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−Photos by Chris Lundy (Clockwise from top) People still await wait the return of der Wunder Wiener. Mallard Park was near where the author grew up. Bud the dinosaur has captured our hearts and our imaginations. The car on top of Cosmo’s is certainly an attention-grabber. The wine bottle has been a landmark for decades.
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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY − When you grow up in a town, sometimes you take for granted the parts that make it special. Some things you encounter might stand out to you the first few times
you see them, but after a while they just become part of the scenery. Megan McCafferty grew up in Bayville and it informed her career in ways she never expected. She wrote the best-selling “Sloppy
Firsts” series, which is hitting its 20th anniversary this year – a perfect time for a nostalgic look back. The series follows Jessica Darling as she navigates the difficulties of high school and
the world beyond. The author set the book in the fictional town of Pineville. Parts of Pineville read like any other suburban town. But the more you read, the more you realize it’s (Wonders - See Page 4)
Volunteers Clean Jersey Shore With Beach Sweeps
By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – Jersey Shore beaches had a huge “clean sweep” as volunteers from Clean Ocean Action’s (COA) 36th Annual Beach Sweeps removed debris from beaches and waterways. Clean Ocean Action is a leading national and regional voice working to protect waterways using science, law, research, education and citizen action. Their annual Beach Sweeps is held every April and October and is the state’s
largest volunteer driven, citizen science and environmental event. The Beach Sweep took place on April 17 with over 5,500 volunteers removing harmful debris throughout 67 site locations around the Jersey Shore. Over the years, 147,860 volunteers have contributed 864,688 volunteer hours to remove and record debris from NJ’s beaches and waterways, according to a press release. “It is a fantastic day for the ocean. The amazing turnout for the Spring Sweeps
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is testament to the love and commitment people have for a clean ocean! Everyone complied with safety rules, many brought buckets and all removed thousands of items, mostly plastic from the beach. The data they collected will help us continue to make progress to reduce marine debris,” Cindy Zipf, Executive Director, Clean Ocean Action said. At the Ortley Beach, 3rd Ave. site location, about 42 volunteers arrived to pick (Volunteers - See Page 7)
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By Alyssa Riccardi and Chris Lundy BERKELEY – For the second year in a row, the Ocean County Fair has been canceled due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The event was to originally occur July 14 through 18 at the Robert J. Miller Airpark. On April 20, the Ocean County Fair took to their Facebook page to break the upsetting news. Organizers stated how they’re unable to hold the event because capacity restrictions are still in place. “Sadly, once again we must cancel the Ocean County Fair. COVID restriction placed on us by the state and 4H being limited from having large gatherings make it impossible for us to safely host our 2021 County Fair.” Although the Ocean County fair is canceled this year, organizers are already looking forward to planning for 2022, aiming towards a scheduled date of July 13 to 17. Last year, organizers put out a similar (Fair - See Page 10)
Central Returning To In-Person Instruction
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY − Citing the impact that the pandemic has had on students’ mental health and their ability to learn in a virtual environment, Central Regional schools announced its plan for reopening the schools to in-person instruction for all five days. Students who have chosen to be all-remote will remain all-remote for the entire 4th marking period. Students may not switch between all-remote and in-per-
son for the remainder of the school year. Central is a regional district with students from Berkeley, Ocean Gate, Seaside Heights, Seaside Park, and Island Heights attending its middle and high school. The grades will be phased back in as such: Grades 8 and 12: Week beginning Monday, April 26: Grades 7 and 9: Week begin ning Monday, May 3 Grades 10 and 11: (Central - See Page 10)
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Continued From Page 1 a New Jersey suburban town. On the Jersey shore. And it’s based on Bayville. “I wanted to escape Bayville,” she said about growing up. “I always wanted to escape but then I spent my career writing about it.” Her parents still live here, so she comes back often. There’s still a soft spot for her home town. She recalled spending summers working at Kohr’s in Seaside, and being a token exchange girl at Lucky Leo’s. Versions of this would wind up in the series, too. When she started taking writing classes outside of Ocean County, she would pen little slices of life about the Jersey shore. She didn’t think anyone else would care about it but her classmates did. It was exotic to them. They had never been here, or maybe hadn’t seen it from her point of view. Now, living in Princeton, her son has asked her why there are tourists visiting the town. It’s new to them. The 5 Wonders A character named Marcus Flutie gives Jessica a tour of her home town at the end of “Sloppy Firsts,” causing her to see it in a new way. The “Five Wonders of Pineville” were inspired by real-life locations. Some were places that still held their Weird NJ charm. They stand out to you until you get used to seeing them. The “Champagne of Propane” is the giant wine bottle on Route 9. It’s currently painted
white, but has been used as advertising in the past. Of course, the dinosaur is another one. It has changed a few times over the decades, most notably a few years ago when the head, neck and tail were resculpted. The car mounted on top of the Cosmo’s shop was another, and would be easily recognizable to locals. The fourth was der Wunder Wiener, the hot dog cart owned by local Beachwood Councilman Gerald LaCrosse. It was destroyed by a driver a few years ago. LaCrosse is still recovering from his injuries. The cart was never shaped like a hot dog like it was in the book. That was just a bit of creative license. The last was what McCafferty referred to as the “Old Park.” Growing up in Sylvan Lakes, this was a “park that time forgot.” It never seemed to be updated like other parks. Until, of course, it does. In real life and in the books. She never knew what its official name was until she looked it up after the interview for this article. It is called Mallard Park. Bridging Generations The series will be getting a new 20th anniversary reprinting this year, introducing new readers to Jessica Darling and Pineville. The book will have some changes from how it was originally. Some of the language used in the 2001 volume would not be appropriate in 2021. Also, it was an opportunity to alter some of the wording she wasn’t happy with the first time around. “If we did our jobs right, you won’t notice”
jerseyshoreonline.com the changes, she said. Will younger readers identify with a teenager from 2001? Like “Catcher In The Rye,” which was published in book form in 1951, there are references to entertainment that was popular when the book came out. But a reader doesn’t necessarily need to know the pop culture being mentioned to equate themselves with the characters. Some themes are timeless, and teenagers face the same feelings in every generation, whether they are Jes−Photo by Chiara Gold Photos sica Darling or Holden Megan McCafferty grew up in Bayville and it served as the Caulfield. inspiration for several books. McCafferty said she didn’t need to listen to the same music as age in the first decade of a new century.” When she wrote the first book, about high Caulfield to connect with him as a charschoolers, she was 10 years out of high acter. She feels the same is true of Jessica school. Her parents were teachers and she - you don’t need to know about “The Real would sit in on classes and observe how World” in order to understand what she’s teens were interacting with each other. going through. The pop culture references “I wrote the type of books I liked reading,” decorate her world and make if feel lived she said. Books with humor and heart and in, but they are still decoration. intelligence, and characters that are real. The author remembered making a conThese themes transcend generations. scious choice between keeping the references vague or making them specific. She “Feeling like you don’t fit in, that your chose to make it a time capsule - “What it parents don’t understand you, and you’re was like being a young woman coming of (Wonders - See Page 7)
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Continued From Page 1 up trash and debris on the beach. Beach Captains Crystal DeCaro and Ryan Carr have been volunteering with COA’s Beach Sweeps for eight years, and have been the captains at the Ortley Beach site for the past five years. “We tend to notice a lot of items we pick up are PPE (personal protective equipment) unfortunately, but really it’s a big assortment,” DeCaro said. “Some items we’ve already picked up today, a lot of it being fishing lures, plastic bags, rubber bait. A lot of things tend to be fishing related, but
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Continued From Page 4 at odds with what’s going on in your body, are timeless.” The fact that the book still finds a home with people who are outside the target demographic shows just how universal the themes are. The early 2000s are having a resurgence, after all. There’s a nostalgia factor for the times you grew up in. A mother and her teenage daughter could both be reading this and talking about it as they go. “I would love the books to spark those kinds of conversations between genera-
The Berkeley Times, April 24, 2021, Page 7 you also notice things like food wrappers, plastic bottles, aluminum tins. Cigarette butts are probably the number one item picked up unfortunately. Water caps, bottle caps, ribbons from balloons are just a few of the many items.” With the pandemic continuing still for over a year, volunteers have seen an increase of PPE items ending up on beaches. “The PPE is one of the top things that we’ve noticed. Last year they had to cancel the spring Beach Sweep, but we had the fall one. We noticed during fall that we were picking up so many masks, gloves, etc., that they actually had to add it to the data card. We defi nitely noticed gloves more than
masks but still sadly we are finding more of these items,” DeCaro said. DeCaro expressed why it’s so important to support and take part in events like the COA’s Beach Sweep. “This is our home. It makes such a difference, to be a part of something that is going to make an effect not only in your own lives but at the same time it helps (people) realize that we’re cleaning this up so that younger kids and other people don’t find this or your pets don’t get into it,” DeCaro said. “You’re also saving the environment. Especially now that ‘Seaspiracy’ came out, I think that there’s more awareness because of these Netflix documentaries and different
things bringing awareness to it. People just want to make sure that if they’re going to be involved in any type of sea life or doing water activities, that they’re making sure they’re taking care of those animals too.” Other locations such as Sandy Hook had a huge turnout, with 175 volunteers collecting debris. According to a press release, the top five items found at this location included: 4,254 food/candy wrappers/bags; 3,797 plastic pieces; 3,777 plastic bottle caps/ lids; 1,425 plastic straws/stirrers; and 1,019 foam pieces. Volunteers at Sandy Hook also found 63 disposable face masks, 8 reusable face masks, 16 disposable gloves and 27 disposable wipes.
tions,” she said. One thing readers might notice in books written for children and young adults is that the author is writing things that they wish they heard as a child. In a way, they are writing a message to the younger version of themselves. McCafferty agreed with this. “I put words to thoughts and feelings that young people have,” she said. When she was growing up, she really responded to stories that had a fictional character she could relate to. “It made me feel less alone.” As an adult, you have the power to reflect upon it, make sense of it all, and share your experience. “Sloppy Firsts” was originally published
by a publisher of adult fiction because the young adult market wasn’t what it is today. That was probably for the best. It meant that her book, which has teenagers using four letter words and being curious about sex, was shelved next to books for adults rather than “The Baby-Sitter’s Club.” This also worked out because sequels followed Jessica’s life into early adulthood. (“Second Helpings,” “Charmed Thirds,” “Fourth Comings,” and “Perfect Fifths”) She’s currently working on two projects, one is a middle grade series with Scholastic and the other is her first book marketed for adult readers. In addition to writing and editing for
anthologies, she wrote futuristic satires “Bumped” and “Thumped.” Her most recent books, “The Mall,” and “True To Your Selfie,” were released in 2020. She said she doesn’t intend on picking up Jessica’s life after the fifth book, but she did write a prequel series. “Jessica Darling’s It List” was made into a film in 2016. Besides, carrying Jessica into her adult years with too many adult responsibilities might be “A little too close to home. I write to escape,” she said, laughing. The new editions are being published by Wednesday Books, an imprint of St. Martin’s Press. The first one has a May 4 release date. The rest will follow every few months.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor
E DITORIAL The Pandemic Has Been Hard On All Of Us As we hit the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are beginning to see some light at the end of the tunnel. Vaccines have been approved and are getting distributed, and there is an expectation that we may be getting out from under the thick cloud of isolation. But many of us remain broken. Months of this social isolation have wreaked havoc on our lives. More than a third of Americans have reported symptoms of anxiety and depression in the past year; opioid overdoses are 29% higher; and so many are experiencing tremendous grief from loss. The end of the pandemic will not mean the end to mental health struggles. Trauma takes a long time to heal, and we have all experienced some type of trauma during this period. I am pleased to see celebrities helping to “end the stigma” associated with mental health and substance use issues by speaking out about their own experiences and urging people to get help. This is the time to reach out if you are suffering from lingering or severe feelings of anxiety or depression, if your alcohol or drug use has increased during this time, or if grief is debilitating you. One positive result of the pandemic is the more comprehensive use of telehealth as a way to connect with people from their own homes. At Preferred Behavioral Health Group, people we serve have embraced this approach to therapy, and more people have had the opportunity to get the help they need. We are here to help with 24/7 telehealth services, medication assessments, group therapy, support for seniors, and counseling for children and families, all offered remotely. We can be reached at 732-3674700, or preferredbehavioral.org. If you are struggling, reach out. Reach out to a loved one, a spiritual advisor, a friend, or a professional. We are here. Mary Pat Angelini CEO, Preferred Behavioral Health Group Monmouth & Ocean Counties
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A Tip For Earth Day – And Your Health Earth Day was April 22 and there will be lots of information on ways to save the Earth. Meanwhile, every year in the manicured yards of suburbia, pesticides and herbicides are wreaking havoc with the health of humans, especially children. Although professional landscapers must take classes and obtain a Pesticide Applicator’s License, homeowners can purchase bug and weed killing chemicals at any garden center and use them indiscriminately, and in any amounts. According to an Organic Land Care pamphlet published by the Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut and Massachusetts: “In a review of case-controlled studies and case reports, childhood cancers linked to pesticides include: leukemia, brain cancer, Wilm’s tumor, soft-tissue sarcoma, Ewing’s sarcoma, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and cancers of the colorectum and testes. (Environ Health Perspective 106 [Suppl. 3] 893-908)” In his book, “The Organic Suburbanite,” Warren Schultz states, “On the average, suburbanites use 10 times more pesticides per area in their yards than farmers do on their fields.” He also states, “2,4-D.........(is) the weed-killing ingredient found in most weed-and-feed lawn products and it’s also a carcinogen. Two studies by the National Cancer Institute showed an increased incidence of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma among farmers who use 2,4-D. A later NCI study showed that dogs, whose owners’ lawns were treated with 2,4-D four or more times per year, were twice as likely to contract canine malignant lymphoma.” If we stopped spraying pesticides and herbicides today, would insects and weeds take over? The true answer is NO! The Creator has built into all of nature a system of checks and balances. Spraying chemical pesticides and herbicides actually disrupts the natural balance of nature. Listen to
Paul Sachs in an excerpt from his book, “Edaphos, Dynamics of a Natural Soil System”: “Pests, in general, are organisms that interfere with human enterprise activities. If we ranked pests simply by how much they disrupt an environment, humans would be at the top of the list.” Man, in his foolishness, seeks to control all of nature. Now, like the twisted plot of a horror movie, the pests are becoming resistant to chemicals while our children are the ones who are getting sick! What can one person do? Go to your library and learn about organic methods of gardening. Use an organic lawn care company. Teach a child about the exquisite balance and beauty of nature. Learn to identify the ladybugs and other beneficial insects in your yard. Call your local Cooperative Extension office (or go online) and get free information on gardening without chemicals. Let’s begin to garden in harmony with nature and make every day Earth Day! Karen Breuel Howell
In Defense Of The Libraries This is in response to the grossly intemperate and erroneous letter of April 3rd regarding the Ocean County Library System (“Library Restrictions Go Too Far”). This writer is no friend of the library. The library “prioritizes its staff above all else,” the writer claims. The staff, in turn, tends to “regard us as a pestilence which threatens a largely redundant staff.” They are holders of “degrees from mail-order colleges,” but nevertheless “half of the full-time employees of the OCLS have pay and benefits at or above $100K/year.” At no point does the writer offer the sources of his “information.” I have been a patron of the OCLS for some twenty-five years, and I can assure you that the writer is in error. At no time have I ever been
treated with anything less than exceptional professionalism, courtesy and dedication on the part of the staff. Our library is a treasure for the good citizens of our county. Michael J. Doherty Berkeley
End War In Afghanistan
The war in Afghanistan has dragged on for nearly 20 years, and it is time to do the right thing and end what veterans call the “Forever War.” An entire generation has never known a country at peace, and this conflict has cost a trillion dollars and countless lives. Pres. Biden has the chance to right this wrong. This conflict must end now, as he promised many times during his campaign. Our continued presence in Afghanistan is not making America safer. In fact, prolonging these conflicts is making us a target and putting our troops in harm’s way unnecessarily. It’s well past time, please, Mr. President, bring our troops home now. Military withdrawal from Afghanistan will give our diplomats a chance to do the hard work of building a peace agreement, rather than continuing with a failed military strategy that cannot accomplish anything further, and which the “Afghanistan Papers” published by the Washington Post reveal top generals themselves do not even believe in. America’s veterans and military members deserve to have a government which advocates for them. We’re counting on you to do the right thing. William Dowd Brick
We’ve Lost Patience After enduring a year-long pandemic, the talk of the town is vaccinations. For many older residents, it’s frustration, anger and helplessness about how hard it’s been to get appointments for vaccinations. The state announced that
senior citizens were a priority group, and county health officials said they’d like to bring on-site vaccination clinics to the numerous adult communities someday – but the wait and the demand for shots are continuing. Seniors on their own, and the virus and its mutations are still around. In an effort to be pro-active, I sent this to the governor and New Jersey health commissioner: “Hundreds of thousands of residents of New Jersey’s active-adult communities have been unable to secure vaccination appointments due to (1) the inadequate supply of vaccine to counties with large senior populations, such as Ocean County, (2) their difficulty with, or inaccessibilty to, online appointment websites and a seemingly always-busy, unhelpful phone hotline, (3) competition for appointments with smokers and millions of others being added to eligibility groups, and (4) for some seniors, their inability to drive or to drive long distances to sites where vaccine and appointments are available. “As you know, seniors are especially vulnerable to the coronavirus, and most of them in my area have been unable to get vaccinations - after weeks and weeks of trying. I urge you to dedicate some of the state funding from the federal pandemic relief legislation to enable county health departments to set up vaccination clinics within adult communities as soon as possible. “It would be far more than a convenience to residents. It would protect and save lives, but also hasten the day when New Jersey’s economy can return to full strength, and allow families and friends to end their isolation and resume in-person socializing without fear of serious health consequences to Grandma and Grandpa.” I urge your readers to communicate similar messages to state officials on behalf of older Jersey Shore residents. We’ve run out of patience, and we don’t want to become patients. Rich Wieland Toms River
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they apply to age-restricted communities. As you are aware from our previous communications, residents of age-restricted commu9th Legislative District nities are inquiring as to when and how their faciliSenator Christopher Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove ties, especially clubhouses, can open to residents under TRENTON − Senator Christopher Con- your executive orders. “As the warmer weather approaches, nors, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove are calling we fully anticipate more inquiries from on Governor Murphy’s administration to residents of age-restricted communities improve communications with age-restrict- requesting guidance concerning the opened communities regarding the easing of ing of community swimming pools. While detailed guidelines have been provided for COVID-related restrictions. The 9th District legislators are responding various other establishments and activities, to inquiries from residents of age-restricted your Administration has been less than communities who want answers on when forthcoming and responsive with respect their community club houses and pools to guidelines for facilities located in age-restricted communities. can open. “Again, let us reiterate that tens of thouConnors, Rumpf and Gove issued the following letter to Governor Murphy with the sands of our mutual constituents live in intent of ensuring that age-restricted com- such communities. As residents of these munities are specifically addressed in future communities continue to be vaccinated, we feel it is timely, appropriate, and necessary announcements by the administration: RE: Guidelines for Opening of Age-Re- for your Administration to provide specific stricted Community Clubhouses and guidelines regarding the opening of age-restricted community clubhouses and pools. Swimming Pools Homeowner associations and residents “Dear Governor Murphy: “In representing the interests of thou- should be afforded every opportunity to sands of constituents living in our Leg- move forward with plans to open up their islative District, we are calling on your communities. “Thank you, in advance, for your attention Administration to clarify the easing of COVID-related occupancy restrictions as to this communication.”
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Continued From Page 1 Week beginning Monday, May 10 The only grades returning to school are the ones listed. Other students will follow their current schedule until it’s their turn. The schedule will change if there is an outbreak or school closure, officials said. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have determined that in-person
learning has not been associated with substantial transmission of the virus as long as safety protocols are in place. Further, the CDC determined that schools have successfully reopened during this pandemic. Central has had mitigation protocols in place since last year, said Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides. These include such measures as supplying personal protective equipment, using ultra-violet light daily, protective shielding, hand sanitizers
and a daily disinfecting schedule. Students will continue to wear masks at all times and must follow other safety protocols. It was noted that social distancing will be enforced when practical, but it might not be possible in every classroom or on the bus. “We appreciate your support and consideration as we look forward to developing some normalcy for our students in a safe and responsible manner,” Parlapanides said.
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Memorial Day Break In related news, Central Regional students will have an extended break for Memorial Day weekend. Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 31. The students will also have off Thursday, May 27 and Friday, May 28. The district did not use two snow days that were built into the 2020-21 school year. They were virtual learning days instead. Thus, the district met the State requirement for 180 school days, Parlapanides said.
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Continued From Page 1 statement: “Rutgers Cooperative Extension/4H has put a hold on all 4H activities through August. 4H is such a strong partner of the fair that we cannot see a way forward without them this year.” The organizers are volunteers, and they rely on the assistance of 4H and other groups. The 2020 fair would have been the 73rd year of the fair. The only years they missed were 2020 and 2021. According to its history, the Ocean County Board of Agriculture held the first annual “4-H Achievement and Agricultural Ocean County Field Day” on September 6, 1947. It started at the Ocean County Park in Lakewood, but outgrew it in the 1980s. It was then relocated to the Robert J. Miller Airpark in Berkeley Township. The fi rst four-day fair was in 1982. It used to be an agricultural show for local farmers to show off their crops. However, as farming gave way to housing and commercial development, there are very few farms left locally. The 4-H has taken on the agricultural aspect of the fair, showing off what families have grown and nurtured.
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OCEAN COUNTY – The Jersey Shore Civil War Round Table holds its meetings the second Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. from September to June. All events are held on the Ocean County College Campus at Barlett Hall room 203. For more information, contact Richard Trimble at 732-528-5387.
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Pine Barren Modelers RC Club To Host Open House
BAYVILLE – The Pine Barren Modelers RC Club AMA Chapter #1727 will be holding an open house on May 15 (weather permitting) at the Johnson’s Pit Field (aka Temp field) off Rt. 9 in Berkeley Township. Turn down Gladney Ave. then make a right onto Locker St. Go half way down and turn left into the gate. Follow signs for parking. Do not drive down pavement of runway.
Flying starts at 8 a.m. to approximately 2 p.m. No landing fees and free food. Runway is 700’ x 30’ pavement. Open to anyone who wants to come and fly. Buddy box available for training. AMA needed for solo flight. Email info@pbm1727.org for more information or visit the Pine Barren RC Club Facebook page.
Berkeley Flushing Hydrants Now Through May
BERKELEY – The Berkeley Township MUA will be flushing hydrants between April 5 and May 7. There may be low water pressure and some discoloration of water. The Township
apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. Visit Berkeley Township’s Facebook page for updates or check out the Aqua NJ website for street updates.
Coin Tosses Approved For Fire Company
BERKELEY – There will be coin toss fundraisers for the Pinewald Fire Company at the following times, locations to be announced: • May 15, 2021 - Raindate: May 16, 2021
• June 26, 2021 - Raindate: June 27, 2021 • July 18, 2021 - Raindate: July 25, 2021 • September 26, 2021 - Raindate: October 3, 2021
Vendors Wanted For Farmer’s Markets
BERKELEY – Vendors wanted for the upcoming Farmer’s Markets which will be held at two location this year. Join at the popular Bayville location on Rt. 9 or our spot in South Seaside Park, next to Island Beach State Park. The Bayville Market will run every Tuesday through October. It is located at 630 Atlantic
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The Ballad Of Bimini Bob
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Wildlife is common in the senior communities, as residents often see deer and wild turkeys wander around their neighborhoods. A framed photo of “Bimini Bob” is on display in the Holiday City West clubhouse. It informs people that this particular turkey has received a pardon and is living his best life in Allentown. The turkeys are slow moving and sometimes don’t fear cars, making roads dangerous – for the turkeys and for drivers swerving out of the way. Many Holiday City residents expressed frustration and fear saying the tenacious turkeys just didn’t want to leave their property and, in some cases, even took a nip out of them when they tried to shoo them away. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection issued a statement to Micromedia Publications in 2019, stating that the best way of handling them is to trap and release them.
−Photo by Chris Lundy The turkey that was nicknamed “Bimini Bob” has a special place in Holiday City West. Bimini Bob may or may not be the same turkey that was nicknamed “Waldo,” in reference to the “Where’s Waldo” activity books. This article contains information from a previous article by Bob Vosseller.
Join The Bayville First Aid Squad
BAYVILLE – The Bayville First Aid Squad (BFAS) is currently looking for NJ state or Nationally certified EMTs to join our family. We are currently seeking qualified EMTs who are dedicated, compassionate, and driven. The BFAS answers approximately 1,700-2,000 service calls each year, so the community will always need and appreciate your commitment. With volunteer crews covering most days and nights we can work around your busy schedule. If you are in-
terested please visit us at bayvillefas.org or email us recruiting@bayvillefas.org. If you are unable to volunteer please consider donating to our organization. The Bayville First Aid Squad is a 100 percent non-profit organization. All donations go directly towards upkeep of the apparatus, our building, supplies, and equipment. Every penny helps us continue to provide prompt, professional, and compassionate care to you and your family.
Neighborhood Watch Program
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Celebrating In A Difficult Year
Today, we are celebrating our 26th anniversary. The Manchester Times debuted on April 18, 1995. Six more papers eventually joined: The Berkeley Times (1996), The Jackson Times (2000), The Brick Times (2002), The Howell Times (2004), The Toms River Times (2005), and The Southern Ocean Times (2013). A 26th anniversary isn’t one of those nice round numbers like 25 or 30. You won’t fi nd a banner at a party store. But it’s still a significant achievement, especially considering a lot of other local businesses shut down in this last year. Scores of local people lost their jobs. Thousands lost loved ones. This time last year, I wrote a column about our company’s 25th anniversary. The pandemic had just hit, and I wrote with the hope that things were going to get better. It’s been a year now, and maybe it’s the shot in my arm talking, but I’m more optimistic now. In the last year, we wrote stories about people having drive-through weddings and birthdays. Graduation parades and 3-D printed masks showed how creative people could get to solve problems. People still fi nd a way to hit the high notes. And that’s something worth celebrating. So we’re not just patting ourselves on the back. We’re cheering you on. Whenever we write a story about someone doing good in their community, we’re saying “thank you.” When we highlight a resident who is tackling a problem head-on, we are putting a spotlight on them. We are hoping that their compassion and ingenuity can inspire others.
But enough about us. Let’s talk about you. If you’re holding this paper in your hand, or reading this online, it means that you care about what’s happening in your community. You want to know what new businesses are coming to your town. You want to know what’s happening with your taxes, or open space, or a million other topics. You also care about what the powers that be are doing in Trenton and Washington, because their decisions impact us all. Our website traffic ranges anywhere from 100,000 to 250,000 unique visits a month. Given that there’s about 600,000 or so adults in all of Ocean County and Howell (our coverage area), that means that at least one in six people are reading us every month. That’s only the online readership. That doesn’t include the people picking us up in Wawa, grocery stores, restaurants, doctors’ offices and other spots. You read us because you want to know what’s happening – the good and the bad. There’s a lot of gloom and doom in the news. We wouldn’t be doing our job if we only showed you the good news. But we also want to show you ways that things are getting better. So join us as we showcase the best that the Jersey shore has to offer. More than just the beaches and entertainment, but the people who live here year-round who work hard to educate our children, serve us in stores and restaurants, entertain us, and keep us safe. Come along this year and celebrate with us. Chris Lundy News Editor
BlueClaws To Play Five Games As Medusas
By Bob Vosseller JERSEY SHORE – The BlueClaws are getting used to having multiple names. Some fans may still remember them as the Lakewood BlueClaws. Last year they changed their name to the Jersey Shore BlueClaws. Now they will also play as Medusas at five games this summer as part of a national Hispanic culture and heritage initiative. The alternate identity involves Minor League Baseball’s Copa de la Diversión program. This year that program will get a fresh look and feel. In honor of the event the team unveiled a new cap and jersey that will be worn during those five games. The Medusas de Jersey Shore program is presented by New Jersey Natural Gas. The Medusas will play five games this summer, one each month: • Wednesday, May 5 (the season’s second game) – 7:05 p.m. • Tuesday, June 8 – 7:05 p.m. • Tuesday, July 27 – 7:05 p.m. • Sunday, August 22 – 1:05 p.m. • Wednesday, September 8 – 7:05 p.m. The new cap now includes a bright pink brim and button with a white front, deep
purple side and back panels. The Medusas emblem, a jellyfish with five tentacles holding a baseball bat and ball, sits on the face of the cap. The jersey, which was white in 2019, is now purple with gradient down each side scaled from pink to light blue. Medusas de Jersey Shore is emblazoned across the chest with each player’s number appearing in the front (inside a jellyfish) and on the back. Fans can find the new Medusas hat on the Jersey Shore BlueClaws website. Team President Joe Ricciutti said, “the Copa de la Diversión program has been a tremendous addition to the Minor League Baseball landscape and the Medusas de Jersey Shore are proud to be a part of this national initiative.” “Hispanic culture and heritage is interwoven through the history of baseball and a major part of our community here at home. We look forward to celebrating that culture and heritage throughout the summer,” Ricciutti said. New Jersey Natural Gas Conservation and Clean Energy Director Anne-Marie (BlueClaws - See Page 25)
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Insurance Broker Admits To $1.5 Million Fraud
By Chris Lundy LAKEWOOD – An insurance broker admitted to engaging in $1.5 million in fraudulent claims, Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael A. Honig announced. Jonas Knopf, 65, of Lakewood, New Jersey, pleaded guilty to one count of making false statements related to a health care benefits program. The fraud began in 2009, while Knopf was chief executive officer of Madison Financial Services (MFS) in Lakewood. It was the parent company of two sham companies created by Knopf and others for marketing health insurance coverage to people who were not his employees. On paper, these two companies operated in Pennsylvania and had hundreds
of employees. These employees were mostly Lakewood residents seeking health care coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield. Knopf used fake personal information like addresses and job titles to pretend that his clients were actually employees. The health care insurers would then pay more than $1.5 million in fraudulent claims from 2009 to 2013. In 2013, the Pennsylvania Department of Insurance caused Knopf to surrender his Pennsylvania insurance producer’s license and cease operation in the state. The count of making false statements relating to a health care benefit program car r ies a maximu m penalt y of f ive years in prison and a maximum fine of $250,000, or twice the gross gain or twice the gross loss from the offense, whichever is g reater. Sentencing is scheduled for Aug. 19, 2021. Acting U.S. Attorney Honig thanked special agents of the FBI, under the direction of Special Agent In Charge George M. Crouch Jr. in Newark; special agents of the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Inspector General, Office of Investigations, New York Region, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Michael Mikulka; and Investigators of the U.S. Department of Labor, Employee Benef it Security Administration, under the direction of Regional Director Darren Cohen.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Beloved Rescue Tiger At Popcorn Park Zoo Passes Away
By Alyssa Riccardi FORKED RIVER – After calling the Popcorn Park Zoo his home for almost 20 years, a beloved rescue tiger has passed away. On April 15, Popcorn Park Animal Refuge took to their Facebook to break some devastating news about one of their rescue animals. “It’s with great sadness that we write this… Caesar has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge to be with those who once also called Popcorn Park their home.” On June 18, 2002, Caesar was brought to Popcorn Park after being rescued from Harwood, Texas. When he arrived at the park, he was starting to grow back hair, as he was suffering ringworm since being born at a “sanctuary” called Noah’s Land. “Hair or no hair, just traveling all that way, he was like a kid on a new journey, one that would bring him to Popcorn Park where he would be safe the rest of his life,” Popcorn Park said in a post. “Caesar quickly became everyone’s best friend. He loved to rub up along his fence and talk with his caretakers. Chuffing, moaning, and groaning, any sound that he could make in order to talk with us. He was two when he arrived, and he never seemed to get any older. He just acted like a 2-year-old ‘cub’ all his life. He loved to play hide and seek just before he was supposed to come in for his dinner; he would hide behind one of the bigger rocks in his yard, thinking we couldn’t see his ears or his tail flicking behind him.” Although there were numerous amounts of happy moments, there was also sad times. The shelter explained how when Caesar’s buddy Bengali passed in 2013. It was a sad time for everyone. “When he lost his best friend Bengali, they
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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.
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Healthy hearing is crucial in ways you’d never expect. In fact, a wealth of studies highlight how healthy hearing supports a healthy life. Could one of these inspire you to optimize your hearing? Improved Physical Health When you treat your hearing loss, you gain a greater sense of independence and are more likely to be active. Indeed, in a study from The Hearing Journal, some participants attributed their better physical health to treating their hearing loss. Improved Cognitive Function With hearing loss, your brain uses extra energy to understand sound, leaving less brainpower for thinking and memory. But per a recent study in the Journal of Clinical Medicine, hearing aid use actually improved participants’ cognitive function. Improved Quality of Life In a study of U.S. adults by the Seniors Research Group, respondents who’d treated their hearing loss reported improvements in their family relationships, self-confidence, social life, sense of independence, mental health, and other psychological and functional dimensions. Increased Ability to Maintain Balance You use sound as a reference to help you balance. Hearing loss robs you of reference points, so balance suffers. Treating your hearing loss gives you more auditory landmarks and could improve your balance. Increased Income Stability A study in The Hearing Journal report-
ed that those with untreated hearing loss make up to $30,000 less annually than those without hearing loss. Hearing aids, however, mitigated that income loss substantially — up to 100% for those with mild hearing loss. Already have hearing devices? Your hearing changes over time, and new technology is always emerging. If it’s been a while since we last saw you, schedule a hearing check today! Garden State Hearing & Balance Center has offices in Toms River, Manahawkin, & Whiting and can be reached at either 732818=3610 or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstatehearing. com. Kochkin S. MarkeTrak VIII: Patients Report Improved Quality of Life With Hearing Aid Usage. The Hearing Journal. 2011;64(6):25–32. Seniors Research Group. The Consequences of Untreated Hearing Loss on Older Persons. http://users.clas. ufl.edu/mcolburn/Web-links/SPA4321/ National%20Council%20on%20Aging. pdf. Accessed Dec. 2, 2020. Rumilla K. The Effect of Hearing Aids on Postural Ability. Laryngoscope. 2015;125(3):720–723. Sarant J, et al. The Effect of Hearing Aid Use on Cognition in Older Adults: Can We Delay, Decline, or Even Improve Cognitive Function? Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2020;9(1):254. Kochkin S. Marke Trak VIII: The Efficacy of Hearing Aids in Achieving Compensation Equity in the Workplace. The Hearing Journal. 2010;63(10):19–26.
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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. An experiment has taken place where researchers just created an embryo that is half human and half monkey. They allowed the living thing to grow for 20 days, and then it was destroyed. This experiment has sparked huge debate into the ethical reasons for such an experiment and if they should be allowed to continue. And if so, where exactly should the research end? The lead researcher, Professor Juan Carlos Izpisua Belmonte has experience in the field of biomedical research and in 2017, helped create the first human-pig animal which lived for a month. Professor Belmonte teamed up with researchers in China more recently, and injected human cells into monkey embryos, instead of sheep because the latter does not work well. But a monkey’s genomic sequence is closer to that of humans, and in the end, the experiment worked. A monkey-human hybrid was made, and lived for 20 days and was then destroyed. Will future embryos remain in the petri dish, or will an unethical scientist secretly breed it and attempt to propagate a new kind of creature. There are so many obvious bio-ethical concerns with this. Dr. Belmonte’s team proposes that a major problem in medicine can possibly be solved, and he’s referring to organ transplantation. Every 2 or 3 weeks someone passes away because they did not get the organ they so desperately needed. With this type of stem cell research, the ability to grow a kidney or a liver for example, would solve the shortage we have, and save many lives each year. And then there’s the issue of disease trans-
mission. In case you didn’t realize there is Mad Cow disease, Bartonella infection (from a cat’s scratch), and most recently, bats transmitting coronavirus. Monkeys famously carry herpes B virus, monkeypox and rabies. When genetic material from a monkey is sourced for this purpose it is exceedingly difficult, if not impossible, to be 100% assured that it does not contain anything dangerous to a human. Other scientists are raising concerns about where it stop. The argument being that in time as “chimeric” technology improves, could a scientist after hours go ahead and implant an embryo into a monkey, and ethically what would happen to that baby? It may conjure up ideas in some people’s minds about more Frankensteinish experiments as well as part animal, part human offspring. Human chimeras already exist, in fact there is research to show that people who have received bone marrow transplants, or women who have had a pregnancy all have chimeric cells in them. What we’re talking about today is different, it is a scientific experimental chimera that is neither animal, nor human. The world is not united on the new research. Some people see it as a positive… a new opportunity to create organs for transplantations that could save human lives every day, while other people see this as a negative. They perceive it as opening Pandora’s box to a 21st century “Planet of the Apes” and question where would the researchers stop if they are given an inch. How many lives would be saved exactly? If you have an opinion about this email me at scriptessentials@gmail.com.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE April Is “Military Child Month”
By Bob Vosseller MIDDLETOWN – April is being recognized as Military Child Month and a local family is sharing experiences of their father’s deployment. “I especially missed my dad at night. He used to read my sisters and me bedtime stories, cuddle with us, watch TV, and just be fun. My Mom had ‘Daddy Dolls’ made for us with his picture on them. Squeezing the little pillow tight helped me fall asleep when I was sad. It was hard. I’m so glad that he’s home now,” said 8-year-old Ellie Zilinski of Middletown. The third grader’s father, U.S. Army Major Matthew Zilinski, was reunited with his wife and three little girls one year ago after an 11-month deployment overseas. Major Zilinski was escorted home in April 2020 by a caravan of fi re trucks, police cars, family, and friends as spectators practicing
social distancing lined the streets to watch. The excitement – widely covered in the media - lifted spirits in the community during the first few weeks of the pandemic. “Now, a year later, we’ve had time to absorb how Matt’s deployment affected our girls. They longed for their Dad to be part of their everyday lives. They couldn’t share their triumphs with him about school. He couldn’t watch them play, share meals, enjoy birthdays, and celebrate holidays. As much as I tried to comfort them, they just wanted their Dad,” said Brie Zilinski, Major Zilinski’s wife. April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, recognizing the impact an armed forces life has on the children of those who serve our country. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense, the Month of the Military Child is a time to honor military families and their children for the daily sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome. The Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund is proud to honor all military children who do their part, like Ellie, and her sisters Quinn and Piper, who have sacrificed. “My mom also used to put my Dad’s shirt over my big pillow and spray his cologne on it. It made us feel like he was right there with us,” added Ellie Zilinski. Her sister Quinn said, “I used to look around and see all my friends with both their parents and it made me sad.” The Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund was created and founded in 2006 to honor Lt. Dennis Zilinski (Matthew’s brother) who was killed by a roadside bomb in Iraq in 2005. The 23-year-old was a Middletown, New Jersey resident, a Christian Brothers Academy alumnus, and a distinguished West Point graduate. Dennis was a member of the 187th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team of the 101st Airborne Division. Since his untimely death, family and friends have united with the Memorial Fund to provide support to improve the morale and welfare of members of the United States Armed Forces and their families. One of the main accomplishments of The Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund is sponsoring service dogs for disabled American veterans suffering from PTSD and TBI. To date, the Memorial Fund has sponsored more than 100 service dogs. Additionally, the Memorial Fund provides scholarships to students at Lt. Zilinski’s alma mater, Christian Brothers Academy. By providing these scholarships, the Memorial Fund invests in the future of high school students who embody the leadership qualities and community spirit of Lt. Zilinski. The Foundation invites the public to follow their work on Facebook, Twitter, Parler, Instagram, and YouTube. Donations may be sent to: Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 124, Adelphia, NJ 07710 or made online at runwithdennis.org.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Local Hospital Welcomes Inaugural Nursing Assistant Interns
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−Photo courtesy Deborah Heart and Lung Center (From left) Deborah Heart and Lung Center Certified Nursing Assistant Grace Dattner, and Nursing Assistant Helene Archibald join Pemberton Township High School Medical Arts Academy seniors Paige Wherley and Brianna Braman as they train with their first Deborah patient, Katherine Parola of Toms River. By Bob Vosseller PEMBERTON − Toms River resident Katherine Parola is among a number of patients who have recently received some excellent care from Pemberton Township High School Medical Arts students. Students Brianna Braman and Paige Wherley started their eight-week Nursing Assistant (NA) Internship Program at Deborah Heart and Lung Center. The brandnew program is unique to the region and transitions high school students who have completed specific high school curricula and prepares them for job readiness after successful completion of their hospital rotation. Students will undergo supervised training with Deborah’s nursing staff during this eight-week period, practicing such tasks as vital signs, bed baths, feeding, setting up patient equipment, specimen collection, and EKGs. Deborah’s Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer Rita Zenna said, “Deborah is a teaching hospital, and while our core is in cardiology and vascular specialties, we also have a robust nursing program that has historically hosted college students for rotations. This is the first time we have accepted high school students into a formal internship program here.” Pemberton Township High School Medical Arts Academy Advisor Elisabeth McCartney described how the program has been built over the years “to provide our high school students the academic skills needed for college success in the
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Ocean County Man Charged For Fleeing Fatal Vehicle Crash
By Alyssa Riccardi MANCHESTER – A Manchester man has been charged after hitting a pedestrian with his car and leaving the scene of what would become a fatal crash. On April 13, the Manchester Township Police Department received a report regarding a pedestrian being hit by a motor vehicle on Yorktowne Parkway in Whiting. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Jack Gotfried, 69, of Whiting, laying in the roadway with injuries to his lower extremities. Gotfried was quickly flown to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries. After conducting an investigation, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Vehicular Homicide Unit and Manchester Township Police Department Detective Bureau were able to identify the suspect who hit Gotfried as Kevin Noonan, 62, of Manchester. According to police, Noonan was at Gotfried’s residence to pick up furniture that Gotfried was giving away. When loading the furniture into his vehicle, Noonan allegedly backed his vehicle up at a high rate of speed and hit Gotfried, pinning him between the rear of the vehicle and a truck parked in front of the residence. Noonan then allegedly fled the scene, leaving Gotfried injured in the roadway, police said.
Later that day, Noonan was found walking in the area of Western Boulevard in Lacey Township and was apprehended by a detective from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. Noonan was transported to Manchester Township Police Headquarters, where he was processed and consented to a draw of his blood; the blood draw was subsequently taken at Community Medical Center in Toms River. Noonan was charged with Knowingly Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident as well as Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended Driver’s License while being involved in a Motor Vehicle Accident Resulting in Death. Noonan is currently lodged in the Ocean County Jail, pending a detention hearing. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer acknowledges the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Vehicular Homicide Unit, Manchester Township Police Department Patrol Division, Manchester Township Police Department Detective Bureau, and Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, for their cooperative assistance in connection with this investigation. The public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Online Book Club Discussion
OCEAN COUNTY – Have you always wanted to join a book club, but couldn’t find the time? The Ocean County Library extends an invitation to enroll in the free One Book OCL Online Book Club, and take part wherever you need to be. The next novel under discussion, through May 20, is “The Alice Network,” by Kate Quinn. Goodreads calls “The Alice Network” “an enthralling new historical novel.” It centers on two women in 1947 London - one an embittered World War I spy, the other a scandalized American socialite – whose encounter changes the trajectories of their lives. Ocean County Library cardholders and
non-cardholders are eligible to participate. Cardholders can download digital versions through the Library’s Freading, OverDrive and hoopla services, or reserve print or audio versions. One Book OCL is a private, moderated online forum in partnership with PBC Guru. Community members discuss books and network. Members participate according to their schedules, day or night. Each title undergoes discussion for about two months. Register for this free program at pbc.guru/ One_Book_OCL. Keep up with library events and programs at theoceancountylibrary.org, or visit the Library on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
Toms River MVC Office Closed
By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Those who had business at the township’s Motor Vehicle Commission office were disappointed to learn it was closed on April 19. All appointments scheduled at the Toms River MVC office have been rescheduled for the next two weeks due to complications of the coronavirus health crisis. It was noted on the New Jersey MVC website that that it anticipated that the office would reopen on May 3. While the Lakewood office, which remains
open, handles vehicle registrations it does not handle licensing. The Toms River office is the only office which performs that task in Ocean County. An office in the Manahawkin section of Stafford Township, which also handles registrations, is expected to reopen on April 24. It was also closed due to a COVID-19-related issue. Customers can perform routine renewals of driver’s licenses and vehicle registrations. Those that require real ID cannot. The state MVC has information explaining how to do it at njmvc.gov
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Free Virtual Health Management Workshops
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Library, Ocean County Office of Senior Services and Meals on Wheels are accepting new registrants for free, interactive virtual health management workshops. Continuous registration is open for the sixweek “Take Control of Your Health” Zoom program for patients age 60 and up, family members and caregivers with concerns about diabetes or chronic ailments. One series is devoted exclusively to diabetes. Another concerns high blood pressure, heart or lung disease, depression, arthritis, and other chronic conditions. Each includes activities to support problem-solving, decision-making, and action planning. Chronic illness workshop enrollees can learn how to manage pain, sleeplessness, fatigue, fear, anger, and frustration, how to build a healthful diet and exercise plan, how to communicate with health providers
and family members, and how to set and reach goals. Diabetes workshop participants can learn how to lower A1C levels, monitor blood sugar and stress levels, and avoid complications. The workshops are conducted by certified peer leaders who have completed 40 hours of training in the program developed by Stanford University, coordinated by Louanne Kane MA, NCC. Each participant will receive a relaxation-oriented compact disc and an illustrated self-management guide, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions.” Funding is provided through a grant administered by the Ocean County Office of Senior Services under Title III-D of the Older Americans Act and Meals on Wheels. To learn more, email lkane534@comcast. net or visit theoceancountylibrary/events.
Grants Available For Small Businesses Impacted By COVID-19
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) announced Phase 4 of their Small Business Emergency Assistance Grant Program. The program will provide grants up to $20,000 to small- and medium- sized businesses and non-profits that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Interested business owners must pre-register from April 19 at 9 a.m. and until April 29 at 5 p.m. Businesses that do not pre-register will not be eligible for Phase 4 grants. Pre-registration is not first come, first served, but businesses are encouraged to begin the process as early as possible. Grant awards will be calculated based on
the number of full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) businesses employ. Micro-businesses with five or fewer FTEs and sole proprietorships will receive up to $10,000; businesses with six to 25 FTEs will receive up to $15,000; and businesses with 26 to 50 FTEs will receive up to$20,000. Phase 4 funding will be allocated to support the most adversely affected businesses, including restaurants, micro-businesses, and child care providers, as well as other small businesses. For more information or to pre-register, visit: business.nj.gov/covid/checkstatus-njeda-small-business-emergencyassistance-grant-program.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Welcome To McDowell’s, Can I Take Your Order? By Bob Vosseller CHERRY HILL – Have you ever had a Big Mick at McDowell’s? McDowell’s is “The Home of the Big Mick!” but chances are, you never went to that “Golden Arches” because it only existed in two feature films. Until now that is. The fictional franchise was part of the 1988 comedy “Coming to America” starring Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall and James Earl Jones and it is featured again in the recently released sequel “Coming 2 America.” Complete with plaid décor and a nod to all things Scottish, McDowell’s was owned by Cleo McDowell played by actor John Amos and one of his workers was Maurice, played by comic Louie Anderson. The parody of an actual famous franchise that currently boasts they are the home of the most “stolen fries” has been brought to life by JMC Pop Ups who provide special events in the South Jersey/Philadelphia area. The company’s chief executive officer Joe McCullough decided that McDowell’s had to exist in the real world, at least for close to two weeks so McDowell’s will pop up
and open from April 16 to April 26 at the Cherry Hill Mall. It was decorated to serve as a replica of the McDonald’s knockoff from “Coming to America” and its sequel, “Coming 2 America” released last month. The original film features Murphy playing an African prince who falls in love with Cleo McDowell’s daughter Lisa. Murphy and Hall play other comical characters in various scenes in the movie. Along with the Big Mick you can order the Louie Anderson grilled chicken sandwich. One of the dessert items is the Randy Watson Sexual Chocolate Cake Shake that includes chocolate cake in the shake along with a whipped cream topping and cherry. The dessert delight was inspired by the character Randy Watson who was also played by Murphy. Watson is a soul singer with the fictional band Sexual Chocolate. McCullough said, “our primary pop up is a sci fi version of a dine-in restaurant experience in malls where you go there, get food and go through multiple locations and there are large props and photo ops. Honestly, I’m a big fan of the movie and I used to work for McDonald’s a long time
ago and this is a parody of that. We put up a Facebook page saying McDowell’s coming soon just to see what people said and people kind of went crazy.” “That was the launch of it and how it came about. This is a closed down California Pizza Kitchen at the Cherry Hill Mall and we’re doing some photo op stuff and a small conversion of parts of the restaurant to kind of give you that feel of McDowell’s but it isn’t a full conversion,” McCullough added. McCullough said he enjoyed the recent sequel to the classic film. “I watched it the night it came out. Fortunately, or unfortunately, there is such a cult following that you’ll always have some people disappointed when you follow up something that survived with that kind of large following with fans of 30 years.” “I would have preferred there be more of McDowell’s in it but it is there and that is the important thing. Right now, this is only intended to be in Cherry Hill,” McCullough added. “The Big Mick is the original reference in the movie but we actually have the Magnum Mick to which is a larger version on
a longer roll and a kind of play on a Philadelphia cheesesteak. It has eight pieces of cheese, lettuce, pickles and special sauce. It is a beefed-up version if you will,” McCullough added with a laugh. “The Randy Watson sexual chocolate cake shake comes in a souvenir glass. It has a full piece of cake on top. It sounds like a meal unto itself,” McCullough said. “We wanted to have a fun menu and provide a fun thing for people to come out and do.” He said that the Galaxy Burger and Beyond themed pop up will be going away for the summer but returning in the fall and in Pennsylvania “where we started it. Then we’ll start to spread out from there. We are from Delaware County and that is where we launched it. We’re trying to expand a little bit.” McCullough stressed that the McDowell’s pop up is a socially distanced event to accommodate guidelines of the COVID-19 pandemic “so we create a safe environment.” McCullough said, “we’re always looking for very unique fun and we are always open to new ideas as to what might be a unique pop up.”
Calvary Chapel Living Water To Host Picnic & Dance
TOMS RIVER – A Picnic & Dance will be held on May 1 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Whispering Pines Park in Toms River. This is a free event, door prizes with your ticket at the gate. Limited tickets available. Reser ve your tickets, call
Joh n at 6 0 9 -501- 4948. Br i ng you r picnic basket and drinks (No alcohol at this event). Social distancing and masks are required. All ages invited. Music provided by Christian Sounds, DJ John Luke. Hear artists like: Danny Gokey, Zack Williams, Toby Mac,
Mandisa, Casting Crowns, Mercy Me, Jeremy Camp. D i r e c t i o n s: Fr o m W h i t i n g t a k e Pinewald-Keswick Rd.(CR 530 east) & turn left on Dover Rd. go to traffic light make a left on Davenport Rd. then turn right on Freeport Blvd. then right
on San Carlos St. then a left on Selkirk Ave straight to the park. Directions: From Toms River (Rt.37) take Mule Rd. to Davenport and turn left, go to Freeport Blvd. turn left, then turn right on San Carlos St. then left on Selkirk Ave. straight to the park.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Spring Sports Programs
LAKEWOOD – Ocean county parks have announced adult and kids spring sports programs:
Adult Disc Golf: Disc golf is played much like traditional golf, but instead of clubs and balls players use specialized flying discs much like a frisbee. This class is for people who have never played and are curious about the sport. Ocean County Park hosts a magnificent 18-hole disc golf course amongst the many trees and paths. Players must practice their skills to avoid the hazards and score as low as possible. All equipment will be provided. Location: Disc Golf Course, Ocean County Park, Lakewood Date: Thursdays, May 13 through 27 Program #143123 – 2b Time: 10 to 11 a.m. Date: Tuesdays, June 8-22 Program #143123 – 2c Time: 2 to 3 p.m. Fee: $10 Age: 16 years to adult Youth Disc Golf: Disc golf is a fun new sport similar to golf but instead of a club and a ball, we use specialized flying discs much like a frisbee. The object of the game much like golf is to throw your disc into a specially designed basket in as few attempts as possible. Ocean county park is home to a beautiful 18-hole disc golf course nestled amongst the
many trees. This class is designed to teach kids the basic skills necessary to play. All equipment will be provided. Location: Disc Golf Course, Ocean County Park, Lakewood Date: Tuesdays, May 11 through 25 Program #143332 – 2c Time: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Fee: $10 per person Age: 10 to 15 years
Footgolf For Teens: Footgolf is the ultimate combination between soccer and golf. This is a four-week program that offers a different course each week. Teens can come out to play and meet some new friends. People at all skills levels are welcome to play. They recommend you bring a drink, wear comfortable clothing as well as your choice of cleats or sneakers. You can bring your own ball or use one provided by the park. Location: Meet at the Beach Complex, Ocean County Park, Lakewood Date: Thursdays, June 3 through June 24 (rain date July 1) Program #143332 – 2d Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m. Fee: $12 Age: 12 to 16 years Link to the registration form: bit.ly/39dkvn7 Link to program guide: bit.ly/springprogramguide2021 Link to our web site: oceancountyparks.org
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 24 - apr 30 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Use your head and you can make the grade in the upcoming week. Guard against becoming too argumentative today, because if you wait patiently, someone might change his or her mind by tomorrow. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your efforts to be friendly and outgoing might meet with a small measure of mysterious disapproval. Despite this, you’re willing to be forgiving and can avoid taking things personally in the week ahead. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You are sharp enough to look for the catch in any offer or deal. Take the time you need to make a careful decision and to mind your possessions. Focus on accuracy this week. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your patience may be tested by people who seem to be at cross purposes with you as this week unfolds. Focus on making worthwhile improvements by visualizing the desired results. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the week ahead, you might be able to put the knowledge that you gather to good use. Even handling your most dreaded task can give you a sense of accomplishment and contentment. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The way you look or act can make a statement or a whisper. As the week flies by, you can talk your way out of any jam by being welcoming to all and remaining a neutral party if feuds occur.
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