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─Photo courtesy RWJBarnabas Health Medical Center Emergency Department Nurse Domie Catipan receives the first COVID-19 vaccine at Community Medical Center in Toms River from Chief Nursing Officer Donna Bonacorso. By Bob Vosseller TOMS R I V ER – Dom ie Cat ipa n, a n Emergency Depar tment nurse at Community Medical Center was all smiles when he received his first COVID-19 vaccine at his place of work from
Chief Nursing Officer Donna Bonacorso. The first round of vaccinations began at the Toms River hospital late last month. New Jersey continues to have one of the lowest rates of COVID-19 t r a n sm ission ca se s
in the nation at .92 – which means ever y t i me someone get s sick, they transmit it to less than one other person. It is the lowest since mid-September. Anything below one indicates the virus isn’t aggressively spreading
according to health officials. Health officials however are finding hope in the arrival of the vaccination process. CMC Chief Executive Officer Patrick Ahearn said, “We have 192 (COVID - See Page 10)
Former Councilman Seeks County Seat
By Chris Lundy BRICK – Michael Thulen, Sr., who spent 12 years as a member of the Township Council, announced his candidacy to be a County Commissioner to take the place of retiring Commissioner Gerry Little. Little, 72, of Surf City, was appointed in 2003 to fill the term of the late Freeholder James
Mancini. Prior to this he served on local boards and worked in a Congressional office. He announced late last year that he will not seek re-election in 2021. Freeholder was a term for the five elected off icials who oversee county operations. State law changed this title to “commissioner” for 2021.
All five County Commissioners are Republican. That party always endorses the incumbent during election time. This November, there will have to be a new name on the ballot. Local Republicans have been putting their names in the running to earn the party line endorsement. “I have resided in Ocean
County for 36 years now, relocating with my family from northern New Jersey in 1984. The primary reason I moved into this county was the same as for many other Ocean County residents who opted for a safer and healthier environment to raise a family, where jobs were readily available, shopping and malls were easily accessible,
taxes were affordable, and the school systems were committed to stellar educational practices,” he said. “This is a great county!” During his time on the council, he said he worked to monitor residents’ taxes, roadways, and safety. The council at the time was Republican-controlled, and (County - See Page 16)
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Officials Look Back On Challenging Year
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Lisa Crate agreed to stay on as council president for a second consecutive year, and was sworn into office by Mayor John G. Ducey during the January 5 virtual Reorganization Meeting. The mayor said it had been great working with Crate in 2020, who organized the council meetings and kept everything under control during “severe, difficult times.” Also, Art Halloran accepted the nomination to serve as council vice-president for the second year in a row. During the Mayor’s Comments portion of the meeting, Ducey called 2020 “the worst possible scenario...we have experienced, witnessed, and certainly have heard of sickness, death, financial ruin, social chaos, isolation, and many other things occurring around the country and across the world,” due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. Serving the public was not easy for the township to do in 2020, he added. Sixty township employees selflessly took a COVID furlough to help the budget, and the employees who stayed had to work harder than ever to make up for the employee shortfall while risking their own health, he said. Meanwhile, the need for township services (Officials - See Page 8)
New Board Members Sworn In
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BR ICK - New Boa rd of E ducat ion members Michael Blandina and Melissa Parker took their oaths of office during the district’s reorganization meeting, held on January 7. It was a tight race this year, with Parker receiving the most votes at 13,543. There was a court-ordered recount after tallies in the November election showed just a two-vote difference between Blandina and incumbent Jessica Clayton. The final vote tally after the recount (Board - See Page 13)
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor
F EATURED L ETTER Each Side Must Admit When There Is Wrongdoing Guys, please take a minute to really think about this. Please try to stop thinking of your “side” like it’s a sports team or something. The BIGGEST issue is that most people have a really hard time ad mit ting when somebody on their side does something wrong. And this goes for every side, every group. When a peaceful protest gets out of hand and becomes a violent riot with looting and burning, or when a rally/march turns into a terror attack on our Capitol, can’t you just condemn the people that did something wrong instead of blaming it on someone else? Why is that so hard? Do you really think there are NO bad people who might share some of the same opinions as you? You think that everyone who supports your candidate or your party is incapable of doing ANYTHING wrong? That’s insane. Even if it was someone I love in my own family, I can admit if they did something wrong, dangerous, or illegal. Even if I can understand why they did it, it can still be wrong! Isn’t it possible to think that the fires and looting over the summer were BAD, and the storming of the Capitol was also BAD? Does one event really justify the other? Even if you understand why someone does something, please please try to be able to admit when something is wrong. Most police officers are amazing, brave, heroic, good people. But sometimes some of them do things that are wrong. Why is that hard to admit? There were many many Trump supporters who didn’t expect for things to
go the way they did, and there were many many Trump supporters who planned to commit destruction and violence. As soon as any of them entered the Capitol, they were WRONG and breaking the law. Stop trying to downplay that. There were many many peaceful BLM protestors who were there for the right reasons, and there were many many who broke the law and hurt people, and destroyed businesses. The people who destroyed things and hurt people and businesses were WRONG. Were there some people in both crowds that were just trouble makers and just wanted to cause destruction even though they were from a different “team?” Sure that’s possible, but you can’t blame every little thing on antifa or whatever other group just because you don’t want to think that someone on your “side” could possibly do something wrong. I feel like I’m in the Twilight Zone the way that everyone wants to find a way to justify every little thing just because they don’t want anything to change their opinion about anything. It breaks my heart that anger and hate toward the other side has become the norm in almost every conversation I see. Most people in this world are still loving and kind, and just want to make things work so we can all live peacefully. If everyone could just admit when someone does something wrong instead of trying to blame, justify, or deflect, we could actually make some positive changes. Sammy Parkinson Beachwood
A Message About Capitol Attack From GOP Leader As your Ocean County Republican Chairman, please know I share in your grief over (January 6’s) terrible events. Please let us pray for those who were killed or injured. We stand with all Americans in condemning the violent actions that took place. As we recover from our depression of this week, let us rededicate ourselves to improving our country. Let’s work hard to elect leaders who can unite us. Let’s look to God for guidance. Let us dust off our Abraham Lincoln biography. He led us through our country’s darkest time. Let us work hard at restoring issues-oriented conversations with our families and friends without animus. Let us discourage personality-based arguments. We have the greatest Democracy on earth. We must be able to talk about issues and cast educated votes. Hang in there! We will get through this! On another note, please know that the Ocean County contingent who traveled to Washington protested peacefully and returned home safely without incident. Frank B. Holman, III Chairman, Ocean County Republican Club
Trump’s Treason It’s been five days and my heart is still broken. It’s been five days since Trump committed a treasonous act in inciting his insurrectionists. What is it about this being that nothing seems to stick to him? We The People must insist that action be taken – either Pence invokes the 25th Amendment or the House impeaches him again. I’ve not written a Letter To The Editor in a long time, mainly because I’ve been busy working hard to elect good, decent, honest and transparent people to various positions in government, whether it be local, state or federal offices. I feel I must make a statement now though. For the last four years, we have not been able to have a civilized and/or intelligent discussion with people on the other side of the aisle – it always ended up in a shouting match. Every time we tried to speak to an issue and listen to the other side, the response from his supporters were sound bites from Fox News - no real substance related to the issue being discussed. They could never come up with a substantive argument to support their claim. Well, it’s time that we all speak out to our family, friends and neighbors who still support him as the President. It’s time that he is held accountable for his actions. It’s time we recognize that all this anger and hate leads back to racism and greed.
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It’s time we realize that some factions of his followers want another Civil War. We must take our country back. Our country must always come first before politics. Speak up and out for our democracy! Stay safe and healthy and here’s to a “saner” and stable 2021! Marianne P. Clemente Barnegat
1st Amendment Doesn’t Control Social Media Just a thought about all this First Amendment talk: I’ve been thinking about our banned caller lists on various talk and sports radio stations I’ve worked at. Those who regularly abused their call-in privileges on a privately owned radio station got added to a ban list. Hated to do that, but in all cases we felt it necessary. The owners of any privately owned platform (radio stations, websites, social media) can choose whatever they want to put on or keep off. (In music radio we choose the music that is right for demographic appeal and contributes to our business model.) If the caller or poster contributes to the company’s business model - that’s welcome content. But if it detracts or is irresponsible - companies absolutely can choose to keep it off. Yes, the First Amendment does not apply to privately owned platforms. (WIP’s Tom Bigby once told me “I’m not the program director, I’m the program protector.”) Eric Johnson Former Brand Manager NJ1015 Radio
Don’t Disrespect Others Over Opinions What a long week my head hurts! I’m so hurt by what’s going on in our country right now. I understand completely with all the hate I get it. But at the end of the day our children are witnessing what is going
on and they should not see everyone at each other’s throats. They shouldn’t see a president disrespected no matter what side you’re on. We definitely as a country - as a whole - are broken. We as a whole need to pick up the pieces and show our kids no hate only love and show respect to the higher power such as police elders our president. This all needs to stop. I’ll tell you what, I’m not a fan of Biden but I will respect his position! All the adults out here battling each other over ugly politicals needs to stop. Please take a step back and think about our future! 20 years ago our parents and us growing up would never in million years be able to predict what happened in 2020. We all got a culture shock but this is our learning curve to create our future for our children. Please think about the kids next time you want to bite someone’s head off or disrespect a person because of their opinions or skin color. Let’s make our country great again. Melissa Schroeder Jackson
Trump Won’t Fight To Stay In Office People are wondering if Trump will fight to stay in office but here’s the thing: has Trump ever fought for anything in his life? He was handed billions on a silver platter. He surrounds himself with yes men. In trade deals, he let China have what they wanted. In nuclear deals, he let Iran have what they wanted. Russia put a hit on U.S. soldiers and he didn’t say a word. He can’t even get through a 60 Minutes interview, and you think he’s going to grab onto the Resolute Desk and not let go? Oh, he’ll complain online and any news program that will have him. I’m not saying he’ll go quietly. But he won’t really fight. He’s never fought for anything, certainly not us. Dave Noro Stafford
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
10th District Team Ready To Override Murphy’s Veto Of Bill To Aid Restaurant Industry TRENTON - The 10th District Legislators continue to stand in support of New Jersey’s restaurant industry and small business owners by announcing they are ready to override the Governor’s veto of legislation which allows restaurants and bars to establish expanded service amid the Governor’s mandated restrictions. Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and John Catalano
TRENTON - Bipartisan legislation protecting the privacy, the address and the safety of federal, state and municipal judges and judicial officers passed the Senate. “The proliferation of information online, and it’s easy accessibility with today’s technology has made it possible to learn so much about unsuspecting individuals,”
call on President Sweeney and Speak Coughlin for votes to be scheduled in both houses of the Legislature to override Governor Phil Murphy’s veto of legislation (A-4525). “It’s blow after blow for restaurant owners who have tried every possible solution to stay open during this pandemic despite the Governor’s endless executive orders,” state Senator Holzapfel. “I join my colleagues in the Senate
and my fellow 10th District Assemblymen to request that this bill, which was passed unanimously in both houses, be voted on to override the Governor’s veto.” The members of the Senate Republican Caucus issued a letter to Senate President Steve Sweeney and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin calling for votes to be scheduled in both legislative houses to override the Governor’s veto
of A-4525. The lawmakers note that since the original bill initially passed unanimously in both houses, there would be no reason for Senate and Assembly Democrats not to post this bill for an override vote. “The initial legislation was swiftly passed in both the Senate and Assembly and when it reached the Governor’s desk, he chose to kill the bill,” said Assemblyman McGuckin. “In this case, our legislative
branch of government has an opportunity to reclaim this bill and provide necessary help to a struggling industry.” The legislation is a temporary response to allow for expanded food and beverage service to outdoor spaces they own or lease, including patios, decks, yards, walkways, parking lots and sidewalks. “In times of crisis, the Governor needs to make ex-
Singer: Bill Banning Disclosure Of Judges’ Home Addresses Clears Senate
said Senator Robert Singer, one of the bill sponsors. “Unfortunately, that information can be dangerous in the wrong hands. This bill takes necessary steps to shield details about judges and others in the judicial system that could expose them or put their lives at risk.” T he bi l l (A-16 49/S 2797/S-2925) was intro-
duced in response to an incident on July 19, when a man posing as a FedEx employee went to the home of U.S. District Court Judge Esther Salas and opened fire once the door was answered, killing Judge Salas’s 20-yearold son, Daniel, and seriously injuring her husband, Mark. The shooter was a 72-yearold defense attorney who
reportedly kept a list of more than a dozen other targets, including at least three more judges. He was later found in his car, dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. “That tragedy exposed some gaping vulnerabilities that demanded Legislative action to prevent future assassination attempts,” said Singer. “It is our im-
perative to protect judges from evil-doers who seek vengeance. This bill will close loopholes that can literally lead the bad guys to front door of those they intend to harm.” The bill, entitled “Daniel’s Law” in memory of Judge Salas’ son, would prohibit the disclosure of the home addresses of any judicial officer, law enforcement
ceptions to prevent our local restaurants from closing their doors permanently,” concluded Assemblyman Catalano. “This isn’t just about the small business owner. This is about the service staff and the list of subsidiary industries that rely on restaurants and bars to survive. Our delegation is ready and willing to override this veto and provide hope to this bleeding industry.”
officer or prosecutor. It would also expand an existing crime concerning the disclosure of home addresses and unlisted phone numbers for active or retired law enforcement officers to also include formerly active law enforcement officers, and formerly active or retired judicial officers or prosecutors, and permit statutory civil actions for any prohibited disclosure.
$9.2 Million To Repair Sandy Damages At Jersey Shore
WASHI NGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker an nou nced a combined $9, 218 ,987 i n Fe d e r a l Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding to support two Superstorm Sandy-related repair and mitigation projects in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. “This vital federal funding will help bring our state one step closer to full recovery from Superstorm Sandy, which devastated the Jersey Shore over eight years ago,” said Sen. Menendez. “It’s absolutely critical that we continue investing in resiliency and mitigation projects so that New Jer-
sey’s families, businesses and communities are better prepared and can withstand future natural disasters.” “More than eight years ago, communities along the Jersey Shore like Brick and Monmouth Beach suffered devastating impacts from Superstorm Sandy, wh ich h ig h l ig hted ou r state’s vulnerability and aging infrastructure,” said Sen. Booker. “This federal funding will help New Jersey communities continue critical projects that aim to strengthen and enhance resiliency in the face of future extreme weather events.” Two Rivers Water Recla-
mation Authority, located in Monmouth Beach, was awarded $8,082,119.48 to repair the main pumping station that was damaged due to the storm’s high winds and heavy floods. Br ick Tow nsh ip wa s awarded $1,136,867.72 to make repairs at Trader’s Cove Marina. The storm’s winds and 14-foot high waves destroyed 21 docks at the marina and an elect rical shed that housed the transformer and other electrical components. The grant represents the fi nal installment of federal funding to complete all the repairs and mitigation work at the marina.
FIXING TWO PROBLEMS WITH ONE LENS
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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reached record highs, including the most ever leaves put out to the curb for leaf pickup; the most ever storm debris put to the curb (with the exception of Sandy) due to an August storm; the most bulk pickups; the most season beach passes ever sold; the most wellness calls made by the Senior Center to seniors; the most recycling and garbage cans ever sold; the most calls to Code Enforcement; and the most food deliveries ever made, Mayor Ducey said. Also, residents applied for a record number of gun permits in 2020. Normally there are some 700-750 applications annually, but during this past year the township received some 3,000 requests for gun permits. Some of the township’s normal activities had to be done in a different way, including a socially-distanced Farmer’s Market, drive-in movies at the Drum Point Sports Complex (instead of in-person), and virtual inspections by the Building Department. “We provided high school athletes with a ‘Final Friendlies,’ which is a final game or match in their high school careers, because they weren’t able to do so through the school system,” he said. “We had to adapt to the times and come out of our comfort zones, and offer variations of our own,” Mayor Ducey said. The police developed a “Good to Go” website
to advertise open restaurants and businesses in town so people could learn where to go and shop to support the economy, Mayor Ducey said. The Recreation Department created “Play at Home,” which included chalk drawing contests, Friday night karaoke, a Halloween house decorating contest, a recipe book, and other activities that could be done at home. The department also became a hub for collecting donations for the hospital staff, he said. The governing body passed ordinances to help businesses stay afloat during the pandemic, such as allowing restaurants to serve food and alcohol outside of the building, and permitting gyms, dance studios and fitness centers to operate outdoors. If fitness facilities had no place outside their building, they were able to operate fully at the Havens Farm Park on Herbertsville Road, Ducey said. D ucey also na med 2021 Mayor al appointments and reappointments to the Architectural Review Committee, BMAC, the Environmental Commission, the Historic Preservation Committee, the Planning Board, the Property Maintenance Board, the Shade Tree Commission, Sustainable Brick Township, and the TNR (Trap, Neuter, Retur n) Committee. The next council meeting will be on Tuesday, January 19 at 7 p.m.
MNHS Junior Creates Scheduling App to Help with Remote Learning
MANALAPAN – Seth Shoneman, a junior in the Science and Engineering Magnet Program at Manalapan High School, recognized that in the new world of remote learning schedules can get a bit confusing. Thinking about how to assist with this issue, Seth created Planmee, a web app that helps both students and teachers stay on schedule while learning/teaching remotely
or in the school building. Planmee allows users to enter the task they need to work on and set exact times to start and end that task. The app also sets reminder alerts so that while teaching remotely, teachers won’t go over the bell time. Some teachers at Manalapan quickly saw the helpfulness of Seth’s tool and have started using the technology.
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quarantine for two weeks. They wear the masks at all times in public,” Catipan said. Ahearn said, “we are about 60% of what we experienced during the first phase (of the pandemic). We are still one of the busiest hospitals in New Jersey. I think we are sixth busiest COVID hospital in the state.” “What we are seeing is that instead of people being admitted, they are treated and released and the pharmaceutical interventions have been very helpful. That has really kept people out of the hospital and have helped them cope,” Ahearn added. As to how front line fighters and hospital staff have coped with the ongoing pandemic personally, Catipan said “for me, I live on my own. I don’t have any kids so it is not as bad as for those who have kids at home. Before we leave the hospital, we wash our hands and decontaminate ourself and change our clothes and go back to our private life.” Ahearn said in his case, “I was basically sequestered down here in Community for three and a half months because I have four children and two of them were having my grandchildren in the middle of all this.” “I had two grandchildren born in the middle of the pandemic, one in March and one in May and the family was concerned that I am in the middle of this every day and I make it a point to travel through the hospital floors. I’m not someone who will just sit in my office and my family was concerned that I would bring it home,” Ahearn added. Ahearn said his wife “would leave my clothes and every week or so I’d go home and pick up clothes outside the house. It was very difficult. Now I’ve been home and the kids are all healthy and happy but it has affected life. The holidays were not what they were previously. It is very small, Thanksgiving and Christmas.” “I have a daughter who is supposed to be married in October and so we wonder will that really happen? Maybe by spring or summer things will be somewhat back to normal and maybe this wedding will actually happen. If not it is all about plan B,” Ahearn said. He added, “the thing I worry most about (concerning hospital staff) is there emotional wellbeing. It has been nine months and people like Domie who are on the front lines every day it gets draining emotionally. I know I do I go home and I don’t even want to talk to anybody.” “We love our jobs,” Catipan interjected noting though that the staff feels the stress as well. “They all have a huge heart and they care for people first and I see that every day here. They put themselves in harm’s way,” Ahearn added.
Joint Base Training Noise Mild For January MANCHESTER - The sounds of freedom will be heard around Ocean County as Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst announces their January training calendar. JBMDL released the information over social media channels so that the locals know what to expect when excessive noise comes from the base. Often times, concerned residents call the police when they hear the noise and feel the
ground shake, so this is an effort to free up the phone lines. The calendar is broken down into three categories: slight noise, moderate noise and abundant noise. January is mostly quiet. The only really noisy day planned is January 20, which also happens to be the day of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration in Washington, D.C. For more information, visit jbmdl.jb.mil
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Congressman Urges Respect In Wake Of Capitol Attacks By Chris Lundy WASHINGTON, D.C. – The news has been f lushed with imagery of the invasion of the Capitol Building, which at press time had resulted in the deaths of four rioters and one officer. While some agitators continue to call for violence, there are many more voices denouncing the attack and urging peace. The group believed that the 2020 presidential election results were fraudulent. However, multiple Republican leaders have said the election results are accurate, including Vice President Mike Pence, Senate Leader Mitch McConnell, and former Attorney General Bill Barr. Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd ), had been on his way to the House f loor when he got an alert on his phone. He was told to shelter in place. He returned to his office, locked his door and stayed away from windows. It was unclear, at f irst, what was going on, he said. He knew protesters had come in, but he didn’t know if they were armed or what their goal was. He had tried to contact colleagues but was unable to reach them, which made him fear the worst. Later, he would learn about bombs being found. He heard staff members of other members of Congress had to barricade themselves into their offices with furniture. There was only one way out of the office, through a door that the rioters were breaking down. “We’re now providing counseling resources for Congress and their staff,” he said. Officer Down Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) honored Capitol Police Officer Brian D. Sicknick who was killed by the rioters. “Words are inadequate to convey my sadness, shock and anger over the murder of Capitol Police Officer Brian D. Sicknick who courageously fought the violent mob that stormed the Capitol building,” Smith said. “He died a hero and deserves our eternal gratitude for his sacrifice.” Sicknick was a member of the New Jersey National Guard and served in Operation Southern Watch in 1999 and Enduring Freedom in 2003. He served overseas only to be killed in the line of duty defending Members of Congress a nd st af f a nd t he Capitol bu ild i ng during a joint session of Congress. “My wife Marie and I - and my family and staff - offer our deepest condolences to and prayers for his family, friends and
colleagues,” Smith said. “I unequivocally condemn the assault on the Capitol and those who committed violence, vandalism and other crimes should be prosecuted to the greatest extent of the law,” he said in a separate statement, than king the off icers for their efforts. “The enactment of wise public policy to benefit all Americans requires robust dialogue and debate - and genuine respect for one another especially when there is fundamental disagreement,” he said. “We must be committed to zero-tolerance towards violence in any form.” What Do We Do Now? The questions on a lot of people’s minds are: Where do we go after this? How do we talk to the other side of the aisle when our versions of reality are so different? How can we heal a deeply divided nation? “There’s no piece of legislation I can write that will fix this. No president – Biden or anyone else – can do it alone,” Kim said. “It has to be built upon the respect for Democracy and for each other. “If they truly respected Democracy they wouldn’t have done what they did,” he said. The front door of the Capitol Building was tor n to pieces. “They literally broke down the door of America. Cigarettes were put out on statues. American f lags were trampled. American f lags were replaced with Trump f lags,” he said. “We have a long road to recovery. We have to recognize all of us are Americans. We have to move past this idea that someone else is The Enemy because of how they voted, what color their skin is, or what their religion is.” A lot of photos of the rioters have been published, and critics have pointed out their anti-Semitic shirts and white supremacy tattoos. Others have argued that these people are a minority and don’t represent the entire movement. There was another photo that has been making the rounds - Kim cleaning up some of the mess. His office didn’t have a copy of it, since it was not a photo op. He said it was just a little thing he thought to do at the time. When there are people trying to disrupt Democracy, the first thing you should do is show them that the capitol is strong and resilient. The House members went to work after the attack. “Maybe it’s just the little things… Showing humility and respect,” he said.
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Continued From Page 1 was 12,977 for Blandina and 12,963 for Clayton. The meeting was held in person at the Professional Development Center, but due to the COVID pandemic, capacity was limited to 25 people. Blandina and Parker were told they could bring family members for their swearing-in, so attendance was at capacity since there were already 17 Board members and administrators in attendance. Parker said it was “surreal” she was being sworn into office exactly one year after she was attending a rally in Toms River to oppose S-2, a NJ State Senate bill that modified school funding and eliminated adjustment aid for Brick and other districts. “My mom once told me that no one will ever advocate for your kids the way you will,” she said. “Those words have always stuck with me my entire career as a mom,” said Parker, who has four children. She thanked her friends, family, the Brick community, superintendent Dr. Thomas Farrell, the administration and other Board members for their support. “We have work to do, and I’m eager to jump in and be a dedicated member to this team,” Parker said. “As my six-year old likes to say, ‘Let’s get this party started’.” Blandina thanked the two outgoing Board members, Jessica Clayton and Maria Foster. “I consider myself a Brick Township boy,” he said. “I grew up in this town, went through the school system, learned a lot over the years, seen the school district grow, and learned a lot about what didn’t grow over that time.” Blandina, who chairs the Columbus Day parade in Seaside Heights, is a former chair of the Democratic club and Secretary of the MUA. He expressed confidence, going forward, in Dr. Farrell, School Business Administrator James Edwards and the administration. “I’m sure we’re being steered in the right direction for what’s to come, and what we can do and what we have to do,” he said. “I’m ready to go to work with this team up here.”
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The Brick Times, January 16, 2021, Page 13 He also expressed his thanks to the voters of Brick Township for putting their faith in him. During the Reorganization meeting, Stephanie Wohlrab agreed to serve as Board of Education President for a second year, and Melita Gagliardi agreed to serve as the Board’s Vice-President for a second term. “We have two new great Board members that bring such wonderful new points of view, visions, backgrounds to the Board, so we continue to be a great team,” Wohlrab said. Wohlrab said that over the past weeks, Parker and Blandina had been asking questions, meeting with Dr. Farrell and the administration, and had received their Board packets. “Like all of us, your hearts are in the right place, you’re here for a reason - it’s about making the district better for our children, for our staff, teachers and administrators, and everyone in our community,” she said. “We’re all on the same page.” The next Board of Education meeting will be on Thursday, January 21 at 7 p.m.
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If you have hearing difficulties, you’re not experiencing them alone. Hearing loss is a family affair, which adds to the importance of addressing it early. Learn how your hearing loss may be affecting the person closest to you — and what you can do. Has your beloved asked you one, two, or a ton of times to turn the TV down? It’s not uncommon for loved ones to have to deal with louder volumes when a significant other has hearing loss. In fact, it’s one of the potential signs of hearing problems. What’s more, untreated hearing loss may mean your sweetheart has to: Speak at higher-than-normal volumes to help you follow the discussion Repeat themselves often, which can feel frustrating and tiring Serve as a constant go-between to explain what others are saying Partners of those with hearing loss have also reported stress, isolation, and other challenges, according to research. *Plus, poor hearing can lead to miscommunication or the perception that the other person isn’t listening or engaged. It can all add up to a strain on the relationship. The good news? Adults treated for hearing loss report significant improvement in relationships — and so do the people who love them. *Here are some steps you can take:
If loved ones are complaining about your TV volume, schedule a hearing exam. Already have hearing aids? Wear them regularly and practice good maintenance. Explore your hearing aids’ streaming capabilities, sending customized audio directly to your ears — without changing the volume for everybody else. Speak honestly about how hearing loss affects both of you — and how you can support each other. Hearing plays a big role in relationships, so don’t wait. Schedule a consultation with our caring team at Garden State Hearing today! We hear you and are here for you. We can be reached at 732-818-3610 or visit us at www. Gardenstatehearing.com. *Sage Journals | Trends in Hearing. A Data-Driven Synthesis of Research Evidence for Domains of Hearing Loss, as Reported by Adults With Hearing Loss and Their Communication Partners. http://journals.sagepub. com/doi/abs/10.1177/2331216517734088. Accessed Nov. 9, 2020. **National Council on Aging. The Consequences of Untreated Hearing Loss in Older Persons. https://www.ncoa.org/resources/ the-consequences-of-untreated-hearing-lossin-older-adults/. Accessed Nov. 9, 2020.
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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The fastest way to lose weight is to exercise more. This is by far the healthiest way to tone up and shrink your waistline. The problem is that some of you cannot work out, or your gym is closed, or you don’t feel well enough to due to some health issue, or injury. So if you’re more sedentary than you used to be, and the pounds are piling up, then the next best thing is to eat smaller portions at each meal. Try cutting back on your portions by 10% each meal until you’re eating a healthy amount, and no longer over-eating. Also, try closing your kitchen earlier (like at 7pm instead of 10pm). Some kitchens including mine were open 24/7 and I’d find myself making almond butter and jelly sandwiches at 4am and going back to sleep. I’m embarrassed to even tell you that, but everyone knows that 2020 was a hard year, and stress eating was something we all did. Increasing metabolic rate and burning fat will help you feel better in 2021. Here are some ideas below, and also, I have a longer version of this article posted at my website, suzycohen.com. 1. Peppermint Essential Oil. This is such an easy thing to do - just sniff peppermint (or even spearmint) essential oil every 2 or 3 hours. Researchers have proven that certain scents will make your mouth water, and others actually suppress appetite. 2. Rooibos Tea. With dinner, you can
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Continued From Page 1 proactive to local businesses and economic growth. “My beliefs drew me to the Republican Party on account of their always seeming to be the right party to handle the important, everyday, and “hard-line’ issues that Americans face. This party has been the foundation of my political aspirations primarily because it encompassed the very same ideals that I learned at a young age in Upstate New York. You can succeed by working hard, overcoming adversity, being self-reliant, setting goals, and following through. That said, I am also just as equally passionate for bi-partisan politics especially in the wake of our most recent political climate. Now is a time for politicians to close this obvious divide, to put personal agendas aside, and truly serve their constituents in an honest and respectful manner for the benefit of everyone. I know I can and will serve Republican constituents, as equally as I will serve Democratic constituents in our county because it is right for the county, state, and country. I will reach across the aisle for the benefit of all of the residents that I will serve. I will operate an open book, open door campaign, and hopefully, Commissioner term where Democrats can be as comfortable bringing before me their concerns and issues as Republicans will; and all voters will get the attention and action from me that they deserve,” he said. His goals, if elected, are to take care of seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities.
Public safety, open space, infrastructure, economic development, traffic, transportation, public health and the preservation and maintenance of parks, libraries, forests and buildings are essential. “One quick example of my public service project experience is the Brick Township acquisition of the Traders Cove Marina property where an opportunity existed for the municipality to purchase, clean it up, and remove the public eyesore that it was and repurpose it as a township marina and recreation area. There are other such opportunities along our rights-of-way adjacent to the Barnegat Bay that are ripe for proper development and viable use,” he said. He said he worked with the State Board of Public Utilities to communicate with county officials across the state to help them solve energy conservation issues. A capital energy project will save taxpayers millions of dollars over the next 15 years. He said there is a possibility of wind farms for the county that would save energy costs and create decades worth of high-skilled jobs. County Republican Chairman Frank Holman said that four or five people have expressed interest in the county spot, but they won’t know who the serious candidates are until January 16, the deadline to send resumes. The screening committee will interview candidates on February 6. As of press time, Little Egg Harbor Mayor Barbara Jo Crea, former assistant prosecutor Rory Wells, and Berkeley Councilman John Bacchione have also made their intentions known to run for the spot.
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Health Department Begins Vaccinations
─Photo courtesy Ocean County Medical Reserve Corp Volunteer Bill Cohen is administered the vaccine by Scott Carter, public health nurse. By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Health care workers lined up for their vaccinations against COVID-19 at the appropriately named RWJ Barnabas Health Arena at Toms River High School North. Health care workers are among the first phase of people being given the vaccine right now, according to state and federal rules. Several locations have been set up as vaccination locations. This particular one was the first one being manned by the Ocean County Health Department. The county started with 1,500 doses of the Moderna vaccine on December 29. The first day saw 250 doses. Those designated as Phase 1A were allowed first shot at the vaccine. Right now, the vaccines are being given to people working in these categories: hospitals, long care facilities, outpatient clinics, home health care, pharmacies, emergency medical services, and public health. It also includes people aged 75 years and older who are also residents of long-term care facilities. They are being done by appointment at OCHD.org. If you are not in the health care field, then you are encouraged to continue to social distance, wear masks, and avoid gatherings. “It’s important that we adhere to the schedule developed by the federal government and the state Department of Health,” said Ocean County Public Health Coordinator Daniel Regenye. “While we expect the demand will be high, there is a process we are required to follow. Hopefully the supply of vaccine will continue to increase quickly and distribution will do the same.” This first batch of vaccines are for health care workers who did not receive it at any other location. The Health Department plans on opening up other clinics in the future, in other
locations such as the southern reaches of the county. “We are well positioned to be set up to distribute the vaccine whether it be at the arena or the future clinics that we will have,” Regenye said. They hired 50 nurses to help with these clinics. Large scale vaccinations are part of the health department’s emergency plan, he said. Any given year, they could give 45,000 flu shots. They gave more than 30,000 vaccinations during the H1N1 outbreak. “This has been a very difficult time for all of us,” said Freeholder Gary Quinn, who is expected to serve as the 2021 Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners. “We are working diligently to meet the challenge and we are hopeful this vaccine will bring this pandemic under control.” Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy, who is the county’s emergency management coordinator, said his office will be providing signage for easy navigation at the vaccination site as well as facility security and temperature monitoring at the site to insure the safety and health of clinic workers and participants. The clinic resulted from a partnership with the Ocean County Health Department, the Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office of Emergency Management, Toms River Regional Schools, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, RWJ Barnabas Healthcare System, and Hackensack Meridian Healthcare System. “This will kick off what we expect to be months of COVID-19 vaccine clinics throughout Ocean County,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Health Department. “We have been working with the state and our partners on the logistics of how to handle the distribution. It’s imperative this is done correctly.”
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Habitat For Humanity Announces Live Cooking Class
OCEAN COUNTY – Join the Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity for a live cooking demonstration with award-winning chef, Ralph Colasurdo from Mulberry Street! Together, they will create a meal that appeals to every palate and pair it with wine for the occasion. Registrants will be entered to win a $100 certificate to Mulberry Street and will be announced at the end of the event.
The event will take place on February 10 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Tickets are $30 and you must register for the event at nohfh.com/food-love-home-fundraiser. A follow-up email will be sent to you two weeks before the event with a detailed ingredient and equipment list and zoom link. For more information, contact Cristina at programservices@nohf h.com.
Bay Head School Announces Kindergarten Enrollment
BAY HEAD – Bay Head School will be holding kindergarten registration by appointment only for a Zoom interview during the week of February 22 through February 26, for all students, tuition, and Bay Head residents, who are planning on attending the Bay Head School in the fall of 2021. Children must be 5 years old by October 1, 2021, to apply. The Registration will take place for Bay He a d Scho ol t h roug h a Z o om
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Beachwood Man Pleads Guilty To Drug Dealing
By Chris Lundy BEACHWOOD – A local man pled guilty to dealing cocaine and faces more than 20 years in prison. Michael Trotman, 35, of Beachwood, admitted to Possession of Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute stemming from an arrest on March 4 in Brick. He had previously pled guilty to Possession of Cocaine in a Quantity Greater than Five Ounces
with Intent to Distribute for a 2018 arrest in Manchester. His sentencing is scheduled for March 5, police said. He faces eight years in New Jersey State Prison for the 2020 incident and 15 years with a five-year period of parole ineligibility for the 2018 incident. The sentences would run at the same time. On May 30, 2018, Trotman was pulled over by Manchester police. He consented
to a search of his vehicle which revealed a hidden compartment holding about 700 grams of cocaine, as well as codeine, oxycodone, and marijuana. All of these were packaged for distribution. There was also $1,400 in cash seized. He was jailed but released due to bail reform. On March 4, 2020, Brick police pulled him over when his vehicle was swerving. Offi-
cers detected a strong odor of marijuana. He was found to be in possession of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and more than one half an ounce of cocaine. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer thanked the efforts of Senior Assistant Prosecutor Robert J. Cassidy who handled these cases on behalf of the State as well as the Manchester Township Police Department and Brick Township Police Department.
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HIRING NOW!! Looking for outgoing, positive, and engaging teachers to join our Toms River – Route 70 Goddard Family. We are primarily hiring teachers for our elementary school aged children to foster a learning environment in which these children can continue to do their elementary school work. This would include helping them with worksheets, zooms, google classrooms etc. Some of the great perks of being a part of the Goddard Family include a benefits package, paid time off, holiday events and free food and Goddard swag. Call today to inquire about this job posting and start as early as next week! We can be reached through phone at 732-363-5530 or email at TomsRiver2NJ@GoddardSchools.com.
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com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. tients, coupled with Hearing loss, unfortunately, technology and value often goes untreated since it is have set Garden State Hearing not painful and often not a pri& Balance Center apart for ority for patients. But for the years, with recent investments 40 million people who suffer making the treatment of hear- from it, Dr. Kirsh explains, ing loss and similar conditions it is important that they seek more manageable than ever. diagnosis and t reatment to T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. hawkin and Whiting, was the “Over the last few years, first in the United States to there have been a lot of studbe Audigy-Certified, a testa- ies that show a relationship ment to its adherence to the bet ween u nt reated hear ing industry’s best practices that loss and memory deficits such are required for certification. as dementia and Alzheimer’s, “Any business that is Au- which means you r suscepdigy-Certif ied, from a best t ibilit y to obt ai n i ng t hese practices standpoint, is in the memory issues increases as top t wo to a function of “We don’t over three percent t he hea r i ng in the counloss that you schedule or double try,” said Dr. h a v e ,” D r . book, so people are Isidore Kirsh said. generally seen on time.” Kirsh – commonly Wit h r a re –Dr. Kirsh known as Dr. exception, Izzy – foundthe only way er and director of the practice, to help preserve your hearing who holds a doctorate degree is th rough a hear ing aid – (Ph.D.) from the Union Insti- sometimes a stumbling block tute & University. for patients who are self-conThe Center performs testing scious about wearing one. But for patients with auditory pro- technological improvements cessing disorders and testing have led to the devices becomfor people who are suffering ing vir tually invisible, and from tinnitus – ringing in the more helpful than ever. ears – as well as hearing loss “They can be 100 percent and balance issues. invisible, they can have BlueDr. Kirsh’s practice includes tooth as well as Wi-Fi capastate-of-the art equipment to bilities,” Dr. Kirsh explained. evaluate hearing and balance “ You ca n st r e a m a sig n a l issues, which are often related through your iPhone or your to inner ear disorders. television, even movies and “Seventy percent of patients Broa dway shows, r ig ht t o wh o c o m pl a i n of b a l a n c e you r hea r i ng aid. Most of proble m s u s u a l ly h ave a n today’s hearing aids are very i n ner ear component,” Dr. inconspicuous, meaning the
Pictured is Dr. Isidore Kirsh. His offices are located at 250 Route 37 West, Toms River, 732573-4020; 53 Nautilus Drive, Suite C, 1st Floor, Manahawkin, 609-489-5415; 75 Lacey Road Ste 1B, Whiting, 732-606-4912. Visit gardenstatehearing.com for more information.
cosmetic issue is really not an issue anymore.” Hearing aids also can have features such as GPS locator capability. “The technology is improving significantly every year,” Dr. Kirsh said. For patients, hearing aids can be financed interest free for 24 months, and Dr. Kirsh’s practice provides free battery replacements for life. Patients can also return a hearing aid during a 75 day trial period, during which time they return to Garden State Hearing &
Balance Center a minimum of three times to check on their progress. “We don’t over schedule or double book, so people are generally seen on time,” said Dr. Kirsh. The practice has th r ived on accessibility for patients, investments in technology, and the easing of the financial aspect of treatment. “We try to give people as much value as possible, and
that really separates us from some of the other hearing care professionals out there,” Better hearing is a priceless gift! Dr. Kirsh said.
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By: Paul Eberle, MS, PT, Whiting Physical Therapist
he Sciatic Nerve is the largest nerve in the body. It begins in the lower back, travels through the buttock and the back of the thigh, divides into two nerves at the knee and ends at your toes. The term “sciatica” refers to a set of symptoms including pain in the low back, buttock, and legs, which can radiate below the knee to the feet and toes. This radiating pain can be experienced in one or both legs along with numbness, tingling and muscle weakness in the hips, knees and ankles. It is important to understand that the term “sciatica” does not describe the specific causes of the radiating pain, which many individuals from their twenties to their nineties experience. There are two common causes of sciatic pain. Sciatic pain is most commonly caused by compression of lumbar or sacral nerve roots as they exit the spinal cord. The most common cause for nerve compression causing sciatica in the younger population is lumbar disc herniation. It has been reported that as high as 90% of all cases of sciatic pain are due to spinal disc herniations which impinge upon the nerve roots where the sciatic nerve originates. The compression or pressing of the nerve roots can cause pain, tingling, muscle weakness, or poor muscle control of the areas supplied by the sciatic nerve. Individuals with lumbar disc herniations, also known as lumbar disc bulges or slipped discs, usually experience increased radiating sciatic pain with forward bending and sitting. Work and daily activities often become limited. Physical therapy and instruction in patient specific exercises to reduce discal nerve impingement and to increase spinal flexibility and core strength have consistently shown to decrease and eliminate sciatic and lumbar pain. The McKenzie approach is a widely used physical therapy regimen. In this approach patients repeatedly perform specific exercises which mechanically reduce the process of disc herniation as discal material (nucleus propulsus) is pressed away from the irritated nerve roots and back toward or into the outer casing of the disc (annulus fibrosus). Treatment then focuses on strengthening postural muscles of the spine and trunk to
limit the possibility of symptom recurrence. The second most common cause of sciatic pain is lumbar spinal stenosis. Most people with lumbar spinal stenosis are over the age of fifty. It is estimated that more than 400,000 people in the United States have leg and/or lower back pain which is attributed to lumbar stenosis. The term stenosis means “choking” and is the result of the spinal cord or nerve roots being compressed within the spinal column. Stenosis is often the result of joint and disc degeneration. Sciatica from lumbar spinal stenosis usually progresses slowly and often becomes more severe with time. The low back pain and radiating buttock or leg pain will often subside for periods but, unfortunately, will often return. In most cases people with lumbar stenosis have pain with standing, walking and transitioning from a sitting to a standing position. This is due to the fact that when the lumbar spine is extended or straight, the nerve roots have less room as they exit the spinal cord and can be compressed. Patients with lumbar stenosis usually have relief when sitting and often prefer to stand with a slouched posture which reduces nerve compression and pain. The exercise prescription for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis focuses on increasing flexibility in the spine and legs and maximizing patient walking and daily activity tolerance without worsening pain. Patients are often not able to tolerate exercise in the standing position due to the irritation of tight muscles; therefore focus is initially on loosening up those muscles to decrease symptoms. Once symptom reduction begins, the patient can usually tolerate exercises to strengthen the lower extremities, spine and trunk in positions, notably standing, where they had experienced pain during the day. The goal is to have the patient be able to perform exercises and stretches which allow them to increase their tolerance to walking and standing activities. The third most common cause of sciatica is piriformis syndrome. In the past it was believed to cause approximately 6% of reported cases of sciatica, however recent EMG studies have shown that piriformis syndrome may be a more common source of sciatica. The sciatic nerve runs deep through the buttocks just beneath the
piriformis muscle. In 10 to 15% of individuals however, it is believed the nerve runs directly through the muscle. These individuals may be at an increased risk of piriformis syndrome. Patients with piriformis syndrome usually feel worse in seated positions, as increased pressure is placed on the sciatic nerve. This is often exacerbated in individuals who sit on their wallet. Common causes are overexercising and prolonged sitting and it appears to be more common in women. Buttock and sciatic pain resulting from piriformis syndrome respond well to physical therapy when properly diagnosed and treated. Physical therapy treatment begins with a thorough evaluation of the hip joint and spine followed by specific manual therapy techniques performed by an experienced therapist. The goal of physical therapy treatment is to allow the piriformis muscle to relax and lengthen, relieving the pressure on the sciatic nerve. Modalities including moist heat and ultrasound often assist in allowing the piriformis muscle to relax. Once pain levels are reduced, specific patient exercises and stretches can be taught, allowing patients to control and eliminate their sciatica. PAUL EBERLE, MS, PT
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jan 16 - jan 22
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your promises and they could keep you safe from disagreements and disputes. In the first half of the week, you may encounter frustrations if you begin something new or lose your desire to make changes. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You often strive to please and get along with others. As the week unfolds, however, your peacemaking overtures may receive unpredictable responses. Enjoy exploring and learning something new. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Focus on being a friend rather than a foe in the week ahead. Just because you tell them the truth doesn’t mean that everyone will agree. You may be correct but could begin an argument by disagreeing with someone. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Some people may think you scatter your energies like buckshot. Find techniques to help you work smarter rather than harder and save yourself numerous steps. You and your partner may unite over a cause in the week ahead. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You might believe in practicing what you preach and decide to support a worthy cause as the week unfolds. Try to help out if a loved one is worn out or overwhelmed by his or her various obligations. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Join forces with people who share your interests and hobbies. In the week to come, your wisdom could be highlighted when you engage in group discussions or work-related activities. Avoid disputes with a partner. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The writing on
the wall may only be graffiti. Decide whether you should pay attention or clean it off and start anew. Your loyalty to someone might be tested in the week ahead when you hear things you don’t agree with. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The latest news or gossip might keep you on your toes. Conflicting viewpoints might temporarily deter you from a business plan. Assimilate wisdom and sound guidance from a family member in the upcoming week. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your true love might get a chance to show his or her true colors in the upcoming week. Don’t let minor misunderstandings interfere with the basic harmony within a relationship. Show off your smarts. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Capitalize on congeniality. Your friendly, outgoing ways can attract a bevy of new friends. Reevaluate your financial situation and find ways to cut costs rather than spending as if tomorrow may never arrive. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Think about where you want to go. You could chart a path into the unknown and then discover what others may have always known. During the week ahead, you should listen to good advice from friends. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Being in the right implies that someone else must be wrong. Avoid engaging in cross words with a loved one during the initial part of the week. You might earn a bonus or a merit badge for mastering a new skill.
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