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─Photo By Bob Vosseller Protestors walk the street in front of the Ocean Medical Center in Brick opposing the state’s mandatory vaccination of health workers. By Bob Vosseller BRICK – Around 30 people - some of whom were health workers - brought signs, the American f lag and a lot of energy to protest the requirement of hospital staff being

vaccinated against the coronavirus. The protest took place in front of the Hackensack Meridian Health’s Ocean Medical Center in Brick. Gov. Phil Murphy had signed an executive order earlier this month declaring

that all who work in questioned the scihealth care facilities ence of the vaccines and other high-risk ar- being administered. eas must be vaccinat- Some of those pared or take tests every ticipating in the proweek. test said they were Most of those pres- vaccinated while ent said the mandate ot her s said t hey removed freedom of were not and did choice while others (Protest - See Page 4)

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Guadagno To Head Mercy Center

By Chris Lundy ASBURY PARK – Former Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno will now be the executive director of the Mercy Center, a nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy in Asbury Park. Guadagno had formerly been CEO of Fulfill, which provides food and other necessities to those in need

throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. She will step into the role being vacated by Sister Carol Ann Henry, who is retiring after 39 years. The Mercy Center offers the following programs: Emergency Services – distributes food, clothing and utilities assistance to help sustain families facing financial

difficulties; The Family Resource Center (FRC) – a “onestop-shop” for resources, referrals, advocacy, counseling and behavior modification services available to families so they can maintain healthier lives and relationships; Sisters Academy of New Jersey (SANJ) – a middle school for

girls from economically challenged families providing an education of excellence, life skills and the necessary tools so they become confident, self-sufficient and successful in competitive high schools. “By addressing the needs of the entire family and providing a quality education to women at a very young

age, Mercy Center truly attacks the very root of systemic poverty in our community,” said Guadagno. “Moving forward, as the State still suffers from the pandemic, I will strive to ensure that those hardest hit in Asbury Park and surrounding areas are not forgotten and that they get the (Mercy - See Page 21)

August 28, 2021

Brick Sues Illegal Religious School

By Chris Lundy and Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – On Friday, August 20, the township filed a lawsuit in Superior Court to force an unauthorized school that has been running at the site of the former Temple Beth Or to immediately cease and desist operations. Mayor John G. Ducey said the lawsuit was necessary since all property owners are required to obey township zoning regulations and “the township will enforce the law.” The township has begun fining the operator of the boy’s school, identified in the lawsuit as Congregation Kehilos Yisroel, Inc. (CKY), who opened up in the former temple because they did not get the proper clearances and inspections. “The purpose of this action is to enforce Brick’s zoning and land use ordinances and to obtain relief requiring the non-approved private boys’ school to cease operating until such time as all required land use approvals and uniform construction code permits...are secured,” the town says in the lawsuit. Temple Beth Or, at 200 Van Zile Road, closed earlier this year and was sold. With a declining congregation, the group was having trouble maintaining the large 4.11-acre site. Township Business Administrator Joanne Bergin said that when a property changes in (Temple - See Page 5)

School Leaders Ask For Mask Order To Be Dropped

By Chris Lundy BRICK – The superintendent and board of education president said they would follow state mandates on wearing masks, but asked the governor to let local districts make the choice instead. Brick reported no transmission of the virus within schools during the 2020-2021 school year, officials said. The district had managed to open full day, five days a week at the end (Masks - See Page 6)

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not trust the science of it. Many who spoke to The Brick Times were not comfortable in providing their names and no one could identify who organized the rally. Those who participated said they learned of it through social media. Ben Goldstein, director of public relations at Hackensack Meridian Health noted “these vaccines are safe and effective. Hackensack Meridian Health supports the right of team members to express their beliefs peacefully and in a way that does not jeopardize or disturb the continuity of care for our patients. “COVID-19 vaccines are proven to be safe and highly effective at preventing hospitalizations and death from the virus. Over the past year, we have used every tool at our disposal to protect patients and team members from COVID-19 and will continue to do so,” Goldstein said. Goldstein added, “we are requiring vaccinations for all team members to control that spread of this deadly virus; keep our patients, team members and visitors safe; and to comply with Governor Murphy’s Executive Order signed on August 6, requiring health care and other frontline workers to be vaccinated or undergo regular COVID testing. “We have 2,700 employees here at this hospital. We have a process in place where team members can file for an exemption,” Goldstein said. The internal deadline for that was August 16 and hospital officials are in the process of reviewing those requests. For Moderna and Pfizer vaccines which require two shots, hospital workers would need to have their first shot by October 1. The deadline for the second shot is November 13. It was noted that the number of hospital staff receiving their vaccination has spiked since the governor’s mandate. The ratio jumped from 71% to about 80% network wide. “We want to keep our members and our patients safe,” Goldstein said. Rebecca Banach of Beachwood is in the medical field but doesn’t work at the hospital. She came out to lend her voice and raise a sign to support the rally’s purpose. “I feel that mandating something is not necessarily the best course of action. I have heard of incidents where vaccinated persons are still able to transfer this disease. I just want the nurses to be able to have their own choices like the patients,” she added. Other members of her family came out to the protest as well. “If you want the vaccine, you should get it, but don’t force it. It’s not fair,” another member of the Banach family said. “I actually got the vaccine. When it first came out and was available at the hospital. I did it because I was thinking about other people. I didn’t want to give them the virus. Now they tell you whether you are vaccinated or not you can still transfer it, so its choice. I’m here to support freedom of choice. America is about freedom and we have the right to choose. It is our bodies and it is our right to choose,” David Banach said.

“If I want to have something injected in my body that I think will be beneficial to me that is my right if I feel it may harm me or my unborn child or my children than I have the right to deny it, I don’t want it,” he added. Another nearby protestor didn’t wish to disclose their name because she said she was afraid. “I do work here and I don’t want to have a problem. I love where I work - it does not have anything to do with this building. The people are awesome and work very hard. I am not vaccinated. My husband is; I am not. It is freedom of choice and that is what we asking for.” She added, “my daughters who are lined up here are not vaccinated. It is about it being mandatory. If we start here what else are they going to tell us must be? Where do we draw the line? I hope the governor hears us.” Dressed in a stars and stripes top, Point Pleasant Beach resident Marjorie Warga came out to support the workers and free choice. “You should not be mandating any type of experimental medication or whatever you call it. Being vaccinated is my prerogative. It is an experiment not a vaccine. We have no idea what the ramifications are going to be in the years to come because the studies have not been produced. No one should be forced to put something in their body.” Former Brick resident Dave Anderson was visiting the area when he learned of the rally. “I’m actually vaccinated but I am all about choice. My ex-wife was a nurse here. What is their choice getting the vaccine or lose their jobs?” “I’m a physician and what I’ve seen since February, I’ve never seen in 35 years,” said another protestor who declined to identify himself. He stood beside holding a sign with a health worker who also raised concerns about the vaccines themselves. “I have a patient who got the vaccine in May and she has not been the same since. She has chronic fatigue, neurological changes and brain fog, abdominal swelling and it is all because of the shot,” she said. “We’ve seen numerous cases that people aren’t hearing about.” “Mandatory vaccinations are the best way to achieve herd immunity and protect our communities from the deadly variants that are threatening to wreak havoc in the months ahead,” Goldstein said.

─Photo By Bob Vosseller Wearing red, white and blue, and special T-shirts with slogans on them, protestors marched in front of the Ocean Medical Center in Brick Township recently to oppose an executive order that calls for health care workers to be vaccinated.

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Continued From Page 1 use, such as going from a temple to a school, they have to go through the township’s Planning Board. An earlier article by The Brick Times stated that CKY had not made an application, based on a July 27 email to this paper from the township. The township has been told by the property’s owner that the building is being rented to someone who is using it as a boy’s school, Bergin said. On March 11, CKY attorney Samuel Pum applied for a zoning permit to rehabilitate the existing house of worship, but the application did not mention a school use, the lawsuit reads. The zoning permit further states that any change in use would require site plan approval. In a site plan prepared in 1975, and an engineering review of the property completed in 1976, there is no depiction of a school and identifies the structure there as a synagogue and did not identify any future use of the building other than a synagogue, the lawsuit says. Bergin said there have been violation notices, which includes a fine up to $2,000 a day that they are not in full compliance. This is not just because it’s being used as a school; there are a number of other items that the township has to review to make sure that the building is being used safely for the inhabitants and those around them. For example, if an interior wall was taken down, or if electrical outlets were changed, they would need to be inspected in order for it to be safe. A letter had circulated on social media that an

The Brick Times, August 28, 2021, Page 5 application had been filed with the town’s Board of Adjustment for a “Change of Use.” The letter urged people to come out to land use meetings to protest the school, but the school was not on any meeting’s agenda. Township Zoning Officer Christopher Romano became aware around early June that there had been a change in use and a private high school was operating on the property. What followed was a series of phone calls and email exchanges between township attorney Ronald D. Cucchiaro, attorney for the property owner Adam Pfeffer, attorney Pum, and Romano about the requirement for a site plan approval, and that a violation would be issued if a proper site plan application was not filed. “Not only has CKY not applied for or obtained the required land use and uniform construction code permits and approvals, the intensity of the school use has increased and upwards of 100 students began regular attendance in early August 2021,” the lawsuit says. Three construction violations were issued on August 19 for interior alterations constructed without a permit and for the change of use without a permit. Temple Beth Or Board President Sandi Silber said she had been told by the new owners that the site would continue to be used as a synagogue. There were only two bids for the Temple Beth Or property, a 4.6-acre site with a 17,000 squarefoot synagogue, 3,000 square-foot original temple and three-bedroom residence for the rabbi. The property sold for $3.5 million, and was purchased by a group from Lakewood. Calls to school representatives were not returned by press time.

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of the year. “Brick Schools was ready to start the new school year under the auspices of local control, analyze current data in our district once we re-open, and adjust accordingly with specific decision-making,” Superintendent Thomas Farrell said. He described a “flexible mask plan” that was used in June due to excessive heat, while still keeping students and staff safe. “At this time, we have every reason to believe Brick Schools can successfully continue our preventative measures for in-person learning that is safe for both students and staff, while supporting effective education and the social-emotional, health, safety, and well-being of all, utilizing a flexible mask plan,” he said. Gov. Phil Murphy announced the mandate early in August. (For more on this story, see pages 20 and 24.) The Centers for Disease Control and epidemiologists have shown that wearing masks slows the spread of the virus; the mask is most effective if the person wearing it is sick. Some people can be carriers of the virus without having symptoms, or have the virus even after being vaccinated. Booster shots are now being planned for high-risk people as the vaccinations are starting to prove less effective as time goes on. As of right now, there is no vaccine for elementary school-aged children. Board President Stephanie Wohlrab said that the Class of 2022 will have spent 20% of their school experience under executive orders and mandates, and now they are facing more for their senior year. She noted how the governor took a trip to Italy

despite travel recommendations from the CDC, so she asked the same freedom and emotional equity for local families. “As we approach our 3rd academic year confronting COVID-19 risks, as community members and leaders we must come together and do all we can to return the CHILD in childhood: focus on safety and wellness, effective education, voice of community, and equity,” she said. “Executive Order 251 must be rescinded, allowing the opportunity for healing and community cooperation instead of dissection. To expect society, especially our children, to continue to accept mandates and restrictions indefinitely, based on suggested recommendations, is not only unrealistic, but unjust. When does it end? “Furthermore, we strongly disagree with your statement that anyone opposed to Executive Order 251 does not care for the safety of children. Brick Township Public Schools administration and staff continue to demonstrate time and again that safety is our number one priority. Starting the new year under the auspices of local control, with proactive protocols in place we are prepared to provide a safe learning environment for students and staff, simultaneously supporting effective education and the social-emotional, health, safety and well-being of all, utilizing an optional mask plan. So, while we disagree on Executive Order 251, we also disagree that those who oppose it do not hold the safety and well-being of students and staff as a top priority,” she said. Brick joined several other school leaders who also have been sending statements against the mask mandate, including Central Regional and Lacey. Officials have said that they are showing solidarity and strength in numbers by making the statement together.

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Congressman Kim Holds Town Hall On Cyber Safety

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03) held a telephone town hall where he highlighted issues related to cybersecurity safety, awareness, and internet scams. During the town hall, Congressman Kim also discussed the ongoing situation in Afghanistan and the rise in COVID-19 cases due to the Delta variant. “The last thing New Jersey families, seniors, and small businesses should be worried about are scams that endanger private and sensitive information,” said Congressman Kim. “I hope the information provided by our guest experts will help people across Burlington and Ocean Counties avoid scams

and encouraged people who have had their identity or sensitive information stolen to reach out to our office so we can help.” During the town hall, Congressman Kim was joined by Liz Buser, a representative from the AARP’s Fraud Watch Network, Taylor Toscano, Assistant Prosecutor from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s office, and Joseph Remy, Supervisor of the Financial Crimes Unit from the Burlington County Prosecutor’s office who discussed ways that seniors and small businesses can avoid falling prey to internet and cyber scams. Questions raised by people in both Burlington and Ocean County during the town

hall included how someone can recover from identity theft, how, when, and where they can get a booster shot of the COVID-19 vaccine, what is being done to help evacuate those in need in Afghanistan, and what can be done to help stop both scam and spam phone and robocalls calls. Congressman Kim highlighted his work on bipartisan bills that would help fight back against spam phone calls and internet scams. Bills like the Locking Up Robocallers Act of 2019, allows the Department of Justice to prosecute illegal robocallers. The Congressman also highlighted two bipartisan bills introduced in this Congress,

the RING Act which requires banks to create a toll-free number for seniors to report and resolve fraud issues, and the National Guard Cybersecurity Support Act that gives states the ability to decide how best to deploy the National Guard to respond to cyber attacks like those against our public infrastructure that we’ve seen recently. Additionally, on April 2nd, 2020, Congressman Kim joined Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, and Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina, in cautioning against the increased potential of scams targeting people receiving COVID-19 relief payments through the CARES Act.

Menendez: Bill Would Boost Offshore Wind Development

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) joined Sen. Edward J. Markey and Elizabeth Warren (both D-Mass.) in announcing introduction of the Offshore Wind American Manufacturing Act, a transformational piece of legislation that will drive domestic manufacturing and offshore wind deployment. The legislation builds off the success from the 48C Advanced Manufacturing Tax Credit and would further cultivate a robust offshore wind supply chain in the United States, ensuring that the offshore wind revolution will be made in America. To date, the offshore wind supply chain is concentrated in Europe, China, and South Korea. With the growing number of offshore wind leases offered in the United States, the Offshore Wind American Manufacturing Act boosts domestic manufacturing through an investment tax credit and a production tax

credit for qualified offshore wind components and dedicated offshore wind vessels. This legislation would create a 30 percent investment tax credit for qualified facilities that manufacture offshore wind components and subcomponents that would reduce the high capital costs required to build, upgrade, or retool a facility. The investment tax credit would be complemented by a new production tax credit that ranges from two-to-five cents per watt multiplied by the total rated capacity of the turbine. The production tax credit varies by components including blades, towers, nacelles, generators, gearboxes, foundations, and related vessels. The Offshore Wind American Manufacturing Act would prioritize American workers and require prevailing wages for laborers involved in the construction and expansion of qualified manufacturing facilities or in the manufacture of qualified offshore wind products. The full

investment tax credit would be available until December 31, 2028 and phase out annually afterward. The production tax credit would be available until December 31, 2030. Most importantly, the Offshore Wind American Manufacturing Act would help create thousands of manufacturing jobs and ensure that the United States meets President Biden’s offshore wind goal of 30 GW by 2030. “The world is literally on fire and the effects of global climate change will only get worse if we don’t make the serious and necessary investments in clean, renewable energy,” said Sen. Menendez, a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee. “Federal investment in offshore wind manufacturing is good for the environment, good for the economy, and good for the American people. It will create good-paying jobs, expand the nation’s manufacturing base, and keep the U.S. on the cutting edge of new, green technologies, ensuring our

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial A Conspiracy Theory About Conspiracy Theorists Until recently, I didn’t honestly believe in conspiracies. Three people can’t agree on pizza toppings, you think that a group can take over the world? Any time you add an additional person to a power structure it gets even more diluted. Have you ever tried dealing with a middle manager? Totally useless. I’ve also worked a variety of jobs, and covered government meetings for most of my career. From this, I’ve learned that the bigger the organization, the more chances there are for things to go wrong. So, it never really made sense to me that people would believe there’s a huge conspiracy trying to control your life. There are just too many moving parts, too many strong personalities, too many stupid people making mistakes, and too many random occurrences for this to happen. I still believe this, but now I have my own conspiracy theory. My con-

spiracy theory is that there are conspiracy theorists trying to make us believe that there’s a big conspiracy out to get us. That was intentionally confusing for the sake of humor. But let me digress. I think there are people who are part of a conspiracy and they don’t even know it. You might even be one of them. I’ve been attending meetings, or watching them from home, for two decades because of my job. Every town would have one harmless person who would come to the meetings and say something out of left f ield. “We should have a drinking fountain for horses in town.” That sort of thing. (That was a real example, by the way.) This person would be quirky but friendly, and they would have good intentions. The elected officials got to know them by name, and if that person missed a meeting, they’d ask if they were OK. That’s not what’s been happening the last couple of years. I’ve seen people infiltrate meetings, for

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lack of a better word. They always pick a hot-button issue, like COVID or critical race theory, and regurgitate conspiracy theories about it. They’ll go on and on about a topic, when they don’t even live in the town. Or, they’ll talk about something horrible that the school district is doing and then mention that they don’t have a kid in the school. Where are they coming f rom? W hat’s their end goal? Do they get worked up by something they read online and feel like they have to say something so they go to the next meeting, even if it’s not their town? Do they pick a town like Toms River because it has a large crowd and they are dying for an audience? I’m not alone in my concerns. NBC reported that a QAnon leader has urged his followers to start going to board of education meetings, get people scared of critical race theory, for example, and then run for office. Board of education elections are usually won by much fewer votes, so it’s easier to get into positions

of power. If you’re not already aware, QAnon people believe that there’s a conspiracy of powerful people like Biden and Oprah Winfrey who are part of a pedophile ring who are eating white babies and trying to take over the world. Seriously. My aunt, who lives in another state, is going down this rabbit hole and it’s scary to watch. The National Education Association wrote an article “Is QAnon Radicalizing Your School Board?” They gave examples that “Across the county, conspiracy theorists and proponents of fake news are winning local elections. And their new positions give them a powerful voice in everything from local law enforcement to libraries, trash pickup to textbook purchases.” There are two breeds of people, to my understanding. On one hand, there are people who are intentionally spreading false information to scare people and create power for themselves. I’m not going to name names, but there are a few elected officials in Ocean County right

now who fit this description. They collect people who are feeling scared and hopeless and make them feel more scared – then they tell them that their only hope is voting a certain way. People believe that the government is controlling them; in this case, they’re right. But it’s the person feeding them lies that is really controlling them. On the other hand, there are people who are completely unaware that they believe in conspiracy theories. These are the real victims, here. They think they have found the truth about a subject, but they are being misled. Some of the anti-mask and anti-vaccine complaints are legitimate concerns. I’m not saying that all of it is bunk. People are bringing up some valid arguments and, as you see from our coverage of anti-mask and anti-vaccine events, we cover all sides. But some of it is tied to QAnon. However, QAnon knows that it has a bad reputation, so it has taken its name off of a lot of its media. “The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was pulled was convincing the world

he didn’t exist.” (Charles Baudelaire) You don’t even realize that you’re spreading a conspiracy theory. You just find something online, and it makes sense. Then, because Facebook tracks what you look at, it will put a similar thing in front of your eyeballs. Before you know it, you’ve read a dozen things that are all versions of the same theory. Before you know it, you’re hooked. You’re part of the conspiracy without even knowing it. The only thing I can say at this point is please be careful with what you read and watch. Question whether the person putting it out has your interest at heart or if they are trying to manipulate you into fighting people or hating someone who is different than you. If you really want to fight against a conspiracy, the best thing to do is be yourself. Chris Lundy News Editor

Letters To The Editor Give A Voice To The Voiceless Did you know that New Jersey was the first state to sign the Bill of Rights? Did you know that even before the 19th amendment was ratified in 1920, New Jersey’s 1776 Constitution never excluded women from voting? As New Jersey residents, we should be proud that we have been able to lead the way on so many important and ground-breaking developments. Positive social change is something we should continue to lead. So, I must question why we have not led the charge on Farm Animal Protection? Currently our state allows

cruel gestation crates and veal crates in factory farms. These crates confine animals to such an extent that they cannot extend their limbs or turn around. Pregnant pigs are forced to live their entire lives like this, unable to move causing extremely painful muscle and bone damage. Calves are confined to small wooden crates and are fed unnatural diets to induce anemia. Based on our state’s previous actions for giving a voice to the voiceless, I cannot believe that this conforms with New Jersey’s values. Ten other states and the European Union have already banned gestation crates, and nine states have banned veal crates. It’s far

past the time that New Jersey joins these other states to give basic humanities to mother pigs and calves. This year our state needs to pass S.3401/A. 5236. It’s not too late to do the right thing. Meg Kelly Point Pleasant

Don’t Define Yourself By Your Outrage Parents’ opposition to masking children at school is such a perfect example of outrage culture because the mask does literally zero physical harm to the child and protects them

from a serious disease. And the kids don’t care. If all the kids in class have a mask on and theirs looks cool, they do not care. I’m a teacher. No kids have more than grumbled about (t he m), t he n c ompl ie d with the mask mandate. But some people just need something to be angry about. How sad that they make this outrage over nothing their whole ident it y. How sa d t hat their indignation is more impor tant to them than their children’s health. Ray Peterson Jersey Shore Resident

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By Chris Lundy BRICK – Lovey is a two and a half year old boy who was pulled from an overcrowded NJ shelter and has been waiting since September for someone to fall in love with him. Lovey is very spirited and outgoing. He is the first one to run and greet you in our free roaming room. Lovey has watched many of his kitty friends go home and when he sees the carrier come in to get them, he jumps right in hoping it’s his turn! He is super affectionate and LOVES to play! He can be an escape artist so a watchful eye is necessary so he does not run out the door. He can live with a smaller dog that

is used to cats. You can view this pet and more at jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org. The mission of the Jersey Shore Animal Center is to rescue and care for unwanted, abused, and sick animals. Our goal is to adopt these special animals to caring and loving forever homes they so richly deserve. The shelter is open for tours (facemasks required) Tuesday through Saturday from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. The office hours are Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. They are located at 185 Brick Boulevard and can be reached at 732-920-1600.

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Brick Fire & EMS Attend Drills With Hackensack Meridian Air Crew

─Photo courtesy Brick Fire Department BRICK – All fire companies of the Brick Township Fire Department and Brick Township Police EMS attended a drill with the Hackensack Meridian Air Crew.

It was a great training evolution with a great team. Thank you to Hackensack Meridian for providing a really great drill for the members.

... ask Michelle Welcome to our Q & A Column. We will be here every month to answer your dementia related questions. Please send your questions to Questions@care-one. com. Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson is here to assist you in your journey. Q: If a person living with dementia hallucinates, should the caregiver or family go along with it, or should they tell them the truth; that the hallucination does not exist? Gina G. A: Dear Gina G., Pick and choose your battles. Redirect and reassure them that they are safe, especially if it is a disturbing hallucination. Bring them to another room/location. Enter their world, do not orient them to reality. Tell them they are safe, and that you have handled the situation. Try to distract or redirect them to another activity or task. It is important to meet them where they are, and to make them feel safe. Q: If a family member passes, should you tell the person living with dementia, or do you spare them the upset? Lisa K. A: Dear Lisa K., It depends on how involved the deceased was in their life, frequency of contact, and it also depends on what stage of dementia the person is in. Even if you tell them, will they remember? If they don’t remember, each time that you remind them, it’s like hearing it for the first time and grieving starts all over again. Its best to avoid that kind of news and to not reorient to that news.

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Winners Announced For The Annual Fishing Derby

─Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – Congratulations to the winners of the Annual Brick Township Fishing Derby! 1st place: Christian Murphy (1.15 lbs); 2nd place: Parker Murphy (1 lb); 3rd place: Layla Goode (.6 lb)

Township Asking Residents To Participate In Floodplain Management Surveys BRICK – The Township of Brick is undergoing it’s 5-Year Cycle Verif ication Review for participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), Community Rating System (CRS). The CRS program is a voluntary program that affords municipalities the ability to achieve a discount on Flood Insurance Premiums for residents who live in flood zones, have compliant structures and have a f lood insurance policy. The Township’s Land Use and Engineering Department lead the program that requires hundreds of hours of collaboration, coordination, documentation and verification of compliant construction, zoning and planning activities within the Special Flood Hazard Area. As part of the 5-Year Cycle Verification, the Township must re-adopt its Floodplain Management Plan. The Floodplain Management Planning Committee is working with a consultant to obtain survey data regarding the Townships

activities in a number of categories ranging from emergency notification to construction management. See the attached links to Survey Monkey where you’ll f ind the following surveys: Citizen Survey – surveymonkey.com/r/ BrickFMPCitizen Business and Commerce Survey – surveymonkey.com/r/BrickFMPBusiness Emergency Services Survey – surveymonkey.com/r/BrickFMPEmergencyServices Brick Township Repetitive Loss Area Analysis Survey – surveymonkey.com/r/ BrickRLAA Please take a moment to complete these surveys to provide us with information and data to help us complete this worthy task and maintain our status as a Class 6 community, earning a 20 percent discount in Flood Insurance Premiums for our residents.

Roaring Twenties Special Children’s Committee Charity Ball

BRICK – You are invited to the Roaring Twenties Special Children’s Committee Charity Ball hosted by the Brick Elks Lodge #2151 on October 9. Cocktail hour starts at 6 p.m. Dinner and dancing from 7 to 11 p.m. Dress code is 1920s or for mal ( jacket and

tie). Music by Take Five Band. Tickets are $55. RSVP for tickets to: Ter ri Mur rin Chair at 732-814-9551; Bonnie Lane, Co-Chair at 732-740-4720. The Brick Elks Lodge is located at 2491 Hooper Avenue in Brick.

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Around The Jersey Shore Vaccine Booster Shots Available To Certain Patients

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Residents with moderately to severely compromised immune systems will be welcome to receive booster shots at clinics run by the county. The doses can only be given at least 28 days after the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. The Center for Disease Control advised that there is not enough data yet to determine whether people who got the Johnson and Johnson shot will see any improvement with an additional inoculation. They are available for people who have: Active treatment for solid tumor and hematologic malignancies, Receipt of a solid-organ transplant and taking immunosuppressive therapy, Receipt of CAR-T-cell or hematopoietic stem cell transplant (within 2 years of transplantation or taking immunosuppression therapy), Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as Di George syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome), Advanced or untreated HIV infection, and/or Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids (~20mgprednisoneor equivalent per day), alkylating agents, antimetabolites, transplant-related immunosuppressive drugs, cancer chemotherapeutic agents classified as severely immunosuppressive, tumor-necrosis (TNF) blockers, and other biologic agents that are immunosuppressive or immunomodulatory. People should talk to their healthcare provider about their medical condition, and whether get-

ting an additional dose is appropriate for them, the Ocean County Health Department advised. Those who are interested in getting a booster should bring their current COVID-19 vaccination record card identifying which 2-dose vaccine was administered prior and the dates. They don’t need to prove that they have one of the above conditions. Vaccination clinics are held at Ocean County College from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Other clinics will be listed at ochd.org. This comes on the heels of news that the U.S. is rolling out a booster program to all people in September. This has been a controversial move on the world stage, as some medical professionals think there isn’t enough evidence to require more shots for the general population. The World Health Organization has criticized the U.S. because residents here will be getting their third doses when people in other nations can’t get any. Numbers of positive tests have increased across the country, particularly in states with low vaccination rates and low mask usage, statistics show. In Ocean County, there is an increase in daily positive tests, however it is not on the scale that it is in other locations. Because of this, the OCC drive-thru testing site will be open every Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. To register for this test, visit ochd.org. Only the PCR test is available at this time at this location. For COVID-19 and vaccine questions, call 732-380-5079.

One-Man Golf Marathon To Raise Funds For Vets

By Chris Lundy MANCHESTER – Why play 18 holes when you can play 200? That’s just what Ed Walls is setting out to do. He will be the sole participant in a one-day, 200-hole golf marathon on September 5, Patriot Golf Day. It will take place at the Renaissance Country Club, where Walls is the head golf professional. This will be the tenth year he has taken on this challenge, raising more than 75,000 to date for the Folds of Honor foundation, which provides educational scholarships for military families. In 2020, he won the Patriot Award from the NJPGA for his efforts and dedication to the Folds

of Honor charity. For 2021, he set his goal to break $25,000 in donations. This means he will play the equivalent of 11 rounds of golf, plus 2 additional holes. To encourage additional pledges and score-based donations, he will play the final 18 holes using only a 7 iron. “Having put two children through college, I understand the cost and difficulty for some to achieve their dreams. I am very humbled to be able to be a small contributor to their continued educational endeavors…educate their legacy is a perfect tagline,” he said. For more information and to donate, or call 908-230-1611.

Craft And Vendor Fair At Windward Beach Park

BRICK – The Brick Township Craft and Vendor Fair gives citizens the opportunity to shop from a variety of talented crafters and vendors at Windward Beach Park. The fair

will take place on October 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The rain date for this event is October 10. For information on becoming a vendor, please call Brick Recreation at 732-262-1075.

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Around The Jersey Shore Man Rescues Baby Deer From Drowning In Lagoon

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─Photo courtesy Chad Wallace Wallace holding the baby deer he rescued on July 3 from a lagoon. By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – Not all heroes wear capes… When Chad Wallace saw a distressed fawn stuck in the lagoon, he knew he had to dive in and save it. “I’m not going to let him die,” Wallace said in a TikTok video that’s now reached over seven million views. The video, posted by his wife Cara, shows a baby deer struggling to swim in the lagoon near the docks and bulkheads of homes. Without hesitation, Wallace jumped into the water to save the fawn. “We were at a graduation party. While we were there, my wife came over to me a said there was a baby deer drowning in the water,” Wallace told Jersey Shore Online during a phone interview. “It didn’t even take a thought. It really was just an impulse to save it.” The fawn had been stuck under the docks of the lagoon in the Windsor Park neighborhood of Toms River. Wallace explained how the water could range anywhere from 15 to 20 feet deep. “There was no way for it to get out. When you get in there (the lagoon), there’s no

stairs. It’s all docks that you pull your boat up to,” Wallace said. “I’m familiar with the lagoons since my parents live in Toms River and there was no way for that deer to get out at all without someone intervening.” After rescuing the fawn, Wallace had initially called animal control but later released it back into nearby woods where it was reunited with its mother. “I called animal control and waited for them for like 45 minutes. They were no help since it was a holiday weekend,” Wallace said. “So I went on Google Maps and was able to find a patch of woods. When I found the patch of woods at the end of the lagoon, right when we pulled up a mother deer was standing there screaming.” After the video was posted on TikTok, it was then shared by an animal page on Facebook and has now collected over 34 million views. “You would have done the same thing,” Wallace wrote on a follow up video posted on TikTok. “I didn’t expect this at all… it’s just a normal day for me,” Wallace said about the overwhelming response from the video.

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of the time. Arnold Palmer has been an active wearer of hearing aids for many years. Golf Digest interviewed Mr. Palmer about the benefits of wearing hearing aids when golfing. Mr. Palmer said, “Your eyes are key on the golf course but I can tell you that your ears are equally important to playing good golf.” Thus, if you’re an avid golfer suffering from hearing loss, you may want to have your hearing tested to determine whether hearing aids can be beneficial to you, in particular, helping your golf game and lowering your handicap. Dr. Izzy is always available to answer serious questions regarding most hearing care issues. He can be reached at 732-8183610 or www.gardenstatehearing .com.

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How Medications Inadvertently Cause Memory Problems By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Several dozen people have died while on vacation at different Caribbean islands including the Dominican Republic. While not totally conclusive for everyone, post-mortem examination suggests organophosphate (insecticide or pesticide) poisoning may have been implicated. The toxic and fatal effects occur due to an imbalance in the cholinergic pathways of the human body. When I say “cholinergic” I am referring to acetylcholine production and utilization. To be clear, the neurotransmitter acetylcholine is a beneficial, memory-enhancing and life-giving compound in the body. It is a natural compound that your nerve cells use to communicate with one another. You can’t think or live without it. But like all good things, poisoning the body with substances that spike acetylcholine levels can be fatal. Let’s talk about acetylcholine some more because it is the neurotransmitter that many good medications target in the opposite way. By that I mean some drugs lower levels of acetylcholine as part of their side effect profile. They may do something helpful like ease depression, but in doing so, they have the side effect of reducing acetylcholine a little bit. Reducing acetylcholine function causes memory problems due to the anticholinergic side effect. It is that side effect that may cause you to get diagnosed with a memory disorder you don’t really have. For people with new onset memory issues, the first thing I have them do is look in their medicine cabinet! What are you taking that could be causing this?

If a drug raises acetylcholine it is termed a “cholinergic” drug. Medications that slightly increase levels are good for the brain and memory system. Drugs that seek to do this usually work by blocking an enzyme that would otherwise degrade the acetylcholine, so it hangs around longer. Pills that seek to do this are useful, and include donepezil, rivastigmine, and galantamine all used for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s or dementia. How does the brain respond when you take an anticholinergic drug? You know these medications as drugs that lower acetylcholine as part of their side effect profile. In fact, they are blockbusters big name drugs like diphenhydramine and chlorpheniramine for allergies, scopolamine patches for dizziness, oxybutynin or tolteridine for bladder problems, many older antidepressants, ipratropium inhalers for breathing, dicyclomine for IBS and others. Just as you would imagine, anticholinergic drugs can harm memory pathways. There was a JAMA study published in 2015, entitled, “Cumulative Use of Strong Anticholinergics and Incident Dementia.” They evaluated data from hundreds of participants over 10 years and essentially, they found that long term use of anticholinergic drugs is bad for the brain! If you wish you had more brain power, take a look at the medications you’re currently taking and see if you’re taking an anticholinergic drug. If you’re worried about brain function, I have a free ebook on the topic available at my website, suzycohen.com as well as a longer version of this informative article.

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Recreation Announces Yoga For Kids Program

BRICK – Registration is open for Brick Recreation Department’s Yoga for Kids program. This program is open to residents ages 7 to 14 and will be held at Hank Waltonowski Park starting on September 15 through October 20. What can children learn from yoga? Lots! Yoga teaches correct breathing, improves flexibility, increases muscle strength and more. Class instructor will teach yoga poses, relaxation and focus. Yoga mats provided. Mindfulness practices will also be introduced to empower them with way to be calm, be present and practice gratitude. Classes will be held on Wednesdays from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Fee is $30 per person. For more information, call 732-262-1073. Register online at register.communitypass.net/BrickTownship.

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Further, it is important to note another critical benefit of the Workers Compensation Act. This benefit protects employees from collections law suits when the employee obtains medical treatment that has been wrongfully or negligently withheld by an employer. This benefit, was upheld by the New Jersey Appellate Court in Kinley Physical Therapy Services, Inc. v. Kramer, and unequivocally states that a medical service provider is prohibited from filing an action against the employee until a determination has been made by the Division of Workers’ Compensation. The Court reasoned that a medical provider is normally not permitted to pursue collection actions in court until it resolves all administrative remedies, thus, the employee must be shielded from all actions by the medical provider until the Court determines whether or not the employer is responsible for the cost of medical care. If you feel your legitimate benefits have been denied and you live in the New Jersey, our workers compensation lawyers would like to talk to you to see if we can assist you with your case. Please call for a free consultation. R.C. Shea & Associates, 244 Main Street, Toms River, N.J. (732) 505-1212.

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Governor Requiring Masks In Schools

By Chris Lundy TRENTON – Gov. Phil Murphy announced that all schools will be back to wearing masks to slow the spread of the coronavirus in September. During one of his press conferences about COVID-19, he said a number of factors have led to that decision. First, the fact that children younger than 12 can not get the vaccine. Second, that too many older kids and adults haven’t been vaccinated either. And third, that other schools that opened already in other states have seen “rampant” spread of the disease. “All students, staff, and visitors will be required to wear masks regardless of vaccination status,” he said. However, schools will continue to be full time in person. He said that there was too much of a loss over the last year with kids being home, without being able to learn from a teacher in the same room. Without the mask mandate, the numbers would go up and schools might have to shut down, he said. Therefore, masking was the better option. “Anyone telling you we can safely re-open schools without wearing masks is simply lying to you,” he said, addressing the misinformation and political campaigns that are spreading falsehoods. “This is not permanent,” he said. Hopefully, numbers will become safe enough to show that restrictions can be eased without causing a rollback.

He made it a point to note that kids can take off masks if they have a disability that would make it difficult, if they are engaging in strenuous physical exercise in gym, or if the rooms are not air conditioned and they get very hot. The Delta variant, which has been making the rounds, has proven to be more contagious than the normal strain of the virus, medical professionals agree. Even if someone is vaccinated, they can be a carrier for the disease and spread it to others; therefore even vaccinated people are encouraged to wear masks when social distancing is not possible. Of the people in the last week who were admitted to the hospital for COVID-19, 80% were unvaccinated, he said. Of the people who died from COVID-19 in the last week, 100% of them were unvaccinated. “Anyone willfully ignoring this is putting themselves and their communities in danger,” he said. One of the guest speakers at the press conference was Dr. Jeanne Craft, president of the New Jersey Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She said that even though children are less affected by the virus, it doesn’t mean they are unaffected by it. Since the beginning of the pandemic, New Jersey lost seven children to the virus. “That number might seem small but it means seven families that won’t see their child grow up.”

Man Charged With Taking Photos Up Woman’s Skirt

By Chris Lundy BRICK – A 62-year-old man was charged with taking a picture up a woman’s skirt, police said. Donald Sheridan, of Brick, was spotted by a witness in ShopRite crouched to the floor and holding his cell phone under the skirt of a woman. This took place on August 17 at around 7:30 p.m. The witness yelled “I know what you’re doing” and confronted Sheridan. The witness stayed with him while the victim told

store workers to call the police. When police arrived, they interviewed the people involved. The security footage of the incident showed Sheridan allegedly positioning himself to hold his phone under the victim’s dress. He was charged with Invasion of Privacy. The Brick Township Police commended this witness for getting involved and acknowledged that public safety is best served when the police and community work as a team.

Brick Recreation Softball Skills Clinic

BRICK – Registration is now open for the new softball skills clinic program. The clinic will focus primarily on fundamentals where participants will be instructed through softball basics in offense, defense and pitching. Players will learn proper athletic movements and with continued training, will be more prepared to compete at a higher level. Mini-games are included to keep the pace fun and engaging while reinforcing the skills they have learned. Registration fee is $50. The clinic will take

place on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6 to 8 p.m. at Joe Boland Softball Field (across from Brick Memorial). The clinic is open to girls in grades 3 through 8. Session 1 is from September 13 through 29. Session 2 is from October 11 through 27. For more information, call 732-262-4622. Register Online: Register.communitypass.net Search “Brick Township, NJ” Login or Create Account

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Continued From Page 1 resources they need to build back stronger than ever before. “Mercy Center is unique in that it holistically addresses the circumstances and needs of the individual through its various wraparound services and program offerings,” she said. “Additionally, through its strategic community collaborations, it can also offer access to other partner agencies that address the issues that contribute to family issues/ hardships. These are just a few of the many reasons why I am so incredibly excited to move forward as Executive Director and grow the wonderful vision that was started

by Sister Carol Ann Henry 39 years ago.” Guadagno’s career in politics, nonprofits, and law made her a strong choice to head up the organization. “Our search for a new Executive Director allowed us to consider a number of excellent candidates from many walks of life and, after careful consideration, we are so pleased to welcome Kim Guadagno into this critical role,” said Mary Beth Radke, Chair of Mercy Center’s Board of Trustees. “Guadagno is passionate about our vision and will help to ensure that Mercy Center continues to grow and serve the greater Asbury Park community for many more years to come.” For more information, visit mercycenternj. org.

Lakewood Residents Should Apply For Emergency Assistance

LA K EWOOD – Lakewood Mayor Ray Coles, Mike McNeil Director of S.T.E.P.S. (Solutions to End Poverty Soon) and Gary Quinn Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissions, want to make sure that that those who need rental assistance know that they should apply for the Residential Emergency Rental Assistance Program. The application can be found at ocr-erap. co.ocean.nj.us. McNeil is stressing that if you have any problems or need assistance with the

application, call him at 732-367-1640. Individuals can also come to his office at 14 South Clifton Avenue, Lakewood, by appointment only, to get help. The Residential Emergency Rental Assistance Program is designed to help low-income residents who are struggling to pay rent or facing eviction. The coronavirus pandemic has created financial challenges for many, such as being out of work and health issues from the virus, and officials want to help low-income residents keep the roof over their heads.

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Around The Jersey Shore Slight Increase In Local Crashes This Year

─Photo courtesy OC Scanner News Dangerous crashes seemed to happen every week in the first half of summer. By Sydney Kennedy JERSEY SHORE – The region saw a slight uptick in motor vehicle crashes so far this year in comparison to last year. Whether we’ve seen more cars on the road due to the end of the pandemic or if it’s basic carelessness, the influx of summer tourists, or people finally feeling like they can get out and do things that they forget to be safe, there has been a noticeable increase in crashes lately. The New Jersey State Police reported an increase in car crashes for roughly the first half of the year. Sgt. Alejandra Goez of the Public Information Unit reported there were 457 crashes handled by State Police in Ocean County from January 1 to June 22 in 2021, up from 405 crashes from January 1, 2020 to June 22, 2020. In 2021, 404 of the 457 crashes took place on the Garden State Parkway. The rest were other state roads and areas. “The slight [year-to-date] increase in State Police crashes can most likely be attributed to the fact that there are more vehicles traveling on the road in 2021 compared to 2020, which was the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic,” Goez said. He also reported “a slight [year-to-date] decrease in State Police fatal crashes.” From January 1, 2020 to June 22, 2020, there were 14 fatal crashes with 15 fatalities that took place in Ocean County. Of the 14 crashes, five of them took place in State Police jurisdiction. From January 1 to June 22 of this year, there were 15 fatal crashes with 16 fatalities that took place in Ocean County. Of the 15 crashes, three of them took place in State Police jurisdiction this year. Some local jurisdictions are showing a similar trend. There were 1,785 motor vehicle accidents reported in Toms River from January 1 to July 7 this year. There were 1,614 motor vehicle accidents reported from January 1, 2020 to July 7, 2020, meaning there were 171 more accidents or roughly a 10.6 percent increase in accidents.

However, these numbers trend downward from 2018 and 2019’s reports. In 2018, 2,508 motor vehicle accidents were reported in the same time period. In 2019, 2,356 were reported in the given time period. The motor vehicle crashes reported range from serious crashes to minor parking lot fender-benders. “Through education, enforcement, and engineering, as well as other initiatives, including DDACTS (Data Driven Approaches to Crime and Traffic Safety) we have been able to significantly reduce the amount of traffic accidents in Toms River,” Jillian Messina, Media Relations Specialist at the Toms River Police Department, told The Toms River Times. “DDACTS is where officers are directed to high crime and high traffic areas during the times where they occur the most. This initiative has significantly reduced those incidences in Toms River.” According to Messina, the Toms River Police Department urges drivers to “buckle up” and “make sure passengers are buckled up.” They also urge drivers to keep “heads up, phones down” because “that call or text can wait.” In addition, drivers “should never get behind the wheel impaired or exhausted, or leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle.” They should obey the speed limit and avoid distractions. Pedestrians, according to Messina, are urged by the Toms River Police Department to utilize crosswalks, look both ways before walking into the street and “make eye contact” with drivers who are stopping for you before you cross. “The New Jersey State Police reminds motorists to not drive distracted and do not get behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Sergeant Goez said. “Always wear a seatbelt and obey all traffic laws.” The Toms River Police Department can be reached at 732-349-0150. The New Jersey State Police Division Headquarters can be reached at 609-882-2000. In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

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Around The Jersey Shore Parents’ Rights And Children With Masks

By Stephanie Faughnan SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY – A legal debate has been raging over the wearing of masks in school. On one side are parents saying “The government is overstepping its authority and infringing on the rights of parents to make their own decision.” On the other side are parents who say “What about the rights of my children to be safe in school?” “I have four children in the Barnegat School District,” shared Jamie Kasprovitz. “They have the right to a safe education, without the risk of an unmitigated virus running rampant through the schools.” Kasprovitz said she took advantage of the district’s virtual learning option last year. She strongly approves of Governor Phil Murphy’s mask mandate. As far as she’s concerned, the science dictates their need. “People tell me they don’t care if I want my kids to wear a mask,” Kasprovitz said. “However, that’s not enough. There are infographics that show the percentages of what happens if only one user wears a mask. They only really work efficiently if everyone wears a mask.” With remote learning off the table this year, Kasprovitz investigated the prospect of homeschooling. She is not a teacher and therefore looked for an option that would ensure her children received a formal education. “Homeschooling that somewhat resembles what we had with the virtual option would cost our family $2,000 per child,” shared Kasprovitz. “It just doesn’t make sense.” Kelly Lepine, another Barnegat mom, takes the opposite position. Last June, her son Mark Steven Ford spoke at a Board of Education meeting, expressing his difficulties with wearing a mask. At the time, Lepine had already started a GoFundme to retain a constitutional lawyer to fight the Governor’s executive orders in a class action lawsuit. Attorney Bruce Afron plans to amend the complaint he filed to include an injunction against the executive order requiring the mask mandate. “Parents have the right to have their own kids wear a mask, but they don’t have the right to demand that other children give up their rights of speech or association,” Afron said. “We don’t limit those rights because some parents may be fearful.” Afron dismissed the argument that constitutional rights are subject to government authority when it comes to protecting people’s health, safety, and welfare. “The mere fact that we want to make some people feel more at ease doesn’t give the state the right to ask every school district to follow these mandates,” stated Afron. Waretown mother Amanda Lynn’s daughter attended a gifted and talented program this summer within the school district. She says her five-year-old was the only one wearing a mask. “There are fragile kids and kids with medical conditions who we need to protect in school,” Jean shared. “They have a right to a free and

appropriate public education as well.” Educators also have different views on the mask mandates. Some didn’t agree with the mask mandate at any stage. When districts lifted them last year, some felt confident because they were vaccinated. They now face some uncertainty with recent mutations of the virus. “Wearing a mask is a small thing we can do to protect ourselves, but moreso it can possibly protect OTHER PEOPLE, said Angela Stella-Randall, who teaches in the Little Egg Harbor school district. “Why would I not do this small thing to protect my students, my co-workers, and myself?” The debate over mask mandates led to a recent consortium of area school officials put in a precarious position. Some board of education members themselves believe masks serve no purpose. Personal opinions aside, outward defiance of the mandate comes with repercussions. “All districts have to file a reopening plan as outlined by the Department of Education,” explained Martin Buckley, Barnegat and Stafford’s school board attorney. “With the executive order, the masking component is one of the requirements that districts must have in their reopening plans.” According to Buckley, reopening plans that do not include the masking language would undoubtedly be kicked back from the Department of Education. Schools can’t reopen without an approved reopening plan. The Stafford Township School District went so far as to pass a resolution requesting that Murphy rescind his mask mandate and let their district make its own decisions. Other districts have done the same in letter form. Barnegat Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian Latwis said that he developed a matrix last year to make COVID-19 closing decisions. The district looked at case numbers within the town, the district, and individual schools. The plan would be to keep schools safe using similar metrics. “If the Governor gives us back the decision, we want masks optional,” said Shawn Denning, Ocean Township (Waretown) Board of Education President. “If we poll the parents and the general consensus is they want masks optional, we would listen to the community.” The New Jersey School Boards Association wrote last year on contagion transmission liability. While the article does not specifically address masks, school districts may be held liable for students or employees infected at schools. “There are now 13 kids with COVID currently being treated in our hospitals, two of whom are in intensive care,” said Murphy when he announced the mask mandate. “There are those on one side in this who will preface these numbers with the word ‘only.’ They are essentially perfectly accepting of these numbers. Remember, we have seven losses of life since the beginning of this awful pandemic of kids under the age of 18. We can never say ‘only’ to that.”

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OCEAN COU NTY – Free English classes for legal immigrants will be offered from September through May at two locations in Ocean County. In the morning from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Brick Public Library, 301 Chambers Bridge Rd and in the evening from 6 to 9 p.m. at St. Luke’s Community Center, 1674 Old Freehold Rd., Toms River.

The classes, funded by a charitable trust foundation, will integrate English language skills with the study of US civics and history needed to pass the national citizenship exam. Registration and testing are scheduled for September l at the Brick Public Library from 9 to 11 a.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. Applicants must call Sr. Peggy to pre-register at 732-998-3153.

Historic Homes Of Brick

BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society will hold a meeting September 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Herbertsville Firehouse, 601 Herbertsville Rd, Brick. Gene Donatiello, the township historian and a founding member of the society, will present a slide program on historic homes of Brick. What makes a home historical? Donatiello will explain the different reasons. It could be for the home’s style, architecture,

the materials used, or for its purpose, the era in which it was built or for the people who lived in it. Some of the homes in Brick fall into one or more of these categories. Admission is free, and the public is welcome. Park in the back of the firehouse. For more information about the society see its website at brictownshiphistoricalsociety. com (look for the one that starts with “Keeping historical...”) or call 732-785-2500.

Visit Our Website at www.lakewoodrenfair.com September 18th & 19th

In Celebration of Our 40th Anniversary, we have Rolled Back Our Prices! $10 per person • ALL Children Under 12 FREE Students, Seniors & Military: $8

Proceeds Benefit Lions Charities

For more information contact the Lakewood Lions at P.O. Box 1446, Lakewood, NJ 08701. Or call 732.414.9639

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Fun & Games

Sudoku

C rossword P uzzle

Across 1 Bobbleheads, e.g. 6 Jury decision 11 Pair of Grammys? 14 “It’s __ time!” 15 Old photo tint 16 Dwarf who mixes up his words 17 Angry reaction 19 “This American Life” host Glass 20 Meeting goal often not achieved 21 Nuclear energy device 23 Lip 26 Firefighter’s tool 27 Indian noble 31 Surly 35 Soft palate projection 37 Not what one would expect 38 It went down in history 40 Connects with 44 Mexican bread

46 Single-master 47 Stable cleaner 51 Tolkien tree creatures 52 Palm tree superfood 53 Ancient home 55 Predator with a heart-shaped face 59 Card game with trumps 64 Hurricane season mo. 65 “The Shawshank Redemption” event, and what’s hidden in four puzzle rows 68 Cravat or ascot 69 Like Caspar Milquetoast 70 Give a false idea of 71 Low 72 Deposit in the attic, say 73 Cheerleaders’ assortment Down 1 “James and the Giant

Peach” author 2 Wind heard in Dion’s “Abraham, Martin and John” 3 Desolate 4 Organ in a chest 5 Decides to leave alone 6 Biblical mount 7 Harmless cyst 8 Imitator 9 Slope 10 It may be crunched 11 Spell-checker, say 12 Lacking in joy 13 Rustled (up) 18 Bangkok native 22 Private laugh 24 Golfing mishaps 25 Camera type, briefly 27 Rural road feature 28 Prefix with fauna 29 Stick (out) 30 2019 Mena Massoud title role 32 Free of commissions, as a mutual fund 33 Young Darth

34 Cookie containers 36 Indigo plant 39 Having four sharps 41 Absalom, to David 42 “PAW Patrol” fan 43 Special ___ 45 Caviar 47 Clogs 48 Thorny shrub 49 Made a sudden move 50 Rounded hammer part 54 Lumpy, as a knit fabric 56 Comes down on one side of something 57 Court order 58 Ride to the prom 60 Algonquin language 61 Severe criticism 62 Fence crosspiece 63 Manages to get, with “out” 66 Military address 67 “To Autumn,” for one

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of aug 28 - sept 3 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): In the week ahead, use your high energy levels and stamina to tackle any project that requires staying power. You may notice that a partner or loved one is dedicated to accuracy and cautious about spending. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Diplomatically develop new social contacts within your business circle as this week unfolds. You might feel held back on the job or reactive to a restriction or an unfair restraint. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): As this week progresses, you’ll see that one of your greatest ambitions can be achieved if you’re willing to be pragmatic. Focus on having the best bottom line and let others delve into creative ideas. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put on your thinking cap and come up with creative ideas that will serve you well. Companions or loved ones may set a sterling example of hard work and determination in the week ahead. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Some situations may seem too serious to discuss, but good advice from a partner or loved one may be available. In the week ahead, reevaluate your financial stability and choose major purchases with an emphasis on durability. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’re filled with ideas and should find plenty to talk about in the upcoming week. Focus on giving your most important decisions adequate forethought. Find inspired ways to stay within the budget. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Duty and

diligence might be the keywords that guide your hand as the week begins. Saving a few pennies here and there can add up over time. You can get ahead by taking a sensible, practical approach to problems. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It might be difficult to unwind due to an active mind. You may have your heart set on acquiring something special in the upcoming week. Carefully consider whatever you plan to buy. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Be an inspiration; people will be able to share your visions. In the week ahead, you might be able to use your eagle eye to see the possibilities so that you can make your business and financial dreams come true. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You might handle your money according to the principles of supply and demand in the week ahead. You may “do without” or “do it yourself” if it makes sense to shave a few dollars off expenses. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Added insights mean that the benefits you enjoy may be clearer than usual, but missed opportunities might also be highlighted. A focus on achieving your ambitions could permeate the week ahead. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A little romance is good for the soul. As this week begins, you may attract kindness and understanding from loved ones. You might be in the mood for tasteful purchases or artistic activities, so use your money wisely.

MOST OF THE ‘COOKING’ FOR THIS BREAKFAST HAPPENS WHILE YOU’RE ASLEEP By America’s Test Kitchen

OVERNIGHT OATMEAL WITH BLUEBERRIES AND ALMONDS Serves 4

3 cups plus 1 cup water, measured separately 1 cup steel-cut oats 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup sliced almonds 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons almond butter 1. In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups water to boil over high

heat. Remove from heat and stir in oats and salt. Cover the saucepan with the lid and let sit overnight. 2. In the mor ning, st ir the r e m ai ni n g 1 cu p of w at e r into the saucepan with the oats and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and cook , stir ring occasionally, until the mixture is creamy and the oats are tender but chewy, 4 to 6 minutes. 3. Remove from heat. Stir in blueberries, almonds, sugar and almond butter. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Serve.

(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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