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There was a lot of interest in this development from neighbors. By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Representatives of an illegal high school being run for ultra-orthodox Jewish boys appeared before the Board of Adjustment on December 20 with an application for a Use Variance and a Preliminary and Final

Major Site Plan. The school operated for some 30 to 45 days this summer at the site of the former Beth Or Temple on the corner of Van Zile Road and Route 70 before it was shut down by Judge Craig L. Wellerson for not having the proper permits or inspections

─Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn

for work that had already been completed. The judge ordered the owner to prepare a plan that would require t ow n sh ip Pla n n i ng Board approval for a change in use from a house of worship to a private school. Attorney Adam Pfeffer represented the ap-

plicant, David Gluck, who owns the 4.1-acre property being operated by Congregation Kehilos Yisroel, Inc. (CKY) of Lakewood. The attor ney called it “a straightforward application utilizing an existing house of worship as a ‘starter (School - See Page 4)

Veterans Remembered In Wreath Laying Ceremonies

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Two local ceremonies recently commemorated the loss of those who served to protect America. They were among the 2,100 locations across the country to observe Wreaths Across America. The organization’s mission is to “honor those who serve and t hei r fa m ilies, a nd

teach future generations about the sacrifices made to preserve our freedoms.” WAA Mobile Education Exhibit Ambassador Stefan Brann told The Toms River Times that the “mission statement of Wreaths Across America is three simple words, ‘remember, honor, teach.’ When we talk about Wreaths Across America we

talk about those words with emphasis on the word, ‘remember’.” “That is why we do what we do every year - which is to remember our fallen vets and those of the United States militar y who are no longer with us. We place what we call ‘veterans remembrance wreaths’ or any variation of those words except for ‘Christmas

wreath.’ It is isn’t a Christmas wreath as that has a whole other meaning.” December 18 marked the organization’s 29th year. Toms River resident Carol Koch coordinated the St. Joseph’s Cemetery ceremony event, saying it was the third year it’s been done there. “Last year we had to do plan B which was smaller due to the

COVID-19 pandemic. It was very simple and we had the military come. Today, we have the Marine Corps League from Bayville the Corporal William J. Smith Detachment, t wo g roups of Boy Scouts and members of the Central Regional ROTC, members of Toms River High School North are also (Wreath - See Page 7)

January 1, 2022

Quarantine Rules Change For Schools

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - The amount of time a student or staff member would have to quarantine after being exposed to the Coronavirus has been reduced by the New Jersey Department of Education and the New Jersey Department of Health. During the December 16 Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Dr. Thomas Farrell said the district had been informed that day about the updated quarantine protocols, which align with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “It reduced the quarantine time period in certain cases where you can test after so many days and come back in,” he said. “There are many stipulations…but it is a positive step in getting our students (that are being quarantined) back in school quicker.” While 14 days of quarantine is still recommended for those who have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, the revision allows for shortened time frames to end quarantine after seven days with a negative test result collected between five and seven days of quarantine. The updated quarantine time frames would no longer use regional transmission risk levels to determine their time frames. According to the CDC, a 14-day quarantine period is optimal, but they said they recognize the value of shortening quarantine in certain circumstances. “The optimal 14-day exclusion timeframe may pose significant challenges for individuals, and decreasing the duration can reduce the burden on individuals and increase compliance,” said Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. “The CDC has determined that these shortened timeframes are acceptable options.” In other news, Dr. Farrell said that the school district is no longer afforded the option of having virtual snow days this winter as they did last year. All school closing days would be added to the end of the school year calendar, he said. (Rules - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 school.’” The school currently has 80 students enrolled and Pfeffer said there would never be more than 100 students at any time. “The uses are permitted,” Pfeffer said. “The township has already decided that this is an appropriate zone for both the house of worship and for the school - that’s in your own ordinances.” The attorney said that RLUIPA (The Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act) applies to the Board decision as to whether or not the congregation may operate its school on the property. RLUIPA is a federal law that prohibits local governments from enforcing land use regulations that infringe on religious freedom. As a federal statute, RLUIPA takes precedence over conflicting local and state laws. Board of Adjustment Attorney Ronald D. Cucchiaro agreed that RLUIPA would have bearing on the application. Pfeffer said that the application is protected by RLUIPA because adding a religious school to an existing synagogue does not affect its status. He said that the students could not exercise their religion as a result of the school being shuttered. The high school administrator Rabbi David Pollak - who said he has experience in the workforce but no experience as a school administrator - said that in addition to the 80 enrolled students, there are 12 staff members onsite and one maintenance

worker. The hours of the school are 7:50 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Sunday to Friday. The school calendar year runs from August to June. In addition, some 20 to 40 people use the temple for prayer, twice a day, he said. The synagogue is a separate entity, he added. When the school first opened, students were being bussed in, but that didn’t work out, Pollak said, due to “the logistics of the property,” making it difficult for the buses to turn around, and Van Zile Road being narrow. Students were then (and would in the future) be brought to school by carpools and vans, he said. About 90 percent of the students are from Lakewood and about 10 percent are from Jackson, Pollak said. In addition to the 16,850 square-foot main building where the synagogue and illegal school is located, there is also a 1,950 square-foot building and a 2,500 squarefoot building on the property. Board of Adjustment Engineer Brian Boccanfuso asked what the intent was for the two smaller buildings. Pfeffer said one is boarded up and would probably eventually be rehabilitated by the congregation. The second structure is a single family house that would be used as a parsonage for the rabbi. Board member Dawn Marie White asked if the school is registered with the state. Cucchiaro said registration is not required for the private religious school. Pfeffer was asked if the school is required to have any state licenses or if there is a state required curriculum to be followed.

“Not that I’m aware of,” said Pollak. “The school teaches mostly Talmudic study so that the students there would become learned Jewish people.” Cucchiaro cautioned the board to keep the meeting focused on land use issues. “This line of questioning could violate RLUIPA,” he said. Traffic engineer Justin Taylor discussed the traffic circulation and traffic impacts, which he said would be below the threshold for major impact to surrounding roads, but Township Planner Tara Paxton said there is “a potential of failure at those

intersections,” taking into consideration morning drop offs, evening pick-ups, and the nearby public schools and administration building. “A full traffic analysis should shed light and provide more information,” she said. “It is a site plan requirement.” Judge Wellerson ordered that the outcome of the application be determined in one hearing, but due to the required traffic study and other issues, a second hearing has been scheduled for Wednesday February 16 at 7 p.m. to be held at the Civic Plaza, 270 Chambers Bridge Road.

─Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn School Administrator David Pollak (on left) is seated beside Attorney Adam Pfeffer during the hearing.

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Continued From Page 1 In other school news, the two high school hockey teams have combined into one, the superintendent said, and they are back to utilizing the Ocean Ice Palace on Chambers Bridge Road. (The rink was scheduled to close in July but was given a new life when it was announced that it had been purchased by the Harmony Hockey Group, who plans

to revitalize it and keep it as an ice rink.) “We have a very competitive team, and the games are a great event to attend,” the superintendent said. “If you get a chance, please come out and support our combined Brick hockey team.” And finally, Board President Stephanie Wohlrab said the district is still in need of staff, including teachers, substitutes and bus drivers. That’s true said Human Resources Director William Kleissler, who said the

employment information is on the school web page. The requirements for becoming a substitute teacher have recently changed, he said. Only 30 college credits are needed, down from 60, and subs must be at least 20 years old. “We are going to continue to post on our website for any openings that are there,” Kleissler said. “There’s currently I believe 12 posted positions. We’re interviewing people for substitute positions, for secre-

taries, cafeteria workers and things of that nature, and hopefully we’ll continue to have a group of people to fill in,” he said. The greatest need is for bus drivers, he said. The district will train anyone who wants to be a bus driver for their CDL license. “I don’t think many people realize that,” Kleissler said. The next Board of Education meeting is scheduled for Thursday January 20 at 7 p.m.

─Screenshot by Judy Smestad-Nunn Board President Stephanie Wohlrab, Superintendent Dr. Thomas Farrell and Business Administrator James Edwards discuss issues at the latest Board of Education meeting.

Man Arrested For Shoplifting Tools And Drugs

By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – After police found a man sleeping in his car at a Quick Chek parking lot, they discovered several drugs and shoplifting tools in his possession. Around 11 p.m. on December 17, the Brick Street Crimes Unit was surveilling the Quick Chek at 715 Rt 70 when they saw a

man sleeping inside a car in the parking lot. Through investigation, police were able to identify the man as 32-year-old Christian Vatovec from Manalapan. Inside the car, detectives observed a large amount of methamphetamine and also found Xanax, Suboxone and a hypodermic syringe.

In addition, detectives spotted multiple shoplifting tools such as devices used to remove security tags on merchandise. Numerous electronics including laptops, drones, electric scooters and cell phones were found inside the car. These items all belonged to many different department stores. Vatovec was charged with possession of

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House Passes Congressman Kim’s Bill Highlighting Dangers Of Synthetic Opioids

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House of Representatives passed Congressman Andy Kim’s (D-3rd) Synthetic Opioid Danger Awareness Act, a bill to help raise awareness of the dangers of synthetic opioids. In November, the CDC announced that drug overdose deaths in the United States had surpassed 100,000 per year for the first time ever. Deaths due to opioids - mostly synthetic opioids like fentanyl - accounted for more than 75 percent of these deaths. “I’ve heard from so many families across New Jersey who have seen opioid addiction hit their families hard. They are stories I carry with me every day and ones that have driven me to lead this important piece of legislation,” said Congressman Kim. “I’m proud to see my bill pass the House and I will continue working to pass it into law. Even more urgently, Congress must pass the

Mainstreaming Addiction Treatment Act so Americans struggling with substance use disorder can access the proven, lifesaving treatment they need.” The Synthetic Opioid Danger Awareness Act would direct the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to conduct a public education campaign about the dangers of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids, as well as the treatment services available through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The bill would also direct the CDC to disseminate information on synthetic opioids to health care providers and require the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to publish training materials for first responders and other workers at high risk of exposure on synthetic opioid exposure prevention measures.

The bill was introduced with Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) and is endorsed by organizations on the front lines of the fight against synthetic opioids including the National Council for Behavioral Health, Shatterproof, U.S. First Responders Association, National Association of State EMS Officials, and International Association of Fire Fighters. “Synthetic opioids like fentanyl pose a critical danger to communities in New Hampshire and across the country,” said Congressman Pappas. “I am grateful for the hard work of our health and public safety experts who are tireless in their efforts to heal our communities from substance misuse. As we work to combat rising overdose numbers, we must do more to increase awareness of the dangers of synthetic opioids and ensure our first responders

have the resources they need to get deadly substances out of our communities. I will continue working to craft a long-term solution to stop these substances from taking the lives of our family members, friends, and neighbors; and the passage of the Synthetic Opioid Danger Awareness Act is a welcome step forward.” Congressman Kim is a cosponsor of the Mainstreaming Addiction Treatment (MAT) Act, which would eliminate red tape for health care providers to prescribe buprenorphine, a proven treatment that has saved countless Americans struggling with substance use disorder but remains inaccessible for many. Congressman Kim is a member of the House Armed Services Committee, the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and the House Committee on Small Business.

Menendez: Education Secretary Urged To Provide Gun Safety Info To Parents

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) joined 15 Senate Democrats and 99 Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives in urging the U.S. Department of Education to raise awareness about secure gun storage following the tragic shooting at Oxford High School in Michigan. In a letter to U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, the lawmakers stressed the importance of the Department’s leadership in issuing best practices for school districts to inform parents about storing guns safely and away from kids.

“Recently, four students were shot to death at Oxford High School in Michigan, and another seven people were injured - including one educator. This shooting, like far too many others, was perpetrated with a firearm from the home, underlining the imperative that all gun owners – especially those around children – securely store their firearms,” the lawmakers wrote to Secretary Cardona. “To prevent future tragedies, your Department should take bold action to raise awareness about secure gun storage by informing parents and school districts of its importance.”

The lawmakers continued: “[W]e have ignored a critical intervention to address the common element in the overwhelming number of these tragedies: easy access to guns in the home. The incident at Oxford High School adds to the overwhelming evidence that shows access to guns in the home is a critical intervention point. For example, the Department of Homeland Security’s National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) studied targeted school violence from 2008 through 2017 and found that 76 percent of school shooters used a firearm they took from a parent or close relative’s home. In

nearly half of these shootings, the firearm was easily accessible or was not stored securely.” “We urge you to direct the Department of Education to develop a strategy to encourage school districts to send parents secure firearm storage information and raise awareness about the importance of secure storage in keeping schools safe. Your Department can take action to give parents information about effective secure storage methods and provide guidance to schools about best practices on the methods to reach parents. These commonsense solutions cannot wait,” the lawmakers concluded.

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we had almost 500 wreaths to place,” she said. It was the first one ever done at that cemetery. Seaside Heights Mayor Anthony Vaz began the event with a moment of silence, “to remember the fallen, prisoners of war, missing in action and to honor those who have served and are serving this great nation. This year across the country with more than 2,200 participants at locations like this throughout America stand as one nation together to remember, honor and teach the freedom we enjoy today did not come without a price. “Lying here before us and in cemeteries across the nation are men and women who gave their lives so we can live in freedom without fear. The United States of America was founded on the ideas of freedom, justice and equality. Our nation stands as a shining beacon of liberty and freedom to the world. We thank those who gave their lives

to keep us free and we shall never forget,” the mayor added. The mayor also noted that the occasion marked the opportunity to “teach the next generation the values of freedom.” Wreathes were laid out by a variety of individuals during that ceremony including U.S. Army ROTC cadets Cassiday Burns of Lavallette and Ashley Buss of Houston, Texas. Both attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida. “This is my first time to take part in a ceremony like this,” Burns said. “My family takes part in this every year in Houston,” Buss said adding that she wanted to join her friend for today’s ceremony. “This was a very moving event,” said Lavallette Councilwoman Anita Zalom, also in attendance. Afterwards, those who were part of the Ocean County Memorial Park Cemetery service were invited to the Moose Lodge

based in Ortley Beach for a luncheon and fellowship courtesy of the Women of the Moose #1248. Wreaths Across America began at Arlington National Cemetery in December of 1992 with 5,000 wreaths. Brann said, “we virtually went unnoticed for 13 years. An Air Force photographer took a picture of the wreaths at the cemetery and published it in a military magazine and that was it. In 2007 Wreaths Across America was formed as an organization and we have kept growing from there.” Last year 1.7 million veterans’ wreaths were placed in total across the country, approximately 267,000 of them at Arlington National Cemetery including 14,000 for the Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cemetery. More than one million volunteers participated at 2,557 locations nationwide. Over 500 truckloads of wreaths were delivered across the nation by hundreds of volunteer professional truck drivers.

Continued From Page 1 coming and their ROTC.” She added, “I have members of St. Joseph’s Elementary School and Christian services of Donovan Catholic. There will be millions of volunteers across the United States doing the same thing we are doing here which is a brief service and then a placement of wreaths.” “We also have members of the Joint Base (McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst) as part of the ceremony, a member of the Coast Guard and Father Scott Schaffer of St. Joseph’s Church. We have a good turnout today.” Deborah O’Neil, who retired a few years ago as a police communications supervisor, coordinated the ceremony held at Ocean County Memorial Park Cemetery which was just 10 minutes away from St. Joseph’s. “Due to the great response from sponsors,

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By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – Two men suspected in multiple car burglaries throughout the state have been arrested after being spotted in a gym parking lot. Around 2 p.m. on December 16, off-duty Brick Township Police Officer Kevin Ryan was leaving the LA Fitness gym in Brick Plaza after working out when he heard a car alarm sounding in the parking lot. The alarm came from a tan Chevy pickup truck and Ryan noticed a greenish grey minivan parked next to it. This minivan matched the description of the vehicle that car burglars have been using the past several weeks while traveling all over the state, breaking into cars in gym and retail parking lots. Ryan immediately called it in to headquarters and Officer John Canterelli was the closest patrol unit, arriving within minutes. Once the suspects observed the marked police car in the parking lot, they immediately fled frantically disregarding the pedestrian traffic. Canterelli pursued the fleeing car with lights and sirens but the driver continued to drive dangerously through the residential neighborhood directly across from Brick Plaza, along Aurora Place and Bryn Mawr Drive. Police then terminated the pursuit out of concern for the safety of the general public. Soon several police units were in the area and those officers continued to monitor the reckless suspects from a distance. When the suspects left the residential neighborhood, they turned from North Lake Shore Drive onto Brick Blvd. south, driving against traffic and going north on the southbound side of Brick Blvd. The suspects continued, driving against the flow of traffic and going east on the westbound side

of Route 70. Due to the reckless driving of the suspects, several motorists were run off the road to avoid colliding with them. While officers continued to monitor from a safe distance, the suspects were eventually stopped when then ran a red light at the intersection of Burnt Tavern Rd. and Maple Ave., crashing into another car causing it to overturn and the suspect’s minivan to become disabled. As a result, the suspects began to flee on foot. The driver, identified as 42-year-old Andrew Williams from Brooklyn, NY, ran to another car and tried to pull the driver out. Since she was seat belted in, he could not extract her. Williams then tried to steal an unmarked police car but was eventually placed under arrest by Lt. Terrence Covert and Lt. Jay Matthews. The passenger, 49-year-old Louis Candelario from Brooklyn, NY, fled north and eventually was arrested by Officer John Boronkas. Williams was charged with Carjacking, Burglary, Theft, Criminal Mischief, Aggravated Assault, Attempt to Elude in a Motor Vehicle, Obstructing Justice, Resisting Arrest, and dozens of motor vehicle violations. Candelario was charged with Burglary, Theft, Criminal Mischief and Obstructing Justice. Both suspects were lodged in Ocean County Jail. Police said all of the victims involved in the incident are safe and Detectives continue to investigate the events as they unfolded. More charges are possible upon the completion of the Traffic Safety Unit’s investigation into the crash at Maple Ave. and Burnt Tavern, police said. Both Williams and Candelario are suspects in multiple vehicle burglaries and thefts throughout the state of New Jersey.

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─Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – The Township Council and Mayor Ducey honored the Brick United Under 12 Football Team for their outstanding season. The team won the New Jersey American Youth Football B Division Championship. Congratulations to the coaches and athletes on this great achievement!

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─Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – The following Brick Township schools participated in the America Recycles Project, coordinated by Township Recycling Coordinator Trish Totar:;

Warren H. Wolf, Drum Point Elementary, Osbornville Elementary and Lake Riviera Middle School. All the students did a great job!

Mantoloking Police Department Now Hiring

MANTOLOKING – The Mantoloking Police Department is currently accepting applications for SLEO I officers for the summer 2022 season. They are also accepting applications for experienced Certified SLEO II officers with the possibility of winter hours.

SLEO I starting pay is $14 an hour. SLEO II starting pay is $16.50 $18 an hour based on experience. Applications can be picked up in person or downloaded from their website at Mantoloking.org; click on Police Department then Careers.

Point Beach EMS Seeking New Members

POINT PLEASANT – The Point Pleasant Beach First Aid & Emergency Squad is in need of new members. No previous experience necessary. Moms, dads, retirees, students, all are welcome. Free education. CPR, EMT, learn to drive

an ambulance. Hate blood but still want to help? Donate your special skills (marketing, secretarial, computer, construction, mechanic, law, etc.) Ready to join? Call 732-899-0146 to talk to a current member, or visit pointbeachems.org.

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─Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – Mayor Ducey’s Student Advisory Committee joined the Brick Township PBA Local #230’s Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive. The students helped collect

hundreds of gifts and spent hours wrapping them. The gifts will be distributed to Brick families to help make their holidays brighter.

OCC To Require Vaccination Or Weekly Testing

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College will require students and staff to either be vaccinated against COVID-19 or be tested weekly to be on campus in spring. “For the health and safety of the college commu-

nity,” a notice on the school’s Facebook page said, all students, faculty, and staff will have the option to be tested weekly if they are not vaccinated. The tests will be done on campus free of charge, they said. The school will expand on the details regarding this change of policy in coming weeks.

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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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5 Reasons To Visit Us This Winter

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

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

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.

5 Strategies To Stop Sugar Cravings Now By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

I feel like in winter I go into hibernation mode and put on weight and just crawl into bed earlier than I should! Do you feel that way when it gets dark at 5pm? Do you want to eat whenever you watch the news or a scary movie? It happens to all of us, you’re not alone. If your cravings have increased due going overboard on holiday treats, or even from stress and the current early darkness of winter, then read on because I have some simple, natural solutions that you can try. And I want to emphasize that this is very important to your immune system. Curb the crave and star t today! Trying the following 5 things is the first, and only commitment you have to make today! You can always revise the plan, have a little donut, and then get back on track! 1. Drink something instead. Take notice of how many times you go to the fridge and open the door. The next time you do that, open the freezer instead and get the ice cubes. Put them in a glass of water, or iced tea and drink instead of eating! This also hydrates you and reduces your risk of headache! 2. Cinnamon. Cinnamon has wellknown ability to help your insulin and blood sugar levels, which in turn, reduces cravings. Sprinkle it on some green apple slices, sweet potatoes or coffee.

3. Minimize grains. This is a hard one but you can do it. If you eat a lot of bread, rolls or buns please reduce that. These are lacking in fiber and they provide empty calories that spike your blood sugar which then later crashes! I suddenly see in my mind’s eye a mouth-watering foot-long sub, but that is a heavy carb hit for me, so I prefer more meat and less bread. A change in ratios! So for me, I’d order a wrap, or make it an open-face sandwich and toss the top bun. Effective! 4. Gymnema sylvestre. This has been studied extensively and is able to help support regeneration of pancreatic cells that have the job of lowering your blood sugar. The more of those pancreatic islet cells the better, and unfor tunately, those get destroyed sometimes for people in an autoimmune type of fight. 5. Take a whiff of peppermint. Peppermint is known to reduce cravings and you could just drink some herbal peppermint tea with your meal (or right before) and see if that helps you to reduce portions. Also, you could sniff the essential oil. I have the same love of sugar as you. We would die without consuming some type of glucose, but that is different than carbs and sugar all day. I have a longer, extended version of this article which you can receive by subscribing to my free newsletter at suzycohen.com.

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─Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – Mayor Ducey and Councilwoman Heather deJong stopped by the Senior Services Holiday Event on December 15.

... ask Michelle Welcome to our Q & A Column. We will be here monthly to answer your dementia related questions. Send your questions to Questions@care-one.com. Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson is here to assist you in your journey. Q: How can I help my mom when she becomes confused and disoriented later in the day? It is very draining for me as a caregiver, and it is very distressing for mom as well. She cries, yells at me, and calls me all kinds of names and then does not remember doing it the next day. What can I do? Jeanne W. A: Dear Jeanne W., For lack of a better word, this condition has been labeled as “sundowning.” This usually happens when a person with dementia has a need that is not met, such as pain, hunger, or they may need to use the bathroom. It also happens later in the day, when the “sun goes down,” due to overstimulation and exhaustion from the days’ activities. They can no longer verbally express their needs, and they are now acting out their discomfort as behaviors. They may need to rest; they may need a quiet space or maybe even a cat nap. We need to remember that a distress behavior is communication; they are trying to tell us something. To avoid these outbursts later in the day, try to provide plenty of rest and quiet periods throughout the day. Make sure to anticipate their needs as communication is affected.

Michelle The staff of Harmony Village wishes you goodwill, peace, hope, cheer and harmony this joyous holiday season.

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Around The Jersey Shore Local PBA And More Prepare Free Meals For Residents

LA K EWOOD – On December 12, Lakewood Township PBA #71, Ocean County Prosecutors Office PBA #171, Soup Kitchen 411, Shore Catering of Brick Township and NFL Alumni joined

─Photo courtesy Lakewood Police together to provide free restaurant prepared meals to those in need! The event was held at the Lakewood Township Police Department located at 231 Third St., in Lakewood.

Ocean County Parks Announces New Trail App OCEA N COU NT Y – “Don’t hi ke alone...take your phone!” Introducing t he Tr ail Tr a cke r App t o help you pinpoint your location on the trails of Ocean County. Follow the link to download: bit.ly/OceanCountyTrailTracker. NOTE: This web app was created to

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CLASSIFIEDS Seeking Home Items Wanted SENIOR JERSEY GENT SEEKS NEW HOME - Semi-retired (fully vaccinated) desires lodging in private home. Food fringees too! Call Charlie (732-216-3176. Email: cr@exit109.com. (6)

Personals Established, generous, handsome, SWM in Ocean County seeks one young girlfriend that needs ongoing assistance with college and expenses. To begin correspondence, email note and photo to: hvacrs@yahoo.com. (2)

Auto For Sale Vespa 2006 Silver - 600 miles. Excellent condition. 50cc. One owner. $2,500. 732-673-7072. (2)

Items For Sale PASTELES - PASTELES - PASTELES - Authentic Puerto Rican Recipe. Christmas tradition. $40 Dozen Pork or Chicken. Vacuum sealed. Call or text (Cary) 908-770-8537. (3) Zinger Power Chair - Three years old. Fits in truck. Call 973-9087021. Asking $1,500, RJ. (1) Avon For The Holdays - Make u p , e y e l i n e r a n d e y e s h a d o w, perfume etc. Call for brochure at 732-773-5078. (1)

Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (47) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (17) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)

Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums, Rock, Jazz, Reggae, Blues. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (5) Ca$h Paid For Old 45 RPM Records - Old R&B, doo wop, soul, blues, early rock and roll, and rockabilly preferred. Call or text between 8am and 8pm 909-938-4623. (51)

Help Wanted Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) HIRING NOW!! The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms. No teaching experience necessary. On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. Call 732-363-5530 or email dtomsriver2nj3@goddardschools.com to schedule an interview today! (t/n) IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS We are hiring Certified Home Health Aides − CHHA. Licensed Practical Nurse − LPN. Registered Nurses − RN. Direct Support Professional − DSP Fill application on-line at Sabahomehealthcare.com or call us at 732-797-0700. Please send resume to ssalu@sabahhc.com. (t/n) Senior Living Community Cook/Dishwashers/Maintenance Technician/Restaurant Servers/Bus Drivers/Lifeguard (Indoor Pool). 1700 Rt. 37 West ∙ Toms River, NJ 08755. Call or email for details 732-341-4825 info@Silverwoodsliving.com. (t/n) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) File Clerk - Law Office. P-T Mon-Fri. Flexible. Email@ walzerlawfirm.com. (3) NEEDED Female Live-in Aid/ Companion - (24/7). No experience needed. For a 58-year-old disabled veteran. Very light duty in exchange for private bedroom and bath, all utilities, cable, phone and food are included, plus a small weekly salary. Some perks for long term, must have drivers license. At my COVID safe home in Holiday City, Toms River. Please call 201-306-6839. (52) AID/COMPANION NEEDED Part time, approximately 2 days and 2 nights a month for a flat rate and possible additional days. No experience necessary, very light duty for a 58 year old veteran, meals are includes and private bed and bath, must have drivers license and Covid vaccination, in my Covid safe house located in Toms River Holiday City South. Please call 201-306-6839. (3) The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms. No teaching experience necessary. On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. Call 732-363-5530 or email dtomsriver2nj3@goddardschools. com to schedule an interview today!

Help Wanted Micromedia Publications, Inc. is hiring full-time outside sales representatives to sell print & digital advertising packages to area businesses. Sales experience is a plus, but not a requirement. Qualified candidates must be creative, energetic, willing to work hard under deadline pressure and have the ability to canvass, cold call, prospect and close a deal. Salary, bonus, benefits are offered. To apply, email cover letter and resume to VP Jason Allentoff, jallentoff@jerseyshoreonline.com.

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Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) ENJOY 100% guaranteed, delivered-to-the-door Omaha Steaks! Get 8 FREE Filet Mignon Burgers! Order The Delightful Gift this holiday season- ONLY $99.99. Call 1-888-678-0501 and mention code 65658LPJ or visit www. omahasteaks.com/https://www. omahasteaks.com/thegift1084. (t/n)

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Mental Health Association Offering Online Support Group

OCEAN COUNTY – A new, online support and discussion group for women in the workplace is being offered by a nonprofit organization, The Mental Healt h Associat ion i n New Jer sey, which has an affiliate office in Ocean County. The focus is on women who have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual intimidation or abuse on the job. The group, called Life in Waves, is

meeting online twice a month via the Zoom App. The meeting is founded and facilitated by women who have experienced these challenges. A mental health professional with lived experience as a survivor of trauma is an advisor to the facilitators. “Our area of South Jersey employs many women in occupations frequently associated with a higher risk for these experiences. Think about all the

wait resses, hou sekee per s, ma ssage therapists, lifeguards, nurses and the many women working in the service industry,” said Bern Trendler, a wellness program manager. “This group provides a safe space to provide support and have an open discussion about topics like gender roles and power balances.” Trendler said women who have faced these situations can experience negative health outcomes, including sleep

d isorde r s, de pression , a n x iet y a nd Post-Tr au mat ic St ress Disorder, or PTSD. Through the group, members share resources and strategies to improve their mental health. Life in Waves meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. To receive a link for this meeting, call The Mental Health Association at 609-652-3800 or email lifeinwaves@ mhanj.org.

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Around The Jersey Shore OCC Recognized Again By Excellence Program

TOMS R I V ER – Ocean Cou nt y College is honored t hat t he Aspen Institute College Excellence Program has recognized OCC – for the second time – as one of the nation’s top 150 com mu n it y colleges. T he accola de grants eligibility to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the country’s signature recognition of high achievement and perfor mance among community colleges. Only 15 percent of community colleges across the United States are invited each year to apply for this prize, which focuses singularly on student success, and bases its selections on community colleges’ outstanding achievements in four areas: student learning, certificate and degree completion, employment and earnings, and high levels of access and success for students of color as well as low-income students. “Community colleges play a vital role in developing talent and enabling social mobility across the country,” said Josh Wyner, executive director of the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program. “We’re pleased ... to play a role in honoring outstanding community colleges

and sharing what works to ensure great outcomes for students — through graduation and beyond.” Although the past year-and-a-half has been challenging, OCC has continued to foster academic, economic, and cultural excellence; engage in national and international university and corporate partnerships; and cultivate a technologically progressive and entrepreneurial spirit. We are proud of how our faculty and staff united during the pandemic to ensure the well-being of, and educational continuity for, our students. Through times of uncertainty, the complexities of remote learning, and the transition back to in-person classes, our entire college community had remained committed and cooperative. We are very proud, further, to receive these accolades from the Aspen Institute in recognition of our achievements in promoting exemplary learning experiences and advancing community college education internationally. Here at OCC, we remain dedicated to our vision — to be the boldest, most innovative, and most entrepreneurial student-centered college in the nation.

Al-Anon Meetings Available Locally

OCEAN COUNTY – Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups may be able to help you. Call their 24-hour hotline for local meeting locations at 888-944-5678.

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Around The Jersey Shore Volunteers Needed To Help At Blood Drives

NEW JERSEY – Volunteers needed! New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No medical background necessary. Volunteers should be outgoing to provide friendly customer service, be able to perform tasks as needed and

must provide proof of COVID Vaccination prior to volunteering. Must have transportation. All training is provided including additional precautions for the safety of our team and blood donors. For additional information call or text Sharon Zetts, Manager, NJBS Volunteer Services at 732850-8906, Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To apply on line as a blood drive volunteer, go to: nybc.org/support-us/volunteer-nybc/volunteer-application.

The Business Brew, A Networking Breakfast Event

Sorry no walk-ins. Sponsorship Opportunities Available! To pay with a credit card: Venmo use @brickchamber code 0728 or PayPal use staff@brickchamber.com. Register by visiting BrickChamber.com and click and the Events tab.

Car Seat Safety Check

LAKEWOOD – Car Seat Safety Check is the first Tuesday of every month from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Fire Station 733 Cedarbridge

Ave. This is a free event. For more details visit lakewoodpolicenj.com/car-seat-safety-check/?fbclid.

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Fun & Games

Sudoku

C rossword P uzzle

Across 1 Swedish pop group with the hit “Chiquitita” 5 Top dog 10 Trojan War hero 14 Stroller, in Sheffield 15 Give up, informally 16 Serenity “before the storm” 17 Foamy tubful for unwinding 19 Excessive publicity 20 Needlelike engraving tools 21 Mae __, first Black woman in space 23 Airer of Tyler Perry’s “The Oval” 24 Harmonic 25 “Last Week Tonight” network 27 Lumber on a diamond

33 Deli sandwich, initially 34 Nobelist Wiesel 35 Use the exit 36 On the __: quarreling 38 Inn offering a morning meal, briefly ... or a hint to six puzzle answers 41 Whole heap 42 Turns to soup, as ice cream 44 Mystical vibe 46 Jest 47 Bryan Cranston crime drama 50 Investigative journalist Nellie 51 “Check it out for yourself!” 52 Bird in Liberty Mutual ads 54 Ali of “Love Story” 57 Artist’s board 61 Loafing around 62 Fish-and-chips coating

64 Old Russian ruler 65 Hosp. trauma pro 66 Caramel-filled candy 67 Shift and Tab 68 Praises highly 69 Small bills Down 1 Police dept. alerts 2 Very dry, as Champagne 3 Infant’s source of nourishment 4 Easygoing pace 5 Help a robber, say 6 Experiment sites 7 Links org. 8 Assassin’s assignment 9 Greek goddess of wisdom 10 Trojan War hero 11 Blue birds 12 Purina rival 13 Marvel-ous heroes? 18 Do not disturb 22 Retail complex 24 Like many first-time

workers 25 Cold War threat 26 Clearer, as a sky 28 Priest’s robe 29 One-named “Chandelier” singer 30 Icon with a left-facing arrow 31 Be of use to 32 Bear in a kid’s bed 37 Walks drunkenly 39 Name, as a knight 40 Bikini top 43 Toffee candy bar 45 Journalist __ Rogers St. Johns 48 Author Allende 49 Period “ushered in” 53 Paris subway 54 Rocking Jagger 55 Axlike tool 56 Potter’s material 57 Jab 58 Elementary lesson 59 Marketing prefix 60 Greek matchmaker 63 Tulane URL ending

Solutions

Sudoku

Crossword puzzle

Jumble:

SINGE FLANK BLOTCH FLAUNT - FULL OF BEANS

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jan 1 - jan 7

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be courageous in the face of challenging situations. Your companions may be impressed by your ingenuity if you take the lead in the week ahead. Enjoy games or sports that honor the rules of fair play. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may flirt with risky activities as this week unfolds, but it’s a better bet to delight loved ones with your desire for harmless fun. Doing things or going places that allow you to be more active may be at the top of your to-do list. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Treasure warm and cozy moments with friends or family in the week ahead. The holiday mood should enrich your working environment and physical activities. A business outing could spread good cheer and enrich your spirits. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may have a blind spot where a friend is concerned. Someone might prove to be more practical and ambitious than you imagined. In the week ahead, you and a loved one might share the same goals and dreams. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take pride in doing a good job in the week ahead -- anything worth doing is worth doing well. If you prepare for upcoming celebrations in the week ahead, your powers of concentration are probably honed to a sharp point. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Remain sympathetic if you sense someone’s confusion and play the part of explainer-in-chief. Add finishing touches to key projects as the week unfolds. Plan to wrap up loose ends and start the new year right. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Even small

sacrifices can be worthwhile if they build up your financial security. Confusing or complex situations could cause some disharmony in the week ahead. Remember that experience is the best teacher. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Some creative ideas may escape your grasp because you may be more interested in taking immediate action. This may be a good week to make major financial decisions or to finalize agreements before the new year begins. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Accepting changes is a way to widen your horizons. The latest information or technology may make your life easier. You can be wiser than usual as the week progresses especially when dealing with family affairs. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Meditate on ways to develop a positive cash flow as the end of the year looms on the horizon. The images in your mind might turn into reality when an opportunity arrives. Unexpected invitations may arrive. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Some thought can show you how you can honor end-of-the-year traditions while simultaneously introducing exciting new elements. In the week ahead, a tense situation can become a springboard to positive actions. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make the spreading of good cheer a top priority in the upcoming week. Your sympathy and kindness will likely be respected and appreciated. Avoid interactions with negative people to help increase harmony in your life.

MAKE THIS WALK-AWAY BONELESS PRIME RIB YOUR HOLIDAY CENTERPIECE By America’s Test Kitchen

A beaut i f ul pri me rib r oast i s usually a special-occasion centerpiece, one that’s surrounded by equally special side dishes. All that makes for a busy day in the kitchen, and when you add in the worr y of an overcooked roast, it can be over whelming. We’re here to calm your ner ves. Our method allows you to do the prep work, start the roast, and then leav e it alone and, more impor tant , not w or r y about it ov ercook ing while y ou attend to the rest of the meal. The key? Some simple -- and w e mean simple! -- math. The method involves starting the roast in a hot oven for a predetermined amount of time based on its weight, and then shutting off the oven and letting the roast cl i mb sl ow l y t o m e di u m -ra r e over the course of the next two hours in the oven’s residual heat. With a little elementar y math, this method works for any size roast. And since it’s seared in the oven rather than on the stovetop, the process is far less messy. We tinkered with this equation and ended up w ith three minu t e s of “ on” t i m e p e r p ou n d for a boneless roast. So, for a 3 1/2-pound roast this walk-away method requires 11 minutes at 500 degrees before turning off the oven completely and leaving it alone for two hours. After a 20-minute rest out of the oven, the roast yielded perfectly juicy, medium-rare slices. What’s more, I had tw o hands-free, worr y-free hours to prepare side dishes to go with it. Happy holidays, indeed.

prime rib roast 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Prepared horseradish 1. Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and heat the oven to 500 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and set a wire rack in the sheet; spray the rack with vegetable oil spray. Combine salt and pepper in bowl. 2. Using a scale, weigh the prime rib. Round the weight up to nearest 1/2 pound. Multiply the rounded weight by three, then round that number up to the nearest whole number. Record that number ; t hi s w il l be y our ov en-on roasting time. 3. Pat the prime rib dr y with paper tow els. Br ush all ov er w ith mustard. Sprinkle salt and pepper mixture evenly on all sides. Transfer to the prepared wire rack, fat side up. 4 . Transf er t h e sh eet w i t h t h e prime rib to the oven and roast for the time recorded in Step 2. Without opening the oven door, turn off the oven and leave roast in the oven, undisturbed, for two hours. Do not open the oven during this time. 5 . R em ov e t h e sh eet f r om t h e oven and let the prime rib rest on rack for 20 minutes. Transfer the prime rib to a carving board. Slice 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Ser ve with horseradish.

R eci pe not es You can substitute other complementar y spices for the pepper, if desired. I t ’s good to use an ov en t herm o m e t e r t o e n s u r e t h at y o u r oven truly reaches 500 degrees before starting. It is critical that you not open the EASIER PRIME RIB oven door at all while the roast is Ser ves 6 to 8 cooking. If you do, the heat will escape f r om t he ov en and t he 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt calculated cooking time will be 1 1/2 tablespoons pepper 1 (3- to 3 1/2-pound) boneless ineffective. (For 25 years, confident cooks in the know have relied on America’s Test Kitchen for rigorously tested recipes developed by professional test cooks and vetted by 60,000 at-home recipe testers. See more online at www.americastestkitchen. com/TCA.) (c) 2022 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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