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–Photos courtesy Manchester Police Manchester Police Lt. Hemhauser, left joins Capt. Vincent Manco, Mayor Robert Hudak, Patrolman Lorenzo Jorge, Patrolman Connor Maliff, Chief Robert Dolan, Lt. Antonio Ellis and Lt. James Komsa.
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–Photos By Bob Vosseller A vacant building within the Whiting Commons shopping plaza previously housed a grocery store. That site would be ideal for a new store and many residents are seeking an alternative to some of the current box store grocery facilities that are available in Manchester Township. By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – For months now a number of residents, business leaders and public officials have been enticing new businesses to the Whiting section of the community. A new Chamber of Commerce formed late last year to also focus on existing businesses and to see what could
be done to bring in the kinds of businesses that residents have expressed more need for. Last year, resident Judy Noonan, a former Berkeley Tow nsh ip cou ncilwoman who serves on the recently formed township Economic Development Committee and is a member of the Manchester Coordinating
Council (MCC), came before the governing body urging that efforts be made to bring in more businesses, prefe r ably g ro ce r y chains like Aldi’s or Lydl to the Whiting section of Manchester. Noonan also noted the abundance of dollar stores in the community and the need for mor e p r ivat ely
Your Congress Member Could Change March 1
By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Every ten years, congressional maps are redrawn. They are currently undergoing this process. By March 1, you might be in a new district. The 435 seats in the United States House of Representatives are split up based on the state’s population. The 2020 census informed these totals. The commission who drew the maps was made up of equal numbers of Democrats and
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Emergency Services Director Robert Baran, left joins Captain Roger Brown, Mayor Robert Hudak, Fire Fighter Curiale, Fire Fighter Wright, Chief Robert Dolan, Captain Vincent Manco, Lt. James Komsa, and Lt. Antonio Ellis. By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – The Township now has two new police officers as well as two new firefighters. The Police Department welcomed Patrolmen (Swears - See Page 5)
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Republicans chaired by a tiebreaker. Republicans on the commission have put forward one map and Democrats another. The proposed maps can be seen here: apportionmentcommission.org/ProposedMaps.asp Each district will have about 773,000 people in it. The districts would be in place until March of 2032. This article just focuses on the Ocean and (Congress - See Page 4)
owned eateries. She said the MCC “is made up of representatives of all the communities within the township.” Noonan serves as the representative and a trustee for Crestwood Village VI. “We have over 20 associations represented and we’ve had the opportunity to learn
By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Member s of t he Township Council voted to award a contract for a redrilling project for Well 5 and the contract will also include improvements to the water utility in the western service area.
Responding to a resident’s question about where the well was drawing water from, Business Administrator Brandon Umba said, “I would need to look into that with the water and sewer department. This is a well that was built in the 1960s as part of the old Crestwood com-
munity system that we acquired. It has become silted in and has become faulty so the township is looking to use American Rescue Plan money to redrill the well.” Township Clerk Sabina Martin said that the township had no (Well - See Page 5)
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what the needs are for stores that need to be brought into Manchester,” Noonan said. “We sent out a survey and got 2,000 responses by residents.” Many of those responses called for vacant buildings such as the former site of a grocery store in Whiting Commons and a closed restaurant in Crestwood Shopping Center to be repurposed for new businesses. “People want an alternative to Stop & Shop. Even the ShopRite in the other end of town is to far for some of our seniors to go to,” Noonan said. She noted some business operators she has spoken to have indicated that they would be willing to tear down older buildings to put up new
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Continued From Page 1 Monmouth county towns. The Second, Third and Fourth Congressional Districts are in the coverage area of the newspapers under the Jersey Shore Online banner. It’s generally assumed that the 2nd District, which touches the southern end of Ocean County, will gather more ground. This district is currently held by Rep. Jeff Van Drew. He began his career as a Democrat, but switched parties and is now a staunch Trump supporter. His district has been leaning to the right a little more every year. A proposed map The General’s
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Lidl’s. We don’t really have any options. We have to leave the area with our money and go elsewhere,” Patricia Gregorio said. “With gas prices and everything it is hard for a lot of people. We’re like stuck.” Her husband wasn’t too excited about the only new business he’s seen come into the area lately. “A barbecue place is going to open next to the bar.” “That’s another thing, there is only one bar,” Patricia Gregorio interjected noting the need for more options. She was referring to the Spirits Liquor store that she said has a bar inside. One bright point that was celebrated last year was the planned opening of a Route 70 establishment that took over a closed business. When opened, The Barn will not only serve as a restaurant but will also
provide meals for those in need. “That was supposed to open this month,” Noonan said in January. “The highest meal was to be $12 and they would be doing meals for (needy) people on Wednesdays,” Noonan said but the business has not yet opened. The proposed business was highlighted in an edition of The Manchester Times last fall. Mayor Robert Hudak and Councilwoman Michele Zolezi had visited the establishment that was still undergoing some renovation work and praised the efforts of the operator, staff and a community organization as a business and humanitarian benefit to Manchester. “We’re looking to the future not for tomorrow,” Noonan said noting that she understands things take time.
would see him have more of southern Ocean County, which is very red. That would mean that he would be in a strong position to maintain his seat for the foreseeable future. The 3rd District is currently held by Rep. Andy Kim, a Democrat. Even though he won the last election, the 3rd District is known to lean Republican. Some proposed maps would have him lose some of Ocean County’s red for blue in other areas, therefore strengthening his position as well. The 4th District is currently held by Rep. Chris Smith, a Republican. He has been spending the last few months making
appearances locally and drumming up support. Ocean County’s GOP unanimously backed him. Currently, two out of New Jersey’s 14 districts are held by Republicans. That might change soon. Midterm elections take place two years after the presidential vote. Generally, the party opposite the president does better in the midterms. For example, Democrats came out in force after Trump won in 2016. In 2018, there was a “Blue Wave” that landed Kim in office. In 2022, Democrats are expecting to lose seats to a “Red Wave.” If Democrats have their map chosen, hat
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structures which would also be a benefit to the community. She said she is seeing a trend that is hurting the business community of Manchester with bus services that are bringing residents to shopping facilities outside of the township. When that happens, “the money leaves the town.” She told The Manchester Times that she would like to see more balance between business growth in the Whiting section and the Route 37 corridor. Crestwood VII residents Arthur and Patricia Gregorio were recently shopping at the Whiting Flower Shoppe. Patricia Gregorio said she and her husband have lived in the Crestwood Village area for four years and they see a need for new businesses that would serve the area. “Another grocery store like Aldi’s or
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Continued From Page 1 Raritan River wells at that time. “I don’t think (Crestwood) had any private wells from Raritan as well back then, those were all (Kirkwood-Cohansey aquifer) wells.” She added that the township was awarding a contract for a licensed water service operator that goes month to month. “We are currently looking into the hiring of an individual to be able to provide that service and that is why we are doing this month to month at this point in time.” Council Updates Councilman Sam Fusaro reported that he and other members of council joined
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Continued From Page 1 Lorenzo Jorge and Connor Maliff. Also sworn in for service were firefighters Danielle Curiale and Levar Wright. Each were sworn in by Mayor Robert Hudak in front of family, friends and police personnel. Patrolman Jorge grew up in Old Bridge where he was an honor roll student and graduated from Rutgers University in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. Jorge started his career in law enforce-
The Manchester Times, February 19, 2022, Page 5 Mayor Robert Hudak at a recent meeting of the Manchester Coordinating Council that had the mayor answering questions for 45 minutes “and everyone was excited about things going on in Manchester especially the tower going up in Village VI. The MCC made a donation for the Thanksgiving food fair and from their donation over 200 families received $75 pre-paid cards they could have a nice Thanksgiving with family and friends.” Fusaro added, “the MCC does a lot for Manchester and they really should be noted for all the work they do with our police, veterans and everything else.” Councilman James Vaccaro said he also attended the MCC meeting representing the Renaissance community. He noted that
the community is continuing to combat the COVID-19 virus and advised residents to take it seriously and to continue practicing good hygiene practices such as frequent hand washing, using hand sanitizer, updated protective mask practices and social distancing to help the various COVID variants effecting residents and employees. “I can not tell you what to do about vaccines or booster shots, those are your own personal choices,” Councilman Vaccaro added. Martin reported, “we are rejecting submissions for competitive contracts for the hiring of our COVID testing vendors. These are from out of state I believe and they were requiring co-pays by the town which we currently do not do with the company that
we currently have.” Councilwoman Michele Zolezi said she felt the township got off to a good start for the new year. Echoing Councilman Vaccaro she advised residents “to be cognizant to what is going on and make good decisions to your discretion” regarding the ongoing pandemic conditions. “Also be mindful and check on your neighbors, especially in our senior communities. If you haven’t seen someone in a while you may want to give them a call.” She noted that the volunteer fire departments had recently celebrated the induction of new officers and members. “We appreciate our volunteers who serve in all our emergency services and our new paid departments. We also work really well here with our police department.”
ment in Januar y 2021, when he was sponsored by the Seaside Park Police Department to attend the Ocean County Police Academy for Class II Special Law Enforcement Officers. He graduated the academy in May 2021 and began work as a SLEO II with the Seaside Park Police Department. Patrolman Maliff was born in Brick, where he attended Brick Memorial High School and was a participant in the wrestling program. He graduated East Stroudsburg University in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management.
The new officer began his law enforcement career when he was hired by the Sea Girt Police Department in January of 2020 and attended the Atlantic County Police Academy 22nd Class. With the completion of the academy, the patrolman was assigned as a SLEO II with the Sea Girt Police Department. “The high standards of our pre-employment testing can only be met by those individuals who are truly dedicated to excelling in the law enforcement profession,” said Police Chief Robert Dolan said. “Patrolman Maliff and Patrolman Jorge have
proven that they are immensely qualified to join the Manchester Township Police Department, and I’m confident that they will serve the residents of our community with honor and integrity.” Chief Dolan led the swearing in ceremony and explained that the intensive Manchester Township Police Department hiring process began in July of 2021, when approximately 80 candidates submitted their applications for employment. For the fi rst phase, applicants participated in the Physical Agility Examination held at the Manchester Township High School.
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Man Who Fled Fatal Car Accident Pleads Guilty
By Alyssa Riccardi WHITING – A Manchester man has pled guilty to fleeing the scene of a fatal motor vehicle accident and faces possibly six years in state prison, officials said. Kevin Noonan, 62, of Manchester, pled guilty to Knowingly Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident Resulting in Death as well as the motor vehicle offense of Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident Resulting in Injury or Death, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said. On April 13, 2021, he struck Jack Gotfried, 69, in front of his home on Yorktowne Parkway in Whiting. According to police, Noonan was at Gotfried’s home to pick up furniture that Gotfried was giving away. After loading the furniture into his vehicle, Noonan backed his vehicle up at a high rate of speed and hit Gotfried, pinning him between the rear of the vehicle and a truck parked in front of
Fugitive Arrested After Knocking On Doors In Senior Community
By Alyssa Riccardi MANCHESTER – A Pennsylvania man who fled the scene of a three-car car accident has now been arrested, police said. The crash happened around 6 p.m. on February 13 at the intersection of Route 70 and Colonial Drive. According to police, Roy Deronde Jr. of Kingston, PA, was speeding down State Highway 70 on the westbound shoulder when he ran the red light. He went into the intersection hitting a Jeep Cherokee and a Mercedes Benz. His car crashed into a utility pole and went up in flames. Both Deronde and the passenger, Fannie Kistner of Kingston, PA, fled the scene on foot. Kistner was later found and was transported to Community Medical Center for treatment. The driver and passenger of the Mercedes Benz, identified as Richard and Cathy Kulaszewski, from Toms River. The driver of the Jeep Cherokee was identified as Grace Poli of Manchester. Around 5:18 p.m. Sunday, the Manchester Police Department received a tip from Manchester EMS stating they saw a male fitting the description of the suspect, Roy Deronde. Manchester EMS reported that they witnessed a man near their headquarters cross Colonial Drive and jump the fence into Leisure Village West community. Police later received several calls from residents in that community reporting a man fitting the description who had been knocking on their doors and asking them to call a taxi. Police arrived on scene and determined (Fugitive - See Page 9)
the residence. Noonan then fled the scene, leaving Gotfried injured in the roadway. Later that day, Noonan was found walking in the area of Western Boulevard in Lacey Township and was apprehended by a detective from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. Noonan was processed at Manchester Township Police Headquarters and trans-
ported to the Ocean County Jail where he has been lodged since his arrest. At the time of his sentencing on April 1, the State will be seeking a term of six years New Jersey State Prison. Billhimer commended the efforts of Assistant Prosecutor Victoria Veni who is handling the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Of-
fice Vehicular Homicide Unit, Manchester Township Police Department Patrol Division, Manchester Township Police Department Detective Bureau, and Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, for their cooperative assistance in connection with this investigation leading to Noonan’s apprehension, guilty pleas and soon his state prison sentence.
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Congressman Smith Protests Olympics Over China’s Civil Rights Abuses
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following are excerpts of remarks made by Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th), Ranking Member of the Congressional - Executive Commission on China, during a protest of the Beijing Genocide Olympics at the Chinese embassy: “We are raising our voices in protest and prayer today outside the embassy of the People’s Republic of China. “There is irony in this, as it is we who are representing the people, and speaking for those in China who are voiceless. We stand with the oppressed people of China, and not the oppressor – the Chinese Communist Party. “Behind those walls, are representatives of one of the most repressive regimes on the face of the earth, that of Chinese Communist Party General Secretary Xi Jinping. “Today, they will hear the voices of the voiceless. “They will hear voices raised on behalf of Guo Feixiong, a courageous lawyer who has been imprisoned by the Chinese Communists and who was denied a humanitarian request to allow him to leave to visit his wife, Zhang Qing, to bid her final farewell as she was dying of cancer. “Voices are also raised on behalf of victims like Mihrigul Tursun, who at a 2018 congressional hearing I co-chaired, recounted
her ordeal of torture, sexual abuse and detention in one of China’s ‘mass internment camps’ in Xinjiang. “She broke down weeping telling us that she pleaded with God to end her life. Her Chinese jailers restrained her to a table, increased the electrical currents coursing through her body and mocked her belief in God. “She was tortured simply for being an ethnic Uyghur and a Muslim in China. “Today, our voices are also raised on behalf of those jailed in defense of freedom of speech in that once great enclave of liberty, Hong Kong, where now journalists and democracy advocates are imprisoned for exercising their fundamental civil and political rights. “But our voices are also raised in protest. “Next week, we will see the ideals of the Olympics tarnished, trashed and torn. “These are Xi Jinping’s Genocide Games, held in a nation that places its own people in concentration camps, forcing ethnic Uyghurs, Kazakhs and Kirghiz to labor in slavery. “Fortunately, Congress passed the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, of which I was the lead Republican sponsor. “Now, the burden of proof shifts to those importing goods made in China – from
sneakers to solar panels – to prove that they were not made by slave labor. “But we must call out those who profit directly from these Genocide Games. “We must call out sponsors like the Coca-Cola Company, which virtue signals when it comes to protesting common-sense laws designed to curb voter fraud in Georgia, but then turns a blind eye to the harvesting of organs of Uyghurs and Falun Gong practitioners. “We must call out NBC, which will broadcast the Genocide Games but refuses to say whether it will cover those athletes who raise their voices in protest to the vile human rights abuses of Xi Jinping and the Communist Party. “We must call out the IOC. The IOC has not stood with the oppressed – they have stood with the oppressor. “The IOC suspends countries when their athletes fail doping tests, but turns a blind eye to genocide. The IOC won’t even certify that the clothing worn by IOC personnel or sold at the Genocide Games aren’t made with slave labor. “And we must call out those members of corporate America, like billionaire co-owner of the Golden State Warriors Chamath Palihapitiya, who callously proclaimed ‘no one cares’ about the genocide against the
predominantly-Muslim Uyghurs. “Well, we care about the Uyghurs, and we also care about the Tibetans, and Christians, and Falun Gong practitioners who are treated with unspeakable cruelty and persecuted for their religious beliefs. “Finally, our voices are raised in prayer. “We pray first and foremost, for the oppressed, those who languish in prison and labor in concentration camp factories. “We pray for the young Uyghur woman, lying on a gurney in a hospital run by the People’s Liberation Army, alone and afraid, whose head has been shaved, her hair to be used for a hairpiece and whose organs are soon to be harvested while she is still alive. “We pray for her family, wondering what happened to their daughter, their sister. “And we pray that the evildoers repent. “We pray for a change of heart among those in positions of power in the Chinese government, that they renounce the wickedness of Communism, and come to realize the meaning of true brotherhood and sisterhood. “And we pray for Xi Jinping, who if he does not renounce his evil will one day need to account for every life that he ended, every torture he inflicted. “Thank you, God bless you, and keep fighting the good fight.”
Menendez: Regional Nuclear Fuel Bank Could Avoid Middle East Arms Race
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) introduced a Senate resolution in support of providing a new diplomatic approach to contain Iran’s nuclear ambitions and avoiding a destabilizing arms race in the Middle East. The bipartisan resolution calls for the United States government to adopt a pol-
icy that allows any Middle Eastern state access to nuclear fuel if they forgo uranium enrichment and reprocessing. Modeled on the existing nuclear fuel bank created by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the establishment of a regional fuel bank would allow the commercial development of nuclear power throughout the region while at the same time eliminating the need for dangerous and destabilizing
domestic nuclear programs. Furthermore, the bipartisan resolution makes clear that a commitment by Iran to end its enrichment program should be met with a United States commitment to provide sanctions relief beyond the measures contained in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). This should include the termination of certain “primary” sanctions, as appropriate. Other U.S. sanctions should remain in place until Iran verifiably ceases its other malign activity, including its support for terrorism, its human rights abuses, its hostage-taking, and its destabilizing activities in the region. “It has become increasingly clear over the past few weeks that Iran’s dangerous and rapidly escalating nuclear program have put it on the brink of having enough material for a nuclear weapon,” said Chairman Menendez. “A nuclear armed Iran would pose a threat to U.S. interests and set off a nuclear arms race in a region already fraught with conflict. This resolution demonstrates there is bipartisan support for a broader, regional diplomatic approach to address Iran’s nuclear program from a regional perspective putting forward norms which would allow Persian Gulf and other Mid-
dle Eastern states the ability to enjoy the benefits of nuclear power without fueling nuclear proliferation. As the authors of the sanctions regime that isolated Iran from the international financial markets and brought it to the negotiating table in the first place, we believe this new compromise can provide Iran appropriate sanctions relief while swinging the doors open to permanently solve this nuclear crisis once and for all.” “I strongly support a diplomatic resolution to the Iranian nuclear problem,” said Senator Graham. “Our proposal would allow Iran and other Middle Eastern nations to purchase Low Enriched Uranium (LEU) from a regional fuel bank or supply LEU from an existing fuel bank outside the Middle East. The goal of our proposal is to ensure these Middle Eastern states, including Iran, have access to fuel to power their commercial reactors. There is no reason to enrich uranium if your goal is to have peaceful nuclear power. I believe this proposal will be well-received by our allies in the region and should be welcomed by Iran if peaceful nuclear power is truly what they desire.” Specific provisions of the resolution include: (Government - See Page 9)
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Continued From Page 7 that Deronde was in the area between Huntington Drive, State Highway 37 West, Colonial Drive and Buckingham Drive. A perimeter was created using all available manpower, police said. Officers were able to track several sets of footprints in the snow while the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department K9 units were dispatched. The Toms River Police Department provided additional support units to assist with securing the perimeter as well. Police later discovered that Deronde received a ride from within the Leisure Village West Community and traveled to the area of Leisure Village East, in Lakewood. Officers arrested him at a home in
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• Support for the establishment of a new regional nuclear fuel bank for the Middle East, or a modification and expansion of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) existing nuclear fuel bank, in coordination with other international actors. • Call for a guarantee from the United States that any Middle East state that forgoes domestic uranium enrichment and reprocessing would be able to purchase fuel for their commercial nuclear reactors from the international nuclear fuel bank. • Encourage the Biden administration to negotiate bilateral and multilateral nuclear cooperation agreements with various Mid-
The Manchester Times, February 19, 2022, Page 9 that community without incident. Deronde was charged with Assault by Auto, Eluding, Leaving the Scene of a crash resulting in injury, Hindering Apprehension and Obstruction of Justice. Assisting at the scene were EMTs from the Manchester Township Division of Emergency Services, volunteer firefighters from Manchester Volunteer Fire Company and Ridgeway Volunteer Fire Company, New Jersey Central Power and Light, Ocean County Sheriff ’s Department, Lakehurst Police Department, the New Jersey State Police Aviation Unit. The investigation into the crash is still ongoing, but at this point the disregard of a traffic control device and a high rate of speed is the contributing cause of the accident.
dle Eastern states, that include the adoption of the IAEA Additional Protocols and a commitment by states to forgo domestic uranium enrichment and reprocessing of spent fuel. • Acknowledgement that the U.S. should provide sanctions relief beyond those agreed to in the JCPOA, if Iran agreed to forgo domestic uranium enrichment and reprocessing of spent fuel. This should include the termination of certain United States “primary” sanctions, as appropriate. • Reinforce that other U.S. sanctions should remain in place until Iran ceased its malign activities, including its support for terrorism, its human rights abuses, its hostage-taking, and its destabilizing activities in the region.
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WHITING – The Thyroid Support Group will be meeting on March 14 at 10 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539, Whiting. If you have a thyroid issue, or
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World Day Of Prayer
WHITING – World Day of Prayer is a worldwide event celebrated all over the world on March 4. Come join at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539, Whiting at 1 p.m. This year’s theme is: “I know the plans I have for you” based on Jeremiah 29:11 on the letter from the prophet Jeremiah to the survivors carried into exile from Jerusalem
to Babylon by King Nebuchadnezzar. The countries represented are England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. This is an ecumenical, all denominations event. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. There will be a free will offering. Call Stefanie at 732-350-2904 for information, and Greg at 732-350-2121 for directions.
Whiting Garden Club Upcoming Meeting
WHITING – The Whiting Garden Club will be meeting on March 2, at 10 a.m. The speaker will be Karen Walzer from the Barnegat Bay Partnership. She will speak about native plants and gardens. Join at St.
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–Photo by Bob Vosseller Fundraisers like a recent Soup-R-Bowl at the Jackson Moose Lodge help volunteer organizations run their programs. By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – The winter is far from over so if you need to warm up and have some fun, the Borough’s Historical Society has an event for you on February 26. That’s the day when the organization’s annual Soup R Bowl and Chili Challenge will return to the Lakehurst Community Center. The popular event was postponed late last month due to a snow storm and was canceled last year due to conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic. LHS member/Event Coordinator Kathy Abrahamsen said she’s excited about the return of the event and should anyone have questions, to call her at 908-8397388 or e-mail her at kathylynn88@ hotmail.com. The event will run from 3-6 p.m. The Lakehurst Community Center is located across from the museum in Old St. John’s Church on Center Street. Abrahamsen said COVID-19 protective masks must
be worn to enter the building. “Area clubs and organizations make soups and chili and compete for the trophies of People’s Choice. Some of the groups joining in the challenge this year are Lakehurst Vol. Fire Company, First Aid, Police, Fleet Reserve, Arista Care Cooking Club, Our Special Klub of Toms River, Manchester Special Education Parent Advisory Group and our own Historical Society,” Abrahamsen said. A $5 donation is requested. Children under 3 years old will be admitted free. A gift basket auction and 50/50 are part of the festivities. All proceeds benefit the Lakehurst Borough Historical Society Museum. Tickets are available at the museum, Colonial Bouquet flower shop on Union Avenue, and at the door. The doors open at 3 p.m. “Come out and spend a cold afternoon with friends and great warm food,” Abrahamsen said.
Virtual Early Stage Memory Cafés Available MANCHESTER – Registration is under way for Virtual Early Stage Memory Cafés @ The Ocean County Library, for sessions that will begin in March. The popular program, administered by the Alzheimer’s Association Greater New Jersey, is undergoing expansion throughout the library system, following its successful implementation in the Lacey Branch. The events are conducted through Zoom. Memory Cafés are monthly gatherings in which people experiencing memory loss, and their caregivers, connect in a relaxed, non-judgmental atmosphere. Participants enjoy conversation, music, art, games, activities, and more. The meetings are facilitated by trained volunteers and are open to anyone with early stage memory loss. Three branches
will host. • Manchester: March 3, fi rst Thursday of every month, 10 a.m. • Lacey: March 5, fi rst Saturday of every month, 10:30 a.m. • Toms River: March 7, fi rst Monday of every month, 6 p.m. To register, call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline, 1-800-272-3900. Registrants will receive links to the program by email. Volunteers are welcome to become facilitators. Training by the Alzheimer’s Association includes online learning, shadowing of similar groups, and mentoring. Prospective facilitators are required to undergo background checks. Learn more by emailing Program Coordinator Nicolette Vasco, navasco@alz.org.
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POINT PLEASANT – The Woman’s Club of Point Pleasant is looking for woman interested in a variety of charity projects & helping others. The club is a nonprofit organization and a member of the NJSFWC. They are an active club that works with many other charities seeking help, along with local schools, community shelters, local police and fi re houses and so much more. A few of their current ongoing projects are Cuddly Comfort, where they provide dolls to patients with Alzheimer’s disease, Operation Chill-Out (our fundraising donations provide cases of water, backpacks filled with a coat and other winter items to homeless vets), St. Gregory’s Pantry where
they provide monthly donations of food and personal items; Now collecting blankets, scarves, hats, gloves and other personal items for the homeless and families in need. They are always looking for woman who also like to help others and be involved in a very rewarding series of projects. You do not need to be from Point Pleasant, as they have members from Brick, Toms River and other nearby towns. Meetings are the third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. in the club house located at 513 St. Louis Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach. You can contact, cherylraley@yahoo.com for more information. If you are interested, come check out and join their next meeting on February 24 at 1 p.m.
The Lighthouse International Film Society Presents: FLEE
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Lighthouse International Film Society will be screening award winning fi lm FLEE at The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences on February 20 at 7 p.m. FLEE is poised to make Oscar history with three category nominations - documentary, animated and international feature. See it fi rst on LBI! Tickets are $12 at the door and $10 online. Free for LIFS members. Masks are Required at LBIF.
Tickets and LIFS Memberships are available online at lighthousefilmfestival.org. FLEE tells the story of Amin Nawabi as he grapples with a painful secret he has kept hidden for 20 years, one that threatens to derail the life he has built for himself and his soon to be husband. Recounted mostly through animation to director Jonas Pohrer Rasmussen, he tells for the fi rst time the story of his extraordinary journey as a child refugee from Afghanistan.
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AroUnD the JerSeY Shore Six Flags Now Hiring For The 2022 Season
By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – Six Flags Great Adventure, Wild Safari, and Hurricane Harbor are now accepting applications for the 2022 season. From March through January 1, 2023, 4,000 team members are needed to fill positions. There are more than 10 different departments for job opportunities with most jobs being available to those 16 years of age and older, with select positions open to 14- and 15-year-olds. Many positions start at $15 per hour. Six Flags offers f lexible scheduling, advancement opportunities, educational scholarships, exclusive events, free park admission and much more to team members. To apply, complete a job application at sixflagsjobs.com; or text the word FUN to 732-307-6688; or visit the Six Flags Employment Center in person from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Fast-Tracked Hiring & Training: • Candidates can interview the same day they apply • In-person and video interviews are available • Training can be completed in person or virtually online Available Positions: • Operations: Ride Operations, Park Services (Custodial), Public Safety (Security, EMTs, Loss Prevention) • In-Park Services: Food and Beverage Operations, Retail, Games
Manchester Day Returns
MANCHESTER – Manchester Day is back in 2022! The event will take place on June 25 (rain date June 26, fireworks rain date July 13) beginning at 2 p.m. at Harry Wright Lake, 1501 Lake Road in Whiting. Vendors needed for this event. If you are a local food or craft vendor and interested in the event, email: recreation@manchestertwp.com for details.
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By Alyssa Riccardi LAKEWOOD – An off-duty Ocean County Sheriff ’s Department officer died in a fatal crash near the Lakewood-Brick Township border, police said. Around 3:45 a.m. on February 14, a passing motorist called police to report the crash, Lakewood Captain Gregory Staffordsmith said. According to investigation, 41-year-old Officer Brian Stockhoff of Jackson was driving south on Shorrock Street when he hit a brick wall outside of the Leisure Village East community. The car came to a stop near Dumbarton Drive. Stockhoff succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on the scene by paramedics, Staffordsmith said.
Lakewood Officer Tymur Zavalnyuk responded to the scene as well as Brick Township Police, and the road was closed for more than five hours. At this time, the incident is still under investigation by the Lakewood Police Department Traffic Safety Unit and the Monmouth County Prosecutors Office. Staffordsmith thanked the Brick Township Police Depar t ment, La kewood Emergency Medical Services and the Hackensack Meridian Medic Unit for their assistance. “In addition, we would like to extend our sincere condolences to the Stockhoff family and his brothers and sisters at the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department,” Staffordsmith said.
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NEW EGYPT – The New Egypt Volunteer Fire Company, located at 59 Main Street New Egypt, will be hosting their “All You Can Eat” Fried Oyster and Chicken Salad Dinner on April 3.
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BEACHWOOD – Forever In Our Hearts, an organization to support those who have lost ones to suicide, is holding monthly meetings the 2nd Saturday of each month at St. Paul
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AroUnD the JerSeY Shore 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 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 structured 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 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.” The district has to focus on the challenges that students 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.
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Having a headache is common, and probably 80 percent of people experience one in their life. There are all sorts of headache disorders such as migraines, tension, hormonal and cluster headaches. Popular medications can induce a headache including the very effective blood pressure pills known as “ACE inhibitors.” You probably have heard of the ACE receptor since that’s where the bug of 2020 binds to as it enters human cells. But what about intracranial headaches due to high pressure on the brain, have you heard of that? It’s a serious problem and I think it is important for you to understand what that type of headache feels like. It’s also critical to distinguish this form a migraine which often has an aura. Probably the most common symptom of intracranial hypertension (aside from the headache itself) is eye trouble! There is no aura. You may have blind spots, poor peripheral (side) vision, blurry vision, double vision, and temporary bouts of vision loss. Left untreated, many people experience permanent vision loss. An intracranial hypertension headache happens when there is increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in the brain. Normally this occurs if a person has a traumatic brian injury, car accident, sports injury or a disease involving the spinal cord. It wasn’t that common except in the elderly population with high risk of a stroke, hydrocephalus or aneurysm. Nowadays, I get questions about severe, moving headaches frequently, so I’ve been researching the cause of these.
The hallmark symptom of course is a severe headache, one that might even move quickly around your head! It may be sharp and severe, or may feel like a dull, aching pressure that make your eyes hurt. You may feel less alert, and a bit confused but also possibly restless. As the pressure rises in your brain, you may become less able to speak like normal, and weaker. It may feel like it’s a little bit harder to breathe. These symptoms can come on in minutes, and wake you in the middle of the night. This is not a headache you can treat at home; this is a medical emergency in many cases because it could mean impending stroke or blindness. There are however a number of cases where individuals can walk around and sort of function in life with mild ICP. And this maybe you if you’ve been to dozens of doctors for your weird, unrelenting headaches. The condition can be diagnosed with a lumbar puncture that assesses the pressure of your cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). A visual examination looking for papilledema is critical as part of the fundamental work up. I hope this article has been helpful in terms of enlightening you to the new type of headache we are seeing. I hope it helps you to have learned the symptoms today in case you or a loved one experiences this. For more information visit the Intracranial Hypertension Research Foundation. Also, if you are interested, I have a more comprehensive version of this article. Please sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email it to you.
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Shore Animal Shelters Raise Funds Through #Bett yWhiteChallenge
By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – Local animal shelters have recently been raising thousands of dollars to help homeless animals in need thanks to the virtual event honoring late actress Betty White. After the news broke that America’s Golden Girl had passed at the end of 2021, the internet wanted to honor her and celebrate her
100th birthday by creating the “Betty White Challenge.” The virtual event was held on January 17 (White’s birthday) through social media asking fans to donate to their local animal rescues or shelters in her name, as she was a devoted animal lover and an animal rights activist. The Monmouth County SPCA was one of many organizations that participated in the
challenge, raising nearly $16,000 through Facebook donations. “On January 17, Betty White would have turned 100 years old, and what a life she lived! An animal lover since she could walk and a celebrated animal advocate for the rest of her life into adulthood. We’ve gotten quite a few donations in Betty’s honor but we wanted to make her birthday weekend the official
donation period to show our appreciation for her life’s work!” the Monmouth County SPCA said. The group shared the story on how the donations have helped one of their dogs in need, Amos. “Amos was one of the over 60 dogs and puppies rescued from unspeakable neglect from the Belford hoarding case. Amos was matted with his own urine and feces from living in a small cage, had skin and ear infections and was petrified from little to no human contact. Thankfully, after these dogs were rescued and with the help of a lot of dedicated people, we worked with them for weeks to get them healthy and ready for adoption,” the Monmouth County SPCA said. Over at the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter in Forked River, the group collected over $60,000 in donations through the challenge. “All three of our shelters and our Refuge participated in the Betty White Challenge, and it was a huge success! Across our entire organization, we were able to raise over $60,000 for the animals in our care,” Danielle Mania, Director of Marketing & Development from the Associated Humane Societies, said. “We’re truly touched from all the kindness and generosity, all in honor of Betty White! It was truly an incredible day for animals.” Mickey, who is a senior Beagle at the Popcorn Park shelter, is one of the many animals who is benefiting from the Betty White Challenge donations. “Mickey is a senior Beagle who recently arrived at our Popcorn Park shelter after his owner entered a long-term care facility. Although Mickey was very loved in his former home, he has some underlying medical issues that need to be addressed. Our veterinarian discovered that Mickey has significant dental disease and a large mass over his left eye that appears painful. Mickey also has a grade three heart murmur, so we’re treating him with the best possible care,” Mania said. “For now, Mickey is enjoying cozy beds, good meals, and lots of extra TLC from our staff. He’s a real sweetheart and we look forward to the day when he’s ready to find a loving home to spend the rest of his days in.” Several other shelters in the shore area such as SAVE Rescue Shelter in Toms River, Jersey Shore Animal Center in Brick Township and more all took part to honor to actress. According to Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, the viral fundraising efforts have raised $12.7 million collectively on the platforms.
–Photo courtesy Monmouth County SPCA Marcellus, an 11-year-old pup at the MCSPCA, was one of the many animals benefitting from the Betty White Challenge.
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By Stephanie Faughnan BARNEGAT – As snowbirds of the human variety continue to flock to warmer weather, wildlife inhabitants of one local park use their instincts to cope with the winter cold. Cloverdale Farm County Park sits nestled between several retirement communities located west of the parkway off of West Bay Avenue. Ninety acres of land remain untouched by the threat –Photo courtesy Frank Langella of development and serve as a Turtles hibernate in the mud until the weather is natural refuge. warmer, but they are a sight to be seen when they The park’s history dates back gather together. several decades when a local family used the land to farm and harvest cranberries. Bill and Katherine Collins its natural inhabitants. “Most of the land back there was predomiowned the property and watched as Barnegat began to grow with the construction of its nately gravel pits and graded through,” Trasfirst senior development almost 35 years ago. ferino opined. “It was not hosting or serving Patti Trasferino, Program Coordinator at as a natural habitat for wildlife.” A timelapse review of Google Earth conCloverdale, credited Katherine and county government officials for their role in the firms a large area of barren land that existed transformation of the farm to a park in 2004. before construction began on the Cottages. “Kathy and the freeholders at the time had While most of the trees removed for the projthe fortitude of thought to recognize that ect served as the buffer on West Bay Avenue, Barnegat was booming with development,” the developer also eliminated a number from said Trasferino. “Kathy honored her late the northwest portion of the development. Frank Langella, a resident at Four Seasons husband’s wishes to preserve the land and at Mirage, routinely heads across the street to worked to keep it a special place.” Shoreline Sand & Gravel once occupied Cloverdale. Langella said he only skips rainy the land adjacent to Cloverdale on its east days and initially checked out the park at the side. The company filed for bankruptcy in suggestion of a friend. A transplant from Bergen County, Langella 2010 after the mine went non-operational. A decade later, the start of a new development retired from his job as a warehouse operations meant clearing what appeared to be a dense manager in 2010. His wife suggested that he find something to do with his newly found interior of trees from the outer roadway. Developer Chris Vernon faced several spare time. “I was a hunter and a fisherman, and I knew objections when he began construction of the Cottages at Compass Point last year. A some things as a result of being in the woods,” school-aged girl even showed up at a planning shared Langella. “I was never a birder.” Within no time, things changed. Langella board meeting when the project first came under consideration. She wanted to know took advantage of his already existing collecwhat would happen to the animals who called tion of camouflage clothes to blend in with the environment. He picked up an inexpensive that area their home. Trasferino shared her personal observations camera that didn’t include big lenses or fancy concerning the impact of the land clearing on (Wildlife - See Page 24)
–Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Cloverdale Farm County Park remains a natural gem while neighboring construction of another senior community further changes the landscape.
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Continued From Page 22 add-ons and then got to work. “I just stay very quiet and am amazed at how many things come close,” Langella said. “When you become part of their surroundings, their world, they (the animals) pick up because you’re not a threat. You get to see a lot.” Langella emphasized that he doesn’t consider himself a professional photographer by any means. However, his voice took on a tone of excitement as the longtime hunter described what it’s like to capture the wild from a different lens. During one early morning, Langella sat in amazement as he witnessed a red-tailed fox most likely heading back to his den. “We have an otter that comes through every once in a while,” shared Langella. “She had three of her pups with her and
then moved on.” While squirrels are commonplace in the area, Langella said he’s also spotted flying squirrels. Despite their nocturnal preference, they and raccoons have appeared in the early morning. Rabbits and deer complete the complement of Cloverdale’s regular warm-blooded population. Many of the birds of Cloverdale have managed in the frigid temperatures. During a January bird walk, participants came across 22 different species of birds. “We saw gold crown kinglets, chickadees, a titmouse, house sparrows, house finches,” Langella said. “Others we saw included blue jays, bluebirds, cardinals, and yellow rump wobblers.” The birds seem to come out from deep in the woods when the sun is bright. They make their way to the edge of tree branches and seemingly strike poses for Langella’s waiting camera.
One of the most majestic sights that sticks in Langella’s memory was a bald eagle that was so young it didn’t have a white head and tail yet. The following year, the eagle reappeared but didn’t stay because the park’s waterway only has small fish. “We have a resident great horned owl who we call ‘Whiskey,’” shared Langella. “In the daytime, he looks tired as though he’s drunk.” According to Langella, all types of hawks and vultures buzz through the park as well. They add to the circle of life that exists in the animal world. “The hawks keep the squirrels in check,” Langella said, by way of example. Langella’s love for the sights and sounds of Cloverdale prompted him to sign on as a park volunteer. He helps out with groups that visit the park, though he suggests there are other guides with more knowledge than his. Cloverdale regularly attracts visitors during all seasons of the year, and not just because
of the chance to see the wildlife. Scouts and civic groups are among the participants who learn how the cranberry bogs operate as they still exist on the property. The bog tours even provide the opportunity for guests to pick the berries and enjoy a taste of the luscious fruit. The park features both hiking and walking trails with a scenic view. Wildflowers indigenous to the Pine Barrens add color, as do water flowers that serve as landing pads for frogs in the spring. Turtles who bury themselves in the mud until it warms up also provide an interesting sight for those who explore the area. Trasferino runs several programs at the park that focus on different natural attractions. For example, the next monthly bird walk is on February 19, and a nature walk is scheduled for February 26. A special children’s program is also on the calendar for February 26 to teach kids about the natural world around them.
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pics host 33 Really liked something, man 35 Priests, at times 36 They’re usually toward the front of an orch. 38 “Brooklyn NineNine” title: Abbr. 42 Some choir members 45 Stravinsky’s “Le __ du printemps” 46 Talk show host who voices the adult Dory in “Finding Dory” 48 Eschew the diner, maybe 49 Wafer giant 51 Foul film 53 Nebraska native 54 Pub order 55 Gustav Mahler’s composer brother 57 Decoding need 58 Red Seal record label company
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What is a “Mom & Pop” Business? A small, independent, family owned, controlled and operated business.
Senior Pageant Seeking Contestants
By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – The Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant 2022 is currently looking for senior ladies 60 and over to show off their talents at their annual event. The Ms. New Jersey Senior America, Inc., is a non-profit organization with a mission to “produce pageants to showcase talented, productive and active senior women, and to provide services to the entire community. In addition, they take pride in supporting children in the performing arts and those with special needs.” Their annual event will take place on June 2 beginning at 1 p.m. in the Concert Venue
It has a small amount of business volume. It is not franchised.
Theater at Harrah’s Resort Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City. The pageant will consist of four judging categories: Philosophy of Life, Evening Gown, Talent Presentation and Private Judges’ Interview. Contestants must be US citizens. The winner will receive cash prizes, a bouquet of roses and an all-expenses paid trip to participate in the national pageant for the title of Ms. Senior America 2022. For more information or interested in participating, contact Terry Meade, Director of Pageants, for an application packet at 908216-8534 or email her at tbm5201@aol.com.
Winter Shows Offered At OCC
TOMS RIVER – The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at OCC has a spectacular lineup of performances, and other exciting events. Tickets are selling fast, so be sure to reserve your seat soon, or check out one of the livestreams! Anna Keiserman & Chris Herbert – Afternoon Recital Series: 2 p.m., February 25. Free/Advance Registration Required. The TEN Tenors: Love is in the Air: 8
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Paws In The Park
BERKELEY – Ocean County Parks & Recreation has announced Paws in the Park (formerly known as Yappy Hour) event for June 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors wanted! For years this event (Yappy Hour) was held in Ocean County Park in Lakewood. It now has a new name and a new home in
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Oyster Creek Receives Another Security Violation
By Bob Vosseller LACEY – The Nuclear Regulatory Commission recently issued another violation notice to Holtec Decommissioning International LLC (HDI) over security violations at Oyster Creek Generating Station. The NRC found that a now-former security superintendent, who was also assigned armorer duties, deliberately
failed to properly perform required annual material-condition inspections of response unit rif les and falsified related records. Once HDI completes certain corrective actions, the NRC will issue a civil penalty of $50,000 for the violations, which is a reduction from the base civil penalty of $150,000.
“This agreement will result in a number of significant actions that can be expected to improve the security programs not only at Oyster Creek but also at the other nuclear plants being decommissioned by HDI,” NRC Region I Deputy Administrator Raymond Lorson said. According to the NRC, the corrective actions are intended to address two vio-
lations and related performance aspects found during an NRC investigation at Oyster Creek that concluded on March 11, 2021. Corrective actions agreed to by HDI include making the corporate security director a standalone position; the use of external experts to conduct independent assessments of security at Oyster Creek and other Holtec-owned decom missioning nuclear power plants; and the implementation of training and communications related to the issue. A copy of the confirmatory order will be made available in the NRC’s electronic documents system, ADAMS. The agency will also be issuing a Severity Level III Notice of Violation to the former superintendent. The NRC clarified that “these enforcement actions are separate and distinct from the NRC’s issuance of a $150,000 civil penalty to HDI issued on December 22, 2021, for other security-related violations at Oyster Creek. Holtec acquired Oyster Creek in 2019 and is carrying out the decommissioning of the plant. For the NRC to issue to fi nes is no small matter,” Janet Tauro, Clean Water Action NJ Board Chair said. “We are used to seeing NRC letting things slide. For the agency to issue not one but two fi nes is very significant and begs the questions; what is going on at that plant and are we in danger?” She added, “there are 3.5 million people living in a 50-mile radius of Oyster Creek where over a million pounds of highly radioactive nuclear waste is stored, security must be nothing less than f lawless.” “Holtec has emptied the overhead fuel pool and stored the waste in casks in record time, setting “a new world record by completing the speediest transfer of plant’s spent nuclear fuel to dry storage,” according to HDI. The casks are stored onsite. “We had always feared that Holtec would do a fast and dirty decommissioning,” Tauro said. “The faster the job gets done, the less money out of their coffers. Speed doesn’t top safety. We need eagle eyes watching everything they do. Our lives depend on it.”
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AroUnD the JerSeY Shore Some Parents Want School Mask Requirement Lifted Now
By Bob Vosseller JERSEY SHORE – While the countdown to unmask students and staff at schools around the state has begun, some parents are asking, why wait? After months of debates which have made some Board of Education meetings a verbal battlefield between parents, school administrators and board members, Governor Phil Murphy announced that he will lift the executive order requiring masks for everyone who enters a school building as of March 7. That order impacts all public schools and all child care settings leaving boards to set policy on whether mask wearing will become optional or remain. School districts such as Newark have already stated they intend to keep the mask mandate through the end of the school year but it is widely believed that many school districts will go mask optional. Board members in Lacey Township have already said prior to the Governor’s announcement that should it become possible for them to make the decision, that they would vote to make it optional. Mask wearing in that school district has been a contentious issue which has seen several board meetings canceled due to a Board member’s own refusal to wear a mask and a substantial number of audience members doing the same. Administrators and board members in Jackson have received an earful from angry parents who made it clear that they feel mask wearing is not effective and is hurting the mental health of their children. During his press conference Governor Phil Murphy said “masking continues to be an important tool in preventing the spreading of COVID. It should be used in many circumstances.” He added however that the metrics of COVID cases declining and hospitalizations also lessening substantially, led to his decision to lift the mandate that he put in place at the beginning of the pandemic in 2020. The State Health Department will be issuing updated guidelines for school districts to determine their own individual needs regarding mask wearing prior to March 7. Governor Murphy said that the 30-day gap was made to give school districts time to make adjustments and to determine their own individual plans of action. “This is a huge step back to normalcy for our kids,” the governor said. Some parents however, felt it should have taken affect immediately. “I’m sure there are strings attached by him waiting,” a Lacey Township resident said on social media. Jackson resident Jennifer Gallegher who formed the Jackson Township Fresh Faced Schools Facebook page said, “dangling the carrot as usual. Parents need to stop complying and start sending their children
unmasked. “Make it known we are done. Our children are done suffering and there’s not a chance in hell we’re ever going to allow masking ever again. No government agency or representative is ever going to step on parents toes again when it comes to decision making for our children,” she added. “Why wait to until March 7th?” Jackson resident Drew Donegan asked. Jackson and Lacey were among the school districts that wrote to the governor asking before the start of the current school year for the decision of mask wearing for students, staff and visitors, to be left to the individual school districts citing that local officials knew their school community better. Jackson Superintendent Nicole Pormilli said earlier in the school year that school officials and members of the community wanted an optional masking policy but that wish was superseded by the governor’s executive order extension. She and her counterpart in Lacey Township, Vanessa Clark told residents that the school district needed to abide by the executive order or face penalties such as losing additional state aid funding. Lacey, Jackson, Brick and Toms River are among the Ocean County school districts that were hit hard by the state’s revised S-2 state aid funding formula. Health experts have said that masks and vaccination are the two most important ways to combat the virus. In a well-publicized example, an unmasked, unvaccinated teacher passed the virus on to half of her students, as well as some of their families. This took place in May in Marin County, California – one of the counties with the highest vaccination rates in the state. The elementary school teacher was reading aloud to the class, and students closer to her had a higher rate of transmission. In this particular case, the teacher dismissed her symptoms as allergies. The virus then spread to other kids in school through siblings and a slumber party. Several of the parents were vaccinated but still got the Delta variant, which has been shown to be much more contagious, even with vaccinations. The governor commended school leaders and educators who supported his mask mandate and other COVID-19 health guidelines during his recent announcement. He also asked educational leaders to watch out for any potential bullying or demeaning actions toward those who choose to continue wearing masks within schools saying such behavior should not be tolerated. “We didn’t want to pull back too early,” Murphy said regarding lifting the mandate policy. “We aren’t going to manage COVID to zero. We have to live with COVID as we move from the pandemic to the endemic phase of this virus.” ~Chris Lundy contributed to this story
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of feb 19 - feb 25 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): In the week ahead, do your best to be able to remain calm under pressure. Your fingers may be stuck in many pies, but you should be able to coordinate them with ease. Your job or workplace may seem like the center of your social activities. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): To live your best life, you’ll need to find ways to exercise, both physically and mentally. It can help keep you more accountable to work out with a buddy. Avoid making plans that require complicated protocols in the week ahead. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take time to carefully assess information so you do not miss a valuable piece of data. Save the day by keeping a cool head and finding workarounds if plans fall through. It may be difficult to negotiate successfully in the week ahead. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Carefully assess the person and the situation before you open up fully. Once you are sure things feel safe, you can disclose your innermost thoughts. Sharing key experiences with someone could open doors as the week unfolds. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Transparency should be helpful now. Allowing someone to have a sneak peek at your ideas could turn out to be beneficial even if it could seem a little invasive. Let your passion for success guide your hand in the week ahead. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your best social instincts could be triggered. Someone may test you or challenge you to keep up. Keeping your money in your pocket could be the best financial decision you make in the early part of the week.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Healthy competition can push you to do better. Conditions could conspire to keep you and a loved one at odds. You might need to let someone else take the lead or go along with someone else’s dominant ideas in the week ahead. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Lay out a solid case to win an argument. You cannot expect that someone will be able to read between the lines if you are being too subtle. Say exactly what you mean to get your point across in the upcoming week. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may be too busy socializing or too much on the defensive to successfully reach a comfortable compromise. As the week unfolds, you may become more aware of how to best achieve financial security. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be commended for your commitment to a project, belief, or relationship as the week unfolds. Your social activities might involve a wide range of people who should respect your enthusiasm, passion and dedication. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You could be concerned that someone may be offended by too much familiarity; watch for social feedback to guide you. Mixed feelings about investments and purchases can recede by the end of the week. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t count your chickens before they hatch. A family issue could seem more important than it is, so wait until the second part of the week to make critical decisions. A loved one could send out many mixed messages.
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