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Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts helped clean up the cemetery By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – History isn’t something that stays in books. It’s a living, breathing body of work that is constantly growing. In the same way that you can’t remember being a baby, no one is still around who lived during the township’s formative years.

Well, let’s amend that. Some of them are still here. If you know where to look. In the downtown grid of streets, one area stands out among the municipal buildings and law oﬃces. It’s a cemetery at the corner of Hooper Avenue and Washington Street. Here, you’ll find

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a few Revolutionary War soldiers. You’ll see familiar names on stones. But mostly, this is a place full of people who were t r ying to build their lives and wound up building a town. J. Mark Mutter, township historian and retired clerk, gave the tour to Scout troops

one recent morning. He told the stories of the people he k new about, like Timothy Page, who was born in what is now Cattus Island County Park. He was a lookout during the Revolutionary War. “He’s the fi rst person we’re going to visit,” Mutter told the boys. (Scouts - See Page 4)

Schools Launching Dual Enrollment With OCC

TOMS RIVER – The local school district has pa r t nered w it h Ocean Count y College to Dual Enrollment with OCC a Huge Plus for TRRS Students, Parents Enhanced College Credit Program Will Launch Next Year Nov. 17, 2020: High s cho ol s t u d e nt s a t Toms River Region-

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Accreditation application process. “The benefits of this arrangement reach far and wide, and it’s diﬃcult for me to overstate the positive impact this will have for our students and families,” said Superintendent David Healy. “This will increase our course offerings, boost the profile of our Career

Academies, increase academic achievement and produce more college-ready graduates, and ultimately provide significant cost savings for our families.” The rollout for this enhanced dual enrollment program will be September 2021. Students will have the option to take OCC-level

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Emotional Supports In Place For Students With COVID

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – When a student is diagnosed with COVID-19, contact tracers will tell everyone they’ve been close to, in order to warn them, and to slow the spread to others. The identity of the student is not made public in order to protect their privacy. But this is 2020. News spreads. Kids find out who is sick. Even if the kids are learning from home, they are all connected on their remote devices. They are texting and group chatting. Soon, everyone knows. This adds a new wrinkle for district leaders in trying to prevent bullies which might be literally adding insult to injury. Districts throughout the area were contacted for this article about what emotional supports are in place for students who have (COVID - See Page 2)

Local GOP Leader To Appeal Conviction Again By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – An inf luential Republican leader will continue to appeal his conviction for tax evasion and fraud. Former Ocean County GOP Chairman George R. Gilmore, 71, of Toms River, was convicted of not paying federal income tax for his employees and lying on a loan application. He was sentenced to one year and one day in prison. He had appealed that, but that appeal was shot down earlier this month. The appellate panel upheld his 2019 conviction. Now, another appeal is on the horizon. His attorney, Kevin Marino, said that they are petitioning for the entire appellate court to rehear the case-not just a panel. (Local - See Page 6)

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Continued From Page 1 tested positive and might be targeted by their peers. All of them spoke of how this would fall under anti-bullying curriculum in general that is in place throughout the year. Character education includes how to treat others and how to respond to and report bullying, district officials said. They had not been made aware of any specific cases of bullying over COVID diagnoses. “The one area that is stressed is confidentiality,” Manchester Superintendent David Trethaway said. “Students do not necessarily want others to know about the situation other than the nurse. The nurses are the main contact with the students. They share with students and families that if they have any issues that would be related to bullying or any other issues, they could contact guidance or the nurses directly. That would be their option. The administration is also aware of any social media posts that may be detrimental to the student.” Berkeley Township District Superintendent James Roselli said that the social and emotional health of the students are a big component of education. Staff have

been cognizant of the issues that children have been having, and have been working to address them. “We’ve been providing emotional support throughout the year, because there are kids having trouble with this in general,” he said. “We make sure we are following all of our procedures to be consistent and safe,” Central Regional Superintendent Triantafi llos Parlapanides said. “Guidance plays a part in the process in that they change the student to all virtual for the two weeks. Our students are very good in understanding” that if someone gets infected and has to quarantine that it is not a reason to treat them any differently. Barnegat Superintendent Brian Latwis was interviewed for this article earlier in the season and only had one student test positive at that time. He said that emotional supports are in place for students but that has not been an issue the district had encountered. In Toms River, there is a district-wide Youth Counseling Program in place thanks to an H. Hovnanian Foundation grant, spokesman Michael Kenny said. This program is not specific to COVID but was in place before the coronavirus hit. Every student has access to it, so the emotional supports are in place.

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Continued From Page 1 He pointed out the age on the tombstone: 19. “He was a teenager,” he said, putting it into perspective. Some of the history was framed with Toms River’s part in the Revolutionary War. The town was formed in 1767, and blood was shed here in the battle of Toms River. “We call it a battle because we’re from Toms River. It was probably more of a large skirmish,” Mutter said. The scouts didn’t come with books and notebooks; they had rakes and gloves. After the lesson, they cleaned up the cemetery. It was full of fall leaves and branches. Some things, of course, they couldn’t do anything

about: There were tombstones that were toppled, cracked, worn down by weather to be unreadable. But the thing about history is that you don’t just read it and put it back on the shelf. You have to nurture it, care for it, shine it up and show it off. Cubmaster Jeff McElwee said that the clean-up is part of a service project for the boys. “We clean up the area and remind everyone of the importance of it,” he said. Scoutmaster George Rose said history is a big part of scouting. They’ve been to places like Gettysburg and Valley Forge. “You travel (to these historical sites) and you always forget what’s in your own back yard,” he said.

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Continued From Page 1 Original Charges As a partner and shareholder at Gilmore & Monahan, he was in control of the law firm’s financials. This firm has since closed and his partner and employees were not charged. For tax quarters ending March 31, 2016 and June 30, 2016, the firm withheld tax payments from its employees’ checks, but Gilmore did not pay them in full to the IRS. Additionally, he applied for a Uniform Residential Loan Application (URLA) to obtain refinancing of a mortgage loan for $1.5 million with a “cash out” provision that provided Gilmore would obtain cash from the loan on Nov. 21, 2014. On Jan. 22, 2015, he updated the application, failing to disclose outstanding 2013 tax liabilities and personal loans he got from other people. He had received $572,000 from the cash out portion of the loan. The jury was not able to reach a decision on the charge of tax evasion for years 2013, 2014, and 2015, the court spokesman said. He was acquitted of two charges of filing false tax returns for calendar years 2013 and 2014. He had a sentencing hearing on January 22. There, he was sentenced to a year and a day in Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institution. He had also been sentenced to three years of probation after that. The sentencing judge did not fine Gilmore for any of his offenses, but said he would end up paying “about a million a year” in contract penalties. The sentencing judge ordered mental health treatment. First Appeal Instead of paying taxes, he had been spending a great deal on home remod-

eling and lavish decorations, reportedly on such things as a mammoth tusk and a statue of George Washington. During the appeal handled by his attorney, Marino alleged that the trial did not include expert psychiatric testimony regarding his claim of having a hoarding disorder that made him spend lavishly on personal expenses. In the non-precedential ruling written by Judge Thomas Hardiman for a threejudge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, the court rejected four separate claims raised by Gilmore. It agreed with the government that the trial judge properly excluded the psychiatric expert. Gilmore contended that testimony would have negated his intent to commit the charged tax crimes. The court also rejected Gilmore’s challenges to the jury instructions and sufficiency of evidence. Political Connections Gilmore is the grandson of late Seaside Heights mayor J. Stanley Tunney, of which the Tunney bridge between Toms River and Seaside is named. Gilmore’s law firm did work for a number of towns, which dissolved their contracts with him after his arrest. He also had to step down from being chairman of the county Republicans. Frank Holman took his place, but he is reportedly still very inf luential in local politics. In fact, several sources stated that he persuaded local Republicans to back David Richter in the 3rd District Congressional race. Richter ultimately lost to incumbent Andy Kim. Gilmore has remained active in politics, attending county events and forming a political consulting firm with Freeholder Jack Kelly.

Reaching For Water Bottle Causes Driver To Crash By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Police said reaching for a water bottle while driving caused enough of a distraction to make the vehicle veer off the road and overturn. The crash took place on December 8

at around 7:30 a.m. at the intersection of Lakehurst Road and Camelot Place. Richard Sheridan, 68 of Bayville, told police he was reaching for a bottle of water when his vehicle drifted off the road to the right, striking a utility pole and lighted sign before overturning and sustaining extensive damage. Sheridan suffered lacerations to his hands in the crash. Toms River Traﬃc Safety Oﬃcer David Bartoshek is investigating. Police reported that there was no indication of driver impairment. He was cited with Careless Driving.

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

Kim: Town Hall Call Gave Info On Health Care During COVID

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3 rd ) held a telephone town hall where he discussed how constituents can sign up for Get Covered NJ and provided an update on the ongoing coronavirus crisis. This was the Congressman’s 28th town hall since he was sworn into oﬃce in January 2019. Congressman Kim was joined by Marlene Caride, Commissioner of the New

Je r s e y D e p a r t m e nt of Banking and Insurance (DOBI); Maura Collinsgru, Health Care Program Director of New Jersey Citizen Action; Barbara Scholz, Director of Advocacy and Programs of Fulfill (formerly the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties); and Pam Gray, Senior Navigator with the Navigator Exchange Prog ram at the Center for Family Services. The pan-

elists provided updates and answered questions on how New Jersey residents can sign up and receive subsidies through the new statebased health care exchange. Other issues raised on the town hall include: when an approved coronavirus vaccine will be distributed, inquiries about other health care deadlines, and the latest on a coronavirus relief package. Last year, Congressman

Kim passed the bipartisan SAVE Act, which would strengthen the Affordable Care Act by helping states like New Jersey establish their state-based exchanges. “The New Jersey state health care exchange is a great way for people to fi nd coverage for them and their families, and I want to thank my guests who provided critical information for people to sign up,”

said Congressman Kim. “I look forward to working in the next Congress to strengthen the Affordable Care Act and f ind new ways to expand quality, affordable health care for New Jerseyans.” “When I was sworn into office, I made a promise that I would hold a town hall every month. I’m proud that we’ve held 28 over the past two years, and of the conversations we’ve had together,”

said Congressman Kim. “We’ve highlighted issues that truly impact our community. From flooding to the opioid epidemic and from our troops in Afghanistan to a potential COVID-19 vaccine, I’ve been able to take your thoughts and ideas from these town halls and advocate for them in Congress. I look forward to continue the conversation as we begin a new year and a new Congress.”

Murphy: Unemployment Insurance Benefits Expanded

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation (A4852) expanding eligibility for extended UI benefits to claimants who either had been eligible for regular UI benefits prior to exhausting those benefits or earned 40 times their unemployment weekly benefits rate. Per prior law, eligibility for extended U I bene fits, which offer up to an additional 20 weeks of benefits, was limited to claimants who satisfied both criteria. “We have an obligation to make sure that New Jerseyans can stay af loat during these extraordinarily challenging times.” said Gover nor Mur phy. “W hile we desperately need the federal government to step up, we’re doi ng ou r pa r t to help working people weather the storm. This law will help many residents that were previously ineligible for extended UI benefits to get the financial relief that they earned and deserve.” “We applaud the Legislature and the Governor for enacting this legislation, which will provide extended unemployment benefits for tens of thousands of additional workers at a time when they

most need the support,” said Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo. Primar y sponsors for A4852 include Assemblymembers Yvonne Lopez, Craig Coughlin, Vincent Mazzeo and Senators Joseph Vit ale and Nellie Pou. “As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to surge in New Jersey with no clear end in sight, we must do everything in our power to bolster our unemployment program and help unemployed workers through this difficult time,” said A s s e mbly s p on s or s of the bill Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez, Assembly Sp e a ke r Cr aig Coug hli n, a nd Assembly ma n Vince Mazzeo, in a joint s t at e me nt . “ Unc e r t a i n times call for innovative measures and extending unemployment benef its for eligible workers under this new law will certainly help bridge the gap for workers to find new employment opportunities.” “In the spring, millions of people became unemployed through no fault of their own, and have since b e e n r e c e iv i ng u n e m ployment benefits while they continue to look for work. However, for some these benefits are set to run out in the middle of

December, leaving countless New Jersey residents without any financial secu r it y for t he foresee able future,” said Senator Joseph Vitale. “This is an essential piece of legislation that will ensure New Jersey’s extended benef its program eligibility is evaluated in the most generous way possible under federal law. Our residents need help, now, to pay thei r bills and survive during this pandemic. This bill will help them do that.” “The pandemic has ravaged the state’s economy and left far too many families without any financial security other than their unemployment benefits. These benefits were set to expire in the coming weeks, but thanks to today’s signing that won’t be the case,” said Senator Nellie Pou. “Despite very good news about a COVID-19 vaccine, this public health crisis will likely continue well into the new year and we have a responsibilit y to ou r residents to ensure they receive the financial support they need.” Cla i m a nt s of Fe d e ral-State Unemployment Insurance Program benef its are entitled to 26 weeks of regular unem-

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ployment in New Jersey. The CAR ES Act offers up to 13 additional weeks of unemployment benefits t h r ou g h t he Pa nde m ic Emergency Unemployment Compensation prog r a m. A f t e r clai m a nt s exhaust their 26 weeks of State unemployment plus 13 weeks of federal Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation, claimants are eligible for extended benefits. Twenty weeks of extended benefits are available during “high unemployment pe-

riods.” The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development announced on July 1 that it would begin providing 20 we e k s of ex t e nd e d u nemploy ment to New Jersey workers who have exhausted their State and federal jobless benefits. The additional 20 weeks of benefits brings to 59 the maximum number of weeks an eligible claimant may receive unemployment benefits. Under prior State unemployment law, a claimant

qualifies for extended benefits, only if the claimant had been eligible for regular UI benefits prior to exhausting those benefits and was paid wages during the base year of the claimant’s applicable benefit year 40 times the claimant’s weekly benefit rate. A4852 permits the claimant to be eligible for the extended benefits if the claimant had been eligible for regular UI benefits prior to exhausting those benefits or earned 40 times their unemployment weekly benefit rate.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

E DITORIAL Is It Too Late To Shop Local? The common refrain this time of year is to shop local. Spending your money in your own community has multiple benefits. Your money goes to the employees and the shop owner, all of whom live around here. Small businesses generally pay their employees better than corporate ones. They will, in turn, spend their pay in the community. The store spends money on a supply chain that’s only a few steps removed from here. It’s a win-win for all involved. When I wrote the headline for this editorial, I didn’t mean it might be too late in the season. I mean it might be too late for the community. Decades ago, the people who run our towns zoned land for commercial development. They anticipated large buildings that they can tax. And places for people to shop. They couldn’t have foreseen what really happened. But maybe they should have. I remember working at Encore Books on Hooper Avenue in Toms River, watching the land across the road be cleared for what would eventually be Target. Encore Books is long gone now. Wal-Mart and Target eliminated small shops. Petco and PetSmart eliminated small pet stores. Home Depot and Lowe’s eliminated locally

run hardware stores. Once again, our government failed us and we have to pick up the slack. Convenience is king, which is why it’s become so easy to shop on Amazon rather than Wal-Mart. You might have had loyalty to a small, locally run shop. But now that those are gone, there’s less guilt in shopping online. No one has loyalty to WalMart. Nor should they. That company treats its employees like garbage. This is not to take away from the many small shops that have still managed to survive in this climate. I know some small shops that I’ll order from even though it’s easier and cheaper to get stuff online. I do this because I’m financially able to spend a few extra bucks. Not everyone is able to do so. Urge your mayors and town officials to zone available land for small businesses. Or ask them to rezone land with empty shops into walkable, convenient areas for shoppers to get to. Any large area (like an abandoned spot on Route 37 or Route 72) should be zoned or rezoned to become destination shopping areas. Tell your government to support small businesses. Chris Lundy News Editor

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Let’s Move Forward Together Well now that Michigan & Pennsylvania have certified their presidential election results and the President has given the go ahead to the GSA to begin the process of transitioning from one administrator to another it is my sincere hope we can get back to a place where we can disagree respectfully and our debates can be on policy and not hatred. President Trump has nobody to blame but himself for his loss. His loss was not due to his policies, but his behavior and his total disrespect for the oﬃce he was elected to and we are all paying the price, especially the 70 million voters who supported him. It is my sincere hope he handles the next month in a manner befitting his oﬃce. I wish President-Elect Biden a nd Vice P resident-Elect Harris all the luck in the world because if they are successful all of us as Americans will be the true winners. Scott Martin Jackson

Local GOP Did More Than Federal I’m proud of the local Republican leaders who have treated the pandemic with the seriousness it deserves. Right away, they started the testing center at (Ocean County College) and they even had a location to sterilize emergency vehicles. I wouldn’t have even thought about cleaning ambulances and the like. But they did and they made it happen. Towns – mostly led by Republicans – cancelled local events reluctantly. They did it to keep people safe. They stepped up because the federal Republicans backed down. Now, they’re starting to get bored of the pandemic and I don’t blame them but I’m hoping that they stick

Letters To The EditorJFK’s spirit continues to to the program and keep helping us. The CDC recommends testing centers and contact tracing. The White House said no. They wanted to sweep it all under the rug. The county had to open testing centers, and do their own contact tracing, because it was all too much work for the federal government – which is in a better position to do so. So, Trump would rather us spend our money than to do it on a federal level. Back in the spring, the Post Oﬃce had a plan to send every American reusable face masks. The White House nixed it. There was a COVID relief bill that would give everyone money to stay home from work. The bill is still sitting on Mitch McConnell’s desk. The Senate has gone on vacation – again! People in other countries are receiving more than a thousand dollars a month for this. Our country has forgotten its own people. Other countries are having concerts and returning to normal but we’re still here, dying at a rate of more than a thousand a day, because our federal government just doesn’t care. John Berent Toms River

A Day To Remember A “Day to Remember” for two reasons. Dec. 7 is “The day of infamy Pearl Harbor” and the day Joe Namath and Joe Thiesmann (former pro footballers) will stop their never-ending telling us seniors “Do we have the right medical coverage?” day and night. Oh, by the way, (a writer’s) letter about Congressman Pascrell is right on the ball. As a former north Jersey resident and voter, in my opinion the only action Pascrell did with enthusiasm was endorsing his Congressional paycheck! Bill McPhail Toms River

JFK’s Call To Action Relevant Today

For those of us who remember that dark November day 57 years ago, the image is as vivid today as it was then. The limousine, the cheering crowds, the shots, confusion, the fear and disbelief. The assassination of President John F. Kennedy, one of the darkest days in American history, continues to haunt Americans of all ages. Ken nedy brought optimism to the White House, an optimism that t ranscended politics and gave t h e n a t io n ho p e fo r a brighter future. P re side nt Ke n nedy’s youth also forged a new generation of young people who were drawn to public service. I credit President Kennedy and his call on Americans to give their all as one of the reasons I became a teacher and decided to run for public oﬃce. As the anniversary of his tragic death (goes by), I ask all residents to remember the man, the man who brought out the best in all of us. The president was also a champion for the underdog. He called on his fellow citizens to lend a helping hand to those who needed it most. A s t he hol id ay sea son approaches, I call on all Americans to take President Kennedy’s challenge a nd help t he poor a nd needy in their local communities. What better way to remember this great man and his legacy than by opening our hearts and helping those less fortunate? More than half a century after his tragic death,

be a beacon for generations of Americans. Truly an eternal fl ame of hope and charity. Let us always continue the work that he began. Joseph H. Vicari Toms River

A Question For Trump I have a question for President Donald Trump. It is a quote from counsel Joseph Welch aimed at Senator Joseph McCarthy during the Army-McCarthy hearings on August 31, 1954. “Have you no sense of decency, sir? At long last, have you left no sense of decency!” John J. Radlinsky Whiting

Letters To Gov. Murphy I want to express my gratitude to Governor and Mrs. Murphy for leading me and my NJ community through this unprecedented time of immeasurable challenges. I thank them from the bottom of my heart. Over the years I have sent many letters to the Governor’s desk of concern and consternation - my comfort is knowing I am heard. The response is meaningful and a skilled trait of a leader. My next letter to Gov. Mu r phy m ig ht not be so complimentary; perhaps a bit more pointed in concer ns of policies but again, I know, it will resonate with reasoning and efforts in governance. Jeanine Feaman Toms River

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COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

Safe Exchange Zone Set Up For Shoppers

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A Safe Exchange Zone has been set up for people to pick up items that they buy online. No, this is not a place for people to exchange presents with each other. This is a spot to meet up with someone when you buy an item online. Some people in cyberspace don’t have your best interests in mind. Local police stations have been responding to this by designating a spot for residents to pick up items from strangers in a safe location. The one in Toms River is in the parking lot of the police department, located at 255 Oak Avenue. There are two parking spaces designated, and you can tell which ones they are by the green striping and posted signs. The purpose of the Safe Exchange Zone is

to add a layer of security to the exchange of online transactions from websites such as Craig’s List, eBay, LetGo, and other online marketplaces as well as private sales and even safe child custody exchanges, police said. However, it is important to note that Toms River Township employees will not act as witnesses. They also won’t take part of any transaction. The spaces are monitored by 24-hour surveillance, though. The spot is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. However, the transactions should be done during daylight hours for people’s safety. While residents are encouraged to use this spot for a variety of legal reasons, they should not be used for the exchange of weapons, controlled dangerous substances or paraphernalia.

Toms River Motor Vehicle Closed Until Dec. 22

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The State Motor Vehicle Commission announced on December 9 that the Toms River location will be closed due to an employee testing positive for COVID-19.

In a tweet, the commission noted that it will reopen on Tuesday, December 22. The Toms River location was not the only one closed. Several locations across the state have had intermittent closings this year.

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Continued From Page 1 courses at a reduced rate and earn college credits. Certificates (30 credits) and associate degrees (60 credits) will be available in pathways such as business, science, manufacturing, graphic arts, and IT. There will be opportunities for assistance based on need, which includes standard student scholarships through the college. OCC Executive Director of Academic Success Dr. Henry Jackson presented a snapshot of the program during a public committee meeting Nov. 11. He stressed that the program is fully optional-- the courses will be offered regardless of robust or minimal enrollment-- and spoke of its advantages. “The goal here is to allow your students the option to take these courses and earn college credits,” Dr. Jackson said. “Ultimately, they’ll be able to utilize our entire OCC course catalogue.” Students who complete between 12 and 24 college credits, Dr. Jackson explained, are at a distinct advantage when applying to colleges. With credits under their belt, students can apply for sophomore programs at colleges and universities. Not only does this potentially save parents a year of tuition; it gives students a competitive edge. Rather than contending with the biggest pool of college applicants, graduates with credits become more appealing to colleges seeking to fill a sophomore class that typically dwindles after freshmen drop out or transfer. “I know firsthand what this level of college readiness can mean for families since my daughter recently graduated High School South and OCC with an associate degree in math,” said Board President Anna Polozzo. “What’s uniquely special about this dual enrollment program is that OCC works so well with our high school kids to ensure that their college credits are relevant and applicable. Having recently gone through this process, I’ve seen the disappointment of students who learn, for example, that their AP credits don’t count. That’s not the case here. OCC, in combination with our teachers and guidance counselors, is truly preparing our students for college, and giving them genuine leverage. Every parent in the district should be jumping for joy at this news.”

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The journey to this point began years ago and, under the direction of Superintendent Healy, was spearheaded by former Assistant Superintendent Dr. Marc Natanagara and then Director of Curriculum Norma DiNoia. That torch has been successfully carried by Assistant Superintendent Cara DiMeo, Director of 6-12 Curriculum Estee Mailot, and Supervisor of Educational Technology Tiffany Lucey. “This is a matter of equity,” said DiMeo. “Not only will dual enrollment help our Career Academy and general education students; it meets the needs of our at-risk learners who might not have otherwise pursued a college pathway. “This is truly momentous for the district, a product of years of hard work by many people from different organizations working together in the interest of students. We couldn’t be prouder.” That the district has the capacity to implement this program is a testament to its strong working relationship with OCC, top-level support, and its own efforts to foster career readiness. Last week TRRS attained Phase 1 approval for its Perkins application which, once fully approved, will release more than $90,000 for this school year in support of CTE programs of study which offer dual enrollment, including strands in manufacturing, finance, and digital arts. OCC’s own Perkins funding can be redirected toward these efforts as well, and tuition for these courses will be partially rerouted to the district by OCC to help sustain the program. Initiatives like the Career Academies and high-level grants that have supported or required college pathways-- all of which were buoyed by board support and active administrative involvement-- laid the foundation for enhanced dual enrollment. “Without the [Toms River] school board’s support, and Mr. Healy’s support, we wouldn’t have been able to do this,” said Dr. Jackson. Extensive planning is underway among administrators, curriculum writers, educators, and guidance counselors to design and align the courses and develop the coursework, which will be rigorous, and work out the remaining details and logistics. More information will be provided in the coming months, and enhanced dual enrollment will anchor the launch of the 2020-2021 school year.

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─Photo courtesy Toms River Lions Club Pictured (left to right): Lion Valerie Mc Kee, PID and Club President, Mel Bray, PCS and Club Secretary, Marion Goldberg. TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Lions Club in 16 L volunteered at the NJ Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center in late November. Each person was masked and gloved to begin the sorting process that is so urgently needed. The Center has been receiving glasses in bags, boxes and on pallets from individuals, clubs and commercial eyeglass centers all during the lockdown for the COVID-19 virus. Boxes are stacked almost to the ceiling everywhere and in need of volunteers. The NJLERC is under the direction of PCC Alan Brewer of the Flemington Lions Club and the operations manager Jim Spada. Mr. Spada deals with the volunteers in an eﬃcient manner as he instructed them with the process of sorting and then in keeping them always in a new supply of glasses as they sorted through them. The facility is currently open by appointment for volunteers due to the COVID-19 virus for small groups to come to sort the eyeglasses. It is located on the campus of the Katzenbach School for the Deaf in West Trenton, NJ. The maximum number of people that could be accepted to volunteer is currently 10 as suggested by state and local laws due to the social distancing needed inside. The volunteers would search through and sort the glasses into bins marked Bifocals, Single Lens glasses, plastic scrap and metal scrap and yes – sunglasses too. The job is a little time consuming but necessary to prepare for the next step which is to send off cleansing the approved glasses. Some are sent to the NJ prison system. That is where some men have been trained in the cleansing process. Then additional inmates have been trained in the use of a lens-ometer. This is equipment that reads the prescription of each lens in the glasses. This training helps prepare them for a job as they leave the prison system. 80 percent of all glasses donated are recovered as usable with this system. Each lens is marked and the eye glasses are sealed and sent back to the facility to be used as doctors request them for their annual trips to needy foreign countries. Those countries are usually in Africa, South America

and Asia. The scrap metal and scrap plastic bulk are sold. This money helps with the funding of the project along with many Lions clubs’ donations to NLERC. They accept donations from the general public as well. During the three and a half hours spent, there were approximately 3000 to 3500 eyeglasses that were handled. That was just a small dent in the amount at the location. The virus has kept so many volunteers away. But as you can see, the need is great, the facility is constantly cleaned and the glasses keep coming in but need to go out also. Each doctor could easily request 5,000 to 10,000 glasses for his trip abroad. Without the volume of glasses these doctors could not assist in the healing of eye diseases that are prevalent in these areas. Although this operation is in District 16L, Lions from all over the state and out of NJ have come to give their assistance to this extremely worthwhile operation. In addition to Lions and Leos volunteering, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, corporate groups routinely volunteer at NJLERC. We were impressed with the process and have a renewed respect for our gift of sight and a better understanding of the importance eyeglasses can bring to those who do not have them. Mel Bray, President of the Toms River Lions stated,” Eyesight is a gift that we take for granted in this country. Those in impoverished areas do not have access to basic glasses and sunglasses.” The NJLERC is one of nine such facilities in the country plus Europe and Asia with the NJ Center being the busiest in the country processing millions of glasses yearly. It was an uplifting experience seeing millions of eyeglasses and doing a part to bring a smile to the face of someone who could now see for the first time, or a child that will not get cataracts due to excessive sun exposure. What a worthy cause! Find the time to volunteer by contacting NJERC@aol.com or by calling A. Brewer 1-908-244-9996 for information to schedule an appointment to volunteer.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE State Urges Residents To Get Their Flu Shot This Holiday Season

By Alyssa Riccardi FREEHOLD – The New Jersey Department of Health is urging all residents to get their annual f lu vaccine. It’s usually recommended that people receive their f lu shot before October, but the DOH still insists on getting the shot as the f lu viruses can circulate as late as May. “Getting your f lu vaccine is more important than ever as we face increases in COVID-19 cases throughout the state, said Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. “Flu vaccination can reduce f lu illnesses, hospitalizations, and can help to conserve potentially scarce healthcare resources during the pandemic.” Governor Phil Murphy recently published a proclamation declaring December 6 through 12 as Inf luenza Vaccination Week in New Jersey to go along with the national initiative which focuses on the importance of flu vaccination during the holiday season and for the future. A yearly f lu vaccine is recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for everyone 6 months of age and older. Certain people are at greater risk for serious complications from the f lu. Those at high risks include: • Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old.

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“new” hearing aid users are typically not fit at 100% prescription during the initial first fit. More often than not, the new hearing aid user is set between 80-85% of predicted prescription for the patients hearing loss. It will usually require at least two additional follow up visits to reach close to 100%. The more “time” the hearing care professional wants to spend with you, the greater the chances of a successful experience. In my opinion, I believe all potential hearing aid patients need a minimum of 45 days to acclimate to wearing hearing aids and at least two follow up visits need to occur after the initial fitting. Any practice that does not offer this should not be considered using best practices and I would look elsewhere to improve your hearing. Dr. Izzy is always available to answer your questions about most hearing care issues.

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

Tweaks For Healthier Recipes By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. When cooking this holiday season, use these recipe tweaks and make everything healthier. My ideas are designed to improve immune function. Don’t be afraid to experiment in the kitchen with different healing herbs and spices. Slivers of Swiss Chard. Dark leafy greens are nutrient dense. So add one large green leaf of Swiss Chard to a big salad, just make sure to cut it into thin pieces or slivers, so that it combines well into your Romaine lettuce. This superfood offers important antioxidant compounds to your salad that help boost immunity and improve methylation. Turmeric. One half teaspoon (dried) of turmeric into the green bean casserole will go virtually unnoticed by even kids! fYou can also grate about a teaspoon of fresh turmeric, and either way, it adds strong anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory benefits. Enhance the water. Add immune-boosting herbs to the pot of simmering water with potatoes (when you’re making mashed potatoes). Enhance the water of any soup with a Bay leaf, or 2-inch piece of astragalus root, or both. Remember to pull them out before serving. Shiitake mushrooms. Using these mushrooms in your stuffing instead of plain ones adds biologically active compounds that fight cancer and inflammation. A 2015 study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition concluded that shiitake reduces CRP (C-Reactive Protein). Cauliflower. Most people know about making cauliflower mash, as a substitute for the high-carb regular mashed potatoes. But what about “Caulifl ower Mac and Cheese?” I have this recipe posted on my website.

Fresh Rosemary, Sage or Thyme. Everyone is used to using dried spices from a jar, but if you ever try the fresh sprigs, you’ll never go back! If you are cooking gravy, scissor in some fresh rosemary, and put some thyme in too. Pumpkin Seed Oil. Add 2 teaspoons to your pumpkin pie filling before cooking it for a profoundly richer flavor and powerful medicinal benefits. It’s rich in vitamin E, zinc, omega fatty acids and is well known to support prostate and breast health. Garlic. Anywhere you can add garlic, do so! You can even roast a whole head of garlic if you wrap it in foil and cook it inside the oven. Then spread it onto crackers or add a dollop to mashed potatoes. Garlic contains allicin which is a very strong anti-viral and antibacterial compound. Dried tart cherries. Instead of cranberries add dried tart cherries into your stuﬃng. These contain natural melatonin which is deeply relaxing, plus there’s research to show cherries support gout. Tart cherries reduce muscle breakdown and speed up recovery too. They have virtually no fat or sodium and taste delicious, not too sweet. The health benefits of tart cherries are so well-documented that I added it to one of my Collagen Beauty Powder formula which is designed for healthy hair, beautiful skin and strong nails. Substitutes for Wine. If you don’t want to drink red wine (or alcohol), you can make a 50/50 mix of tonic water with pomegranate juice. You can also find alcohol-free egg nog everywhere! Finally, you can sip on warm apple cider. If you’re interested in more recipe tweaks, I have a longer version of this article posted at my website right now, at suzycohen.com.

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By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Staying safe this holiday season is the best gift you can give yourself and your family and to help you do that there are a few simple safety tips. To make sure that the only flashing red lights you see this holiday season are the ones on your home or on your Christmas tree, and not on an ambulance, Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari suggests you start a new tradition. “Make safety a holiday tradition. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions and never plug too many lights into one socket. If you use a real tree, check daily that its branches are not dry and prone to ignite,” Vicari, who chairs the county’s Department of Consumer Affairs said. He added that many families enjoy colorful holiday lights both inside and outside, but the improper use of decorations can turn the season of joy into one of disaster. Hospital emergency rooms treat more than 12,000 people each year for holiday-related injuries, such as falls, cuts and shocks related to decorative lights, decorations and Christmas trees. Each year, the US Fire Administration reports holiday fires, including those caused by Christmas trees, kill more than 400 Americans and injure more than 1,600, causing a total of $990 million in damages. The Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs offered the following tips to help keep the holidays safe: • When buying a live Christmas tree, make sure the needles are fresh and green. The needles should bend and not snap between your fingers. • Place a live tree in a cool spot away from heater vents, the fireplace and other heat sources. Water the tree regularly and dispose of it or recycle it properly after the

season. • When purchasing an artificial tree, look for a “fire resistant” label. While most artificial trees can burn, fire resistant trees will resist burning and extinguish quickly. Use only indoor or outdoor lights that have been properly tested for safety by a recognized laboratory. Use only lights that have fused plugs. • Check all lights for burned out, missing or damaged bulbs. Replace bulbs with the same wattage bulbs only. Use no more than three sets of lights per extension cord. • Make sure outdoor lights have been certified for outdoor use. Hang lights with insulated staples or run them through hooks. • Never use nails or tacks. • Turn off the lights when leaving the house or going to bed. • Use only non-combustible or flame-resistant materials to trim a tree. Do not hang sharp ornaments near the reach of small children. Avoid hanging ornaments that resemble candy canes or food near young children, as they may be tempted to eat them. • When using candles, always place them in a safety holder away from trees and other flammable materials. Make sure all candles are out before leaving your home or going to sleep. • Anchor all outdoor decorations against high winds. “Consider making this Christmas a truly green holiday by using these energy efficient lights and decorations,” Vicari said. He recommended LED indoor and outdoor Christmas lights. The low-voltage, long-lasting lights use up to 90 percent less energy and generate much less heat than traditional lights.

Man Sentenced To 30 Years For Aggravated Manslaughter

By Alyssa Riccardi LAKEWOOD – A 39-year-old Lakewood man has been sentenced to 30 years in New Jersey State Prison after shooting a man, resulting in the victim’s death. On June 13, 2016, Lakewood Township Police Department responded to the area of Martin Luther King Boulevard in Lakewood and discovered a body. Johntel Thomas, 23, of Toms River, was found lying on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound to the chest. Shortly after finding him, police pronounced Thomas dead. After interviewing witnesses to the shoot-

ing, detectives from the Lakewood Township Police Department and Ocean County Prosecutor’s Oﬃce Major Crime Unit were able to acquire video surveillance footage of the incident. Police identified Merrill Spencer, 39, of Lakewood as the shooter and was arrested and charged accordingly. On December 9, Spencer was sentenced to 30 years in New Jersey State Prison as a result of his previously entered guilty plea to Aggravated Manslaughter. Spencer will be required to serve at least 85 percent of his prison sentence before he may be considered for parole eligibility.

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Woman Found Dead On A Jersey Shore Beach, Probe Underway

By Jason Allentoff OCEAN COUNTY – Authorities are investigating the death of a woman whose lifeless body was found on a beach in Toms River. O c e a n C ou nt y P rose c ut or Br a d ley D. Billhimer conf ir med 43-year-old Jennifer Jack of Lavallette was found unresponsive on the Ocean Beach on December 12. Officers from the Toms River Township Police Department responded to

the scene after getting a report from a concerned caller. According to authorities, a post mortem examination was conducted by the Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office – the results of the examination determined the cause of death to be drowning. Police do not believe any foul play or criminal activity was involved in the death. Prosecutor Billhimer said “The Ocean

C ou nt y P rose c ut or’s Of f ic e Major Crime Unit, Toms River Police Department and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office will continue to investigate the manner of death to be sure our information is accurate.” He commends the efforts of the Ocean C ou nt y P rose c ut or’s Of f ic e Major Cr i me Un it, Tom s R iver Tow n sh ip Police Department, New Jersey State Police Marine Division, New Jersey St ate Police Missi ng Persons Un it,

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE One Dead After UTV Crashes Into A Lake

By Jason Allentoﬀ MANCHESTER – A Howell Township resident is dead after an accident sent his Utility Terrain Vehicle into a lake at the Heritage Minerals Mine in Whiting. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Manchester Township Chief of Police Lisa Parker confirmed that the incident happened on December 12 shortly before 8:30 p.m. Oﬃcers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to Heritage Minerals Mine, also known as ASARCO, on Route 70 in Whiting, for a report of a motor vehicle accident with a submersion. Police spoke to a group of people who were driving UTV’s and they said that a UTV had entered the lake at the center of the property, causing the driver and the passengers to be submerged in

the water. Authorities said 62-year-old James Grover of Howell did not resurface. The other passengers and members of the group attempted to locate Grover but were unsuccessful. Manchester Township Police and members of the Manchester, Ridgeway and Whiting Volunteer Fire Companies conducted an underwater dive search and rescue operation and located the UTV overturned and submerged in 25 feet of water. Grover was attached to the UTV by his safety harness. Rescue units attempted to perform life saving measures but he was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of the crash is now being probed by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Vehicular Homicide Unit, Manchester Township Police Traffic Safety Unit and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit.”

Friends Of Ortley Beach Need Volunteers For New Project

ORTLEY – 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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The show is free, and you do not need a reservation time. They are, however, collecting donations for Children’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

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Omarrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Astrological Forecast For the week of dec 19 - dec 25 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your instincts are likely right on target when it comes to making quick decisions. Since you are mentally acute, you can overcome objections and navigate tricky situations. Loved ones could be out of sorts in the week ahead. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In the week ahead, making money may be more important than spending it. A loved one may be at odds with you during the next few days unless you adopt a cooperative attitude. Steer clear of unnecessary misunderstandings. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Connect with others as well as your ambitions in the upcoming week. Your sincere belief can be very convincing. Success could be easily achieved by helping move people and things toward constructive results. CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the week ahead, you may be motivated or empowered by a partner to focus on excellence in your work. Whatever you are focusing your energies on, you will be encouraged to do the job to the best of your ability. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can be at your best when you can show off your talents and expertise. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to display your skill set; you should attract others who are equally adroit. Show your admiration for othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; strengths and abilities too. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Cut through the fog in the week ahead. Shine friendliness and a positive attitude to clear up any misunderstanding. Save important purchases for later in the week, when your good taste is in higher gear

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Though you will not always receive the attention or the gift that you desire, you can always attend to and treat yourself. Some people may be more interested in their jobs or their ambitions as the week begins than in socializing. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A conversation or new information can make your choices easier. In the upcoming week, you may take a new approach toward finances. Focus on how to gather more resources or maximize your savings. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The New Moon falls in your sign this week and might be an indication that you are willing to face your fears and ready to let go of the past. To achieve your ambitions, it might be wise to curtail spending on nonessentials. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Give from the heart to a worthy cause you believe in. There should be a little room in your budget for some discretionary spending that helps others. Feeling that you have made a difference is a wonderful reward. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Recalling consequences of past mistakes may remind you to make better choices. Friends could bring up questions about moral issues that may not have concrete answers. You might need to reevaluate your goals this week. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t operate in a vacuum. You may realize that you need to abide by the group consensus. Take the needs of everyone into consideration as you traverse the week ahead. If you cooperate, life is almost always easier.

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