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─Photo courtesy Joan Osborne Local residents volunteered to plant trees as part of the Roots For Rivers Community Tree Planting Event at Winston Park. By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – Local residents planted over 700 trees across Winston Park at the Roots For Rivers Community Tree Planting Event. The Howell Environmental Commission created the event after receiving a grant that was awarded earlier in the year from Sustainable Jersey and the

Nature Conservancy. The grant program is designed to fund the planting of 100,000 trees in New Jersey. “We had to identify a township owned property that was alongside a river or a stream that needed reforestation,” Environmental Commission’s Chairperson Joan Osborne stated. “With the help of the

other commissioners we identif ied a few parcels and then after assistance of Jim Herrmann (the township engineer at the time), we settled on Winston Park. The park previously had a baseball field, but because of chronically wet conditions, had become unusable. The planting of trees in the park will

help with drainage issues and provide a good riparian buffer to protect the water quality of the Toad Creek.” Osbor ne also explained how important it is to plant trees through the community since an increase in development has led to many trees being removed. (Trees - See Page 2)

Lakewood BlueClaws Unveil New Name: “Jersey Shore BlueClaws”

By Alyssa Riccardi J ER SEY SHOR E – The BlueClaws announced that the team will be officially rebranding and changing their name to the “Jersey Shore BlueClaws.” The re-branding included a new set of logos, on-field caps,

and an all-new Jersey Shore BlueClaws home white jersey. “This is truly a banner day for the BlueClaws and the Jersey Shore,” said Art Matin, managing partner of Shore Town Baseball, the partnership that operates the BlueClaws.

“Shore Town Baseball has added a mini golf c ou r s e , b o a r d wa l k game area, and biergarten to FirstEnergy Park over the last several seasons to help bring the ‘shore feeling’ to the ballpark. The Jersey Shore BlueClaws is the natural next step.

We couldn’t be more excited.” BlueClaws team president Joe Ricciutti stated “The Jersey Shore is an amazing place to work and to raise a family. The BlueClaws are proud to play a role in the fabric of the shore’s vibrant community. We

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can’t wait for opening night.” After the new name was revealed, banners were displayed on the side of Asbury Park’s historic Convention Hall showing the team’s new logos. “Seeing these new (Unveil - See Page 10)

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – Mayor Theresa Berger and Councilman John Bonevich are seeking an investigation on the application for a proposed solid waste transfer station. Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal has been asked to stop all actions by freeholders until a full investigation is done. In a detailed letter, Berger and Bonevich explained the overwhelming impact the solid waste transfer station (known locally as “the dump”) could have on Howell residents. The dump may also affect traﬃc problems, increase noise and smog in the largely residential part of town, and have vehicles idling and emitting pollution. Around 1,200 to 1,500 tons of bulky waste, like appliances and furniture, as well as construction and demolition debris could be accepted by the proposed transfer station. (Dump - See Page 2)

Township Becomes Stigma-Free Community

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – Howell Township oﬃcially joins Monmouth County’s Stigma-Free Communities initiative following the township council’s passing of “Howell Township’s Stigma-Free Community” resolution at a recent Township Council meeting. The Monmouth County Stigma-Free Initiative’s purpose is to lessen the negative beliefs related with mental illness and substance use disorders. These stigma-free communities work to raise awareness of mental illness and substance use disorders. They want residents to feel supported within their community, hoping it will encourage people to seek treatment without any fear of judgement. The Monmouth County Stigma-Free (Stigma - See Page 4)

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Continued From Page 1 “The fact that the grant would pay for the trees and the tree protection materials was a great opportunity to do something to increase the amount of forested land in the Township,” Osborne said. “The tree protection will protect the saplings from deer and other local wildlife so they can grow. Additional protection for the trees is being provided through the Township Shade Tree Commission which paid for a fence around the site of the new trees and shrubs. The trees selected are all native to New Jersey.” The Commision created the tree planting event and sought out volunteers since the grant does not fund any labor to plant the trees. The event was originally planned to be held on Earth Day but due to COVID-19, it was postponed and eventually resched-

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Continued From Page 1 Such material would be processed in a 25,000-square-foot building that would be built on site along with an 8,000 square foot maintenance garage. Many documents relating to the waste transfer station that include a traffic study and “in need” study concerning the need for the facility have been asked by Berger to be released to the public for months, yet she said the county has refused to release any type of documents. “The Freeholders are intentionally hiding information about this dump project. I have no choice but to seek the assistance of the Attorney General to compel the release of what should be public information,” Berger said. Bonevich added, “They don’t care what the Township wants, they don’t care about the law, they just want to build the dump so Claire French and her family can make a bunch of money.” The developer of the site, Resource Engineering, recently filed a lawsuit blaming Berger and her opposition for delaying the project. The developers are also claiming that Republican officials in Howell have signed off on the application. The lawsuit is seeking to have a court compel the Freeholders’ approval of the dump. Berger and Bonevich have proposed in their letter that “political influence might be at play” since the principles of Resource Engineering are family members of the former Republican County Clerk Claire French. “My opposition is not driven by politics but by the best interests of the residents of Howell. I will use every resource at my disposal to ensure that this project is stopped, including our request for assistance from the chief law enforcement officer in the state,” Berger said. The Monmouth County Freeholders have yet to comment on Berger’s demands for this story, however fellow Howell officials have stated their opinion about the dump. Democratic candidate Andre de Garmeaux recently stated how Republican candidate and Deputy Mayor Evelyn O’Donnell was a member of the council in March 2017 when the governing body signed off on a private company’s plan to build a solid waste transfer station on Randolph Road. After the proposal in 2017, Howell officials

uled. Once they got approval of the new date, the township Department of Public Works Supervisor Paul Novello organized the fencing on short notice and helped with all other aspects of the project. Over 150 volunteers of all ages came out to help and support the tree planting. Mayor Theresa Berger, Councilman John Bonevich and Andrew de Garmeaux attended the tree planting and showed their support to the community. “The best part of the project was the great response from the community,” Osborne said. “We have school officials, teachers, scout troops, families, business groups, friends of the members of the Environmental Commission, Shade Tree Committee members and folks from the Winston Park neighborhood coming out to help. Community service certifications are being provided for those who need it for scouting or school purposes.” later changed their position regarding the solid waste transfer station and was awaiting action by the Monmouth County freeholders. de Garmeaux followed up his opinion by saying that Howell officials must do everything they can to stop the solid waste transfer station from being constructed in Howell. Deputy Mayor Evelyn O’Donnell responded “The “Dump” as it is being referred to has never and was never and will never come to the Howell Township Council for a vote. I, nor any Council member EVER approved that project as he alleged. Howell Township does not get a vote!” O’Donnell stated in an interview how the previous township manager mailed a letter to the County without the Council ever seeing it or approving the letter. “As errors are sometimes made that letter became the genesis for the Democratic mantra today,” O’Donnell said. “Stopping that transfer station project has always been a common goal by all. However the Democrats need to continue the blame game and when the political flyers come in the mail and Mayor Berger touts she stopped “The Dump” that is simply a lie.” Republican Councilwoman Pamela Richmond posted a video on YouTube soon after Berger’s statement regarding the solid waste transfer station. In her video, she is driving through the existing recycling center, aka “dump” and states how the debris is already here in the recycling center. “All of these mountains and mountains of dirt and mulch, it’s already here in Howell,” Richmond said in her video. “It’s already here. This is what the Democrats are trying to get you fooled about.” According to documents on file with the county, the new facility will expand materials taken into the dumpsite to include concrete, home improvement debris, commercial construction debris, expanding the business and therefore increasing the volume of traffic. Recently, the owners of the existing recycling center have filed a lawsuit in Superior Court about the transfer station. The lawsuit was filed by the developer of the dump, Resource Engineering, and blames Berger and her opposition for the stalled project and claims that Republican officials in Howell signed off on the application. The lawsuit seeks to have a court compel the Freeholders’ approval of the dump.

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Continued From Page 1 Initiative offers an online toolkit that gives information on what it means to be stigma-free at individual and community levels. The online toolkit also gives stigma-free talking points, information on Mental Health First Aid training, and holds a list of stigma-free language to avoid creating

negative perceptions of mental illness and substance use disorders, such as person-first language. You Can view the toolkit at stigmafree-monmouth.org. “Howell is proud to join the ranks of other dedicated municipalities who have committed to being stigma-free,” says Howell Township Municipal Alliance Coordinator Christa Riddle, who has participated in the Monmouth County’s Stigma-Free Zone

planning committee since its inception in 2018. “The Stigma-Free Initiative helps the Howell Alliance fulfill our mission to collaborate with community stakeholders to prevent substance abuse and other at-risk behaviors, mental health crises, and substance use/mental health disorder stigmas through awareness, resources, and education.” The Howell Alliance will be hosting a

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Youth Mental Health First Aid certification training on November 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Howell Township Municipal Building, 4567 Route 9 North, 2nd floor. The training will help reduce any stigmas surrounding mental health and substance use disorders so affected people can feel comfortable asking for assistance and resources. Face coverings are required to enter the building. Social distancing will be enforced during the training and participants must bring their own refreshments for the day. It is $30 to register. The usual 30-participant limit has been capped at 12 due to social distancing, so registration will fill to capacity quickly. For more information on the Howell Alliance and its comprehensive, collaborative community substance abuse prevention and mental health awareness initiatives, visit twp.howell.nj.us/169/Municipal-Alliance.

Fulfill Hosts Mobile Pantry In Monmouth County

FREEHOLD – Neighborhood Connections To Health, in partnership with Fulfill, will being having a mobile pantry. The pantry will be available the second Wednesday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Freehold Family Health Center Parking Lot, 597 Park Avenue, Freehold, and also the fourth Friday of each month from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the St. Rose Of Lima Parking Lot, 16 Mclean Street, Freehold. This mobile pantry will not allow you to select items; there will only be prepackaged bags available. One bag per family will be permitted. In accordance with the CDC and local health department guidelines and for the health and safety of the community, the following requirements will be put into effect: • All volunteers and participants must abide by the social distancing recommendations. • This means, at least six feet should be placed between you and anyone not in your immediate family. • Large crowds are not allowed. To avoid this, no one will be permitted to stay in the parking lot earlier than 1:30 p.m. • If you are in a high-risk category (elderly or with a pre-existing condition) please stay home. • If you or someone in your home is sick, please stay home. • If at all possible, please leave children and/or additional family members at home. If you have any questions, call Carly Trill at 908-692-7338 (English) or Karen Ubeda at 732-547-7274 (Spanish). Government 0ﬃcials... Have news that you would like the community to be involved with? Let everyone know by placing a news release in this paper! Send it to news@jerseyshoreonline. com.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER OCC Costing Us Money, Without Re-Opening After waiting patiently for 6 months, during which time Ocean County College was completely shut to the outside while its non-faculty staff of 450 remained fully compensated, OCC released its “restart plan” commencing September 8, which reads like a lockdown with no end in sight. In addition to routine masks, spacing and sanitizers, it includes a 2-page “medical screening questionnaire,” “all clears,” “approvals,” “appointments,” and thermostats. Even so, most of the student body remains confined to “virtual” instruction away from the campus. Of particular interest to myself and others is that the library is closed until such time as the state enters Stage 3 - which may never occur after which it can be visited by “appointment” only. That stage is meant to relax capacity limitations for locations that are already open. Even though there is a technology lab in the library - which also serves as a career resource center for those needing to file for unemployment benefits or seeking a job - and an abundance of terminals, OCC is distributing “loaner laptops.” Meanwhile, the library staff are being fully compensated to remain on stand-by. On July 2, the state allowed libraries to open. On July 6, the Ocean County Library System (OCLS) opened with minor precautions - masks and distancing. At that same time, the state said “institu-

tions of higher learning may resume all in-person instruction in accordance with safety instructions.” Even gyms are open, accommodating 600 members per day at LA Fitness. OCC runs almost entirely on taxpayers assistance - from federal tuition tax credits to Pell grants to CARES Act funds to county assistance of $16 million/year and a cascade of state money. Further, in the last dozen years, about $140 million in new construction was paid by county and state taxpayers, most bonded, all without a vote. So if the “unwelcome” sign is out, of what value is the college to the residents of the county? Sad to report, but OCC has received no recognition or awards on a national level such as the 2021 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. In fact, OCC was not even one of the top 10 finalists. It is not a research institution. Nor is there a bid in the residential real estate market as a result of OCC - homebuyers don’t pay a premium to reside here for that reason. President Larson is the highest paid civil servant in the county, with total compensation last reported in excess of $300k/year. At the same time, OCC relies almost entirely on part-time “adjunct” faculty. In view of the above, perhaps there should be a reallocation of resources. C. Crowley Toms River

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Letters To The Editor Wonderful Innocence Of Children I wanted to share a story that I experienced that just warms my heart and so many others when I posted it on Facebook. I decided to become a substitute aide for the Howell school district to help when they need it. On my second day (October 13), I was helping out in a class of first graders this week. One of the boys came up to asked me to help with his zipper to get ready to go home and asked me why my skin is brown. I told him it’s because I am Indian and we have brown skin. He said oh and said that I was pretty. All I wanted to do is give this kid a hug 1000x over but told him I would give him a virtual hug for now and when we can take off the mask and I promised him a real hug. This kid warmed my heart by asking a simple unfiltered question about race just out of curiosity. With all the stuff going on this world today, I just to wanted to share this sweet story. S.N. Howell

Election Not A Popularity Contest Without exception, every person I know who is opposed to Donald Trump’s reelection “doesn’t like him” simply because, well...because they “don’t like him.” Accomplish ments be damned, promises kept be damned. They don’t like his hair. They don’t like his common man demeanor. For good measure, they even throw in hatred of his completely innocent son Barron. Others are jealously offended by the exquisite beauty of his wife Melania. With Trump haters there is little, [if any], attention given to the fact that within weeks of his inauguration, labor union out-of-work lists cleared out, (I know because I am a 45 year-long proud member of

one), unemployment numbers dropped and the general health of the nation turned in a positive direction simply because people and industry were feeling better about the direction, this new optimist in oﬃce, was steering the ship of state in a direction away from the rocks and shoals the previous captain assured us was where we were dead-headed because, in his words, “those jobs are “gone forever” and would “never come back.” Those negative words, from that rabidly anti Second Amendment Democrat president, were as accurate as “if you like your doctor, you can keep your doctor.” Yet the people who hate Trump cried, and still cry, that our Constitution prohibited him from remaining in oﬃce for more than two consecutive terms. Go figure! This election is not some kind of rock star popularity contest that we the electorate are called upon to judge every four years. Yet it seems that the fate of our nation is hanging by the dangerous thread that perception allows, and that alarming reality brings to the forefront a great inconsistency of opinion which existed between two of our greatest founding fathers, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams. Jefferson championed the “People” as the best place to entrust the continuance of liberty. Adams vigorously disagreed. On Election Day November 3rd will you make your decision based on the cut of a man’s hair? Will you even vote? American Revolution patriots, imprisoned on British prison ships, were ravaged with smallpox. They learned the right time to scrape pox sores from an infected individual in order to inoculate each other in their only hope of escaping death from the disease. Starvation and exposure accounted for the demise of others. But, there was another remedy. Every morning they were offered their freedom, granted immediately, by simply denouncing the American cause and swearing allegiance to King George. Not one man capitulated. Some of

those 11,500 casualties are entombed at a monument at Brooklyn’s Fort Green Park. Hopefully, the criminals who have shamelessly been allowed to ravage our greatest, [Democrat controlled] cities won’t see this letter and target that monument as they have others throughout our nation these past five months. Ironically, the prison ship most associated with this atrocious behavior by the British was named the HMS “Jersey.” New Jersey is often referred to as “The Crossroads of the American Revolution.” The legacy of their sacrifice, and what many believe is the cornerstone of our Constitution, i.e the Second Amendment, desperately need Donald J. Trump to remain in oﬃce. Lawrence J. Braico Manchester

Why I’m Voting For Biden In a 9/19/2020 letter to the editor, the writer stated why he is voting for Donald Trump. I appreciate his candor and absolutely applaud his right to speak his mind. Here’s what I am voting for, in casting my vote for Joe Biden. The writer is voting for law and order. I am voting for that too. Pardoning a murderer like Clint Lorance (which undermines military discipline and morale, and subverts military justice) doesn’t fit into that description, as I see it. Neither does pardoning your well-heeled cronies. Neither does violating the emoluments clause of the Constitution, neither does violating the Hatch Act. Neither does soliciting foreign interference in the 2020 U.S. presidential election to help win re-election. I am voting for the right to speak my opinion, like the letter writer. When I attend, peacefully, a peaceful rally, I don’t want to be spit on, shot at or run over by a car driven by someone who disagrees with me. I don’t expect my constitutional rights of free speech to be trampled by (when I’m being peaceful) being forcibly removed by unidentified oﬃcers

Letters To Th in an unmarked vehicle. In my book, hate is not a family value. Our president however loves promoting violence. Where is this country going to be in ten years if this attitude is accepted today? I am voting for a return to civility and decency. I am voting for protection of vulnerable populations. Because of President Trump’s deplorable behavior towards women (which tells boys and young men such behavior is okay), violence against women, for example, has nearly doubled in recent years. That means every woman is less safe these days, including your wife, your mother, your daughters and granddaughters if you have them. I too am voting for the American Dream – for ALL people whatever your color, faith or economic status, not just for well-heeled fair skinned people of Judeo-Christian faith. Displaying a U.S. flag (or - worse - hugging one!) is a meaningless sham if you don’t protect all the people who live under it, whether that be from coronavirus, hunger, unemployment or climate change. I am voting for integrity – not for a president who mocks every man and woman serving in the military by calling them losers and suckers. I am voting to protect Social Security for the thousands of disabled, widowed and seniors who depend on it for survival. I am voting for the future of my country. By undermining confidence in the election and the integrity of mail-in ballots, by refusing to say that he will accept the election results if he loses, by hedging on whether he will accept a peaceful transfer of power, Donald Trump is setting the scene for dictatorship. He admires dictators like Kim Jong-un and has said “I think it’s great. Maybe we’ll have to give that a shot someday.” The people of Germany were duped in the 1930s by disinformation. Today we have all that, wrapped in glib lines and slick talk. Make no mistake about it, “those who forgot the past are doomed to repeat it.” We can do better. Pamela Quatse Manchester

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

County Busy With Fall Events, Theater Plans From The Desk Of The

Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone While I could say the last few weeks have been very busy, the truth of the matter is that the County stays busy around the year with ongoing projects and initiatives. Earlier this month, I had the honor of joining Middletown Mayor Tony Perry and the Middletown Committee, as well as Congressman Chris Smith at a press conference hosted by Middletown to launch their Economic Relief Program to assist their small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Over the next few weeks, small businesses in Middletown will be able to apply for grants of up to

$15,000 to help cover losses due to the pandemic. I want to commend Mayor Perry and the Middletown Committee for launching this vital program which has been modeled after the Monmouth County CARES Act grant program. I am confident that Middletown will see the same success as the county has. Speaking of the Monmouth County CARES grant program, I want to remind our small business community that there is still Monmouth County CARES Act grant money available! Please visit monmouthcountycares. com for more information or to apply for the grant.

The application is relatively simple and all you need is your tax return to get started. To date, we have received more than 2,560 applications and dispersed more than $17 million. Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon, along with a commissioner from the Monmouth County Board of Elections, updated Monmouth County voters about the State-mandated General Election process and encouraged voters who have not yet received their mail-in ballot to contact the County Clerk’s Election Oﬃce as soon as possible. Additionally, last week I hosted a press conference alongside Deputy Director Sue Kiley and County Clerk Christine Hanlon to announce “The Show must go on in Monmouth,” a new initiative created to support the arts. Throughout this pandemic, the county has done every-

thing in our power to support our small businesses, including advocating for them to the State and created the Monmouth County CARES Economic Assistance Grant Program. Now, we want to do everything we can for our performing arts venues in Monmouth County. Through “The Show must go on in Monmouth” initiative, the 19 performing arts venues in Monmouth County are going to be able to submit for reimbursement for expenses related to expenses they have, or will incur in order to safely open their doors again to patrons. The county will be reaching out directly to every one of the performing arts venues to coordinate their submissions. The only thing I would ask these venues to do is to make a list, if they haven’t already, of everything that they anticipate they will need - or have

already bought - in order to ensure that they can safely reopen their doors and put on the show once again! Speaking of our arts community, last Thursday I attended Count Basie’s re-opening night at their new venue “The Vogel” with a perfor mance by Grace Potter. As stated before, our arts community has taken a big hit during the pandemic and it is important, now more than ever, to support them. I want to commend Count Basie for their efforts and success in complying with the social distancing and other COVID-19 safety guidelines. I am looking forward to many more shows in the future! On a separate note, last week I attended and participated in an event to announce that the Lakewood Blue Claws have changed their name to the Jersey Shore Blue Claws. We’ll

be rooting for the Jersey Shore’s home team once baseball returns! Sheriff Golden and I had the privilege to throw out the fi rst pitch at a game last year and we’re eager to see the team and fans return to the stadium soon. Lastly, I want to encourage residents to continue to support our restaurants and other small businesses as the colder weather continues to creep in. Fall is one of the best times to visit Monmouth County and our restaurants, downtowns and stores have a lot to offer to our residents and visitors long past the last warm beach day. Please continue to support our small businesses however you can! To find fun fall activities in Monmouth County, you can visit growninmonmouth.com. As always, it’s a privilege to serve as your freeholder.

Amendment Would Guarantee In-Person Voting For Future Capitol Comments Senator Robert W. Singer 30th Legislative District, Serving Howell

TR ENTON - Senator Rober t Singer and Assembly men Sea n Kea n and Edward Thomson are introducing an amendment to the state constitution that prevents changes to

future elections like those imposed this year. The 30th District lawmakers said they wanted to head off attempts to make permanent any changes to the voting process, such

as restricting in-person voting, that were mandated for this year’s elections. “The governor and the D e m o c r a t L e g i sl a t u r e have used this pandemic to dramatically change our elections and restrict our ability to vote in-person,” said Singer. “This legislation is the only way to ensure politicians don’t try to implement these changes for future elections or even attempt to make them

permanent.” Under executive orders by Gov. Phil Murphy and legislation approved by the legislature in August, November’s general election is being conducted primarily through mail-in ballots with limited in-person voting. Voters can either mail back the ballots or drop them at one of several drop boxes or hand deliver them. Only a limited num-

ber of polling places will be available on Election Day, and only disabled voters may cast a ballot on a voting machine. “This convoluted voteby-mail scheme has left many residents concerned about the integrity of the voting process and worried their vote won’t be counted,” said Kean. “This measure will make sure that ou r nor mal voting process cannot be tossed

aside at the whim of future governors.” The lawmakers said they plan to introduce this measure in the next few weeks and are hopeful it will be enacted soon. “We can’t allow these rad ical cha nges to be come per manent,” said Thomson. “Voting by mail should remain optional, and the option of voting in a polling place should never again be restricted.”

New Jersey Blood Services Urgently Looking For Blood Donations By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – Due to the coronavirus, the New Jersey Blood Services are low on blood supplies and are urgently asking individuals to donate blood. Blood products have a shelf life between five to 42 days, so it’s necessary to constantly replenish products. Every day, patients depend on the transfusion of red blood cells, platelets and plasma to stay alive and they rely on volunteers to donate blood.

To donate blood or for information, visit nybloodcenter.org or call 1-800-933-2566. Below is a list of blood drive dates and locations in Monmouth County: November 3, Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. November 4, Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. November 5, Most Holy Redeemer, 133 Amboy Road, Matawan from 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. November 5, Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route

9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. November 6, Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. November 7, St. Joseph’s Knights of Columbus, 54 Route 35 North, Keyport from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. November 10, Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. November 11, Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. November 11, Freehold Raceway Mall,

Freehold Raceway Mall, Freehold from 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. November 11, Knights of Columbus, 200 Fair Haven Rd., Fair Haven from 1 to 7 p.m. November 12, Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. November 13, Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. November 14, AOH/Knights of Columbus Middletown, 12 Route 36, Middletown from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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MONMOUTH COUNTY – Numbers of requests for information and research as well as door-side visits to the headquarters and branches of the Monmouth County Library continue to increase each month as residents take advantage of all the library offers in spite of the COVID pandemic. Monmouth County Library Commission Chairman Frank Wells commended Library Executive Director Judi Tolchin and the staff at headquarters and each of the library branches in Monmouth County for their successful creative efforts and work in offering a variety of options for library users who are unable to take advantage of the physical facilities during the COVID epidemic. “The library staff has gone above and beyond in being creative and continuing to provide optimum service for library users,” Wells said, in citing the increase in usage each month of library programs and virtual information. For instance, during September, the Library responded to 5,500 calls or in person requests for reference services, in addition to more than 400 chats on the library website. The 5,550 calls is an increase of more than 3,000 requests in July, and approximately 5,000 calls in August. The number of visits to pick up or return books at the door-side of closed libraries also increased since July, Wells continued, when there were approximately 2,200 July visits and nearly 3,400 door-side visits in September. “If there is any benefit coming out of the pandemic, which has meant adults and children have been confined to their homes more since March, people are realizing how much the

library has to offer,” the chairman continued, “and are taking advantage of programs and activities they did not know were available. It is commendable and a source of pride for the Library Commission to see how reactive and creative the staff has been in responding to these new needs.” Wells also commended the staff for the 72-hour quarantine that the Library has adopted as a safety measure based on studies in the REALM project (oclc.org/realm/home.html) Fines do not accrue during the quarantine but are temporarily reflected on patron records until items can be safely handled and discharged. In spite of the necessity to suspend all in person programming and meeting room usage in keeping with safety measures, the library offers a variety of virtual and live streaming programs as well as moderated virtual book discussion groups that have garnered considerable attention and usage by residents. “The library offers virtual programs on everything from history discussions to news on Medicare and even how to prepare vegetables harvested in autumn,” Wells said. He also praised the variety of virtual offerings for teens and young readers and cited the advantages of the Teen Book Review Society, which offers teens in grades 7 through 12 the opportunity to earn community service hour credits for reviewing books for other readers. “We are fortunate in Monmouth County to have such an outstanding staff who is not only willing but certainly able to meet every challenge that has been posed during this very difficult season.” Wells said. Persons wishing to know more about the programs offered by the library and how to access them can contact monmouthcountylib.org.

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POINT PLEASANT – The people and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease will be recognized and remembered in a Commemorative Candle Lighting Ceremony on November 5 at 6 p.m. at Riverfront Park Pavilion, 2302 River Road, Point Pleasant. The event is hosted by Senior Helpers of Manchester, Artis Senior Living of Brick, and Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey with the intent to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and its impact on the 24 million people over 65 with Alzheimer’s disease worldwide, 5.8 million in the U.S, and 190,000 in NJ and their families. November is National Alzheimer’s Month and National Family Caregivers Month “so we thought there was no better time to recognize these individuals and their caregivers,” stated Fran Pannella, Director of the Alzheimer’s Respite Program at Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey.

All are invited to the ceremony on November 5 at Riverfront Park Pavilion. The lighting of the candles will celebrate the lives of those lost to Alzheimer’s and dementia and honor those still living with it. During the ceremony, 65 seconds of silence will be observed to represent the fact that currently every 65 seconds someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Caregivers will be honored with a Blessing of the Hands in acknowledgement and appreciation for their love and commitment to the caregiver role. Family members and friends provided nearly $244 billion in unpaid care to people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias in 2019. This is an outdoor event with social distancing, rain or shine. A time for supportive conversation will follow the ceremony. Reservations are not required, but to help planning adequately, indicate your intention to attend by calling Linda Panarella at Senior Helpers, 732-657-3600 or at lpanarella@seniorhelpers.com

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Winter Parks And Programs Guide To Be Released

MONMOUTH COUNTY – This winter go on a Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt, discover Mommy & Me Yoga, and bundle up for an Evening Night Hike with the Monmouth County Park System. These are just some of the amazing programs offered by the Park System that will keep residents active throughout the season. Other offerings include Winter Beach Bonfi re, Snow Moon Cross-County Ski, and Whodunit? Mystery Writing. Check out the winter issue of the Park System’s Parks & Programs Guide for a complete listing of upcoming arts & crafts, nature, recreation and sports programs planned for December, January and February.

Copies of the winter issue of the Parks & Programs Guide will be available at most county parks and online (MonmouthCountyParks.com) beginning October 30. Registration starts at 8 a.m. on November 4. Registration will be available online 24/7; by phone by calling 732-842-4000, ext. 1, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; or by mail using the Registration Form found at the back of the Parks & Programs Guide. For more information about the Park System or to receive a copy of the Parks & Programs Guide, visit MonmouthCountyParks.com or call 732-842-4000, ext. 4312.

Howell Municipal Alliance To Host Mental Health Training

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Dear Joel, Recently my company transferred an employee from another department into mine, we’ll call her Sue. Sue is a very nice person, who is eager to learn new skills, but it has become clear that she is not the right person for the job. My co-workers and I have spent a great deal of time training Sue and answering all her questions, and yet she continually interrupts us with the same questions. It seems that no matter how often we review the process, or how many notes she takes, she just isn’t understanding. The job requires the ability to multi-task, think on your feet, and remain calm under pressure. Unfortunately, after a little more than three months, she can do none of it. My co-workers and I have spoken to our supervisor multiple times, but for whatever reason, management is determined to make it work. We don’t want her to be fired, we just think that her talents would be best used elsewhere. Joel, do you have any suggestions on how we can convince management to transfer her? Answer: This sounds like a diﬃcult situation, trying to get your work done while continuing to assist your new co-worker and get her up to speed. You mentioned that you and your co-workers have repeatedly spoken to your supervisor, but

it’s time to speak to higher level management. As a matter of fact, I think it’s time to speak to your Human Resources Director. It’s important to explain what is happening and more importantly, what is not happening in your department. Although you and your co-workers have spent hours training her, it sounds like Sue needs additional training which should be provided by a dedicated trainer or management. As frustrating as this situation is for you and your co-workers, try and put yourself in her shoes and be as patient as possible. If it’s feasible, sit down with her one-on-one and ask how she feels about her progress, if she’s happy working in your department, etc. I bet she would appreciate the gesture, and you may be surprised at her response. And don’t be afraid to suggest that she speak to Human Resources as well. 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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Continued From Page 1 logos adorn an iconic building like Convention Hall was the perfect kickoff for this exciting new time in the histories of the BlueClaws and the Jersey shore,” said Ricciutti. The idea to re-brand the team started to develop back in January when Brandiose’s Jason Klein and Casey White visited the Jersey shore. They took in the stories and history of the Jersey shore and wanted to use those ideas to revamp the team’s overall brand. “The BlueClaws have big plans for fans at the Jersey shore,” said Klein. “Our goal is to integrate Jersey shore folklore in the BlueClaws brand, and to create the most legendary entertainment experience in the region.” The new look consists of a blue crab surfing and boogie boarding with updated lettering inspired by lettering seen on Jersey shore boardwalks. The design team chose Phillies red, dark Atlantic blue, crab blue and golden yellow to make up the club’s new oﬃcial colors, wanting to have the colors be representative of the shore. The team now had four new logos that will be represented on their on-field caps and will be worn by the team beginning in 2021. The new logos includes: Surfing Crab, which will be the club’s home hat, a red cap with a red brim. Crab Emblem, the crab is navy blue with

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baseball seams and is on a baby-blue cap with a red brim. Boogie-Boarding Crab, this will be on the team’s batting practice hat, which is yellow with a navy blue brim. Sunglasses Mark, having a reflection of a roller coaster and ferris wheel on them. The sunglass logo will be on a yellow brim on a baby blue cap. “The BlueClaws have been a premier attraction and an asset to our Ocean County tourism industry for nearly 20 years. We are excited to see them expand their brand and continue their positive impact on our Jersey Shore community,” said Director Joseph H. Vicari, liaison to Ocean County Business Development and Tourism. “We’re looking forward to the BlueClaws becoming the home team for the Jersey Shore. As liaison to tourism, I know our visitors will enjoy the experience of rooting for them while vacationing in our area,” said Monmouth County Freeholder Director Tom Arnone. Along with the new name and logos, the BlueClaws also announced that they extended their ballpark lease for an additional 10 years, continuing to call the Township of Lakewood home through 2031. “The BlueClaws and Township of Lakewood have been fantastic partners over the last two decades and we look forward to continuing that relationship many years into the future,” said Matin. The new Jersey Shore BlueClaws merchandise is now available online at BlueClaws. com/Shop.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Advanced Skull Base Surgery Center Opens

By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – The Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center have just opened their new Center for Advanced Skull Base Surgery. The center provides treatment for adults and children with tumors and other abnormalities of the cranial base. It’s team of specially trained and experienced surgeons who will provide patients with personalized treatment plans, designed to preserve function, improve survival, and restore patients to their normal lifestyles as quickly and safely as possible. “The greatest challenge in skull base surgery is operating in an area with so many vitally important structures. The diseases we treat are often very close to critical nerves and blood vessels of the brain, head, neck or spinal cord. Traditionally, performing surgery in this area of the body was very high risk and involved long, complex operations. We are fortunate to have assembled a team of highly trained surgeons who can perform these surgeries in a much safer and delicate way with excellent outcomes,” said Pinakin R. Jethwa, M.D., FAANS,

dual-trained neurosurgeon and co-director of the Center for Advanced Skull Base Surgery. “We now have the expertise and technology to be able to approach various tumors and other pathology of the cranial base endoscopically, allowing for incredibly precise, minimally invasive surger y. Th rough these approaches, our patients are able to enjoy a much faster and easier recovery. There is also considerably less risk of damage to vital nearby structures,” said Josef Shargorodsky, M.D., MPH, rhinologist and co-director of the Center for Advanced Skull Base Surgery. The Center for Advanced Skull Base Surgery is part of The Neuroscience Institute at the academic medical center. The Center presents a catalog of neuroscience services for spine injuries, concussion, epilepsy, brain t umors, movement disorders, memory and more from residents in Monmouth and Ocean counties. For more information about the center, visit jerseyshoreuniversitymedicalcenter.com.

Girls On The Run Of Central NJ Hosts Free Virtual 5k Turkey Trot By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – The Girls on the Run of Central NJ (GOTRCNJ) have announced that their Turkey Trot 5k Race will be held virtually. The free 5K will take place between November 26 through the 29 and is open to the public. “If there is anything that 2020 has taught us, it is the importance and appreciation of family and friends,” said Donna York, executive director of the Central NJ Council. “Although we will miss our in-person celebratory 5k, a Thanksgiving run with our loved ones will be very special this year as we reflect on our blessings.” Although the event is free, in an effort to sustain the GOTRCNJ Scholarship

Fund, participants can donate $10 or an amount of their choice to GOTRCNJ during registration. All donations will be going to scholarships to make the program accessible to girls who can not participate otherwise. “Similar to many other non-profits, GOTRCNJ has been hit hard by the pandemic due to lack of in-person fundraising, and as such all donations are greatly appreciated,” said Ms. York. Participants will receive a printable bib and fi nisher’s certificate. To register, visit runsignup.com/gotrturkeytrot. For race questions, contact Donna York at 908642-4321 or by email at donna.york@ girlsontherun.org.

Jersey Shore Animal Center Presents Holiday Wreath Benefit

BRICK – Holiday wreaths recall the nostalgia for a simpler time, and make wonderful gifts! Their beauty, freshness, and true balsam scent is sure to please anyone on your holiday gift list. This year Jersey Shore Animal Center is selling fresh fi r wreaths, as well as centerpiece baskets, door/corner swag, and grave

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By Chris Lundy FREEHOLD – Madison Wells was just 16 when an ex-boyfriend took her life. In the hours before her murder, her ex texted or called her more than 230 times, police found. Wells had recently broken things off with Bryan Cordero-Castro, 22,

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of Long Branch. On September 8, 2018, the day of her murder, he went looking for her. She avoided him for a time, but ultimately she went outside to speak to him. A few minutes later, she stumbled back into her home with stab wounds in her chest.

Cordero-Castro was arrested at his cousin’s house two hours later. While he was being processed, he attempted to run out of the booking room but was quickly stopped. He pleaded guilty on November 22, 2019 to fi rst degree Aggravated Manslaughter

and third degree Attempted Escape. On October 23, he was sentenced to 35 years in prison. Subject to the “No Early Release Act,” he must serve at least 85 percent of the penalty before becoming eligible for parole. He also was served an additional 5 years in prison on the Escape charge.

New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation Virtual Veterans Day Ceremony NEW JERSEY – On November 11, join in for the virtual Veterans Day ceremony. This event will be broadcast live at 11 a.m. here: facebook. com//NJVVMF, and posted afterward on their website VVMF.org. The virtual ceremony will begin with a benediction by Joe Formola, chaplain of the New Jersey State Council of Vietnam Veterans of America, and will also include the national anthem, sung by Broadway performer Ali Gleason, and remarks from New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Adjutant General Jamal Beale. They want to ensure that the virtual event is as complete as possible, and a large component of the annual ceremony is the wreaths processional showing remembrance for the fallen heroes, stewardship within the community, and engagement with local veterans’ organizations.

County Sheriff Officers Train For Health Recertification

MONMOUTH COUNTY –The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office Officers are in training to recertify their EMT credentials through the RWJBarnabas Health training center. Recertification is required every three years and is a 48-hour program. Sheriff Golden and the MCSONJ thank our six Sheriff’s Officers for their dedication in continuing to provide emergency medical care to those in need.

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

Ginger Improves Memory And Reduces Pain

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Ginger is a something you’ve probably walked past a thousand times in the grocery store and passed up. It has some incredible medicinal benefits and offers people a natural approach to many ailments. Many women use ginger for morning sickness during pregnancy. Sometimes you see it crystallized with sugar to improve flavor. But today I’m talking about the fresh ginger root which you can buy in food markets. Known oﬃcially as Zingiber oﬃcinale, ginger contains many therapeutic compounds, all of which have well-documented medicinal actions in the body. In studies with people who ate dried ginger spice in their meals, 75 percent experienced relief from arthritic pain and swelling! Ginger contains dozens of compounds which have pharmacological activity. Sometimes you have to heat the ginger to see a specific compound. For example, zingerone is negligible in fresh ginger, however cooking it transforms the gingerol to zingerone. The dried (powdered) ginger spice does contain zingerone in it. We think of ginger (either fresh or powdered) as a flavor agent, but ginger is powerful medicine. It is an antioxidant and strong analgesic. It could thin the blood so you have to avoid it (or minimize it) if you are supported on anticoagulant medications. Zingerone is well researched and it’s incredible. Studies have determined that it reduces inflammation, improves blood

sugar, eases muscle pain and spasms, helps with arthritis, speeds fat breakdown and ramps up immune function. In an animal study, ginger compounds protected rodents from brain damage and memory loss so now drug companies are trying to morph it and patent it into an Alzheimer’s drug. I say just eat it! Ginger can block your enzyme xanthine oxidase which is good because that reduces ROS (reactive oxygen species). So the fact that ginger can degrade these ROS free radicals means it protects your DNA and mitochondria. In fact, ginger promotes mitochondrial health and these mito store energy for you in the form of ATP. If you have liver disease, or hepatic injury (for example, alcohol-related, or hepatitis), consider ginger in all of your recipes because studies show that zingerone has a hepatoprotective effect. Here’s another fun fact. Ginger might have some heavy metal binding abilities, because it can reduce cadmium levels according to animal studies. It can also reduce the body’s burden of organophosphate pesticides! If you have a PON1 gene, make ginger your friend! Unfortunately, it cannot bind gadolinium from MRIs. Not only does ginger spice up your recipes, it makes for a quick and delicious tea. I have a recipe for this at my website, as well as a free ebook for you called “Spices that Heal.” Ginger is a delicious, safe and affordable way to improve health while adding a warming spice to your meals.

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By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – After a recent car accident, the Howell Township Police Department is reminding all motorists not to use their cell phones while driving. On October 25, oﬃcers were investigating an accident on Route 9 in the northbound lanes near Casino Drive when an incoming driver hit an unoccupied patrol vehicle. The woman driving the car later admitted that she was texting and not paying attention to the road.

No injuries were reported in the incident. According to the department, the driver was issued summonses “This is another reminder that it only takes a second to possibly ruin the rest of your life or someone else’s,” the department wrote on social media. “We all are guilty of it on occasion but when there’s an active emergency scene that’s definitely not the time to be doing so. Move over or significantly slow for stopped emergency vehicles. This includes our tow/wrecker services.”

Dottie’s House Host Holiday Cocktail Party And Raffle

BRICK – Dottie’s House will be having a Holiday Cocktail party and 50/50 Super Raff le on December 3 from 6 to 9 p.m. at River Rock Restaurant & Marina Bar, 1600 Route 70 Brick. The raff le will benefit Dottie’s House, a non-prof it organization providing t ra nsit ional housi ng to women a nd children who have survived domestic violence.

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Superstorm Sandy’s Impact Not Over Yet For Many

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – It has been eight years since Superstorm Sandy caused many to endure the pain of being displaced, losing a home or having to restore it. The storm’s legacy was one of stress and trauma. For Joseph Tedde, a resident of the Ortley Beach section of Toms River, that saga is not yet over. Ortley Beach was referred to as “Ground Zero” in descriptions of the storm’s impact around Ocean County. The north beach portion of the township was devasted following the storm. Many homes were wiped out from the waves and others sustained severe water damage. The landscape of shore areas have changed dramatically with many houses having elevated to five to eight feet or more as per requirements of state grants to meet flood insurance requirements. Tedde can still remember the times in which he came to first see the damage to his 8th Avenue home. “We got word that we could come over and clean up. The first day they told us we could come we had to register like refugees and fill out papers and show our ID and we met at a parking lot on Fischer Boulevard. “They put us into school buses to cross the bridge and inspect our homes. It was a surreal experience. We could see our houses for a few hours,” he said. “They said you could bring back a few items and bring a suitcase or bag. Then later on we were allowed to come over almost every day and the

police chief stopped by one day and said ‘I will try and get you guys home every day’ and little by little things picked up,” Tedde said. Tedde said, “from the time we all came over in the yellow bus like a bunch of refugees, I had not seen my house for three weeks which took us to the end of November so from the beginning of December it took me three months to get my house livable. I slept home on February 20, 2013. “They said anyone who had electric, water, sewer, and gas that you could go home. There were 1,500 homes in Ortley Beach and I was one out of three or four that was able to come home that night. It was pitch black and it was a little frightening but I knew there were police and state troopers all over the place,” Tedde added, noting that there was no street lights on still in the community. Tedde had to gut the house and bring in everything new, like plumbing and wiring. “In December of 2016 I was going to lift the house up but I ran into a big financial mess and until that time until today, almost four years. I’ve battling to get my house back to normal,” he said. Tedde said he’s made a lot of progress but it has been going very slow. “The state has helped but there is a lot of red tape and there is a lot of back and forth. It is October 25, 2020 and I am hoping this coming week that I hear from the Department of Consumer Affairs - that they will release a big sum of money and I will be able to get back into my house for the winter.”

Presently he is living in a small trailer provided by a state program, on his property next to his incomplete elevated home. Unlike other areas where residents could return back to examine their damage, those on the barrier island were not permitted due to concerns of road stability and infrastructure damage which severed power lines. Mold grew quickly in those homes causing additional damage. Crossing over the Mathis-Tunney bridge from Toms River to the barrier island was only permitted on specific days. Stickers were provided to place on cars to identify residents as township police patrolled the area to protect homes from being looted. The Mantoloking Bridge connecting to the barrier island was washed out to sea by the force of the storm. The sight of houses in the middle of the road was not uncommon. The symbol of the storm was a photograph of the popular rollercoaster from the destroyed Seaside Heights boardwalk which stood out in the ocean for months. The historic St. Elisabeth Chapel on 3rd Avenue was completely destroyed leaving little evidence that it had ever stood there. Services were eventually held at the church’s parish hall until the chapel was at last replaced with a new structure. Likewise, another local landmark, Joey Harrison’s Surf Club was also wiped from the earth with only a foundation beam featuring the club’s mascot, a little devil still present, on the beach

now. The fate of what will happen to the property that the popular night club once occupied is still unknown but one thing is clear, it will not host a night club again. While the vacant Ortley Beach First Aid Squad building on 6th Avenue had been slated for demolition prior to Superstorm Sandy, due to its cost in bringing it up to township code, the building actually survived the storm. It was used as a storage facility in the months that followed. The building came down to be replaced by public parking lot. That lot will house a pickle ball court by next summer. An A&P store in Ortley Beach was also utilized for emergency storage and as a base of operations for emergency and police in the immediate weeks and months following the storm. The store would reopen to residents of the barrier island being the only supermarket in the area. A few years later when the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company went bankrupt, the building was sold to make way for an Acme which ironically, existed in the same plaza along Route 35 prior to the A&P being built in the 1970s. Many restaurants and businesses were hit hard and took months to reopen. Some didn’t reopen at all. Many homes were restored or rebuilt thanks to state grants and various volunteer groups that aided in their mediation. The memories and trauma of the event, still remain years later.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Nursing Scholarships Presented To Ocean Medical Center

By Bob Vosseller BRICK – The Barbara Forfar Nursing Scholarship Fund Committee recently presented its 2020 scholarships at Hackensack Meridian Ocean Medical Center to deserving area recipients. Jackson resident Shoshana Diamond and Emily Trione of Brick Township received a $500 scholarship to further their nursing education. Diamond has been employed with Ocean Medical Center since 2013 and is currently a member of the surgical team. During the past seven years, she has become well versed in several sub-specialties including general, orthopedic, vascular and thoracic surgery. According to many of her colleagues, Diamond works tirelessly every day to ensure that her patients receive the highest quality of care. She is a Registered Nurse and member of the Ocean Medical Center’s Shared Grievance and Surgical Site Infection Committees. Diamond is pursuing her MSN degree at Chamberlain University School of Nursing with an expected completion date of June 2022. Emily Trione is pursuing her BSN at William Patterson University with an anticipated completion date of December 2022. She is the daughter of Nancy Trione, a long-time career nurse at Ocean Medical Center who was one of three individuals who received the inaugural Barbara Forfar Nursing Scholarship in 2011. Emily is currently a Patient Care Technician and part of the 4 North nursing unit at the medical center. She has been touted by her superiors as a hard-working individual with a very strong character who is always looking to improve. Her ultimate goal is to become a part of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) as she advances her nursing career. Walt Konopka, chairperson of the Barbara Forfar Nursing Scholarship Fund said, “on behalf of the entire scholarship committee, I want to congratulate Shoshana and Emily, says. “They are exceptional Ocean Medical Center team members who truly have a sincere desire and compassion for the nursing profession and nursing education just like Barbara did.”

“Both of them have an exceptional drive to gain as much knowledge as they can to help their fellow team members and patients and have placed a priority on their own personal nursing education to help serve all of us better,” Konopka said. Now in its tenth year, The Barbara Forfar Nursing Scholarship Fund has awarded $20,000 to 35 nurses and nursing students of Ocean Medical Center. The scholarship fund provides monetary assistance to qualified nurses and nursing students of Ocean Medical Center who desire to continue their formal education in the nursing profession. It was created to honor the memory of long-time Point Pleasant resident Barbara Forfar, or “Foof,” as she was called by her fellow nurses and colleagues, and her 44 years of dedication to the nursing profession – with all but three years of her service associated with Ocean Medical Center. “We are grateful for the incredible support of our team members throughout the years,” says Marie Foley-Danecker, chief nursing oﬃcer of Ocean Medical Center. “It’s also such a beautiful tribute to Foof – whom we still remember fondly.” She added, “these scholarships help to make our entire team better and we are appreciative of everything the committee does for our team members, including the Rock for the Nurses fundraiser.” This year’s Rock for the Nurses Fundraiser was canceled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, but has been rescheduled for May 2, 2021. Serving Ocean and southern Monmouth counties, Ocean Medical Center is an advanced care hospital that offers the convenience and easy access of a community hospital with high technology advances and expertise of a major medical center featuring expert care coordinated by a team of top specialists in emergency, cardio vascular, women’s health, cancer and orthopedic services. For more information about The Barbara Forfar Nursing Scholarship Fund, including how to make a donation, please visit forfarscholarship.org or connect with The Barbara Forfar Nursing Scholarship Fund on Facebook or Twitter.

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MANALAPAN – The Monmouth County Library is offering a weekly virtual bereavement meeting for all those who have lost a loved one and are navigating the maze of emotions and trying to make decisions in a new way. The virtual meetings are led by Beth Stamp, a support facilitator and provide an

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Are You Adequately Insured During A Ride Share? By: Michael J. Deem, Esq.and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Over the last few years, Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft have become the go-to livery service rather than the common taxi driver. Many people use these companies on a daily or weekly basis. But what happens when you are involved in a collision while a passenger in a Lyft or Uber rideshare vehicle? Are you covered? Recently, the New Jersey Legislature defined the scope of mandatory insurance coverage for the transportation network companies and their drivers (such as Uber or Lyft). While an occupant of a prearranged ride, the transportation network company and or the driver shall maintain the following insurance coverage for your benefit: (1) primary automobile liability insurance in the amount of at least $1,500,000 for death, bodily injury, and property damage; and (2) uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage in an amount of at least $1,500,000. This insurance coverage, which is to be maintained by the transportation network company (Uber / Lyft), shall not be dependent upon your automobile insurer first denying a claim, nor shall your automobile insurance policy be required to first deny a claim. This means that the insurance provided by the Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft is primary. However, the Transportation Network Companies are not required to provide medical coverage in the event you are injured while an occupant of the rideshare vehicle. Moreover, because Uber and Lyft are a form a livery service, the ride share vehicle is not covered under your automobile Personal Injury Protection (PIP) medical expense insurance coverage.

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Consequently, unless you have access to health insurance, you will be uninsured for your medical expenses although, if you happen to fall into the uninsured status, you are not without recourse. An uninsured passenger may recover his/her medical expenses from the party who caused the collision. This is a departure from the previous concept of the personal injury protection laws which prohibited recovery of medical expenses from the at-fault driver. Finally, the Limitation on Lawsuit Option which ordinarily restricts an injured motorists’ right to sue for personal injuries, shall not be asserted by a transportation network company or a transportation network company driver in defense to any action for damages arising from a prearranged ride, nor shall it be asserted against any party not receiving personal injury protection benefits in any action for damages arising from a prearranged. This means that your personal injury lawsuit will not be burdened with the requirement that you prove that the collision caused an objectively verifiable permanent injury. Rather, any disability related to the collision will suﬃce, which is a much simpler burden of proof. Ridesharing has become much easier and transparent with the advancement of technology. So it’s about time the Legislature has acted to protect the interests of the consumer by mandating insurance coverage and removing the obstacles of a lawsuit in the event of an injury while riding in a livery vehicle. For more information about this article, please contact the attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates: (732) 505-1212.

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