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The JACKSON Times Vol. 22 - No. 17

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─Photo By Bob Vosseller Runner Samantha Oscar of Pennsville crosses the finish line during the second Eagle First Responder 5 K Run held in Johnson Park. By Bob Vosseller tradition. It happened mild for runners and the park. JACKSON – Usually, again this year at John- walkers. Gavin was all smiles an Eagle Scout project son Memorial Park. Proceeds from the sporting his race-T-shirt is completed, the scout The event afforded event benefited several as he was overseeing the goes up in rank, and people the opportunity organizations including activities that concluded everyone looks back on to gather together for a Scout Troops 204 and with the presentation of it as a great accomplish- healthy, family-orient- 402, the Jackson Mills awards. ment. It’s usually not ed activity that builds Volunteer Fire ComThe teen organizer was something that comes community spirit. At- pany Station 54 and happy with the turnout back a year later. tendees and event orga- Jackson Police Benev- for the event. “It is great Gavin Kohute’s project nizers both noted that olent Association 168. to see it going on for the was a 5K he organized you couldn’t ask for a The flat course started second year. I think we last year, to benefit first better day for the event in the park and moved had 82 pre-registered responders, and it is as there was a breeze, through local streets and I don’t know the becoming a township and temperatures were before coming back to (Scout - See Page 4)

Officials Consider Ways To Handle Housing Litigation

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – During many recent council meetings, Jackson officials have been asked about either development issues such as the state’s affordable housing laws or the status of particular houses that residents say have violated township code.

Resident Sheldon Hofstein frequently appears before the governing body to ask questions and/or make some recommendations. “A couple months ago I asked the council to consider passing a resolution requesting that the state legislature take back control of affordable hous-

ing.” “As of now, everything is being decided by unelected civilian municipal court judges and you’ve seen what a mess has been made of that,” he added. Hofstein asked if the council made any decisions regarding a resolution requesting “the

state to take back this important duty that they should be doing?” Council President Andrew Kern said the best way to do that would be by voting in the November general election. “Change the people that are there who had the opportunity for many, many years to make these

changes. They have not. Replacing them would be the main thing to do.” Hofstein recommended the council guide the lawmakers as the governing body has in the past, issued resolutions “asking the legislature to do certain things.” Kern said this idea

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Residents Fear Being “Pushed Out” Of Neighborhood By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Despite a number of brightly colored stop work orders stuck to the front door of 41 Mill Pond in the Whispering Hills section of the township, work is continuing, according to those who spoke out during a recent Township Council meeting. During the public comment period of that meeting, residents who live in the Whispering Hills development came out calling for action to be taken concerning two properties within that neighborhood that they said were undergoing interior work that is in violation of township code. 41 Mill Pond Ce d a r v iew Ave nue re side nt Kor i Sargent lives in the Whispering Hills neighborhood and noted the people who were sitting behind him at the meeting were his neighbors “who are just trying to live a comfortable life. I am here to raise awareness about a situation that is happening in our neighborhood.” He said the situation was in reference to township code being broken “and nothing done about it. There are two residences in the Whispering Hills neighborhood that have recently changed hands of ownership and my understanding is that one is being designated as a house of worship and another is being prepared to be a school.” “I believe in some cases police officers were notified of codes being violated. In some cases code enforcement forces were notified of codes being broken and the neighbors there see no action. Most of us feel the neighborhood is changing. It is changing rapidly. Buildings are being used against township ordinances and against homeowners’ association ordinances. We would like the township to know about them and to take more of an action to address it,” Sargent said.

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Continued From Page 1 exact number for today’s registrants.” “It was really great to get my Eagle Scout after my project last year. It is great to see it lived out again. This will benefit Station 54. They are our troop’s charter organization. They help us out,” Kahute added. The fire company charters both Troop 204 and Troop 402 made up of female scouts. The day’s activities included the 5 Kilometer Run, a walk and “we have a one mile run which is mainly for the younger crowd. That is pretty fun too,” the scout added. His father Brian Kohute, who participated in the run this year said, “we are excited to keep this going. It was great to get the police involved and we had the Air Force Color guard come at the opening to perform the National Anthem.”

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Continued From Page 1 would more likely see action with “the next legislature.” Hofstein also previously asked the council to consider hiring an attorney who is an expert in religious land use and who could advise and or represent the town in court in order to level the playing field in these continued challenges to the ordinances. He asked the governing body where that suggestion stands. Township Attorney Gregory McGucken responded “I’ve had discussions with council and provided them some information and I

Station 54 members Steve Linde who is the president of the fire company and Lt. Ralph Aponte were watching the runners and walkers come in near a fire truck that was parked on the field that flew a giant American flag. “I’m also an assistant scout master and this started out as an event for an Eagle project and being the Troops’ charter organization Gavin wanted to do something to thank us. Everything that was raised from the first one went to our scholarship fund. This year it is a fundraiser for the Boy Scout Troop, the fire company and the PBA. Whatever we get will be put into the scholarship fund,” Aponte said. He added that students put in applications to the fire company “and we pick, depending on what’s there. Two to four kids receive a scholarship.” “I can’t think of a better use of the money than supporting kids to get into college and

it is for both high schools in the town. If we can at least help them pay for some books, it is a little leg up for them,” Linde added. “It’s great to give back to the scouts, the girls now and a Cub Scout Pack. We have three charters,” Linde said. He noted that the scouts hold their meetings at the fire company’s facilities and “they also keep it clean for us. It is a symbiotic relationship.” He added that fire companies everywhere are in need of members and urged residents who might be interested to reach out Station 54 or the fire company in their fire district. The fire company will have a promotional table at Jackson Day coming up on October 2 at Johnson Park. One of the day’s runners was Samantha Oscar who sported the number 1251. “This is my first time running here. My sister-inlaw Danielle Matteo lives here in Jackson and she asked me to do it with her.”

The two runners have a bit of a rivalry going on. “I’m from Pennsville which is an hour and a half away. I finished at 31 and I think Danielle finished at 27,” Oscar said. Councilman Alex Sauickie was happy to be announce the return of runners and walkers with a microphone near the trophy table. One of those runners was his son, Alex Sauickie IV. “On a hot day it can be rough but it is perfect today,” the councilman said. “Getting the overcast is what you want. I had the honor to be at Gavin’s Eagle ceremony and I think it is a great example of volunteering and what you can do for the community.” Sauicikie said, “typically an Eagle project is once but he’s taken on the task and the work to do this and raise money for scholarships for the firefighters. I’ve known him since he was a little kid and he’s just a great guy.”

understand it is being considered.” Hofstein noted that the Council has the ability to investigate certain matters and he called on them to investigate “why some of our laws are being broken, why our ordinances are not being followed and our code enforcement directives and building codes are being ignored. Why can’t the law breakers be stopped?” “Why are unsafe buildings being used and occupied and why are people permitted to disrupt residential neighborhoods? It is the council who must investigate these problems and provide the answers. If stronger laws or higher fines are required then you should do your due diligence,” he added.

“Like or not you guys are on the spot. There have been tons of talk around the town of what has been happening in people just ignoring the laws. Most of us in this town are law abiding but there are people who are just thumbing their nose at you guys,” Hofstein added. During the meeting Township Attorney Gregory McGuckin said that he’d be reviewing whether the township had an ordinance which called for those who were issued violation notices such as stop work notices, that would prohibit them from being granted permits for other work prior to violations being resolved. Mayor Michael Reina said that there were numerous code enforcement cases that were set

to be heard but had been backed up in the court system, delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He also noted that the township has been struggling with maintaining its staff within the zoning and construction departments and some inspectors were recovering from the coronavirus. Reina urged residents to present their information concerning incidents of code violations they have witnessed in their neighborhoods to his office through an appointment. “Don’t wait for a council meeting to share this information,” the mayor said. He added that posting it to a social media site is not how he and the council learn about issues within the township.

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Continued From Page 1 Mayor Says Reach Out Mayor Michael Reina reminded residents that his office “is open five days a week for issues such as this. Whether we want to hear it or not it is our responsibility to hear it. We get things in dribs and drabs - you kind of want to hear it from the source.” The mayor said while he can not authorize the police to take action. He can let the department know about issues presented to him by the public. “If you make an appointment, normally you will find me here at 4 o’clock but don’t let that stop you. The Business Administrator (Terence Wall) is here from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. He is the entity that runs the town during the day.” The mayor added that many cases like this are pending a court hearing and the court is backed up due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “You are being heard. Unfortunately it is at a snail’s pace because of the court system.” Regarding the building department Mayor Reina said “as fast as we try to hire people they leave. You have code enforcement officers who are out with COVID. We are going through litigation which prevents us from doing other things.” Township Attorney Gregory McGuckin presented an update on 41 Mill Pond and 16 Short Hills Boulevard, both of which have had reported violations of code. “They have been referred to my office by code enforcement and the construction department for review with the documents that have been provided which is where we are.”

The Jackson Times, September 25, 2021, Page 5 Whispering Hills Roaring With Sound Joseph Rucci, who lives on 24 Short Hills Boulevard said, “this week has been horrendous. Saws at 2 o’clock in the morning. I don’t like to hear a saw at 2 o’clock in the morning. There were chainsaws the other day. We just need to fix it. What I see in Jackson right now is not asking for permission - it is asking for forgiveness.” “We came here five years ago for tranquility,” local resident Angel Ferrer said. “Whispering Hills, there is nothing like it but it is changing. One of the buildings is like a hotel because we see transients in and out. The cars are never the same. I have a six-year-old and it just doesn’t feel safe. The traffic is in and out. Trees that were being cut and woke me up at 6 in the morning on my day off.” Ferrer said people were stopping him while he walks his dog in interest of purchasing his house. “Nobody wants to say what it is but we all know what it is and sooner or later, we’re already thinking about leaving. Things are going to change in this town and not for the better and it has nothing to do with religion - it has to do with keeping up with the laws.” Councilman Alex Sauickie said this was the same development that had a home that hosted a 100-plus party last year that had to be shut down by Jackson Police and a number of other law enforcement agencies during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ferrer said yes and “those are tactics. You guys have the law, they have tactics and their tactics are winning. They are pushing everyone else out. They don’t want us there. They have made that abundantly clear.”

“Realtors are approaching you?” Sauickie asked Ferrer. “Yes, I’ll be walking my dog and they’ll stop me looking for houses. I feel like we are being chased out of our neighborhood. That is what it feels like. The houses are dropping like dominos and they aren’t listing the houses either. A realtor told me ‘don’t list the house’ which means you are going to have an exclusive community in there,” Ferrer added. No Knock Ordinance In Place Council President Andrew Kern noted that the township has a no-knock ordinance “so if there are realtors that are violating that please report that.” Residents Glenn Martin, Joe Krakowski and Janine Nazina also shared their observations of the situation in the Whispering Hills neighborhood. In response to a question by Sauickie, McGuckin said that contractors and anyone working on the project “can be issued a violation notice and fined” for doing work when there are stop work orders. “The bottom line is the actual quality of life is changing and it is not changing in the right direction,” Martin said. Violations Krakowski said in reference to 41 Mill Pond, “they cut just about every tree down on the property. How were they issued a permit to cut trees when they already had four stop work orders like five or six weeks ago? Supposedly they got the tree permit recently.” McGuckin said “if they were issued the permit

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beforehand, it would obviously not apply. If they meet the criteria for the permit, it would be arbitrary to deny the issuance of the permit.” “What I don’t know is if the township has an ordinance regarding if there is an existing violation should any further permit be issued. I would have to check that. If not, that is an ordinance the township could consider,” McGuckin added. Swimming Pool Rentals Nazina told the Mayor and Council that “swimming pools are being rented on Cedarview. I counted at least 20 women come on the hour. Come, leave, and use the pool at another particular house on Cedarview. That is another issue that is going on in this neighborhood.” She added, “my house backs up to 41 Mill Pond. This morning at 6:45 they are cutting down trees. When I came home at 5 o’clock they were still cutting down trees. At 6:45 in the morning I don’t think they should be cutting down trees and wood chipping and whatever else. I am one of the first owners in that neighborhood. I’ve lived there for 21 years and raised my children here and it is upsetting.” “The other house in Short Hills is being used for gentlemen to come and stay there for the weekend. It is different people all weekend long. We pay an association fee to maintain a lake there and we have strangers walking around in and out of homes in the neighborhood and you have to worry about your children. Allegedly a family owns that home but they are certainly not there,” she added. As to 41 Mill Pond, Nazina noted she saw four violation notices on the door and yet “six contractors were working on the house today. It is not acceptable.”

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Smith: Deadline For Service Academy Nomination Is October 8

TRENTON - The deadline for students in the Fourth Congressional District to apply for a congressional nomination to attend a United States service academy - as a member of the class of 2026 - is Friday, October 8th, announced Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ). “Throughout my tenure in Congress, I’ve had the honor and privilege of nom-

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 ex-

inating more than 1,000 outstanding students for acceptance into one of our service academies,” said Rep. Smith, who has authored more than a dozen laws for those who have served in uniform. “These elite academies play a crucial role in educating and training young men and women who aspire to become our Nation’s next generation of

uniformed leaders.” The service academies include the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. All military academies - with the exception of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy - require a congressional nomination

from applicants in order to be considered for admission. To be eligible for nomination by Congressman Smith, applicants must be U.S. citizens living in the Fourth Congressional District and submit a completed application packet before 4 p.m. on October 8th. Though many students apply in their senior year of high school,

applicants may apply up to the age of 22 - or 25 - for the Merchant Marine Academy. To download the Congressman’s 2021 Service Academy Nomination Guide and Application, please visit ChrisSmith.House.Gov and click on Service Academy Nominations under the Constituent Services tab. While a congressional nomination doesn’t guar-

Governor Murphy: All Child Care Center Workers To Be Vaccinated Or Tested Regularly ceptions. These requirements will strengthen protections against COVID-19 to children in these settings 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,

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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 onsite 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

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have received a COVID-19 vaccine that is currently authorized for emergency use by the U.S. Food and 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.

AHS/Popcorn Park Fall Auction

FORKED RIVER – AHS/Popcorn Park is holding their 4th Online Gift Auction from November 11 through the 14. They hoped to go back to their, “BIG one” that’s been held every year for decades in person, but with more restrictions coming down from the pandemic, it’s not worth the risk. The online auctions are a fun way to raise money that supports the animals at all three of the AHS shelters and the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge. The auction begins at 5 p.m. on November 11

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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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Happy Trails With The Jackson Pathfinders By Dan Green, Corresponding Secretary of The Jackson Pathfinders

JACKSON – The Jackson Pathfinders are men, women, teens and scouts who love to be out on a trail in the beautiful natural lands of our town. They charge no dues or fees. All they ask in return are your interest and enthusiasm. Pathfinders volunteers maintain four woodland trails, all in Jackson: The Silver Stream Trail: across from 254 Frank Applegate Road. It is within the Metedeconk Preserve of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation. The Steve Kitay Living Trail: accessed via the Silver Stream Trail. The Pur ple Heart Trail: across from 8 2 0 E a s t Ve t e r a n s Hw y - R o u t e s 527/528. This trail is part of Jackson Township’s Bunker Hill Bogs Recreation Area. The Jackson Jungle Children’s Trail: on Jackson Drive, adjacent to the Jackson Jungle Play Park. It is to the left on your way to the Ocean County Library. Free and open to the public every day, the Pathf inders trails are for nature appreciation, hiking, mountain biking and horseback r iding. ( No bikes or horses on the Children’s Trail.) Visit their website for interactive Google maps of these Pathfinders trails and of several other trails in Jackson. On their website you will also find a trail map for the Forest Resource Education Center. Latest news about their trails: General: Ticks and chiggers seem to be more plentiful this year, so be diligent about applying protection when you go out (see below). Purple Heart Trail: Jackson Township has widened the entrance to Bunker Hill Bogs, so it is now much safer when entering and leaving in your car. More improvements are on the way: new signboards will soon be installed at the entrance in place of the rotting kiosks, and sections of damaged fencing will be repaired or replaced. Coming later will be exit signs at key points along the trail. Silver Stream Trail: The south side of the trail oval still presents challenges, especially in one spot where the roots of a fallen t ree have displaced ou r boardwalk. Be careful! Child ren’s Trail: The Township has recently identified several trees which are dying or have split trunks. They will be removed to ensure everyone’s safety. Whenever you go out on any trail, wear sturdy shoes or boots and bring drinking water. There is always a tripand-fall risk, so take a friend along to walk with you; don’t go out alone. Keep

a few trash bags in your car and take one with you for “carry in, carry out” etiquette. Except in cold weather, it is wise to protect yourself against ticks, mosquitoes and chiggers before you go. Spray your clothing with Permethrin the day before your walk. Then, on the day of your walk, apply Picaridin or other insect repellent to your skin. When you return home, inspect your body and remove any ticks you may find. Jackson Pathfinders volunteers trim briars and branches, clear fallen trees, install trail markers and signs, maintain boardwalks and bridges and much more. They love the beauty of nature and do ever y thing they can to pass

that love along to others. They receive support from Jackson’s Town Council, Public Works Department, Recreation Department and Environmental Commission. The Pathf inders ser ve as a local advocacy group for New Jersey’s Forest Resource Education Center, and they gladly partner with Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts on their own special projects. The beauty of Jackson’s natural lands calls to us. Out on the trail we breathe clean, virus-free air and experience the refreshing scent of the forest, the awesome flowing streams and the traffic-free quiet. The Jackson Pathfinders look forward to sharing with you their love for nature and for the trails which lead us there!

─Photo courtesy Jackson Pathfinders This Ghost Pipe plant was found at the Jackson Jungle Children’s Trail on Jackson Drive.

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JACKSON – Interested in wrestling? The Jackson Township Recreation Department will be holding a 2021-2022 wrestling program for all levels, beginners through advanced. Open to children currently enrolled in grades 1st through 8th. The season is from November through March. Register online at capturepoint. com through October 31. When registering online and paying by credit card a $5 convenience fee will be added to your total. Fee is $75 for Jackson residents; $100 for non-Jackson residents. Refunds are done by voucher and take approximately four to six weeks, there is a $10 fee per refund. No refunds

after October 31. Practices will be held at Jackson Liberty High School Auxiliary Gym. 3rd Grade and under: Mondays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Thursdays 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; 4th Grade and up: Tuesdays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Thursdays 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Supervisor is Glenn Pazinko, and can be contacted at 908-331-2592, spazinko@gmail.com. Wrestlers will be grouped according to their age, size and ability. Matches are optional and open to all registrants. Match fees are not included in your registration fee. Parents Orientation: date TBD in October and will take place at the Jackson Senior Center, 45 Don Connor Blvd.

Riding Safe For Richie 2021 Fundraiser

JACKSON – Come out for a day of fun and friends and raise money for the Riding Safe For Richie Foundation. The Foundation is a nonprofit organization in New Jersey founded in 2019. Their goal is to help keep young riders safe as well as help seniors with scholarships for college. Tickets are only $10 per person and include one raffle ticket for door prizes. There will be

a DJ, raffles, food, and fun. Drinks will be available to purchase. Anyone is welcome! The event is on October 16 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the AmVets Post 2 located at 1290 Toms River Road in Jackson. To purchase tickets in advance, message them on Facebook at: facebook. com/Riding-Safe-For-Richie-Foundation-101215002202451.

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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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

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Jersey Shore Civil War Round Table Meetings Announced

TOMS RIVER – Do you enjoy civil war history? Do you want to learn more? The Jersey Shore Civil War Round Table meets on the second Wednesday of each month, from September through June, on the Campus of Ocean County College (Bartlett Hall).

Established in 2014, they are an informal discussion group of all ages, occupations and experience levels. At each monthly meeting, they enjoy a presentation by authors, scholars or other noted experts in Civil War history. Come see what they’re all about. If you should

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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) 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)

Life Alert. One press of a button sends help FAST, 24/7! At home and on the go. Mobile Pendant with GPS. FREE First Aid Kit (with subscription.) CALL 877707-2722 FREE Brochure. (t/n)

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Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (19)

Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs. Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. In sured. Gutters cleaned. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (16)

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Free Online Health And Wellness Programs

NEW JERSEY – Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services (PHHC), Eatontown, with offices in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, is offering free online Health and Wellness programs, open to the public.

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Wounded Warrior Escort Announced For October 9

JACKSON – Save the date! Mayor Michael Reina hosts the annual Wounded Warrior Escort in Jackson Township on October 9. The parade/escort will take place at the Justice Complex on Jackson Drive. Veterans will start assembling at 9 a.m. Procession will start at 9:30 a.m. Spectators will be asked to safely park their cars along West Veterans Highway between Jackson Drive and South Stump Tavern Road. This will allow them to line the travel route so the soldiers can see them. Mayor Reina is asking everyone to help make this a memorable day for all our Wounded Warriors by having as many people as possible participate by lining up the travel route on October 9. For further information, contact the Mayor’s office at 732-928-1200 ext. 12112.

Church Flea Market & Concert

JACKSON – DeBows UMC, located at the intersection of route 571 & 537 in Jackson, will be hosting a Flea Market on October 9 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Table space (no table) for vendors is $10. Contact Sue at 732-928-0352 to reserve a space or for more information. The Libby Prison Minstrels band will be performing from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Additional information can be found at debowsumc.org.

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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)

New Egypt Football & Cheer Comedy Night Fundraiser NEW EGYPT – Join the New Egypt Football & Cheer for their first Comedy Night! This fundraiser will be held on October 15 at the Cookstown VFW. Doors Open at 6 p.m. with show starting at 7 p.m. Tickets: $30 per person; $240 per table, eight per table. Ages 21 and up online. There will be a cash bar and

a 50/50 raffle. Headlining in Mike Morse, featuring Sean Morton and hosted by Rob Epple. All proceeds go directly to New Egypt Youth Football & Cheer! For tickets and/or more information, contact Josh at 609-288-0281 or Laura at 732-977-5037.

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In 1998, the State of New Jersey passed the Automobile Insurance Cost Reduction Act to reduce the cost of automobile insurance by reducing the benefits available to persons injured in automobile accidents. This means less coverage to pay for you or your family’s medical expenses regardless of fault and less rights to recovery of monetary damages from reckless drivers who cause collisions. Protect yourself! Make sure you have purchased a Standard Policy and not a Basic policy. Make certain that you purchase your Standard Policy with no less than $250,000.000 in medical benefits. Most people who elect a lower amount of medical expense benefits, only to save literally a few dollars, find themselves unable to afford necessary medical treatment because they have already exhausted their medical coverage. Medical treatment is expensive and don’t let any automobile insurance company tell you otherwise. Think about it. If an automobile insurance company sells you $15,000.00 in medical expense benefits (as opposed to the standard $250,000.00) they may lose somewhere between $20.00 and $45.00 in premiums but they have just saved themselves from having to pay up to $250,000.00 in medical expense benefits god forbid you or a member of your family is/are injured in an automobile collision, regardless of fault. Also, make sure you have purchased

the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option.” By electing the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” you are not limiting your right or your child’s right to receive monetary compensation in the event you or your child is/are injured in a motor vehicle collision. While the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” will slightly increase your premium than if you chose the “Limitation on Lawsuit Option” the limited premium increase is well worth the expense. When you are discussing pricing of your premium for the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” versus the “Limitation on Lawsuit Option” demand that the insurance company provide you with the actual dollar amount that your premium will increase if you purchase the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” over the “Limitation on Lawsuit Option.” Do not settle on the typical explanation from your insurance company that one option may increase your premium by 120% or 220%. This is very misleading. When you ask the insurance company what the actual dollar amount of a 220% premium increase amounts to you will probably be pleased to hear that it may only cost you $50.00 a month as it has for myself and my family. The 120% or 220% premium increase is not an increase on your overall premium. Rather it’s an increase of a line-item premium such as the premium associated with your medical expense benefits.

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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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