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─Photo by Bob Vosseller Hundreds of local residents came together for justice at rallies and protests like this one, which took place in Jackson. By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – The updating of use of force protocols for police, existing police training, addressing racism and better rapport between the law enforcement and the community were among the many sub-
jects touched on during a recent virtual forum. Various law enforcement representatives addressed community policing, concerns of social justice and police accountability during an online town hall meeting hosted by the Ocean
County Prosecutor’s Office. The for um called “Moving Forward: A Conversation on Law Enforcement and Community Policing” also focused on internal affairs investigations. It was streamed live on the
evening of July 29 and was sparked by rallies calling for social justice reforms in the wake of the George Floyd Black Lives Matter protests. Residents were able to submit questions prior to the forum moder(Protest - See Page 13)
Local Community Members Commended
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Recognition for one’s work and accomplishments is something the Township Council is quick to take note of and there is no shortage of people doing good deeds. During a recent Township Council meeting, resident Rob Calca-
terra of the Jackson Little League wrote a letter commending Business Administrator Terence Wall and Department of Public Works Supervisor Rober t Stauffer for their work in seeing that improvements at the township’s various ball fields were performed for the ben-
efit of Little League players. Stauffer was presented a plaque in recognition at a recent Township Council meeting. “Congratulations to our business administrator. It is great to see that those outside the gover ning body recognize the efforts and work done. I often
say you would think he was a life-long resident of Jackson the way he works for this tow n. It doesn’t go unnoticed. Thank you ver y much,” Cou nc i l P r e sid e nt A lex Sauickie said. Other members of the gover ning body thanked the two dep a r t m e nt he a d s a s
well. “T ha n k you ver y much for your kind words,” Wall said. During another council meeting a proclamation was read by Councilman Stephen Chisholm for Salvatore Vigilante a known member of the business com mu n it y i n (Local - See Page 11)
August 8, 2020
Ordinance Would Ban Renting Of ‘Party Houses’
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – A gathering of 700 people for a party at a home leased in the Whispering Hills section of the township was the last straw for township officials who introduced an ordinance prohibiting the rental of residential dwellings for under 30 days. Under the proposed ruling “no dwelling, or segment thereof, may be rented or leased for a term of less than 30 days. The lease or rental of multiple rooms within a dwelling to a single tenant or separate tenants is prohibited.” An ordinance like that would target the event that had happened recently with an unruly party and hundreds of people spilling out into the street. Council President Alex Sauickie said that the com munit y “had an unusual and unwelcome event in town… with a 700-person party advertised at a rental home in the center of a quiet development.” He complimented the police for their response, noting the officer on the scene was quick to summon backup from the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office having witnessed the crowd at 200 and growing. Surrounding police also served to support Jackson Police in their response along with state police as well. Sauickie noted that the increased manpower for support helped to prevent the situation from escalating and that police quickly determined the home had been rented through a vacation rental online marketplace. This resulted in charges being filed against the homeowner and the party organizers for violating Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order limiting the number of people who are allowed to assemble at a given location during the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Whispering Hill neighbors such as Lisa Gomez said that Jackson had once more been portrayed in a negative light with an incident that gained state and national (Rent - See Page 2)
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Continued From Page 1 headlines. “Airbnb has been around for a long time and there have been other towns and jurisdictions who have fought this same issue. This was very unsettling and I have never felt that fearful in my own home. It was absolute chaos and it could have wound up so much worse. We were very lucky but now we need to take action,” Gomez said. Residents said the negative attention had come from individuals who don’t live in Jackson Township. “They don’t live here, they don’t care about the town, and while all are welcome in Jackson, those who intend to wreak havoc and disturb the quality of life that residents expect and deserve will not be tolerated,” Sauickie added. He also noted that officials contacted representatives of Airbnb, the online service through which the property was rented and the listing had been removed. Council members instructed Township Attorney Gregory P. McGuckin to take all necessary steps to hold the homeowner fully accountable for the cost of the services required to disperse the illegal gathering. “Those services (by police) may come
at a cost and should not fall on the backs of the Jackson taxpayer,” Sauickie said. He also noted that that in regards to the newly introduced ordinance it was not, “a knee-jerk reaction, but more the final straw. This council has repeatedly said we will fight for our fellow residents’ quality of life and they can be sure this incident will not simply go away with a fine, but will be a catalyst to ensure it never happens again.” The introduction of this ordinance was approved unanimously. A public hearing and vote on the ordinance is planned for the governing body’s meeting of Aug. 11. Under township code, an ordinance is introduced at one meeting and then confirmed at another, so the public has a chance to learn about it. If it is approved then, it goes into law shortly thereafter. During the meeting council members unanimously approved two ordinances one that authorized the township to lease property from the Jackson Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 for the purpose of constructing and installing telecommunication equipment. The second ordinance amended townsh ip code rega rdi ng cer t if icates of occupancy for existing buildings or dwellings. Neither ordinance received comment from the public during the public hearing portion of their reading.
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Sami’s Law For Rideshare Safety Passes House From The Desk Of
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Chris Smith WASHI NGTON, D.C. - Bipar tisan legislation named in honor of Samantha “Sami” Josephson - a senior at the University of South Carolina who was kidnapped and br utally mu rdered in 2019 by a pred ator pretendi ng to
be her Uber driver - was passed unanimously in the House of Representatives. Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th), t he bi l l’s p r i me s p on sor, said that among its provisions, Sami’s Law will “require ride-hailing companies like Uber and
Lyft to deploy a verifiable electronic access system t o m at ch d r ive r s w it h passengers before the ride begins to enhance safety for the ride-hailing public. Chief cosponsor Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY) said, “Our Smith /Suozzi bill works to provide consumers with a level of safety before entering a vehicle… As Members of Congress, it is our duty to do all we can do protect our constituents. I urge my colleagues in the Senate to pass this commonsense,
bipartisan legislation in short order.” Sami’s parents, Marci and Seymour said “It’s bittersweet. It’s been emotional. We’d much rather have Samantha sitting with us here on the couch, but to create a law so nobody else gets hurt is a good thing. It’s a huge step to get it through the House. Now we need to get the Senate to act on it hopefully soon.” Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said “After the heartbreaking murder of their daughter Samantha,
Seymour and Marci Josephson turned their agony into courageous action to promote rideshare safety and education and to prevent future tragedies. Passing Sami’s Law is a fitting tribute to her memory, and it is critical to ensuring that rideshare companies have protections in place for the safety and well-being of all their passengers. I applaud the relentless advocacy of Cong ressman Chris Smith, along with Congressman Tom Suozzi, for crafting this
i mpor t a nt bill a nd ensuring its strong, bipartisan support on the House Floor.” Smith said “given the pain due to the unimageable loss of their daughter Seymour and Marci have been heroic, tenacious and extraordinarily persuasive. They have been a critically important part of the often-intense negotiations with multiple stakeholders including Uber and Lyft.’ Bot h U b e r a nd Ly f t praised passage of Sami’s Law.
Bill Barr Questioned About Anonymous Federal Agents Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker
WASHINGTON, D.C. United States Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Jeff Merkley (DOR), and Kamala Harris (DCA) and 23 additional Senators sent a letter pressing Attorney General Bill Barr and Acting Secretary Chad Wolf for answers on the alarming actions taken against protesters by federal law enforcement agents deployed by the Trump Administration, as well as threats by President Trump to deploy federal officers to more American cities. These steps are all the more alarming in the face of the recent and tragic loss of Congressman John Lewis, a titan of civil rights whose life embodied the American tradition of peaceful protest and civil disobedience. In the letter, the Senators cited recent aggressive and excessive actions taken by federal agents dispatched by the Trump Administration against protesters in Portland, Oregon. They also stressed President Trump’s latest comments threaten-
ing further deployments, saying in the Oval Office on Monday, “I’m going to do something - that, I can tell you. Because we’re not going to let New York and Chicago and Philadelphia and Detroit and Baltimore and all of these - Oakland is a mess. We’re not going to let this happen in our country. All run by liberal Democrats.” Previously, President Trump had called protesters “terrorists” and told governors to “dominate” them and “do retribution.” “We write with urgent concern about disturbing reports of actions by Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security officers against American protesters, as well as threats by the President to deploy federal law enforcement agents into the streets of more American cities. Federal officials should not be dispatched into the streets of our cities without proper authority, training, and accountability. Nor should they be violating the civil rights of Americans who are exercising their
First Amendment rights and seeking reforms of their own government’s policies,” the Senators wrote. The Senators continued: “Critically, it remains unclear what legal authorities the federal government has invoked for its militarized interventions in American cities. All of this is part of an alarming pattern by the Trump Administration in taking an aggressive and excessive response to protests catalyzed by the killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and many others. This includes the forcible clearing of peaceful protesters in Lafayette Square, in front of the White House, shortly before a photo opportunity for President Trump near St. John’s Episcopal Church - reportedly at your direction, Attorney General Barr. The right of Americans to join together, assemble peaceably, and protest is vital to our democracy. It is at the core of the First Amendment. We decry violence in all its forms. But Americans should be able to exercise their rights under the First Amendment without inappropriate interference or legally questionable activities by federal officers. They should be able to expect accountability, transparency, and profes-
sionalism whenever federal forces are on the streets of America’s cities.” This letter was signed by Senators Booker (D-NJ), Wyden (D-OR), Merkley (D-OR), Harris (D-CA), Blumenthal (D-CT), Udall (D-NM), Van Hollen (DMD), Whitehouse (D-RI), Markey (D-MA), Durbin (DIL), Sanders (I-VT), Heinrich (D-NM), Warren (D-MA), Kaine (D-VA), Baldwin (DWI), Casey (D-PA), Duckworth (D-IL), Klobuchar (D-MN), Carper (D-DE), Brown (D-OH), Bennet (DCO), Hirono (D-HI), Smith (D-MN), Gillibrand (D-NY), Leahy (D-VT), Coons (DDE), and Reed (D-RI). The Senators’ questions for Barr and Wolf in the letter include: Who - the Attorney General, the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, or some other official - has directed the federal response to the protests in Portland and Washington? And who is directing such operations in other American cities? The Trump Administration has not clearly articulated its legal basis, if any, for deploying federal officers to American cities to engage in this conduct against protesters. And it is far from clear that all of these activities by the Department of Justice and the
Department of Homeland Security are fully and properly authorized under federal law. When will the Department of Justice and/or the Department of Homeland Security provide a full public explanation of its purported legal rationale? As explained above, there have been extensive reports of federal officers wearing camouflage and tactical gear who have jumped out of unmarked vehicles and detained protesters in Portland, but these officers have evidently lacked any obvious identifying markers. What agency or office is conducting these operations? What legal authority do you believe permits this activity? Which official made the final decision to authorize this activity? Do the Department of Justice and/or the Department of Homeland Security intend to use this tactic, or similar ones, in other American cities? Why have federal agents deployed in American cities and authorized to execute arrests not consistently worn uniforms identifying them as law enforcement officers and indicating their employing agency? Some reports have indicated that federal agents in Portland have detained individuals who were not near federal
property. To the extent your agencies are relying on legal authorities regarding the protection of federal property, what do you believe are the legal limits on the actions of federal agents operating at a significant distance from federal property? For the Department of Justice and/or Department of Homeland Security officers who have been deployed to Portland, Washington, and any other American cities to respond to recent protests, what training have they received in terms of crowd control, use of force, and civil rights? Department of Homeland Security agents are reportedly set to be deployed to Chicago soon, and the President has also referenced cities such as New York, Philadelphia, Detroit, Baltimore, and Oakland. In what cities is the Department of Justice and/or the Department of Homeland Security currently planning deployments against protesters? When the Department of Justice and/or the Department of Homeland Security deploys officers to respond to protesters in an American city, what notice will be provided about the nature and scope of their activities - including whether federal agents will be operating in the streets without identifying markings?
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor
E DITORIAL Where Do You Get Your Bad Ideas? We need contact tracing for bad ideas. Contact tracing is a term everyone learned during the pandemic. When it c ome s t o COV I D -19, officials have said that contact tracing is one of the best tools they have. It allows them to know who you came in contact with. They can find out who gave it to who. Then, those people who have been in contact would be tested and quarantine would be recommended. We need to do this for bad ideas. If you’re hospitalized with COVID-19, medical professionals should ask you where you get your information from. It would go like this: Nurse: “Were you at any gatherings?” Patient: “Yes.” Nurse: “Were you wearing a mask?” Patient: “No.” Nurse: “Why not?” Patient: “We don’t need them.” Nurse: “Where do you
get your news?” Patient: “Pictures on Facebook.” The nurse would write down where the patient heard news. Facebook. Twitter. YouTube. Cert ai n news outlet s… all of these have been complicit in spreading false information about COVID-19 (and pretty much everything else). After a few months, we’d have a huge body of data showing where people are getting dangerous information. The Federal Communications Commission can fine the network or social media site for knowingly spreading dangerous information. Family members of the deceased can file a class action lawsuit. Is this a far-fetched idea? Yes. The other option, of course, is for everyone to just stop lying to the A mer ican people, but that’s even less likely. Chris Lundy News Editor
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Jackson Parke Project Forced On Residents When is it unconstitutional? How is it possible that the interests of New Jersey developers can supersede vital provisions in the Fair Share Housing (FSH) Act, A-500, and when do the FSH Attorneys choose to turn their heads to such provisions as a means to help developers cash in at the expense of residents’ concerns? Jackson Parke North is located in the historical areas of Cassville and Rova Fa r ms. T he project by Lennar and EL@Jackson, owned by Jack Mor ris, will be transporting 100 truckloads of fi ll per day for the next 2 years. This amounts to 1 truck every 5 minutes for 8 hours every day. Which also means that commuters who use Route 571 will have their commute disrupted for years and taxpayers footing the bill to repair tow nship roads of Reed and Perrineville from deterioration of truck traffic. These small country roads were not made for even a school bus and car to pass, let alone tandem truck. The massive fi ll demand for this development is only being done to elevate the land 10 feet above ground level so the proper t y ca n accom mod ate basements for some of the 551 units due to high water table and wetlands. Ultimately, this two-part project, (North and South) will have 1,100 units total and environ mental impacts on the waterways, endangered species, historical sites, coupled with the lack of access to public t ranspor tation and employment, along with a storm-water management plan that will exhaust into the Rova Farms Lake tributary potentially flooding re side nt s dow n st rea m. Most, if not all of these provisions are cited in the Fair Share Housing
Letters To The Editor Statutes A-500 and this de- dence of their allegations. Education Is Key veloper, the FSH attorney and Ocean County Judge has blatantly decided to ignore it. In April 2020, Ocean Count y Super ior Cour t Judge Mark A. Troncone ordered the Jackson Planning Board to over tur n their unanimous denial of the project and then on July 7, 2020 sided with FSH and the developers granting a fi nal approval of the North section and assigned a monitor to oversee the South’s approval. Judge Troncone and the FSH attorney Adam Gordon ignored strong opposition and overwhelming credible evidence f rom Jackson residents and a new g rassroots organiz at ion , CU PON. J MOC (Citizens United to Protect our Neighborhoods Jackson and Manchester). CUPON.JMOC was created in late 2019, where residents sought to ensure responsible development and land use that upholds State and Township laws. We live here, enjoy our homes and neighborhoods, respect our schools, fi rst responders and the importance of our environment, as almost half of Jackson is on well-water. CUPON conducts extensive research and analyzes documents provided by both township and developer’s experts, applies codes, NJ statutes and then asks questions... a lot of questions. What our young organization has discovered is participating in the democratic process and practicing our First Amendment Right, the freedom of speech (or asking questions), comes at a heavy price, especially when money is involved. Not only has the Fair Share Housing attorney, Adam Gordon made baseless allegations of anti-Semitism against our organization and cited two other lawsuits, another questionable development we a sked questions on and another with the Department of Justice, both without evi-
So who knows how Attorney General William Barr heard about ou r you ng hometown group. But interestingly enough, similar to a high school rumor, if you say it enough times it must be true and those lies can be spewed alongside case law in a court brief. But while Adam Gordon, Judge Troncone and the DOJ regressed into their school age mentality, they never a sked about ou r diverse membership of residents from all walks of life, ethnicity, culture and religion. Therefore, when Judge Troncone sided with FSHC on behalf of Lennar and EL@ Jackson to essentially mandate 1,100 housing units (Jackson Parke North and South) to accommodate 220 Fair Share Housing units, it was done with prejudice against the Jackson Planning Board, its experts, residents and CUPON.JMOC to ensure a fi nancial windfall for the developers. Judge Troncone act ually chose to ignore residents’ concerns about potentially contaminated fi ll and sided with attorney Gordon’s biased attacks and lies contained in letters to the Judge stati ng that “ the residents never brought up the fi ll” ignoring Planning Board minutes of residents and CUPON.JMOC testimony. As a result CUPON.JMOC raised funds and retained legal counsel paid for by countless concerned Jackson residents to uphold our rights for a fair process and our quality of life. It’s time to retur n land use decisions to local governments and keep politics and f inancial inf luence out of local government decisions. Elenor M. Hannum Jackson Citizens United to Protect our Neighborhoods Jackson and Manchester
For Police News headlines read: “New Jersey moves closer to licensing police officers.” That may be a step in the right direction, but it is not the answer to resolving the problems facing many police departments today: police accountability standards, and the perception of police brutality. Want a better police officer, then raise the educational requirements for becoming one! All police departments as a condition of employment, should establish an entrance level requirement that mandates all new police recruits possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Studies have repeatedly shown that college educated police officers have generally rated higher in overall police performance, with substantially fewer civilian complaints. Studies have also indicated that a four-year college experience allows for the maturing of the person through both academic course work and daily interaction in a more dynamically, culturally diverse setting. While advanced education will not make a competent person of one who is intellectually deficient, when all other factors are equal, the college educated man or woman is generally better qualified for police service than the one who is not. To their credit, the New Jersey State Police and a few local New Jersey police departments, have already instituted a bachelor’s degree requirement for new inductees into their departments. The quality of police service will not significantly improve until higher education requirements (a bachelor’s degree) are required as a condition for employment for all new police officers – education is the key! Borden Applegate Jackson
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Dear Joel
By Joel Markel
Salvaging Summer Fun During A Pandemic Dear Joel, For the past several years, my husband and I have had the pleasure of spending two weeks with our two grandchildren, now ages 11 and 7 while my daughter and son-in-law vacation with friends. We live at the shore in Monmouth County, so most of our days were spent on the beach or at the pool in our gated community. Evenings were filled with all the wonderful festivals, fairs, and other activities the Jersey Shore has to offer. This year, because of the pandemic, my daughter and son-in-law will not be going on vacation but would still like to send the grandchildren to us. We would love to see them, but we are not comfortable going to crowded places such as the beach, boardwalks, etc., and our pool remains closed due to COVID concerns. We have no idea how to keep them occupied for two weeks while keeping all of us safe. We’re contemplating cancelling, but we don’t want to disappoint everyone. Do you have any suggestions as to how to make this work? Answer: It sounds like you’ve been making wonderful memories for you and your grandchildren, and it would be a shame not to make more. Even at their tender ages, they are
fully aware of the restrictions and limitations that COVID has placed on just about everything. Many of the activities you’ve done in the past can be done safely with some adjustments, such as avoiding the beach on weekends and going later in the day when it’s less crowded. Parks and playground are open for picnics and hikes, as well as zoos and aquariums with limited capacity. Board games, card games and puzzles are great evening entertainment along with cooking and grilling lunches and dinners together. Arts and crafts projects to bring home to Mom and Dad make it feel like summer camp. It may take a little more creativity on your part this year to keep them entertained but remember it’s not just about places to go and things to do. It’s about spending time together and making memories that will last a lifetime. They’ll never forget the Summer of 2020. Thank you for writing. Joel Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio.com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM.
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Jackson Pathfinders Thank Scouts For Trail Restoration Projects
By Dan Green, Corresponding Secretary - Jackson Pathfinders The Pathfinders maintain four woodland trails in Jackson: the Silver Stream Trail, the Steve Kitay Living Trail, the Purple Heart Trail and the Jackson Jungle Children’s Trail. Visit our website for interactive Google maps of these trails. We also offer maps of other trails in Jackson, including those at the Forest Resource Education Center. A lot of good stuff has been happening this month--especially on the Silver Stream Trail. As you may know, this trail is an important component of the Metedeconk Preserve of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation. In early July the Pathfinders met onsite with Bill Scullion, Land Steward of the NJCF, to plan solutions for some downed trees, large roots popping up to trip us, broken bridges and the like. Watch our short video on the Pathfinders Facebook page to see Bill bringing down a dangerous tree which was hanging over the trail. Most exciting of all is the completion of two separate Eagle Scout projects which have now made the Silver Stream Trail more inviting than ever: Major Improvements At East Silver Stream Bridge An Eagle Scout project by Nick Pinho and seven other scouts of Boy Scout Troop 152 was recently completed. They replaced a broken stairway and railing on the hillside, repaired and aligned an unsteady bridge, repaired an existing bench at the bottom of the stairway, built a new bench at the top of the stairway and repaired a nearby boardwalk which was unstable because of tree roots beneath it. Boardwalk Installed There was creation and installation of boardwalk west of the Atlantic White Cedar Grove, an Eagle Scout project by Mitch Engle and 21 other scouts of Boy Scout Troop 82. Until now, everyone who has visited this awesomely-beautiful section of the trail has had to step
carefully through multiple muddy areas. These eight new lengths of boardwalk, each of which is eight feet long, now make walking there a pleasure. Visit The New Children’s Trail Be sure to visit our new Children’s Trail. An entrance sign has been designed, and we are working with the Township to have it made and installed. Even though it has no sign yet, however, the Children’s Trail invites you--whatever your age--to go inside for a little adventure. If you are an adult, it’s only a three-minute walk around the entire trail! Boardwalk Installed The beauty of Jackson’s natural lands is calling us. We will breathe the fresh, virus-free air and experience the scent of the pines, the flowing streams and the traffic-free quiet. We will certainly avoid leaving trash. It is not possible to keep trash cans along woodland trails, of course, so we should obser ve “car r y in, car r y out” etiquette whenever we are there. Even better, let’s store a couple of trash bags in the car just for those occasions. Where Sturdy Shoes Or Boots Here is something important to remember, when you are on a trail, wear sturdy shoes or boots and bring drinking water. Apply insect repellent before you begin your walk. When you return home, remove any ticks you might find on your skin. Remember to wear a face mask and keep some distance from others you encounter. The Jackson Pathfi nders look forward to sharing with you our love for nature and for the trails which lead us there! For information about the Jackson Pathfinders visit their website at jacksonpathfinders.org or check out our Facebook Page at Facebook.com/The Jackson Pathfinders “Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail,” a quote attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson.
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911 Operator Hears Woman Plead For Her Life
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Township police charged a Lakewood man with second degree terroristic threats, third degree aggravated assault and third-degree criminal restraint among other charges on July 24. An investigation revealed that during that evening a woman had a dispute with Adam Ennis, 23, who she was familiar with. That argument escalated with him arming himself with a knife and making threats. Officers of the department had responded around 4 p.m. that afternoon to Arcadia Court after a 911 call was received at police headquarters. The call was an open line where it appeared 911 was dialed and the phone was set down. The female victim was heard crying and appeared to be speaking with a male asking him not to kill her. Officers went to the area attempted to determine exactly which residence the call had originated from. As the 911
call stayed open at one point the female returned to the phone and the watch commander listening was able to obtain the address and then officers proceeded there. Police observed the interior of the residence and were at the front door of the residence and preparing to make a forced entry. The door opened and the officers observed a crying female who appeared to be in distress who was being led by a male behind her. The officers announced their presence and the door was immediately shut and it appeared that it was being locked. Fearing for the woman’s safety or a potential hostage situation, officers forced entry into the residence. The victim fled from the residence. Ennis was located just inside and was taken into custody. Ennis was also charged with fourth degree unlawful possession of a weapon, harassment and simple assault. He was processed and lodged in the Ocean County Jail.
Car Burglaries At Golf Courses Investigated By Chris Lundy JACKSON – Police are urging golfers to lock their doors after several vehicle burglaries at local courses on July 25. A Jackson resident reported that his 2019 Jeep had been burglarized while he was at the Metedeconk Golf Club on Hannah Hill Road. It was unlocked and his wallet was stolen. It was described as a Burberry wallet valued at $300. It also had $300 inside and the credit cards were later used at stores in Jackson and Howell. A Brick resident said her car was burglarized on the same day at the Pine Barrens Golf Club located on South Hope Chapel Road. Her 2016 Mercedes Benz was unlocked. Her Louis Vuitton pocketbook, which was worth more than $3,500, was stolen. It had a Louis Vuitton wallet valued in excess of $800 that contained $350 in cash. Her stolen credit cards were used later in Brick, Tinton Falls and Monmouth Junction.
A Sea Girt resident said his 2011 Porsche was burglarized that day at the Pine Barrens Golf Club as well. He had said that his windows were left partially open because of the extreme heat that day. His wallet had been left on the front seat. Before he had a chance to cancel his credit cards, more than $5,000 in purchases were made in Brick and Tinton Falls. The officer was told that at around 10 a.m., a Pine Barrens Golf Club employee encountered a man who was not a member of the club or a worker in a red van parked on the club’s property. He was asked to leave. The employee took a photo but the license plate cannot be positively identified. This man is not a suspect at this time but detectives want to identify and speak with him. Anyone with information on any of these burglaries is urged to call Jackson Police Detective Shawn Hobson at 732-928-1111 or provide the information through the department’s StopIt app.
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By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – With everything going on with the ongoing pandemic and other things related to rescheduled events that piece of mail tucked aside for later use may just have been forgotten. Ocean County Freeholders however have issued a reminder however to not neglect the 2020 Cenus which is entering the home stretch. Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari reminded everyone to please complete their census questionnaire because “an accurate Census count is incredibly important to Ocean County and will help determine the amount of federal and state aid that we receive for the next decade.” Vicari said, “there are less than 100 days left and we ask that anyone who has not yet completed their Census forms to please do so.” The Census Bureau declared the week of July 27 thru August 2 as “Push Week,” in an effort to persuade Americans to complete the forms. “We’re making a big push to remind residents to fill out their forms before Census workers begin visiting homes later in August. You can also submit your Census online at 2020CENSUS. GOV, by phone (844-330-2020), or by mail,” Vicari added. Starting around Aug. 11, Census workers will begin visiting the homes of residents who have not submitted their forms but there is still time to complete the questions and ensure that a Census official will not knock on your door. Those not having internet access or who need assistance can gain assistance at their local branch of the Ocean County Library which have laptops dedicated to the public for use in completing the Census. Trained staff are available for assistance, Vicari said.
Vicari urged residents to “contact your local branch library for more information.” Generally, Ocean County residents have done a good job in returning their Census forms and most Ocean County towns are close to or have exceeded their 2010 final self-response rates. Ocean County overall has a 62.4% response rate as of July 22, which is slightly higher than the national response rate of 62.3%. “There’s still a lot of room for improvement. We could lose millions of dollars in federal money if we don’t provide an accurate count,” Vicari added. The Freeholder Director said the recent $106 million CARE Act for COVID-19 relief and Superstorm Sandy aid are examples of federal outlays that are least partially based on Census numbers. Census data statewide, is used for the allocation of more than $45 billion in annual federal funding for services relating to health, education, housing infrastructure and other programs. Vicari noted these programs are critical for the most vulnerable members of our communities, including young children, aging adults and people with disabilities and illnesses. “We are talking about $5,000 per New Jersey resident per year.” Should the numbers statewide prove inaccurate, there’s a chance New Jersey could lose a Congressional seat, Vicari added. Vicari also asked that residents who may spend the colder months in Florida or other southern states to please fill out the New Jersey Census form. He said, “for our snowbirds I would ask them to fill out the forms for the state in which they spend the most time, which in most cases is New Jersey.”
Recovery Coach Found Dead Of Overdose
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – John Brogan, who assisted the local departments in addiction counseling, was found dead of an overdose in Philadelphia. He was 42. Life coaches work with addicts because they know what it’s like to be one. Brogan had told his stories of hitting rock bottom, having an epiphany, and then getting clean for himself and for his family. He would speak at schools and at larger community gatherings. He would work with individuals to try to get them straight. After getting clean, he had started Lifeline Recovery Support Services in Toms River at the height of the opioid epidemic. He partnered with then-Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph Coronato on programs to help addicts get help instead of the revolving door of jail.
He had worked with other districts as well. “Mr. Brogan assisted many law enforcement agencies in opioid prevention, and we will always appreciate his insight and assistance on important initiatives in Ocean and Monmouth Counties, as we continue to work hard in the fight against drugs,” the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office said. Philadelphia Health Department reported that he died of an accidental overdose on July 29 at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel. His obituary said he was a sales agent for Terra Insurance in Philadelphia. “He had been a strong advocate for those in need of rehabilitation from substance abuse and helped many individuals struggling with alcohol and substance abuse,” it said. He left behind three daughters as well as other family.
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Continued From Page 1 the township. “We are here to honor Salvatore Vigilante on his retirement,” Chisholm said, noting that Vigilante had been born in Sicily and moved to New Jersey in 1968. He began working in an Italian bakery and discovered that baking was his passion. That passion led him to work at a donut shop in Freehold where he perfected his skills and he later moved to Jackson Township in 1999 where he opened his own donut shop.” “He begins each day at 3 a.m. selling nothing but the freshest pastries to his loyal customers which are often sold out by 10 a.m. His daughter Rita Marie and his granddaughter Isabella and he can often be seen sitting at the counter in conversation with the customers,” Chisholm said. “Sal loves serving the community and did so with a smile on his face and having a good laugh with customers and was often known to sing along to Frank Sinatra while he worked.” Chisholm noted that Vigilante, “was always very generous when it came to feeding the less fortunate and often helped good causes such as Boy and Girl scouts. He has earned recognition for having one of the best donut shops in all of New Jersey and was recently being named by NJ.com as one of New Jersey’s sweetest spots across the state in June 2020.” The proclamation reads that Mayor Mi-
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“Mr. Vigilante and Village Donuts is known as an institution in the town,” Sauickie said of Vigilante. Vigilante grinned as he accepted the framed proclamation from Chisholm and remarked, “Thank you, I thank the police and fi re departments and all our boys overseas. God bless Jackson and the USA.” Councilman Kenneth Bressi noted that
while Vigilante had been present to receive his accolades and well wishes “he was being shown appreciation and honored for all he did to take the time to recognize our first responders, police, fire departments and armed forces and I think when we see a person like that on a night for him to take time out and appreciate the culture you live in and what you believe in is a tribute to what America is all about. I was truly glad to hear that.”
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By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – A global pandemic, murder hornets, and various other odd occurrences in 2020 have made this year unique and perhaps a bit frightening. Now almost on cue comes … hurricanes! A record eight named storms already born in the Atlantic and a ninth expected to form, Ocean County emergency management officials are ready if a major tropical system approaches our coast. Freeholder John P. Kelly, who serves as director of law and public safety said,“we already had a close call with Tropical Storm Fay, which came ashore just south of us earlier in July.” “With so many more months to go in hurricane season and looking at the number of named storms we have already seen, we have to remain vigilant,” Kelly added. Preparation currently means dealing with the continuing threat of the COVID-19 pandemic. “There’s no question that COVID-19 will make storm preparations more challenging. However, our Office of Emergency Management has already made plans on how to deal with pandemic safeguards during any evacuations,” Kelly added. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has also issued guidelines for how local agencies should prepare for a storm-related disaster. Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy said, “we understand that things would be different if a hurricane strikes during the pandemic.” He is asking all residents to prepare in advance, before a major storm approaches the county. “If you can safely evacuate to a friend or family’s home, that’s the thing to do,” Mastronardy said. While social distancing may be difficult in public shelters the CDC has updated its rules on how to stay safe at a shelter, which include the usual guidelines for social distancing and wearing masks. Mastronardy recommended residents
keep an extra stockpile of nonperishable food items in their home. “Also be aware that shelter locations could change because of the need to protect residents from COVID-19,” the Sheriff added. The Sheriff added, “make sure your prescriptions are filled and up to date.” As usual, residents and visitors should also pay close attention to local weather reports. Kelly added, “forecasts usually give us at least five days warning of a dangerous storm. Pay attention and be ready to act.” Those evacuated to a shelter are recommended to bring blankets/sleeping bags/ pillows, change of clothes, cash/credit card/checkbook, family documents, birth certificates, insurance policies, stock certificates, medicine and prescription drugs, infant formula/food, special dietary foods and diapers. Along with a household Disaster Supplies Kit, it is important to have Animal Supply Kits and Take-Along Bags for service animals and pets. Pet kits should include: a two-week supply of water and food, nonspill food and water dishes, cage/carrier labeled with contact information, favorite toys and treats, leash, collar and harness, litter, litter pan, paper towels and plastic baggies, and pet medication. Other recommendations include that your pets and service animals have current ID tags, and that their vaccinations are current. The Sheriff also encouraged residents with disabilities to sign up for Register Ready, New Jersey’s Special Needs registry for disasters. The program provides information to emergency responders so they can better meet specific needs of disabled residents in the event of a disaster or other emergency. “This registry not only helps our senior and special-needs residents, but it also provides information so that residents can be checked on during weather emergencies,” Mastronardy said. To register visit registerready.nj.gov and click on the Register Ready icon at the bottom of the page.
Four NJ Counties Considered COVID-19 Hot Spots
By Chris Lundy NEW JERSEY – Four additional counties are not considered COVID-19 hot spots by FEMA, bringing the total number to six. Ocean and Gloucester counties were already on the list, and have been considered hot spots by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, according to published reports. They are now joined by Atlantic, Burlington, Camden and Mercer counties.
Using the “daily hot spot triage” report, ABC news detailed when these counties were put on the list. It includes areas across the country. These four counties had been on the list before at the beginning of the pandemic in America. Camden and Mercer were taken off on April 14. Burlington was taken off on April 26. Atlantic was taken off on May 4.
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Continued From Page 1 ated Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer who introduced a large number of speakers during the over two hour session. Billhimer said “this is part of our ongoing series of 21 for 21 community policing projects and the purposes of these programs is to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve. This is our first virtual presentation.” “This dialogue is important the depth of George Floyd in Minneapolis was tragic and criminal in nature. My goal, the attorney general’s goal and all of us in law enforcement is to make sure something like that doesn’t happen here, anywhere in New Jersey or anywhere in the United States,” Billhimer said. Third Congressional District Rep. Andy Kim was the first to speak and he touched on the recent loss of 17-term Congressman John Lewis who was a civil rights leader. “In the last few days we said our farewells as a nation and in Congress to my colleague John Lewis. I feel honored and blessed to have served with him for the time that I had. He had the courage to stand up for what he believed in and for justice and equality for our nation,” Kim said. The congressman added during his last conversation with Lewis, “he reminded me that the whole world was watching the United States right now and we needed to push forward and remain a place that is committed to the fight for justice, for equality, addressing systemic racism.” “I know through this meeting…we need to show that this is really about service to the community. There is no bill that we can write that will erase the challenges that we face… all of us need to work together,” Kim added. Billhimer said “the Attorney General in New Jersey is revising our use of force policy. That policy was originally put into place in 1985 and then it was revised in 2000. It really hasn’t changed since the year 2000. It
provides standards and guidance for all law enforcement officers as to the amount of force that they can use to compel compliance to an unwilling subject.” He noted that the Attorney General was looking for public input and guidance and comments made from forums like this across the state. Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy said, “Over the last 50 years we’ve seen a lot of changes in policies. We’ve seen policies in domestic violence, notifications, warrants - all these things impact the public safety of the residents. We’ve seen changes in equipment, computers and video cameras. The technology we have now is phenomenal. “All these things are assisting us and public safety. The thing that hasn’t changed and what I’ve seen is the aspect that is key is the passion to serve,” the Sheriff said. “These young people have the same passion. We have many young people who want to step up to the plate and serve the public.” He noted that protests in support of equality and opposition to police brutality within the county had been peaceful. “Everyone respected each other’s rights and I think that’s good and I think we are fortunate in this county to have the support of residents. I think that is the key here - we have to respect each other.” Others on the panel included Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of Detectives Joseph F. Mitchel, Retired Police Instructor Ocean County Police Academy Chief William Dikum, Manchester Police Chief Lisa Parker, Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little and Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office representatives Capt. Anthony Carrington, Sgt. Thomas Tiernan, William Scharfenberg, Michael Colwell and Renee T. White. Rev. William A. Greene of Second Baptist Church of Toms River and Rev. William Simmons the assistant pastor of the Sixth Street Baptist Church of Lakewood and Jasmin Guarin founder of the Junior Community Ambassadors Club Toms River High School South also attended.
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The prescription infusion was recently approved by the FDA to treat thyroid eye bulging which is related to Graves’ disease. This is an autoimmune thyroid condition that increases thyroid hormone in the body, and it impacts the eyes sometimes. Every person is different of course, however, when the eye is affected due to thyroid illness it causes great discomfort as well as eye bulging, termed proptosis. Just to clarify, Graves’ disease is one of two different thyroid autoimmune conditions. Graves’ causes the thyroid hormone to swing high and low, but mainly high! Using thyroid medication may exacerbate the problem because the hormone is already elevated. The other disease is Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis or “hashi” for short, which causes the opposite problem. In this case, thyroid hormone swings high and low, but eventually becomes deficient, and the person is supported on thyroid medication, or supplements. With Graves’ disease, the eyes are probably the most outward manifestation of the illness which is taking place inside the body. Tepezza has been shown to very quickly improve double vision, bulging, visual acuity and eye pain and swelling. The eye bulging was reduced by at least 2 millimeters. The medication is given via intravenous (IV) injection, it is not an eye drop. The infusion drip is given over an hour, and conducted once every 3 weeks. The course of therapy requires 8 separate infusions. You may be wondering: Is it treating the Graves’ disease? No, it’s specifically for the eye-related concerns, especially those related to eye bulging. Is it useful for other vision problems like
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The selection of homeowners and repair applications is done by the Homeowner Services Committee in a way that does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or national origin. Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people
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Italian - American Gentleman seeks woman 65-75 yrs with same interest. I am loving, caring, and easy going. Loves music and dancing. Give me a call 732-207-5338. (12)
Janitor/Cleaner - To keep the cleanliness of clubhouse, restrooms, surrounding recrea-tional areas, set up for events, etc. This position is responsible for keeping the premises in a clean and orderly condition. 732-350-3322. (34)
Cheap Painting Done Rite Free estimates. Fully insured. 38 years experience. 732-506-7787 cell 646-643-7678. (37)
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Personal - 973-229-3386. Looking for older black woman, any age, for company and nice time. White gentleman will treat you good. (31)
Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n)
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 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)
COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (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)
All Firearms WANTED - Gun Collections, Military/Hunting, Antique, Military Artifacts, Swords/ Bayonets. We pay CASH on the spot! Call John & Stephanie 610716-5353. email: antiqueand rareguns@gmail.com. Federal Firearms License Holder (38)
Power Washer - $14 p/h. Cash to start. Executive Enterprises, Toms River. Call 732-608-6181. NJ Lic#13VH05877600. (31)
Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (17) CASH PAID!! - LP records, ste-reos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (28) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for Rock, Reggae, Blues, Elvis, Jazz, Metal, Psychedelic. Very Good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (34) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)
Help Wanted Laundromat Attendant - For FT/PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (34) 2 College Students - Work full time until school starts. $14 p/h. Cash to start - power washing. Call 732-608-6181. (31)
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)
Looking for motivated/reliable individual - To be an assistant/ receptionist. Hair salon cosmetology license or permit. Please call Arleen 862-324-5914. (34) HEROES WORK AT THE PINES Weekly Pay! During the Covid-19 pandemic, our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)/Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) have been an integral part in our success of keeping our residents safe and secure. They are the foundation to our excellent resident care. As frontline employees, they are truly appreciated by the Management and Board of Directors at The Pines. Do you have the compassion, resilience, and dedication to be a Hero of The Pines? If you do, consider joining us in one of the following roles Rates up to $16/hr. Ask about our weekend programs. Skilled Nursing Certified Nursing Assistants. FT/PT/Weekend All Shifts. Assisted Living Certified Home Health Aides and Certified Nursing Assistants Full Time 3-11/memory care - including every other weekend (37.50 hours a week). Varied FT/PT on All Shifts. We offer a competitive rate and excellent benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, 401(K), and generous time off package! Apply online at thepinesatwhiting. org/contactus/careers/ or in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759. EOE. (34) 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) Program Management Analyst needed by VitalAxis in Toms River, NJ to be responsible for execution of multiple programs of strategic business value & end-to-end delivery by managing teams across geographies in America & India. Email resume to, Arun Tumati, Chief Operations Officer, at arun.tumati@vitalaxis.com. (38)
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By: Marc S. Galella, Esq.and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Many commercial tenants are asking whether they are excused from making rent payments if the tenant’s business has been impacted or shut down by as a result of the coronavirus. In particular, they are asking whether a force majeure clause often found in commercial leases, excuses the tenant from having to pay rent. A force majeure clause in commercial leases generally relieve the performance of a party because of an unforeseeable circumstance beyond the control of the parties to the lease which causes a party not to be able to perform under the lease. The term “force majeure” usually means an event that could not have been reasonably anticipated, or which, if anticipated, could not be controlled. Force majeure clauses are added to leases to excuse a party’s performance under the lease in cases of natural disasters or “acts of God,” such as hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, etc. The answer to this question depends on the terms of the commercial lease. Does the lease contain a force majeure clause? If so, does the clause specifically address the issue as to the payment of rent. In many, if not most, force majeure clauses the obligation to pay rent is not forgiven in the case of an event that is beyond the control of the parties. Thus, the commercial lease must be reviewed to see whether it contains a force majeure clause and what is excused or not excused under that clause. New Jersey courts have traditionally
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of aug 8 - aug 14
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Resist the temptation to gamble something you wouldn’t want to lose. You could trust your luck just when it’s at its lowest point in the upcoming week. However, an unexpected change to your income could be advantageous. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may need to tap your inner resources to deal with surprises and unpredictable people as this week unfolds. It could be that you resist authority or are faced with unintended consequences. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your assessment of people, ideas and situations could be impaired now. It may be difficult to make decisions if you are more focused on outer validation than inner satisfaction. Focus on being tolerant this week. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Hurt feelings might show up in the upcoming week. A rift may be brewing with someone you considered a BFF, or you might disagree with people in your social circle. Focus on your financial expertise. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Embrace a change of heart. There may be an opening to make major business changes, so go ahead with projects that have been simmering on the back burner. Be fair and open-minded when dealing with loved ones. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your efforts to be progressive and tolerant could meet with unexpected resistance. Maintain a low profile and avoid group activities and online interactions early in the week. Focus on making joint assets more secure.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Do not take pillow talk to heart. You may enjoy romantic encounters that exceed your expectations, but once you engage in the daily business of living and the week unfolds, it may be necessary to become more realistic. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Making the impossible dream come true might be entirely possible if you play your cards right. Use your insight to gain recognition and parlay an idea into a moneymaking proposition as the week goes by. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Meet yourself in the middle. Your attitude toward money can switch from careful economies and savvy budgeting strategies to extravagant spending sprees in the week ahead. Focus on long-term growth. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Surrender to the present in the week ahead. It may be tempting to rehash old resentments or bring up past disputes, but you’ll be happier if you focus on what’s going on in the here and now. Listen to your instincts. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Changes in plans are entirely possible as the week unfolds, but don’t let this rue your feathers. Things are likely to work out to your advantage in the long run. Follow your dreams and adapt to new ideas. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In the week to come, it is in your best interests to determine which way the wind is blowing and then let it move you along. Your business sense is on the mark today, but you might overlook key details when making purchases.
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