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─Photo courtesy Jim Welshman Jim Welshman is using his fitness journey to inspire others to help veterans. By Chris Lundy rides his bike, swims, Marines in 2008. “I was 190 pounds. BER K ELEY – A and jogs to keep in downloaded the boot His son had received local man cites his son great shape. The start camp training app.” the Eagle Globe and as his inspiration to be of his f it ness jou rHe said he was 250 Anchor pin upon gradhealthy, and he hopes ney didn’t come with pounds at the start of uating, and he gifted to share his story to a starter pistol but a his training. By the it to his father. It was inspire others as well. more m ilit a r y one. time family day at the a proud moment for Jim Welshman, 64, His son entered the corps came around, he (Vet - See Page 7)
Lucky Weather Greets Downtown’s Inaugural Irish Fest By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER – The luck of the Irish worked its magic as Washington Street overflowed with bright smiles at Toms River’s Inaugural Irish Fest. Organizers took a chance on unpredictable March weather
b efor e t he r eg u l a r emergence of spring sunshine to the area. Amazingly, the event came together with whimsical insight in less than a month. The Downtown Toms River Business Improvement Dist r ict (“BID”) began closing off a portion of Wash-
ington Street on nice evenings and during special events. Word of mouth traditionally attracts locals and vacationers to join in festival fun, including the opportunity to enjoy food, drink, and entertainment outdoors. “We’ve done an event each month and found
the downtown nights out were quite successful last year,” said Gary Morrison of Battle River Brewing. “Things usually don’t start until May, and when we thought about it, we decided March was a great time for a St. Patty’s Day event.” Morrison said he and
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Board Member’s Social Media Posts Called Racist By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – A Central Regional Board of Education member’s social media posts are being called racist by members of the public who came out to a recent meeting asking for her to be punished. The board member said that the posts were taken out of context. Heather Koenig joined the board in January as a representative from Berkeley. Her posts were memes – pictures with text on them that she shared from other accounts. Of the three that were shown to The Berkeley Times, only one had her own words. “Sorry but not sorry” was written when the image was shared. This one showed a Black man complaining about the Jan. 6 insurrection attempt using slang. Another post compared a veteran’s struggle to an (Social - See Page 4)
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By Chris Lundy JERSEY SHORE – Legislative districts were redrawn – and some might say gerrymandered – for the next ten years. What does this mean for you? Every ten years, congressional maps are redrawn. The new ones coincided with the 2020 census data that came in. The state districts have already changed but the federal ones will change in January of 2023. This article just focuses on the Ocean and Monmouth county towns. The Second, Third and Fourth Congressional Districts are in the coverage area of the newspapers under the Jersey Shore Online banner. Gerrymandering is the process of drawing congressional districts based on how they vote. Ocean County – especially the southern (Lawmaker - See Page 5)
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Continued From Page 1 athlete’s bad behavior with a tag line “Stop making stupid people famous.” And the third attempted to call out what critics say is the hypocrisy of Black Lives Matter. Residents and local leaders came out to speak about how those posts made them feel. Will Jacobs is a Central teacher as well as a graduate. He said he remembered f ights breaking out because of race when he was a student. When he got his teaching certificate, people asked why he would go back to Central. He said it was important for students of all races to see a Black teacher. But now that he sees what a board member really thinks, he worries about his job. Joseph Provenzano said he’s a recent Central graduate. When he was in the JROTC and football team, “we were always taught to do better.” He acknowledged that Koenig has a 1st Amendment right to post whatever she wants, “but when you’re in the public eye, you’ve got to do better.” Pastor Donnie Clyburn said that schools are places for people to learn not only about subject matter but about each other as well. “I don’t understand every culture, but I know right and wrong,” he said. “That’s not culture; that’s character.”
Bahiyyah Abdullah, president of the Toms R iver area NA ACP, said that students need to feel safe and secure in order to succeed. They can’t do that if someone in charge of their education is acting in this way. She asked the board to take disciplinary actions against Koenig. During the meeting, the board passed a resolution recognizing the requirements of the Workplace Democracy Act. The important points in this act is that “no individual or member does or should be considered to speak for the board.” The resolution states that “no one person can speak for the Board of Education and any official statements can be made by the Board of Education through the appropriate channels and consistent with Board policy and bylaws.” The resolution went on to say the Board “disavows any statements posted or attributed by any individual” that conflicts with the Workplace Democracy Act and the code of ethics. This was not enough for some members of the public, who wanted more of a response from the district. Robert Taylor, who runs a lot of youth programs for the Manitou Park section of town, said having a person of authority make these statements hurts the cause of unity. “There was a time, if you weren’t a certain color, you couldn’t go into Manitou Park,” he said. Things need to keep going in a positive direction. “I’m embarrassed for Central,” he said,
noting that the situation is being talked about throughout the state. “All I see is a little apology to cover it up.” After the meeting, Koenig spoke to The Berkeley Times, but made su re that the board’s attor ney was there. “There’s always two sides to a stor y,” she said. “Only one side is being t aken. Somethi ng was t aken out of context.” Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapa-
nides said he didn’t want one or two opinions to be ref lective of the whole board. The district staff work to give eve r y ch i ld a n e q u a l o p p or t u n it y. However, because it’s a personnel issue, he can’t share what the board does behind the scenes in a case like this. He suggested starting a committee of volunteers made up of community leaders to talk about how to handle race issues.
─Photo by Chris Lundy Robert Taylor expresses how the social media post made him feel. Board member Heather Koenig is seated in the background, closest to the audience.
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Continued From Page 1 end – is very conservative in how they vote. Those areas were given to two Republicans while the only local Democrat in the area was moved out of the county. Essentially all three were given safer districts. Federal Representative Each town has one federal Representative. This is your person in the 435-member House of Representatives. Whereas New Jersey just has two members of Congress (Cory Booker and Bob Menendez), they have 12 members of the House. Congress and the House make up the legislative branch of our government. These changes will go into effect in January of 2023. District 2 is currently helmed by Republican Jeff Van Drew. It always contained the southernmost towns of Ocean County. But next year it will have even more towns. It will contain Barnegat, Barnegat Light, Beach Haven, Berkeley (parts), Eagleswood, Harvey Cedars, Lacey (parts), Little Egg Harbor, Long Beach Township, Ocean Township (Waretown), Ship Bottom, Stafford, Surf City, and Tuckerton. Van Drew won as a Democrat but switched parties, showing that the 2nd District was competitive. After adding more Ocean County towns, it should be safer for Republicans. District 3 is currently helmed by Democrat Andy Kim. It has Brick and Toms River.
The Berkeley Times, March 12, 2022, Page 5 Come January 2023, none of Ocean County will be in District 3. Locally, it will just have these towns in Monmouth County: Allentown, Englishtown, Freehold Township (part) and Borough, Holmdel, Manalapan, Marlboro, Millstone, Roosevelt and Upper Freehold. This used to be ranked as one of the most competitive districts in the country. After this redistricting, it will be safer for Democrats. District 4 is currently helmed by Republican Chris Smith. He currently has Lakewood and Jackson – just the top of Ocean County. In January, that district will have Bay Head, Beachwood, parts of Berkeley, Brick, Island Heights, Jackson, Lacey (parts), Lakehurst, Lakewood, Lavallette, Manchester, Mantoloking, Ocean Gate, Pine Beach, Plumsted, Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights, Seaside Park, South Toms River and Toms River. In Monmouth, it has Avon-by-the-Sea, Belmar, Brielle, Colts Neck, Eatontown, Farmingdale, Freehold Township (part), Howell, Lake Como, Manasquan, Middletown, Ocean Township (Monmouth County), Sea Girt, Shrewsbury, Spring Lake, Spring Lake Heights, Tinton Falls, and Wall. This district has been safe for Smith, who has decades in office. By adding more Ocean County towns, it will be even safer for Republicans. State Districts Each town also has one senator and two members of the assembly that are sent to
Trenton to draft laws just for the state. All of the local state representatives are Republicans. These changes went into effect on March 1. The 9th District has Senator Chris Connors, and Assembly members Brian Rumpf and DiAnne Gove. It contains: Barnegat Light; Barnegat Twp.; Beach Haven; Beachwood; Berkeley; Eagleswood; Harvey Cedars; Lacey; Little Egg Harbor; Long Beach; Ocean Gate; Ocean Twp. (Waretown); Pine Beach; Seaside Park; Ship Bottom; South Toms River; Stafford; Surf City; and Tuckerton. The 10th District has Senator James Holzapfel, and Assemblymen Gregory McGuckin and John Catalano. It contains: Bay Head; Brick; Island Heights; Lakehurst; Lavallette; Manchester; Mantoloking; Pt. Pleasant Beach; Seaside Heights; and Toms River. The 12th District has Senator Samuel Thompson and Assemblymen Ron Dancer and Robert Clifton. Locally, it just has Jackson and Plumsted. The 30th District has Senator Bob Singer and Assemblymen Sean Kean and Edward Thomson. It contains: Avon-by-the-Sea; Belmar; Bradley Beach; Brielle; Farmingdale; Howell; Lake Como; Lakewood; Manasquan; Point Pleasant; Sea Girt; Spring Lake; Spring Lake Heights; and Wall. Berkeley Area And Lacey Berkeley Township will be split between two Congressional districts – 2 and 4, making things a bit confusing for residents. Neighboring Lacey was also split. On the federal side, most of the Berkeley
Brick And Toms River These large towns used to be part of the 3rd District, but they will be in the 4 th District starting in January. Their state district has not changed. It will still be the 10 th District. Manchester And Jackson No changes have been made in this area. You will continue to have Chris Smith as your 4 th District Representative. Manchester will still have Senator Jim Holzapfel (R-10 th) as your state representative and Jackson residents will still have Senator Sam Thompson (R-12 th) as your state representative.
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Continued From Page 1 serves as the Parade Chairman for the Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade, shared his role in planning the community’s first Irish Fest. “Gary asked for some advice in putting this together as a fundraiser,” King said. “We guaranteed him the Ocean County Parade Committee would give him all the help he needed.” Legend has it that kissing the Blarney Stone instills one with the gift of persuasiveness. Whether King’s ever embraced the tradition or not, he’s well-skilled in getting things done quickly. With just three weeks’ notice, King arranged for fifteen vendors to offer a wide variety of products. People strolled down the street to pick up Irish-themed wares and other types of merchandise. Some buyers even got in on pre-sales for 2022 Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade commemorative shirts. Toms River firefighters shot up their grills to offer corned beef and cabbage at one end of the Fest, while one restaurateur made sure to add bangers to their outdoor menu. Other local eateries designed special menus for those who preferred indoor dining. Even slices on pizza transformed to Irish fare for the day, with beer among the plentiful staples for the day. Devotees of outdoor activities had the opportunity to engage in an off-beat game of targeted darts or try their hand at ax-hurling in a specially caged area.
The festival included a full afternoon of music, with performances from Ocean County’s own Shamrock and Thistle Pipes and Drums and Ballyhaunis, an American and Irish band. Attendees took to the streets in different shades of green as part of a tribute to the Emerald Isle or the green in the Irish flag. One lady laughed, joking she wore green to avoid any pinches from wayward leprechauns. Apparently, that’s one of the fanciful stories that came when Irish folks immigrated to the states years ago. Even a few pups donned festive green attire, while many gents outfitted in colorful plaid kilts strolled the block to add to the sights. “I thought the event was outstanding, and that everyone had a great time,” said Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill. “Hopefully, it will become an annual St. Patrick’s Day event.” More St. Patrick’s Day celebrations continue this week in Ocean County. The parade itself begins at noon on Saturday, March 12, in Seaside Heights. “We’re dedicating this year’s parade to first responders,” shared King. “The cops, firemen, and EMTs have gone through a very bad situation for the past two years. We think it’s important to show them how much we appreciate them.” The Ocean County Parade Committee marched for the first time in 1975. However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, they limited the parade to the boardwalk last year. “We still wanted to do something to get the people out there,” King said.
─Photos by Stephanie Faughnan Hundreds of people gathered for Toms River’s Inaugural Irish Fest.
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Continued From Page 1 both of them. But it’s not just taking care of himself. He does it to take care of others as well. In 2009, he decided to do the Marine Corps marathon, which was his first long-distance run. Another runner wore a shirt advertising Semper Fi & America’s Fund. This is a charity that will provide immediate financial assistance as well as lifetime support for critically ill, combat
The Berkeley Times, March 12, 2022, Page 7 wounded, and catastrophically injured service members from all branches of the military. “A lot of these people fall through the cracks,” he said. Welshman now takes part in fundraising athletic events to raise money for the fund. He’ll often wear a shirt advertising the fund while he runs, hoping that someone will start their journey of giving just like he did. People will thank him for his service. He has to say that he never served, but he wears it in support of his son. His
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-
father had been in the Army. He had tried to enlist, but he had a problem with his knee that kept him out. Through the fund, he’s got to see firsthand what they do, and he’s met the people they’ve helped. At special events, he hears these peoples’ stories and how the fund was able to support them. “There’s never a dry eye in the house,” he said. Recreationally, he belongs to the Ocean Running Club and a subgroup of them that does triathlons. He competes in these matches despite having a heart condition. During a bike ride in 2020, Welshman blacked out and collapsed. He was rushed to the hospi-
tal and diagnosed with arrhythmia. He received a pacemaker and soon after, he was back to exercising seven days a week. How To Help Semper Fi & America’s Fund has provided $263 million in assistance to veterans, impacting more than 27,500 service members. Independent sources that rank nonprofits on percentage of dollars spent and transparency have given them high ratings. Visit TheFund.org to learn more or donate. Welshman also sells American flag crafts at local events and on his Facebook page to benefit the organization.
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.
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Rep. Kim Introduces Bills To Supercharge National Service WASHINGTON, D.C. – At the conclusion of Peace Corps Week – a celebration of the creation of the Peace Corps by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) introduced a package of legislation aimed at supercharging national service and encouraging more Americans to engage in service of all forms in their communities. “Throughout American history, ordinary people have stepped up to accomplish extraordinary things in service to our country. From those serving soup and planting victory gardens, to volunteer first responders spending their nights in the back of an ambulance, to the millions who joined the Civilian Conservation Corps, rebuilding our country after the Great Depression, Americans have always served one another, and I’m calling on us to recommit ourselves to doing it again,” said Congressman Kim. “With this legislative package, I want to jumpstart and supercharge national service, incentivizing and opening up more opportunities for Americans to serve at home and abroad. I firmly believe that if we want to heal the divides we see in our country, recommitting ourselves to caring for one another through
acts of service is a great place to start.” The package includes five bills, detailed below: A Chance to Serve Act This bill would increase funding for AmeriCorps to double the number of positions for Americans who want to serve and increase volunteers’ living stipends. Only half of the candidates who applied for AmeriCorps in 2019 were accepted due to a lack of available positions. Additionally, the bill would strengthen post-service benefits for AmeriCorps volunteers and Returned Peace Corps Volunteers as they transition into their next jobs and careers. American Volunteering Corporation Act This bill would create a new federal agency, the American Volunteering Corporation (AVC), to oversee the operations of AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps. The new agency would be responsible for coordinating and promoting all national service programs and initiatives, elevating service as a national priority. Pipeline to Service Act This bill would direct the Office of Person-
nel Management (OPM) to create pipeline programs with colleges and universities to prepare and assist college students who are interested in public service, particularly from marginalized communities, in navigating the federal hiring process. Additionally, this bill would double the number of positions under the Presidential Management Fellowship program and provide a stipend of $15 per hour for every Executive Branch internship to enable more young people from diverse backgrounds to pursue careers in the federal government. Learn and Serve America Reinvestment Act This bill would provide $40 million per year in funding for AmeriCorps’ Learn and Serve America program, which has been discontinued since 2011 due to a lack of funding. Learn and Serve America provides technical skills training for K-12 teachers to incorporate elements of service into classrooms. In the past, high schools in New Jersey have used the funding in vocational programs to coordinate with local food banks and Habitat for Humanity to provide service learning instruction.
Service Starts at Home Act This bill would create a grant program through the Department of Education to support paid internships at the local government level to allow for hands-on learning opportunities throughout the country, helping students serve in their hometowns. Additionally, the bill would create a scholarship program for high school seniors and undergraduate students who complete at least 100 hours of volunteer service, to recognize their work and ease the financial burden of attending college. In the coming weeks, Congressman Kim plans to introduce an additional bill to strengthen support for local EMS squads to purchase equipment and recruit and retain volunteers. This package of legislation to supercharge national service builds on Congressman Kim’s Restoring Trust in Public Servants Act to strengthen ethics in Washington. Together, they are part of a larger effort to recommit ourselves and encourage more Americans to consider serving our country or their community in any way they choose.
ANCHOR Replaces Homestead Rebate, Renters Eligible TRENTON – Building on his commitment to making New Jersey stronger, fairer, and more affordable, Governor Phil Murphy unveiled the ANCHOR Property Tax Relief Program, a new initiative that will distribute $900 million in property tax relief to nearly 1.8 million homeowners and renters across the state during Fiscal Year 2023 (FY2023). The ANCHOR (Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters) Property Tax Relief Program is part of the Governor’s FY2023 Budget Proposal. Under the Murphy Administration, New Jersey has seen the lowest cumulative average property tax increase on record for a governor at this point in his or her term. Under the ANCHOR Property Tax Relief Program, homeowners making up to $250,000 per year are eligible to receive
an average $700 rebate in FY2023 to offset property tax costs, lowering the effective average property tax cost back to 2016 levels for many households that were previously ineligible for property tax relief. Also, renters making up to $100,000 per year are eligible for a rebate up to $250 to help defray the cost of rent increases due to property taxes. “This program will provide direct property tax relief to households regardless of whether they own or rent,” said Governor Murphy. “While the state does not set property taxes, we believe that we must take action to offset costs and make life in New Jersey more affordable. Through the ANCHOR Property Tax Relief Program, we can provide real support for families and seniors, helping them stay in the homes and communities they love.”
“Our Administration pledged to help working-class people first and that is what we’re doing with this ANCHOR tax relief program,” said Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver, who serves as Commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs. “Those extra dollars back in the pockets of New Jerseyans will go a long way toward supporting affordability and improving quality of life.” “This administration is making good on the promise made to hardworking New Jerseyans years ago by significantly expanding property tax relief to reflect today’s reality,” said State Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio. “Building upon and improving the current Homestead Benef it, the ANCHOR program will provide crucial tax relief at a time when many families need it most. Our goal is
for New Jersey’s ‘next normal’ to be fairer for every household.” The Governor proposes a three-year ramp up for ANCHOR. By FY2025, property tax rebates provided as part of the program would swell to $1,150 on average per eligible household, with the annual State investment in the program up to $1.5 billion annually. The ANCHOR program expands on and replaces the Homestead Rebate Program, which serves 470,000 homeowners annually and provides an average benefit of $626. Renters are not eligible for the current Homestead program, but ANCHOR recognizes that rents are often raised to offset rising property taxes. ANCHOR will make nearly four times more New Jerseyans eligible to receive a property tax rebate, when compared with Homestead.
Author Michael McCreary Heads Autism Resources Fair
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library is pleased to present author, actor, comedian and TEDX speaker Michael McCreary in a virtual keynote address during the 2022 Autism Resources Fair. His discussion will take place at 7 p.m. on April 26.
McCreary will discuss growing up with autism, his entertainment career, and writing his first book, “Funny, You Don’t Look Autistic,” which is available at the Ocean County Library. McCreary appears in the televised series Astrid & Lilly Save the World
and Ginny & Georgia. He consulted the authenticity of an autistic character in Ransom. Registration at theoceancountylibrary. org/events is required for this free program. Registrants will receive links to the Zoom event by email. Questions from
registered attendees for Michael McCreary will be accepted until March 11. The 2022 Autism Resources Fair is made possible by a generous donation from the Ocean County Library Foundation. See the full schedule of events and programs at theoceancountylibrary.org/autism.
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County Opens Registry For Special Needs Residents By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Special Needs Registry is now available to residents with special needs who reside, attend school or are employed in here. The project was launched on March 1 and provides support in emergency situations to any Ocean County resident who may need special assistance. Residents can visit OCSNRNJ.com and register themselves or any family members living in their home who may have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities due to a physical and/or intellectual disability. Vital information such as a registrant’s special needs, emergency contact information, physical description and current photograph is shared with first responders during an emergency response. A registrant is given two window decals that can be placed at the front entrance of their home as well as on the window of their car. The decal will notify first responders that the resident has some degree of special need. The Ocean County Special Needs Registry is a collaborative effort between the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department and the Ocean County Police Chiefs Association. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer thanked the Ocean County Board of Commissioners and the Ocean County Office of Information and Technology for their collective assistance and support for this initiative. “This collaborative effort is designed to assist our law enforcement officers and first responders with critical knowledge regarding impending interaction with citizens of the communities they serve. The more our officers and first responders know on their way to a call or on a motor vehicle stop the higher the likelihood is of a more positive interaction – for the officer and for the citizen,” Billhimer stated. “The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office thanks the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office for initiating this program to protect those who might be most vulnerable in our county. The Prosecutors Office, Sheriff’s Office and Ocean County Police Chiefs will continue to work together and are committed to protecting all our residents,” Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy said.
Substitutes Wanted For Berkeley Schools BERKELEY – The Berkeley Township School District is looking for substitute teachers. The rate of pay is $105/day. If you have 60 college credits you are eligible to substitute in Berkeley Township Schools. To apply, visit btboe.org. Click on: Board of Education; Click on: Board Docu ments & Resou rces; Click on: Employment Opportunities. Complete an Applitrack application.
“On behalf of the Ocean County Police Chiefs Association, I would like to thank everyone, including, but not limited to, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy, and Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Detective Sergeant Melissa Rose for all their hard work and dedication
in making this Special Needs Program come to fruition. As a representative for the Ocean County Police Chiefs Association, I can assure you this program will lead to more positive interactions for both our respective communities and staffs, allow us to increase public relations and community policing, and provide the best
service possible to those individuals with special needs. As law enforcement officers in Ocean County, we have a passion to serve everyone with the utmost respect and professionalism and we certainly look forward to being a part of this new program,” Ocean County Chiefs of Police President Michael Dibella said.
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By Phyllis Brown BERKELEY - This is March. Sometime this month, by mail, you will be getting a letter with a request for a donation to your Holiday City at Berkeley First Aid Squad. Our squad covers over 10,000 homes in HCB, HCS, HCW, HCC, 2 of the Silver Ridges, as well as the stores, restaurants, and doctor’s offices on Plaza Drive and off most of Mule Road. This year has been financially difficult for many but please consider the service we have provided even during the pandemic. We appreciate even our smallest donations. What do your donations purchase? Although our service and volunteers are free, we need to buy many things such as multiple size bandages & gauze pads, band-aids,
oxygen, tubing & masks to administer the oxygen, CPR equipment and AEDs, protective masks and gloves, vomit bags and bowls, the stretchers, multiple types of lifting equipment, splints & pads. Then there are the ambulances themselves. A new one was purchased last year. There is maintenance, tires insurance, registration, etc. We also love to get letters from you telling us how we do but most of all how you are doing. There is no HCBEMS without volunteers. We can use your help. No experience necessary! I know some of you work and some of you are not in good health but there must be more than 30 people who can volunteer for only one day a week, for a year or two, to ensure the continuance of your FREE EMS squad. You’ll be CPR certified, get lots of training, a uniform and lots of experience. We are the busiest squad in Ocean County and we only care for our own communities. More volunteers are needed. Your neighbors will appreciate you and so will we. BTW: You can also donate by bringing your newspapers to the back of the squad house at 100 Port Royal Drive any time but on Thursday mornings there is someone there to help you. You can recycle phone books, shredded paper and aluminum as well.
Become A Host Family For An International Student
BERKELEY – Are you or your family interested in learning about the culture in another country? Are you a “teen-friendly” home? Would you like to share a “once-in-a-lifetime” experience with someone that could lead to a life-long connection? If you are interested, student biographies are available. Monthly stipends vary depending upon the agency. Central Regional only works with CSIET approved programs. Contact Donna at 732-269-1100 for more information. Central Regional has no affiliation with any agency.
Central Regional Drama Club Presents: Godspell
BERKELEY – The Central Regional Drama Club Presents: Godspell, on March 12 at 7 p.m., and March 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students and seniors. Order tickets online at CentralReg.booktix.com.
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Police: Glen Cove House Used For Dealing Heroin By Alyssa Riccardi BERKELEY – Two residents have been arrested and charged with distributing heroin after multiple concerned citizens suspected drug dealing, police said. Over the past several months, the Berkeley Township Police Department received numerous neighbor complaints regarding an increase in car and pedestrian traffic on Fernwood Drive in the Glen Cove section of Bayville. Many residents alleged that a home was being used to deal drugs. As a result, police executed four court authorized search warrants on a home on Fernwood Drive as well as three separate cars connected to the residents. During the search, authorities seized included over 1,500 individual doses of heroin which was packaged for resale, $1,800 and paraphernalia associated with distribution. In addition, a quantity of cocaine was found within the home.
The residents, 33-year-old Anthony Owen and 42-year-old Andrea Dekker, were both arrested are charged for the following: Owen was charged with possession of heroin (2nd degree) possession of heroin with the intent to distribute and possession of drug paraphernalia. Dekker was charged with possession of heroin and possession of heroin with the intent to distribute and possession of drug paraphernalia. More arrests are likely as the evidence is processed, police said. The Berkeley Township Police would like to thank the concerned citizens who alerted police of their suspicions. Residents are reminded that they can report suspicious activity by contacting the Berkeley Township Police Department Tip Line at 732-341-1132 ext. 611. As always, tips can be anonymous.
3rd Annual Casino Night - A Need We Feed
BAYVILLE – A Need We Feed to hold their 3rd Annual Casino Night on March 26 at Martell’s Waters Edge, 125 Bayview Avenue in Bayville. Your $75 ticket includes $100 in gaming chips, open bar until 8 p.m., buffet dinner, coffee, dessert, entertainment, large gift auction, and 50/50. Guests will enjoy an
evening of blackjack, craps, roulette and poker. You can purchase tickets, be a sponsor, take an ad in the ad journal using the link here aneedwefeed.org/casino-night. or go to aneedwefeed.org and click Casino Night. Questions call Patti at 609-3167572.
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School, Town Meetings Have Changes
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Some schedule changes have come up for meetings in town. The Township Council usually meets on Mondays. However, the meeting for Monday, March 28 has been changed to Tuesday, March 29. This is at 6 p.m. at the Town Hall on Pinewald-Keswick Road. Ordinarily, there is only one meeting of the Central Regional Board of Education per month. The February meeting was already held on March 7 and the regular March 17 meeting will also be held. These meetings are at 7 p.m. in the high school presentation room. Central’s summer meetings are usual-
ly held in a few of the towns that send students to the district. On July 19, the meeting will be at 1 Municipal Complex (the police station) in Seaside Park. Although Central meetings are usually on Thursdays, this will be on a Tuesday. On August 18, the meeting will be held at 1 Wanamaker Municipal Complex (borough hall) in Island Heights. The school districts will be holding their public budget meetings soon. Central’s is scheduled for April 22 and the Berkeley Township Board of Education budget hearing will be on April 26. The elementary district’s board meets at 7 p.m. in the Berkeley Township Elementary School auditorium.
“Night Of The Stars” At Jakes Branch BEACHWOOD – Spend the night under the stars The Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area. Whether you’re a budding astronomer or simply a casual stargazer, this night is for you. Volunteer members of the club will be onsite to share their out-of-this-world knowledge and answer your questions about the great unknown. They will have telescopes that will leave your mind reeling in amaze-
ment for days from the views you see. If you have your own telescope, feel free to bring it along. The club members will be happy to give you pointers on how to find the planets and locate constellations. Ending time approximate. Weather permitting Night of the Stars will take place at the Nature Center, Jakes Branch County Park, Beachwood on March 12 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free, no registration required.
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staring Joyce DeWitt. The cost is $85. They leave the Berkeley Recreation Center at 9:15 a.m. All are welcome. More information call Marge at 239-272-6857. Next September they are going by bus to Mackinac Island Michigan on September 25 for 7 days. They leave from Pine Beach. It is $710 each for a double. Reservations or more information, call Marge at 239-272-6857.
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Beachwood Police Department Now Hiring BEACHWOOD – The Beachwood Police Department is initiating the employment process for Class II Special Officer position. Applicants are required to be: • A U.S. Citizen. • 18 years of age or older. • Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. • Must be a resident of New Jersey. In addition, applicants must have a good reputation and be of sound moral character, possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license and undergo a background investigation. Those selected for hire will also need to pass a drug screening and psychological evaluation. Applicants must possess a valid
SLEO II certification upon submission of the application. Interested applicants shall submit a current resume, in addition to all relevant certifications. Resumes acceptance deadline is March 14 at 4 p.m. Any resume received after this window will be deemed ineligible. Your resume and accompanying certifications are to be emailed in PDF format to Detective Sergeant Al Magory at: amagory@beachwoodpolice.com This email shall include the following: Subject Line: Resume for the position of SLEO II Body: list your name, current address along with current daytime home/cell phone. Attachments: Add your resume and certifications documents in PDF format.
Over the last few years, Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft have become the go-to livery service rather than the common taxi driver. Many people use these companies on a daily or weekly basis. But what happens when you are involved in a collision while a passenger in a Lyft or Uber rideshare vehicle? Are you covered? Recently, the New Jersey Legislature defined the scope of mandatory insurance coverage for the transportation network companies and their drivers (such as Uber or Lyft). While an occupant of a prearranged ride, the transportation network company and or the driver shall maintain the following insurance coverage for your benefit: (1) primary automobile liability insurance in the amount of at least $1,500,000 for death, bodily injury, and property damage; and (2) uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage in an amount of at least $1,500,000. This insurance coverage, which is to be maintained by the transportation network company (Uber/Lyft), shall not be dependent upon your automobile insurer first denying a claim, nor shall your automobile insurance policy be required to first deny a claim. This means that the insurance provided by the Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft is primary. However, the Transportation Network Companies are not required to provide medical coverage in the event you are injured while an occupant of the rideshare vehicle. Moreover, because Uber and Lyft are a form a livery service, the ride share vehicle is not covered under your automobile Personal Injury Protection (PIP) medical expense insurance cov-
erage. Consequently, unless you have access to health insurance, you will be uninsured for your medical expenses although, if you happen to fall into the uninsured status, you are not without recourse. An uninsured passenger may recover his/her medical expenses from the party who caused the collision. This is a departure from the previous concept of the personal injury protection laws which prohibited recovery of medical expenses from the at-fault driver. Finally, the Limitation on Lawsuit Option which ordinarily restricts an injured motorists’ right to sue for personal injuries, shall not be asserted by a transportation network company or a transportation network company driver in defense to any action for damages arising from a prearranged ride, nor shall it be asserted against any party not receiving personal injury protection benefits in any action for damages arising from a prearranged. This means that your personal injury lawsuit will not be burdened with the requirement that you prove that the collision caused an objectively verifiable permanent injury. Rather, any disability related to the collision will suffice, which is a much simpler burden of proof. Ridesharing has become much easier and transparent with the advancement of technology. So, it’s about time the Legislature has acted to protect the interests of the consumer by mandating insurance coverage and removing the obstacles of a lawsuit in the event of an injury while riding in a livery vehicle. For more information about this article, please contact the attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates: (732) 505-1212.
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Over-the-counter hearing aids, also known as OTCs, will be available yesterday. But what are you giving up when you choose OTCs? It turns out, quite a bit. Professional Know-How A hearing health care provider has expertise and experience. They can pinpoint your unique hearing needs and determine the best technology for you. They also know how to go beyond manufacturer recommendations to truly customize your hearing devices to your lifestyle and hearing level. With OTCs, your results are only as good as the built-in adjusting capabilities for that device. A Sound Ecosystem-Unparalleled Value When you purchase OTCs, you get ... a pair of hearing aids. When you get technology from our practice, you get complimentary follow-up visits. This lets us adjust your technology to ensure it works the best for you in any environment. You also benefit from yearly evaluations that include testing of your inner ears, eardrums, and ear canal. Plus, you can enjoy free clean and checks of your devices. Ear Health When you self-treat your hearing loss by purchasing OTCs, you skip the critical first step: a physical examination of your ears. Anything from severe earwax buildup to medication to a tumor can cause hearing
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There’s no time like the present to begin the changes necessary for better reproductive health, both breast and prostate. The takehome message today is that you can change the way you break down estrogen in your own body by eating certain foods. You have direct control over it, and that’s important because estrogen break down is different for everyone. Let’s start with the basics. When you say the word “estrogen” that’s actually three compounds: Estradiol, Estrone and Estriol. Of the three, estradiol is most carcinogenic compared to the other two. Men and women both make estrogen. It’s the breakdown product from testosterone actually. If you have low testosterone, you’ll have low estrogen too. Your body breaks down estrogen into metabolites and some of those are more likely to cause cancer than others. Like I said, you can change the way that your body breaks down the circulating estrogen. So right now, I’m going to give valuable information about how to manufacture your own healthy estrogen metabolites and make it such that you break it down into forms that are less likely to cause cancer. If you are currently undergoing chemotherapy, please ask your doctor if these are right for you: Rosemary- I recommend this either as fresh herb from your grocery store. Cook with it, and make tea with it. Rosemary is a powerful antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory effects similar to a COX 2 inhibitor drug. Rosemary has anti-microbial and direct benefit for breast and prostate health. It has anti-tumor benefits.
It works by helping you break down estrogen into the safer anti-cancer metabolites. Broccoli- It’s impossible to eat 4 pounds of broccoli every day so take the supplement called I3C or DIM. It helps to balance estrogen levels in the body, and appears to have anti-cancer effects particularly for the breast and prostate. Too much crash your thyroid levels due to the goitrogenic effect. Flax Seed- This is kind of like plant-based estrogen (termed phytoestrogens) which kicks off dangerous estrogens from your cells. Men with prostate problems could benefit. Women with “Estrogen Dominance” hallmarked by heavy periods, breast pain, cramping and anxiety might benefit from flax seed. I recommend buying fresh flax seed and grinding it in a coffee grinder and sprinkling it on yogurt or oatmeal. Sage- Salvia officinalis is the botanical name. Just like rosemary, sage contains a lot of “carnosic acid.” This compound was shown in numerous clinical trial to exert apoptosis which means cancer cells commit ‘cellular suicide’. Carnosic acid when combined with the breast cancer drug, Tamoxifen, works more effectively together to slow down cancer growth. You can buy fresh sage herb and cook with it, or herbal extracts at any health food store. There are many other alternatives that I haven’t elaborated on such as vitamin D, curcumin and iodine, so if you’re interested in those, come to my website and sign up for my newsletter. Please ask your practitioner or oncologist if these are right for you. Cooking with the fresh herbs should be just fine!
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OCEAN COUNTY – Meals on Wheels of Ocean County announced that it will be participating in a special March for Meals celebration honoring the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program, the federal legislation that helps to fund community-based programs like Meals on Wheels. Throughout the month of March, Meals on Wheels of Ocean County will join the national Meals on Wheels network to raise awareness and rally support for this vital public-private partnership that has helped provide the seniors in Ocean County with an essential service needed to remain healthy and independent at home. “We want the Ocean County community to join us in celebrating this historic event and to partner with us in the vital work of feeding Ocean County’s homebound seniors. Since February 1974, Meals on Wheels of Ocean County has delivered more than12 million meals to over 120,000 homebound seniors. That’s an accomplishment to be proud of and to celebrate,” said Executive Director, Jim Sigurdson. The annual March for Meals celebration commemorates the historic day in March of 1972 when President Nixon signed into law a measure that amended the Older Americans Act of 1965 to include a national nutrition program for seniors 60 years and older. This year, Meals on Wheels programs from across the country are joining forces
for the awareness campaign to celebrate 50 years of success and garner the support needed to ensure these critical programs can continue to address food insecurity and malnutrition, combat social isolation, enable independence, and improve health for years to come. “The Older Americans Act Nutrition Program is the only federally supported program designed to be an antidote for both senior hunger and isolation,” said Ellie Hollander, President and CEO of Meals on Wheels America. “Despite decades of proven success and bipartisan support, funding for this program has failed to keep pace with the rapidly growing need for its services. With the nation’s senior population increasing dramatically, now is the time to support local Meals on Wheels programs – through volunteering, donating and speaking out – to ensure we are able to deliver for another 50 years.” Meals on Wheels of Ocean County’s celebration will include various activities throughout the month of March, including receiving resolutions from towns and the Board of Commissioners, Mayors for Meal (Mayors deliver to their constituents) and Restaurant Fundraisers. For more information on how you can contribute or speak out for the seniors in Ocean County this March, visit csimow. org.
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Around The Jersey Shore Ocean Health Initiatives Goes Blue For Colon Cancer Awareness
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diagnosed and 52,980 may lose their lives to colorectal cancer in 2021. • A screening colonoscopy can prevent cancer by removing pre-cancerous polyps before they can become cancer. • There are many screening options for colorectal cancer, including the options that can be done in the privacy of your own home. • One in 5 colorectal cancer patients are ages 20-55. • By 2030, colorectal cancer is estimated to become the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in adults ages 20 to 49 For the past 19 years, OHI has been providing the community with high quality, affordable and accessible healthcare, regardless of economic status, throughout its tenure OHI looks to continue providing excellence in primary and preventative medicine for years to come.
Upcoming Blood & Platelet Drive
TOMS RIVER – Make a difference in a patient’s life! An upcoming Blood & Platelet Drive si being held at Community Medical Center - Auditorium A & B, 99 Hwy 37 West in Toms River on March 16 from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Appointments are strongly encouraged
and available at rwjuhdonorclub.org or by calling Laurie Diskin in the Blood Bank at 732-557-8140. Bring a photo ID & be sure to eat and drink prior to donating. Free parking for community donors. Masks are required. Medical eligibility questions answered by calling 732-235-8100 ext. 248.
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Spotlight On Business
Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club 518 Arnold Ave. Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742 Phone: 732-899-3900 www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com
Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club first opened July 19, 2004. Since day one, they have had some of the greatest comedians working today come thru their doors. Some of them include Sebastian Maniscalco, Andrew Dice Clay, Vic DiBitetto, Rich Vos and many more! Uncle Vinnie’s offers dinner and show packages as well as an appetizer menu if guests are doing dinner before coming to the club. Comedy shows are Wednesday thru Saturday evenings. Need to raise money for your charity, school or organization? Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club also hosts fundraisers and they can even send comedians out to your venue.
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House For Sale By Owner - Waretown. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 car garage, appliances, gas heat, central air. $289,900. 609-276-2119. (13)
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Seeking Home Looking to Purchase - Two bedroom, 2 bath home with garage. Surrey Downs or any senior housing. Low to mid 200,000, any location. Call 732-678-3880. (14) SEEKING SMALL APT - Senior lady needs small one bedroom or lg. studio in Manchester area for May 1. Current landlady selling my unit unexpectedly. Worked from home for 39 years, am peaceful, quiet, have no pets, very dutiful on rent payment. 732-350-3046. (13) SENIOR JERSEY GENT SEEKS NEW HOME - Semi-retired (fully vaccinated including booster) desires lodging in private home. Food fringees too! Call Charlie (732-2163176. Email: cr@exit109.com. (12)
Estate Sale Estate Sale - All Contents, 50+ years accumulation, photos on Craigslist, 44 Hastings Rd, Manchester. 3/18, 3/19, 3/20 9-2 (13)
Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (47) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (17) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Jazz. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (14) Ca$h Paid For Old 45 RPM Records - Old R&B, doo wop, soul, blues, early rock and roll, and rockabilly preferred. Call or text between 8am and 8pm 909-938-4623. (11)
Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)
Help Wanted Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) HIRING NOW!! The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms. No teaching experience necessary. On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. Call 732-363-5530 or email dtomsriver2nj3@goddardschools.com to schedule an interview today! (t/n) AID/COMPANION NEEDED Part time, approximately 2 days and 2 nights a month for a flat rate and possible additional days. No experience necessary, very light duty for a 58 year old veteran, meals are includes and private bed and bath, must have drivers license and Covid vaccination, in my Covid safe house located in Toms River Holiday City South. Please call 201-306-6839. (14) Micromedia Publications, Inc. is hiring full-time outside sales representatives to sell print & digital advertising packages to area businesses. Sales experience is a plus, but not a requirement. Qualified candidates must be creative, energetic, willing to work hard under deadline pressure and have the ability to canvass, cold call, prospect and close a deal. Salary, bonus, benefits are offered. To apply, email cover letter and resume to VP Jason Allentoff, jallentoff@jerseyshoreonline.com . The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms. No teaching experience necessary. On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. Call 732-363-5530 or email dtomsriver2nj3@goddardschools. com to schedule an interview today! Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)
Looking For Jobs If You Need To Improve Your Business - Call 732-255-3830 Professional Telemarketor. (11)
Services Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs. Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. Insured. Gutters cleaned. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (19) File Clerk Wanted - For law office. Flexible hours. Call 732523-5300 or email us at email@ walzerlawfirm.com. (14)
Music Lessons In Your Home By state certified instrumental music teacher. Please call 732350-4427 for more information. All ages welcome. (19) Mercuro & Sons Handyman Service - 13VH03469200. General contracting. 732-674-3346. (13) We Have 30 Years Experience In Home Remodeling to Handyman jobs. Call us for a free estimate. 732-569-1406. (13) Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience. Call Jim 732-674-3346. (39) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (19) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) ALLAmerican Home Health Aides Experienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in. Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/ pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605 (t/n) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-691-0123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19) GENERAC Standby Generators provide backup power during utility power outages, so your home and family stay safe and comfortable. Prepare now. Free 7-year extended warranty ($695 value!). Request a free quote today! Call for additional terms and conditions. 1-833-901-0309. (t/n) LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609-335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000. NO JOB TOO SMALL! (15)
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Ocean Mental Health Services Helps The Homeless
OCEAN COUNTY – Recently OceanMHS was given the opportunity to talk a bit about their PATH Program. Homelessness is a serious issue in the U.S. Depression, untreated mental illness, and post-traumatic stress disorder, are
major causes of homelessness. With PATH services, OceanMHS’s staff can reach out to people who are homeless and have a mental illness. They then help them to link to resources within the community, mental health
treatment and adequate housing. They teach people how to register for all of these services, so that even when their involvement with PATH services comes to an end, they have learned how to access the resources and programs
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE “Let’s Talk” With Dr. Jani By Michael Vandenberg “ T h e e r a of p ate r n a l i s tic medicine where I’m the doctor, you’re the patient, and you’re going to do this bec ause I say so is long gone,” Dr. Samir Jani said to me recently. “That’s just not the way I was trained.” When it comes to your health, shouldn’t you be in the driver’s seat? That’s certainly the guiding philosophy passed down by Garden State Medic al Center ’s founder, Dr. Dharam Mann, and it’s what makes Dr. Jani the perfect f it here. He wants to use his expertise and impart his knowledge to help you make an informed decision about your pain management. And there’s no question that Dr. Jani has plenty of information to share because he checks all the boxes when it comes to education. At age 17 he was already accepted into a higher education program that included a guaranteed spot in medical school. He kept a high GPA while taking his courses at an accelerated rate that allowed him to finish a year early. Then he jumped right into residencies and a fellowship focusing on pain, anesthesiology, and internal medicine, culminating in his current specialty of Interventional Pain Management. He finished his fellowship and began practicing in 2016, making his way to GSMC the following year. Dr. Jani pointed to a variety of reasons as to why he decided to make the switch to GSMC. For one thing, it fosters a seamless team environment. “The support and infrastructure of the practice is huge,” like the large network of staff on hand, to the electronic rec ord keeping. With those tasks already being taken care of, Dr. Jani is able to put his entire focus on alleviating your pain. After all, it’s crucial to maintain a sense of urgency when it comes to pain management because people are running out of options by the time they come to him.
Most of Dr. Jani’s patients are those who have seen countless doctors and had lots of tests but have never been able to find a diagnosis and fix the underlying cause. “My ankle hurts,” Dr. Jani said as a general example. “I’ve seen ten podiatr ists, I’ve had six ankle surgeries, and no one’s fixed it.” But even though it may never be fixed, “there are things we can do to at least help you get rid of the pain”. Thankfully, Dr. Jani is not the type of doctor who just throws pills at the problem; he has a ver y strict interpretation of the related safety regulations. Not that he doesn’t use medications at all, but it’s only a tiny part of what he can do. “We’re highly interventional,” said Dr. Jani. He can target the pain with various injections, or hide the pain using electricity to target different stimulators in the nervous system. By implanting pain pumps, the medication is delivered directly to your spine, creating a much stronger effect. It all depends on the severity and longevity of the pain. These steps may seem elaborate, but rest assured Dr. Jani is conservative in his relief suggestions. “I always tell patients that if I don’t have to do something, I don’t want to do it. So if I can make it go away with a two minute injection, that’s what I’m going to do,” he said. If that doesn’t work, then Dr. Jani will happily go over additional minimally invasive options with you. He might even just recommend physical therapy if that’s what the patient prefers. After all, he has the tools and knowledge, but you also
ple examples of his “home r u n s”. Fo r i n s t a n c e, o n e woman came in complaining of chronic pelvic pain. She’d had ten surgeries and was on a ton of medicine at this point, and yet her pain was making her life miserable. With just a few injections, her pain is effectively gone and she no longer has to take any pills. Now her kids see her and say, “You’re back to being know your body and how yourself. You’re Mom again.” you feel. When the two of As an inter ventional pain you collaborate, you’ll see management doctor, “I don’t inspiring results. Dr. Jani had no problem giving me a cou- know what was causing her
pain, but I knew what she management doctor, having was feeling and that’s what I to go in every month to get targeted,” said Dr. Jani. Percocet that she didn’t even Another patient came to want to take and wasn’t even him one time with fibromy- that helpful.” With her newalgia, with pain primarily in found happiness and relief, the back and neck. He first she was able to go on her put her on non-opioid med- first vacation in years! ication, which solved some You deserve to be pain-free of her problems but not all too. Give Garden State Medof them. Injections did the ical Center a call today at trick for her neck. For her 1-888-376-2661 to schedule lower back, he used a spinal an appointment with Dr. Jani cord stimulator, which is like or any of their other superb a pacemaker for the spine. pain management specialWith that combination, she’s ists. Feel free to visit gsmedfeeling fantastic and rarely icalcenter.org for a full listing even has to come in for a of their convenient locations visit. “Previously she was and to get more information going in to see another pain on treatment.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of MAR 12 - MAR 18
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): An old flame could reenter the picture. This is not a good day to end or begin a relationship, but later in the week you can be free to pick and choose. A sibling, relative or a neighbor might share practical ideas. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put the brakes on for a few days. Honor your existing obligations but don’t enter into additional agreements until the second half of the week. Unforeseen drawbacks and obstacles could slip beneath your radar. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Get organized and maintain everything in good working order within your immediate environment, but if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. A shift in routines might impact a stable relationship in the upcoming week. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Keep it discreet. Only discuss private and confidential matters with your closest and most trusted friends. Restrain your happy-go-lucky ways during the next few days when you are enveloped in a no-nonsense atmosphere. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Pump up your self-confidence and belief in yourself with plenty of self-validation. Refresh yourself by spending some quiet time in serene surroundings so that you can better deal with the stress of daily responsibilities. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): If you feel frustrated or blocked at work, a positive attitude can get you through in the week ahead. Luckily, loved ones should be there to help keep you sane. Evolution means adapting to changes with good grace.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Focus on fixing any issues within your home, sweet home. Spend extra time feathering your own nest and making it meet your ideals. A network of friends and supporters might grow and thrive in the week ahead. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t be afraid to reassess or adjust your plans. You may feel bogged down by family problems or obligations in the early part of the week. Use a logical approach to make progress in your job or career during the week ahead. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do the job right the first time. Past mistakes may make some tasks more difficult in the next few days. Put finishing touches on existing projects but wait until later in the week to start something of great importance. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You seldom invest your time in half measures. In the week ahead, you could become immersed in a new group or develop a wider network of friends. Once your attention is captured, you go for it full throttle. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Dealt lemons? Make limoncello. In the week ahead, use whatever resources are at your disposal to turn negatives into positives. Be attentive to your duties and learn important lessons from any criticisms. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your loyalty can be a rock. The feeling of permanence you might sense today may inspire you to make solid improvements in the week ahead. You can probably mirror someone else’s attitudes to achieve consensus and harmony.
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A SECRET INGREDIENT MAKES THIS MEATY SAUCE SUPER MEATY TASTING: MUSHROOMS! By America’s Test Kitchen
Many meat sauce recipes begin by cooking chunks of meat until browned bits stick to the bottom of the pot. Those browned bits are called fond, and they’re absolutely packed with savory umami taste. But this recipe uses ground beef rather than chunks of meat, which will turn dry and pebbly if cooked long enough to create a fond. So, we turned to mushrooms! Mushrooms are packed with umami flavor compounds, too. As you cook them, they begin to brown and form flavor-packed fond on the bottom of the pot. Scraping up all that fond adds loads of umami flavor to your sauce. Bonus: Mixing the ground beef with baking soda helps keep it tender and moist.
PASTA WITH MEAT SAUCE Serves 4 to 6
1 pound 85% lean ground beef 2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon plus 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided, plus salt for cooking pasta 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 4 ounces white mushrooms 1 onion, peeled and chopped 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 (28-ounce) can tomato puree 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 pound pasta 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (1/2 ounce), plus extra for serving 1. In a medium bowl, combine beef, water, 1 teaspoon salt and the baking soda. Mix until well combined. Set aside. 2. Trim off the ends of the mushroom stems and discard. Cut mushrooms in half if small or into quarters if large. Add mushrooms and onion to food processor. Pulse
until vegetables are chopped fine, about eight 1-second pulses. 3. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat for 1 minute (oil should be hot but not smoking). Add mushroom mixture to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and well browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in garlic, tomato paste and oregano, and cook for 1 minute. 4. Carefully add beef mixture. Use wooden spoon to break up meat into small pieces. 5. Carefully stir in tomato puree, diced tomatoes and their liquid, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up browned bits on bottom of pot. Bring to simmer then reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, about 30 minutes. 6. Meanwhile, set a colander in the sink. Add 4 quarts water to a second large pot. Bring to boil over high heat. Carefully add pasta and 1 tablespoon salt to pot. Cook, stirring often with wooden spoon, until pasta is al dente, 10 to 12 minutes. 7. Drain pasta in the colander, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. Ret ur n drained pasta to now-empty pot. 8. Stir Parmesan cheese into sauce. Add sauce and 1/4 cup reserved pasta cooking water to drained pasta. Toss until pasta is well coated with sauce. If needed, add remaining 1/4 cup pasta cooking water, a little bit at a time, until sauce is loosened slightly and coats pasta well. Serve with extra Parmesan cheese. Recipe notes: If you don’t own a food processor, you can chop the mushrooms and onions very finely by hand using a chef’s knife. This sauce makes enough for 1 pound of pasta. Sauce can be frozen for up to one month.
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