2021-02-27 - The Manchester Times by Jersey Shore Online

The MANCHESTER Times Vol. 26 - No. 46

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−Photos By Bob Vosseller Trash and debris at the Barkers Village mobile home community on Brown Avenue in Lakehurst is said to be blowing around the property. By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – There is an old saying that ‘strong fences build good neighbors’ and that saying would seem to apply to a problem the borough is having at a mobile home property.

During a recent Borough Council meeting the subject of trash debr is and park i ng problems at Barkers Village Trailer Park at 111 Brown Avenue in the borough was brought up. Resident

Bruce Morrison told members of council that roads near the facility “were not made for heavy trucks. If you take a ride and really look you’ll see flooding of water on both sides of the road.”

Restrictions Rolled Back On Religious, Entertainment Events

By Bob Vosseller TRENTON – Religious, sports and entertainment venues will be able to accommodate larger crowds following Governor Phil Murphy’s announcement today. The governor issued Executive Order No. 225, which increases capacity limits for religious services and large sports and entertainment venues.

Additionally, limited spectators will be allowed at collegiate sporting events, mirroring last week’s announcement on youth sporting events. Governor Murphy said, “as our COVID-19 metrics continue to trend in the right direction and as we continue our aggressive vaccination effort, we believe we can safely take this step. (Restrictions - See Page 10)

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Morrison added that there is parking issues, especially when people have to park on the street. “When there are two cars parked on both sides of the road there is no way you can

By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – The borough’s elementary school is back to five day a week live instruction albeit with reduced hours. The district also received a good grade on its recent audit. From mid-December to January 18, the district had gone to full remote learning. Teachers had requested the Board to consider waiting another 14 days before returning to live instruction but the Board chose to move forward with the plan to return. The students went back to live instruction on January 19, but only had eight days of classes before COVID-19 cases in the community spiked again and the district went full virtual for two more weeks. On February 16, teachers and staff resumed live instruction again. Superintendent Loren Fuhring said, “We are happy to report we are back in school five days a week and we hope that stands through the end of the school year.” “If we can get everyone back to five days a week and take in remote learners who want to return that would be great,” she added. Fuhring also reported that state testing was postponed again for the current school year. “It is happening but they have delayed the timeline. We were told to just sit tight because that may change again. There are a lot of what ifs and open questions right now.” The Board heard from Richard Helenbrecht of the firm of Armour Hulsart who performed (School - See Page 7)

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Governor Signs Cannabis Use Legislation

By Chris Lundy TRENTON – Following up on the referendum which passed last year, Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation to legalize recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older. The laws will also

decriminalize marijuana possession in small amounts and limit the use of previous marijuana convictions. “Starting immediately, those who had been subject to an arrest for petty marijuana possession will be able

to get relief and move forward,” Murphy said. “New Jersey’s broken and indefensible marijuana laws are no more.” Many municipalities in New Jersey have discussed banning the sale of such material in (Cannabis - See Page 7)

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get a lynched vehicle up that hill.” Councilman James Davis said that this was precisely why the borough wouldn’t be doing any garbage pick-up there. “That is the decision we came to. We recognized all that because of those factors.” “That brings me to the fence. There is still no fence around that garbage. Today there were 10 buckets tipped over. If you look over to the property there is all kinds of trash there that have been blown there. It crosses onto state property, that’s not Barkers, and it is loaded with trash that has gotten blown from that site because it keeps getting tipped over,” Morrison said. Morrison said that when a fence was present the garbage was confined and it also prevented residents outside of the mobile park community from dropping off their trash. “When there was a fence, we didn’t have that problem. When the wind comes it didn’t get tipped over.” “I know I’m beating this to death but it continues and they won’t put back up a fence,” Morrison added. Negotiations between the mobile home park owners and the borough have been going on regarding code enforcement issues accordi ng to Boroug h Clerk Maryann Capasso. Council President Steven Oglesby asked Borough Attorney Ian Goldman if there had been any movement on The General’s

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on the west side of the apartments would be dragging their garbage all the way to the east.” “Historically, we don’t pick up trash for commercial businesses. The consensus of the table is if the trucks won’t fit on the road and we shouldn’t be making an exception for them and we’ve been picking up garbage that have made it to the curb but that is going to end also,” Oglesby said. “As a borough we do not pay to dispose of commercial enterprise waste,” Oglesby said. “I’d like to get a resolution that works for everybody. Right now it is not working. That’s for sure. I don’t see why we can’t figure out something that works. Perhaps we could talk to our land use attorney and see what he has in mind,” Goldman added. “They are not securing the bins properly,” Oglesby said repeating Morrison’s complaints to Goldman who attended via a conference call. “Years ago, they had a Dumpster in the park. One for cardboard and one for trash. They made some kind of deal with the town many years ago to have that platform or whatever you want to call it which was fenced in. The trash barrels were there and there were no problems in having certain people there dropping their trash off,” Morrison said. “It was working fine until the fence was taken down. Once the fence was taken down there was a problem. People on the east end of the park had to bring

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Barkers Village. Goldman said he’d been in touch with the attor ney for Barkers Village on January 15 and that there had been several proposals sent to the borough. “One of the proposals that he sent us was to have, what he indicated they have done on other properties that they own, a storage location on the south end of Geneva Road. It would be in the middle of the development,” Goldman said. “We have two issues with this, first of all it is my understanding that road can’t handle trucks,” Goldman said. “That is correct,” Oglesby said. Goldman added, “the second issue is that even if it could, I need to see what the residents facing it on the south side think. I need to see what they (management) has in mind. I asked him to come up with a full proposal for us with some pictures and sketches so we could actually visibly see what he is talking about.” “He came up with a non-impressive sketch for us of which I need to speak with council about just to see what the most appropr iate game plan was in moving forward. The owners believe outsiders are dropping off trash there,” Goldman said. “That is where we stand. I imagine council will tell them to come up with another proposal,” Gold man added. The attorney said the idea of putting a storage area in what would be in the middle of the mobile park area would be an added distance for residents. “People

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Continued From Page 1 most of the school district’s audit this year according to Business Administrator Barry Parliman. “Normally, I’d be presenting this in November or December but of course this was a unique year. February 5 was the deadline for the state. Everything got filed on time and I delivered everything to the county oﬃce,” Helenbrecht said. He added, “the audit went well under the circumstances. In the part where it offers

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Continued From Page 1 their towns. They would do this by amending zoning laws, which dictate what kind of businesses are allowed in certain areas. Governing bodies like those in Berkeley and Manchester have spoken out against the legalization, but when it comes to writing their own laws, they had to wait until now because state law supersedes local. Now that it is in writing, they can write their own local legislation to counter it. On a state level, the Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) will be formed, creating regulations to govern the medical and adult-use industries and oversee the applications for licensing of cannabis

The Manchester Times, February 27, 2021, Page 7 any recommendations, we had none. Last year we had a couple of recommendation. One was because of the situation you were in with the mold from the year before (which caused the school to be closed until mitigation work was completed). You got the emergency aid so that helped.” “You didn’t have a deficit balance in the general fund and your food services (costs) are getting better. You had a deficit in that and you are slowly working on that. Keep up the good work with that. You are a district that unfortunately gets a lot of delayed state aid,” Helenbrecht said.

The issue with delayed state aid involves a temporary hole in the budget, he said. The district is supposed to receive $700,000 in June and if it comes late, this plays havoc with record keeping. “You don’t have that money and you don’t get it until July and the state may count that. You have that $700,000 even though you don’t get it until July. That is always something you have to be careful with in watching your cash flow situation,” he said. He described the records as being in good shape. A meeting has been scheduled with Parliman and district staff “to see how

things are going this year,” he said. He noted that Parliman calls or e-mails the firm on a regular basis when questions come up. “Better to have questions answered during the year so we don’t have a situation of what happened at the end of the year,” Helenbrecht added. “We get less aid and we have delays in getting things coming in on time,” Board President James Malden said. Parliman said the delay in receiving the state aid was why the district showed such a deficit. “We were a month behind. We’ve always been upfront.”

businesses. The law allows the State Legislature to reinvest cannabis revenue in designated “impact zones”; directs the CRC to promote diversity and inclusion in business ownership; and protects employees who engage in lawful behavior with respect to cannabis. Another bill would reform criminal and civil penalties for marijuana and hashish charges. The bill prevents unlawful low-level distribution and possession offenses from being used in pretrial release, probation, and parole decisions and provides certain protections against discrimination in employment, housing, and places of public accommodation. The bill also creates a pathway to vacate active sentences for certain offenses.

Another bill will clarify penalties for use by people younger than 21. “The failed War on Drugs has systematically targeted people of color and the poor, disproportionately impacting Black and Brown communities and hurting families in New Jersey and across our nation,” said U.S Senator Cory Booker. “Today is a historic day, and I applaud Governor Murphy, the legislature, and the many advocates for racial and social justice whose leadership is ensuring that New Jersey is at the forefront of equitable marijuana legalization policy. I will continue to work with my colleagues in the Senate to end the federal marijuana prohibition so we can fi nally begin healing the wounds of decades of injustice.”

“This is a historic reform that will have a real-life impact on social justice, law enforcement and the state’s economy,” said Senate President Steve Sweeney. “We can now move forward to correct social injustices at the same time that marijuana is made legal for adults. This will launch a new cannabis industry with the potential to create jobs and generate economic activity at a time when it is desperately needed. The decriminalization law is the most sweeping measure of its kind in the country and is a groundbreaking step in our continued effort to make criminal justice reforms that are fairer and more effective. This will help reduce the racial disparities and social inequities that have long plagued our criminal justice system.”

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER A Reminder To Salute Veterans, And Find Help For Them Every year National Salute to Veteran Patients Week provides Americans the opportunity to express gratitude to the more than 9 million veterans who receive healthcare services from the Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers. Special activities and events organized by the VA in collaboration with the general public take place throughout the week to raise awareness about the tremendous efforts carried out by the VA to provide our nation’s heroes with the highest quality of life and high quality healthcare. In fact, research published by the Journal of General Internal Medicine indicates that in general VA hospitals provide a higher quality of

care than non-VA medical facilities. This week also provides a platform for lawmakers and key influencers to reflect on the progress and innovation of VA, as well areas where the department could be better managed and improved. While representing New Jersey’s 3rd district in Congress from 2011 to 2015, I had the honor of serving on the House Committee on Veterans Affairs where I interacted with the unique operational structure of the VA, which relies on a forward-looking design that functions best when it stays on top, if not ahead, of modern standards and demands. In Congress, I tirelessly worked to improve quality and access to healthcare for veterans, particularly mental

health services with a focus on post-traumatic stress (PTS) treatment; worked on issues in the compensation and pension process of the veterans benefits system which were causing major delays in processing VA claims, sponsored and passed bills to make costof-living adjustments for veterans’ benefits automatic and to streamline treatment compensation. Of course, with medical, economic and societal changes taking place at a rapid pace, there will continue to be times where certain areas of the department are unable to keep up with itself and the demands of its structure and the needs of our veterans. During my time in oﬃce, I saw firsthand the power

of valuable public-private partnerships that can be leveraged to navigate some of these changes allowing us to create solutions for many of the challenges that change creates for the Department of Veterans Affairs and the care of our veterans. Public-private partnerships are invaluable at leveraging resources, through the private sector or nonprofit organizations. One such example is SoldierStrong, a Stamford, Conn.-based organization, that provides revolutionary medical technologies, such as exoskeleton suits which help paralyzed veterans walk again and virtual reality technology which aids in the treatment of PTS, at no cost to VA medical centers. These types of organizations allow veteran patients

greater access to cutting edge medical technologies, choices in their treatment options and remove some of the burden off the VA system health care system. My experience in public office and the work carried out by nonprofit organizations also underscore a truth that National Salute to Veteran Patients Week reaﬃrms: we cannot place the burden on veterans alone to fight on behalf of other veterans or on a single government agency to offer solutions to all of the problems that our country’s veterans face daily. It requires a collective effort from lawmakers on both the local, state and national levels, civilians, private enterprises and nonprofits alike to ensure that our nation’s heroes have the highest quality of life and

care available. That said, I acknowledge that the situation places most of the power and influence with federal lawmakers. I understand from my own experience that lawmakers and stakeholders must proactively anticipate medical and societal changes and leverage advantageous public-private partnerships to adjust accordingly so that the mission of the Department of Veterans Affairs will be sustainable for generations to come. Veterans and taxpayers should expect nothing less from the men and women that they elect to represent us. Jon Runyan Former Congressman, 3rd District SoldierStrong advisory board

Letters To The Editor Jackson Planning Board Stifles Residents This letter is in regards to a recent Jackson Planning Board meeting regarding the Adventure Crossing proposal. At Monday night’s Planning Board meeting, the application for two warehouses off Route 537 near the I-195 interchange drew intense interest from residents, environmental groups and activists.

More than a dozen people opposing the project waited their turn to comment. They sat through more than four hours of testimony before the board determined at 10:50 p.m. it was too late to continue. No opportunities for public comment were provided. Now, the hearing and the public’s chance to be heard will be delayed for another 10 weeks. Before the meeting was concluded, it was noted that there were 63 people on Zoom.

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Many more may have grown tired of waiting and signed off. Given the level of opposition to this project, the board’s failure to invite public comment was outrageous. Opponents deserve to be heard – and not 10 weeks from now. The pandemic and the board’s decision to hold meetings remotely has made it even more diﬃcult for the public to be heard. The board should do everything it can to provide opportunities to overcome the limits of remote meetings. Unlike many other Zoom meetings I have sat in on, the people on the call Monday night could not be seen or identified. What we witnessed instead was a wide-angle shot of the municipal meeting room that filled about half of the screen; the other half was filled by a board member who was attending remotely. We could only see the backs of the people testifying and saw only a small percentage of the exhibits that were displayed on a screen for the board. None of the board members identified themselves before

speaking. One of the opponents to the application had hoped to present concerns about the hearing process itself prior to the start of testimony. Among other things, she wanted to ask the board to allow all participants to be seen on Zoom and to archive the Zoom meeting so it could be viewed by residents at their convenience. She “raised her hand” on Zoom but was told to lower it. Repeated attempts to be recognized failed. The board’s failure to provide ample opportunities to comment feeds into the public’s distrust of government. And rightly so. There are several things we would like the board to do to facilitate public comment at all hearings on applications: 1. Don’t make members of the public sit through hours of testimony before being allowed to comment. Take comments at the start of the hearing so their concerns can be addressed by the applicants while they are testifying. Also, allow for public questioning at the conclusion

of each witnesses’ testimony, as is done in other towns. And allow suﬃcient time at the end of the meetings – perhaps cutting off testimony at 10 or 10:15 - to provide additional opportunities for members of the public to comment or ask questions. 2. All meetings, Zoom and in-person, should be recorded and posted online along with the meeting minutes. 3. Enable the comment feature on Zoom and respond to any questions during or after testimony has been provided. 4. Prior to the start of witness testimony on applications, the board should respond to any written questions that have been submitted prior to the meeting. 5. The board should accept written questions from the public at any time during the application process and require that staff professionals or the applicants provide written responses. In the weeks and months ahead, the Planning Board will be hearing from several applicants whose plans threaten to further diminish

the quality of life in Jackson, including Jackson Parke South and Jackson Woods Southeast. Those with concerns must be given every opportunity to be heard. As an aside, at Monday night’s meeting, only one of the dozen or so board members and associated staff wore a mask. They were sitting six feet apart, but that isn’t enough in an enclosed space. Everyone is the room should be wearing a mask. The board should help set a positive example for the public. Please respond to each of the five requests for making it easier for everyone’s voice to be heard. Randy Bergmann, Jackson Doug O’Malley, Environment New Jersey Jeﬀ Tittel, Sierra Club of New Jersey Britta Forsberg, Save Barnegat Bay Janet Tauro, Clean Water Action Marc Covitz, Crosswicks-Doctors Creek Watershed Association

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Chris Smith: Ride Share Safety Must Get Through Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C. − With an eye toward a post-COVID easing of restrictions and a return to economic normalcy, a group of bipartisan lawmakers are determined to establish timely and much-needed safety protections for Americans who will be using rideshare companies to help them get to work, school, appointments or social events. Authored by Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) with lead Democrat cosponsor, Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY), Sami’s Law will require transportation networking companies (TNCs) like Uber and Lyft to deploy a verifiable digital access system to match drivers with passengers before the ride begins to enhance safety for the ride-hailing public. A companion bill is expected to be introduced in the Senate by Ben Cardin (D-MD) later this month. The legislation, HR 1082, is named in honor of Samantha “Sami” Josephson - who was kidnapped and brutally murdered by a predator pretending to be her Uber driver near the University of South Carolina just months prior to her graduation in 2019. “We must establish safety protocols and accountability in the system to protect rideshare customers who remain extremely vulnerable,” said Smith, who represents Sami’s hometown of Robbinsville. “As the nation looks to emerge from COVID restrictions,

there will likely be a surge in travel and general activities, and thus a corresponding urgency to protect those who rely on Uber and Lyft services.” Underscoring the dangers, Smith cited Sami’s tragic murder and pointed to a report released by Uber that found over a two-year period, 2017 to 2018, the company received 5,981 allegations of serious sexual assault in the United States, and 19 people were killed in physical assaults during or soon after an Uber ride. He also cited a 2019 CNN report that revealed that Lyft has been hit with multiple driver rape and sexual assault allegations. “No family should have to endure what the Josephsons have” Rep. Suozzi said. “We can’t stop every family tragedy, but hopefully Sami’s law will establish safety protocols that protect Uber, Lyft and other rideshare customers.” Seymour and Marci Josephson, Sami’s parents, created the #WHATSMYNAME Foundation in “honor of their daughter to educate the world on rideshare safety.” They also came up with the idea for the legislation to help ensure no one else loses their life or is assaulted by a rideshare driver or a predator pretending to be their driver. Last year, after painstaking negotiations

with Smith, the Josephsons, congressional leaders, and Uber and Lyft, Sami’s Law unanimously passed the House with the strong support of Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy. The bill garnered the support of key Senate leaders, but time ran out in the Senate before unanimous consent could be achieved. “Lives are at stake and people, especially women, who use rideshare services are vulnerable to sexual assault and other crimes,” Smith said. “The Josephsons have made great progress educating rideshare customers about potential dangers, but none of us will rest until the modest and effective Sami’s Law protocols are enacted and the public is better protected.” Sami’s Law not only sets safety requirements for today’s technology and a process for successor technology performance standards, it also establishes a 17-member advisory council that reports to the Secretary of Transportation - SAMI’s Council - comprised of federal agency and public stakeholders to advance safety standards in the rideshare industry; makes it unlawful to sell, or offer for sale, ride-share signage, making it more difficult for imposters like Sami’s murderer to pose as a driver; requires a GAO report on the incidence of

assault and abuse of both passengers and drivers; and requires that the GAO also examine the nature and specifics of “background” checks conducted by companies and the varying standards set by States regarding background checks. Other original cosponsors of the bill include: Reps. James Clyburn (D-SC), the Democratic Whip; Joe Wilson (R-SC); Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ); and Albio Sires (D-NJ). The new bill is already endorsed by two groups which originally opposed the legislation last Congress. “We thank and commend Representative Smith for working closely with us in crafting this legislation, which will provide a fully nonvisual method for blind and deafblind passengers to identify and verify rideshare trips,” said Mark Riccobono, President of the National Federation of the Blind. “Personal safety is a top priority for our movement and we urge the House to swiftly pass this legislation.” “The National Sheriffs’ Association supports Sami’s Law… all users of ridesharing programs should have a reasonable expectation of safety, which this bill addresses for both passengers and drivers,” said Jonathan F. Thompson, Executive Director and CEO of the National Sheriffs’ Association.

Cory Booker: Biden Urged To Ensure Vaccine Access For Farm, Food Chain Workers

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, led a letter sent to the White

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Lakehurst Sailor Has Baby On Day Of Promotion

By Bob Vosseller VIRGINIA BEACH – On the same day as her promotion to Personnel Specialist Chief, a Lakehurst sailor earned another responsibility. While stationed with the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command, she had her baby on the day of the Fiscal 21 Chief Petty Oﬃcer (CPO) Final Night. Personnel Specialist Chief Veronica Guadalupe Foley, a selected chief who initiated with class 127 said, “I’ve always known I’ve wanted to make Chief but never did I imagine going through the season while being pregnant, much less delivering on the last day of training right before my pinning.” “The day I went into labor was a day of mixed emotions. I was nervous because my baby was coming out three weeks earlier than expected, I was excited to fi nally meet her, and I −Photo courtesy U.S. Navy was saddened because I knew I would Personnel Specialist Chief Veronica Guanot be able to stand next to my class dalupe Foley with newborn Fiona Margaret 127 brothers and sisters and be a part Mary Foley. of the Pinning Ceremony with them,” Foley said. said to myself and those around me was: Foley added, “I could not however take ‘Don’t let this distract you,’ I would not let away from the pure joy I felt when I saw her my pregnancy defi ne me. I refused to be for the fi rst time,” said Foley. “Terrifying? limited as much as possible, and I knew I Yes. Worth all the madness involved in defi nitely wanted this. So, I pushed mygetting a child into the world? Most defi- self. Within my pregnancy limitations of nitely. I felt her kicks, watched her grow course,” Foley added. and sacrificed my own comfort in order to Foley said, “I know I didn’t cut corners,” bring her into the world.” said Foley. “I definitely did everything that Now that her new daughter, Fiona Mar- I absolutely could. Anyone could see that garet Mary Foley had arrived, “I couldn’t my heart was in it, the passion was there, keep my eyes off her, I just wanted to stare and that I loved it. That’s what it’s really and study every feature of hers and mem- all about.” orize the details,” she added. This Chief season however was unlike With a sense of relief and adoration, Fo- any other and presented its own challenges ley felt a great sense of accomplishment. to the Chief’s going through the initiation “I had successfully undergone the season process. “The season was a different exdespite the challenge that was my preg- perience overall. Not only because of my nancy,” she said. pregnancy, but also because of the current “When I got told that I had made chief, pandemic we are facing.” that I’d gotten selected, the fi rst thing I (Sailor - See Page 29)

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Cash Calendar Raffle To Be Held

WHITING – St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church is sponsoring a “Cash Calendar Raff le” which will run through June 2021. Each day a predetermined cash prize of $20, $50 or $100 will be awarded. Even if you win once you are still eligible for all the remaining days.

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NJ Electrical Lic#15158A • NJ Hic Lic#4538 • HVACR LIC#720 −Photo courtesy Manchester Township Police Department MANCHESTER – The Manchester Township Police Department would like to congratulate Police Ptl. Jonathan Meaney and Ptl. Julian Meaney who graduated from the Ocean County Police Academy Basic Class #109 with a number of awards and commendations! The Department is proud to report that Ptl. Julian Meaney was named Class Valedictorian, and earned the High Academic, High Marksmanship, and Distinguished Expert Perfect Score accolades. Ptl. Jonathan

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By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – Board of Education member Debby Pease who also heads the Lakehurst PTA said the organization is selling Mike’s Crumb Cakes of Brick Township, as a fundraiser. “They are $10 a cake and we need to sell 1,000 cakes.” It was stated that the school district has 250 families in the school and that purchasing four cakes each would help accomplish their sales goal. This would put the PTA in a better position as it has not been able to hold some of its regular fundraisers due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The sale will continue until March 1 when the

money is due. The cakes will be delivered on March 10. “PTA membership is at a low but we are accepting of that fact because of COVID. I’m very excited for our crumb cake sale,” Pease said. She added that orders could be made through the district’s website, lakehurstschool.org/. The PTA held a recent meeting that also included teachers “who gave us some good ideas and advice.” Pease added, “I think we will forgo the book fair this year. There is no way to do it so the crumb cake sale will help us out. It is just straight crumb cake and it is really good.”

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Is Open For Sunday Services

WHITING – St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church has opened the church for Sunday Services. Services are held at 8 a.m. for Holy Eucharist, and 10:15 a.m. for Holy Eucharist and music by our Music Minister Esther Graham. Everyone is welcome but must wear a

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE “BECAUSE THERE IS Rapid COVID-19 Testing Offered To Employers And Businesses

NEW JERSEY – Create a safe work environment and minimize COVID risk! Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services (PHHC), Eatontown, with offices in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, is now offering on-site rapid COVID-19 testing services for employers and businesses in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. PHHC will provide on-site testing administered by a licensed nurse, with customized testing schedules and programs, for 10 to 1,000 persons, at business locations.

Jonathan Herman, COO of Preferred, said, “We follow all CDC guidelines because safety is of utmost importance to everyone at Preferred. We are so glad that we can offer this service to all employers and businesses.” For information, call 800-603-CARE (2273). For more infor mation about Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services, career opportunities, or training programs, contact Lisa Gallicchio, director of community relations, at lisa@preferred cares.com or visit PreferredCares.com

Ocean County Family Support Organization Holds Parents Support Groups

OCEAN COUTNY – The Ocean County Family Support Organization is holding virtual Parents Support Groups every Thursday at 6 p.m. via Zoom. The virtual Parents Support Group is an informal support group of parents, grandparent and caretakers of children

with special emotional and behavior needs sharing concerns while supporting one another. The meeting ID for the Zoom call is 830-8271-1826. Call or email to register; 732-569-6334 or email nina.sonatore@oceanfso.org. For more information, visit oceanfso.org.

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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.

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

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Upper respiratory tract infections often necessitate the need for time off work, and various non prescription medications to help relieve symptoms. But how would you like to make a tea that helps? Teas are very easy to make at home. Everything in my recipe below can be purchased at a health food store, or online apothecary. My video for this recipe is on my website by the way, you can search it by the title, “Make Your Own Immune Tea.” Ingredients 5 cups water 1 Tablespoon Elderberries 1 Tablespoon Echinacea 1 Tablespoon Orange Peel 2 teaspoon Licorice Root Optional: Honey to sweeten Directions: Pour 5 cups of water into a pot and stir the herbs in. Over medium low heat, bring the water to a soft boil and then reduce heat to a very gentle simmer. Continue simmering for about 20 - 30 minutes. Strain the herbs and pour the tea into a glass jar to store. Sweeten if desired. Store in refrigerator for 3 days. Drink 1 cup daily. Here are the benefits of each herb in the tea: Elderberry. Elderberries (Sambucus nigra) have been used as a natural defense against virus and bacteria for centuries. Studies prove that it can even help inhibit growth of certain influenza strains. Furthermore, studies suggest that this herb can help with obesity, insulin signaling and various other

biomarkers of endocrine dysfunction. Echinacea. This herb has been used for centuries to help control symptoms of the common cold, inf luenza and other pathogens. Most consumers and physicians are not aware that commercially available products containing “echinacea” differ appreciably depending on what species, and part of the plant is used. Echinacea inhibits hemagglutinin, and neuraminidase, controlling spread, and severity of influenza. Orange Peel. This is dried orange rind, and it imparts vitamin C which is useful as a strong antioxidant. A lot of research has been conducted on C because it is known to help shorten duration of misery. As a side note, you cannot synthesize collagen without vitamin C, and it’s not made in the human body either! Wrinkles are more profound when you run low on collagen, and it starts to slowly decline after age 20 or 25 in most people. Licorice Root. This contains an active compound called glycyrrhizic acid, which is known to slow down the growth of many viruses. It can also directly kill certain viral particles. What I am talking about here is not candy, it’s an herbal extract from the plant called, Glycyrrhiza glabra. Honey. Unprocessed (raw) honey has anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties that can serve to improve immune system function, and so don’t feel guilty if you want to sweeten your tea. Just use a good brand such as Manuka, or similar.

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while hundreds have lost their lives,” the senators wrote to the White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Jeff Zients. “This includes independent farmers and ranchers, farmworkers, food processing workers, and last-mile food workers in grocery stores and restaurants. These workers are dispropor tionately from

low-income and immigrant communities, shedding light on the exacerbated issue of long-standing racial and ethnic disparities we continue to witness. And while these workers are critical to keeping our food system working, little has been done to keep them safe.” “The Biden Administration inherited a patchwork vaccine distribution process, and this coupled with limited doses has created a system rooted in inequity,

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By: Marc S. Galella, Esq.and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Anyone selling real estate in New Jersey needs to be aware of the terms of the Bulk Sales Act. The purpose behind the Bulk Sales Act is to protect a purchaser from any taxes owed by the seller to the State of New Jersey. The failure to follow the Bulk Sales procedures could result in the State assessing any tax liability of the seller against the purchaser. For the purposes of the Bulk Sale Act, the only real estate that is exempt from the Bulk Sales filing requirement is a simple dwelling house, which is a one or two family residential building, or condominium, if the seller is an individual, estate or trust. Almost all other real estate transactions are required to file pursuant to the Bulk Sales Act. The filing procedure for the Bulk Sales Act is relatively straightforward. At least 10 business days prior to the closing of title, the purchaser or their attorney must file a form with the State referred to as a C-9600 Bulk Sales Notice. The form contains information about the transaction including the seller’s name and tax ID number as well as the purchaser’s name and tax ID number. The terms of the sale must be disclosed by way of a copy of the real estate contract attached to the form. Once the State receives that form, it will

then review its records Marc S. Galella Esq. to determine whether the seller owes any taxes to the State, including any taxes that may result from the specific sale. The State will then send what is referred to as a Bulk Sales escrow letter to the buyer’s attorney. The Bulk Sales escrow letter will direct how much money must be escrowed from the seller at closing pending a determination by the State as to the actual taxes owed. The next step is for the seller or their accountant to submit to the State a form known as a TTD (Transfer Tax Declaration) form in which the seller discloses the taxes that may be due to the State as a result of the transaction. In some cases, the Bulk Sales notice and the TTD form can be submitted simultaneously so that the State can make a determination as to amount of taxes owed. Once the State determines the taxes owed, it will send a second letter directing the buyer’s attorney to release a specific amount of money from the escrow held at closing. Upon the State receives that money it will then send a third letter to the buyer’s attorney authorizing the release of the remaining escrow to the seller.

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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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LAKEWOOD – The Jewish Federation of Ocean County will host an evening of entertainment on March 11 to benefit two organizations that help those suffering from food insecurity. The Place To Be, the Federation’s annual event, will be held virtually and feature piano bar entertainment. Chair of the event for the fourth time Fran Gimpel says she is “excited to bring quality entertainment to the community for a great

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Continued From Page 11 She said “for our safety and the safety of others social distancing was heavily implemented. For example, groups were limited to 10 people, and most physical training sessions were over Zoom.” “It was actually explained to me that if I had to go through a season while being pregnant, this one was the one, because of COVID-19 and the extensive safety precautions in place,” Foley added. Along with mitigating COVID-19 transmission, additional efforts were made to ensure a safe environment throughout Foley’s pregnancy. “Being aware of her situation, we made sure not to put any unnecessary stress on her or the baby,” said Logistics Specialist Senior Chief Joel G. Williams who is the Chief Petty Oﬃcer initiation season leader. “While making sure we abided by the guidelines provided by medical, her training remained exactly the same as any of the other Chief Selects. To help her though she’d be allowed to sit when she felt like she needed to, and more time was given to her to complete some of the tasks given,” he said. Chief Season involves a lot of mental rigor of its inductees which benefits from a support system, especially while carrying a child. Foley said, as soon as she found that she had picked up Chief that evening, “the kids were still awake and my husband had told them. Hey, you know, mom did it. Things are going to be a little different and we need to be there for her to help through this.” She said, “so, with my family to kind of help me, and still have fun and partake with me I had them do some of the things with me.” “My oldest for example, would wake up with me on my physical training mornings, and we would go work out or walk and he

The Manchester Times, February 27, 2021, Page 29 would do some singing and memorizations with me,” Foley noted. “Throughout the entire initiation I felt the support of the other selects and the Chief’s Mess. They showed understanding and genuinely cared for me. From simply asking me how I’m doing to making sure I was taking breaks and sitting down at appropriate times,” Foley said. “She was a valuable part of the team,” said Yeoman Chief Janet Paredes, class 127 initiate. “She was a mental motivation to me and others on the team. Watching her go through the season while being far along in her pregnancy and attitude helped me in the moments where I stumbled or fell.” As Foley’s pregnancy did not allow her to be present on the actual day of her Chief Pinning, she was surprised instead. Foley remarked, it was really, really something to see. I walked out of my front door and straight out looking on the lawn I just saw khakis, and anchors, and people out there. Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and chiefs all on my front yard. I heard Senior Chief Joel Williams say, ‘Attention to the Chief’s Creed,’ and then all Chiefs present snapping to attention as the creed was read.” “I saw my husband and my mom walk up with my anchors and I couldn’t believe what was happening. And then Legalman Chief Serena Williams, my sponsor, came up with my cover. I will cherish this moment forever,” she added. Foley gave some advice for any future Chief going through the season while pregnant. “I would say do it. Stay within your means and limitations, but defi nitely perform to the fullest, only you know your body and know your limits.” “If you feel like you can do it, then give it your best. The season is not something you ever want to shortchange yourself. It’s an experience that you’ll never get back and you’ll hear that a lot. So, make is yours,” she asked.

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TOMS RIVER – Meeting the growing need for allied health professionals is one of the areas in which Ocean County College’s Workforce and Professional Education (WPE) excels. WPE delivers purposeful education in Healthcare, Business & Technology and Education, taught by industry-certified staff and instructors. The aging population in the United States has created a demand and WPE is working hard to help meet it. The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) course is the program’s most popular and prepares students for careers in this expanding field. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, (BLS) employment of medical assistants is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations this decade, and OCC’s program offers three certifications — phlebotomist, EKG technical and clinical medical assistant. “Students may be interested in a mid-career change or be re-entering the workforce after a time away, or may be looking for a pathway into nursing,” says Justin Zutski, career pathways coordinator at OCC. “We have a diverse group in this program; one nursing student took this certification program just as a way to gain more knowledge in her field.” Graduates are in demand in hospitals, doctors’ oﬃces and urgent care facilities. A high school diploma is required to register for the 4-month program, and scholarships are available to help cover some of the $4400 cost.

“Students are taught medical terminology, skill sets and more. They get hands-on training from skilled teachers,” says Gerald Mangino, manager of healthcare career programs. “We also offer externships, although they are on hold right now. We offer virtual information sessions and career days for students to allow different facilities to explain what they do.” OCC’s Pharmacy Tech course is taught by a veteran pharmacist; provides funding through a Healthworks Grant; and offers apprenticeships through a partnership with CVS. Growth in this field is expected to be above the national average for all careers over the next 10 years, according to the BLS. “The beauty of this course is that students can go anywhere once they have the training,” says Mangino. “Shorter, condensed trainings are the wave of the future. There actually is a shortage of pharmacy techs right now, which is driving wages higher.” “These training programs are a more cohesive way to begin a career or make a change,” adds Zutski. “Because they have a narrow focus, students get more out of the program in a shorter time.” WPE also offers certifications in medical coding, phlebotomy, veterinary assistant, EKG and many other related certifications. The next Pharmacy Tech course begins in March. Visit ocean.edu/ for more information. The next CCMA course will begin on March 1.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of FEB 27 - mar 5 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your drive for a more fulfilling lifestyle and all the things that money can buy could occupy most of your time. As the week unfolds, you might find more reasons to treasure your job and appreciate teamwork. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may be challenged to justify your actions during the week ahead, but rather than feeling defensive, you can take matters into your own hands. You may be filled with energy when faced with a subject close to your heart. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The spin of a roulette wheel can be exciting if you are willing to take a chance. Avoid wishful thinking when you and a partner get together. Your home could become the center of a friendly gathering in the week ahead. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Think through every detail. As the week begins, make sure everything you do demonstrates well-planned actions. Your busy partner might appreciate your ability to provide comfort teamed with prioritized eﬃciency. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): This isn’t the best time to make investments or major purchases, but it’s a good time to cultivate friendships. A busy schedule can prevent a partner from giving you the attention you crave. Opportunities for closeness arrive later this week. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It’s always darkest before the dawn. Pay attention to the details of something and by the end of the week you should be able to enjoy the rewards you deserve for your attentiveness. You might stand out in a social gathering.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your home life could be consumed with activities and responsibilities, putting a damper on your social life. During the week ahead, you may form new friendships and develop new objectives if you find the time. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You could be so busy in the week ahead that you don’t realize there are increasing expenses. Focus on the particulars for each bill amidst economic uncertainty. You may see that you can make ends meet. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Supportive friends may offer a generous array of agreeable options as the week unfolds. You may daydream too much or get little accomplished if your movements are restricted. Tackle every task with gusto. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your impulse might be to manage people and control events in the first part of the upcoming week. If the reins of power are not within your grasp, tread cautiously. Focus on being friendly and upbeat. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There’s no reason to merely survive when you can choose to thrive. Make an effort to handle your duties like a champ and by the end of the week you may find opportunities to expand your sphere of influence. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There is no reason to hide your brightness, lightness and loyalty. You may be unaware that you are appreciated and valued. In the week to come, you can cement a relationship or benefit from your contact with others.

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