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─Photo courtesy Jackson Schools Teachers from Jackson’s 10 schools recently gathered to receive recognition as part of the annual Teachers of the Year award program held during a Board of Education meeting. By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – It hasn’t been easy for educators in the last two and a half years given the COVID-19 pandemic - so the inclusion of an awards presenta-
tion during a recent Board of Education meeting proved popular by teachers and the public. B o a r d P r e s id e n t Michael Walsh introduced t he teacher s
who received awards saying, “tonight we have the pleasure of celebrating this year’s Teachers of the Year and Educational Services Professionals of the Year. In honoring
them, I didn’t really want to use the word ‘resilient,’ although our honorees certainly are. I also didn’t want to focus on how well they have had to adapt
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By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – It should be easy to reach out and help those who need it the most. Yet there are a lot of barriers that society has constructed that make it difficult to reach out. Recently, there was a Point In Time count in which local homeless
were surveyed so that they could be given the help they need. The counts translate into how much money the area will get, however, the federal government has it a bit backwards, some said. Since the goal is to reduce the number of homeless, you are rewarded if your
nu mb e r s go d ow n . E s se nt ia l ly, you’r e getting more money for fewer people. If your homeless count goes up, you are penalized, and you are given even less money to provide services to an even larger crowd. The pandemic has required social distancing, which means that
there are fewer people housing is the main allowed in shelters. problem. T here are It’s also caused staff- homes, but none withing levels to fall be- in reach for the homecause volunteers and less. employees can’t come M ichele Vit iel lo, in if they are possibly case coordinator for contagious. Vil lage Resou rces, Ev e r y o n e i n t e r- was on hand to t r y viewed in relation to for housing solutions. t h is issue says t he The difficulty is that same thing: the lack there are few t r uly of t r u ly af ford able (Homeless - See Page 7)
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Bus Drivers Get Raise To Attract Workers
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – District officials announced they would be increasing the bus driver pay rate to $30 per hour as a means to combat their bus driver shortage that has created an unprecedented staffing crisis. The shortage of bus drivers is not unique to Jackson but it has been a persistent problem for the school system’s transportation department. Business Administrator Michelle Richardson explained that by adding this new enticement it would help address a problem that has existed for years. “If we can’t get students to school, they can’t learn - and our ability to do that consistently is at risk due to this crisis.’’ “This change will allow us to recruit and retain qualified, dedicated staff members who are vital to the operations of this district,” Richardson added. (Bus - See Page 8)
Local Filmmaker Promotes New Jersey Movies
By Bob Vosseller BRICK – Filmmaker Thom DeMicco recently gathered with friends, fans and members of the Garden State film community for the premiere of his new short film which he hopes inspires others to make more productions in New Jersey. DeMicco’s newest film, “Kiss Me Judas: Chapter 1” premiered on February 17 at Dingbatz nightclub in Clifton. The Brick born filmmaker, author and martial arts trainer was influenced by the films of Lloyd Kaufman, Stanley Kubrick, Frank Capra and fellow New Jersey native Kevin Smith. “I have been in the film industry for the past four years working with Troma Entertainment (Filmmaker - See Page 8)
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Continued From Page 1 over the course of these past two years, although they absolutely have done so. “We are excited to focus on showing our sincere appreciation for the learning being done in our schools every day, thanks to these amazing educators and their colleagues. Pandemic or no pandemic, there is a tremendous amount of content we are responsible for covering in 180 days - and our staff delivers. They push… they inspire… they model excellence day in and day out. They are truly spectacular,” Walsh added. He noted that the Board and fellow educators were excited “to celebrate them for the utter and complete dedication they have to making sure our students are growing academically, socially and emotionally.” This dedication takes many forms: ● A creative lesson created by a teacher who needed to find a way to recapture her students’ attention; ● A quiet comment to a student in the hallway from a teacher, coach or counselor who noticed a kid needed a trusted adult to talk to; ● The tireless efforts of school nurses who were the tip of the spear in navigating and responding to an unprecedented crisis; ● Or paraprofessionals, interventionists and therapists whose support services who turned a student’s struggle into success.
The Board President added, “learning and growth do not happen by accident. They are the direct result of professionals like the ones we have here tonight giving their hearts and souls so our students can thrive. On behalf of the entire Board of Education, it is truly our honor to recognize you tonight.” The teachers were escorted by their building principal in receiving their recognition. From Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School: Teacher Kerry Jankowski; Psychologist Nicole DiGeronimo From Elms Elementary School: Teacher Shaina Brenner; Media Specialist Sheryl Konopack From Holman Elementary School: Teacher Joanne Lykes; Speech Therapist Dana Sworzanski From Johnson Elementary School: Teacher Travis Crozier; School Nurse Dana Weinstein From Rosenauer Elementary School: Teacher Cassandra Veltrano; Paraprofessional Donna DeLorenzi From Switlik Elementary School: Teacher Teresa Toddings; Media Specialist Lorraine Palme From Goetz Middle School: Teacher Mary Beth Hughes; Student Assistance Coordinator Stacey Fisk From McAuliffe Middle School: Teacher Jaime Hesnan; Math Interventionist Melissa Lambert From Jackson Liberty High School: Teacher Katherine Gibson; School Nurse Elizabeth Smink
From Jackson Memorial High School: Teacher Jason Diaz; Paraprofessional Michelle Sheeran Walsh also announced the district awards. “The person chosen for this award is someone who is dedicated to both her students and her colleagues. She is a master at making connections with others and makes every person - adult or child - feel like they are the most important person in the room,” he said. “She is involved in her school’s Sunshine Committee and is committed to creating a positive working environment at her school. She has a tremendous amount of skill and expertise in her area but she is always willing and wanting to grow and is dedicated to being the best resource for students she can be. She is always looking for ways to refine her skills and to find new and interesting ways to reach her students,” he added. “This staff member has worn a few different hats in the district and spearheaded and manages her school’s ‘Trout in the Classroom’ experience - which provides first-hand lessons on responsibility, commitment and sustainability and just like the trout she releases into the wild through the Forestry Center, she lovingly releases the students into their next educational adventure with a strong foundation of excellence she has modeled for them,” Walsh said. For all these reasons, Elms Elementary School Media Specialist Sheryl Konopack was named District Educational Service Professional of the Year.
In speaking about the award for the District Teacher of the Year, Walsh remarked, “this year’s recipient is someone who inspires students and colleagues to find the best within themselves. A teacher that challenges students to strive beyond their perceived limits and who works tirelessly to give them the tools necessary to get there. “With more than 20 years’ experience, this teacher is known for having a quick wit and a mischievous sense of humor sometimes. These personality traits serve this person well in the classroom, allowing this teacher to connect deeply with students and to actively seek out ways to reach every single child in the classroom, every year, for more than 20 years,” Walsh remarked. Walsh said the winner’s dedication to the craft goes beyond the traditional school, and into countless parent workshops given to strengthen the home-school connection. “He embodies excellence, models dedication and seeks out opportunities to challenge himself as a teacher. For example, he introduced a journal newsletter to a school-wide audience, with great success. He is the epitome of what it means to go above and beyond for his students and his colleagues,” Walsh said. “For these reasons and for all the ways he has mastered the art of teaching and inspiring our students, we are proud to honor as our District Teacher of the Year – from Johnson Elementary School - Travis Crozier,” Walsh added.
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Continued From Page 1 in New York and have recently struck out on my own and plan to start shooting feature films in the state in the coming year with my crew of New Jersey natives,” he said. His film covers the first chapter of a novel trilogy by Will Chistopher Baer and stars Johnny Ferri and Lydia Manson. DeMicco directed the film that was produced by Ferri and Gabe Romero. Baer’s neo-noir novel was published on October 1, 1998 through Viking Press and is based on a popular urban legend. It follows the character of Phineas Poe (Ferri) a disgraced cop and morphine addict, after he wakes up in a hotel bathtub full of ice to discover that one of his kidneys was removed by Jude, a beautiful prostitute played by Manson Poe was just released from a psych ward and sets out for revenge. His intentions slowly change in this twisted love story that takes him from the snowy streets of Denver to the high plains of Texas. The event at Dingbatz also featured DeMicco’s “This Night’s End” and Ben Johnson’s “Were Deer.” It also included James Boylan’s “Meat is Murder” faux trailer and Dwayne Steeler’s “Blood Stab & Jun” plus music videos that DeMicco produced with Troma Entertainment. DeMicco’s production company, Shoot Style Production, is run with his good friend, Gabe Romero of Roselle. DeMicco moved back to the tri-state area
The Jackson Times, February 26, 2022, Page 5 in 2018 and put his energy into filmmaking which led him to Kaufman and his production company, Troma Entertainment. He said he has always admired independent film makers and served as Kaufman’s personal assistant and as a Troma producer. He worked on several of Kaufman’s Troma Entertainment releases and had his directorial debut in the short film “Latched” which was a satire on the dating app phenomena. He appeared in a film based on the life of his other childhood hero, Kevin Smith, in the biopic, “Shooting Clerks.” DeMicco said his second short film, “This Night’s End” premiered at Another Hole in the Head film festival in San Francisco and at Alamo Draft House in Houston. He also produced music videos for Ice T’s heavy metal band Body Count. The filmmaker teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu full time at RC Affinity Martial Arts in Toms River. “My motto is ‘dreams come true; they don’t come for free.’” He credited his success to “dedication, sacrifice and hard work” over natural ability or talent which he said he has “very little of.” He told The Brick Times how he came to adapt the novel, “Kiss Me Judas.” “It is one of my favorite books and without a doubt my favorite opening chapter of any book.” “I had also put so much into my first short film, ‘This Night’s End,’ which is partly autobiographical. I’m writing a feature length version of that currently and want to adapt something I still cared deeply about and this was a perfect fit,” DeMicco said. He added that he previously directed a
film “written by a friend with learning disabilities and enjoyed the creative process of finding a middle ground between his vision and mine.” DeMicco said, “I would also like to license anything by my other favorite author, Lawrence Block, most specifically a novel from his Hit Man series. I would, of course, plan to film as much as possible in New Jersey.” Being a big fan of Kevin Smith fan, DeMicco said, “I was greatly influenced by his films, most specifically ‘Clerks’ and ‘Chasing Amy.’ His were the first films I
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had ever seen that took place in New Jersey other than the Toxic Avenger (created by Kaufman),” he said. “It made filmmaking seem more possible especially after hearing his story of dropping out of film school to go at it on his own. I’ve always respected independence in film, music and all art. It’s a lot harder to bet on yourself attempting to blaze a new or different trail,” he said. The trailer of his new film can be found at youtu.be/4C5ULWVWkeo.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial Is It News Or Is It Complaining? How much of your news show is just the host or their guests complaining? Are you really watching the news or just watching a bunch of people on TV venting? I once watched Don Lemon complain about Trump for a 20 minute monologue at the end of a news segment. This was back when Trump was in office. Honestly, I don’t know if it was 20 minutes. After 2 minutes, I faded out and started playing on my phone. It could have been 5 minutes but it felt like 20 minutes. I kept thinking, “This isn’t the Daily Show or Weekend Update. You can’t just say what you want.” But I guess you can. I watch both sides of the news, just to get an idea of what each one is talking about. It’s usually equally wrong. On Tucker Carlson, he’s a guy in a suit interviewing another guy in a suit. I don’t remember who this particular guest was when I was thinking about this editorial – just some Guy With Something To Say – and all he did was complain about woke culture for his entire segment. I’m not saying that either complainers made good points, or whether I agreed with them. But I tuned in to see news, not commentary. Tell me what happened, not your opinion about what happened. There was no news value in either show. Not a single shred of actual “news.” If you had a friend who complained all day long every time you saw them, you’d eventually stop hanging out with them, wouldn’t you? But if they’re on the news, sitting behind a desk and looking official, then we listen to them. Why is that? Why are we giving careers to professional whiners? Any of these news anchors
– I don’t care if it’s on Fox or CNN – are millionaires (or close enough that they might as well be). What do they have to really complain about? They’re rich. No matter what happens in this country, they’ll be fine. They’ll be unaffected by it. They could be donating to cancer charities, helping the homeless, or any good cause you can think of. Instead they’re just trying to figure out what to complain about during their allotted time. And since they have to fill up a show every Monday through Friday, they sometimes have to dig deep. They have to make mountains out of mole hills. They have to find something that you care about – like education, and twist it into something that is a life or death situation. They have to hit the same nail over and over again. They do this until you think it’s the most important issue of the day: Did you hear what Trump’s son said? Did you see what this school district did in a town you never even heard of? Chances are, it’s not really an important issue. Look around. Is it impacting you? Probably not. To mix metaphors, it’s just a dog and pony show, and the tail is wagging the dog. In the hour it takes to watch this so-called news, you could be reading a book, spending time with your family, or calling a friend you haven’t spoken to. Instead of getting angry by the Outrage Du Jour, you could be giving $20 to your local volunteer fire department or bringing a donation to a food bank. This country is founded by people who get things done. Not by people in suits complaining. Turn off the TV and go do some good in the world. Chris Lundy News Editor
Letters To The Editor Trump Only Built 16 Miles Of Wall Remember when Trump promised he was going to build a wall? Well, the truth is that he only built 16 whole miles. That’s it. Look it up online if you don’t believe me. Type in “How many miles of wall did Trump build?” You’ll see the truth. He claims that the number is much higher. All but 16 of those miles were replacements of border wall that already existed. That’s it. Just 16. You can walk 16 miles in a day. You can’t even blame D e m o c r a t s fo r b l o c ki ng it, eit her. T he Re publicans controlled the S e n a t e a nd t he Hou s e throughout the first two years of Tr ump’s presidency. All of 2017 and all of 2018. That’s two whole years that he could have worked on h is one big promise and he didn’t. At one point, he tried to take money from an account for the education of U.S. Soldiers’ children to fund the wall, but thank God a judge blocked it. There was a group called “We Fund The Wall” that built .5 miles of wall on private land, and that’s already eroding, despite the fact that Trump gave $1.7 billion of our money to it. And now its founders are being caught for embezzling.
And no, Mexico did not pay for any of it. Tristan Johnson Freehold
Reach Out If You Are A Veteran Household Thank you to the team at Micromedia/Jersey Shore Online for reporting on those experiencing homelessness in Ocean County. Sharing the lived experiences of people of all ages who are unsheltered, in transitional housing or at risk of homelessness shows they are people just like you and me. For veteran households w h o a r e e x p e r ie n c i n g homelessness or are at risk, consider reaching out to Community Hope’s Supportive Services for Ve t e r a n Fa m i l ie s p r o g r a m t o c o n n e c t w it h case management, temporar y f inancial assist a n c e , h o u si n g s e a r ch a n d ot h e r s u p p o r t s t o help stabilize a housing crisis. C o m m u n i t y H o p e’s el ig ibi l it y for ve t e r a n households casts a large net, in that you do not h ave t o b e a d i s a ble d vetera n, combat vetera n , r e t i r e d ve t e r a n t o apply, so plea se rea ch out if you have ser ved in the military or if you are a spouse/household member to one, to see if you are eligible. Make
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Praise Police When They Do A Good Job O n c e a g a i n I w a nt t o praise my local police department here in Whiting. On February 16 it was necessary to call for their help and the two officers who came were polite, professional and efficient in resolving the problem. Our police generally don’t get much public praise, and I urge ever yone to personally seek to rectify that when they get an opportunity! These men and women risk plenty for us, we need to show them the support they deserve in the public eye. Thank you, Manchester Police Depar t ment and especially those two officers! Chet Jelinski Whiting
Filibuster Stands In Way Of Progress We understand President Biden is busy. Between fo r e ig n p ol ic y c r i s e s , inf rast r uct u re, and the COVID-19 pandemic, he has a lot on his hands. But I can’t help thinking about how his support for abolishing the filibuster in the Senate could help him enact his agenda on all fronts. Most importantly, it could help Biden
protect Americans’ freedom to vote in the face of relentless attacks on our democracy. We need Congress to pass comprehensive voting rights reform and we need Bide n to st e p up and put pressure on the Senate to do so by publicly supporting an end to the filibuster. Biden’s stated support for voting rights reform simply isn’t enough. President Biden, for the sake of my right to vote and the progressive agenda we elected you to enact, urge the Senate to abolish the filibuster. Margaret Yelenik Howell
Natural Immunity Better Than Scientific Editor’s note: This letter is in response to a letter in a previous edition, with the name in quotes. With all due respect for the response that “people of faith should get vaccinated,” goes beyond our emotions. Here in America, We The People should decide what is best for our families and not the intrusion of the government. Since day one, the science has been misguided and faulty. The main concern needs to be the ingredients and the risks involved. God has given us natural i m mu n it y wh ich is fa r better than what man is doing in a lab. Thank you veterans for the freedoms we have. Do your research! Pat Lasher Jersey Shore
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Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. – New legislation to combat human trafficking authored by Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) together with Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA) cleared its first hurdle, winning unanimous support from the House Foreign Affairs Committee in a vote to send the bill to the House Floor for consideration and passage. Supported by numerous national and in-
ternational anti-trafficking organizations, the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2022 - also cosponsored by Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX) would provide approximately $1 billion over five years to strengthen and expand successful programs and laws to combat modern-day slavery. “The Committee’s unanimous vote to send my bill to the House Floor underscores the careful negotiations on the bill and the overwhelming bipartisan support in Congress to take immediate action to protect victims, prosecute perpetrators and prevent human trafficking
in the first place,” said Rep. Smith, Co-chair of the Human Trafficking Caucus, which he co-founded 15 years ago. “While incredible progress has been made to bring awareness to human trafficking since the Trafficking Victims Protection Act - which I wrote in 2000 - was signed into law, we must redouble our efforts to stop predators from harming vulnerable persons, especially women and children, and end this heinous crime,” said Smith. The bill prioritizes prevention of child trafficking and empowerment of survivors in addition to reauthorizing and enhancing programs established by Smith’s historic Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 - which created a new whole-of-government domestic
and international strategy and numerous new programs responsible for the prevention of trafficking, protection of victims and prosecution of thousands of traffickers. “This survivor-informed, bipartisan legislation will go a long way toward protecting so many vulnerable people from exploitation while providing tremendous support and resources to victims,” said Smith. “We must never let our guard down,” Smith said. “We must continue to do everything we can to stop predators from harming the most vulnerable and innocent among us.” Passed unanimously by the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Smith’s legislation continues to gain strong bipartisan consensus on its way to the House Floor.
Murphy: American Rescue Funds Will Prevent Foreclosures TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy announced that $10 million in funding from the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) will be allocated to support New Jersey’s Foreclosure Prevention Act (P.L. 2021, c.34) program administered by the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA). NJHMFA will use these funds to stabilize communities through supportive homeowner interven-
tions and vacancy rehabilitation and sale, stemming the loss of single-family homes to rental property investment firms. “The Foreclosure Prevention Act was more than a decade in the making. My administration is proud to have signed this landmark legislation adding to our state’s capacity to address the concerns of current New Jersey homeowners and future homebuyers,” said New Jersey Governor Philip
D. Murphy. Following the 2008 financial crisis, New Jersey’s single-family residential market was decimated, with many properties purchased by investors for rental purposes, reducing the stock of affordable single-family homes. Nationwide, the financial impact of COVID-19 on homeowners may lead to a similar - if not greater - loss of single-family homes.
“Home ownership is the foundation for building intergenerational wealth and provides people long-term financial, mental and physical stability,” said Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver, who serves as Commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs and NJHMFA board chair. “This legislation and ensuing program administered by NJHMFA will improve New Jersey communities by rehabilitating blighted
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20s than in the past. If you’re f leeing domestic violence, you are homeless, she said. This is something that the general public doesn’t consider when discussing the issue of homelessness. However, with the stress of the pandemic, domestic violence has been on the rise. Shelters like Providence House and Dottie’s House are overf lowing.
are working in circles that the system created. If you are on Section 8, you are given $1,200, Colhoun said. It’s very difficult to find a place nearby for $1,200. “Homeless service systems across the state have been strategically working to ensure that resources made available through the CARES Act and the American Rescue Plan have targeted hou sehold s cu r re ntly exp e r ie nci ng homelessness and households that are at risk of homelessness once the moratorium came to an end,” said Kasey Vienckowksi, Senior Associate with Monarch Housing Associates which directs NJCounts 2022. “This year’s count will be critical to help communities respond to the wave of households that will be in need as the courts continue to work through the backlog of eviction cases that have been pending since as early as March, 2020.”
people living in tents around the area. He shared a story recently on social media about spending a day helping folks and delivering propane tanks so they can keep warm. One woman was worried about an impending snowstorm and he was able to get her situated in a hotel. He had received a call about three men that spent the night on a porch of a church in Lakewood. They were able to get into a hotel for a few nights as well. An encampment in the woods had residents with some issues. A zipper in front of someone’s tent had frozen over. Another didn’t have anything to eat. He had a tarp and some food from the Lakewood Elks in his truck. “It is always nice to think at the end of a day that possibly a few lives may have been saved because a group of concerned people cared enough to share some of their time, and resources,” he said, thanking donors. If you would like to make a tax deductible financial donation to help Brigham’s efforts, you can send a check to Destiny’s Bridge, PO Box 692, Lakewood NJ 08701 or donate at PayPal: Destinysbridgefoundation@gmail.com.
Continued From Page 1 affordable homes in Ocean Count y. Someone on Social Security is given $850 a month, and most rentals are more than a thousand. “No one can live on $850 a month,” she said. While the state requires towns to set aside a certain number of homes for people with low to moderate income, even those are often out of reach, she said. “We need someone to build real low-income housing,” she said. “Ocean County needs more subsidized housing and smaller houses.” Another challenge is that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development doesn’t count you as homeless if you live on someone’s couch, said Kathryn Colhoun, Director
of Com munit y Resources and Advocacy, Ocean Partnership for Children. She organized the point in time count. There were a lot of people in need, and she said there were more people in their
Evictions There had been a moratorium on evictions throughout the beginning of the pandemic but it ended on January 1, 2022. Other programs were put in place to protect those in danger of losing their homes. However, they might not know about these protections, might not qualify for them, or be able to navigate the bureaucracy to get to the other end safely. Therefore, there’s been more evictions in the area. This has created a strange, cyclical situation, volunteers said. First, people who were protected from eviction are now possibly homeless. Second, the evictions have opened up more low-cost housing available to place the homeless. Essentially, it means that the staff that work to house vulnerable people
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The Board of Education passed a resolution approving this change at their February 16 meeting. The existing base rate was $22.67 per hour. The district’s goal was to create a competitive rate of pay to stabilize staffing levels and to provide competitive compensation. The district is also looking to hire additional van aides and the salary for that position was also increased to $18.50 per hour. “We needed to put ourselves in a position to replenish our staff to get back to a place where we can operate efficiently and consistently,’’ Board of Education President Michael Walsh said. “Our drivers love our students and take their responsibilities seriously, and we need to ensure that Jackson is a place that they want to work and to stay.’’ Drivers routinely need to cover double runs in one school, which results in both pickup and drop-off delays, and the district has had to limit runs for trips, athletics and activities. To correct this situation, the school district’s Transportation Department is seeking to add 30
drivers to alleviate such daily challenges and to meet the needs of the district. Interim Director of Transportation Kristopher Soto described the situation saying, “it’s a scramble every single day, and on some days, it feels almost impossible to get every child where they need to be. “We do our best every day, but we can only do so much with the numbers we have. Something has to change,’’ Soto said. He added that being a bus driver in the district has many advantages, including hours that are both guaranteed and f lexible. Soto noted that there are also opportunities for additional work on nights, weekends and summer for special trips and programs. “Our drivers make special connections that have long-lasting, positive impacts in their lives. It is a great job that really makes a difference. We hope people consider joining us so we can be in a better position to support our students.” Those seeking information about the job, salary and requirements available can visit the school district website at jacksonsd.org/drivers or call the transportation department at 732-833-4614.
─Photo By Bob Vosseller A Jackson mother takes to the microphone regarding transportation concerns she and other parents who send their children outside of the school district have been having during a recent Jackson School Board meeting.
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Jackson PBA 168 22nd Annual Golf Outings
JACKSON – It’s that time again! Jackson PBA 168 will be holding their 22nd Annual Golf Outing on May 23 and September 19 at the Pine Barrens Country Club, 540 Hope Chapel Road. Because of high demand and overflow of players, there are now two dates to pick from! They can now accommodate more golfers that can’t make the event because either its fully
packed or the date doesn’t work for them. Each outing has a strict limit of 144 golfers. If you would like to be a sponsor, deadline to apply is May 7. For information and contact either: P.O. Jeff Henba jhenba@jacksontwpnj.net, P.O. Rob Reiff - rareiff@jacksontwpnj.net, or call 908-510-0399. All checks made payable to: Jackson PBA #168.
1ST Annual Cigar Night JACKSON – The Jackson Township PBA 168 is sponsoring a 1st Annual Cigar Night on April 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Jackson Mills Fire Station 54, 550 W Commodore Boulevard in Jackson. Tickets are $75 and includes beer, food and three premium cigars. Door prizes and raffles. Whiskey tasting available. Live music by I AM Curble. Cigars provided by
Bullet Branch. It’s suggested that you bring a comping/lawn chair. Funds raised help support the officers riding in the Police Unity Tour. Tickets are now available to purchase. Any questions or to purchase tickets contact: P.O. Matthew Kalbach at mkalbach@jacksontwpnj.net or P.O. Andrew Lopez at alopez@jacksontwpnj.net.
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JACKSON – Jackson Township has announced their 2022 Easter Egg Hunt for April 16 at John F. Johnson Jr. Memorial Park, 200 Kierych Memorial Drive, Jackson. Rain date April 23. Parents/siblings will not be permitted to assist children. Children should come prepared with a basket or container to hold their eggs. Bring your camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny. For more information, call the Recreation De-
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– Fine Arts Center, 101 Don Connors Boulevard, Jackson. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased by calling 732-833-6131 or 732-928-0200 or email JacksonNJRotary@gmail.com. Refreshments will be available at a cost. Donations accepted.
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$20.5M Settlement Reached Over NJ Transit Bill TRENTON – Acting Attorney General Andrew J. Bruck announced that Academy Bus, LLC (Academy) and several related entities and individuals will pay a total of $20.5 million to resolve the State’s lawsuit accusing the defendants of overcharging New Jersey Transit by underreporting missed bus trips and by over-billing for hours and miles driven. The agreement represents the State’s largest-ever False Claims Act settlement outside the healthcare sector. In November 2020, the State intervened in a former Academy employee’s whistleblower lawsuit against the company, which advertises itself as the nation’s largest private transportation company. The State’s complaint alleged that Academy engaged in an “extensive multi-year, multi-million-dollar fraud” by failing to report tens of thousands of missed bus trips between April 2012 and December 2018. The complaint further alleged that the missed bus trips caused the riding public along the affected bus lines to suffer. In addition to the monetary payment, Academy is requi red u nder today’s settlement to implement specific steps designed to strengthen its internal accountability from drivers to executives and to provide greater transparency in any contracts with NJ Transit. Among other measures, Academy has agreed to retain an independent Integrity Oversight Monitor and create new policies, procedures and training efforts to ensure the accurate reporting of missed bus trips, hours logged and miles driven. “This settlement sends a clear message: defrauding the state doesn’t pay,” said Acting Attorney General Bruck. “We are not only requiring the cor porate defendants to pay more than the amount of their alleged fraud. We also are holding individual defendants financially responsible and requiring Academy Bus to adopt corrective measures designed to prevent similar misconduct in the future.” During the period at issue in the State’s complaint, Academy operated seven NJ Transit bus routes in the Hudson and South Hudson service areas. The seven NJ Transit routes Academy handled involved approximately 175,000 bus trips each year. Academy billed NJ Transit approximately $12 million annually for its services, while NJ Transit retained all bus fares that Academy collected along the routes. Under its contract with NJ Transit, Academy was required to report the number of bus trips that were missed for each bus route on a monthly basis. An individual “trip” is when a bus travels
from one end-point of a route to the other end-point of a route. NJ Transit would then deduct an assessment for each missed trip. Academy also charged NJ Transit contractually-agreed-upon fees for miles and hours driven along bus routes it handled for the agency. Academy could not charge fees for hours and miles driven for buses that did not run. The State’s complaint alleged that Academy overcharged NJ Transit in at least two ways. First, by underreporting to NJ Transit the number of bus trips it had missed for each month, Academy avoided millions of dollars of missed trip deductions from the monthly invoices. Second, Academy billed NJ Transit for miles and hours driven for buses that had not actually run. The complaint also alleged that Academy’s internal records tracked two sets of bus trip numbers – the “real” number of missed bus trips (which Academy labeled “RN”) and an adjusted set of numbers that was always significantly lower, and which Academy submitted to NJ Transit. According to the allegations in the complaint, the gap between the “real number” of missed trips and the number actually submitted to NJ Transit shrunk during periods when Academy knew NJ Transit was actively monitoring Academy’s performance. Under the settlement, Academy must do the following with respect to any contract or agreement to operate NJ Transit bus lines: • Submit with each invoice to NJ Transit a personal certification from a Senior Vice-President, Chief Financial Officer or such person’s designee that attests to the accuracy of the submission, as well as to the accuracy of the supporting Daily and Monthly Reports of Operation. • Retain for a period of three years an independent Integrity Oversight Monitor -- approved by NJ Transit and paid by Academy -- to oversee the accuracy of its internal documentation of bus trip operations, as well as the accuracy of invoices and missed trip and miles and hours reporting. • Implement new policies and procedures to ensure accurate reporting of missed trips and hours and miles driven. The new policies and procedures must include staff training on accurate reporting, the maintenance of adequate records and databases, and adequate document retention. • Create bus operator training policies that ensure the proper use of all provided equipment, including proper use of Clever Devices and other telematics, as (Bill - See Page 11)
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Continued From Page 10 well as the proper reporting of equipment malfunctions. • Create procedures that Academy road super visors must employ to ensu re conformity to contracted bus service regulations, as well as driver adherence to specific bus routes and accident reporting. In addition to Hoboken-based Academy Bus, today’s settlement includes affiliated corporate defendants Academy Lines, LLC; Academy Express, LLC; and No. 22 Hillside, LLC, as well as individual defendants Antonio Luna, formerly an
The Jackson Times, February 26, 2022, Page 11 assistant manager at No. 22 Hillside, LLC; Eddie Rosario, a general manager at No. 22 Hillside, LLC; Thomas Scullin, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for all of the corporate defendants and Frank DiPalma, the Controller of each of the corporate defendants. The settlement includes payments of $150,000 from Scullin and $50,000 each from Rosario and Luna. Pursuant to the False Claims Act, a portion of the monetary settlement will be paid to Hector Peralta, a former Academy employee who filed a whistleblower complaint against the company. Under the settlement, Academy and the other corporate and individual defendants make no admission of wrongdoing or liability.
New Jersey Responds To Hate With Art LAKEWOOD – In an effort to combat rising anti-Semitism in New Jersey and across the United States, the State of New Jersey is releasing the Morris Katz Presidential Art Collection as part of its educational curriculum in high school and universities to promote tolerance and acceptance of Jews. Under Governor Phil Murphy’s leadership, New Jersey already set itself apart in the fight against anti-Semitism, becoming the first U.S. state to rise to the challenge of Holocaust denial and anti-Semitism while simultaneously promoting appreciation of the U.S. and increasing students’ patriotism. Art is a universal language, and the historic Presidential Art Collection is especially poignant as it incorporates a unique perspective – that of a highly accomplished Holocaust survivor – on the most patriotic form of art possible. The New Jersey Commission on Holocaust Education, an arm of the New Jersey Department of Education, has made resources available for schools to meet the requirements for Holocaust Education. To help in that endeavor, the Ortho-
dox Jewish Chamber of Commerce is offering a free program, the Mor ris Katz President Collection, available through virtual and print media that can be used to meet these educational goals. These paintings can serve as a gateway to classroom lessons, whether they focus on a specific president in terms of American histor y, a conversation about art, or one from the perspective of a Holocaust survivor and patriot who began a new life as an artist. Duvi Honig, CEO and founder of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber (OJC), said, “At a time filled with so much hate, anger, and ant isem it ism, educat ion brings unity and love. That is why this art presentation is so important.” This Chamber has created the Morris Katz Foundation so that anyone can visit the virtual Morris Katz President Collection at MorrisKatz.org to educate themselves and others. Educators w it h add it ional i nqui res can submit a request for more informat ion at: nj.gov/educat ion/ broadcasts/2022/feb/02/ResourcesAvailableforSchools-MorrisKatz-ThePresidentialCollection.pdf.
Basketball Free Throw Contest
JACKSON – Knights of Columbus Council 6201 (Howell/Jackson) is sponsoring the annual Basketball Free Throw Contest on February 27 at the St. Aloysius School Gym, 935 Bennetts Mills Road in Jackson. All boys and girls ages 9 through 14 are invited to participate. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. and the competition will begin at 1 p.m. Winners of the competition will
move onto the district competition which will be conducted right after the council competition. All contestants on the local level will be recognized for their participation in the event. Participants are required to furnish proof of age and written parental consent. For more information, contact Frank Schear at kofc6201info@gmail.com.
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Where parents have minor children, they often want to establish trusts in their Wills for the benefit of the minor children in the event that both parents should pass away. In such a case, the money is held in the trust for the benefit of the children. A person called the “trustee” is appointed by the Will to manage the trust on behalf of the children. Most trusts for the benefit of minor children allow the money to be used for their health, education, maintenance and support. The term “education” usually also refers to college education. There are several ways to go about doing this. The most common ways are the (1) common trust or (2) the separate trust. In the common trust, all of the money is held until the youngest child reaches an age specified in the Will. Upon the youngest child reaching the specified age, the monies remaining in the trust are then distributed to all of the children. In a separate trust, the assets are divided among the children and a separate trust is created for each child and each child receives their trust when the each reach the specified age. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? The advantage of the common trust is that the money is held until the youngest child reaches the specified age. In this way, the trustee can use the money in the trust and if necessary, spend more of the money in the trust on one child as opposed to the
others. As a parent, most people would be willing to spend everything they had on one child at the expense of the other children if that child required greater care than the other children. By using a common trust, you give the trustee the flexibility to do this. The drawback to the common trust is that the older children will have to wait a longer period of time to receive their share of the inheritance depending upon the age of the youngest child. This could be a disadvantage if there is a significant age difference between the youngest and oldest child. The advantage of the separate trust is that each child will receive their share of the estate when they reach the specified age. This means that the older children do not have to wait for their inheritance until the youngest child reaches the specified age. The drawback to the separate trust is the trustee can only use the money in that individual child’s trust for the care of that child. If one child requires significantly more care than the other children, the trustee is limited to the amount of money in that child’s trust and cannot use the money in the other trusts. Which trust is better for you for your is something to be discussed with your estate planning attorney when making up your Will.
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Around The Jersey Shore Tragedy Shines Light On Domestic Violence
By Chris Lundy ST. AUGUSTINE, FL – A murder-suicide involving a for mer Toms River resident is causing the community to focus on how domestic violence is more common than people realize and what can be done about it. Detective Daniel Leyden was on vacation with his girlfriend, Sheriff’s Deputy Abigail Bieber. They both worked for the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. Police said that during an argument, Leyden murdered Bieber before turning the gun on himself. It is unclear if Leyden, who used to live in Toms River, was ever a police officer in New Jersey. When news of the tragedy spread to Toms River, people wanted to know how a rising star in the department with a bright future in law enforcement did this. A social media post made by a previous girlfriend made claims of domestic violence, and also said that her accusations had been ignored by his superiors. The Sheriff’s Department put out a statement that read, in part: “The recent allegations made against Daniel Leyden are deeply concerning and are being investigated, and we welcome anyone with information to please come forward and speak with detectives.” How To Spot Domestic Violence The Toms River Times reached out to Dottie’s House, a domestic violence shelter in Ocean County. Clinical Program Supervisor Jamie Peto and Case Manager Karen Kirton spoke about how to recognize abuse and how to escape it. They are not familiar with the case and spoke generally about these topics. Domestic violence comes in many forms, which makes it sometimes difficult to spot, they said. It’s not always physical or sexual violence. It could be financial, where the abuser takes control of all resources and tells the victim how they will never survive on their own without them. It is often emotional, where the victim is belittled and talked down to. Emotional and verbal abuse is still abuse. One thing abusers have in common is that they isolate their victim from their family and friends. They only see the abuser’s family and friends. “They gain control and don’t allow the victim to have any outside support or contacts,” Peto said. Some get physical right away but some use charisma to get what they want, Kirton explained. They come off as very charming, and someone who might be a great provider. “Most people in their life wouldn’t know that they are an abuser.”
The abuser might appear to be trying to help but they are really taking control of situations, Peto said. The victim might have a bad family situation, and the abuser appears to be a knight in shining armor taking them out of that family situation. But what they are really doing is taking control of the victim and cutting them off from a part of their life. Cycles Of Abuse Many abusive couples go through a cycle of abuse. Everything is OK for a while, maybe even great. Then things slowly take a turn for the worst. The situation hits rock bottom and then the abuser apologizes and things are back to being OK for a while. “They are trying to pull you back in,” Peto said. They make it hard to leave. “You think things are going to get better even if they aren’t.” Just because things are fine for a time doesn’t mean you’re not in an abusive situation, she warned. This is a common cycle, and if it looks familiar, you probably need some help getting out. Dottie’s House encourages education for children in middle school to learn what a healthy relationship is. “Even at an early age, they need to see what love looks like.” Peto shared that a lot of abuse victims come from a family where there was abuse between parents. They saw that as normal. They might even seek out a partner that is similar to the abusive parent. They are perpetuating the cycle. How To Get Help Experts say the first thing you should do is call the National Domestic Violence Hotline, which is available 24 hours a day: 800-799-7233. If your health or safety is in danger, call the police. When someone realizes they are in a situation like this, they often don’t know where to go for help. They don’t have any money of their own. They are not sure what will happen to the children. There are a lot of questions. They might not even know they have options, Kirton said. Visiting web sites like DottiesHouse.org can help educate you. Most domestic violence websites have a panic button on them, Peto said. That means you can research a program online. And if your partner walks in, you can click the button and it will delete it from your search history. As the Hillsborough Sheriff’s Office said: “No one should be afraid to come forward, because doing so could save not only your life, but the life of a future victim.” (Violence - See Page 13)
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Continued From Page 12 The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24 hours a day: 800273-8255. About Abby According to the Orlando Sentinel, Bieber, 30, worked with the department since 2018. She was described as a role model for children. “As a passionate advocate for child v ict i m s, De put y Biebe r f re que ntly and diligently responded to calls for service related to sexual battery and child abuse,” the department said in a statement. “Deputy Abigail Bieber was an outstanding law enforcement officer, and by all accounts, an even better person who left a positive impact on ever y member of her squad and the countless members of our community who she encountered while on patrol,” Sheriff Chad Chronister said in a statement. “This t ragedy has lef t our sheriff ’s
The Jackson Times, February 26, 2022, Page 13 office family grief-stricken. There is a void within our hearts that can never be filled, but I hope that Deputy Bieber’s legacy will be the way she lived her life, as a self less servant.” As a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputy, she worked patrol shifts but also worked undercover. She aspired to work as a detective in the Special Victims Section, investigating crimes against children. “Additionally, Abby worked many off-duty shifts at Tampa Bay Downs whe r e , o n c e a g a i n , he r i n fe c t iou s personality and enthusiasm made her many deep and abiding friendships,” her obituary stated. In lieu of f lowers, donations may be made in her name to the Mary Lee’s House, 2806 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa, 33607 (/maryleeshouse.org); Max and Me Pet Rescue, 12191 W. Linebaugh Ave. #554, Tampa, FL 33626; or The Boys and girls Club c/o Sam and Laurice Hachem Foundation Club at Town ‘n country Park, 6039 Hanley Road, Tampa, FL 33634.
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NOTICE OF MEETING FOR THE BOARD OF SCHOOL ESTIMATE OF THE OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the meeting of the Board of School Estimate of the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District is scheduled for Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at 3:15 p.m., in the Ocean County Administration Building, 101 Hooper Avenue, Room 304, Toms River, New Jersey, for the purpose of reviewing and approving the proposed budget for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District for the 2022-2023 school year. Formal action will be taken at this meeting.
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These are all soft sounds that are easy to miss once hearing becomes less acute. Listening to music elevates mood and improves cognition. Hearing your favorite song stimulates memory and creativity, and promotes the release of a feel-good chemical called dopamine. Studies have shown that the type of music is irrelevant as long as you love it. In addition to lifting your spirits, music evokes memories. Recalling events and feelings from the past isn’t just a pleasant experience; it also helps you resist cognitive decline by exercising your brain. Film dialogue, old commercial jingles, and even household noise like a humming refrigerator can also stir those long-slumbering parts of the psyche and help you feel more connected to your world. You may not expect to miss these types of sounds once hearing loss sets in, but they all provide important stimuli that help orient you physically and emotionally. CALL US TODAY! Dr. Izzy & his Staff are here to answer most of your hearing health questions. We can be reached at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstatehearing.com.
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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
3 Critical Uses For Horse Chestnut Herb By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Researching this popular herb was a lot of fun and I will share what I learned about it today. Horse chestnut is so called because every autumn, the distinctive horseshoe-shaped imprint is left behind on the tree twigs when old leaves are shed! Known botanically as Aesculus hippocastanum, this herb is very useful for circulation. It contains “aescin” which you can research on your own. This compound is naturally found in high amounts in horse chestnut and is responsible for the benefits of the herb. In fact, there are a lot of studies that show aescin helps your blood vessels, edema of the legs, bulging veins, and more. As for commercially prepared dietary supplements and teas, here are proposed benefits which you can talk to your doctor about: 1. Blood Thinning Properties. Horse chestnut also naturally contains a compound that thins the blood which is good for people prone to blood hypercoagulability. This activity by horse chestnut herb makes it a little bit harder for fluid to come out of your capillaries, which in turn help prevent water retention. Similarly, with prescribed anticoagulant medications - the blood thinning properties of those drugs are commonly used to treat or prevent DVT (deep vein thrombosis). Leg swelling improves on those medications. Could you use horse chestnut instead? The question should be posed to your hematologist. Keep in mind that with herbal remedies, they are not as strong as drugs, and physicians are not aware of herbal interactions, so
the answer will probably be “no.” 2. Blood Clot Formation. We know that this herb can inhibit COX-2 and lipoxygenase, as well as some leukotrienes and prostaglandins. These are substances you naturally make in your body, and they are good for you right up until the point they tilt too high! Horse chestnut is useful in reducing levels of these compounds and as such helps reduce risk of dangerous blood clots. These activities (due to aescin) are why horse chestnut is such a popular folk remedy for vein problems in the legs. 3. Venous Insufficiency. Horse chestnut is useful because it improves blood flow in the veins, which could improve leg pain, edema, calf spasm, itchy legs and heavy legs. There is a lot of research on PubMed about chronic venous insufficiency. Side effects of the herb may occur and include dizziness, digestive upset, headache, itching or hypersensitivities. This is a good place to remind you that RAW horse chestnut seed, bark, leaf and flower contain esculin which is unsafe to use. If you already take blood thinners, or if you have a blood clotting disorder (as examples DVT, venous insufficiency, thrombosis, or a platelet abnormality), horse chestnut supplements may not be right for you. The herb can further thin the blood and speak to your doctor first before taking any product containing it. If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, please sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email it to you.
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Around The Jersey Shore Local Creators Share Tale Of A Beloved Dog By Chris Lundy ISLAND HEIGHTS – Bear has a best friend named Ziggy. But one day, Ziggy had to go away because his leg was hurt. What was Bear to do? This is the story of a cockapoo named Bear and a Sato named Ziggy. Ken Stauffer’s dog is Bear and his son Kyle has Ziggy. They are inseparable and had so much character – especially when they were together. Both dogs came from the same adoption center, but they didn’t know each other until much later. Everyone wonders what’s going on in their pet’s head. What are they thinking? Why are they so goofy sometimes? “My dog, Bear, has a little bit of whimsey,” Ken said. He thought that the pooch did so many funny things that he should write a book about him. Finally, he did. That’s how “Bear Learns To Play Alone” was born. Bear was sad that Ziggy couldn’t come over to play for a while, and this is the story of how he coped. Of course, it should be a children’s book. It’s so accessible and it’s the type of story that a child would love. But how do you get Bear’s effervescent charisma to pop off the page? A friend is a teacher at the Ocean County Artists’ Guild, located in Island Heights. She put him in touch with her student, Emily O’Shea, who is studying to be an art teacher. “She did exactly what was needed on ev-
ery page,” he said. “She captured the dogs’ personalities.” “I met Bear a few times,” Emily said. “He’s really playful, and super sweet.” They were together at the Guild to do a signing. When she was asked to sign the book, she sketched Bear on the inside cover as well. Kim Skillman is the cofounder of Best Friends Fur Ever in Brick where the dogs came from. She attended the signing as well, to help find new fosters. She said Ziggy was originally fostered before being adopted. Bear had been surrendered to them by the owner. As soon as a picture was posted on social media, Kyle Stauffer saw him and told his dad about him. The group is always looking for foster parents for pets – someone to take care of a dog before they get adopted. The best way to reach out is via email: BFFDogRescueNJ@gmail.com The book is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble online, and other ebook locations.
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New Children’s Hospital Breaks Ground In Toms River By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Officials, physicians and special guests gathered to break ground on the future Children’s Specialized Hospital of the Community Medical Center and RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group. The ceremony was hosted by Community Medical Center (CMC), CSH and RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group. Upon its completion, the three-story medical building will be shared by CMC and CSH both RWJBarnabas Health facilities, as well as RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group Orthopedic and Primary Care services. The christening of the future 86,000 square-foot medical hub located at 1251 Route 37 West featured Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill and Major League All-Star Todd Frazier and his wife, Jackie Frazier who serve as the honorary co-chairs of Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH) Foundation Capital Campaign. “The Toddfather” is a third baseman who is currently a free agent. He was on the legendary 1998 Little League World Series team. His wife is a New Jersey native as well. After their youngest son Grant was hospitalized briefly, the couple developed a greater understanding for the work being done at CSH. Jackie Frazier said “when we were presented the opportunity to serve as co-chairs for such an amazing organization, we decided that especially since it was going to have a facility here in Toms River that is five minutes from our home, how could we give back to our community any better. We are so excited to see this brought to our community and hopefully change a lot of children’s’ lives here.” Todd Frazier added that his son “is doing a lot better now but to think about the children who are going through tough times and parents who are trying to figure out having to drive two hours here or four hours
to a certain area…now those who live in this area can take an easier drive. I want to thank all of you who have put all the hard work into this.” CMC Chief Executive Officer Patrick Ahearn told Micromedia Publications, that they are expecting to open next year. “We’ll have about 10 of our physicians from Community Medical Center in the building and there’ll be 20 or so from Children’s Specialized Hospital if not more than that. We’ll be one of their major locations for kids. “We will have orthopedic surgeons and primary care physicians in the building. Because of the surgery center we’ll have quite a lot of surgeons that don’t live in the building but will work in the building. Some of them may have an office right down the road here less than a mile away. They’ll do their office hours and come here and do their surgeries and go back to their offices,” he said. Ahearn noted the additional medical hubs that have been added to Barnegat, east Toms River “and this is the one that is probably the most ambitious.” One of those orthopedic surgeons is Dr. Chanakya “Sean” Jandhyala, of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group. He said “this building will provide state of the art health care. We are going to have a new X-ray machine that will be in the office that will provide 3-D views of anatomy for us and an ambulatory surgery center so that means outpatient surgeries that can be done in the office.” “Patients can get shoulder scopes, knee scopes, hip replacements done here and minimally invasive spine surgery done in an outpatient setting so they won’t have to go into a hospital setting,” Dr. Jandhyala said. Mayor Hill served on the Board of CMC for several years and said he understood well the importance of the forthcoming medical facility. Joking with Ahearn he
also noted the importance of a ratable for the township. He presented a certificate to Ahearn for the groundbreaking of CSH. “These centers are becoming the big thing with health care now and a lot of the procedures that used to be done in the hospital are being done in surgery centers,” the mayor added. Lacey Committeeman Peter Curatolo who works for the Ocean County Health Department was present at the ceremony. He concurred with Ahearn and told Micromedia Publications “it is a win-win for those parents and children here in Ocean County.” “Children Specialized has a 130-year
commitment to children and youth with special health care needs,” CSH President and CEO, Dr. Matthew B. McDonald III said. “Today is a remarkable milestone where we will have the opportunity to serve those kids in this community.” Mark Montenero, CSH Foundation Board of Trustees; Capital Campaign Co-Chair; President of Autoland Toyota, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, and RAM Trucks said, “we are rolling out a $45 million fundraising campaign to support this amazing hospital. When our mission is complete there will be four more new outpatient centers including the one, we are breaking ground on today.”
─Photo By Bob Vosseller Todd Frazier, a Toms River graduate who previously played for the New York Yankees and New York Mets joins his wife Jackie and their young son during a ground breaking for the new children’s hospital. They serve as the honorary co-chairs of Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH) Foundation Capital Campaign.
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Annual Chef’s Night Out Returns But At New Location By Alyssa Riccardi LACEY – After canceling last year due to the pandemic, one of OCVTS’ biggest events returns on March 7 with the 25th Annual International Chef’s Night Out. Enjoy dozens of local restaurants, caterers, bakeries, specialty stores and more. Attendees can sample a variety of sweet and savory delicacies, and later vote for their favorite. Returning will also be a 50/50 raffle valued at up to $10,000. This year, the event will be offering a cash
bar instead of having wineries or breweries as vendors, Education Consultant Nancy Weber-Loeffert told Jersey Shore Online. The event will be making its grand return but at a new location this year: The Lacey Elks Lodge. Weber-Loeffert said that the new location will hold nearly 800 people, allowing lots of room to indulge in some delicious cuisines. “The past couple years we’ve had the event at the RWJ Barnabas Arena next to Toms River High School North. We always hold the event on the first Monday of March and
unfortunately the Arena wasn’t unavailable,” Weber-Loeffert said. “But that gave us the amazing opportunity to hold it at the Lacey Elks Lodge. Several members of the OCVTS Foundation are members of the Elks and they suggested the location. There are two beautiful banquet halls and it’s really going to be a great addition this year.” Proceeds from the event go to scholarships for adult learners that attend Ocean County Vocational School and state of the art equipment for Ocean County Vocational School students.
The event will be following all local COVID-19 protocols, and proper sanitation will be taking place, Weber-Loeffert said. Advanced tickets are $50 instead of the past price of $60. Those interested can purchase tickets by visiting OCVTSFoundation.org. The 25th Annual International Chef’s Night Out will take place on March 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Lacey Elks Lodge, 900 Beach Boulevard, Forked River. For more information, contact Nancy Weber-Loeffert at 732581-1263.
Mental Health Association Offering Online Support Group
OCEAN COUNTY – A new, online support and discussion group for women in the workplace is being offered by a nonprofit organization, The Mental Health Association in New Jersey, which has an affiliate office in Ocean County. The focus is on women who have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual intimidation or abuse on the job. The group, called Life in Waves, is meeting
online twice a month via the Zoom App. The meeting is founded and facilitated by women who have experienced these challenges. A mental health professional with lived experience as a survivor of trauma is an advisor to the facilitators. “Our area of South Jersey employs many women in occupations frequently associated with a higher risk for these experiences. Think about all the waitresses, housekeepers, massage ther-
apists, lifeguards, nurses and the many women working in the service industry,” said Bern Trendler, a wellness program manager. “This group provides a safe space to provide support and have an open discussion about topics like gender roles and power balances.” Trendler said women who have faced these situations can experience negative health outcomes, including sleep disorders, depression,
anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. Through the group, members share resources and strategies to improve their mental health. Life in Waves meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. To receive a link for this meeting, call The Mental Health Association at 609-652-3800 or email lifeinwaves@mhanj.org.
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Photo Of The Week
Following that snow storm last month, photographer Craig Gesicki spotted this fox hanging out on a frozen Lake Carasaljo in Lakewood. The Jersey Shore has amazing photographers and animals - that’s for sure!
Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over
JACKSON – Law enforcement officials from Jackson Township will be cracking down on drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs as part of the annual end of year “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” statewide campaign. Beginning December 3 and continuing through January 1, local, county, and state law enforcement officials will conduct saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints looking for motorists who may be driving while intoxicated. The national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” effort endeavors to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving through a combination of high-visibility enforcement and public education. “During the last five years New Jersey has experienced more than 35,000 alcohol involved crashes resulting in 618 fatalities,” said Jackson Traffic Safety Officer Edward Travisano. “This is a critical law enforcement program that can save lives during a time of the year when social gatherings with alcohol increase the risk of impaired driving.” Last year, 23% of all motor vehicle fatalities
in New Jersey were alcohol-related. Nationally, 10,142 people died in 2019 in drunk driving crashes. The societal cost associated with these crashes is estimated to be $44 billion annually. Law enforcement agencies participating in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over 2021 Year End Holiday Crackdown offer the following advice for the holiday season: • Take mass transit, a taxicab, or ask a sober friend to drive you home. • Spend the night where the activity or party is held. • If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement. Your actions may save someone’s life, and inaction could cost a life. • Always buckle-up, every ride. It’s your best defense against an impaired driver. • If you are intoxicated and traveling on foot, the safest way to get home is to take a cab or have a sober friend or family member drive or escort you to your doorstep. • Be responsible. If someone you know is drinking, do not let that person get behind the wheel.
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N EW EGY P T – T he New Eg y pt Volunteer Fire Company, located at 59 Main St reet New Egy pt, will be hosting their “All You Can Eat” Fried Oyster and Chicken Salad Dinner on April 3. Visitors have the option to sit down or order take out. Tickets are $30 and on sale ever y Thursday night from 6 to 7 p.m. at f irehouse. Any questions call 609-752-2484.
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You Have The Power To Protect Against The Flu
N EW J ERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Health is reminding residents that everyone six months of age and older is recommended to receive a yearly f lu vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend f lu vaccination preferably by the end of October since f lu activity could surge this season due to increased travel and the return of more in-person activities. “The risk of both f lu and COVID-19 spreading this winter can place an additional burden on hospitals and frontline healthcare professionals,” said Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. “Flu and COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time. Taking advantage of this opportunity could help to reduce serious illnesses, keep our residents healthy, and save lives.” Flu vaccination prevents millions of illnesses and flu-related doctor’s visits each year. Despite these benefits, only about half of New Jersey residents ages 18 and older received their flu vaccine during the 2020-2021 season. Additionally, disparities in race were seen both nationally and in New Jersey with black individuals ages six months and older having the lowest vaccination coverage (approximately 43 percent) as compared to other race and ethnicities. Increases in coverage from the prior year were seen among New Jersey adults 65 and older (77.8 percent) and those ages 18-64 with high-risk health conditions (55.5 percent). Although f lu vaccination is recommended for everyone ages six months and older, certain people are at greater risk for serious complications from the f lu. Those at high risk include: • Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old; • People 65 years of age and older; • Pregnant women and women up to 2 weeks after end of pregnancy; • American Indians and Alaskan Natives; • People who have medical conditions such as asthma, heart disease, and diabetes. Flu vaccination should also be a priority for persons who live with or care for individuals at higher risk for inf luenza-related complications. This includes healthcare personnel and household contacts of children less than six months of age, since these children are too young to receive the f lu vaccine. The Department is collaborating with the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Nor ther n New Jersey for its Power to Protect NJ statewide f lu campaign to encourage residents to get vaccinated to protect themselves and others. The campaign includes posters, frequently asked questions, videos, and images that can be shared on social media. “The f lu vaccine is safe, effective and widely available,” said Commissioner Persichilli. “This campaign is a reminder that each of us has the POWER TO PROTECT ourselves, our families, and
our communities by getting vaccinated.” The Department currently has two other initiatives to help promote flu prevention among other health and community partners, the New Jersey Influenza Honor Roll and the NJ College & University Flu Challenge. The Honor Roll recognizes institutions that encourage and promote flu prevention within their communities
across the state. There are four eligible categories to participate: businesses, community-based organizations, institutions of education and healthcare facilities. The Flu Challenge is a separate initiative designed to engage college students in a friendly competition to improve flu vaccination coverage on their campuses. Flu vaccination is available at health-
care provider offices, pharmacies, federally qualified health centers and local health departments. To view additional f lu statistics, visit: cdc.gov/flu/fluvaxview/interactive-general-population.htm For more information about inf luenza, visit the Department’s f lu website: nj.gov/health/cd/topics/f lu.shtml.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of FEB 26 - MAR 4
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may be drawn toward something that will prove to be unsustainable. The spirit is willing although your bank account might not be able to keep up with your fine taste and wishful thinking in the week ahead. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Friends and loved ones may spark fresh ideas and perspectives or teach you something that is new, different or inspirational. Use them as a sounding board and benefit from their valuable feedback in the week to come. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Sensibility is the word of the week. Keep your feet on the ground when your head is in the clouds. You will do your job better in the second half of the week when you are more selfless and goal-oriented. CANCER (June 21-July 22): It is probably a good day to enjoy social outings or discuss your goals and dreams with a partner or loved one. Your schedule during the upcoming week may revolve around other people’s activities and pet projects. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may have an opportunity to splurge on something that satisfies one of your hidden longings. Don’t be provoked by someone’s unrealistic expectations in the middle of the week as any misunderstanding should blow over quickly. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Elevate from revelations. Note inspiring ideas and enjoy meeting new people in group settings as the week unfolds. You may be hoping for a specific black and white answer when the truth might dwell in a gray area.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Friendships may be a more comfortable fit than passionate romances in the coming week. There could be instances when you pursue something that isn’t quite what it seems. Get the facts so you can make an educated decision. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Use your best manners to avoid complications. Disagreements over possessions or money could upset your happy home during the next few days. By the end of the week, your thoughtful ideas will be better accepted. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You sometimes spend without reservation but might not be as sharp about handling business affairs and finances as you think. You could be able to spontaneously express your creative side during the last half of the week. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be showered with affection in the upcoming week, breathe it all in and enjoy. Your active social life may bring you in contact with new groups or organizations. Work hard and watch your money. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There is no remote control that lets you fast-forward past the boring parts of life. Avoid making major decisions about your home or family in the week to come because you may be unclear about the facts and details. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A chance meeting with an influential person can change your fortunes. Remain poised to meet new people in the week ahead. Their ideals and inspiring stories can spark an interest in choosing better goals.
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THESE CRISPS LIVE UP TO THEIR NAME By America’s Test Kitchen
Vegetables and fruits such as carrots and zucchini (surprise -- a zucchini is technically a fruit!) are mostly made up of water. (A zucchini or carrot is about 95% water.) It can be a challenge to deal with all that water when cooking or baking -- no one likes soggy zucchini bread! One of salt’s many superpowers is that it can pull water out of food. Plants are made up of countless tiny cells. When you sprinkle salt on vegetables and fruits, some of the water inside the cells is pulled out toward the salt. This process is called osmosis. Squeezing the shredded zucchini and carrot in a towel gets some of the water out, but salting them and letting osmosis do its work lets you squeeze out double the water! So, for crisps that are crispy -- not soggy -- use salt to draw out that extra water before cooking.
CHEESY ZUCCHINI-CARROT CRISPS
Serves 2 to 4 (Makes 12 crisps) 1 small zucchini (6 ounces) 1 small carrot, peeled 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (1 ounce) 1 large egg, cracked into bowl and lightly beaten with fork 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1. Adjust oven rack to the upper-middle position and heat to 425 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with vegetable oil spray. 2. Trim off the ends of the zucchini and carrot. Shred zucchini and carrot on the large holes of a box grater. 3. Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl. Transfer shredded vegetables to a strainer and sprinkle with salt. Stir until combined. Let sit for 10 minutes to drain. 4. Place a clean dish towel on counter. When salted vegetables are ready, transfer to the center of the dish towel. Gather the ends of towel together, twist tightly, and squeeze hard over the sink, draining as much liquid as possible. Discard any liquid from the large bowl and add vegetables to the bowl. 5. Add panko, cheddar, egg, and garlic powder to bowl with the vegetables. Stir mixture until combined. 6. Use a 1-tablespoon measuring spoon to scoop and drop the vegetable mixture onto a baking sheet in 12 mounds (about 1 heaping tablespoon each). Use your hand to gently press each mound to flatten into a thin circle. 7. Bake crisps until edges are browned, 13 to 15 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and place on a cooling rack. Let crisps cool for 10 minutes. Serve.
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