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─Screenshots by Judy Smestad-Nunn The Class of 2020 graduates Brick High School in a socially distant ceremony. By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - After months of uncertainty, Brick High School and Brick Memorial High School seniors were able to have in-person graduation ceremonies in light of a June 9 announcement by Governor Phil Murphy that outdoor gatherings of 500 people would be allowed starting July 3. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the gradu-

ation ceremonies had to abide by strict guidelines, including requirements for social distancing, so each high school had two graduation ceremonies based on the alphabetical order of student surnames. The ceremonies were held on July 8 with session one beginning at 4 p.m. followed by session two at 7 p.m.

Each graduate was al- High School Principal lotted two guest tickets, Jonathan Barresi exso all ceremonies were plained the guidelines live-streamed for those that would be in place for every aspect of the who could not attend. In instructional vid- ceremonies, includeos posted before the ing where and when to c e r e m o n ie s , B r ic k park, where to sit, and High School Princi- how students should pal William Kleissler check in. and Brick Memorial (Graduation - See Page 4)

Richter Wins Bitter 3rd District Primary

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – After months of infighting, Republicans have chosen Dav id R icht e r t o t a ke on Cong ressman A ndy Kim in November. R icht e r r e c eive d 20,948 votes and Kate Gibbs received 10,126 votes in the Primary Election. They were

competing in the third Cong ressional District, which is made up of parts of Ocean and Burlington counties. The winner will challenge the incumbent to represent the district in the House of Representatives. The two candidates had been lobbing shots at each other for

months. They agreed on many matters of policy but they each challenged the other’s credibility. Gibbs accused Richter of being a failed businessman who cozied up to Joe Biden’s brother to get a const r uction deal in the Middle East. He was compared to Where’s Waldo, and

painted as a district shopper who doesn’t care about the 3rd District and just rented a place to run in the election. Richter accused Gibbs of working for a union that raised costs of transportation projects and endorsed Democrats. She wa s c ompa r e d to Snooki due to her

yo u t h f u l i n d i s c r e tions of shoplifting and drug and alcohol charges. R icht e r i s s u e d a statement thanking his supporters and hoping to grow more support. “I’m not a politician, this is my fi rst election, but I already know that running for (Primary - See Page 7)

July 18, 2020

New Stores Under Construction

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Construction is moving forward on several big projects in town that were approved before the COVID-19 public health crisis. Three of the largest projects are convenience stores/gas stations. The first Royal Farms in Ocean County is under construction at the intersection of Routes 70, 88 and Olden Road at the site of the former Jersey Paddler. They got their final approval for the project in September 2018. The 4,600-square-foot food store/gas station is a chain known for their fried chicken. There are 219 Royal Farms located in Maryland, Delaware, Virginia and New Jersey. Wawa will be opening at two new locations in Brick. One is at the corner of Duquesne Boulevard, opposite Target on Route 70, and the other is being built at the site of the former Laurelton Mobile Home Park on Route 88 and Jack Martin Blvd. Construction at the Wawa at Duquesne is halted as they are awaiting their DOT (New Jersey Department of Transportation) permits, said Township Planner Tara Paxton, who had recently spoken to the property manager there. “A lot of the DOT staff is on furlough, so it’s moving really slow, so it’s still under review at the DOT,” she said. “They need to have their permit in-hand from the DOT in order to continue with the construction.” A Panera Bread is also planned for the site. JSM (Jack and Sheryl Morris) at Martin Blvd LLC, has all their permits in place for a 5,051 square-foot Wawa convenience store/gas station area at the former mobile home park. Workers are busy at the 12-acre site, which will also include a 4,535-square-foot bank, and a 7,182-square-foot retail building in which a 3,000-square-foot restaurant will be located. Morris is the president and chief executive officer of Edgewood properties, is a wellknown developer in Brick who built the Costco shopping center and who will be developing part of the vacant Foodtown site. Plans for the former Foodtown site are on hold until CAFRA has reviewed the application. According to Township Business Administrator Joanne Bergin, the application is likely delayed due to the furlough of state employees. The 11-acre site will be split in half, and will be developed separately, which will include a (Construction - See Page 4)

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Graduation:

Continued From Page 1 Each family was asked to arrive in one vehicle to ensure there was enough parking in the designated lot. All graduates and guests had to wear a face mask, and everyone had a temperature screening before entering the field. Students seated in chairs on the field and parents seated in the bleachers had to maintain social distancing of at least six feet. Details were also provided on the student processional, the reading of graduate names, the presentation of their diplomas, and the student recessional. A professional photo was taken of each student as they got their diploma, followed by the Turning of the Tassel to signify graduation. After the student recessional, students left the field and went directly to the parking lot. Parents followed immediately and everyone was asked to exit the parking lot quickly and orderly while following social distancing. There could be no small gatherings for photo opportunities, and “avoid handshakes, high fives or even fist bumps and hugging. We cannot encourage any bodily contact,” Kleissler said. “These are all requirements in the plan that is allowing the district to host in-person graduations, so I hope you understand the need for all of us

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sports dome and retail space. Construction of a smaller project - a new free-standing Dunkin Donuts building with a drive-through window at the corner of Folsom Drive and Route 88 - is moving along quickly, Paxton said. “They framed it out last week and now they’re going to start doing the construction on the facia and the roofing, so it’s moving really fast,” she said. It should be open in the fall, Paxton added. Also, the foundation is complete and walls are going up for the township’s first free-standing Starbucks, located in front of the Bay Harbor Plaza, inside a jughandle turn in front of the former AC Moore and Burlington Coat Factory. The .92-acre lot was once the site of a Getty gas station. The 2,325 square-foot building

to do our part,” he said. Barresi’s message was the same. “It’s an exciting day, and people do want to have the opportunity to take pictures and things of that nature, but unfortunately, due to the fact the restrictions that we have, and the social distancing guidelines we need to enforce, we can’t allow congregations after the fact,” he said. Susan McNamara, Director of Planning, Research and Evaluation for the Brick Township Public Schools, said that during the spring break timeframe, the administration was carefully monitoring the NJ Department of Education, the Governor’s office and the Health Department. Superintendent of Schools Dr. William Farrell asked the administrative team to develop virtual and various in-person plans for the graduating class, she said. “We began to think about a number of plans based on the number of people who could gather,” she said. “Would there be 25? 50? Finally, it was 500 people, so we adjusted our plan all along.” McNamara said everyone was thrilled at the graduation ceremonies, with parents cheering from the stands. “We are so proud of the class of 2020,” she said. “They are strong and resilient, just an amazing group of students. They are going to go forth and change the world with their perspective,” McNamara said.

will have three points of access, outdoor seating and 30 parking spaces. The Building Department has been busy, working through Resolution Compliance on a number of subdivision and minor subdivision plans, Paxton said. A lot of the residential subdivisions that have been approved over the past five years are being sold off as separate lots to individuals who are hiring their own contractor, and are not being built by one developer, Paxton said. There have been a few commercial applications where the applicants have requested a time waiver to be heard at a later date that were ready to be scheduled, she said. “They want to have an in-person meeting and they don’t want to have to present over Zoom,” she said. “It’s a lot busier than I thought it would be [during the pandemic], but it’s definitely slower than normal,” Paxton said.

─Photo courtesy Judy Smestad-Nunn The Wawa/Panera Farms construction site is on Route 70.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

E DITORIAL Newspaper Will Not Endorse Candidates Here in the letters page, we give you a chance to endorse the candidate of your choice. You’ll see endorsements for any party. But what you won’t see is an endorsement from the newspaper itself. Micromedia Publications, and our website JerseyShoreOnline.com, does not endorse candidates. We feel it is our job to provide you with as much information as possible for you to make your own decision. However, we will never tell you

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Summer Camp: A Place to Build Resiliency As New Jersey camps reopen and welcome children and teens for summer adventure in the great outdoors, there is a special opportunity to spend time building critical social and emotional skills among campers. The long months of quarantine have taken a toll on our kids, and health professionals are raising concerns about their social and emotional well-being. Psychology Today recently reported: “Research shows that children and adolescents are experiencing mental distress due to the disruptions of the closure of schools, activities, and maintaining social and physical distancing.” While summer camps look slightly different this season with smaller groups, optional face masks and hand sanitizer stations, they still offer a unique environment where children can explore nature and connect with each other. When kids spend high-quality time outdoors, they thrive physically, emotionally, and intellectually. In an outdoor setting, they discover a strong sense of self, gain practical life skills and become resourceful problem solvers. Summer camp provides a vital building block to support children’s growth and social-emotional development. It can be a life-changing experience as kids cultivate relationships and learn from their social interactions with new friends. Year after year, kids share that the best part of camp is making lasting friendships. For families not comfortable sending their kids to outdoor day camps, there are plenty of virtual camp options that incorporate engaging online activities with other children. Girl Scouts, for example, is offering summer camp adventures at home with plenty of activities to complete away from a screen and open to all. In this time of social distancing, we must remain committed to fostering healthy connections and supporting the social-emotional growth and learning of our children. Eileen Higgins CEO, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore

Letters To tations, The Editor she looked like my March 13th, had 15% of my Trump Votes By Mail Do you know who’s voting by mail this election? Donald Trump. And do you know who’s making it harder for everyone else in the country to vote by mail in the middle of a global pandemic? That’s right - Donald Trump. He and other White House officials have gone on record with false claims against mail-in voting, even though it’s one of the safest options for us to cast our ballots as the country recovers from this pandemic. In the face of Trump’s hypocrisy, I expect Congress to do the right thing and provide both economic relief and expanded funding for no-excuse absentee voting, early voting, and other options to make voting safer this November. These are all common-sense reforms that a vast majority of Americans support and changes that would help increase voter participation during and after this crisis. Even though Congress allocated some funds to help states implement these voting reforms, without an additional $3.6 billion in election assistance funding, some voters may not be able to make their voices heard during one of the most important elections of our lifetime. We must prevent a situation where voters are forced to choose between protecting their health and casting a ballot - no matter what Trump says. Congress has the ability to act right now and we need to make sure our representatives know that anything less than immediate action is unacceptable. Joann Pichiarello Manchester

Support Local Workers (And Be Nice To Them) I spoke with my daughter before writing this. She is a hairdresser in Manahawkin. When she sent me a picture of her first day, with mask and shield and then at the end with markings and irri-

son, who’s a doctor, only he’s supposed to wear this, and he gets paid a hell of a lot more money. Her days and her colleagues’ days are long, very long, they are not making the money they once made. Why? Because they are limited to the amount of people they can have in the salon. On top of all that, the amount of cleaning that needs to be done after each person is unbelievable. I write this because I’ve seen many (Facebook) posts over establishments charging more money. Do any of you have any idea how much money these establishments have lost? Even if they received any of these government loans, do you really believe it covers all their expenses? I’ve seen hundreds of posts of wanting restaurants, salons, gyms, etc. to open, but, wait, open up on your terms? With the amount of (Personalized protective equipment) they are required to now have, who do you think pays for this? If you only got paid for 25%, how are you truly supposed to make money and yes, feed your family. I ask that you take a minute to understand that these businesses are NOT trying to rip anyone off, take advantage of anyone or gauging. They are trying to survive; they are trying to keep people employed and somehow stay afloat for as long as they can, otherwise all we will have eventually are vacant buildings. My guess is a lot of these workers could probably stay home and make more money on unemployment. They chose to make a go of things and try and get this country back on its feet, so let’s give them a break. If you feel it’s too much money, don’t go. I believe they have those color in box items at the store. Me personally, I don’t want to come out looking like a peep or a clown. I love sitting at a restaurant having a glass of wine and enjoying someone making a wonderful dinner once in a while. If you feel they are asking too much, again, don’t go, make due at home. For me, I work in NYC, haven’t been back since

salary taken from me, along with losing vacation time. It sucks, but I believe it can be worse. It can always be worse. The way I see it now, it is slowly getting better, slowly getting better. So be patient, be understanding and be kind. People just want to get back to doing what they love, and what they do well. If you don’t want to see more auto stores or dollar stores and the like support all these small establishments/ businesses in Barnegat and the surrounding areas. Let’s keep these establishments great! Susan Dangelmajer Barnegat

Richter Can’t Find Toms River On A Map So, we’re stuck with David Richter, huh? It’s bad enough that the Primary election was with a bunch of people from Burlington County, but Richter doesn’t know anything about Ocean County. He doesn’t live anywhere around here really. He supposedly is from Willingboro. I don’t even know where that is. So I guess we’ve got that in common. If there’s a debate, I want them to ask the candidates to find Toms River on a map. I bet he can’t. I bet he doesn’t know that Ortley exists or our development problems or our school funding dilemma. He tried to run for election in the 2nd District until (Congressman Jeff) Van Dr e w swi t c h e d p a r t i e s. When he didn’t have a chance there he moved to the 3rd District. It’s kind of like our (previous) congressman, Tom MacArthur. He rented an apartment just so he could run for office here. These people are pathetic. I’m tired of people just coming in and thinking they can run things around here. They know nothing about us and they don’t care about us. Donald Soto Toms River

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

VA Treats Veterans As “Third Class” Citizens From The Desk Of

Congressman Andy Kim WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03) released the fourth in a series of stories of veterans impacted by the failure of the Department of Veterans Affairs to deliver a new veterans health facility to Ocean County. Recently, Congressman Kim, along with Senators

Booke r a nd Me ne ndez sent a letter to VA officials demanding answers on why the effort to secure a new veterans’ health care facility in Ocean County failed, and asking the VA to provide immediate solutions for New Jersey’s veterans. The fourth story is that

of John Tr uppo, an Air National Guard veteran who lives in Brick Township. John currently uses the James J. Howard VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) for his primary medical care including physical exams, care for his diabetes, and lab work. Truppo has had numerous issues caused by the insufficient number of health care providers at the CBOC and has had to deal with appoi nt ments ca nceled with no warning. On June 22, Truppo arrived for an appointment at the CBOC

for routine blood work to manage his diabetes, only to be told the facility was closed to telehealth only. Truppo was also misdiagnosed with bone cancer last year, causing him to have to seek care at the VA’s East Orange facility, which was, “incredibly stressful.” “The way the VA treats the veterans in our community is an insult to me as an American and as a Veteran,” said Truppo. “There are older vets who are in worse shape than me and this is totally unfair. I am sick of being treated

as a third class citizen and I hope the VA can take this seriously and do something to correct the situation.” “Our veterans have given so much to our country, and John’s story is a reminder that we’re falling short of repaying them for their service,” said Congressman Kim. “Ocean Cou nt y has one of t he largest veteran populations in the country, and for even one veteran to be denied care because the VA isn’t fully staffi ng medical professionals is unacceptable. It’s time for them to step

up and work with our local veterans and leaders to provide the fi rst class care our veterans deserve.” Cong ressman K im is a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Committee on Small Business. In addition to advocating for a new veterans health facility in Ocean County, Cong ressma n K i m has introduced bipartisan legislation to protect veterans from VA errors and help veterans identify employment opportunities during their transition to civilian life.

Booker, Menendez Announce $5.3M To Support NJ Health Dept. Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHI NGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker announced the awarding of $5,370,096 from the U.S.

Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Hospit al P re pa red ness Program (HPP) to support the New Jersey Depart-

Primary:

Continued From Page 1 Congress is tough, and it is only going to get tougher from here as we move on to challenge Andy Kim in the general election,” he said. “Just like in the primary race, we fully expect to be outspent in the general election, but that is where all of you will be even more important. We are building a grassroots campaign like this district has never seen before and I have no doubt that we will defeat Andy Kim. “I would like to thank my opponent Kate Gibbs for her concession and to commend her for running a tough, hard-fought race,” he said. “I’m looking forward to earning the votes of Kate’s many supporters throughout the Third District and unifying the Republican Party as we work together to fl ip the district from blue to red this November.” Kate Gibbs issued a statement after conceding the race.

ment of Health’s response and recovery efforts to the COVID-19 pandemic. “These funds are absolutely critical as our state continues to battle COVID-19 and prepares for future spikes,” said Sen. Menendez, a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee that sets national health policy. “This will ensure our hospitals and health care workers are ready and able

“Tonight’s election didn’t have the outcome I had hoped for but I am extremely proud of the race we ran. While I move on to the next chapter of my life, I will continue to fight for what is right and stand up for conservative principles,” she said. “I will always be grateful for the support of all those who stood by and with me. “It’s the hundred year anniversary of women’s suffrage and, sadly, Alice Paul’s home has never been represented by a woman in Congress. While the loss hurts, I hope my campaign helps to inspire and encourage other women to challenge the good ‘ol boys club, run for office, and make sure their voices are heard. I want little girls to grow up believing they can come from humble beginnings and can serve in the hallowed halls of Congress,” she said. In Ocean County, Richter received 16,637 votes and Gibbs received 4,345. There were 130 write-in votes. Gibbs did better in Burlington County,

to respond to this pandemic, as well as future outbreaks and natural disasters. I’ll continue fighting for the resources our state needs to make it through this unprecedented crisis.” “New Jersey is one of the states hit hardest by this public health crisis, with our health care providers working around the clock protecting the health and safety of our residents,”

said. Sen. Booker. “Now we must ensure that New Jersey hospitals and health care professionals have the federal resources needed to continue to prepare for and respond to this ongoing crisis.” The HPP provides funding and technical assistance to every state and territory to ensure their health systems can respond and recover from an outbreak

where she used to be a Freeholder. She received 5,781 votes to Richter’s 4,311. There were 82 write-ins. Approximately 31,000 Republicans voted in the 3rd District Primary. Congressman Andy Kim didn’t have a primary challenge, but voters still came out for him. In Ocean County, Kim received 18,201 votes. There were 105 write-ins. In Burlington County, Kim received 24,897 votes. There were 68 write-ins. Approximately 43,000 Democrats voted in the 3rd District Primary. These figures came from the election board websites of the counties involved. The results will be unofficial until later this month. Ocean County Clerk Scott Colabella said that while the voting is over, the counting is not. The county was still collecting ballots by mail up until July 14, as long as they were postmarked by July 7.

or disaster, like the current COVID-19 pandemic or Superstorm Sandy. This also allows hospitals to collaborate statewide to ensure the residents of New Jersey can access the medical care they need in the event of an emergency. Last month, the senators announced nearly $6 million in HPP funding for the NJ DOH and New Jersey Hospital Association.

There were also provisional ballots that are still being checked. These are for people who voted in person, and they would need to be checked to make sure they didn’t also vote by mail. The figures will be fi nalized July 24. Still, even without the fi nal numbers, this was an impressive amount of people to vote in an election that was primarily by mail. “Mail-in voting means voters don’t have to choose between their health and their democracy, a choice no one should ever have to make,” Kim said in a statement. “In the past few weeks, I’ve seen an incredible amount of enthusiasm and energy for this campaign, and I think that showed at the ballot box with our impressive showing. I’ve spent every day since I was elected to Congress working for the people of New Jersey, and that’s how I plan on winning re-election - by showing up and earning their support.” The General Election will be Nov. 3.

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Green Dragons Request Help For Digitization Project

BRICK – Attention Green Dragons, The Warren Wolf Football Scholarship Committee is having 51 years of Brick football films, tapes and other recordings digitized with the hopes that they can be shared with fans in the comfort of their home. This project will cost $20,000.00 and the Scholarship Committee is hopeful that you will share their excitement about this project. Imagine your children, grandchildren, friends and teammates will all be able to revisit a special time and bond we all experienced as a Brick football player. The Committee is now looking for your help to make this project possible through a dona-

tion specifically designated to this project. Can we count on your help to defray this cost? All donations will help, $10, $25, $50 a $100 or more if you are able. All donations received that is in excess will be applied toward the football scholarship given annually to a senior Green Dragon football player that is continuing their education. All donations should be forwarded to Brick United, a New Jersey nonprofit xorporation, care of Jay C. Sendzik, 1808 Route 88, Brick, New Jersey 08724. Checks should be made payable to Brick United. Specifically designate with your contribution that the money should be applied to the films.

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Girl Scouts Provide Sweet Relief in Partnership With Investors Bank

By Bob Vosseller BRICK – Girl Scouts and Investors Bank made as perfect a pair as cookies and chocolate chips as they partnered up for the delivery of 10,000 boxes of cookies to provide some much needed to cheer to veterans, hospital workers and families. The deliveries came as people are continuing to endure conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic. The ‘Boxes of Love’ delivered included a mountain of Thin Mints, Samoas and other flavors of beloved Girl Scout cookies donated by Investors Bank. The recipients included a group of disabled veterans as part of an initiative to thank local heroes and share comfort with the community during the current health crisis. Around 2,000 boxes of the tasty treats were dropped off at the Brick chapter of Disabled American Veterans Department of New Jersey (DAVNJ) recently and will be shared with disabled vets across New Jersey. Another 8,000 boxes of cookies are being delivered to five other organizations in support of the Girl Scout Cookie Relief Fund. The fund was launched to encourage local businesses and other supporters to donate cookies for Girl Scouts to distribute to essential workers, volunteers, and other local causes. Thus far, more than 90,000 Girl Scout Cookies have been delivered, and with Investors Bank’s donation, the fund will top 100,000 cookies. Investors Bank Senior Vice President and Retail Market Executive Victoria Magliacane said, “Investors Bank is honored to assist Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore by supporting the Cookie Relief Fund.” She added, “Girl Scout Cookies always are welcome. We hope the cookies we donate will help the organizations assisting those hit hardest by the pandemic find some joy with these delicious treats during this very difficult time.” Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore CEO Eileen Higgins thanked Investors Bank for their $50,000 donation to share 10,000 “boxes of love with heroes who’ve served our country and everyday heroes on the front lines of the pandemic caring for our community.” She added, “support for the Girl Scout Cookie Program enables Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore

to provide leadership programs and experiences to girls in both Monmouth and Ocean counties and that Girl Scouts were in the midst of their annual cookie program when the health crisis hit, halting community cookie booths and in-person sales, resulting in a large inventory of cookies. During the delivery, Investors Bank urged other businesses to support the Cookie Relief Fund to help Girl Scouts draw down their cookie inventory and to bring comfort to the community. “We are excited to assist the Girl Scouts who have been working to make the world a better place by helping girls grow in courage, confidence and character for more than 100 years,” Magliacane said. She said Investors Bank is driven by its four core values that provide the foundation for its mission and vision: Cooperation, Character, Commitment and Community. Investors Bank strongly believes in the power of community commitment and working in cooperation with like-minded organizations for the good of the people and neighborhoods they serve. “Investors believes that the only way to do well, is to do good. Investors Bank Chairman and CEO Kevin Cummings said. He added, “nonprofits are responding to the unprecedented needs of so many in our communities. We believe in the value of forming alliances that bring our company and not-forprofit organizations together to assist in serving our neighbors.” Johnnie Walker, department adjutant for DAVNJ, said the organization relies on support from other nonprofits and advocacy organizations “to make sure we fulfill our promises to all the men and women who have served our country.” In addition to the cookie drop off to the disabled veterans, Girl Scouts is delivering the remaining 8,000 boxes of cookies donated by Investors Bank to the following organizations: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Jersey, based in New Brunswick. CASA of NJ is part of a national network of nonprofit programs that advocate for children removed from their families because of abuse or neglect. Lunch Break, a Red Bank nonprofit that freely provides food, clothing, life skills and fellowship to those in need in Monmouth County and beyond. HomeFront of New Jersey in Lawrenceville, whose mission is to end homelessness in Central New Jersey by harnessing the caring resources and expertise of the community. Ocean Mental Health Services, Toms River, which offers a comprehensive continuum of mental health services that promote full participation in community life. RWJ – Barnabas – Community Medical Center Campus in Toms River, which is working to advance innovative strategies in high quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore serves more than 10,000 girls ages 5-18 in Monmouth and Ocean counties, providing leadership experience that inspires and motivates them to take action for themselves and their communities. Anyone interested in supporting the Girl Scout Cookie Relief Fund can visit GSFun.org/CookieRelief.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE County Nature Centers Reopen

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY - Parks and Recreation Nature and Visitor Centers reopened recently by order of the county, but safety regulations will be in place. Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines, the chairwoman of the Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation, said “As we continue to work with the threat of the coronavirus we must put restrictions in place for the protection of our visitors and staff.” She added, “it’s essential our visitors follow the rules that have been developed for everyone’s safety.” The Freeholder noted that the first hour that centers are open will be exclusively for senior citizens and the vulnerable population. “Face masks will be mandatory inside the nature and visitor centers and capacity at each site will be limited to 25 percent.” She added that visitors are asked to observe social distancing by remaining six feet apart and individual groups should make every effort to stay together. “We will also implement time limits when necessary so everyone has an opportunity to visit these park facilities,” Haines added. The nature and visitor centers opened on July 9 and their respective hours are: • The Cooper Environmental Center at Cattus Island County Park, 1170 Cattus Island Blvd., Toms River, will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesdays through Fridays and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays. • Jake’s Branch County Park Nature Center, 1100 Double Trouble Road, Beachwood, will be open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays. • Wells Mills County Park Nature Center, 905 Route 532, Waretown, will be open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays. • Cloverdale Farm County Park Visitor Center, 34 Cloverdale Road, Barnegat Township, will be open from 9 a.m. to 4

p.m., Fridays and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Haines also announced the reopening of the Cedar Bridge Tavern County Historical Site on Cedar Bridge Road in Barnegat Township. She said, “going forward, the Cedar Bridge Tavern will be open to visitors from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays.” In early May, Ocean County began to gradually reopen its parks following guidelines from the state and health experts. By May 22 all Ocean County parks, including off-leash dog parks, had been reopened to the public. The spray park at the John C. Bartlett Jr. County Park at Berkeley Island along with the playgrounds located at 14 other Ocean County parks were reopened on July 2. Bathroom facilities are available at all County park sites and visitors using them 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 said 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 reopened our facilities gradually in order to make sure we had the appropriate amount of staff and that everyone had been trained in order to meet the new requirements that we have implemented for sanitizing our facilities and also monitoring attendance so as to meet the requirements of Gov. Murphy’s executive orders,” Haines said. “We look forward to the day when we don’t have to limit the number of visitors using our nature centers and other attractions but for now, out of an abundance of caution, we will do all we can to make visiting our parks and centers enjoyable as we continue to stress safety and the health of our visitors and our staff,” she added.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Brick Police Make Arrests For Prostitution, Drugs And Firearms

By Chris Lundy BRICK – The Brick Police Street Crimes Unit patrolled throughout the weekend resulting in arrests for prostitution, firearms, drugs and other related crimes. The first charge came on Thursday night. At 10 p.m. police arrested a male juvenile for possession of marijuana. He was in a vehicle pulled over in the area of Sawmill Road. He resisted arrest, police said. He was charged with seven counts of delinquency on juvenile complaints and released to a guardian. A woman in the car, Destiny Bowen, 19, of Brick, was charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. During the incident, the juvenile’s mother came out of her home and interfered with the arrest, police said. She was charged with obstruction. On the night of July 12, detectives watched the same vehicle make frequent trips in

and out of the Maple Leaf Condominium complex. Shortly after midnight detectives stopped the vehicle on the Garden State Parkway near Exit 91. The driver, Eugene Ayala Jr., 25, of Toms River, was charged with possession of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, loitering to obtain a controlled dangerous substance and several motor vehicle violations. The passenger, Timothy Moore-Jackson, 23, of Brick, had a handgun on him. He was charged on a warrant with possession of a weapon for unlawful purposes and unlawful possession of a handgun. During another late night patrol, detectives observed a suspicious vehicle in the area of Sawmill Road. They found an adult male who was charged with engaging in prostitution. His identity remains undisclosed at this time. Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.

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It’s a judged show and trophies will be awarded (including Best Represented Club). The events will also have vendors, food and beverages, giveaways, a 50/50 and DJ Blue Jay. For vendor opportunities or for more information, call Jason at 732-810-5729. To register and pay by credit card, call Mel at 732-239-8968.

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It can be quite disconcerting to look in the mirror and discover that you have a spot of blood under the transparent membrane (conjunctiva) that covers the surface of your eye. Called a “subconjunctival hemorrhage,” the condition can occur without you knowing it, following a forceful cough, sneeze, or straining eﬀort. The conjunctiva contains tiny blood vessels that can break (or leak) after sudden increases in pressure. In these cases, the redness usually clears up within a week or two as the blood is reabsorbed. However, if pain or any change in vision is experienced, the ophthalmologist should be consulted. Subconjunctival hemorrhaging is also related to “diabetic retinopathy,” which should not be allowed to go untreated. Despite its bloody appearance, a subconjunctival hemorrhage should cause no change in your vision, no discharge from your eye, and no pain. Your only discomfort may be a scratchy feeling on the surface of your eye. SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES is dedicated to providing a full spectrum of high-quality personalized eye care. To schedule an appointment, please call our oﬃce at 732-349-5622. Our doctors take the time to listen to and answer your questions so that you can make the best choices to fit your unique needs and lifestyle.

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

Interesting New Facts About Leprosy And COVID

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. I’m reading a book called The Island (Victoria Hislop) which is about a leper colony and the book is set in the 1900’s where people with leprosy were exiled to an island called Spinalonga, off the coast of Crete (Greece). And people were sent there to live, and to die. The island is abandoned today. It became self-sufficient and only after 1957 were the residents allowed to return to their homes (if they were still alive). Today, half of the cases of leprosy occur in parts of India and there are still leper colonies. There are leper colonies all over the world. This condition is ancient, but sadly, even with centuries of medical advancements, we still see thousands of cases globally. It is medically known as Hansen’s disease. Those aﬄicted with leprosy are often from poverty-stricken areas where there is difficulty accessing medical professionals and clean food or water. The condition, if untreated, will cause nerve pain, skin lesions, disfigurement, and amputation, not to mention social stigma. In the book I am reading, one of the main characters, a teacher named “Eleni” becomes infected with leprosy by her student Dimitri, and they are both banished from Crete to live forever on the little island of Spinalonga. Eleni was never to return home, but her altruistic and loving nature made life better for those she knew during her time on the island. Like COVID, the condition of leprosy seems to show benefits from Vitamin D. They did not know that back in the 40’s and 50’s when Spinalonga and other leper colonies formed. I am not comparing lep-

rosy to corona, these are not even remotely related. The only similarity is that vitamin D can be helpful for both according to current scientific research. Vitamin D supports many aspects of immune function, as well as myelin sheath repair. Today’s aim is to enlighten you about the condition of leprosy because it still exists in the US, especially in the southern US, and it’s making a resurgence in Brazil. Just FYI, armadillos are a host, and people still eat them. As a reminder, zoonotic infections are 100% preventable, and therefore easier to avoid than to cure. The signs and symptoms of Leprosy include: • Discolored (or thick) patch of skin on the body • Muscle weakness • Loss of eyebrows or eyelashes • Painless swelling or lumps on the face or ears • Numbness in parts of the skin Treatment of leprosy will help to avoid the nerve damage. If left untreated it may cause: • Shortening of toes and fingers • Foot drop • Blindness • Neuropathy or burning sensations in skin • Chronic ulcers that don’t heal on the skin or feet • Difficulty swallowing or talking There are many physicians today who specialize in the treatment of leprosy and other infectious diseases, so if you have concerns that the bacteria has invaded your body, please do some reading at websites such as The Leprosy Mission International and the National Hansen’s Disease Program.

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Professional, sensitive Lady - 50+ seeks man 50-67. Like outdoors, pets and dining out. I'm attractive but looks are unimportant to me; kindness and high ethics are. Call 848-468-2424. (29)

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Now Hiring – The Goddard School on Route 70 is seeking full time Teacher’s Assistant and leads for the upcoming school year. We provide a warm, loving environment for children up to six years. Must have a flexible schedule, available Mon-Fri. Benefits include paid time off, 401k and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about these positions, email your resume to toms river2nj@goddardschools.com

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Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) P/T in-house Service Technician - Needed in Lakewood for testing/setup/customer support of Thermal Printers. Email resume to sales@dalemark.com. (30) Hire at once full time at 4 to 6 hours a day - You need to have your own vehicle. Currently working on Long Beach Island, Jackson & Howell. Call 908-216-2400/732-364-5330. (31) Power Washer - $14 p/h. Cash to start. Executive Enterprises, Toms River. Call 732-608-6181. NJ Lic#13VH05877600. (31) Part Time Food Service - STARTING RATE OF $11.00/hr. Scholarship opportunities. Flexible Schedules. We have immediate openings for the following positions: Part Time Server/ Wait Staff. Part Time Dietary Aide. Part Time Utility Aide/Dishwasher Apply in in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@ thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (16) NOW HIRING!! - 60 jobs available (1st & 2nd shift) in BRICK packaging facility! Super CLEAN & SAFE environment! Call 848222-4888 to work immediately! (26) HVAC Installer/Technician - Hiring Now. Experience needed. Great work environment. Company vehicle. Full time/year round/paid holidays. Call 732-349-1448 or fax resume To 732-349-6448. (30) 2 College Students - Work full time until school starts. $14 p/h. Cash to start - power washing. Call 732-608-6181. (31) Kitchen/Wait Staff - Apply online at Magnoliaal.com or in person at Magnolia Gardens. 1935 Route 9, Toms River. 732-557-6500 or email hr@magnoliaal.com. (30)

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BRICK - The Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority (Brick Utilities) is pleased to announce a free webinar series, “Virtual Evening at the Reservoir.” The webinars are being held via Webex Events in coordination with the Barnegat Bay Partnership. The programs will focus on creating and maintaining a healthy, water efficient and environmentally friendly landscape based on pr inciples f rom the Jersey-Fr iendly Yards website ( jerseyyards.org). Three monthly presentations will be held on Thursday evenings during the months of July, August and September from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. The programs include the following: August 27th – Secrets to Low Maintenance Landscaping – Join us in learning tips for a low maintenance garden, including plant selection and care, with Dr. S. Ann Earon, Rutgers Master Gardener of Ocean County. Find out where plants will f lourish in your yard based on their moisture and sunlight needs, and the right way to mulch to keep your plants happy. September 10th – Fall Putting Your Garden to Sleep – Learn how to put your garden to bed for the late fall and winter with Dr. S. Ann Earon, Rutgers Master Gardener of Ocean County. Ann will provide tips on the advantages of deadheading, taking cuttings, dividing and collecting seeds from your flowering plants, and preparing container gardens for those chilly months. These webinars are free but registration is required. To register, please contact Shari Kondr up at 732- 458-7000 ext. 4282 or via email at skondrup@brickmua.com. “Virtual Weekend at the Reservoir” is

a free community education program being sponsored by Brick Utilities and the Barnegat Bay Partnership. The webinars are replacing in-person Weekend at the Reservoir programs for summer 2020. Brick Utilities’ educational programs focus on the importance of the Metedeconk River and Barnegat Bay to the region, and how to conserve and protect these water resources. The Barnegat Bay Partnership is a partnership of government, academic, business, and private organizations working together to help protect and restore the water quality and natural resources of the Barnegat Bay. The Metedeconk River drains to Barnegat Bay and encompasses roughly ninety (90) square miles in both Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Starting at its headwaters in Freehold, Jackson and Millstone, the river f lows eastward through Howell, Lakewood, Wall and Brick Townships before reaching Point Pleasant Borough and the Barnegat Bay. The Metedeconk River is a critical water resource for the region. It serves as the primary water supply source for Brick Utilities, which provides drinking water to more than 100,000 area residents in Brick Township, Howell Township, Lakewood Township, Point Pleasant Borough, and Point Pleasant Beach Borough. The river is a major source of freshwater to the Barnegat Bay, one of 28 Congressionally-designated estuaries of national significance in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s National Estuary Program. To learn more about the Metedeconk River Watershed, please visit www.metedeconkriver.org. To learn more about Barnegat Bay Partnership, please visit barnegatbaypartnership.org.

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New Rules For Brick Beaches BRICK - During the coronavirus pandemic, the following guidelines and regulations will be in place: • Social distancing will be in effect and enforced by beach staff • Beach supervisor will close access to beach if crowds are preventing effective social distancing • Beach staff will regularly disinfect restrooms, equipment, lockers, etc. • Lifeguards have an approved COVID screening and evaluation questionnaire for rescues and first-aid assists • EMTS will take employees’ temperatures One lifeguard on stand; two on foot due to social distancing Brick Township operates three ocean beaches and one riverfront beach at Windward Beach Park. All beaches are open from Memorial Day – Labor Day and are staffed 7 days a week from mid-June through Labor Day. Beach hours of operation are 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Beach badges are required for access to all beaches. Beach Badge Rates Rates for 2020 are as follows: • Season Badge $30 • Daily Wristband $8 (can only be purchased at the beaches) • Season Parking $30 • Daily Parking Pass $5 Children ages 12 and under – FREE when accompanied by a paying adult Refunds or replacements will not be issued for lost or stolen badges or parking permits. Badges and wristbands must be worn at all times on beaches. Senior Citizen Beach Passes

Seniors who will be age 65 by September 1, 2020 may receive a free daily wristband for access to Brick Township’s beaches. Each individual requesting a wristband must provide proof of age (driver’s license, birth certificate, county ID card, etc.). Senior wristbands are available at Brick Beach I, Brick Beach III and Windward Beach. They are not available in the Recreation Office. Seniors who will be age 65 by September 1, 2020 may purchase a discount season parking pass for $15. These are available at Brick Beach I, Brick Beach III and the Recreation Office. Veterans Veterans are invited to enjoy Brick Township’s beaches admission-free. Simply present an identification confirming your service and you will receive a complimentary wrist band for the day. Surf Chairs Individuals with disabilities have the opportunity to reserve a specially designed wheelchair that will provide easy access to Brick Beach I, Brick Beach III and Windward Beach. Call 732-262-1184 for information or to reserve a chair on a first come first serve basis. Register in-person at the Recreation Office, located in the Civic Plaza, 270 Chambers Bridge Road. Office hours are M-F, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. The office accepts cash, check or money order made payable to Township of Brick, or credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover). Online registration is also offered for most programs and events. For more information, visit: bricktownship. net/index.php/departments/recreation/

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE You’ll Never Be Left High And Dry As Long As Dr. Choxi is By Your Side By Michael Vandenberg “There’s always some kind of suppor t available,” for patients struggling with pain, Dr. Sarah Choxi told me in a recent discussion. If you, like many of Garden State Medical Center’s new patients, have been told by other doctors that nothing could be done to alleviate your suffering, it’s time to think again. When you combine the vast treatment options available at GSMC with Dr. Choxi and the rest of their pain management specialists (including founder Dr. Dharam Mann), that negativity simply doesn’t stand a chance. After all, her interest in helping people has driven her throughout her education and career. She decided to specialize in anesthesiology and interventional pain management because she saw how much those fields could change lives. “It was a way to help patients improve quality of life,” said Dr. Choxi. “It can be really difficult for people when they have pain to go through their normal day by day activities. So it was really impor tant to me as a medical student, later on as a resident, and now as an attending to be able to restore their function and have very independent lives.” People who have conditions that can’t be solved or are difficult to solve deserve the ability to be happy and painfree. Formerly at the Universit y of Chicago, Dr. Choxi was drawn to GSMC’s same focus, as well as the innovative tools it has to make it happen. “It’s a very multi-dimensional perspective on man-

aging pain,” she said. Their solutions include medication manage ment, injections, spinal cord stimulators, and countless others that have been proven safe and effective. Oftentimes a combination of techniques works best. “Patients aren’t cookie cutter. They’re very unique and individual. So I think you need to have a plan in place that caters to their specific needs.” Garden State Medical Center has always been on the cutting edge, so it’s only natural for them to have so much under their umbrella. If Dr. Choxi thinks you need to see a rheumatologist, don’t start looking at next month’s calendar; you can see one of her rheumatologist colleagues in-house in a matter of days. She’ll probably even share her notes with them on their stateof-the-art electronic database, which will also help you to stay informed about your own care. Being in-the-know about the options available to you is an important part of the culture at GSMC. Dr. Choxi remembers one patient in particular who was desperate for answers. She had heel surgery and, although When she saw the pa- granted. Recently she it had physically healed, tient, she told her, “No went to a flea market with she was still feeling a matter what, we’ll fig- her husband and could ton of pain. Unfortunately, ure this out together.” Dr. actually just walk around the surgeon had been Choxi gave her options: for a couple hours and enjoy herself. Previously, dismissive, telling her five to be exact. The patient decided anything longer than ten that there was no reason to go with minutes used to be una n i n j e c - bearable. “I’m finally able tion called to just enjoy the weather a s y m p a - outside,” the patient told thetic nerve her. “I’m so glad that you block, and could give me options j u s t l i k e and I know that I can t h a t s h e trust you.” Trust in a doctor gives for her to be feeling dis- achieved 90 percent recomfort. “She felt a little lief. It was a life-changing patients the courage to pushed around by him difference, giving her pursue the treatment and sort of just pushed the ability to experience they feel most comfortout the door,” Dr. Choxi basic joys again in ways able with. Luckily, after remembered her saying. lots of people take for Dr. Choxi gives you the

most eﬀective and safest options, she’s happy let you make the ultimate choice. Unfamiliar with how some of these methods work? She’ll happily go over everything with you at length and answer any questions. In addition, GSMC has models in every room to help patients visualize what doctors are describing. There are even televisions in all the oﬃces with videos that give patients a full rundown of procedures and illustrations on how they’re performed. It ’s all bec ause Dr. Choxi’s patients “know

that they ’re going to get the care they de serve”. To get started, call 1-888-376-2661 today to schedule an appointment, or feel free to visit gsmedicalcenter. org to learn more on the procedures Garden State Medical Center provides. Dr. Choxi currently practices at 780 Route 37 West, Suite 110 and 1314 Hooper Avenue, Building B, Suite 101 in Toms River; 1100 Route 70, Entrance A in Whiting; 1608 Route 88, Suite 102 in Brick; and 100 Route 36, Suite #1K in West Long Branch.

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