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Toms River Halloween Parade Cancelled

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – It took a disaster to stop one of the most iconic events on the Jersey Shore: the Toms River Halloween Parade has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The parade is annually run by Toms River Fire Co. No. 1. It has a history of entertaining locals for decades. It is billed as the second largest Halloween parade in the world, and can have upwards of 6,000 viewers. The Downtown area is shut down and people compete for seats. “The Toms River Vol. Fire Co. No. 1 has decided for the safety of the community and all first responders involved due to the ongoing pandemic to cancel this year’s Halloween Parade,” wrote Carl Weingroff, one of

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─Photos courtesy Toms River Schools Graduates at all three high schools took part in separate, socially distant ceremonies in July. By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - After Governor Phil Murphy declared that in-person graduations could be held, local school districts were finally

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allowed to hold ceremonies. Masks were added to the caps and gowns on the very hot day, weeks further into summer than it would normally

have been. Social distancing was the rule. Some wore masks with their school’s name on it. “Students and parents were, by all accounts,

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compliant and supportive of our efforts,” a school spokesman stated. “We are proud as always of our students and how they represent our district.”

Town Orders Eﬃciency Study To Save Money

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The Tow n s h i p C o u n c i l hired a company to do an efficiency study with the goal of reducing costs while not reducing the quality of services. The contract is to a company called Government Strategy Group, headquartered

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in New Providence, New Jersey. The work was bid out and the cost is not to exceed $150,000. This six-figure cost is an investment, said council members Matthew Lot ano, Joshua Kopp and Kevin Geoghegan. Acquiring a group to do this work was one of their

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campaign promises. They expect it will reap millions of dollars in savings. This study will provide a “road map” to a more efficient, less expensive way of running the town, Lotano said. He added that the council is not waiting to get the results of the study back; if there

are ways to cut costs without cutting services they will do so. For example, they are continuing the hiring freeze for non-essential workers. One thing Kopp said he learned by being a councilman is that the town is a lot more complex than it looks to an outsider. The study

will provide fact-based advice that the governing body can use to make informed decisions about how to run operations. “Throughout the transition and into the early months of the year, we kept getting conflicting answers and push back about reforms we want

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Richter Wins Bitter 3rd District Primary

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – After months of infighting, Republicans have chosen David Richter to take on Congressman Andy Kim in November. Richter received 20,948 votes and Kate Gibbs received 10,126 votes in the Primary Election. They were competing in the third Congressional 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 construction 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 (Primary - See Page 7)

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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-

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Continued From Page 1 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 was compared to Snooki due to her youthful indiscretions of shoplifting and drug and alcohol charges. Richter issued a statement thanking his supporters and hoping to grow more support. “I’m not a politician, this is my first election, but I already know that running for 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

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

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 flip the district from blue to red this November.” Kate Gibbs issued a statement after conceding the race. “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

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

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, 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.

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.

The county was still collecting ballots by mail up until July 14, as long as they were postmarked by July 7. 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 finalized July 24. Still, even without the final 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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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

who to vote for. We want you to make an informed decision. All media sources are supposed to be neutral. It’s always been our goal to report the news fairly and accurately, and without bias. How could we do that if we supported someone’s campaign? Therefore, the letters page is a place for YOUR opinions about candidates, not ours. Chris Lundy News Editor

E DITORIAL Make Yourself Heard The people of Toms River face an array of issues – taxes, traffic, the environment, education. Issues that will impact Toms River for years to come. And no doubt you have something to say about them. So what can you do to ensure that your voice gets heard? First and foremost, town council meetings. Let your officials know you’re

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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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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Town Hall On Veterans’ Issues To Be By Phone By Chris Lundy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Those interested in veterans issues are encouraged to call in to a telephone town hall that will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 23. The call will be hosted by Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03). He will be joined by Congressman Mark Takano (CA- 41), Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, to talk about what Congress has done to improve care and services for our veterans. Another topic will be an update on the effort to bring a new veterans’ health care facility to Ocean County. “The Veterans Administration has failed twice in the past four years to secure a location for a new and updated health care facility for our veterans. I’ve been working with my colleagues from both sides of the aisle to find out why

and will be providing further updates in the coming months,” Kim said. The current facility in Brick has inadequate parking and too few staff to handle the amount of veterans needing care. “Our veterans are a critical part of Burlington and Ocean Counties, so when issues impact them, they impact us all,” said Congressman Kim. “Whether it’s helping our veterans get back on their feet in the wake of the coronavirus crisis or making sure the VA follows through on its promises to provide good health care to those who ser ved, shining a light on these issues is critical. I look forward to hearing from people across our communities during this town hall.” To sign up for the town hall, visit kim. house.gov/live This will be the Congressman’s 23rd town hall.

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Continued From Page 1 to implement,” said Kopp. “We need, and Toms River taxpayers deserve, unbiased solutions to the challenges we face.” “It’s been almost 40 years since we critically examined our Township government with a study like this,” said Geoghegan. “Our town and the level of services provided have changed since that time. Society has changed and their expectation of government has changed except for wanting the best, cheapest service for their tax dollars. We look forward to the fi ndings of this study so we can make informed and

educated decisions about the operations of various departments and their fi nancial spending going forward.” In other news, the Bey Lea Golf Course brought in $68,000 more during June of 2020 than it did during June of 2019, Councilwoman Laurie Huryk noted in the fi nancial reports of the town. The course is also “almost caught up” with how much it made year-to-date. This is good news, she said, considering that the course saw much less use due to COVID-19, and that the township officials were starting to worry about how to manage the expenses of the course in the future.

Habitat For Humanity Reopens ReStore By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – After closing in March due to COVID-19 pandemic, Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity has reopened the doors to its ReStore at 1214 Route 37 East. Organization Spokeswoman and Volunteer Coordinator Cristina Keresztes said the organization was unsure what the future would hold. “Our community needed us just as much as we needed them. On June 16, we welcomed our wonderful customers, volunteers and staff back into the ReStore, there was an overwhelming sense of love and support exuding from all,” she added. Keresz tes said, “despite wear ing masks, smiles could be seen through everyone’s eyes. With that joyous day, came the realization that COVID-19 concerns didn’t just go away because we were able to reopen and we found ourselves in high need of volunteers. As our construction program began plans to

begin outdoor home repairs and neighborhood revitalization projects, the same held true for them as well.” “Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity needs the help of our community in order to help our neighbors in need. If you or someone you know is ready to help our community and become a Northern Ocean Habitat volunteer, please reach out,” Keresztes said. For information on how you can help visit nohf h.com/volunteer to obtain a volunteer application and send it to Keresztes, at programservices@nohf h. com. “Our wonderful volunteers have always shared their time, hard work and dedication to Northern Ocean Habitat’s mission of safe and decent housing for all and we hope you can too,” Keresztes added.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Well Spring Church Collecting Food In July OCEA N COU NTY – Well Spr ing Church based in Toms River is collecting non-perishable food at its Well Coffee Shop & Eatery at 216 Main St. The eatery operates Monday thru Saturday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is closed on Sundays. The food drive’s goal is to help restock The People’s Pantry and Fulfi ll in Toms River. Those who bring a donation to The Well

will receive a dollar off any hot or iced coffee. The church is also collecting non-perishable food during drive in church services that are held on Saturday evenings. Well Spring Church is located at 36 Washington St. Toms River. Drive in services are held at 8:30 p.m. For information visit wellspring.one, e-mail info@ wellspring.one or call 732-757-5058.

Friends Of Ortley Beach Plan Trick Tray ORTLEY BEACH – The Friends of Ortley Beach will be holding a tricky tray fundraiser from 2 to 6 p.m. on Sept. 20 at the Ortley Beach Moose Lodge, 1801 Bay Blvd. Join the members of the FOOB and take a chance on winning one of several beautiful gift baskets, a 50/50 raﬄe and door prizes.

The event will feature a fantastic assortment of gifts. This event was originally schedule for May 3 but due to the conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic was rescheduled. The group will be holding its next Kite Night on the 3rd Avenue beach July 30 and Thursday, Aug. 13 from 5:30-8 p.m.

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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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a license and knowingly leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death, according to the Daily Voice. He will be sentenced in September to three years in prison. At around 9 a.m. on March 2, Flynn was driving a Ford F-250 pick-up truck when he struck Michael Bergamasco, 51, at the intersection of Middlesex and Grove avenues. Bergamasco was taken to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick in critical condition, but later succumbed to his injuries. Flynn had originally told police that he was a witness of the crash.

Toms River Man Nabbed For Child Porn Downloads

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A township man was charged with downloading child pornography, according to a release from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. Henry Ziolkowski, 56, of Toms River, was charged with Possession of Child Pornography, police said. Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law. Officers were notified of his alleged activity by referrals from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children through the New Jersey State Police Internet Crimes Against Children

Task Force, which identif ied a residence in Toms River as the location of several uploads of child pornography. Detectives executed a search warrant on his home on July 7, seizing a computer with “numerous” images of child pornography. P rose cutor Br a d ley D. Bil l h i me r thanked the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Off ice High Tech Crime Unit, Toms River Township Police Depar tment, New Jersey State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, and National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Reycling Guide Now Available For Boaters

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Boating is one of the most popular pastimes enjoyed by visitors and residents of the county and thankfully, a new recycling guide for boat owners is now available. Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari said, “protecting our waterways including Barnegat Bay which is an environmental jewel and our ocean continues to be of great importance even while enjoying leisure activities like boating here in Ocean County.” Vicari is the liaison to the Ocean County pumpout boat program. He said, “this new guide provides important information to boaters so they can assist in protecting our environment.” Ocean County Freeholder Gary Quinn, liaison to Ocean County’s recycling program, said the new guide was developed by the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management along with the Planning Department as part of the ongoing educational outreach to raise awareness about the importance of recycling and its subsequent benefits to the environment. Quinn added, “we are creating educational materials that target the unique characteristics of the County. This brochure provides information that will help the boating community to dispose of the waste created in a more environmentally conscious way in order to protect the Barnegat Bay and reduce landfill space.” The guide includes information on where to conveniently drop off antifreeze, boat batteries, paint cans, boat paint, oil and filters and shrink wrap. Quinn said, “these materials can be dropped off at the county’s regional recycling centers located in Lakewood and Stafford townships. Also some municipalities offer these services at their recycling centers.” The guide also lists other relative recycling programs for boaters.

The pumpout boats are specially equipped vessels capable of emptying the on-board toilets and tanks of other boats, keeping waste from entering the bay. The boats are available to provide the pumpout service on weekends starting Memorial Day weekend running through October. To request a pumpout, the boats can be contacted on VHF radio channel 9, or by contacting the captains by cell phone. The contact numbers for the captains can be found on the program’s website at planning.co.ocean.nj.us/frmEPPumpoutBoats. Boaters are also encouraged to like the pumpout program’s Facebook page at facebook.com/pumpoutoceancounty for up to date announcements and contact information. This summer season, the pumpout boats have extended hours of operation with the service now being available 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays through Mondays for pumpout boats servicing the northern and central parts of the County and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fridays through Sundays in the southern part of the County. Vicari said, “since the program began in 1997, more than 90,000 recreational boats have been serviced and about 1.9 million gallons of eﬄuent have been removed from vessels that could otherwise have ended up in the Barnegat Bay.” “This is a major step towards ensuring that our coastal waters, such as the Barnegat Bay and the Little Egg Harbor, remain clean,” Vicari added. There are now six full-time pumpout boats operating in the Barnegat Bay and the Little Egg Harbor, in addition to the Circle of Life which was the first pumpout boat in New Jersey and continues to be operated as a part-time back-up boat during the peak season. The guide is available by emailing ocrecycles@ co.ocean.nj.us, calling 732-506-5047 or visiting the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management at co.ocean.nj.us

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Governor: Masks To Be Required Outside As Well

By Chris Lundy NEW JERSEY – Gov. Phil Murphy will be mandating that masks must be worn outside as well, but said he understands this will be difficult to enforce. The COVID-19 transmission rate is going up, he said. Due to expanded testing and contact tracing, experts have learned that the rate of infection is slightly higher than 1. What this means is that for every one person who gets the virus, it spreads to at least one other person. This is the first time it has been higher than 1 in weeks. This is why Murphy said he is issuing an Executive Order to wear masks outside, he said on a television news program. He called it an “early warning sign” that cases could be on the rise. However, he acknowledged that this order will be difficult to enforce and in some cases won’t be necessary. For example, if you are walking on the board-

walk with your family, you don’t really need the mask. In this example, the only people you are within 6 feet of are people in your household. However, if you are in a situation where you cannot social distance from people outside your household, a mask would be needed. So, if you are congregating in an area outside, you need to be wearing a mask, he said. Police will be giving at least a warning to people, he said. “We’ve been through hell in New Jersey. We’ve lost 13,00 people. We don’t want to go through hell again,” he said. The governor thanked the millions of people who have been following the rules and helping contain the virus but warned all it takes is one selfish person to ruin it for you. Other protective measures include frequent hand washing and self-quarantining for 14 days if you are coming from a place with an outbreak.

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By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – Clean Ocean Action will host the webinar: “Lunch and Learn” Offshore Wind Energy Development. The free webinar will be presented by policy attorney Peter Blair who will discuss the development and status of offshore wind energy facilities in the New York/ New Jersey area. The webinar will be conducted through Zoom and pre-registration is required for the event that will run from noon to 1 p.m. on July 22. As states address and design pathways to achiev-

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. 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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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Club Tends Gardens For Medical Workers

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common space back when the community was first built. “We have a resident architect who designed the tool shed for the Garden Club, and a resident laid out our stone work,” he said. The Garden Club has 130 patches, and many of the 65 members have multiple patches. Residents of Four Seasons are not allowed to grow vegetables in their yards, so the common area is a good alternative, Schneider said. All the patches have vegetables growing in them, except for the occasional marigold, which is a natural insect repellent, he said. “We are so pleased to have the healthcare heroes,” Schneider said. “We owe them a debt of gratitude for what they’ve been doing to protect us from COVID-19.” Garden Club member Tom DeMartino, who is an artist and crafter who offers virtual workshops to nursing homes and veterans groups through his “Unique Creatique” enterprise, presented each of the first responders with a birdhouse nightlight bottle. DeMartino runs his patch year-round by enclosing it with corrugated plastic. “We are happy to help our community members who have no time to take care of their patch,” he said. “And we also like to help the newbies,” DeMartino added.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Lions Club Aids Community Patients TOMS RIVER - Recently the Toms River Lions Club reached out to Community Medical Center in Toms River to help with the needs of the hospital or for the patients in the hospital. Due to the coronavirus many concerned people were donating food for the doctors and nurses that were working long shifts. When contacted, Jennifer Shufran, VP of Community Medical Center Foundation said they were well provided with generous donations of lunches and dinners for their staff. Toms River Lions Club, a part of the Lions Clubs International Organization, decided to give assistance to all new and existing patients who were in the Intensive Care Units (ICU) in the hospital. Due to the coronavirus many in the ICUs were patients who had no access to or visits from their friends and family members when a lockdown of the hospital was enforced because of the virus and their strict restrictions which disallowed visitors. Many patients did not see or hear from families for weeks or for the duration of their illness. Many families suffered immensely when a patient died of the virus without the comfort of family members at their bedsides. But at the time of the lockdown it was not just virus patients that were involved; heart patients in recovering ICUs as well as other patients in the hospital were in a similar situation. The Toms River Lions Club consulted with the hospital and their idea was approved. The Lions Club donated five Apple tablets to be used by patients in the Intensive Care Units which would enable access to their families. Once delivered, the tablets were set up by the Internal Technical Staff at the hospital with the simplest programs for easy use and access. For those who had little or no experience with tablets, nurses and others helped arrange for patients to do Facetime or Skype with their families. These were not iPads put to use but

“Eye”pads. To give visual aid and comfort to those confined and infirm in the hospital. Why “Eye”pads your ask? That is because all Lions Clubs around the world work for the main purpose of helping people with eyesight problems and give hearing assistance as well. The members assist blind and visually impaired by working with others such as NJ Commission for the Blind, Commission for the Blind in T.R., summer camps for blind men, women and children - who might be blind and disabled, as well as many other organizations. These “Eye”pads were able to be given to the hospital through donations from people who attended some of our fundraising events and White Cane collections during the year. We are proud that the quarters and dollars that are given as donations can be turned into such a meaningful gift of sight and used to connect families and friends. An additional community event for Lions Clubs International and our club is the Annual Peace Poster Contest. Jaime Schpak of Jackson, who received a money award, was the winner for TR Lions Club. This contest is geared towards our youth in the community. It is designed to expand their artistic skills and their visions of world peace. It is for school children ages 11-13. This work is done in conjunction with the schools in the area following strict rules. Posters are judged fi rst by the club and then presented to the NJ district. The fi nal judging is by the Lions International Organization. The winner can be from anywhere in the world, and when selected they are transported to this country and presented at a special event given for Lions Clubs International at the United Nations in NYC. The fi nal prize is a trip to NYC with a chaperone plus a check for $10,000. The chosen design is used for one year by the Lions organization in stationery and cards. For more info: 732-408-1902. Leave a message please.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Family Saves Osprey Nest Downed In Windstorm

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - An osprey family was reunited after a June 3 windstorm destroyed their nest by snapping its post at the base, throwing all three baby ospreys into the sur rounding marshland. On that day, the National Weather Service reported winds of up to 82 mph in central NJ. Brothers Danny and Matthew Dornacker, ages 34 and 29 respectively, grew up about 150 yards from the nest, which was built by their father some 25 years ago. Their parents, Dan Sr. and Cindy, still live in the Seawood Harbor house that has a 360 degree view of the marshland. All three men are Jersey City firefighters. “My mom noticed that the nest blew over, and she called me in a panic,” said Danny from the raised porch of his parent’s home. “She said the stand was down and we had to fix it because there’s probably babies in the nest.” Somewhere between one and three osprey chicks are raised in the nest each year, and Danny said his family takes pride in how their nest has contributed to the overall local osprey population, which has made a remarkable recovery since 1973 when they were listed as endangered by the NJ Division of Fish Game and Wildlife. Due to the effects of DDT and a loss of habitat when trees were cut down for development, their population dropped from some 500 nesting pairs to only 53 in the state. DDT was banned in 1968, and the osprey population began to recover through the efforts of biologists who relocated the eggs and chicks and installed manmade nesting platforms. Now the NJ coastal region has an estimated 700 nesting pairs, and their status has gone from endangered to threatened. Many of the osprey nests are located on Barnegat Bay, 75 percent of which are on man-made structures. After hanging up with his mother, Danny called his brother Matthew, who both live in Lake Riviera, and they headed over to their parents’ house. “Our mom had already gone to Lowe’s for lumber to save time,” Danny recalled. “Matthew and I walked out to the nest in boots to scout the damage and to see what we needed.” What they found in the marshland was the nest had fallen over like a tree. The nesting platform had detached from the stand, and the men could hear the baby ospreys, who were semi-buried under the debris. “We were afraid the babies would be dead,” Danny said.

Matthew said they uncovered the babies and set them down on a mound of the nesting debris, creating a temporary safe place for them until they were ready to reset the stand. “They didn’t look that well,” Matthew said. “They looked sapped and stressed.” Meanwhile, the parents of the nestli ngs were ci rcli ng overhead. “T he adult ospreys were distressed - they were calling out and acting erratic. You could tell they weren’t comfortable,” Matthew said. The men backed off, hoping the osprey adults would come back. They did come back, and one of them fed fish to their grounded nestlings. About 45 minutes later, the men returned with the building supplies. The adult ospreys were still on the ground, guarding their chicks. When the brothers approached, the parents gave them space. Matthew said they noticed that the young chicks appeared to have rebounded after spending time with their parents and eating the fish. Danny and Matthew re-erected and re - enforced the exist i ng st and , put another post about four feet deep into the ground, and connected the splinted posts with lag screws. The brothers further reinforced the post with bracing. “We were trying to be efficient, because the babies were in high stress and the parents were watching from the waterline,” Danny said. Once the stand was rebuilt, the men tried to recreate the nest by putting down a layer of burlap and layering it with some of the old nesting material. Danny added some eel grass and framed the nest with sticks. While Danny was up on the ladder, Matthew handed him the nesting material while keeping an eye on the babies on the ground. “The adult ospreys were hovering above, and watched while we carried the babies up to the nest in a makeshift burlap sack that worked great,” Matthew said. Once the babies were back in the nest, the men backed off. When they were about 50 yards away, the adult ospreys returned to the nest, one by one. “It was so great, it was so satisfying,” Matthew said afterwards. “It felt like a blessing.” Danny said the family has a connection to the ospreys and gets a lot of enjoyment from watching them. “I’m glad we could help them in what was potentially a tragic situation,” he said.

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─Photo courtesy Exelon Corporation By Patricia A. Miller LACEY - Although it’s been nearly a year since the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station was shuttered after more than five decades of operation, there won’t be any new businesses on the site for quite some time. That’s because it will take eight years for Holtec International, the current owner of the site, to decommission the 800-acre property off Route 9 South here. “Holtec has no immediate plans for the site at this time,” according a post on the company’s website. “As decommissioning proceeds further along, Holtec looks forward to partnering with the local community about possible future uses.” Holtec has already hosted and will continue to host future stakeholder information forums, to provide a regular stream of information regarding its decommissioning plans. Holtec is responsible for the decontamination and decommissioning of the plant. Company officials plan to move all radioactive materials away from the site by shipping the plant’s used nuclear fuel to an interim storage facility in New Mexico. Until then, canisters with spent nuclear fuel will be safely stored at the Oyster Creek site under the custody of Holtec’s security organization, according to the company’s website. Oyster Creek was the oldest boiling water reactor plant in the United States. It went online on Dec. 1, 1969. The plant closed on Sept. 17, 2018, more than a decade ahead of schedule. Holtec International purchased Oyster Creek from longtime owner Exelon Generation in September 2018. Holtec’s principal business concentration is the nuclear power industry, dry storage and transport of nuclear fuel. Holtec is also a major supplier of special-purpose pressure vessels and critical-service heat exchange equipment such as air-cooled condensers, steam generators, feedwater heaters, and water-cooled condensers. “We will do as much as we can to continue providing an economic benefit to the community,” said Pierre Oneid, Holtec’s Senior

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─Photo courtesy Stacy Proebstle coronavirus: • Stay home if sick • Practice social distancing • Cover coughs and sneezes • Wash hands often • Avoid touching face • Wear cloth face-covering unless age or health concerns indicate otherwise “We know it has been difficult the past few months. We sincerely thank you for your patience and continued cooperation,” said Mayor Maurice B. Hill. “Please play and use the parks responsibly and have fun.” For a list of parks and playgrounds in the township and where they are located, visit tomsrivertownship.com/Facilities

Toms River Starts North Beach Curfew By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Citing an increase in complaints about juveniles engaging in criminal mischief – and without wearing masks – police have instituted a curfew in the North Beach area of town. From 9 p.m. until 5 a.m., no one 17 or younger will be allowed in a public area or abandoned lot unless they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. This is active in the North Beach section of town which includes, but is not limited to, Silver Beach, Monterey, Normandy, Chadwick, Ocean Beaches 1, 2 and 3.

Incidents arose from early June where police received reports about juveniles gathering in the evening committing acts of criminal mischief and being unruly. Also, gathering without masks or social distancing put the health and safety of neighbors at risk. “While we understand these are difficult times and children are frustrated with the lack of open activities, it is not an excuse for misbehavior and disrespect within our community,” police said. Toms River is not alone in facing these issues. Earlier this summer, Long Beach Township also instituted a similar curfew.

Toms River Rotary Club Charting Virtual Waters For Sailfest 2020 TOMS RIVER – The Rotary Club of Toms River will be holding Sailfest NJ online from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sept. 12 at SailfestNJ.com. The club will be charting new waters with an all-online event this year to keep everyone safe. The membership gave careful consideration of the current COVID-19 pandemic conditions and with consultation with public officials regarding g uidelines f rom both the Center for Disease Control and the state it decided sail online with the event dubbed “Sailfest NJ.” Sailfest has taken place for 29 years

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and the new all- onli ne for mat will include all the music, ar t and other nautical things which Sailfest fans have grown to love. Rotary members stated, “we plan to release information soon, so get ready to hoist your sails. Keep following our Sailfest Facebook Page and consider helping us out with a donation if you can.” The club has some exciting new vendor and sponsorship opportunities available. For further information or questions e-mail RotaryClubof TomsRiver@ gmail.com

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Omarrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Astrological Forecast For the week of JUly 18 - JUly 24 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Work to understand and strengthen any weak areas in a key relationship during the upcoming week. You may feel pulled in multiple directions; be clear and direct about upholding your commitments. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): There is no time like the present. You may have been dreaming of having a special item, or had your heart set on owning the latest gadget, and there it is. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to go ahead with inspired purchases GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can easily navigate the nuances of the social scene in the week ahead. You can make a good impression on others during the next few days, which may offset any lack of expertise with business or finances. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Make headway while you have time and energy. This part of the week is the best period to make key decisions and put your plans into action. You will find that partners may be optimistic and eager to be cooperative. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be authentic. You will always prevail when you under-promise and over-deliver. Your intuition and generous instincts might be right on the mark right now, but later in the week they may be more difficult to access. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your enthusiasm makes you a daring contender. You may put your best foot forward whether you are playing tennis or working on a creative idea in the week ahead. Get all your ducks in a row quickly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hold back when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a beneficial situation. In the upcoming week, people are likely to see you in your best possible light, giving you a chance to make your fondest dreams come true. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Sharing mutual sympathies can create a symphony of hearts. Someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presence may prove uplifting. Avoid being pinned down to a promise, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t put significant plans into motion in the second half of the week. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may feel you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a care in the world, but you will still need to be mindful of real-world necessities. Get your thoughts and your important belongings organized for the upcoming week. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): During the week to come, someone may trigger your passion either emotionally or intellectually. You might be filled with energy, so focus it and trust that everything will turn out well in the end. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Some wild ideas might work out better than anticipated. Focus on your finances during the next few days while you are inspired to make a good showing. Pressure on the job may increase late in the week. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Focus on being healthy and wise. The part about being wealthy should take care of itself. The week to come may contain some genuine opportunities for intelligent purchases or to make a splash in the business world.

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