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–Photos by Stephanie Faughnan Curious visitors can read a variety of messages on rocks at the dock. By Stephanie Faughnan BARNEGAT – Exquisite presentation of lush greenery and fanciful blooms generally serves as the attraction to most gardens. However, that’s not the case when it comes to the steps leading to the Barnegat Municipal Dock. Rather than a horticulture display, art meets language expression in a compilation of messages on painted rocks. The myriad collection created by mostly unknown contributors resulted in a rock garden warranting a visit in any season. Even before Superstorm Sandy, many referred to the Barnegat Municipal Dock as the community’s “crown jewel.” It offered a place to hang a crab trap, toss a fishing line, or launch a boat. Local officials also arranged for regular concerts during
–Photo By Bob Vosseller Long Beach Island Fishing Club member John J. Lahm holds up his new book “Bad to the Bone” which concerns the creation of a new breed of sharks that develop a craving for humans.
the summer months. Photographs taken post-Sandy show the dockmaster’s station floating into the bay and the entire area underwater. Restoration of the docks came more expeditiously than many other Sandy casualties. “We worked with a good engineer in getting things done,” recalled Elaine Taylor, who served (Rocks - See Page 4)
Are Food Banks Affected By Rising Food Prices?
By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – As food prices surge throughout the country, it’s affected the economy in more ways than ever. Higher prices have left many families and individuals struggling to have food on the table for themselves. Along
with the inflating prices, many grocery stores and super markets are experiencing a shortage in products to put on their shelves. With the COVID-19 pandemic still is full force over a year later, the increase in food cost is just another hur-
dle for most. These effects are hurting individuals more during the holiday season. Some residents now need to rely on food banks and pantries to support themselves. But how are food banks adapting to the rising prices and the decline
of supply? Fulf ill, t he local food bank that serves Monmouth and Ocean counties, said that the organization has been able to get the food they need. However, donations are more critical than ever since Fulfill (Food - See Page 4)
By Bob Vosseller LONG BEACH ISLAND – John J. Lahm has a passion for fishing, writing and undersea history and he’s put each of those interests into the creation of his book, “Bad to the Bone.” Lahm, a retired crane
operator from the U.S. Navy, is a member of the Long Beach Island Fishing Club in Harvey Cedars. The Philadelphia resident released his book this past summer. It begins with the unexpected arrival of (Book - See Page 13)
Route 9 Project Gets Preliminary Approval
By Stephanie Faughnan WARETOWN – More than 100 new homes and some commercial development might be on its way after the township’s Planning Board approved the first step. The developer plans to build townhouses, affordable housing units, and a commercial building on the site, located on the east side
of Route 9, opposite Pancoast Road. Although originally referred to as Oceanaire East, property owners told the planning board they intend to change the project name. Decades ago, Herman and Marsha Zell purchased the 24-acre wooded site known as Block 241.11, Lots 12.02, 13.01 and 13.02, Block 343, (Project - See Page 5)
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Continued From Page 1 as a member of the township committee at the time. Most appreciated the updated structure, although some complained about one feature in particular. Before Sandy, visitors could easily walk over the gravel pathways without incident. The new design literally made the surface as hard as rocks – because small boulders replaced the crushed stone. Greg Cummings moved to Barnegat from Union County and visits the docks almost daily. He recalled the controversy back then and what triggered the appearance of the first painted rock. “Jon Hingos, one of the dockmasters, painted a rock saying that “Fred Flintstone was here,” Cummings shared. “That rock is still somewhere among the others here, although
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Continued From Page 1 is 87% private donor funded. With prices being higher across the board and fuel also higher for deliveries, they are seeing the effects. “Unfortunately, we don’t see any end in sight with the need for food at the Jersey Shore. We expect the need for food to spike this winter after rent and utility freezes end, and now that added federal unemployment insurance benefits are over. Not everybody has recovered from the
it’s now buried by others.” The first rock seemingly multiplied as new painted works of art appear year after year. Cummings, who retired from a career in marketing, personally designed at least 100 rocks on display. An area by the dockmaster’s shack serves as home to remembrance rocks created by Cummings. Many contain dedications to deceased dockmasters or their family members. Cummings also created a rock in memory of the late Barnegat mayor Leonard Morano. A stone in the remembrance section pays tribute to Anthony Leopaldi, referred to as “Godfather Tony.” Cummings smiled when he explained the dedication. “I was sitting on one of the benches when a guy pulled up in a big Cadillac,” said Cummings. “He got out of the car and had wraparound sunglasses and white hair. I was
fairly certain he was retired from the Mafia.” As it turns out, Cummings wasn’t far off base with his assumptions. Leopaldi played a bodyguard in “The Godfather,” the film based on the book written by Mario Puzo. Some of the rocks painted by Cummings capture his talent for using words to create clever messages. An entire section highlights music, whether including references to rocks, stones, and pebbles. Think “The Stone Pony,” “The Rolling Stones,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Rock Concert” as just a few examples for musical enthusiasts. Cummings offered some disturbing news concerning some of his work. He’s on his fourth version of the Exit 67 rock as three others have disappeared. Among the other stolen rocks include one proclaiming “Nurses Rock” and featured a drawing of a masked rocks. Meanwhile, one can’t help but wonder about
the messages left by rock creators other than Cummings. A couple named Gary and Cathy planted colorful rocks together in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019. After leaving no stone unturned in the area, the mystery remains concerning whatever happened to Gary and Cathy in the last two years. Barnegat Cub Scout 26 put up a wooden handpainted American flag in one section of the rock garden, with another sign supporting the Barnegat Police Department. The group dug in the ground and added plants to create a more traditional community garden. The project first began in 2018, with new plantings in 2020. Whoever once referred to the Barnegat Docks as the township’s crown jewel may have been on to something. The Barnegat Rocks represent a collection of eye-catching gems and a special treasure within the community.
pandemic and Fulfill is here to help them get back on their feet,” Fulfill Board Chair Lauren Holman said. Fulfill is still serving 215,000 people, 70,000 of them are children. Pre-pandemic, Fulfill served 136,000 people, including 50,000 children. Pre-pandemic, 1 in 10 residents in Monmouth and Ocean Counties were food insecure. Today, that number stands at 1 in 6. Currently they’re serving 850,000 meals per month to those in need in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Holman stated that during the height of the pandemic last year, the demand for
food increased 40%, and they continue to see the same kind of volume. “We could always use monetary donations to purchase food. Prices are higher, and we must order food earlier to ensure we receive it when needed.” Donna Howell, who is the Director of the Howell Emergency Food Pantry, said they’ve seen more and more residents needing help. “There’s absolutely been a rise in our local neighbors needing assistance, but what’s even more important is that there’s been a huge rise in people contributing. We’ve
had an exceptional outpouring from our residents looking to assist neighbors in need. There’s been a huge uptick in people needing assistance in the past 18 months. But we have seen unbelievable help from the community and local businesses,” Howell said. She explained how recently, the organization has taken in more donations than ever before and believes the current price gouging and shortages has not affected the pantry. “I think the last two years have taught us (Food - See Page 7)
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Continued From Page 1 Lot 20 and Block 352, Lot 1. The property owners submitted an application to the township’s Redevelopment Committee last September to advance their proposal. Facing restrictions imposed in conjunction with COVID-19 mandates, authorities held the meeting in the Waretown Firehouse. They opened the bay doors to allow residents to personally attend the hearing and listen to the proposal. Approximately 75 residents brought their own chairs to sit outside and listen to expert testimony submitted by Keith Davis, the Zells’ legal counsel. Many of the locals disagreed with representations made in conjunction with the application. They continue to express disappointment that the Redevelopment Committee and township leaders granted the developer approval to move forward with their plans. Davis came back to the Planning Board a few weeks ago with changes in the original proposal. Although only one resident stayed for part of the four-hour hearing, planning board members questioned the attorney and his experts. Both Mayor Lydia Dodd and Deputy Mayor Dr. Ben LoParo sit on the municipality’s planning board. The two expressed concerns that the new application called for a substantial alteration to amenities planned for the residential portion of the project.
The Southern Ocean Times, December 11, 2021, Page 5 “There was also a change to the townhouse layout and stormwater management plan,” LoParo shared. “The change to the amenities for our residents was the most significant. They deserve better than what was proposed on the revised site plan.” LoParo felt so strongly about his objections that he voted no in the initial presentation a few weeks ago. He was therefore precluded from voting at all during last week’s preliminary approvals. The townhouses are not age-restricted, and purchasers will be part of a homeowner’s association. D.R. Horton plans to take on construction of the residential portion, which also includes two affordable apartment buildings. The proposed market rate units will be approximately 35.865 feet tall and include garages underneath them. “The development consists of a residential component of 117 townhouse units,” Davis shared. “Of that, 99 will be at market rate, with 18 low- and moderate-income units consistent with the township’s affordable housing units.” Towns are required by state law to set aside a percentage of new homes as “affordable.” Units available for sale are expected to start at $300,000 and go to a maximum of $350,000. Affordable housing rentals would be priced in accordance with government standards. D.R. Horton agreed to prepare documents for the development’s homeowner’s association that would prohibit residents from converting or using their dens, living rooms, and dining rooms to
bedrooms. Local residents appear less concerned about amenities for the new townhouses than they are about other issues. Traffic represents a major concern along Route 9, particularly as occupants begin to fi ll the new Tradewinds apartment complex across from the Waretown Shop Rite. David Horner, a traffic engineer, provided testimony to the Redevelopment Committee, using 2019 data to formulate his report. Horner said he relied on information from that year because it represented a time when COVID restrictions were not in place. Plans for the new project include three access points, including the main access across from Pancoast Road. The area will be controlled with a traffic light, allowing straight, right and left turns out of the entrance. “There will be a full left turn lane from Route 9 into the development,” said Horner. “There will also be an access point of the property for right turns in, and right turns out. The third access point is at the northerly portion and will be right turn out only of the commercial facility.” Plans also call for a sidewalk and streetlights along the Route 9 frontage of the property. The Zells received approval to subdivide their property and plan to retain development of the commercial building alone. No information was available concerning prospective tenants for the 7200 square foot space that would be made available. Stormwater represents a major compo-
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nent of the proposed plans and requires review by CAFRA, the state coastal management program, which falls under the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). Wetlands do exist on the property and cannot be developed according to the proposal. A specified tree save area will also be designated. The planning board deferred to the developer’s landscape engineer regarding the proposed landscaping and berm. Planning board member Dr. Sean Denning asked that it be done in conjunction with Scott Taylor of the Taylor Design Group, one of the township’s professional experts. “We’d like to make sure it’s big enough to provide a large sound buffer,” said Denning. Residents have complained the Zells have paid reduced taxes on the undeveloped property as a tree farm. State records confirm that the landowners received a farmland assessment since at least 2017. The Department of Agriculture requires that no less than five acres of farmland activity be devoted to an agricultural or horticultural use for the two years immediately preceding the tax year. The Township of Ocean Planning Board passed a resolution memorializing approval of a preliminary major subdivision and site plan for property located on Route 9. Work on the project cannot start until the developer receives necessary approvals and fi nal site plan approval from the planning board.
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Congressman Kim: Build Back Better Act Will Create Jobs, Lower Cost Of Prescriptions From The Desk Of
Congressman Andy Kim WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03) voted to pass the Build Back Better Act, a bill that would lower everyday costs for working families, create jobs, cut taxes, lower healthcare costs, confront climate change, and secure a brighter future for our children.
“We need to urgently get Americans back to work to ensure a strong economy. Today’s vote is a culmination of years of work to pass meaningful, job creating, economy boosting, transformational legislation that will help every American,” said Congressman Kim. “By passing the Build Back Better Act, we’re one step closer to getting Americans back to work, lowering the cost of prescription drugs including capping drug costs for Americans on Medicare at $2,000 per year, and investing in working families
and future generations. I hope this important piece of legislation passes the Senate and moves swiftly to the President’s desk for his signature.” The bill would create millions of good paying jobs each year in new and emerging technologies, manufacturing, the clean energy economy, and many more essential industries. The bill also saves families time and money by helping with child and family care costs so parents can get back to work. The Build Back Better Act would finally allow Medicare to negotiate for lower drug prices, add hearing coverage under Medi-
care - including hearing aids for millions of seniors - and ensure Americans with diabetes don’t pay more than $35 per month for their insulin. The bill includes Congressman Kim’s Capping Drug Costs for Seniors Act, which would limit prescription drug costs for seniors by, for the first time ever, creating a $2,000 per year out-of-pocket maximum for Americans on Medicare. The Build Back Better Act accompanies the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that Congressman Kim voted for, which was signed into law on November 15, 2021. Combined, the two bills will create millions of good paying jobs.
Menendez Pushes For Child Care Expansion In Build Back Better Act Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), a senior member of the Senate Banking Committee, pushed for the expansion of access to affordable child care as the Senate considers the Build Back Better Act that includes key provisions to support working families. During an oversight Committee hearing with Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, Sen. Menendez pointed out the many benefits of expanding access to
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affordable child care, such as improving labor force participation, especially amongst minority women. “The evidence is clear that the currently broken child care system is especially harmful to the most vulnerable members of our society such as African American and Latina moms,” said Sen. Menendez. “Congress is on the precipice of significantly expanding access to affordable child care through the Build Back Better Act and I urge my colleagues to strongly support this expansion as we finalize the details of this bill.” Over the past two decades, the cost of child care has more than doubled, while wages have remained mostly stagnant. Cu r rently, low- and middle-income
ing lot in order to provide proper social distancing. If you would like to drop off a donation, visit on Mondays between 9 to 11 a.m. at 449 Adelphia Road in Howell. To go at a different time, you can set up an appointment with Howell by contacting her at: howellemergencyfoodpantry@ gmail.com. To send monetary donations, they can be mailed to P.O. Box 580, Howell Township. To support Fulfi ll, residents can send monetary donations, give food or hygiene products donations, host their own food drive or become a volunteer. All information can be found on their website at fulfillnj.org.
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families can spend between 14 and 35 percent of their income on child care. Many parents find that child care expenses consume most of their paycheck, and some decide to leave the workforce all together as a result. Typically, mothers are the ones who make that tradeoff. During the hearing, Sec. Yellen agreed with Sen. Menendez and indicated the U.S. has fallen behind in being a leader for workforce participation among women and that provisions in the Housepassed Build Back Better Act, such as expanded access to child care, would enable women to participate in the U.S. labor market. “One of the reasons that labor force participation, especially of women in the United States, is now lower than that in many developed countries is because once upon a time we were a leader and now we’ve fallen behind and a major difference between the United States and other developed countries is our support for child care, paid family leave – things NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE
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that enable women to participate in the labor market,” said Sec. Yellen. The House-passed version of the Build Back Better Act expands child care access providing direct support to families in need of affordable, high-quality child care. These provisions will also have a significant impact on parents of color who are more likely than their non-Hispanic white counterparts to experience child care-related job disruptions. Sen. Menendez also supports a permanent expansion of the En hanced Child Tax Credit (CTC). Since monthly payments were first issued in July, nationally, the CTC has provided historic economic relief for nearly 39 million households, covering almost 90 percent of children in the country, and setting the U.S. on course to cut child poverty by half. This includes $1,552,834,000 in CTC payments to New Jersey families from July to October, with more than 1.6 million New Jersey children being covered in October alone.
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Wreaths Across America - Manahawkin Area
MANAHAWKIN – Wreaths Across America will be held on December 18, starting at 12 p.m. Manahawkin volunteers will be helping to remember and honor veterans by laying Remembrance Wreaths on the graves of our fallen heroes. Wreaths will be laid at four cemeteries, including Greenwood on Route 9 in Cedar Run, Old Manahawkin on Route 9 & Lakeshore Dr, Old Methodist on Beach Ave, and West Creek on Willets Ave and Jones St. To sign up
to volunteer, visit wreathsacrossamerica. org/pages/161738. The noontime opening ceremony will be held at the Manahawkin Municipal Building courtyard, 260 East Bay Ave. This effort is being led by Betty Niemczyk-Garrison. Closer to the event she will post the schedule on her personal and other Facebook group sites. For questions, contact Betty at email bett815@aol.com with “wreaths” in the subject line or telephone 609-290-6213.
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EMS Students Graduate From EMT Program
–Photo courtesy Stafford EMS STAFFORD – On November 18, the Stafford Township EMS had the honor of hosting the HMH EMT Graduation for Ocean County. During this class students are put to the test to become the best clinicians possible and dedicated over 300 hours of classroom and hands on time.
Stafford Township EMS had a total of seven students in this class and they are pleased to announce that all seven students have passed their final exam and successfully graduated! Congratulations to all the students that graduated! They wish you all the best of luck as you take your next step and prep for your NREMT.
Lighthouse International Film Society To Screen HIVE
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Lighthouse International Film Society is pleased to present the screening of Hive at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences on December 15 at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.) Sassafras Hill Farm will be at HIVE screening selling local honey and farm produce. Firefly Gallery will be there selling candles and unique gifts. Seating will be limited so get your tickets today. HIVE is a Sundance triple award winner. HIVE is a searing drama based on the true story of Fahrije, who has battled grief and financial struggle since her husband went missing during the war in Kosovo. In hope
of providing for her family, she launches a business selling hot pepper preserves, a controversial act of independence that scandalizes her patriarchal village. Amid doubts of her husband’s return, she struggles not only to keep her family afloat but against a hostile community who seeks to violently undermine the independence and sisterhood she is determined to gain. Kosovo has chosen Bierta Bartolli’s Sundance triple winner “HIVE” as its official entry for the Oscars’ International Feature category. Tickets are $8 online and $10 at the door. For tickets, visit: lighthousefilmfestival.org.
Holiday Wonderland And Christmas Market
STAFFORD – Stafford Recreation invites you to the Holiday Wonderland and Christmas Market on December 11 from 1 to 7 p.m. at Heritage Park, 49 West Bay Ave, Manahawkin. Enjoy food trucks, craft vendors, fire pits, ice sculpture artist, live entertainment, Santa & Mrs. Claus and more! As you’re making plans for the first Holiday Wonderland and Christmas Market, don’t struggle to find parking downtown. Let one of Santa’s elves do the driving!
Free shuttle bus service will operate for the duration of this event from the Stafford Township Municipal Complex at 260 E. Bay Avenue in Manahawkin. Park at Town Hall and hop aboard one of the township Dial-A-Ride sleighs and get dropped off at the heart of Heritage Park and all of the market merriment! For more information, contact Jen McBrien at 609-597-1000 ext. 8573, jmcbrien@ staffordnj.gov.
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POLICE BLOTTER Man Gets 14 Years For Aggravated Manslaughter
By Chris Lundy LITTLE EGG HARBOR – A man who fatally stabbed his victim during a fight was sentenced to 14 years in New Jersey State Prison for Aggravated Manslaughter. Kendrick Coley, 29, of Little Egg Harbor, had previously pled guilty to the events that took place on the night of May 16, 2018. Coley and Richard Pone had been
in a fight and Coley had stabbed the other man. Coley was arrested without incident. Police arrived at 8:15 p.m. and Pone was pronounced dead at 8:40 p.m. Due to the No Early Release Act, he must serve at least 85 percent of his prison sentence before he may be considered for parole eligibility. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D.
Billhimer commended Chief Trial Attorney Michael Weatherstone and Assistant Prosecutor Kimberly Carr who handled the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Victim Witness Advocacy Unit, Little Egg Har-
bor Police Department Detective Bureau, Little Egg Harbor Police Department, Tuckerton Borough Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, for their collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation, resulting in Coley’s apprehension, guilty plea, and lengthy state prison sentence.
Two Ocean County Residents Busted With Heroin In Lakehurst
By Jason Allentoff LAKEHURST – Borough police arrest two Ocean County residents for allegedly having heroin, crack cocaine and other drug paraphernalia in a vehicle. Police said officers were called to the Lakehurst Circle Center on December 1 at 3:29 p.m. on a report of a suspicious vehicle
outside Dollar General. Inside, officers found 33-year-old Amanda Centanni of Bayville and 43-year-old Matthew Eiche of Barnegat along with 30 wax folds of heroin, a quantity of crack cocaine and other drug paraphernalia in plain view. A search of the vehicle was conducted and both were placed under arrest without incident.
Centanni was charged with Possession of heroin, Possession of crack cocaine, Possession of drug paraphernalia, and being under the influence of CDS. She was ultimately remanded to the Ocean County Jail. Eiche was charged with Possession of drug paraphernalia and Possession of a hypodermic needle and was released from custody
pending a mandatory court appearance. Officer Vance Anthony Pelino was the charging officer. Assisting on scene were Sgt. Jason Guide, Officer William Bowers and Officer Michael Cecchini. All criminal charges are merely accusations and all subjects are innocent until proven guilty.
Man Charged At Abandoned Home With Trespassing, Having Drug Paraphernalia By Bob Vosseller LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Township police arrested a resident on charges of trespassing, possession of a hypodermic syringe and drug paraphernalia. Following complaints by residents, Little Egg Harbor Street Crimes Unit members
observed an abandoned residence on National Union Boulevard on November 19, and saw Robert W. Guiendon, 33, exiting the residence. Guiendon was stopped by officers and searched. They found a hypodermic syringe and a glass smoking pipe. He was arrested and
transported to the Little Egg Harbor Police Department where he was issued a summons and charged. He was later released pending future court proceedings. Other individuals were observed at or near the residence and were confronted and issued verbal and written warnings.
The Little Egg Harbor Police Department has requested that anyone noting suspicious activities contact the department’s Street Crimes Unit at 609-296-3666 Ext 178. All sources of information are kept strictly confidential. Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.
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Continued From Page 1 a new species of shark that mutated due to medical waste seeping down through a Florida aquifer. His book provides a horrific tale of shark attacks reminiscent of books like “Jaws” but there is a twist as these sharks are a new breed that crave not only human flesh but human blood and bone marrow due to their ingesting medical byproducts for decades. The story reveals that when the shark becomes full-grown, they are the largest predator on the planet. It takes place around the Kings Bay Nuclear Submarine Base in St. Mary’s, Georgia which was built in the late 1970s. “I contacted a publisher down in Florida (Seaworthy Publications) and he didn’t know I was the same guy submitting work to him over the last five years but he took me on. It is very hard to get a publisher.” Lahm said it was some shark teeth that inspired him to write his tale of mystery and horror. He noted that someone had discovered them during a dredging operation and they obviously came from a very large shark. “They were black as night, shiny as a boot and as big as your hand. I had the impression they were some kind of shark tooth but I wasn’t sure,” Lahm told The Southern Ocean Times. In his book, after the Navy removes a limestone mound during their dredging operation, the sharks begin their feeding frenzy. A school of hungry sharks emerges from the submarine springs which is their birthplace in Kings Bay. The writer said that while his book is fiction, he took a lot of ideas from real life experiences he has had over the course of his long career. “I have a tendency to collect things in my head. I said to myself, this is where this story should take place inside the center core of one third of our nuclear weaponry so the reader can only get in there with his mind. I do my research.” He recalled while working in Delaware County, Pennsylvania years ago “we had 2,000 people on the job and an odd-looking ship came up river and we all stopped working and the guy next to me said, ‘that’s a Howard Hughes boat.’” It was the Glomar Explorer formerly the USNS Hughes Glomar Explorer which was a deep-sea drillship platform built for Project Azorian which was the secret 1974 U.S. Central Intelligence Agency’s special activities division effort to recover Soviet submarine K-129. “Later on, a guy who worked as rigger told me that (Glomar) was the only ship he ever worked on that they put the keel, the first piece of iron on the dry dock and they had men with shotguns walking around.” After the Philadelphia shipyard was shut down, Lahm transferred to Kings Bay Nuclear Submarine Base “and that is where the story in the book originates,” he said. He noted that the black shark teeth that would wash up during certain periods of the dredging operations could be sold in town “for $5 a piece.” The plot includes the building of a Navy base along with a four-lane highway connecting to I-95 and also includes the environmental concerns of the Timucua people who inhabited land first in southeast Georgia and northern Florida who fear the dredging work by the Navy will destroy the plant life
The Southern Ocean Times, December 11, 2021, Page 13 and burial sites there. As in “Jaws” tourism is threatened after the attacks begins and the danger extends to New England. The Glomer Explorer also makes a cameo in the story. Lahm was successful in petitioning the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission to approve a historical marker nomination for the Glomar Explorer. The spy ship was built using funds donated by Howard Hughes. The marker remains outside the Independence
Seaport Museum. The writer contacted the United States Board on Geographic Names’ Advisory Committee on Undersea Features after it was discovered that the research vessel NR-1 located a submarine spring. Lahm asked that the spring be named the NR-1 Hole. That request was granted and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration include that name on all their charts. Lahm also submitted documents to Geo-Ma-
rine Letters, (an international peer-reviewed journal which offers rapid publication of concise original studies) of the sinkholes surveyed in the Florida Straits four years ago. He believes “the collapse of the Champlain High Rise in Miami Beach (on June 24) was caused by the Miami submarine spring, nine miles east of Miami Beach.” “Bad to the Bone” is available in paperback and Kindle through seaworthy.com and barnesandnoble.com.
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)
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As the year winds down and we begin to look forward to the festivities and social reconnections that accompany the colder months, it’s time to consider paying us a visit! Here are five excellent reasons to make an appointment with your hearing specialist this winter season. 1 Ear Inspection: Cold weather can harden earwax, causing discomfort and muffled hearing. Otoscopic examination will reveal whether you need removal of wax (cerumen) or not. If so, we would refer you to an ENT and/or your primary care doctor so they can take of the issue. 2 Tinnitus That ringing, humming, or buzzing in your ear that no one else seems to hear isn’t all in your head — it may be tinnitus, which can be associated with hearing loss or another underlying health issue. We can help get to the bottom of why it’s happening and reduce its impact on your life. Studies have also shown that tinnitus can be more prominent during weather changes, so don’t hesitate to investigate. 3 Warranty Expiration Depending on when you purchased your hearing aids, your warranty may be expiring soon. We can help maximize and protect your investment by cleaning, checking, and performing selected repairs while the devices remain under warranty. 4 New Tech Once your devices are more than four years old, we recommend
checking whether they’re still meeting your needs. From Bluetooth to telehealth compatibility, we can offer the perfect option to customize your hearing experience and filter out the annoying background noise that comes with busy shopping centers and family gatherings. If you’re due for an upgrade, we can fit you with the latest model to keep you hearing everything you want and nothing you don’t. 5 Hearing Aid Tune-Ups & Extra Batteries Winter is a tough season for your hearing aids. Low temperatures affect the functionality of nearly all personal electronics and drain batteries quickly. Changes in temperature can create condensation, which can cause problems. Bring your aids in for a tuneup and inspection. We can ensure they are in great shape, as well as send you home with a dehumidifier to store them in and extra batteries. If you’re wearing rechargeable battery hearing aids, let us check the “health” of the battery before your warranty expires. Has it been a while since we last saw you? We miss you! Make the most of your winter festivities by scheduling an appointment with our caring team today. Call today to schedule your appointment. We can be reached at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit our website at www. gardenstatehearing.com
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. At this time of year, we need to protect ourselves from all the bugs out there and this advice is aimed particularly to older people or those with compromised immune systems. The symptoms are similar from bug to bug; however, the severity differs from person to person. As you know, you may experience any or all of the following: Sore throat Cough Fever and chills Runny nose Stuffy nose Body aches Fatigue Headache Sinus pressure or pain Loss of taste or smell Today’s article is to help bring understanding to some important remedies that ease general and mild discomfort. Please seek proper medical attention if your symptoms are severe. Here are the most helpful items to consider in case you feel under the weather and I have more at suzycohen.com if you’d like to read the longer version of this article: Astragalus. This is an herbal remedy that can strengthen the immune system, and just like echinacea, I’d say this one is somewhat better at preventing problems than it is treating them. Acetaminophen. This is a medication you can buy over-the-counter (OTC) and it reduces fever. Fever is your body’s attempt to cook the bugs that have infected you, so do not rush to treat it. Fevers should however, be treated when they reach 102 degrees Fahrenheit or 39 degrees Celsius. Herbal choices include elderflower (which is not the same as elderberry), catnip or
white willow bark. Probiotics. These can be taken throughout the year to support digestion, and immunity. High-quality probiotics will improve the flora fingerprint that you yourself and protect your body head to toe. Eucalyptus Essential Oil. If you were to rummage in my purse on any given day int he winter, you’d find my little bottle of eucalyptus essential oil. Eucalyptus opens up breathing passageways acting like a natural decongestant. Epsom Salts or Magnesium. Epsom salts are relaxing to muscles and can relieve tension and body aches through the transdermal absorption. Soak in a nice, warm bath for 15 minutes and then dry off. Lemon Water. Drinking pure, filtered water helps move lymph and it rehydrates your cells. If you’re feverish, or you have a sore throat, maybe an ice water with a spritz of freshly squeezed lemon juice in it sounds refreshing. Garlic. It’s probably the last thing you’re craving when you feel miserable and your laid up in bed! But garlic has strong antiviral, antibiotic properties so if you can bring yourself to eat it in your chicken soup, or eggs or anything, please do. In closing, there are many natural options to help yourself get through a few days of feeling sick. It is obviously better not to catch anything in the first place, so when you’re out practice good hygiene. For example, try not to touch your nose or mouth if you’re out shopping, and wash your hands frequently. Cover your mouth when you sneeze, and don’t blow your nose then shake someone’s hand! It’s the little things you never think about, but they are very important in terms of reducing spread of illness.
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STAFFORD – It’s that time of year! Once again, Stafford Recreation and Stafford Township PBA Local 297 are collecting new, unwrapped toys for the Annual Christmas Toy Drive.
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tors, collectors and community residents, he is committed to sharing with students, families, and other community residents the rich and honest depiction of the African-American experience in Atlantic City. This in-person presentation will take place at the Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River at 2 p.m. on January 16. Seating is limited to 40 and registrants must be vaccinated and wear a mask. To register, send your name, zip code, email address, and “Atlantic City” to oceancountyhistory.zoom@gmail.com.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE TOMS RIVER – ’Tis the season! The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College has a spectacular lineup of holiday performances, and other exciting events, through the end of 2021, as well as a number of shows already scheduled for 2022. Tickets are selling fast, so be sure to reserve your seat soon, or check out one of the livestreams! Cherish the Ladies: A Celtic Christmas
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Fall Cleanups - Leaf debris removal, downed branches. Holiday City, Toms River area. Gutter cleaning special $50 average ranch. Jim 609-335-0330. (1)
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Across 1 Guthrie’s “Today” co-host 5 Apple tablet 9 Easily bruised Cajun veggie 13 Collectively 15 Possessive shout 16 Currency with Khomeini’s picture 17 “Same here!” 18 Greek salad ingredient 19 Out of sight 20 It takes getting used to 23 Note dispenser 25 Large tea dispenser 26 Geese cries 27 Native American leaders 31 Put a cap on 32 One of its first customers was a collector of broken laser pointers
33 IRS forms expert 36 Just slightly 37 Brown ermine 39 Born and __ 40 Theater backdrop 41 High time? 42 “Shrek” princess 43 Exuberant compliment 46 Some blue jeans 48 Sea-__ Airport 49 Observe 50 Morning news deliverers ... or based on a hidden word in each, what 20-, 27- and 43-Across are? 54 Late notice? 55 “The __ Report”: 1976 bestseller 56 Bangkok natives 59 Ticket stub abbr. 60 Meadow mamas 61 Fires off 62 Programmer’s alternative to “if” 63 Yom Kippur ritual
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE
P&K FIREARMS & AMMO INC. (609) 597-4646
Donate Your Used Cell Phones For This Worthy Cause
OCEAN COUNTY – Nancy Seibert has been collecting for “Cell Phones for Soldiers” since 2006. She has combined forces with Bayville based “Support the Troops Project,” led by Lloyd Mullikin since 2004, who mails these cards and packages overseas to our troops in harm’s way. Cell phones collected, in any condition, and are not reused but sent to a recycler. Cords and cases are not necessary. The profits are then sent to the organization headquarters in Massachusetts from which Nancy orders her free, true 60-minute calling cards. They are provided for those military who are unable to contact their families without incurring monumental expense during their deployment. They also accept monetary donation for help defray the cost of mailing these boxes. Checks can be made out to the VFW Post 9503 with a notation in the memo “Support the Troops.” Checks can be mailed to Lloyd Mullikin, 307 Allaire Ave., Bayville, NJ 08721 or call him at 732-269-1397. It would then be a tax-deductible donation. To date, Nancy has collected over 23,000 cell phones and donated over 99,000 calling cards. If you have the name of a military member serving overseas, feel free to contact with their, name/rank and APO/FPO address and they will be happy to donate cards to them.
She can be contacted at 732-606-6040. The following are drop locations: All Lester Glenn Auto Dealership (Service waiting room) Central Regional Middle and High School lobbies All Berkeley Sounds of Summer Concerts All Berkeley Municipal Bldgs. And Recycling Center Beachwood Municipal Bldg. VFW 9503, Bayville lobby Bayville Elks Bayville Auto Altieri Chiropractic, Bayville Pine Beach PO Presbyterian Church of Toms River American Legion 129, Toms River Ocean Country Courthouse and County Clerk Offices, Toms River Sonata Bay Clubhouse, Bayville Silver Ridge and all Holiday City Clubhouses Heritage Family Restaurant, Whiting Universal Radiology, Lacey Jersey Shore BlueClaws, Lakewood C&C Marina, Bayville Keller/William Realty, Bayville Sarah’s Hair Salon, Bayville Community Medical Center, Outpatient lobby East Coast Flag and Flagpole, Beachwood
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WE ARE OCEAN AND WE ARE HERE FOR YOU! OCC is fully remote so students can safely get their degree.
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Festive Art On Display
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–Photo by Chris Lundy ISLAND HEIGHTS - These are a few of the candy canes decorated in the style of famous artists on display outside the Ocean County Artists Guild.
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: 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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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of DEC 11 - dec 17 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You can try to judge a book by its cover, but it’s better to do more homework. Be sure to notice if someone is honest or has your best interests at heart. Put it on the line if someone is not forthcoming in the upcoming week. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your willingness to forgive and forget can bear fruit. Clear the air that hangs over any disagreement with a loved one or coworker in the week to come. When in doubt, ask for advice from those with experience. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Pay attention to your duties and be discriminating about your companions as the week unfolds. Network with people who spark your imagination and who give you ideas that help you achieve your longterm goals. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Fulfilling your financial ambitions might be at the top of your “to do” list. The best way to get it done is to accept the consensus and remain on good terms with coworkers. Romance might be on a partner’s mind this week. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You might be proud of having high personal standards and may experience intense ambitions as the week begins. You and a partner can show a united and disciplined front to the world. Remind yourself to be more sensitive and compassionate. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Sometimes the anticipation of an upcoming event is more exciting than the experience itself. Don’t set expectations too high in the week ahead or you might be disappointed. Focus on dealing with difficult details.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take your time about signing on the dotted line. It is possible that your enthusiasm outweighs your insight or that you are rushed into agreeing to something you later regret. A family member may shy away from a promise this week. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Try to take it in stride rather than becoming grouchy if you feel overworked or if plans change on short notice in the week ahead. It will definitely be a win-win if you work on being more kindhearted and forgiving this week. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A seminar or a class could help you make more money. Maintain an open mind as fresh concepts could be valuable and improve your knowledge base. In the week to come friends can lead you in the right direction. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Respect someone’s opinion even when you do not agree. Your insincerity detector could work overtime in the week ahead so you may recognize untruths or exaggerations. Your attractiveness may be enhanced today. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Self-discipline can keep you firmly headed down the road of success. It may be tempting to waste time or relax when there are unpleasant tasks to perform. A loved one might motivate and encourage you in the week ahead. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Fight off negativity in the upcoming week. You may find it difficult to separate facts from fiction or love from infatuation at some point. If you look for the best in people, however, you should find it.
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