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Howell High Names Head Football Coach

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – A former Dallas Cowboy and local star is making a comeback now as head coach of Howell High School’s football team, the Rebels.

Freehold Regional Schools Board of Education named Bill Hill as the head football coach at the end of April. Former coach Frank Edgerly had

resigned in winter of 2020 after one season, while Hill served as the defensive coordinator/running backs coach under Edgerly. Edgerly offered the position to Hill and he accepted, as he stated how he always wanted to coach at Howell.

Between 1974 through 1977, Hill was an exceptional running back and baseball player at

Local Artist Pursues 100 Paintings In “Shore Things” Project

By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – A local artist has taken on the personal challenge of creating 100 paintings in a project titled “100 Shore Things.”

Melissa Hood, an artist from Point Pleasant, launched the new project on April 1 with a goal to paint 100 Jersey Shore-themed paintings in 100 days. Hood began her project with the idea to challenge herself, then reached out to local photographers to paint their photos.

“I’ve been painting and drawing for a long time. I wanted to start a project and I knew I wanted it to be a ‘100day challenge.’ I’ve heard of other people

−Photo courtesy Melissa Hood As her 14th painting, Melissa Hood captured the Tulip Festival from Holland Ridge Farms in Cream Ridge. doing similar challenges. I thought ‘I wonder if I could do that, 100 paintings in 100 days.’”

Hood said. “Once I had that idea, I was talking to my friend who is a photographer and asked

if I could paint one of her pictures. Then she said yes, she thought it (Artist - See Page 4)

Monmouth County Prosecutor Resigns After Serving Nearly A Decade

By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – After nearly 10 years of serving his role, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher Gramiccioni is resigning from his position, effective June 1.

On April 30, Gramiccioni announced his decision in a letter to Governor Phil

Murphy. He served four years as acting county prosecutor before former Governor Chris Christie formally nominated him to a five-year term in 2016. He was confirmed by the state Senate in August of that year.

It wasn’t clear whether Murphy, a Democrat, would renominate Gramiccioni,

a Republican, with his term expiring.

“It has been one of my life’s greatest honors to serve as Prosecutor and chief law enforcement officer of this fine county for most of the past decade,” Gramiccioni wrote in his letter. “I am truly grateful to you and Governor (Prosecutor - See Page 2)

Howell. He also played in the NFL for the Dallas Cowboys.

This will be Hill’s third head coaching job, as he was the head coach at Toms River High School South for three seasons from 2008 to 2010. He also was the head coach at Asbury Park for one (Football - See Page 2)

Petition Created To Oust Vice Principal Over Transphobia

By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – A petition has gathered over 4,000 signatures, calling out a Monmouth County Vice Principal who threw beer at people while his wife yelled transphobic remarks at a south Jersey restaurant.

The petition was created by Philly Metro Activism Network urging that vice principal of Neptune Township Middle School and a Freehold resident Michael Smurro be terminated from his position.

On April 24, Smurro had thrown beer at a table for recording his wife who was complaining aloud about a trans woman using the women’s bathroom at Fred & Ethel’s Lantern Light and Tavern in Galloway Township.

In videos posted on Facebook, Smur ro’s wife Lisa was filmed saying, “A man just went into the women’s bathroom, and it’s not right. She’s a man in my bath room.” The video continues with Smurro’s wife com-

plaining to a hostess, who then leaves to get the manager. The filming ends after Smurro is recorded tossing beer on restaurant patrons.

The petition, which cu r re ntly h a s ove r 4,000 signatures, was addressed to the Neptune Township Board of Education and the New Jersey Department of Education.

“A violent, transphobic and hateful physical aggressor does not belong anywhere near NJ children. We demand that he be removed from his position IMMEDIATELY, without pay, until a full investigation of this situation is complete,” the petition reads.

According to the Associated Press, Smurro stated an apology for the way he behaved as well as apologizing to the person he threw beer at.

The Neptune Township School District released a statement discussing inclusivity within the district and ways they support all of their students, including (Petition - See Page 2)

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Continued From Page 1 LBGTQIA+ students.

For legal reasons, the school district could not comment on the personnel actions related to the video.

The district’s statement concludes with a parent sharing their personal thoughts and experiences regarding how the district is handling the situation.

“I have a transgender daughter who currently attends… and we could not be happier with the support and allyship we have gotten from the teachers and staff. With the recent bad press, I think it would be really helpful to let the community know what Neptune is already doing to support the LGBTQ students,” the parent wrote.

New Jersey law states that discrimination based on gender identity is prohib-

ited. The law allows people to use public restrooms that correspond to their gender identity.

This incident is still under investigation as Neptune Township Board of Education and the New Jersey Department of Education have not released an updated statement.

The petition can be found here: change. org/p/neptune-township-board-of-education-fire-michael-smurro.

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Continued From Page 1 Christie for the support your administrations have shown our law enforcement community.”

For almost 10 years, Gramiccioni has held his position in Monmouth County. Before he started with the MCPO in 2012, he had served as legal counsel for the U.S. Navy, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney in San Juan, Puerto Rico and Assistant United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey. He is also a member of the New Jersey, New York, Maryland and District of Columbia bars, a trustee of the 200 Club of Monmouth County and the Monmouth County Human Relations Committee.

The Monmouth County Prosecutor oversees more than 300 employees and administration, 45 local police departments and two college police departments. During his time, Gramiccioni’s agency investigated and prosecuted several high-profile cases.

Gramiccioni concluded his letter stating that he “stands at the ready to assist my successor in any transition deemed necessary.

The true testament to a fine organization is that it can function effectively through change. The Office of the Monmouth County Prosecutor is in good shape to handle these winds of change.”

Football:

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Throughout the years, Hill had previously been an assistant coach at several Shore Conference schools such as Lakewood during the mid 1990s and Asbury Park in the late 1990s.

Howell’s 2021 coaching staff will consist of many of the staff from the 2020 season, including offensive coordinator Bob Generelli, who was the former Middletown High School South and Raritan head coach.

Joining the staff will also be Hill’s son, Bill Hill Jr., and this will be the second time they will be coaching together.

In 2020, Howell ended their season at 2-4.

The team haven’t had a winning season since they went 9-2 and advanced to the NJSIAA South Group 5 semifinal in 2017.

This upcoming season, the Rebels will play alongside with Brick Township, Brick Memorial, Middletown North and Lacey in the Shore Conference Independence Division. The team will also play against sister schools Marlboro and Freehold Township for non-divisional games.

Online Pet Licensing Available

HOWELL – The Howell Township Clerk’s Office, Public Service Division, is pleased to announce that residents are now able to license their dogs and cats online. This will apply to both new registrations and renewals. Details and instructions will be provided on the Howell Township website.

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Hood said. “I’m going to make all of these paintings from not only just Jersey Shore Continued From Page 1 scenes but photos from people that live was such a good idea to paint from some- on the Jersey Shore… and that’s how the one’s photo. So, I posted in a Point Pleasant project evolved.”

Facebook group saying I’m an artist and Hood paints anything Jersey Shore-related, wanted to paint local photos.” from people surfing, beach landscapes and After reaching out to the community, Hood wildlife such as animals and insects. did not expect the response she received.

“If you can think about it being there at the Hundreds of emails flooded in within just Jersey Shore, then I’m painting it,” Hood said. a couple of days.

“A lot of it is very heavy in iconic Jersey Shore “I thought my phone was going to explode. scenes and also wildlife like shore birds.”

I got hundreds of photos sent to me a very Hood’s love for art began in high school. short amount of time of people who want- She later went to school to became a teacher ed to participate in this project with me,” and currently is an art teacher at Ocean County Vocational Technical School.

“After a couple of years of teaching art, my art students were like ‘Ms. Hood you’re really good you need to make art, not just for class.’ So, my students really inspired me and then I started up my business,” Hood said.

At this time, Hood is currently on painting number 38 out of 100. She posts each painting online on her Instagram and Facebook page. Once her “100 Shore Things” project is completed, the artwork is planned to be displayed at an Art Walk event on July 22 hosted by the Point Beach Arts Committee.

If you’d like to keep up with Hood’s project and see what photo she pains next, visit her Instagram or Facebook page at Melissa Hood Art, or visit her −Photo courtesy Melissa Hood website for more artwork at Artist Melissa Hood. melissaspaintings.com.

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Knights Of Columbus Host Annual Charity Golf Outing

JACKSON – The Jackson/Howell Knights of Columbus will be hosting their 36th Annual Charity Golf Outing on May 17 at Pine Barrens Golf Club in Jackson, 9 a.m. shotgun start.

The cost per player is $220 and the event is limited to the first 120 golfers. Your entry fee includes a hot breakfast before golf, a BBQ lunch after golf on one of New Jersey’s premier golf courses. There will be long drive and closest to the pin prizes, sports memorabilia, gift auction and other entertaining contests

throughout the event.

This year’s event is dedicated to all those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and all proceeds will benefit the following organizations: Deborah Heart & lung, Catholic Charities, Tunnels to Towers Foundation, Operation Homefront, Autism Speaks and local charities in our area.

If interested, email Steve at staz811@aol.com or visit the Council website at kofc6201.com (News & Announcements) for forms and more information.

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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Monmouth Continues To Reopen Through Springtime From The Desk Of The

Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone I hope everyone had a great Mother Day Weekend with their families.

I have been staying extremely busy and I would like to take some time to share what I have been up to around Monmouth County.

As you may be aware, April 30th was Arbor Day. To celebrate, my fellow Commissioners and I participated in Arbor Day celebrations throughout Monmouth County.

We visited numerous school districts to help plant trees donated from the county.

This year, I visited with the students of the Woodrow Wilson School in Neptune City. We bussed the students to Memorial Park in Neptune City for our Arbor Day celebration/ceremony, and we planted

swamp white oak trees at the park. The students had a great time assisting me with covering the tree with the dirt and learning about the importance of tree to us and our environment.

As the liaison to the Monmouth County Shade Tree Commission, I want to thank the staff for their hard work and dedication, without which Arbor Day would not be possible. I also want to thank them for making our county one of the most beautiful ones in the country!

I am also happy to say that we are back in person at Brookdale Community College filming our Monmouth in Focus segments.

For the May segments, I interviewed Sheriff Shaun Golden about the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office Veterans Service Council, which offers programs and services that assist and benefit our vets and is a great resource.

I also interviewed our Deputy County Administrator, Geoff Perselay about the privatization of the Reclamation Center.

This partnership with Waste Management will bring many benefits, both financial and operational, to the residents of Monmouth County. Both these segments are currently being aired on local cable channels, as well as our Facebook and YouTube channels.

On another note, I was able to visit with the Parker Family Health Center, that is one of our vaccination center partners.

The purpose of my visit was to see their operation and speak with them about their efforts to assist our residents in getting their vaccine. The clinic is very well organized, and the staff is doing a phenomenal job. I want to thank them for their hard work and dedication to assisting our residents.

Additionally, last week my fellow Commissioners and I held a press conference to discuss COVID-19 vaccine availability and other initiatives.

We were proud to announce that, starting last week, anyone who is at least 18 and lives, works or attends school in Monmouth County can go to the Brookdale Community College for a vaccination without an

appointment. At this time, the county is administering the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, which is approved for adults ages 18 and over. No one under 18 can be given the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.

Monmouth County will also be assisting our beaches and camps with vaccinating their lifeguards, beach staff and summer camp staff, who wish to be vaccinated. We will be putting together a comprehensive plan to get these workers vaccinated before the summer season begins Lastly, I would also like to remind all seniors and individuals with a disability who have appointments for vaccines can elect to be driven by the Monmouth County Division of Transportation to the vaccination site by calling them at 732-431-6480, option 1. This service is available during normal operating hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

To schedule an appointment, please visit bit.ly/3xmZelt.

As always, it is a pleasure to serve as Commissioner Director.

COVID Rules On Community Pools Need To Be Clarified Capitol Comments Senator Robert W. Singer 30th Legislative District, Serving Howell

TRENTON - With summer rapidly approaching, Senator Robert Singer asked Governor Phil Murphy to clarify how changes to executive orders on COVID-19 restrictions will apply to community swimming pools.

“As vaccination rates increase and infection rates decline, New Jerseyans are eager to get back to normal this summer and back to their local pool,” said Singer (R-30 th). “Unfortunately, there’s a lot of confusion over executive orders that have

changed, are unclear, or conflict with other orders.

With Memorial Day just weeks away, it’s imperative that Governor Murphy clarify how community swimming pools may operate. I would suggest that many of the pool restrictions put in place last summer are no longer necessary given the improving trends, vaccinations, and everything we now know about how little transmission occurs outdoors.”

To address those concerns, Singer sent the following letter to the governor: “Dear Governor Murphy, “Over the past 14 months, the people of New Jersey have suffered tremendously because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, as infection rates decline, and vaccination rates increase, it is time for us to start re-

turning to normal. Considering the recent announcement that you will be lifting some of the COVID-19 restrictions contained in the over 100 executive orders issued since last March, it is safe to say you agree to some extent.

“Currently, there is far too much confusion over the restrictions you have established, making it difficult for many to comply. As the summer months approach and people begin to emerge from their homes, it is imperative that New Jersey residents, organizations, and businesses have a clear sense of what is required of them. Of particular concern for many of my constituents, is the status of community pools in common interest communities, such as age-restricted communities, condominium developments, and others.

“While perhaps well-intended, many of the pool restrictions currently in place

are arbitrary, unclear, and not necessarily supported by science. For example, the rule that lap swimming may only be done in one direction per lane serves no apparent purpose and puts pool staff and community associations in the position of having to enforce overly burdensome and unnecessary guidelines. As we begin to emerge from the worst of this devastating pandemic, I implore you to take another look at this issue. We desperately need clear guidance and reasonable policies that are not overly restrictive.

“The people of New Jersey are to be commended for their tireless efforts throughout the pandemic to protect and care for one another. Now that their hard work is starting to pay off, please help me to ensure that this summer we can all begin to heal from the overwhelming challenges we have faced these last few months.”

United Airlines Criticized For Outsourcing While Cutting U.S. Jobs Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) called on the U.S. Treasury and United Airlines to stop United’s plan to outsource thousands of inflight catering jobs currently performed by workers based in Newark, Honolulu, Cleveland, Denver, and Houston.

In the letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, the lawmakers note that the Pay-

roll Support Program (PSP) for the airline industry was extended under the American Rescue Plan and was created to keep people employed during the pandemic, and that outsourcing jobs while paying top executives bonuses is inconsistent with congressional intent and unfair for the workers who have kept the airline industry afloat during this economic crisis.

“We believe it is inconsistent with Congress’ intent in creating the PSP program for airlines to outsource jobs while committing to bonuses for top executives once the PSP program restrictions on executive compen-

sation have expired. We respectfully ask you to require any new PSP agreement with United Airlines or any applicant require the airline to refrain from outsourcing jobs and to rescind or refrain from making any commitments to provide executive bonuses while airlines are receiving payments under the PSP,” the lawmakers wrote to Secretary Yellen.

In their letter to United Airlines, the lawmakers call for United not to outsource the over 2,500 catering jobs, explaining that Congress helped the airline industry (Government - See Page 7)

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financially survive the pandemic, and airline workers should have job security while the economy recovers and the demand for travel increases. The letter notes that United Airlines has announced millions in dollars of bonuses for top executives due after the expiration of the limits imposed by the Payroll Support Program.

“Many of the United Airlines catering workers, who are overwhelmingly people of color, have served the airline for decades.

We are also concerned that United’s plans to outsource the catering jobs will jeopardize workers’ continued union representation.

We are aware that United Airlines opposed the workers’ effort to join Unite Here in

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Instead of working towards outsourcing jobs, United should use the time afforded by the Payroll Support Program to engage in good faith negotiations with these employees and their union, who have been working without a contract for over two years and whose work has helped United survive during this challenging period,” the lawmakers wrote to United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby.

In addition to Sens. Menendez and Booker, the letter was signed by Sens. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.).

Model Airplane Club Looking For New Pilots

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Hidden from the bustle of Route 9 is an open field where there’s no sound for miles around.

Until the engines fire up.

That’s the sound some of the airplanes make that are being flown by the Pine Barren Modelers RC Club. As one member, Brandon Heeren, said: some of them sound like a swarm of hornets and some of them sound like full-sized aircraft.

Each one is just a few feet long and remarkably light weight. The club has been making use of an asphalt runway on Johnson’s pit, the property behind the Beachwood Mall on Route 9. They also use other locations nearby.

The club has been around for at least 50 years and has about 90 members right now, and they’d like to have even more. Any day with good weather, you’ll see at least one person flying.

Actually, the weather doesn’t even have to be that good. Even on a windy day, they’ll take a chance. They just love to fly.

Richard Bombedier, the appropriately-named president of the group, said the field is insured and each of the fliers is insured. They all have Federal Aviation Administration certification in small unmanned aerial systems.

You don’t have to do all of that just to try it, though. You only need that if you

fly solo. They have trainer planes available. There are buddy boxes, so that you can fly 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 fly.

“Anyone who wants to learn to fly, no experience necessary, the club will teach you,” Bombedier said.

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.

Animal Rescue Summer Camp

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Registration is now open for the Monmouth County SCPA’s Animal Rescue Camp! There are 10 spaces available on each of the four sessions; July 12 through 16, July 19 through 23, July 26 through 30 and August 2 through 6.

Wondering what your child will be doing? Here are some examples: • Learning about wildlife and what to do when you find a baby (and see real babies with us!)

• A behind-the-scenes tour of our shelter

and meeting animals.

• Ever heard a kitten’s heartbeat? You’ll learn from vet techs how they save lives every day!

• Learn about dog behavior ( just by looking at them) and go home knowing how to train your own dog simple commands!

• Learn how to build wildlife homes, bake healthy dog treats and create toys for cats and pups!

Register by visiti ng monmouth countyspca.org/animal-rescue-camp.

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2021 Patriot Pride Basketball Camp Dates Announced FREEHOLD – The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation have announced the dates for the 2021 Patriot Pride Basketball Camp.

Participants will gain a better understanding of the sport through detailed game analysis and instruction. They will develop their skills through shooting stations, three and three games and five on five games.

Boys & girls ages 8 through 13: Opatut Park Basketball Courts (Football side), July 6 through 9 (rain date: July 10) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Program fee: $165; limited to 50 participants.

Program directors: John Sciarappa – Former head coach,

FTHS Girls Varsity Basketball, 450plus varsity wins, seven-time Divisional Champions, seven-time Holiday Tourney Champions, inducted into the 2011 NJ Coaches Hall Of Fame.

John Sciarappa Jr. – Physical Education Teacher at Errickson School.

Jenna Sciarappa – Former FTHS and Jackson Girls Basketball Assistant coach.

Dave Patterson – former FTHS player and Assistant coach. Current FTHS Girls Varsity Soccer coach.

Bring lunch and water bottle. For more information call the recreation office at 732-294-2190 or register online at ftrec. com.

Fire Truck Dedication & Wetdown Fundraiser FREEHOLD – The Freehold Township Independent Fire Co. #1 (FTIFC) will be hosting a Truck Dedication & Wetdown Tower Ladder 16-1-90 fundraiser on July 24 beginning at 1 p.m. at the FTIFC #1 District Fire House, 330 Stillwells Corner Road, Freehold.

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By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – Come out and support the Howell Township First Aid & Rescue Squad #1 by joining them at their 1st Annual Golf Outing Fundraiser on May 21 at the Lakewood County Club, 145 County Club Drive.

Registration and breakfast begin at 8 a.m.

Shotgun start at 9 a.m. A BBQ at Howell First Aid will follow.

They are looking for sponsorships and also donations of items that will help offset

lawn sign! Lawn signs will be delivered to firehouse and exhibited one week before event. Supporters can then take home for display after dedication ceremony.

Limited supply of mugs will be sold at event, so order now! T-shirts/signs only available through pre-sale. Order all items before June 21: ftifc.orderpromos.com Any questions, email FTIFCevents@ gmail.com.

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Business Owner Withholds Over $500K From IRS, Sentenced To Prison

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – A Monmouth County business owner has been sentenced to one year in prison for tax evasion and failing to pay over half a million dollars to the IRS. Wilson Salas-Molina, 41, of Howell, had pleaded guilty to information charging him with one count of payroll tax evasion and one count of failure to collect, account for, and pay over payroll taxes.

Salas-Molina was the owner and operator of US Contractor Inc. (aka Wilson Contractors Inc., aka WC Contractor Inc.), a roofing business located in Monmouth County.

Instead of paying the IRS the employment taxes, Salas-Molina used checks from roofing clients to pay his employees

in cash to conceal his payment of wages from 2012 to 2018.

According to documents, he failed to report, account for, and pay over employment taxes to the IRS. This resulted in Salas-Molina not paying over $540,000 in employment taxes to the IRS. On May 6, Salas-Molina was sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison. He also was sentenced to three years of supervised release and has to pay $541,181 in restitution to the IRS. Acting U.S. Attorney Honig credited special agents of IRS - Criminal Investigation, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Michael Montanez, with the investigation leading to today’s sentencing.

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−Photo courtesy Atlantic Shore Woodturners HOWELL – The Atlantic Shore Woodturners (ASW), who have been meeting virtually during the pandemic, conduct a challenge project each month to help its members build their woodturning skills.

“We decided to make April’s monthly challenge a wig stand because it would help our members build a variety of skills. Then we would donate the wig stands to a cancer charity” ASW Monthly Project Coordinator, Doug Cummings said. “Everybody loved the idea; it would be true win-win for everyone.”

Meeting virtually even made the project more successful because ASW has gained members during the pandemic from other parts of the country who also belong to other local woodturning clubs. An ASW member in Louisiana told his local woodturning club, The Southern Bayou Woodturners, Hammond, LA about the project and his club wanted to get involved.

“During the pandemic we’ve also had shared virtual meetings with the New Jersey Woodturners, Roseland, NJ and the Hudson Valley Woodturners, Mahwah, NJ so they wanted to help too. We had a goal of making

30 wig stands and we wound up with 65,” ASW President, Kevin Seiler said.

The wig stands are also true works of art.

From use of detailed carving, colored resin, pyrography, off set turning and segmented woods the creativity of the woodturners is amazing.

Jesse Abraham, ASW Secretary, contacted the Breast Cancer Resource Center (BCRC) in Princeton, NJ, and showed its director, Melissa White-McMahon, some of the wig stands.

“Wow!” she exclaimed, “The stands are beautiful and the women who come to us for complimentary wigs would love these.”

All of the wig stands were donated to BCRC and will help support the recovery of numerous cancer patients.

The Atlantic Shore Woodturners has a diverse group of members and is currently meeting once a month virtually. When it is again safe to have in person meetings, they will meet at the Howell Community Church, and new members, regardless of woodturning experience are always welcome. More can be learned at their website, atlanticshorewood turners.com.

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Governor Moves Up Reopening Timetable

By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – Governor Phil Murphy eased up on more restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown that began in March 2020.

“I am signing an executive order today moving up the steps announced last week to May 7. We feel confident in moving it up by three days.,” the governor said.

The most recent announcement covered indoor dining which is currently limited to 50%, with no limit on the number of outdoor diners a restaurant can accommodate.

Indoor religious services are also capped to 50% of a venue’s capacity.

The announcement comes just in time for proms, graduations, weddings and other gatherings with indoor gathering totals increasing to 50 percent with a 250-maximum that originally was to start on May 10. Other events include funerals, memorial services, performances and political events as well as privately catered events. By May 19 that restriction “will be scrapped” provided certain restrictions are in place.

Outdoor gatherings will see limits jump on

May 7 from 200 to 500 which the governor hopes can soon be increased “substantially” before Memorial Day weekend.

The good news for prom attendees is that dance floors will be permitted to open at private catered events so long as masks are worn and that social distancing remains in place.

Last week the governor stated that he was not expanding restaurant capacity but he hoped to soon. That has changed. As of May 19, restaurants and bars are operating at a 50% capacity for indoor dining and there are no numeric capacity limits for outdoor dining. Tables will be able to be closer than six feet if proper safety screens are in place.

In that same time frame, bar seating will now be lifted only while properly socially distanced. There is no limit on the number of outdoor diners that a restaurant can have.

There is a 50% capacity restriction for indoor religious services of a given venue.

The next date for further expansion, May 19 will see outdoor gathering restrictions removed though retaining masks and keeping six feet of distance.

“So long as we don’t see a backslide in the metrics. I think we will hit this May 19 target date with a bullseye,” Governor Murphy said. “We have made these decisions based on public health metrics and not politics.”

He continued to urge residents to get their vaccinations. Murphy wants to see those unvaccinated to get their shots in the arm by sometime in June. “We have created a multi media campaign.”

Murphy spoke of “Operation Jersey Summer” that is “pulling out all the stops to bring all of New Jersey along with walk-in hours for the state’s mega vaccination sites.”

He noted that previously, appointment times and long lines were a discouraging factor for some and were in conflict with work hours to get vaccinations. “Walk up hours eliminate those roadblocks.”

Underserved communities will see volunteers knocking on doors regarding providing information concerning vaccinations and the need to have them. A targeted e-mail program for those who signed up for e-mail updates will also be maintained, according to the governor.

“Grateful for the Shot” is a program the governor announced that would call for those attending religious services to go directly to a vaccination site.

“Shot and Beer” is a campaign where recipients of their second shot would present their vaccination card to a participating brewery and receive a free beer.

“Your Voice Your Shot” is a video contest saying why you decided to be vaccinated covid-19.nj.gov/yourvoice Comparing the pandemic to World War II, New Jersey has been at war with the pandemic for 14 months. Operation Jersey Summer is designed “to drop the hammer, take Berlin and drop a stake into the heart of this virus,” Murphy added.

Murphy’s announcement calls for New Jersey’s reopening to be incremental. He spoke about the approach that would be taken to handle this around the state. Over 8 million doses of the vaccine have been administered throughout the Garden State and more than 30 percent of New Jersey’s population are fully vaccinated.

The rate of transmission is at 0.63 and recently hit its lowest number since the start of the coronavirus. The rate considered at uncontrolled community spread is 1.0 with every infected person spreading the virus to at least one other person.

Hole In One Scored By Two Brothers

−Photo courtesy Pete and Mike Cetinich The hole in one Cetinich brothers play a round of golf as they celebrate their hole in ones on their respective courses.

By Bob Vosseller BRICK – For years Pete and Mike Cetinich have enjoyed playing golf and they’d be the first to admit that they’ve had good days and bad on the course. The one elusive aspect of their play was the coveted hole-in-one.

That is, until recently. First Mike and then Pete pulled off the amazing feat shortly thereafter.

Pete Cetinich, 71, of Lakewood and his brother Mike Cetinich, 69, of Brick are both retired and the pandemic has slowed down their normal golf outings one bit. “We play anywhere from three to six days a week, (Brothers - See Page 13)

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Continued From Page 12 Pete said.

“I live in a complex that has a nine-hole course in Four Seasons Lakewood,” Pete added.

“I got my hole in one in Lion’s Head South where my sister lives in Brick. They have a nine-hole course there. I got my hole in one on March 23 on the first hole. There was a lot of jumping up and down and screaming because I’ve been playing golf for 50 years,” Mike said.

Mike said he had been playing golf since he was a teenager and was a caddy at a north Jersey country club. “On Mondays they let caddies play in the morning. I used my dad’s clubs and had no clue but that was how I got into golf. During my career I didn’t get to golf as much as I’d like to because I was raising a family and working. Now that I am retired like Pete, now I play just about every day.”

Six days later, Pete got his own hole in one. “Being the older brother, I thought I’d be kind and let him go first,” Pete joked.

“I didn’t give him a chance to bask in his glory. I was playing at the course here in Four Seasons. There wasn’t a lot of people on the course. I was out there alone. I was on the ninth hole and I hit the ball and couldn’t see it.

“I was looking for the ball. I was looking everywhere but the hole because I knew I wasn’t getting a hole-in-one and finally I looked in the hole and there it was. I called Mike right away and sent him some pictures,” Pete said.

Pete added, “I asked the guy at the pro shop if nobody sees it does it count? He said, ‘God saw it so it counts.’

“I on the other hand had three witnesses,” Mike said.

“They are all in the witness protection program now,” his brother interjected with a laugh.

“I actually watched mine go in and it landed on the green and the ball had to trickle to the right in order to get close to the hole and it bounced twice and rolled right in. It was a once in a lifetime happening, I was elated to say the least,” Mike added.

As to their family’s feeling about their regular golf play Pete said with a laugh, “my wife has no problem with it and she probably enjoys my being out of the

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“My wife and my kids probably feel I play too much golf but they give me a little slack because I worked for a company for over 46 years and I put a lot of time there so now that I am retired they understand,” Mike said.

Both brothers lived in Clifton for most of their lives. While Pete said his course closed down for six weeks during the pandemic, Mike said Lion’s Head was also

closed. “The pandemic put a little damper on it but they both finally reopened and we were able to play the rest of the year,” Pete said.

The Cetinich brothers have played golf all over the state and “back in 86’ Pete and I went to Scotland to play and that was a once in a lifetime thing. We played where the British Open was played. For 20 years, we go down to Myrtle Beach with as many as 12 guys and play for four or five days

and just have a lot of fun,” Mike added.

“We’ve played a lot of courses, probably at least 100,” Mike added.

“It is a crazy game but we’re brothers, we are retired and we’re having fun. My wife and I had Covid last March when the pandemic first started. It really gave me an appreciation of how short and fragile life is. We are both fine now but I am out playing golf and enjoying every day of life,” Pete said.

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By Bob Vosseller JERSEY SHORE – Seeing a giant waterspout emerging from the Barnegat Bay is just as scary as seeing an approaching tornado. Many people in Seaside Park, Toms River, Brick and other bayfront areas of the county witnessed it on May 8.

Often compared to a tornado hovering above the ocean, a waterspout is a spiraling column of mist and air. That unusual condition came about from a coastal weather front – a combination of wind, rain showers and hail.

Social media was filled with photos that showed the menacing display of force within the Barnegat Bay. People posted spectacular videos and photos.

Members of the Seaside Park Volunteer Fire Company reported via Twitter that the spout was seen between Toms River

and Seaside Heights just north of Route 37 and the Tunney-Matthis bridge.

Around 2-2:30 p.m. reports began coming in from Seaside Heights and other areas to the National Weather Service location in Mount Holly.

National Weather Service representative Brian Haines said his agency issued a special marine warning around the coastal area from the Little Egg Harbor inlet to Manasquan in Monmouth County advising boaters to seek safe harbor immediately.

Although waterspouts can capsize boats, there were no known reports of injuries or damages.

Last year, the shore area experienced two waterspouts and some additional funnel clouds were observed as thunderstorms swept through the area.

Fire Chief Hurt During Blaze Goes Home

By Chris Lundy BRICK – It was bad enough that a forest fire was intentionally set, but the fact that a firefighter had suffered a cardiac arrest during it is unforgivable.

Fortunately, the firefighter is on the mend, recovering at home.

East Dover Fire Company District Chief Brian Sauers (also a firefighter with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service) was recently released from Shore Rehabilitation Institute, a part of Ocean Medical Center. −Photo courtesy Ocean Medical Center Luckily, he make the trip home Chief Brian Sauers greets fellow first responders (Fire - See Page 19) as he is released from Ocean Medical Center.

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

4 Remarkable Medicinal Uses For Baking Soda

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Everyone has some baking soda in the house, and if not, you should get some.

Aside from baking with it, I also use it in my garbage disposal and to brighten my laundry.

Sodium bicarbonate is known more commonly as “baking soda” since it helps make dough rise by producing carbon dioxide. Today I’ll share the most common medicinal uses for baking soda, as well as a few household uses that make it the cheapest, most effective remedy in town!

Consuming excessive baking soda is toxic because it’s so high in sodium. So, if you’re taking it internally for heartburn, do not use it chronically, and do not take too much. See a doctor for proper treatment.

Now, here are the best medicinal uses I can think of using baking soda: Freshen Breath. Adding some baking soda to your mouthwash can instantly freshen breath and improve oral hygiene.

I think this is a great addition to anyone’s nightly routine and studies even show that it can help your body fight bacteria better by increasing pH in your saliva temporarily. You can make a mouthwash using baking soda, water and essential oils. I have a recipe for this posted at my website if you’d like to try it. Rinse with plain water after you do the baking soda rinse.

Itching. Get relief for itching and minor bug bites or bee stings using baking soda paste that you make at home. Make

a paste that is thick enough to apply to your skin. The amount you use doesn’t matter, just pour it into a little dish, and add enough water slowly until it is thick like a paste, and you can apply it to your itchy spots. You can even kick it up a notch medicinally by adding several drops of lavender, frankincense and/or tea tree essential oil. If your itchy skin is widespread as you might experience with a drug allergy reaction, then take a lukewarm bath and add about 2 cups to a large bathtub of water, and soak for 15 minutes.

Smelly Feet. You can make a little foot bath using 1 cup of baking soda to a small foot bath of water. I would add a cup of witch hazel to the mix as well as 10 drops of tea tree oil. Soak your feet for 5 minutes then rinse and dry off. This might help with toenail fungus too.

Heartburn or Reflux. Acid reflux is a very common problem that stems from various different root causes, including cancer, ulcers and obesity. Have a work up before using a baking soda remedy and only use this for temporarily acute conditions such as the aftereffects of eating a spicy salsa. Baking soda works by neutralizing stomach acid. Dissolve about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of baking soda in a cold glass of water. Sip it slowly until the heartburn subsides. Do not use this chronically because it may lead to metabolic alkalosis and electrolyte disturbances which impact your heart and muscles.

(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.

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Photo Of The Week

−Photo by Dawn Hoinash Following a recent storm, a beautiful rainbow formed and thousands witnessed it along the Jersey Shore. Here it is in all of its glory as seen on Long Beach Island.

Bruce Springsteen Grabs Ice Cream At Local Shop

By Alyssa Riccardi F R E E HOL D – Thunder Road or Rocky Road?

Br u c e Sp r i ngsteen was spotted supporting a local business over the weekend enjoying some ice cream f rom the popular Jersey Freeze.

L o ca l r e side nt Spencer Freedman wa s s t o p pi ng i n for a hot dog, crinkle cut fries and a shake when apparently Bruce left just few minutes before, ordering some ice cream. After Freedman grabbed his order, he noticed Bruce sitting in his car.

“He was clearly in the middle of a phone call, but we both waved and he was kind enough to roll the window down when I approached his door and posed in the photograph for me,” Freedman said. “We

−Photo courtesy Spencer Freedman actually met and shook hands about 20 years ago when I was waiting tables at the Gibson Place Grill at the Freehold Gardens Hotel. I believe he was there for a banquet ceremony for his daughters’ equestrian endeavors. I saw him walk into the bathroom with his son, and waited for him to come out and he was super kind then as well.”

Animal Shelter Hosts Online Gift Auction

BRICK – Get ready to have big fun while helping the animals! The Jersey Shore Animal Center will be hosting a virtual Spring FUR Paws Gift Auction.

Online bidding begins May 14 at 6 p.m. and ends on May 23 at 23 p.m.

View the auction at: 32auctions.com/ SpringFURpawsgiftauction.

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Are You Adequately Insured During A Ride Share?

By: Michael J. Deem, Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates

Over the last few years, Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft have become the go-to livery service rather than the common taxi driver. Many people use these companies on a daily or weekly basis. But what happens when you are involved in a collision while a passenger in a Lyft or Uber rideshare vehicle? Are you covered?

Recently, the New Jersey Legislature defined the scope of mandatory insurance coverage for the transportation network companies and their drivers (such as Uber or Lyft). While an occupant of a prearranged ride, the transportation network company and or the driver shall maintain the following insurance coverage for your benefit: (1) primary automobile liability insurance in the amount of at least $1,500,000 for death, bodily injury, and property damage; and (2) uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage in an amount of at least $1,500,000.

This insurance coverage, which is to be maintained by the transportation network company (Uber / Lyft), shall not be dependent upon your automobile insurer first denying a claim, nor shall your automobile insurance policy be required to first deny a claim. This means that the insurance provided by the Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft is primary.

However, the Transportation Network Companies are not required to provide medical coverage in the event you are injured while an occupant of the rideshare vehicle.

Moreover, because Uber and Lyft are a form a livery service, the ride share vehicle is not covered under your automobile Personal

Injury Protection (PIP) medical expense insurance coverage. Consequently, unless you have access to health insurance, you will be uninsured for your medical expenses although, if you happen to fall into the uninsured status, you are not without recourse.

An uninsured passenger may recover his/ her medical expenses from the party who caused the collision. This is a departure from the previous concept of the personal injury protection laws which prohibited recovery of medical expenses from the at-fault driver.

Finally, the Limitation on Lawsuit Option which ordinarily restricts an injured motorists’ right to sue for personal injuries, shall not be asserted by a transportation network company or a transportation network company driver in defense to any action for damages arising from a prearranged ride, nor shall it be asserted against any party not receiving personal injury protection benefits in any action for damages arising from a prearranged. This means that your personal injury lawsuit will not be burdened with the requirement that you prove that the collision caused an objectively verifiable permanent injury. Rather, any disability related to the collision will suffice, which is a much simpler burden of proof.

Ridesharing has become much easier and transparent with the advancement of technology. So it’s about time the Legislature has acted to protect the interests of the consumer by mandating insurance coverage and removing the obstacles of a lawsuit in the event of an injury while riding in a livery vehicle.

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Continued From Page 14 alone. More than 100 firefighters and other first responders greeted him as he left by wheelchair.

He didn’t go home by car, though. He was escorted in a fire truck, of course.

The fire is still under investigation.

The blaze started out as a brush fire at 5 Airport Road in Lakewood on the afternoon of March 14. It was first spotted by a New Jersey Forest Fire Service Observation Tower in Lakewood. It quickly spread

to buildings and multiple units responded.

It eventually consumed more than 167 acres and two commercial buildings, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said. It leaped across the Garden State Parkway, closing that road and several others. There were 29 homes with damage to siding, sheds, and other such accessory structures.

Firefighters battled it overnight. The fire spread through dry conditions and high winds.

Sauers suffered the cardiac arrest while responding to the fire. He was transported to Hackensack Meridian Ocean Medical

Center in Brick Township “We have located the origin of the fire and have concluded that the fire was intentionally set,” Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer had said.

“The significance of this wildland fire cannot be overstated. We have a firefighter that suffered cardiac arrest while battling this fire. Three homeless people living in the woods were saved from the advancing fire. Numerous residences and commercial properties were damaged and hundreds of people were evacuated. It is only by the grace of God that no one was

Library, Adoption Group To Hold Annual Rabies Clinic

SPRING LAKE – On May 22, the Spring Lake Library and Tails of Hope will be holding their annual free Rabies Clinic. They will also have cats and dogs for adoption.

The event will run from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Marty’s Place Animal Sanctuary will also be at the event. All dogs must be leashed and all cats must be in a carrier. No exceptions.

Social distance and masks required.

The Libary is located at 1501 3rd Ave. in Spring Lake. For more information, call 732-660-8440.

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Anyone with information concerning this fire is urged to contact Sgt. Thomas Haskell of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office at 732-929-2027, ext. 3953.”

The fire was investigated by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Squad-Arson Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office, Lakewood Township Police Department Detective Bureau, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit.

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Around The Jersey Shore New TV Show Filmed At The Jersey Shore

−Photo courtesy 10PRL Producers of Dinner Talk: Louis Gerard Politan, Paul Perrina (Asbury Films LLC), April Centrone (10PRL), with crew members in a production meeting for the upcoming pilot, Dinner Talk.

By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – The pilot episode for a brand-new upcoming drama series “Dinner Talk” will be filmed at locations throughout Long Branch and Asbury Park. Filming will take place between May 10 through May 14.

The show is a collaboration between Asbury Films, LLC, and 10PRL which is a film studio and production company located in a 6,500 sq ft. state-of-the-art film, art and event space in Long Branch.

“Dinner Talk, written and directed by Louis Gerard Politan, is a unique story about a restaurant that serves as an epicenter for a circle of people who become intertwined and lost souls seeking redemption. The story illustrates that human and life issues don’t discriminate against class, status or success and it is here where the characters and stories unfold.”

Pagono’s Uva Ristorante in Bradley Beach will serve the pilot episode’s location as well as other locations along the Jersey Shore.

Dinner Talk stars Ronnie Marmo, actor and producer, known for Adults Only (2011), For the Love of Money (2012) and

Pizza With Bullets (2010), Ariel D. King, American Crime Story (2016, playing O.J. Simpson’s daughter) and Dollface (2019) and Iliana Guibert, Law & Order, SVU (2018) Quantico (2018) and many more feature film and TV series appearances.

“All of us at 10PRL Productions are very excited to see major filmmaking happening on the Jersey Shore,” April Centrone, Founder and CEO of 10PRL Productions and Studios said. “We are New Jersey based, New Jersey proud, and you can be sure, there is much more to come.”

“I want to bring internationally recognized, world-renowned quality to the shore while remaining a family of largely NJ-bread musicians, actors and crew, and create every aspect of a film with the abundant talent we have around us on the shore,” Paul Perrina, Founder and CEO of Asbury Films LLC said.

Perrina, Centrone and local musicians from the Asbury Park area will be supervising the music of Dinner Talk.

For additional information contact 10PRL Productions 10PRL.com or call them at 732-483-6664.

Restaurant Revitalization Program Available

NEW JERSEY – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is awarding funding through the Restaurant Revitalization Program to restaurants, bars and other similar places of business that serve food or drink. The purpose of this funding is to provide support to eligible entities that suffered revenue losses related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eligible entities are businesses that are not permanently closed and include

businesses where the public or patrons assemble for the primary purpose of being served food or drink. The minimum funding amount will be $1,000; the SBA may provide funding of up to $5 million per location for Applicants who meet eligibility requirements.

For additional information and guidance, visit the following link: sba.gov/ document/support-restaurant-revitalization-funding-program-guide.

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Around The Jersey Shore Senior Cadets Appointed To Prestigious Military Service Academies

Send your pictures to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com

−Photo courtesy Freehold Regional High School District COLTS NECK – Three senior cadets in the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) Magnet Program at Colts Neck High School have received appointments to prestigious military service academies.

Grace Suhocki received an appointment to the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, and Antonio Napolitano and Marc Singer both received appointments to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Congratulations!

Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation To Host Virtual Memorial Day Ceremony NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation will host a virtual Memorial Day ceremony to honor those that lost their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. The ceremony will be broadcast live on their Facebook and YouTube pages on May 31 at 11 a.m.

The New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial (1 Memorial Ln, Holmdel, NJ 07733)

will be open to the public on Memorial Day, with health and safety measures in place.

Guests are welcome to visit the Memorial to honor the 1,563 New Jerseyans who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War. The Vietnam Era Museum remains closed, and there is currently no access to restrooms onsite.

Contact info@njvvmf.org or 732-335-0033 for any questions.

Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant

NEW JERSEY – The Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 815 Route 37 West in Toms River, will host the Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant 2021, on June 3, at 1 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom.

The Pageant is “the search for that gracious lady, 60 and over, who best exemplifies the dignity, maturity and inner beauty of all

senior Americans.”

Tickets are $15 for all seats and may be purchased in advance by calling Terry at: 908-216-8534. The price is the same at the box office, which opens at 12 p.m. on the day of the Pageant, which is rated general and can be enjoyed by the entire family. Masks must be worn to attend the event.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of May 15 - May 21

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Try not to let go of your values just to embrace change.

However, to maintain your reputation and keep your promises, you may need to act the part of a disruptor now. Stand tall and defend your boundaries in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): As the week ahead unfolds, you may feel the need to voice your opinion and hear those of others on the latest issues. The result could be that you become hooked on a broader, richer philosophy that embraces more viewpoints.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Admirers may be attracted by your charisma and your inviting appearance in the coming week. Use this special opportunity to kiss and make up or to fix even the smallest misunderstanding.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): As this week unfolds, remain sensitive to the undercurrents.

You can be kind and generous to people in need.

Learn from those who have studied a subject thoroughly and allow yourself to be creative and free of restrictions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may be filled with energizing ideas. If outside influences create challenges, you might want to act immediately to uphold the status quo. Focus on fostering forgiveness and fruitful activities in the week ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): We’re all imperfect and must accept ourselves as we are. This week may be the right time to reveal some vulnerabilities. The only way to grow truly close to someone is to share your truth, hopes and dreams.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Nail down

your income and profits. Your financial portfolio can become healthier if you focus on long-term results rather than immediate gratification. Good manners and a friendly demeanor may earn gold stars as the week unfolds.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the week ahead, you may begin to develop a plan that will motivate you to live a more creative, idealistic life. You might realize that your happiness lies in being close to people who offer you peace of mind.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the week to come, you may realize that a person’s reputation is only a reflection of his or her character. Loved ones may prove they are loyal. A shift in your work routine could give you more time to relax at home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Secrets are meant to be kept. You might want to be in on the latest news and gossip but may need special authorization to listen in on some discussions.

Be discreet and guard confidential information in the week ahead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In the upcoming week, you should be able to make more progress by cooperating than by competing. Put problems between you and a loved one to rest by being sensitive to their feelings and willing to arrive at a compromise.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you’re feeling like you aren’t doing what you’re supposed to be doing, maybe it’s time to make your ideals less abstract and give them more structure. As the week unfolds, you can immerse yourself in your beliefs and find your way forward.

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THIS SAVORY GALETTE MAKES A GREAT LUNCH OR DINNER

By America’s Test Kitchen

A galette is like a pie, except the crust is only on the bottom and the sides and it’s a totally freeform dish. No pie plate here!

A good galette has a crust that is nice and crisp. But the filling can create a problem. Most veggies are filled with water, which can make the crust wet. The solution?

We put a layer of grated Parmesan cheese on the bottom of the galette before adding the filling.

This creates a (delicious!) barrier against any excess water.

If you don’t want to make the dough yourself, feel free to use a store-bought dough. Also, it’s important to bake the galette right after assembling it. Don’t let it sit around and get soggy!

CORN, TOMATO AND BACON GALETTE Serves 6

All-purpose flour (for sprinkling on counter) 1 pie dough (make your own or use 1 round store-bought) 3 slices bacon 1 cup frozen corn, thawed and patted dry 1 cup (6 ounces) cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (2 ounces) 1 garlic clove, peeled and minced 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (1/2 ounce) 1 large egg, cracked into bowl and lightly beaten with fork 1 scallion, dark green part only, sliced thin 1. Adjust the oven rack to the lower/ middle position and heat oven to 375 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. If using homemade pie dough, sprinkle flour over a clean counter.

Place dough on floured counter and sprinkle dough with a little extra flour. Use a rolling pin to roll dough into a 12-inch circle, rotating the dough and reflouring the counter in between rolls.

(Store-bought dough is already rolled out.)

3. Gently transfer the dough to the parchment-lined baking sheet.

Cover the baking sheet loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate while making the filling.

4. Line a microwave-safe plate with two paper towels and place the bacon on top. Top with two more paper towels. Microwave until the bacon is crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the plate from the microwave. Let bacon cool.

5. In a large bowl, use a rubber spatula to stir together corn, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, garlic and salt.

6. Remove the baking sheet from the refrigerator and discard the plastic. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a 2-inch border around the edge.

Use a rubber spatula to spread the corn-tomato mixture over the Parmesan. Crumble cooked bacon over top.

7. Fold a 2 inch border of dough up and over the edge of the filling.

Continue folding, overlapping folds of dough every 2 inches, until you get all the way around the galette. Use a pastry brush to paint dough with a beaten egg.

8. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake until the dough is golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes.

Transfer to a cooling rack. Let the galette cool on baking sheet for 15 minutes. Transfer the galette to cutting board. Sprinkle scallion greens over the filling. Slice into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.

(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.

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