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Pinelands Towns Could Tap Into Maple Syrup Industry By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – When you think of maple syrup production you might immediately think of Vermont but it could become a reality within the New Jersey Pinelands. The state’s Pinelands Commission recently held a webinar focusing on that subject called “Maple Syrup Production in Southern New Jersey: Challenges, Lessons and Paths Forward.” Southern New Jersey is not generally seen as a region of high maple syrup production
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as variable climate and lack of sugar maples have historically deterred any type of hobby or commercial market from forming. Through the financial assistance of a major USDA grant, researchers at Stockton University are exploring ways of overcoming these challenges through the use of alternative maple species and newer technology like vacuum assist pumps and reverse osmosis. Presenter Aaron Stoler who (Industry - See Page 16)
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−Photos courtesy Stockton University Professor Aaron Stoler of Stockton University joins volunteers for a program to tap into the potential of South Jersey to become a maple syrup producer.
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Lakehurst Braces For Tough Budget Study Calls For Rain Gardens By Bob Vosseller Mayor Harry Robbins was absent for the meetThroughout Town LAKEHURST – Councilwoman Patricia Hodg- ing which Council President Steven Oglesby led. es brought up the development of this year’s municipal budget with a warning that it may be rough going. Hodges said the financial committee met recently. “It is going to be tight folks. Things are changing so much. We’ll be meeting with all the department heads and will provide an update. We’ll be looking at things very closely. Don’t panic but be prepared.”
Oglesby asked about the borough’s tax collection rate and if it was down from prior years. Hodges said that the council has been sensitive to residents’ ability to meet their local tax payments “We have no clear path on the American Rescue Plan (on the federal level pertaining to COVID-19 pandemic aid. So many things are unclear. We have seen a big increase in spending (Budget - See Page 7)
By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Members of the township’s Environmental Commission recently heard a report on Manchester’s most valuable resource - its environment. The “Green Infrastructure Feasibility Study
for Manchester Township” was discussed by its author Chris Obrupta, Extension Specialist in Water Resources, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Water Resources Program. Obrupta said “part of our mission is to extend
the university out to different communities in the state to help them with their problems and help improve their quality of life. I came to Rutgers 18 years ago and started the water resources program.” (Gardens - See Page 25)
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Continued From Page 1 this year no matter how careful we’ve been.” “It has been one of those things and you have to do it. We’ll deal with it,” Hodges added. Councilman Brian DiMeo noted that this year’s Easter Egg hunt which is overseen by the borough’s Youth Recreation was replaced with a drop off egg event due to the conditions of the pandemic. “We had 30 families that signed up. We did nothing physical this year. We actually went out on a Friday night and egg bombed the houses - dropping them off in their front yard so when the kids woke up the next morning they found them. It was nice,” he said. Also noted was a flea market in the borough scheduled for May 15. The popular event could not be held last year but is still set to happen next month according to Councilman Brian DiMeo. “With some guidance I think it would a good thing to try having it this year. It is a town event. It is outside and the weather should be nice. Obviously, we’ll have guidance with it.” “It would be done with common sense,” Oglesby added. The council president said that he was expecting further word from Jersey Central Power & Light regarding LED lights that were to be installed in street lights in town. “We will be reaching out to JCP&L about whether there are any changes to the
The Manchester Times, April 17, 2021, Page 7 schedule.” He also remarked that new street signs were now put up “and are much more readable. They look good.” Early during the session the council recognized National Library Appreciation Week and presented a framed proclamation to Manchester Library Branch Manager Erin Batalla. The Manchester Library and the Whiting Reading Room serve the residents of Lakehurst and are part of the Ocean County Library system. Council President Oglesby asked about the status of the library during the current pandemic conditions. “We are back at the library working with an adjusted schedule. We are 10 to 8 Monday thru Thursday, 10 to 5 on Fridays and Saturdays in Manchester. In Whiting we are 10 to 8 on Monday, and 10 to 2 on Tuesday thru Saturday. We have a lot of virtual programs going on right now.” She advised residents to check out the library system’s website for updates at theoceancountylibrary.org. “Live programs might be coming back outside.” Oglesby asked her if she has seen an uptick in the usage of the library during the pandemic. “We are still busy. Not as busy as before but definitely busier than I would have thought,” Batalla said. Oglesby read the proclamation which recognized public libraries as a place where resident can utilize free wi-fi, various writ-
−Photo By Bob Vosseller Council President Steven Oglesby presents a framed proclamation to Manchester Branch Librarian Erin Batalla for National Library Appreciation Week. ten and online materials and resources for entertainment and educational purposes as well as DVDs, CDs and programs. The proclamation also notes it as being “an inclusive place for everyone in the community.” “The library is more than the four walls of a building they offer collections and programs as diverse as those of the community they serve. Everyone is welcome to use their
resources. Libraries offer opportunities and new worlds and during times of crisis libraries and library workers play an integral role in assisting the public in person and virtually,” the proclamation stated. Oglesby added in reading the proclamation that libraries were the cornerstones of democracy in offering forums of free expression of ideas regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity or economic status.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor
E DITORIAL Our Mission More Important Now Than Ever On April 18, Micromedia Publications celebrated its 26th year of operation, marked by the introduction of its first weekly newspaper, The Manchester Times, on April 18, 1995. Since then, it has introduced six more weekly newspapers, as well as our website, Jersey ShoreOnline.com. The first edition of each newspaper contained an editorial entitled “The Importance Of Community” which stressed that the strength of our society is based on “the simple associations we make in our community each and every day.” As such, the editorial continued, “We believe the mission of a local newspaper should be to promote the highest ideals of community life,” a mission we have tried to pursue faithfully throughout our journey. This mission has been aided exponentially by the addition of our JerseyShoreOnline.com website, which posts critical breaking news throughout the day. With the appearance of the coronavirus a year ago, which has taken many lives and devastated countless local businesses, I believe our mission is more important now than ever. Our newspapers and website offer vital resources to keep our communities informed and updated during this difficult time. Of course, this is only possible because of the dedication of our news, production and delivery people, all of whom are part of the community which they serve. it is also only possible because of the deep working relationship we have developed with loyal advertisers through the years. In closing, I want to assure our readers that the mission to which we have been committed will continue, hopefully for many years to come - thank you all, and please stay safe. Stew Swann Publisher
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Support Fairness In Women’s Sports Act
Biden Backward On Immigration
Parents and grandparents of women athletes, please contact your State Senator and emphatically request they sign on to be a co-sponsor of New Jersey Bill S3540 (Fairness in Women’s Sports Act). This is a physical safety bill to protect girls and women from being forced to play in a sport they love against boys and men with dramatically higher testosterone levels. The bill is presently in the NJ Senate Education Committee. It was co-sponsored on submission by Senator Testa of District 1 and Senator Holzapfel of District 10. By having your Senator add their name to this bill, the chance of the bill leaving committee increases. Once on the floor, the bill can be debated and voted on by the NJ State Senate. Passage of this bill is critical because of the executive order of President Biden to allow males identifying as females to play on any girls’ sports team they desire. Even males who have started the transitioning treatments to female have physical advantages exceeding female athletes. (“A recent study on the impact of such treatments found that even after 12 months of hormonal therapy, a man who identifies as a woman and is taking cross-sex hormones possesses a significant advantage over female athletes and will still likely have performance benefits over women.” S3540, Page 3, k 5-9.) In the future, participation on a male or female sports team may be contingent on blood tests which have defined testosterone levels for biological males and females. Until those blood test requirements are put into law, the physical safety of girls and women in sports participation must be a top priority in New Jersey.
Essentially, the leader of the country President Joseph Biden has ordered ICE to stand down and not report undocumented foreign nationals. Underreported by national news outlets on the ongoing serious border siege, that President Biden has made it clear to backtrack and eliminate many of the effective orders on protecting our border and if not the entire country, but the several border states. Recent videos have shown the massive raid on roads and trails that have overcome the ICE teams. Dereliction of duty comes to mind when our elected President made it clear to his Immigration Enforcement people that he does not want much enforcement. Recorded undocumented foreign nationals are coming from many countries, with underage children’s parents who most likely pay “cartels” to bring them into and over the border. End up in who knows who’s hands? Those released into our border states are overcome and witnessed a move to our many states beyond Arizona, Texas. Many of those who will most likely benefit for the jobs that should be provided to legal citizens. Every one of my historic family members came from several countries and came through legally and worked for the citizenships in every case, through Ellis Island and on to New Jersey. In many examples worked for $2 per day, got water and bread, working on roads and railroads that exist to this day. When you go to NYC, look up and you will see many of the older “brick buildings” that our ancestors built. Bricklayers were the key trade of many Italians.
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Fox News Says Tucker Carlson Is Not Truthful It still shocks me that anyone can believe anything that comes out of Tucker Carlson’s mouth when even Fox News knows he’s not telling the truth. At least, that’s what they said on record in court. Carlson was accused of defamation for one of his monologues. The court decided he was not guilty because Fox News said that because of his exaggeration, that no sane viewer would think he is stating facts. Here’s an actual quote from the court decision: “This ‘general tenor’ of the show should then inform a viewer that he is not ‘stating actual facts’ about the topics he discusses and is instead engaging in ‘exaggeration’ and ‘non-literal commentary.’” Here’s another bit: “Fox persuasively argues, (see Def Br. at 13-15), that given Mr. Carlson’s reputation, any reasonable viewer ‘arrive[s] with an appropriate amount of skepticism’ about the statements he makes.” See, he’s not supposed to be a real source of information. And yet people watch the show as if he’s going to tell you something important. Why would any “reasonable viewer” watch that show? Wayne Kimble Jackson
Be Aware Of Your Surroundings
We need to be more aware. Every day a lot of people come to the big shopping malls like Walmart, Shop Rite in the city to shop. I have been noticing for some time now that people are leaving their carts in the parking lot after shopping. In many cases, due to wind, empty carts hit the parked car. A few days ago, my own
car was damaged due to the reckless behavior of unconscious people. If we are not aware of this, anyone’s car can be injured any day. Bakin Rabbi Brick
Beware Of New Scam I’m writing this to make local residents aware of a scam which is circulating online at the present moment. T he scam is occurring by means of Facebook. 1.) Someone’s Facebook account is hacked. 2.) The scammer, assuming the identity of the person that’s hacked, contacts some of their friends via pr ivate messagi ng. Usually it’s friends they haven’t heard from in a while. 3.) After chit-chat to establish trust, the hacker/ sca m me r sh a r e s ab out how they were recipients of a large amount of cash via a Federal Grant program, specifying that they received the cash and it does not have to be repaid. “Are you interested?” is the next question. 4.) If you’ll say Yes, you’ll be given the info to contact the “agent” who will then help you file for your grant. 5.) The “agent” is a scammer as well and will ask for the name of your bank, credit cards, etc. (DO NOT GIVE OUT THIS INFO!) Tip: If you simply phone the person who supposedly contacted you in the fi rst place, you’ll lear n they never received a g rant and never messaged you about it. It is very sad that people scheme and lie like this, but because many residents in our area are elderly, we need to be especially aware. These predators hunt for us, and it’s apparently Open Season on Seniors! Chet Jelinski Whiting
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for others in our community is amazing and heartening.” Said John T. Gribbin, President and CEO, CentraState Healthcare System: “As we continue to care for COVID-19 patients and embark on a large scale vaccination effort in our community, we are very grateful to receive the FEMA reimbursement money and for all the support we have received from Congressman Chris Smith. This funding will help us recoup a substantial amount that we have spent to keep people safe - on personal protective equipment, ventilators, employee overtime, temporary workers, testing supplies and many other expenses unique to this pandemic.” The award provides $5,508,240 in federal funding for emergency protective measures that were the result of FEMA’s COVID-19 pandemic disaster declaration. The funding comes from FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund, which received supplemental funding from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act of 2020 which Smith supported and spoke in favor of during the debate on the bill last year. The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic created an immediate threat to the health and safety of the public, requiring emergency response and protective measures throughout the State of New Jersey. CentraState provided patient monitoring systems, Vapotherm2 units, fluid removal machines, ventilators, infusion pumps, (Government - See Page 22)
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Governor Murphy: Law Will Provide $15 Million For Small Businesses
PRINCETON – Governor Phil Murphy signed into law A-A5446, which provides $15 million in federal COVID-19 relief aid for small businesses throughout New Jersey. The bill – sponsored by Senators Linda Greenstein and Joseph Lagana and Assembly Members Joann Downey, Andrew Zwicker, and Sterley Stanley – provides aid in the form of grants to small businesses and non-profits in need. The bill is part of a five-bill, $100 million relief effort aimed at helping New Jersey’s small businesses recover from the year-long pandemic. “New Jersey’s small businesses were particularly hard hit by the ravages of COVID-19,” said Governor Murphy. “This legislation, along with three additional bills I signed last week and one I will sign in the near future, will go a long way toward helping hundreds of state businesses keep their doors open as we recover from this year-long ordeal.” “Since the beginning of the pandemic, supporting small businesses has been central to Governor Murphy’s response. These businesses are the lifeblood of our economy, and ensuring they not only recover but come back stronger and better prepared for future challenges is critical to achieving a sustainable, equitable recovery,” said NJEDA Chief Executive Officer Tim Sullivan. “The funding announced today, in addition to the other funds for specific industries announced over the past week, will provide much-needed support for businesses as they overcome the remaining pandemic-related challenges and set the stage for a stronger, fairer recovery.” “Providing our support during this difficult time will not only allow these organizations to remain in operation, but will help preserve and create jobs while spurring the economic recovery we aim to achieve,” said Assembly Members Downey, Zwicker and Stanley. “Investing in our businesses and non-profits will have a direct, beneficial impact on families throughout our state for years to come.” “Throughout the last year, COVID-19 has placed a serious strain on many of our local businesses and nonprofit organizations. Unfortunately, a number of beloved businesses in our communities were unable to weather this storm and sadly closed their doors for good,” said Senator Greenstein. “This $15
million in federal funding will provide a big sigh of relief to so many business owners and nonprofits throughout our state, as well as their employees and individuals that rely on their services.” “Providing financial support to businesses and nonprofits is fundamental to their survival during the pandemic,” said Senator Lagana. “Local businesses create vibrant
downtowns and communities, while nonprofits can efficiently and effectively provide services for people in need. Together, they will play a central role in New Jersey’s economic recovery and the quality of life for our residents.” The relief aid will be administered by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, which will announce when the
application for the aid is open. To date, the NJEDA has distributed more than $250 million in aid to some 55,000 businesses across the state. The signing was held at Jammin’ Crepes, a business that began its journey at a farmers market in the local train station parking lot and in 2014 opened its first brick and mortar location in downtown Princeton.
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By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Members of the Township Police Department were recently recognized by Ocean County Traffic Safety Officers Association President Christopher Linnell as he presented the department with a plaque for maintaining among the highest number of designated Traffic Safety Specialists in the State of New Jersey. The Traffic Safety Specialist designation is a statewide recognition of police officers who have attained notable experience, education, training, and proficiency in Highway Safety and Traffic Enforce-
ment methods and procedures. The New Jersey Traffic Safety Specialist Program promotes highway safety among police officers, as well as provide a mechanism for support, acknowledgement, recognition, and prestige for officers who have achieved advanced levels of training proficiency. Township Police officers who worked hard to earn and maintain this prestigious designation include Sergeants Antonio Ellis, Paul Bachovchin, Ian Bole and Patrolmen Michael O’Hara and Michael Anderson.
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−Photo courtesy Regional Day School MANCHESTER – The Regional Day School, a division of the Manchester Township School District kicked off Autism Acceptance month by participating in Bubbles 4 Autism, a yearly campaign that promotes autism awareness and acceptance by blowing bubbles and sharing the pictures on social media.
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MANCHESTER – Manchester Township School District invites the elementary and middle school parents to a Title IV Social Emotional Learning Parent Night on April 19 at 6 p.m. Sarah Stevenson, from Mindful Educa-
tional Services, will acknowledge, support and inform parents about current social and emotional needs of children. Parents and guardians will also gain practices and tools for supporting their children in this area. To register, visit manchestertwp.org.
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Meadows Of Lake Ridge Announces Sumer Trip
WHITING – The Meadows of Lake Ridge have announced a six days, five nights trip to Asheville and the Biltmore North Carolina from June 6 through 11. Pricing is $789 per person double occupancy; $1,054 per person single occupancy. The package includes: five nights including overnights; five breakfasts; three dinners, including a cookout in the Meadows and the Blue Ridge Mountain Opry with dinner Harrah’s Casino; guided tour of Asheville, Biltmore Estate, Gardens and winery tour; grove arcade; folk art center; blue ridge
parkway visitors center; tour of chimney rock park; cruise on Lake Lure; souvenir gift; luggage handling in Asheville; taxes and meal gratuities; motorcoach transportation. The cost also includes bus driver and tour guide trip. Deposit $25 per person is due upon sign-up. Balance is due by April 30. Bus leaves from Meadows Clubhouse, 2 clear Lake Road, Whiting. Make check payable to White Star Tours. For more information call Tana 732-8494248.
What’s New At Whiting United Methodist Church
WHTING – The Whiting United Methodist Church is now open for in-person worship service on Sunday. They currently have one service at 9:30 a.m. due to COVID restrictions. They are social distancing, wearing masks, taking temperatures and restricting singing. Everyone is welcome to attend. If you would rather join on media platforms, you can access their Sunday worship service on Facebook or YouTube. Coming in May: The Whiting United Methodist Church, located at 55 Lacey Road, will be having a Spring Plant Sale. They will have
beautiful 11 inch hanging pots of spring annuals for sale on May 22 at 9:30 a.m. at the front of the church. Cost is $15 each. You can pull up to the front of the church and they will place your purchase in your car for you. Remember to use social distancing and they do require you wear masks if you exit your cars. If you have any questions regarding the upcoming plant sale or the protocols for worship, you can call the church office at 732-350-6878 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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OCEAN COUNTY - Compassionate Care Hospice is looking for volunteers who are willing to give companionship to a patient and their family. This is a gift one gives to themselves as
the rewards are abounding – to help another at this time in their lives. For more information contact Volunteer Coordinator Kathleen O’Connell at 914-275-5766 or e-mail her at kathleen.oconnell@cchnet.net
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LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Lighthouse International Film Society is proud to present the 2021 93rd Oscar Nominated Shorts Programs now through April 24. An annual LIFSociety tradition, patrons will be able to see all of the short films nominated for Academy Awards before the Oscar telecast on April 25. A perennial hit with audiences around the country and now the world, don’t miss this year’s selection of amazing shorts. Join in-person at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences, Loveladies, NJ or enjoy from the comfort of your home. The 2021 Oscar Nominated Shorts are being offered as a virtual cinema screening and there is also an in-person theater option. Virtual cinema tickets allow patrons to view the film up to 30 days after purchase. Patrons joining us in-person will be required to wear a mask, social distance and prepurchase tickets. In-person seating is limited. The health and safety of our patrons is our number one concern. So, if you are viewing at home or at the Foundation, enjoy the show! All of the Live Action Short Film nominees and Documentary Short Film will be offered in-person and virtually. Animated Short Film nominees will only be available virtually. For tickets, trailers & details visit lighthousefilmfestival.org. Tickets for each program are $12. Virtual Cinema patrons only can purchase all three programs for $30. In-Person LIFS members $6. Your purchase supports the 2021 Lighthouse International Film Festival.
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The Oscar-nominated Live Action Shorts Program will include: • Feeling Through (USA): A late-night encounter on a New York City street leads to a profound connection between a teen-in-need and a Deaf/Blind man. • The Letter Room (USA): When a corrections officer is transferred to the letter room, he soon finds himself enmeshed in a prisoner’s deeply private life. • The Present (Palestine): On his wedding anniversary, Yusef and his young daughter set out in the West Bank to buy his wife a gift. Between soldiers, segregated roads and checkpoints, how easy would it be to go shopping? • Two Distant Strangers (USA): In “Two Distant Strangers,” cartoonist Carter James’ repeated attempts to get home to his dog are thwarted by a recurring deadly encounter that forces him to re-live the same awful day over and over again. • White Eye (Israel): A man finds his stolen bicycle, which now belongs to a stranger. While attempting to retrieve it, he struggles to remain human. The Oscar Live Action Shorts Program LIFSociety Virtual Cinema Screening: April 2 through 23. All Tickets $12; Bundle all
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The Oscar-nominated Animated Shorts Program will include: • Burrow (USA): A young rabbit embarks on a journey to dig the burrow of her dreams, despite not having a clue what she’s doing. Rather than reveal to her neighbors her imperfections, she digs herself deeper and deeper into trouble. • Genius Loci (France): One night, Reine, a young loner, sees among the urban chaos a moving oneness that seems alive, like some sort of guide. • If Anything Happens I Love You (USA): Grieving parents struggle with the loss of their daughter after a school shooting. An elegy on grief. • Opera (USA): “Opera” is a massive 8K size animation installation project which portrays our society and history, which is filled with beauty and absurdity. • Yes-People (Iceland): One morning an eclectic mix of people face the everyday battle, such as work, school and dish-washing. As the day progresses, their relationships are tested and ultimately their capacity to cope. The program will also include additional animated films from the Oscar shortlist as bonus material, including: • The Snail and the Whale (UK/Germany) • Kapaemahu (USA) • To Gerard (USA) The Oscar Animation Shorts Program will screen with our Virtual Cinema only: April 2 through 23. Tickets $12. Bundle all three programs $30. Running Time: 99 Minutes. The Oscar-nominated Documentary Shorts Program will include: • A Love Song for Latasha – dir. Sophia Nahli Allison (USA) The injustice surrounding the shooting death of 15-year-old Latasha Harlins at a South Central, Los Angeles store became a flashpoint for the city’s 1992 civil uprising. • Do Not Split – dir. Anders Hammer (USA/Norway) Told from within the heart of the Hong Kong protests, “Do Not Split” beings in 2019 as a proposed bill allowing the Chinese government to extradite criminal suspects to mainland China escalated protests throughout Hong Kong. Unfolding across a year, “Do Not Split” captures the determination and sacrifices of the protesters, the government’s backlash, and the passage of the new Beijing-backed national security law. • Hunger Ward– dir. Skye Fitzgerald (USA,). Filmed from inside two of the most active therapeutic feeding centers in Yemen, an unflinching portrait of Dr. Aida Alsadeeq and Nurse Mekkia Mahdi as they try to save the lives of hunger-stricken children within a population on the brink of famine. (Shorts - See Page 22)
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Virtual Dance Highlight Social Justice Initiative
TOMS RIVER – Don’t miss this special evening featuring Nimbus Dance’s acclaimed social justice initiative, Lynchtown/Thistown, on April 24 at 7 p.m. Visit grunincenter.org/event/nimbus for more information and to pre-register for this virtual event. Tickets are free. Two iconic American modern dances will be performed: Charles Weidman’s 1936 masterwork, Lynchtown, and Pearl Primus’ renowned 1943 solo Strange Fruit. Both works explore race, violence and mob mentality, and illustrate the sociopolitical foundation of America’s early modern dance movement. OCC and PAA dance students, poetry and artwork by OCC students, and a discussion with artists from Nimbus Dance will be part of the evening. Catherine Mancuso, college lecturer II in Dance is excited for her dance students who have been a part of this dance project and developed a piece in partnership with Nimbus Dance. “My classes have been working with Nimbus for weeks, and one of the company’s members has worked with them creating a new work,” said Mancuso. “Each dancer created a phrase to contribute to the piece - the theme is self-help and mental health. This is timely, given the pandemic, with so many of us feeling isolated and unsure, craving social interaction and wondering
where things are going.” OCC’s dance students filmed their finished work, which will be shown as part of the virtual event. Nimbus, founded in 2005 and based in Jersey City, New Jersey, has been at the forefront of excellence in the arts, civic engagement and equitable impact. The company performs nationally and throughout the greater New Jersey/New York region. Now in its 15th season, Nimbus is led by founding Artistic Director Samuel Pott, acclaimed choreographer and former soloist dancer of the Martha Graham Dance Company. Nimbus’ repertory is known for structured and musical dances that evoke deep-rooted emotional connection. Through the organization’s three interrelated fields – company, school, and presenting – Nimbus is committed to artistic excellence, community engagement and progress, in so doing, they impact 16,000 people each year. Nimbus’ commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is recognized by various foundations and is reflected in its educational/ outreach programming and artistic content, and in the makeup of Nimbus’ staff, company dancers, teachers and board of directors. This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more today by visiting ocean.edu.
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TOMS RIVER – The Cybersecurity Seminar Series at Ocean County College will continue on April 30, from 1 to 2 p.m. via WebEx. “A History of Vulnerability Disclosure” will be presented by Julian Cohen, who has served as an enterprise Director of Security, Chief Information Security Officer, and security professional across fi nance, healthcare, government, technology and e-currency enterprises. His discussion will include a timeline of significant milestones in vulnerability disclosure and the evolution of the processes, mechanisms and standards by which such information is disseminated and protected. There is no fee or pre-registration required to attend this presentation. Log in via WebEx here: ocean.webex.com/ ocean/j.php?MTID=m964e5cb0e36b363d c987431ad27e6072. Cohen started his career contracting for the United States Department of Defense, building a deep understanding of the operational challenges and constraints that offensive teams have, both enterprise and government. Using this perspective,
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Stoler added, “there is a lot of ways we can bring this commodity to the market in a sustainable way.” He added grants were given out to a number of universities throughout the eastern coast to bring maple syrup production into the future as well as to get cottage industries off the ground. Professor Stoler said Vermont was surrounded “by a lot of states that could be tapping.” The topography is great, it has a longer season it has a lot more elevation and the infrastructure is already there. In contrast he said New Jersey has little of that despite being surrounded by states that have those advantages. He added there were two primary reasons why the Garden State wasn’t producing much maple syrup. One was because only half the state has trees that could produce it. The northern portion of New Jersey has sugar maple trees which are primarily used to produce maple syrup. “The second is that we have a very coastal climate and a coastal climate interferes with some of the massive flows that you can possibly expect in Vermont and upstate New York.” The top half of the state does have a significant amount of sugar maple trees in Essex County. In the Pine Barrens there is not a lot of sugar maple. It is predominately pines and oak trees. “Red maple, however is in the Pine Barrens and they are pretty much everywhere on the east coast and throughout the mid-west,” Stoler said. He added, “you can tap red maple. The sap has less sugar but it is still very tasty and if you put a sugar maple and a red maple side by side it can have the same amount of sugar. It depends on the region that you are looking at.” Stoler also provided tips on how to identify the kinds of maple trees that might be in the back yards and property of New Jersey residents. He compared through slides the typical sugar maple leaf and its smooth margins to silver and red maple tree leaves. “Sugar maple bark is deeply furrowed. Identifying trees by bark is challenging. There are a lot of overlapping similarities between some sugar maple species and some oak species but if you know you have a maple if you have a deeply furrowed bark you either have a sugar maple or another species called Norway maple. Red maple tree leaves have a more serrated margin and they are typically smaller leaves,” Stoler added. “As much as it is fun to tap these trees and collect the sap for syrup, we also have to remember to be sustainable with our practices and the people who have been doing this for thousands of years in New Jersey; (the Lenape) really do understand that sustainability,” Professor Stoler said. He is asking for input from those who have been involved in this to learn what they have done, what they have gotten. “We are going to have a central forum online soon to provide data to.” Free buckets and taps are available to those who wish to participate in the program and share their information. For questions e-mail maplegrant@stockton. edu.
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How This Highly Precise Procedure is Making Knee Pain a Thing of the Past... TREATMENT COVERED BY MOST MAJOR HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS, INCLUDING MEDICARE People who suffer from knee pain typically try supplements or pain medication before seeking help from a doctor. Physical Therapy sometimes helps, sometimes not. When all else fails and the pain is too much, some feel that surgery is the only option. Before you put yourself through months of immobility, potentially more pain, and hefty medical bills, consider something else. The Proper Treatment Begins with Advanced Imaging for Precise Diagnosis They key to effectively fixing a knee pain problem is start with an accurate diagnosis. That’s why we’ve invested in Advanced Imaging Technology called Video Fluoroscopy (VF). This technology is a video X-ray in real time! Together with your doctor, you will view a live image of the inside of the knee. Your doctor will clearly explain exactly what is causing your pain, and the precise treatment approach to fix it. Jersey Shore’s Top Notch Knee Treatment Facility with 5 Convenient, Five Star Locations At Monmouth Pain, offering knee pain relief is a daily event. Knee pain accounts for greater than a quarter of our patient care every day. Do you struggle walking? Is going up and down stairs a struggle? Continue reading if you would like help… Have you ever wondered how different your life would be if you could get rid of your knee pain? Where would you go, what would you do? What would you give for a day, a week or a lifetime of pain free mobility? We are pleased to announce… you don’t need to wait any longer to get the most precise procedure to sweep knee pain under the rug.
An All-Natural Lubricant Again, using Advanced Imaging Technology our medical team will administer the all- natural lubricant – referred to as Viscosupplementation – with pinpoint precision. The Viscosupplementation provides lubrication and tempers the friction within the joint to reduce the bone-on-bone sensation, reduce pain, and increase mobility. The precision and accuracy of the image-guided injection ensures that the gel like fluid is injected directly into the joint capsule for optimal results. Unlike steroid injections that can cause irreversible damage to the joint ligaments and tissues, this is an all-natural injection proven to enhance all-natural healing.
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The Results; They May Surprise You What the researches discovered was astounding. The children who lived in a smoking household were twice as likely to develop hearing difficulty compared to a child from a non-smoking home. The higher the level of the Cotinine found in their blood, the higher the child’s risk of developing a hearing loss. Some children with especially high levels of Cotinine were at three times the risk for hearing loss. Many of the teens in the study were found to have a measurable hearing loss, yet none of them were aware of
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Causes Of Muscle Twitching By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Do you ever get a little twitch near your eye, or on your ankle or calf? How about your finger or near your elbow? Almost everyone gets an occasional twitch and you feel it for a microsecond, then it goes away. This is normal. Muscle twitches are almost always benign issues and not based in serious neurological disorders. If you’ve ever had an eyelid twitch for 3 days straight, you know it’s more annoying than anything else. The medical term for this symptom is called “benign fasciculation.” The typical eye fluttering you get, or thigh twitch is rarely a cause for concern. Here are some of the most common causes for muscle twitching: Hypercalcemia - This means you have excess calcium in your blood and that will cause your muscles to contract and twitch. It can be from excessive calcium supplementation, overdoing vitamin D or magnesium supplements, or from elevated parathyroid hormone (PTH). There are other causes for hypercalcemia too. A deficiency of calcium will most often feel like a cramp, not a twitch. Elevated Vitamin D - This causes more calcium to go inside the cells, causing hypercalcemia, then the twitching begins. Hyperventilating - If you breathe very fast, you will hyperventilate. This occurs during a panic attack or while exercising very hard, and could trigger twitching too. Hyperventilating can occur as a side effect of certain medications, as well as with asthma or emphysema. Caffeine - Too much coffee will do it! It causes production of catecholamines in your
nervous system - think of dopamine and adrenaline- and these guys cause your skin to flutter and twitch like crazy, if you’re sensitive. Medications for ADHD or Antidepressants Some medications excite the nervous system and trigger the twitch. Usually, a dosage reduction or discontinuation is necessary to stop this type of twitch. Nicotine - If you smoke tobacco, you are apt to occasionally twitch due to the stimulant you’re smoking. B12 Deficiency - You can take a blood test to determine B12 levels and if they’re low, just supplement. A B12 deficiency can also lead to high homocysteine levels. Anxiety - This can become very pronounced in bed, as you’re trying to sleep but you keep twitching. Anxiety twitching stops while you’re sleeping and has to do with stress. It shouldn’t recur each night unless you’re constantly stressed and you’re dealing with insomnia. Hyperhomocysteinemia - If you have constant, never-ending twitching, have your blood levels checked for homocysteine, and if they are high, you might need B12. Pinched Nerve in the Spine - A gentle chiropractor or massage therapist or acupuncturist may be able to help tease this one out. Exercising - Occasional muscle twitches will occur sometimes after doing a lot of physical activity or working out. These are frequently felt in the forearms, calves, thighs, tummy and back. If you have muscle twitches that don’t go away after a few days and you are worried about them, please see a qualified physician for a proper medical work up to tease out what’s really going on.
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sive Care Unit and Coronary Care Unit. It also paid for additional contracted staff to support the high demand and increased COVID-19 population and corresponding support emergency protective measures taken to respond to the COVID-19 emergency. During the peak of the pandemic, CentraState reported handling a high number of 138 cases. The hospital and its outpatient and senior facilities and primary and specialty care offices used enhanced infection control and
cleaning protocols and mandatory screenings to ensure safety. Acrylic glass and other physical distancing barriers were installed throughout the facilities along with signage to remind all who enter to wear masks, wash their hands routinely and maintain a safe distance from others. The federal grant was based on CentraState’s costs for medical equipment, material, rented equipment and contract services used in response to the emergency.
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By: Marc S. Galella, Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates A very common provision in real estate you will need to ask the contracts today (either as part of the procedure to apply for pre-printed form or added in attorney the permits and approvals after the fact. review) is a provision that the seller has Usually, most towns will work with a obtained all required permits and ap- property owner to allow them to apply provals from the local municipality for after the fact and, as long as the work all additions, renovations and improve- was done to the construction code, issue ments that were made to the property. the required approval. However, in some This provision in the contract can be cases the work that was done was so poor, problematic for the seller. that it is necessary to remove the work If you are looking to sell a house, you and re-construct it to code. That can be should consider whether you made any expensive. additions, renovations or improvements In the alternative, the seller can let the to your house during the time that you buyer know in advance of signing the owned it. If so, were permits and ap- contract that the seller did not obtain all provals obtained? If they were, then be required permits and approvals and will prepared to provide them to your real not do so for the closing. At that point the estate agent or attorney to give to them buyer can submit an offer knowing that to the buyer. the approvals were not obtained. If you had work performed in the house, In some cases, the seller hired a contracand do not have permits and approvals, tor who told them: “Don’t worry, I got all then the first question is: Were they the permits and approvals,” but failed to required? In some cases, the seller does supply them to the seller. In these cases, not know whether the addition, renova- the seller should contact the town to fi nd tion or improvement required a permit. out if the approvals were issued. The best way to answer this question is Looking into the issue of permits and to contact the construction department approvals is something every seller in your town and ask whether the work should do before listing the house for that was done required permits and ap- sale so as to be prepared to respond in provals. If so, and you do not have them, the event that the buyer asks about them.
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Free Transportation To Vaccination Clinics Available
By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COU NTY – The county’s public transpor tation system, Ocean Ride, will be providing free transportation to COVID-19 vaccination clinics for seniors age 60 and older as well as persons with disabilities. “Many of our seniors and individuals with disabilities are already familiar with Ocean Ride, using it to get to health care and other appointments,” said Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn, who serves as liaison to the transportation system. “We want to make getting a vaccine as convenient as possible and if a lack of transportation is what stands between our seniors and the disabled from getting that important shot, we want to remedy that. “Once you have made an appointment to get your vaccine, contact Ocean Ride and we can set up the door-to-door transportation for you,” Quinn said. “Our drivers and the Ocean Ride staff are ready to help in this ongoing effort to reduce the spread of the coronavirus.” Seniors over 60 and residents with disabilities can call 732-736-8989, Ext. 1 to reserve their ride between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. With more national chain pharmacies, health care agencies and other organiza-
tions now providing the shot, vaccination clinics are expanding more and more throughout the county. “The Ocean County Health Department is also operating vaccination clinics at RWJ Barnabas Health Care Arena at Toms River High School North, Southern Regional Middle School, Stafford Township and Manchester Township Elementary School by appointment only, for Ocean County residents,” Quinn said. “It doesn’t matter which organization you make the appointment with in Ocean County, we will get you there.” Ocean Ride is following all Center for Disease Control guidelines in operating its buses and reserve-a-ride system. Face masks are required for all riders along with social distancing when applicable. “Ocean Ride continues to help make a difference in the lives of our seniors and disabled residents by getting them to where they need to go,” Quinn said. “This is a large county – more than 600 square miles - with limited public transportation opportunities. Getting our residents vaccinated will help enhance their quality of life. It’s imperative they have the transportation to get there.” Step One: Make a vaccination appointment with whatever source you can. Step Two: Call 732-736-8989, Ext. 1 to schedule your transportation.
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Continued From Page 1 “My job is to run around the state and help them solve their water problems. The project we are talking about today is really all about storm water runoff,” Obrupta said. “As we add more development, we add more impervious surfaces,” which is any surface that water doesn’t pass through, such as the roof of a building, a roadway, the sidewalk or a driveway. “Under a natural condition, wooded conditions of New Jersey about 10% of the annual rainfall runs off,” he told the Commission. “In New Jersey we get 44 to 46 inches a year. So about 10% of that would run off. We have single family homes on one or two acre lots you get 20% runoff. We have quarter to half acre lots you get 30% runoff and then in downtown areas where there is lots of development, we get 55% runoff,” Obrupta added. “Several years ago, we looked at doing watershed restoration plans. What we realized was that they are beautiful plans but we only really used the last chapter of the plan that identifies where we can put in projects to address the storm water issues. The fi rst thing we developed is these impervious surface assessments and we look at the land use data that we have from the state of New Jersey,” Obrupta said. He noted that the DEP (Department of Environmental Protection) has a great geographic information system. “We could look at that and see how much impervious coverage there is in a town. We can calculate runoff levels from that impervious cover. We can look at your town of Manchester and see the different land uses that we have and its basic land uses which is agriculture, forest land, urban and wetlands.” “We can look at the mixed sub water sheds in Manchester which is a fairly big town so there are a lot of waterways that the water drains to.,” Obrupta added. Obrupta said the water needed to be managed by the watershed. Once you get beyond 2% of impervious coverage your waterways start to be impaired. Once you
The Manchester Times, April 17, 2021, Page 25 get to 10% impervious coverage your waterways are impaired. Once you get beyond 25% impervious coverage your waterways are severely impacted.” Obrupta said the town as a whole has 6% of impervious cover. His report looked at areas that could be retrofitted with green infrastructure which manages runoff. This is done “with things like rain gardens, asphalt, capturing water and reusing it, bioswales, ditches with plants in them.” Obrupta recommended several locations where there is a lot of grass and where gardens could be created. Obrupta proposed that students at schools could be educated through the projects and could also be utilized “for free labor for the garden. They can plant it and it works out really nice to help us build these projects.” He also recommended places of worship. “God wants us to save the planet so why not build a rain garden by a church? We have libraries which are great places. We can build a rain garden there and educate people at the same time.” Commission Chair Rory Wells said the report had been sent to the mayor and council. “My recommendation would be that we pick one or two projects and start scouting for volunteers.” In reference to a potential project at the township’s branch of the Ocean County Library, Wells acknowledged that as it is a county building, coordination would have to be made with county government. “I don’t foresee any problems with that.” The study was prepared by the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Water Resources Program, with funding and direction from the William Penn Foundation and the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station, to highlight green infrastructure opportunities within Manchester. The Environmental Commission thanked the William Penn Foundation and Manchester Township for their input and support in creating the document. Also during that meeting, the Commission welcomed its newest member, Kristy Henry to the panel and after the presentation proposed a project that might partner them with the county’s library system.
Lion King Star To Share Secrets To Fulfillment In Work, Life
By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – Broadway star Alton Fitzgerald White, who is a singer, actor and dancer known for his role as Mufasa in Broadway’s Lion King, will appear in a virtual presentation on April 20 at 11 a.m. at the Grunin Center at Ocean County College. White will discuss his secrets to fulfillment in work and life through About My Pride: Mastering Life’s Daily Performance. Visit: grunincenter.org/event/alton-fitzgerald-white for information. Pre-registration is required; the event is free. White made his Broadway debut as John in Miss Saigon and now has starred in six Broadway hit shows. White has starred in Lion King, Miss Saigon, The Who’s Tommy, Smokey Joe’s Café, Ragtime: The Musical and The Color Purple.
While rehearsing his role of Mister in The Color Purple in 2007, White was also performing the role of Mufasa in the evenings, successfully performing two shows at one time in a three-week period. With more than five years of continuous Broadway performances, White decided to take time off to act in the television show Law and Order; in the movie, The Invention of Lying; and to do voice-overs, commercial work and perform concerts around the world. In 2014, White returned to the Broadway company of Lion King and passed the milestone of 4,000 performances as Mufasa. This event is sponsored by the Blauvelt Speaker Series, which is funded in part by the generosity of the late Bradford Thomas & Eleanor G. Blauvelt and The Wintrode Family Foundation.
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Pastrami House Delicatessen at 363 N County Line Rd, Jackson is NOW HIRING! Counterperson, Grill person, and Cashier needed. Full time and Part time positions available. Must have experience! If interested please contact: Nick 917-502-4948. (16) P/T, 7 Days a Week - Driving School Insructors Wanted. Ten years driving experience. Clean License. Will train. Call 732-920-8830 for info. (19) Enable, Inc. - is looking for reliable caregivers to support adults with disabilities in Monmouth and Ocean County. Apply at www.enablenj.org/careers. (16) Needed Aid/Companion - Part time. Probably only a few days a month to start, for a 57 year old veteran, very light duty. Must have drivers license and be readily available if needed. In my home in Holiday city Toms River, $10 hour, please call Gabriel at 201-306-6839. (21) HVAC Technician - Minimum 3 yr experience troubleshooting/repairing residential systems. Salary start at $52k with benefits available. Service vehicle supplied. 732-409-3322. (18) Ocean Community Church (oceanchurch.squarespace.com) seeks Director of Music Ministry. Permanent P/T. Keyboardist. Direct Band and choirs. Salary negotiable. 609-597-5151. (17) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS Saba Home Health Care. Working with a quality team with over 25 years’ experience. NOW HIRING RN, LPN, Certified Home Health Aides, Live-ins, & Companions. FullTime/Part-Time. Flexible schedule. Incentive Programs. Referral Bonus Paid time off. Fill application on-line at Sabahomehealthcare.com or call us at 732-797-0700. Please send resume to Ssalu@sabahhc.com. (t/n) Marina Help Wanted - Join our expand team at our new marina in Toms River. We are seeking experienced marine mechanics, assembly techs, yard help and parts & service department staff. Great pay & benefits to qualified candidates. If you're underappreciated or under compensated contact Jared today: 732-859-1007 or Jared@trkawyam.com. (15)
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Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice. com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-5003063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (19)
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Fundraiser For Ocean County Sheriff ’s Officer Battling ALS
Phil Sickinger and his family. By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – An Ocean County Sher iff ’s Off ice detective is facing the fight of his life with the support of his family and many friends in law enforcement. Detective Phil Sickinger, 39 was diagnosed in January 2020 with ALS. He has the support of his loving wife Diana and their daughters 4-year-old Harper and 8-year-old Olivia. The officer was also found to be suffering from Lyme Disease and Mold Toxicity and was diagnosed after feeling extremely week. He suspected it might be Lyme disease and a test revealed it was not and his physician recommended he go to a rheumatologist. He ended up going to two rheumatologists, an infectious disease doctor, two neurologists, endocrinologist and a neuromuscular doctor (at Robert Wood Johnson) before he was diagnosed me with ALS. After seeing a Lyme literate doctor who a more intensive test for Lyme’s disease, he received the unfortunate news that had tested positive for that as well. The detective’s symptoms began to change and his abilit y to do things physically became limited. Among the things he was not able to do as he had done before, included his job with the Sheriff’s Office and playing with his daughters. He had difficulty using his arms, writing and typing. He had to use
−Photo courtesy GoFundMe a specially made recliner that elevated him out of his seat. “I can’t really use my arms, can’t write, it’s hard to type, I have to use a walker to walk. In our house, we have a chairlift for me to get up the steps, I have a special recliner that lifts me up out of the seat, according to interview he did with WOBM radio. The Sheriff’s Department and members of the community along with family and friends provided him support in making sure that chores he could no longer do were done and helping to be as comfortable as possible at home. Some of his therapy is done inside his home while others are performed at treatment facilities. A GoFundMe page was started recently for Detective Sickinger, all funds will be used to assist him and his family during this difficult time. The officer is getting accustomed to his special power chair that is helping become more mobile and independent. Through another ALS family, he was able to get a wheelchair accessible van. While it requires some work, it has allowed him to travel more safely to his numerous doctors’ appointments. The Sickinger home was also adapted to allow him to navigate around the house better. Detective Sickinger and his family expressed gratitude for the donations and prayers they have received.
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LAKEHURST – Volunteer fi refighters and first aid squad members are urgently needed. Staffing remains at an extremely critical level, which could affect the longterm future of these vital organizations. These organizations exist for you, but community involvement is required for them to
continue. Training is provided. Please consider helping your community as a member of either the first aid squad or the fire department. Contact Borough Hall at 657-4141 or 657-4161 for additional information or to volunteer your services.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Dog Rescued By Local First Responders
By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – An innocent dog was enjoying his morning outside until he accidently became stuck underneath his owner’s shed. On February 11 in the early morning, Shan non Mar ie took her dog Mack outside in her back yard and then the unthinkable happened. “I had let my dog out in the backyard to use the bathroom like I do every morning around 6 a.m. Only this morning he did not come running back to the door like he usually does,” Shannon wrote in a Facebook post. Since the area has been having an abundance of snow fall due to the winter weather, the dog was stuck under the shed in the freezing weather. “We finally found him pinned under our shed in the far corner of our yard. He must have chased an animal under there and became very wedged and completely stuck in the very center part of the shed,” Shannon said. After trying for over an hour to get her dog, Shannon called the Howell non-emergency police line. The Southard Fire Department along with the Howell Police Depar t ment showed up to the home in minutes. The Southard Fire Department stated how
they called Squankum Fire Company #1 to help assist with lifting the shed. “At that point I was crying, freezing, embarrassed and apologizing to them. This group of men not only worked quickly and diligently to help ensure the safety of my dog, they treated the situation like it was their own pet in danger. The police officer stayed with me, gathered my info and comforted me, assuring they would get him out safely,” Shannon explained. The first responders used various equipment to lift the shed and after about 30 minutes, the shed was successfully lifted and the pup was free without any injuries. “Not only did their job effectively and safely, they did it with compassion,” Shannon said. “They all comforted me and assured my dog’s safety. They made sure to ask me his name and while they were working would repeatedly say ‘it’s okay Mack were going to get you out bud’ to my crying dog under the shed. The entire group would not accept my apologies of having to come out to help, and instead were happy to help.” “I am proud to be a part of a community with such compassionate firemen and police officers that care about all of the needs of their community,” Shannon expressed online.
Walk-Ins Now Welcome At OCC COVID-19 Test Center
By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Now you can just walk in for a COVID-19 test at the former drive-in site based on Hooper Avenue at Ocean County College. Testing hours remain the same and are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. While appointments are still recommended, walk-ins are now welcome. Immediate Care began handling the operations of the coronavirus testing site, located at Ocean County College, on March 26. The tests are conducted indoors at the Gateway Building on the Ocean County College campus. Immediate Care representatives stated the primary COVID-19 test offered at the OCC testing site is a Saliva PCR test. Results are received within 48 to 72 hours. Patients can also receive the nasopharyngeal PCR test. Rapid tests are also available, especially for symptomatic patients. Those still seeking to make an appointment for a test at the college should visit solvhealth.com/book-online/gNNVXg. Identification and insurance cards should be brought to the testing site. Appointments can also be accessed at the Ocean
County Health Department website at ochd.org or through Immediate Cares website, immcare.com. Ocean County Commissioner Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Health Department, noted that more than 30,000 COVID-19 tests have been administered at the college site since it opened. The testing site provides tests for both symptomatic and asymptomatic county residents. As a reminder the OCHD wants the public to know that this location does not provide the COVID-19 vaccine and proof of residency is required. All emergency responders can also access testing at the site. Ocean County Public Health Coordinator Daniel Regenye said, “testing shows if you have the virus even if you are asymptomatic. This can help reduce the spread of the virus so long as people quarantine. We have always encouraged our residents to get tested.” Those residents who have general questions about the coronavirus, exposure, quarantine and spread, contact tracing, testing and COVID-19 vaccines can call 732-380-5079 or 1-833-544-0288.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Teachers, Clergy, And More To Have Access To Vaccines
By Chris Lundy NEW JERSEY – Gov. Phil Murphy expanded the types of groups that are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccines. Health officials broke down the populace into phases based on how likely they are to come into contact with the virus, how severe the virus is to that particular group, and how necessary an occupation is to society. This is why health workers and those who live in long-term care like nursing homes were in the first phase. This was coined Phase 1A. Phase 1B included such groups as police officers and firefighters who have already been allowed vaccinations. These phases were guidelines, and New Jersey has been adding groups as vaccines become available. As of March 15, the following groups will be able to be vaccinated: • Educators (teachers and support staff) in schools from kindergarten to 12th grade • Child care workers • Public and local transportation workers • Public safety workers • Migrant farm workers • Members of tribal communities • Homeless and residents of shelters As of March 29, the following groups can also
be vaccinated: • Food production and distribution; agriculture • Eldercare and support • Warehousing and logistics • Social services support staff • Elections personnel • Hospitality • Medical supply chain • Postal and shipping • Clergy • Judicial system Gov. Murphy said that many of these people have already been included in another category. Residents who are 75 and older who have been having trouble accessing the sites will be given special assistance. He said that as of March 1, there had been more than 2 million vaccinations in New Jersey. Of those, 690,000 were second doses. The Pfizer and Moderna doses take two inoculations. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine, which is a one-shot, has been approved for use in New Jersey. The state will be receiving 70,000 doses in the initial rollout. Critics have said that there aren’t enough vaccines available for those currently allowed to receive them.
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Work At Six Flags Hurricane Harbor: Job Fair April 17
By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – Six Flags Hurricane Harbor has announced they will be hosting a virtual and in-person job fair on April 17, looking to fill positions from May through September. Some open positions include cashiers, lifeguards, food service workers and more, with many positions paying $15 per hour. “We’re looking for a great team to staff New Jersey’s most thrilling waterpark, and our new virtual hiring process has made it easier than ever to complete applications, hiring, and training from the safety and comfort of home,” Six Flags Great Advent ure Recr uitment Supervisor Samantha Katcher said. Those interested must be 15 and older to apply for open positions. All interviews, communication, and onboarding paperwork can be completed virtually. This year, Six Flags Great Adventure will be offering curbside drop-off for document verification. Once offered a position, new team members will: • Visit the Six Flags Employment Center with required documents and remain in their vehicle • Call a phone number listed at their parking spot • Human Resources representative will pick up the documents from the car window and process the paperwork • Applicant will receive processed documents along with a start date and training dates
Initial trainings will then be conducted live through interactive, classroom-type, virtual meetings. Six Flags offers a wide variety of positions in fast-paced environments, and paid internships for students. The company boasts many benefits for team members including advancement opportunities, educational scholarships, reward and recognition programs, free park admission and much more. Available positions includes: • In-Park Services: Food and Beverage Operations and Retail, including cashiers • Operations: Lifeguards, Water Attendants, Park Ser vices (Custodial), Security • Guest Experience: Admissions, Guest Relations • Landscaping Job Fair Details: • In-Person Job Fair at Six Flags Employment Center – April 17, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Before attending, candidates can complete a pre-employment application online at sixf lagsjobs.com • Information about positions and onthe-spot interviews will be available • Employment Center address for GPS: 609 Monmouth Road, Jackson, NJ • Appointments are not required, parking is free, masks/cloth face coverings are required • Virtual Job Fair – April 17, 11 a.m.
to 5 p.m. • Interest applicants can access the job fair on mysfga.com/jobs on April 17 • Information about positions and onthe-spot interviews will be available in a live chat • Before attending, candidates can complete a pre-employment application online at sixf lagsjobs.com
• Employment Center Hours for Curbside Document Drop: • Wednesday & Friday - 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday -10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Appointments are encouraged
As part of Six Flags’ comprehensive
safety procedures, all employees are required to wear masks and are temperature-checked and health-screened each day. Gloves are worn as appropriate, per guidelines. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor will open for the 2021 season May 15 and begin daily operation June 18. For more information, visit sixfl ags.com/hurricaneharbornj.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 17 - apr 23
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): The New Moon in your sign may subtly shift your attention to your inner fantasies and wishful thinking. Your romantic nature may be stirred and imaginative ideas kindled as the week unfolds. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Being part of the bigger picture, perhaps by interacting with people on social media, may be your cup of tea. As the week begins, you may be challenged to avoid jealousy and unfair generalizations. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may accept people at face value in the week to come. Challenge yourself to look deeper and you’ll make new discoveries. People appreciate your sensitivity to their feelings. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will likely find your way out of an impasse with someone after a struggle. In the upcoming week, your interest in building your reputation and receiving more recognition may grow stronger. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the week ahead, a small fragment of knowledge may lead you to speculate about how to achieve a richer life. It’s not just wishful thinking if it inspires you toward greater joy and authenticity. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): As a member of a group, you can emphasize your best points as the coming week unfolds. This can lead other people to notice the benefits of being your ally or companion.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A loved one may be popular and in demand, and you could be glad for it, but you may still suffer a few pangs of jealousy. As the week unfolds, you can find ways to make peace with this. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be glad that you can see the large patterns that count and aren’t distracted by nonessential details. Take notes and gather facts but wait to make the purchase you dream of later in the week. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Use the internet or a library to expand your horizons and enjoy mysteries from afar this week. They could be a little disappointing viewed from a closer perspective right now. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your home can be a place where dreams come true. The pressure to achieve something spectacular could build up this week until you are ready to take drastic action. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): As the week progresses, you might look forward to a competition or become more enthusiastic about your job. Your friends may become involved in your family life or influence your key decisions. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Destiny is constantly being configured, as all choices are factored in. Instead of holding ungrounded fears and apprehensions, use your free will to create the life you dream of.
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