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By Bob Vosseller L AC E Y – B o a r d members assembled for a special meeting to discuss the school d i s t r i c t ’s 2 0 21-2 2 reopening plan and Governor Phil Murphy’s executive order 251 which mandates the wearing of masks by st udents and all school staff. That has been a contentious issue in some school districts across the state. The executive order calls for masks to be worn when schools reopen
next week in an effort to curtail the spread of COVID-19. While Board President Donna McAvoy, Board Vice President Frank Palino, memb e r s Li n d a D ow n ing, Edward Scanlon and Regina Discenza voted to approve the district’s health guidelines in accordance to the governor’s exe cut ive orders, Board members Harold “Skip” Peters and K im K laus did not. In her vote for the
─Photo By Bob Vosseller resolution, Discenza previously sent a letsaid she was voting ter to the Gover nor yes but “it is against concerning their pomy better judgement” sition opposing the and that remark an- mask mandate. They ge r e d a nu mb e r of asked for the decision attendees who felt the to be left to individual Board should stand school dist r icts. I n up against the gover- that letter, McAvoy nor’s mandate. Many said individual school added that the Board districts were more was there to represent equipped to make the them and with this decision. decision, they were McAvoy also said failing to do that. in that let ter that Superintendent Va- Lacey had “i nvestnessa Clark provided e d sig n i f ica ntly i n details of the district’s PPE, inf rast r uct ure “Road Forward Plan” i mprovement s, a nd (Masks - See Page 4) noting that the Board
Oyster Creek Not Hosting Afghan Refugees
By Chris Lundy LACEY – Faci ng on l i ne chat t e r t hat Oyster Creek Nuclear Gener at i ng St at ion was taking in Afghan refugees, the management of the plant told the township that it is just a rumor. “As we discussed, there is NO truth to this rumor and there
are NO plans to house Afghan ref ugees at the Oyster Creek decommissioning site,” said Joe Delmar, Senior Director for Government Affairs and Communications for the plant. He said this in a letter to Township Business Administrator Veronica Laureigh. Holtech is the name
of the company that is decommissioning the nuclear plant. It’s possible residents conf used Holtech with other companies with similar names. One of them, a logistics company that provides services in the food industry, is the most likely candidate. A representative did not
return a request for comment. Refugees have already arrived at the Joi nt Base – McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst as part of Operation Allies Ref uge. It is one of four military i nst allat ions i n the country doing so. The evacuation includes Afghan residents who
fled their country following the takeover of that nation’s gover nment by Taliban forces. The Taliban takeover led to a quick exodus of people from Afg han ist an af ter their government fell. Thousands of people were evacuated via (Oyster - See Page 5)
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Complaints Filed Against Board Of Ed Members For Going Maskless
By Stephanie Faughnan BARNEGAT - William “Chip” Junker, President of the Barnegat Educational Association, filed two separate complaints against four board of education members who failed to wear their masks at the board’s August meeting. According to Junker, his complaints allege the unmasked board members violated the governor’s executive orders by failing to wear masks in a school building. He filed one of the complaints with the Barnegat Police Department and the other with the state website. “It will be up to the Attorney General’s office to review the matter and file charges,” said Junker. “I just filed the complaints.” The school board’s vice president, Richard Quelch, and members Alicia Bivins, Sandra Churney, and Robert Sawicki wore no (BOE - See Page 10)
Local Author Teaches Children To Fly High With New Book
By Stephanie Faughnan BARNEGAT – A retired teacher and coach from Barnegat wants kids to know they can be their best selves and engages them in a new children’s book filled with life lessons. In “Roger, the Bravest Bird in the World,” author Ed Agresta, 77, tells the story of a family of four birds who each face unique challenges. The relatable characters work together to overcome their disadvantages and learn that perceived enemies can become best friends. “Each of the birds has a problem or situation that they have to handle,” shared Agresta. “One has one leg, and another is blind, and there’s also one with a broken wing.” (Book - See Page 12)
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Continued From Page 1 training” in preparation to resume fullday instruction on a five-day basis. “We can not have two sets of rules. We must abide by it whether we agree with it or not,” Clark said. This wasn’t the first time, angry parents came to a school board meeting to share their opposition to mask wearing. Amanda Buron who is a Board of Education candidate was among the 50 protestors outside Lacey High School. She said the purpose of the rally was “for them (the Board) to see how serious we are that we are not sending our kids back to school with masks.” Board candidate Sal Armato also spoke up against the mandate during the evening. Parents challenged the science of wearing the masks and demanded the Board disregard Governor Murphy’s mask mandate. They brought signs like one stating “Let me smile, laugh, choose, breathe.” Buron said this time that the Board never responded to parents’ questions and request that the school district sign on to litigation concerning the issue. She and others were critical of the Board’s decision to not directly respond to questions put to them during meetings and only responding online. McAvoy repeatedly reminded speakers that while this was a public comment period limited to five minutes, it did not involve a question-and-answer format.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Academy of Pediatrics provided the basis for the governor’s executive orders. Around the Garden State approximately 281 school-related coronavirus outbreaks have been reported according to the state health department. A dozen of those were in Ocean County. Children who are under the age of 12 are not yet eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. Murphy’s order excludes indoor masking in cases of extreme heat, for those who have trouble breathing and students who have certain medical conditions or disabilities that would preclude the wearing of masks. Masks can also be removed during eating, drinking, exercise and the playing of musical instruments. Clark said she had sent an e-mail out to the community that includes a link to the district’s health and safety guidance plan that included mask protocols. She said executive order 253 applies to staff providing adequate proof of full vaccination or submit to COVID testing. “This requirement does not take place until October so we will be spending some time reviewing it and figuring out what we have to have in place.” If a child is sent to a bus stop without a mask, one will be provided on the bus, Clark said. If the student comes into a school building without one, they will be given a mask to wear. Should the student refuse to wear the mask they will be put
into a separate setting and their parents contacted and asked to have them brought home. Parent Ann Marie Leiter was the first of many to speak about the issue. “You guys represent us and it seems like you aren’t really representing us very well. I understand that the governor is the one making these really awful decisions. Since your hands are tied by the governor, why don’t you guys pay for a bus (to protest in Trenton) and use our tax money and stand with us against this craziness?” Referring to Discenza’s vote, Leiter added, “against your better judgement? Then vote no. My kid has asthma. I could get a doctor’s note. Maybe, maybe not because now everyone is running to the doctor. If we can go to a restaurant and walk in without a mask, I’m sure we all agree, why the hell are we making our kids and teachers wear a mask in the classrooms?” Leiter added, “if you want them to wear a mask walking around - fabulous. Once they get into the classroom let them take it off. I don’t care how you all feel individually because it doesn’t really matter - it is about how you feel, we feel and we are all here tonight to tell you we don’t feel you making kids and teachers wearing a mask is right.” Dr. Barbara Snyder a board-certified surgeon who said she has been practicing for over 40 years, questioned the science of the decision saying the short-term risks outweigh the benefits and that “this pandemic has been medically misman-
aged from the start. It has weaponized the medical community against their patients.” Resident Richard Bidnick called for the entire Board to resign based on their decision to which Peters pointed out that not everyone had voted for it. Bidnick said the Board took “the easy route. They are compliant. This Board is accountable to us. Don’t obey. There is civil disobedience.” Lacey student Alexander Riley, 12, who will be entering the 7th grade said “I love going to school and I’ve been very tolerant of masks. I’m a straight A student and never cause trouble and I’m not about to start. The parents here pay a lot of taxes with the largest amount going to the schools but we have no say into the decisions being made. It makes no sense that you can walk into any restaurant with a mask over your face and your magic COVID shield only to sit down and take it off but we can’t do this in school starting next week.” He added, “I don’t want to leave. I want to remain here with my friends for the rest of my school years but if this continues with you giving us no choice - and worse you give us no voice - I will ask my parents to withdraw (him from the school district) and I hope my friends will too. We will find a better place to live, learn and make a great memory. I ask you this, why should I stay?” The crowd loudly applauded the boy’s remarks.
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The Southern Ocean Times, September 4, 2021, Page 5 the evacuees are being provided with temporary lodging, basic needs, transportation, and medical screening. It’s not the first time refugees have been brought into the Joint Base. There were also displaced Lebanese and Kosovar brought there in recent years. At a meeting in Lacey a few months ago, Delmar told the governing body and the public that they had removed much of the radioactive waste from the site and that they expected to be done with it by the end of summer.
Music On the Green Student Sponsored Outdoor Music Festival LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Students serve up Music on the Green, a Student Sponsored Outdoor Music Festival on September 18 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Cuisine on the Green located at 261 Country Club Blvd in Little Egg Harbor. Featuring live music from: Shorty Long and the Jersey Horns; Katfish Lucy. There will also be a 50/50 Silent Auction. Tickets are $25 and include a meal. Meals prepared
by OCVTS Culinary Students. Buy tickets online at ocvtsfoundation.org. Sponsored by the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education. Your participation supports the ongoing efforts of the foundation to support the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District through student scholarships and funding to enhance training curriculum.
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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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Letters To The Editor We Need Flexible Addiction Treatment New Jersey is making critical progress in how it treats individuals struggling with substance use disorder. The recent passage of three bills to improve access to lifesaving medications mark an important change of approach toward greater compassion and care. The passage of these bills improves access to Naloxone and Buprenorphine, which will mean hope for overdose prevention and recovery. We are finally turning the page in our approach toward helping individuals to a path to wellness. Yet even as we make progress, we must continue to fight for real and lasting change. New Jersey needs Mobile MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) to meet people where they are - in every part of our state. MAT improves retention in treatment, reduces use of other opioids, improves social outcomes, and lowers the risk of relapse and overdose. The addiction rehab system is not working. If it were, we would not have seen an increase in overdose deaths in New Jersey and across the country. The 100,000 people we’ve lost to preventable overdose in the United States last year would still be with us today. The overdose crisis affects too many families across New Jersey, including my own.
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
Trust The Doctors I love how some people are telling these medical professionals that have been attending this pandemic from the start that they are the liars. It’s astounds me. Just say you don’t give a damn about anything or anyone. That’s what it sounds like when people say these nurses and doctors are lying about all of this. The cognitive dissonance is deadly. Get a vaccine for the love of God! Jack Blaydon Toms River
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Bill Would Highlight Dangers Of Synthetic Opioids From The Desk Of
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 materials 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 supports 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.
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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STAFFORD – Have you gotten your EMS lawn sign yet? Squad 38 is now selling them for $20. All proceeds go directly to the squad. If you are interested
in purchasing one, send them a message on Facebook, facebook.com/staffordems, or ask any member and they will be sure to get it to you.
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Continued From Page 1 masks when they first took their seats on the Barnegat High School theatre stage. They remained unmasked for the duration of the meeting. Junker called into the meeting and praised the district for its actions to keep staff members and students well last year. He then addressed the board members’ failure to wear masks. “By making this political statement tonight, the four board members have only made the administration’s job and the staff’s jobs harder when all of staff and students return on September 2nd,” Junker stated. “…We lead by example here in Barnegat.” School Board President Sean O’Brien wrote to Governor Phil Murphy last month requesting that decisions regarding the masks be left to the discretion of local districts. He cited Barnegat’s use of a data matrix to make decisions regarding virtual and in-person learning. O’Brien suggested the same information would be used in screening and PPE requirements. Meanwhile, O’Brien decided he personally intended to follow what he understands as the rules. “Of course, everyone finds the masks uncomfortable,” shared O’Brien. “But as a leader of the school board, I don’t think it would be fair for me to ask the staff and students to wear one if I can’t for a few hours at a meeting.” “I’ve also heard from many families who support Governor Murphy’s mandate,” O’Brien stated. “Their voices cannot be ignored either. We want to do our best to keep the district safe and open.” Two of the four board members who went without masks responded to requests for comment after the meeting. Quelch criticized those who jumped on what he dubbed the “bandwagon” for calling him disrespectful for not asking him
first why he chose to go without a mask. “I did make sure I was legally allowed to participate without a mask,” Quelch shared. “I did not just show up to disrespect anyone. It was to show solidarity to everyone who is against wearing a mask, like myself. “I personally feel horrible for all these students, staff, and families in this district, who are upset to wear a mask all day and unsure what the long-time effects of wearing a mask has on their physical, mental, and social health,” continued Quelch. “I have been in the customer service industry for 30 years, and it is necessary to see faces to learn and socialize properly in life to succeed.” When questioned about whether he sought legal advice concerning his assertion that he could legally participate in the meeting unmasked, Quelch texted a response stating, “my legal stance is that Executive Order 251 deals with school operations and 196 stands for the premise that school boards are different than schools.” The text message continued by saying that school boards are more like governing bodies and that unless there is a mandate that calls for masks indoors, they didn’t need to be worn at meetings. School Board Attorney Martin Buckley said he initially thought he could make a legal argument that the board meeting was not held during school hours. However, that’s no longer the case. Executive Order 253 went further than the prior mandates. Governor Murphy signed that order the day before the board’s meeting. “It makes it a little clearer,” explained Buckley. “The masks are required whenever you’re in a school building, not just when school is in session.” Buckley confirmed the governor’s executive orders are mandates that act as laws. Board member Sawicki still objects and stated his reasons for going without a mask (BOE - See Page 11)
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Continued From Page 10 at the meeting. “It was my choice to show symbolic support as an individual and as a taxpayer for the administrators, teachers, and most of all the children, who are being forced to wear it against their will and belief,” said Sawicki. “We stood up for students, teachers and administrators, who feel the same way. I believe it should be an individual choice to wear a mask.” Sawicki said that by going without a mask, he put no one in harm’s way. He is vaccinated and described his seat as more than double the “recommended” distance from the next person on stage. “When elected, I was elected to stand up and be a voice for everyone,” concluded Sawicki. Two other board members wore masks while still expressing their opposition to them. George Fedorczyk physically left the stage to speak at the podium during the public portion of the meeting. Fedorczyk clarified he was not speaking in his capacity as a board member when he said that parents needed to make mask-wearing decisions. “You might be surprised how many people up here are in support of not having masks,” Board member Michael Hickey said from the stage. “Our community seems to think this is the appropriate body that can change that mandate. The problem is that we can’t.” Hickey stated that every board member and the district as a whole are expected to
The Southern Ocean Times, September 4, 2021, Page 11 uphold executive orders and laws from the governor, legislature, and Supreme Court. “If we don’t do that, everyone up here is at risk for one thing or another,” Hickey shared. “If we don’t enforce mask mandates in the schools, teachers or administrators can lose certifications.” “Board members can be prosecuted and risk spending up to six months in jail and $1,000 fines,” continued Hickey. “For those of us who are state or federal employees, we also risk losing our security clearances and other items that are out there.” Hickey concluded his statement by saying he supported those who were against the mask mandates but suggested they bring their fight where they could make a difference. “You have to get in front of the governor somehow - whether that’s protests, whether that’s lawsuits, whether that’s going to be the Supreme Court, whether that’s contacting the state legislators - your assemblymen or your senators,” said Hickey. “…I have a lot of ideas on that, and I will talk to you about them as a private citizen after the meeting.” State and local medical professionals have called for the use of masks in school because people who are vaccinated can still be carriers of the virus. They might not even have symptoms and can still transmit COVID-19. According to the Centers for Disease Control, masks have been found to protect other people from any possible virus you might not know you have, in addition to protecting you from other people.
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The three family members all suffer an additional hardship; they are unable to fly. Roger, the eldest bird, tends to be extremely timid. Nevertheless, he finds himself forced to put his fears aside to take care of his siblings and live by the family motto – “I can…I will…I must!” As the tale unfolds, it turns out the birds need to get to the other side of a lake. An alligator named Fred looms in the water, and the family sees him as a threat. Fred knows the birds are afraid of him and does not understand why they are fearful. Roger gets up the courage to speak to the alligator, which ultimately provides them with safe passage across the lake. Another lesson surfaces – as far as making friends despite differences. Agresta said the storyline originated seven years ago when he and his wife enjoyed a Florida vacation with another couple from the Pheasant Run retirement community. It didn’t take long for Agresta to choose a name for the lead character in his children’s book. “We were with Roger Toole, a retired state trooper,” Agresta recalled. “He used to help people all the time.” Toole served the New Jersey State Police for 26 years. He says the job was very interesting and he enjoyed it. So while the retired trooper was surprised when Agresta told him he wanted to use his name, he was also flattered by the recognition. However, Toole’s not the only one who lives life to make things better for others. Agresta’s career as a high school psychology teacher and football coach spanned over 50 years. He taught in both public and private schools in Hudson County and at Montclair State University. “I also got into the field of discipline,” said Agresta. “I worked with at-risk kids as well.” When he taught at-risk students at Union Hill High School in Union City, Agresta adapted creative means to help them recognize their value. He took advantage of the location of the special needs school located across the street from their classroom. “I told my students they needed to help give back to the community,” Agresta explained. “Once a week, we would go
across the street and work with the special needs kids.” “The young ladies would teach the girls how to put makeup on, get dressed and take care of themselves,” continued Agresta. “The guys did things like teaching the other kids sports.” The exercise proved beneficial to everyone involved. Agresta said the group continues to hold a special place in his heart as they never gave up despite their struggles. No doubt, it is a conglomeration of Agresta’s past experiences that led to his creation of a special award to recognize the good in people. Of course, it’s aptly named the “Roger Award.” A young boy named Joey earned the first Roger Award and earned a spot on Agresta’s Facebook page holding his trophy. Nancy, who takes great care of her sick husband, received recognition as the award’s second winner. Members of the public are invited to nominate Roger Award candidates by sending Agresta an email at edagresta@ verizon.net. Agresta strives to make his positive attitude contagious and has been retained as a motivational speaker and trainer for groups across the nation. He also focuses on expressing gratitude to the people he meets in his everyday life. “I gave one of my cards to a waitress who worked really hard last night,” Agresta shared. “I told her she made a difference. It’s called ‘Listen, Celebrate and Recognize.’” The card Agresta hands out thanks people for being awesome – and for making a difference. In addition to his children’s book, Agresta published two other books intended to help others. “Don’t Count the Days…Make the Days Count” contains short stories and motivational exercises. Agresta also wrote “101 Radical and Tremendous Teaching Tools, Tips, Techniques for Transformational Thinking in the Classroom in Life.” “Roger, the Bravest Bird in the World” is available for sale on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Orlando Velez created the colorful illustrations that bring the book to life. While Agresta’s new book looks like it is solely intended for children, its life lessons are ageless.
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Family Promise Charity Golf Outing SOUTHERN OCEAN – Come out for a day of golf on a beautiful course, lunch, dinner, live music, domestic drafts, a supersized 50/50, and silent auction to benefit Family Promise of Southern Ocean County. The Golf Outing will be held at Blue Heron Pines Golf Club on September 20. This promises to be a fun event that is sure to sell out quickly! Cost is $250 per golfer and it includes:
golf, golf cart, lunch, dinner, domestic drafts, hole in one contest, and swag bag. Enjoy live music during Happy Hour to celebrate your golf game. Supersized 50/50 tickets for a prize of up to $12,500 will be for sale during event along with a Silent Auction held during dinner reception. For questions or inquires email heather@ familypromisesoc.org or call 609-9943317. Tickets can be purchased at birdease. com/Familypromisesoc.
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Rock2Adopt Returns September 11 And 12 FORKED RIVER – Rock2Adopt is just weeks away! Have you got your tickets yet? Rock 2 Adopt is happening September 11 and 12 from 9:30 a.m. until 7 p.m. at AHS/Popcorn Park, 1 Humane Way, Forked River. Rock2Adopt began in 2011 and this fun music festival has grown over the years and has raised more than $70,000 for the animals at AHS! The event features more
than 20 bands performing, food, vendors, activities, pet adoptions, and much more. Wristbands are $20 per adult, children 2 to 13 are $10, and under 2 years old are free. A family four pack is $40 and includes admission to the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge. Visit rock2adopt.com for tickets and more information. Any questions, email rock2adopt@aol.com.
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BARNEGAT –The 31st Annual Pirates Day will be held on September 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Russell O. Brackman Middle School. Event features bands on stage: 10 a.m. is Jersey Sure Cats; 12 p.m. is Lighthouse 8; 2 p.m. is Nine Lives Later. Pirates: Vallhalas,
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Old Fashion BBQ Hosted By Lacey United Methodist Church LACEY – Joi n t he Lacey Un ited Methodist Church for their free Old Fashion BBQ on September 12 from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Forked River Firehouse
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“Appreciation Of Our Past, Community In The Present & Preservation For The Future” WARETOWN – On September 19 at 2 p.m., there will be a Back to School Celebration at the Little Red Schoolhouse Museum, featuring a concert by the Pinelands Symphonic Band. Join the Waretown Historical Society for an afternoon of memories and music as we celebrate Waretown Schoolhouse days gone by. Because of the Backto-School Program, September’s regular meeting has been canceled. This month’s mini-program: The museum exhibit will highlight a collection of newspaper clippings squirreled away in a shoe box by Rebecca Eayre Camburn, who lived from 1861 to 1928. A copy of her
treasure trove was donated to the Waretown Historical Society about 20 years ago by Gladys Eayre. They will time-travel back to the age between the Victorian era and the roaring twenties, as they read selected articles from Rebecca’s collection. She kept dozens of local clippings on interesting events, and notices about relatives and friends. Her collection is a wonderful snapshot of life in a lost era, carefully preserved over decades by a Waretown resident. After the program, enjoy cookies and lemonade. For more information, visit waretownhistoricalsociety.org.
Waretown Seeks Local Photos For Calendar WARETOWN − The Township of Ocean is seeking color, scenic photos of the Township for the 2022 Annual Township Calendar, to be published and distributed to all Township of Ocean residents. Submissions should be sent in landscape mode and should include the name of the photographer and the location of the photo. Submissions can be sent by e-mail to clerk@twpoceannj.gov or mailed to Township of Ocean, 50 Railroad Avenue,
Waretown, NJ 08758. All submissions are due by September 25, 2021. Photos submitted to the Township will not be returned. By submitting photos you are granting the Township of Ocean the right of possession of the images or photos and give the Township of Ocean the permission to make unlimited printed or developed photographs, for Township use. If you have any questions, call 609-6933302 ext. 221.
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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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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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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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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Murphy Mandates Vaccines For Teachers
By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – Gov. Phil Murphy announced that all New Jersey teachers will be required to either be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have to be tested regularly. Murphy made his announcement after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the Pfizer vaccine for those 16 and older. The executive order states that all pre-k through 12th grade school personnel are required to be fully vaccinated by October 18 or undergo regular testing at a minimum of once to twice a week. This applies to all public, private and parochial preschool programs and elementary and secondary schools, as well as charter and renaissance schools. The mandate also applies to all who are employed by a school, whether they work full time or part time. The Garden State is one of the first in the nation to execute this type of mandate, joining others states like California and Connecticut.
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 609-6523800 or email lifeinwaves@mhanj.org.
“We have received multiple local reports that point to an overwhelming majority of our educational and classroom leaders having already taken their personal responsibility to their families, students and colleagues seriously and gotten vaccinated. I thank them for continuing to be models for their communities,” Murphy said. “We’re continuing to do all we can to ensure a safe
start to the school year. Strong masking and vaccination protocols, in tandem with other safety measures, are our best consolidated tool for keeping our schools open for fulltime, in-person instruction.” This executive order also includes all state employees - those at state agencies, authorities and public colleges and universities, are required to complete a full vaccination
course or go through regular testing. Currently, about 11 million vaccine doses have been administered in New Jersey and approximately 5.5 million people who live, work, or study in New Jersey are now fully vaccinated. The decision comes at a time when school districts are trying to determine how to handle mask mandates as well.
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Around The Jersey Shore 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.
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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
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 township’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.
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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)
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By Joel Markel
Dear Joel The Mask & Vaccine Police
Dear Joel, My husband and I are both vaccinated. I know we all should work to be safe but I don’t think it’s right for me to ask others if they are vaccinated. My husband asks everyone without a mask about their status. I think he should stop. What do you think? Answer: Asking people about their medical decisions is really on the edge of nosiness. As health care professionals, we do ask, but I agree that asking people their status is an invasive question. Tell him
to go back to the old, “how are you feeling” question and leave it at that. You’ll have a lot less confrontations. Thanks for writing, Joel Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM.
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Man Charged With Shooting Fireworks From Stolen Boat
By Chris Lundy LACEY – A man was charged with lighting off fireworks from a township boat in a lake, and damaging property nearby. James C. DeCarlo, 28, of Seaside Park, was charged with two counts of Criminal Mischief, Possession of Burglary Tools, and Unlawful Taking of Means of Conveyance.
Police responded to the WIBIT floating playground at Lake Barnegat at 6:30 p.m. on August 27 for a report of a man shooting off fireworks from a boat in the lake. Officers said that DeCarlo had cut a township boat free, damaging property in the process. He had also spray painted graffiti on the restrooms there and on a fence at the Wawa on Route 9 in Forked River.
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Around The Jersey Shore Candidate Accuses Commissioners Of Pay To Play
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. 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 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 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 (Election - See Page 27)
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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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Continued From Page 24 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 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
The Southern Ocean Times, September 4, 2021, Page 27 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. “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.
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.
(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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