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The former Surf Club will be demolished and become township land. By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Development, open space, and taxes are issues every year in town. Looking back, we will take this time to point out the biggest stories that could only happen in 2021. W hile there were some great, new things that happened, like the
opening of the skate park, there were defin it ely s ome r ou g h spots. Superintendent Politics David Healy retired from the superintendent position, with the end of 2020 as his last days. He originally came to the district in
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2014. Thomas Gialanella was chosen as interim superintendent by the Board of Education. Previously, he had been the superintendent for Jackson and served as an interim for Brick. He also served as interim superintendent the last time Toms River had a superintendent search.
Then, retired Jackson Superintendent Stephen Genco filled in as the interim Superintendent of Toms River Schools. Two options for a permanent superintendent have become known – current assistant superintendent James Ricotta and James Altobello, (Best - See Page 7)
Downtown Offices Now Named ‘Al Dietrich Building’ By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – It was said that former Super i ntendent Albert Dietrich accomplished a lot for the district without ever wa nt i ng accolades; and maybe it was his selflessness that made people want to honor him.
Dietrich served as superintendent from 1979 until 1991, and 10 of those years were in a building downtown. The “Albert Dietrich Building” is the new name for the site at Partnership Health Center at 54 Washington Street. Currently, the business offices
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and led the Toms River School District as superintendent until he retired,” said interim Superintendent Stephen Genco before describing how Dietrich fully embodied Theodore Roosevelt’s famous “Man in the Arena” quote. “When speaking to
people about Mr. Dietrich, they described him as a true leader who led by example. Not someone with a huge ego but as somebody who truly cared about the people he served,” said Genco. “Although I didn’t m e e t h i m ,” s a i d
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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 their families, and 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’.” (Wreath - See Page 4)
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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – There were several stories of small town boys and girls making good in 2021, and several of them made it to the world stage. Todd Frazier, the former Toms River East American Little League and Toms River High School South standout earned a silver medal as a third baseman on Team USA in the Tokyo Olympics. “Playing for your country, it’s the coolest thing in the world,” Frazier said. “I did my job at 12 (in the LLWS), dominated at 12 and now I’m 35 and it’s putting America on our backs once again. I pinch myself every day.” Still a Toms River resident, Frazier had also played for other teams such as the New York (Alums - See Page 20)
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Continued From Page 1 “That is why we do what we do every year - which is to remember our fallen vets and those of the United States military 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, two groups of Boy Scouts and members of the Central Regional ROTC, members of Toms River High School North are also 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, 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 Ar-
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Continued From Page 1 Genco, “I only have to know the type of person that he was from his daughter to know he was a special person. I have known [district Supervisor of Health] Deb [Schwartz] for a long time and she has always exemplified leadership in a personal and classful way.” “It is prophetic that 54 Washington Street is now dedicated in his name, as this place is still taking care of teachers - really, all of us - through the Partnership,” Schwartz said. “I know my father is smiling today.” A plaque reads: “Under Al’s leadership, the district received many awards for its outstanding achievements in the state of New Jersey. One of the awards Al was most proud of was the development of an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program. He received honors from President Reagan for this program.” This was just one of the programs he founded, in addition to the Alternate School-State Model, Peer Program-National and State Model, Missing and Exploited Children’s Program, and lntergenerational Program. Dietrich was hired as an English teacher on the intermediate level in 1963. He wrote the first teachers’ contract,
The Toms River Times, January 1, 2022, Page 5 served as chief negotiator, and became president of the Toms River Education Association. Growing up in Newark, he enlisted in the Air Force where he won the American Spirit of Honor Medal for outstanding leadership. It is given to only one out of 40,000 basic trainees. “The American Spirit Award recognizes an individual who best exemplifies the outstanding qualities of the American spirit, including teamwork, optimism, courage, and sacrifice, and who inspires the exploration and expression of these values through their own life and work,” said Toms River School Board President Joseph Nardini, a friend of Dietrich’s for nearly 40 years. “Well, that kind of sums up the person that Al was.” Former Board of Education member Christopher Raimann started a petition to name the building which garnered hundreds of signatures. The building is operated by the district but owned by the town. Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill, after joking about how persistent Raimann was about ensuring the building was named in honor of the school district and community ambassador, said that such relentlessness on Dietrich’s behalf was warranted, and that the honor was well deserved. Hill then presented Dietrich’s children with a certificate.
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Continued From Page 1 director of secondary instruction for the Hamilton School District. There have been accusations that three of the board members are being influenced politically in their choices. Specifically, Kevin Kidney, Ashley Palmiere and Lisa Contessa are accused of being pushed by Toms River Councilman Daniel Rodrick to vote for Altobello. These three board members want Altobello and the other six want Ricotta. The problem is that two of those six have to abstain. It’s 3-4. Therefore, there was no way to reach a majority vote of five. Joseph Nardini and Kathleen Eagan have to abstain because they have conflicts of interest, which usually denotes a family member working for the district. Rodrick has said publicly that he did not influence the board members. A Nasty Election A tumultuous election season resulted in long-time Councilwoman Maria Maruca losing a primary election to challenger Justin Lamb. Lamb and Rodrick won in November, under the banner Make New Jersey Great Again. James J. Quinlisk and David J. Ciccozzi, from the Regular Republican Organization of Ocean County, also won. They unseated Democrat Terrance Turnbach. The other Democrat on council, Laurie Huryk, decided not to run for re-election. Surf Club Purchase The long-awaited purchase of Joey Harrison’s Surf Club became a reality. The Ortley Beach nightclub was destroyed by Superstorm Sandy and has remained closed ever since. Locals have urged the township to purchase it and turn it into a recreational area. One plan would have a boardwalk and gazebo there. Between the existing parking lot, and more that would be added, there could be 100 spots. The property, located at 1900 Ocean Avenue in Ortley Beach, is one of the few ocean-front tracts of land on the market. A developer had been circling it in the past. Former Mayor Kelaher Remembered Former Mayor Thomas Kelaher passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy of community service. He served as mayor from 2008 to 2020, but his career spanned law enforcement, military, journalism and more. In addition to all his roles in the community, Kelaher was a devoted family man. “He was just an outstanding individual. A first class guy and a good friend. He was not the least bit taken with himself,” said good friend Joseph Buckalew, former head of the county’s Republicans. “He’s going to be sorely missed.” While Kelaher attributed his success as mayor to having good employees, Buckalew said he was being modest. Kelaher was someone who took responsibilities seriously and was always up to the task. “Anyone who knew Tom knew he was very outgoing, gregarious. He had a tremendous sense of humor and he always had a plethora
of funny stories and anecdotes,” he said. He had still been involved in his legal practice. He had been appointed as Ocean County Prosecutor for five years, his term ending in 2007. He had been a Marine, a newspaper photographer, started a law practice, and was appointed a deputy Attorney General of New Jersey by Governor Richard J. Hughes. That’s not to mention the amount of time he gave to community organizations. VA Clinic The Department of Veterans Affairs issued an award to a Toms River plan to build a new “Community Based Outpatient Clinic” off of Hooper Avenue. The current facility, the James J. Howard clinic on Route 70 in Brick, has long been considered too small for the amount of people who use it. Parking and traffic also make it difficult to access. The new location would be between the Seacourt Pavilion Shopping Center and the Esplanade Office Park on Hooper Avenue, behind the currently vacant Capital One bank. This is called the Hooper-Caudina Redevelopment Area. Caudina is the road that comes out from Seacourt and meets a traffic light across from the big Presbyterian church. Other plans for that property will include apartments and retail. The township has also been trying to get the post office moved from downtown Toms River to this location. “This is a big win for the veterans of Ocean County and surrounding counties because they will no longer need to find transportation to East Orange for many of their needs,” Mayor Maurice Hill said. “In addition, the Ocean County’s new Social Services Building will be constructed right next to the new VA clinic site and will include the Ocean County Veterans Service Bureau, which provides ‘one stop shop’ convenience for many of the needs of the men and women who heroically served our nation. It is the least we can do for them. I’d like to thank Congressman Kim and his staff, as well the County Commissioners, County Administrator and County Engineer and their staff for their help and coordination over the past year.” COVID, Of Course No discussion of the year is complete without the defining story of 2021. Although the virus made landfall in 2020, on an international level, the coronavirus dominated the 24-hour news cycle to the point of exhaustion. The vaccines became widely available in 2021. Although ‘breakthrough’ cases of COVID-19 do happen among the vaccinated, they are generally of a weaker intensity. Statistics showed that unvaccinated were six times more likely to have to go to a hospital. As the medical community learned more about the virus, state regulations reflected that. Many people expressed frustration that the guidance and the Executive Orders seemed to change almost weekly. A very vocal minority of residents urged school officials to fight back against Tren-
The Toms River Times, January 1, 2022, Page 7 ton, but school officials have said that they prison. Gilmore had been in the process of face punishment from the state if they don’t appealing his conviction on the tax evasion and fraud charges. follow the rules. According to The White House press While some events, like the Ocean County Fair were still cancelled, other events like release, he has made important civic conthe fireworks over the Toms River and the tributions over his career in New Jersey. Gilmore’s law firm did work for a number Halloween parade came back. of towns, which dissolved their contracts with him after his arrest. He also had to step Marijuana Law As state voters approved a referendum in down from being chairman of the county 2020 to legalize cannabis industries, each Republicans. Frank Holman took his place, town had to decide whether to allow them but Gilmore is reportedly still very influenor not. Most decided against it. Only South tial in local politics. Toms River and Lakehurst approved them. Toms River put together a commission that Sandy Loans Forgiven It’s been nine years but municipalities that met many times to discuss it but eventually the Township Council banned cannabis still owed the federal government money after Superstorm Sandy had their loans industries. forgiven. This amounts to more than $25 million Commissioner Little Retires County Commissioner Gerry Little, 72, in New Jersey alone. In Ocean County, of Surf City, announced he would not seek there were $12 million outstanding in these re-election. He had been appointed in 2003 Community Disaster Loans. The bill forgiving these amounts was to fill the term of the late James Mancini. championed by Congressman Frank PalHe has held the seat ever since. The title of “commissioner” was once lone, Jr. (D-6th), Congressman Andy Kim called “freeholder.” They oversee all county (D-3rd), and Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman operations. Upon his announcement, many (D-12th). It was signed into law as part of prominent Republicans stepped up to fill the government operations bill by President his shoes. Ultimately, Little Egg Harbor Joe Biden. Some towns have already started repaying Mayor Barbara Jo Crea was selected by the local GOP, and she won the seat in the these loans but there was still a lot left over. The only way towns would have been able November election. to pay it back would be to raise taxes. Commissioner Vicari Eyes Trenton County Commissioner Joseph Vicari threw Protection From COVID Lawsuits There was a great sigh of relief when his hat in the ring for the GOP nod for governor early in the year before eventually senior communities opened their public buildings and allowed residents to use their withdrawing his name. He urged that whoever does get the nod amenities like pools and meeting rooms. should faithfully serve Ocean County res- However, the protection from lawsuits idents and not just look to them as a pack against these communities was not to last forever. of votes. State law was changed to indemnify those This was not the first time Vicari had considered a run for this office. At least one who run these buildings. They are called other time he had put out feelers to gauge “common areas” and include more than his candidacy going back at least 15 years. just senior communities. However, in this area it is almost entirely seniors who are being impacted. GOP Boss Pardoned The law granted protection from any lawPresident Donald Trump granted clemency to 143 people on his last day in office, in- suits against the community and members cluding former Ocean County Republican of its boards. Before this protection was granted, a visitor could theoretically sue Chairman George Gilmore. Gilmore, of Toms River, was convicted the Board of Directors and the directors inof not paying federal income tax for his dividually if they thought they contracted employees and lying on a loan application. coronavirus in the clubhouse, for example. He was sentenced to one year and one day in That protection ran out on January 1, 2022.
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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 Edu-
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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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Jessica Abbott Wins USAFT Junior Olympic XC Title
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─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Intermediate North’s Jessica Abbott, last seen winning the Ocean County cross country title, recently won her third consecutive USATF Junior Olympic Cross Country National Championship, which was held at Boubon Park in Paris, Kentucky, in the 13/14-year-old age group division. Jessica previously won in 2019 and 2020 in the 11- and 12-year-old age group division. Wet weather, heavy mud, and wind gusts of up to 40 mph couldn’t stop her from winning the 4000-meter event with a time of 15:41.9, 18 seconds better than the second-place finisher. Jessica’s win marks the first time an athlete has won the national title three consecutive years. Congrat ulations, Jessica!
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Dance Academy Gets Improv Instruction From Drew Dollaz
TOMS RIVER – The Dance Academy at High School North, which is preparing for its modern dance artist residency in early 2022, is wasting no time learning innovative dance routines from professional artists. The team has been traveling to Ocean County College to meet with and receive instruction from Drew Dollaz, a Brooklyn-based street dancer specializing in rhythmic contortions. According to his website, Dollaz’ signature work blends flexing with other genres of movement, including ballet, to create a transcendent hybrid of movement artistry. He has worked
─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools with the likes of Madonna and Rihanna, and been featured on “America’s Got Talent.” Dance Academy students meet at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at OCC, where they converse with and receive first-hand instruction from Dollaz. The crew is primarily working on improvisational dancing. “This has been an amazing experience for our students,” said Dance Academy teacher Mindy O’Connor. “To receive instruction from a self-taught professional artist like Drew is something they’ll never forget, and which will only help them get better and more well rounded.”
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─Photo courtesy Toms River Police Public Safety Cadet Unit TOMS RIVER – On December 13, the cadets held their year-end awards ceremony. In 2021, the cadets performed over 324 hours of community service to the Township of Toms River! Several cadets received tenure awards and promotions. They’d like to recognize the Chief’s award recipient Sgt. Casalino and
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Holiday City Men’s Club St. Patrick’s Day Dinner And Dance
TOMS RIVER – The Holiday City South Men’s Club will be holding their Saint Patrick’s Day Dinner and Dance at the Clubhouse at 139 Santiago Drive on March 19. They will be having a full dinner menu and dancing by DJ Bill. The cost is $30 per person and the event runs from 6 to 10 p.m. Water, soda and beer will be served at the party. Menu includes: corned beef & cabbage; boiled red potatoes; steamed carrots; stuffed green beans with olive oil & garlic; mashed
garlic potatoes; Irish soda bread with honey butter; Irish soda potato soup; corned beef egg rolls; open Reuben sandwich; stuffed cabbage; creamy coleslaw; red bliss potato salad; dessert – bailey’s Irish cream cupcakes. BYOB. If you are interested you can purchase tickets at the Holiday City Clubhouse on Friday mornings between 9:30 to 11 a.m. If you have any questions, feel free to call Bill Holencsak, President at 732-570-7213 or email him at bsak1429@aol.com.
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─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Just like last year, the students in the Early Learning Center at 1144 Hooper helped write and decorate cards that were sent to troops currently
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Around The Jersey Shore Officer Promoted To Sergeant
ISLAND HEIGHTS – On December 14, Officer Stephen Caruso was promoted from Patrolman to Sergeant. Sergeant Caruso will now be assigned to supervise the evening shift. Sergeant Caruso joined the Island Heights Police Department in 2016 when he was hired as a part time Special Law Enforcement Officer. He later became a full time Police Officer in 2017 and was assigned to the Patrol division. Over the last four years, Sergeant Caruso has been
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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 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.
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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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Mental Health Association Offering Online Support Group
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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
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Yankees and the New York Mets. Frazier is no stranger to international play. He starred on the East American team which won the 1998 Little League World Series. He helped the Collegiate National Team win the gold medal in the 2006 FISU World University championship. In 2010, he helped the United States qualify for the 2011 Pan American Games. Speaking of Little League, Toms River East made it to the World Series again. Frazier’s nephew, Carson, is on the team. They unfortunately lost to Abilene, Texas, in an elimination game. Foreign teams were banned from the tournament because of COVID-19. “As they were leaving Williamsport, I told them to hold their heads up high,” East manager Paul Mika, the league’s president, said. “We finished as the No. 1 team in New Jersey and in the top 10 in the country. I am proud of what we accomplished…There’s big things in store for all of them in the future. They are extremely athletic and have tons of talent. Don’t sleep on these Toms River boys.” Rohini Kosoglu became the Domestic Policy Advisor to Vice President Kamala Harris. Born and raised in Toms River, she attended Cedar Grove Elementary School, Intermediate East and High School East. After Toms River, she attended the University of Michigan and George Washington University. She joined Harris’ team when the vice president was a senator, eventually becoming her chief of staff. She has negotiated several bipartisan bills into law and served as a senior health care advisor during the drafting and passage of the Affordable Care Act. “It’s a deep sense of responsibility, bringing voices of people who are not in the room,” she told The Toms River Times. “We strive to elevate that voice.” She was the first
South Asian American woman to serve as Chief of Staff in the United States Senate. This was when she worked for Harris in California. Toms River – and the Jersey shore in general – is going through tough times. Not just the pandemic, but the opioid epidemic as well. “So many local businesses and people are hurting. Our government has to work for these people,” she said. On a larger scale, the country is facing numerous crises: “economic, COVID, climate change, and a reckoning on race” to name a few. The federal government must hold itself to the highest standards to address these issues. And finally, a former student of High School North was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her journalistic efforts. “Maria Ressa uses freedom of expression to expose abuse of power, use of violence and growing authoritarianism in her native country, the Philippines,” the Nobel Prize Committee said in its announcement. “In 2012, she co-founded Rappler, a digital media company for investigative journalism, which she still heads. As a journalist and the Rappler’s CEO, Ressa has shown herself to be a fearless defender of freedom of expression. Rappler has focused critical attention on the Duterte regime’s controversial, murderous anti-drug campaign. The number of deaths is so high that the campaign resembles a war waged against the country’s own population. Ms. Ressa and Rappler have also documented how social media is being used to spread fake news, harass opponents and manipulate public discourse.” Born in Manila, she moved to Toms River early in life. She graduated cum laude from Princeton University in 1986, with a degree in English and certificates in theater and dance. The district named the theater at North after her this year.
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Photo Of The Week
A great shot of the dock in Ocean Gate. (Photo by Michelle Brooks)
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
assist park visitors. It is currently in a beta test and may not completely, accurately depict information. To better improve this app and user experience, let Ocean County Parks & Recreation know your feedback here: OCParks@ co.ocean.nj.us.
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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
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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.
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