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−Photos By Bob Vosseller The Union Avenue “eyesore” is now gone. By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – Some said ‘good riddance.’ Others said it was past due and borough officials are happy that at long last, a structure that once served as a home on 6-8 Union Avenue is now gone. The dilapidated building that was condemned months ago, based next to the borough public parking lot across from Borough Hall was demolished on the morning of July 12. George Ford told The Manchester Times that “I lived there about a year. I was just born but my cousin and grandfather owned it. I hate to see it go but it’s an eye sore.” Ford lived there in 1962 - 1963.
“There was a murder there I believe in the early 70s,” Ford added. A quick Google search didn’t turn anything up regarding that crime, but it might take more investigating. Comments prompted by a photo posted by The Manchester Times to the social media site Lakehurst Neighborhood Watch had a solid consensus. (Demolished - See Page 4)
Manchester Resident Announces Run For Mayor’s Seat
By Bob Vosseller M A NCH EST ER – T h i ngs a re changing rapidly in the township. The community recently saw the swearing in of a new mayor, Robert Hudak, following the resignation of Kenneth Palmer. There is also a new police chief, Robert Dolan, following the
New Electricity Contract Approved
By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Some towns have had difficulty in securing better rates for electric power service to the point of rejecting bids and starting from scratch. The township recently approved a contract for service noting its current contract expires in a few months. Tow nship Mayor Robert Hudak recently announced that a new third party energy aggregation contract, approved during a special Township Council meeting on July 13, will continue
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resignation of Lisa Parker. Hudak will face a challenge to keep the mayor’s seat when he faces Robert Arace, 27, who recently announced he’d be running to fill the last year of Palmer’s term. Palmer resigned on June 25 after being appointed to serve as Superior Court judge in Ocean County. Palmer was
elected as mayor in November 2014 and won re-election in November 2018. Hudak, 44, was recently appointed by the Manchester Township Council to serve through the end of this year. Arace is a Monmouth University graduate with a bachelor’s degree in (Mayor - See Page 7)
the savings residents have come to expect on their electricity bills since the implementation of the Manchester Community Energy Aggregation Program in 2017. While Jersey Central Power & Light will continue to provide the electricity, the delivery will be by Energy Harbor LLC “at a lower cost thanks to the bulk purchasing rate accepted by the Council,” he said. “Manchester Township’s current contract with energy supplier Constellation is set to
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Budget Presented, Councilwoman Chosen
By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – The governing body recently presented its $33.7M budget to the public and chose a new member of the Township Council. Diane Lapp, the director of finances for the township, presented the budget. The municipal purposes portion is $33,774,858. She said the average homeowner would see a tax increase of $64.40. This is based on the average home which is valued at $199,300. She reviewed the spending plan’s revenue, state aid and grants. Lapp noted $23,274,876 would be raised by taxes. She also spent some time explaining the budget’s surplus account and why it looked different this year. “Surplus is generated when the actual revenues are higher than estimated and in closing out the prior year. I did a project of going back to 2013 (Budget - See Page 7)
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Continued From Page 1 expire in October, so bids for a new contract were recently solicited.” Hudak explained that in order to deem a bid acceptable, “it had to guarantee savings by offering a fixed, non-adjustable rate that is lower than JCP&L. Energy Harbor’s bid accomplishes that and proved most advantageous to our residents by offering a 24-month contract price, beginning in December 2021, of $0.08580/kwh.” The mayor noted that this represents a projected 7.1 percent average savings when compared to JCP&L’s rate over that same time period. “One of my goals as Mayor, which is shared with the Township Council, is to
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“Finally,” Kimberly Calderone Pentz said. Lillian Coulombe also had a family connection to the demolished structure. “Eyesore for sure. My parents lived there for years. I’m interested in seeing it come down.” Ford and Coulombe weren’t the only ones to call it an eyesore. “Glad to see that eyesore go,” Bruce Margeson said. Joe Morgan noted that it would be “pretty cool to see (it demolished) after all these
fi nd innovative ways to continue to save our residents money whenever possible. The Manchester Community Energy Aggregation Program has proven to be a simple and effective cost-saving measure, as our residents are automatically enrolled without any hassle. I’m proud to work alongside the Township Council and Administration to ensure its continuation,” Mayor Hudak added. He said residents could be rest assured “that there are no hidden catches to this program, with the contract design and bid specifications created to protect consumers. Additionally, the contract terms are reviewed by the state Board of Public Utilities and Rate Council.” Manchester paid no expenses to implement this program, as Gable Associates, the township’s designated energy
aggregator, did the work to solicit bids and administer the program. The expected savings residents will see on the generation portion of their electric bills is inclusive of any administrative costs. Additionally, customers may continue to contact JCP&L - just as they do now - for any questions including billing, outage reports, or other concerns. The new contract takes into consideration the many residents who live in retirement villages in the community and who rely only on electricity for their energy needs, including for heat. The program promises to provide some relief. Council Vice President Joan Brush said, “ensuring the continuation of the energy aggregation program was a top priority for the Council. In this economy, every little bit helps, especially for our senior
residents on fixed incomes. We were pleased that Energy Harbor returned a bid that will save our residents money.” The program continues to work through an “opt out” system, meaning residents are automatically enrolled unless they indicate that they do not want to participate. Mailings containing more information about the program and the opt out process are forthcoming, and residents will be able to respond if they do not wish to be enrolled. Residents with solar panels and those already enrolled in another energy program will not be included. If already on a budget billing plan, customers may remain on that plan, and those who enroll in the energy aggregation program have the option to use budget billing in the future.
years. I’m definitely going to go check it out.” Kenny Jensen added, that the event warranted a celebration. “I should bring the barbecue grill, some burgers and dogs.” “It’s about time it goes,” said Dot Winskey Leming Douglas. Some expressed that it was 20 to 30 years overdue in being raised. John Alberto of Alberto Property Management was on hand with members of the Borough’s Public Works Department and police officers who cordoned off the road
during the time of the demolition. Alberto said his uncle is the manager of the property and that a “new building will be built in its place. Some of the permits are in process. It is ongoing,” he said. The structure was a two-story apartment building. Alberto noted that as it changed ownership, it fell into disrepair and had been vacant for years. “It was finally time to get it taken down it was an unsafe building.” Borough Mayor Harry Robbins said months ago that he wanted to see the structure taken down as he feared parts of
it could collapse and injure anyone near it. Teenagers were seen running on Union Avenue sidewalk passing the building an hour prior to the start of the demolition process. A few residents stopped by to take photos and watch the bulldozer take down walls, doors and roof. There was discussion of salvaging a guardrail next to the building which might need to be in place when the new structure is built. Alberto said he was not sure what the exact plans for the new building would be and whether it would be residential or would house a business.
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Continued From Page 1 showing what our ending balances were and what the budgets were like the following year and the ending balance for each of the years,” Lapp explained. “We were pretty consistent in what we utilized in the budget to try and maintain the tax rate. Last year, we ended up using 48% out of our surplus not anticipating what calendar year 2020 was going to bring.” The answer to that, of course, was COVID-19. This hurt every town, and they haven’t been able to bring in as much revenue as expected. “We could not generate as much. We haven’t generated that small amount of surplus in five years or so,” she said. She said this year’s budget will leave $1.2 million in surplus. Lapp added that while there were some factors in play that could regenerate its surplus later this year, “State aid has not
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The Manchester Times, July 24, 2021, Page 7 changed since 2012 and as for grants this year, we don’t have that many but we will be getting some. Clean Communities (grant) will come in at around $110,000.” She said “the American Recovery or American Rescue Plan, they can’t seem to decide what they want to call it will help us. Manchester has been allocated $4.5 million for 2020 and 2021 in equal payments. It can be used for a loss in revenue. We cannot use the money to offset the tax increase.” She noted that the first payment of funds from ARP was received on July 1. The township’s budget is only one part of the tax bill that also includes taxes for the county, school district, and other entities. By state law, even though the township has no control over the spending of these entities, they must collect the taxes for them from residents. In May, the township School Board approved their spending plant which included a tax increase. The Board of Education passed a $61.8 budget for the 2021-22 school
year that included a 1.49 percent increase in the property tax levy, which is around $43 for the year for a home assessed at Manchester’s average valued home, according to the school district’s Business Administrator Craig Lorentzen. The township has a 98.41% tax collection rate, Lapp said. This means that the 98.41% of people who pay their taxes wind up paying a little bit more to make up for those who don’t. This is made worse by the fact that they also have to pay the taxes going to the other entities, such as the county and school district.
alternate member. Arace and his wife previously lived in Beachwood. He told The Manchester Times that he wanted to address bringing new ratables and amenities to the township while also keeping taxes down. He issued a press release announcing his run for office which said he hoped to maintain “the quality of life that residents enjoy.”
“With great schools, Pinelands, and close proximity to amenities in surrounding towns, Manchester boasts a unique lifestyle - one that attracted my wife and me to raise our family and care for our community,” Arace added. The candidate added that he had been observing his neighbors around the community and their needs such as trash removal
New Face On Council Michele Zolezi was appointed to the Council. She will replace the vacant spot of Councilman Robert Hudak who became mayor in late June following the resignation of Mayor Kenneth Palmer. Palmer, who first became mayor in 2015, resigned to become a New Jersey Superior Court Judge having been nominated by Governor Phil Murphy.
Zolezi has served on the Township’s planning board for 10 years and said she has served as its chair for several years. Council President Craig Wallis said that of the applicants that the council reviewed, “they were all intelligent and outstanding and most of them were multi-generational Manchester residents.” Long time Councilman Sam Fusaro nominated Zolezi which was seconded by Wallis and unanimously approved. She elected to wait to be sworn in a week later. “We have a great council here in Manchester. I know there is a lot of change going on. I am really honored and I know we will work really well together,” Zolezi said. Land Sale Finalized A land sale was also held during the Council meeting. Resident Nicholas Ortense purchased the property of 1325 Monmouth Avenue. He bought it for the minimum bid of $40,000. No one bid above that price and the sale was finalized.
and advocating for Manchester’s many senior residents. Arace noted in his release that “our senior residents have worked hard their entire lives, raised their families, and deserve to enjoy their golden years in a town that takes care of them. He vowed “to be a true public servant” and “looks forward to earning the support of the voters in Manchester.”
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Group Wants To Protect Swans From Humans
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK − A male swan that was deemed aggressive by NJ Fish & Wildlife and was slated for euthanasia has received national news coverage after dozens of Seawood Harbor residents tried to save the bird. They said it was jet skiers who were being aggressive and the swan was only protecting his family of six cygnets
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Once Alfi e recovers, he would have his fl ight feathers clipped and would be moved to an area where he could swim - but not fly - within the sanctuary, Bergmann said. Chasing jet skiers and getting aggressive when people get too close is the swan’s defense mechanism, he said. “He’s just trying to protect his family. We need to educate people how to act around wildlife. These things shouldn’t happen. It’s a shame,” Bergmann said. Asked if the swan family could be reunited at the animal sanctuary, Bergmann said he’s waiting for the dust to settle, but NJ Fish & Wildlife would not allow it. Meanwhile, the outrage over Alfie’s fate continues to grow among the residents, who have started a Facebook page that has about 350 members. “We have over 100 people who say they’ll show up if we need them, and who are on our email list,” said Seawood Harbor resident Irene Almeida, who said there is a core group of six people who are working to get “Alfie’s Law” legislation passed. Wildlife Policy Director of the Animal Protection League Susan Russell said there are several parties who are drafting legislation that will respond to “this substantial public concern over what’s happening to swans on a number of levels, including the recreational harassment, and the state-sponsored eradication. “They’re working on it, and nobody’s going to stop because there’s too much of it,” she said. “Our organization hears about it all the time, and the public interest is so strong - it always is with swans - so it’s time for lawmakers to respond by protecting this beautiful, majestic bird,” Russell said. The Seawood Harbor residents reached out to Brick Mayor John G. Ducey to ask for the township’s help in placing signage near natural areas to protect the swans. The mayor said it is already on the township’s Land Use Committee agenda for their next meeting. “We are looking at signage concerning staying away from swans,” he said. “The signs would be placed in strategic areas after a request has been made by a resident.” Meanwhile, Almeida said residents are still hopeful that the swan family could be reunited. “We’re limited in what we’re allowed to do because NJ Fish & Wildlife have been missing in action at this point,” she said. “We haven’t heard from them at all.” The female swan and the six cygnets still live in Seawood Harbor, but they don’t come out into the open as they did when the family was intact, Almeida said. “They’re doing well, but they tend to stay in the wetlands at this point, so we don’t see them as often,” she said.
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the sanctuary, where he will have to live for the rest of his life, Bergmann said in a recent phone interview. “At least he won’t be euthanized,” he said. “I would love to reunite him with his family where he belongs, but because of how things were handled with the jet skis and everything, NJ Fish & Wildlife won’t allow them to be reunited.”
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assistance with prescription drug costs has been signed into law. The 10th District Legislator believes this law will ease the financial 10th Legislative District burdens of residents as prescription drug costs and Senator Jim Holzapfel inflation are on the rise. “The rise in prescription drug costs has TRENTON - Legislation co-sponsored by Senator Jim Holzapfel to allow more seniors weighed heavily on our senior residents who and residents with disabilities to qualify for live on fixed incomes and cannot afford to
live without their medications,” stated Senator Holzapfel. “We don’t want our residents to have to make the tough decision of paying for their prescription drugs or paying the electric bill this month. Now that this legislation is law it will provide much needed aid to our most vulnerable residents.” The bill, A-5520/S-3633, increases the income eligibility limits for PAAD program and Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program by $10,000. For PAAD the limit would
be increased to $38,769 for individuals and $45,270 for married couples. Senior Gold would rise to $48,769 for individuals and $55,270 for married couples. “The swift passage of this legislation ensures that 20,000 more residents can benefit from the changes made to this program,” said Senator Holzapfel. “As prescription drugs and the cost of living in New Jersey continues to rise, this law will provide some relief for those financially struggling.”
State’s Credit Outlook Upgraded From Stable To Positive From The Desk Of The
Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy and State Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio applauded the decision by Moody’s Investors Service to upgrade the outlook for New Jersey’s general obligation bonds from stable to positive. In a statement, Moody’s noted, “The state has responded to a brightening revenue and liquidity picture with several actions reflecting a recent commitment to addressing more aggressively its liability burdens, demonstrating improved fiscal governance
and management. These actions include debt reduction and avoidance and acceleration of pension contributions.” “For the past four years we have approached the fiscal challenges we inherited, not as obstacles, but as opportunities to right our fiscal ship,” said Governor Murphy. “On the heels of a record 11 credit downgrades under the prior administration and in the midst of an unprecedented global pandemic, we’ve delivered historic levels of pension funding – including the first full contribution in a quarter of a century – set aside money to pay off a sizable portion of state debt and avoid future issuances, secured long-term savings for the State and its taxpayers, bolstered our surplus, and positioned ourselves
well to tackle the remaining challenges that lie ahead. The fact that we’ve been able to accomplish all of this while creating a more fair and equitable playing field for the working families of this state is a testament to our values. I want to thank the Treasurer and her team for their steady leadership, particularly during the economic upheaval we faced over the last two years.” “Under the Governor’s leadership, we have made steady progress towards improving the state’s long-term fiscal health by making record pension payments, reining in soaring health care costs, controlling debt, pursuing reliable and recurring revenue sources, and addressing the structural imbalance we inherited,” said Treasurer Muoio. “This year’s $6.9 billion pension contribution and the over $4 billion we are putting towards repaying old debt and avoiding new, will improve the overall solvency of our pension
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Legislation Will Cap Medication Bills For “Catastrophic Coverage” Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-La.) reintroduced the bipartisan Seniors Prescription Drug Relief Act to strengthen Medicare Part D and make it easier for seniors to afford their medication. “Our bipartisan bill would put patients and consumers first by providing seniors with real financial relief at the pharmacy counter to ensure that those who rely on expensive medications aren’t saddled with insurmountable pre-
scription drug bills at the start of every year,” said Sen. Menendez. “Setting a cap on out-of-pocket expenses allows seniors t o p r or at e t hei r sh a r e ove r t he yea r i nt o set monthly payments, giving them more f lexibility to cover their health care expenses. Policies like this, that deliver savings to the consumers, must be central to our continued work on making drugs more affordable for the American people.” “If someone on Medicare cannot afford their medication, they are going to get sicker or not get better. This bill takes on the root causes of high drug prices because we want to make it easier for seniors to pay for their prescriptions,” said Sen. Cassidy. (Government - See Page 17)
fund and produce several billion dollars in long-term savings – moves that will pay dividends for years to come. Today’s action by Moody’s acknowledges that these decisions, cumulatively speaking, were both prudent and purposeful.” In addition to the general obligation bonds, Moody’s also upgraded the outlook to positive for a host of other debt issued by the state, including appropriation backed debt; bonds issued by the Garden State Preservation Trust, NJ; moral obligation debt issued by the South Jersey Port Corporation; the New Jersey County College Enhancement Bond Program Chapter 12; New Jersey Municipal Qualified Bond Program and New Jersey Qualified School Bond Program intercept programs; and the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority’s (NJ TTFA) Federal Highway Reimbursement Revenue Notes (GARVEEs).
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to the child’s table as her uncle attempted the Heimlich maneuver, unsuccessfully,” police said. “At that point, Det. Jupinka assumed care of the child and through the use of the Heimlich maneuver, he was able to quickly clear the food obstruction from the child’s airway.” After that, the child began breathing normally. The child’s family declined any further medical attention and thanked Jupinka for saving the young girl’s life. “Thankfully, one of our officers was in the right place at the right time. Had he not been there, this incident could have ended much differently,” Chief Robert Dolan said.
Fish And Chips Dinner
WHITING – St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, located at 30 Schoolhouse Road in Whiting, invites all to join them on August 13 from 4 to 6 p.m. for a Fish and Chips dinner (by Thistle of Lyndhurst) in their Parish Center. Dinner includes fish & chips or chicken tenders, coleslaw, dessert, iced tea, lemonade, tea and coffee. Tickets are $20 for adults and $9 for children nine and under,
and are available in the Parish Office Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and must be purchased in advance. No walk-ins! Tables of eight or more can be reserved, all tickets must be purchased at the time of reservation. Last day to purchase tickets is August 9. Take out will be available. For more information, call the Parish Office at 732-350-5001.
Pre-K Registration Begins At Lakehurst Elementary
LAKEHURST − Lakehurst Elementary School Pre-K registration for the 2021-2022 school year has begun. All children living in Lakehurst or a surrounding town who will be 3 or 4 years
of age by October 1, 2021 are eligible for registration. The Lakehurst Elementary School is located at 301 Union Avenue, Lakehurst. To register, call 732-657-5741 ext. 2.
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Free Hindenburg History Tours Offered
LAKEHURST –Would you like to see with your own eyes where the Hindenburg burned and then crashed? Would you like to see “Hangar One” where the Hindenburg was kept when waiting for return trips to Germany? Would you like to see the beauty of the “Cathedral Chapel of the Air” with wonderful stained glass windows, beautiful altar and an inspiring shrine to New Jersey airship veterans and the four chaplins? Would you like to see the Ready Room with all five Branches of the Military, POW/MIA Room? If you do, then the Navy Lakehurst Historical Society can make that happen for you. Tours are free though donations are
gratefully accepted! The tours are every Wednesday and second Saturday of the month and in April to October every second and fourth Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. The tours are about three hours long. Call N.L.H.S at 732-575-6904 or e-mail BillSchmidt1000@aol.com about the Lakehurst Hindenburg Tour! A four-week prior notice is required from the time you wish to go on the tour as you are entering the Navy Lakehurst Air Base. There is a Gift Shop for Hindenburg and military items for sale in the Hindenburg Room. Hats, shirts, coffee mugs and patches are available through cash only sales. The Navy Lakehurst Historical Society is looking for a few volunteers to aid in the operation of the Hindenburg Tour.
MTEF To Hold 12th Annual Golf Outing
MANCHESTER – Registration is now open for the Manchester Township Educational Foundation’s 12th annual golf outing that will be held on September 17 at Gambler Ridge. Tentative Schedule: Check-in/Breakfast: 7 to 8 a.m.; Tee off: 8 a.m.; Lunch/Awards: 1:30 p.m. Individual Golfer Fees: $175 if registered by August 17; $195 after August 17. Golf fee includes: breakfast, golf, cart, bag drop service, use of putting green/driving range,
lunch, awards. Register by August 17, save $20 and get one free ticket for a chance to be selected for their one million hole in one contest! Not a golfer? Sponsorships available starting at $25. Note that there will be no dinner only option for non-golfers this year. They invite you to support us with a sponsorship instead. To register and to view sponsor rates, visit bit.ly/golf mtef for more information.
Donations Needed For Children
WHITING – The Whiting United Methodist Church Mission team will again be accepting donations for the Neighborhood Center in Camden for their children’s programs. This year, along with their usual school supply request, they are asking for the following for their summer camp programs and for the school year: First Aid Kit supplies – new items only: • Instant Cold/Ice packs • Antibacterial Wipes • Disposable Gloves • Travel Hand Sanitizers • Thermometers/disposable thermometers Remember that these children will also
be needing notebooks, pens, pencils, glue, tape, markers, rulers etc. for the school year. The community has been very generous in the past and hope this can continue this year. All donations can be dropped off at the church located at 55 Lacey Road in Whiting between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m., Monday through Thursday when the office is open. Items are needed by August 30 so they can get them to the center in time for the start of the school year. If you have any questions, you can call the church office at 732-350-6878 during regular hours and you can find The Neighborhood Center on Facebook to see the great work they are doing for their community.
Jersey Four At The Shore Club
WHITING – On October 20, a trip to the Jersey Four at the Shore Club (formerly Doolans). A tribute to Frankie Vallie & the Four Seasons. Package includes one-hour open bar, plated lunch, including salad, choice of entree, dessert and coffee. Dancing to four seasons tunes, transportation and gratuities
are included. Bus departs from Meadows Clubhouse at 10 a.m. and returns around 4:45 p.m. No refunds. Fee is $110. The Caesars Casino trip is sold out! Call Barbara Querques to be put on the waiting list. For information and questions, call Barbara at 848-227-3757. Keep watching for future trips.
Vendors Needed For Fall Flea Market
MANCHESTER – The Crestwood Village 3 Women’s Club will return with their popular Fall Flea Market on October 23. Tables are still $10 each. Interested vendors call Winnie Mele at 732-716-0844.
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Meadows Of Lake Ridge Announces New Date For Summer Trip
WHITING – The Meadows of Lake Ridge have announced a new date for their six days, five nights trip to Asheville and the Biltmore North Carolina, which will now be held from October 3 through 8. Pricing is $789 per person double occupancy; $1,054 per person single occupancy. The package includes: five nights including overnights; five breakfasts; three dinners, including a cookout in the Meadows and the Blue Ridge Mountain Opry with dinner Harrah’s Casino; guided tour of Asheville, Biltmore Estate, Gardens and winery tour;
grove arcade; folk art center; blue ridge parkway visitors center; tour of chimney rock park; cruise on Lake Lure; souvenir gift; luggage handling in Asheville; taxes and meal gratuities; motorcoach transportation. The cost also includes bus driver and tour guide trip. Deposit $25 per person is due upon sign-up. Balance is due by August. Bus leaves from Meadows Clubhouse, 2 Clear Lake Road, Whiting. Make check payable to White Star Tours. For more information call Tana 732-8494248.
Manchester Recreation Announces Summer Cheer Camp
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Recreation Department has announced a summer Cheer Camp for ages 6 through 12 from August 9 through 13, 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Spirit Factory All Star Training Facility located at 1581 Route 37 West in Toms River. Fee is $89. This camp specializes in the basics to advanced skills of cheerleading. Your
child will learn all aspects of cheer including: jumps, stunting and dance in this week-long cheerleading camp. At the end of the week your child will learn an entire routine. Make sure your child wears sneakers, shorts and a t-shirt or tank top. Hair must be in a high pony tail. Pack a lunch and plenty of water. Register online at manchestertwp.recdesk. com or call 732-657-8121 ext. 5102.
Concert Fest 2021 Line-Up Announced
MANCHESTER – Manchester Township And Recreation Department proudly present “Concert Fest 2021” at Harry Wright Lake, Whiting. July 28: 5 p.m. – WJRZ; 6 p.m. – Jukebox Legends; 7:30 p.m. –Shirley Austin Reeve. August 11: Atlantic City Headliner Gerard Esposito at 6 p.m. appearing with Stoneflower Santana Tribute Band
at 7 p.m. August 25: 5 p.m. – WJRZ; 6 p.m. – Stiletto & the Saxman; 7:30 p.m. –British Invasion Years. Fireworks at dark Concerts are free to the public. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Refreshments and food will be available for purchase. For details contact Manchester Recreation Department at 732-657-8121 ext. 5101 or 5102 or visit Manchestertwp.com.
Clam Fest Is Back
WHITING – The Whiting United Methodist Church will be doing their annual Clam Fest Take out Meal on August 7. This is open to the community! The meal includes red or white clam chowder made with local clams, stuffed clams in a large shell and a homemade desert. The meal will need to be heated. Cost is $12. To order your meal, call 732-289-4591 and
specify red or white chowder. All meals must be preordered. The meals can be picked up at the church as a drive through between 4 and 5 p.m. The Whiting United Methodist Church is located at 55 Lacey Road in Whiting, across from Crestwood Manor. If you have any questions, call 732-2894591. They will practice social distancing for your safety.
Crestwood Village 5 Travel Bocce Club Announces Upcoming Trips
WHITING – Crestwood Village 5 Travel Bocce Club presents the following upcoming trips: Montreal & Quebec City & Ottawa: October 2 to 8; seven days, six nights. $750 double. Foxwoods & Mohegan Sun Casino: October 4 to 6; three days, two nights. $280 double.
Vermont: five days, four nights. $720 double. Branson Holiday Show Extravaganza: November 6 to 14; nine days, eight nights. $915 double. Leaving from Carmona Bolen funeral home, 66 Lacey Rd in Whiting. Call Debbie for more information and to book your trip.
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“Safe Exchange Zone” In Manchester
MANCHESTER – Did you know that Manchester Township has established a “Safe Exchange Zone” at the Municipal Complex where residents can complete online purchase transactions and make child custodial exchanges. The “Safe Exchange Zone” was created as a means of addressing safety concerns brought about by patrons involved with online purchases from websites such as Craigslist, eBay, Facebook and classified ads, as well as to provide a safe location for families with visitation rights to make custodial exchanges. Here are some helpful tips when conducting exchanges: Complete all transactions during daylight
hours, if possible Bring a cell phone in case of emergency Notify friends or family about the details of the exchange beforehand Never invite strangers to their home or agree to meet at a stranger’s home Reconsider any transaction with an individual who refuses to meet at a “Safe Exchange Zone” Township and/or Police Department employees may not be asked to act as witnesses, or be a part of these transactions in any capacity For more information check out: manchesterpolicenj.com/safe-exchange-zoneopens-at-municipal-complex.
Learn How To Stay Connected With Manchester Township
MANCHESTER – It’s easy to stay informed with what’s happening in Manchester Township! Follow Facebook pages, sign up for free Nixle Emergency Notification System for instant alerts, and bookmark the official Township websites for important updates from our Police Department, EMS and Town Hall. “Like” Township Facebook Pages: • Town Hall: Facebook.com/ManchesterNJ • Police: Facebook.com/ManchesterPoliceNJ • EMS: Facebook.com/ManchesterTwpEMS • Recreation: Facebook.com/ManchesterN-
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Tumbling Camp Announced For August
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Recreation Department has announced a summer Tumbling Camp for ages 5 through 15 from August 16 through 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Spirit Factory All Star Training Facility located at 1581 Route 37 West in Toms River.
Fee is $139. This camp specializes in the basics to advance skills of tumbling. Make sure your child wears sneakers, shorts and a t-shirt or tank top. Hair must be in a high pony tail. Pack a lunch and plenty of water. To register, visit manchestertwp.recdesk. com or call 732-637-8121 ext. 5102.
The Meadows of Lake Ridge Announce Casino Trip
WHITING – They’re back and working on trips for 2021! The Meadows of Lake Ridge have announced “Yesterday Once More” at Caesars Casino trip on September 29. A tribute to ABBA, the Carpenters and many more. Package includes: $25. Slot
play, show, plated lunch, transportation and gratuities, all for $95. Keep watching, they are presently working on trips for the fall and for New Year’s Eve. For information and questions, Call: Barbara Querques at 848-227-3757
Fire Co. Needs Volunteers
LAKEHURST – Volunteer fi refighters and first aid squad members are urgently needed. Staffing remains at an extremely critical level, which could affect the longterm future of these vital organizations. These organizations exist for you, but community involvement is required for them to
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Rabid Raccoons Discovered In Point Pleasant
By Bob Vosseller POINT PLEASANT – The borough’s animal control officer reported a possible rabies epidemic with the discovery of rabid raccoons in the borough. Animal Control Officer Muskrat Jack Animal Services, noted a possible rabies epidemic in raccoons within the after several raccoons tested positive for rabies. How can you tell if an animal has rabies? You can’t always tell if an animal has rabies by just looking at it - the only way to know for sure if an animal has rabies is to perform laboratory testing. However, animals with rabies may act strangely. Some may be aggressive and try to bite you or other animals, or they may drool more than normal. (This is sometimes shown in movies as animals “foaming at the mouth.”) Keep in mind, not all animals with rabies will be aggressive or drooling. Other animals may act timid or shy, and a wild animal might move slowly or act tame. You might be able to easily get close to it. Since that’s not the way wild animals usually act, you should remember that something could be
wrong. Some animals may not show any signs of having rabies. It’s important to leave wild animals alone, including baby animals. Some unusual behaviors to look for include: • Staggering gait • An animal seemingly oblivious to noise or nearby movement • Erratic wandering • Discharge from eyes or mouth • Wet and matted hair on face • Repeated high-pitch vocalization • Self-mutilation Anyone who encounters a raccoon exhibiting this unusual behavior, should call the Point Pleasant Police Department immediately at 732-892-0060 so Animal Control can be dispatched to retrieve the raccoon. Pet owners are encouraged to keep their dogs and cats up to date on all their vaccinations. It is also encouraged to maintain property free of trash and use animal proof garbage cans to discourage animals from wandering around your property.
OHI’s Annual Fundraiser Returns
JERSEY SHORE – Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI), a federally qualified health center with 7 locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties, will host its’ annual fundraiser on July 28. The return of its annual fundraiser will take the form of an OHI LUAU to be held at D’Jais Oceanview Bar and Café located at 1801 Ocean Avenue in Belmar. Regarding the decision to have the annual fundraiser return, Dr. Theresa Berger stated, “The decision to bring back our annual fundraiser was long thought out. The safety and health of our patients and staff is always our priority. We are thrilled to be able to hold this event once more in order
to raise funds for our community outreach throughout Monmouth and Ocean County.” This year’s LUAU Fundraiser will feature a Hawaiian pig roast and dinner, dancing, door prizes and a silent auction. More information regarding the OHI LUAU Fundraiser including ticket purchases and sponsorship information, visit ohinj. org/annual-fundraiser. OHI offers services to residents in Monmouth and Ocean County regardless of income to provide basic and preventive care for all individuals and families in our area. Call 732-363-6655 or visit ohinj.org to schedule in person or telehealth appointments.
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−Photo courtesy Ocean’s Harbor House family, friends and colleagues. Participants can ride their bikes when and where they wish, on Pelotons, or stationary bikes until the event’s Anniversary Celebratory Ride and Ceremony on September 25 at Laurita Winery. They can also join one or more of the in-person bike rides hosted by the RFNB committee throughout the summer and at the Celebratory Ride on September 25. Local companies and organizations can register as an event sponsor for $500 to $10,000 to provide exposure and support to the organization’s vision that all youth feel safe, empowered and equipped for successful futures. To learn more or become a sponsor, visit the Ride for New Beginnings website: ridefornewbeginnings.org/.
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JACKSON – The Orchards at Bartley Assisted Living is hosting a Seminar for Adult Children and Their Parents: “Guiding Our Parents In the Right Direction.” The seminar will take place on August 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 100 North County Line Road in Jackson. Are you concerned that your loved one is no longer safe living alone in their home? Could they benefit from a more supportive and caring environment? For many, effectively communicating their concerns to a loved one can be quite challenging.
This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know the community as well as learn about some valuable resources for you and your parents. Topics include: Understanding the value of Assisted Living at the Orchards at Bartley, Downsizing - Taking the Best and Letting Go of the Rest, Working With A Senior Real Estate Specialist, and What You Need to Know About The Real Estate Market Today. Lite fare and refreshments will be provided. RSVP to 732-415-6086 by August 9.
Running Club Presents First Annual Summer Navesink 4 Mile
JERSEY SHORE – The Jersey Shore Running Club presents the First Annual Summer Navesink 4 mile on July 31 from 7 to 11 a.m. benefitting the Middletown Youth Athletic Association. Race starts and ends inside of Bodman
Park in Middletown. Registration is open to all. Members of the JSRC get a discount. Consider registering today, spots are running out for this live in-person race. After party is being held at Belford Brewing in Belford.
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For seniors, the bill establishes a new out-of-pocket cap on catastrophic coverage, so that beneficiaries would have no costs after reaching $3,100 in out-of-pocket spending. Seniors who reach that limit early in the calendar year could spread their payments over the course of the year, to help those on fixed incomes or who would otherwise struggle to pay their entire obligation in a lump sum. The bill would also reduce coinsurance from 25 to 20 percent in the initial coverage period, after patients meet their deductible but before they reach the catastrophic cap. The Seniors Prescription Drug Relief Act would also redesign Medicare Part D’s benefit structure to realign these f lawed incentives and lower the cost of prescription drugs. Medicare Part D spending is growing substantially, especially in the benefit’s catastrophic phase, which begins once beneficiaries have spent more than $6,550 out-ofpocket. T he leg islat ion would also encourage plans to better negotiate for lower drug prices and better formulary placement, and ensure that when drug prices rise, so does the drug-maker’s financial responsibility. Organization supporting the legislation include the Alliance for Aging Research and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. “Senators Cassidy and Menendez
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Halloween Parade Returning In 2021
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Bring out your dead, put your fangs in, and get ready to howl at the moon – the Halloween Parade is back on the calendar. Throughout 2020, a lot of our iconic gatherings suffered - the fireworks on the Toms River, the Ocean County Fair, concerts held by towns, and the Hallow-
een Parade. All of them were cancelled because of the coronavir us, hur ting morale when people needed it the most. This year, several of them have made a comeback, often with some changes due to the pandemic. The parade is annually run by Toms River Fire Co. No. 1. Lt. Carl Weingroff told JerseyShoreOnline that plans are
being made for the big return. The parade will be held on Saturday, October 30. The schedule follows the tradition that if Halloween falls on a Sunday, like it does this year, the parade will be on Saturday, with a rain date on Monday. Registration will be on the day of the parade, he said. Participants will be
following guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to slow the spread of coronavirus. The theme of the parade will be the celebration of Fire Company No. 1’s 125th anniversary. The company was officially incorporated in 1896, although they had been operating for a few years prior to that. They’ve been working out of the firehouse on Robbins Street since 1913. Earlier this year, there was another parade marking the 125th . This one was a smaller event which ended in a street festival with live music. The Halloween parade is billed as the second largest in the world, and can have upwards of 6,000 viewers. The Downtown area is shut down and people compete for seats. COVID-19 caused the fire company to cancel last year’s parade. They put out notice at around this time in 2020. With that many people swarming downtown, social distancing would have been impossible. This year, thanks to people getting vaccinated, more events like this one are being held. There have only been three times in the history of the fire department that the parade had been cancelled. The first time was in the 1920s during the Great Depression. The second time was due to Superstorm Sandy. The third was for the coronavirus.
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WHITING – Coming in August! Due to the easing of the COVID restrictions, the Whiting United Methodist Church will be having their Annual Flea Market on August 28. You will receive more information in the weeks to come but you should start sorting
through your things now. Do not bring them to the church until they tell you. They will also be looking for volunteers. This is their biggest fundraiser and they hope all of the congregation can help in some way. Co-chairs are Cathy Schenone and Barb Kirschbaum.
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Future Uncertain For Ice Rink In Brick
By Chris Lundy BRICK – Will the Ocean Ice Palace close its doors for good, or is it just the owners who are retiring? On July 6, the owners posted on social media “Ocean Ice Palace & Ocean Hockey Supply will be closing their doors at the end of this month. We are extremely thankful to all the friends who have become family and
customers who have become friends over the years. The decision was not made lightly and certainly not without being given much thought.” They said the pro shop would be open through the end of the month. The Patch might have been the first to report on its closure, and 101.5 had a segment about it. Everyone shared their memories of this iconic location.
However, a week later, The Patch reported that a confidential source close to the situation revealed that there is a possible purchase in the works. The source said that the facility will continue to be used as an ice rink. The above post was removed from social media. Staff at the rink did not respond to a request for comment. The rink, located on Chambersbridge
Road, dates back to 1962. It was started by Dr. Leon J. Dwulet. His daughter, Joan Dwulet, currently owns it, and it’s managed by Raven (Joan’s daughter) and Andrew Barten. The rink drew thousands of young people who learned how to skate there and also held pee wee hockey tournaments. Many high school and club championships were won there as well. The Ice Palace was home to many of Brick’s youth and high school hockey teams for most of its history and has seen a number of its players go on to the college ranks and some go to the pros. The website said it hosts New Jersey Guardians, Manalapan Cannons, Brick Stars Challenger Hockey & War at the Shore Hockey Tournament. It also cites tournaments, clinics and camps throughout the year run by Ocean Hockey Academy. This isn’t the first time the ice rink’s future was unknown. Even going back to 2007, it was in the public eye as possibly being bought by the township of Brick to be converted into a community center. Former Councilman Stephen Acropolis, who comes from a huge hockey family, campaigned on it when he won the vote for mayor. The town was looking to purchase it for $5.2 million. They had plans to put in therapy pools and sell the naming rights of the building. There was talk of moving township offices in Civic Plaza to there and then selling the Plaza. They were hoping to make money off of it in the long run. Opponents of the purchase had concerns that the aging buildings would cost too much to maintain or fix, and that building additions to the property to house various interests in Brick would cost untold millions. During the negotiation, the owner showed how much money is brought in, but the costs of upkeep and running the facility was kept from the town. The purchase would have been between a private entity, the ice rink, and a public one, the township. This made the whole matter a lot more public than the sellers would have liked. After a long time of waiting, the Dwulet family pulled out of negotiations and put it on the market but it never sold. Ultimately, it reminded residents of the Foodtown purchase. The Foodtown on Route 70 was bought in 2003 for $6.1 million and was at one time going to be a community center. It has sat there, without any money coming in on the tax rolls, until just recently when the property was split and sold.
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Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Sites Announced
By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – County residents have four more opportunities this year to get rid of their residential household hazardous waste through a free disposal program. The program is open to all Ocean County residents, but businesses and institutions are not eligible. The following collection dates are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 24 – Jackson Township Public Works, 95 West Veterans Highway Aug. 21 – Lacey Township Public Works, 820 Municipal Lane Sept. 11 – Brick Township Public Works, 836 Ridge Road Oct. 30 – Long Beach Township, 7910 Long Beach Blvd.
“This program has helped our residents safely dispose of hazardous materials for over 30 years,” Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn said. Quinn serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management. During the fi rst three events in 2021, Ocean County collected around 114,000 pounds of household hazardous waste. Quinn said, “we take great pride in our environment in Ocean County and this helps reduce the potential for environmental damage. I encourage residents to take advantage of these opportunities to help get rid of household hazardous waste safely.” The items that can be dropped off include: aerosols, auto products, cleaning
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larger than five gallons are accepted. Municipal recycling centers and the county’s recycling centers permit yearround drop off of a host of materials including used paint and waste oil. Residents can use the drop offs located at the Ocean County Northern Recycling Center in Lakewood, or the Southern Recycling Center based in Manahawkin from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Appointments are required, and registration can be done online at co.ocean. nj.us/recycle, by requesting assistance by emailing ocrecycles@co.ocean.nj.us, or residents can also call 732-506-5047 to register. Proof of residency is also required. For information, visit co.ocean. nj.us/OC/SolidWaste/
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Lacey Teen Becomes A Savage Ninja Warrior By Bob Vosseller LACEY – Township teenager Ava Colasanti proved her worth as an extreme athlete having appeared on a recent episode of the NBC TV series American Ninja Warrior. For the 16-year-old, competing on the American Ninja Warrior Championship series - currently in its 13th season - has been the dream of a lifetime. The Lacey High School student’s motto is “savage” and she recently showcased her athletic talent and perseverance on the show overcoming a variety of challenges as part of the competition. Ava wore her pink “savage” T-shirt during the filming of the show. She said “savage” became her battle cry and motto due to her tireless training in the last five years in various gyms and training camps. “She is the savage ninja,” her mother, Kim Colasanti said. “You can’t spell ‘savage’ without Ava. Her favorite color is pink so that is what she wears.” Her mother told The Southern Ocean Times that her daughter appeared on the July 12 episode of American Ninja War-
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Continued From Page 31 “She was very excited to have been able to live her dream of being on American Ninja Warrior. She is so happy that she made it to the semifi nals. We will have to watch her run and see if she ultimately makes it to fi nals in Las Vegas,” her mom added. Her mother said Ava wasn’t happy about her qualifying run but her fast time got her into the semifi nals. “The training then got harder. She had to start training more at night knowing she was going to L.A. and may have to compete later than 10 p.m.” Overall the teen enjoyed her experience but at times it was very stressful. “She had to keep up with her schoolwork and even had to be homeschooled on the set. She said it wasn’t at all what she expected especially because of COVID and having to be tested multiple times and she wasn’t allowed to socialize with her competitors,” her mother added. Ava enjoyed “the experience of the production, the interviews and the photo shoots, although she wished it were at times less about TV and more about the competition,” her mother said. The teen spent a lot of her time training at Centercourt Athletic Club in Chatham and has also participated in cross country running as part of her high school team. The competition requires a number of skills as athletes run, jump, climb and face a variety of obstacles that they need to size up without much or any warning of what they are facing. The game show’s new season started May 31 and has an average viewership of 35 million. Some commercials promoting its return featured Ava. The series includes some of the country’s most elite athletes who must overcome some very difficult obstacle courses. Ava is among more than 400 competitors and was ranked fifth among elite females in the National Ninja League standings. Among the categories she competed in recently was a tilt-a-whirl. The Lacey teen recently helped raise funds for Tyler Keats, a former township resident now living in Florida who is fighting a genetic disorder. Her fundraiser for Keats, who has Leukodystrophy, a progressive brain disease, involves the
sale of her “savage” T-shirts. Those who wish to become part of her Team Savage benefit can visit her Bonfi re Page where the shirts are being sold. “He is 9 and walks with a walker and gets around outside of the house mostly with a wheelchair. He was our neighbor in Lacey and we have been able to still keep in touch although they have moved. Ava is inspired by his strength and his ability to overcome is daily obstacles,” Kim Colasanti said. An interview with Ava was shot at the family home by the producers prior to the airing of the 13th season and it was not clear as to when that segment would air. “I’m not sure how that works. They gave us some answers but not all the answers,” her mother said. During a prior interview with The Southern Ocean Times, Ava and her parents were unsure what they were allowed to tell the media concerning her onscreen adventure. Her mother did say though that “if she can’t work through an obstacle, she’ll keep working at it. Her hands are often bloody. This has been her life. (Ninja training). It has taken over and it has become a lot of our life as well.” “It has been quite an adventure, moreso for my husband because he became her coach through a lot of this especially during the pandemic when she couldn’t actually compete and when he got back into the gym, because at fi rst the parents were told we couldn’t go in with them, so my husband became Coach Ralph and he coaches a lot of the kids and if they can survive Coach Ralph they can survive anything,” she said. Kim Colasanti said, “we both work in medicine and he works as a sales representative for Johnson & Johnson. I do orthopedics for a living. Ava really enjoys this and it was something different. Not everyone knows about the Ninja competition which is more than the TV show. She likes the fact that she excels at something that is different from everyone else. It has built up her confidence.” Ava will continue to appear on American Ninja Warrior as the competition progresses. Her mom said, “she will be moving onto semi-fi nals which we think will air on August 23 but we’re not exactly 100% sure about that.” The series airs at 8 p.m. Monday nights on NBC.
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LAKEWOOD – Harrogate resident Marion Irwin celebrated her 104th birthday on July 6. Surrounded by family and friends including her three great, great grandchildren it was a great celebration. Marion regularly attends exercise, trivia, Bible Study and arts and crafts at Harrogate. She reads daily in her room, loves to talk and is kind to everyone she meets. Marion’s advice for longevity is to “stay out of trouble” and she told one of her care staff “Live long, it just gets better and better.”
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Coast Guard Medevacs Man Near Manasquan Inlet
By Alyssa Riccardi MANASQUAN – Over the weekend, the Coast Guard had to medevac a man from a yacht about six miles northeast of Manasquan Inlet. Watchstanders from U.S. Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay command center and U.S. Coast Guard Station Manasquan Inlet received notification through VHF channel 16 that a 58-year-old male passenger of a 60-foot Arrow yacht was experiencing shortness of breath. The Sector Delaware Bay command center consulted with a Coast Guard flight surgeon and recommended that the man should be medevaced. Subsequently, a 47-foot Motor Lifeboat crew from Coast Guard Station Manasquan Inlet was sent to the yacht. The boat crew then removed the man from the boat and brought him to emergency medical services that were waiting in Shark River Inlet. “Well prepared mar iners who are equipped with all of the necessary safety equipment including reliable communications enable us to assist them in their time
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jul 24 - jul 30 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Expend your energy on worthwhile activities during the upcoming week and your reputation will likely be enhanced. Your job or a pet project could require a variety of skills and an enthusiastic spirit. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Spread your wings and fly as the week unfolds. Working under close supervision could make you feel penned in. Working independently may allow you to achieve much more and receive admiration. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your mind may be on money while your partner’s heart is yearning for love. As this week unfolds, the two of you may find common ground and reach a compromise. Share your thoughts and hopes. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can be a powerful force for good in the week ahead. Use self-confidence to boost your income. Although there may be bills to pay, there may also be opportunities to make extra money. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Gather yourself and take charge. When something needs to be done, you can do it without hesitation. Use wisdom and a generous spirit to handle any intense interpersonal issues in the week to come. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your hard work and dedication win points at home. A friendly, cooperative attitude can make you popular at work. You’ll probably be even more valued by loved ones as the week wraps up. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Have some
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