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By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY– Amid the disappointing news that fitness centers and gyms would not yet be allowed to fully reopen, comes news that Tilton Fitness will permanently close - another casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tilton Fitness, a part of Hackensack Meridian Health will close its doors on July 1. Like many other fitness centers around the country it could not bounce back from the impact of the pandemic and months of being closed. The chain had seven locations in Ocean County and elsewhere in the state. Hackensack Meridian Fitness & Wellness CEO and President Sam Young posted to the center’s website that “unfortunately, like other fitness centers across the country,
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which was also frightening for the family. “I had to come to the hospital, but there were no visitors allowed. It was so hard,” Ally said. Patrick rallied in time to celebrate his June 4 birthday. “The nurses were great! My uncle, grandma and myself drove his 1930 Model A ‘Old Nell’ to the hospital. The staff decorated his room and taped a message to us from his window. They moved his bed over so he could see us and his car and helped us face time him,” she said. “It was wonderful!” Ally, who fully expects her grandpa to be her ring bearer - and her grandma to be a flower girl - at her wedding in October, has some advice for patients too scared to go back to their doctor: “Even if you feel nervous, don’t hesitate to make a call. If it weren’t safe, the hospital wouldn’t be open. This could potentially save your life.” Mark Moshiyakhov, MD, Director of Deborah’s Medical Intensive Care Unit agreed: “We are worried that we will see more patients like Mr. Maloney who waited too long to get their care. We urge our patients to make their appointments now, before their conditions get worse.”
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Around The Jersey shore TOMS RIVER − As summer swings into full gear and the state continues to reopen, Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey is collaborating with local businesses to make sure their volunteers serving isolated and homebound elderly are equipped with PPE (personal protective equipment) and safety supplies. The national health crisis has disproportionally impacted the seniors by putting a tremendous amount of strain on their supportive networks. They need help now more
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than ever, specifically with grocery shopping and transportation to doctor’s appointments. With certain supplies hard to come by local businesses have stepped up. “Now is the time to come together as a community and help each other out,” says Kathy Kimm, of Willow Springs Rehabilitation in Brick. “This virus has changed the way we think about keeping ourselves and community safe when we venture out of the house.” As volunteers continue to help seniors by
shopping and transporting them to medical appointments, PPE and safety supplies are essential. “With face masks, hand sanitizer, and wipes on back order and costly for a non profit like us, we are blessed to have so many partners in our local business community who can help us provide these essential items to volunteers,” says Megan O’Keefe, the new executive Director of Caregiver Volunteers. Businesses who have collaborated with Caregivers Volunteers include Atlan-
tic Physical Therapy, Artis Senior Living, Community Medical Center, Investors Bank, New Jersey Natural Gas, Ocean County Office of Senior Services, Preferred Care, Right at Home, Suez Water, Wells Fargo, and Willow Springs. To distribute items to volunteers, a Grab and Go event will be hosted in the parking lot of St Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Toms River on June 30 between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Learn more about the Caregiver Volunteer and how you can help by visiting caregivervolunteers.org.
Trigger Points – Untangling Those Knots Once and for All! By Cara Parliament, DPT, Forked River Therapist & Facility Manager
WHAT EXACTLY IS A TRIGGER POINT? What people typically refer to as “knots” in muscles are actually trigger points. These are small fibers of muscle tightly contracting, causing areas of tenderness. When muscles are constantly contracting, they are unable to relax and recover their blood supply, which carries oxygen and glucose (the muscle’s energy source), to the muscles. When muscles are deprived of these recovery elements, fibers within the muscle remain contracted, becoming “angry,” creating trigger points. Trigger points can be classified as “active” or “latent.” Active trigger points cause pain at rest, are tender to the touch, and cause radiating or referred pain. Latent trigger points do not cause spontaneous pain, but may restrict movement or can be the cause of muscle weakness.
WHAT TRIGGER POINTS CAN CAUSE:
• Pain with pressure applied to these tense muscle fibers • Referred pain to a location near the trigger point • Inability to fully lengthen the muscle, restricting range of motion (aka muscle tightness) • Weakness of the muscle where trigger points are located • Headaches • Neck pain • Low back pain • Chronic pain
WHAT CAUSES TRIGGER POINTS?
• Muscle overuse, which is sustained or repetitive muscle contractions, deprive the working muscle of oxygen and glucose preventing the recovery process of the muscles. When the muscles cannot recover properly, parts of the muscle remain contracted, leading to constantly tense fibers of the muscle, aka trigger point formation. • Poor posture is a main cause of trigger points in the neck, back, and shoulder area. When someone stands hunched over, with rounded shoulders and a forward-bent head, the muscles responsible for holding the shoulder blades back and keeping the neck up are constantly contracting. These muscles are working extra hard to keep the skeleton erect and in alignment as best as possible. All these muscles constantly contracting, will lack proper recovery, again leading to trigger points. • Poor body mechanics, such as bending at the waist instead of at the knees when lifting objects, can also lead to trigger points, among other serious issues (disc issues, muscle strains, tears… so bend at the knees!). By bending over at the waist and coming back up when lifting a heavy object, one is causing the muscles of the back to pull excessive loads in an elongated position (when muscles are weak), leading to prolonged and extreme contractions. These excessive and strenuous contractions again lead to deprivation of oxygen, glucose and recovery to the muscles being used, ultimately predisposing them
to those pesky and painful trigger points. • Muscle imbalances (some muscles weaker than others) • Direct trauma to muscle causes disturbance to the tissue, which can disrupt the blood supply to the muscle, preventing adequate oxygen and glucose to reach the muscle, ultimately leading to trigger points (among other injuries to the muscle).
HOW TO PREVENT TRIGGER POINTS:
• Maintain proper posture - keep your chin up, shoulders and head back… no slouching! • Gently stretch regularly! Keeping those muscles loose is crucial. • Build that core! Strong core muscles help keep proper posture and reduce your tendency to slouch. • Proper ergonomics at work! Make sure your desk and computer set up allow your head to look directly forward, hands are at a level that prevents you from hunching over, have a supportive chair with a lumbar roll, have knees bent 90 degrees. • Take stretch breaks! • Use heat or ice when you need it - They are your friends!
MYOFASCIAL PAIN SYNDROME VS FIBROMYALGIA It is common to have more than one trigger point. However, when someone has many painful or tender trigger points, they may have myofascial pain syndrome (MPS). Fibromyalgia (FM), on the other hand, causes someone to “hurt all over,” having widespread chronic pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep disturbances, mental ‘fogginess’ or confusion, and low pain tolerance. Fibromyalgia is considered more of a neurological disease, whereas MPS is considered a dysfunction of a muscle tissue. Although both diagnoses are very similar, there are a few defining features that help health care professionals differentiate between the two. FM’s painful spots are referred to as “tender points,” which differ from trigger points.
• Ischemic compression is a manual technique involving pressure applied to the trigger point, temporarily depriving the area of blood flow. This then allows for resurgence of blood flow to the area upon release of pressure. This revival of blood flow helps supply the formerly restricted area with the needed blood, glucose and oxygen, creating a healing/ recovering effect, diminishing trigger point. • Trigger point injection, which is indicated for patients who have symptomatic active trigger points that produce a twitch response to pressure and create a pattern of referred pain. • At home treatments include trigger point tools, such as the one shown below, that allow you to locate the trigger point and control the amount and direction of pressure.
HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP: Physical therapists can locate, reduce and even eliminate trigger points as well as educate you on how to prevent future issues. Manual techniques physical therapists can perform include soft tissue mobilization and ischemic compression to help break up those pesky and uncomfortable “knots” and help the tense muscle fibers relax and allow the recovery process to occur. PTs can help strengthen core and postural muscles and aid patients in correcting body mechanics and posture. Strong core and postural muscles will help patients reduce the tendency to slouch and help keep their muscles in their optimal length and position, preventing them from getting “angry” or overused and ultimately reducing the likelihood of developing trigger points. Physical therapists can also provide suggestions and guidance for setting up work stations to promote proper posture and body mechanics at the work place, as well as educate you on proper lifting techniques, preventing future trigger point formation, among other potential injuries!
Tender points have 18 specific locations, are usually symmetrical in location on one’s body, do not refer pain, and cause an overall increase in pain sensitivity (hence the low pain tolerance!). So if someone does not have the tender points in 11 of those 18 specific locations, they do not have FM! Trigger points, however, are localized painful spots in any area of the body that typically refer pain and can vary in presence, showing up one day and may be absent a few days later.
Most frequent locations of trigger points
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• Spray and Stretch technique, which involves having a therapist gently stretch the muscle while simultaneously applying ethyl chloride spray topically. This spray temporarily decreases skin temperature, causing an anesthetic affect, which allows the muscle to be passively stretched toward normal length. This elongation then helps to inactivate trigger points, relieve muscle spasm, and reduce referred pain.
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The New Normal According To Dr. Izzy
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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About a million cups of chamomile tea are served every single day! The antioxidant compounds in chamomile, including apigenin, have been proven useful for a variety of issues that might concern you. Today, I’m going to share the unexpected benefits of chamomile. Here are some benefits of chamomile that you may not have heard of: Arthritis. You might expect benefits from frankincense for knee pain or other “itis” issues, because that herb has been long associated with strong evidence for inflammation. But it’s really unexpected to see chamomile studied for knee pain! Researchers applied chamomile oil topically to the knee. The randomized controlled clinical trial was published in Complimentary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Patients who applied chamomile needed lower doses of their pain medicine. You could try adding drops to massage oil or some other pain-relieving cream or gel. Supplements and teas are available as well for oral consumption. Chamomile is known to induce drowsiness. Blood Thinning. Having thick or ‘sticky’ blood is bad for you. Doctors seek to thin the blood in order to prevent strokes and heart attacks. Warfarin is the most popular prescribed anti-coagulant. There are many plant-derived supplements that work similarly to warfarin, as well as foods with anti-platelet activity. But chamomile wouldn’t normally be something you think of for blood health. It has unexpected
blood-thinning properties. For that reason, I advise caution or avoidance of this herb if you are already taking warfarin (or other drugs) because there will be an exacerbation of the blood-thinning. Gum bleeding might be the first sign of additive anti-platelet activity in your body. Easy bruising is another sign. Mouth Pain. Have you ever burnt your tongue or mouth on hot coffee, or a super-hot pizza? Fortunately, if you burn your mouth it heals right away, within a week or so. But if you are receiving chemotherapy, there is a type of mouth pain that is unbearable. It can occur with high dose local radiation in the mouth. The term for the pain is oral mucositis or “OM.” Chamomile can help with these oral lesions. Sometimes a person is able to speak after a chemo treatment, and they cannot tell you of this pain. I worked in nursing home settings and saw this at times. So if you’re a caregiver, nurse or family member, please become more mindful of non-verbal cues, so you can determine if someone is dealing with OM. Of the herbal and medicinal oral rinses tested in a recent study, researchers concluded that certain ones were the most effective. Chamomile, honey, curcumin or Benzydamine-containing mouthwashes were found to be the most effective. You can make your own soothingl mouth rinse using the above ingredients, gargle with a tea, or simply dab on the essential oil to the sores.
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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Voting regulations are different now, and local officials are pushing to make sure that residents know how to vote easily and safely in the July 7 Primary Election. A Primary Election is when voters of a particular party choose who will represent them at the polls in November. You must
be registered as a member of a party to vote in a Primary. Much of this election will be done by mail, officials said, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently, county workers have been sending mail-in ballots for people registered as Republicans and Democrats. They are also sending mail-in ballot applications for unaffiliated voters.
Check Your Mail Residents are being urged to check their mail to see what paperwork the county is sending out. It’s important to know that it is not junk mail. Send the ballot or application back as soon as possible to make the whole process easier. If you tear, deface or incorrectly mark
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Continued From Page 20 postage paid vote-by-mail application. The application can be filled out and sent back to the County Clerk’s office to receive either a Democrat or Republican vote-by-mail ballot. “The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders has been receiving numerous calls from constituents who are voicing their displeasure over having limited polling places open where they would fill out provisional ballots and over receiving vote-by-mail ballots that they have not requested,” Quinn said. “Unfortunately, I have told people our hands are tied and this is what Gov. Murphy has ordered.” Polling Places There will be a limited number of polling places open on Election Day. However, only provisional paper ballots will be available at those locations.
“Do not bring your vote-by-mail ballot to the polling place on Election Day and do not expect to vote on a voting machine at the polling place,” Haines said. “These are the rules determined by Gov. Murphy.” There will be no sample ballots distributed for this election as in the past but they are available to view it on the Ocean County Clerk’s website at oceancountyclerk.com and will also be posted at the limited number of polling places open on Election Day. “Participating in the 2020 Primary Election will be very different,” Quinn said. “We want our voters to be well informed of what they need to do and to know we are available to answer any questions they may have.” If you have any questions please check oceancountyclerk.com for updates and information. You can also call the Ocean County Clerk’s office at 732-929-2018 or the Ocean County Board of Elections at 732-929-2167.
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By Chris Lundy LAKEWOOD – It’s a day early, but the Red, White, and BlueClaws Fireworks Extravaganza will be on July 3. Spectators can watch at the ballpark, although the capacity will be limited to 450 people and social distancing regulations are required. This includes dinner, dessert, live music, and BlueClaws merchandise. They can also watch from their vehicles in the parking lot. Fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m. The show will be higher elevation and double the length of one of their normal shows. After the Reign will perform beginning at 7:30 p.m. and additional entertainment and games will be available for fans. Tickets for the in-park portion are $40 and include a food package. Each ticket will also include a BlueClaws adjustable cap (fans can select their cap upon arrival) and a BlueClaws logo baseball. Tickets for the parking lot portion of the event are also extremely limited and available for $15 per car. The parking lot will open at 8 p.m. for those with this ticket type. There will be no access to the stadium, though the BlueClaws will provide portable bathrooms. Popcorn, pretzels, soda, and limited merchandise will be available, though fans will be required to wear masks while walking to the stands and waiting on line. “We are incredibly excited to be able to welcome fans back to FirstEnergy Park for this amazing event,” said BlueClaws Team President Joe Ricciutti. “We want to thank
RWJBarnabas Health and Townsquare Media for their support and can’t wait to welcome fans back inside.” Safety information is as follows: • Fans will be required to remain socially-distanced from those not in their traveling party while within the stadium. • Masks will not be required while eating or while isolated from a group, but masks will be required in the Claws Cove, in the bathrooms, and while moving about the concourse. • Bathrooms will be open but limited to ensure social distancing. Bathrooms will be continuously sanitized throughout the event. • FirstEnergy Park has undergone a significant cleaning process over the last several weeks and all areas of the stadium will be sanitized completely before the re-opening. Upgrades and cleanings have been conducted and hand sanitizing stations will be made available throughout the facility. • All staff members will be wearing masks and gloves while working the event. • The Claws Cove will be open, but capacity will be limited to four guests at a time. Masks are required in the store. “RWJBarnabas Health is honored to be a part of this ‘re-opening’ with the BlueClaws and the Jersey Shore. We’re very much looking forward to what will be a great event on July 3rd and are excited to partner with the BlueClaws to bring entertainment and fun to our community,” said Justin Edelman, Senior Vice President, Corporate Partnerships, RWJBarnabas Health.
Masks, Social Distancing For School In Summer
By Chris Lundy NEW JERSEY – Gov. Phil Murphy announced during his daily coronavirus press conference that schools can be open in September for in-classroom education, with caveats. There will be rules that everyone has to follow, but there will be some f lexibility for each district in how to make education safe, he said. Social distancing will be a must, he said. Desks should be set apart so the kids won’t be too close to each other. Smaller class sizes are key, but that might not be possible. Districts might consider splitting the student body into shifts for when students would be in the building. They could prepare a mix of in-class instruction and virtual lessons. All staff and visitors have to wear face coverings at all time, he said. The students will have to wear masks in situations where social distancing would be impossible, such as in the hallways. They will be urged to do so in class, but it won’t be required.
Murphy indicated how difficult this would be for younger students and those with special needs. Custodians, “the unsung heroes” of the f ight against COVID-19, will be responsible for additional cleaning and sanitizing. Schools also need to work with their transportation to keep the buses clean. These guidelines were drawn from interviews with more than 300 superintendents and reading 300,000 parent and guardian surveys. While these guidelines are required, the way it can be done can be different from district to district, since schools vary in geographic and demographic ways. “There is no one-size-f its-all ap proach,” he said. The districts should plan for school to return to all virtual in case the numbers start increasing again, he said. “We are still in the war,” Murphy said. Although New Jersey seems to be past the worst of it, this is still “the fight of our lives.”
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By Bob Vosseller TRENTON – New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced June 24 that public libraries and some indoor recreational facilities will be able to reopen with limited capacity on July 2, with sanitizing techniques and social distancing measures in effect. In his daily press briefi ng, Murphy said he had a joint call with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Connecticut Gov. Ted Lamont. “Working together in so many areas we have crushed the curves in cases of residents in hospitals and those connected to ventilators in the tri-state region with significantly lower cases of transmissions and we are emerging from this stronger.” He added that New Jersey, New York and Connecticut were among the four states in the country listed by researchers and health experts “as being close to containing this virus. We got where we are today through shared sacrifice.” “Ours was the most impacted (state) in the nation and among the most impacted in the entire world. We welcome everyone to come to New Jersey but simply ask to share in our shared sacrifice to keep ourselves moving in the right direction,” the governor said referencing visitation to the state. Gov. Murphy said he was pleased to announce another slate of business re-openings. “On July 2, museums, aquariums and indoor recreational facilities will be able to reopen at 25% of their capacity just as our casinos can.” This includes bowling, batting cages, shooting ranges and arcades. However venues such as movie theaters, performing art centers, concert arenas and night clubs will remain closed. “Gyms and fitness centers will remain closed as well although we will allow for individual training sessions by appointment. The fact that those venues remain closed brings us no joy,” Murphy said. He added, “we would love to open those things up. We just aren’t there yet. We just don’t think it is the responsible thing to do when you look at the flare ups we have
seen in other states, there is clear evidence what is happening inside is a whole different reality to what we are seeing outside.” Gov. Murphy also announced, “libraries would also be able to reopen on the morning of July 2 but only at 25% of their capacity. “As with other activities we must remain vigilant about this virus when we are indoors as we know it is easier to contract the coronavirus in an indoor environment.” “This is why we will not ask but require all of these places to implement a heightened standard of sanitation as well as other measures to ensure proper measures of social distancing and the wearing of face coverings at all times,” Gov. Murphy said. He added that more details of those standards would be released later in the week but they will already track the guidance of other indoor activities stressing the necessity of wearing masks indoors for customers and employees. “This isn’t a polite suggestion or a gentle reminder - this is a requirement,” Murphy said regarding face masks. The exception is if a person is sitting down to eat or drink or for religious purposes or if health and safety requires it. “Wearing a face covering is a proven measure for further slowing the spread. We should all be practicing face covering by now even when we are outdoors especially in areas where social distancing is harder to maintain like on a crowded boardwalk,” Murphy said adding that for those not adhering to that service will be refused in cases of a business atmosphere. Gov. Murphy that with improvement rates continue to climb he saw the further lifting of requirements. “For those looking to have some fun, enjoy our cultural history and rich heritage or pick up a good book to read we are ready to take these steps but do this responsibly.” The governor said that on July 6 NJ Transit, NJ Rail and light rail service will return to its full weekday schedule. NJ Transit has put its full set of plans online at njtransit.com/recovery.
Night Out Events Get Pushed To The Fall
By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – Due to the coronavirus and despite the lifting of certain quarantine conditions, National Night Out events will be postponed. The National Association of Town Watch (NATW) that coordinates National Night Out Against Crime across America and many foreign countries has recommended postponing 2020 National Night Out
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Around The Jersey shore Can We Reunite This Surfer With Camera Found On Beach?
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Emerson had forgotten all about the camera until finding it when packing recently and decided to take another shot at finding the owner through seven degrees of separation. Emerson said she thinks it’s a first generation Go Pro Hero. They are up to their eighth generation now. According to Wikipedia, the first one came out in 2005. Perhaps this surfer lost it back then? After all, the storm brought up all sorts of stuff from the ocean floor so who knows how old it is. Then again, it probably would not have kept its charge that long. So, let’s share this photo and see if anything turns up. C’mon, internet. Do your thing!
Mental Health Support During The COVID-19 Pandemic
OCEAN COUNTY – The Mental Health Association in New Jersey - Ocean County has expanded community outreach with multiple new wellness initiatives, group meetings and discussion groups related to both mental health and recovery. The agency is providing support with a special focus on the pandemic. Interested participants can connect to a virtual group meeting using a cell phone or computer; video is optional, not required. Groups are offered weekdays and weekends at various times of the day. The agency provides links and phone numbers associated with groups on their social media platforms or by phoning their Toms River office. There is no cost to participate; the agency is funded by the New Jersey Division of Mental Health and
Addiction Services, Ocean County Health Department and Ocean County Human Services. Some meetings are focused on wellness topics such as Staying Active in Isolation, Meditation, Relaxation Tips and Techniques, Music, Coping with Chaos and others. Many groups are provided to those living with mental illness and recovery and those with a dual diagnosis of both mental health and substance use disorder. The agency also offers meetings for specific sub-groups such as moms, teachers and those experiencing grief and loss. Days and times of all the virtual meetings can be found on Facebook, Mental Health Association in New Jersey - Ocean County; Instagram OceanMhanj; or by calling 732-244-0940.
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the interior of the vehicle. “This program has helped our residents safely dispose of hazardous materials for over 30 years,” Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari said. Vicari added, “we are pleased our residents continue to embrace this program and protect our environment.” The items that are collected include: aerosols, auto products, batteries, cleaning products, chemicals/pool chemicals, fire extinguishers, gasoline/waste oil, herbicides/ pesticides, mercury-containing devices, paint/paint thinners, polyurethanes/polishes, propane/tanks and stains/varnishes. Items that are not accepted include: asbestos, construction debris, electronics, explosives (including boat flares), infectious waste (“red bag” waste), medications, needles/syringes, oxygen tanks, radioactive materials, smoke detectors and unknown/ unidentifiable chemicals. All materials, with the exception of oil and gasoline, should be in the original containers. A limit of 200 pounds of dry materials and 20 gallons of liquid material is allowed per household. No containers larger than five gallons are accepted. Municipal recycling centers and the county’s recycling centers also allow for year-round drop off of a host of materials including used paint and waste oil. Residents can use the drop offs located at the Ocean County Northern Recycling Center in Lakewood, or the Southern Recycling Center located in Manahawkin from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Visit co.ocean.nj.us/OC/Solid Waste/ for more information.
Get Your Dog A Park ID OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Dog Park ID’s will be available at the County Connection in the Ocean County Mall in Toms River on Saturday and the Ocean County Administration Offices in Toms River, Jake Branch County Park in Beachwood and Wells Mills County Park in Waretown on Monday. Dog Park Rules & Regulations: • The Ocean County Off-Leash dog area is for use by permit only (With valid ID card) Management reserves the right to close the area due to weather conditions • Children under eight (8) years of age are not permitted within the off-leash dog area. • Children eight (8) years of age and older must be closely supervised by an adult. • There is a limit of two (2) dogs per person. • When others are waiting, please limit your use to thirty (30) minutes. The maximum number of dogs at one time is twenty (20). • Owners are responsible at all times for the behavior and safety of their dogs and
should be considerate of others • Puppies under six (6) months old are prohibited. • Dogs must wear collars displaying valid licenses at all times and have current vaccinations. Choke collars are prohibited in the Off Leash Dog Facilities. • Dogs must be leashed prior to entering and upon leaving area. Owners must remain with their dogs at all times and must carry a leash for each dog at all times. • Owners must clean up after their dogs. • No dog treats, food or toys are allowed in Off-Leash dog area. • Dogs in heat will not be permitted inside the facility. • Dogs in heat and non-neutered male dogs will not be permitted inside the facility. • All visitors are expected to adhere to the rules and regulations governing the use of facilities within the Ocean County Parks System as adopted by the Board of Chosen Freeholders.
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Advice Before Giving To A Charity NEW JERSEY – Anyone considering donating to a charity should research that charity before donating, the Federal Trade Commission said. These days, charities and fundraisers (groups that solicit funds on behalf of organizations) use the phone, face-to-face contact, email, the internet (including social networking sites), and mobile devices to solicit and obtain donations. Naturally, scammers use these same methods to take advantage of persons’ goodwill. Regardless of how they reach someone, avoid any charity or fundraiser that refuses to provide detailed information about its identity, mission, costs, and how the donation will be used; won’t provide proof that a contribution is tax deductible; uses a name that closely resembles that of a better-known, reputable organization; gives thanks for pledges that weren’t made; uses high-pressure tactics like trying a person to donate immediately, without giving that person time to think about it and do their research; asks for donations in cash or asks persons to wire money; offers to send a courier or overnight delivery service to collect the donation immediately; guarantees sweepstakes winnings in exchange for a contribution. By law, a person never has to give a donation to be eligible to win a sweepstakes. Donators should ask for detailed information about the charity, including name, address, and telephone number. They should get the exact name of the organization and do some research. Searching the name of the organization online — especially with the word “complaint(s)” or “scam”— is one way to learn about its reputation. Call the charity. Find out if the organization is aware of the solicitation and has authorized the use of its name. The organization’s development staff should be able to help. Find out if the charity or fundraiser must be registered in the state by contacting the National Association of State Charity Officials.
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Around The Jersey shore Ocean County Library Still Open…Virtually
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of JUly 4 - JUly 10
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): The road to harmonious romantic encounters and serene family relationships could be paved with a few speed bumps. Try to not make any impulsive decisions or overreact to little misunderstandings in the early part of the week. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your popularity could hit its zenith in the week to come. However, don’t get complacent just because someone admires you or people are talking about your work. Put new ventures on the back burner. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’re usually levelheaded, but if you don’t do your homework, you might make a bad call. In the week ahead, try to avoid making impulsive purchases or participating in get-rich-quick schemes that could be costly. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may find it diďŹƒcult to feel understood or to charm your way into someone’s good graces in the week ahead. Honor existing commitments but don’t make additional promises or enter into new agreements. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Challenge your assumptions and be sure you have everything you need before you start a new venture. You might be drowning in imaginative ideas, but the time is not ripe to put them into motion. Gather your resources and wait until next week. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Unexpected bills or unpredictable behavior can challenge even the most mindful and thorough person. Communications can go awry during the upcoming week, so be especially careful with your money, mail and packages.
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