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─Photos courtesy Gene Donatiello (Top) The mallard on the bottom right is Gant’s art. (Bottom) Percy and Melina Gant.
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By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Little is k now n or recorded about one-time Brick
resident and World War I veteran Percy Gant (1894 -1963) who lived on Drum Point Road in what was then called
the Osbornville section of Brick. By all accounts, he supported himself and his family while working off the land as a commercial fisherman, clammer, fur trapper and hunter of snapping turtles, which he sold
in Philadelphia for fifty cents a pound. He also worked for Birdsall Brothers Builder as a carpenter, and worked as a cranberry farmer, when he owned and operated a five-acre cranberry bog in the (Stamp - See Page 4)
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By Bob Vosseller O C E A N C OU N TY – A new year, a n e w c o m m i s sio n e r and some new commit tee assig n ments were all part of the a n nu al reorga n i zation meeting of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners but not everything went
smoothly. With Commissioner Gerry P. Little retiring f rom the board last year, a vacancy opened up and Barbara Jo Crea won election in November to replace h i m on the all-Republican board. She was sworn in by longtime friend and
colleague 9 th District Assemblyman Brian Rumpf. Her term will expire in 2024. Commissioner Gary Quinn was also sworn in for his second term on the board. He was surrounded by family members as for mer 16 th District Assemblyman Jack M. Ciat-
tarelli administered t he oat h of of f ic e. Quinn served as director of the Board of Commissioners last yea r. Q u i n n’s ter m also ends at the end of 2024. Ciat tarelli lost a very close race for governor in November to incumbent Governor Phil Mur-
phy. He gained more vot e s t h a n ex p e c ted in Ocean County and other areas of the state. T he new di rector of commissioners is Jack P. Kelly who was unable to attend the session due to illness. His cur rent ter m of (County - See Page 5)
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Student Mental Health Impacted By Pandemic
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - State and national trends are showing that student mental health issues are on the rise since the public health crisis has affected their social and emotional well-being. “Discipline has increased steadily due to lack of consistent, in-person socialization as a result of the pandemic,” said superintendent Dr. Thomas Farrell during a recent Board of Education meeting. “Many issues that have traditionally been in earlier years have now migrated up to later years.” That’s true, said Director of Planning, Research and Evaluation Susan McNamara in a recent phone interview. If a child was in sixth grade in March 2020, most of their seventh grade year was in a hybrid format before coming back to school full-time for eighth grade, so they missed the socialization piece for a whole year, she said. (During the 2020-2021 school year, during the hybrid mode, half the students came in one day and half the students came in the next day). “That’s also true of a fifth-grader or a fourth-grader - they all had a year where their educational journey was dysfunctional, to some extent,” she said. “We tried to keep a hybrid model going here, where they were coming in two days a week, in person - we felt that contact with their teachers was really, really important.” Students did not return to a full classroom again until September of 2021. “That’s a big difference for kids - just acclimating themselves back to a regular school day, acclimating themselves back to the regular rigor of a classroom and the socialization with the different personalities in the classroom,” McNamara said. “It would be expected, all of us, coming out of the pandemic - we had shifted our work schedules, and then were shifted back into full-time,” she said. “I think everybody had an adjustment period, including our kids, and with that comes the need to re-establish routines, re-establish norms for functioning in a (Mental - See Page 4)
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Continued From Page 1 Osbornville area. Gant was a decoy carver who carved black duck, wood duck, mergansers, mallard, gulls, bluebill, coot, cider and dippers, and was known for heart-shaped wing patterns. One of his decoys, the mallard - one of several species found throughout New Jersey - which he carved in 1900, was depicted by the U.S. Postal Service in their four-decoy stamp set in 1984. A 1985 article in the Asbury Park Press said the commemorative postage stamp was part of a block of four multicolor stamps in a folk art series of stamps.
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Continued From Page 1 school with larger numbers of students, and it’s why the focus for the district has been on social, emotional and academic learning,” McNamara said. “It’s not just all about the academics. That’s what Dr. Farrell was referring to.” There has been an adjustment period for students of all ages who were home for a period of time and were brought back to a str uct ured classroom, she said. “‘How I behaved at home may not be how I should be behaving in school,’” McNamara said. “‘I can’t just get up
“Early decoy carvers made the models for their own use in luring ducks near their blinds on the shores of Barnegat and Manahawkin bays, but most present-day decoys are sold for decorative use,” the article says. In a profile written about Gant by George Cooke of Toms River in 1985, Gant’s favorite part of nature was birds. “As well as carving working decoys and miniatures in ducks, brant and geese…he painted robins on his trash cans, flying geese on his work shed, and a flying scaup on his cranberry scoop.” His decoys were made of either cedar or balsa wood bodies with cedar heads. The bodies were solid with either a heart shaped or two half- mooned raised wing areas, Cooke wrote. “Some also have grooves around the wing
speculum [a bright patch of plumage] and body colors to guide hunters when repainting their hunting rigs,” Cooke wrote. Gant also crafted miniature sneak boxes (a type of duck-hunting boat) complete with hunter and decoys, three sizes of miniature flying pheasants, shorebirds and parakeets, Cooke wrote. Gant was a stockholder in 1957 of the National Cranberry Association, Massachusetts, he added. In his later years, Gant spent his winters in Florida. Brick Township historian Gene Donatiello wrote that Gant was the son of William E. and Eleanor Halmuth and was born in the village of Osbornville. In 1915 he married Melina Maxon, and two
years later he went off to fight in World War I. Upon his return he purchased the home at 241 Drum Point Road, which still stands today in an altered form. A mallard decoy of Gant’s is in the Shelbourne Museum, Vermont collection.
and use the bathroom anytime I want. I can’t just go and get a drink of water. I can’t use my cell phone and say what I want to say.’ So it’s that re-adjustment to the socialization of how you behave in a school system, and the kids are getting there.” T he d ist r ict h a s t o fo cu s on t he challenges that st udents are facing, Dr. Farrell said, and McNamara said that after this year, the administration expects that students would be fully back on track. The next Board of Education meeting will be held at the Professional Development Center on Monday, January 24 at 7 p.m.
─Screenshot by Judy Smestad-Nunn Stephanie Wohlrab is sworn in as Board President by School BA James Edwards.
According to Cooke’s article, Gant suffered from emphysema, and said he knew he was dying because “it felt like his eyes were set back in his head like that of a duck before it dies.” He is survived by great-great grandchildren and “his folk art decoy legacy,” Cooke wrote. Information for this story was provided by the Ocean County Historical Society and Brick Township Historian Gene Donatiello.
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Continued From Page 1 office will expire at the end of the year. Assuming the role of deputy director of the board is Virginia E. Haines whose term in office also ends this year. As always, the first meeting of the year is a veritable who’s who of GOP officials in Ocean County and beyond. Present during the session was Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy, 4th District Congressman Christopher Smith, 30 th District Senator Robert W. Singer, Jackson Mayor Michael Reina, Manchester Mayor Robert Hudak, Manchester Councilwoman Michele Zolezi and former Ocean County Republican party boss George Gilmore. They and other elected officials observed the meeting. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer was also acknowledged during the meeting. Also noted were Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella and Frank B. Holman, III, chairman of the Board of Canvassers and current county leader of the Republicans. Reverend James Occhipinti, who serves as chaplain for the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, provided the invocation and at the session’s close, the benediction. Occhipinti has been a part of the reorganization meeting for many years providing those ser vices. The day’s session began with a presentation of colors by the Ocean County Sheriff’s
The Brick Times, January 15, 2022, Page 5 Office Color Guard. Crea thanked her family for their support and attending the day’s meeting. She thanked Rumpf saying, “we’ve been friends for a long time. You administered my first oath of office many years ago and you are here with me again today. I genuinely appreciate that.” She acknowledged former Commissioner Little on the work “he has done for Ocean County over the years. I am also grateful to people of Ocean County for giving me the opportunity to serve them.” She pledged to be “very active and a hands-on commissioner for the residents of Ocean County.” Quinn acknowledged Occhipinti for his many years at the reorganization meetings. He also thanked his wife of 43 years, Linda, and the rest of his family for their support. He also noted the work of the Ocean County Health Department and its leadership by Health Coordinator/ Health Officer Daniel P. Regenye. “I’m very happy to have all the support I had on the county level along with Bobbi Jo, to be able to come back and serve the residents for another three years. Last year was a challenging year and we had to deal with a lot of things that we have never had to deal with in the past,” Quinn added. Haines also noted the COVID-19 services of the OCHD and spoke about several land preservation projects that began in 2021 and would continue into the new year including a new park in Manchester Township off Ridgeway
Boulevard. It will serve as both a passive and recreational park and is the county’s 28th park. Argument Over Liaisons Amid the pleasantries there was one point of contention with a resolution assigning which commissioner would serve as liaison to departments this year. Commissioner Joseph Vicari called for it to be tabled for further discussion. He noted his background in education and his long time serving as liaison on the Ocean County Vocational-Technical Schools, Employee Relations Department and the Surrogate’s Officer. He wanted to know why he was taken off as liaison. With Kelly absent, Haines chaired the meeting. “This was distributed last week to all the commissioners. Everyone has had a chance to look at it. Jack has seen it. Although we don’t all agree 100% on the appointments being switched around I myself am not in favor of tabling it,” Quinn said. Vicari said, “there was no discussion of it. There was no interaction. There are several things I would like to discuss. I need more information. I don’t feel comfortable. I will support all other items but I want to discuss those three at another meeting.” “What I’m saying is let’s talk about each one individually and if I lose, I lose but I think the people should know the reason.” He noted he served as liaison to the Ocean County Vocational Schools,
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F eatured L etter Teachers And Safty Protocol Must Be Respected All students and educators have a right to attend schools that are safe and conducive to learning and achievement, yet schools are experiencing increasingly frequent incidents that are having a devastating, negative impact on students and staff. One issue is parents that undermine a school system’s efforts to keep their child safe and secure. Instead of following the science regarding COVID safety protocol, some parents and radio personalities actually encourage children to disregard and refuse to adhere to the rules meant to keep them safe. With active shooter drills, and the ongoing pandemic, we are living in an unprecedented time. However, one thing is certain; educators always step up during times of stress and uncertainty and make their students’ education, safety, and health their number one priority. Parents should do the same and support the efforts of their child’s teacher. Remember, teachers truly are the backbone of society and need parental support. They are role models to children, offer guidance and dedication and give us the power of education. Because of teachers, we are able to further develop socially and
economically. Next time you or your community achieve something great, take a moment to think of, and be grateful for the teachers who made it possible. Today’s teachers are dedicated and help their students succeed academically, even when that requires extra time to alter a lesson, one-on-one time, or staying after hours to make sure they understand a concept. Teachers make students feel special by giving them love, attention, and acceptance. Although scores fluctuate year to year, overall, the public schools’ scores remain among the top in the world. The United States stays on top, as number one, in the Education Ranking in The 2020 Best Countries Report, a ranking and analysis project by ‘U.S. News & World Report,” and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Let us always remember teacher Christa McAuliffe’s ideology, who lost her life when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded. Her lessons from space did not occur, but her philosophy and famous quote should be remembered: “I touch the future, I teach.” Byran Mills, Jackson
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Letters To The Editor Local Holocaust Survivor Found Support In Community Of Faith Fou r-year-old Rober t Wagemann lay on the exam table, his leg exposed to show the deformity he had from birth. His mother, anxiously waiting in the Ger man hospital where they had been summoned, overheard the doctors’ plan to fatally overdose him after they returned from lunch. This would not be their first murder. With Robert unable to run, his mother confronted the nurse on guard, whisking him away to hide in the reeds of a nearby river until it was safe to escape. The Nazis secretly targeted Robert and other people with mental or physical disabilities for “euthanasia,” killing an estimated 250,000, including some 10,000 children, from 1939 to 1945. The Nazis believed that anyone with disabilities was not only a financial burden but also a threat to hereditary “purity” of their racial community. Robert’s mother gave birth to him shortly after being released from Nazi imprisonment in 1937 for her faith as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Unable to secure proper medical attention, Robert was born with a shattered hip that made his legs uneven and his foot misshapen. “He was luckier than many other patients with a physical disability at the time,” said Edna Friedberg, a historian at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., in an episode of its Facebook Live series in honor of disability awareness in October. Robert went on to have a fulfilling technical career and a happy family life with his wife Renate and three sons, emigrating to Garfield, New Jersey, in 1963. Although living with
a disability brought some challenges, Robert maintained a positive attitude and sense of adventure. His faith was what helped Robert cope, said Renate, now living in W hiting. “Knowing God’s promises for the future made all the difference in the world in how he accepted his disability and lived a full life” until his death in 2017. Robert served his family of faith as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in a responsible role in congregations in northern and central New Jersey for some 40 years, especially treasuring opportunities to help older and disabled ones feel as valued as he did. “The most important characteristic of the Christian congregation is love, not efficiency,” noted the Witnesses’ flagship publication, “The Watchtower,” in explaining the Bible’s viewpoint of those with physical and mental limitations. That perspective has helped others with disabilities in the Witnesses’ community of faith feel valued as well. Whether spiritual comfort or practical assistance in car r ying heav y groceries that her cerebral palsy makes difficult, Elizabeth Madole said she has experienced love from her congregation in Tucson, Arizona, and genuine interest in her as an individual. “They focus on what a person can do, not what they cannot do.” For Jaden Smith, 17, being included in his congregation’s spiritual and recreational activities in ways that don’t trigger the sensory issues he has from autism “makes me feel confident, loved, and important,” he said. His family also pointed to the help they’ve received from information on the Witnesses’ official website, jw.org, when facing treatment decisions and keeping their home peaceful and united. “These articles are also an expression of love, and they let us know that we have a place in this big, beautiful spiritual
family,” said Jaden’s mother, Keren Smith, of Corpus Christi, Texas. While people with physical and mental limitations no longer face the Nazi threat, Robert concluded a 1993 interview with the Holocaust museum saying that it is important not to forget experiences like his in Germany. “As long as we do not get together, tolerate each other, and become like brothers and sisters on this Earth, we need to be reminded of what is going on in this world,” he said. Public Information For Jehovah’s Witnesses
Freedom To Be Healthy I’m old enough to remember when you could smoke in restaurants. When you left the restaurants, even if you were in the non-smoking area, you still reeked of smoke. So how is this any different with masks and vaccinations and COVID-19? When you say you don’t want your kids to wear masks in school, or you don’t want to wear it in a restaurant, you’re only concerned about your own freedom. You don’t care about my freedom to be healthy and my kids’ freedom to be healthy. Should my rights be violated by your rights? Should my child’s rights be violated by your child’s rights? Heather J. Canbril Island Heights
On Letters To The Editor From time to time, newsp ap e r s a r e c on f r ont e d by the “censorship” or “ t h o u g h t p o l i c e ,” f o r publishing letters to the editor they deem inappropriate for public consumption. How favore d we a re
that living among us, are some people who have been anointed to tell the editor and his staff what is appropr iat e opi n ion and thought and what is not – freethought is not dangerous, suppression and censorship is. A while back, I recall reading where a g roup of parents demanded that “Huckleber r y Fin n” be removed from the school’s library because of its perceived obscenities. When the group was asked by a school board member their opinion of a book that cont ained mu rder, gratuitous violence, incest, lust, adultery, sanctioned slavery, polygamy, cannibalism, bestiality, misogyny, drunkenness, and human sacrifice, they replied: “They would not censor such a book, they would burn it!” “Apparently,” one school board member responded back , “ you have never read the Bible!” When it comes to freedom of speech, a nd t hou g ht , it i s wel l we remember the words of the late journalist, H.L. Mencken: “I know of no human right that is more valu able as t he si mple right to say what seems (at t he mome nt) t o b e the truth. Take away that right, and none other is worth a hoot; nor indeed can any other long exist.” There will always be those who possess limited intellectual resources or who are cog nitively c h a l l e n g e d , b u t i f we have free speech and a free press, I think there is no danger of the government or the superstitious self-righteous expropriating our constitutional rights. “But this is slavery, not to speak one’s thought.” ~ Euripides Borden Applegate Jackson
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Congressman Kim Looks Back At Year Of Helping Veterans, Seniors WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) looked back on a busy year, from delivering a new $60 million veterans health clinic in Ocean County to returning over $12 million dollars to our neighbors. “Throughout Burlington and Ocean Counties, 2021 was full of hardship, but together, this community showed our resilience and our ability to support one another. I’ve heard from people across both counties during my town halls, from small business owners, veterans, servicemembers, and families when I drop my kids off at school – this year has been hard. But we have endured. We’re recovering. We’re getting back to school, getting back to work, and getting back to regular life together,” he said. “Every day I meet people who inspire me to serve. The teachers in our district who have been teaching both in-person and remote classes, the small business owners who have been managing the COVID pandemic while doing everything they can to keep paying workers, and veteran groups that are working
every day to serve their community have shown me that our community is strong. Through it all I found and saw hope. I saw how we can be a community that serves one another and looks out for everyone’s best interests,” he said. Throughout the year, Kim: • Responded to 121,228 letters from constituents • Closed 2,662 cases • Returned $12,340,053 to constituents (from IRS, Social Security, etc.) • Returned almost $5 million to small businesses • Had 4 bills signed into law • Had 13 bills pass the House • Co-sponsored bills, 76% of which are bipartisan • Held 16 town halls Helping Veterans In August, after years of back and forth, Congressman Kim delivered a new $60 million veterans health clinic which will be coming to Toms River. He was joined by
Ocean County Library Presents January Photo Exhibit TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library is pleased to announce that it will host Ocean County, an exhibit by photographer Debbie Gentile, during January. The collection, which will be displayed in the Toms River Library’s 2nd Floor Gallery, consists of local Ocean County photography. Debbie Gentile has a passion for photojournalism. Her work has been seen at
the Island Heights Artists Guild, Toms River Times Newspaper and Ocean County College. Debbie continues to hone her skills with ongoing studies in the photography field. Ocean County is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library at 732-349-6200 ext. 5100, or visit their website at theoceancountylibrary.org/events.
the Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough to announce the victory in August. In July, Congressman Kim secured $500 million for veteran suicide prevention and outreach programs in the appropriations bill passed by the House. The Congressman led the bipartisan push; 113 members of Congress joined his effort. “This funding for veterans, our servicemembers and their children, and individuals struggling with addiction will make a real impact in Burlington and Ocean Counties,” he said. Congressman Kim serves on the House Armed Services Committee and works every day to make sure our Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL) remains central to supporting America’s national security interests and our region. In support of the Joint Base and the thriving economy around the base, Congressman Kim worked to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that secured vital investments in the base and our economy. Congressman Kim secured $25.866 million for the Aegis Ashore system defense system, which supports hundreds of high-paying engineering and manufacturing jobs at the Lockheed Martin facility in Moorestown, and honored the sacrifices our service members and their families make through a 2.7 percent pay raise. We are thrilled that the Air Force sees JBMDL as the place for the KC-46 Pegasus mission on the East Coast. Not only is this important refueling mission central to our national security, it also allows our com-
munity to be a strategic point of operation. We have the capabilities now to support American servicemembers, personnel, and our allies across the globe. Together with JBMDL’s existing missions, it is clear that the future of our Joint Base is strong. Helping Seniors “Many seniors in our community live on a fixed income. Given that, we all think it’s time that we make our healthcare system work for everyone – including seniors and Americans on Medicare,” he said. Congressman Kim’s Capping Drug Costs for Seniors Act would limit prescription drug costs for seniors by, for the first time ever, capping out-of-pocket expenses at $2,000 per year for seniors on Medicare. We’re proud it passed the House and are fighting for its inclusion in the Build Back Better Act currently being negotiated in the Senate. In the same bill, Congressman Kim voted to finally allow Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices on behalf of millions of seniors, make sure Americans with diabetes don’t pay more than $35 per month for their insulin, and expand Medicare to include hearing benefits. “No senior should be forced to decide between paying for their prescription drugs or paying for rent or food. We owe it to them to provide the peace of mind that comes with health care they can afford, and this bill would ensure that the cost for their life saving prescription drugs never spirals out of control,” he said.
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─Photo courtesy Brick Police EMS BRICK – Each month Brick Police EMS will randomly select by drawing numbers, an EMT from the staff to share a little bit of their background and shed some positive light on their contribution to the Brick Community. For the month of January, EMT Ryan Trapp #53106 was drawn. Trapp joined the unit as a Part Time EMT in January of 2016 and was promoted to Full Time in February
2019. Trapp has been an EMT since 2010 and volunteer firefighter and EMT with multiple agencies. Trapp is heavily involved in the division, as a Special Operations Squad Leader, plays a role in the Technical Rescue Team, Water Rescue and most recently Tactical EMS unit and NJEMSTF. In 2022, Trapp will also be assigned as a Field Training Officer as well. Job well done EMT Ryan Trapp. Keep up the excellent work!
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Brick Little League Wins BackTo-Back State Championships
BRICK – Another year, another successful season for Brick Little League as the Jersey Boys in Blue won yet another New Jersey Little League State Championship bringing home the 2022 NJ Little League Intermediate 50/70 St ate Cha mpion sh ip! Wi n n i ng t h is Pennant was a remarkable follow up to their Little League State Championship in 2020 as 12-year-olds. This same core group of players and coaches led by Manager George Cavanaugh over the past four years have accomplished four NJ District 18 Championships, three NJ Section three Championships and now two NJ State Championships. There is a shiny new sign that was unveiled at the complex to show off! “What this team has accomplished as a group each year is quite remarkable. Their work ethic, grit and determination has always second to none and will be remembered by all involved in Little League as champions for years to come,” said George Cavanaugh who himself is now a three Time NJ Little League State Champion winning once as a 12-year-old player and now twice as a coach. In addition to the Intermediate 50/70 NJ State Championship, 2021 was filled with highlights including winning the Juniors League NJ District 18 Championship, 9-Year-Old Tournament Runner Up, and 7-Year-Old Tournament Runner Up. The League also introduced new Snack Stand Menu Items, held the 1st
Annual Volunteer Appreciation Day and 9/11 20th Anniversary Commemoration Event, recognized D18 Volunteer of the Year Joey SanFillippo, installed new safety netting for Senior Field, implemented a new social media content strategy, successfully mitigated COVID cases during pandemic and most importantly had fun! As Brick Little League turns the corner to a New Year in 2022 the future remains bright for the community-oriented youth baseball program where the League is planning yet another fun and competitive year. Opening Day Ceremonies are planned for April 9, the 2nd Annual Volunteer Appreciation is set for April 30, and the 1st Annual Brick Little League Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws is on the calendar for June 18 and lots more. Player registration for the League is open online on the league website, bricklittleleague.com, for children ages 4 to 16 years old who reside in Brick Township. In-person registration is set for February 5 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. where parents can register their players in person at the Clubhouse and also donate canned food items and clothing for those in need via Seeds of Service, a Brick Township based organization that has grown over the years to help families in the community who are in need. If you have not got your kids involved in Brick Little League, what are you waiting for? Register today!
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National Wreaths Across America Day
-Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – On December 18, Mayor Ducey, Councilman Vince Minichino and Councilman Paul Mummolo participated in the National Wreaths Across America Day. More than 2,100 locations participated across the nation.
Brick Township Police EMS Now Hiring
BRICK – The Brick Township Police EMS is currently seeking motivated individuals to fill the role of part-time EMT. Starting salary is $25 per hour with annual increases up to $27.50 per hour. Applicants must be 18 years or older, a valid NJ EMT or Paramedic with a minimum of one year of working EMS experience. Follow the
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NEW JERSEY – Due to an increase in individuals seeking COVID-19 testing in Emergency Departments, the New Jersey Department of Health and the New Jersey Hospital Association are reminding the public that Emergency Departments are for emergencies only. “Seeking non-emergency care such as COVID-19 testing in an Emergency Department diverts critical staff time and resources from those with true emergencies,” said Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. “Our hospital Emergency Depar t ments are exper iencing ver y high volumes of individuals seeking COV I D -19 t e st i ng. We u nde r st a nd that people want to be safe and follow our recommendations to get tested for COVID-19, but I want to remind the public that Emergency Departments are for those who need critical, life-saving care.” Individuals with mild symptoms who su sp e ct COV I D -19 shou ld v isit a n urgent care center, federally qualified health center or contact their primary care physician. “We need the public’s help to preserve Emergency Department resources for those experiencing emergency illnesses and injuries, including life-threatening conditions including heart attacks and strokes,” said New Jersey Hospital Association President and CEO Cathleen Bennett. “New Jersey experienced a
high number of deaths at home last year, including people who were facing critical medical issues who waited too long to seek emergency care amid the pandemic. We must not allow concerns about overcrowded Emergency Department to add to that toll of pandemic deaths.” “It is important to seek emergency care when you need it,” Commissioner Persichilli said. “Individuals experiencing symptoms like shortness of breath or chest pain – which can be symptoms of COVID-19 as well as other critical illnesses – should call 911 or seek care i n a n Eme rge ncy De pa r t me nt. But those seeking testing should find other locations.” The Department is encouraging the public to visit COVID19.nj.gov to find one of the over 1,000 testing locations throughout the state, including free pop-up and county sites, rather than go to an Emergency Department. A new federal COVID-19 surge testing site is to officially open on January 1 at the East Orange Division of Senior Services and will provide free nasal swab PCR testing for up to 1,000 individuals per day. The state also has par t nered with Vault Medical Services to offer free at-home testing and you can visit learn. vaulthealth.com/nj to order your free test.
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The human eye is a complex structure that consists of many parts, each with a distinctive job. The lens is a clear flexible disc that allows the eye to focus. When the lens is damaged or absent, blurred vision, difficulty focusing, and farsightedness can occur. This condition is called “aphakia.” Cataracts are the most common cause of aphakia, as they cause proteins to clump and build up on the eye’s lens and damaging it. Injuries can also cause the lens to become detached or damaged. In rare cases of aphakia, infants are born without lenses due to a genetic mutation. Artificial lenses can be inserted to correct the condition, but infants must wait until they are a year old. Aphakia is usually diagnosed with a standard ophthalmic exam. Your doctor may also examine your iris, cornea, and retina. Aphakia in both adults and children can be easily treated with surgery. Just be sure to follow up with regular eye exams to check for any complications. We offer a discount to uninsured patients who pay for their treatment at the time of service. Please SIGHTMD NEW JERSEY SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622 to schedule an appointment. We are trained and skilled in the latest treatments. Evening hours are available most nights of the week. P.S. Like any eye surgery, lens replacement surgery for aphakia will likely leave the patient more vulnerable to glaucoma and retinal detachment.
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Around The Jersey Shore Local Man Pleads Guilty To Terroristic Threats, Arson
By Chris Lundy POINT PLEASANT BEACH – Police said a local man pleaded guilty to trying to set a group home on fire and then, months later, calling in threats to a school district. Shaun Giberson, 40, of Point Pleasant Beach, pled guilty to Terroristic Threats and Arson. He faces five years in prison for each offense, but the terms would be served at the same time. On August 18, 2020, the Manchester Police came to a group home where a backpack had been set on fire. Giberson was a resident at that home. He was arrested and released
on a summons. On March 18, 2021, he left threatening voice mail messages at both the Point Pleasant Borough High School and the Nellie Bennett Elementary School. Investigators learned that he was responsible and he’s been in jail ever since. Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer commended Supervising Assistant Prosecutor Michael Abatemarco who is handling the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Point Pleasant Borough Police Department and Manchester Township Police Department, for their efforts.
Meet The Mayor - A Business Networking Event BRICK – Join the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce at their Networking After Hours Event “Meet The Mayor” with Mayor Ducey on January 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy some light fare and beverages. Mix and mingle with local business
professionals. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards! To pay with a credit card: Venmo use @ brickchamber code 0728 or PayPal use staff@brickchamber.com. Register by visiting BrickChamber.com and click on the Events tab.
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-
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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
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When your throat hurts it’s because it has been irritated which can happen for many reasons. Among the most common are post-nasal drip, chronic allergies, pollution, or cold/flu. The discomfort is usually mild and self-limited, however sometimes a sore throat gets so bad that you need more than a Popsicle®! My focus today is just to relieve the symptom of a non-serious sore throat. See your doctor if yours is accompanied by other symptoms because it is an early symptom of Omicron. Here are 5 incredibly fast-acting ways to soothe your sore throat: 1. Salt Water Gargle Gargling with saltwater is a well-known remedy to help with throat pain. Saltwater helps by reducing inflammation and pain in the area. It can drive out some pathogens in the tissue simply by making your throat less hospitable to them! Here’s a recipe that’s even better than salt water. Recipe for Salt Water Gargle Recipe 8 oz cool water 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon sea salt (or Real® salt if you have) Combine about 5 drops of essential oils into the salt water using any of these: Eucalyptus, peppermint, thyme, On Guard® or Thieves® or even lemon. Stir together and gargle with this very 3 to 4 hours. 2. Lozenges The lozenge you choose is entirely up to you, but most of them contain menthol, benzocaine, dyclonine, honey, or
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Mild Noise This Month From Joint Base
By Alyssa Riccardi LAKEHURST – Seems like January will be a quiet month at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL) as they’ve just released their monthly “Noise Level Calendar.” Although many Ocean County residents are used to the noise coming from the base, JBMDL puts out a monthly schedule so residents know when to expect mild or severe noise.
The base labels each day on the calendar with three different levels of noise: slight noise, moderate noise and abundant noise. For the month of January, the majority of the days are labeled for slight noise or moderate noise. No abundant noise will take place this month. Noise levels are subject to change without notice due to training requirements and weather, JBMDL said.
SIS-IN-BLUE Officers Work With Culinary Students
LAKEWOOD – On December 21, the SIS-IN-BLUE Officers in collaboration with the high school Culinary Chef Conroy in a “Holiday Cooking Class,” prepared a few special recipes together with the youth girls from the middle school. This was a great way to interact with the youths in a positive hands-on project for
all to enjoy the delicious special holiday meal made from scratch with the supervision of Chef Conroy and the assistance of the Lakewood Police SIS-IN-BLUE Officers. Cooking alongside their peers while learning a few great recipes is the perfect ingredient to any dish.
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Around The Jersey Shore Beverages With Bolts And Washers Inside, Recalled In New Jersey
By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – When it comes to beverages, it’s OK for metal to be part of a can, but metallic objects were discovered inside some containers necessitating a recall in the state. Coca-Cola, Minute Maid and Sprite products are among those that are on the recall list. For those who stocked up on those for the holidays, or have just a few spare bottles of the soft drinks and other beverages on hand, check the labels to ensure they are not among those that were found to include metal bolts and washers. The beverages affected were distributed in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New York, North Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, Maine and New Jersey, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The products that were recalled include: Berry Punch: Date codes Jan0422 NP and Jan0522 NP, Batch 0010323455 and 0010259344 (recall F-0276-2022) Strawberry Lemonade: Date code: Jan0322 NP, Batch: 0010259346 (recall F-0277-
2022) Fruit Punch: Date Code: JAN0522 NP Batch: 0010323454 (recall F-0278-2022) The Coca-Cola and Sprite products affected included in a November recall are: Coca-Cola 12-ounce cans: Date Code: AUG 1522 WM B Coca-Cola 12-ounce cans: Date Code: AUG 1522 WM C Sprite 12-ounce cans: Date Code: AUG 1522 WM B All of the products recalled by the company have 2022 expiration dates. Customers may seek a refund at the place of purchase or simply throw them away. It was reported in USA Today that Coca-Cola spokesperson Ann L. Moore stated the FDA registered the recall as a Class II incident which means exposure to the contaminating product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems. A representative of the FDA noted the risk of an adverse reaction is remote in such recalls but that people who bought the products should be cautious.
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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
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jan 15 - jan 21
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): A search for excitement and glamour could lead you astray. You might think you are right when you are wrong in the beginning of the week, so wait until the last half of the week to make crucial decisions and changes. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you hope for a predictable outcome, do not begin a project until conditions are more predictable. People might not respond favorably to your questions today. You should be satisfied with results if you make key decisions mid-week. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You might be immersed in the mundane and propelled forward by the practical during the week ahead. Even when attracted to more enjoyable activities, you should not be sidetracked from following through on important obligations. CANCER (June 21-July 22): The winds of whimsy might blow you in a direction you wish to travel, but when the trip is done, you could be disappointed. In the week ahead, learn to adapt to changing circumstances and decide to be more realistic. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You might fool yourself or be fooled by others in the week to come. Your hopes and dreams might seem achievable, but you could overlook some key elements. Wait until mid-week to make major changes and move ahead. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Much of your success and progress during the upcoming week will depend on whether you focus on using your intelligence to your advantage. Remain willing to
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Vegetable oil spray 1 cup (6 ounces) chocolate chips 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces 1/2 cup (3 1/2 ounces) sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 3 large eggs 1/4 cup (2 ounces) water 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 1. Adjust oven rack to the middle position and heat oven to 275 degrees. Spray the inside bottoms and sides of six 4-ounce ramekins with vegetable oil spray. Place ramekins on a rimmed baking sheet. 2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and butter. Heat in the microwave at 50% power for 2 minutes. Stir mixture with a rubber spatula to combine. Return to the microwave and heat at 50% power until melted, about 2 minutes. 3. Use the rubber spatula to stir until well combined and shiny, about 30 seconds.
Let chocolate mixture cool for 5 minutes. 4. In a medium bowl, whisk sugar and cornstarch until combined. Add eggs, water, vanilla, and salt; whisk until combined. 5. Add sugar mixture to cooled chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth. Transfer batter to a large liquid measuring cup. Pour batter evenly into greased ramekins (ramekins will be about three-quarters of the way full). 6. Bake cakes until edges are set but centers still look wet, 20 to 24 minutes. Gently shake the baking sheet. If the centers of the cakes look very liquidy and jiggle a lot, bake the cakes for 1 to 2 more minutes. When the centers of the cakes jiggle slightly, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Place the baking sheet on a cooling rack and let cakes cool on baking sheet for 30 minutes. 7. Cover each ramekin with plastic wrap and use a fork to poke small holes in top of plastic. Refrigerate until cakes are cold and firm, at least 1 1/2 hours. (Cakes can be refrigerated for up to two days.) 8. Remove cakes from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Top with whipped cream or berries, or dust with confectioners’ sugar, if desired. Serve.
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