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─Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn (Left) The Historical Society’s Havens Homestead Museum at 521 Herbertsville Road is one of the town’s oldest buildings. (Right) The circa 1920 Percy Gant house still stands at 241 Drum Point Road. By Judy many of their original histor ian Gene Do- Brick Township. Smestad-Nunn occupants have famil- natiello during their The earliest townBRICK - Most of the iar township names September 14 meet- ship homes were built earliest houses in the like Hulse, Havens, ing, and there was a with post and beam township were built Herbert, Osborn, Burr, record attendance of constr uction, which on main roads and on Gant and VanNote. about 75 people to utilizes large beams large parcels of land. T he Br ick Tow n- hear his PowerPoint joined and pasted toSome of the homes ship Historical Soci- presentation on the gether without using are still standing, and ety hosted township Histor ic Hou ses of (Houses - See Page 4)

Judge Shuts Down Illegal School Until Oct. 5

By Chris Lundy and Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – A judge has shut down an illegal boy’s high school until the site is inspected and a hearing is held on October 5. Business Administrator Joanne Bergin said that Judge Craig Wellerson determined that a hearing is needed with testimony from the professionals who have inspected the site. The hearing has been set for October 5. The school will be shut down until this time, when the court will make a determination on the situation. The illegal boy’s high school being run by Congregation Kehilos Yisroel, Inc. (CKY) on the former Temple Beth Or site on Van Zile Road. The school had created controversy in town since the people running it did not file with the township to open it.

Normally, if a temple is converted into a school, that means that there’s a change in use for the property. Therefore, it would have to go through inspections and come before the town’s land use board. Brick officials said that none of that happened. Furthermore, there are two nearby houses - 91 Hendrickson Avenue and 226 Van Zile Road - that are allegedly being used as dormitories. There were no applications for these, either. Recently, protesters gathered outside the school, shouting in unison about how the school is illegal and should close. Residents questioned why the town didn’t shut it down themselves. Mayor John G. Ducey explained that the town doesn’t have that power. It has to go through the courts, first. This is why the township filed a lawsuit against (School - See Page 9)

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Zoning Change Would Impact Senior Communities

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - An ordinance passed in April of this year that establishes impervious lot coverage limitations in the township had unintended consequences on retirement communities, said Council President Lisa Crate during the September 14 Council meeting. Impervious coverage means any construction that blocks water from entering the ground, such as buildings, driveways, roads, etc. It is defined by what percentage of a given property is impervious. Towns limit impervious coverage in order to maintain open areas, allow for drainage, and to control development. As land gets covered with buildings, sidewalks, driveways and other impenetrable material, rainwater does not get absorbed into the ground, resulting in water runoff that can cause draining problems or f looding. The newly-established impervious lot coverage limitations included 70 percent for zone R-5; 65 percent for zone R-7.5; 60 percent for zone R-10; 55 percent for zone R-15; 50 percent for zone R-20, and 30 percent for zone RR. “The one thing that was overlooked was the fact that the [senior] communities are in the RR zone, which is designated a 30 percent maximum impervious coverage,” Crate said. Some senior communities already exceed the 30 percent impervious coverage just by the house alone because of how the communities were designed, so any improvements such as a patio, a sunroom or deck would technically require a variance. As a result, the ordinance would be amended, she said. The amended ordinance, which was passed on its first reading, establishes a maximum permitted allowable impervious surface coverage in a planned residential retirement community, and c reat e s a new PR RC zone w it h a n (Zoning - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 nails, he said. “The Lizzie House and museum were built this way,” Donatiello said, referring to the society’s Havens Homestead Museum at 521 Herbertsville Road, purchased by Curtis Havens in 1827. The home remained in the Havens family until 1993 when they donated it to the Historical Society. The circa 1790 Lizzie House, once located on Herbertsville Road near the Wall border, was moved to the museum property in 2001 and serves as the museum store. Emma Elizabeth (Lizzie) Herbert was born in the house in 1902, and lived there all her life until she died in 1998 at the age of 96. Another historic home is the circa 1810 Richard Bur r house, located at 1581 Burrsville Road. Burr and Banajah Butcher owned the Butches Burr Iron Forge located near Forge Pond, and the first town meeting was held there. There are a number of historic houses on Drum Point Road. The circa 1920 Percy Gant house still stands in an altered form at 241 Drum Point Road since a front porch was added, but the original owner was a well-known duck decoy carver and an image of one of his decoys was used on a U.S. stamp, Donatiello said. Some early settlers made their living by farming cranberries. There is still a sorting shed on the property at 203 Drum

Point Road, a corner property formerly owned by Alanzo and Ella Van Note. Across the street at 197 Drum Point Road what was called “The Cranberry House,” circa 1900, owned by Van Note’s daughter, Mutah and her husband John Patterson. Mutah had her own cranberry farming business and was known for hiring women. The present-day shopping center, Brick Plaza, was the site of a large cranberry bog, owned by the Van Note family. The nearby stream would be blocked off during wet harvesting of cranberries, which float due to pockets of air inside the fruit. At the turn of the century, Brick Township led Ocean County in the production of cranberries. Enoch Robbins, a sea captain, owned 1845 Highway 88 East. The home was built in 1840 and all the buildings are still on property, including barns, a cedar outhouse and a carriage house. The home recently sold and will be used as office space for an electrical company. The circa 1890 Hulse house at 471 Herbertsville Road was located on Maple Avenue and was moved to its present site. The original owners had a business that produced about 30,000 handmade bricks a year. It is presently owned by the township where the Preservation Commission holds its meetings. The Wagner house, circa 1790, located off Herbertsville Road on Winding River Lane was typical in that it had multiple

additions, including two rooms upstairs that were not connected. To get from one to another, a person had to go downstairs and back up again, Donatiello said. One of the sets of stairs was in a closet. Sears Catalogue houses started popping up around 1908, he said, and there are still several in town. The “kit” houses were known for having markings on the beams to help with their assembly, not

unlike current “kit” houses sold by Home Depot for about $44,000, Donatiello said. The 1950s brought a number of steel houses to Brick Township. One located at 3919 Herbertsville Road was built by the Riviera Brothers who built Lake Riviera and Riviera Beach. The Brick Historical Society welcomes new members. For more information call 732-785-2500.

─Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn The circa 1890 Hulse house at 471 Herbertsville Road was originally located on Maple Avenue and was moved to its present site.

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Continued From Page 1 impervious coverage limit of 70 percent for single duplexes, triplexes and quads. During public comment, Joe Orth of Cleveland Avenue asked how allowing builders to build bigger things on a piece of property benefits taxpayers. “This type of development just increases stormwater runoff, which increases bacteria levels at Windward Beach and other places, so I’m just hoping that you’ll reconsider that particular amendment,” he said. “I think it needs more of a look.” Resident Melinda Murray said she has observed that township lots are getting subdivided, “and we just keep getting more and more water, and everything is just okayed,” she said. “Coming out of Forge Pond...there’s times I actually have to wear boots to go to my car.” Turning to Mayor John G. Ducey, Murray quoted him as having said that Brick is just about built out. “Where are seniors going to build if we’re almost built out?” she asked. The mayor said it was the township engineer and planner who said Brick was almost built out, not him. “I disagreed with them,” he said. “That’s why I started the Open Space Savers, because they say

The Brick Times, September 25, 2021, Page 5 we’re built out, but I see these little culde-sacs jumping up all over the place.” (The mayor was referring to a new committee being formed that would be tasked with identifying undeveloped parcels of land for possible acquisition by the township to preserve those properties from development). Councilman Paul Mummolo said the amended ordinance was meant to address existing senior residences where the owner wanted to add a patio or anything outside their house. “The way the ordinance was written, it wouldn’t allow them to do that,” he said. “They’re not adding onto their homes, they’re just putting a patio out or pavers in their backyard, they couldn’t do it.” Murray asked if the resulting runoff would somehow be addressed. Mummolo said the original impervious coverage ordinance addresses runoff. “Before that, a builder could come in and build whatever they pretty much wanted on the property if it got approved by the Planning Board, so what we did was we brought that scale back down, limiting how much building they could do on their lot,” he said. The final vote on the amended ordinance and public comment will be during the next council meeting, Tuesday September 28 at 7 p.m.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial Soon It Will Be The Spookiest Season Of All It’s getting dark out sooner. Pumpkin spice is being sprinkled on everything. Soon, those scary people will be coming door to door…I’m not talking about Trick or Treaters… Look out! Here come the politicians! The election is November 2, so that means all of October you’ll be seeing some truly scary sights. You’ve probably already started getting things in your mail. These won’t be tales of Dracula or Frankenstein. The politicians will be telling you about boogeymen closer to home. They’ll terrorize you with tales like “The Day The School System Failed Our Children,” and “Salem’s Lot Of New Homes Bringing 1,000 Cars To Clog Up Roads.” But everyone wants a happy ending to their horror stories. They want the final girl left alive to beat Jason Voorhees or Freddy Krueger and then the credits roll. The politicians will tell you that they are the hero of the horror story. Only they can f ight against the governor (but they are lying because no one can). Only they can save the children (oh, won’t someone think of the children?!). Only they can lower taxes (let’s see your plan up front, then, pal). Why is it that politicians like inspiring more fear than a Stephen King story?

Because fear works. Fear gets you out of your seat and into polling booths. Fear taps into your fight or flight response deep in your brain. It’s a primal response, honed by centuries of evolution – we fight against what we fear, or we flee from those who represent it. So be careful when you’re online, or looking through your mail, because politicians are sending you little tiny horror stories. Except, instead of a movie where you know it’s all make-believe, it’s very official looking and it makes it seem real. Now, to be fair, there are plenty of real problems. But these problems need thoughtful answers, and are often more difficult to solve than a simple slogan would have you believe. Remember when you were little, and your parents wouldn’t let you watch something scary close to bedtime? Well, that idea is still a pretty good one. Be careful what kind of content you are consuming online. Fear-mongering spreads like wildfire on Facebook, and it’s easy to get caught up in it. So the next time a politician asks “You wanna see something really scary?” tell them “really scary? No. I’ll take fun scary instead” and then go watch one of the “Halloween” movies. Chris Lundy News Editor

Letters To The Editor Apology For Schools Spreading COVID Editor’s note: This letter is in response to Toms River Schools making masks optional in non-air conditioned areas during the first week of school due to heat. The letter writer declined to have their name made public. I’m forwarding this note all parents received this week from Toms River Regional Schools to help our area benefit and take advantage of this new school year. So, Hospitals: sorry, but please see if you can get more ventilators ready. Maybe set up some overtime, too? Cause, see, Toms River Regional Schools doesn’t value your skills. Senior Citizens: sorry, but please get your wills in order and wrap up anything you had planned, lingering bucket list items, final goodbyes, etc. Cause, see, Toms River Regional Schools doesn’t value your lives. Local and State Politicians: sorry, but please see about 2022 budget updates that include more funding for closed businesses, lost tourism, lower tax base. Cause, see, Toms River Regional Schools doesn’t value your efforts. Area Businesses: sorry, but please prepare to switch back to all-delivery, eat outside, curbside pickup, and employee furloughs. Cause, see, Toms River Regional Schools doesn’t value your livelihoods. Funeral Homes: well!

Here’s a change! Get ready and stock up, maybe get a jump on some childsize models, get the oil changed in the fleet! Cause, see, Toms River Regional Schools DEFINITELY LOVES YOU! But hey, at least everyone will see our students’ smiles! We’ve got school spirit, yes we do! We’ve got school spirit, how ‘bout you? Normal Toms River Parents Who Believe in Reality

Biden Should Push For Voting Laws Biden has a choice to make: Does he want to establish his legacy as a president who fought for voting rights, or not? In order to be remembered as a president who fought for voting rights, Biden must do more than ask the Senate to pass voting rights legislation. He knows as well as we do that bills like the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act won’t make it through the Senate unless we abolish the filibuster. Biden must publicly and unequivocally support abolishing the filibuster to clear the way for these crucial reforms. It’s time for Biden to be the leader he promised to be and call on the Senate to end the filibuster and protect our right to vote. We’re counting on him to do the right thing. Linda Sakariasen Jackson

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Nature Rules The World Is Nature the ultimate authority - as many scientists and naturalists, such as Neil DeGrasse Tyson and David Attenborough contend - or is man’s deities the supreme and final authority when it comes to the natural world? I have always believed that in Nature, there are neither rewards nor punishments – there are consequences. In other words, that men and women suffer and enjoy according to conditions. As one naturalist once put it: “…the sun shines without love and lightning strikes without hate, hitting both the pious and pervert alike.” That is to say, it’s just as apt to strike the good man as the bad man. Just as I believe that a ship loaded with pirates is just as likely to ride out the storm as one crowded with missionaries. “We know if we know anything,” as another naturalist opined: “Nature neither weeps nor rejoices. She produces man without purpose and obliterates him without regret. Poison and nutrition, pain and joy, life and death, smiles and tears are alike to her. She makes no distinction between the beneficial and the hurtful.” We know from just watching the Weather Channel, that both church and brothel fall alike before the deluge; know that earthquakes are just as liable to swallow virtue as to swallow vice; know that counting beads has not stopped the tornado; know that the rushing lava pauses not for bended knee – we know it. From my perspective, at least, the earth will continue to revolve on its axis, the sun will rise and set, the rain will fall, the seasons will change according to their accustomed time,

and Nature will pursue her course without the slightest reference to the wishes of mankind or his gods. Borden Applegate Jackson

Lakehurst Mayor Endorses Arace Team For Manchester Lakehurst Mayor Harry Robbins announced his endorsement of the Arace Team for Manchester. Robbins has served as Mayor of Lakehurst for nearly a decade, raised his family with his wife, Eileen, and has been a friend to the Manchester community. “Rob and Joe (Hankins) are down to earth, hard-working guys who care about Manchester and its residents,” said Robbins. “I know working alongside these two will continue a great relationship between our two towns, I have full confidence in them,” he added. Robbins is endorsing the Arace Team because they’ve demonstrated their dedication to the town and was impressed by Rob’s problem-solving approach as well as Joe’s background as a leader in the Manchester Police Department and as a volunteer fireman. “Joe and I are grateful for Mayor Robbins’s support, it’s so important that Manchester and Lakehurst work together considering our shared services and proximity” said mayoral candidate Rob Arace. Rob and Joe are honored to have Robbins’s support and look forward to working with the Lakehurst team in the coming months. Harry Robbins Lakehurst

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Federal Funds, Not Tax On Employers, Should Pay For Unemployment Capitol Comments Senator Jim Holzapfel 10th Legislative District, Serving Toms River

TRENTON - Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and John Catalano lamented the absence of even a single Democrat legislator on a petition that would require a special legislative session to spare local employers from the punishing impact of an imminent tax increase to replenish New Jersey’s Unemployment Insurance Fund. “Not one single Democrat has been willing to break rank with the Governor and support the state’s Main Street businesses, momand-pop shops, and restaurants that have suffered ev-

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 264, requiring all child care center personnel to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by November 1 or be subject to COVID-19 testing at minimum one to two times per week. Additionally, effective September 24, and in accordance with CDC recommendations, the Order also clarifies that all employees, visitors, students, and children aged two and over must wear facemasks indoors, with limited exceptions. These requirements will strengthen protections against COVID-19 to children in these settings

ery day since the pandemic emerged,” said Holzapfel. “Some of our Democrat colleagues issued press releases criticizing Murphy’s plan to restore the UI Fund on the backs of small employers, but they won’t step up to prevent a devastating tax hike that will assuredly force even more businesses to close their doors forever. The tax increase is coming, and it is time for the Democrats to put up or shut up. The State economy depends on it.” The petition circulated by Senate and Assembly Republicans on Sept. 1 would constitutionally re-

quire the governor to call a special session if signed by a majority of the members of each house of the Legislature. With all Republicans on board, the signatures of just seven Democrats in the Senate and 13 in the General Assembly are needed to provide the majority in each house to force Governor Murphy to call a special session of the Legislature pursuant to Article IV, Section I, paragraph 4 of the New Jersey Constitution. “Murphy’s new $250 million tax on Shore employers and small businesses across the state is poorly conceived and avoidable,” said McGuckin. “There are better options, and that’s why we need to bring the legislators back to Trenton and solve the problem without crushing more businesses that are hanging on by a thread after Murphy’s ex-

tended COVID shutdown. The Governor is taking the easy way out, ignoring alternatives to restore unemployment without a huge tax increase. If a handful of the majority Democrats get their priorities straight, this can be rectified by a special session of the Legislature.” Since March, Republicans have been calling for Murphy to stabilize New Jersey’s UI Fund with a portion of the billions in federal pandemic relief funds that have been delivered to New Jersey, a solution since employed by dozens of other states. The Governor, however, has insisted on imposing an unnecessar y payroll tax increase on employers to maintain the solvency of the fund. The impact of the hike would be felt when employers file quarterly taxes by Oct. 30. Despite having billions

in pandemic relief funds that could stabilize the UI Fund immediately, the unemployment fund’s deficit has more than tripled over the past month to $235 million, with bor rowed funds accruing interest as of Sept. 6. “We have a better way to restore the fund but Murphy refuses to budge and the Democrat foot-dragging is blocking the path,” Catalano said. “If we can’t get both sides together to hammer out a bipartisan solution, the outcome will do even more damage to a state economy that has been put through the ringer by Murphy’s closing and arbitrary decisions. More workers will lose jobs and be forced into the unemployment system.” According to the nonpartisan Office of Legislative Services, only 2% of the $6.2 billion received by

Governor Murphy: All Child Care Center Workers To Be Vaccinated Or Tested Regularly who are all under 12 years old and not yet eligible for vaccination. “We know there are already many ch ild ca re providers who are doing their utmost to protect the children in their care, their employees, and their communities – and we thank them,” said Governor Murphy. “This order ensures that everyone is abiding by the same strong standards to protect those who are not yet eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations, so that we can continue to offer safe, in-person learning environments for children of all ages.” For purposes of Executive

Order No. 264, child care settings include any facility defined as a child care center pursuant to N.J.S.A. 30:5B-3. For purposes of Executive Order No. 264, child care personnel include: All individuals employed by the covered setting, both full- and part-time, including, but not limited to, administrators, teachers, individuals providing food, custodial, and administrative support services, contractors, providers, and any other individuals performing work in covered settings whose job duties require them to make regular visits to such covered

settings, including volunteers. Covered workers do not include individuals who visit the covered setting only to provide one-time or limited-duration repairs, services, or construction. All child care centers will have until November 1, 2021 to come into full compliance with the vaccine or testing requirement. At that time, if a worker has not submitted proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the worker will be required to submit to a minimum once to twice weekly testing. Regardless of whether the setting is providing workers with on-

site access to testing or requiring workers to submit proof of a COVID-19 test, both antigen and molecular tests will be acceptable to fulfill the requirements of the Order. Workers are considered “ f u lly va cci nated” for COVID-19 two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine. Individuals will only be considered fully vaccinated when they have received a COVID-19 vaccine that is currently authorized for emergency use by the U.S. Food and

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New Jersey in May from the federal government through the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act has been spent by the Murphy administration. “The state has the money in the bank. There’s no reason not to spend a fraction of it to bolster unemployment,” Holzapfel said. “It makes no sense to clobber employers again when federal funds intended for this kind of purpose are just collecting dust. Let’s put it to work and save jobs.” Other states, including Nevada and Ohio, repaid their federal unemployment loans in full prior to Sept. 6 using monies they received through ARP to avoid unnecessary interest charges. The Murphy administration has projected New Jersey’s UI Fund deficit will grow to more than $1 billion by the end of the fiscal year, and taxpayers will be stuck with the bill.

Drug Administration or the World Health Organization, or that are approved for use by the same. Workers for whom vaccination status is unknown or who have not provided sufficient proof of document, must be considered unvaccinated for purposes of this Order. This Order will not impact a child care center’s ability to impose more stringent vaccination or testing requirements on workers, including any requirement for more frequent testing, for testing of both vaccinated and unvaccinated staff, and for mandatory vaccinations without a testing alternative.

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Continued From Page 1 CKY in August and asked for an emergent hearing. There are a number of safety issues regarding traffic and fire codes, he said. “There’s school buses that are coming there; there’s sight distances problems; there are queuing problems - if a number of buses come at the same time, together with vehicles; there’s turning radii involved with the buses if there’s cars or vans that are coming up as well,” he said. “There’s got to be a system for that, how to do that properly.” A school must adhere to the fire sub-

The Brick Times, September 25, 2021, Page 9 code, and currently there is a lack of prevention and suppression systems, cooking suppression systems and more, he said. The owner is in violation of fuel gas codes. There are no fire extinguishers or carbon monoxide detectors. There are open junction boxes, egress violations and more, Mayor Ducey said. Up until this point, the township Code Enforcement had a Cease and Desist order against the school, which says they must shut down and if they don’t, they will be fined up to $2,000 a day. One of the dorm houses is being fined $2,000 a day for overcrowding and the other is being investigated for not having a Certificate of Occupancy.

Four Arrested On Drug Charges

By Bob Vosseller BRICK - Members of the Township police department’s Street Crime Unit continued their crackdown into drug distribution resulting in the arrest of four people. SCU Detectives observed suspicious activity in the area of Mapleleaf Park around 8:30 p.m. on September 9 which led Patrolman Scott Smith conducting a motor vehicle stop. He and his K9 partner Echo completed an exterior sniff of the vehicle and had a positive indication on the vehicle which led to two arrests. Joni Briton 30, of Brick was arrested by SCU Detectives and charged with Possession of Crack Cocaine, loitering to obtain a Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS), Possession of Paraphernalia, failure to turn over CDS, driving while suspended and operating an unsafe motor vehicle. Jason Feliciano 34, and also from Brick was arrested and charged with loitering to obtain CDS, Possession of Crack Cocaine, Possession of drug paraphernalia and failure to turn over CDS. Briton and Feliciano were lodged in Ocean County Jail. On September 13 SCU Detectives responded at 6 p.m. to the McDonalds at 191 Van Zile Road for a report of a subject appearing to be under the influence. Further investigation led to the discovery of several wax folds containing heroin. Also found were several needles containing heroin and approximately two ounces of marijuana packaged in several bags. The detectives sent the marijuana for destruction and the suspect was warned. Brick resident Vincent Corcoran 33, was charged with Possession of Heroin, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Under the influence of CDS, Possession of Alprazolam and Possession of a hypodermic syringe. Corcoran was released on a summons. SCU Detectives responded at 6:30 p.m. on September 15 to the 7-Eleven at 667 Mantoloking Road on a call of a man appearing to be under the influence of drugs. Timothy Yeoman 33, Brick, was charged with Possession of Heroin, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and being under the influence of CDS. Yeoman was released on a summons. The police department reminded residents that the department will assist those struggling with addiction by assisting addicts

in getting treatment through a variety of programs including Blue Hope. For more information visit Brick Police headquarters or call 732-262-1100. Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.

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BRICK – Presented by the Brick Township Recreation, register now for the upcoming season of Recreation Basketball. All games are played at either Lake Riviera Middle School or Vets Middle School. Grade is determined by 20212022 school year. Divisions: • Boys’ 4th, 5th, & 6th, 7th & 8th grade • Girls’ 4th through 6 th , 7th through 9 th grade 12-game season with playoffs All participants receive a t-shirt and certificate Game times var between 6:15 to 8:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday Saturday games 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fee is $70 High School Division: • Boys’ 9 th to 12th grade Games are played every Sunday Start time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fee is $70 Practice will begin in the first week of November and the season with playoffs will go through February. Register today at Register.Communitypass.net. For more information, call 732-262-4622.

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BRICK – On September 10, Mayor Ducey attended the Brick Little League Fall Season Kick-Off and 9/11 Ceremony Event, where he had the honor of throwing the First Pitch.

─Photo courtesy Brick Township Congratulations to the 2021 Junior League D18 Championship winners and the 2021 Intermediate 50/70 NJ State Championship winner!

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Town-Wide Yard Sale

BRICK – Start cleaning your garages, attics and basements and get ready to sell your things at the Brick Township’s First Town-Wide Yard Sale! The sale will be held on October 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost to participate is $5 and allows you to sell your goods at your property. Participating home addresses will be included in all promotional efforts by the Township. These will include:

• Postings on social media and BTV • Facebook Event Page for the sale • Inclusion in Township’s weekly email newsletter (over 8,000 subscribers) • Inclusion on a map created for the event

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Register by visiting the Clerk’s Office, 401 Chambers Bridge Road, or by downloading a form on the Township Website. The deadline to register is October 1.

Come and enjoy fresh, sweet corn and tomatoes, fruits and vegetables, local honey, fresh baked goods, farm fresh eggs & so much more!

Beach Access Free For Fall/Winter

POINT PLEASANT – Attention Residents: the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach is aware of numerous posts about beach access from the boardwalk. The Borough has been advised by Jenkinson’s that as of September 8, there will open, free, unrestricted access to the beach all fall and winter at: Broadway, Water Street, the Aquarium, and Arnold Ave. All other entrances will be closed.

There will not be any security guards, and no-one will be stopped from entering the beach after 7 p.m. There are no lifeguards on duty, so swimming is strictly prohibited. All access points will be closed in the event of excessive rough surf due to an anticipated weather event. For additional information you can contact Jenkinson’s directly at 732-892-0600.

Networking Breakfast

BRICK – Join the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce for their monthly Networking Breakfast on October 1 from 7:45 to 9 a.m. at David’s Culinary Catering. Make new contacts and grow your business while enjoying a delicious

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... ask Michelle Welcome to our Q & A Column. We will be here every month to answer your dementia related questions. Send your questions to Questions@care-one.com. Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson is here to assist you in your journey. Q: Dementia runs in my family. When should I talk to my parents about their wishes and getting legal paperwork taken care of? Cody G. A: Dear Cody G., The earlier, the better. Ideally, the conversations should be on-going, and their wishes should be expressed before an actual diagnosis. I believe end-oflife planning with or without a dementia diagnosis is important for everyone to consider. There are 5 legal documents that are highly recommended, a certified elder law attorney can assist you; Living Trust, Will, Advanced Directive, Durable Power of Attorney, and Financial Power of Attorney. Q: My grandpa has dementia, and it is getting worse. He drives. We are concerned about his safety and the safety of others. What is the best way to talk with him about not driving anymore? Amanda Z. A: Dear Amanda Z., In Early-stage dementia our judgement and reasoning abilities are already being affected. Talking with a family member about giving up their driving privileges might not be the best approach. They still believe that they are independent and ok to drive. I would suggest having an outside professional like a physician or elder law attorney recommend that they be retested at NJDMV by a Certified Rehabilitation Specialists.

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BAY HEAD – The annual Shark Run 5K and Kids Color Run is back on October 2! Sponsored by the Bay Head Home & School Association, this is our largest fundraiser of the year. The HSA strives to provide for extracurricular activities, enhancements for the classroom, curriculum and school grounds as well as clubs, sports equipment, class trips and after school programs for all grades.

Entry Fee: $35 through Race Day. Kids Shark Color Fun Run Entry Fee: $15. Use the link to sign up to run or donate: runsignup.com/Race/NJ/BayHead/ sharkrun5k. Don’t forget if you own a business or the company you work for would like to purchase a sponsorship package, contact The Bay Head Home and School Association at sharkrun5k@gmail.com.

Create Your Own Walking Stick

TOMS RIVER – Hiking season is here, and what better way to kick it off than to make your very own personalized walking stick? Join the Ocean County Parks & Recreation for an afternoon with Brad Koller, who will teach us how to handcraft a beautiful walking stick. Wood, tools, gloves, and aprons will be provided and sanitized. Please wear a mask. The event will take place on October 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Cooper Environmen-

tal Center at Cattus Island County Park. Bring exact cash or check payable to instructor Brad Koller for $30. Event open for ages 11 and up. Children age 11 to 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather. FEE: $5 per person registration fee. Link to the Registration Form: bit. ly/39dKVn7. For more information, visit oceancountyparks.org or call Ocean County Parks at 732-506-9090.

September Barnegat Bay Book Club

TOMS RIVER – Looking for a fall read? Join Save Barnegat Bay for the September installment of the Barnegat Bay Book Club! The club will be meeting on September 27 at 6 p.m. for a book discussion of “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer via

Zoom. Then on September 30 at 12:30 p.m. there will be an author talk through NYU Reads. Follow this link to sign up and get connected with events: forms.gle/X6iixohJsDYYjKMMA.

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Around The Jersey Shore RECALIBRATE Offers Veteran Peer Group Meetings

─Photo courtesy Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office TOMS RIVER – September is Suicide Prevention Month. The health and mental health of the nation’s veterans and first responders should be the highest priority. Three local combat veterans who are also members of Ocean County Law Enforcement - Agent Ruben Gomez of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Special Offenders Unit, Officer Dan Dowe of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office and Officer John Roth of the Jackson Township Police Department are committed to helping veterans and first responders reconnect to life after military service or a crisis. These three gentlemen serve on the board of RECALIBRATE, an Ocean County based group of veterans that came together to help other veterans foster a social connection for disconnected veterans and first responders. RECALIBRATE concen-

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trates on wellness activities such as fitness, surfing, yoga, and peer recovery meetings. RECALIBRATE offers the opportunity for veterans and first responders to reach out and connect with like-minded veterans who have shared the same experiences, knowing that starting a conversation with someone is often the first step in preventing a suicide. RECALIBRATE holds a veteran peer group meeting the 3rd Wednesday of every month beginning at 7 p.m. at the Toms River VFW Hall located at 210 Courthouse Lane in Toms River, first responders are welcome. You can reach RECALIBRATE through their social media or by email at info@recalibrateusa.org. If you are a veteran or know a veteran who may be in in crisis, call the veterans crisis line at 1-800-273-8255 and press 1.

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Springsteen And Mellencamp Spotted In ‘Small Town’ On Jersey Shore By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – She was just looking for some sea glass on the beach of Bay Head but what Susan Fimiani found was a chance in a lifetime. The Toms River resident had a rare double-rock star sighting of Freehold native Bruce Springsteen, who is often seen around Ocean and Monmouth counties, who was hanging out with midwestern music icon John Mellencamp. She told JerseyShoreOnline.com that she couldn’t believe her eyes at first when she spotted them both on Bridge Avenue. She said hi to them both and got a photo with them. “I had to be in Brick and after that I went to Point Pleasant to look for sea glass and I didn’t find any so I went to Bay Head. I didn’t end up finding any in Bay Head but you don’t know unless you go. I came off the beach and got in my car,” Fimiani said. She added, “I went down East Avenue and turned right onto Bridge Avenue and I see this guy talking to another guy and I say, oh my God that is Bruce Springsteen.” “I pull over and I knew he’d been spotted otherwise I wouldn’t have recognized him because you have this picture in your head as to what

these people look like, so when they don’t look like that anymore and none of us look like we did in our 20s,” the 51-year-old businesswoman said. She pulled over and The Boss is still talking to a third man on the street who it turns out she knew but that was a whole other story. “I pulled over toward the other guy who has a full head of gray hair and looks a little like Jon Bon Jovi but he’s not, and I say to him, “hey it must be really interesting to walk down the street with…holy crap you’re John Mellencamp,” she remarked. “It was really funny and he said, ‘yeah’ and at this point Bruce had walked over and I got out of the car and I talked with them a little bit. I told them I was a big fan and it was great to meet both of you and I can’t believe I’m meeting you on the side of a road in Bay Head and can I take a picture. We took the picture and they said thank you and that was pretty much it,” she said. Fimiani said, “I wish I had said could I comb my hair really quick (before the photo was taken) but I didn’t want to intrude.” She didn’t think to ask why the two singers happened to be together in Bay Head. “It is still mind boggling so I didn’t think to ask, ‘why

─Photo courtesy Susan Fimiani Toms River resident Susan Fimiani joins singers Bruce Springsteen and John Mellencamp during a chance encounter on Bridge Avenue in Bay Head recently.

are you guys hanging out?’ I heard a couple things; Bruce’s birthday was coming up and maybe they were there for that. Maybe they were collaborating. There was a rumor that they were going to possibly go on stage for the See Hear Now Festival. I don’t know.” It could be that Mellencamp was returning the favor to Springsteen having visited him in Indiana earlier this year to record material for an upcoming Mellencamp record. Both singers are in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Fimiani has met celebrities before when she and her parents moved to Florida in 1988. “Living

there I met a hand full of celebrities. I met Dom DeLuise, Bert Reynolds, Paul Newman but they were celebrities coming into the restaurant I worked in and Dom DeLuise at the movies. It was known that celebrities came in so you kind of knew it.” “When you live in New Jersey running into Bruce is almost a rite of passage. You have a really good chance of it happening but to meet him on the street with John Mellencamp that was absolutely crazy to me,” she added. Springsteen, who lives in Colts Neck, and Mellencamp, a native of Indiana, were walking toward the beach.

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As the year winds down and we begin to look forward to the festivities and social reconnections that accompany the colder months, it’s time to consider paying us a visit! Here are five excellent reasons to make an appointment with your hearing specialist this winter season. 1 Ear Inspection: Cold weather can harden earwax, causing discomfort and muffled hearing. Otoscopic examination will reveal whether you need removal of wax (cerumen) or not. If so, we would refer you to an ENT and/or your primary care doctor so they can take of the issue. 2 Tinnitus That ringing, humming, or buzzing in your ear that no one else seems to hear isn’t all in your head — it may be tinnitus, which can be associated with hearing loss or another underlying health issue. We can help get to the bottom of why it’s happening and reduce its impact on your life. Studies have also shown that tinnitus can be more prominent during weather changes, so don’t hesitate to investigate. 3 Warranty Expiration Depending on when you purchased your hearing aids, your warranty may be expiring soon. We can help maximize and protect your investment by cleaning, checking, and performing selected repairs while the devices remain under warranty. 4 New Tech Once your devices are more than four years old, we recommend checking whether they’re still meeting your needs.

From Bluetooth to telehealth compatibility, we can offer the perfect option to customize your hearing experience and filter out the annoying background noise that comes with busy shopping centers and family gatherings. If you’re due for an upgrade, we can fit you with the latest model to keep you hearing everything you want and nothing you don’t. 5 Hearing Aid Tune-Ups & Extra Batteries Winter is a tough season for your hearing aids. Low temperatures affect the functionality of nearly all personal electronics and drain batteries quickly. Changes in temperature can create condensation, which can cause problems. Bring your aids in for a tune-up and inspection. We can ensure they are in great shape, as well as send you home with a dehumidifier to store them in and extra batteries. If you’re wearing rechargeable battery hearing aids, let us check the “health” of the battery before your warranty expires. Has it been a while since we last saw you? We miss you! Make the most of your winter festivities by scheduling an appointment with our caring team today. Call today to schedule your appointment. We can be reached at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/ Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit our website at www.gardenstatehearing. com

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

How To Manage Hypertension With Modern Treatments By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Being sedentary will raise your blood pressure. Researchers evaluated 28 older women with hypertension and made them exercise. They compared the results to 17 other women who maintained their normal (sedentary) lifestyle and did not exercise. They had them exercising routinely for nine months and their blood pressure numbers improved. Then they had them rest without any kind of training, and their markers all went to pot! Essentially, exercise helped to reduce both systolic and diastolic pressures, as well as resting heart rate but after sitting around, there were no longer any benefits. It’s not like we had to have a study to know this, but the topic of maintaining healthy blood pressure reminded me of another story I want to share with you today. A new acquaintance of mine mentioned he was taking atenolol pills for his blood pressure (and only that), and it concerned me because prescribers today should already know that the drug is not super useful for this purpose! There was a study a long time ago in the Lancet in 2004 which caused the drug to fall from grace. It didn’t appear to work much better than placebo so doctors started using other medications to manage hypertension. Regardless, there are 3,788,125 people still taking the medication in the U.S. and over 18 million prescriptions were written for it in 2019. Since it’s not too useful for high blood pressure, maybe you are taking it for an off-label indication such as

migraine or anxiety? The drug may also used to relieve chest pain (angina) and help with essential tremors. Some research indicates that if atenolol is used in combination with another medication for hypertension, then it’s beneficial. More modern treatments include ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors like enalapril, and even better, the ARB drugs such as candesartan. There is the category of Calcium Channel Blockers too, drugs such as amlodipine, or nifidepine and these are considered modern treatments. Doctors sometimes use diuretics to reduce fluid volume in the body and these work via your kidneys. There are many agents today, and your doctor selects the best drug for you based upon your specific medical problem, age, kidney/heart function and even your race. Atenolol (and also propranolol) belong to the larger category of beta blockers. These drugs may increase potassium levels and reduce CoQ10 levels. They may also reduce melatonin, your sleep hormone. If you would like to read my longer article on this, I can email it to you if you sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com. In the meantime, Make sure you are working with a qualified professional to make appropriate changes to your diet, lifestyle and medication regimen. Blood pressure elevations do not happen overnight, they are the symptom of another disease so please do not ignore the warning signs of headache, nose bleeds, fatigue and edema.

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent

Items Wanted

Daytona Fla. House 1 Block to Beach.

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)

3/2, W/D, Weekly, Monthly, $200/ nite. todd.waller29@yahoo.com (42)

Yard Sale Country Walk Community Yard Sale - Saturday, September 25, 9-3. Multiple houses; many different items. Township Line Road, Whiting. (41) Homestead Run Community Wide Yard Sale - Saturday, October 2nd 9am to 3pm - Rain or Shine - 100 Fireside Blvd., Toms River, NJ 08755. (42)

Lost Pet UPDATE: FOUND - Lost Cat from Ishmael Rd/Atlantic Shore Pines Campground area 8/13. White fur with tabby markings. 662-380-1662. (41)

Misc. Comic Book Festival - Sunday, September 26. Elks, 600 Washington Street. Toys, cards, Anime, artists, writers, costumes, crafts. Admission $3. Info 609-242-7756. (41) FALL RUMMAGE SALE - 1ST Church of Toms River, 129 Chestnut St., Toms River. Friday, Oct. 1; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. Oct. 2; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $4 bag sale. For more info: 732-349-8155 or email: Office@fumctr.com (41)

Personals Single Senior Males - 65+, Wanted for single females. Friendship, companion or partner. Must have good standars, morals. 732-252-9881. (46)

Items For Sale Automatic Lift Chair - Brand new $600/OBO. Call 732-657-4144. (43)

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) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Jazz, Blues, Reggae. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (43) Used Guns Wanted - All 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, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n)

Help Wanted Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) HELP WANTED/SE SOLICITA Hiring For The Following Positions: -Lead Cook (experience is must). - Dishwasher. - Servers. Apply in person Tuesday-Sunday. Tenampa Mexican Restaurant - 1341 U.S. 9, Toms River. 732-505-1870. (41) IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS We are hiring Certified Home Health Aides − CHHA. Licensed Practical Nurse − LPN. Registered Nurses − RN. Direct Support Professional − DSP Fill application on-line at Sabahomehealthcare.com or call us at 732-797-0700. Please send resume to ssalu@sabahhc.com. (t/n) HHA - Wanted as needed basis. Lite housekeeper wanted as needed basis. Seaside Heights. Dependable, flexible. Please call 732-854-2750 for salary. (40) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) HIRING NOW!! Looking for outgoing, positive, and engaging teachers to join our Toms River – Route 70 Goddard Family. We are primarily hiring teachers for our elementary school aged children to foster a learning environment in which these children can continue to do their elementary school work. This would include helping them with worksheets, zooms, google classrooms etc. Some of the great perks of being a part of the Goddard Family include a benefits package, paid time off, holiday events and free food and Goddard swag. Call today to inquire about this job posting and start as early as next week! We can be reached through phone at 732-363-5530 or email at TomsRiver2NJ@GoddardSchools.com. 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)

Services Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience. Call Jim 732-674-3346. (39) Loving, Reliable, and Experienced Mom - Caring for children 6-months to 4-Years-old in my Jackson home, located near 60 Acres Reserve Complex. Childcare to begin in October. Drop off as early as 7 a.m., and pick up by 6 p.m. Fun Pre-School activities and scheduled nap time. Accepting no more than 4 children at reasonable rates. Call Donna and leave a message: 732-921-2749. (43)

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Services Don Carnevale Painting Interior, Some Exterior. No Job Too Small. Very Neat. Reasonable & Affordable. Senior Discounts. Low Rates & Free Estimates. 732899-4470 or 732-915-4075. (t/n) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) C H E A P PA I N T I N G D O N E RIGHT - Free est. Fully ins. Over 35yrs exp. Call 732-506-7787, Cell 646-643-7678. (43) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Chris N The Smooth Jazz Kats Mo-Town, Pop and R&B. Available for Weddings, Anniversary Parties, Birthday Parties, Retirement Parties, Corporate Events. Find us on Facebook & The Knot, and Wedding Wire. 609-892-8194. chrisandthesmoothjazzkats@gmail.com. (40) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19) ALL American Home Health Aides Experienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in. Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605 (t/n) GENERAC Standby Generators provide backup power during utility power outages, so your home and family stay safe and comfortable. Prepare now. Free 7-year extended warranty ($695 value!). Request a free quote today! Call for additional terms and conditions. 1-833-901-0309. (t/n) Two great new offers from AT&T Wireless! Ask how to get the new iPhone 11 or Next Generation Samsung Galaxy S10e ON US with AT&T's Buy one, Give One offer. While supplies last! CALL 1-877-373-0131. (t/n) LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000. NO JOB TOO SMALL! (15)

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Willow Springs Donates Autism Sensory Kits To Brick Police

By Chris Lundy BRICK – Willow Springs donated sensory kits to police officers so that they can de-escalate an emergency involving an autistic person. The kits contain objects that help subjects who are experiencing sensory overload, by giving them something to focus one of their senses on. This is known as “stimming.” In addition to the stimming objects each kit contains several “I have autism” and “My child has autism” cards that First Responders can hand out to autistic persons and parents of autistic children. The kits are made and sold by POAC Autism Services. Police reported that in 2020, the department responded to at least 49 incidents involving a person with autism. So far this year, that number is at least 33.

There is a high percentage of special needs residents in Brick. Part of that is from an unofficial cluster many years ago. Part of that is because parents heard good things about the school district’s autism program so they moved to the area. Brick police said that the officers are trained in autism awareness and best practices in responding to a person who might be having an emergency and is on the autism spectrum. In February, for example, all officers went through a halfday of training with POAC Director Gary Weitzen, who was also on hand when the kits were donated. The kits will be placed on ambulances for the Brick Township Police EMS. “Whatever we can do to serve the community, that’s what we’re looking to do. We’re really happy to help,” said Pam

Montemurno, the Director of Hospital and Physician Relations for Willow Springs. Chief James Riccio said, “We’re always glad to have partners to help us. Policing

is a team effort and these kits are a great example of how everyone in a community can work together to benefit those with special needs.”

─Photo courtesy Brick Police From left: EMT Brian Schwarz, EMT Supervisor Dorothy DePiano, EMT Alexis Sweeney and EMT Andrew Bloomer.

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Photo Of The Week

No matter what season, the Jersey Shore is quite picturesque. Here’s an amazing sunset direct from Berkeley Island Park. Fish anyone? (Photo by Heather Allen)

Annual ‘More Than Pink Walk’ Fundraiser On October 3

JACKSON – Susan G. Komen, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, announced that its signature fundraising event, in New Jersey, will be held in-person once again, after being held virtually last year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The annual ‘More Than Pink Walk’ fundraising event will be held October 3 at Six Flags Great

Adventure. The local event brings together a community of hope and compassion to raise funds to save lives from breast cancer. Funds raised support Komen’s advocacy, research investments and support of people facing breast cancer today, ensuring everyone can get the care they need to live.

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─Photo courtesy Jersey Shore Animal Center By Chris Lundy BRICK – Philip has been at the shelter for a while and is ready to go to a good home. “I am one year old and I am a good boy. I am super smart and energetic so I hope I find a friend that likes to play and go on adventures. My friends say I am best suited with kids 12+ and I need a fenced in yard. Please hurry to come see me. I have been here a long time.” You can view this pet and more at jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org.

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

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of sept 25 - OCT 1

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Find common ground. You and a loved one may be at odds over how to spend money this week. The simplest solution is to respect each other’s views and find something that benefits you both. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Evidence of someone’s love and affection can brighten your day. The only way to get past roadblocks in the week ahead is to roll up your sleeves and show greater initiative on the job. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Make a relationship more harmonious by being sincere and truthful. Share your wisdom with children or forgive someone who has crossed the line. Incorporate visionary ideas into your work in the week ahead. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Frank discussions with family and friends may offer useful insights into business relationships or your career direction. Listen carefully to sound advice as the week unfolds and focus on making profitable transactions. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Go with your first instinct when faced with tough financial decisions. You can most likely follow a partner’s advice without fear of making a mistake. Put your creativity to the test in the upcoming week by showing off your projects. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Actions will speak louder than words in the week ahead. Honor your promises and prove that you mean what you say. Loved ones will appreciate your companionship and your sincere compliments. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): When you’re

smart and hardworking it can be easy to make money. Make an intense atmosphere brighter by being witty and positive. Avoid making big decisions or signing contracts at the end of the week. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your business sense may be undone when you’re exposed to something unique in the week ahead. Don’t spend your cash on frivolous garbage or make impulse purchases that won’t pay off as an investment. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Use brains, not brawn. To achieve your goals, figure out how to work better and smarter. In the week to come, think about what you can have and how to get it rather than obsessing about what you don’t have. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Being secretive or possessive may not sit well with loved ones. Allow them breathing room to do their own thing and share confidences in the week to come. Be generous if purchasing someone a gift. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Cooperation is the key to harmony. Without solid support, you’ll have a tough time getting the ball rolling in the week ahead. Point out the shared benefits someone will gain by being in your corner. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Current cosmic energies signal a focus on partnerships and verbal exchanges. Rather than taking financial risks if your imagination gets out of hand in the week ahead, do some serious homework to clarify the situation.

THESE CHEESY ROLLS, ORIGINALLY FROM BRAZIL, ARE EASY TO MAKE IN YOUR OWN KITCHEN By America’s Test Kitchen

PAO DE QUEIJO (CHEESE BREAD) Makes 12 rolls

Vegetable oil spray 1 cup (8 ounces) whole milk 1 cup shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese (4 ounces) 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese (2 ounces) 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups (8 ounces) tapioca starch 1. Adjust oven rack to the middle position and heat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with vegetable oil spray. 2. Add milk, cheddar cheese, Pecorino

cheese, oil, eggs, and salt to a blender. Add tapioca starch. (Make sure to add the tapioca starch last, or the mixture will turn to glue in the blender.) Process on high speed for 30 seconds. 3. Scrape down the sides of blender jar. Replace the lid and process on high speed until smooth, about 30 seconds. Pour batter evenly into greased muffin tin cups, filling each cup about three-quarters full. 4. Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake until rolls are golden and puffed, 25 to 30 minutes. 5. Place the muffin tin on a cooling rack and let the rolls cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes. Run a butter knife around the edges of the rolls to loosen them from the muffin tin. Remove the rolls from the muffin tin and transfer directly to the cooling rack. Ser ve warm.

(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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