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By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Barbara “Bobbi Jo” Crea, a Little Egg Harbor Committeewoman and former mayor, won the official endorsement of the Ocean County Republican Organization at their County Council. This means that she’ll have the party line for the primary election in the summer. If she wins that, she would have the party line for the general election in November. This is important because most people just vote for everyone in their party of choice. “I am humbled by tonight’s vote and honored to have received the endorsement of my fellow Ocean County Republicans. I want to thank Chairman Frank Holman for a fair and well-run convention from start to finish,” said Crea, who also offered her thanks to Berkeley Township Councilman John Bacchione for a hard-fought race. “I look forward to uniting our party and running alongside my friend, Commissioner Gary

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−Photos courtesy Fiore Family Veronica Fiore, sitting, joins her daughter Clare Fiore and her granddaughter Zoe Kimbell-Tompkins during her recently held 100th birthday drive by celebration in Lacey Township. (Right) One of many vehicles pass by the Lacey Township home of Clare Fiore to honor her mother, Veronica Fiore, a long-time resident of Waretown. By Bob Vosseller LACEY – Veronica Fiore has seen a lot in her centennial of life including a global pandemic. That health

crisis, however, wasn’t about to prevent her family from helping her celebrate her recent milestone birthday. A drive thru parade

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was recently held at the Lacey home of her daughter Clare Fiore. Fiore joined her mom as cars bearing banners, balloons and signs

passed by wishing her a wonderful birthday. The event provided three generations of the family to come together (Party - See Page 4)

School Re-Entry Plan, Budget On Agenda

By Bob Vosseller LACEY – As the township school district continues its move toward five day a week live instruction, Board of Education members are also looking at other important issues. The re-entry plan moves students to four hours a day, five days a week live schedule. Phase II began with Lacey Middle School and Lacey High School on March 8 and will continue with phase III on March 22 with Forked River, Mill Pond and Cedar Creek schools. Board President Donna McAvoy said a new survey was sent

to parents to gain input on whether parents felt comfortable with this model or if they would prefer a remote instruction model. Nearby communities such as Barnegat and Stafford have also gone back to a five day a week schedule. The issue of substitute nurses was noted in both districts and a parent asked if that was a concern of the Board. “We hired two additional nurses to assist with the load that we anticipated back in September. We have heard from the (Agenda - See Page 12)

Lacey Remembers Township Leader

By Bob Vosseller LACEY – Township officials remembered a town leader during a recent meeting of the governing body. Deputy Mayor Nicholas Juliano noted the loss of a long-time tow nsh ip resident and community leader “Dick Ritchie who I’m sure a lot of people know in this town. Definitely a very iconic man. He has done so many things.” “He was chairman of the planning board

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for a number of years,” Township Clerk/Business Administrator Veronica Laureigh said. Juliano added, “I had the honor of doi ng business with him for 20 years. When I first came to this town I rented the building next to his shop and I got to know him over those 20 years. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. He was definitely a great man. He gave back to the community in so many (Leader - See Page 7)

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Continued From Page 1 as Fiore’s daughter was also present. Fiore said Veronica “was very strict as a mother. She didn’t allow her daughters to date until they were 17, and even then, only with supervision. She was always in motion, nicknamed ‘The Energizer Bunny.’ Her house was always spotlessly clean, dinner was always ready on time, and everything always in its proper place.” “In her spare time, Veronica crocheted and sewed clothing for her children and relatives. There wasn’t a baby in the family that did not have a blanket made by her. Veronica lived through the women’s liberation movement and has seen everything from the flappers of the 20s, to the first women being allowed to serve in the military, up to today (quite literally a century’s worth of events),” Fiore said. During her teenage years Veronica experienced the hardships of the Great Depression. Her family was only able to eat meat once a week and took in boarders in order to try to make ends meet. Veronica got married during World War II. Her husband, Nicholas Fiore, who she married in 1943, served in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a B-17 bomber crewman. Her husband flew numerous combat missions over Europe during the war, leaving Veronica at home for the first years of their marriage. They were married for 69 years before he died 2012. They had two daughters. Veronica remarked that she has loved

crocheting her entire life, and still does it today. She also enjoys cooking and baking for her family, and spending lots of quality time with them. Veronica noted her favorite presidents were “FDR and Harry Truman. I was definitely surprised by the drive by celebration.” Her granddaughter Zoe Kimbell-Tompkins said, “we had told her a couple people were stopping by to say happy birthday, so she definitely wasn’t expecting the amount of people that showed up. Despite the cold weather, she had a wonderful time and enjoyed seeing her family and friends, even if it was only for a minute or two.” “Veronica was born in New Brunswick moved to Waretown almost 23 years ago, when my parents adopted me from China. She moved from Somerset so she could be closer to my mom and I. She was happy to be in Waretown because she finally had a house with a big kitchen and a big backyard, she could entertain her family and friends in,” her granddaughter said. Veronica said the first moon landing was a very significant event for her, “I never thought I’d see space travel within my lifetime.” She added, another very important event for her was the end of World War II, which brought her husband back home to her. Her granddaughter noted that during of her grandmother’s lifetime the role of women and their rights had changed dramatically. “As a kid, I was the stereotypical theater nerd. I spent all of my free time listening to musicals with my friends, my extracurriculars were only related to my

school’s drama club, I hated gym class and was not even remotely athletic, so mom and grand mom were defi nitely surprised when I told them I was joining the Army.” “Once the initial shock wore off in about two minutes, they were exceptionally vocal about all the reasons I shouldn’t be in the military. Seeing as the last person that had served in the military was my grandfather, the only information they had about what it was like to serve was from World War II,” Kimbell-Tompkins added. “They were very concerned for my well-being. The process was defi nitely hard on all of us, for the past 18 years it had just been the three of us. I had never been away from home for longer than a week and my mom and grand mom were used to seeing me on a daily basis.” “After a lot of conversations, arguments, and tears, they slowly started to come around, and by the time I shipped out to basic training, they were insanely supportive. It’s still a challenge though on all of us, even after five years,” she added. “Whenever I call home, grand mom always asks when I’m coming home, which is a really hard question to answer because it’s hard for me to get home as often as I’d like. As hard as this has been on them, both her and my mom have been so strong and exceptionally supportive of me. She is very family oriented,” Zoe Kimbell-Tompkins added. Zoe Kimbell-Tompkins who is currently stationed at San Antonio, Texas said she was glad she was able to make it to

−Photo courtesy Fiore Family Veronica Fiore, who lived in Waretown for more than two decades waves at the camera during her recent birthday celebration in Lacey Township at the home of her daughter Clare Fiore. the celebration. She said her mother and grandmother “have all of my photos in uniform all around the house, and grand mom salutes them every time she passes them. I can honestly say I’m insanely fortunate to have them in my corner.”

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Continued From Page 1 different ways.” Committeeman Mark Dykoff said of Ritchie, “I remember knowing Dick Ritchie 25 years ago when I first came down here. He was one of the fathers of Lacey Township with John Parker of course and the list goes on. I remember sitting on the Planning Board with Dick being the chairman and being part of the Kiwanis.” “What a gentleman, as Nick said. What a good man. Excellent business man. You just felt good when you dealt with Dick Ritchie. He will be sorely missed and my condolences goes out to his family,” Dykoff added. Committeeman Tim McDonald also spoke about Ritchie adding, “when I found out about it, a mutual friend of ours and I talked about Dick until 2 in the morning. The one thing I remember about Dick Ritchie besides being a great gentleman was that his gas station here was immaculate. He wouldn’t have it any other way. He will be sorely, sorely missed.” “I also wish to mention the passing of Dick Ritchie who has been an active community member for many years. He was a dedicated member of the Rotary Club and also served on the planning board for many years. He will be missed by us all,” Committeeman Steven Kennis said. Mayor Peter Curatolo gave his condolences to the Ritchie family. “He was absolutely one of the fathers of our town, like Mr. Parker and so many others. Although I did not know Mr. Ritchie, I have certainly heard the name many times and am very sorry for his family.” Land Donation The governing body also recently approved a donation of property to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services. Laureigh described the land being donated as “a valueless piece of property that will probably only be seen on low tide days. Fish and Wildlife had reached

out to us to acquire it. It is back behind Bayberry Village at Murray Grove and we are donating it to them.” Committee members also voted to amend township code regarding stormwater regulations through an ordinance on second reading. “The entire chapter has been amended in accordance to the new guidelines issued by the State Department of Environmental Protection,” Laureigh said noting the 31 pages covering those regulations. Grants and Refunds A shared service arrangement with Ocean County was also passed for the Move Over grant program. A resolution concerning the refund of a building permit fee for a solar project from the Lacey Township Building Department was approved. Laureigh said this was for a resident who had canceled the project and therefore sought a refund of their $341 permit fee. Committeeman Mark Dykoff spoke about the refund saying “what will happen is that people will - as in this case - pay for a building permit and they change their mind and they want a refund. Well, it’s not that easy. We are the stewards of your money and obviously what that means what we have to do is that it has to go before the committee.” “We have to determine whether the refund of that money is warranted,” Dykoff added. He also gave another example of “what we do up here. The second reading of an ordinance is basically a law. So, what we do is we have a first reading and we vote on that and it doesn’t mean we are approving it, it means we are approving it to hear.” “You’ll notice during the second reading we open it up to public comment. That is the time for the public to come up and voice any concerns or add any ideas they may have,” Dykoff added. Also on the agenda was the payment of township bills in the amount of $653,778.71 and the reduction of two performance bonds

NOTICE OF MEETING FOR THE BOARD OF SCHOOL ESTIMATE OF THE OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the meeting of the Board of School Estimate of the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District is scheduled for Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 3:15 p.m., in the Ocean County Administration Building, 101 Hooper Avenue, Room 119, Toms River, New Jersey, for the purpose of reviewing and approving the proposed budget for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District for the 2021-2022 school year. Formal action will be taken at this meeting. Frank J. Frazee, CPA Secretary, Board of School Estimate

for the second phase of Seabreeze at Lacey that were also resolutions approved. Seabreeze at Lacey Community Association President Joe Branciforte and association member Bob Lesniak thanked the Committee in regards to the two performance bond measures. Branciforte provided an update on the community’s transition process from Toll Brothers ownership. “We are one step away from full independence. We hired two people - a transition attorney and a transition engineering firm.” The senior community has 528 residents. The Township Committee also approved the funding for new radio communications equipment. The upgrades in radio equipment will cost Lacey $1,290,000 that will be utilized by police, first aid and fire companies in the township. Kudos To The DPW Juliano noted that with spring weather starting to emerge he thanked the staff of the “Department of Public Works and the work of all volunteer organizations in the township and the police department for all they do.” Dykoff also gave thanks to the DPW for their work during the winter regarding “the snow storms where there was no rhyme or

reason whether it was sleet, slush or snow, freezing. It was rough and our town and our county did a great job clearing the roads.” State Budget Decisions and Marijuana Regulations Regarding some state news, McDonald said, “we have our great governor saying no new taxes but he’s increasing everything. Government doesn’t work that way. All he’s doing is kicking it down the road. We are going to get stung very, very badly in the near future.” It is implied that McDonald referred to the governor as being “great” in a sarcastic way. McDonald also noted during the meeting about marijuana. “Last I read you could smoke it here but you just can’t buy it here so I think they will have to change that.” Kennis also addressed marijuana legislation by the state calling it “an absolute travesty. It specifically says the odor of marijuana doesn’t warrant an investigation. In addition, the bill includes penalties for (police) officers who wrongly exert their authority when it comes to marijuana investigations.” “So, if you are police you are not even going to try to investigate anyone for marijuana. It is essentially a free for all. If it is one thing New Jersey does well is getting its priorities wrong,” Kennis added.

Veterans’ Memorial Foundation To Host Virtual Ceremony

NEW JERSEY – Join the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation on National Vietnam War Veterans Day, March 29, as they commemorate the New Jersey men and women who served and died as a result of the war in Vietnam after returning home. Some of these deaths are due to Agent Orange exposure and the physical or emotional wounds received in Vietnam. The deaths of these individuals are no less tragic than those that occurred

in-country, but their names do not appear on the Memorial. This event will be broadcast live on their Facebook and YouTube pages and posted afterward on their website. The public is welcome to honor a Veteran by leaving a virtual candle on their website with a personalized message. Payment is not required to leave a message; donations supporting the Foundation and their work preserving the legacies from the Vietnam War are appreciated.

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Waretown Elementary Preschool/Kindergarten Registration Announced

WARETOWN – The Elementary Preschool/Kindergarten registration information has been released for the 2021-2022 school year. Preschool Classes Registration: pre-register online by clicking the registration link on the website at otsdk6.org and entering the requested information. Once completed you will be contacted by the school registration office to schedule an appointment for the next step in the registration process. You will need to bring the following documents to this appointment: • Original Birth Certificate (child must be at least 3-years-old on or before 10/1/21) • Immunization Record • Two Proofs of Residency (One proof must be proof of ownership i.e. tax bill, mortgage statement, homeowner insurance or a rental agreement. Second proof may be a utility bill.) • Custody papers if applicable Note: adult registering the child must be parent or legal guardian. Transportation will be provided. Kindergarten Classes Registration:

pre-register online by clicking the registration link on the website at otsdk6.org and entering the requested information. Once completed you will be contacted by the school registration office to schedule an appointment for the next step in the registration process. You will need to bring the following documents to this appointment: • Original Birth Certificate (child must be at least 5-years-old on or before 10/1/21) • Immunization Record • Two Proofs of Residency (One proof must be proof of ownership i.e. tax bill, mortgage statement, homeowner insurance or a rental agreement. Second proof may be a utility bill.) • Custody papers if applicable Note: adult registering the child must be parent or legal guardian. If your child is already enrolled in our preschool program, there is no need for you to come to the registration. Your child is already enrolled in our school. For more information, call Chrissy Smith at 609-693-3131 ext. 110.

Tuckerton United Methodist Church Announces Spring Events

TUCKERTON – The Tuckerton United Methodist Church, located at 134 N Green St. in Tuckerton, will be hosting a series of events throughout Spring and Summer 2021: Easter Eve Jazz Vigil – April 3, 5:30 p.m.; Outdoor Worship Service; Join for one of the earliest Christian services which unites Good Friday and Easter day, featuring a Dixieland Band playing traditional Christian Hymns and New Orleans Jazz! Spring Vendor Fair – April 24, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Rain date May 1); Spaces are $25 and can be reserved by contacting Carol for more info 609-296-9610 or tuckertonumc@ gmail.com. Proceeds go to the missions of the Tuckerton United Methodist Church. Make note to follow CDC social distancing

guidelines at all times. Community Yard Sale – May 15, 8:30 a.m. (Rain date May 22); Spaces are $25 and can be reserved by contacting Carol for more info 609-296-9610 or tuckertonumc@ gmail.com. Proceeds go to the missions of the Tuckerton United Methodist Church. Make note to follow CDC social distancing guidelines at all times. Manna Farmers Market – Tuesdays beginning June 15, 10 a.m.; Spaces are $25 and can be reserved by contacting Carol for more info 609-296-9610 or tuckertonumc@ gmail.com. Proceeds go to the missions of the Tuckerton United Methodist Church. Make note to follow CDC social distancing guidelines at all times.

Ocean Ride Offering Transportation To Waretown Shoppers

WARETOWN – Every Tuesday from 8:45 a.m. to 12 p.m., Ocean Ride operates a doorto-door bus service for Waretown residents to Route 72 destinations. The destinations include Stafford Park/ Target, Staples/TJ Maxx, Walmart, Stafford Square/ShopRite and Kohl’s/Home Depot. The second Tuesday, alternating months will include the Ocean County Mall (pick up from Community Center).

Exact change is required for fares. $1 each way for senior citizens and persons with disabilities. $1 each way for students (Valid ID required). $2 each way for the general public. Riders must select one destination when making a trip reservation. To sign up for the bus service, call the Clerk’s Office 609-693-3302 x221, the Friday before the Tuesday trip.

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Pine Shores Announces New Art Class Schedule

MANAHAWKIN – Pine Shores Art Association continues the limited reopening of its Manahawkin studio, but new state and national virus constraints are directing some schedule changes to follow careful COVID-19 avoidance precautions. In-person studio class sizes are limited to conform to safe social distancing. Virtual Zoom classes are live and include interaction with the nationally recognized instructors. March 24: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in-person at Pine Shores studio: “Painting Clouds in Watercolor” with Tom Rutledge. Non-member $105; Member $75. March 25: 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Zoom: “Luminous Flowers in Watercolor” with Marie

Natale. Non-member $165; Member $125. April 7, 14: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in-person at Pine Shores studio: “Drawing to Create Better Paintings” with Rose Sinatra. Non-member $95; Member $60. April 21, 28: 12 to 3 p.m. in-person at Pine Shores studio: “Colors Express Meaning & Emotion” (working in a medium of your choice) with Andrea Sauchelli. Non-member $55; Member $35. Registration for all Pine Shores programs, along with detailed class information and a material list, is found at pineshoresartassociation.org. If there are questions, or to sign up by sending a check, contact PSAA Registrar Jeanne Easton at 609-488-5838.

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Committee Advances Disabled Veteran Property Tax Relief Measure

TRENTON - Legislation sponsored by Senator Christopher Connors, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove which would extend the current disabled veteran’s property tax exemption to disabled veteran shareholders and their surviving spouses residing in a cooperative or mutual housing corporation was approved by the Assembly Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee on March 15. The full State Senate passed S-956 in July 30 of last year unanimously. The 9th District Delegation issued the following statement regarding the advancement of their veterans’ legislative initiative (S-956/A-911):

“Corrective action is necessary to amend existing law. Disabled veterans shareholders and their surviving spouses residing in a cooperative or mutual housing corporation that is their legal residence should be eligible to receive the disabled veteran’s property tax exemption. “These veterans are being denied eligibility due to a legal technicality which defines housing. Under current law, in or order to receive a disabled veterans permanent residence must be a condominium, one-family, or multifamily home. “As demonstrated by the Senate’s unanimous vote of support and the bipartisan sponsorship our legislation enjoys from members of both Legislative Houses, it is only appropriate and fair to amend existing law so those impacted disabled veterans are finally eligible to receive this form of property tax relief. These disabled veterans deserve nothing less in view of their sacrifice and service to our nation.” To more effectively represent the interests of their constituents, members of the 9th Legislative District have served, respectively, on the Senate and Assembly Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committees for several consecutive legislative sessions.

Ocean Mental Health Services To Hold Free Online Sessions

OCEAN COUNTY – The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have left many people struggling. Ocean Mental Health Services will be holding free online sessions to help recognize the symptoms of depression and how to seek help if needed. There will be two one-hour sessions held. Visit the link next to the date and time you are interested in to register: • March 20 from 10 to 11 a.m.: conta. cc/3564ZHF • April 10 from 10 to 11 a.m.: conta.cc/3n7Tl5u For more information, visit OceanMHS.org or call 732-349-5550.

County Offering Class On Composting

OCEAN COUNTY – To celebrate the beginning of Spring and Earth Day, Ocean County is offering a free composting class. The class will be held virtually on March 27 at 10 a.m. The class is free but registration is required. To register, visit the county’s website at co.ocean.nj.us.

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OCC Cybersecurity Seminar Series Continues

TOMS RIVER – The Cybersecurity Seminar Series at Ocean County College will continue on April 2 from 1 to 2 p.m. via WebEx. “A Random Walk Through Cyber Security” will be presented by Dr. Edward Amoroso, chief executive officer of TAG Cyber LLC, a global cybersecurity advisory, training, consulting and media services company supporting hundreds of companies around the world. Amoroso recently retired from his position as Chief Security Officer of AT&T Corporation, where he served from 2004 to 2016 following a distinguished 31-year career with Bell Labs and AT&T Labs in Information Security. There is no fee or pre-registration required to attend this presentation. Log in via WebEx here: ocean.webex.com/ ocean/j.php?MTID=md3708729efada97da 334358a221a1dbb.

In addition to his vast industry experience, Amoroso has been an adjunct professor of computer science at the Stevens Institute of Technology for the past 27 years, where he has introduced nearly 2,000 graduate students to the topic of information security. He is also affiliated with the Tandon School of Engineering at NYU as a research professor and with the Applied Physics Laboratory at Johns Hopkins University as a senior advisor. He has written six books on cybersecurity and dozens of significant research and technical papers and articles in peer-reviewed and major publications. Amoroso’s talk will cover a variety of modern cyber threat topics ranging from nation-state threats to election security, using practical case studies, examples and anecdotes to highlight the security issues. Learn more today by visiting ocean.edu.

Rhythm Of The Dance Streaming Via On-Demand

TOMS RIVER – Join fans of these magical dancers and musicians from around the world when Rhythm of the Dance streams via On-Demand for the first time. This virtual event will be available March 10 through March 24. Tickets are $17.50 plus $3 fee at grunincenter.org/event/rhythm-ofthe-dance-virtual. The production is brand new and never seen before in the United States. In addition to world- and Irish-champion dancers and singers, Rhythm of the Dance has some of the finest traditional musicians. They play a vast array of musical instruments, in-

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Continued From Page 1 Department of Education and the county office that we could possibly be receiving additional CARES Act money and we are looking to see if the expenditure of those funds could be used on staffing. If we find the need to hire an additional nurse or additional substitute nurses then we will do so,” Superintendent Vanessa Clark said. Clark also said “our principals and the rest of our administrative team have been part of planning this reimplementation every step of the way as have the Board.” McAvoy agreed with Clark and acknowledged that the Board was well aware of what was happening. During the Board committee reports section of the Board meeting, Board member

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Quinn, as part of a dynamic, conservative ticket from top to bottom. Together, I am confident we will win decisively in June and November, and keep Ocean County the best place to live in New Jersey,” she said. Crea has been on the Little Egg Harbor Township Committee for four terms. She served as mayor in 2019 and 2020. She is the Little Egg Harbor Republican Municipal Chairwoman and has served on County Committee since 1996. She retired in 1994 as a Senior Executive with the

Regina Discenza spoke about the policy committee. She said a policy committee meeting attended by Board members Skip Harold Peters, Kim Klaus and her led to proposing the abolishment of some policies. Discenza said, “those abolished policies will be combined into a new policy which we are discussing and is 41 pages long. So we are taking an additional month to review that and we also have a rewrite on board committees.” Board member Linda Downing gave a curriculum report saying a curriculum committee meeting held in February that included Clark, McAvoy, Board Vice President Frank Frank Palino, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Stephen J. Decker and High School Supervisor of Guidance Mary Ash featured a review of the current practices of the

guidance department. Decker and Ash made a presentation that addressed protocols to be put in place to improve the services of the guidance department over a period of time, according to Downing. “As it goes along, we will be giving information at future meetings,” Downing said. “We also discussed Big Brothers/Big Sisters and that program is off to a great start. The students of the high school are meeting with students of Mill Pond on Google Meets,” Downing added. During that meeting Downing said Decker also provided an update on the school district’s autism program. “Currently the program is focusing on areas of applied behavioral assistance models. It has collected multiple data and analysis protocols.” Board member Edward Scanlon reported

on the Finance and Facilities Committee’s latest meeting. He spoke about the approval of the bill for $6,043.75 “which is the averter filters for the solar panels which is a typical expense which would be part of the regular maintenance every once every five or six years.” Scanlon said this bill spent in one month comes out of the $16,488 that the energy credits were sold for about a week before that. “We are still doing very well with that,” he added regarding the school district’s energy savings project. He said “we also discussed the budget and budget projections still show that we are about to lose $1.6 million in state aid. That doesn’t have any hope or relief on the horizon. We are working on a budget and trying to figure out exactly what we will need to do to make it work.”

New Jersey Division of Taxation, and is a Certified Public Manager. The candidate said she was also proud of her local record of delivering results and safeguarding the special quality of life in her hometown. Crea also pledged to work hand-in-hand with the county’s small businesses to rebuild and recover from the pandemic lockdown orders, while keeping county residents healthy and safe. Crea is also a member of the Ocean County Republican Federation of Women, a parishioner at Saint Theresa’s, a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 493, and a Trustee of the Great Bay Regional

Volunteer EMS along with other civic and charitable pursuits. The current make-up of the County Commissioners is all Republican. Commissioner Gerry Little announced that he would not run for re-election in 2021. Republicans have generally won county races, with large percentages. The last Democrats to serve as County Commissioners (then called freeholders) were Paul Brush and Mark Troncone from 1990-1993. The following Republicans also put in for the spot: • John Bacchione, Berkeley Councilman • Lawrence Cuneo, Pine Beach Mayor

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Hackensack Meridian Health Establishes Foundation To Oversee Fundraisers

EDISON – Hackensack Meridian Health, the largest, most comprehensive and integrated health care network in New Jersey, today announced the formation of Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation. The newly created foundation will serve as the parent organization for the network’s 10 community-based hospital foundations. In addition to raising funds for the network’s local medical centers, Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation will also focus on network-wide priorities such as behavioral health, children’s health, the Hackensack Meridian Center for Discovery & Innovation and the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. “The establishment of one network-wide philanthropic entity has been a goal for a long time,” says Robert C. Garrett, FACHE, chief executive officer of Hackensack Meridian Health. “Our local hospital foundations, led by strong boards of trustees, do a tremendous job of fundraising for their local medical centers. In addition, there are important priorities that we need to address at a broader level that will ultimately benefit our community hospitals and patients. Take, for example, behavioral health. Funding on a larger scale helps us to create the additional programs and facilities needed to address a growing health crisis, and those extra resources have the added benefit of freeing up space and caregiver expertise in the emergency departments, which is good on a local level.” Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation is led by president and chief development officer Joyce P. Hendricks, along with a board of trustees co-chaired by Keith Banks and Domenic DiPiero. The trustees consist of members from each hospital foundation board, ensuring local hospital representation as they work to broadly raise funds for Hackensack Meridian Health. All hospital foundations will continue to operate locally, raising money for the hospitals, programs and services that mean the most to supporters in those areas. “We are so fortunate to have dedicated trustees who will work as ambassadors on behalf of the network at all levels,” says Hendricks. “It is vital that a leading health care organization such as Hackensack Meridian Health has a foundation that matches its ambitious goals and is able to secure the funding necessary to help the network fulfill its mission to transform health care. However, it is equally important that we continue to support our local hospitals, and all gifts made to those important community hospitals will be directed as donors intend and remain with the facility or program of their choosing. I am confident that with the creation of Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation, we are well poised to make a real difference for the network, and most importantly, our patients.” In addition to fundraising for Hackensack Meridian Health priorities, the establishment of Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation will deliver cost savings through the centralization of operations and office

space. This will help to reduce expenses and enable the foundation to transfer additional funds directly to programs and services. In a joint statement, foundation co-chairs Banks and DiPiero said the following: “It is an honor to serve as co-chairs of this very important endeavor. We firmly believe that

the merger of our foundations in the north, central and southern markets of Hackensack Meridian Health will create a halo effect that will envelop and enhance health care for our communities. Together with our dedicated board of trustees, we will actively seek out philanthropic opportunities that

will make Hackensack Meridian Health the health care organization of choice for the residents of New Jersey and beyond.” To learn more about how you can support the foundations of Hackensack Meridian Health, visit hackensackmeridianhealth. org/give-now.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH •

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How Long Do Hearing Aids Last?

There are many confl icting articles focusing on the longevity of hearing aids. In my practice, the average life is between 4-6 years but there are many factors that will impact the lifespan of a hearing aid: How long you wear you’re hearing aids on a daily basis. For example, if you wear your hearing instruments 12 hrs./ day, that equates to 4400 hrs. per year or 20,000 hours over a 5-year period. Frequency of cleaning: We encourage all of our patients to use a soft dry toothbrush to clean the hearing aids on a daily basis. If you fail to do so, the hearing aids will break down frequently. Ask you hearing care professional for AUDIOWIPES as well. Where hearing aids are worn: In general, the ultra-small “custom” hearing aids

have poor reliability statistics and will be replaced 1-2 yrs. sooner than other styles. A person’s body physiology: Many patients create excessive cerumen buildup (wax) and profusely sweat. Sweat creates moisture which commonly invades the circuit and shuts down the hearing aid. An electronic dehumidifier is recommended to dry out the hearing instruments. Frequency of Maintenance: Just like a car needs periodic oil and filter changes, tire rotations, etc. you’re hearing aids should be checked by a hearing healthcare professional at least two times year. If that Practice does not schedule you for these visits in advance, I would go somewhere else. Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always here to answer your questions about hearing care issues.

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new dog would teach them a valuable lesson. By adopting a dog from the SPCA, you are saving two lives, the life of the dog you bring home and the one who is saved from the street. And isn’t that a wonderful way to honor the pet you’ve lost. Thank you for writing. Joel Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM.

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6 Natural Ways To Improve Eyesight By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Just imagine what it would be like to read with more clarity, and be able to focus better and see the leaves on the trees without squinting! How about reading a book without discomfort. We live in a time where we can correct many eyesight problems with professional help. For people with problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, there are eyeglasses, contact lenses, LASIK and refractive surgery options. Today, I’d like to share some other options you can do, as well as the controllable lifestyle factors that help you protect your eyesight naturally. In particular, you should focus on retinal and macular health, light and dark adaptation, eye fatigue and strain, and crispness of vision. Maintaining eye comfort and moisture is also important. Here are some 7 valuable tips: 1. Eat foods rich in saffron. Saffron may improve were retinal sensitivity, color perception and visual contrast according to studies on supplementation. So I think incorporating this spice could be helpful. You can add this spice to rice, soup and sauce recipes and even marinades. 2. Consume more fresh spices. Carotenoids are natural dyes that impart orange color to fruits and vegetables. Two potent ones are lutein and zeaxanthin which sweep away poisonous, dirty free radicals before they harm the structure of your eyes. Foods rich in lutein include fresh spices like basil and parsley. Other foods include leek, spinach, red peppers and kale. 3. Minimize or eliminate smoking. Smoking damages the eyes and may lead to blindness because of macular degeneration

and cataracts. If you’re smoking a pack a day, and you cut that in half, even that would help! Smokers need additional Vitamin C because nicotine is a drug mugger of C. 4. Control blood sugar. Having hyperglycemia is a known risk factor for many eye problems including a condition where the high blood sugar (which acts like an acid wash) causes damage to the capillaries of the light-sensors in the back of the eye (the retina). It’s called diabetic retinopathy. Hyperglycemia also contributes to glaucoma. Managing blood sugar through diet, exercise and herbal supplements is ideal, and this topic is covered extensively in my book, Diabetes Without Drugs. 5. Try tinted plastic reading sheets. There are many brands of this available online and the most useful colors are orange, yellow, blue and red. The sheets are placed on top of any reading literature (magazine, newspaper, novel, journal, etc), and they reduce harshness of bright paper. They may help with conditions that affect reading such as dyslexia, color blindness and/or some people with autism-related reading issues. 6. Invest in good eye vitamins. Shamefully, the ingredients known to help are put into the commercial brands that don’t bother to either enteric coat, or encapsulate the ingredients in acid-resistant capsules otherwise it is not doing you any good. As for medications to treat eye conditions, those are always an excellent choice so remain on whatever your ophthalmologist has prescribed. If we take good care of our macula, cornea and retina now, we’ll have them for a lifetime.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Billions Outlined For COVID-19 Relief To Help Communities

ELIZABETH – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) were joined by Governor Phil Murphy, local mayors and fi rst responders on the steps of Elizabeth City Hall to discuss how $10.2 billion in direct, f lexible, federal assistance they delivered for New Jersey will help the state and local communities combat COVID-19, keep fi refighters, police officers, teachers and other essential workers on the job, and spur economic recovery. Democrats in Congress passed the American Rescue Plan without a single Republican vote, despite the $1.9 trillion COVID relief package and many of its components garnering broad bipartisan support among the American people. In addition to the $10.2 billion in state and local aid for New Jersey, the state will receive billions more to get vaccines into people’s arms, help struggling individuals and families, support restaurants and small businesses, safely reopen schools, and keep buses and trains rolling. The $360 billion in direct, flexible assistance for state and local governments, contained in the American Rescue Plan, is modeled after Sen. Menendez’s bipartisan SMART Act, which was cosponsored by Sen. Booker and targets federal resources to areas with the greatest need, while ensuring every community, regardless of its size, is eligible for funding. The fi nal formula, which Sen. Menendez was instrumental in securing, netted New Jersey about $1 billion more than had the money been distributed solely by population. “We are here today to say that help is on the way!” Sen. Menendez said. “The American Rescue Plan will put us on a path to end the worst pandemic in 100 years and the most devastating economic crisis of our lifetimes. It will accelerate vaccination efforts nationwide, because that’s our greatest hope for crushing COVID-19 and getting back to our lives. And it is built to help the families, workers, businesses, and communities hit hardest by this pandemic.” “As we face economic and public crises unlike anything we have seen in our lifetimes, the American Rescue Plan is an urgently needed and historic investment

that will help New Jerseyans and millions of people across the country. I was proud to fight alongside Senator Menendez and our colleagues to ensure that New Jersey’s residents and communities receive the help they desperately need,” said Sen. Booker. “New Jersey’s teachers, police officers, fi refighters, and other essential workers have been leading the battle against the coronavirus pandemic, and this federal support will help state and local governments to continue to provide these critical services. I look forward to continue working with our federal, state, and municipal leaders to help see New Jersey communities through these challenging times.” The State of New Jersey will receive approximately $6.434 billion plus another $189 million to expand broadband internet across the state. An additional $1.823 billion will be split among the 21 county governments and $1.741 billion divided among all 565 cities and municipalities. The flexible funding can be used by state and local governments to pay COVID-related expenses; cover lost revenues due to the pandemic to maintain critical services and avoid layoffs of essential workers; provide additional assistance to residents and small businesses; and invest in water, sewer and broadband infrastructure. “The American Rescue Plan is not only a lifeline for the families who have been trying to stay afloat for the past year as the pandemic upended their lives and careers. It is also a plan that ensures the vital services those families rely upon – police and fi re, public health and emergency medical services, our public schools, and more – will remain viable and fully staffed,” said Gov. Murphy. “I’d like to thank Senators Menendez and Booker for all they did to not only get the American Rescue Plan across the fi nish line, but to ensure that the needs of our state were not left out of it. I’d also like to thank Representatives Frank Pallone, Bill Pascrell, Donald Payne Jr., Albio Sires, Bonnie Watson Coleman, Donald Norcross, Josh Gottheimer, Mikie Sherrill, Andy Kim, and Tom Malinowski for their leadership and support in the House, and for voting to move New Jersey forward.”

VFW Post Announces Outdoor Flea Market/Crafts Market Dates

FORKED RIVER – The VFW Post #10118 has announced the dates for their 2021 outdoor Flea Market/Crafts Market. The market will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the following dates: April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11.

Sell your stuff and help support local Veterans. Tables are $20, spots are $15. The VFW Post #10118 is located at 2652 Lacey Road in Forked River. For more information or questions, call 609-693-7089 between the hours of 2 to 8 p.m.

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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

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then review its records 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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Ms. New Jersey Senior America INC Announces 2021 Pageant

TOMS RIVER – Ms. New Jersey Senior America, INC. recently announced plans for the Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant 2021. The annual event will be held on June 3 at 1 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, 815 Route 37, in Toms River. The Pageant began in 1971, and is the

search for that gracious lady, 60 and over, who best exemplifies the dignity, maturity and inner beauty of all Senior Americans. There are four Judging Categories: Evening Gown, Philosophy of Life, Talent and Private Judges Interview. After winning the State Title, the Queen

becomes the delegate for the State of New Jersey who will participate in the Ms. Senior America Pageant 2021. Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, the National Pageant will be held virtually this year, and is scheduled for August. If you are interested in becoming a contestant, information on tickets or becom-

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Small Business, Nonprofit Rent Assistance Available

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Ocean County officials are once again bringing awareness to the grants available for rent or lease payments to small businesses and non-profits who are having problems making their commercial rent payments due to the coronavirus pandemic. Grant applications for Ocean County businesses and non-profit 501C3s, 4s and 7s, will be available starting at 9 a.m., Monday, March 15. To apply visit NJRA.us and follow the links for Ocean County Small Business Lease Emergency Assistance Grant Program or click on https://bit.ly/NJRAOcean Grant. Applications will be considered on a first come first served basis. This program provides grants to small bu si nesses a nd non-prof it s lea si ng commercial space in mixed-use buildings; small businesses leasing space in commercial buildings; storefront businesses that lease their space and small businesses that demonstrate a loss due to COVID-19. Eligible applicants will need to supply a current copy of their executed lease outlining terms and conditions of the agreement, and a current New Jersey tax clearance certificate or current business registration issued by the state of New Jersey according to the NJRA. Applicants must provide verification from the landlord that the respective business was in good standing with monthly lease obligations prior to March 1, 2020. The landlord and small business will need to sign certifications acknowledging the amount of outstanding lease obligations, not to exceed $30,000. The tenant will not be disqualified if monthly lease payments are current/up to date. “We are again working in conjunction with the New Jersey Redevelopment Authority which will be administering the grant program on our behalf,” said Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn. He added that the grant program provides up to $30,000. “Small businesses and non-prof its affected by the coronavirus pandemic can apply for financial assistance for

their rent or lease payments through this program,” said Ocean County Commissioner John P. Kelly, liaison to the Ocean County Department of Finance. Kelly said, “the program provides grant funding up to $30,000. What is nice about this program, is it provides a grant and it doesn’t have to be repaid.” Quinn said, “many of our businesses continue to struggle as the days of the coronavirus pandemic have turned into months and now over a year. We are providing financial help in order to keep these hard-working men and women business owners open and to reduce some of their concerns about keeping up with the rent and lease payments during this time.” The first phase of this grant program started in November of 2020 using $10 million from the federal CARES money to help local businesses. It was noted that those Small businesses that received a grant early on in the program but not the full $30,000 can now apply for the additional funds. Ocean County Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to tourism and business development said, “small businesses are truly the heart and soul of our communities. The Ocean County business community has been uniquely impacted by the pandemic since tourism and hospitality represent such a high percentage of its economic activity here.” The County Commissioners will once again, partner with the NJRA to administer the Small Business Lease Emergency Assistance Grant Program solely for Ocean County businesses in order to streamline the grant process. County Commissioners are encouraging Ocean County small businesses or non-profits in Ocean County to apply for the grant as soon as possible. “Even while many have been struggling during this past year, small businesses are still making a difference by helping others, donating meals to hospitals and supporting many of our charitable organizations. “They have been and continue to be a key part of our economy and our communities,” Quinn said.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean’s Harbor House introduced a new group meeting “EmboldenHer” which is an eight-week girls empowerment group that focuses on healthy relationships. In EmboldenHer, girls will learn about teen dating abuse, what healthy relationships look like, how to build self esteem, internet

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Jackson Man Arrested For Possessing Multiple Drugs And Guns

By Alyssa Riccardi STAFFORD – A narcotics investigation led to the arrest of a Jackson man who possessed numerous drugs and paraphernalia as well as handguns. The Stafford Township Police Department’s Drug Enforcement Unit and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Strike Force had concluded a narcotic’s investigation that originated in Stafford Township and led into Brick Township and Absecon. Police performed a search warrant at a storage facility and vehicle in Brick Township, and hotel room in Absecon. After these search warrants, police found Cory Winston, 30-years-old of Jackson Township to be possessing Heroin, Cocaine, “Molly” aka MDMA, prescription pills, digital scales and various other drug paraphernalia for drug distribution. Police also found Winston to be in possession of a 9mm and .40 caliber handguns with high-capacity magazines. While police were arresting Winston, he resisted arrest and hit serval detectives. Detectives were treated for minor injuries, and Winston was transported to Brick

Township Police Department for processing. After processing, Winston was charged and transported to the Ocean County Jail. Winston was charged with 14 offenses, which includes First degree possession of “Molly” aka MDMA, Second Degree Possession of Heroin, Second Degree Possession of Cocaine, two charges of Unlawful Possession of a Handgun, Possession of Handgun during a CDS offense, Possession of High-Capacity Magazine, Resisting Arrest, Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, three charges of possession with Intent to Distribute and other drug related charges. The Stafford Township Police Department’s Drug Enforcement Unit and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Strike Force were assisted during this investigation by the Barnegat Township Crime Reduction Unit, Absecon Police Department, Atlantic County Narcotic Strike Force, Brick Township Police Department and the Stafford Township K-9 Unit. The public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Physician To Speak On Cannabis And The Opioid Epidemic

TOMS RIVER – The Institute of Counseling Professionals of Ocean County College is pleased to present Kenneth Finn, M.D., on March 31, at 6 p.m. via WebEx. Dr. Finn will present Lessons from Colorado: Cannabis and the Opioid Epidemic - the Unintended Consequences of the Legalization of Marijuana. He will discuss the impact of marijuana use on physical, emotional and social health; the impact of recreational marijuana use on individuals and families; and the role of clinicians in providing services to individuals and families. Participants also will learn about the science of cannabis and pain, the impact of legalization on adolescent use and how expansion impacted Colorado’s drug problem. This presentation is intended for licensed clinicians and has been approved by the Addiction Certification Board of New Jersey for three hours of continuing education for the following credentials: LCADC, CADC, LMFT, LAMFT, LPC and LAPC.

Dr. Finn earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School-Houston, and has been practicing Pain Medicine in Colorado Springs, Colorado, since 1994. He is Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine and Pain Management. Dr. Finn currently serves as the president (2021) of the American Board of Pain Medicine, and formerly served on the Colorado Governor’s Task Force on Amendment 64 (which legalized marijuana for recreational use), Consumer Safety and Social Issues Work Group, and on Colorado’s Medical Marijuana Scientific Advisory Council. He is the editor of Cannabis in Medicine: An Evidence-Based Approach, a comprehensive compilation of multiple facets of cannabis from a medical perspective. There is a $30 fee for the program. Call Workforce and Professional Education at 732-255-0400, ext. 409, to submit payment and receive registration credentials. Learn more by visiting ocean.edu.

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BEACH HAVEN – The Borough of Beach Haven’s commission meets the second Monday of the month at 420 Pelham Avenue at

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of mar 20 - mar 26 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Loads of energy could emerge as the week unfolds. You can either let circumstances rule you or take charge and rule them. Be an active mover and shaker and get things done. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Have faith in loved ones and remember that sharing is at the root of all thriving relationships. In the upcoming week, you might notice that you can only really relax when you are with your closest friends and partners. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Mismatched messaging could make a mess today. It may be difficult to be honest with the ones you love, but communications should be clearer later in the week. Focus on becoming more organized and efficient. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You could feel vulnerable if someone wants to know your secrets. A loved one is welcome to know everything about you, but you should hesitate to share confidential facts with a casual friend in the week to come. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There may be a cause that calls to your heart but might conflict with a loved one’s schedule. Just because someone encourages you to join an organization doesn’t mean it’s necessarily right for you this week. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Whether you meet a new business acquaintance or meet new people in a group setting, you may prefer to remain formal. The week ahead may offer the ability to form lasting friendships, but this could

also involve some duties. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your center of attention may shift to home and family as you seek to create a sense of security. During the week ahead, you may need to clear up a misunderstanding at the workplace before you can move on. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The week may begin with some crossed signals. Be decisive to make opportunities within your household pay off. Your hard work might make other people appreciate you more than usual. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You might not hear what you need or want to hear today. Wait until later in the week to hold a family discussion. Continue to pay down outstanding bills or work on a money-making activity to achieve financial security. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Today might not be the day to discuss your plans, because some people may not have the time or inclination to listen. Make important changes or launch key projects early in the week before your enthusiasm wanes. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If you set things right and learn the lesson, an error is just an opportunity to up your game. In the week ahead, you may learn that tried-and-true loyalty is more important than how many friends you have. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You could jeopardize a friendship by being inaccurate or vague. Those you love may sense your romantic mood, but it could be difficult to convey your feelings. Focus on being more practical in the week ahead.

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