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The meeting room was full of people ready to address the issue. By Chris Lundy of another board mem- to “planned vacations.” BERKELEY – When ber, Merissa Borawski, Officials vowed to take a board member’s so- allegedly posted anti-gay action to address this sitcial media postings were and anti-Black state- uation. The most recent called racist by students ments online. Koenig meeting opened with and parents, district offi- had previously told The the board instituting cials were told it was just Berkeley Times that the a social media policy a symptom of a larger postings were taken out which read, in part, that problem in Central Re- of context. a school board member gional High School. The two members are must avoid conduct on The situation became new to the board, hav- social media that would public when one board ing joined in January. violate the School Ethics member, Heather Koe- They were r unning Act. nig, posted memes on mates, campaigning on “While this policy reFacebook that residents an anti-mask sentiment. spects the right of Board said were racist. It cul- Neither attended the members to use social minated when a relative March 17 meeting due networks, board members
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─Photo by Chris Lundy shall recognize that they are held to a higher standard than the general public with regard to standards of conduct and ethics,” the policy stated. “Board members should exercise care in setting appropriate boundaries between their personal and public online behavior, understanding what is private in the digital world often has the possibility of becoming public, even without their knowledge or consent.” Specifically, the policy (Racism - See Page 6)
Senior Community Lawsuit Bill Now In Committee
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The bill that would hold senior communities harmless if a resident contracts COVID-19 on their property has been referred to the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee. There are a lot of steps before it could become
a law. The current version of the bill is pending technical review by legislative counsel. Homeowners associations were worried that anyone contracting COVID-19 could sue the association – and members personally. It might be difficult to prove that someone
contracted the virus in a clubhouse or similar space, but even a frivolous lawsuit could still be financially damaging. The language of the bill makes the homeowner association and its members immune from civil liability for any damages bor ne
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By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN GATE – Ocean Gate Mayor Paul Kennedy has been charged with Official Misconduct and Theft after failing to give money he made through borough assets, using it for personal benefit. Investigation revealed that Kennedy, 66, had sold borough assets on the government auction website GovDeals.com and did not to turn over the proceeds. He instead used this money for personal use. (Mayor - See Page 5)
New Group To Feed Military Families In Need By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Around 30 people, many of whom were owners or operators of local restaurants, recently gathered at Capone’s in Toms River to discuss their strategy in aiding needy military families at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Cliff Baker of Toms River is the president of the new organization called Dine On Us and its motto is “Feeding the Need.” His wife Teresa serves as secretary and Troy Swift serves as treasurer. “The American Legion has a list of 125 families who qualify on Fort Dix and Lakehurst that are on food stamps. The American Legion brings them canned food every week. We want to do more than canned food,” Baker added. The group’s goal is to raise $1,000 per family through donations, fundraising events and various ongoing programs. The 501(c)3 non-prof it also wants to provide gift cards to families with the (Need - See Page 4)
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Continued From Page 1 message of “Dine On Us from our table to yours, thank you for your service” printed on the card, Baker said. The gift cards would be used at multiple venues of partner agencies. “Our mission is to get 125 of these for April. We would take it to the commander of the Fort Dix base and make sure each family gets one of these gift cards,” Baker added. “We want to offer them a night out to get off the base as a thank you for their service with the idea that we have your family’s back while you are out protecting ours. We want to take care of our active military families.” It was noted by attendees that with the summer season approaching, other revenue generating opportunities and venues would open up for fundraising efforts. One location mentioned was the boardwalk of Seaside Heights. Partner businesses such as Bum Rogers in Seaside Park, Hanger 21 in Lakehurst, Capone’s in Toms River, Spicy’s in Seaside Heights, Four Seasons Diner and Burger 25 in Toms River and others present committed to the organization’s mission. Baker was more than pleased with the turnout of the meeting. He was surrounded by family members, close friends and many who worked with him before with his prior non-profit organization and who pledged to support his efforts with the
new group and its mission. “We love to brainstorm and get everyone’s opinion and ideas. We love going back and forth so throw your ideas at us.” Baker and many others who are serving in key roles within the new group have served in the military. He noted that the new logo that was designed for the group helped to “bring us all back together again. It brought us back as family. This feels warm. It feels good and it just feels right.” Fundraising and other organization division leaders were named during the meeting. The group is also looking to
partner up with a job fair event. Baker stressed that “we have set a goal of creating three separate occasions for our 125 active military families who are living at a poverty level and on government assistance programs like food stamps with $300 worth of gift cards each time. After our initial delivery of our gift cards at the end of April, we will immediately start collecting for our second phase - A Night on the Boardwalk. These gift cards will focus on beach and Boardwalk related activities.” “Then we will collect for to create a wonderful Christmas and wish list toys
for all the active military children,” he added. The Board of Directors includes Chrissy Piga, Rick Papsin, Steve Vetter, Manchester Councilwoman Michele Zolezi and Mike Ferraro among others. The gathering served not only as a planning session but an opportunity for introductions, brainstorming and networking. Those seeking information on how to be a part of Dine On Us, its upcoming fundraising events, or how to make a contribution toward its efforts can visit the organization’s website at dineonus.org or e-mail Baker at cliff@dineonus.org.
─Photo By Bob Vosseller Members of the new organization Dine On Us gather at Capone’s of Toms River recently as a planning/formation meeting.
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Continued From Page 1 In addition, detectives found that Kennedy failed to deposit borough parking meter f u nds i n the boroug h’s ba n k account. He also sold borough office furniture through a private Facebook Marketplace account, with the intent of using the money for personal use. Kennedy was processed at the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office and released on a summons pending a future court date. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley
D. Billhimer acknowledged the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Professional Standards/Corruption Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Economic Crimes Squad, Ocean Gate Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, for their collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation. The charges referenced are merely accusations and the public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
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Continued From Page 1 laid out that board members: • Shouldn’t post anything that would violate district policies • Respect all people • Refrain from defaming the board, district, employees, students, or families • Should not disclose confidential information • Should not use their title to solicit a business where there’s a conflict of interest • Should refrain from communicating with other board members online • Should not respond to any posting or question as a board member Penalties for breaking this policy include sanctions. The meeting was standing room only, and the public demanded more accountability than this policy. Several of the speakers were students. The first speaker of the meeting was junior Parker Miller. “Microaggressions, macro aggressions, vile and racist rants from students, teachers who refers to a race of people as “the blacks,” assistant principal who referenced to me…a honor student with a 4.0 GPA, key club member, community volunteer, student varsity athlete, and a former vice president of the student body as ‘well spoken’ and racist posts from school board members and that’s been my walk just this week. And there are hundreds of more kids who can empathize with this same experience here at Central Regional High School. “Tonight I am not standing in front of you all asking for appeasement or atonement. I along with other countless peers are looking for change and action now,” she said. She suggested a number of changes, including a People Of Color Student Union Club; a diversity and inclusion advisory board (made up of parents, students, and community members); for administration to create an environment that supports students reporting incidents of harassment and intimidation; a 2022 recruitment plan for black teachers; complaints against the board member with the NJ School Ethics Commission; and a formal apology from the board and the board
member in particular. Her mother, Joeshun Miller, said that the climate in this country has been this way for years. Schools should be a safe harbor for children, and they should be able to come to staff if they have a problem. But staff at the high school have not handled it appropriately. “When kids come forward, they feel ignored, or they feel like they’re being punished if they come forward,” she said. Ebony Rivera is a parent but also the principal of the Ella G. Clarke school in Lakewood. “There definitely needs to be diversity training for staff,” she said, describing a time a teacher spoke to her son privately and used a metaphor saying it was like he had a noose around his neck. “The comments were grossly inappropriate,” Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides said of the social media postings. “Please don’t judge us by one or two people.” One parent took that comment and provided the mirror of it, saying that racists think everyone of the same race is the same. “You say don’t let two board members reflect the rest of you, yet you saw two board members see something on TV that reflect all of us.” Agnes Whitfield is a teacher and a coach at Central. “I know racism first hand, I’m from Jackson,” she said. “My family was burned out by white supremacists.” Crosses were burned on their lawn and there was a message “N….. get out of Jackson.” Earlier that day, Central officials met with community leaders such as teacher Will Jacobs, Pastor Donnie Clyburn and Robert Taylor, who runs programs in Manitou Park. Taylor remembers when there were riots at Central between races when he attended. “Dr. P. and Dr. Corbett listened,” Taylor said. “We have to give them a chance” to make it better, he told the crowd. If they don’t, then the public needs to keep on them. But they have to be given time to work it out. A lot of members of the public wanted to be in on that meeting of community leaders. Taylor said the group started small, to build a foundation. Eventually, there will be more members. More voices will be brought to the table.
The Board of Education meeting became an impromptu version of that community meeting. Parents and students came up and told stories of horrible things that they witnessed. They shared stories like how Black students are frequently asked if they can give an N card. This means that the Black person gives the white person the OK to use the N word. The Black students feel like they have to say yes because if they rock the boat there will be consequences. Teachers and coaches hear the slurs but choose to dismiss it, they said. There’s an Instagram page called “N…..s at Central Regional” where kids are encouraged to post pictures of Black students. When their friends say something racist, they have to let it go, they said. They have to make a choice at that moment whether to make it an issue or not. And they said they didn’t feel comfortable talking to staff about it. They didn’t think their concerns were being heard by staff. They feared retaliation from students. Board member Lisa Cowdrick said that the board meets with 40-45 kids at bimonthly meetings and these issues are never brought up. “I thought it was just two school board members who made bad choices,” but this is all new information to her. She also recalled being at Central in the 70s when the race riots were. “We have more of a big problem than two of our board members,” she said. At one point, Parker Miller was allowed to sit next to the board’s official student representative as a way to show she was being heard. Another student, Jaivon Tate, later sat down next to a board member as well. He had said he almost fought some of the kids making racial remarks but if he did that, it would just be fueling their argument. Several of the remarks centered on specific offenders. Rivera, the principal in Lakewood, cautioned against labeling a student as a racist. “Leave room for him to change. He may have done racist things but don’t call him a racist. Let’s love the hell out of him. “Those two Board of Education members are the scapegoats, but it’s the culture” that has to
change, said Rivera. The culture will be there whether those board members are here or not. “They’re not here,” Pastor Clyburn said of the two board members, pointing to their empty seats. Then, referring to the rest of the board, “and they’re catching the brunt of it.” If you want to make changes, you need to vote, he said. These two got on the board because of an election. Don’t say that elections don’t matter. Several parents said that they have had to speak to their children about racism, and about how they are perceived by society. They have to do this because of the color of their skin. White parents might never have to talk to their children about race. “We’re having the conversation with our kids, but someone needs to have that conversation with the offenders,” Joeshun Miller said. Residents urged the board to file ethics complaints against Koenig for her social media posts. Board attorney Christopher Dasti said that the board can’t legally discipline or kick out its own members. The residents responded, saying that individual board members should file complaints as citizens. A member of the public doled out forms to have people file complaints. Not Just Black And White An Asian student said she was scared to come to school during the beginning of COVID because the virus was being blamed on China. She said other students squint at her in the hallway or ask if she eats dogs and cats. Teachers turn a blind eye toward it. A bilingual student said that students that don’t speak English don’t know where to go. “They came here to do better, but without support they can’t get better,” she said. Parlapanides said that the district used to have an English as a Second Language program, but when the number of kids who needed it went down, the program stopped. Livera, the principal in Lakewood, asked how the school can not have an ESL program. “I’m embarrassed,” Board member Cowdrick said. “I chair the education committee and I didn’t know we didn’t have ESL.”
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial Everyone’s An Expert I h a ve t o a d m i t I have the most brilliant friends. I open up Facebook, and it’s a treasure trove of knowledge. My friends are experts on COVID, race relations, geopolitical disputes and more. All that genius is right at my fingertips! I’m so blessed. In fact, some of them excel in many f ields. They already knew everything there is to know about vaccines, and this month, they know ever ything there is to know about the Ukraine. Their cognitive capacity knows no bounds! They are truly savants, in that they don’t even have to work in their field to be experts. They ca n k now ever y th i ng there is to know about censorship, fossil fuels AND the voting rights m ove m e nt s i n G e o rgia. Meanwhile, they are spending 40 hours a week at a job that has nothing to do with any of that. Plus commute. Plus watching TV shows that they constantly post about. How, I wonder, do they find the time to learn so much? How did they memor ize the Bill of Rights and the associated legal precedents? When did they interview
all the pertinent voices to understand the many nuances of gender roles in modern society? Did they have their scientific research peer reviewed like other scientists? That’s truly amazing, because usu ally all I have time for is a meme or a short video where someone blabbers one side of an argument for a few seconds. But, I never feel like I have the full information to really understand a topic from something as obviously biased as that. Even when I watch the news, I’m often only hearing one side, so where do they get all the different sides of a story? Personally, I always thought that to be an expert, you have to study a field for a number of years. Not only that, but you really have to live and breathe it. You can’t just read about science, for example, you have to do science to really understand it. I never thought that just being alive and being somewhat interested in a topic made me an expert on anything. But I guess I’m not an expert on how to be an expert. Chris Lundy News Editor
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Letters To The Editor Representative Democracy Wins Over OC Democratic Boss Sunday, March 13 was the Ocean County Democratic Committee Meeting and the annual Mini-Convention to nominate County and Congressional candidates to appear on the PARTY “line” for the Primary ballot in June, and it was quite an example of the PEOPLE demanding democracy. The Democratic leadership sent out notice of the meeting and most Committee members received a postcard less than a week before the meeting. Also contained in this notice was an amendment to be voted on at this meeting. This amendment was to allow Vote by Mail (VBM) to be used for the election of the Democratic leadership, currently led by one of New Jersey’s infamous “bosses.” After reading the amendment, it seems like déjà vu going back 12 years when Wyatt Earp did the same thing with extending the term of County Committee members and leadership from 2 years to 4 years. He sent short notice out about the meeting, including the fact that we would be voting on this amendment at the meeting/mini-convention. It’s very sad that he didn’t learn from that past experience where he failed to give members enough time to understand and digest all the implications of pushing through and fast tracking such an important amendment. This current VBM amendment has so many loopholes and dangerous precedents that utilizing this voting method for a “Party” election – being controlled by the current leadership from the creation of the ballot to the counting and announcing the results - opens up so many opportunities for fraud and deception. It’s like putting the fox in the
hen house. I am very concerned by the rushing through the voting of this amendment, just as they did in 2010 with the extension of the terms for Cou nt y Com m it tee members and leadership to 4 years. It should be noted that according to the NJ Statute in Title 19 pertaining to Party leadership elections, they should occur every year not every four years. I think we should have three meetings on this proposed amendment before adopting it. The first meeting should be the presentation of this amendment and the formation of a committee to develop the iron-clad procedures and sending out a draft document to members; the second meeting should be that the appointed committee present their results to the membership and take some feedback from the members; and the third meeting could be reviewing the agreed-upon document and voting on the amend ment. That’s what a responsible organization would do. This is such a dangerous change to our process that I think it deserves the time for the membership to understand all the implications. They, on the other hand, think anonymity will be preser ved, but they are still in control and we all know that transparency hasn’t been a strength of the Ocean County Democratic organization. The scenario stated above is NOT what happened this past Sunday. We were not willing to just vote for this amendment without adequate vetting and many committee members had valid questions. As a result, the Chairman kept pushing back on us until a motion was made to table the discussion for a future date with follow-up containing air-tight procedures and controls before we would vote on such a major change in how we do business. Leadership must
understand that gone are the days of backdoor deals and ruling over political fiefdoms within our local Democratic organizations. It should also be noted that Wyatt used so much time in the beginning of the meeting to bring up lots of folks to sing his praises, that there wasn’t enough time for the candidates to present themselves to the Committee members. The Chair of the NJ State Democratic Committee, LeRoy Jones, also was in attendance. This was very embarrassing for both the candidates and the Committee membership and maybe even the State Democratic Chair. Anyone who makes the mistake of trying to characterize us as a marginalized group of dissidents is sorely mistaken. WE are the majority. We must continue to fight for participatory democracy within our County Committee. We are committed to winning this fight and our victory on Sunday is just a start. Marianne P. Clemente President, Barnegat Democrat Club County Committee Member
TNR Not A Good Way To Deal With Strays Editor’s note: This letter is in response to a previous article called “Volunteers Give “Purrfect” Help To Feral Felines.” Tr a p - Ne u t e r- R e t u r n (TNR) does not reduce or control the feral cat population. Research has shown that unless more than 75% of the fertile population of a municipality or county is fixed annually (not 75% of a colony here or there), then no reduction will occur. The programs that have had the most resources (for example, county-wide programs in Florida and California) did not even approach 10%. In the article, the writer
refers to a parade of felines that met the feeder at her car. A parade (read that as hoard) of cats congregating outside is detrimental to wildlife and public health. For every outdoor cat, 21 to 55 wild birds will perish annually. Add to that many more small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Domestic cats are the leading direct human-related cause of wild bird and small mammal mortality, yet ironically, what is discussed in the article is predation of cats by coyotes. If this is a concern, subjecting domestic cats to living under these and other hazardous conditions cannot be humane. Domestic cats are the leading domestic animal carrier of rabies. Attracting every nearby rabies-vector raccoon and skunk that gets a whiff of the bounty of cat food provided is not in the best interest of public health or wild animals that will become habituated to humans. If during a pandemic, we still do not understand the importance of preventative and sound, evidence-based practices regarding matters of public health, we never will. Releasing sterilized cats and feeding them so they exist at densities beyond the environmental carrying capacity of any natural mammalian predator is neither sustainable nor effective. That simply turns an area into one giant litter box. Domestic cats are great companion animals, but they should not be sustained in hoards outdoors. Individuals often dump unwanted pets at colonies. TNR enables abandonment and the cycle continues. Adopt ion a nd cont ai nment, or euthanasia if the cats are unable to be adopted or contained, are better and more compassionate choices. Linda Cherkassky NJ
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Carmen F. Amato, Jr. 29 th Lowest Taxes Last month, NJ.com - The Star Ledger printed their annual ranking of which municipalities had the lowest overall proper t y taxes in New Jersey. I am extremely proud to report out of 565 municipalities in New Jersey, Berkeley is the 29th lowest OVERALL property taxes in the STATE and the 2nd lowest OVERALL property taxes in OCEAN COUNTY. I wish to thank the members of the Township Council who have worked with me to keep costs down. The average Berkeley Township homeowner pays less than half of the statewide av-
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Strong Bond Rating Standard and Poor’s once again affirmed the Township’s Bond rating at AA-. This was based on the Township’s stable performance and stable economic base. S&P has concluded the Township has strong management with good financial policies and practices in place, along with a strong budgetary performance and very strong liquidity. Once again, we are extremely pleased that S&P has recognized the extreme effort we have made to be financially responsive to our taxpayers despite these difficult economic times. I am proud of what we’ve done to keep Berkeley Township an affordable place to live, work and retire for all our residents and we plan on keeping it that
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Social Security I have asked the Council and they have unanimously approved a resolution seeking a better formula in determining the yearly Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase. Historically, the Social Security COLA percentages have been unfairly low, barely providing the necessary financial support needed by our retirees to make ends meet. Sadly, according to data provided by the Social Security Administration, the average Social Security recipient in the United States receives a paltr y $17,536 per year. This is unacceptable. Many of our retirees in Berkeley Township count on Social Security as their primary income. The federal government must do better. Seniors are often forced to cut expenses and necessities because the Social Security COLA adjustments rarely meet their financial needs. Over the last 7
years, (2014 to 2020) the average yearly increase was 1.38%. As I have said, this is unacceptable. The current formula used for determining the COLA is the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) in the third quarter of the previous year. Due to record inf lation, this year’s COLA increase is 5.9%. The resolution requests establishing a minimum annual COLA adjustment of 4% or the (CPI-W) index, whichever is greater, to ensure a fairer and more consistent increase for our Social Security recipients. The resolution will be sent to our three Congressional representatives: Jeff Van Drew (R-2nd); Andy Kim (D-3rd); Chris Smith (R-4th) and our U.S. Senators. It is truly an honor to serve as your Mayor. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email me at: mayor@berkeleytownship.org or by phone: 732-244-7400 ext.: 1203.
Rep. Kim Announces Millions In Funding For Ocean County Schools WASHINGTON, D.C. - One year after the American Rescue Plan became law, Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) announced that Burlington and Ocean County have received $5.4 million from the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Emergency Connectivity Fund Program (ECF) that provides students with the internet service, laptops, Wi-Fi hotspots, and other equipment necessary for their education. “While the COVID pandemic taught us a lot about our healthcare system, it also highlighted that many students across our district don’t have access to the internet at home, and are struggling to study outside of school,” said Congressman Kim. “With this money, libraries and school districts are helping st udents across Bu rling ton and Ocean Counties get online to study, do research, and do homework outside of their school buildings. These funds are
helping break down barriers for the next generation of American leaders, and I couldn’t be happier to be bringing $5.4 million back home to help New Jersey students.” The ECF program, which was created as part of the American Rescue Plan, helps schools and libraries ensure that students can connect to the internet at home, allowing them to take advantage of online learning and do their homework. Known as the “homework gap,” students who lack access to the internet at home often fall behind their peers as curriculums and educational opportunities rely more and more on the ability to conduct online research and connect to the web. “The FCC’s Emergency Connectivity Fund program has been an indispensable resource during a challenging time,” said Toms River Regional Schools Interim Superintendent Stephen
Genco. “The American Rescue Plan overall, and specifically the Emergency Connectivity Fund, has enabled us to implement prevention and mitigation strategies, and ensure that there are no obstacles for any student to learn and engage, complete homework, and remain academically on track. For a district like ours, which serves 14,500 students with varying socioeconomic backgrounds, this program and its funding has no doubt served its mission to close learning gaps, and we’re beyond grateful.” “The FCC Emergency Connectivity Fund is ensuring that every student can learn with the latest technology both at school and at home, effectively helping to close the digital divide for our school community,” said Willingboro School District Supervisor of Technology and Data Analysis, Dr. Phillip Crisostomo. “We are now able to replace Chromebooks that had been considered
‘end of life’ with brand new devices to ensure a continuity of learning when students leave school at the end of each day. I’m grateful to Congressman Kim for his steadfast support of Willingboro schools and students.” The ECF Program helps cover costs of laptop and tablet computers, Wi-Fi hotspots, modems, routers, and broadband connectivity purchases for off-campus use by students, school staff, and library patrons. The schools and libraries in Ocean County that received funding from the ECF program include: • Barnegat Township School District $300,990 • Cent ral Regional School Dist r ict $264,000 • Ocean Gate School District $46,080 • Stafford Township School District $163,381.15 • Toms River Regional School District $1,657,817.70
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
they may need to prevent future homelessness and continue to improve their quality of life. For more information about OceanMHS, or how to volunteer, call 732-3495550 or visit OceanMHS.org.
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Continued From Page 1 Senator Christopher Connors told The Berkeley Times in December that the goal was to make sure that those who run the communities won’t get sued as long as they are acting in good faith and following current guidelines. Residents might remember that there was temporary immunity granted in the past. A law enacted on June 30, 2021 provided legal immunity from COVID-related lawsuits to senior communities and other planned real estate developments. However, that law was only made to be short lived. It expired on January 1, 2022. The Senate bill, S-177, and its Assembly companion, A-729, let planned real estate developments (like senior communities) have permanent immunities from lawsuits. The bill is sponsored by local Senators Christopher Connors (R-9th) and James Holzapfel (R-10th), with the Assembly version sponsored by their partners in that branch of government: Brian Rumpf, DiAnne Gove (both R-9th), Gregory McGuckin and John Catalano (both R-10th). Connors told The Berkeley Times in December that the original bill faced a lot of hurdles in order to pass. Other legislators were worried about allowing permanent immunity that goes beyond a state of emergency, for example. It never made it to the floor for a vote. He had hoped the governor would extend it via Executive Order, but that didn’t happen and the bill died when the legislative session concluded. Now, it’s been re-introduced. With the re-introduction of new bills, the 9th District legislators said “Our legislation proposes to eliminate the expiration of immunity for planned real estate developments in the event of COVID-19 spread. In our
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The Berkeley Times, March 26, 2022, Page 9 opinion, this is a more effective approach to the extent that senior communities would not have to deal with this issue every year as we do not know how long COVID will remain a public health matter.” “With the appropriate safeguards and the legal assurance, everything worked fine last summer,” McGuckin said. “As this pandemic rolls on with no end in sight, there’s no reason not to make this solution permanent, and that’s exactly what our
legislation will do.” Communities would be required to post signage at the entrance to shared spaces including pools and gyms notifying visitors that by entering the areas they are waiving all civil liability for damages arising from COVID. “Residents who invest their hard-earned money in communities so they can enjoy the amenities should have the option to enjoy what they pay for,” said Assemblyman
Catalano. “After two years of the pandemic, people have learned to accept a reasonable level of risk when they leave the home, and they are tired of being told what they can’t do. Our seniors have earned the right to hang out at the pool and enjoy the clubhouse and gym in their communities.” The timeline for the bill to come to a vote is not yet known. The original bills that created the immunity were S-3584 and A-4979.
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BAYVILLE – VFW Post 9503 is hosting an “All You Can Eat” breakfast on March 27 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Post located at 383 Veterans Boulevard in Bayville. Open to the public. This month’s special is blueberry pancakes with eggs to order, assorted omelets, toast, biscuits, orange/apple/tomato juices, hash, sausage, breakfast potatoes, tea and coffee
also on the menu. The breakfast is prepared and served by our Boy Scout Troop 9503 and Girl Scout Troops 247, 278, and 427 under parental supervision. Cost is $9 for adults, $5 for kids under 12 and active military eat free! Come out and enjoy a breakfast at the Post and have the young adults serve you. Girl Scout cookies will be on sale at the Post.
PBA 237 1st Annual Cornhole Tournament
BERKELEY – The Berkeley Township PBA Local 237 will be hosting their 1st Annual Cornhole Tournament on May 14 at the Berkeley VFW, 383 Veterans Boulevard in Bayville. Price per team is $150 and includes souvenir cup, food and drink. Spectators: $40
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Beachwood’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt
BEACHWOOD – Beachwood Recreation is proud to invite you all out for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Mayo Park on April 10 at 1 p.m. They will have the hunt divided into five categories: ages 3 and under; ages 4 to 6; ages 7 to 9; ages 10 to 12; and spe-
cial needs. Anyone participating in the special needs event will need to sign in upon arrival. Make plans to come out and have a great time! A rain date for this event has been set for April 16.
Summer Employment Opportunities In Beachwood
BEACHWOOD – The Borough of Beachwood has announced summer 2022 employment opportunities. They are hiring for the position of Lifeguard and Badge Checkers. Applications must be at least
16 years old. Application are available at the Beachwood Municipal Complex. Deadline for application submissions is April 4. For more information, call 732286-6000 ext. 101.
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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library is excited to announce the arrival of a new limited edition library card design featuring “Baby Yoda,” also called “Grogu” or “The Child,” the breakout star of the Disney+ hit series “The Mandalorian.” Cards, for new and existing Library members, will be available at all 21 Ocean County Library branches and reading centers beginning March 28. In addition to spotlighting the beloved character, the card features an easy-toread, enlarged-font barcode number on the opposite side. The card design is part of American Library Association’s READ® campaign which, for more than three decades, has featured celebrities, musicians, award-winning authors and illustrators who have lent their star power to support America’s libraries. They hope you will join this spring at the Ocean County Library to enjoy their new programs and services and to pick up your new Baby Yoda library card. Keep up with library programs and events at theoceancountylibrary.org.
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Schedule For Hazardous Materials Disposal
LAKEWOOD – Phil Roux, the Lakewood Tow n sh ip d i re ct or of P ubl ic Works, has announced the date of the 2022 residential household hazardous waste disposal program, sponsored by the Ocean County Board of Commissioners and the Department of Solid Waste Management. Lakewood residents can dispose of household hazardous waste in Lakewood, April 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lakewood Public Works, 1 America Way only by registering online. Visit co.ocean.nj.us/recycle online to register for a time slot. Other locations in Stafford and Manchester tow nships also available to Ocean County residents. Proof of residency, driver’s license or tax bill, is required. Household hazardous waste in their original containers except for oil and gasoline includes aerosols, auto products, cleaning products, chemicals/pool chemicals, fire extinguishers, gasoline,
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Borough Of Ocean Gate Is Now Hiring For Summer 2022 OCEAN GATE – The Borough of Ocean Gate is now accepting applications for summer 2022. Lifeguard and Beach Badge Checker applications are available at oceangatenjgov.com, click on Municipal Clerks page and scroll down to employment applica-
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Around The Jersey Shore Exit 82 Theatre Re-Opens Studio Theater Downtown With 2022 Season
TOMS RIVER – Exit 82 Theatre Company in Downtown Toms River is thrilled to reopen their Studio Theater with a full 2022 season including musicals, plays, children’s programming, community nights, concerts, and more playing throughout the year. Kicking off the Main Stage season, Exit 82 will feature Broadway’s Musical Comedy: FIRST DATE playing March 18 to 27. When blind date newbie Aaron is set up with serial-dater Casey, a casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner. Can this couple turn what could be an all-too-familiar dating disaster into something special before the check arrives? Up next, the theater will host the 4th annual Toms River Pride celebration on June 11. In addition to the street festival, the Main Stage and Studio Theater will be packed with entertainment all day. This summer, the Tony and Pulitzer Prize winning show, RENT, will play July 21 to 31. Set in the East Village of New York City, this beloved musical is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Rounding out the mainstage season, the murder mystery comedy CLUE will run
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Holiday City South Social Club TOMS RIVER – The Holiday City South Social Club is presenting a night of wonderful music brought to you by “Who Are You Guys” on June 11 at the Holiday City South Club house at 139 Santiago Drive, Toms River, from 7 to 10 p.m. They will provide coffee, tea, water and chips. Everyone is invited to bring
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Holiday City At Berkeley Vendor/Craft/Flea Market TOMS R I V ER – Holid ay Cit y at Berkeley will be hosting a Vendor/ Craf t / Flea Market on May 14 f rom 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Rain date May 15) at t he pa rk i ng lot of Hol id ay Cit y Berkeley, 631 Jamaica Boulevard in
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Document Shredding Program BERKELEY – Berkeley Township has announced document shredding program at the Berkeley Township Recycling Center, 630 Pinewald Keswick Road, Bayville, on April 2 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Ocean County College Earns Gold Status As A Military Friendly School
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College announced that it has earned the 2022-2023 Military Friendly® School designation with Gold Award status, a recognition of the College’s commitment, effort and success in supporting student veterans. The annual Military Friendly School list identifies institutions that are setting the standard for military and veteran programs and initiatives. A Gold-level ranking is awarded to schools scoring within 10% of the 10th-ranking institution. OCC’s distinction as a Gold-level institution is a direct result of the rigorous efforts of the College’s Veteran and Military Resource Center, which has also been designated as a Center of Excellence for Student Veteran Success. The VMRC is led by Assistant Director Ryan Luurtsema, a 2021 Veteran Champion of the Year in Higher Education, who served 8 years in the U.S. Army and has been a part of the OCC community since 2019. “Our goal at OCC is to provide the utmost support to all military- and veteran-affiliated students, whether they identify as active duty personnel or spouses and dependents – new, returning, current, or alumni, in any and all capacities,” said Luurtsema. “Transitioning out of service is a life experience, not a temporary reflection. If you have served in or out of uniform, we want to serve you throughout your journey.”
The Military Friendly® designation is based on extensive research using public data sources from more than 8,800 schools nationwide, input from student veterans, and responses to the proprietary, data-driven Military Friendly® Schools survey from participating institutions. Criteria for selection include student retention, graduation, job placement, loan repayment, persistence (degree advancement or transfer) and loan default rates for all students and, specifically, for student veterans. “Our standards provide a benchmark that promotes positive outcomes and support services that better the educational landscape and provide opportunity for the Military Community,” said Kayla Lopez, National Director of Military Partnerships, Military Friendly. “Schools who achieve awards designation show true commitment in their efforts, going over and above that standard.” The 2022-2023 Military Friendly Schools list will be published in the May and October issue of G.I. Jobs magazine and can be found at militaryfriendly.com. For more information about Ocean County College’s veteran programs, visit ocean.edu/ veterans-services.
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─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – The High School South varsity chess team finished in first place in the Kasparov Division of the Shore Chess League, ending with a record of 6-1-1. Robert Dalton finished with the second-best individual record of any player in the division.
At the League Champion’s Tournament, the team finished in eighth place. Pictured left to right are Anthony Mangano (senior), Alvaro Vela (sophomore), Robert Dalton (junior), Coach Langford, Josh Rhine (junior) and Alex Tecalero (junior).
VFW9503 Auxiliary Announces Student Contests
BERKELEY – VFW9503 Auxiliary is reminding the Central and Berkeley school children that there are two contests available for cash prize. Submittal is no later than March 31 to an auxiliary member. The first contest is available to grades 9 to 12 called “Young American Patriotic
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Nothing says springtime like seedlings and fresh compost for a bountiful new season in the garden. Planning your homegrown fruits and vegetables? Consider these yardto-table superstars to help support healthy hearing. Blueberries. Who can resist a batch of berries just waiting to jump into a smoothie, pie, or stack of pancakes? Songbirds love to snack on them, too. And blueberries offer vitamin C, which, combined with magnesium and vitamins A and E, may help thwart noise-induced hearing loss. Kale. The always-reliable kale’s versatility — use it solo or in soups, salads, lasagna, and more — is matched by its hardiness. This timeless leafy green includes folate, which may help reduce risk of hearing loss in older men when taken at higher levels. * Pumpkins. Direct-sow this favorite no earlier than late May for summer or fall harvesting. Freshly collected pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc, which supports the immune system and — in an oral-medication form — might help improve tinnitus. ** Tomatoes. The tomato, a garden staple, has earned its place as a fruit to cultivate. It’s rich in a wealth of nutrients including po-
tassium, an important mineral for regulating blood and tissue fluid levels — including in the inner ear, which plays an important role in hearing and balance. Dr. Izzy & his Staff are here to answer most of your hearing health questions. We can be reached at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/ Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstatehearing.com. Le Prell CG, et al. Free Radical Scavengers, Vitamins A, C, and E, Plus Magnesium Reduces Noise Trauma. Free Radical Biology and Medicine. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/pmc/ articles/PMC1950331/. Accessed Oct. 29, 2021. *Shargorodsky J, et al. A Prospective Study of Vitamin Intake and the Risk of Hearing Loss in Men. Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/pmc/ articles/PMC2853884/. Accessed Oct. 29, 2021. *†Arda HN, et al. The Role of Zinc in the Treatment of Tinnitus. Otology & Neurotology. https://journals.lww.com/otology-neurotology/Abstract/2003/01000/The_Role_of_ Zinc_in_the_Treatment_of_Tinnitus.18. aspx. Accessed Oct. 29, 2021.
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Unusual Health Benefits Of Eucalyptus Leaves By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
To me, eucalyptus oil is one of the best essential oils you’ll ever find. It has so many uses. If you don’t want a little bottle of this, I suggest the plant leaves that are sold in a bunch. You can get them dried or fresh, and you can shower with them! The compound that does the work in eucalyptus is called “1,8-cineole” and it breaks up mucus and reduces spasms in the respiratory tract. This compound has proven clinical efficacy for many diseases including bronchitis, asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Did you know eucalyptus oil is one of the main ingredients in the most famous product called Vicks® VapoRub? This is an over-the-counter drug that contains a lot of camphor and some eucalyptus too, which treats cough, and muscle/joint pain. There are many other topical products sold online today that contain similar active ingredients. As for the beautiful plant itself, you can buy a bundle easily. I received a eucalyptus flower bouquet from a friend for the sole purpose of hanging it in the shower! She sent it to me for this very purpose. The hot steam from the shower helps activate and release eucalyptus oil compounds especially the 1,8-cineole. If this is too strong for you, or unpleasant, but you still want the benefits of this breathing compound, then just put 5 or 10 drops in a large bowl of hot water. Cover your head with a towel and breathe in the aroma for about 10 minutes. Finally, you can 10 - 20 drops in the bathtub, or you can use a carrier oil like coconut oil to rub some on your skin.
The health benefits of 1,8-cineol found in eucalyptus may help with: • Relieve chest tightness and congestion • Promotes feelings of relaxation • Ease breathing • Reduce sinus inflammation • Help a stuffy nose • Helps with allergies • Improve symptoms of asthma and bronchitis • Anxiety and tension Aside from the respiratory benefits that are well documented, 1,8-cineol has been shown to help relieve pain in people who underwent knee surgery. It also can help with sinus headaches and possibly even certain forms of heart disease and skin cancer! These unusual benefits speak to the power of the plant, and even though we need more studies and data, it’s still good news! One fun fact about eucalyptus is that it’s a natural bug repellant! Bees and butterflies don’t like it. Luckily, the flowers don’t have actual petals, but rather hundreds of stamens so it can self-pollinate without the need for natural bug pollinators. Incorporating eucalyptus is easy. It can be found in many products, including herbal teas, decongestants, cough suppressants, mouthwash and dental formulas, skin care products, natural candles, special infused Epsom bath salts, and muscle rubs. If you make changes to your daily health regimen, always ask your doctor if it’s right for you. If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, I can email it to you if you sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com
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Comedy Roast To Raise Funds For Local Food Banks
By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – In need of a good laugh? Come out and enjoy “Kick Out Hunger,” a comedy roast of Jeremy Grunin, on March 31 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at The Vogel - Count Basie for the Arts in Red Bank. Proceeds will benefit Fulfill Food Bank. “The impact of Jeremy’s service to Fulfill, as Past Board Chair and current Board Member, has been tremendous.
We look forward to a night of laughter and good will as we honor him and raise much needed funds for Fulfill to provide food and social services for families, children, seniors, and veterans in need,” CEO and President of Fulf ill Triada Stampas said. Jeremy is the president of Grunin Foundation, a nonprofit based in Toms River. Their mission is to improve the quality of life for all members in the community
by using philanthropy to drive economic excellence at the Central Jersey Shore. “It has been an honor for me to serve with Fulfill to support their mission of building food security in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. When they asked if I would consider being roasted in front of hundreds of people to help raise critical funds needed to alleviate hunger in our community, I didn’t hesitate in responding with an eager (but nervous)
YES! Don’t miss the chance to join in on the laughs at my expense – all for an amazing cause,” Grunin said. The Masters of Ceremony will be Ken Malagiere and the Roasters will be Jonathan Petro, Adam Philipson, Peter Rosario, Thomas Hayes, Sam Huber, Michael Duru, and Laura Grunin. For tickets, ads and raff le tickets, purchase them by visiting fulfillroast. givesmart.com.
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─Photo courtesy Ocean County College TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College announced that it has earned the 20222023 Military Friendly® School designation with Gold Award status, a recognition of the College’s commitment, effort and success in supporting student veterans. The annual Military Friendly School list identifies institutions that are setting the standard for military and veteran programs and initiatives. A Gold-level ranking is awarded to schools scoring within 10% of the 10th-ranking institution. OCC’s distinction as a Gold-level institution is a direct result of the rigorous efforts of the College’s Veteran and Military Resource Center, which has also been designated as a Center of Excellence for Student Veteran Success. The VMRC is led by Assistant Director Ryan Luurtsema, a 2021 Veteran Champion of the Year in Higher Education, who served 8 years in the U.S. Army and has been a part of the OCC community since 2019. “Our goal at OCC is to provide the utmost support to all military- and veteran-affiliated students, whether they identify as active duty personnel or spouses and dependents – new, returning, current, or alumni, in any and all capacities,” said Luurtsema. “Transitioning out of service is a life experience, not a temporary reflection. If you have served in or out of
uniform, we want to serve you throughout your journey.” The Military Friendly® designation is based on extensive research using public data sources from more than 8,800 schools nationwide, input from student veterans, and responses to the proprietary, data-driven Military Friendly® Schools survey from participating institutions. Criteria for selection include student retention, graduation, job placement, loan repayment, persistence (degree advancement or transfer) and loan default rates for all students and, specifically, for student veterans. “Our standards provide a benchmark that promotes positive outcomes and support services that better the educational landscape and provide opportunity for the Military Community,” said Kayla Lopez, National Director of Military Partnerships, Military Friendly. “Schools who achieve awards designation show true commitment in their efforts, going over and above that standard.” T he 2022-2023 Milit ar y Fr iendly Schools list will be published in the May and October issue of G.I. Jobs magazine and can be found at militaryfriendly.com. For more information about Ocean County College’s veteran programs, visit ocean.edu/veterans-services.
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The Berkeley Times, March 26, 2022, Page 23
Around The Jersey Shore Mindfulness Club Has Kindergarteners Breathing Easy
TOMS RIVER – Pine Beach Elementary School teachers Mrs. Gregory and Mrs. Delahunt are hosting a Kindergarten Mindfulness Club through which children are learning breathing techniques and ways to keep their minds and bodies calm. Gently touching a balloon to make sure
it doesn’t touch the f loor, for example, is a calming exercise. Breathing on pinwheels to make them spin helps students develope good, calming breathing techniques. The club, made possible by the American Rescue Plan and the district’s commitment to mental health, is enriching the lives of our youngest students.
HCB First Aid Auxiliary Urgently Need Volunteers
TOMS RIVER – The Holiday City at Berkeley (HCB) First Aid Auxiliary is urgently in need of volunteers to continue this club. Open to the public not just HCB. The job of the HCB First Aid Auxiliary is to work to raise money for the HCB First Aid Squad. The squad members are volunteers that spend many hours a week going on calls to help people in need of medical help. The job as an auxiliary is to raise
money so they can accomplish this. First Aid Squad at 100 Port Royal Drive. They usually meet once a month at 3 p.m. at the First Aid Squad. The meetings only last about an hour. They organize fundraisers to raise money for the squad such as Psychic Fairs, Gift Auctions etc. If interested come to the meeting on September 1 or contact Linda Maddalena at 732-505-6795 or Madeline Wesolowski at
EMS Seeking New Members
BAVILLE – The Bayville Emergency Medical Services is seeking individuals who want to make a difference in their community. Benefits of membership: • Free sponsorship for initial EMT Training Program • Free Training and Continuing Education (Including A, B, C Refresher Courses) • Opportunities for growth
• LOSAP • Special operations opportunities Requirements: • Must be 18 years of age or older (or 16 years old for cadet members) • Must possess a valid driver’s license • Must have the ability to use a computer • Must be able to use good judgement and remain calm in high-stress situations
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By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – County officials are teaming up with the Social Security Administration (SSA) as part of an effort to raise awareness about social security scams. Noting National Consumer Protection Week and “with over 200,000 senior residents living in Ocean County, it is imperative that we inform our residents to be aware of scams so that they can protect themselves,” Ocean Cou nt y Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari said. Vicari serves as chairman of Ocean County Senior Services and Consumer Affairs. “I encourage our citizens to be vigilant and extremely cautious when asked to provide information such as your Social Security number or bank information to unknown people over the phone or the internet.” The Federal Trade Commission noted last year that there were over 396,000 complaints of gover n ment imposter scams, which led to more than $442 million being lost to scammers. The Commissioner added, “when providing personal information, residents should make sure they are certain as to who is receiving the information. You must be very confident that the source is the correct business person and that your information is secure.” In an effort to prevent further losses,
the Social Secu r it y Ad mi nist ration rem i nd s resident s t hat gover n ment agencies will: • Never threaten arrest or legal action if someone does not immediately send money to resolve an overpayment. • Never promise to increase benefits or resolve identity theft issues for a fee or by moving money into a protected account. • Never require payment with a retail gift card, prepaid debit card, cryptocurrency, wire transfer, internet currency or by paying cash. • Send a text or e-mail message that contained personal information. The SSA suggests the following additional steps to prevent falling for a scam: • Hang up on suspicious calls f rom “government officials” calling about a problem with your social security number or account. • Never pay payments with gift cards, wire transfers or by mailing cash. • Report social security scams to oig. ssa.gov/ • Report other scams to reportfraud. ftc.gov/#/ Officials also reminded residents to contact the Ocean County Off ice of Senior Services at 732-929-2091 or the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs at 732-929-2105 for additional information.
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC: Treating Everything Below The Knee
By Michael Vandenberg Dr. Scott Amoss, DPM, CWS is a lot more than a “foot doctor,” as people often mistake podiatrists for. In reality, “we provide comprehensive lower extremity care,” he said. So yes, if your foot hurts, Dr. Amoss will be happy to help. However, that barely scratches the surface of all the conditions he sees and the treatments he provides. Dr. Amoss (pronounced like “famous Amoss”) grew up in nearby Ocean Township and has been connected to the Jersey Shore community and greater New Jersey area his entire life. Originally, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Rutgers and spent a few years in the chemical industry. However, that feeling of wanting to make a difference in people’s lives that drives all physicians caught hold of Dr. Amoss. He liked podiatry in particular because of its ability to help people really quickly. “You can immediately have a positive impact on someone’s life. They come in pain, and can leave virtually pain free.” Scott Amoss became Doctor Scott Amoss when he graduated fourth in his class with numerous honors from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2000. He then completed a two year residency focusing on orthopedic, vascular, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, in addition to training in internal and emergency medicine, dermatology, and radiology.
After that, Dr. Amoss knew it was time to go out on his own, so he opened Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists in Whiting. 17 years later, the practice is going strong and recently opened a new location in Toms River to be closer to Community Medical Center, where he’s a surgeon on staff. Critically, this new foothold also allows him, as a specialist in diabetic foot care, to help the growing diabetic community in the area. While expanding served a logistically necessary purpose, Advanced Foot & Ankle has never lost its personal touch. You’ll never just be passed off to whichever doctor is on the clock that day, because Dr. Amoss is proud to be a solo practitioner. “The patients see me and only me,” he said. “It’s good continuity of care.” His tight-knit support staff of seven ensures that you get the streamlined care you deserve. That’s crucial in the field of Podiatry because, after all, things can get serious when it comes to Diabetes and foot complications. Luckily, Dr. Amoss is an Amputation Prevention Specialist as well as a Certified Wound Specialist. Less serious conditions like hammertoes, ingrown nails, bunions, and athlete’s foot can be treated in the office, often during your initial visit! “We’re very conservative,” Dr. Amoss assures future patients. “I’m surgically trained but I only like to perform surgery when all other conservative means
One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute)
have been exhausted. It’s going to be painless.” He makes that possible by developing treatment plans for each specific patient. Rest assured, Advanced Foot & Ankle is fully equipped to do so as soon as you come in. Both offices have digital X-rays so they can almost instantly see what’s going on and review it with the patient. They also have a diagnostic ultrasound to diagnose soft tissue conditions, as well as a laser for treatment of pain and neuropathy, a painful nerve condition caused by diabetes and other issues. They even offer MicroVas therapy, which gives much needed relief to patients with high levels of diabetic neuropathy, as well as vascular or PAD testing. In addition to the most cutting edge podiatric technology, Advanced Foot & Ankle has professional-grade consumer products you need for immediate relief. They offer a great selection of diabetic shoes, for example, One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, as well as custom - made 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping orthotics which provide arch Center) support and help correct the
imbalance in patients’ feet. Advanced Foot & Ankle accepts most insurance plans. (Medicare covers one pair of diabetic shoes per year!) By having strategically-located offices, an experienced and focused staff, and tons of treatment methods and equipment at his disposal, Dr. Amoss is able to easily achieve his goal of getting you fast comfort and relief. When it comes to diseases like melanoma, for example, speed is absolutely critical. The most deadly form of skin cancer, melanoma has an especially poor prognosis on the foot because it often goes unnoticed for a long time. Dr. Amoss diagnosed several of these cases last year, which probably saved those patients’ lives. But sometimes conditions aren’t as complicated as much as some of the larger podiatrist offices try to let on. Dr. Amoss remembers one recent patient who came in after being with one such practice. “These eight doctors had exhausted all treatment options for this individual in pain,” he said. After years of getting the runaround, they told him there was noth-
ing they could do. The patient came limping into Advanced Foot & Ankle with what Dr. Amoss diagnosed in a matter of minutes as a simple corn on the tip of his toe. “We gave him a customized foot pad which helped him tremendously, and by the next day he came in to thank us and tell us how much better he was doing,” Dr. Amoss said. “He couldn’t believe he waited and wasted several years with this other group of doctors.” At Advanced Foot & Ankle, you’ll get fast and customized treatment from a doctor you can trust. Give them a call today at 732-350-0100 and their very accommodating staff will be able to make an appointment for you with Dr. Amoss right away. And as the “urgent care of the lower extremity,” emergency app oint ment s are also available. Advanced Foot & Ankle is located at 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping Center) and 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute). Or check out their website AdvFootandAnkle. com for more information.
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The Berkeley Times, March 26, 2022, Page 27
Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of MAR 26 - Apr 1
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Hope springs eternal. You may be determined to stop hibernating and break out of your cave as spring arrives. Loved ones and friends could agree in the week ahead that it is time to try something different. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may be ready to join new friends and old companions on a more productive path as this week unfolds. Some new acquaintances may only remain in your circle for a short time, but they may offer fresh insights. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Check messages and conversations for hidden meanings. Some people might say exactly what they mean but others could offer more cryptic signals. In the week ahead, your perceptions may be sharper than usual. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Appreciate the hard work that must be exerted to live up to ideals and reach your goals. You may be all business when dealing with financial matters but still be compassionate towards someone in need. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A partner may prefer facts rather than fantasies. Do not let criticisms be personally hurtful. You will possess a sharper competitive edge in the upcoming week if you’re part of a group of likeminded individuals. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Seeing is believing. It may be difficult to perceive the road clearly if you are blinded by wishful thinking. In the week ahead, test out theories before you put them into action and listen to the advice of wise companions and partners.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You are stimulated by people who are familiar with the latest discoveries and technologies. New friends could influence how you choose to handle family issues in the week to come. Recognize any problems so you can fix them. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Press the pause button on your decisions. Someone might be friendly or flatter you in the week to come, but this does not mean that you should pursue them romantically. Think things through before acting. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Enjoy some mental challenges or puzzles to exercise your mind. In the coming week, you may need to come up with innovative ideas to solve problems at work. Brainstorm solutions with savvy people. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may glow with enhanced mojo. Hang out with talented individuals and find yourself in lofty circles. Money may feel a bit tight, so avoid making rash financial decisions or impulsive purchases this week. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You might jump the gun or feel that someone else is making an inconvenient spur-of-the-moment decision. Don’t let a minor misunderstanding drive a wedge between you and your loved ones in the week ahead. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The mind operates as a magnet that attracts things and people of similar vibration. Positive, contented, uplifting and encouraging words will bring people together. Focus on sound principles to guide your life.
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THIS ASIAN-INSPIRED DISH IS THE PERFECT HUE FOR YOUR ST. PATRICK’S DAY SPREAD By America’s Test Kitchen
SMASHED CUCUMBER SALAD Serves 2
Recipe note: If you don’t have Persian cucumbers (the small ones), you can use one larger Eng lish cucumber, ends trimmed, cut crosswise into three equal lengths (but it will be harder to smash). 5 (3-ounce) Persian cucumbers 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons rice vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
1. Place cucumbers in a bag and seal. Smash with a skillet until each cucumber is flattened and split into 3 or 4 spears. 2. Place a colander in a bowl. Tear cucumber spears into sm al l pi eces and pl ace i n colander. Add salt to cucumbers and toss to combine. Let cucumbers sit for at least 15 minutes or up to 30 minutes. 3. While cucumbers sit, stir vinegar, soy sauce, oil and sugar in a second bowl using a wooden spoon until sugar has dissolved. 4. Transfer drained cucumber s to t he bowl w it h t he dressing and stir to combine. Discard drained liquid. Sprinkle cucumbers with sesame seeds.
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