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─Photo by Stephanie Faughnan (Top) Hundreds of people gathered for Toms River’s Inaugural Irish Fest. (Bottom) Vendors had Irish wares on display. By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER – The luck of the Irish worked its magic as Washington St reet overf lowed with br ight smiles at Toms R iver’s Inaugural Irish Fest. Organizers took a chance on unpredictable March weather before the regular emergence of spring sunshine to the area. Amazingly, the event came together with whimsical insight in less than a
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month. T h e D ow nt ow n To m s River Business Improvement District (“BID”) began closing off a portion of Washington Street on nice evenings and during spe-
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Ukrainian Church Collecting Donations For War Victims
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - St. Stephen’s Ukrainian Catholic Church is collecting supplies and funds to help victims of the war. Local residents will be able to do something positive to help people in need half a world away. Items ranging
from diapers to ballistic goggles are being collected, packaged, and shipped overseas. Reverend Volodymyr Popyk, pastor of St Stephen’s, reached out to Councilman Jim Quinlisk who in turn alerted Mayor Maurice B “Mo” Hill. “We’re honored to
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support our Ukrainian neig hbor s who a re seeking critically needed supplies for their freedom loving brothers and sisters in their homeland during this time of great need,” Quinlisk said. “This is our opportunity to give more than ‘thoughts and prayers’
and to do so through a local church we know,” Mayor Hill said. “Most of us have never suffered the unimaginable circumstance of having our homeland invaded. I am grateful to Pastor Popyk for giving the people of Toms River a local way to contribute.”
How To Help The church has published a list of items in need. These can be dropped off in the rear of the church at any time. The church is located at 1334 White Oak Bottom Road in Toms River. Volunteers will be packing these
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Former Councilman Eyes Democratic Leadership
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Former Councilman Terrance Turnbach announced he has filed to run for the chair of the Ocean County Democrats against long-time office holder Wyatt Earp. “My pledge is to rebuild and rebrand our county party as an organization we can be proud of, an organization people want to be a part of, and a party built on inclusion,” he said. “We should not have to hide our identities as Ocean County Democrats in elections with the hopes (Councilman - See Page 4)
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of getting elected, but we must build a brand of public service and strong work ethic that drives our neighbors and fellow residents to vote for us.” Turnbach won the council election in 2017, alongside two running mates. They were the first Democrats on the Toms River governing body in years. O n e of t h e m wo u n d u p s w it ch i n g parties; another chose not to run for re-election. Tur nbach didn’t win his re-election bid in 2021. He won in the f irst post-Tr ump election, when the nation was swinging blue. He lost in
the first post-Biden election, when the nation was swinging red. This time, his running mate is Tara Kownacki. The municipal chair for the Lacey Township Democratic Organization is r unning for Ocean County Democratic Vice Chair. “There is a real oppor t unit y here to strengthen the party and energize local Democrats,” Kownacki said. “It has become apparent that there are areas we can improve upon, such as communication and organization with our local municipalities. We need to streamline information and modernize the way we work with municipal chairs and candidates for off ice. Ter rance
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and I share the same work ethic and ethos. We believe in building people up, bringing people along, and giving everything 110%.” Turnbach and Kownacki shared statistics that in 2021, Ocean County held 26 municipal elections, and only half of those had Democratic candidates. Currently, of the 212 elected positions across the cou nt y, 202 a re held by Republicans. “It’s hard to win elections when we’re not r u n n i ng ca nd id ates,” Tu r nbach said. “Is our party in a better position today than we were 16 years ago? It’s time for an honest gut check.” They said they are working to f ill committee seats “left vacant by the current leadership team.” When current Democratic Chair Wyatt Earp took the helm 16 years ago, Democrats held office in 11 of Ocean County’s 33 municipalities, Turnbach said. Currently, Democrats hold office in only three of the 33 municipalities. Earp declined to address individual attacks Turnbach made, only to explain t he st r ides cou nt y Democrats have made in recent years. The county is strongly Republican, with only Brick being r un by Democrats. By way of comparison, there were 68,615 votes for Gov. Phil Murphy in 2021 across the county compared to 56,582 in 2017. Mail-in voting strongly favored Democrats across the country
and that was true here as well. “It’s a democratic process,” said the current chair, Wyatt Earp, of the election to lead the county party. “I would be hopeful that someone running for a county-wide position would be active in the county organization. “I wish him well and good health,” he said. Turnbach is an attorney at the law firm Starkey, Kelly, Kenneally, Cunningham & Turnbach and became known for public service. In addition to being on the boards of the Hope Center and Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity, he worked with State representatives to amend the Code Blue laws; established the Toms River Education Foundation, which raised over $40,000 for students; created the Toms River Food Distribution site during COVID-19; and worked w it h Gover nor Mu r phy’s Of f ice to secure $400,000 for the Toms River Field of Dreams and $7.6 million for Toms River Regional Schools as aid to address the budget cuts. Born and raised in Lacey Township, Kow nack i moved to Sa n Diego for college, where she met her husband. They moved back to Lacey in 2009, where they raise their four children. She became more active in politics in 2016, attending the Women’s March in Washington, D.C. and volunteering for congressional candidates, going on to become municipal chair.
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Continued From Page 1 outdoors. “We’ve done an event each month and found the downtown nights out were quite successful last year,” said Gary Mor r ison of Bat tle R iver Brewi ng. “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 other downtown business owners got together with Kim Dippolito, the BID’s Marketing Director, and went to work. One of their first contacts had more than a few connections in planning local Celtic activities. Thomas King, who 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 t radition or not, he’s well-sk illed i n get t i ng th i ngs done quickly. With just three weeks’ notice, King arranged for fifteen vendors to offer a w ide va r iet y of products. People
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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. “Hopef ully, 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
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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. 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 neighborhoods that went into the 4th District were the senior communities off Route 37. Bayville will be in the 2nd district. Lacey will almost be entirely in the 4th District, (Lawmaker - See Page 7)
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The Toms River Times, March 12, 2022, Page 7 Brick And Toms River These large towns used to be part of the 3rd District, but they will be in the 4th District starting in January. Their state district has not changed. It will still be the 10th District. Manchester And Jackson No changes have been made in this area. You will continue to have Chris Smith as your 4th District Representative. Manchester will still have Senator Jim Holzapfel (R-10th) as your state representative and Jackson residents will still have Senator Sam Thompson (R-12th) as your state representative.
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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-
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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
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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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─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools Broadway star Frenie Acoba, front, poses for a photo with the cast and crew of High School North’s production of Matilda. TOMS RIVER – The cast and crew of Rising Star College Scholarships High School North’s Matilda were sur- $10,000: Senior, Caitlyn Kaiser, Trunchprised to learn that Frenie Acoba, the orig- bull inal Lavender in the Broadway production $10,000: Junior, Sophie Regenye, Miss of the show, was in the audience during Honey their February 26 performance. After the $10,000: Senior, Rebecca Remelgado, Mrs. show, Acoba visited backstage to talk to Wormwood the cast and crew about their incredible $10,000: Junior, Alexa Rey, Matilda performance. Students reported that Aco- $10,000: Senior, John Claude Yambao, Mr. ba radiated positive energy and that they Wormwood were truly inspired by, and grateful for, her generous and surprising visit. Rising Star Summer Program ScholAnd that wasn’t all the HSN theatre troupe arships had to be thankful for, as last weekend also $1,000: Junior, Angie Amato, Rudolpho/ ushered in the news that they had been Sergei/ Doctor awarded $56,000 in scholarships from the $1,000: Freshman, Lucas Maciel, Bruce New York Conservatory of Dramatic Arts $1,000: Junior, Kiley Madigan, Mrs. Rising Star Awards Program. Phelps “We are so incredibly proud of them,” $1,000: Freshman, Madison McPhee, said HSN theatre teacher Carolyn Little. Lavender The scholarship awards break down as $1,000: Senior, Joelle Mascaro, Nigel follows, as the district congratulates all $1,000: Senior, Peyton Williams, Escapof the winners: ologist/ Ballerina
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─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools Representatives from Toms River Education Foundation stand with members of the district’s K-12 music department in celebration of TREF’s $10,000 check to musical arts. TOMS RIVER – One year ago, the new- in recent years. ly-founded Toms River Education Foundation “We know how crucial the arts and specifmade its philanthropic mission known with ically music is to a well-rounded education,” a $10,000 donation to district athletics. The said Board President Jennifer Howe, who also foundation continued its support of enriching serves as TREF’s vice president. “We hope this extracurricular activities, donating $10,000 to donation enables any student to pursue a paththe district’s music programs. way in music education with all the resources, The donation will certainly be welcomed by mentorships, and experiences they will need to a burgeoning musical arts scene within the succeed and thrive.” district. Over the past several weeks, numerous Howe also proudly acknowledged that the students have been named to state and regional donation was made possible by local support, inbands and orchestras, and the arts in general has cluding Dr. Mukesh Roy, who donated proceeds seen a huge spike in interest, talent, and success from the Metro Classic Basketball Tournament.
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2009-2010 South Team To Enter NJ HS Hockey Hall Of Fame
─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – The 2009-2010 High School South hockey squad, which won the Public A state title, is being inducted into the New Jersey High School Hockey Hall of Fame. “This is a great honor for our school’s ice hockey program,” said High School South Principal and newly-appointed Superintendent Mike Citta. “That title is part of our school, our district, and Toms River’s history, and I’m thrilled that the team will be immortalized in the Hall of Fame.” That HSS team’s run toward the title is the stuff of legend. They entered the playoffs a 16 seed, and knocked off top-seeded Morris Knolls in the opening round. From there, they never relented, ultimately defeating 3-seed Randolph in the finals on the New Jersey Devils home ice at Prudential Center. “We had a successful regular season,” said coach Bill McKinnon, “including a Christmas tournament win, a regular season divi-
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Developmental Disabilities Committee Meeting March 30
TOMS RIVER – The next Toms River Mayor’s Advisory Committee on Developmental Disabilities (TRMSCDD) meeting will be a hybrid of in-person/ virtual on March 30 at 6:30 p.m. All meetings are open to the public. Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone: meet.goto.com/334175733. The TR MACDD advocates for the education, servicing, medical equality,
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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.
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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
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BUSINESS PROFILE The Goddard School Of Toms River Route 70 By Bob Vosseller On Route 70 in Toms River, a premiere preschool specializing in early childhood development, The Goddard School offers programs and services for infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, as well as before/ after care and summer camp until age 12. Led by on-site owners, Alisa Khaitan and Peter Larsson, alongside Educational Director Jackie Fiorentino and Operational Director Katie Rondinone, The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 blends the highest standards in early childhood education and development with nurturing care in a family-like environment.. “Our families place an enormous amount of trust in us to provide an exceptional childcare experience grounded in solid educational programming,” Fiorentino said, “and we take that trust very seriously.” Indeed, open communication with parents is of the utmost importance at The Goddard School of Route 70. On a daily basis, teachers and parents collaborate with one another to ensure that each child’s needs are met with great satisfaction. “Parents are always welcome to call during the day,” Rondinone says. “When you pick up your child, you will receive a daily activity report that highlights what your child did that day. The teacher will record how long your child napped, how much lunch your child ate and how well your child is doing with potty training, milestone developments and more. Your child’s teacher also makes sure to write a note about a special moment of your child’s day.” It’s this level of commit-
The founders and staff of the Toms River Goddard School gather in front of the school and are ready to start a new school day. ment to open and ongoing event for our families and “Since March 2020, we’ve then personally walks the and from their elementary parent communication that teachers alike – we all look worked tirelessly to imple- child down to their class- schools directly from GodKhaitan credits, in part, to forward to them as a way ment additional policies room. At the end of the dard Route 70. Parents are the success of her school. to forge even stronger rela- and procedures to keep day this process repeats able to drop their school “We do everything we can tionships with one another.” our children, faculty, and in reverse and children are age children off at Goddard to involve our families and One feature that differen- families as safe as possi- brought out to their parents Route 70 as early as 6:30 keep them informed and tiates The Goddard School ble,” Khaitan says. Some who wait just outside the am for their before-care connected,” Khaitan adds. Route 70 from other local of these policies include a front door, with plenty of program and pick them up “The cornerstone of our preschools is their unique COVID-19 vaccine man- space for social distancing. as late as 6:00 pm from school is that we are ex- and flexible learning en- date for all staff members, “These enhanced dropoff the after-care program, tremely family-based. We vironment, grounded in a which is stricter than the and pickup procedures help affording working parents place a strong emphasis philosophy that learning state mandate which al- us mitigate the transmission greater flexibility in their on family involvement.” On shouldn’t be one-size-fits- lows for childcare workers of COVID-19 within our daily schedules. Children top of a welcoming “call us all. “Child development is to either be vaccinated or school,” says Fiorentino. who attend the program are anytime of day” policy, the about more than just reach- submit to weekly testing. “That being said, we very given an afternoon snack school sends out regular ing milestones. It’s about “We only hire teachers who much look forward to the as well as outdoor/recess emails, school calendars igniting your little one’s curi- are fully vaccinated and day when we can safely time on the school playand newsletters highlighting osity and instilling a lifelong boosted. Our children are welcome parents back into ground with ample space upcoming school events love of learning,” Fiorentino too young to get vaccinated our school on a daily basis.” to run around on the grass, and activities. The school said. “Whether it’s learning themselves, so we owe it to Although the program draw with sidewalk chalk, or has even started hosting about precipitation on a them to do everything in our at The Goddard School play with hula hoops, bean regular Parent Open Hous- rainy day or counting the power to keep them protect- Route 70 is for children bag tosses, and other gross es for enrolled families. toes on a T-Rex with a child ed from this virus.” Another ages 6 weeks to 6 years, motor equipment. Teachers “Every couple of months, who loves dinosaurs, we COVID-19 policy is that par- they also provide services are available and willing to we invite our families into give our youngest learners ents of enrolled children are for older children with their assist aftercare students the school after hours to the chance to discover the not allowed in the school for hugely popular before and with homework, play board visit the classrooms and world from the safety and dropoff and pickup. Instead, aftercare program. Stu- games, or a lively round chat with their child’s teach- comfort of their classroom.” a member of the front office dents from Manchester of Four Corners. “Being ers and front office staff,” In fact, health and safety staff meets all families at the Township Public Schools a working parent can be Khaitan says. “Parent Open has never been more im- door to take children’s tem- and Joseph A. Citta Ele- incredibly challenging, so Houses have become a portant than it is now during peratures and screen for mentary School in Toms we’re thrilled that we can much-anticipated quarterly the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 symptoms and River can be bussed to offer local families greater flexibility in their daily schedules with our before and aftercare program,” Fiorentino said. The Goddard School located in Toms River is located at 255 Route 70, near Whitesville Road by the Manchester border. For more information on enrollment options available at The Goddard School, or to schedule a tour, please call 732-363-5530 or visit goddardschool.com/nj-ny/ Staff members of the Toms River Goddard School provide instruction and communicate with students who are enjoying their day in class. toms-river-route-70-nj.
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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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A SECRET INGREDIENT MAKES THIS MEATY SAUCE SUPER MEATY TASTING: MUSHROOMS! By America’s Test Kitchen
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 occa-
sionally, 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 stirin tomatopuree, dicedtomatoes 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. Return 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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