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─Photos by Judy Smestad-Nunn (Above) Brick Beach III is one of the beaches being prepared for the season. (Right) Eric Czaplinski, #33, skates while surrounded by his teammates. By Chris Lundy JERSEY SHORE – While a lot happened this year that no one will
want to recall, there were also some memorable moments captured by photographers.
Every year, this newspaper presents the best photo taken during the year by staff members. Most of
these ran with articles, but some of these are being seen here for the first time. (Photos - See Page 12)
Contractors, Homes Proposed Near Red Lion
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - A township resident is seeking to develop a half-acre wooded lot at the corner of Old Silverton Road and Drum Point Road, behind the Red Lion Plaza. Samuel Pica III wants to construct two buildings on the 26,000 square-foot, L-shaped site. “Building A” would
house five contractor units on the first floor with two, three-bedroom /two-bathroom apartments on the second floor. The combined apartments would total 2,381 square feet. “Building B” would be for commercial use with garage space, office space and storage. The proposal fits in with the intent of the
township’s Village Zone that creates mixed-use development by combining commercial and residential use. The Village Zone is designed to protect t he t ow n sh ip f rom high-density residential development while providing a means to improve businesses on Drum Point Road, Mantoloking Road and
Herbertsville Road. During a recent Planning Board meeting (held on Zoom), Pica was represented by attorney Timothy B. Middleton, architect Richard Tokarski, site e ng i ne e r Dav id G. Eareckson and planner Barbara Ehlen for a preliminary and final site plan approval, along with variances for the
application. Pica said the purpose of the contractor units in the first building is “basically for mom and pop operations, like an electrician or a plumber that doesn’t have any room at their house. “It’s kind of hard when people have a small business to run it completely out of their home (Homes - See Page 13)
January 2, 2021
District Responds To COVID Increases
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Coronavirus cases went from just nine cases in three school buildings to over a dozen cases in six buildings in the past month, which most recently resulted in the quarantine of nine separate classes, said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas Farrell during a recent Board of Education meeting. Dr. Farrell reported the lower case number during the November Board of Education meeting. Just afterwards, the Department of Health upgraded Ocean County from moderate risk to high risk on the regional COVID-19 matrix, he said. “I think I might have jinxed us,” the superintendent said. There was yet another increase in the week following Thanksgiving, which resulted in Brick High School going to a 100 percent remote learning schedule for two weeks. The decision to switch over to remote learning is not taken lightly, Dr. Farrell said. “It is done with consultation and the recommendation of the Ocean County Health Department (OCHD). We felt it was the best decision to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff.” Brick High School was the only school in the district that went to remote learning since each school environment is continuously assessed individually, he said. The district works closely with the OCHD to receive updated COVID-19 data. Since November 15, the number of confirmed positive coronavirus cases that impacted the schools quadrupled, and every building in the district has been affected, Dr. Farrell reported. Data from contact tracing information suggests that family gatherings and social events outside of school is the main source of transmission for the new cases. As of December 17, no cases had been connected to in-school transmission, he said. “Acknowledging this uptick in cases, and our county high risk designation, I implore students, parents and staff to continue being responsible with practicing CDC (Center for Disease Control) recommended protocols to ensure our learning community’s health and (COVID - See Page 13)
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Kim: Bipartisan Bill Would Save Jobs During COVID-19 Pandemic
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03), Congressman Peter King (NY-02) and Congressman Thomas Suozzi (NY-03) introduced the Save Jobs During the Pandemic Act, a bipartisan bill that would provide temporary relief to taxpayers who face a BEAT (base erosion and anti-abuse tax) liability
for taxable year 2020 due to the pandemic’s economic impact, without undermining the base erosion effectiveness of the provision in the long-term. The economic crisis has caused many companies to incur outsized BEAT liabilities due to receiving less income while still leasing essential equipment for
their business. These additional costs could put jobs at risk for already stressed businesses. “We need to explore every avenue possible to protect our businesses and save jobs during this pandemic,” said Congressman Kim. “I’m proud to work with my colleagues from both sides of the aisle to bring this bill
forward and hope to see it advanced quickly through the House.” “Canon USA is grateful for the tireless efforts of Rep. Kim and his colleagues in the New York Congressional Delegation to try to correct this issue,” said Yoshinori Shimono, Senior Vice President at Canon USA and President of Canon Financial
Services, a company impacted by BEAT tax issues. “Their work is critical to helping Canon USA preserve and grow jobs in New Jersey and New York.” Congressman Kim is a member of the bipartisan House Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis, where he serves as one of twelve members of the
House tasked with conducting oversight over programs aimed at ending the Coronavirus pandemic and helping address the economic impact it’s having on the American people. Congressman Kim is also a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Committee on Small Business.
Menendez: $2 Million Given To Public Housing Authorities
WASHI NGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker announced the awarding of $1,917,124 in federal funding to public housing authorities across New Jersey to help families in federally-assisted housing achieve financial independence by increasing income and building savings. The funding is through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program.
“By linking families to critical job-training, child care, and educational services, the FSS program empowers families to develop the skills and systems needed to set them on a pathway towards financial independence,” said Sen. Menendez. “Achieving and maintaining financial independence is a step towards helping families build better futures and pursue the American dream.” “Helping New Jersey families achieve financial inde-
pendence through proven federal programs like this is an important step towards strengthening the core of New Jersey’s communities,” said Sen. Booker. “This federal investment will help lift up communities by providing New Jersey families with tools to increase income and build savings.” The following grants were awarded: Atlantic City Housing and Redevelopment Authority $64,724 Housing Authority Count of
Morris - $86,892 Housing Authority of Gloucester County - $53,677 Housing Authority of Plainfield - $69,000 Housing Authority of the Borough of Fort Lee $55,000 Housing Authority of the Borough of Madison $72,000 Housing Authority of the City of Camden - $56,545 Housing Authority of the City of East Orange - $72,000 Housing Authority of the City of Jersey City - $275,886
Housing Authority of the City of Newark - $134,897 Housing Authority of the City of Paterson - $56,737 Housing Authority of the City of Perth Amboy $139,243 Housing Authority of the City of Vineland - $70,000 Housing Authority of the Township of Irvington $37,879 Housing Authority Town of Dover (not Toms River) - $35,514 Lakewood Housing Authority - $73,605
As Temperatures Drop, Prepare Homes For Winter Weather
NEW JERSEY – As temperatures dip below freezing in many parts of the state, New Jersey American Water warns customers that the winter season is quickly approaching. The company urges customers to set aside a few moments right now to prepare their plumbing for the coming cooler conditions and avoid the cost of broken pipe repairs. “With COVID-19 keeping us all at home more than usual this time of year, it’s important now more than ever to protect our pipes from freezing,” explained Tom Shroba, Vice President of Operations for New Jersey American Water. “In addition to home plumbing, customers should take extra precautions to winterize plumbing in any building currently unoccupied due to COVID-19. Without regular water usage and heating, vacated offices, businesses, and schools are especially susceptible to frozen pipes. Winterizing your pipes before sub-freezing temperatures set in will help keep your plumbing safe, offering you some peace of mind during these uncertain times.” New Jersey American Water encourages customers to be mindful of the following
tips and take the necessary precautions as we enter the winter season: Before Cold Weather Sets In: Make sure everyone in your home knows where the main water shut-off valve is located so you can turn off the water in an emergency. The valve is typically located where the water line enters the home. This could be in the basement, crawlspace, or utility closet. When you locate the valve, be sure to mark it with an identification tag. Check for pipes that pass through unheated spaces or rooms, such as crawlspaces, basements, garages, or uninsulated exterior walls. Protect exposed pipes by wrapping them with heat tape, pre-molded foam rubber sleeves or fiberglass insulation, available at hardware stores. If you have installed heat tape on exposed pipes, inspect the tape for cracks or fraying and make any needed repairs. If your water meter is outside, make sure your meter lid is closed tightly. Eliminate sources of cold air near pipes by sealing openings or cracks that could cause drafts. Close air vents in crawlspaces. Drain all outdoor garden hoses, roll them
up and store them inside to prevent cracking. If you have an indoor valve for the outside faucet(s), shut it off and drain water from pipes leading to the faucet(s). Turn off and drain your irrigation system. If you are going to be away for a few days or more, leave your thermostat at 55 degrees to prevent freezing. If no one will be home for an extended period of time during the winter months, consider contacting New Jersey American Water at 800-272-1325 to turn your water off and hire a plumber to drain your system. By doing this, there will be no water in your pipes to freeze if your furnace stops working. When Temperatures Fall Below Freezing: If your kitchen or other sinks are located against exterior walls, be sure to open cabinets in that space to allow warm air to reach the pipes. Allow a small trickle of water to run overnight to keep pipes from freezing and collect water in a bucket or tub to use for other purposes. If your pipes do freeze, shut off the water immediately.
Lakewood Twp. Residential Assistance Program $60,438 Mon mouth Cou nt y $72,000 NJ Department of Community Affairs - $72,000 Passaic County Public Housing Agency - $123,466 Pleasantville Housing Authority - $77,699 The Housing Authority of the City of Orange - $68,000 Trenton Housing Authority - $63,331 Woodbridge Housing Authority - $26,591
Do not attempt to thaw frozen pipes unless the water is shut off – freezing can often cause unseen cracks in pipes or joints that will leak when thawed. Apply heat to a frozen pipe by warming the air around it – avoid the use of kerosene heaters or open flames. Once the pipes have thawed, slowly turn the water back on and check for cracks and leaks. New Jersey American Water also advises that sub-freezing temperatures can hasten aging water mains to break and cause unsafe driving conditions. If you see a leak, or your water service is disrupted, please contact the company’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 800-272-1325. Additionally, please continue to check the company’s alerts page as well as the Facebook page for any disruptions that could be impacting your area. New Jersey American Water has prepared a cold weather infographic with winter tips and suggested preparations. For more information, visit the “Wise Water Use” page on the company’s website at newjerseyamwater.com.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE More Waste To Be Stored At Oyster Creek
By Bob Vosseller LACEY – A settlement has been reached to end multiple litigations between Lacey Township and Holtec International. The agreement will permit additional nuclear waste to be sorted outside the former Oyster Creek Generating Station previously owned by Exelon. Members of the Lacey Planning Board voted to approve a settlement agreement that would dissolve lawsuits launched by the township toward Holtec, as well as Holtec toward Lacey. A public hearing was required to be held before the measure could be voted on according to Planning Board Attorney Terry Brady. The litigation concerned aspects of Holtec International’s ongoing decommissioning of the nuclear power plant which was the oldest operating facility of its type until it ceased operation in recent years. The in-person forum was held at the courtroom/municipal building and addressed Holtec’s application to add 20 fuel storage models (bringing it up to 68) on the site.
The Agreement The Planning Board unanimously voted to approve a resolution prepared by Brady who read the lengthy agreement during the meeting. It allows Holtec to move nuclear waste from the facility’s cooling pool into 20 new steel and concrete storage casks. There are 48 casks currently present at the site, west of Route 9. The new settlement permits the addition of 20 new storage casks, a security fence and the construction of a cask transfer pad on the already developed portion of the site. The cask site is intended as temporary. The federal government hasn’t approved a permanent location to store nuclear waste. Holtec has applied to build an interim storage site in southeast New Mexico and if its application is approved, such material would be removed from Lacey to that location. Holtec has yet to reveal details of how the waste would be transferred or approved by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Holtec’s website suggests a rail line would be used. Regina Discenza was the only resident to speak during the public hearing. She commented after the meeting, “I think it’s hysterical that they think they’re moving the spent fuel to New Mexico, ever!” It was recently reported that Holtec will receive $116 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to start a program to build small, modular nuclear reactors in the United States. The firm’s new plant design is intended to prevent reactors from overheating to avert a nuclear meltdown. This new reactor design has not yet received license approval. Prior to the meeting New Jersey Sierra
Club Director Jeff Tittel issued a statement saying it was “critical that Lacey Township turns down this application that would allow Holtec to expand their facility and deposit more nuclear casks. This process heightens the risk of major accidents and spills, threatening the health and safety of the community and the environment.” Tittel was critical of the live format of the forum. “it’s shameful that in the middle of a public health emergency, the Lacey Planning Board is still going forward with an in-person public hearing for Holtec’s new application and settlement for its decommissioning plan of Oyster Creek. This isn’t just some small-time application; we are talking about radioactive waste.” The Lacey Planning Board unanimously rejected Holtec’s application on September 14. Holtec had recently filed a lawsuit concerning its proposal to decommission the power plant. Planning Board members stated at the time that there were serious concerns that the radioactive waste would never leave the township. The board declared Holtec “mischaracterized” its project as a temporary storage site, contending the fi rm offered “absolutely no representation as to how many decades or even centuries the ‘temporary’ storage will last.” Holtec said their application for additional casks and other changes at the 140-acre site “met all of Lacey Township’s land use and development regulations.” Their suit brought in the Ocean County Superior Court describes the board’s decision as “an active display of bias” against Holtec. It asserted the board violated the state’s Municipal Land Use Law, as well as local ordinances and state regulations. In addition to the order of restraint in Ocean County and an investigation for their Camden facility, Holtec is also facing a court challenge against their effort to build a storage (Oyster - See Page 23)
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─Photo by Bob Vosseller Freehold High School student Payton Mckiney holds up the portrait of George Floyd she drew at a peaceful protest held on May 30 at the intersection of Route 9 in Freehold Township.
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─Photo by Alyssa Riccardi Austin Paladino, 6, dressed as a police officer, tries his hand at the dunk tank at the Vest-A-Cop in Toms River.
─Photo by Bob Vosseller St. Patrick’s Day Parade marchers take to the street in Seaside.
─Photo by Patricia A. Miller A few dozen animals are waiting for their forever home at the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter.
─Photo by Chris Lundy Lily Fitzpatrick and Cassidi Martin get creative during a Drawing and Painting class.
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Continued From Page 1 safety,” Dr. Farrell said. With the holiday season comes the risk of additional external COVID-19 positive cases spreading in the community. Dr. Farrell urged the staff and school community to follow CDC protocols over the winter break with regard to travel and social gatherings to minimize any negative impacts on the learning environment upon returning to school after the break. Despite the high risk level in the area, Brick was not rated as high risk at the time of the December Board of Education meeting, although the district is not immune to the rising local number of cases, warned Dr. Farrell. If the level was raised to high risk, the district would be forced to implement fully remote learning, which the OCHD was
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Continued From Page 1 or store their equipment there,” Pica said. The units have space for two vehicles so the contractors would not have to leave their trucks out on the street, he added. The contractor units would also have a bathroom and about 200 square feet for office space. He said the proposed buildings fit in with the residential character of the neighborhood after Township Planner Tara Paxton stated in a review letter to the Planning Board that the township wishes to retain the rural character of Old Silverton Road. The design of the buildings include a decorative split-face concrete facade with vinyl clapboard siding. The township’s Architectural Review Committee recommended changes to the roof, window design and door details, said Tokarski. “We went back twice before the Architectural Review Committee to try and assuage their fears and amend the plans so we could take into account their input and gussy up the buildings as best we could to make them attractive, is that a fair summary?” Middleton asked Tokarski, who said that is correct. In Building A, the driveways lead up to the garages and are not intended to be parking spaces. Each contractor unit has two parking spaces in the plan. Building B has a garage and 600 square feet of office space. Three parking spaces are required by ordinance. The second floor apartments require 2.4 parking spaces each, for a total of eight required parking spaces. Tokarski said there would be nine, which is more than is required by ordinance. A variance would be needed for the number of driveways and the closeness of the driveways on Drum Point Road, which is due to the unique shape of the property, said Eareckson. The limits established by Brick for lot coverage is 30 percent. The application calls for 25.19. The limit for impervious coverage is 60 percent, and the application plans for 47.56 percent. “We have very little frontage on Drum Point Road, and since this number of units is
The Brick Times, January 2, 2021, Page 13 not recommending for Brick after winter break, he said. 70 percent of the district’s parents have indicated that they prefer and choose in-person instruction for their children, Dr. Farrell said. Students have the option of transitioning to virtual learning at any time, he added. “Switching to an all-remote schedule when in-person instruction is still viable, is not consistent with our core mission of supporting student growth and cultivating each student’s unique strengths and talents in an engaging, safe and nurturing environment that we value,” Dr. Farrell said. Going to all remote learning is an option, given the data, but it’s not the right option at this time, he added. The next Board of Education meeting will be the Reorganization meeting at the Professional Development Center on Thursday, January 7 at 7 p.m. under the maximum coverage and under the impervious coverage with all the parking lots and driveways, this is an appropriate-sized development for this site,” Eareckson said. “We just could not get all of the driveways on Drum Point Road, and the county would not permit it, even if we tried to,” he said. Other variance requests include the location of the detention basin, the right-of-way, a request for an 11.5 foot setback instead of the required 20 feet, the width of parking aisles, the sidewalk width, and more. There are no use variances since the project is within the township’s Village Zone. Placement of the trash enclosure would be as far away from the closest residential structure as possible. Also, there would be no outdoor storage allowed, in keeping with requirements of the Village Zone. Board Engineer Ray Jordan said that the applicant could forego curbs and sidewalks on Old Silverton Road but requested that they be installed on the busy Drum Point Road to control traffic safety there. Public comment came towards the end of the four-hour meeting. Paul Botticelli, who lives next door to the proposed development, said he had only lived on Old Silverton Road since February, and chose the street because it was quiet. His attorney and realtor said the street was zoned for residential use. Boticelli said he was worried about how the commercial project would affect neighboring property values. His concerns could not affect the Planning Board’s fi nal decision since the Village Zone permits the proposed use of the empty lot. Club House Drive resident Christopher Alino, who owns 150 Drum Point Road, said there aren’t enough parking spaces surrounding the two proposed buildings. “Won’t there be deliveries, workers, guests for the two apartments? It’s not practical to have so few parking spaces,” he said. “It’s ludicrous and not realistic since each residence could have 12 occupants.” The remainder of Public Comment will be heard at the next Planning Board meeting on January 13, which will be followed by a vote on the proposed development.
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Face masks may be the new normal, but many people are still getting the hang of wearing them with hearing aids. From falling out during mask removal to being obstructed by the mask itself, hearing aids — specifically behind-the-ear styles — can become lost or damaged. In fact, at Garden State Hearing & Balance Center, since June 2020, we have had over 45 patients lose their hearing aids due to wearing masks. The majority of them were covered under their 3-year loss policy. What can you do? As your hearing care team, we want to make sure nothing stands in the way of communicating your best. That includes helping you protect your devices. With these quick and easy tips, we’ll have you handling your face mask and hearing technology together like a pro. Tricks for Wearing a Mask • Pull long hair into a bun and wrap the elastic of the mask — if it’s long and strong enough — around the bun, instead of your ears. • Sew a button on either end of a 4-inch piece of fabric. Wrap the mask elastic around the buttons. The fabric sits at the back of your head and eases the strain on your ears. • Sew a button on either end of a soft headband. Position the headband above your ears and wrap the mask elastic around the buttons, removing the strain from your ears. • Choose masks that tie in the back. You can find videos online showing how to create your own that don’t place pressure on your ears. Tip for Safely Removing a Mask • Take your mask off slowly and mindfully, making sure your hearing tech-
nology remains positioned in or behind your ear as intended. • Communicating While Wearing A Mask • Speak clearly and slowly at a natural volume. • If not understood, repeat rather than rephrase. • Ensure hearing aids are turned on. • Avoid or minimize background noise. • Face your conversation partner. • Keep your smartphone or pen and pad handy to write or type out a note if needed. • Choose a well-lit area to aid in making eye contact, interpreting expressions and — if clear masks are used — reading lips. I lost my hearing aid should I do? First, you need to take a deep breath and retrace your steps. Most hearing instruments are found if you give it at least a few days. Many hearing aids allow you to “LOCATE” their hearing aids through their APP. There is a build in GPS that will allow you to “Find Your Hearing Aids.” Check to see if your hearing instrument has that feature, and if it does, make sure you properly download the APP to take advantage of the GPS locator. Please remember that once your hearing aid battery loses charge (if you’re wearing rechargeable hearing aids) or loses power (zinc air batteries last about 4-7 days), you will not be able to locate them. Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer any questions you may have regarding your hearing care needs. We hear you and we are always here for you in 2021. Please feel free to contact our office at 732-818-3610 or visit us at www.gardenstatehearing.com.
His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!
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BRICK – Looking for a great gift for a loved one? Brick Township beach badges and parking passes for the 2021 season are on sale now at the Recreation Office. Season Badges are $25 and season parking
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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It’s time for my annual report about the novel medications that were approved in the year 2020. I’ve been writing this yearly article for more than 20 years! Many drugs in 2020 were fast-tracked in order to come to market faster. While you read this, keep in mind that I’m read worldwide, but I am only listing the American brand names, so please ask your doctor what the brand name is in your country. Also, the two COVID vaccines from Modern and Pfizer are not yet FDA-approved, however an Emergency Use Authorization has been signed, and therefore distribution is occurring as we speak. FDA approval will come shortly. Pizensy (Lactitol), Rx, Oral - This medication is used for constipation, especially the unrelenting type that has no obvious cause (termed “idiopathic”). Lactitol is the active (generic) ingredient name which is a common additive in many prescription drugs. It has been around and used as a sweetener for low-calorie foods. You may have heard of its cousins which are also used so sweeten foods… erythritol, sorbitol, and xylitol. Ayvakit (Avapritinib), Rx, Oral - This medication is for stomach tumors and it’s taken once daily on an empty stomach. The FDA fast-tracked approval for this medication based upon a nationwide test conducted on 204 patients with a metastatic gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST), or one that could not be surgically removed. The drug seeks to shrink the tumor. Tepezza (Teprotumumab-trbw), Rx, IV injection - This medication is
given as an infusion to people with a specific eye problem caused by Graves’ disease. The disorder sometimes causes a person’s eyes to bulge out, and Tepezza helps over time. It does not stop the autoimmune process. It seems to flare up problems for people who have pre-existing inflammatory bowel disease. Nurtec ODT (Oral Disintegrating Tablets), Rimegepant, Rx, Oral - These quickly dissolving pills work for a day or two and help with symptoms of a migraine. In a study of 1,351 people those who took the drug experienced improvement from light and sound sensitivity, as well as nausea at the 2-hour interval (compared to the placebo group). This is a treatment, not a preventative agent. If you have migraines, you would love my book, “Headache Free” available on Amazon. Sarclisa (Isatuximab), Rx, Injection - Used for the treatment of resistant multiple myeloma, this newer agent is slightly easier to administer because it’s faster for patients. As part of its mechanism of action, it acts like a CD38 inhibitor binding to myeloma cells and blocking growth or slowing spread. Before Sarclisa, one had to also take an FDA approved CD38 inhibitor such as daratumumab along with other treatments. This new drug is not a first line agent, it is for people who have not responded to other meds. Retevmo (Selpercatnib), Rx, Oral - This treats people with either thyroid cancer or non-small cell lung cancer. It’s in a category of drugs called “kinase inhibitors” and it’s not like traditional chemotherapy. It is very targeted so there are fewer side effects.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Harrogate Brings The Holiday Spirit To Its Residents
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─Photo courtesy Harrogate By Alyssa Riccardi LAKEWOOD - Despite the ongoing pandemic being hard to many individuals, especially senior citizens, Harrogate is bringing the holiday spirit to its residents who are spending this holiday season alone without anyone. Gianna Garrow, the Director of Health Center Activities, along with the staff at Harrogate have created a Winter Wonderland, transforming Harrogate into a holiday escape in a safe way. The assistant activities director Sharon Budde came up with the idea to create a path through the dining room with stops along the way. As residents walk through the path, they can view joyful displays, created by the staff and their families. Sharon Budde’s husband Andy Budde built some of the displays. Joe Alonzo, director of dining services, created a gingerbread
Time’s Square, and Annie from housekeeping, created a cozy “fire pit” with Santa, elves and snowmen. Although the pandemic has kept its residents from seeing their families, Harrogate found a way to bring everyone together during the season of giving. Trees were donated by friends and families, and each department created its own section. “We may be apart this holiday season, but at Harrogate the holiday spirit is alive and thriving for our residents with help from caring staff and families,” Gloria Walsh, associate executive director, said. The Winter Wonderland Tour is only open to residents, but the public can take a virtual tour through January on Harrogate’s Facebook page. For more information, contact Keenan Masterson, marketing assistant at kmasterson@hgate.org or by calling 732-608-4080.
In New Jersey, if you sustain an injury arising out of or in the course of your employment, you are entitled to certain benefits under the law. This is more specifically set forth in the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act. Primarily, should your injury require medical attention, the Workers’ Compensation carrier for your employer is to provide this to you. The insurance carrier pays for reasonable and necessary medical care until you reach a medical plateau. In turn, however, the insurance carrier does have the right to direct your medical care. In other words, the insurance carrier has the opportunity to choose the physicians with whom you treat, as well as the facilities where any treatment or therapy is administered. In the event that your injury is such that you are medically unable to work for more than seven (7) days, the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act provides that the insurance company is to pay temporary disability benefits. This entitles you to seventy percent (70%) of your wages, up to the statutory maximum for the year in which you sustained the injury. These payments continue until the authorized physician permits you to return to work or until you reach a medical plateau, whichever is sooner. Should permanent effects of your injury remain after achieving a medical plateau, you may be entitled to benefits to compensate for those permanent effects. This is based on a statutory value determined according to the part of your body which was injured and the permanent residuals of your treatment and injury. This process progresses after your physician has returned you to gainful employment. In the event that you are deemed medically unable to return to work, you may be entitled to total
disability benefits. The questions often Christopher R. Shea Esq. arises, “What happens if I am injured during the course of my duties as a volunteer for a municipality?” It has been determined that volunteer firefighters, first aid or rescue squad workers, ambulance drivers, forest fire wardens or firefighters, board of education members and auxiliary or special reserve police officers are provided for within the Workers’ Compensation Act in New Jersey. Although, as a volunteer as listed above one would not have been compensated for the acts performed within the scope of that position, if injured while performing those duties, and medically unable to work, you would be entitled to compensation at the maximum rate for the year of that injury. Furthermore, the injured volunteer is entitled to reasonable and necessary medical treatment as if an employee. In the event that the volunteer suffers permanent residuals from the injury in question, the volunteer would also have the right to seek payment for those residuals, the same as if a paid employee. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates is a full-service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney. Call or visit our firm at 732-5051212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, Manchester Area (732) 408-9455 or our Brick Area at (732) 451-0800, email us at Rshea@rcshea. com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.
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Habitat For Humanity And Vo-Tech Build Homes Together
By Alyssa Riccardi TUCKERTON – Two families are the recipients of brand new homes that are being constructed with help from Habitat for Humanity Southern Ocean chapter volunteers and Ocean County Vo-Tech’s adult education New Home Construction program. The instructor of the vo-tech program Chris Sullivan explained how the partnership between Habitat and the vo-tech is unique since it allows hands-on training and the homes that are built are actual, permanent homes. “This is the only program where students build a house and don’t tear it down afterward and put it in a Dumpster,” said Sullivan. The Habitat for Humanity Southern Ocean chapter and Ocean County Vo-Tech’s New Home Construction program have been working together for eight years now. The
partnership began after Superstorm Sandy destroyed the homes in the area, and the need for trained, professional construction workers was great and still is. The New Home Construction program works simultaneously with a high school year and it prepares its adult students, both young and old, for construction jobs. “I’ve had a student in his 70s and we usually have some ladies but not his term,” Sullivan noted. Since it’s an adult school, students can come from anywhere in the union. “I had a student from Maryland, but usually they come from all over New Jersey.” “It’s great for any homeowner,” John O’Connell, a student, stated. O’Connell is a retired U.S. Air Force veteran who is taking the course since he wants to build his own house. “I get to learn the correct way to
build things and how they should be built. I’m lucky in that I have the time to do this. My wife has noticed that I’m always happy when I get home from the job.” Sullivan discussed how the program includes job placement and has placed every participant who has wanted placement. Since September, volunteers and participants from the program have been preparing the site for the two houses on Marshall Avenue in Tuckerton. The one house constructed by Vo-Tech should be ready by early June, while the four-bedroom family home built by Habitat’s volunteers may be finished before June. “It’s a misnomer that Habitat gives away houses,” said Sullivan. “Depending on the family, they put up to 600 hours of sweat equity into the house and then they get a
mortgage, but it’s a no-interest mortgage.” On a recent Thursday, 14 students were at the site working on a three-bedroom home. Some students were on the roof, putting in rafters, while others were on the ground, cutting sheathing to nail on the rafters. According to Sullivan, students must fi rst take a 10-hour OSHA class on safety before doing any on-site construction. In this class they learn CPR, AED preparedness and hand tool and power tool training which are required before coming on the site. “It’s a great program and we’ve had great success,” said Sullivan. “We were doing a lot of building in Stafford Township, but now they have met their affordable housing quota so now we are building in Tuckerton to help them meet theirs.”
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Single White Male - Searching for female to stand beside me for love, romance. 53-63. Open to any race. 609-709-5087. I'm submissive. (1)
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.
Lady of Mixed Race - 50-plus. Independent. Non-smoker. Attractive, seeks single gentleman 45-65. Trustworthy. Non-smoker. Stable. For companionship and friendship. 908-902-7119 Dating. (51)
Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (17) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Jazz, Reggae, Blues, Metal. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (4) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH PAID!! - LP records, ste-reos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (44)
Items For Sale NY Yankees Jacket - Men's large with World Championship Patch, $50. NY Yankees jacket ladies medium, $50. 732-657-7380. (52)
Help Wanted IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS Saba Home Health Care. Working with a quality team with over 25 years’ experience. NOW HIRING RN, LPN, Certified Home Health Aides, Live-ins, & Companions. FullTime/Part-Time. Flexible schedule. Incentive Programs. Referral Bonus Paid time off. Fill application on-line at Sabahomehealthcare.com or call us at 732-797-0700. Please send resume to Ssalu@sabahhc.com. (t/n)
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Winter Adult Exercise Classes Announced
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Parks & Recreation has announced the following Winter Adult Exercise Classes: Exercise with Ease: This Exercise Program uses gentle activities to help increase joint flexibility, maintain range of motion and muscular strength. The gentle workout also helps to increase overall stamina. Participants may perform the exercises while seated in a chair. A perfect class for people
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As we age, our eyes’ lenses begin to lose their flexibility, giving rise to “presbyopia” (Greek for “old eye”) and the need for reading glasses. At the same time, eye lenses are also likely to become progressively cloudy, a condition known as “cataracts,” which causes blurry vision. “Lens replacement surgery” (LRS) has been developed so that ophthalmologists can take care of both problems with a single procedure. It involves removing the natural lens and replacing it with a synthetic substitute called an “intraocular” lens. While LRS may be described as cataract surgery, it also serves to correct vision by changing the lens’ focusing ability. The technique can correct eyesight for far- and near-sightedness as well astigmatism. Intraocular lenses come in different focusing powers, just like prescription eyewear or contact lenses. Your ophthalmologist will measure the length of your eye and the curve of your cornea. These measurements are used to set the focusing power of your lenses. When you need the best eye care in the area, look to SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES. Please call 732-349-5622 to schedule an eye exam. For our patients who wear glasses and contacts we offer an array of options, from fashionable eyewear to comfortable contact lenses.
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adults…this class is just what you’re looking for. It is easy, fun and the perfect exercise workout for adults. You can also meet new workout buddies. Using high energy and low impact exercises, you will enjoy this total body experience. In this class, you will get range of motion, strength, flexibility and endurance along with some mind and body exercises. The instructor will provide all equipment needed to get that total body workout. Exercise can be completed standing or seated. Complete your day with a short walk on the beautiful trails of Cattus Island County Park. Participants must have a check for $45 made payable to Linda Osowski on the first day of class. Location: Classroom, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River. Date: All classes are on Tuesdays and Fridays. Session 1: January 5 through January 29. Session 2: February 2 through February 26. Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Fee: $5 per person for registration. For more information, visit oceancountyparks.org or call 732-506-9090.
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Session 2: February 1 through February 26 (no class 2/15). Time: 1 to 1:45 p.m. Fee: $5 per person for registration. Tai Chi with a Yoga Twist: This program improves the quality of life for people with joint pain without any knowledge of Tai Chi. This ancient practice combines agile steps, joint safe exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing and relaxation in ways that help you feel better. In this class you will learn warm up and cool down exercises and six basic movements along with some meditation. Participants must have a check for $45 made payable to Linda Osowski on the first day of class. Location: Program Room, Parks Administration Office, Toms River. Date: All classes are on Mondays and Fridays. Session 1: January 4 through January 29 (no class 1/18). Session 2: February 1 through February 26 (no class 2/15). Time: 2 to 2:45 p.m. Fee: $5 per person for registration. Walk N’ Workout: Calling all energetic
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By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – The Brick Elks Lodge #2151 and the Tuesday Night Ladies Golf Club from Westlake Golf and Country Club have come together to partner with the Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund to donate goods overseas to soldiers this holiday season. The Brick Elks Lodge collected personal care items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, hand sanitizer, deodorant, powder, lip balm, and soap. Other items like gum, candy, beef jerky, protein bars, and playing cards were also collected for deployed servicemen and servicewomen. The Brick Elks Lodge held this collection in honor of Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II, a Middletown resident and graduate of Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft who was killed in action by a roadside bomb in Iraq in 2005. After donating the items, the Zilinski Memorial Fund mailed the boxes overseas with a monetary donation from the Tuesday Night Ladies Golf Club that covered postage. The Brick Elks Lodge made this donation in memory of Dr. Edward Brenner, who lived in Westlake. Dr. Brenner passed away after his battle with cancer due to the chemical Agent Orange, which he was exposed to during his service in the military during the Vietnam War. “We are incredibly touched that our friends
and neighbors would choose to honor our son Dennis and Dr. Brenner - both American heroes - by improving the lives of our soldiers who are currently deployed. These men and women were so excited to get these boxes filled with personal items and treats. When you’re in countries like Iraq or Afghanistan, stores don’t exist where you can buy a toothbrush or a razor. Receiving these basic items and knowing people back home care about them, brought them much needed joy and holiday cheer,” said Marion Zilinski. Packages sent from the Zilinski Memorial Fund have gone to troops in Afghanistan, Iraq, Romania, Kosovo, Kuwait, Korea, Guam, Germany, and the USS Princeton. It is important to note that 26 New Jersey Army National Guardsmen are currently deployed to some of these countries. “Our service members are far away from their loved ones for Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, birthdays, and all the other special days of the year,” Elyse Russo, Exalted Ruler, Brick Elks Lodge #2151 said. “Showing them how much we appreciate their sacrifices is the least we can do. We are so proud of the meaningful work being done by the Zilinski Memorial Fund, and it truly is an honor to assist them with their efforts to improve morale among our soldiers. As long as there are Elks, we will never forget our troops and our veterans.”
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Shore Man Bilked $100K From Blind Senior, Heading To Prison
By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – A township man has been sentenced to state prison for theft by deception and criminal coercion according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. Billhimer reported on December 18, that Tyler Dietlmeier, 28, was sentenced to seven years in New Jersey State Prison by Judge Guy P. Ryan, as a result of a previously entered guilty plea to Theft by Deception. Judge Ryan also sentenced Dietlmeier to four years in New Jersey State Prison relative to his previously entered guilty plea to Criminal Coercion. The sentences will run concurrently. Dietlmeier pled guilty to both charges before the Judge on October 23. Toms River Police responded on Janu-
ary 27, to a local residence in reference to a report of fraudulent activity. An investigation by the department’s Detective Bureau revealed that Dietlmeier had befriended, under false pretenses, a 73-year-old legally blind woman who lived alone. The investigation also revealed that beginning in October 2019, Dietlmeier opened numerous credit card accounts in the victim’s name without her permission, added his name as an authorized user to her existing accounts, increased the credit limits on existing accounts, and changed the phone numbers on some of her accounts so that any fraud alerts from the credit card companies would go directly to him. Dietlmeier also rented cars using her infor mation, and accessed her ban k
accounts and in most cases, he used the victim’s credit cards to buy gift cards which he then sold for cash. In total, the defendant fraudulently obtained in excess of $100,000 through his criminal scheme. When the victim questioned Dietlmeier about the possibility that he had defrauded her, he threatened to harm her and her family if she reported her concerns to law enforcement. A warrant was issued as a result of the investigation for Dietlmeier’s arrest on January 29. On February 6, Dietlmeier was arrested by members of the Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office Warrant Division in Plainsboro. He has been lodged in the Ocean County Jail since the date of his apprehension. Billhimer said, “this defendant’s behavior was reprehensible. He took advan-
tage of an elderly, legally blind person that lives alone. We will remain vigilant in our duty to investigate and prosecute crimes committed against the most vulnerable members of our society.” The prosecutor acknowledged the work of Assistant Prosecutors Christopher Heisler, Taylor Toscano, and Timothy Kelly, who handled the case on behalf of the State, as well as Toms River Township Police Department, Toms River Township Police Department Detective Bureau, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Victim Witness Advocacy Unit, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Warrant Division, for their combined efforts in connection with this investigation which ultimately resulted in Dietlmeier’s guilty plea, and now his lengthy state prison sentence.
Ocean County Library Announces Online Book Club
TOMS RIVER – Registration is under way for the January 7 launch of Ocean County Library’s new One Book OCL Online Book Club, a free online forum for book discussions. Ocean County Library cardholders and non-cardholders are eligible to take part. Card-
holders can download digital versions through the Library’s Freading®, OverDrive® and hoopla® services, or reserve print or audio versions. Partnering with the Ocean County Library are Library Ideas, a creator of digital services for libraries; and Professional Book Club Guru,
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Continued From Page 11 site for U.S. nuclear waste in New Mexico. Lacey Committeeman Mark Dykoff was present at the Planning Board meeting as a liaison to the Township Committee. He spoke last month during a Committee meeting about a meeting that had been held which may have laid the ground work of the evening’s settlement agreement. Dykoff was among those at that meeting. “Holtec put up a planning board application that was denied for a variety of reasons. Myself, attorney Jerry Dasti and Patrick Barber, Committeeman (Timothy) McDonald, Business Administrator Veronica Laureigh and the Planning Board attorney as well, met with representatives of Holtec and Dr. (Hearst) Singh.” “Holtec is a privately owned company, owned by Dr. Hearst Singh and he calls the shots. It was a very fruitful meeting and he told us things in two to 10 minutes that I didn’t know about decommissioning. We did discuss that as always, we need better communication,” Dykoff said. Dykoff added, “from Holtec’s standpoint, they said the communication was there but we need them to walk us through it. We’re infants in this so we need to learn to walk. There are a lot of things going on behind the scenes that we can’t really let the public be privy to because of pending litigation, ongoing negotiations, and things like that.” “We want the quickest, safest decommissioning of Oyster Creek which is why
The Brick Times, January 2, 2021, Page 23 we went to Camden to meet Dr. Singh and his group, to try and get some assurances and ideas of what is going to go there,” Dykoff added. The public has voiced concerns about Holtec’s plan to move still-hot nuclear waste out of water pools and into dry cask storage in half the usual time of around five years. The company has stated their casks are proprietary and have not disclosed details about their design to the public. According to environmentalists, until the rods are out of the spent-fuel pools and put into dry cask storage, the plant is extremely vulnerable. If there is a power outage, storm surge, or f lood, the rods could melt down and create serious public health and environmental damage. “It is alarming that Holtec wants to ship nuclear waste from New Jersey, New England, and New York to New Mex ico. T h is nuclea r wa st e wou ld travel through New Jersey, putting our communities at risk from an accident or terrorist attack. They are trying to ship this waste by barge, truck or rail and could create a mobile Chernobyl. This is not a solution, this is a disaster waiting to happen,” Tittel said in a prepared statement. “If they aren’t storing the nuclear rods correctly, it could lead to environmental or public safety problems down the road. New Jersey needs to step in to make sure that they are following safety protocols and to ensure transparency.”
Menorah Fire Causes Destruction Of Home
By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER– A home on Fiddlers Run was left uninhabitable following a fire that originated from an unattended burning menorah according to the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention. Township Bureau of Fire Prevention Chief Inspector Kevin Esposito said the fire had been reported at 9:42 p.m. on December 15. Esposito said, the homeowner attempted to douse the flames with a fire extinguisher but the extinguisher would not discharge. A small fire was witnessed in the first-floor window by Pleasant Plains Fire Chief Dan Roman. As he grabbed an extinguisher to go into the home, a fireball exploded, breaking the windows on both floors. As the fire expanded to the second floor, Roman called for assistance and crews from Silverton Fire Company and Toms River Fire Company 2 responded to help Pleasant Plains battle the blaze. Esposito said the crews stretched handlines to the first and second floors and were able to quickly extinguish the fire before any further damage occurred. There were no injuries but the Red Cross of New Jersey said it helped the family of six find temporary shelter, along with clothing and food. The cause of the fire was blamed on the unattended Hanukkah menorah according to Esposito, Inspector Charles Bauer of the Bureau of Fire Prevention determined the fire from the menorah originated on the first floor of the
home. Officials deemed the structure unsafe. Esposito added, “candles, menorahs, incense and oil burners are one of the most common causes of fire within homes during the holiday season. It is really important that you never leave a candle or menorah unattended and keep them away from curtains and anything else that can easily catch fire.” He also made several safety recommendations: • Place your menorah on a sturdy, non-flammable surface. Your menorah, especially when lit, should rest on a stable fixture in your home. • Keep the menorah and matches out of children’s reach: Make sure that your menorah is positioned in a place where your children can enjoy it but is out of their reach, so they don’t hurt themselves. • Be sure to store all matches and lighters safely after each candle lighting; kids may find them if left out. • Place menorah out of reach of pets. Keep your menorah at a height where they can’t get their paws on it. • Never walk around with lit candles. Choose the area of your home where your menorah will be lit, then keep it there. Do not carry your menorah from room to room to avoid potentially dropping it. Fire officials urged that menorahs be placed in a secluded area of the home. It is important to keep the menorah out of the home’s general flow of traffic to avoid accidentally knocking it over.
A MAKE-AHEAD NEW YEAR’S DAY FAMILY BREAKFAST THAT DOESN’T TASTE LIKE DESSERT By America’s Test Kitchen
FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE Serves 6 to 8
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened, plus 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3/4 cup packed (5 1/4 ounces) brown sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon salt 18 slices potato sandwich bread 2 1/2 cups whole milk 6 large eggs 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Confectioners’ sugar 1. Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 13-by 9-inch baking dish with softened butter. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl. 2. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of the brown sugar mixture evenly over bottom of the prepared dish. Place six bread slices (use
bread heels here) in an even layer in the bottom of the dish. Brush the bread with 1 1/2 tablespoons of melted butter and sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of the sugar mixture. 3. Place six bread slices in a single layer over the first layer, brush with 1 1/2 tablespoons of melted butter, then sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of the sugar mixture. Place the remaining six bread slices over the previous layer and brush with 1 1/2 tablespoons of melted butter. 4. In a separate bowl, whisk the milk and eggs together until well combined. Pour the milk mixture over the bread and press lightly to submerge. Sprinkle with almonds and the remaining heaping 3 tablespoons of the sugar mixture. 5. Bake until the casserole is slightly puffed and golden brown and bubbling around the edges, about 30 minutes. Transfer the casserole to a wire rack, brush with the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of melted butter, and let it cool for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar and serve.
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