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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – An additional candidate will be running for Berkeley’s 2nd Ward. Patrick O’Keefe’s name was omitted in a previous Berkeley Times article because he was not yet posted on the Ocean County Clerk’s candidate list. Candidates have filed to run for seats on both
─Photo by Chris Lundy McKenzie Peace, 4, gets her face painted at the Magical Moments booth. By Chris Lundy d r izzle for most of “Dreams.” This is the said that he had been BEACHWOOD – It the day. A few times, song that says “Thun- watching the weather took more than a little there would be steady der only happens when reports, worried about rain to keep people rain for a few minutes. it’s raining.” Fortu- if he should call it or away from Beachwood The band performed nately, there was no not. On the afternoon Community Day. cl a s sic r o ck s o ng s thunder or lightning. of the day before, it There was a slight like Fleetwood Mac’s Mayor Ron Roma (Shines - See Page 4)
Candidate Joins Council Race the mu n icipal governing body and local boards of education. Election day is November 2. The township is split geographically into four wards. Each ward has a council member representing them. In Ward 1, Republican Councilman James Byrnes is being challenged by Democrat
Alexis Loftus. In Ward 2, Republican Councilman Angelo Guadagno is being challenged by Democrat Patrick O’Keefe. In Ward 3, Republican Councilman Michael Signorile is being challenged by Democrat Andrew Prudente. In Ward 4, Republican Councilwoman Sophia Gingrich is being chal-
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Berkeley Schools The Berkeley School Board is elected to represent the public in the matters of the elementary schools in town. Four people are running unopposed under the slogan “Building Berkeley’s Fut u re.” Douglas Bowens,
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GoFundMe Set Up For Family Of Fallen Lifeguard
By Chris Lundy and Alyssa Riccardi BERKELEY – An online fundraiser was started to cover funeral expenses for a lifeguard who was struck by lightning. Keith Pinto was working at the White Sands beach on August 30, when a sudden storm tore through the county. Pinto, 19, was killed and seven others were wounded. “Words cannot describe how so many of us are feeling right now,” said Chase Vander Vliet, who organized the fundraiser. “We lost a special guy tonight, one who was so close and meant so much to so many people.” The fundraiser can be found at GoFundMe. com. Click on the Search magnifying glass on the top left of the page and type “rest in peace Keith Pinto” to get there. “It would be impossible to get it all into words how much our friend meant to us but we all know how amazing he was. Keith has left behind an overwhelming amount of amazing memories that will live in our hearts forever. All (Fallen - See Page 4)
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Anne Marie Trethaway, and John MacMoyle are running for three, three-year terms, and James P. Coffey is running for a one-year term. The Central Regional Board covers the middle and high school. It is made up of Berkeley, Ocean Gate, Island Heights, Seaside
By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – A candidate claimed that the County Commissioners were awarding a contract to a business that donated to them, a violation of pay-to-play laws. The county said the issue stems from new state regulations and that nothing was done illegally. At least four firms could be in the running for the contract for new voting machines, according to Ocean County Administrator Carl Block, but the choice may boil down to Elections Systems & Software (ES&S) voting machines and Dominion Voting Systems.
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Continued From Page 1 was the last chance to call it but at that point there was only a 14% chance of rain so he let it go. By the next morning that percentage was far higher. It was still very well attended. An hour into the event, there was no parking next to Birch and Surf Park and people parked a street or more away. Police created safe
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Continued From Page 1 donations will go directly to Keith’s family for the proper goodbye that he deserves. Our hearts are broken by what happened and all our love and support goes out to the Pinto family and all others affected by this tragedy. We’re gonna miss you so much brother,” Vander Vliet wrote. Pinto was a graduate of Toms River High School North. He was known for his kindness and his dedication to his loved ones. His death impacted a lot of people who took to social media to share their feelings. “As a family with our own lifeguards here at the Jersey Shore, the loss of Berkeley Township lifeguard Keith Pinto hits very close to home. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Pinto family during this terrible time,” the Maruca family said. “Many daily beach go-ers get to know their lifeguards on a first name basis. Be sure to thank your guards when leaving the beach each day. Every summer we see each town-
places for people to cross on their way in. Some people came prepared. Carrying umbrellas, they waited on lines for ice cream, food trucks, and more. The Knights of Columbus had a booth selling food as a fundraiser. Picnic tables were set up for people to sit down and enjoy their food while listening to the music. In one corner of the park, a petting zoo and pony rides were set up. In another, there were inflatables and a rock wall.
Two rows of booths stretched from the pony rides to one of the baseball diamonds. While some of the booths were local vendors and crafters, some were raising funds or raising awareness. The group Always Supporting Our Military collects items to send overseas to soldiers, and takes donations to pay for the postage. They were selling items to help with that last part. Anyone who
wishes to help with this mission can call 732-349-0638. The Berkeley-Lacey Relay for Life had a booth there as well, letting people know about the event on September 25-26 at Veterans Park in Berkeley. For more information, visit secure.acsevents.org/site/ STR?pg=entry&fr_id=99030. Both groups said they met new people who expressed interest in helping their organizations.
ship’s beach patrol form a tight bond. We are praying for the entire Berkeley Township Beach Patrol during this difficult time,” they said. “Thank you to the men and women who guard our beaches and keep us safe. They are the unsung heroes of the Jersey Shore… the first responders of summer.” White Sands is in the South Seaside Park section of Berkeley Township between 21st and 23rd streets. The tragedy happened around 4:30 p.m., and four out of the eight total victims were lifeguards. Berkeley Township Police Chief Kevin H. Santucci said that first aid and advanced life support was rendered to the victims. The survivors were taken to Community Medical Center in Toms River for treatment after suffering headaches, dizziness and hearing issues. “This is a tragic and heartbreaking day for our town and the entire Jersey Shore,” Mayor Carmen Amato said. “This young person was out there every day protecting the lives of others. Our lifeguard teams, like so many along the shore, develop special connections
with our community throughout the summer, which makes this loss even greater.” Amato added “on behalf of myself and our entire community, I offer our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this young man.” Governor Phil Murphy issued a statement shortly after the incident. “Our hearts are with the family and friends of the young lifeguard killed by today’s horrific lightning strike on
the beach in Berkeley Township, and we pray for a full recovery for those injured,” he said. “I’ve spoken to Mayor Carmen Amato and offered the full support and assistance of our administration during this difficult time.” According to police, crisis counselors will be available for beach staff employees. This will be the ninth confirmed lightning fatality in the U.S. this year, according to the National Lightning Safety Council.
─Photo courtesy GoFundMe Keith Pinto was remembered as a good natured young man who was always helping others.
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Continued From Page 1 The county is purchasing the new machines for upcoming elections. The new voting machines are required due to a state mandate. The county currently uses the Sequoia Voting Systems AVC Advantage Voting Machine which need to be replaced because they are fully electronic but don’t have a paper backup for each individual vote. Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation on March 30 that requires voting machines which produce a voter-verifiable paper ballot, which allows for an election audit to do a 100% match with cast ballots. During a recent meeting of the Board of Commissioners, Philip Nufrio, a Democrat candidate for County Commissioner, read a statement accusing County Clerk Scott Colabella and Block of delaying the purchase of the new machines. He also stated campaign finance reports showed Colabella and Block received $11,400 in combined campaign donations from Adam Perna and his company, Election Graphics. Nufrio said staff from the Ocean County Board of Elections recommended purchasing the voting machines from ES&S and on June 21, the Board of Elections Commissioners voted to purchase the ES&S voting machines, based on the recommendation of their professional staff. He also said Perna represented Dominion at multiple meetings with the Board of Elections, including a May 4 session that was not open to the public. During that meeting the Dominion
The Berkeley Times, September 4, 2021, Page 5 machines were demonstrated to Election Supervisors and IT staff. Nufrio accused the Board of pay to play, saying the contract was worth $10 million which could be awarded to Dominion Voting Systems at the August 18 County Commissioners meeting. His running mate, Rita Kopacz, also attended that meeting. He added that while the Board of Elections voted to purchase the ES&S machines, the “commissioners have chosen to ignore their choice so that you can award the contract to Dominion. Why would you do this? Well, according to the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission, a representative of Dominion has contributed $96,800 to the campaigns of Commissioners (Joseph) Vicari, (Virginia) Haines, (Jack) Kelly, (Gerry) Little, and (Gary) Quinn.” Nufrio stated, “I have done some research on my own and have found no such contributions from ES&S to the commissioners. It seems to me that you are planning to ignore the bi-partisan Board of Elections recommendations and choice of ES&S in order to purchase voting machines from Dominion, after you received $96,800. I find this to be a blatant conflict of interest.” The candidate called for the Board to “reconsider your decision and recuse yourself or else return the money you received in campaign contributions from Dominion. This is a question of ethical integrity and the integrity of our elections,” Nufrio added. He said that Perna and his company Election Graphics have donated in total, $134,200 to currently elected Ocean County officials and
administrators, including Colabella ($6,800), Block ($4,600), County Surrogate Jeffrey Moran ($13,000), County Sheriff Michael Mastronardi ($13,000) and County Commissioners ($96,800 total) Joseph Vicari, Virginia Haines, Jack Kelly, Gerry Little, and Gary Quinn.” Nufrio also said that during a June 21Board of Elections public meeting, professional staff raised concerns about the Dominion voting machines including voter privacy, the reliability of the printers, and operational use. According to Nufrio, the Board of Elections staff noted that the ES&S machines were better than those of Dominion and easier for the voter to use. Staff also noted that the Dominion voting machine printers are typically used for a home office and the process of moving the machines in the back of a truck could result in system failures. Prior to each election, voting machines must be delivered from the county warehouse to every voting precinct in the County. Nufrio said despite the Board of Elections decision to purchase the ES&S voting machines, “Ocean County officials are now issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP), in an attempt to award the contract to Dominion, whose representatives have donated $134,200 to their campaign accounts.” County Administrator Carl Block told Jersey Shore Online.com he was present at the recent Board of Commissioners meeting where Nufrio read his statement. “There were two meetings where the Board discussed their recommendation about the e-poll books and voting machines. I noticed he didn’t know about the e-poll books at all. We are mandated
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to buy both for the entire general election to do early voting.” Block added, “we don’t have enough voting machines and the state is mandating early voting this year so we have to buy some additional machines. With that you can only buy voting machines that are certified by the state of New Jersey. Right now, I think there is four. It is a very limited audience and it is controlled by the state.” Nufrio took issue with the alleged omission of voting machines not being certified by the Election Assistance Commission (EAC), the federal agency responsible for certifying all election equipment. Block said that it was the state that certified the machines. “They certify yes or no. If they needed to be certified by the Feds that is a different issue. It is up to the state. Both Dominion and ES&S are certified by the state. We put out an RFP. The RFP can be answered by anyone who can meet it. I did not do the RFP, that was done by purchasing. I don’t know who is going to submit.” Block said firms that were selling the machines had to recently be certified as “they were all running to keep up with the State when they said they wanted to do early voting as a policy decision. Then they started talking about e-poll books, well we never had any. We needed the new voting machines because we needed to be compliant with the paper trail. They have been running to catch up with themselves.” He noted that many of the other 21 counties of New Jersey were in the same boat as Ocean because the state dictates how many early (Election - See Page 10)
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial The Real World Is Not What You See On The News I’ve been hearing a common refrain lately, something along the lines of “things are going bad in this country.” It’s easy to get bogged down with the bad stuff – there’s certainly no shortage of it. But you have to t u r n of f t he screen and come up for air once in a while. We have a saying in the news business: “If it bleeds, it leads.” It means that tragedy is the biggest story. Unfortunately, that’s become a license for 24-hour news channels to broadcast constant doom. There’s a huge difference between what’s going on in the real world versus what you see on TV. Do this experiment for me: The next time you’re driving in your town, look around. Do you see any of the problems you hear about on the TV news? No. Of course you don’t. Keep that in mind. The next time some news anchor paints the world all doom and gloom, turn off the TV and go outside. This morning, I was in line at a pet supply store. There was a mom and her daughter in front of me. The daughter was holding a kitten like a baby, with his four paws up in the air. I told them he was very cute and they told me a story about him. They were staying at an AirBNB in Mexico when they fou nd him. T he daughter fell in love and
they somehow managed to bring him back. It was a wonderful story. And that’s what real life is – those little moments between people. You won’t see that on the nightly news. Your TV might provide a window to the world, but it’s a very small window (even if you have an 80inch screen). The news program has 60 minutes – minus commercials – to tell you multiple stories and you can bet your bottom dollar you’re not getting the whole story. And if you’re learning about the news through Facebook or something else, that’s an even smaller window. It’s because the screen is even smaller on your phone or tablet. (I’m using metaphors because I was an English major.) The news programs and Facebook pages are showing you half the story – their half. They want to tell you that the country is going down the drain and it’s someone’s fault. If you’re watching CNN, it’s the Republicans’ fault. If you’re watching Fox, it’s the Democrats’ fault. They are only showing the worst thing about the other side in order for you to vote a certain way. It’s a lie of omission. So you might as well not listen to any of the story and open the windows of your house to let the sun and fresh air in. Chris Lundy News Editor
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In 2005, my son had knee surgery and was prescribed OxyContin. OxyContin was the recommended drug for pain at that time. He soon became addicted and his life – and our family – was forever changed. By the time I realized that my smart, funny, loving and athletic son was addicted to OxyContin, his situation had deteriorated. To try and find help, my son saw several physicians, but none could offer him the help that he needed. He attended several detox facilities, only to leave and use again. He ultimately flipped his car, grew addicted to heroin and Xanax, and returned to a detox-based rehabilitation facility. What I’ve learned from my experience as a mother whose child struggles with addiction is that we must meet people where they are and ensure access to lifesaving tools and services. Saving lives from preventable overdose is my number one priority because those we lost do not have the opportunity to recover. Thankfully, Governor Murphy changed the laws to increase access to lifesaving medicines. But much more needs to be done to stop preventable overdose deaths for good. Addiction is not a straight line. The range of experiences vary considerably. We cannot assume that there is just one path to recovery. Many drug users are not able or ready to enter a program. These individuals
should not be ignored or forgotten. In order to save lives from preventable overdose, and expand access to treatments that actually work, we need to remove several unnecessary obstacles to MAT at the state and federal levels. Meeting people where they are via Mobile MAT Units is one way to help those with substance use disorder (SUD). This means investing in programs that meet patients in their own neighborhoods through mobile MAT vans for hard-hit communities, especially in rural south Jersey communities where access to healthcare is limited. It also means ensuring that people on Medicaid and those without insurance can access these lifesaving treatments. Currently, MAT is rarely used to help people with substance use disorder, even though it is considered the gold standard of care in addiction treatment. The reason: the unnecessary and complex barriers facing healthcare providers and patients. Faced with little choice, people like my son are forced to attempt to detox in other ways. Here in New Jersey, only about 22% of patients with SUD have MAT incorporated into their treatment plan. Please help us fight for these solutions. Together we can create a world where our loved ones are treated with dignity and can access the services that they need. Please join us at our Wednesday, September 8th
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Low Water Pressure The Barnegat Township government is so intent on adding more businesses and housing for more tax ratables they seem to forget one thing: water supply vs. demand. I live in Settler’s Landing not far from the water tower. I have a vegetable garden but I’m having trouble watering it because of the low water pressure. Since I get only a three-foot trickle spray, I went out and purchased a water pressure gauge. Both my back and front yard’s faucets read 38 psi. I checked a neighbor’s across the street and they have the same reading. I believe the pressure should be 50 to 50 psi. Do we need a higher water tower? Is the problem only in my neighborhood? Do we have to purchase a portable water pump to bring up the pressure? Maybe we need to get the BPU involved! I say fix the problem and stop the construction for more tax ratables! Donald G. Calvert. Barnegat
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Congressman Andy Kim WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House Ene rg y a nd Com me rce Com m it t e e unanimously approved H.R. 2364, the Synthetic Opioid Danger Awareness Act, a bill introduced by Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) that would help raise awareness of the dangers of synthetic opioids. The bill, which will next go to the House Floor for a final vote, comes in the wake of a CDC report that more than 93,000 Americans died from drug overdoses in 2020; a nearly 30 percent increase from 2019. “The epidemic of overdose deaths in our country impacts every community and so many of our families. We have to do everything we can to make our neighbors aware of the dangers of synthetic opioids, which have contributed greatly to this crisis,” said Congressman Kim. “I’m proud to see this bill take an important step to passage today and will continue to work with colleagues from both sides of the aisle to see it passed into law.” If enacted, the Synthetic Opioid Danger Awareness Act would direct CDC to conduct a public education campaign that raises public awareness of the dangers of synthetic opioids and explains the services available with respect to opioid treatment. The bill would also require the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health to make ma-
terials for first responders (and other highly exposed workers) on synthetic opioid exposure prevention measures publicly accessible on their website. The bill was introduced with Congressman Chris Pappa s ( N H- 01) a nd is endorsed by organizations on the front lines of the fight against synthetic opioids including the National Council for Behavioral Health, Shatterproof, U.S. First Responders Association, National Association of State EMS Off icials, and International Association of Fire Fighters. “The abundance of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids on American streets remains a serious threat to fire fighters and emergency medical responders,” said Edward A. Kelly, General President of the International Association of Fire Fighters. “From my many years as a Boston fire fighter, I know just how easy it is for fire fighters to inadvertently come into contact with these deadly substances on the job. Continuing education on fentanyl and synthetic opioids is essential for the safety of fire fighters and paramedics. The IAFF suppor ts Representative Kim’s Synthetic Opioid Danger Awareness Act, and we thank him for his leadership on this critical issue.” In his first term in Congress, Congressman Kim helped deliver $500 million in funding to develop new treatments for those with opioid and addiction issues, met with local leaders and families dealing with the opioid epidemic, and held a town hall meeting to discuss potential solutions for New Jersey.
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Continued From Page 5 voting sites each county must have. “No less than seven no more than 10 that they will pay for. If you want more that is okay but they won’t pay for it. Most of the state, like us, we’re going to buy the number of machines that the state will pay for.” Block said that Nufrio’s figure of $10 million was incorrect. “I don’t know where he got that
number. As to the issue of the printer, there were five demonstrations.” “They use stock printers. The Dominion system was a print on demand system. When you go in you put the e-poll book and give your name, town and voting district and they give you a card like a hotel key which is magnetic which changes information as each voter comes in and every voting machine in every early voting district has every town on it. Theoretically, you could vote anywhere. This is all
a state design,” Block added. “In this case it prints a paper ballot and that printer obviously, is subject to any jostling around during transport but voting machines in every voting place are interchangeable. There are spares so that would not be a problem either. That is something with ES&S machine and in that case they have an onboard printer which is the same problem - you put them in a truck and deliver them like we do with every other voting machine in the county,” Block added.
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“I wasn’t there for the meeting where the staff commented so I don’t know what they said. I don’t know that they issued an official recommendation or they were asked or prompted any conversation with the (Board of Election) Commissioners. I do know from being at the meeting I was present which was after that, the Commissioners of which is there is two Republicans and two Democrats. There was a motion made and seconded and there was a two-two tie.” Block stressed, “you can only buy what has been certified by the state. It is not like we are buying anything that is sub-standard they all have to meet the requirements of the state.” “I ran for county clerk in 2008, 13 years ago. Did Perna make a donation to me? Probably. Adam Perna doesn’t work for Dominion. He is a printer. He prints the ballots. I’m assuming they went back 10 to 15 years and added up a total. I know I have not gotten a donation of any kind for any office. I became administrator in July 1, 2010 and do not hold any political office. I haven’t received any donations since that date,” Block added. The Commissioners voted 5-0 to approve the ordinance to fund the purchase of the machines. No member of the Board of Commissioners responded to Nufrio’s statements during the meeting. Nufrio and Kopacz are challenging incumbent Commissioner Gary Quinn and Barbara “Bobbi Jo” Crea who is seeking the vacated seat of fellow Republican Gerry P. Little. Little is not running for re-election in the November 2 election.
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Continued From Page 1 Heights and Seaside Park. The incumbents are running under the slogan “Honesty Integrity Safety.” Al Aires and George Dohn are running for the two, three-year terms while Edward Cammarato
is running for the one-year term. Aires and Dohn are being challenged by Merissa Borawski and Heather Koenig who are running under the slogan “Supporting Parental Choice.” The Island Heights representative, Susan Cowdrick, is running unopposed for another three-year term.
RWJBarnabas Health Offering Third COVID-19 Dose
By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – RWJBarnabas Health is now offering a third COVID-19 dose for those who are immunocompromised. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended that people whose immune systems are moderately to severely compromised should receive a third dose of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) after the initial two doses. This third dose is recommended 28 days after the second dose and is not for people who have received the Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccine. To see if you qualify for this, check the following criteria: You are moderately or severely immunocompromised You have completed the two-dose series of mRNA COVID-19 vaccination (either Pfizer or Moderna, NOT Johnson & Johnson/Janssen) You have NOT received COVID-19 monoclonal antibody therapy (Bamlanivimab, Casiriivimab-imdevimab or Bamlanivimab/ Etesevimab) or passive antibody treatment
(convalescent plasma) in that last 90 days You have NOT received a COVID-19 vaccine as part of a clinical trial You are NOT allergic to any ingredient of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. Those who meet all the above criteria and are interested in receiving the third dose of the vaccine, please visit rwjbh.org/covid19vaccine to schedule an appointment. Vaccine clinics are available at all RWJBarnabas Health hospitals except for RWJUH-Somerset. The vaccination Mega-Site in Edison is now closed. If you are immunocompromised and unsure about receiving the third dose, please talk to your healthcare provider about your medical condition and whether getting the additional dose is appropriate for you. Those who qualify can make an appointment to receive a third dose at any of the RWJBarnabas Health vaccine clinics by visiting: rwjbh.org/ covid19vaccine. For additional information, visit rwjbh.org or covid19.nj.gov. For general COVID-19 questions, call 2-1-1. For medical COVID-19 questions, call 1-800-962-1253.
Seaside Motel Shooter To Remain In Jail
By Alyssa Riccardi SEASIDE HEIGHTS – A Pennsylvania man will remain in jail pending trial on charges of attempted murder and more after shooting a man in the head at a Seaside Heights motel. The suspect, Jose Serrano-Robles, 43, of Lebanon, Pennsylvania, was charged with Attempted Murder, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and Being a Certain Person Not to Possess Weapons in connected to the shooting that occurred on August 16. In the early hours, Seaside Heights Police Officers responded to a 911 call about apparent gunshots fired at the La Fontana Motel on Grant
Avenue. Officers found a 51-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the head. He was quickly transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune for treatment of his injuries and is reported to be in stable condition. After detectives identified Serrano-Robles as the shooter, they later located him at the Toms River Bus Station and he was taken into custody without incident. Serrano-Robles has been lodged in the Ocean County Jail since his apprehension. The charges referenced are merely accusations and the public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
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OCEAN COUNTY – 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 732998-3153.
2021 Beachwood Community Yard Sale
BEACHWOOD – Come out to Beachwood for this town-wide event! Each year the town has a community yard sale in September, wrapping up the summer and clearing out garages and sheds. Get ready for a big
town-wide event on September 18 and 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They will welcome visitors and residents throughout the borough to buy, sell and trade as we head into fall.
Hops With Heroes Fundraiser
BAYVILLE – Who’s ready to continue celebrating Bayville Volunteer Fire Department’s 75th Anniversary? They’re excited to announce that they are bringing back the Hops With Heroes Fundraiser on October 15 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Bayville Fire House, 645 Route 9.
Come out and try some of the best local, beer, wine & spirits. They have amazing vendors lined up to attend to showcase their products. Space is limited so get your tickets now! Tickets are $25 per person. Purchase tickets by visiting bayvillefire. eventbrite.com.
Beachwood Police Collecting School Supplies BEACHWOOD – The Beachwood Police Department is hosting a school supply drive, as supplies are needed and greatly appreciated. All donations will be supplied Beachwood Elementary and Toms River Intermediate
South. Any donations can be dropped off at the Beachwood Municipal Building, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Any questions, contact Ptl. Gina Bruno at 732-2866000 ext. 100.
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Community Wide Garage Sale At Silver Ridge Park Westerly BERKELEY – Silver Ridge Park Westerly will hold the “Community Wide Garage Sale” on September 10 and 11. (rain date Sept. 12th.) Sales start at 9 a.m. Maps will
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What Does Hearing Loss Look Like Across the Age Spectrum?
More than 36 million American adults report that they have hearing loss. Although many people assume hearing loss only affects those around retirement age, about two-thirds of all cases of hearing loss occur in people under the age of 65. So how can hearing aids benefit the entire age spectrum, children, teens, the American workforce, and retirees? Let’s take a look at some rather revealing data regarding hearing loss and hearing aids. In children and teens: At least 1.8 million U.S. children have trouble hearing. Nearly 1.5 million are school age. Nine of every 10 children born deaf are born to parents who can hear normally. In-utero ear infections can lead to deafness. Three continuous months of ear infections can lead to deafness. Children exposed to secondhand smoke have twice the risk of hearing loss. One in five teens now suffers from at least a mild hearing loss due to excessive volume when using iPods and other listening devices. In the American workforce: About 26 million Americans between the prime employment ages of 20 and 69 have high-frequency hearing loss. One in four workers exposed to high levels of noise experience hearing loss later in life. Those with untreated hearing loss lose about $30,000 a year due to underemployment. Police, firefighters, factory workers, farmers,
construction workers, musicians, heavy-industry workers, the military and professional hunters are at the highest risk of experiencing hearing loss. In retirees: About 30 percent of adults ages 65 to 74 have hearing loss. About 47 percent of adults over the age of 75 have hearing loss. Hearing loss in retirees leads to more hospitalization and poorer health overall. Dementia, depression and brain shrinkage are all strongly correlated to untreated hearing loss, which is likely partially responsible for those diseases occurring. Diabetes and cardiovascular disease are also associated with untreated hearing loss. Fortunately, hearing aids are a huge benefit to 90 percent of those with hearing loss, regardless of age group or severity. For those with mild hearing loss, hearing aids greatly reduce or eliminate the risk of income loss, and people with hearing aids are nearly twice as likely to be employed as those with untreated hearing loss or those who simply don’t wear their hearing aids. If you want to make sure you’re getting all you can out of your current set, bring them in and we’ll take a look at how the technology is working for you. And if you decide there’s an upgrade option that you’d like to pursue, we’ll give you $500 toward any new set of AGX Hearing aids. Dr. Izzy is always available to answer your serious questions about most hearing care issues. He has offices in Toms River, Manahawkin and Whiting.
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What To Do When Calcium Is High By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Your body is amazingly skilled at maintaining homeostasis. It’s kind of amazing how your body maintains tight control over calcium levels, especially the amount that is circulating in your blood at any given moment. For example, all of these methods are done involuntarily by your body to keep your serum calcium at a normal range, usually somewhere between 9 and 10, but it differs depending on your age. 1. Your intestines absorb calcium from foods that you eat. 2. Your bones give up, and take in calcium so there is a dynamic movement of calcium in and out of your skeleton. 3. Your kidneys reclaim calcium, or excrete it into your urine. When the blood levels drop below normal, your 4 tiny parathyroid glands immediately rescue levels by secreting parathyroid hormone (PTH) into your blood which tells your bones to release some into the blood, and do it NOW! People with elevated PTH levels are at higher risk for osteoporosis. PTH levels are measured by a simple blood test. If it’s high, I recommend you read Dr. Norman’s work at parathyroid.com. Physicians will evaluate vitamin D if the PTH is elevated, and if the D is low, they will tell you to supplement. This can be very harmful and is the wrong thing to do in most cases, because if the PTH is elevated, and your D is low, it’s low because your body’s trying to protect you from more calcium! A person’s calcium can be evaluated several ways. Usually a “serum” calcium is measured by a blood test which tells you how much calcium is bound to a protein. There is an “ionized calcium” blood test
which tells you what portion is free. If you have so much calcium that it’s spilling into your urine in high amounts which is called hypercalciuria. To fi nd out take a test called a “24-hour urine calcium test.” If your calcium is high, ask your physician about these ideas to see if they’re right for you: 1. Vitamin K2 - Vitamin K2 drives calcium out of the blood and puts it back into the bone. It reduces serum calcium. 2. Bisphosphonates - The category of bisphosphonate drugs (ie Fosamax) can be used for a short term to remove calcium from the blood and put it back into the bones. It will reduce serum calcium. 3. Ref lux drugs - Medications like famotidine (Pepcid) or omeprazole (Prilosec) can quickly reduce the absorption of many minerals and it can be quite potent. 4. Follow a low calcium diet - Meat and poultry, shrimp, seafood, green beans, eggs (and egg substitute), oatmeal, squash, nuts, rice, peas, Brussels sprouts, tangerines, kiwi and fruit juice. 5. Switch diuretics. If you are taking a thiazide diuretic like HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide), this will cause you to retain calcium. By taking a “loop” diuretic such as furosemide, you will reduce calcium levels. 6. Sometimes surgery for a parathyroid adenoma is necessar y, these are diagnosed by specif ic scans on the neck. Hyperparathyroidism is a common cause for elevated calciu m levels. To lear n more about all this, sign up for my free newslet ter at su z ycohen.com and I’ll send you a more comprehensive version of this article.
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18-Year-Old Sent To Juvenile Detention For Robbery, Shooting
By Chris Lundy SEASIDE PARK – An 18-year-old Seaside Park man was given a four-year suspended sentence for a shooting that occurred during a robbery. Michael Jedziniak had previously entered guilty pleas to Armed Robbery and Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, police
said. He was 17 at the time of the crimes, on October 27, 2020. Just before noon, a BMW pulled up to a Seaside Heights Police cruiser and told them one of the passengers in the car had been shot. The victim was taken to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, treated for injuries, and released. Jedziniak had been identified as the
perpetrator and was arrested without incident. He has been in the juvenile facility since then. The State was seeking a seven-year sentence, but instead he will have an 18-month probation under the supervision of the Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program before his four years. During the probation, he must attend and successfully complete a residential program
operated by the Juvenile system. After his first 18-month probation, and after his four years in a juvenile facility, he will then have another 18 months of probation supervised by the Ocean County Probation Department. Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer acknowledged the efforts of Assistant Prosecutor Madeline Buczynski who handled the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Regional SWAT Team, Seaside Park Police Department, Seaside Heights Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, for the collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation and disposition.
Community Pride Day
BERKELEY – Celebrate the Township’s Birthday! Mayor Carmen Amato & Berkeley Township Recreation proudly present Community Pride Day on September 11 at Veterans Park in Bayville. From 2 to 5 p.m., performances by CRHS Marching Band, Chorus and more. At 5 p.m., 9/11 memorial and remembrance ceremony. Music by Stiletto and the Saxman from 6 to 7 p.m. and New Power Soul from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Fireworks show held at 9 p.m. Anyone wishing to have a booth or take part in the 9/11 Memorial, reach out to Debbi Winogracki for forms at dwinogracki@ berkeleytownship.org or visit BTREC.org for Registration Forms.
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By: Marc S. Gallela, Esq. During the process of purchasing a home, many buyers are concerned with the bottom line and look for ways to cut costs. One of the first items they may choose to forego to save money is to opt out of ordering a survey. This article is intended to provide information which will assist the purchaser in making a well informed decision whether to obtain or forego a survey. Many purchasers are not aware of all the various important components that a survey can disclose. A survey is not just a simple drawing showing boundary lines and location of the dwelling, but it also delineates right of ways, easements, encroachments, and/or gaps between property lines. The survey can also confirm the location of a water way, an existing improvement and determine whether all the structures on the property you are looking to purchase are within the property boundary lines such as sheds, pools, retaining walls and fences. Perhaps the most important pieces of information a survey will provide are the property’s zoning classification, dimension and size, which will allow you to determine if the property conforms to the local lot size requirements. Once the survey is obtained your attorney will forward it to the title company, who will also research the information contained therein. If the survey accurately shows that there are no property line encroachments then the title company will not require any exceptions in its policy, which will allow the title company to provide coverage and defend against anyone who, in the future, challenges the accuracy of the property lines. If you do not have an accurate and current survey prior to closing then any disputes, whether it is with the seller, a neighbor or a governmental agency, as to the location of a fence, shed, or any larger structure such as a pool, deck or an addition will become yours to
resolve. These disputes can be costly and you possibly may be precluded from seeking recourse from the previous owner. The basic survey cost is around $650-800 and of course the cost may be more if the property is very large or has irregular shape. If you chose to have metal stakes installed at the corners then that may increase the cost of the survey. These markers are important for those homeowners who, after making the purchase, want to install a fence, pool, shed, or an addition to the dwelling. The purchase of a home or lot may be overwhelming but the attorneys at R.C. Shea and Associates can assist you through that process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney. Call or visit our firm at 732-5051212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, Manchester Area (732) 408-9455 or our Brick Area at (732) 451-0800, email us at Rshea@rcshea. com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.
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CLASSIFIEDS Estate Sale Selling Parents Home - Vintage antiques, furniture, old Wedgewood, Tiffany, Russian enamels, silver, Imani, Bombay tables, more. By appointment only. 443-253-4860. (37)
Personals Crestwood Village Lady - Seeks local male companion, good natured, good health. 64-72. Will return all calls. 732-281-7616. (37)
Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (17) WANTED: Records: Cash Paid for Old "45 rpm" and "78 rpm" Records, Soul, Doo Wop, R&b, Rockabilly. (732)244-6313 Or bobo78rpm@verizon.Net. (39) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Metal. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (39) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (29)
Help Wanted Custodian Wanted - Immediate Opening for Adult Community in Whiting. Set up and breakdown of tables and chairs for weekly Sunday Bingo. $20 per hour. 3- hour minimum. Please call 732-350-2656. (36) Senior Living Community Cook/Dishwashers/Maintenance Technician/Restaurant Servers/ Bus Drivers/Lifeguard (Indoor Pool). 1700 Rt. 37 West ∙ Toms River, NJ 08755. Call or email for details 732-341-4825 info@ Silverwoodsliving.com. (t/n) GENERAL OFFICE WORK Full time with benefits. Email: joannkrez@gmail.com. (38)
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Around The Jersey Shore 4th Annual Oktoberfest Returns
MANCHESTER – After a year hiatus due to the pandemic, the annual Oktoberfest celebration returns to Redeemer Lutheran Church, located at 2309 Route 70 E in Manchester. The event will be held on September 18, from 3 to 7 p.m. Cost of admittance is $5 per adult and children 12 and under admitted free. People can preregister and print their tickets by visiting the ‘Oktoberfest’ link on their website, redeemermanchester.org. Redeemer Lutheran Church invites the community to enjoy a day of funfilled merriment at the annual outdoor celebration event featuring great fun, fellowship and food for the whole family. There will be bratwurst, hot dogs, red cabbage, German potato salad and many other offerings, and of course,
great Oktoberfest beer on tap. Featured will be the fantastic four-piece German polka band, Chris and Ronnie. They will be performing live throughout the event for your enjoyment. Their outstanding talent is sure to bring spirited song and dance to the party. The Rev. Dan Berteau, the Senior Pastor at Redeemer Lutheran says that this event is “a way of giving back to our community by providing an opportunity to connect together and celebrate life with our neighbors. God has created people with the gift of joy and happiness so we should enable one another to do just that, together as God’s family. Scripture says to ‘rejoice in the Lord always’ and we intend doing just that with the community through this fun-filled evening.” For more information, call 732-657-2828.
OC Artists Guild To Host Artisan Market
ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Ocean County Artists Guild is thrilled to offer an Indoor/ Outdoor Artisan Market on September 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local artists will be lining the street and beautiful property selling paintings, jewelry, hand-made soap, sea glass art, photography, garden art and much more! Enjoy the Victorian Porch with beautiful views of the Toms River. Inside the building are three Galleries of art to view. They look forward to reconnecting with friends and meeting new visitors to showcase all
that Ocean County Artist Guild has to offer. Ocean County Artists’ Guild is open to the public on Thursdays through Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m. The first floor of the building is ADA-accessible. For information about the non-profit Ocean County Artists’ Guild’s Events, art classes, workshops, to volunteer or make a donation, visit ocartistsguild.org/ events#market for specific event details. Call 732-270-3111 or email us at info@ ocartistsguild.org.
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Around The Jersey Shore Mental Health Association Offering Online Support Group
OCEAN COUNTY – A new, online support and discussion group for women in the workplace is being offered by a nonprofit organization, The Mental Health Association in New Jersey, which has an affiliate office in Ocean County. The focus is on women who have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual intimidation or abuse on the job. The group, called Life in Waves, is meeting online twice a month via the Zoom App. The meeting is founded and facilitated by women who have experienced these challenges. A mental health professional with lived experience as a survivor of trauma is an advisor to the facilitators. “Our area of South Jersey employs many women in occupations frequently associated with a higher risk for these
experiences. Think about all the waitresses, housekeepers, massage therapists, lifeguards, nurses and the many women working in the service industry,” said Bern Trendler, a wellness program manager. “This group provides a safe space to provide support and have an open discussion about topics like gender roles and power balances.” Trendler said women who have faced these situations can experience negative health outcomes, including sleep disorders, depression, anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. Through the group, members share resources and strategies to improve their mental health. Life in Waves meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. To receive a link for this meeting, call The Mental Health Association at 609-652-3800 or email lifeinwaves@mhanj.org.
Shamrocks By The Sea Festival
SEASIDE PARK – Shamrocks By the Sea is sponsored and produced by The Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee. This is the fourth annual festival at the Seaside Park Marina on September 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ad m ission is f ree. T hey w ill have traditional Irish music, Step Dancers, Irish craft vendors and food of all kinds. Bring the wee ones as they will have an area just for them with a bounce house,
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE You’ll Never Be Left High And Dry As Long As Dr. Choxi is By Your Side By Michael Vandenberg “There’s always some kind of suppor t available,” for patients struggling with pain, Dr. Sarah Choxi told me in a recent discussion. If you, like many of Garden State Medical Center’s new patients, have been told by other doctors that nothing could be done to alleviate your suffering, it’s time to think again. When you combine the vast treatment options available at GSMC with Dr. Choxi and the rest of their pain management specialists (including founder Dr. Dharam Mann), that negativity simply doesn’t stand a chance. After all, her interest in helping people has driven her throughout her education and career. She decided to specialize in anesthesiology and interventional pain management because she saw how much those fields could change lives. “It was a way to help patients improve quality of life,” said Dr. Choxi. “It can be really difficult for people when they have pain to go through their normal day by day activities. So it was really impor tant to me as a medical student, later on as a resident, and now as an attending to be able to restore their function and have very independent lives.” People who have conditions that can’t be solved or are difficult to solve deserve the ability to be happy and painfree. Formerly at the Universit y of Chicago, Dr. Choxi was drawn to GSMC’s same focus, as well as the innovative tools it has to make it happen. “It’s a very multi-dimensional perspective on man-
aging pain,” she said. Their solutions include medication manage ment, injections, spinal cord stimulators, and countless others that have been proven safe and effective. Oftentimes a combination of techniques works best. “Patients aren’t cookie cutter. They’re very unique and individual. So I think you need to have a plan in place that caters to their specific needs.” Garden State Medical Center has always been on the cutting edge, so it’s only natural for them to have so much under their umbrella. If Dr. Choxi thinks you need to see a rheumatologist, don’t start looking at next month’s calendar; you can see one of her rheumatologist colleagues in-house in a matter of days. She’ll probably even share her notes with them on their stateof-the-art electronic database, which will also help you to stay informed about your own care. Being in-the-know about the options available to you is an important part of the culture at GSMC. Dr. Choxi remembers one patient in particular who was desperate for answers. She had heel surgery and, although When she saw the pa- granted. Recently she it had physically healed, tient, she told her, “No went to a flea market with she was still feeling a matter what, we’ll fig- her husband and could ton of pain. Unfortunately, ure this out together.” Dr. actually just walk around the surgeon had been Choxi gave her options: for a couple hours and enjoy herself. Previously, dismissive, telling her five to be exact. The patient decided anything longer than ten that there was no reason to go with minutes used to be una n i n j e c - bearable. “I’m finally able tion called to just enjoy the weather a s y m p a - outside,” the patient told thetic nerve her. “I’m so glad that you block, and could give me options j u s t l i k e and I know that I can t h a t s h e trust you.” Trust in a doctor gives for her to be feeling dis- achieved 90 percent recomfort. “She felt a little lief. It was a life-changing patients the courage to pushed around by him difference, giving her pursue the treatment and sort of just pushed the ability to experience they feel most comfortout the door,” Dr. Choxi basic joys again in ways able with. Luckily, after remembered her saying. lots of people take for Dr. Choxi gives you the
most effective and safest options, she’s happy let you make the ultimate choice. Unfamiliar with how some of these methods work? She’ll happily go over everything with you at length and answer any questions. In addition, GSMC has models in every room to help patients visualize what doctors are describing. There are even televisions in all the offices with videos that give patients a full rundown of procedures and illustrations on how they’re performed. It ’s all bec ause Dr. Choxi’s patients “know
that they ’re going to get the care they deserve”. To get started, call 1-888-376-2661 today to schedule an appointment, or feel free to visit gsmedicalcenter. org to learn more on the procedures Garden State Medical Center provides. Dr. Choxi currently practices at 780 Route 37 West, Suite 110 and 1314 Hooper Avenue, Building B, Suite 101 in Toms River; 1100 Route 70, Entrance A in Whiting; 1608 Route 88, Suite 102 in Brick; and 100 Route 36, Suite #1K in West Long Branch.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of sept 4 - sept 10 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): This is a glass-half-empty kind of week. People may see the worst side of every suggestion and give you a thumbs-down on presentations. Things that grab your enthusiasm now may drain your energy by the end of the week. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Avoid making crucial decisions about purchases or anything that affects your financial status as the week commences. What seems to be a practical solution or smart move could backfire and cause further problems. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Things may not go according to plan. In the upcoming week it will pay to remember that nothing is foolproof. Despite carefully assessing the situation, one unforeseen miscalculation can change everything. CANCER (June 21-July 22): There may be numerous demands on your time and patience, but you possess the wisdom to meet challenges with good grace. Extra demands on resources can force you to address the budget in the week ahead. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Pessimism may permeate your hope for progress. Don’t give in to negativity in the first half of the week, as the storm clouds that threaten will pass by quickly if you remain responsible, financially cautious and ethical. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may struggle to get your point across. These stars could make you labor for the right words describe your views. Throughout the week, tread carefully to avoid offending others or getting
involved in disputes. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Carefully consider every step. A careless error could cause extra effort. In the week ahead, you may encounter misunderstandings or find it difficult to express your affection for loved ones. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It might not be possible to hold an entirely open dialog on family issues. As the week unfolds, you might be challenged to address problems within your home. Set aside time to listen with an open mind and open heart. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Look for important lessons in any criticism you receive. A loved one may not be willing to give you the benefit of the doubt in the week to come, so don’t push your luck. You’re likely to act on wishful thinking. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You can balance the books better than most in the week ahead. You might excel at organization, but this doesn’t mean this is a good time to launch new enterprises. Get all your ducks in a row. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There is nothing to fear but fear itself. The more positive you are that things will turn out for the best, the more likely they will. You can find the right words to soften criticism if you find time for solitude and reflection. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You might bubble up with friendliness as the week begins. When you recognize that everyone is your brother, you’re more apt to act fairly. Avoid misunderstandings that could occur if you don’t stand firm.
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THIS BRIGHT, BALANCED THAI GRILLED-BEEF SALAD WILL BE YOUR NEW FAVORITE SUMMER SALAD By America’s Test Kitchen
THAI GRILLED-BEEF SALAD Serves 4 to 6
1 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon white rice 3 tablespoons lime juice (2 limes) 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons water 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 (1 1/2 pound) flank steak, trimmed Salt and white pepper, coarsely ground 4 shallots, sliced thin 1 1/2 cups fresh mint leaves, torn 1 1/2 cups fresh cilantro leaves 1 Thai chile, stemmed and sliced thin into rounds 1 seedless English cucumber, sliced 1/4-inch thick on bias 1. Heat paprika and cayenne in an 8-inch skillet over medium heat; cook, shaking the pan, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl. Return the now-empty skillet to medium-high heat, add rice, and toast, stirring frequently, until deep golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a second small bowl and cool for 5 minutes. Grind rice with a spice grinder, mini food processor or mortar and pestle until it resembles fine meal, 10 to 30 seconds (you should have about 1 tablespoon rice powder). 2. Whisk lime juice, fish sauce, water, sugar
and 1/4 teaspoon toasted paprika mixture in a large bowl and set aside. 3A. For a charcoal grill: Open the bottom vent completely. Light a large chimney starter filled with charcoal briquettes (6 quarts). When top coals are partially covered with ash, pour evenly over half of the grill. Set cooking grate in place, cover the grill and open the lid vent completely. Heat grill until hot, about 5 minutes. 3B. For a gas grill: Turn all burners to high, cover, and heat the grill until hot, about 15 minutes. Leave the primary burner on high and turn off other burner(s). 4. Clean and oil the cooking grate. Season steak with salt and white pepper. Place steak over the hot part of the grill and cook until it begins to char and beads of moisture appear on outer edges of the meat, 5 to 6 minutes. Flip steak and continue to cook on the second side until charred and the center registers 125 F, about 5 minutes longer. Transfer to a plate, tent loosely with aluminum foil, and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes (or allow to cool to room temperature, about 1 hour). 5. Slice meat, against the grain, on bias into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Transfer sliced steak to a bowl with fish sauce mixture. Add shallots, mint, cilantro, chile and half of the rice powder; toss to combine. Transfer to a platter lined with cucumber slices. Recipe notes: Don’t skip the toasted rice. It’s integral to the texture and flavor of the dish. If a fresh Thai chile is unavailable, substitute half of a serrano chile.
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