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–Photos By Bob Vosseller (Above) An access ramp is seen beside the Lakehurst Historical Society Museum on Center Street. It was built by local Boy Scouts under the direction of Sean Becker. (Right) Lakehurst Mayor Harry Robbins holds the scissors and prepares to cut the ribbon beside Lakehurst Historical Society President George Oglesby and Boy Scout Sean Becker. By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – It wa s a mov i ng a nd emotional day for the Becker family. It was the culmination of Sean Becker’s Eagle Scout
project, and a proud day for his father, Robert, and his mother, Susan. Mayor Harry Robbins, LHS President George Oglesby and Sean gathered in front of a red,
white and blue ribbon beside a new ramp that Sean and several fellow scouts built in recent weeks. The ramp met all the criteria for the American Disabilities Act and
Concerns Rise Over Bank Closures In Ocean County
By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – With many Ocean County residents, especially senior citizens, concerned about the increase in brick-andmortar bank branch closures, officials have passed a resolution asking banking officials to
review the practice. “Many seniors and business owners have voiced their concerns to the Ocean County Office of Senior Services and the Ocean County Depar tment of Consumer Affairs that their local bank branches, which they
have patronized for years, are suddenly closed,” Ocean County Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari, Chairman of Senior Ser vices, said. “And, bank employees are redirecting them to ‘nearby’ branches which, based (Banks - See Page 5)
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By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Township officials are moving forward on a $100,000 funding plan to cover the expenses of equipment for the township’s volunteer fire companies. Some members of the volunteer squad have made public accusations that they are getting forgotten with the introduction of a paid squad, and described how some of their gear is expired or in bad shape. A second meeting between Mayor Robert Hudak, Council President Craig Wallis, Councilman James Vaccaro, Business Administrator Brandon Umba, the chiefs of the township’s volunteer fire companies and several others was scheduled for November 30. The first meeting was held last month. Mayor Hudak told The Manchester Times that during the first meeting “we discussed the volunteer fire departments needs and talked about some of the issues raised at the council meeting. It was a very productive meeting and we are going to continue having meetings to keep the line of communications open.” Business Administrator Brandon Umba explained during a recent council meeting, the introduction of an ordinance appropriating funds was for “various fi refighting equipment for various fi re departments within (Funding - See Page 7)
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Officer Thanks Hospital For His COVID Care
By Chris Lundy CAMDEN – A Manchester police officer who recovered from a coma returned to Cooper University Hospital to thank those who took care of him. Lt. Antonio Ellis spent contracted COVID-19 in spring of 2020. His battle made headlines as the community rallied to support him with the phrase “364 Strong,” named after his badge number. He finally made it home after his
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a member of the Lakehurst Historical Society. She was here every Wednesday and so when my son got this project, he said he was dedicating it to my mother. Builders General donated all of the trucks, Wood Haven Lumber donated all of the lumber, Lowes donated the concrete and all of the flowers, AC Hess donated the boulder and the railing was also donated,” Sean’s mother said. She added that originally, the ramp was to have been based on the other side of the historic church that houses the museum, “but it is a historical building and the issue was that you can’t put anything attached to the building.” Replacing an existing ramp on the other side of the building became the better option. The museum is based in the old St. John’s Church, the oldest Roman Catholic Church in Ocean County. It was built in 1874 by Irish railroad workers. The museum features a variety of interesting and unique items. “It looks beautiful. Good job Sean. I was a cub scout master for five years here at Pack 10,” the mayor said. Sean Becker has been involved in Scouting for a long time. He was a Cub Scout since fi rst grade. His father was a Cub Scout master. “His fi rst outing as a Tiger Scout was here at the Historical Society and now the last thing he is doing is involving the Historical Society. It has come full circle,” his mother remarked. The teenager said, “it has been seven
–Photo By Bob Vosseller A flag retirement ceremony was held following the dedication of the access ramp at the Lakehurst Historical Society. since day one practically. So, I think she was looking down upon us the whole time and made this project happen. “Sean found out the handicapped ramp was really in disarray. We even had some people fall on it after we announced we were going to do the project. We all put our heads together and came up with this beautiful ramp which we hope lasts a long time,” the scout master added. Oglesby said, “I watch the news and the turmoil the world is in and a lot of people of my generation say there is no hope for the future and then Sean comes up with this. I think there is a lot of hope for the future.” He presented the scout with a LHS pin as a thank you for all his efforts. Public officials, members of the Lakehurst Historical Society, the Ocean County
Sheriff ’s Office Color Guard and borough fi rst aid, fi remen and police joined residents and Boy Scouts for two ceremonies. The ribbon cutting and a flag retirement ceremony held across the street. This service involves scouts properly destroying worn or tattered flags provided that day by residents. Susan Becker said a few years ago “an Eagle Scout of Troop 350 did an Eagle project around the town to build mailboxes for all the (retired) flags to be put in. So now Troop 350 in Whiting been burning flags since 10 o’clock this morning and we have about 1,000 flags.” “My husband said why don’t we do both ceremonies at the same time. Everyone can take a piece of the flag for a loved one and the troops,” she added.
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Continued From Page 1 “It was a very emotional experience and very powerful to be there. To meet so many of the doctors, nurses and staff that had worked so tirelessly to save my life was an honor,” he later told The Manchester Times. “The doctors and nurses that continue the fight this terrible virus day in and day out is almost unimaginable. I had made arrangements with the staff to come back because many times once a patient leaves critical care rarely does the staff get to see the full recovery post treatment. There were
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The Manchester Times, December 4, 2021, Page 5 so many members that came up to me and expressed gratitude for taking the time to speak with them and how my appearance had motivated them to get back to work and revitalized them. That was the ultimate goal of my journey paying it back.” “It would be easy to focus on Sgt. Ellis’ 44 days here at Cooper, 37 of them attached to a ventilator, 16 of them requiring ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) support, the countless weeks he spent in recovery, the nearly 91 days he spent away from his family. I’d rather not focus on illness. Today, we celebrate recovery,” said Jason Barlock, Program Director, Critical
Care Medicine Fellowship. This year, the Toms River resident ran unsuccessfully for the Board of Education under the slogan “Leadership Experience Values.” He touched on his former illness when interviewed by this newspaper. “I am also a strong proponent of parental choice. I believe parents should have the ultimate say when it comes to the health and safety of their children. Although the school is responsible for their well-being during the school day, parents are still their legal guardians and as such should make the choices for them free of intimidation, punishment, and any type of mandates,” he said. “I
am not running on an anti-mask or anti-vax platform, I just believe that it should be left to the parents to decide, not a politician. On a personal note, I am a COVID survivor who back in March 2020 was one of the first in Ocean County to contract the virus. After being admitted to the hospital, I spent weeks on a ventilator and was medically sedated in a coma for over 30 days. After spending a total of 94 days in the hospital and subsequent rehab, I fought hard to not only to survive, but to return to my family and my career. Not wasting the second chance I’ve been given, I want to continue to fight for your children like I fought for my life.”
Development Advisory Council attended the meeting of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners to express their concerns about the bank closures and how it will affect seniors, low-income residents and also businesses. “Ocean County is home to more than 200,000 senior residents, many of whom are over the age of 85 and often rely on caregivers to assist with their day-to-day routines, which can also make them more vulnerable to elder fraud,” Vicari said. “When you close a bank branch and take away the knowledgeable tellers that can pick up on
something that might not be quite right with a customer, you are removing a layer of security from our elderly population. That leaves our seniors more vulnerable to scammers.” Vicari said that closures will also force many low to moderate income residents to seek the use of check cashing services which comes with higher fees. He also noted that he realizes many banks are moving towards new technology and are transitioning from in-person service to an online and virtual model. “And, while this may work for customers
accustomed to computers and smart phones, it is more problematic for our senior citizens, who may not be comfortable with the latest technology, those with physical disabilities, and those who have economic hardship,” Vicari said. The Board of Commissioners is requesting the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance, the Federal Reserve and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Comptroller of the Currency to review banking practices including closures that have a negative impact on banking customers in Ocean County and across the country.
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Continued From Page 1 Manchester Township. This is in regards to our meetings with fi re departments. There are turnout gear issues and other issues that warrant attention. We do have money within our capital improvement fund that we can appropriate without bonding.” “I don’t expect us to have to use the full $100,000. We are receiving documentation that we have requested from our last meeting (from the fire chiefs),” Umba added. Earlier this year Manchester launched a full-time paid fire department to supplement the services of the volunteer fire companies. This was done due to a decrease in volunteer firefighters and the need to have fire coverage at critical times. The ordinance 21-43 was introduced and read by Township Clerk Sabina Martin. It was unanimously approved for introduction. A public hearing and vote on this ordinance will be held during the Council’s December 20 meeting, which will be the only meeting of the governing body held that month. The mayor later thanked the council for its support in introducing that measure. Also approved during a recent council meeting were two ordinances on final reading. The first concerned appropriating $500,000 for various capital improvements for repairs to the eastern Water Service area in Manchester from the Township’s Water Capital East Improvement Fund. Umba elaborated saying, “specifically it is for a water main break that was detected and needed to be repaired.” The second ordinance supplemented a chapter of township code regarding fees which Township Clerk Sabina Martin explained, “this is from my office actually. One is USBs that goes out to the public for OPRA (Open Public Records Act) requests and as the costs for USBs fluctuate this ordinance will allow you through a resolution to set those prices for the USBs.” The council also authorized the insertion for a senior outreach grant and refunds requested by the township tax collector for overpayments. Also approved was authorization for the purchase of a senior mobility bus. Umba said “this will be purchased with grant money.” Councilwoman Michele Zolezi said she attended both township Veterans Day ceremonies, the first being one held at Town Hall and a second that was held at Manchester Township High School. She said both ceremonies were well attended and moving and had recognized many local veterans in the community.
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The Manchester Times, December 4, 2021, Page 7 “I think it would be great if we could put the two together or do something collaboratively moving forward,” she added. She also noted her attendance at an awards luncheon at the New Jersey Society of Engineers held at the New Jersey League of Municipalities where Manchester was honored as a recipient of the project management inhouse engineering only category for a parks and recreation rehabilitation program. She said Manchester’s engineer was recognized and
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL Leave The Holiday Rush Behind And Seize The Season This Year A friend of mine recently posted that she would be observing a no frills holiday. No tree, no presents, no decorations, no fuss, no muss and no cookie baking. Okay, if that works for her - and I can see her reasoning behind taking a break from Christmas excess - more power to her. She goes all out each year and she said no one would notice the difference if the place wasn’t decorated. She’s saving her money, her focus and is fasting and ready for 2022. Are there a lot of people out there who want to take a break from some of the holiday deadlines, the cooking, the wrapping, the holiday greeting card sending and decorating?
Personally, I love to decorate and I guess the numerous red and green totes my wife and I have would testify to that. Having inherited decorations from my late parents and some that my in-laws wanted to give away to streamline their own arrangements, plus what I have had collected over the years, plus my wife’s decorations… yes, we have a lot. When my place was smaller, it was a veritable explosion of the holidays. Elegant to tacky, big and small it was all there. It was ridiculous. Now that my place is a house and not a bungalow, you’d think I’d have more room to sprawl but when you have two puppies in residence, you need to be selective about where you put a Christmas tree and items
that could prove attractive for play time. I think we all need to avoid the holiday deadline rush. Ordering or buying the gifts, the food, the visits to relatives, the planning, and trying to meet up to expectations. I’d recommend being more spontaneous. Sure, keep up with some family traditions but going on a short road trip to do something fun with the kids or to grab a peppermint chip shake can also be enjoyable. Last year’s pandemic left us limiting some of our usual holiday activities and while things have improved, we may remain a bit weary to all the rushing around and some of the obligatory errands and chores connected to the yuletide season. My wife and I decided to
save money this year and skimped on some Thanksgiving plans. We bought some small pre-made meals because outside of ourselves and a friend or two, who needs to cook up a lot of extra food that will see multiple repeat appearances for at least a week later? Yes, that’s right, Thanksgiving! That holiday that gets nearly forgotten between Halloween which is observed for all of October (and no I’m not complaining about that) and Christmas/ Hannukah that is seen and heard about throughout December and usually, earlier than that. No one sees the scarecrows, pilgrims and native Americans and a whole lot of turkeys that I have strategically placed around the house and
a few upstairs rooms. My wife takes notice of them but I’m clearly the decorator when it comes to holidays and each year, I enjoy putting them out to wherever they will fit best. As for Christmas, we aren’t going crazy on gifts this year. We’re looking for experiences instead of adding more stuff to what we have. We’ll check out the holiday lights of the homes around our area. I’ll try and get those Christmas cards out on time. That isn’t one of my favorite errands. My wife will bake something I’m sure and we’ll both eat more than we should and that’s okay. You get a pass during the holidays. I’m fortunate that my job involves my going to Menorah and Christmas tree lightings and some years,
Sundaes with Santa, concerts and other holiday related activities. I get to enjoy them along with all who attend them. Remember what is most important during the holidays. It’s a time to reflect and to do something nice for people you may or may not even know. Enjoy the season, enjoy the magic it brings each year. The season goes away all too quickly. Instead of getting into the frenzy and rush, slow down and enjoy time with family, friends and have some fun. May your holiday be filled with joy and if you don’t observe a holiday, may the season bring you great times. Bob Vosseller Asst. News Editor
Letters To The Editor Alternatives To Abortion In this day and age, there are so many options for birth control that the barba r ia n i s m of a b or t ion should be a thing of the past, and never again be utilized. There are enough preve nt at ive me a su re s available that there’s no excuse for abortion. Withstanding violence (How many pregnancies are actually caused by rape?),
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Vaccination Is A Personal Decision Something to consider while we watch people lose their jobs over a certain mandate… When you find a loved one unresponsive and you call 911. While you’re waiting for the EMTs. Does it cross your mind what that EMTs medical history is? Would you turn them away from helping your loved one in dire need if your beliefs didn’t match up? Would you pass on giving your loved one a fighting chance to get to a hospital and get care? When your house is on fire and your child is stuck inside and firemen come to your home and put their own life on the line to save your child, do you first ask them what their medical and political beliefs are before they save your child? Would you ask them to leave and not help your child because you don’t agree with their beliefs? When you have a family member that is down to their
last hours of life and you can’t get to them because there are not enough DOT workers to keep the roads safe and clear for travel. Those DOT workers that used to be in a snow plow by themselves, that were very rarely in contact with the general public while working. Do you feel better missing out on saying good bye? Is your life better now that those people who made a different medical decision than you, aren’t on the road, even if the roads are no longer safe to drive on? When you have a home intruder trying to break into your house to hurt your family. Do you call 911 and only ask to send a cop that has the same beliefs as you or turn them away and hope the intruder is intimidated by your personal beliefs and make the “choice” to walk away and not hurt you. When your loved one gets in a car accident and is rushed to the hospital, time is critical to save their life, do you first ask if the doctors and nurses that are going to
save your loved one’s life have the same beliefs as you? Are you going to deny them from saving your loved one’s life if they don’t? I could go on and on, I think everyone gets the point. We live in the United States of America. The land of the free. Home Of The Brave. We have lived among people that make decisions every single day that don’t align with our own… this isn’t about a medical decision anymore. This is about a generation that believes everyone should think exactly the same, everyone should agree on everything, and everyone should see eye to eye. That is never going to happen and you can’t force people into it. Washington state just became a very dangerous place to live. I am not pro vaccine or anti vaccine. I am 100% for people making decisions that are best for them and their families health. I have zero judgment either way. Concerned Resident Ocean County
What Did We Get For Supporting Trump? No wall. DACA is still there. Not a single one of his promises did he go through with. What did we get? Now, everyone thinks the Republican party is full of racists and conspiracy theory kooks. People fought with their friends for supporting Trump, but what did he give us? He’s all about “the art of the deal” but I can’t think of a single deal he made that benefitted us. All that happened is that he made money, gave his kids jobs, and made us fight among ourselves. Thomas Milstrom Jackson
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Chris Smith TINTON FALLS – For the first time in years – even decades – many veterans will finally have a decent place to live and hope and thrive Special thanks to Commissioner Lillian Burry who has been the quarterback in the push to meet the compelling housing and service needs of homeless veterans. CEO Gilbert Winn of WinnCompanies and CEO Bruce Buckley of Soldier On have done an amazing job creating 70 desperately needed, beautiful units of affordable housing. Thank you for your compassion and skill and commitment to America’s veterans. As a matter of fact, more than a decade ago, when Lillian and I first heard of and met with Jack Downing of Soldier On we decided - that’s what we need. We quickly discovered that Soldier On created world-class housing opportunities coupled with vital services for homeless veterans and the impact has been enormous and life changing. In July of 2012 we secured a million dollar grant to Soldier On to provide housing assistance and stability to our veterans so that they could remain in their homes even when times are difficult. That was the beginning. Today begins a new chapter. Today’s success wouldn’t be possible without the coordination and cooperation of many.
Special thanks to elected officials at every level from the Governor, to Senator Vin Gopal and Senator Jen Beck before him, County Commissioner Tom Arnone, former Tinton Falls Mayor Gerry Turning and Committeeman Gary Baldwin, current Council President Tracy Buckley and her colleagues as well as private sector “can do” leaders like James Cadet. According to the VA, in 2001 there were 294,840 homeless veterans in the United States on any given night. Shocked and deeply concerned, I chaired a series of congressional hearings on how to help homeless vets, and two decades ago next month marks the 20th anniversary of the historic law I authored - the Homeless Veterans Comprehensive Assistance Act of 2001, (Public Law 107-95). Now, twenty years later, the number of homeless veterans has dropped to just over 37,000 - still unconscionably high - but progress. Among its many provisions and for the first time, my law (Section 12) authorized the HUDVASH program - a collaborative program between HUD and VA that combines HUD housing vouchers with VA supportive services to help veterans who are homeless and their families find and sustain permanent housing. Today is progress. For the first time in years - even decades - veterans will finally have a decent place to live and hope and thrive. Thank God the dream of the Gordan H. Mansfield Veterans Village is now a reality.
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By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – The holiday season has begun and in the spirit of the season, the borough has planned several special festivities. Members of the public are invited to make an ornament, or two, for the Community Christmas Tree. This program will be hosted by Youth & Recreation. Light refreshments will be served. This event will be held on December 5, at the Community Center from 2 to 4 p.m. Lakehurst’s downtown area will be lit up on December 10 as the community holds its annual tree lighting ceremony at 7 p.m. in front of the Lakehurst Community Center,
207 Center Street. Following the tree lighting ceremony, residents and guests are invited into the Community Center for refreshments and a visit with Santa Claus. The judging of the annual holiday lighting contest will be held during the week of December 18 - 26th. The judges will have the difficult task of judging the wonderful displays of lights for both businesses and residences. Mayor Harry Robbins and the Council urge residents to come join their neighbors in spreading some holiday joy. For additional information, contact Borough Hall at 732- 657-4141.
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ROTC Brings Veterans Day Assemblies To Schools
–Photos by Madeline Betts, Kaya Johnson and Manchester Schools staff MANCHESTER – The Manchester Township High School NJROTC Cadets traveled to MTMS, MTES, Ridgeway, Whiting and Regional Day schools during early November to present special assembly programs in honor of Veterans Day. Cmdr. John Holzer and 1st Sgt. Timothy Hinger, with the assistance of their cadets, talked about the significance of Veteran’s Day with
the students. “We told them that they should honor and thank any of their family members who are veterans,” said Cmdr. Holzer. :We also provided a Color Guard for the events and two of our Cadets performed the National Anthem. Our Cadet Drill Team also performed an introduction and demonstration of basic military drill.”
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BOE Recognizes Staff For American Education Week
–Photo courtesy Manchester Schools MANCHESTER – In observance of American Education Week, the Board of Education recognized our district staff at their November 17 meeting. Superintendent of Schools David Trethaway went through a list of the many staff positions within the district and thanked everyone for their hard work and dedication throughout the year. Representatives from each staff unit were
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Crestwood Village 4 Flea Market
WHITING – Come join Crestwood Village 4 for another great f lea market on December 4 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m., located at 15E Moccasin Dr. Whiting. They will have over 50 tables with a wide variety of gently used and new items. Vendors are friendly and helpful.
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EMT Named Employee Of The Month –Photo courtesy Manchester Division of Emergency Services M A NCHESTER – Manchester Division of Emergency Ser v ices would like to congratulate EMT Kyle Brown on being this month’s Employee of the Month. EMT Brown has been employed since 2020 and is currently pursuing his degree in nursing. Congratulations and keep up the good work.
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Blue Christmas Service 2021
WHITING – The Whiting United Methodist Church will be having its sixth annual Blue Christmas Service on December 21 at 2 p.m. This service will be an uplifting of peace, hope, prayer, music and light especially for those who are suffering, sad or lonely during the Christmas season. Because of the pandemic and not having an in-person outlet for the suffering, they wanted to especially provide this time for everyone to get together. This has been called the “long, dark night of the soul” and the “winter of our discontent.” It is a time
when memories of past experiences and the pain of the present can be overwhelming. They need to remember that during the moments of pain and sorrow, Christ comes with a word of hope. Join them to experience that hope in Christ. You do not need to be a member of the church to attend. They are following all safety protocols as suggested by the state of NJ. They are located at 55 Lacey Road in Whiting. If you have any questions, contact the church office at 732-350-6878.
Crestwood Chorus Is Proud To Present: Holiday Singers
WHITING – The Crestwood Chorus presents: Holiday Singers in a Winter Holiday Concert on December 5 at 2 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539, Whiting. There will be refreshments
served. There will also be a free will offering. For further information contact Bonnie at 609-709-5780 or AJ at 732-600-5716. You may also contact the Parish Office at 732-350-2121.
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WHITING – 2022 New Year Eve Don Pesce will be held from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Hilltop Clubhouse, 325 Schoolhouse rd. Cost is $40, non-refundable unless canceled. There will be a buffet, snacks.
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Advent Soup Lunches 2021
WHITING – The Whiting United Methodist Church located at 55 Lacey Road in Whiting is offering Advent Soup lunches this year on December 8 and 15 from 12 to 1 p.m. at the church. Join them for an afternoon of hot homemade soup, desert and good fellowship. They will be sharing a short devotion before the meal. It is especially joyful this year as they can now come together! Please know that
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Advent Book Study 2021
WHITING – The season of Advent offers time and space for Christians to prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ at Christmas through reflecting on the story of salvation. In “All the Good: A Wesleyan Way of Christmas”, they will listen to the words of John the Baptist, Zechariah, Mary, Angels, and John Wesley, whose practices of piety and mercy - or good works - are often referred to as means of grace! Each of them shares their own unique insights into who Jesus Christ is! They will reflect on their words and on their
own response to Jesus, in our hearts and in the world. The book study will be held at Whiting United Methodist Church located at 55 Lacey Road and will meet each Monday during Advent on December 6, December 13 and December 20 at 12 p.m. You are welcome to bring a sandwich. Study books will be available at the church office for $13. You can call the office at 732-350-6878 to reserve a book or for more information Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Bereavement Support Group
WHITING – Bereavement Support Group meetings are held at Deerfield Hall, Crestwood Village VI, 6 Congasia Rd. in Whiting. The next meeting will be on December 17 (due to Christmas) at 1 p.m. in the D & E room. Everyone is invited to attend the meeting
is not just village residents. The speaker is Fr. Anthony a grief counselor, social time and refreshments. You can just show up no reservations necessary. For more information, call Rosie 732-881-1044. No meeting in January. February to June schedule will be available in January.
Municipal Alliance Seeks Volunteers
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Municipal Alliance Committee on alcohol and drug prevention services (MAC) currently operates several substance abuse prevention activities.
Volunteers are needed and new members are welcome to join. Meetings are held on the last Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. in the Town Hall Civic Center.
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The FDA has released a new class of hearing aids called OTCs. These devices have actually been around for many years as direct to consumer. The FDA has created a new set of standards trying to educate the public about the differences between Personal Sound Amplifiers (PSAs) and Over the Counter Hearing Aids (OTCs). OTCs were developed as a more affordable hearing aid option since the majority of those with hearing impairment don’t seek help because of “cost.” The research is very clear that untreated hearing loss increases the risk of cognitive decline so recognizing and treating hearing loss sooner than later is critical to maximizing brain function. Most people will wait at least 7 years to even take that next step and have a complete hearing evaluation. I believe the large marketing blitz promoting OTCs will push the consumer to at least think about having an evaluation and/or just bypass the hearing healthcare professional and purchased these products. In my opinion, the biggest failure of the FDA in pushing OTCs is the fact that a) a complete hearing evaluation is not even recommended and b) the law states that these OTC devices are only recommended for mild to moderate hearing losses. So, I ask the question, how does one know the degree of hearing loss they actually have without have a complete hearing evaluation? The socalled online hearing tests are basically screening your hearing and it certainly does not rule out impacted wax and/or certain diseases of the ears that should be medically managed. Finally, most folks would “underestimate the degree of hearing loss that they have. Here are a few OTC devices that you may see advertised. I would like to summarize the pro’s and cons of each: Lively: This is one of the better OTC options since it utilizes digital hearing aid technology from a major hearing aid manufacturer – GN Resound and they can actually program the hearing aid to your actual hearing loss. The cost is $1350 -2000 for the pair. The aids can be rechargeable with a 3-yr. warranty, user friendly APP, Bluetooth capabilities, and a 100-day trial period. There are also financing options. The technology that GN is using is at least 5 years old and the remote programming does have its limitations. EarGo: Discreet and rechargeable ranging in cost between $1500-2900 for a pair. Most models come with a 1 yr. warranty, although the Eargo 5 comes with a 2-yr. warranty. Like the majority of OTCs, Eargo is not programmed for any particular hearing loss. Over time, the rechargeable battery loses its capacity to hold a charge. Thus, after the warranty, Eargo will not replace the battery so you have to buy a new device. Bose Sound Control: One of the newest OTCs on the market. $849 a pair with a 90-day risk free return policy and 1 yr. warranty. There is NOT a rechargeable option, no audio streaming, and only available in one style and one ugly gray color MD Hearing Aid: These products have been on the market for years. They range in price from $400 - $1000 per pair, have a rechargeable option, but only a 90-day limited warranty. You can purchase a protection plan for about $15/month. Again, like
most OTCs, the devices are not programmed for any specific hearing loss and the product looks like it cost about $40 to manufacturer. POSITIVES of OTCs: • The companies like Bose and others promoting themselves will invest heavily in advertising to encourage people to consider this type of help if they have hearing challenges. If only 25% of those with documented hearing loss are seeking help, this type of initiative should significantly increase market penetration to at least 40%. • Hearing loss will become more accepted – just as a problem with your eyes seamlessly leads you toward having them tested-a problem with your hearing should also lead you toward testing. • They’re going to serve as a possible “first step” for many people to then consider more appropriate solutions for their difficulty hearing situations (like “readers” versus prescribed glasses). • In my opinion, the OTC era will force the major hearing aid manufacturers to lower their cost of their products to make it more affordable for the 2530 million hearing impaired folks that are delaying hearing help. It is also more than likely that MEDICARE will directly provide a hearing aid benefit for those with severe-to-profound hearing loss. NEGATIVES of OTCs: • A large number of things can cause a hearing loss, from a buildup of earwax to more medically concerning (and potentially dangerous unless treated) reasons – this type of self-fitting device may be needless or be like adding a Band-Aid to a fracture. • You don’t have a professional hearing assessment before self-fitting. Unfortunately, even if you do have this critical step completed, there is no way of programming these devices to your specific hearing loss. This means that they are unlikely to perform properly for you, resulting in potential further problems. It’s impossible to incorporate best practices such as “real-ear” measures and/or aided speech discrimination unless you directly visit your hearing healthcare professional! • Hearing aids can be lost especially when dislodged by face masks– most traditional hearing aids include loss coverage, while the Bose SoundControl and many OTC devices don’t offer any coverage. • Because all OTC companies offer a risk-free trial period, many consumers will try these products, have a bad experience and wait another 5-7 years to directly visit your hearing healthcare professional. Dr. Izzy recommends that before you potentially throw away your money on OTCs, it’s imperative that you have a complete hearing evaluation by a licensed hearing healthcare professional. Who knows, it may only be an impacted wax issue. On the other hand, you may have middle ear effusion (fluid behind the eardrum), Otosclerosis, or an acoustic neuroma (tumor) that needs immediate attention. Remember, you’re hearing is priceless so don’t take any short cuts in managing your hearing loss. Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer your hearing healthcare questions. Please visit www.gardenstatehearing.com or call 732818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin).
His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Bizarre And Important Recalls You Should Know About By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Some product recalls are easy to understand because they’re supplements that are contaminated with drugs for instance! But others are a little bizarre like exploding bottles! Recently, there’s been a flurry of recalls by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and today’s article is to make you aware. For more information about anything you read about here, you can do one of two things. Either visit my website (suzycohen. com) where I have linked to each recall directly and provided more information, or go to FDA.gov and search the specific product. In no particular order: Odor-Eaters®. These are widely sold foot spray products that are useful for fungus, and foot odor control, and there are other names that this product goes by like “stink stoppers.” Over 40 different lot numbers of various Odor-Eaters products were recalled in November 2021 due to the presence of benzene, which is categorized as a human carcinogen. No reports of adverse events have been reported thus far. Curry Powder brand “Salma” or “Casablanca” because it may contain peanut residue and some people are highly allergic to peanuts, and experience life-threatening anaphylaxis. The label failed to disclose this. Red, Yellow or White Onions were recalled in October, due to the potential presence of salmonella which can cause diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps and subsequent dehydration. Onions by various different brand names were recalled, meaning millions and millions of onions are contaminated!
Dietary Supplements by Nutracap® were recalled due to undeclared milk on the labels. There was no illness, but the company is taking a precaution to alert consumers of the potential presence of dairy in their vast array of supplements (sold nationwide) because some people experience severe reactions to dairy proteins. Salmon Lox was recalled for three different brands: Aqua Nova, Tony’s and North Coast. This was a voluntary recall due to the potential contamination of Listeria rnonocytogenes, which can cause serious infections. Candida Flush is a dietary supplement made by Mountain Meadow Herbs has recalled 54 bottles of their formula with the lot # 0120011Q. The recall is precautionary because one bottle was found to ‘explode’ for lack of a better word, upon opening! In a bizarre twist of fate, the bottle had apparently become too pressurized over time, while in storage or during transit. MaryRuth’s Liquid Probiotics for Infants is sold nationwide through Target, Amazon and a private website. Two lots were recalled due to the possibility of contamination of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Hand Sanitizer by American Screening is voluntarily recalling some of its products because they look like water bottles! This poses a risk to people who might accidentally mistake it for a beverage. Methocarbamol 500mg made by Bryant Ranch Prepack is being recalled if you have the lot #163935 because it contains 750mg of the drug, not 500mg. Chantix by Pfizer used for smoking cessation was recalled over the summer due to the presence of nitrosamine in some of the pills.
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Man Busted In Ocean County Armed Robbery, Carjacking
By Jason Allentoff TOMS RIVER - A Lumberton man remains behind bars after an alleged armed robbery and carjacking that took place on Black Friday in the township, police said. Toms River Police Department Spokesperson Jillian Messina confi rmed that officers were dispatched to the area of Route 37 and Route 166 for a robbery in
progress involving a handgun a little after 4 p.m. on November 26. When officers arrived on the scene, the male victim told them that his vehicle was stolen at gun point from the parking lot at 10 Route 37 East and he knew the suspects involved. He had agreed to give one of them a ride to Auto Zone after their vehicle broke down.
Police said that once at Auto Zone, the victim’s acquaintance exited the vehicle and walked toward the store. The passenger door opened moments later and another male entered the vehicle and brandished a handgun demanding the victim’s belongings. The victim fled the vehicle and ran to a neighboring lot where notified police.
The suspect exited the parking lot in the victim’s vehicle, and continued westbound on Route 37 toward Manchester. Manchester Township Police were notified and located the vehicle traveling west on Route 37 near Lakehurst. Manchester officers stopped the vehicle in the parking lot of the Lakehurst Diner. The driver, 20-year-old Devin Copley-Clevenger was taken into custody without incident. Police did a search of the vehicle which yielded a loaded 9mm handgun with a high-capacity magazine. The Ocean County Sheriff ’s Department Crime Scene Unit responded to process the vehicle. Copley-Clevenger was charged with fi rst degree robbery, fi rst degree carjacking, second degree unlawful possession of a weapon, second degree unlawful possession of a weapon, and fourth degree unlawful possession of a high-capacity magazine. All charges were approved by The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. The incident remains under investigation by Detective Seaman. Anyone with information is urged to contact him at tseaman@trpolice.org.
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JERSEY SHORE – The Girl Scout Silver Award is the highest honor for Girl Scouts in sixth through eighth grade. This year’s recipients addressed topics including mask awareness during the COVID-19 pandemic, provided seniors with outdoor experiences, beautified pollination gardens, placed a spotlight on gun safety, and provided support to the Ronald McDonald House. Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore presented the Silver Award to these incredible young women, Wednesday, November 17, at its Program Activity Center in Farmingdale.
To earn the award, Girl Scouts must fulfill several requirements, including taking on a community project that makes a lasting impact. In the process, girls develop organization and leadership skills that benefit their community. This year’s Silver Award recipients devoted over 2,650 hours toward making their communities a better place. “Through their projects, girls in our council have made a lasting impact on our community,” said Eileen M. Higgins, CEO, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. “These (Award - See Page 27)
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Continued From Page 22 young women have shown dedication and creativity, and devoted hours of their time to creating lasting change. The Girl Scout mission, to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place, has been made evident through this year’s class of Silver Award Girl Scouts.” Here are highlights of each community project and the Girl Scout Silver Award honorees who completed them: • Bags to Benches - Aniela Adamski, New Egypt and Miley Ferriolo, Cream Ridge • The Book House - Morgan Lee, Hazlet • Book Tutoring Project - Catherine Callinan, Caroline Flinn, and Sabina Murray, Rumson • CARE ONE - Ella Bramley and Nicole Giglio, Wall Township • Cloverdale Farm County Park Pollinator Project - Lillian Boyd and Jordyn Glasser, Waretown • Crochet for a Cause - Anna Willmot, Point Pleasant • Dogs In Action - Shannon Calsetta, Jackson • Educating Young Girls on Domestic Violence and Women’s Shelters - Cathrine Volk, Jackson • Engaging Seniors in Nature - Abigail Hartung, Olivia Rinaldi, Sofia Rispoli, and Olivia Sullivan, Manalapan • Fresh Farm Forever - Sophia O’Sullivan, Spring Lake and Olive Stockton, Manasquan. • From Scratch Not a Box - Sarah Schrader, Point Pleasant • GEOcaching (Get Everyone Outside) - Anna DePinho, Millstone • Global Goals Presentation - Sophie Burden, Anna Koechley, and Julia Koechley, Holmdel • Gun Safety: Educating and Empowering Students - Isabella Marotta, Eva
The Manchester Times, December 4, 2021, Page 27 Merhi, and Samantha Salerno, Holmdel • Happy to Healthy - Ava Chiaravallo and Bella Chiaravallo, Toms River • Healthy Living for Kids and Teens Brianna McGrath, Toms River • Healthy Eating 101- Sofia Gonzales-Trelles, Brick • Helping History - Ella Wilmott, Point Pleasant • History in a Box - Hope Collins, Little Egg Harbor and Riley Martin, New Gretna • How to Make Face Masks - Meera Patel, Morganville • Kindness Silver Boxes - Kylie Ballin, West Creek and Anna Skelly, Little Egg Harbor • Little Free Libraries of the Jersey Shore - Guliana Caparaso and Grace Rhine, Toms River • Mask Awareness - Lauren Dong, Howell • Mask Up For Each Other - Natasha Castro, Little Egg Harbor • Organic Garden - Angelina Santapaola, Aberdeen • Preserving New Jersey’s Monarch Butterfly Species and Enjoying their Beauty - Devin Coleman, Port Monmouth • Puppet Power - Emily Cushing, Toms River; Sienna Henninger, Beachwood; Mallory Higham and Cali Krean, Pine Beach • Raising Heart Worm Awareness Virginia Foulks, Howell • ReRead, ReBook, ReImagine - Leena Mirchandani, Wall Township • Sensory Project for Lincroft Elementary School - Emily DeMarco, Amanda Moore, and Kirsten Prefer, Middletown • September Girl Scout Camp - Charlotte Coggshall, Bella Gesell, Nyla Martin, and Lauryn Smith, Rumson • Supporting the Ronald McDonald House of Long Branch - Lillianna Miles, Wall • Why Releasing Balloons is a Bad Idea - Emily Farrell, Brick
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TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Memorial Park Cemetery, an official Wreaths Across America (WAA) location and Women of The Moose Chapter 1248, Lodge 399, Ortley Beach, will be hosting a wreath-laying ceremony, joining more than 2,700 other locations across the country for National Wreaths Across America Day. Coordinated and led by local volunteers, fundraising groups throughout the year to sponsor the
placement of veteran’s wreaths on the headstones of our fallen service members laid to rest there. This annual event seeks to further the WAA mission of Remember, Honor, and Teach, ensuring that the memory of those who have served our country. Event to be held December 18, ceremony beginning promptly at 12 p.m. Any questions contact Location Coordinator, Deborah O’Neil, at omaggiesbear@hotmail.com.
Jersey Shore Civil War Round Table Announces Winter Speaker Schedule
TOMS RIVER – The Jersey Shore Civil War Round Table is a nonprofit group of Civil War enthusiasts of all ages, occupations, and experience levels, who are drawn together by their common interest in Civil War history. Established in 2014, the JSCWRT meets at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month, from September to June, in Room 214 of Bartlett Hall on the Ocean County College Campus. At each monthly meeting, the members and guests of the JSCWRT enjoy a presentation by authors, scholars, or other noted experts in Civil War History. The public is invited to attend a meeting of their choice as a guest of the JSCWRT. Anyone deciding to join the group as a member may do so. Annual membership dues for a single membership are $25 per year or $35
for a family membership. Membership for active Ocean County College students and active military are free. These dues help pay the monthly speaker costs. The upcoming slate of speakers for the Winter Schedule are: December 8 - Rich DeLotto will present: “Abraham Lincoln Before and During the Civil War” January 12 - Mark Mutter will present: “Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War in Ocean County” February 9 - Andrew Megill will present: “Everything You Want To Know About The Civil War You Can Learn From Lincoln and Grant” For more information, stop by and enjoy one of these presentations, or visit the website at: jscwrt.org.
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC: Treating Everything Below The Knee
By Michael Vandenberg Dr. Scott Amoss, DPM, CWS is a lot more than a “foot doctor,” as people often mistake podiatrists for. In reality, “we provide comprehensive lower extremity care,” he said. So yes, if your foot hurts, Dr. Amoss will be happy to help. However, that barely scratches the surface of all the conditions he sees and the treatments he provides. Dr. Amoss (pronounced like “famous Amoss”) grew up in nearby Ocean Township and has been connected to the Jersey Shore community and greater New Jersey area his entire life. Originally, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Rutgers and spent a few years in the chemical industry. However, that feeling of wanting to make a difference in people’s lives that drives all physicians caught hold of Dr. Amoss. He liked podiatry in particular because of its ability to help people really quickly. “You can immediately have a positive impact on someone’s life. They come in pain, and can leave virtually pain free.” Scott Amoss became Doctor Scott Amoss when he graduated fourth in his class with numerous honors from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2000. He then completed a two year residency focusing on orthopedic, vascular, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, in
addition to training in internal and emergency medicine, dermatology, and radiology. After that, Dr. Amoss knew it was time to go out on his own, so he opened Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists in Whiting. 17 years later, the practice is going strong and recently opened a new location in Toms River to be closer to Community Medical Center, where he’s a surgeon on staff. Critically, this new foothold also allows him, as a specialist in diabetic foot care, to help the growing diabetic community in the area. While expanding served a logistically necessary purpose, Advanced Foot & Ankle has never lost its personal touch. You’ll never just be passed off to whichever doctor is on the clock that day, because Dr. Amoss is proud to be a solo practitioner. “The patients see me and only me,” he said. “It’s good continuity of care.” His tight-knit support staff of seven ensures that you get the streamlined care you deserve. That’s crucial in the field of Podiatry because, after all, things can get serious when it comes to Diabetes and foot complications. Luckily, Dr. Amoss is an Amputation Prevention Specialist as well as a Certified Wound Specialist. Less serious conditions like hammertoes, ingrown nails, bunions, and athlete’s foot can be treated in the office,
of ten dur ing your initial visit! “We’re very conservative,” D r. A m o s s assures future patients. “I’m surgically trained but I only like to per form surgery when all other conservative means have been exhausted. It ’s going to be painless.” He makes that possible by d eve l o p - One of Advanced Foot & Ankle ing treatment locations is 601 Route 37 West, plans for each 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the sp e c i f i c pa - Stop and Shop Shopping Center) tient. By having straRest assured, Advanced Foot & Ankle is fully equipped to tegically-located do so as soon as you come offices, an experiin. Both offices have digital enced and focused X-rays so they can almost staff, and tons of instantly see what’s going on treatment methods and review it with the patient. and equipment at They also have a diagnostic his disposal, Dr. ultrasound to diagnose soft Amoss is able to tissue conditions, as well as a easily achieve his laser for treatment of pain and goal of getting you neuropathy, a painful nerve fast comfort and relief. When condition caused by diabetes it comes to diseases like meland other issues. They even anoma, for example, speed is offer MicroVas therapy, which absolutely critical. The most gives much needed relief to deadly form of skin cancer, patients with high levels of melanoma has an especially diabetic neuropathy, as well poor prognosis on the foot beas vascular or PAD cause it often goes unnoticed for a long time. Dr. Amoss testing. In addition to the most diagnosed several of these cutting edge podiatric cases last year, which probably technology, Advanced saved those patients’ lives. But sometimes conditions Foot & Ankle has professional-grade con- aren’t as complicated as much sumer products you as some of the larger podiatrist need for immediate re- offices try to let on. Dr. Amoss lief. They offer a great remembers one recent patient selection of diabetic who came in after being with shoes, for example, as one such practice. “These well as custom-made eight doctors had exhausted orthotics which pro- all treatment options for this invide arch support and dividual in pain,” he said. After help correct the im- years of getting the runaround, balance in patients’ they told him there was nothfeet. Advanced Foot & ing they could do. The patient Ankle accepts most in- came limping into Advanced surance plans. (Medi- Foot & Ankle with what Dr. care covers one pair Amoss diagnosed in a matter One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, Suite of diabetic shoes per of minutes as a simple corn on 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute) the tip of his toe. “We gave him year!)
a customized foot pad which helped him tremendously, and by the next day he came in to thank us and tell us how much better he was doing,” Dr. Amoss said. “He couldn’t believe he waited and wasted several years with this other group of doctors.” At Advanced Foot & Ankle, you’ll get fast and customized treatment from a doctor you can trust. Give them a call today at 732-350-0100 and their very accommodating staff will be able to make an appointment for you with Dr. Amoss right away. And as the “urgent care of the lower extremity,” emergency appointments are also available. Advanced Foot & Ankle is located at 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping Center) and 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute). Or check out their website AdvFootandAnkle.com for more information.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of DEC 4 - DEC 10 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Harness your passions and go into action. Use high energy to make headway with a new course of study or self-improvement plan in the week ahead. Your reputation can be enhanced by commitment to a course of action. TAURUS (Apr. 20- May 20): Taking impulsive shortcuts could create headaches. A quick fix may only make things more difficult in the long run. Focus on being loving and affectionate as the week unfolds and some of your dreams can come true. GEMINI (May 21- June 20): Stay ahead of the game. What works today may not work tomorrow so be prepared to adapt to changing conditions. Your most valuable relationships may undergo a shift for the better in the week ahead. CANCER (June 21- July 22): Give with a generous heart. It adds joy to smile, give a random compliment, or share experiences. Be prepared for a shift in your work routines as the week unfolds. Reevaluate your objectives to get back on track. LEO (July 23- Aug. 22): Don’t say yes unless you are sure. To stay in your integrity, you need to make promises sparingly and keep them unfailingly. Help friends and take advantage of opportunities but know your limits as the week goes by. VIRGO (Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Home and family could be the center of your existence. While you may not be able to solve someone’s problem, you can offer comfort and a sympathetic ear. Don’t overthink decisions in the upcoming week.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your tribe loves the true you. You do not need to flirt or be the best dressed person to impress others. Showing friendly interest and genuine concern will attract new people into your network this week. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Jump into action with enthusiasm and your first instinct will probably be the right one. Remain objective about finances in the upcoming week and make decisions analytically. Emotional decisions could detract from your bottom line. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take a rain check on a temptation. You might feel you deserve something special and give in to costly indulgences. Keep your expenditures in check in the week ahead and focus on being loyal and supportive. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Classic designs are always in style. Honoring social conventions might not be exciting but may prevent controversies. Family ties can be a source of joy, so spend as much time with loved ones as possible this week. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may not feel receptive now to the new and unusual, even if it’s something a loved one or family member is determined to try. Decide to be more accepting and open your mind to change in the week ahead. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): When you are truly authentic you find your joy and attract kindred souls Your differences can actually be a point in your favor. You might enjoy hearing someone’s idea in the week to come even if it isn’t appropriate for your situation.
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