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─Photo donated to Toms River Times The central gazebo fell, causing the entire building to be unsafe. By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The central gazebo overlooking the Toms River at Huddy Park was knocked down due to weather, and will be replaced by spring, officials said. Anyone driving over the bridge, or passing th rough dow ntow n, likely saw the central gazebo in tatters. It had become such a mainstay that seeing it dam-
aged was surprising and distressing. The culprit appears to be the weather. It wasn’t a recent storm. Rather, it was a huge windstorm on August 3 that might have started the process for it to eventually fall. A security guard was the first person to notice it, Township Engineer Rober t Cha n k alia n said. One of the beams had become twisted,
pre su m ably by t he wind. Following up on the tip, Chankalian inspected it with someone from the insurance company. If you weren’t close to it, you might not have noticed it. There had been a boat show just before that, so the township scrolled through photos of the event online. In those photos, the gazebo’s beams were still in
good shape. So, they surmised that it must have happened in that storm. The gazebo had been off limits to the public after the damage had been noticed, he said. This was unfortunate because a lot of people like to get wedding photos there. It’s a landmark for the downtown area. T he n , t he ce nt e r (Gazebo - See Page 2)
County Workers Having COVID Leads To Questions About Election Safety
By Chris Lundy T OM S R I V E R – More than a doze n c ou nt y worke r s t e s t e d p o sit ive for COV I D -19, and off icials said that the safety of the employees have been the utmost priority. Patch.com reported
that a person working for the Board of Elections tested positive. More than 250 county employees sought testing. From that, 16 of them tested positive. However, there is not necessarily a direct link from these 16 to the initial person
who tested positive. Ocean County Administrator Carl Block told The Patch t h a t t he 16 p e o ple were from different depar tments, and not all of them were counting votes. Those who tested positive had to quarantine.
D u r i ng a nor m al election, a voter would go up to a poll worker, take a ticket, and hand the ticket to another p ol l worke r. T he n , they would touch the voting booth. This time, polls were only open for those with disabilities and
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for p e ople t o d rop off ballots that were a l r e a d y f i l le d out . But scores of people had to come together to count the mail-in votes. It ’s h a r d t o s a y whether one way is safer t ha n a not her, (County - See Page 4)
─Photo by Chris Lundy Some children enjoyed a hike around Cattus Island in Toms River on an unseasonably warm fall day. By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – At the beginning of November, many towns across the state enjoyed some not-so-much fall weather. Sweater weather was nowhere to be seen as the state had a consecutive six days in a row of warm weather reaching 70 degrees or higher. This odd warm weather in the month of November has set records, with this weather being unusual during this time for the state of New Jersey. Rutgers University - New Brunswick Climatologist David A. Robinson discussed how this weather is uncommon for the state. “Temperatures around many parts of the state were 70 degrees or higher. Six consecutive days in November with temperatures above 70, and mind you temperatures this time of the year should be in the mid to upper 50s,” Robinson stated. “Four days of consecutive record highs are also unusual, it’s extremely unusual for a weather station with 110 years of records.” Robinson, who is a New Jersey State Climatologist and a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Geography in the School of Arts and Sciences, further explained why New Jersey has been having contrasting weather this year. “We’ve had a very active weather pattern across the United States for the last month and sometimes the system gets into overdrive or high gear. With that you get a lot of extremes, and the extremes aren’t necessarily just in New Jersey, or the Mid-Atlantic, you find them from coast to coast,” he said. “Warm air where warm air shouldn’t be, cold (Warm - See Page 2)
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Continued From Page 1 eventually gave out. Once that happened, the township demolished the rest for safety reasons. Huddy Park had been remodeled a few years ago. The gazebo had been upgraded then, but the framing of it was original, he said. Officials are in the midst of receiving estimates for a new gazebo that would be built with metal posts and a wood top, he said. The contractor is one that the township has used before, and they have built similar structures that withstood Superstorm
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air where cold air shouldn’t be, early season snow, the number of tropical systems that have impacted the gulf states and the east coast, all of those together are indicative of very active weather patterns and stands to reason Jersey is going to feel the effect from time to time. That’s the way the weather patterns operate sometimes.” Robinson further explained how you can’t necessarily pinpoint a specific month or week of warm weather that you can attribute to the general question of climate change. “When it comes to the warmth, New Jersey continues to warm and that doesn’t mean every day, every month, every year is warmer than the previous one, but your odds increase for setting record highs as opposed to setting record lows,” Robinson said. “For having four days in a row with record highs instead of maybe two days in a row of record highs is increasing our odds. So when we get these warm spells, we’re already on a higher playing level than we were previously so any additional warmth increases the odds of setting a record. So while you can’t say this particular day or this particular week of warmth is due to climate change, you can say it’s indicative of what we’re seeing not only in New Jersey, but throughout the nation and across the globe. “Frankly, it’s becoming less disputable global warming. The numbers the surveys show, while there’s skeptics that remain out there, it is becoming better understood that we are warming the planet and with that many associated changes,” Robinson said. “The fact is even with a warmer world it’s going to get cold from time to time and sometimes that’s a function of these very
Sandy. However, during the remodeling of the park, new plantings and the cement base was installed. The township doesn’t want to tear any of that out to put in the new gazebo, so they are trying to plan how to incorporate it all. The goal is that the gazebo will be up by the spring, Chankalian said. It will join a new park amenity – a kayak launch will be built near the parking lot. This project is being completed before winter. Toms River Business Administrator Louis Amoruso said the township has submitted an insurance claim. He believes that there will be no cost for the repair. active weather patterns where things get displaced. Generally (in October) despite getting cold near the end, it was in the top 20 for warmth going back 126 years. This is statewide, and this year I think we’ve had five months in the top 10, 10 out of 126 years, but we still can have some cold weather and last month when we were moderately warm, they set record low temperatures in the Northern Plains down in the Rockies. There seems to be a seesaw pattern, cold in the west, warm in the east, cold in the east, warm in the west, it all has to do with the flow of the jet stream.” With the recent warm weather the state has been having, it’s questionable whether parts of New Jersey will have a heavy snowfall or not this year. In the past couple of years, Ocean and Monmouth County received little to no snow during its winter months. So how much snowfall should we expect this winter? Robinson explained how mild or heavy snowfall depends upon the flow of the jet stream. “Last winter was the least snowy winter since records began in 1895 in Southern New Jersey from roughly Monmouth/ Mercer County. That southern half of the state had less snow last winter than any of the prior years,” Robinson stated. “This winter however, there are indications that this winter will be on the mild to relatively snow-free side. The “La Niña” event in the tropical pacific, an ocean to atmosphere phenomenon, generates the jet stream pattern where storms go up through the Great Lakes and puts us on the milder side of storms. Looking at past records in New Jersey, La Niña winters tend to be milder and less snowy. So the odds favor a winter with milder than average temps and less than average snowfall and that goes Jersey wide.”
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Continued From Page 1 Block said, responding to questions from JerseyShoreOnline. Most poll workers are seniors, he said. Medical professionals have put seniors into a higher risk category for serious repercussions if they catch the coronavirus. The difference is that with the mail-in election, a few dozen people had to be in one place. There were “40-50-60 extra people a night,” Block said. There were regular employees from the Department of Elections, other county departments to help with the workload, and the National
Guard for security. In certain situations, liability comes into play. For example, if an employer willingly exposes their workers to unsafe working conditions, they can be sued. One of the reasons that senior centers have not reopened is because the state is not indemnifying the homeowners associations or holding them harmless. This means that someone who potentially caught COVID-19 at a clubhouse could sue the homeowners association. Similarly, the state did not offer such protections to counties for holding their elections by mail, Block said. However, if it became an issue, there are other legal protections the county can use.
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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A grocery truck overturned while trying to make an exit off the Parkway, but fortunately no one was injured. Police said that at around 7 a.m. on November 19, a Peapod delivery truck attempted
to get off the Garden State Parkway at the southbound Exit 81. It overturned but did not appear to strike any other vehicle. The driver was able to get out on their own without any major injury, police said. Toms River fire and New Jersey State Police personnel responded.
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Singer: Bill, Cleared by Senate, Would Ban Disclosure Of Judges’ Home Addresses
TRENTON - Bipartisan legislation protecting the privacy, the address and the safety of federal, state and municipal judges and judicial officers passed the Senate. “The proliferation of information online, and it’s easy accessibility with today’s technology has made it possible to learn so much about unsuspecting individuals,”
said Senator Robert Singer (R-30th), one of the bill sponsors. “Unfortunately, that information can be dangerous in the wrong hands. This bill takes necessary steps to shield details about judges and others in the judicial system that could expose them or put their lives at risk.” T he bi l l (A-16 49/S 2797/S-2925) was intro-
duced in response to an incident on July 19, when a man posing as a FedEx employee went to the home of U.S. District Court Judge Esther Salas and opened fire once the door was answered, killing Judge Salas’s 20-yearold son, Daniel, and seriously injuring her husband, Mark. The shooter was 72-yearold defense attorney who
reportedly kept a list of more than a dozen other targets, including at least three more judges. He was later found dead in his car, dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. “That tragedy exposed some gaping vulnerabilities that demanded Legislative action to prevent future assassination attempts,” said Singer. “It is our im-
perative to protect judges from evil-doers who seek vengeance. This bill will close loopholes that can literally lead the bad guys to front door of those they intend to harm.” The bill, entitled “Daniel’s Law” in memory of Judge Salas’ son, would prohibit the disclosure of the home addresses of any judicial officer, law enforcement
officer or prosecutor. It would also expand an existing crime concerning the disclosure of home addresses and unlisted phone numbers for active or retired law enforcement officers to also include formerly active law enforcement officers, and formerly active or retired judicial officers or prosecutors, and permit statutory civil actions for any prohibited disclosure.
Murphy: Computer Science for All Grant Available
TRENTON – Building on the State’s commitment to establish high-quality computer science programs in New Jersey schools, Governor Phil Murphy announced an $800,000 grant to generate training hubs for educators involved with computer science education in K-12 schools. The “Expanding Access to Computer Science: Professional Learning” grant will fund learning hubs in three New Jersey colleges and universities, which will work with K-12 school
districts to help them implement effective learning strategies in computer science. The learning hubs established in each of the three institutions of higher education will provide professional development to teachers, administrators, and others who are instrumental in computer science education in the K-12 school setting. The programs will focus on schools with students who have traditionally had limited access to high-quality computer science instruc-
tion. “In order for New Jersey to be a leader in the innovation economy, we must invest in our educators who do so much to shape our children’s futures,” said Gover nor Mur phy. “Through this grant opportunity, our educators will develop the skills they need to provide top-quality computer science education to prepare our students for jobs of the future.” “W hen schools have the resources to provide high-quality technology
and computer science programs, students benefit in many ways,” said Acting Education Commissioner Angelica Allen-McMillan, Ed.D. “These programs improve the computational thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential for success in all subjects and in all 21st-Centur y jobs. In short, this helps teachers give students the edge they need for success in school – and after graduation.” The Department of Education is expected to an-
nounce the awards around March of 2021, and the programs could be implemented in institutions of higher education as early as the summer. The “Expanding Access to Computer Science: Professional Learning” grant is one element of Governor Murphy’s Computer Science for All State Plan, which sets out a multi-year, multi-pronged vision to broaden computer science opportunities for New Jersey students. According to the Computer Science for All State Plan,
more than 500,000 computing jobs remain unfilled in the United States. Nationally, STEM jobs are growing faster than any other job sector in our economy. In New Jersey alone, there are more than 15,000 open computing jobs spanning every industry, with computing occupations boasting a significantly higher average salary ($107,260) than the average salary in the state ($56,970). Despite this, only 1,642 computer science majors graduated from the state’s universities in 2017.
Social Security Cost Of Living Adjustment Increase Act Introduced
WASHINGTON, D.C. New Jersey congressmen Chris Smith and Jeff Van Drew introduced legislation to significantly increase the annual cost-of-living-adjustment (COLA) for Social Security recipients after it was announced earlier by the Social Security Administration that the COLA effective December 2020 is going to be 1.3 percent. The Smith-Van Drew proposal would increase the 2020 COLA to 3 percent
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in 2020, and no less than 3 percent more in 2021. With the average Social Security payment to individuals being $1,514 a month, or $18,168 annually, the announced SSA increase would only provide a $236 COLA for 2021. The Smith-Van Drew bill would increase the average COLA to $545 for both 2020 (retroactively) & 2021, or an estimated $1,090, over two years. “COVID-19 has not only
disproportionately harmed senior citizens - causing death to many especially in nursing homes - but has devastated them economically as well,” said Smith (R-4th). “HR 8600, the COVID-19 Emergency Social Security Cost of Living Increase Act, is aimed at helping seniors and other Social Security recipients keep up with rising costs they experience in their daily lives, especially in health care,” Smith said.
“The COLA announced this week does not reflect the costs seniors cope with every day. It is unfair, and the COVID-19 Emergency Social Security Cost of Living Increase Act will help remedy that unfairness.” Rep. Van Drew (R-2 nd) said, “The burden on South Jersey seniors from taxes, tolls and coronavirus has been enormous. Social Security recipients need more assistance to ensure the promise made to them
is kept; this legislation is a key part of that commitment and we will fight as hard we can to ensure it is enacted.” The legislation would also reform the formula for calculating annual COLA increases by using a senior consumer price index (senior CPI) beginning in 2021. Social Security COLAs are currently based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) which excludes items like
Local Resident Receives Leadership Award
Leadership Award from the Monmouth Regional Chamber of Commerce at a virtual event on November 6. Given by various local orga-
nizations throughout the world, those nominated for ATHENA Awards must demonstrate excellence, creativity and initiative in their profession, provide
valuable service to improve the quality of life for those in their community, and actively assist women in achieving their full leadership potential.
“I am overwhelmed by this honor and grateful to the Chamber for choosing me as this year’s recipient,” said Keane. “I have always been so impressed
taxes, such as state and federal income taxes, and does not accommodate the disproportionate impact of health costs on seniors. Smith’s bill would provide a 3 percent increase retroactively for 2020 to address the COVID-19 impact, as well as at least a 3 percent increase in 2021. It would also permanently address the shortcoming of basing annual COLAs on the standard CPI-W in favor of a “Senior CPI.”
with the ATHENA organization’s focus on empowering women, and am proud to stand among so many other incredible nominees and winners.”
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Around The Jersey shore Flu Clinic Dates Announced
By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COU NTY – Have you received your f lu shot yet? The Ocean Count y Health Depar t ment has just announced appointment dates for their f lu clinic. The OCHD wants to remind residents that the f lu vaccine protects against several different f lu viruses (strains). If you are six months of age and older you should get vaccinated against seasonal f lu every year. It is very important for pregnant women and people with chronic diseases to get a f lu shot. Children under the age of six months are at high-risk of serious f lu illness.
Although they are too you ng to be vaccinated, you can prevent them from getting sick by having caregivers get vaccinated. Visit ochd.org/fl u to make an appointment, and remember to complete all required forms prior to your visit. The complete schedule with clinic locations, dates and times will be listed below: Toms River December 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; RWJ Barnabas Health Arena, 1245 Old Freehold Road. December 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; County Connection (Ocean County Mall), 1201 Hooper Avenue.
Wanted: Wreaths, Donations And Volunteers For History’s Vets
TOMS RIVER – On December 19, Wreaths Across America will be at Riverside Cemetery, 1001 Lakewood Rd., to remember and honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of the country’s fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every veteran aloud.
Help the location lay wreaths at as many graves as possible by going to wreathsacrossamerica.org and becoming a sponsor, or if you would like to volunteer to participate in the wreath laying ceremony, click the “Volunteer” button next to the cemetery name on the website.
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Around The Jersey shore Freeholder Director Stresses Importance Of Grant Application For Businesses
By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari is encouraging small businesses having diff iculty making their commercial rent payments due to the coronavirus to apply for a grant that will assist them with rent/lease payments. Vicari, who serves as liaison to tourism and business development, reported the grant program provides up to $30,000 for Ocean County businesses. While the program will run to the end of the year, applications will be considered on a first come first served basis. “Small businesses are truly the heart and soul of our communities. The Ocean County business community has been uniquely impacted by the pandemic since tourism and hospitality represent such a high percentage of its economic activity here,� Vicari said. “Our businesses were hit earliest and ha rdest by the pandem ic,� he said. “Throughout the summer months our business owners found creative ways to keep their businesses open while keeping employees and the public safe.� Ocean County is providing up to $10 million of its Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act funds to help with those costs in order to provide needed financial relief to small businesses having a hard time paying lease payments or their monthly rent payment., “To further help our small businesses, the County will provide grants up to $30,000 to help defray the cost of rent or leases. This is a grant and not a loan. The grant is paid directly to the landlord,� Vicari said. The NJRA’s statewide business rental assistance grant program, which began earlier this year, resulted in some Ocean County businesses requesting assistance being wait listed. The freeholders agreed to par tner with the NJRA to administer the Small Business Lease Emergency Assistance Grant Program solely for Ocean County businesses in order to streamline the grant process. Vicari noted that it was important for small businesses “that this help be made available to them.� He urged Ocean
County small businesses or non-profits in Ocean County to apply for the grant as soon as possible. According to the NJRA, eligible applicants will need to supply a current copy of their executed lease outlining terms and conditions of the agreement, and a current New Jersey tax clearance certificate or current business registration issued by the state of New Jersey. This program will provide grants to small businesses leasing commercial space in mixed-use buildings; small businesses leasing space in commercial buildings; storefront businesses that lease their space and small businesses that demonstrate a loss due to COVID-19. The applicant must provide verification from the landlord that the respective business is in good standing with monthly lease obligations prior to March 1, 2020. The landlord and small business will need to sign certifications acknowledging the amount of outstanding lease obligations, not to exceed $30,000. The tenant will not be disqualified if monthly lease payments are current/up to date. He noted that in Ocean County there are 3,000 eateries or restaurants alone that have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Steve Steiner, chairman of the Ocean Cou nt y Tou r ism Advisor y Cou ncil, recently told the Board of Freeholders that the County might see a loss of up to 30 percent of its restaurants before next summer due to the restrictions they are currently facing as a result of the pandemic. “We need to take this action in order to help our restaurants and small businesses survive and once again f lourish in the future. Their economic health is the county’s economic health,� Vicari said. Earlier this year, Ocean County had teamed up with the New Jersey Econom ic Developme nt Aut hor it y a nd provided small business grants up to $10,000 to more than 1,000 businesses in Ocean County. There are an additional 200 businesses awaiting final grant approval. To apply visit NJRA.us and follow the links for Ocean County Small Business Lease Emergency Assistance G rant Program.
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Around The Jersey shore Suspect Arrested In Berkeley Stabbing
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – A local man with a string of run-ins with the law was arrested and charged with attempted murder. Angelo Grenci, 44, of Toms River, was charged with the stabbing that took place in the Manitou Park section of the township on November 14. Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law. Carlton Williams, 50, of Seaside Heights, had been stabbed in the neck and was flown to Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center in New Brunswick where he remains listed in critical condition as of press time. Investigators believe Grenci stabbed Williams during an altercation in the area of Magnolia Avenue at around 7 p.m. on November 14. He was taken into custody at his home without incident. Grenci had once been on an episode of the program “America’s Most Wanted” for an assault that included trying to run someone down with his car. He had also been charged with bank robbery on a separate instance, according to Patch.com. Grenci had tried to be an advocate for trying to turn youth away from a life of crime, and wrote a book about his life called “In Absentia.” However, there were charges for burglary
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COLORADO – NORAD is busy preparing for its annual tradition of tracking Santa’s journey delivering gifts around the world. Despite the challenges presented by COVID-19, the NORAD Tracks Santa program is on schedule and NORAD will track Santa on December 24, as we have done every year since 1955. As we move forward in our preparations for this year’s NORAD Tracks Santa program, some adjustments are being made to safely carry out our special mission of tracking Santa. The NORAD Tracks Santa website, social media pages, a new mobile app and partner platforms will again be an important part of the program allowing children around the world to track Santa. However, the NORAD Tracks Santa call center is being adapted due to ongoing public health concerns due to an increase in COVID-19 cases. This year, only a small number of volunteers will be answering the NORAD Tracks Santa toll-free number, 1-877-Hi-NORAD, on December 24. Callers who cannot reach one of these volunteers will receive a recorded
update on Santa’s current location. While NORAD understands the call center is an important tradition for many families around the world, we reduce the health risks posed by attempting to conduct a large indoor, in-person, call center during the pandemic. NORAD is committed to tracking Santa while keeping our military, their families, and our dedicated call center volunteers safe. Santa trackers can visit noradsanta.org or use new mobile apps to get up-to-the-minute Santa statistics. These apps will soon be available on Google Play and the Apple App Store. Fans can also track Santa with a variety of other NORAD Tracks Santa partners, to include OnStar and Amazon Alexa. Their online and social media experience will go live on December 1 and will provide information and games to get everyone ready for the big night. NORAD Tracks Santa will also provide daily updates to its 2.1 million social media followers across its Facebook, Twitter and Instagram platforms. NORAD looks forward to bringing the 65th year of NORAD Tracks Santa to children and families around the world.
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Around The Jersey shore Local Family To Host Christmas Light Spectacular
TOMS RIVER – Buddy the elf, said it best “The best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” So the Ferone family invites you to sing your heart out and watch some Christmas lights at the Ferone Family Christmas Light Spectacular! They are located at 184 Yellowbank Rd., Toms River (or look up Ferone Family Light Show on google maps). The show opens Thanksgiving and will run through December 27, Monday through Thursday from 5 to 9:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5 to 11 p.m. New this year: Every Tuesday is Disney night! Spend the whole night listening to your favorite Disney songs as you are pulled into the magic of our show! The show is free, and you do not need
a reservation time. They are, however, collect i ng donations for Child ren’s Hospital of Toms River. Last year they raised over $3,000. This year, they are aiming high with the hope of raising $5,000! They are a drive up light show located at the end of Yellowbank Road. You are welcome to watch the light show from the comfort of your car (tune into FM 88.1 to hear the music) or bundle up and hop out of the car to enjoy the show. Due to COVID, they ask that if you get out of your car to wear a mask and social distance from other families. New this year: they have added an interactive to go along with our light show. Visit the link to play: forms.gle/ paUjbadWdnFmGZy68
Ocean County Library Presents Ways to Offset Grief During Holidays
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will present a virtual program, “Coping with the Holidays,” at 10:30 a.m. on December 9. The Samaritan Center for Grief Support’s program is designed to help those whose holiday season follows the loss of a loved one. The presentation will focus on fi nding solace in grief, coping, communication, and compassion for one’s self and for others, self-care suggestions, and holiday-related
concerns related to COVID-19. Participants will receive emailed documents on which they can note their favorite memories and sources of support. After the program, attendees will be welcome to take part in a live question-answer discussion with Samaritan Bereavement Program Supervisor Joan Ordille. Registration is required for this free program. Registrants will be emailed a link to join the discussion. See details at theoceancountylibrary.org/events.
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Like improved hearing, resilience can make a significant difference in the quality of life – after all, it reflects an invaluable ability to adapt to, recover from, or withstand challenges, change, and adversity. Since March, 2020, we have all experienced what the effects of Covid 19 have had on our overall lifestyle, health, and well-being. Dr. Izzy and his Staff have some tips for building resilience in your life for the present and future: • REMEMBER YOU’RE NOT ALONE: If you’ve felt somewhat disconnected in these times, that’s not uncommon. Challenges such as the pandemic have upended the way we live, work, and play. Newer norms can feel uncomfortable. Drawing strength from the knowledge that others share your experiences can make a difference. • GAIN EMPOWERMENT THROUGH PREPARATION: If you wear hearing technology, it’s probably no surprise that a little maintenance goes a long way toward helping you stay engaged. Regular hearing aid checks & cleanings will increase the reliability of your hearing instruments and help you feel prepared for anything life brings.
• THINK TOTAL WELLNESS: Hearing plays an important role in overall wellness, which in turn plays a role in resilience. Did you know? Ears and eyes work together to help you perceive the world. Conversely, hearing loss is linked to cognitive decline, heart disease, isolation, and other issues, so protect your hearing health. • COMMIT TO LEARNING: Learning not only stimulates the brain but supports resilience. It also supports better hearing, especially when learning more about your existing hearing device’s helpful features and capabilities – streaming, for example = that can help you communicate confidently and navigate your world. • REACH OUT FOR HELP: Expanding and tapping into your network of support can help fortify your resilience. Count on our hearing care team as part of that important connected family network, letting us know how we can help! We HEAR you and we are ALWAYS here for you! Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always here to answer your questions about hearing care issues.
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Online Autism Resources Center Created OCEAN COUNTY – Families and individuals seeking help in autism-related matters now have a thorough database of support organizations through the Ocean County Library website. The OCL Autism Resources Center offers links to groups that specialize in helping those on the autism spectrum and their caregivers. The “Resources for Caregivers” section includes guides for coping during the pandemic, homeschool resources, autism-related Facebook groups, the Autism Parenting
Magazine list of “Best Autism Apps” and titles of autism-related eBooks available through OCL’s Hoopla® app. It also contains links to services available through New Jersey state government agencies and local, statewide and national autism-related organizations devoted to education, employment training, housing assistance, therapy, medical practices, multiple services, information and referral, safety, and legal issues. To visit the Autism Resources Center, visit theoceancountylibrary.org/autism.
Church To Hold Craft & Vendor Fair
TOMS RIVER – The East Dover Baptist Church, 974 Bay Ave, will be hosting their Very Merry Craft & Vendor Fair (outdoors).
Come and support small businesses, talented artisans, vendors, and food trucks! The event will take place on December 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Make More Catalase It’s Good For Your Health
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Catalase is an important enzyme you make in your liver, just like glutathione. These are both strong antioxidants. Today’s focus is on catalase, it’s incredibly important to your health and I hope you are still making enough of it. If you’re not, all kinds of health problems can ensue. That’s because catalase breaks down a poison, turning it into water and oxygen. If you don’t have enough catalase, the poisonous peroxide builds up in your tissues and organs. The thyroid will suffer, as will arteries and all of your organs. One catalase molecule can convert millions of hydrogen peroxide molecules to water and oxygen each second! You could say it prevents “rusting” in a way! Reducing peroxide via catalase is therefore anti-aging, it reduces the speed at which one rusts (or turns grey). We know this because aberrations in the genetic CAT code (think SNP!) will cause the CAT gene to stop producing normal, healthy amounts of the enzyme catalase. This can lead to premature greying of the hair. Catalase is used commercially in the dairy industry to remove peroxide from milk prior to making cheese. It protects garments from peroxide during the fabric making process, especially polyester. Contact lens makers rinse the peroxide off with catalase. In the human body, catalase acts like a vacuum cleaner, similarly to glutathione, another potent antioxidant. It can help with hypertension which is a silent disease that leads to devastating consequences if not controlled. There was an important study about this. Researchers studied one of the most popular blood pressure medications of all time called “lisinopril.” Brand names vary. The researchers evaluated the effect of lisinopril
on cholesterol and blood pressure, because as you know, an increase in either of those raises risk for heart attack and stroke. The researchers determined that lisinopril did not have any impact on lipids or cholesterol, after all it is for hypertension. But the interesting thing is that they noticed a catalase connection. The higher the blood pressure was in a participant, the lower the amount of catalase enzyme present! Lisinopril seems to work, at least in part, by raising your catalase levels, specifically in your red blood cells. This in turn, will improve blood pressure numbers, both systolic and diastolic. This suggests that lisinopril has a secondary mechanism of action… the first being that it’s an ACE inhibitor and the second being it raises RBC (red blood cell) catalase! And would supplements do the same? No one can say and the reason is that the drug is raising endogenous levels of catalase. No supplement was given to these participants and besides, dietary supplements do not cure diseases and no claims can be made in that regard according to current FDA guidelines. I want to be clear in case they read this, I am referring to the catalase enzyme you make inside your body. The information I’m sharing is based upon an article entitled, “Can Erythrocyte Catalase Regulate Blood Pressure?” which was published in 2016. Your body manufactures its own catalase, it’s critical to make more of it by maintaining liver health! This is a potent antioxidant that also destroys formaldehyde too. If this topic interests you, and you would like to read the longer version of my article and learn more about formaldehyde sources, please sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com.
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE “Let’s Talk” With Dr. Jani By Michael Vandenberg “ T h e e r a of p ate r n a l i s tic medicine where I’m the doctor, you’re the patient, and you’re going to do this bec ause I say so is long gone,” Dr. Samir Jani said to me recently. “That’s just not the way I was trained.” When it comes to your health, shouldn’t you be in the driver’s seat? That’s certainly the guiding philosophy passed down by Garden State Medic al Center ’s founder, Dr. Dharam Mann, and it’s what makes Dr. Jani the perfect f it here. He wants to use his expertise and impart his knowledge to help you make an informed decision about your pain management. And there’s no question that Dr. Jani has plenty of information to share because he checks all the boxes when it comes to education. At age 17 he was already accepted into a higher education program that included a guaranteed spot in medical school. He kept a high GPA while taking his courses at an accelerated rate that allowed him to finish a year early. Then he jumped right into residencies and a fellowship focusing on pain, anesthesiology, and internal medicine, culminating in his current specialty of Interventional Pain Management. He finished his fellowship and began practicing in 2016, making his way to GSMC the following year. Dr. Jani pointed to a variety of reasons as to why he decided to make the switch to GSMC. For one thing, it fosters a seamless team environment. “The support and infrastructure of the practice is huge,” like the large network of staff on hand, to the electronic rec ord keeping. With those tasks already being taken care of, Dr. Jani is able to put his entire focus on alleviating your pain. After all, it’s crucial to maintain a sense of urgency when it comes to pain management because people are running out of options by the time they come to
him. Most of Dr. Jani’s patients are those who have seen countless doctors and had lots of tests but have never b een able to f ind a diagnosis and fix the underlying cause. “My ankle hurts,” Dr. Jani said as a general example. “I’ve seen ten podiatrists, I’ve had six ankle surgeries, and no one’s fixed it.” But even though it may never be fixed, “there are things we can do to at least help you get rid of the pain”. Thankfully, Dr. Jani is not the type of doctor who just throws pills at the problem; he has a ver y strict interpretation of the related safety regulations. Not that he doesn’t use medications at all, but it’s only a tiny part of what he can do. “We’re highly inter ventional,” said Dr. Jani. He can target the pain with various injections, or hide the pain using electricity to target different stimulators in the nervous system. By implanting pain pumps, the medication is delivered directly to your spine, creating a much stronger effect. It all depends on the severity and longevity of the pain. These steps may seem elaborate, but rest assured Dr. Jani is conservative in his relief suggestions. “I always tell patients that if I don’t have to do something, I don’t want to do it. So if I can make it go away with a two minute injection, that’s what I’m going
to do,” he said. If that doesn’t work, then Dr. Jani will happily go over additional minimally invasive options with you. He might even just recommend
physical therapy if that’s what Now her kids see her and the patient prefers. say, “You’re back to being After all, he has the tools yourself. You’re Mom again.” and knowledge, but you also As an inter ventional pain know your body and how management doctor, “I don’t you feel. When the two of know what was causing her you collaborate, you’ll see pain, but I knew what she inspiring results. Dr. Jani had was feeling and that’s what I no problem giving me a cou- targeted,” said Dr. Jani. ple examples of his “home Another patient came to runs”. For instance, him one time with fibromyone woman came algia, with pain primarily in in complaining of the back and neck. He first chronic pelvic pain. put her on non-opioid medShe’d had ten sur- ication, which solved some geries and was on of her problems but not all a ton of medicine of them. Injections did the at this point, and trick for her neck. For her yet her pain was making her lower back, he used a spinal life miserable. With just a cord stimulator, which is like few injections, her pain is a pacemaker for the spine. effectively gone and she no With that combination, she’s longer has to take any pills. feeling fantastic and rarely
even has to come in for a visit. “Previously she was going in to see another pain management doctor, having to go in every month to get Percocet that she didn’t even want to take and wasn’t even that helpful.” With her newfound happiness and relief, she was able to go on her first vacation in years! You deserve to be pain-free too. Give Garden State Medical Center a call today at 1-888-376-2661 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jani or any of their other superb pain management specialists. Feel free to visit gsmedicalcenter.org for a full listing of their convenient locations and to get more information on treatment.
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TOMS RIVER - It is currently used as free public parking lot but 6th Avenue and Route 35 in Ortley Beach housed the Ortley Beach First Aid Squad for decades before it was torn down in 2013. Soon it will feature a pickleball court. Another pickleball
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Jewish Federation Of Ocean County Annual Meeting Goes Virtual LAKEWOOD – The Community of Caring Event and annual meeting of the Jewish Federation of Ocean County (JFOC) will take place virtually on December 17 at 7:30 p.m. The event occurs on the last night of Chanukah and there will be candle lighting, celebrating the end of the year and new beginnings, and honoring Community of Caring heroes.
JFOC’s partner organizations have nominated Sara Askin, Phil Brilliant, Lenore Forsted, Melanie Giudice, Elinor Goldberg, Bill Langweil, Debby Milboer, Dr. Max Scheer, Mona Sternbach, and Jack Weber for the Community of Caring hero awards. Information can be found at jewishoceancounty.org/communitycaring.
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ORTLEY BEACH – Friends of Ortley Beach is looking for volunteers to help with their new Adopt a Spot project. Through the project, Friends of Ortley Beach will partner with local businesses to clean up the road verge areas in Ortley.
They are forming a committee to decide how to organize the effort. The committee will meet virtually for now. For more information or to join, contact Julie Shino at jshino@friendsofortleybeach. org.
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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.
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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By Joel Markel
Celebrating Thanksgiving
Dear Joel, This year, because of COVID-19, we’ll be scaling back our Thanksgiving/ Friendsgiving celebration to just immediate family. Rather than trying to recreate our yearly traditions on a smaller scale, I thought it would be fun to change it up and do something completely different. Do you have any ideas how to make Thanksgiving 2020 a memorable one? Answer: Thanksgiving reminds us to be thankful for our blessings, and to help those who are less fortunate. So, it’s the perfect time to support local business and restaurants by ordering their Thanksgiving or other menu items to go. Not only will
you get a break from the stress and anxiety of cooking, your guests will get a delicious, professionally prepared meal and the restaurant will get some much need business during what is sure to be a difficult holiday season. Happy Thanksgiving! 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.
If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566 (800603-CARE (2273). “Home health care with feeling. (“Home Health Care with Feeling”)
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Around The Jersey shore Online Autism Resources Center Created
OCEAN COUNTY – Families and individuals seeking help in autism-related matters now have a thorough database of support organizations through the Ocean County Library website. The OCL Autism Resources Center offers links to groups that specialize in helping those on the autism spectrum and their caregivers. The “Resources for Caregivers” section includes guides for coping during the pandemic, homeschool resources, autism-related Facebook groups, the Autism Parenting
Magazine list of “Best Autism Apps” and titles of autism-related eBooks available through OCL’s Hoopla® app. It also contains links to services available through New Jersey state government agencies and local, statewide and national autism-related organizations devoted to education, employment training, housing assistance, therapy, medical practices, multiple services, information and referral, safety, and legal issues. To visit the Autism Resources Center, visit theoceancountylibrary.org/autism.
Webinar: What’s Happening with Offshore Wind Energy in NJ?
OCEAN COUNTY – The Barnegat Bay Partnership (BBP) invites members of the community to attend a free webinar about offshore wind energy on December 1 from 7 to 8 p.m. New Jersey has set an ambitious renewable energy goal of supplying more than 3.2 million homes with offshore wind power by 2035. The Ocean Wind (Ørsted) and Atlantic Shores projects are on track to help
the state meet this goal. Webinar presenters from Ørsted and Atlantic Shores will provide an overview of their respective offshore wind projects and what they mean to the community. They will also give an update about each project’s progress and what lies ahead, and answer attendees’ questions. Registration is required; visit barnegatbaypartnership.org for a link to the registration page.
Seaside Park Announces Holiday Craft Show And Tree Lighting
SEASIDE PARK– The Borough of Seaside Park will be holding their Holiday Craft Show and Tree Lighting on December 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the police station lawn, 1 Municipal Plaza, Seaside Park.
There will be homemade crafts, jewelry, clothing, food and hot beverages. Don’t miss the special appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus. The tree lighting begins at 6 p.m.
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People with diabetes can experience blurry vision that causes objects to look out of focus. It can be understated or noticeable, can change throughout the day, and can come on slowly or quickly, depending on the cause. Long-term uncontrolled diabetes can lead to high blood sugar levels that gradually damage small blood vessels. As a result of this condition, called “diabetic retinopathy,” vision becomes blurred. With shortterm blurriness in diabetics, fluid can move into and out of the eye due to high blood sugar levels, causing the lens of the eye to swell and impede focusing ability. It is crucial for diabetics to determine whether their blurred vision is due to short- or long-term uncontrolled diabetes. Careful management of your diabetes is the best way to prevent vision loss. If you have diabetes, see your eye doctor for a yearly eye exam with dilation — even if your vision seems fine. Pregnancy may worsen diabetic retinopathy, so if you’re pregnant, your eye doctor may recommend additional eye exams throughout your pregnancy. To schedule an appointment, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622.
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HIRING NOW!! Looking for outgoing, positive, and engaging teachers to join our Toms River – Route 70 Goddard Family. We are primarily hiring teachers for our elementary school aged children to foster a learning environment in which these children can continue to do their elementary school work. This would include helping them with worksheets, zooms, google classrooms etc. Some of the great perks of being a part of the Goddard Family include a benefits package, paid time off, holiday events and free food and Goddard swag. Call today to inquire about this job posting and start as early as next week! We can be reached through phone at 732-363-5530 or email at TomsRiver2NJ@GoddardSchools.com.
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Needed Live In - Grandmotherly caregiver for 66 year old MR female. Large private bedroom and bath. Lite housekeeping and cooking. Car available. Small salary. Call 732-657-4714. (1)
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Restore Store Needs Volunteers
OCEAN COUNTY - Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity is looking for individuals to volunteer at our fantastic ReStore in Toms River. We have various volunteer opportunities and will fi nd the right fit for you! Volunteering is also wonderful for college applications and job resumes. Come join
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TOMS RIVER - In recognition of Veterans Day, members of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders placed a wreath at a monument commemorating World War I, World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, one of many markers located at the Ocean County Ad minist ration Building at Hooper Avenue and Washington Street, Toms River, acknowledging the service of our veterans to our Country, who work to preserve peace and protect our freedoms.
Ocean County is home to the largest veteran population in the state of New Jersey. This year marked the 75th anniversary of the ending of World War II. Pictured from left to right are Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Veterans Services Bureau, and Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines, liaison, Ocean County Cult ural and Heritage Commission.
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC: Treating Everything Below The Knee
By Michael Vandenberg Dr. Scott Amoss, DPM, CWS is a lot more than a “foot doctor,” as people often mistake podiatrists for. In reality, “we provide comprehensive lower extremity care,” he said. So yes, if your foot hurts, Dr. Amoss will be happy to help. However, that barely scratches the surface of all the conditions he sees and the treatments he provides. Dr. Amoss (pronounced like “famous Amoss”) grew up in nearby Ocean Township and has been connected to the Jersey Shore community and greater New Jersey area his entire life. Originally, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Rutgers and spent a few years in the chemical industry. However, that feeling of wanting to make a difference in people’s lives that drives all physicians caught hold of Dr. Amoss. He liked podiatry in particular because of its ability to help people really quickly. “You can immediately have a positive impact on someone’s life. They come in pain, and can leave virtually pain free.” Scott Amoss became Doctor Scott Amoss when he graduated fourth in his class with numerous honors from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2000. He then completed a two year residency focusing on orthopedic, vascular, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, in addition to training in internal and emergency medicine, dermatology, and radiology.
After that, Dr. Amoss knew it was time to go out on his own, so he opened Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists in Whiting. 17 years later, the practice is going strong and recently opened a new location in Toms River to be closer to Community Medical Center, where he’s a surgeon on staff. Critically, this new foothold also allows him, as a specialist in diabetic foot care, to help the growing diabetic community in the area. While expanding served a logistically necessary purpose, Advanced Foot & Ankle has never lost its personal touch. You’ll never just be passed off to whichever doctor is on the clock that day, because Dr. Amoss is proud to be a solo practitioner. “The patients see me and only me,” he said. “It’s good continuity of care.” His tight-knit support staff of seven ensures that you get the streamlined care you deserve. That’s crucial in the field of Podiatry because, after all, things can get serious when it comes to Diabetes and foot complications. Luckily, Dr. Amoss is an Amputation Prevention Specialist as well as a Certified Wound Specialist. Less serious conditions like hammertoes, ingrown nails, bunions, and athlete’s foot can be treated in the office, often during your initial visit! “We’re very conservative,” Dr. Amoss assures future patients. “I’m surgically trained but I only like to perform surgery when all other conservative means
One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute)
have been exhausted. It’s going to be painless.” He makes that possible by developing treatment plans for each specific patient. Rest assured, Advanced Foot & Ankle is fully equipped to do so as soon as you come in. Both offi ces have digital X-rays so they can almost instantly see what’s going on and review it with the patient. They also have a diagnostic ultrasound to diagnose soft tissue conditions, as well as a laser for treatment of pain and neuropathy, a painful nerve condition caused by diabetes and other issues. They even offer MicroVas therapy, which gives much needed relief to patients with high levels of diabetic neuropathy, as well as vascular or PAD testing. In addition to the most cutting edge podiatric technology, Advanced Foot & Ankle has professional-grade consumer products you need for immediate relief. They offer a great selection of diabetic shoes, for example, One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, as well as custom - made 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping orthotics which provide arch Center) support and help correct the
imbalance in patients’ feet. Advanced Foot & Ankle accepts most insurance plans. (Medicare covers one pair of diabetic shoes per year!) By having strategically-located offices, an experienced and focused staff, and tons of treatment methods and equipment at his disposal, Dr. Amoss is able to easily achieve his goal of getting you fast comfort and relief. When it comes to diseases like melanoma, for example, speed is absolutely critical. The most deadly form of skin cancer, melanoma has an especially poor prognosis on the foot because it often goes unnoticed for a long time. Dr. Amoss diagnosed several of these cases last year, which probably saved those patients’ lives. But sometimes conditions aren’t as complicated as much as some of the larger podiatrist offices try to let on. Dr. Amoss remembers one recent patient who came in after being with one such practice. “These eight doctors had exhausted all treatment options for this individual in pain,” he said. After years of getting the runaround, they told him there was noth-
ing they could do. The patient came limping into Advanced Foot & Ankle with what Dr. Amoss diagnosed in a matter of minutes as a simple corn on the tip of his toe. “We gave him a customized foot pad which helped him tremendously, and by the next day he came in to thank us and tell us how much better he was doing,” Dr. Amoss said. “He couldn’t believe he waited and wasted several years with this other group of doctors.” At Advanced Foot & Ankle, you’ll get fast and customized treatment from a doctor you can trust. Give them a call today at 732-350-0100 and their very accommodating staff will be able to make an appointment for you with Dr. Amoss right away. And as the “urgent care of the lower extremity,” emergency app oint ment s are also available. Advanced Foot & Ankle is located at 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping Center) and 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute). Or check out their website AdvFootandAnkle. com for more information.
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Officials: Protect Your Family From COVID This Holiday
By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – Although a possible pending vaccine may be on its way for COVID-19, the Ocean County Health Department is urging residents to still follow precautions. Recently, many states are experiencing a spike in COVID-19 cases. The public health community is reminding people that the pandemic isn’t over and individuals should still take caution. “We have to be very careful of a late stage increase in cases despite the news of a pending a COVID-19 vaccine,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. “You’ve heard the public health community say this a lot recently but everyone has got to stay the course and continue to adhere to all the safety precautions especially as people head indoors with the cooler weather and the holiday season fast approaching.” Currently, Ocean County is recovering from a recent surge in cases. Between October 14 and October 28, Ocean County averaged 64 new daily cases with the exception of one day back on October 18. New Jersey is also experiencing a rise in cases. “Ocean County has experienced a couple of positive weeks as far as cases,” explained Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) Public Health Coordinator/Health Officer. “I think people in Ocean County realized we needed to be more vigilant with safety measures and we’ve had more people getting tested. The Ocean County COVID-19 Drive Thru Test site at Ocean County College has tested 10,877 residents so far in 31 weeks. The goal is to keep the downward trend going as we shift back indoors and people come together for holiday parties, shopping, religious services and other gatherings.” With the holidays around the corner, the CDC has provided the following low risk tips to follow
this holiday season: • Preparing traditional family recipes for family and neighbors, especially those at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, and delivering them in a way that doesn’t involve contact with others. • Having a virtual dinner and sharing recipes with friends and family. • Shopping online rather than in person. • Watching sports events, parades, and movies from home. • Maintain a distance of at least 6 feet or more from people you don’t live with. Be particularly mindful in areas where it may be harder to keep this distance, such as restrooms and eating areas. • Avoid using restroom facilities at high traffic times, such as at the end of a public event. • Avoid busy eating areas, such as restaurants during high volume mealtimes, if you plan to eat out at a restaurant. • Minimize gestures that promote close contact. For example, do not shake hands, bump elbows, or give hugs. Instead wave and verbally greet others. Wear a mask at all times when around people who don’t live in your household to reduce the risk of spreading the virus. Avoid singing, chanting, or shouting, especially when not wearing a mask and within 6 feet of others. Get a flu shot. “Everybody has to make their own choice but we ask people to think about their health and the health of others during this festive time of year,” Regenye added. “If you haven’t received a flu shot yet, then now is the time. It won’t keep you from getting the coronavirus but it will help alleviate the burden on our health care system by reducing the number of people getting sick from influenza.” For more information regarding OCHD Flu Clinics, visit ochd.org.
Vo-Tech Promotes Heavy Equipment Operator Program
By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) recently held a craft advisory meeting about their New Heavy Equipment Operator (HEOP) Program. The OCVTS discussed how the new program will provide students with opportunities and its potential to support the industry. Many local businesses attended the Craft Advisory Meeting which included Earle Company, Shore Builders Association, Highway Equipment Company, Terminal Construction, Esposito Construction, Eosso Brothers Paving, Monmouth Ocean Development Council, Monmouth County Vocational School District, and Hunterdon County Vocational School District. The meeting involved a tour of the HEOP Program and allowed individuals to test drive in-class simulators and experience authentic learning in
action. The meeting also included topics such as recent program developments and vision for the future of OCVTS, planning, and development of the Heavy Equipment Operator Program, recruiting and the crucial role of the industry, pre-apprentice and apprenticeship opportunities, job placement, advisory feedback and recommendations for program improvement. The HEOP program is a pre-apprentice program that will provide students with the knowledge and skills required to operate heavy equipment in accordance with industry standards. Students will be learning industry-relevant, hands-on instruction that corresponds with the National Center for Construction Education Research (NCCER) Heavy Equipment Operations curriculum. Students will use state of the art in-class simulators and authentic learning opportunities to further their skills and eventually to operate actual machinery.
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Visitor Restrictions Placed At Some Hospitals As COVID Increases
By Chris Lundy NEW JERSEY – Some local hospitals have begun restricting visitors due to an increase in COVID-19 across the state. Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, Ocean Medical Center in Brick, and Southern Ocean Medical Center in Stafford have instituted new procedures. “As a network, we anticipated another surge of COVID activity and developed a 30-chapter COVID playbook providing our teams with extensive direction on every aspect of patient care, including best practices on keeping everyone at our medical centers and facilities safe from infection,” said Dr. Kenneth N. Sable, Regional President, Hackensack Meridian Health, Southern Market. “This preparation includes stockpiling several months supply of PPE, expanded ICU capacities, rapid COVID testing, and better patient management strategies.” Restrictions began on November 15 and were still in place as of press time. The restrictions are expected to be temporary.
Investigation Leads To Gun, Drug Arrests
By Chris Lundy JACKSON – After receiving allegations of drug activity at a Bryant Drive home, the township police Special Enforcement Unit pulled over the resident’s vehicle and arrested him. Eduardo Bustamante-Ferrer, 24, of Jackson was charged with possession of controlled dangerous substance, possession of CDS with the intent to distribute, possession of CDS with the intent to distribute in a school zone and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was processed and later lodged in the Ocean County Jail. The investigation came during the week of November 4 at his Bryant Drive address. Between his vehicle and his home, police said they found more than 17 pounds of marijuana, over 300 THC vape cartridges, THC wax, paraphernalia used in the packaging and sale of marijuana and a .40 caliber handgun with a defaced serial number. Also seized was more than $13,000 in cash, a 2015 Acura TLX and multiple cell phones. A warrant was issued for Luis Ramirez, age 25 for possession of a defaced firearm and possession of a high capacity magazine. Mr. Ramirez was a resident of the Bryant Drive residence and is also known to stay at a residence on Coventry Drive in Lakewood. Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.
They are explained in detail here: hackensackmeridianhealth.org/covid19/visitor-restrictions/ There are general changes for all buildings and specific ones for each medical facility. They involve number of visitors, and that visitors should wear masks and be symptom free. The rules are subject to change, so visiting this site is the best way to know for sure that you are seeing the most up-to-date information.
Some rules did not change, Sable said. For example, staff have been tested for the virus or antibodies on a regular basis. There are still temperature screening and other monitoring of people coming to the hospital. COVID-19 patients have a different area of treatment and pathways in the buildings than non-COVID-19 patients. Disinfecting, social distancing, and cleaning and sanitizing of all areas have continued to be done.
Additionally, there have been “above and beyond” measures such as using ultra violet light cleaning and fogging and testing air, water and surfaces. Other hospitals in the area are run by RWJBarnabas Health. A spokesperson there state that currently there are no visitor restrictions at Community Medical Center in Toms River, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood.
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Around The Jersey shore Former Ocean County Man Charged Again With Child Pornography By Alyssa Riccardi WARETOWN – An Atlantic County man who formerly lived in Waretown has now been charged with child porn again after previously being charged in 2012. On November 13, authorities filed an indictment against Stephen Tisch, 36, of Minotola on one count each of possession and distribution of child pornography. According to authorities, Tisch shared images of child sexual abuse on an online social media forum. Investigators also discovered images depicting the sexual ex-
ploitation of children on Tisch’s cellphone. In 2012, Tisch was suspected of being a part of a child pornography distribution network. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office said Tisch’s home was determined to be a “distribution point for the online distribution of pornographic images of children.” Tisch faces a minimum of 10 years and a maximum of 20 years in prison, if convicted as a repeat offender of a possession of child pornography charge. Distribution of child pornography can give Tisch an additional 15 to 40 years in prison if convicted.
Santa Claus Is Coming To Jackson
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Even in a pandemic, Kris Kringle will make his way to the township and other communities for the holidays. Mayor Michael Reina said he contacted the North Pole home of Santa Claus and his elves and once again scheduled a meeting with that jolly red suited soul to personally hand deliver Santa letters written by children of Jackson Township.
In order to ensure that Santa has enough time to write a letter back before Christmas, all letters must be received in the Mayor’s office by December 11. Letters should be addressed to: Santa Claus c/o Mayor Michael Reina, 95 West Veterans Highway, Jackson, NJ 08527. The mayor stressed that parents be sure that the child’s name, age, and address are clearly legible.
Church To Hold Craft & Vendor Fair
TOMS RIVER – The East Dover Baptist Church, 974 Bay Ave, will be hosting their Very Merry Craft & Vendor Fair (outdoors).
Come and support small businesses, talented artisans, vendors, and food trucks! The event will take place on December 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Around The Jersey Shore State Mandates Workplace COVID-19 Safety Rules
By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – Due to a recent increase in COVID-19 cases, New Jersey has mandated that private and public employers need to implement uniform health and safety standards to prevent and protect workers against the coronavirus. On October 28, Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order requiring employers to follow protocols as of November 5. The guidelines are as followed: • Workers to keep at least 6 feet from each other “to the maximum extent possible.” • Workers and visitors to wear a face mask, with limited exceptions. • Employers to provide masks to workers at the company’s expense. • Employers to provide workers, customers, and visitors with sanitizing materials at the company’s expense. • Employers to conduct daily health checks of workers, such as temperature screenings, visual symptom checking, and more. • Employers to notify workers when there is possible exposure to the virus. • Employers to provide workers with breaks throughout the day to wash their hands. • Employers. to routinely clean and disinfect frequently touched areas in accordance to state and federal guidelines. The state Labor Department has also created an
online complaint form for workers to submit so that the department and the state Health Department can investigate protocols. Safety training will be included within the protocol for employers. Murphy stated how the state needed to create the standards because the federal government has not established federal guidelines. New Jersey is now the only state in America to “leverage its public sector-only jurisdiction to protect workers in the private sector from COVID-19,” state Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo said. “We now have the essential tools and resources we need to ensure businesses are operating safely, and our economy is moving forward,” Asaro-Angelo added. “By protecting New Jerseyans in the workplace, we are lessening the health risks to families and communities. As more people return to work, the high standards we have set today will be critical in maintaining our public health.” The Protect NJ Workers Coalition led a six-month campaign urging Murphy to take action to protect employees against COVID-19. The new order came as a result of the campaign and also due to a rise in cases. 1,682 more positive tests and 14 more deaths have occurred in New Jersey for COVID-19 while 1,010 patients hospitalized with confirmed or suspected cases. State officials stated how this is the 11th straight day of more than 1,000 new cases, this occurring for the first time since early July.
MAKE CHANA MASALA YOUR NEW WEEKNIGHT DINNER HERO By America’s Test Kitchen
The allure of chana masala, arguably one of North India’s most popular vegetarian dishes, is multifaceted. It’s visually stunning, incredibly fragrant, and, most importantly, downright flavorful. It’s also a practical dish that can be prepared in less than an hour using ingredients you probably already have on hand. We made a couple of discoveries that gave our recipe layers of flavor. For one, we opted for canned chickpeas because their flavor and texture were nearly indistinguishable from those of chickpeas that are cooked from dried, and we didn’t drain them because the canning liquid added body and savory depth to the dish. We also found that adding stronger foundational spices such as cumin, turmeric, and fennel seeds at the beginning of cooking ensured that they permeated the dish, and reserving the sweet, delicate garam masala until near the end preserved its aroma. A generous garnish of chopped onion, sliced chile, and cilantro added so much vibrancy, texture, and freshness that you’d never guess that most of the ingredients in the recipe were from the pantry.
CHANA MASALA Serves 4 to 6
1 small red onion, quartered, divided 10 sprigs fresh cilantro, stems and leaves separated 1 (1 1/2-inch) piece ginger, peeled and chopped coarse 2 garlic cloves, chopped coarse 2 serrano chiles, stemmed, halved, seeded and sliced thin crosswise, divided 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 (14.5-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, undrained 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala 1/2 teaspoon table salt Lime wedges 1. Chop three-quarters of an onion coarse; reserve the remaining quarter for garnish. Cut cilantro stems into 1-inch lengths. Process chopped onion, cilantro stems, ginger, garlic and half of the serranos in a food processor until finely chopped, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary, about 20 seconds. Combine the onion mixture and oil in large saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the onion is fully softened and beginning to stick to saucepan, 5 to 7 minutes. 2. While the onion mixture cooks, process tomatoes and their juice in the now-empty food processor until smooth, about 30 seconds. Add paprika, cumin, turmeric and fennel seeds to the onion mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in chickpeas and their liquid and processed tomatoes and bring to boil. Adjust heat to maintain the simmer, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes. While mixture cooks, chop reserved onion fine. 3. Stir garam masala and salt into the chickpea mixture and continue to cook, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are softened and sauce is thickened, 8 to 12 minutes longer. Season with salt to taste. Transfer to a wide, shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle with chopped onion, remaining serranos and cilantro leaves and serve, passing lime wedges separately. Recipe notes: Because the sodium contents of canned chickpeas and tomatoes vary, we include only a small amount of salt in this recipe; season with additional salt at the end of cooking if needed. If you prefer a spicier dish, leave the seeds in the serrano chiles.
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