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─Photo by Bob Vosseller A young son of the American Legion gets a lift on the shoulders of an American Legion member during a POW/MIA Watchfire on the bayfront of Seaside Heights. By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS – A rou nd 82,000 American servicemen a n d s e r v ic e wo m e n remain missing in action since World War II to the present time. M e m b e r s of t h e A mer ican Legion, Sons of the America n Leg ion , Ocea n Cou nt y Boa rd of Chosen Freeholders and guests recently observed POW-MIA Day and recognized a
local resident whose status was unknown for mor e t h a n t wo decades. T h e S o n s of t h e A mer ican Legion Detachment of New Jersey hosted the 30th A n n u a l Wa t c h f i r e which drew a large c r owd o n t h e b o rough’s bayfront. Chuck Robbins, the Nat ional Execut ive Committeeman from the American Legion D e p a r t m e n t of N J
made a posthumous night, you are sending med al present at ion three messages - that to the family of Air being a message to Force Major George MIA families that we J. Pollin of Lavallette. ca re, a me ssage t o Pollin’s aircraft was our elected officials shot down on April t o s up p or t leg isla29, 1967. He was list- tion and policies that ed as “declared dead will make available while missing in ac- use of all necessary t ion .” H i s r e m a i n s resources to achieve we r e r e c ove r e d on the f ullest possible September 30, 1990 a c c o u n t i n g of o u r and were identified on nation’s missing no December 17, 1990. matter what the cost, “By conducting the and a message to our wa t ch f i r e h e r e t o - (Ceremony - See Page 4)
Drop Boxes Are Ready For Your Ballot By Bob Vosseller TOMS R I V ER – There are 17 drop boxes available in Ocean County to bring your completed ballot to. Officials of the state recently released a complete list of locations of where secure d rop boxes a re for use during this year’s mail-in general elec-
tion on November 3. The 17 drop boxes are spread out throughout the county and several are already available for depositing completed ballots, which are collected by the Ocean County Board of Elections on a daily basis. Cameras have been installed to monitor
the boxes on 24 hour/ seven day a week basis. Once you return your ballot, a voter will have the ability to track their ballot online through the state Division of Elections. Considering the ongoing COVID -19 pandemic, Governor Phil Mur phy signed P.L. 2020, c. 72 which re-
quires County Clerks to send all active registered voters a vote by mail ballot for the Nove mb e r 3, 2020 General Election. Ocean County Clerk Scott Colabella said mail-in ballots are being sent to active registered voters. Those who have not yet registered to vote
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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Facing the possibility of a lawsuit by the U.S. Department of Justice, the township entered into pre-litigation negotiation. This is designed to prevent the federal government from deciding local land use laws in the courts. The issue revolves around zoning for development. The Attorney General alleges that Toms River’s zoning violates the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act. The simplified version of this law is that a town can’t create ordinances to make it difficult for certain people to move into town. Toms River had already retained attorney and author Marci Hamilton to help navigate this law. She has been speaking on behalf of the township to the federal government. According to the Justice Department’s letter: “The complaint will allege that the Township’s zoning laws unreasonably limit religious exercise, treat religious assemblies or institutions on less than equal terms with nonreligious assemblies or institutions, and substantially burden religious exercise, which burden does not further a compelling governmental interest and is not the least restrictive means of furthering a compelling interest.” The goal of the negotiation, according to the federal government, would be to change the town’s ordinances and to train staff on following the law. Specifically, it notes: “We are willing to discuss the precise nature of revisions to the Township’s zoning ordinance, but they must, at a minimum, involve significant changes that address the religious needs of Orthodox Jews, and other religious groups, who worship in small settings, travel on foot to attend houses of worship because of sincerely held religious beliefs, and have minimal need for parcels with large acreage.” Township officials said that the Justice Department had been investigating the township’s ordinances since 2018. In 2019, the township put forward some proposals to remedy the situation, and never heard back from the feds. (Land - See Page 9)
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Continued From Page 1 military that we are with you and with your families and that God forbid any service members should be captured or missing in action that we want everything done immediately to secure your release and to account for you,” Robbins said. Robbins stressed that effor ts were needed to ensure that no one is left behind. Awareness effor ts like this watchfire have helped the public and politicians be aware of their support for POW/MIAs. Taking off his legion cap Robbins spoke in his other role, as an employee of the NJ Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs. Here, he made the special presentation on behalf of Gover nor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Adjutant General, Major General Jemal J. Beale. He called forth George Pollin’s siblings Larry Pollin and Barbara Greger. Robbins said George Pollin was born on February 5, 1942 in the town of Lavallette. “He was a typical all-American kid, according to his brother Lar r y. George was well known throughout the community and excelled at many things. After college he went to f light school and graduated at the top of his class. Knowing he would be going to Vietnam sooner or later and rather than going to Germany, he asked to be sent directly to Vietnam to complete the requirement of a 100 f light missions. By doing so he felt he could get his commitment done quicker. He committed 78 of those 100 missions.” Pollin was assigned to the 389th Tactical Fighter Squadron. Being the person he was, he volunteered for a combat mission because another co-pilot was ill. This was on April 29, 1967. He called his brother back home before the mission telling him by doing this it would bring him that much closer to coming home. Later that day in a F4 Phantom Jet Pollin and fellow pilot Loren Torkelson set out on their escort mission over North Vietnam and their aircraft was number two in a f light of four. The F105 fighter bomber they were escorting was assigned to take out a bridge. “Larry told me earlier today that the bridge was taken out,” Robbins said. The f light took them over a missile site and fighter base and the squadron experienced fire from both and took a hit from the rear of the plane. It was seen to be hit rolled over, crashed and exploded. One parachute was seen leaving the aircraft but extreme enemy presence prevented any immediate rescue mission, Robbins noted. It was later learned that Torkelson had ejected and had been taken captive by the North Vietnamese. He was released in 1973. “In his debrief he reported not having seen a second parachute and presumed Pollin had gone down with the plane,” Robbins said. Defense Department records indicated Pollin’s ejector seat was seen at the
crash site lending some hope that he had successfully left the plane. As he was not reported captured and his body was not found he was declared dead. In May of 1978 his status was changed to killed in action by the Department of the Air Force. His remains were later recovered and repatriated and during his missing status he was twice promoted to the eventual rank of major. His awards were numerous and included the Purple Heart and the United States Aviator Badge and the Vietnam Campaign medal. Robbins said, “the Pollin family is fortunate to know their brother’s fate. They waited 23 years for an answer. Other families still wait.” Larry Pollin said of his brother, “he really had the right stuff. He had told me ‘Larry (flight school) was the hardest thing I ever did in my life.’ He graduated number one in his class and he was awarded a plaque that I have standing by his shadowbox by his peers and his instructors.” Robbins also introduced 3rd District Congressman Andy Kim and Ocean Cou nt y Freeholder Di rector Joseph Vicari. “This is bigger than all of us,” Kim said. “What we are doing is paying full tribute to those who have served our nation and those who are missing in action, and those who are prisoners of war. It is important for me to come here and meet with families that have lost loved ones and those who have served our country honorably and bravely and what I promise you is that I will do everything I humanly can to make sure we have that full accounting that our country and families deserve no matter what the cost.” Vicari noted while the number of missing soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen continues to slowly decline, there are still more than 81,900 Americans listed as missing from World War II through to today’s ongoing War on Terror. “Ocean County never forgets its veterans. We remember and thank those who sacrificed so much for their nation,” Vicari added. During a recent meeting of the Board of Freeholders, Vicari called for a moment of silence to remember the nation’s POWs and MIAs. Freeholder Gerry P. Little said during that meeting that approximately 72,600 missing Americans to date are from World War II, 7,600 from Korea, 1,586 from Vietnam, 108 from the Cold War Era and five from the Gulf Wars. Vicari said, “the fate of these valiant Americans remains unknown and the hunt for the remains of MIAs goes on and in recent years, several remains of U.S. servicemen were found in Cambodia and returned home for proper identification and burial.” Other speakers included Gary P. Nelson, Sons of the American Legion National Vice Commander; Bob Newell, the Department Commander of the American Legion; and Ruby Cramer, the Department President of the American Legion Auxiliary.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor
E DITORIAL Pandemics Do Not Respect Borders Admiral Stavridis and General Zi n n i ( Ret.) said it best: “No matter how successful we are in f ighting the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic at home, we will n e ve r s t o p it u n le s s we are also fighting it around the world.” As a supporter and ambassador for The Borgen P r oje c t , a n o n p r of it organization working to make global poverty a focus of U.S. foreign policy, and a resident of New Je r sey, I a m calling on our representative in the Senate, Sen. Menendez and Sen. Booker, to support additional emergency supplemental resources for t he I nter nat ional Affairs Budget to fight C OV I D -19. T h e U S needs decisive global coordination to end this cr isis, for pandemics t r u ly do not r e s p e c t borders. A s Gove r nor Mu rp hy p r e s e nt e d , Ne w Jersey business, organizations, employees, and customers are participating in the One Je r s ey Ple d ge, c om mitting to follow health and safety guidelines du r i ng New Je r sey’s econom ic a nd social recovery. However, to prevent future pandemics in the long run, we as a nation need to take the lead and invest in more global responses. By helping developing cou nt r ies st reng t hen their hospitals and labs, we c a n id e nt i f y a nd contain emerging diseases before they get to the US. The bill would also help the federal gove r n m e n t p r e p a r e for the next pandemic by st reng theni ng the global health chain of command. This virus is having
the most devastating effect on developi ng countries that lack the scientific and financial re sou rce s t o combat the disease themselves. COVID-19 could push 265 m ill ion people t o st a r vat ion by t he end of 2020 and 500 m illion more people into poverty due to the economic fallout. The Borgen Project is especially concerned about the response in Africa, which carries 23% of the global disease bu rde n but on ly a c counts for 1% of global health expenditure. Overall, more than half of the world’s population could be living in poverty in the wake of COVID-19, erasing decades of progress combat i ng ext reme poverty. Now, more than ever, it is time to put pressure on Congress t o re com m it t o U.S. le a de r sh ip i n global healt h se cu r it y. T he proposed $20 billion in the next emergency supplement al for the Inter national Affairs Budget would include resources for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria, Gavi the Vaccine Alliance as well as life-saving anti-hunger and nutrition programs. Readers, I urge you to take 30 seconds out of your day to reach out to your local leaders to advocate your support for additional emergency supplemental for the Inter national Affairs Budget. Visit The Borgen Project action center to make your voice heard. We can do better when we work together. Tiffany Lou Borgen Project Ambassador
Regulations Trump Common Sense
Letters To Area Facilities Review Act The made by the Editor state in 1979. jority in the House until was passed in the 1990s the DEP r uled that you could only bulkhead your property if your lot was no more than 75 feet wide and if your neighbors on both sides al ready had bulkheads. The neighbors on only one side of our property have a bulkhead so we could not bulkhead the property. The preferred method by the state was to build a rip rap wall (essentially rock wall) to protect the shoreline. We applied to have that done but were denied by DEP because the state thought that some of the reeds and bushes aka “wetlands” would be destroyed. Essentially, we will have to wait for nature to destroy the remaining 10 feet of wetlands before we are allowed to do anything to preserve our shoreline from further erosion. The state in a nutshell “protected” the “wetlands” by allowing nature to destroy them rather than allowing a rip rap wall to protect what still is left of the “wetlands.” The DEP demonstrated their inability to use common sense once again in relation to the sport port which is a small floating dock to pull the jet ski onto. The DEP told us we could not do that because it would not be in more than 4 feet of water. The 4 feet of water was required to protect the submerged aquatic vegetation as shown on a map
Fr e q u e nt ly d u r i ng t he winter months sustained northwesterly winds blow the water out far enough that you can literally walk 40 to 50 feet out to land that is normally covered by wat e r. We se nt t he DE P pic t u r e s t o show that there was absolutely no vegetation in the area, only light brown sand and d a rk brow n s a nd . T he response from the state: well, the vegetation may come back some day. File your application again, pay another $2,000 filing fee, and we will deny it. It is important for the public to remember that no regulations issued by a state or federal agency constitute a “law” passed by elected representatives accountable to the people who elected them. The gover n ment creates a n agency. The agency proposes reg ulations. T he Cong ress or Assembly then rubber-stamps them so t h at bu re auc r at s i n their infinite wisdom can abuse them. That is why President Trump reducing unnecessary or outdated regulations is no small accomplishment.
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Can you think of a single thing that Trump has done in his four years in office? Let me rephrase that: Can you think of a single thing he has done right? In the first two years of his presidency, in 2017 a nd 2018, Republica ns controlled the House and Senate in addition to the W h ite House. A nd yet he still couldn’t get anything done. There were no Democrats blocking him. People blame the lack of a wall on Democrats, but they didn’t get a ma-
I think that President Trump’s effort to review and reduce unnecessary or outdated regulations often is not truly appreciated. Most people do not feel them directly such as they would with receiving a tax cut, saving their job from going off shore, or seeing their IRA or 401K increase in value. However, my recent experience with the NJ Department of Environmental Protection brought home to me the effect of regulations and bureaucrats running amuck. We live on Goose Creek in Toms River where it widens into Shelter Cove. Recently, we applied to rebuild a dock we built in 1987, attach a sport port for a jet ski to it, and build a rip rap wall along the shoreline to prevent further erosion. We have a fairly deep lot so ever since we bought the lot in 1978 we tried to keep a natural boundary of reeds and bayberry bushes along the water line to discourage erosion. Unfortunately, nature did not cooperate and since 1987, erosion reduced our original buffer area from over 32 feet to only 10 feet deep at the widest places along the shorelines. The state will not allow us to build a bulk head to protect the proper t y because when the Coastal The Toms River Times welcomes all points of view for publication and provides this page as an open forum for residents to express themselves regarding politics, government, current events and local concerns. All letters are printed as space allows unless deemed offensive by the editorial staff, and provided they are signed and include address & phone number for veri�ication. Letters may not be printed if we cannot verify them. Names will not be withheld from publication. While most letters are printed as submitted, we reserve the right to edit or
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What Has Trump Done?
January of 2019. That’s two whole years that the Republicans in power did absolutely nothing about immigration. Nothing. T hey did n’t come up w it h a n a lt e r n at ive t o O b a m a c a r e. T h e y h a d two years. In four years, Trump has only made Trump better. Now, Trump’s ads are showing pictures of his America and saying “this is Biden’s America.” It’s n o t Bi d e n’s A m e r i c a . This is the America that he m a de by not doi ng anything. He had four years to fix things. He didn’t. If he had any other job in the country, and did nothing for 4 years, he’d be fired. Doug Transom Brick
Majority Being Silenced I won’t stop with this until our Governor hears it! The hypocrisy and manipulation is blatant! The virus is being used as a vehicle to suppress the silent majority from casting their vote. Those limiting us must k now the power of the silent major it y a nd t herefore are seeking ways to suppress us. There is no valid reason to start now, weeks before an election, to limit our rights with mail-in voting except to suppress this silent majority. We have to be able to vote in person on a machine at the polls. If we can go to stores and many other locations there is no valid reason not to be able to go to the polls and vote on a machine and press but t on s ex a c t ly l i ke a keypad at a store. We have to fight for our right to vote any and all ways and not be limited or mandated how. Carol Perri Brick
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
More Federal Aid Needed To Help NJ’s Recovery From COVID From The Desk Of
Congressman Andy Kim WASHI NGTON, D.C. – During a hearing of the House Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis, Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) pressed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell on the need for additional federal support to
state and local governments to ensure a full economic recovery from the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Congressman Kim began his questions by citing a previous hearing with former Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke in which the
former Chairman stated that, “federal level, state and local budget cuts meaningfully slowed the recovery” of the U.S. economy in the wake of the 2008 recession. When asked if he agreed with former Chairman Bernanke on his assessment that cuts to state and local funding could negatively impact a recovery to the current economic downturn, Chairman Powell stated, “Yes, there has been a great deal of research into that question, and it does generally support that
view.” Chairman Powell later went on to agree that “there is going to be a need for further support” or additional economic aid to states and localities, and “if we provide the right amount of support, in a few years this [crisis] doesn’t need to leave a permanent mark on the economy.” “This is about our country as a whole, our economy as a whole,” said Congressman Kim in his call for additional support to help states and localities recover
from the economic impact of the coronavirus crisis. “It’s not just about helping certain states and certain cities – both red and blue, both Republican and Democratic – it’s about helping our national economy as a whole.” Earlier this week, Congressman Kim released ‘The Way Forward: Preparing America for a Second Wave,’ a set of recommendations for public health leaders and public officials to prepare for a potential second wave of COVID-19.
Congressman Kim is a member of the bipartisan House Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis, where he serves as one of twelve members of the House tasked with conducting oversight over programs aimed at ending the Coronavirus pandemic and helping address the economic impact it’s having on the American people. Congressman Kim is also a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Committee on Small Business.
Combat Pay To Be Excluded From Gross Income Tax From The Desk Of The
Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation (S-2050) to exclude combat pay from gross taxable income under the New Jersey income tax. New Jersey is the only s t at e c u r r e nt ly t a x i ng combat pay, which is also u nt axed by the federal government. “Members of the military put eve r y t h i ng on t he line for our state and our country,” said Governor
Murphy. “I am happy and proud that, even in the midst of our state’s most serious fiscal crisis, we were able to find a way to make life easier for our troops and provide some long-overdue relief to the bravest among us.” “All distractions when deployed reduce combat effectiveness. This is a positive action that will p ay d iv id e nd s for ou r women and men in com-
bat,” said Maj. Gen. Jemal J. Beale, T he Adjut ant General of New Jersey and Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. S-2050 excludes military pay for service in a combat zone, or for hospitalization as the result of injury while serving in a combat zone, from gross taxable income under the New Jersey income tax. The bill excludes combat pay in the same manner as federal taxation does. A combat zone is defined as any area the President of the United States designates by Executive Order as an area in which the
U.S. Ar med Forces are engaging or have engaged in combat. P r i ma r y spon sor s of S-2050 include Senators Shirley K. Tu r ner, Michael L. Testa, Jr., and Kristin M. Corrado, and Assembly members A nnette Quijano, Cleopatra G. Tucker, and Wayne P. DeAngelo. “I would like to thank Governor Murphy. This is a big salute to our military personnel, especially those serving in combat zones,” said Senator Shirley Turner. “Our military members are putting their lives at risk while their pay is below or at the poverty line. Their families
are also making enormous personal sacrifices. New Jersey should be honoring military service, not taxing it. I first introduced this bill 19 years ago, and I am elated that New Jersey will now join the rest of the nation to become the 50th state to exempt combat zone pay f rom taxation.” “Previous versions of this important bill have languished in the Legislature for 10 years. When I was sworn into the Senate in January, I made this one of my priorities and began advocating for its passing and enactment on behalf of American servicemen and women,” said Sena-
tor Michael Testa. “I am proud that working with colleagues on both sides of the aisle, we are finally reversing the insensitive policy, and I than k the Governor for his support.” “I am proud today of Gov. Murphy and the State of New Jersey for adopting the combat zone state tax exemption. It must have been a difficult decision to make in challenging fi nancial times,” said Lt. Col. Peter Lupo, Vice President of Legislative Affairs, New Jersey Veterans Chamber of Commerce. For that reason, New Jersey soldiers will be deeply appreciative. I can personally attest to that.”
Toms River Police Mourn Loss Of K-9 Officer Gunnar By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Township police are mourning the loss of one of their own with the recent announcement of the unexpected passing of K-9 Officer Gunnar Badge #9020. The K-9 officer passed away peacefully at his home on September 25 and was given an honorable send-off by ambulance from his township residence to the veterinarian. During his final patrol, he was surrounded by family and escorted by mem-
bers of the department’s K-9 patrol unit. Upon his arrival at the veterinarian’s office, Gunnar was embraced by numerous K-9 handlers and their partners from surrounding jurisdictions to show their love and support. Gun nar’s handler Off icer Richard Buhowski and his family as well as other officers of the department were present. Gunnar began his career in law enforcement on January 28, 2013 in the Toms River Canine Academy, class number 7 where he was certified as a patrol ca-
nine. On September 9, 2013 he attended the Toms River Canine Academy where he became a certified narcotics canine. While in training, Gunnar was one of the top dogs of the class and easily excelled at any duty he was given. He will be remembered for his numerous narcotics finds and his assistance in keeping officers safe while on the road. K-9 Gunnar retired in January of this year. “K-9 officers form an inseparable bond with their partners and this unexpected
passing has been difficult for Officer Buhowski and his family,” Police Chief Mitchell A. Little said. On January 27 the department welcomed t wo new K-9 off icers: Kylo, whose handler is Off icer Buhowski and K-9 Officer Riggs whose handler is Off icer Ch r istopher I nglis. Both dogs have shown their great discipline through their training process and have been carrying out their duties as part of the K-9 United to the township police department.
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“By opting for collaboration over confrontation, the Township will be able to ensure that any amendments that might be necessary to satisfy the Township’s obligations under RLUIPA will still further the goals of responsible development, public safety, and quality of life,” Toms River officials
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locations and towns. Barnegat: Ocean Cou nt y Librar y branch, 112 Burr St., Barnegat Beachwood: Ocean County Library branch, 126 Beachwood Blvd., Beachwood Berkeley: Ocean County Library branch, 30 Station Road, Bayville Brick: Brick Township Municipal Building, 401 Chambers Bridge Road Jackson: Ocean County Library branch, 2 Jackson Dr., Jackson Lacey: Ocean County Library branch, 10 East Lacey Road, Lacey Lakewood: Ocean County Resource Center, 225 4th S., Lavallette: Ocean County Library Upper Shores branch, 112 Jersey City Ave., Lavallette Little Egg Harbor: Ocean County Library branch, 290 Mathistown Road, Little Egg Harbor Manchester (Whiting section): branch of the Ocean County Library at 400 Lacey Road, next to Stop & Shop) Manchester: Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library, 21 Colonial Dr. Point Pleasant Borough: branch of the Ocean County Library, 834 Beaver Dam Road, Point Pleasant Stafford: Ocean County Souther n Service Center, 179 South Main St., Manahawkin Surf City: at the Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 South Central Ave., Surf City Toms River: Ocean County Library headquarters branch, 101 Washington St., Toms River (Drop box will be outside of Mancini Room) Toms River: Ocean County PIC Building, 1959 Route 9, Toms River Toms River: Ocean County Parking Garage, Madison Avenue There are several options available to voters during the 2020 general election: Fill out the postage-paid Vote-by-Mail ballot you receive and return it by mail to the Board of Elections via the U.S. Postal Service; by delivering it in person to Board of Elections, by delivering it in person at your polling place on Election Day or dropping off your ballot in one of the secure ballott drop boxes. There will be a limited number of polling places will be available on Election Day, and only disabled voters may cast a ballot on a voting machine.
The Toms River Times, October 3, 2020, Page 9 said. “Reaching a mutually agreeable and responsible accord with the Justice Department, if possible, is a far more prudent approach than potentially costly and protracted litigation.” At one time there was a proposal to reduce required land for houses of worship from 10 acres to seven acres in most of town, but two acres in the north Dover section of town. It was never implemented.
Voters who go to their polling place on Election Day may cast their ballot by voting a paper provisional ballot, as long as they did not vote on a mail-in ballot and return it. Colabella noted that provisional ballots are all counted by the Board of Elections after they determine that a vote-by-mail ballot was not received and counted for that voter and confi rms the voter’s registration. Those with questions about this year’s general election process and voting by mail should call the Ocean County Clerk’s Off ice at 732-929-2018. The clerk’s website is clerk.co.ocean.nj.us/
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Be Aware Of Your Risk Of Prostate Cancer
By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – After visiting his doctor for his annual exam, a local resident was diagnosed and treated for prostate cancer during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although he didn’t show any physical symptoms, a Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test showed high levels of the enzyme. After further testing, Keith Mueller was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer that needed immediate attention. His cancer care team urgently recommended a surgical intervention using cutting edge robotic surgery. “In the new reality of dealing with COVID-19, patients may be concerned about scheduling surgeries or procedures however, it’s vitally important to put their health first even during these uncertain times,” said Mark Perlmutter, M.D., FACS, medical director of urologic oncology for Hackensack Meridian Health, Ocean and Monmouth counties. “Cancer doesn’t wait not even for a pandemic, so it is critically important to take all preventative measures and proceed with diagnostic testing, procedures, and even surgery if necessary.”
Mueller’s cancer was completely removed by Dr. Perlmutter, who performed a radical robotic proctectomy at Hackensack Meridian Ocean Medical Center. “Requiring no additional therapy or treatment, Mr. Mueller’s outlook is extremely favorable and is back to living a healthy life,” added Dr. Perlmutter. “I am so grateful for the quick response of my physicians who assured me that surgery was necessary given the aggressive cancer diagnosis,” said Keith Mueller. “I received safe and comfortable care all during my stay at the hospital that took extra safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.” “Ocean Medical Center is committed to preventing the spread of COVID-19 and has taken the utmost precautionary measures to ensure the safety of our patients and team members,” said Jason Kreitner, FACHE, chief hospital executive. “As we prepare for a possible surge, we continue to provide personal protective equipment (PPE), adhere to universal masking and social distancing, sanitize rooms and surfaces using ultraviolet technology (UV), and provide routine temperature checks and PCR (polymerise chain reaction) to test patients for COVID-19 prior to surgical procedures and admissions.”
“Run Walk Ride LBI for #ArcOcean” Challenge Benefits COVID-19 Relief Campaign
By Alyssa Riccardi LONG BEACH ISLAND – Members of The Arc, Ocean County Chapter walked, ran or rode a total of 100 miles for a portion of their virtual “Run Walk Ride LBI for #ArcOcean” challenge. Participants are attempting to complete 18 miles in 21 days. All benefits of the challenge go towards The Arc, Ocean County Chapter COVID-19 Relief Campaign to install new touchless sinks at their six vocational programs. “We had 15 staff members volunteer to walk down in LBI on Friday and together we completed over 30 miles,” said Laura Williams, Executive Director. “We will keep walking until we reach our goal of $42,000.” To participate, sign up at RunSignUp. com and search #ArcOcean18Miles. If you would like to send a donation, it can be mailed to The Arc, Ocean County Chapter, 815 Cedar Bridge Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701. For more information, email development@arcocean.org or visit arcocean.org.
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Police Warn Of Economic-Impact Payment Scams
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Police Department is warning people that there are scammers looking to take advantage of people who desperately need the stimulus payment that’s part of the CARES Act. “Some of our community members are very vulnerable right now due to lost wages, unemployment, illness, or simply from the stress of it all,” police said. “We want you to be aware of scams that are going around and with the stimulus payments being released, unfortunately there will be scammers trying to take advantage of you.” The IRS will deposit your payment into the bank account listed on your tax return. Social Security will get their money the same way they get their monthly benefits, even if they didn’t file a return for 2018 or 2019. Important things to keep in mind: The IRS will not call you to determine if you are eligible for a check. • Do not give your banking information to strangers offering to help. • Do not open emails with phrases “stimulus check” or “stimulus payment.”
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Officials Call For E-Z Pass Discount Program
By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Noting that motorists just received a one-two punch from recent toll increases on both the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike and a sucker punch from a gas hike two weeks later, Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari called for an E-Z Pass discount. Vicari renewed his call for a discount for Ocean County drivers by sending a letter to the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, which oversees both highways, suggesting that E-Z Pass offer a discount to private vehicles that travel a minimum number of miles on either roadway. “Ocean County is home to more than 90,000 commuters who travel outside of the county to go to work. The vast majority of these men and women use the Garden State Parkway,� Vicari said in the letter to Authority Chairwoman Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti. “Ocean County also has more Parkway miles than any other county in the state.� On September 13 Parkway tolls increased by 27% while Turnpike tolls increased by 36%. Drivers on the Atlantic City Expressway saw a 37% hike. Vicari said, “hiking these tolls in the middle of a pandemic that has already devastated our economy is unacceptable. To make matters worse we are facing a 9 percent gas tax hike set to take effect on October 1.� He contacted Governor Phil Murphy asking that he suspend the gas tax increase. Vicari said the rising travel costs are especially
unfair in Ocean County, where commuters are forced to rely on their own vehicles to travel to work. “Our commuters don’t have a choice,� he said. “Ocean County doesn’t benefit from the same extensive bus and train public transportation networks that blanket the northern counties. Our residents have to pay these rising toll and gasoline costs if they want to provide for their families,� Vicari said. Vicari pointed to federal census statistics that show more than 82% of local commuters use their own private vehicle. Only 2% rely on public transportation. He added the E-Z Pass discount would apply only to private, noncommercial vehicles that travel at least a minimum distance on the toll roads. “We’re focusing on the commuters who pay out of their pocket every day to support their families. Commercial vehicles and vehicles that use the toll roads only occasionally would not qualify for the discount,� Vicari added. The discount amount and details about how many miles would need to be traveled before it takes effect could be worked out by the Turnpike Authority, according to Vicari. “The important thing right now is for the Authority to take this under serious consideration so people will know efforts are being made to help. People are struggling,� he said. It was noted that a similar frequent user discount is already in place on the Atlantic City Expressway, which is operated by the South Jersey Transportation Authority, not the New Jersey Turnpike Authority.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Seaside Man Pleads Guilty In Stabbing Death
By Chris Lundy MANCHESTER – A man who stabbed another over a drug deal has pleaded guilt y to Aggravated Manslaughter, according to police. John T. Mullen Jr., 51, of Seaside Heights, is facing a possibility of 30 years in prison at his sentencing on Nov. 30. The charge stems from the death of Thomas J. Applegate, 34, of Manchester, who was found dead in the driveway of Surf and Stream Campground on October 20, 2019. What followed was a joint investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Manchester Police Department, and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer commended the work of Supervising Assistant Prosecutor Michael Abatemarco and Assistant Prosecutor
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE COVID-19 Violations Could Come At A Price
By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – Contributing to the spreading of the coronavirus by ignoring the guidelines set down by Governor Phil Murphy may come at a price - not only ill health but possibly fines as well. Residents of the Garden State are being urged to report those individuals or businesses that are not complying with the governor’s executive orders aimed at reducing the spread of the health crisis. More than 34,300 cases of executive-order violations have been reported to the state since the end of March. The reports come in through a form available on a COVID-19 information hub website. The form stresses that the executive orders are not voluntary and that violations can be reported anonymously even though it would make investigation of the incident more difficult to conduct. It asks for the person making the complaint to provide their e-mail address, area code, phone number and to provide what the name of the business, organization or entity is violating the executive order. Concerning business violations, complaints were broken down to whether a business was not practicing social distancing requirements, not allowing remote work of employees when it is possible, holding indoor gatherings of more than 25 people
or more than 25% of the capacity of the rooms, or hosting an outdoor gathering of more than 500 people. There is an area where someone making a complaint can describe the violation. Due to a large volume of calls, the initial idea of having a phone number was replaced with the creation of an automated form, according to Jared Maples, director of the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness. The complaint forms are organized each week by county which are then sent to New Jersey State Police and the Attorney General’s Office where it is then disseminated to the appropriate county prosecutor’s office for review and possible law enforcement action according to the Attorney General’s office. State Police Superintendent Col. Patrick Callahan said in most cases the violations are handled by the police departments where they took place. He advised residents not to take matters into their own hands during the health crisis should they observe a violation. “Just leave it up to law enforcement, whether that’s with this form or if it is more egregious, with a call to 9-1-1,” Callahan said. Those who observe a violation in New Jersey and wish to report it can fill out the form by visiting covid19.nj.gov/forms/violation
Downtown Toms River To Host Annual Scarecrow Walk
By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – The Scarecrow Walk is back for its fifth year, decorating the streets of Downtown Toms River with the most festive scarecrows. The scarecrows will be on display from October 13 through October 31 and you can either participate or vote for your favorite scarecrow. If you’re planning on entering the contest, it’s time to start building your best scarecrow. The contest is open to all ages and there is no entry fee. Registration is required and must be received by October 9. You can register by visiting downtowntomsriver.com/scarecrow-walk. There will be two chances to win: The traditional People’s Choice where the public votes on their favorite scarecrow; The Judge’s Choice where special judges will be voting in three different categories: Business, Individual/Family and Community Group. Your scarecrow
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Are B Vitamins Useful For Treating Acne By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Consuming a healthy diet is getting more difficult for everyone lately. So taking supplements to fill in the nutritional gap is a good idea. Today, my focus is on B vitamins because those formulas are very useful to people, not only for energy, but also to control nerve pain and to help beautify the hair, skin and nails. Most of you associate biotin as the beauty B vitamin, and that is true, however it’s not alone in its ability to support attractiveness. We know that a vitamin B12 deficiency can cause anemia, and therefore also lead to hair loss, pale skin and brittle nails. If you have bluish-black or dark-colored streaks on your fingernails, it might be a sign of B12 deficiency. A deficiency in natural folate can also change the color of your nails and make them rigid and crack. Vitamin B5 reduces sebum oil production. Biotin is made by you, you know. It’s manufactured by the probiotics in your gut. A little-known fact is that B12 will not work without enough bioti n i n you r body. Most people don’t know that. So if you want to make more of your own B vitamins, you could start by thinking about gut health, dietary changes and/or a good probiotic. In as little as 3 months, you could see changes in your looks, maybe even sooner. But are B vitamins useful for treating acne? Yes, if you take them in biologically active for ms and you
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NEW JERSEY - Each year, the month of October is dedicated to highlighting the importance of breast cancer awareness, education and research. According to the American Cancer Society, brea st ca nce r is t he most com mon cancer diagnosed among US women and is the second leadi ng cause of death among women after lung cancer. While researchers continue to make advancements in cancer detection and t reat ment for breast cancer, one of the best ways to tackle the disease is through early detection and screening with mammography. Breast cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the breast tissue. When cancer arises in breast tissue and spreads outside the breast, cancer cells are often found in the lymph nodes near the armpit. If the cancer has reached these nodes, it may mean that cancer cells have spread to other parts of the body. There are several risk factors associated with breast cancer. As with many ot he r d ise a se s , r isk of developi ng brea st ca ncer i ncrea ses a s you get older. You may be at high risk if you have a mother or sister who developed brea st or ova r ia n ca nce r or if you have multiple family members who developed breast, ovarian or prostate
ca ncer. Tal k w it h you r healt h ca re team for more information about your personal risk of breast cancer. Pay attention to breast cancer war ning signs. Early disease usually does not cause pain. As the cancer grows, s y m p t o m s m ay i n clu d e a lu m p o r thickening in or near the breast or in the underarm area, change in the size or shape of the breast, or tender ness. Other symptoms include nipple discharge or the nipple pulled back into the breast, or a change in the way the skin of the breast, areola, or nipple looks or feels (war m, swollen, red, or scaly). The most effective screening tool for breast cancer is a mammogram. This method of screening can detect breast cancer before there are any signs or symptoms. According to the American Cancer Societ y, it is recom mended that women ages 45 to 54 at average r i s k fo r d e velo pi n g b r e a s t c a n c e r should have a mammogram annually. Talk to your health care provider about what screening frequency and at what age to begin is appropriate for you. Take charge of your breast health. Get screened. Remind someone you love to get screened. Lear n more at rwjbh. org/mammo.
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BLOODY SPOT IN THE EYE
It can be quite disconcerting to look in the mirror and discover that you have a spot of blood under the transparent membrane (conjunctiva) that covers the surface of your eye. Called a “subconjunctival hemorrhage,” the condition can occur without you knowing it, following a forceful cough, sneeze, or straining effort. The conjunctiva contains tiny blood vessels that can break (or leak) after sudden increases in pressure. In these cases, the redness usually clears up within a week or two as the blood is reabsorbed. However, if pain or any change in vision is experienced, the ophthalmologist should be consulted. Subconjunctival hemorrhaging is also related to “diabetic retinopathy,” which should not be allowed to go untreated. Despite its bloody appearance, a subconjunctival hemorrhage should cause no change in your vision, no discharge from your eye, and no pain. Your only discomfort may be a scratchy feeling on the surface of your eye. SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES is dedicated to providing a full spectrum of high-quality personalized eye care. To schedule an appointment, please call our office at 732-349-5622. Our doctors take the time to listen to and answer your questions so that you can make the best choices to fit your unique needs and lifestyle.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE United Way Reports Status of COVID-19 Recovery Fund
By Bob Vosseller WALL – A COVID-19 Recovery Fund was created by United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties (UWMOC) in April to address the unmet needs of people and organizations economically impacted by the health crisis. The UWMOC reported that due to generous donations from individuals, corporations and virtual fundraisers, United Way has distributed $70,000 to its partner organizations to aid in the recovery of area communities from the pandemic. The first $20,000 in donations to the UWMOC COVID-19 Recovery Fund were graciously matched dollar for dollar by the Grunin Foundation and New Jersey Natural Gas. President and CEO of United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties Lori-Anne McLane said, “United Way’s strength lies in our ability to convene resources and bridge gaps for our partner organizations and the individuals they serve who will desperately need this help.” “So many people have been economically impacted by this crisis, and it’s hitting our low- to middle-income residents the hardest. We are working to ensure that our community has the support it needs as we move through the pandemic together, and these grants are the first step in that process. After the disaster ends, United Way is there for the long road ahead,” she added. A competitive mini-grant process was opened to United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties’ current partners, through which a total of 11 organizations were chosen to receive funds. The first phase of grants totaling $45,000 for nine nonprofits will enable some to safely reopen, and also help approximately 475 individuals who have been financially impacted by COVID-19 with their basic needs. The recipients of the first phase of grants of $5,000 each are as follows: Affordable Housing Alliance, Mental Health Association of Monmouth County, Monmouth Day Care Center, O.C.E.A.N. Inc., Ocean County YMCA, Social Community Activities Network (SCAN), St. Francis Community Center, Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey, and YMCA of Greater Monmouth County. Monmouth Day Care Center (MDCC) in Red Bank is one of the organizations awarded a NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE
grant for crucial items in order to reopen in compliance with New Jersey’s COVID-19 standards. “A top priority at MDCC has always been the safety of our children, their families and our staff,” stated Heidi Zaentz, Executive Director of Monmouth Day Care Center. Zaentz added, “during this pandemic it has become even more important, and UWMOC’s support made it possible for us to purchase much-needed supplies, including safety shields, PPE, disinfectants, and toys for individual children to use to avoid cross-contamination. We thank United Way for helping MDCC keep our families safe.” A second phase of grants totaling $25,000 will be distributed to the Toms River Regional School District and NJ 2-1-1. Funding for the Toms River Regional School District in the amount of $5,000 will provide critical extended-day educational services and interventions to Cedar Grove Elementary School’s most atrisk and economically-disadvantaged students. Such students are experiencing a regression due to the limitations of an exclusively virtual learning environment implemented as a result of the COVID-19 virus. UWMOC is supporting the efforts of NJ 2-11, a health and human services hotline with critical resources for all residents of New Jersey, particularly those affected by COVID-19. A grant of $20,000 for NJ 2-1-1 will help expand their staff and resources to handle the increased call volume, which has more than doubled since the start of the pandemic. To date, NJ 2-1-1 has assisted over 16,000 Monmouth and Ocean County residents with immediate needs during this crisis. Along with the establishment of the UWMOC COVID-19 Recovery Fund, United Way has responded to the crisis by mobilizing its Financial Success Center Network to continue to provide important services such as connections to vital resources, budgeting, and money management through virtual and phone-based assistance. Monmouth and Ocean County residents can make an appointment by emailing info@uwfinancialsuccess.org or calling 732-414-6745 and leaving a message with their contact information. For more information about the work of United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, visit uwmoc.org.
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Stay Safe This Halloween With These Important Safety Tips
By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Police Department has released a list of Halloween safety tips for residents this year. On September 29, Mayor Maurice B. Hill and Police Chief Mitch Little announced that trick-or-treating will take
place on October 31 from 2 to 8 p.m. Despite the coronavirus pandemic, Governor Phil Murphy had revealed earlier in the month that trick-or-treating will remain ongoing this year. Police are asking anyone who plans to participate in trick-or-treating to wear
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE BlueClaws Contest Tied To Upcoming Announcement LAKEWOOD - The BlueClaws will make a major franchise announcement on Wednesday, October 21 and have launched a program through which four lucky fans will earn admission to the VIP event in Asbury Park and one grand prize winner will earn a special package headlined by 2021 BlueClaws season tickets. The announcement will take place at an invitation-only event at the historic Convention Hall in Asbury Park on October 21st at 5:30 pm. “We are very excited to share the news, something that has been in the works for some time,” said BlueClaws Team President Joe Ricciutti. “But we promise, it’s an announcement that everyone around the Shore can get behind!”
Only online entries will be accepted. There is no cost to enter, and entries close on Wednesday, October 14. Four winners will be selected, and each of the four will win tickets (for child and parent) to the October 21 event at Convention Hall. The four winners will be introduced to the crowd and one will win a grand prize that includes 2021 BlueClaws season tickets, tickets to all public in-stadium events in 2021, a BlueClaws jersey with their name on the back, and a ceremonial fi rst pitch on Opening Night 2021 (date TBA). Each will also actively participate in the event. Winners will be contacted on October 15. “The four winners will forever be a part of BlueClaws history,” said Ricciutti. “We can’t wait to welcome them on October 21.”
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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq.and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates People put their elderly parent or grandparent in a nursing home so that they can be safely taken care of, so that someone can properly look after them in their old age. No one expects that these nursing home residents should get anything less than the proper care and respect that they deser ve, but with the horrifying rise in nursing care abuse, this is not always the case. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse in the United States, more than 30 percent of all nursing homes in America indulge in some form of resident abuse. Statistics show that nearly 50 percent of all nursing homes are short staffed. The staff people who do work in these facilities are underpaid, overworked, and all too often overburdened, which in turn leads to elder neglect and abuse. Even more alarming is the prediction that the problem will only worsen in the near future. More than 91% of nursing homes lack adequate staff to properly care for patients. A Health and Human Services Department report found patients in understaffed nursing homes were more likely to suffer from a variety of problems, such as bed sores, malnutrition, weight loss, dehydration, pneumonia, and serious blood born infections. It’s a serious concern that will only increase with time, given that the population of people aged 85 or older is expected to double to 8.9 million by the year 2030.
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Signs of abuse and neglect may be (but a re not li m ited to) evidence such as patterns of bruising, unexplai ned i nju r ies, frequent infections, bedsores, questionable hygiene, appearance of malnutrition, emotional distress, and unsanitary living conditions. Document any such evidence you observe, and bring it to the attention of your attorney. Neglect can be just as harmful in the long run as abuse, leading to additional health problems and possibly death. Nursing home abuse isn’t limited to physical abuse; there can also be emotional, verbal, and psychological abuse, where an elder is demeaned or humiliated in other ways. Many elders needlessly suffer from nursing home abuse in which they are manipulated, humiliated, or physically harmed by the very people entrusted with providing them with loving and tender care. Instances of physical, sexual and verbal abuse have taken place at the very nursing homes where elders are actually supposed to be well taken care of; unfortunately, cases of nursing home abuse in America and also in New Jersey are rising rather than falling. If you think a loved one is the victim of Nursing Home Abuse call the trial attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates for a free consultation to discuss their rights.
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New COVID-19 Child Care Tuition Assistance Program Is Open For Applications
OCEAN COUNTY – New Jersey Human Services Commissioner Carole Johnson announced that applications are now open for the new COVID-19 child care tuition assistance program the Murphy Administration has created to help families with child care costs as schools open remotely. The $150 million program will provide child care tuition assistance to New Jersey families with incomes up to $75,000 that are in need of either full or part-time child care due to their child’s remote learning schedule. Families can apply for this assistance by completing the online application at ChildCareNJ.gov. Those applying will need proof of income and a notice or announcement from their child’s school of a remote learning schedule. “The Murphy Administration is committed to helping working families during this
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