The BERKELEY Times Vol. 26 - No. 46
MICROMEDIA PUBLICATIONS
JERSEYSHOREONLINE.COM
Model Airplane Club Looking For New Pilots
In This Week’s Edition
BREAKING NEWS @
jerseyshoreonline.com
Community News Page 11-12
Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Page 14
Dear Joel Page 26
Inside The Law Page 27
─Photo by Chris Lundy Rich Bombedier and other members of the Pine Barren Modelers RC Club show off one of their aircraft. By Chris Lundy Each one is just a few feet flying. BERKELEY – Hidden long and remarkably light Act ually, the weather from the bustle of Route 9 is weight. The club has been doesn’t even have to be that an open field where there’s making use of an asphalt good. Even on a windy day, no sound for miles around. runway on Johnson’s pit, the they’ll take a chance. They Until the engines fire up. property behind the Beachjust love to fly. That’s the sound some of wood Mall on Route 9. They Richard Bombedier, the the airplanes make that are also use other locations nearappropriately-named leader being f lown by the Pine by. of the group, said the field is Barren Modelers RC Club. The club has been around for insured and each of the fliers As one member, Brandon at least 50 years and has about is insured. They all have Heeren, said: some of them 90 members right now, and Federal Aviation Adminissound like a swarm of hor- they’d like to have even more. tration certification in small nets and some of them sound Any day with good weather, unmanned aerial systems. like full-sized aircraft. you’ll see at least one person (Airplane - See Page 8)
BlueClaws Celebrates 20 Years Of Family Fun
By Chris Christopher LAKEWOOD - Millions of fans can’t be wrong. In 19 regular seasons, the Lakewood BlueClaws attracted 7,711,681 fans to regular-season home games at FirstEnergy Park. Now in their fi rst year as the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, the team is a major reason Lakewood is New Jersey’s unofficial capital
of professional baseball as they are the third club to play The Grand Old Game in the town. A major backer of the birth of the BlueClaws was Robert Singer, R-30th, state senator and a member of the Lakewood Township Committee. The fi rst talk began early in 1998 when Singer was contacted by the local owners of a New
York-Penn League team based in Watertown, N.Y. The Getzler family - Stan, Phyllis and Joseph - hoped to bring the team from upstate New York to Monmouth County where the family had a home. The team wound up on Staten Island, N.Y., where it was a New York Yankees affiliate for many years. A g roup of investors
known as the American Baseball Company teamed with Singer and other Lakewood officials to place a team in Lakewood. Once upon a time, the large parcel of land at New H a m p sh i r e a nd C e d a r Bridge avenues consisted primarily of sand, scrub oak and scrub pine. In less than one year, the land (BlueClaws - See Page 20)
May 1, 2021
Senior Communities Want Protection From COVID Lawsuits
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – While the governor has slowly opened up parts of the state to gatherings, senior clubhouses remain closed, much to the ire of people living there. There’s a safety factor, sure. The communities need staff to make sure that all the facilities are clean. And who is going to police the use of masks? But there’s a different legal aspect as well, that of civil lawsuits. Insurance companies don’t protect senior communities from issues stemming from the spread of disease, said Councilman Michael Signorile, who is also the president of the Senior Coalition of Berkeley Township. The staff and management can do everything right and if someone gets sick they can still sue, he said. Not only can they sue the homeowners association, but they can sue the individual officers. Senior officers want to make sure that they are protected from lawsuits while they are acting in good faith. At the most recent Township Council meeting, they voted unanimously in support of a new bill that would provide immunity to senior development associations (Senior - See Page 6)
Three EMTs Take The Plunge For A Good Cause
By Bob Vosseller BAYVILLE – Spring may be in the air but there is still enough chill for an act of charity by three close friends who are also emergency medical technicians. The trio have been friends for over two decades and they are raising money for Special Olympics New Jersey by participating in the Polar Bear Plunge. T he event held earlier this month was conducted virtually at the Bayville Fire Company, instead of Seaside Heights, due to the pandemic. Brian P. Smith of Folcroft, Pennsylvania, Brian Gunnigle of Bayville and Ron Parry of Toms River are ready to take the plunge again. To celebrate their 20 years of friendship and service in EMS, “The Ice Slayers” as they call themselves, will be doing the Polar Bear Plunge in their EMS uniforms. In lieu of the ocean this year, the Bayville (EMT - See Page 6)
TO ADVERTISE, CALL 732-657-7344 EXT. 206
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 2, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
FOOT & HEEL PAIN CENTER
DR. SCOTT A. AMOSS, DPM PODIATRIST/SURGEON • CERTIFIED WOUND SPECIALIST
NEW PATIENTS & EMERGENCIES WELCOME!
• LASER NEUROPATHY TREATMENTS
• DIABETIC FOOT CARE, DIABETIC SHOES & SOCKS • HEEL PAIN & BONE SPURS • WOUND CARE • DIGITAL X-RAYS • FOOT & ANKLE INJURIES • BUNIONS & HAMMERTOES • SKIN CONDITIONS & CANCERS • INGROWN & FUNGAL NAILS • CORNS & CALLOUSES
601 Rt 37 W Suite C300
CALL NOW!
732-569-3825 (IN FRONT OF OCEAN EYE INSTITUTE)
Farm
Waw a
DR. A MOS S
Ocean Eye
COMPLIMENTARY
NEW PATIENT Skin Cancer Evaluation*
MLS Robotic Laser Evaluation*
*Ad must be presented before services rendered. Treatment & X-Ray if necessary are additional. Not applicable with insurance. Expires 5/31/21.
*Ad must be presented before services rendered. Treatment & X-Ray if necessary are additional. Not applicable with insurance. Expires 5/31/21.
NEW PATIENT OFFER
37 W
Dr.
Stat e
Rou te
Cor y
Wra ngle Bro ok
Aldi
COMPLIMENTARY
La ke hu rst Rd .
COMPLIMENTARY Foot & Ankle Examination* A $145 value. Expires 5/31/21.
*Ad must be presented before services rendered. Treatment & X-Ray if necessary are additional. Not applicable with insurance.
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 3
Page 4, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
jerseyshoreonline.com
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 5
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 6, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
DEGRAFF CREMATION SERVICES DIRECT CREMATION $1575 Arrangements Available In Your Home, Removal From Place Of Death, Alternative Container, Wood #ODZ, Transfer To Crematory L :
DG L F H U A, L
732-657-7868
WWW.DEGRAFFFUNERALHOME.COM
S T. DG NJ L N
Additional Costs: Crematory Fee, Urns, Disposition Of Cremains & Certified Copies Of Death Certificates, Permit, Removal Assist. & Mileage, Viewings Or Memorial Services
Senior:
Continued From Page 1 relating to COVID-19. The Senate bill is S-3584. The Assembly bill is A-4979. They have to pass both houses in order to become law. The vote represented the council showing that they wanted it to pass. “There’s been a big push from the senior communities,” Mayor Carmen Amato said. “There’s apprehension – and rightfully so – about re-opening.” The mayor recently sent a letter to Gov. Phil Murphy, Senate President Stephen Sweeney, and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin. It said, in part, “The health and welfare of our senior population depends on their ability to socialize and interact with peers. Our seniors have been shut in so long that it is having devastating
EMT:
Continued From Page 1
NOW CLOSED Reopening in May!
Visit our Lanoka Harbor location in the meantime. BRAND NEW: Lobby & Building ADDING: Side-by-Side Drive Thru Kiosk Ordering
Stay tuned for
GRAND OPENING CEREMONY!
Fire Company has graciously agreed to hose the group down with water from the fi re trucks. Smith who is a former Toms River resident said, “we’ve all been friends and EMTs for a long time. We worked together at Alert Ambulance, which is now part of Hackensack Meridian EMS in 2000 out in Lakewood.” Parry said, “we have remained friends for the last 20 years. Brian P. Smith and Brian Gunnigle started doing the Plunge together five years ago.” He had been doing the plunge on his own with family members prior to his friends joining him for the effort. Smith is a Pennsylvania and New Jersey certified EMT, a National Registry EMS Instructor and is the Compliance and Training Coordinator for Event Medical Staffi ng Solutions in Sharon Hill, Delaware County, PA and a Communications Specialist for PennSTAR Flight the aeromedical flight program at The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Gunnigle is an EMS Supervisor for Quality Medical Transport in Whiting, as well as a member of the Bayville Fire Company. Ron Parry is an EMT with Quality Medical Transport. Parry said a “family friend’s son, Kenny, was a special Olympian power lifter. I used to go DJ for his group Friends of Special Children. One year they asked me if I would go to help raise money for SO by jumping in the ocean,” Parry said. So, I did and since then, I’ve tried to support Special Olympics as much as I could by either volunteering or by doing the plunge,” Parry added. Ron will also
effects on their mental health and well-being. Berkeley Township has one of the highest senior populations in the state and I hear from them every day. Not being able to go to their club houses to interact with others, and enjoy the pools and other amenities which their Senior Planned Real Estate Development Association provides has been life changing. The anticipation that they might have to go into another summer with these facilities unavailable to them is truly heart breaking. “The officers of all ten of the (senior communities) in Berkeley Township have told me that they do not feel they can open their facilities due to the threat of litigation should someone assert that they contracted COVID-19 while in their clubhouse or at their pool. This proposed legislation rightfully gives immunity to (senior community associations) provided they act in good faith.” be doing the plunge with his wife Hilf and son Zak and daughter Ana. “They think it’s cool to help and want to make it a family thing.” “Not only is this cause very dear to my heart for my own familial connection, but it’s so important especially in the middle of the current pandemic to ensure that these athletes continue to get the funding they need to keep their programs active, now more than ever. Helping these amazing athletes has every bit of the same rewarding feeling as saving a life and it’s important that they’re not forgotten. This pandemic affects them too,” Smith added. Gunnigle said, “Brandon is a Special Olympics athlete with Central Regional High School and on the Challenger League. The Special Olympics program gives kids and young adults a place to excel and play sports with a team, it builds character and confidence.” “The program gave Brandon the confidence to try out for the Central Regional High School Bowling Team. I am proud to say he made the team. Brandon is getting better with every competition,” he added. Gunnigle said that “Brandon is also registered for the Special Olympics bowling for this year. Last year he was on his way to States before the pandemic hit and shut everything down.” Smith said he once again had a great t i me despite t he cha nge i n for mat. “Things went well! I raised over $800 which is a record for me, but sadly I didn’t hit my goal of $1,000.” Donations can still be made. The link to Ice Slayer fundraising page is give. classy.org / Pen nSTA R Flight, classy. org/fundraiser/3103976 and classy.org/ fundraiser/3098547
Upcoming Vaccine Clinic Announced In Berkeley
By Alyssa Riccardi BAYVILLE – Are you over 18 and need your COVID-19 vaccine? Mayor Carmen Amato announced that the township, in conjunction with Walmart Pharmacy, have arranged a Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
clinic on May 5 at the Bayville Fire House, 645 Atlantic City Boulevard. Must be 18 years or older to schedule an appointment. To schedule an appointment, call 732-244-7400 ext. 1202 or email vaccine @twp.berkeley.nj.us.
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 7
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE ‘Cupcake Wars’ A Treat At Intermediate South The Latest in Vision Correction Technology B. Athwal, MD • H. Athwal, MD • L. Athwal, MD N. Athwal, OD • D. McDonald, MD
Eye Physicians & Surgeons
COMPLETE EYE CARE SERVICES Routine Eye Exams • Laser Cataract Surgery • Glaucoma Premium Lens Implants • Diabetes • Dry Eye Clinic Corneal Transplants • Optical Boutique • Contact Lenses
Botox • Facial Esthetics • Lid Lifts
LASIK, PRK, Vision Correction Call for a FREE consult to discover your options
We Accept Medicare & Most Health Plans 14 Mule Road • Toms River, NJ
─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Technology combined art and with life skills in Mrs. Feliz’s class at Intermediate South. Students teamed up to design digital back-
grounds to accompany interpretive cupcakes that they were tasked with baking and decorating. It was a Cupcake Wars for the ages! Or, at least, the digital age.
732-286-0900
550 Rt. 530, Ste #19 • Whiting, NJ athwaleye.com
FREE ESTIMATES
Replacements & New Install of Heating & Air Conditioning Units
732-350-9191
BBB Rating: A+
HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING 891 Rt. 37 West • Toms River, NJ 08755
We Service & Install All Makes & Models
732-349-1448 • www.caretemp.com Central Air Conditioning • Boilers • Furnaces • Heat Pumps • Hot Water Heaters • Tankless Water Heaters Oil/Gas/Propane Conversions • Air Cleaners • Attic Fans • Dryer Vents • Humidifiers • Tune-Ups • Service Plans
FREE 2ND OPINION! √ SAME DAY SERVICE/REPLACEMENTS √ CERTIFIED & TECHNICALLY TRAINED PROFESSIONALS √ CERTIFIED, LICENSED, BONDED & INSURED √ SERVING ALL OF OCEAN & MONMOUTH COUNTIES
FREE
AIR CONDITIONING
CONTRACT
(FOR NEW CUSTOMERS) Call for details.
$500 OFF
Gas Conversion
FREE
SERVICE CALL
(with repair made while there) Not valid after 4pm on weekdays or weekend services. Coupon must be presented at time of sale. Expires May 31, 2021.
$100 OFF
Tankless Gas Hot Water System
OR
$50 OFF
Gas Hot Water Heater
Central A/C &/OR
AWARD-WINNING COMPANY
Replacement
NJ HIC #: 13VH02253000
$250 OFF
Fred Paprocky, Master HVACR Contractor Lic#: 19HC00878000
$150 OFF
Gas Boiler/Furnace
New Install of Air Conditioning or Heating System
COUPONS MUST BE PRESENT WHEN SIGNING CONTRACT and may not be used for prior services/installations. Coupons do not expire, except service call coupon.
RT Brown, NJ Electrical LIC #: 10584
*FINANCING AVAILABLE*
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 8, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
GET THE BEST CHIROPRACTIC ADJUSTMENT OF YOUR LIFE.
Airplane:
Avoid the Snap, Crackle, Pop
You don’t have to do all of that just to try it, though. You only need that if you f ly solo. They have trainer planes available. There are buddy boxes, so that you can f ly but an experienced pilot is still in control, kind of like when you learned to drive a car. The group is hosting an open house to bring in new members, he said. The one they held last year was a great success. They also do community outreach, showing local scouts how to f ly. “Anyone who wants to learn to f ly, no experience necessary, the club will teach you,” Bombedier said.
Our practice now offers a unique, breakthrough approach to patient care called Koren Specific Technique (KST). There is no twisting, turning, “cracking” or “popping” of joints with KST; instead, you receive gentle, specific corrections to your spine and structural system. Most adjustments or corrections are done either standing or sitting. Find out why people suffering from sciatica, migraine, colitis, chronic pain, thoracic hump, poor posture, disc problems, depression, dyslexia, sleeping difficulties, autism and many other conditions rave about KST.
VIP CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Mark Lynch, DC
222 Serpentine Drive, Bayville Serving Bayville & Forked River area for 28+ years Certified Massage therapy available Mon.-Sat. Most Ins. Accepted
(732) 269-BACK (2225)
Continued From Page 1
Sunday Worship Services of Holy Communion at 10 a.m. &Wednesday spoken Holy Communion at 9 a.m.
Christ Lutheran Church The Rev. Dr. J. Francis Watson, Pastor 40 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting, NJ 08759 Phone 732.350.0900 • Fax 732.350.0343 E-mail: christlutheranchurch2@verizon.net Website: christlutheranwhiting.com
Open House Info 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 Avenue then make a right onto Locker Street. 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.
Non-Profits, Vendors Wanted For Beach Ball-A-Palooza
OCEAN COUNTY – The 9th Annual Beach Ball-A-Palooza is rapidly approaching. This premier event hosted by the Ocean County Parks and Recreation Department draws a large crowd of all ages. This event will include games, sports demonstrations, music, crafts and limited boat tours. Jimmy and the Parrots, who were named best “Trop Rock” band in the country will highlight the evening.
Non-profit groups are invited, free of charge, to use this event as a fundraiser by providing various activities, food or organizational information. The county will also be accepting food and craft vendors for a small fee. This year’s event will take place on July 23. The party runs from 4 to 8:30 p.m. If you are interested in participating, contact Victoria at 732-506-5951 or email VWagner@co.ocean.nj.us.
Help Wanted – Lifeguards For Summer 2021
OCEAN COUNTY – Certified lifeguards needed for Ocean County Parks, Lakes and Beaches. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and fully certified in Advanced Lifesaving, First Aid and CPR. There is a
certification reimbursement available at end of working season. To apply or for more information, contact Brianna Blank at BBlank@co.ocean.nj.us or call 732-506-9090 ext. 5956.
Send your community events to news@jerseyshoreonline.com
Laboratory Diagnostics
Wound Care Institute of Ocean County Specializing in the treatment of chronic lower extremity wounds 61 Lacey Road • Whiting
(732) 350-2424 woundcareinstituteofoceancounty.com
Now accepting new patients
Orthotic and Prosthetic Services Diabetic Shoe Program Skin Grafting Protective Devices Nutritional Support Rehabilitating Services Home Health Care
We accept most medical insurance plans, including Medicare, PPOs and POS indemnity plans
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 9
SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Kim: House Passes Small Business Assistance Bills
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1502, the Microloan Improvement Act of 2021, a bipartisan bill introduced by Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03) to help small businesses access much needed capital to help them through the coronavirus crisis. The bill passed by a bipartisan margin of 397 to 16. “We need to do everything we can to help our small businesses in this critical
time,” said Congressman Kim. “We’ve seen too many times during this crisis small businesses that have missed out because the system simply doesn’t reach them. This bill will make a big difference for small businesses across our country, and I’m proud to work with this bipartisan team to have this bill passed. I hope my colleagues in the Senate move quickly to take it up and pass it with the same bipartisan effort we showed
today.” The bill is co-sponsored by Congressman Andrew Garbarino (NY-02), Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02), and Congresswoman Marie Newman (IL-03). The Microloan Improvement Act would increase the number of nonprofit, community-based lenders eligible for the lowest interest rate on loans from the SBA and allow these lenders to offer lines of credit to small busi-
nesses, while extending the maximum repayment term for loans. This would help cut through bureaucratic red tape identified as restricting lending to small businesses looking to grow and create jobs. “This bipartisan bill is straightforward and effective: it increases the number of nonprofit, community-based lenders that can offer loans through the SBA’s microloan program,” Congressman
Burchett said. “I’m proud to be a part of this effort that will help aspiring small business owners and entrepreneurs chase down the American Dream.” In addition to H.R. 1502, the House also passed H.R. 1487, the Microloan Transparency and Accountability Act. The bipartisan bill, which was co-sponsored by Congressman Kim, would enhance microloans in rural areas and provide new reporting
to Congress to ensure that the program is best serving America’s small business owners. The Microloan Program in the SBA was created by Congress in 1991 to make funds available to community-based lenders, who in turn make loans to eligible borrowers. Many of these borrowers are underserved entrepreneurs who may not have a credit history or significant business experience.
Menendez, Booker Demand Vaccinations At Fort Dix Prison
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker today led members of the New Jersey Congressional delegation in calling on the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to prioritize the COVID-19 vaccine program at Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Fort Dix to ensure widespread vaccination among the incarcerated individuals and staff at the facility. Despite several coronavirus outbreaks within the facility that endanger employees and incarcerated individuals, as well as the surrounding community, only half of the incarcerated individuals at FCI Fort Dix have been vaccinated since the BOP vaccination program began in January.
“While the nation’s overall COVID-19 vaccine rollout has sped up significantly under President Biden’s leadership, the rollout at FCI Fort Dix has not kept pace,” the lawmakers wrote in a letter to BOP Director Michael Carvajal. “[T]he vaccination program at FCI Fort Dix has been ongoing for three months, but today barely more than half of the incarcerated population has received all of the required vaccine doses. In light of these statistics and the repeated deadly outbreaks at FCI Fort Dix, we urge you to prioritize the vaccination program at the facility.” Over the course of the pandemic, more than 65% of the facility’s incarcerated population has contracted
COVID-19 and there have been multiple outbreaks among both staff and incarcerated individuals. Aside from the BOP’s slow vaccine rollout to incarcerated individuals at FCI Fort Dix, the agency has had difficulty boosting vaccine confidence among staff. There are currently 40 active COVID-19 cases among staff at the facility, indicating a significant portion of the facility’s employees have likely declined the vaccine to date. Nationwide, approximately 51% of BOP staff have accepted the vaccine. The lawmakers encouraged the BOP Director to support efforts to increase vaccine confidence at FCI Fort Dix. “Vaccine hesitancy is certainly a complex issue. How-
ever, to protect the safety of staff, incarcerated individuals, and our communities, it is imperative that BOP moves quickly to overcome this challenge. As BOP notes on its website, staff come and go between the prison and their communities, presenting many opportunities for COVID-19 transmission to occur and cause an outbreak,” the letter continued. “We appreciate BOP’s existing efforts to improve vaccine confidence among staff in collaboration with the employee’s union, AFGE Local 2001. We urge you to continue to build on these collaborative efforts and take additional steps to encourage both your employees and the incarcerated people under your care to receive
the COVID-19 vaccine.” The lawmakers demanded answers to a series of questions into BOP’s vaccine rollout both at FCI Fort Dix and at facilities nationwide. U.S. Representatives Frank Pallone, Jr. (N.J.-06), Bill Pascrell, Jr. (N.J.-09), Donald Payne, Jr. (N.J.-10), Bonnie Watson Coleman (N.J.-12), Andy Kim (N.J.-03), Mikie Sherrill (N.J.-11) and Tom Malinowski (N.J.-07) also signed the letter. The lagging vaccine rollout at FCI Fort Dix is just the latest misstep in the BOP’s pandemic response. Last month, Sens. Menendez and Booker questioned the BOP’s failure to provide the facility with any federal money from the CARES Act to help respond
to the health crisis. In January, Sens. Menendez and Booker and Rep. Kim called for the Department of Justice (DOJ) Inspector General (IG) to investigate the BOP’s handling of the outbreaks at FCI Fort Dix. The senators then asked the FCI Fort Dix Warden for an update on the conditions at the facility and urged him to grant home confinement to eligible individuals. In November and December of last year, Sen. Menendez led members of the delegation in calling on the BOP to extend the moratorium of transfers to FCI Fort Dix, and requested their detailed plans for testing, vaccination, and implementation of home confinement.
New County Social Services Complex On Its Way
By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – The County Commissioners awarded a contract to build a new social services complex at a recent meeting. Dozens of programs will be run from that building, including SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), General Assistance, Child Support, Adult Protective Services, Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Homeless Services, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Medicaid and Statewide Respite. Currently, the Ocean County Board of Social Services works out of six buildings in an office complex located at 1027 Hooper Avenue. The county rents space for these offices, and the lease was expiring in 2022, officials said. The county is buying 10 acres, and four of these old buildings to demolish them. The contract was awarded to Epic Man-
agement, Inc., the lowest qualified bidder. The base bid was $37,196,000, including an irrigation system for $175,000, IT/data system for $450,000 and traffic control for $10,000. Additional projects increased the total bid to $39,537,000: Site Entrance Sign - $69,000, Bi-Polar Ionization System - $139,000, A/V & Security Systems - $649,000, Generator - $989,000, and Equipment Screening $495,000. The total award was approximately $7 million lower than the original construction cost estimate of $47 million. The county had expected it to run as much as $56 million if professional fees and other soft costs were included. On June 17, 2020 the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders adopted a bonding ordinance appropriating $56,800,000 for the new building of which $53,700,000 will be issued in bond and bond anticipation notes.
Epic was the lowest responsible bidder, and bids ranged as high as $53 million. “We are combining the programs located in several old buildings into a state of the art complex that, once completed, will provide substantial savings in maintenance costs,” said Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn. “Bringing all of these services under one roof will also increase efficiencies for the public we serve.” The new building will be three stories and 121,000 square feet located at the current site of the county’s Social Services Complex on Hooper Avenue. “Our saving will also include at least $3 million annually by no longer having to make lease payments on the buildings,” Quinn said. “In addition the new building will be energy efficient and the maintenance costs will be far lower.
“Part of the savings includes the reimbursement from the state and federal governments for housing the Board of Social Services along with the consolidation of the services into one building,” Quinn said. “The age and current conditions of the buildings that house the Ocean Board of Social Services programs have resulted in the need to replace the facilities,” Quinn said. “The maintenance costs continue to increase and in the long run, this new building will be far more beneficial for our citizens and our staff. The Ocean County Board of Social Services will use 50 percent of the new facility while Ocean County government departments will use 18 percent. The rest of the square footage will be for shared services including conference rooms and other common spaces. About 400 social services board workers will occupy (County - See Page 12)
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 10, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
Locals Charged In $93 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme
By Bob Vosseller NEWARK – Five people have been charged and two others have pled guilty in a $93 million health care fraud scheme. The case involves a massive durable medical equipment and genetic cancer screening kickback fraud schemes according to Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael A. Honig. She reported that Thomas Farese, 78, of Delray Beach,
Florida; Pat Truglia, 53, of Parkland, Florida; Domenic J. Gatto Jr., 46, of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida; and Nicholas Defonte, 72, and Christopher Cirri, 63, both of Toms River, are each charged by complaint with conspiracy to commit health care fraud. Two additional individuals pleaded guilty: Brian Herbstman, 46, of Jackson, pleaded guilty to a charge of conspiracy to commit
health care fraud and to violate the Anti-Kickback Statute; and Sean Hogan, 48, of Old Bridge, also pleaded guilty to a charge of conspiracy to engage in money laundering. Sentencing for both is scheduled for August 3. According to case documents and statements made in court: Each of the defendants played a role in defrauding health care benefit programs by
EXPAND YOUR LIVING SPACE! Our Professional, Courteous Staff gets the job done RIGHT & ON TIME! a r ty ! e Y n 10 rra a W
SUNROOMS
Financing Available!*
SIDING
*With approved credit. See our website for details.
SCREEN ROOMS
KITCHENS
PATIO COVERS
DECKS
Your One Stop For Remodeling SINCE 1978 RAILINGS • SIDING • DOORS • SLIDERS KITCHENS • BATHS • PATIO COVERS SUNROOMS • SCREEN ROOMS & MORE!
JEFFERS ALUMINUM 2486 Ridgeway Blvd
& REMODELING 732-657-9000
Manchester, NJ 08759 www.jeffersaluminum.com NJ Reg. No. 13VH06629600
offering, paying, soliciting, and receiving kickbacks and bribes in exchange for completed doctors’ orders for durable medical equipment (DME), namely orthotic braces: • Farese, Truglia, Gatto, and their conspirators had financial interests in multiple DME companies, which paid kickbacks to suppliers of DME orders, including Cirri, Defonte, and Truglia. In exchange for DME orders, the DME companies fraudulently billed Medicare, TRICARE, CHAMPVA, and other health care benefit programs. The defendants concealed their ownership of the DME companies by using straw owners, who were falsely reported to Medicare as the owners of the companies. • Truglia, Cirri, Defonte, and their conspirators owned and operated multiple call centers through which they obtained DME orders for beneficiaries of Medicare and other federal health care programs. The call centers paid illegal kickbacks and bribes to telemedicine companies to obtain DME orders for these beneficiaries. The telemedicine companies then paid physicians to write medically unnecessary DME orders. The orders were provided to DME supply companies owned by Farese, Truglia, Gatto, and others in exchange for bribes. The DME supply companies provided the braces to beneficiaries and fraudulently billed the health care programs. • Herbstman and his conspirators had financial interests in multiple DME companies. The DME companies paid kickbacks to suppliers in exchange for DME orders, which the DME companies fraudulently billed to Medicare, TRICARE, CHAMPVA, and other health care benefit programs. • Hogan and his conspirators agreed to launder the proceeds of the health care fraud conspiracy. From March 2018 to October 2019, Hogan and others withdrew approximately $1.16 million in ill-gotten gains. Herbstman and his conspirators had business relationships with call centers through which they obtained patient referrals for genetic cancer screening tests. Herbstman provided these patient referrals to others in exchange for kickbacks and bribes from companies that performed the tests and fraudulently billed them to health care programs. The defendants caused losses to Medicare, TRICAR E, and CHAMPVA of approximately $93 million. The charge of conspiracy to commit health care fraud is punishable by a maximum potential penalty of 10 years in prison and a fi ne of $250,000, or twice the gross profit or loss caused by the offense, whichever is greater. Charges of conspiracy to violate the federal Anti-Kickback Statute and conspiracy to commit health care fraud, to which Herbstman pleaded guilty, are punishable by a maximum potential penalty of five years in prison and a fi ne of $250,000, or twice the gross profit or loss caused by the offense, whichever is greater. The charge of conspiracy to transact in criminal proceeds, to which Hogan pleaded guilty, is punishable by a maximum potential penalty of 10 years in prison and a fi ne of $250,000 or twice the gross profit or loss caused by the offense, whichever is greater.
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 11
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Local Golf Outing Will Benefit Homeless Veterans
TOMS RIVER – Just Believe Inc., a non-profit that helps the homeless in Ocean County, will be hosting their First Annual Golf Outing Benefiting Homeless Veterans on August 9 at the Trump National Golf Club in Colts Neck. Registration and lunch will be from 11 to 12:30 p.m. Shotgun start at 1 p.m. The cocktail reception and silent auction will begin at 6 p.m. If you’re not a golfer, separate tickets can be purchased for the reception and auction. Every winter, Just Believe Inc. works with County officials to coordinate their Code Blue program. When the temperature drops below a certain point, the Code Blue program will move homeless individuals into a transitional facility. “This past winter we assisted 171 different homeless individuals, which allowed us to move 25 of them into permanent housing and an additional 49 individuals with mental health & addiction needs into a detox/ rehab mental facility and eventually into a
Township Announces Meal Distribution
BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen Amato is pleased to announce that, thanks to a partnership with Fulfill, Berkeley Township will be distributing Prepared meals every Tuesday beginning April 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. The location for distribution will be the Berkeley Recreation Center, 630 Atlantic City Blvd. Bayville. As this will be during the Farmers Market, the Township kindly asks that you enter at the Berkeley Historical Society Building. Signs will be posted. All are welcome and no registration is required.
Cruzin On The River Car Show
BERKELEY – In conjunction with Berkeley Township Recreation and Mayor Carmen Amato, the Berkeley D.A.R.E. Car Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 5 (rain date June 6) at Veterans Park located at 489 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville. There will be trophies, raffles, giveaways, DJ and food. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. ($10 donation) For more information, contact Biff at 848-221-4515 The Berkeley Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!
permanent housing situation,” Executive Director Paul Hulse said. The Golf Outing will be raising funds towards a permanent facility where the organization can help homeless veterans and all homeless year round move from being homeless into a permanent home. The new transitional facility will get homeless individuals off the streets and allow them to stay 30 to 60 days depending if a mental health or addiction needs to be treated. Then they will be transitioned into a permanent home. Anyone wishing to participate in the outing, or would like to purchase a sponsorship should contact Theresa Mondella at 732-904-0257. To learn more about Just Believe’s mission go to justbelieveinc.org.
P.O. Box 521, Lakehurst, NJ 08733 • Phone: 732-657-7344 • Fax: 732-657-7388 email: news@jerseyshoreonline.com • jerseyshoreonline.com
MANCHESTER TIMES • BERKELEY TIMES • BRICK TIMES JACKSON TIMES • HOWELL TIMES • TOMS RIVER TIMES SOUTHERN OCEAN TIMES President & Publisher Stewart Swann
Vice President/COO
Distribution Manager
Jason Allentoff
Laura Hoban
News Editor
Assistant News Editor
Sales Manager
Chris Lundy
Bob Vosseller
Lorrie Toscano
Production Manager
Graphic Artist
Layout Designer
Allison Gradzki
Adriana Starcic
Murphy Miranda
Send your news tips, copy & letters to news@jerseyshoreonline.com
Published Weekly Copyright by Micromedia Publications, Inc. All material printed in The Times’ is copyrighted by Micromedia Publications, Inc. unless otherwise noted. The reproduction of the contents, in full or in part, is prohibited, unless permission is granted by Micromedia Publications, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 12, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
County:
Continued From Page 9
Residential Dementia & Alzheimer’s Community In a Safe, Comfortable Setting Like the Home They’ve Always Known! Specialized care for the memory impaired from your home to our home Safe & comfortable care • 24-Hour supervision • Private bedrooms Safe & secure grounds • Activities 7 days a week
Fully licensed and governed under the NJ Department of Health & Senior Service.
732-290-CARE (2273) • www.alcoeurgardens.com Brick • 320 Herbertsville Rd | Toms River • 1126 Lakewood Rd
the new building. There will be 715 parking spots. “The staff of the Ocean County Board of Social Services assists hundreds of County residents every day. The programs they administer affect all parts of our populations from young families to the elderly,” Quinn said. “This new building will help accommodate
those high numbers of people accessing these services and also provide improved working conditions for the social services staff and our other departments.” The building design was done by Mott MacDonald, the site work was coordinated by French & Parrello Associates and the project will be overseen by T&M Associates. Officials said they expect to break ground in late spring and construction could be completed in 2022.
Droid Stamps Help Celebrate 50 Years Of Lucasfilm
By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY - May the Fourth Be With You when new Star Wars Droids stamps are released to celebrate science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. The stamps will be released on May 4. As technology plays a prominent role in the “Star Wars” franchise most notably with the droids. “Star Wars” droids - the beloved mechanical characters from a galaxy far, far away - are adored worldwide for their relatable, funny, quirky and sometimes emotional personalities. And they have entertained and inspired fans for more than four decades. The U.S. Postal Service will recognize the loveable machines from the “Star Wars” galaxy with 10 new character-inspired Forever stamps. These droids are a nod to the commitment of Lucasfilm and its parent company, Walt Disney, to STEM learning and the continued collaboration between the “Star Wars: Force for Change” philanthropic initiative and global pre-K-12 nonprofit organization FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). The two groups are working together to expand access to STEM learning to inspire more young people around the world, and to help them envision a brighter, more inclusive future. The talents of Greg Breeding who was the designer of the stamps and William Gicker the
art director were used to create the new stamps. A virtual dedication ceremony will be posted on the Postal Service’s Facebook and Twitter pages. You can visit usps.com/starwarsdroidsstamps for details. A pictorial postmark of the designated first-day-of-issue city, Nicasio, CA, will be available at usps.com/shopstamps. Featured in a pane of 20 stamps, and arranged in staggered, horizontal rows, the stamps vary in size and depict 10 of the more well-known droids in the “Star Wars” universe — IG-11, R2-D2, K-2SO, D-O, L3-37, BB-8, a 2-1B surgical droid, a GNK (or Gonk) power droid, C-3P0 and C1-10P, otherwise known as Chopper. Lucasfilm, the studio that created the “Star Wars” franchise, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The “Star Wars” droids-inspired stamps are being issued as Forever stamps, which will always be equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price. Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at usps.com/shopstamps, by calling 800-STAMP24 800-782-6724, by mail through USA Philatelic, or at Post Office locations nationwide. The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
LICENSED AND SERVING NJ, NY, PA & FLORIDA
THINKING OF SELLING? Do you know what your home is worth? You would be amazed!!
FREE New York & North Jersey MLS seller listing exposure brings more buyers, which brings more money for you!
HIRING PT/FT AGENTS!
Ask about our Real Estate School Scholarship Program Call Today! Direct: 848-229-1810 | Cell: 732-910-4707 US Headquarters: 30 Knightsbridge Rd., Piscataway, NJ 08854
Visit: www.HaloHomes.US
For a FREE list of Foreclosure homes, scan here with your phone
→ → →
WHAT CAUSES “SLEEP” IN YOUR EYES?
Upon awakening from a night’s sleep, we often rub our eyes to dislodge “sleep” in our eyes. This eye discharge consists of mucus, oil, skin cells, and other organic particles that accumulate in the corner of our eyes while we sleep. Because our eyes are closed and unblinking, the tears and mucus are not cleared from the eyes. Instead, they continue to accumulate in the corners of our eyes and eyelashes. This “rheum,” as it is often called, may be wet and sticky or dry and crusty in accordance with how much of the liquid in the discharge has evaporated. While it may seem unpleasant to some, it is normal. Changes in quantity or consistency, however, may signal a problem. When an eye infection is the cause of eye mucus, your eye doctor may prescribe antibiotic or antiviral eye drops and ointments. If eye allergies are making your eyes watery and irritated, over-the-counter antihistamine eye drops and decongestants may relieve symptoms. When you need the best eye care in the area, look to SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma, dry eye syndrome, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, pediatric ophthalmology, and total eye care.
MARLBORO (732) 972-1015
TOMS RIVER BRICK (732) 349-5622 (732) 477-6981 www.oceancountyeye.com
BARNEGAT (609) 698-2020
P.S. If an eye discharge is larger than usual or has changed color (usually to yellow or green), check with your ophthalmologist (especially if the discharge is accompanied by pain, light sensitivity, swelling, or blurry vision).
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 13
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Coastal Climate Initiative Announced By New Jersey Resources
By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY - New Jersey Resources (NJR) recently announced a new program – the Coastal Climate Initiative - to support the ongoing work of The Nature Conversancy in New Jersey and help advance climate change solutions, including saltwater tidal wetland restoration in the Barnegat Bay. NJR is a diversified energy company and parent company of New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), that marked Earth Day with the launch of the Coastal Climate Initiative — a program aimed at advancing climate change solutions to positively impact the communities it serves. The program kicks off with support for The Nature Conservancy in New Jersey, an environmental nonprofit with over 60 years of experience working to protect water and lands in New Jersey, and their work to restore saltwater tidal wetlands in the Barnegat Bay – part of NJNG’s service territory. Through the Coastal Climate Initiative, NJNG customers can join this effort with a simple, on-bill donation option that will directly support the salt marsh restoration and preservation efforts being led by The Nature Conservancy in New Jersey. The salt marsh islands in Barnegat Bay and along the New Jersey shore are vital ecosystems and have been identified by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection as playing a critical role in the state meeting its emissions reduction targets. “As a business headquartered at the Jersey Shore and serving its communities, combating climate change and helping advance the state’s clean energy goals are top priorities for New Jersey Resources,” Steve Westhoven, president and CEO of New Jersey Resources said. “Through our Coastal Climate Initiative, we’re teaming up with The Nature Conservancy in New Jersey to take action on climate solutions that will restore precious natural habitats in the Barnegat Bay, reduce emissions and make a real difference for our communities on the front line of climate change,” Westhoven added. The Nature Conservancy and their partners are advancing an innovative restoration technique
NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE
that holds great potential for large-scale renewal of struggling marshes in the state. Coastal marshes act as “carbon sinks”, reducing emissions by actively removing carbon from the atmosphere and safely sequestering it away in the ground. They also act as a natural barrier against climate impacts, reducing the impact of storm surge and providing a barrier to help protect people and property in the state’s coastal communities. Dr. Barbara Brummer, state director of The Nature Conservancy in New Jersey said, “the support and partnership of New Jersey Resources comes at a critical time as we look to expand our work and identify restoration needs and plans for more than 80 marsh islands throughout the Barnegat Bay. “We thank New Jersey Resources and their customers for taking action and supporting this opportunity to make a real, long-term difference combating the effects of climate change,” Dr. Brummer added. NJR achieved its goal of a 50% reduction in its New Jersey operational emissions from 2006 levels, 10 years ahead of schedule; set a new, higher target of a 60% emissions reduction by 2030. It is expected to make 50% of its more than $2.6 billion of capital expenditures across it’s businesses in sustainability investments over the next four years. NJNG has invested nearly $2 billion in its system over the last decade, building the most environmentally sound natural gas distribution system in the state, as measured by leaks per mile. Since 2009, NJNG invested nearly $220 million to help customers install energy-efficient equipment. The Coastal Climate Initiative builds on NJR’s support for The Nature Conservancy in this effort, which began with an initial $25,000 donation announced earlier this year. NJR will match each customer donation dollar for dollar up to $50,000. All donations go directly to The Nature Conservancy. NJNG customers can donate to the Coastal Climate Initiative at njng.com/climate. To learn more about NJR’s commitment to sustainability, visit NJRSustainability.com.
Trust, Respect, Compassion & Caring ♦ 3rd Generation Family Owned & Operated Since 1940 ♦ Affordable Cremations, Burials & Entombments
MAIN STREET AUTO REPAIR Serving Toms River For 30 Years
NJ State Inspection· No Lines Complete Auto Care No Waiting· Try Us!
HANDS FOR ALL A Division of HOMES FOR ALL, INC. A Not-For-Profit Affordable Housing Developer 309 Hooper Ave. • Toms River, NJ 08753 Tel: 732.286.7929 • Fax: 732.286.9698
DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE TO GET YOUR AC FIXED
732-244-1557
DOWNTOWN TOMS RIVER 305 MAIN STREET
270 Atlantic City Blvd. ♦ Bayville, NJ ♦ 732.269.3100 Anthony P. Mastapeter Owner
Marc A. Mastapeter Manager
NJ Lic. No. 3365
NJ Lic. No. 4873
www.mastapetermemorialhome.com
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 14, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH •
Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)
Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.
They Love You, But Your Hearing Loss Affects Them, Too
Murat Karatepe, M.D. FACC Board Certified in Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology & Echocardiography
Asu Rustenli, M.D. FACC
Board Certified in Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, Echocardiography, Cardiovascular CT, Vascular Medicine & Vascular Interpretation (RPVI)
Invasive & Non-Invasive Cardiology
Comprehensive Cardiac Care
Echocardiography (including Transesophageal) Cardiac Catheterizations • Cardiac Nuclear Stress Testing Holter Monitoring
MURAT KARATEPE, MD 2101 Lake Road Whiting, NJ
25 Mule Rd. Suite B2 • Toms River
732-505-9005
Hours by Appointment AFFILIATED WITH COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER
If you have hearing difficulties, you’re not experiencing them alone. Hearing loss is a family affair, which adds to the importance of addressing it early. Learn how your hearing loss may be affecting the person closest to you — and what you can do. Has your beloved asked you one, two, or a ton of times to turn the TV down? It’s not uncommon for loved ones to have to deal with louder volumes when a significant other has hearing loss. In fact, it’s one of the potential signs of hearing problems. What’s more, untreated hearing loss may mean your sweetheart has to: • Speak at higher-than-normal volumes to help you follow the discussion • Repeat themselves often, which can feel frustrating and tiring • Serve as a constant go-between to explain what others are saying Partners of those with hearing loss have also reported stress, isolation, and other challenges, according to research.* Plus, poor hearing can lead to miscommunication or the perception that the other person isn’t listening or engaged. It can all add up to a strain on the relationship. The good news? Adults treated for hearing loss report significant improvement in relationships — and so do the people who love them.**
Here are some steps you can take: • If loved ones are complaining about your TV volume, schedule a hearing exam. • Already have hearing aids? Wear them regularly and practice good maintenance. • Explore your hearing aids’ streaming capabilities, sending customized audio directly to your ears — without changing the volume for everybody else. • Speak honestly about how hearing loss affects both of you — and how you can support each other. Hearing plays a big role in relationships, so don’t wait. Schedule a consultation with our caring team today! Toms River/ Whiting call 732-818-3610 and Manahawkin call 609-978-8946. *Sage Journals | Trends in Hearing. A Data-Driven Synthesis of Research Evidence for Domains of Hearing Loss, as Reported by Adults With Hearing Loss and Their Communication Partners. http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/ abs/10.1177/2331216517734088. Accessed Nov. 9, 2020. **National Council on Aging. The Consequences of Untreated Hearing Loss in Older Persons. https://www.ncoa. org/resources/the-consequences-of-untreated-hearing-loss-in-older-adults/. Accessed Nov. 9, 2020.
His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!
EDUCATORS! Have a special event planned for your class? Let everyone know by placing a news release in this paper! Call 732-657-7344 to find out how!
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 15
H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist
NURSES, IT'S TIME
TO CA$H IN!
Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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.
(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2021 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.
WORK
200 HOURS GET
500*
$
WORK
400
HOURS BONUS PERIOD:
April 1 - June 30, 2021 *Managed Care Organizations (MCO - NJ Medicaid) Insurance Clients Only. Overtime and non-MCO hours not included.
GET
1000*
$
800-603-CARE (2273) PreferredCares.com
Page 16, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
jerseyshoreonline.com
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 17
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 18, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
Go Green: Ten Earth Day Tips You Can Use Everyday
By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – Just in time for Earth Day, New Jersey American Water is reminding their customers of the value and finite supply of water, and give tips on how to help protect water sources, reduce water usage and save money. “Earth Day is a great time to make a resolution to be more ‘green’ and to reinforce that commit-
ment with our families. By incorporating these and other simple Earth-friendly practices into our regular routines, we can each have an important impact on the environment, now and for future generations,” Matthew Csik, Director of Water Quality and Environmental Compliance said. According to a press release published by New Jersey American Water, here are their Top Ten
Tips to help protect water resources for Earth Day and every day: • Pitch the Plastic: Choose tap water over bottled water. Tap water costs less than bottled and helps protect the environment, as most plastic disposable bottles are never recycled. Use refillable stainless steel or plastic bottles if you need
6
hydration on the go. • Clean It Up: Keep trash, pet waste and yard waste out of streets and storm drains. Pet waste contains bacteria that can find its way into waterways through runoff, polluting source water and watersheds. • Drop It Off: Use pharmaceutical disposal programs to help you dispose of unneeded or expired medicines safely and not down the drain. April 24 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and many local police departments provide drop offs. The DEA offers a location finder on its website. • Water Smart: Watering your lawn uses a lot of water, so only water your lawn when it needs it. Generally, lawns only need an inch or so of water per week. Only water during the coolest parts of the day (early morning or evening) to minimize evaporation. Also, be aware of which plants don’t need to be watered every day, and group plants that have similar watering requirements together. These and more outdoor wise water tips can be found here. • Water Even Smarter: If you haven’t already, consider installing a smart controller on your system. Smart controllers automatically adjust the irrigation schedule based on weather conditions. The money you save on water will add up to help pay for the controller. • Be a Leak Detective: Find and fix leaks and breaks in hoses, sprinkler systems and household pipes. For help, download New Jersey American Water’s Leak Detection Kit. • Fill it or Forget It: Run dishwashers and clothes washers only when they are full and adjust the water level of your clothes washer so it matches your load size. Better yet, consider investing in water- and energy-efficient appliances and devices that make using less water easy and effortless. Products that have earned the EPA WaterSense label have been certified to be at least 20 percent more efficient without sacrificing performance, and EPA-certified Energy Star washing machines may use up to 35 percent less water per load. • Teach Your Children: Learning about water – where it comes from, how it is treated and delivered, and what is required to help keep it flowing – is key to understanding its value. Download and use this Education Toolkit in classrooms, at community events or even in your own home. The toolkit consists of 12 lesson plans to help teach young people about the importance of water in their lives and how to conserve it for future generations. • Watch and Learn: Check out our “Flow of H2O” three-part education video series that uses an Enviroscape® mini model of a town to explain the effect of pollution on watersheds, the drinking water treatment process, and the wastewater treatment process. These can be found on our website and YouTube channel. • Go Paperless: Sign up for Paperless Billing instead of getting your bill in the mail. You will be notified by email when your bill is available to view online, eliminating the need for a hard copy. It’s clutter-free, eco-friendly and free! Customers may enroll on My Account at www. amwater.com/myaccount. For more tips and tools to help protect the environment and use less water, visit newjerseyamwater.com and select from a list of topics in the drop-down menu under Water Information.
jerseyshoreonline.com
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Fox News Anchor Gets Vaccinated Locally
─Photo courtesy Fox News BRICK – FOX News anchor and Bay Head resident Dana Perino (seated at center wither her dog Jasper) got her second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine recently at Ocean Medical Center in Brick Township.
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 19
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 20, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
BlueClaws:
Continued From Page 1 became home to a stadium, FirstEnergy Park, that cost an estimated $22 million to build. The Urban Enterprise Zone and the investors fi nanced the stadium. The BlueClaws’ owners contributed $2 million to the ballpark’s construction, bringing their total investment to the team - after the $3.5 million purchase price and other various relocation and start-up costs - to $8 million. Ground was broken on a rainy day with the temperature in the low 40s on April 17, 2000. It took just 359 days to build the stadium. The facility was dedicated as the Lakewood Municipal Baseball Stadium. It became known as GPU Energy Park, now FirstEnergy Park. The team, which will open its regular season Tuesday, May 4, at 7:05 p.m. when it hosts the Hudson Valley Renegades, a New York Yankees farm club, in Hi-A East League action, set up shop in office space Feb. 1, 2000 on nearby Airport Road in Lakewood, site of its initial tickets promotion. The event took place on a Saturday. The fi rst person to buy a ticket was Lakewood resident Rich Furrer. He began waiting in line at around 2 p.m. on Friday with hundreds of other fans for more than 20 hours. As the temperature fell, fans kept warm with heaters and grills. The BlueClaws were named by Matt Koscielski, a 9-year-old from Wall Township’s West Belmar section. He won a ‘name the team’ contest that consisted of
local elementary schools. BlueClaws was the most popular entry so team officials went with it. Now that the team had a name, it began its marketing effort. “I think the biggest challenge was convincing the people who weren’t necessarily baseball fans that the product we were putting out was more than a baseball game,” said Mike Ryan, the team’s director of marketing from 2000-2011. “In subsequent seasons, it was easier because we had examples, but the fi rst year was a fresh slate. Luckily, we seemed to be able to use a lot of what Trenton (Thunder, then the Yankees’ Double A affiliate in the Eastern League) had done as an example. “For me, the biggest challenge was learning the concept of minor league sports and the selling factors. I was one of the few employees who did not come from a sports background. One of the reasons I was hired was my local knowledge, connections and business experience. Being an avid sports fan, minor-league teams were attractive to me to attend because of the game itself. I had been to many Buffalo Bisons (baseball), Thunder and Trenton Titans (ice hockey) games because I love sports. Learning the marketing strategies that minor-league teams use to attract non-sports specific fans was my biggest learning curve.” The BlueClaws’ fi rst slogan was Great Family Entertainment Just Got Closer to Home. “We billed the experience as family entertainment featuring baseball, not baseball featuring family entertainment,” Ryan
said. “Families were our base. We understood that in a family of four maybe only one or two of them were baseball fans so we wanted to make sure they understood there was something for each of them at the ballpark. Whether it was the inflatables, the outfield bar or the boardwalk style arcade, nobody would be bored. We tried a lot of things and stuck with what worked when it came to advertising. I was willing to listen to anyone who brought in a unique idea. Some things worked great and others not so much.” The BlueClaws played their fi rst regular-season game April 5, 2001 against the Kannapolis (N.C.) Intimidators, a Chicago White Sox farm club, It was a 5-1 loss, but it was a beginning. It took the BlueClaws five games to win their fi rst game, a 9-7 conquest of the host Greensboro (N.C.) Bats, on April 9, 2001. Lakewood’s fi rst home game, April 11, 2001, was suspended in the fourth inning because of rain after a two-hour delay. The game, a Lakewood loss, was completed the next day. Its second home game resulted in a seven-inning no-hitter thrown by Keith Bucktrot and an 11-1 win over the Hickory (N.C.) Crawdads, a Pittsburgh Pirates affiliate, on April 12, 2001. Lakewood was 28-42 in the initial half of its fi rst season of play and 32-37 in the second half. It attracted 482,206 fans to FirstEnergy Park in the team’s first season. “I can still remember our first opening day and hearing the call on the radio to open the gates,” Ryan said. “The second song the crew in the production room played was the theme from The Natural as the fans (7,512) were filing in. I literally got chills.” Reggie Griggs hit Lakewood’s fi rst home run in franchise history in 2001 in the BlueClaws’ third regular-season game. The American Baseball Company sold the team to Shore Town Baseball. The new ownership was introduced July 27, 2017 - the same day the BlueClaws welcomed
their seven-millionth fan. The BlueClaws accepted their Player Development License from the Phillies in February, becoming Philadelphia’s High-A East League affiliate. The license runs for 10 years. Shore Town Baseball has made numerous improvements, led by a Biergarten featuring live music in back of the third-base line, a miniature golf course in back of right field and boardwalk style amusements beyond the outfield wall. They were installed prior to the 2018 season. The ABC installed a berm, luxury suites, picnic areas and a 1,859-square foot video board. The latter was installed prior to the 2015 season. The BlueClaws won South Atlantic League titles in 2006, 2009 and 2010 and advanced to its championship series in 2016 and 2018. The team has put on numerous civic events, including a memorial in the wake of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the nation. FirstEnergy Park served as a staging area for area emergency crews after the attacks. Lakewood has worked closely with schools, veterans, law enforcement, firemen’s and community groups. Vendors showcase their wares on the concourse. The facility recently hosted emergency crews that worked to extinguish the March forest fire that either destroyed or damaged dozens of structures and consumed almost 200 acres. “Why has the team been so successful?” asked Ryan, repeating a reporter’s question. The answer is simple. Good people. From the front office staff in its many incarnations from 2000 before the ballpark was even built until its current day, there have always been good people from the GM’s (general manager) office to the ticket takers. The Phillies have always put good people into the dugout ... managers and coaches who are happy to interact with the community and make sure that their example encourages the players to do so. This has continued since the beginning.”
A FULL SERVICE LAW FIRM 189 Route 37 • Toms River, NJ (1/4 Mile W. of GSP) 74 Brick Blvd. • Brick, NJ (The Pavillion) 623 Lacey Rd. • Forked River, NJ
732-349-4949
Silvio M. Silvi Neil D. Honschke Ralph F. Fedele
• Personal Injury • Workers’ Compensation • Municipal Court • Wills / Living Wills / POA • Estate Probate • Estate Administration • Real Estate Closings
PROMPT & PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATION
www.sfhlaw.com
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 21
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Schools Returning To 5 Days, In Person
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Parents who want their children in school five days a week will be able to do so starting May 3. The district has been incrementally increasing the in-person component of education. Fridays were fully virtual for all students. May 3 will have the district’s schools open their doors on Fridays as well. “This decision and advancement of the #TRSafeReturn plan does not come without careful consideration and deliberation, but is also in line with our broader efforts and strategic plan toward a full return to in-person learning,” interim Superintendent Thomas Gialanella said in a message to parents. Parents who choose to keep their children in remote instruction will continue to do so. The district is still on half days in school. The district has been monitoring infection rates, and releases emails almost daily about new cases at schools. School districts throughout the state have been hit with criticism from both sides. Those who want them to re-open are concerned about the children’s academic prog-
ress and emotional wellbeing. Those who want the re-opening to go more slowly are concerned about keeping the children safe during constant unforeseen challenges that happen throughout the day. The decision to return to school is done with the health and safety of students and staff in consideration, Gialanella said. “The district has made sincere, concerted, and effective efforts to foster the safest possible learning environment for staff and students. We’ve also helped directly facilitate and/or communicate numerous opportunities for staff members to receive a COVID-19 vaccination, and we’re aware that hundreds of our staff members have, in fact, been fully vaccinated or will be by May 3,” he said. “While this latest transition won’t be without its logistical challenges, we’re convinced it’s appropriate and timely, and that it honors the wishes of the overwhelming majority of our school community, and represents another hopeful step toward the return to normalcy for which we all Yearn,” he said.
BILL’S BILL’S UPHOLSTERY UPHOLSTERY SPRING FABRIC SALE!
6 DINING ROOM SEATS: Fabric, Foam & Labor
595 (Selected Fabrics) Slipcovers Are Our Specialty!!! $
00 + TAX
Large Selection Of Fabric • Boat Upholstery Kitchen Chairs • Window Treatments • Cornices-Draperies Foam Rubber Cut to Size • FREE ESTIMATES
732-270-0622
1177 Fischer Blvd. • Toms River • 1/2 Mile Off Hooper Ave.
609-494-7880 Beach Haven Area
609-597-2676 Manahawkin Area
Shop-At-Home Service
15% OFF
SELECTED FABRICS
Wide selection of fabrics to choose from! Coupon must be presented at time of order. Exp. 5/31/21.
39 YEARS IN TOMS RIVER ... Come see our samples!
Help Wanted – Dog Park Attendant
OCEAN COUNTY – Part-time help wanted for Ocean County off-leash dog facilities. Applications now being accepted for the Lakewood, Berkeley and Little Egg Harbor facilities. Must be an Ocean County resident and be available to work
three-hour shifts. The facilities are open 8 a.m. to dusk, seven days a week. Must be flexible. To apply, contact Mark Steuer at MSteuer@co.ocean.nj.us or call 732-506-9090 ext. 5950 for an application.
WALK- I N SH OW E R S
IN AS LITTLE AS 1 DAY! Introducing Bath Planet REVEAL – laser-engraved grout patterns etched into our beautiful, lifetime-guaranteed acrylic wall surrounds and backed by the Good Housekeeping Institute. REVEAL wall systems are carefree to clean, mold-resistant and warrantied for as long as you own your home. CALL NOW to schedule your free, noobligation design consultation.
STOP BY AND VISIT OUR SHOWROOM AT: 1545 NJ-37, UNIT 6 TOMS RIVER, NJ 08755 BATHROOMPROSNJ.COM 732.285.1010
Offering beautiful baths, tub-to-shower conversions, accessiblity solutions, walk-in tubs and bath accessories.
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 22, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS
Elementary Students Learn To Garden
FOR ALL OF YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS Proudly Serving Ocean County for 25 Years
RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL
SERVICE REPAIRS | TANKLESS OPTIONS RADIANT HEAT COPPER PIPING CONSTRUCTION | RENOVATION PLUMBING | WATER LEAKS
10% OFF
(Up to $50 discount) With this ad. Limited time offer. Exp. 5-31-21.
925 Route 9 • Bayville, NJ 08721 • Nealplumbing@comcast.net Janie Neal Lic. #10746 | George Neal Lic.#7570 | Jonathon Neal Lic.#13189
732-244-6606 • WWW.NEALPLUMBING.COM
BERKELEY – Clara B. Worth Elementary School’s fourth grade garden has started! First, the students needed to do some work to get the garden beds ready for planting. They took time to weed and prepare the soil after over a year without plants!
─Photo courtesy Berkeley Schools Thank you very much to Argo’s Farm for dedicating your time and knowledge to help with the project. Argo’s brought a variety of vegetables for the students to plant and grow! The students are looking forward to seeing the “fruits of their labor!”
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 23
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Library To Stop Quarantining Books
NOW OPEN!
SILVER TIME ADULT MEDICAL DAY CARE CENTER
MEDICAID – No Out-Of-Pocket
Veterans, Long-Term Care Ins & Private Pay Welcome
FREE Hot & Nutritious Breakfast & Lunch Transportation • MD Appointments Outings • Shopping TO ARRANGE A GUEST DAY CALL: 848-224-4285
Enjoy The Silver Time Experience 600 Mule Road • Toms River, NJ 08757
BAYVILLENJONLINE.COM Your Web Resource for Bayville NJ • Community Information • Restaurant Listings • Local Businesses AND MUCH MORE... A library delivery truck makes a stop at the Brick branch. By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – The county library system announced that they will stop quarantining books and other materials, however other safety regulations will continue. The library had been quarantining materials being brought back by patrons, keeping them aside for some time so that they would be safe to handle. Based on Centers for Disease Control guidelines, this particular protocol is being stopped. The CDC reports that the
─Photo by Chris Lundy
virus is primarily transmitted through infected respiratory droplets rather than surfaces. The library system will soon have print magazines and newspapers, such as The Toms River Times, available for visitors. Cleaning and other disinfecting protocols are still in place. Library staff and patrons will continue to wear masks and practice social distancing. For more information, visit theoceancountylibrary.org.
www.BayvilleNJOnline.com » 732-929-0730
SPRING BREAK!
3%
COMMISSION TO SELL YOUR HOME!
ALL COMMISSIONS IN NEW JERSEY ARE NEGOTIABLE. PLEASE DISREGARD IF YOUR PROPERTY IS ALREADY LISTED BY A REALTOR.
CALL JIM & LEE TODAY! DIRECT: 732-930-0060 CELL: 732-232-0237 www.TheVicaGroup.com • TheVicaGroup@gmail.com
Bob Grimm Agency
1177 Fischer Blvd • Toms River, NJ 08753 James “Jim” Casaburi
Lee Casaburi
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 24, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
CLASSIFIEDS Misc.
Help Wanted
Crafters and Vendors Wanted For craft fair $20. May 8th at New Egypt Elks. Please contact Nancy 609-903-2675, cassnan-66@ yahoo.com. (7)
HIRING NOW!! Looking for outgoing, positive, and engaging teachers to join our Toms River – Route 70 Goddard Family. We are primarily hiring teachers for our elementary school aged children to foster a learning environment in which these children can continue to do their elementary school work. This would include helping them with worksheets, zooms, google classrooms etc. Some of the great perks of being a part of the Goddard Family include a benefits package, paid time off, holiday events and free food and Goddard swag. Call today to inquire about this job posting and start as early as next week! We can be reached through phone at 732-363-5530 or email at TomsRiver2NJ@GoddardSchools.com.
Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (17) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Metal. Very Good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (21) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (12)
Auto For Sale Pick Up Truck - FORD RANGER 2006. Good Shape but no reverse! Needs work. $800 or Best Offer. Brick Area Call 732-920-6066 Evenings. (20)
Laundromat Attendant For FT/PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (17) Needed Aid/Companion - Part time. Probably only a few days a month to start, for a 57 year o l d v e t e r a n , v e r y l i g h t d u t y. 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) 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) Senior Living Community Cook/Dishwashers/Maintenance Technician/Restaurant Servers/Bus Drivers/Lifeguard (Indoor Pool). 1700 Rt. 37 West ∙ Toms River, NJ 08755. Call or email for details 732-341-4825 info@Silverwoodsliving.com. (t/n) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)
Services
Garage Sale
Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19)
May 1, 2021 - Garage Sale at 1175 Bay Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Plumbing supplies (new copper pipes), fireplace mantel, antiques, (metal wagon wheels), bike, TV, snow blower, pallets of tile flooring and subway stone tile, piano, tools, iron/metal pieces, collectibles and much more. Will accept cash, checks, Venmo. (20)
LANDSCAPING - Fall Cleanups. Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609-335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000. NO JOB TOO SMALL! (52)
Advertise in the main sections of Micromedia’s weekly newspapers. Your ad will be seen by thousands. Our skilled team of account executives can work with any budget. Call 732-657-7344 ext. 206 for more information.
GENERAC Standby Generators provide backup power during utility power outages, so your home and family stay safe and comfortable. Prepare now. Free 7-year extended warranty ($695 value!). Request a free quote today! Call for additional terms and conditions. 1-833-901-0309. (t/n)
Services
CLASSIFIEDS CANNOT BE PLACED OVER THE PHONE.
Don Carnevale Painting Specializing interiors. Some exterior. Quality always. Very neat. Prompt courteous service. Reasonable-affordable. Senior-Veterans discounts. Honest-reliable. Low rates. Free estimates. References. 732899-4470 or 732-915-4075. (t/n)
1. Below, circle the heading you would like your ad to appear under:
DIRECTV - Watch your favorite live sports, news and entertainment anywhere. More top premium channels than DISH. Restrictions apply. Call IVS - 1-844-945-4510. (t/n) Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience. Call Jim 732-674-3346. (39) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs. Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. Insured. Gutters cleaned. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (16)
• Estate/Garage/Yard Sales
• Items Wanted
• For Rent
• Auto For Sale
• Help Wanted
• Real Estate
• Items For Sale
• Services
• Other
2.
Print clearly your ad as you want it to read. Include Phone # within ad below (counts as 1 word). Use separate sheet if necessary.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21*
22*
23*
24*
25*
26*
27*
28*
29*
30*
31*
32*
Two great new offers from AT&T Wireless! Ask how to get the new iPhone 11 or Next Generation Samsung Galaxy S10e ON US with AT&T's Buy one, Give One offer. While supplies last! CALL 1-877-373-0131. (t/n)
You are responsible for checking your ad the first time it runs and notifying us of any errors. If we make an error, we will correct it and rerun the ad. We will not be responsible for multiple insertions if you do not call us after the first ad run. No refunds for classified ads. Newspapers are available at our office. Please feel free to stop in and check your ad.
Life Alert. One press of a button sends help FAST, 24/7! At home and on the go. Mobile Pendant with GPS. FREE First Aid Kit (with subscription.) CALL 877707-2722 FREE Brochure. (t/n)
Calculate Price As Follows: 3. 1 week* at $29.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $
ALL American Home Health Aides Experienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in. Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605 (t/n) APlus Home Improvements - Over 30 years experience. No job too small. Give us a call. Fully licensed and insured. 908-278-1322. Senior Discounts. Now offering 10% off of any job over $1,000. (23) Cheap Painting Done Rite Free estimates. Fully insured. 38 years experience. 732-506-7787 cell 646-643-7678. (37) 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) 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)
2 weeks* at $44.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 3 weeks* at $60.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 4 weeks* at $74.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ *In order to qualify for discounts, the same ad Total = $ must run over the requested weeks.
4. Make check payable in advance to Micromedia Publications, or fill in Mastercard/Visa/American Express SORRY NO DISCOVER info below:
Credit Card#
Exp.
Cardholder Signature: Print Name:
MAIL TO: PO Box 521, Lakehurst, NJ 08733. 5. Credit Card Orders Only can be faxed to: 732-657-7388.
Or go to jerseyshoreonline.com to place your classified.
6. PHONE NUMBER
(THIS IS REQUIRED)
Deadline For Classified Ads: 12pm Monday (For that Saturday’s publication) CLASSIFIEDS CANNOT BE PLACED OVER THE PHONE. If you have any questions, please call Ali at 732-657-7344, ext. 203.
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 25
Volunteer Fire Co. To Host Beachwood Family Market Day BEACH WOOD – T he Beachwood Family Market Day, sponsored by the Beachwood Volunteer Fire Co., will be held on July 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Beachwood Vol. Fire House, 745
Beachwood Blvd. in Beachwood. Come out and support the Beachwood Volunteer Fore Company as they partner with local crafters, food vendors and far mers. T his event will allow
Beachwood families to show support for local and small businesses. Join for an exciting fun filled day everyone can enjoy! No admission fee and all are welcome.
If you would like to join the list of vendors, they have 40 vendor spaces available to offer. Email Whopson@ bvfd16.com to inquire. Spaces filling quickly!
The Berkeley Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!
BUSINESS DIRECTORY POWER WASHING
ROOF STAIN REMOVAL NO BLEACH! LOW PRESSURE WITH 2 YEAR WARRANTY! Bleach does not kill mold spores & stains will reappear quicker!
**SPECIAL SPRING PRICING** Before
After
BUDGET TILE
THE KING OF CUTS Lawn Service Weekly Cuts
GEORGE TROSKY Complete Bathroom Remodeling Ceramic Tile Installation Free Estimates • Expert Repairs Residential & Commercial Services www.budgettileco.com
Tel 732-833-8300
Lic.# 13HV01032000
Executive Enterprises of NJ, LLC
732-330-5577
Hedge Trimming • Edging • Seasonal Cleanups
FULLY INSURED
FREE ESTIMATES
FREE
Toms River, NJ FULL SERVICE » HOT WATER & SOAP
ESTIMATES
Replacements & New Install of Heating & Air Conditioning Units
Remove Dirt, Mold & Mildew Houses & Gutters • Concrete Patios Gutter Clean-Outs • Driveways • Walkways • Pavers Biodegradeable Environmentally Safe Cleaning Products
891 Rt. 37 West • Toms River, NJ 08755 HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING
SENIOR DISCOUNTS
CALL 732-608-6181 • 888-971-7070
Serving All of Ocean & Monmouth Counties
FULLY INSURED – FREE ESTIMATES
1-800-688-TEMP • www.caretemp.com
Lic# 13VH05877600
SEASONAL CLEAN-UPS Yard Clean-Ups Tree Removal & Trimming Gutter Cleaning Mulching • Odd Jobs
609-971-0242 License# 13VH02103100 Since 1928
$25 OFF
With This Ad
PLUMBING • HEATING • COOLING
CALL TODAY FOR FAST FRIENDLY SERVICE
•Service Contracts • Water Heaters • Boilers • Furnaces • Air Conditioning • Gas Conversions • Tubs/Grab Bars • Sinks/Faucets • Bath & Kitchen Remodeling • FREE ESTIMATES
Instant Financing Available
732-349-3322 • 732-892-3322 • 732-367-3322 Ronald Schultz NJ Master Plumber Lic #12170
NJ HIC Lic# 13VH01340700
www.lezgusplumbing.com
LEONARDO LGD PAINTING • Exterior Painting • Interior Painting • Power Washing • Wallpaper Removal
.com
800.603.CARE (2273) 24 HOURS A DAY • 7 DAYS A WEEK LICENSED, BONDED, INSURED
Care for Seniors, Adults & Pediatrics • Skilled Nursing (RNs, LPNs) Adult & Pediatric Ventilator Care • Home Health Aides 24-Hour Live-In Aides • Private Pay & Most Insurances Accepted PREFERREDCARES.COM FREE ESTIMATES/FULLY INSURED
• Decorative Moldings • Faux Painting FREE • Deck Staining ESTIMATES • Floor Epoxy
We Also Do Sheetrock & Spackle Repairs!
G. Murphy Tree Service, Inc. Pruning, Removal, Stump Removal Chips, Firewood, Over 30 Yrs. Experience
With This Ad. Lic. No 13VH04848400
732-300-6251
Suffering from back, neck or joint pain? WE CAN HELP! Call Today! 732.202.3000 175 Bartley Road • Jackson, NJ 08527 732-370-4700 • www.bartleyhealthcare.com
(732) 463-TREE (732) 463-(8733)
GORDON MURPHY
Bayville, New Jersey
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 26, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
Dear Joel
By Joel Markel
Hey Ma?? It’s A SCAM!! Dear Joel, My elderly mother has been receiving solicitation texts on her cell phone and I’m concerned that she is going to get scammed despite my warnings. Do you have any suggestions on how she can protect herself? Answer: Remind your mother not to respond to texts from names she doesn’t recognize, and then make sure that her contacts are frequently updated with the names of family, friends, doctors, etc. Show her how to block numbers and delete texts. Explain the importance of not sharing her cell number with strangers
or disclosing financial informat ion. A nd remind her that if the offer sounds too good to be true, it most likely is. Thanks for writing. Joel Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM.
If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566 (800603-CARE (2273). “Home health care with feeling. (“Home Health Care with Feeling”)
CELEBRATING A SPECIAL OCCASION? LET US KNOW ABOUT IT!
SEND DETAILS TO: news@jerseyshoreonline.com news@ jerseyshoreonline.com
RC R.C.SHEA S
&ASSOCIATES COUNSELLORS AT LAW
WILLS, ESTATES, POWERS OF ATTORNEY, TRUSTS, LIVING WILLS, ESTATE LITIGATION AND GUARDIANSHIPS SERIOUS LEGAL MATTERS REQUIRE SERIOUS AND EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS
KNOW YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS!
(House Calls Available By Appointment) TOMS RIVER OFFICE 244 Main St., Toms River, NJ 08753 • (732) 505-1212 BERKELEY AREA (800) 556-7432 MANCHESTER AREA (732) 408-9455 BRICK AREA (732) 451-0800 VISIT US ON OUR WEBSITE AT: WWW. RCSHEA.COM
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Ocean County Officials Oppose NJ Natural Gas Rate Increase
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners have passed a resolution opposing what they call the “preposterous” 25 percent New Jersey Natural Gas rate increase. “Ocean County is home to one of the largest senior citizen populations in the state. Many of our seniors are living on fi xed incomes and will face a financial crisis if this enormous increase is approved,” Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari said. As the liaison to both the Ocean County Department of Senior Services and the Department of Consumer Affairs, Vicari expressed how the rate hike would be a huge financial burden to senior citizens and young families alike. “Our senior citizens saw only a 1.3 percent Social Security increase in 2021 but are now expected to pay a 25 percent hike in their gas bill,” Vicari said. “I fear some of our most vulnerable residents will be left with the tragic choice of paying this increase or buying necessary food and medicine.” The resolution calls on the state Board of Public Utilities to reject the increase. “A 25 percent increase is uncalled for during normal times,” Gary Quinn, Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners said. “To ask for this large of an increase with many of our residents still facing the financial impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic is absolutely ludicrous.” According to Quinn, the resolution was forwarded to state legislators in the 9th, 10th, 12th and 30th districts as well as to Stefanie A. Brand, Director of the state
Division of Rate Counsel. On March 30, New Jersey Natural Gas had published a press release stating how they filed a petition with the BPU requesting an increase of approximately $165.7 million to its base rates. According to the press release, “Since its last base rate filing in 2019, NJNG has invested nearly $850 million in the safety, reliability and environmental benefits of its delivery system and operations. These investments are already at work benefiting customers, but are not currently reflected in rates.” This additional money will pay for infrastructure improvements, including the Southern Reliability Link transmission pipeline, New Jersey Natural Gas said. “We take our responsibility to deliver exceptional service at a reasonable rate seriously. This is achieved through a rigorous approval process with regulators,” President and CEO Steve Westhoven said. “We look forward to a successful resolution of this petition that is in the best interest of our customers and our company.” On April 18, Vicari sent a letter opposing the rate change to BPU President Joseph L. Fiordaliso. Vicari stated how the pipeline and other projects should be paid for by the utility’s profits, not by ratepayers. “Many of our residents are struggling during this ongoing crisis,” he said. “They simply cannot afford this increase.” A public hearing on the increase will most likely be scheduled by the BPU in the coming weeks before coming to a decision.
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 27
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE SUEZ Continues To Take Environmental Action During Earth Month
By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – As communities around the world celebrate Earth Month, SUEZ is taking action as climate change and other human activity impacts the environment. SUEZ is working now to conserve water and the energy necessary to deliver it to over 56,000 customers in South Jersey. “Water is essential to life, but it is also a finite resource,” Jim Mastrokalos, Director of Operations said. “We know that to combat all of the environmental challenges that are facing our world, we need to use everything at our disposal to protect and preserve natural water sources and finished, treated water that we deliver to customers every day.” SUEZ also aims to lessen greenhouse gas emissions, promoting renewable energy and optimizing energy consumption, allowing them to ensure that drinking water production is achieved with the environment in mind. At their Toms River location, all internal fluorescent lights for LEDs at each of its seven water treatment plants were replaced. What’s used now is more efficient LED light fixtures to reduce the overall electricity consumption and save approximately $8,000 annually. As a result, there is considerable
reduction in landfill and hazardous material disposal. SUEZ has improved pumping at two treatment plants over the last few years, saving between $25,000 and $35,000 annually. It is estimated that six billion gallons of drinking water are lost to leaks and water main breaks each day in the United States. SUEZ has installed five district meters at their elevated storage tanks to improve monitoring of water loss. They’ve also replaced 26,500 feet - or five miles - of water main in South Jersey in the last year, improving system resiliency, which significantly lessens the chance of water being lost due to water main breaks. Using these procedures, the company has saved approximately 75,000 gallons of water per day in Lambertville within the last six months. SUEZ is encouraging their customers to take the initiative to preserve natural resources. “As a company we recognize the critical responsibility we have to provide water services in an environmentally-conscious and sustainable manner,” Mastrokalos said. “The actions that we are taking now are designed to preserve and protect our natural resources for years to come.”
Government 0fficials... Have news that you would like the community to be involved with? Let everyone know by placing a news release in this paper! Send it to news@jerseyshoreonline.com.
R.C. Shea & Assoc.
Inside The Law How Can An OPRA Request Assist A Home Buyer?
Dina M. Vicari Esq.
By: Dina M. Vicari, Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates As we reviewed in a previous article, it is essential for a home buyer to have the proper inspections. Once those inspections are complete the inspectors will provide a comprehensive report. This report will review the findings of the inspector including narrative describing the property, which may include the type of systems in the house, the age of the systems, how they are operating, and observations of the structure and surrounding property, with the inclusion of pictures for better reference. The report will also include a listing and description of potential items of concern, defects that require immediate action, and recommendations for budgeting for future repairs. Each item will be outlined describing the defects, the plan of action to remedy the same and pictures depicting the concern. Some reports also will advise of information that the potential buyer may not have been aware of and were not disclosed by the seller. These findings are extremely important as the seller many not have been aware of those conditions that were discovered and the potential home buyer was not alerted of the condition. Once the potential home buyer is aware of the removal of septic tanks, oil tanks, construction of additions, major renovations requiring permits and/or installation of pools/decks, the home buyer should go to the municipality where the home is located and request a form to make a request pursuant to the Open Public Records Act, (OPRA). This allows the buyer to request the governmental documents that are on file to further investigate and educate themselves on the condition of the property. This will unearth
if the seller or past home owners obtained the proper permits, and/or approvals for improvements or remediation processes taken on the property. The OPRA request form is a simple document to complete and can sometimes be completed on the municipality’s website. There are sometimes fees associated with making copies of the documents. This process can assist the potential home buyer to confirm the information including the seller’s disclosure, follow up on the homes inspector’s findings, ensure there are no open permits or open zoning, construction or code violations. It is important that the buyer performs all methods of due diligence during the inspection contingency period to obtain as much information relating to the home and the property. Continue reading our follow up articles related to these important home buying tips. Future articles will review the process of obtaining contractor estimates, and the negotiation process with the seller for repairs or credits. We at R.C. Shea and Associates can help you through the process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full-service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.
Our clients’ success is our greatest reward. 732-505-1212 • RCSHEA.COM
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 28, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
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.
If you suffer from any degree of knee pain, regain control of your life by visiting Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation, a stateof-the art medical facility. Cause of Knee Pain… How does knee pain occur? Factors that might cause it include the following: • Being overweight • Getting older…normal wear and tear • Joint injury • Knee imbalances • A genetic defect in the joint cartilage • Stresses on the joints from certain activities including sports, work, and leisure activities. Over time, all of the above can eat away at the cartilage in your knee leading to damage called Osteoarthritis! What is Osteoarthritis? (OA) Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, is the most common type of arthritis. In Osteoarthritis, the surface layer of cartilage breaks down and wears away. This allows the bones under the cartilage to rub together resulting in pain, swelling, and loss of motion of the joint. Although in some people it progresses quickly, in most individuals joint damage develops gradually over years. Don’t Just Mask the Pain! Say Goodbye to Knee Pain... the Non-Surgical Way! Now is the time to take control of your life and say goodbye to knee pain the non-surgical way! Most people feel better in a matter of weeks and can begin enjoying everyday activities pain-free again. Consider These Facts Before Surgery
Under the guidance of Video Fluoroscopy (VF), Dr. Ben Meir precisely delivers the correct amount of lubricant into the exact area of knee damage.
Ron Ben-Meir, DO. Board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation, fellowship trained in Interventional Spine & Sports Medicine.
Meet the Doctor Ron Ben-Meir, DO, is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and fellowshiptrained in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine. A former Division 1 College Football player at Texas State University, his experience allows him to specialize in sports-related injuries affecting highly competitive athletes, weekend warriors, and general musculoskeletal pain. An expert in current non-surgical interventional procedures to treat joint pain, he also performs diagnostic procedures such as musculoskeletal ultrasound and electromyography to help diagnose the sources of the muscle and nerve-related pain. Dr. BenMeir’s focus is on treating patients with acute or chronic pain. All patients receive individualized treatment plans that may include physical therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, and ultrasound or fluoroscopy-guided injections.
WHAT ARE PATIENTS SAYING? “I had reached a point that I could no longer work out in the yard for more than 15 minutes. I couldn’t lift anything heavy and some days I would use a cane because my knee hurt so much. I no longer need to do that. It is progressively getting better each week. Thank you Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation for caring about my wellness!”
Who is a Candidate for This Treatment Program? Do you wake up with knee pain? Does your knee pain keep you from certain activities? Have you been told you need a knee replacement? Are you active and sometimes suffer from sore knees? Do you take medications for knee pain? Do you have difficulty going up and down stairs due to knee pain? Are you considering surgery to alleviate knee pain? Have you tried everything to get rid of knee pain with no success? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are ready to experience relief at Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation! √ Covered By Most Insurance Plans Including Medicare √ No Reported SideEffects √ Little-To-No Pain √ Immediate Relief
PATIENTS FIND RELIEF...
“When I heard about this place I immediately came in for a consultation and decided to start this treatment for my knees. I really did not think it was going to work but I had to try something after living in chronic pain. I could not walk up the stairs or walk on my feet without crying in pain. Even going to sleep was a struggle and I really thought my life as I knew it was going to be over. I truly feared becoming wheelchair bound. After 4 weeks, I feel so much better! I feel such happiness being able to walk and go up and down stairs without that chronic pain! This is a start of a new beginning for me. I am so happy to have found this place as the people are amazing and friendly. I truly feel comfortable at MPR!” - Pauline C. “I had suffered from severe knee pain for seven weeks. I went to four different specialists without any relief. When I called, I was greeted by a genuinely understanding staff, schedules were rearranged and treatment was provided immediately. THANK YOU for helping me.” - Joann F.
LICENSED MEDICARE PROVIDER
CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR KNEE EVALUATION!
732-345-1377 Shrewsbury Wall Township Freehold Howell Forked River
- Jenn B.
Dr. Ben-Meir seen here thoroughly explaining to his patient her diagnosis.
*Covered by most insurance plans including Medicare. No known side effects. Little to no pain. Immediate relief.
Se Habla Español • MonmouthPain.com
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 29
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Peer Leadership Camp Makes A Comeback This Spring
Carmona ~ Bolen Home for Funerals, LLC
FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED Since 1980 Competitively Priced to Meet All Your Funeral & Cremation Needs
Traditional Funerals • Cremations • Memorials AFFORDABLE CREMATION PACKAGES
Cremation Only Package $
1995 Includes: Removal from Hospital or
Facility within 25 miles of funeral home. All funeral home service fees, crematory fees and required cremation contain DZ01.
─Photo courtesy of Toms River Regional Schools Mental health and self care, including yoga, and open and honest communication are just some of the practices that will be taught during the district’s annual Peer Leadership Camp, which is returning this spring after a one-year hiatus. By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – Toms River Regional Schools’ Peer Leadership Camp is returning this Spring, empowering children and inspiring them to become leaders. The mission of the camp is to “encourage collaboration and empower children to be aspiring leaders. Students will learn about building a positive mindset, the necessity of self-care, the importance of role models and community leaders, and fostering empathy among all.” The Peer Leadership Camp debuted in 2018, returned in 2019, but had to be cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic. For 2021, the popular camp plans on beginning in the spring instead of summer. “The transition from summer to spring was related to the safety guidelines put in place due to the pandemic, and so that we could host the camp in person and hold the vast majority of activities outdoors,” camp ambassador and Beachwood Elementary School Supervisor James Klass said. The Peer Leadership Camp will run two ses-
sions, with each encompassing two Saturdays, and will be hosted at Beachwood. Session 1 is May 1 and 8; Session 2 is May 15 and 22. Each camp will serve about 50 to 60 elementary students. Students who are interested in the camp applied by submitting videos describing the qualities that make them good leaders. Teachers and building administration than selected students based on their video applications, social and emotional skills, attendance, and demonstration of leadership qualities. “We’re so grateful to the Grunin Foundation for the opportunity to bring this camp back, and I’m not sure we’ve ever been this excited to host it,” Elementary Curriculum Director Rachel Cicala said. “Not only do we have an extraordinary group of students who have all the qualities to become great leaders; each one of them is positively giddy there’s no ‘virtual’ prefacing the word ‘camp’ here, which is something we can all relate to. We’re all just excited to interact in safe and fulfilling ways, in-person, and foster a path for these students to become their best selves.”
www.SeasideHeightsNJOnline.com
2295
$
Includes: all of Cremation Only plus a 2-hour Memorial Visitation (during business hours) & complimentary select urn.
All funeral home service fees, crematory fees and required cremation contain DZ01.
Toms River - 732.349.1922 | Whiting - 732.350.0003
Serving All Faiths
Lawrence G. Bolen, Founder Michael J. Defonzo Jr., Manager • NJ Lic #4075
www.carmonabolenfh.com
VETERAN &
FIRST RESPONDER
DISCOUNTS OFFERED
Feed the Soul Gardening is Therapy Outdoor Checkout for Open Air Safety Open Air Shopping
We will be practicing safety for ALL! The Nursery is receiving: Quality Shrubs, Trees & Perennials Weekly. Our greenhouses are full of beautiful, flowering plants! Come enjoy the open air space!
Your Year-Round Resource for Seaside Heights ♦ Beach Cam ♦ Beach & Surf Conditions ♦ Restaurants ♦ Discount Hotel/Motel Rooms ♦ Attractions
Cremation With Memorial Package
Your Web Connection to Southern Ocean County NJ
Community Information Events • Local News www.SouthernOceanCountyOnline.com
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK • IG FARMS
Buy Direct From Your Local Grower & Save!
150 Whitesville Rd (Rt 527) • Jackson, NJ 08527 Family Run For Over 33 Years!732-364-0308 • www.iandgfarmsjackson.com
jerseyshoreonline.com
Page 30, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
FUN & GAMES
SUDOKU
C ROSSWORD P UZZLE
Across 1 Egyptian god with an ibis head 6 One who crosses the line 10 Blight-stricken tree 13 “Donnie Brasco” actress Anne 14 Flap 15 Corp. leaders 17 Lay to rest 18 With 42-Across, part of a psychologist’s battery 20 Seven-time Wimbledon winner 21 Wisconsin city on the Mississippi 22 HDTV part, for short 24 They may be civil 25 Singing stars 27 “60 Minutes” regular 31 Strong brew 34 Deadly
37 West Point team 38 Prom adornment 40 Hear about 42 See 18-Across 43 Stella __: Belgian beer 45 DŸsseldorf direction 46 Hard work 48 Bridge seats 50 __ Zee: Hudson River area 53 Divine fluid 57 Laszlo Kreizler, in a Caleb Carr novel 60 Nylons 61 Scream-evoking horror film technique ... and a hint to what’s hiding in five puzzle rows 63 Broadway orphan 64 US Open stadium namesake 65 Surrealist Paul 66 Paragon 67 It may be gross
68 Barrie pirate 69 Leaders of industry Down 1 Fried chicken choice 2 Painter __ de Toulouse-Lautrec 3 Two quartets 4 Jay Powell chairs it 5 That girl 6 Orchestra sect. 7 Not very friendly 8 “What __”: “Hohum” 9 Amazon crime series based on Michael Connelly novels 10 Satellite communications giant 11 Grazing sites 12 Soft shoes 16 That girl 19 Old PC monitors 23 Adidas rival 24 Yelp user, say 26 Brightest star in Lyra 28 River of Pisa
29 Gps. with copays 30 Ride-sharing option 31 Ballet divisions 32 Early movie mogul 33 Gaelic language 35 Take out __ 36 Island rings 39 Fox River, in TV’s “Prison Break” 41 Spot of wine? 44 Source of a homeopathic oil 47 They may be fake 49 Slangy nose 51 Chooses 52 Church song 54 Passport producer 55 Willow twig 56 Lively dances 57 “The Birth of a Nation” actress __ Naomi King 58 A deadly sin 59 “If u ask me” 62 Shoebox letters 63 “Breaking Bad” network
(c)2021 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, INC.
SOLUTIONS
SUDOKU
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Jumble:
SPOIL CLASH COMEDY INVOKE - CLOCKED IN
jerseyshoreonline.com
The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021, Page 31
Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of May 1 - May 7
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Watch your money as this week begins and put your ambitions aside. You may not have the funds to embark on a new financial adventure, but you might make a successful change later in the week. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Some obstacles that block you in the week ahead may force you to wait until you find your way around them. This can be a good thing, as the experience can make you more efficient, grounded and organized. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Some difficulties are temporary, so patience might be the lesson to learn as this week unfolds. Although intentions are good, someone could easily misinterpret your meaning, or you may not understand theirs. CANCER (June 21-July 22): If someone lets you down, look for a soft, safe landing place. In the week ahead monitor, your own behavior; show respect for the rules and toe the line, but be forgiving and kind toward others. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Loved ones may not seem as affectionate as you might hope in the first half of the week. But just because someone is unresponsive or preoccupied doesn’t mean that they don’t love or care about you. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): As the week begins, try to be above board rather than disguising your worries or ignoring problems. Be conscientious about your duties and obligations, and be protective of your health.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be more attentive on the job. In the week to come, you may ignore details or conflate instructions because you are distracted by fantasies. Pay more attention to your loved ones and friends. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may be reminded in the upcoming week that you’re just one branch among all the trees of the forest. Do your humble part as a member of the whole, but don’t begin anything new during the next few days. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may be swept away on a magic carpet ride of romance and wishful thinking as the week unfolds. The problem may be that others are serious-minded. Try to remain grounded and sensible. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may regret completing some major transaction or signing an agreement. Wait until the middle of the week to start any remodeling or major repair projects, as there should be fewer impediments to success. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If you can’t say something good about someone, say nothing at all. Praise is a more effective tool than criticism. You’ll be able to achieve your ends much easier in the second part of the week. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): As trees grow, they will provide shade and may bear fruit. But their value develops slowly over time. Anything worthy of your efforts may need more time to mature, so don’t expect quick results in the week ahead.
(c) 2021 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.
OVERNIGHT WAFFLES ARE THE PERFECT TREAT FOR MOM By America’s Test Kitchen
OVERNIGHT WAFFLES
(For 25 years, confident cooks in the know have relied on America’s Test Kitchen for rigorously tested recipes developed by professional test cooks and vetted by 60,000 at-home recipe testers. See more online at www.americastestkitchen. com/TCA.) (c) 2021 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.
Page 32, The Berkeley Times, May 1, 2021
jerseyshoreonline.com