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─Photo By Bob Vosseller Sporting their bright yellow shirts, several hundred participants of this year’s Hope Sheds Light Walk take to the Seaside Heights boardwalk. By Bob Vosseller walk on the Seaside members and friends a raff le and banners SEASIDE HEIGHTS Heights boardwalk is i m p a c t e d b y s u b - feat u r i ng the faces – After a year’s ab- a fundraising effort to stance use disorder, and names of those sence, walkers don- benefit HOPE Sheds and included several who have passed and ning bright, uplifting Lig ht , a n o n - p r of- speakers who shared had st r uggled w it h yellow shirts returned it agency that helps their story of addic- addiction. to the borough board- those with addiction t ion a nd r ega i n i ng Last year’s fundraiswalk for the 8th An- a nd also aid s t hei r their hope to live. er went virtual due to nual Celebration of families. A Tr e e of HOPE the COVID-19 panHope Walk. The walk showcased was also present along demic but this year’s (Hope - See Page 4) The annual two-mile resources for family with various vendors,
Women’s March Rallies for Reproductive Rights By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER – Nearly 200 people flooded Huddy Park as part of the nationwide Women’s March to stand up for abortion access. The mixed crowd of men, women, and children lined the curb
of the park’s entrance on East Water Street while numerous passing motorists blared their horns in support. Lynda Fote, president of the Ocean County Chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW), addressed the gathering and stated
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that she takes the attack on women’s reproductive rights quite personally. She graduated from high school in 1964 and college in 1968. “I spent my adolescence and my young adulthood when birth control was not easily
available, particularly if you were young, si ngle, and broke,” shared Fote. “W hat Roe v. Wade said to us was even if you never contemplate having an abortion, you have the right to control your own body.” Fote said the court
ruling gave women of her generation a new lease on life in showing them respect and providing them with options. However, Fote emphasized that recent changes to abortion laws in Texas and Mississippi suggest the
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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – It’s been nine years but municipalities that still owe the federal government money after Superstorm Sandy will have their loans forgiven. This amounts to more than $25 million in New Jersey alone. In Ocean County, there are $12 million outstanding in these Community Disaster Loans. The bill forgiving these amounts was championed by Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-6th), Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd), and Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-12th). It was signed into law as part of the government operations bill by President Joe Biden. Some towns have already started repaying these loans but there was still a lot left over. The only way towns would have been able to pay it back would be to raise taxes. Toms River Mayor Maurice Hill explained how it worked at a press conference. He said that the town lost $4 billion in ratables. That means that there was $4 billion in houses and other buildings that were destroyed. When this happens, the rest of the property owners in town have to fill the tax hole. Additionally, Toms River was all-hands-ondeck immediately after the disaster. There was overtime for first responders like police, and there were additional costs for the public works department. They were clearing debris and carting away whole rooms of furniture and paying for tipping fees at the county dump. According to federal records, the town bor rowed $5 million and still owed $2,994,642.22. The town had started to pay back its loans, Hill said. Their accounting firm, Holman, Frenia & Allison attempted to appeal the loans, hoping not to pay them back, but they were unsuccessful. The town reached out to Congressman Kim who was able to put it into a bill to get it passed. “We knew how hard families were struggling from Sandy,” Kim said. “The last thing we want to do is raise taxes,” especially during a pandemic. He noted that there is a lot of bickering on Capitol Hill, but this bill shows how bipartisan (Loans - See Page 6)
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Continued From Page 1 walk, much like the one in 2019, experienced sunny skies and mild temperatures making for a perfect walk day. One of the speakers who shared his personal story was Todd. His last name was kept private. He spoke prior to the walk about seeing a professional counselor. He asked if he were bi-polar and was told, “you’re not bi-polar you are an alcoholic.” “I said ‘no’ and she said ‘yeah’ so to prove her wrong I cut down on my drinking but I increased my marijuana smoking. Let me tell you something, if you replace drinking with marijuana that’s like going to McDonald’s and ordering a Big Mac with large fries and having a diet Coke. It didn’t work,” Todd said. He added, “she was right. I was wrong. I’m Todd and I’m an alcoholic. For most of my adult life I was a funeral director which required me to work weekends. I would go to bars by myself because I had to get my party time in. I felt my day off was wasted if I didn’t get wasted.” It was his dog Karma that led him to want to change his life and to recognize that he needed help. “I loved this dog more than myself. Never having kids, she was my hairy mute little daughter. A few years later I moved to Toms River to be closer to my mother and start a new life. I was drinking every day with physical
and mental consequences. At this point my dog is my only source of happiness. “Then one day I found out my dog had cancer. All I did was cry, hold her and drink. A few nights later I was in my kitchen drunk looking at my countertop completely littered with empty beer bottles and I thought, you just found out your dog has cancer and this is how your living? “That moment was my personal rock bottom. The only way my girl could get the best personal care that she deserved is that I had to be at 100%. Six days later I quit drinking, I joined AA and Hope Sheds Light. That first day sober I was enraged at alcohol. It was like an old friend who had betrayed and hurt me because that was exactly what it was,” he said. “I had to give my girl back to God but because all the work I put into my recovery, I was able to say goodbye with a healthy mind. That day, I had the serenity to accept what I could not change. I accepted that my greatest hardship of losing my dog led a pathway to my greatest peace, sobriety. I quit drinking for my dog but I stayed sober for me.” More than 2,000 people walked during the event, according to HSL Recovery Center Manager Heather Price. Donations can still be made to HOPE Sheds Light by visiting their website at hsl. charityweb.net/hopeshedslight/walk/
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Continued From Page 1 need to look for legislative solutions from elected officials rather than appointed ones. “Two weeks ago, the United States Congress passed the Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021,” Fote said. “It now goes to the Senate, where the chances of its passing are somewhere between slim and absolutely none.” New Jersey legislators introduced the “Reproductive Freedom Act” a year ago, which Fote believed would make the state the bellwether for the rest of the country. “It will guarantee every woman access to birth control, access to prenatal care, and if she needs it, access to an abortion,” summarized Fote. “And what insurance you have, and how much money you have, will not put a roadblock in the way.” According to Fote, neither State Senate President Steve Sweeney nor Assembly President Craig Coughlin has pushed the bills forward to the Health Committee. She accused both Democrat leaders of getting a free ride as far as securing votes. “They say they will protect women’s rights because as long as Roe was in action, and the New Jersey courts were supportive, they didn’t have to say the word ‘abortion,’” Fote said. “Those days are gone, and it’s time for them to step up and do their job.” Women of all ages joined the Saturday afternoon protest, many accompanied by their daughters, sons, and husbands. The protesters carried signs with a variety of
The Toms River Times, October 9, 2021, Page 5 messages, ranging from coat hanger graphics to calling for men to have vasectomies. Kyle Seiberd, 32, who teaches science in the Toms River school district, was at the demonstration with his mother, Karen Mark. The two wore shirts that read “Girls Just Wanna Do Science” and stressed the importance of women’s rights in general. Mark, 52, said she moved from the Midwest, where she found women’s rights and their voices remained suppressed. She expressed her gratitude that things seemed different on the east coast, a sentiment her son did not want to see jeopardized. “I would hate to see a trend where women continue to flow backward rather than forward,” said Seiberd. “I would hope that we would give women and girls like my students more opportunities rather than less opportunities – whether it is professionally or whether it is with their bodies.” At least two sets of moms attended the rally with young school-aged daughters. Lily Graham, 12, from Forked River, accompanied her stepmother Monique Graham and shared her views. “I think women should have their own choices,” Lily said. “It should be about their bodies and everything they do for themselves.” Ten-year-old Emma Arancibia of Beachwood attended the rally with her mother, Kate. Emma held a sign that read “So Bad Even Introverts are Here,” which didn’t stop her from expressing her feelings. Saying that she learned about reproductive rights at home, Emma found flaws with the
concept of interfering with them. Kate added to her daughter’s comments by referring to abortion access was an important part of healthcare. “Banning it (abortion) would first hurt rape victims,” Emma shared. “There are also people who are not financially ready for it (to carry out a pregnancy).” Larry and Patty Bernson, a couple from Long Beach Island, came to the rally together to show their solidarity for women’s reproductive rights. Larry attended women’s rights marches with his mother before he even met his wife. “We can’t go back,” said Patty. “I’m of an age when I remember how things used to be. A woman needs to be able to make her own choices.” “I think what happened in Texas will probably happen elsewhere before New Jersey,”
─Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Participants in the Women’s March for Reproductive Rights welcomed the sounds of blaring horns as cars passed them in support.
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Patty continued. “But I think everybody’s at risk.” Among the other speakers at the Saturday event was Emma Mammano, Democrat candidate for State Senate in New Jersey’s Legislative District 10. She has received an endorsement from an organization that identifies with the hashtag #VoteProChoice. Kathryn Morbit spoke on behalf of a group that calls itself New Jersey Indivisible for the Third Congressional District, which continues to support Congressman Andy Kim. Other Democrat candidates also attended the rally. Although no counter-protesters appeared at the Toms River Women’s March, a young woman walked through the crowd and shouted out to them. “Stuck in the matrix,” screamed the woman, as she raced away. “Murder’s not legal.”
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Continued From Page 1 san support can cut through that if everyone has the same goal of helping the people. Pallone credited the New Jersey Organizing Project for working to get this bill started. Joseph Mangino, a co-founder and Board President of the New Jersey Organizing Project, said his group was founded after Sandy to urge the government to “Finish The Job.” That job was disaster relief. “Nine years after the storm and we’re still trying to finish the job.” He listed off a number of agencies that failed people, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, down to the banks
who were loaning money. The Stafford resident said he hopes to fix the disaster response that failed so many people. Currently, victims of Hurricane Ida are also going through this. The next goal is to eliminate clawbacks, he said. This is when individuals were loaned money, and then policies changed and the lender ordered the money back. People are still suffering through this. A reporter asked where the money will go to pay for to fund the loan forgiveness. Pallone answered that when there’s a disaster in another state, New Jersey pays for that relief with their taxes. New Jersey pays more to the federal government than it gets back. Everyone is paying into the same pool, and everyone helps each other.
─Photo courtesy Toms River Township Toms River Mayor Maurice Hill, flanked by Congressmen Frank Pallone and Andy Kim, described how the loan forgiveness will prevent taxes from going up.
─Photo courtesy Toms River Township Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-6th), joined by Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd), addresses the public about the loan forgiveness program.
─Photo courtesy Toms River Township Local officials cheered a debt forgiveness bill at a press conference in Toms River. From left, Councilwoman Laurie Huryk, Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd), Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-6th), Mayor Mo Hill, Council President Kevin Geoghegan, Councilman Matthew Lotano, and Business Administrator Louis Amoruso.
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Editorial Signs Of The Times It’s that time of year again. As summer gives way to autumn, we start to see some familiar signs and I mean that literally. In September, you’ll see the white and blue signs featuring a dancer for the annual Greek Festival hosted by St. Barbara’s Church in Toms River which is a popular fall event. On the other end of the county, you’ll see signs promoting the yearly Lakewood Renaissance Faire. That is another popular September event that draws a crowd and provides great family fun for those in Ocean County and beyond. We are coming on the time for other signage, as candidates for council, mayor, school board, and state and county offices will soon start to pop up all over the public roadways. Some of the same signs are lined up along a particular patch of land and I often wonder if that is just a waste of signs. Will eight signs with the same message really convince me to vote for that candidate more than simply the first one I see? You can only vote once. Most of the signs are decked out in varying shades of red, white and blue but you do get the occasional green, purple and yellow signs that stand out a bit more. Last year’s presidential race was a free for all with banners, flags, bumper stickers and signs showing up on homes, front lawns, vacant lots and let’s not forget the rallies that happened on the roads, sea and boardwalks. This year is a gubernatorial race but I’m not sure if it will bring as much excitement. Signs are one thing, and most usually vanish within a few weeks from Election Day but it is also the season to start seeing political bumper stickers as well. Driving around Ocean and Monmouth counties it isn’t too surprising to spot a vehicle with an Obama for President sticker, Trump 2020 or even Trump 2024. I’ve always wondered why a piece of plastic stuck to the back end of my car would persuade someone to vote for a candidate? It seems to date the car – the older the sticker, the older the car. And the usefulness of the sticker is limited to just a few weeks. At least with signs, you can take them down. But when it comes to bumper stickers, they are stuck on for the long run. I’d rather have bumper stickers that have something amusing on them instead – those don’t get old as quickly. If they can cover a scratch on the bumper so much the better. As to flags I think those that featured expletives cross a line of free speech and says more about the flag bearer than the candidate who it criticizes. It is truly American to express your views, even to express them loudly, but is a flag that curses out a political figure truly needed on one’s front lawn? It’s been said that we live in politically polarized times where expression comes with emotion and not always with facts or research. It’s bad enough that this is commonplace in social media, can we at least keep such crude expressions off our front porch? Bob Vosseller Assistant News Editor
Blame Mask Mandates On People Who Don’t Take Virus Seriously One thing we love to do is assign blame, don’t we? If there’s a problem, we’re sure to find a scapegoat. That way, we feel like we’re fighting something. The war on drugs. The war on poverty. We like to fight, and we always need a villain to fight. But the people on TV have us fighting among ourselves. I’ve seen a lot of people misplacing blame. They blame teachers for having the audacity of not wanting to get sick or getting their students sick. They blame the governor for imposing mask mandates in schools. But what they haven’t blamed is the people who let the virus get out of control. We’re almost at 700,000 deaths now. We couldn’t have stopped all those deaths. That’s unrealistic. But we could have stopped some of them. Even if you could stop one person from dying by wearing a mask, isn’t that enough? Isn’t it a small sacrifice to know that you are keeping the people around you safe? We could have listened to doctors, but instead we listened to “news people” on TV. We could have worn masks, but instead we decided that pretending to act tough was more important than being kind. “It takes a village” is a stupid (expletive deleted) saying, but it’s sort of true. We’re all in this together.
But there are people who would rather make us fight each other than fight the virus. If people did what they were supposed to do – quarantine when sick, wear masks, and all that – we would be back in business again. Kids would be back in school without masks. But instead, we all have to suffer because of a small group of entitled people who are too selfish to change their habits for the good of the rest of us. Those are the people who deserve the blame in all of this. There are other countries that took this more seriously. They are going to concerts and the kids are going to school – all without masks, because they worked together and ended this. We could have returned to normalcy already if it wasn’t for people not taking this seriously enough. Terry Andrew Toms River
Matthew Schlosser Is Right For Lavallette
As a Lavallette resident, I am happy to be in such a wonderful community. Lavallette has wonderful, clean beachfronts that are enjoyed by families every year. The Police Department does a nice job in protecting the town all year long. Lavallette Elementary School is one of the best schools to send a child in Ocean County. However, like every other community in Ocean County and New Jersey,
Lavallette has challenges to face in the long-term. Taxes and spending are always a concern, particularly in uncertain economic times as labor, service, and benefits costs are rising across the board. Lavallette is not immune to the f looding issues that have become more commonplace with moderate and heavier rain storms being more frequent. I am voting for Matthew Schlosser for Lavallette Council because I feel he is the right voice, not only to maintain the quality of life Lavallette residents have come to expect, but to successfully help Lavallette meet the challenges I mentioned earlier. Schlosser is the only candidate in the race to actually discuss the challenges so the younger generation can enjoy the Lavallette that has been there for generations prior. This is a symbol of the vision and leadership that makes Matthew Schlosser the right addition to the Lavallette Council. If you are a Lavallette resident, I urge you to cast your ballot this November for independent candidate Matthew Schlosser for Lavallette Council. Pamela Burns Lavallette
Filibuster Stands In The Way Of Progress In 2006, 192 House Republicans voted to renew the Voting Rights Act. Now, we can’t get a single Republican senator to come out and unequivocally support protecting the freedom to vote
for the American people. That tells you everything you need to know about our hopes for passing voting rights legislation without abolishing the filibuster. It’s time for President Biden to recognize this reality and use the power of his office to demand the Senate abolish the filibuster. Supporting voting rights legislation alone is simply not enough. Please, President Biden, we need a strategy. Put the freedom to vote of the American people ahead of any reservations you have about abolishing the filibuster. The stakes are too high to lack your leadership. Sheri Abramson Freehold
Murphy Should Follow Cuomo – Out The Door Throughout this whole pandemic, (Governor Phil) Mur phy did ever ything his “big brother” Andrew Cuomo did. It was like the Brady Bunch, and New Jersey was Jan always following “Marcia Marcia Marcia.” Murphy didn’t care if it was good for New Jersey or not. He just wanted to be one of the cool kids. So he borrowed New York’s playbook even if it didn’t really work for us. Murphy has followed everything Cuomo has done, and he should keep following him right out the door. Just skip the sexual harassment and go. Phil Sipowicz Jackson
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Governor’s Program Will Support New Hires For Small Businesses
TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today announced that the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) will begin implementation of the Return and Earn program. This new initiative will provide a $500 incentive for unemployed workers reentering the workforce and receiving job training from businesses with 100 or fewer employees. “Throughout this pandemic, I have heard much about the issues facing small businesses and the dedicated, hard-working men and women who enable their success,” said Governor Murphy. “Our Administration is committed to assist businesses in hiring workers, while providing benefits to those entering and re-entering the workforce that will set them up for success in their new jobs and their future careers. This program will help both businesses and their workers, and is yet another step that we have taken to boost our economy.” “The Murphy Administration is committed to doing everything we can to help our workers and businesses overcome the labor challenges of the economic recovery,” said Department of Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo. “The Return and Earn program will assist New Jerseyans in returning to the workforce, and provide employers with the resources they need to fill the vital positions that will allow
them to grow and thrive. The pandemic may have put our workers through the ringer, but this Administration is prepared with the tools to get every Garden State worker back on track and earning a steady income.” Facilitated by NJDOL’s Business Support Unit, Return and Earn will take advantage of New Jersey’s existing On-theJob Training infrastructure to provide wage reimbursement support to New Jersey employers that hire eligible applicants with identifiable skills gaps. Employers will then be reimbursed for 50% of the wages paid for regular hours worked during the contracted employer-provided training period. Employers can receive the wage subsidy for up to 6 months, up to the cap of $10,000 per Return and Earn employee and are limited to a total Return and Earn subsidy across all employees of $40,000. NJDOL is currently working on the execution of this program, including developing a streamlined online application process. The general process and eligibility criteria are as follows: NJDOL will work with employers to identify prospective candidates for available positions. The employer will provide substantive On-the-Job Training at their location or, depending on circumstances, utilize approved virtual train-
ing, that result in skill badges or industry-recognized credentials. Eligible applicants are private and not-for-profit employers with up to 100 full-time employees. Candidates must be New Jersey residents working fulltime (minimum 32 hours per week). Seasonal, part-time, commission-based, or 1099 positions are not eligible. Additionally, many workers will be eligible for supportive services like childcare and transportation reimbursement, which have been barriers for many re-entering the workforce. More information will be issued by NJDOL in the coming days. Employers can visit NJ.gov/labor/returnandearn to express interest in this program and receive application information as it becomes available. The Return and Earn program is being executed in collaboration with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) and the Office of Innovation, and is part of the Murphy Administration’s whole-of-government approach to support to the business community and its workers. New Jersey job seekers can visit CareerServices. nj.gov for help finding gainful employment opportunities. NJDOL offers a wide variety of programs including job search help, résumé and in-
terview guidance, networking advice, education and training, one-on-one support, and services tailored specifically to veterans, mature workers, youth workers, individuals in recovery, justice-involved individuals, and people with disabilities. These services are available telephonically, online, and via smartphone. Also available to all New Jersey residents are free online training courses through Metrix Learning. Courses are offered in a variety of high-demand industry sectors, including information technology, business analysis, customer service, project management, and digital literacy. Courses range from basic work readiness for new workers to tailored training for high-level professionals and management, with topics such as Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Adobe,
Quick Books, Analytical Skills, Data Management/Reporting, Time Management, Leadership Skills, Health & Safety, and First Aid, among many others. “Our small business community has been hit hard over the last 18 months, and now, as things begin to return to normal, worker shortages are threatening their ability to meet the newfound demand,” said Senator Cruz-Perez, Chair of the Senator Economic Growth Committee. “This new program will benefit both small businesses in need of new employees and workers looking to return to the workforce in a higher-skill position. Providing wage replacements will remove the burden of training new employees while also developing our state’s talent pool at a time we need it most.” “The pandemic has changed
the workplace as we knew it and more must be done to reinforce New Jersey’s workforce now. Ensuring that small businesses have the employees they need with the proper training necessary is vital to our economic recovery,” said Assemblyman Benjie Wimberly. “Programs such as the Return and Earn program are key to addressing current staff shortages and preparing workers for a successful transition back into employment. We’re supporting New Jersey small businesses and families through these opportunities.” “Return and Earn will go a long way in solving a critical need for employers to stock their talent pipeline and, at the same time, supporting the critical upskilling needs of our employees,” said John Sarno, President of the Employers Association of New Jersey.
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TOMS RIVER – Ocean’s Harbor House announced that the 2nd annual “Take a Walk in Their Shoes” 2-mile walk on the Asbury Park boardwalk will be held on November 7 at 9 a.m. The event coincides with National Homeless Youth Awareness Month and calls attention to the fact that 2.5 million youth per year experience homelessness, many right here in Monmouth and Ocean counties. “Youth homelessness exposes our young people to many unsafe experiences causing them to be at increased risk for a variety of social and physical dangers,” stated Alice Woods, Executive Director. “This event draws attention to the risks and threats youth in Monmouth and Ocean counties face, educates the public to available resources for children and families, and raises funds to provide shelter and a multi-
layered menu of support and services designed to keep our youth safe today and empowered tomorrow.” Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden and Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy, a member of the Ocean’s Harbor House Board of Directors, have signed on as participants and are recruiting team members as a show of solidarity and in recognition of the need to provide shelter, support and services to homeless and vulnerable youth in the two counties. Individuals, businesses, schools and organizations can participate by serving as sponsors, signing up to walk and/or organizing a team of walkers. Walker registration is only $20 and each walker is asked to raise a minimum of $50 from family, friends and colleagues to support their participation. Sponsorship levels range from $500 to $7,500 with varied value-added benefits. All participants receive a commemorative t-shirt and can win prizes in the “Give a Hand, Get a Hand” on-site contest. To register as a walker and/or event sponsor go to oceansharborhouse.org. For more information contact Tim Zeiss, Director of Development & Marketing at tzeiss@oceansharborhouse.org or 732-929-0096, extension 205.
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TOMS RIVER – The Scarecrow Walk is returning to Downtown Toms River. Scarecrows will be on display from October 13 to October 31 along Washington Street. The community is invited to come downtown and vote for their favorite scarecrow. Participating stores will have ballots. Just look for the Scarecrow Walk poster in their window! Completed ballots can be dropped off at the ballot boxes located at The Downtown Shops at 53 Main, 53 Main St, Toms River or in the lobby of The Toms River
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TOMS RIVER – Intermediate South student Gabriel Amoroso is set to star in the Broadway show “Caroline, or Change,” which will play at Studio 54 starting in October. The show stars Sharon D. Clarke playing the lead role of Caroline Thibodeaux, a Black woman working as a maid for a Jewish family in 1963 Louisiana, as the civil rights movement is transforming America.
─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools Gabriel Amoroso plays Noah Gellman, the 9-year-old curious and sympathetic son of Caroline’s employer. As Noah, Gabriel has several musical numbers. Caroline, or Change will open October 27, although performances begin October 8 and tickets are available. Intermediate South and the entire district wishes Gabriel the best of luck, and thanks him for making us proud!
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LGBTQ+ Friendly Clothing Swap To Host Halloween Swap In Toms River
TOMS RIVER – Looking for a unique and rewarding way to refresh your wardrobe? Have you ever wanted to try out a new type of clothing but felt uncertain spending money on something that is new to you? Here is your chance to try new things in a safe and cost-free environment. This no-cost, pop-up boutique event is queer organized and open to everyone. Following spirited participation in a Pride month clothing swap held earlier this summer, Cassie Provinzano, 21, of Toms River, has decided to form Community Closet, a new organization hosting clothing swaps by the beach in the Silverton Section of Toms River. “After the overwhelmingly positive engagement with our first event, I saw a need for this type of community resource,” said Provinzano. Community Closet’s events offer community members and allies a chance to give their once-cherished garments a new life while trying out and trying on new styles. We especially encourage those interested in finding more gender affirming clothing to come check out this event. In addition to our stock of everyday clothing, we will also have costumes available. For this Halloween themed
swap, we also encourage participants to bring Halloween costumes of years past so that someone else can bring it back to life this Halloween! Ms. Provinzano, a Kean University education major, conceived the idea because she has “always been interested in fashion and events that bring people together without involving money.” “Recently, I was thinking about Pride and realized that a clothing swap would be a perfect event to invite those who are interested in exploring gender-affirming clothing in a safe space without needing to spend money to do so.” Along with being a great way to give clothes a second life, this free event is a groovy way to make fashion more sustainable for anyone. Clothing donations are not required but that old piece in your closet might be exactly what someone is looking for! Join on October 8 for the last swap for the year. The swap will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. at 34 Sea Breeze Road at the Silver Bay Harbor Association in the Silverton section of Toms River. For updates on upcoming events, follow Community Closet’s official Instagram page, @community _closet_nj. Please bring a bag for any clothes you might want to take home!
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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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Food shortages are continuing as grocery stores face supply chain issues and fewer deliveries. I highly recommend that you learn to freeze some things for the winter season. It’s also a good idea if you live in snowy areas and don’t feel like driving out in a blizzard to get one lemon! Here’s how you do it: Parsley. Parsley is known as a blood cleanser, and diuretic. Take a bunch and cut off the stems, and wash them well. Spread them out on a clean towel and dry them the best you can. Try to get as much water off as possible. You can chop them nicely if you want to, but this is optional. Once dry, put them in a little storage bag and seal tightly getting out as much air as you can. Kale. Kale contains many anti-cancer compounds and antioxidants. Take a kale bunch and cut it into pieces then wash it very well. Drain it and pat it dry with paper towels. Lay the pieces out on a cookie sheet lined with wax paper. Freeze that for an hour, or even overnight then take it out and you’ll have individual pieces of kale. Store those in a big storage bag. If you don’t do it this way, you’ll wind up with one big green glob that’s hard to work with! Carrots. I cut off the green tops and the very ends of the carrots, then peel them. Rinse them and chop into slices. Blanch the carrots for 3minutes in hot water, and cold water. Lay the slices out on a cookie sheet lined with wax
paper. Dry them off completely. Freeze the whole tray for a few hours and then transfer to freezer bags. Carrots contain beta carotene which converts to vitamin A in the body, and you need A for good eyesight, beautiful skin and a strong immune system. Rosemary and Thyme. Every rice dish and soup I make contains rosemary and thyme. The compounds in both rosemary and thyme exert strong antibacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory actions on the body. Rinse them and then remove the leaves off the sprigs and put a tablespoon of herb into each cube of an ice cube tray. Then pour some good olive oil over each “cube” and freeze the whole tray. This does not impact the quality of your oil, don’t worry. When ready to use it, just put a cube into your soup and cook with it. Lemons. I use lemon juice in my marinades, smoothies and teas. Honestly, I never want to be without lemons! Wash the lemons well and slice them or cut into wedges. Dry them and put into your labeled storage bag and freeze. You can freeze zested lemon rind too, store it in a small glass container. To maintain freshness, make sure your fruits, vegetables and spices are as dry as possible and use a straw to siphon out all air in the bag as you seal it. If you’re interested in freezing more fruits and veggies, I have a longer version of this article posted at my website suzycohen.com.
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Around The Jersey Shore Council Honors “The Voice of the Indian”
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TOMS RIVER – During the September 28 Council Meeting, Mayor Hill and the Governing Body honored P. David Correll, “The Voice of the Indian.” P. David Correll has been an enthusiastic and devoted educator at Toms River High School South for 43 years. Mr. Correll has made lasting contributions to High School South including originating Senior Week, Senior Night, Senior Awards Night, Most Loyal Fan Award, AP History Test Review, Senior Parents Night, Band Recognition Night and Voice of the Indian. Mr. Correll created long lasting school spirited traditions at High School South including: pep club, the mascots, preservation of the victory bell, preserving downtown victory parades, adapting school symbols
─Photo courtesy Toms River Township and courtyard beautification. After his retirement in 2007, Mr. Correll stayed on as Publicity Coordinator and the Voice of the Indian until 2020. Mr. Correll’s legacy will continue to resonate not only within the walls of the school, but also within the minds of the students, parents, teachers and alumni throughout our town. He enriched Toms River with his service and dedication and should be proud of the tremendous impact he had on this town. Mayor Hill, with the full concurrence of the Township Council, gratefully honor P. David Correll for his enduring service and leadership to Toms River High School South and wish him continued success and happiness throughout his retirement.
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Around The Jersey Shore Fundraiser Will Be Tug Of War Over Manasquan Inlet
By Chris Lundy POINT PLEASANT BEACH – A tug of war with two groups on either side of the Manasquan Inlet will be a fundraiser for Make-A-Wish New Jersey, and local recreation departments. Two 600-foot ropes are linked together and stretched across the 450-foot-wide Manasquan Inlet. The event will take place on October 9 at 11 a.m. The rain date is October 10. It is free and open to the public with festivals running throughout the day on either side of the inlet. The festivals will feature food, live music, and various activities. Team registration fees are helping MakeA-Wish NJ as well as the recreation departments for both Manasquan and Point Pleasant Beach. The heats throughout the Intracoastal Tug will feature Manasquan/Monmouth County against Point Pleasant Beach/Ocean County with the Mayor’s Trophy presented to the winner. Previous heats pitted Manasquan and Point Pleasant Beach First Responders, local businesses, workout facilities, lifeguards, high school athletes and more. The event wasn’t held last year due to the
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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent Daytona Fla. House 1 Block to Beach. 3/2, W/D, Weekly, Monthly, $200/ nite. todd.waller29@yahoo.com (42)
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Personals Single Senior Males - 65+, Wanted for single females. Friendship, companion or partner. Must have good standars, morals. 732-678-6786. (46)
Items For Sale Automatic Lift Chair - Brand new $600/OBO. Call 732-657-4144. (43) For Sale: Ladies Vintage 3 speed Dunelt Bicycle. Call for information 732-716-0021. (43) For Sale: Record Collection of 33's, 45's and older records also maple record cabinet. Call 732-716-0021. (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, bric-a-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 PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (29) 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)
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By: Marc S. Galella, Esq. During the process of purchasing a home, many buyers are concerned with the bottom line and look for ways to cut costs. One of the first items they may choose to forego to save money is to opt out of ordering a survey. This article is intended to provide information which will assist the purchaser in making a well informed decision whether to obtain or forego a survey. Many purchasers are not aware of all the various important components that a survey can disclose. A survey is not just a simple drawing showing boundary lines and location of the dwelling, but it also delineates right of ways, easements, encroachments, and/or gaps between property lines. The survey can also confirm the location of a water way, an existing improvement and determine whether all the structures on the property you are looking to purchase are within the property boundary lines such as sheds, pools, retaining walls and fences. Perhaps the most important pieces of information a survey will provide are the property’s zoning classification, dimension and size, which will allow you to determine if the property conforms to the local lot size requirements. Once the survey is obtained your attorney will forward it to the title company, who will also research the information contained therein. If the survey accurately shows that there are no property line encroachments then the title company will not require any exceptions in its policy, which will allow the title company to provide coverage and defend against any-
one who, in the future, challenges the accuracy of the property lines. If you do not have an accurate and current survey prior to closing then any disputes, whether it is with the seller, a neighbor or a governmental agency, as to the location of a fence, shed, or any larger structure such as a pool, deck or an addition will become yours to resolve. These disputes can be costly and you possibly may be precluded from seeking recourse from the previous owner. The basic survey cost is around $650800 and of course the cost may be more if the property is very large or has irregular shape. If you chose to have metal stakes installed at the corners then that may increase the cost of the survey. These markers are important for those homeowners who, after making the purchase, want to install a fence, pool, shed, or an addition to the dwelling. The purchase of a home or lot may be overwhelming but the attorneys at R.C. Shea and Associates can assist you through that process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full-service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-5051212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.
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Around The Jersey Shore Local Woman Honored By Girl Scouts With “Phenom Award”
By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – A Toms River resident was one of eight women who were recently recognized at the annual Phenomenal Women Under 40 award ceremony hosted by the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. The fundraising event, held on September 22 in Farmingdale, along with a summer-long 50/50 raffle, raised $40,000 towards leadership experiences for local Girl Scouts. The money also funds membership fees for girls who want to become Girl Scouts but whose families are facing financial hardship. “We are proud to honor and celebrate phenomenal women who go above and beyond to make our communities better places through their work and volunteer service,” said Eileen Higgins, chief executive officer of Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, which serves nearly 9,000 girls in Ocean and Monmouth counties. For this year’s Phenom recipients, they had to be selected from a public nomination process. They also needed to be “making a positive difference every day as health care professionals, educators, business owners and nonprofit leaders,” Teri O’Connor said, chairperson of Girl Scouts
of the Jersey Shore’s board of directors. “The Phenom honorees are tremendous role models for our Girl Scouts, aspiring to be leaders who make our world a better place,” O’Connor said. Chelsea Masterson, from Toms River, is owner of Chelsea’s Messy Kitchen serving Ocean County. She’s also a digital managing editor at Townsquare Media South Jersey, on-field emcee for Jersey Shore BlueClaws and hosts the podcast, “Her Product Lab.” Masterson is an active Girl Scout volunteer, advocate and a recipient of the Girl Scout Gold Award. Along with Masterson, Girl Scouts recognized Ocean County residents: Kristina Henderson, Pine Beach; Megan O’Keefe, Bayville; and Melissa Schwaner, Manahawkin. The Monmouth County women honored were: Alaina Bontales, Holmdel; Eboné Lawrence-Smith, Neptune; and Danielle M. Jones and Shannon Oreficé, both of Eatontown. For more information about leadership and program opportunities offered by the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore in Monmouth and Ocean counties, e-mail info@ gsfun.org or call 800-785-2090.
Autism-Related Services Highlighted In Virtual Program
TOMS RIVER – Children’s Specialized Hospital, a leading provider of services to individuals with developmental disabilities, will offer an overview of its resources during a virtual program presented by the Ocean County Library at 7 p.m., October 13. Special Health Care Coordinator Adrienne Robertiello and Dr. Jill Harris, Director of Research Development and Coordinator of Autism Services, will discuss autism-related medical and therapeutic services, family-centered care, safety, community outreach, research, and aspects of transition to adulthood.
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Around The Jersey Shore Visitors Go Green At Shamrock By The Sea Irish Festival
─Photo By Bob Vosseller What would an Irish festival be without a bagpipe band or two? Bagpipers were seen at the close of the recently held Shamrock By The Sea Irish Festival in Seaside Park. By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE PARK – We’re only about five months away from the return of the Ocean County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade but that didn’t stop a lot of visitors to the borough’s marina from going green in support of the Irish. The Shamrock By The Sea Irish Festival featured various vendors, bag pipe music and other musical entertainment in late September. The free event also filled a field near the Seaside Park Marina on J Street. The day-long activity served as a fundraiser for the Ocean County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Committee which is looking to return with its regular emerald-lined parade rolling through Seaside Park and Seaside Heights in March. The popular parade was canceled last year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The parade committee is among many organizations whose fundraising efforts have been hurt by the pandemic. Shamrock By The Sea
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Around The Jersey Shore Bubbakoo’s Opens Location At OCC
─Photos courtesy OCC (Left to Right) Bubbakoo’s Co-Founder and CEO Paul Altero & OCC President Dr. Jon H. Larson By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Local restaurant chain Bubbakoo’s Burritos – owned by an OCC alumni – opened a branch on the Ocean County College campus. “We’re so excited to continue to cement our Jersey Shore roots by serving the students and faculty at OCC. This school has done a lot for me personally and I couldn’t be happier to give back,” said Paul Altero, co-founder and CEO of Bubbakoo’s. The school will host the restaurant as well its sister company, Toss’em Wing Factory, and Koo’s Coffee Co, which serves Starbucks products and grab ‘n’ go items. Altero had earned his Associate’s in Business Administration in 1993 before going on to the University of Delaware for a bachelor’s degree program in hotel, restaurant, and institutional management. “It was 100 percent the right choice,” Altero said of his decision to attend OCC. “How could it not be a great choice? It’s affordable, and you get a quality education. ... Community college is an awesome option.” And perhaps quick ser ve meals to price-conscious students was also the right choice. Bubbakoo’s is working with OCC to add lower-priced menu options to address student food insecurity. The company has also committed to partner with the School of Business and Social Science, which includes a Hospitality program, to offer students opportunities to work within the organization. Altero and Bill Hart opened the first Bubbakoo’s Burritos in Point Pleasant in 2008.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of OCT 9 - OCT 15 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): It takes two to start an argument. Play some outdoor sports or games where competitiveness can be expressed without being abrasive. The week ahead may cause you to face some pushback. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Some people may admire your engaging and independent spirit. More serious souls who are being tested by personal challenges might resist changes. Avoid breaking any of the rules as the week unfolds. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You deserve some euphoric moments. A mental breakthrough during the week ahead may illuminate a clear path ahead. You may suddenly understand the mechanisms behind something essential to your well-being. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take pride in what you possess but don’t allow it to get in the way of accepting responsibility for what you have. Once committed to a course of action it may be difficult to escape from obligations in the week ahead. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the upcoming week, you might be intent on winning but you must remember to remain fair and considerate. Listening to a word from someone wise can make your wallet fatter. Avoid forming new romantic and business alliances at this time. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Quick thinking and an eye for detail can give you the advantage in your occupation. You might not get what you want but you should get what you need in the week to come. Any peacemaking attempts may create awkwardness.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Even when you are left in the dark, you know how to find the light switch. In the week ahead, you might be forced to blindly feel your way through. Handle minor misunderstandings with care so they do not turn into problems. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Use common sense and logic to keep your spirits up if you experience insecurities. This isn’t a good week to go against the crowd, challenge public opinion or gamble with your stockpile of resources. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): What you say could be more important than what you do. If someone close seems doubtful, be reassuring and say calming things. In the week ahead, casual flirtations shouldn’t be taken seriously. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t turn away from compliments. It’s not bragging if it’s true. Errors and breakdowns that come to your attention now indicate that the week ahead might be a time to consider a new way of handling your affairs. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Those who know you well will likely trust your judgment, but others may be cautious or skeptical. This week consider a revision of your spending habits. Discuss your options with trustworthy advisers. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you anticipate financial problems, you might still be surprised when something unexpected occurs. In the week to come, you might be too carefree and lose traction unless you come up with alternative solutions.
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A GREAT WEEKNIGHT DINNER FOR THE SEASON By America’s Test Kitchen
APPLE CIDER-GLAZED PORK CHOPS Serves 4
1/2 cup apple cider 2 tablespoons maple syrup 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried 4 boneless pork chops, 3/4 to 1 inch thick 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1. In a liquid measuring cup, whisk together apple cider, maple syrup, mustard and thyme. Set aside. 2. Make 2 cuts through the fat on the edges of each pork chop, about 2 inches apart. (Cut through the fat only, not the meat.) Pat chops dry with paper towels
and sprinkle both sides evenly with salt and pepper. Wash your hands. 3. In a 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat for 1 minute (oil should be hot but not smoking). Tilt and swirl skillet to coat evenly with oil. 4. Place chops in the skillet. Cook , without moving the chops, until well browned on first side, about 5 minutes. 5. Flip chops. Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour apple cider mixture into skillet. Cook until chops register 145 degrees on an instant-read thermometer, about 5 minutes. Transfer chops to a serving platter. Cover platter with aluminum foil. 6. Increase heat to medium and cook apple cider mixture in skillet, stirring often with a rubber spatula, until thick and syrupy, 2 to 3 minutes (sauce will be very bubbly when it thickens). Turn off heat. Spoon glaze over chops and serve.
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