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April 30, 2022

The Hidden Gem Of Alfred C. Sauer Park At Echo Lake

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–Photos by Mark Bator (Top left) The lake from the western shore facing east towards Maxim. (Bottom left) Part of the 0.2 mile trail through the woods. (Right) The “wooden bridge” from the nature trail that leads to the duck blind. By Mark Bator HOWELL – Alfred C. Sauer Park, more commonly referred to as Echo Lake Park, is a small municipal park that has a variety of activities for locals. But this hidden gem, which sits less than one half mile from the bustling corridor of U.S. Highway 9, was only made possible through the extraordinary efforts of two individuals. While it is generally regarded as a garden spot in the

$55.56M Budget Hearing Set For May 10

By Mark Bator and Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL - Appearing before the Mayor and Council, Township Manager Brian Geoghegan presented a proposed budget of $55,562,000 for 2022, which represented a $719,000 increase over the 2021 fiscal year. The public hearing (Budget - See Page 2)

township, it wasn’t always so. “It’s one of our most beautiful properties in our town,” said Councilwoman Suzanne Brennan, speaking about Echo Lake at a recent Howell Township Council meeting. “No matter how many people use it, I don’t think it’s ever enough because it really is quite [an] exquisite place to be.” There are numerous sites named Echo Lake around the United States, and curiously, several

in New Jersey alone. But one in particular, tucked away in Monmouth County, appears to have been conceived by one township resident and saved by another. Situated on Maxim Southard Road between Lanes Mill Road and Locust Avenue in Howell, the park has two parking areas, located on the north and south sides of the lake. Fed by a nearby brook, (Echo Lake - See Page 3)

Inmates Go Back To School, Strive For A Brighter Future

By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – Inmates at the Mon mout h Cou nt y Correctional Institution (MCCI) are making an effort to provide themselves with a better future by going back to school. Sheriff Shaun Golden announced that the

Mon mout h C ou nt y Sheriff’s Office Correctional Division continues to assist inmates and give them to opportunity to change their life. Over the past 18 months, nine inmates from the MCCI have been studying for their GED (high school equivalency di-

plomas) online through a program run by the Mon mouth- Ocean Educational Services Commission. “The inmate’s dedication to obtaining their diploma during the COVID-19 pandemic speaks volumes. They (Future - See Page 2)

–Photo courtesy MCSO Nine inmates graduated this spring, earning their GED.

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Budget:

Continued From Page 1 on the spending plan was officially set by council members for May 10, during which residents can comment on it. Geoghegan, who had met with each council member individually prior to the April 5 meeting, advised: “As a reminder for the governing body, and the public as well, this is only the municipal portion of your taxes.”

Working from 30 slides in a PowerPoint presentation, Geoghegan outlined the projected 2022 expenditures. “A significant portion of that is salaries,” Geoghegan explained. In addition to allocating funds for the hiring of five new township employees (two full-time EMTs, one police patrolman, one laborer and one EMS supervisor), the proposed budget incorporates an increase in township salaries and wages of $640,388 for the new fiscal year, totaling $25,303,961.

“That is the single largest part of our budget.” While the proposed budget did meet with the council’s overall approval, there were suggestions made at the conclusion of Geoghegan’s presentation. Councilman John Bonevich expressed his interest in having the township’s demolition program budget increased while Councilwoman Suzanne Brennan saw the need for updating the township’s website. Both of these suggestions would likely add another $35,000 to the overall budget, according to

rough estimates discussed by the Council. The governing body all voted “yes” on a motion to introduce the budget. It would need to be voted on again during the May 10 meeting to finalize it. A total of $30.28 million in a local tax levy to be paid by Howell’s residential and commercial property owners will be collected to support the 2022 budget. Officials will use $4.86 million from the surplus fund as revenue in the budget this year. Compared to last year, the spending increased over $100,000 from the 2021 $55.45 million budget, Township Manager Brian Geoghegan said. In addition, the tax levy has increased by $1.08 million. The spending plan does not include taxes to be levied to fund Howell Township K-8 school district, the Freehold Regional high school district, county levies or fire districts. While the township collects taxes for these entities, they don’t control their spending. The tax rate will be 38.82 cents per $100 of assessed property value, which is a decrease over the previous year. This was possible due to the current real estate market, which has increased property values 11.84% township wide. “That was a big story over the past several months as you are aware,” said Geoghegan, “with being part of the county assessment demonstration program and real estate market values lately booming.” The average home is now assessed at $416,890. Homeowners may see an estimated increase of $58 in the municipal tax levy, using the average home assessment as a guide.

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Continued From Page 1 worked hard and stayed focused on their goals during an unprecedented time,” MCSO said in a statement. The inmates officially became graduates of the program on March 30 and received their high school diploma from the State of New Jersey during a special ceremony at MCCI. “I am gratified by the commitment these graduates made. They used their time at MCCI in a constructive manner that will benefit them for the rest of their lives,” Golden said. “The wrong choices that brought the graduates to MCCI have provided these individuals the opportunity to make the right choices about furthering their education and changing their lives.” In 2007, this specialized virtual online GED program began at the jail. As of 2022 a total of 211 inmates have graduated from the program. They study math, science, social studies, reading and writing five days a week to prepare for the GED exam. The online program runs throughout the entire year. The administration of the Monmouth Ocean Educational Services Commission consists of GED Teacher Michael Rhodes and Lt. Daniel Hansson and Capt. Jason McCauley, who handle the program administration for the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Division. “Education is the key to a productive future,” Golden said. “No one can take that knowledge away. I’m hopeful these graduates will use it as they move forward and transition back into society for positive change.”

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Echo Lake:

Continued From Page 1 the five-acre lake may be more correctly identified as a large pond. The lake was created by the land’s former owners, Mary and Alfred Gunther, who constructed a wooden dam to divert water from the Polyprod Brook to slowly fill the lake. According to the Vice President of the Howell Heritage and Historical Society, Ann Malsbury, the lake has been around for some seven decades, with newspapers referencing Echo Lake back into the late 1940s. Malsbury, whose cousin was a frequent guest of the Gunther family, indicates that the spot was privately owned and enjoyed for some 30 years. “My cousin knew them,” Malsbury said. “She would visit at their house and when it was time to go home, Al would drive her home. She was a kid then.” With a nearby freshwater stream that traversed his property, Gunther conceived of the idea to have the water retained, thus filling a sizeable portion of the area to provide an aquatic playground within the tranquil setting. “My cousin said that [Gunther] built it for the locals,” Malsbury said. “For people to come and have a nice time. They could picnic, and they could swim, and get together. It was always called Echo Lake as far back as she could remember.” But after some 30 years, the Gunthers were looking to sell the land, and as the township’s population was on the rise, it is conceivable that the area may have been

The Howell Times, April 30, 2022, Page 3 drained and used for residential homes. Before that happened, however, Howell Township saw the property’s value and beauty, and moved to acquire the land and preserve it under New Jersey’s Green Acres Act. Instituted in 1961, the Green Acres Program is a statewide effort to work with public and private partners to preserve open spaces, conserve undeveloped land and provide New Jersey residents with permanent recreation areas. In its sixty years of existence, Green Acres has worked to protect more than half a million acres of open space in the Garden State. After becoming a public park, Echo Lake was enjoyed for swimming and fishing, but slowly fell into disrepair. Fishing decreased and swimming was banned due to declining water quality. Bacteria levels rose and the water had become choked with undergrowth that made it uninhabitable for many fish. The depth of the lake dropped to just three feet, and without the life-sustaining water, the park eventually fell out of favor with residents. What was once a private dream spot had become a public nightmare, as the lake was beginning to transform into a swamp. It took the extraordinary efforts of local Howell resident Albert Sauer to bring the lake back from the brink. Sauer, a World War II veteran who had fought in the Battle of the Bulge, was one of the founding members of the Echo Lake Restoration Committee. Through his efforts and other like-minded citizens, he brought the park’s condition to the attention of local township officials. Eventually the State of New Jersey

provided a $150,000 grant, which was used to dredge and restore the lake and surrounding grounds to its former beauty. With the cleanup, the fish and wildlife returned, along with delighted residents. Sauer died in 2014, but his conservationist spirit lives on in the township’s Environmental Commission, as well as the Lake Restoration and Wildlife Management Committee, both of which he served on for years. Due in large part to his efforts to save the area and restore it, the park was renamed as “Albert C. Sauer Park at Echo Lake.” The grounds of the park rise up slowly from the lake, and with the backdrop of trees behind it, the sounds of waterfowl resonate like a Roman amphitheater across the surface of the water. But while the moniker clearly suits it, no one seems to remember just how Echo Lake got its name. It is generally believed, however, that the origin of the name likely lies with Alfred Gunther, given that he was the original owner of the site. While swimming nor motorized boats are not permitted now, the lake is available for those wishing to kayak or canoe. Fishing is actively enjoyed at the lake, and the waters are stocked with trout by the New Jersey Bureau of Fresh Water Fisheries each spring, just in time for the season’s opening day in April. The grounds also feature a playground for youngsters, a gazebo, picnic benches, restrooms and a short (two-tenths of a mile long) nature trail that runs through the woods behind the lake. Here, one can find a duck blind build by local Eagle Scout Timothy Kinney, which allows nature lovers

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL Leave Medical Decisions For Minors In The Hands Of Parents

Here we go again! More bad legislation being proposed in Trenton. This time it doesn’t involve tossing out your gas-powered leaf blower or the idea of pumping your own gas. This bill involves your children and a decision concerning their health. Hopefully by the time you read this, Assembly Bill A-2679 which would permit minors aged 14 years or older to consent to certain vaccines without permission of parent or guardian will have been squashed. This proposed legislation was brought up during a Jackson Township Council meeting several weeks ago. Officials there were not impressed by its content and made a good point in noting that it was ill conceived and lacked common sense when it was introduced by Democrat Assemblyman Raj Mukherji and co-sponsored by Assemblymembers Mila Jasey and Sterley Stanley under the gold dome of Trenton on February 14. It was noted those of that age could easily succumb to peer pressure in making a decision to take or not take a vaccine and that such a decision was best left to their parents/ guardians. It seems the lawmakers who proposed it may have forgotten kids that young are minors until they are 18. You can’t drink alcohol until you are 21 years old but you can make sound medical decisions at the age of 14? This is embarrassing legislation that seeks to remove the decision-making process of parents/guardians where it should remain. You can’t drive a car until you are older and there are also

age requirements involved in having a tattoo applied to your arm. No matter where you stand on vaccines, medical decisions for children are the responsibility and purview of parents/guardians and should not be superseded by the government and put in the hands of young teens. As Jackson Councilman Steve Chisholm remarked during his township’s Council meeting, “these children are not even qualified to clean their own room, make their own dinner or drive a car and yet we can allow them to make a decision on what type of vaccines and chemicals go into their bodies? I don’t think so.” Okay, so while some 14-year-olds probably are qualified to clean their rooms and make dinner (I don’t speak for myself here. At that age I never did a good job cleaning up my room and my mom wouldn’t let me near the kitchen. My wife still gets nervous when I microwave a bag of popcorn but I digress…) I’d have to agree with the rest of what he said. Medical decisions should be left to those raising the children in question. That is only common sense and the legislation seemed to be proposed to deliberately circumvent that practice. As of this writing the Assembly bill is sitting in the Assembly Health Committee for review. No date is set for its release. Those seeking to call in opposition to its posting or who simply want to learn its status can call Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin’s office at 732855-7441. Bob Vosseller Assistant News Editor

Letters To The Editor Gas Not Cheaper In “Pump Your Own” States Well I see that the Republicans are at it again with the “Let us pump our own gas.” Some of those folks have said we can save about 15¢ per gallon by pumping our own. Of course, if we elect to have an employee do it then it costs more. I decided yesterday to take a ride over to Pennsylvania and see how much we really could save in a “Pump Your Own” state. Gassing up at the Jersey gas station in Whiting at $3.95.9 I crossed the river and headed north through New Hope. I found a gas station west of town with a price of $4.09.9 (Lukoil). Two gas stations near Doylestown across from each other had identical prices, $4.29.9 (Shell and another brand that I couldn’t see the name). I then headed towards Newtown and outside of town there was a Shell station with a price of $4.29.9. In downtown Newtown a Lukoil was priced at $4.13.9. Folks, if this is saving money by pumping our own gas somebody’s world is upside down. I never had to wait for more than 1 car in front of me at the pump. Now think of the line of the employee pumping your gas during a nasty stretch of

weather, at the “pump your own” station. If you pump your own, just get out of your car, get wet, then go to the office to pay for your gas. No thank you! As for me, give me that we have now. As for my Republican friends, get off your arse and visit Pennsylvania if you don’t believe me. John Radlinsky Whiting

Too Many Corrupt Politicians Before Mitch McConnell and the Republican Congress throw stones at the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, I would suggest they first look in the mirror and address the issues and problems they helped to create such as, “The Big Lie,” and theanarchist insurrection and attack on voting rights that followed. Next, GOP Sen. Marjorie Greene speaking at a white nationalist rally where there were chants of “Putin.” Now revealed, Justice Clarence Thomas texting and recommending the last election be overturned at that time, perhaps putting party and personal ideology over the Constitution. Our democracy and freedoms are in danger! Where is America headed? Both the mid-term and

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2024 elections may determine that question. Before we can look to the future and where we need to go, fi rst we need to look at the past and learn from it! Our leaders must have vision for our nation, accept responsibility and be held accountable and not be self-serving! Without these values there can be no tr ust and corr uption will increase! William Penn once wrote, “Those people who will not be governed by God will be ruled by tyrants!” Again, where is America heading? Still our choice - for now! Ken Schorr Manahawkin

Snowbirds Have Trouble With Post Office I would like to share our experience with your readers in order to warn them of the deficiencies of the USPS: “Snowbirds” beware! If you forward your mail through the USPS while you travel to your sunsh i ne de st i nat ion , you may already have experienced our difficulty. If not, pay attention! This winter my husband and I spent two months in California, after having ou r mail for warded by USPS. Several pieces of our mail went missing, including my husband’s bill for his life insurance. My husband is 90 years old! If he had not realized that his bill never arrived, his insurance might have been cancelled. We also discovered that some of our income tax d at a neve r a r r ive d . I n addition, USPS decided to restart delivering our

m ai l t wo we ek s e a rly. Several of our letters were returned to sender marked “Address Unknown” by our local post off ice. I couldn’t unravel the difficulty from California. Plus, I couldn’t get our local post office on the phone after 15 attempts to do so. In desperation I called Congressman Chris S m i t h’s o f f i c e . T h e y helped me to cont act our local post office and straighten out the mess. I am not only g ratef ul to Congressman Smith’s staff, he has my vote in the fall. Lois Mayer Manchester

Questions Remain On Toms River’s Budget Editor’s note: This letter was sent in to create a dialogue with fellow residents, and to generate healthy conversation. Hello fellow Toms Rivians! I read in one of the last few editions that the total budget is proposed to be $141,461,234.67. That’s very precise, down to the cent. I’m curious is there an explicit list, in full detail - of all the planned expenditures of this year’s tax dollars? Who would that be provided by, is that the county Freeholder, or the township counsel? Or is that document and particular information even available? My second question is, it’s said: “of this, $88,536,066.71 will be raised in taxes.” Where will the other 52 million come from in the budget? If not from taxes? Anyone know? Mark Dorsey Toms River

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Senator: Facebook Allows Disinformation About War In Ukraine Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), alongside U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas (D-Calif.-29), led 17 of their colleagues in sending a letter urging Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, formerly Facebook, to increase platform moderation of Spanish-language disinformation from Russian-owned media outlets on the war in Ukraine. “Since the beginning of the year, Russian state-controlled outlets have made

a concentrated effort to target Spanish-speaking communities to spread false narratives leading up to, and in the aftermath of, the invasion of Ukraine,” wrote the group of lawmakers to Zuckerberg. “The viral spread of these narratives stands in stark contrast to assurances that Meta made to the public and Members of Congress that it is prioritizing the pressing needs of Hispanic communities in the United States.” Russian-owned media outlets are increasingly publishing significantly more content referencing Ukraine in Spanish compared to many other leading Spanish language news sites. As a result, posts are spreading rapidly in the United States and across Latin America, causing many to believe Russia’s

lies. RT en Español, a Russian-owned media outlet, misleads its more than 18 million Facebook followers with disinformation and propaganda claiming Putin’s false justification for his unprovoked and unjustified invasion of Ukraine. Meta has already banned RT in the European Union, but it remains active in North America. “These lies are designed to undermine a resolute global response necessary to stand against the Russian government’s aggression. Facebook has continuously failed to show it is adequately addressing this problem for Spanish-speaking communities, and the success of Russian-sponsored outlets in crowding out the information ecosystem for Spanish speakers serves as proof to this fact. The spread of these narratives demonstrate that Meta does not see the problem of Spanish-language disinformation in the United States as a critical priority for the

health of our democracy. The lack of Meta’s action to swiftly address Spanish-language disinformation globally demonstrates the need for Congress to act to ensure Spanish-speaking communities have fair access to trustworthy information,” added the lawmakers. The letter was also signed by Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Alex Padilla (D-Calif), as well as Reps. James P. McGovern (D-Mass.-02), Raúl M. Grijalva (D-Ariz.-03), Nydia M. Velázquez (D-N.Y.-07), Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.-40), Adriano Espaillat (D-N.Y.-13), Lori Trahan (D-Mass.-03), Jim Costa (D-Calif.-16), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.-28), Joaquin Castro (D-Texas-20), Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas-35), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.-07), Linda Sánchez (D-Calif.-38), and Sean Casten (D-Ill.-06).

Recreational Cannabis Now Legal For Adults From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy marked the historic opening day of adultuse recreational cannabis sales in New Jersey at Zen Leaf in Elizabeth – one of several facilities across the state now selling cannabis to adults 21 years and older. The commencement of the adult-use recreational cannabis market represents another step forward in New Jersey’s ongoing efforts to create a new cannabis industry that continues to prioritize medical marijuana patients and advance social justice initiatives. After careful consideration of necessary regulations for the cannabis industry and thorough review of various applicants, the Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) recently approved seven alternative treatment centers – sites already selling medical marijuana – to begin selling recreational cannabis to the adult-use market. The CRC confi rmed these seven treatment centers, which operate 13 facilities in 11 different counties, will be able to meet critical requirements, such as ensuring enough supply for medical marijuana patients and meeting social equity standards. The overarching goal of these efforts is to make New Jersey’s industry able to stand as a model for other states in the nation in ensuring racial, social, and economic equity and justice. Additional applicants are currently under review as the state works to grow the industry to serve as

an engine of economic growth, a generator of new, good-paying jobs, and a vehicle for ongoing social equity efforts. “From day one, my administration has worked with our partners in the Legislature to advance social justice on behalf of the communities disproportionately impacted by marijuana prohibition by working to expunge cannabis-related convictions, decriminalize possession, and establish an equitable cannabis industry,” said Governor Phil Murphy on April 21. “The fi rst sale of legal, adult-use cannabis today marks a historic moment for New Jersey, as we leave behind the indefensible practices that led to the incarceration of countless people of color and embrace the opportunities of a fair, regulated adult-use market. It is a moment that required long hours of work to make sure we got it right the fi rst time, and I am proud of our efforts to get to this point. With today’s launch, my administration will continue working to grow a cannabis industry that reflects the diversity of our state, protects access for medical marijuana patients, prioritizes justice, and promotes equal opportunities for communities of color.” “It is an exciting time for New Jersey cannabis enthusiasts. I am proud of the work the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission has done to lead us to the market opening,” said Cannabis Regulatory Commission Chair Dianna Houenou. “While today is an important moment for New Jersey, it marks only the beginning of the better and more robust industry that is to come. I am excited for the market we ultimately hope to establish – with

successful local businesses that reflect the diversity of our state.” To ensure medical marijuana patients continue to receive the treatment they need, each of the alternative treatment centers approved by the CRC confi rmed their ability to continue providing access to existing patients and prioritize their needs through strategies such as patient-specific hours and parking spaces. Alternative treatment centers approved by the CRC to sell to the adult-use market are also required to meet critical social equity standards, including providing technical

information to new cannabis businesses owned by individuals who have lived in economically-disadvantaged areas or have had cannabis-related convictions in the past. The centers will continuously be assessed on hiring and management diversity, support for community programs, and the percentage of minority-owned vendors or suppliers with which they contract. 70% of the sales tax collected on adult use cannabis sales will also go towards communities affected by marijuana-related arrests to further these social justice and equity goals.

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Fire Survivors Share Their Stories With Students

–Photo courtesy Howell Fire Bureau HOWELL – On April 11, Seton Hall University fire survivors Alvaro Llamos and Shawn Simons presented their inspiring survival stories to the Howell High School Senior Class. Their presentation focuses on the importance of situational awareness, positive decision making, consequence consideration, and resiliency. During the January 19, 2000 fire in Seton Hall University- Bolan Hall, Llamos received 3rd degree burns on more than 50% of his body. Simons sustained 2nd and 3rd degree burns and suffered from severe smoke inhalation.

After physically and emotionally draining recoveries, the two travel the country sharing their message of hope and determination to encourage youth to stay strong during challenges and to make choices that promote health and safety. They have become advocates for fire safety and spreading the important messages behind fire prevention and knowing what to do int the event a fire occurs. Each year the Howell Township Fire Bureau in partnership with the Howell alliance present this powerful presentation to the senior class prior to graduation and heading off to college.

Howell PAL Summer Golf Camps

HOWELL – Howell PAL has not one, but two more summer camps to announce! The Beginner Golf Camp and Advanced Golf Camp are back once again for those future golf superstars. Beginner Golf Camp will be from July 11 to July 15 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at

Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club. Open to kids ages 8 to 14. Advanced Golf Camp will be from July 25 to July 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Cruz Golf Country Club. Reserve your spot at howellpal.org today.

Colors For Autism Color Run At Howell High School

HOWELL – Howell High School is hosting a Colors for Autism Color Run on May 15 at 11 a.m. on the grounds of Howell High School. They will be promoting

autism acceptance by donating all proceeds to POAC, a local NJ organization providing important autism services to our community.

Ramtown Fire Company Golf Outing

RAMTOWN – The Ramtown Fire Company will be holding their 6th Annual Golf Outing on May 2 at Pebble Creek Golf Course, Colts Neck. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m.; 9 a.m.

Shotgun start. Breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m. 18 Holes of Golf. Gift Bag. Lunch served after golf. Prize giveaways all day. Refreshment cart on course. Fee is $130 per golfer. For more information call 732-458-0222.

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Girl Scouts Of The Jersey Shore Host “Career Day” For Girls In Community

FARMINGDALE – The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore CEO Girl Advisory Board is excited to announce “Career Day” on May 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 127 Yellow Brook Road, Farmingdale. This in-person event, open to the public, will allow girls and their families to discover and learn about different career paths and opportunities. “Career day gives girls in our community the ability to learn about careers that align with their interests and skills, exposes girls to careers they may not have imagined and provides an interactive and dynamic learning experience,” said Heather Coburn, Interim Chief Executive Officer. Female professionals from Monmouth & Ocean County will participate as Panelists, Hosts of Breakout sessions and Table Hosts. Panel discussion will take place from 1:30

to 2:15 p.m. Breakout sessions, available to Middle and High School students will be throughout the day and information tables will provide networking opportunities all day. Girls and their families can participate in a “Passport to Success” and earn stamps for visiting the tables. Career Day supports our mission of building girls of courage, confidence and character that make the world a better place. As we celebrate the 110th Birthday of Girls Scouts and our Council’s 15 years of service in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, we are grateful for the support of those who encourage girls to develop their leadership skills. We thank our Gold Sponsor, Holt Construction Corp. Registration and sponsorship opportunities can be found at gsfun. org. or contact Devin Carrick at dcarrick@ gsfun.org or call 800-785-2090.

Howell PAL Football Camp

HOWELL – Howell PAL has announced their annual Summer Football Camp. Join for four days of football instruction from former (and current) high school, college and professional football players!

The camp is open to kids ages 7 to 17 and will take place from June 27 through June 30 from 8 to 11 a.m. at Soldier Memorial Park. Fee is $150 per person. Register by visiting howellpal.org/summerprograms.

Wall Of Heroes Ribbon Cutting

HOWELL – Join Howell Township in the unveiling of the Howell Township Wall of Heroes honoring our military veterans. The ribbon cutting will be held

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Local Man’s Attacks On Jews Elevated To Federal Hate Crimes

By Alyssa Riccardi LAKEWOOD – A Manchester man who was recently arrested for committing a string of crimes and assaults against members of the Orthodox Jewish community has now been charged with federal hate crimes, officials said. Dion Marsh, 27, of Manchester, was charged with four counts of violating the federal Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act and one count of carjacking in connection to events that occurred in Lakewood and Jackson on April 8. In addition, Marsh is charged with willfully causing bodily injury to four victims, and attempting to cause them injury with a dangerous weapon, because they were Jewish. Marsh is charged with attempting to kill one of them after he stabbed the victim in the chest. The series of events started around 1:18 p.m. According to officials, Marsh forced an Orthodox Jewish man out of his car in Lakewood, assaulting and injuring him in the process. He then stole the man’s car and fled the scene. Around 6:06 p.m., Marsh was in Lakewood driving a different car when he intentionally hit another Orthodox Jewish man with the car, attempting to kill the victim and causing him to suffer several broken bones, officials said. About an hour later, Marsh was driving the car he had stolen earlier and attempted to kill another Orthodox Jewish man by deliberately hitting him with the car. Marsh then got out of the car and stabbed the man in the chest with a knife, causing the victim to suffer a stab wound and other injuries, officials said. At 8:23 p.m., Marsh was still driving the stolen car when he hit another Orthodox Jew-

ish man who was walking in nearby Jackson Township, attempting to kill the man and causing him to suffer several broken bones and internal injuries, officials said. Investigation revealed that Marsh was responsible for all of these criminal acts and on April 9, detectives arrested Marsh at his home in Manchester without incident. The three hate crimes where he attempted to kill his victims each carry a statutory maximum term of life in prison and a $250,000 fine. The hate crime violation charging Marsh with assaulting the other victim carries a statutory maximum term of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. The carjacking charge carries a statutory maximum term of 15 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. U.S. Attorney Sellinger credited special agents of the FBI, Newark Division, Red Bank Resident Agency, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge George M. Crouch Jr.; officers of the Lakewood Police Department, under the direction of Chief of Police Gregory H. Meyer; officers of the Jackson Township Police Department, under the direction of Chief of Police Matthew Kunz; officers of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, under the direction of Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy; prosecutors and detectives of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, and officers of the New Jersey State Police, under the direction of Superintendent Col. Patrick J. Callahan, with the investigation leading to the charges. The charges and allegations contained in the complaint are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Upcoming Blood Drives In Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The nationwide blood shortage continues. They urgently need people to make every effort to donate blood! New Jersey Blood Services, a division of New York Blood Center would like to announce that it is conducting blood drives in your area which are open to the public. The following drives are scheduled next month: May 1: Temple Beth Ahm, 550 Lloyd Road, Aberdeen; from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 1: Marlboro Rec Center, 1996 Recreation Way, Marlboro; from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 3: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 3: Church of St. Anselm, 1028 Wayside Road, Tinton Falls; from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. May 3: Freehold High School, 2 Robertsville Road, Freehold; from 2:15 to 6:45 p.m. May 4: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. May 4: St. Ann’s Church, 285 Carr Avenue, Keansburg; from 1 to 7 p.m. May 5: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 9: Congregation B’nai Israel, 171 Ridge Road, Rumson; from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. May 10: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 11: Italian American Association Township of Ocean, 1110 State Highway 35 South, Ocean; from 1 to 7 p.m. May 11: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. May 12: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 12: Manasquan Presbyterian Church, 16 Virginia Avenue, Manasquan; from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. May 12: Point Road Elementary School, 357 Little Silver Point Road, Little Silver; from 3 to 7:30 p.m. May 13: Freehold Raceway Mall, 3710 Route 9, Freehold; from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m.

May 17: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 18: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. May 19: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 23: North Centerville Volunteer Fire Co. #1, 372 Middle Road., Hazlet; from 1 to 7 p.m. May 24: Lincroft Bible Church, 790 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft; from 1 to 7 p.m. May 24: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 25: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. May 26: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell; from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. Blood products have a short shelf life – from five to 42 days, so constant replenishment is necessary. Each day there are patients who depend on the transfusion of red blood cells, platelets and plasma to stay alive. But blood and blood products can’t be manufactured. They can only come from volunteer blood donors who take an hour to attend a blood drive or visit a donor center. Any company, community organization, place of worship, or individual may host a blood drive. NYBC also offers special community service scholarships for students who organize community blood drives during summer months. Blood donors receive free mini-medical exams on site including information about their temperature, blood pressure and hematocrit level. Eligible donors include those people at least age 16 (with parental permission or consent), who weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, are in good health and meet all Food & Drug Administration and NY or NJ State Department of Health donor criteria. People over 75 may donate with a doctor’s note. To donate blood or for information on how to organize a blood drive , call 1-800-9332566 or visit nybloodcenter.org.

Pancreatic Cancer Screenings Now Offered For High-Risk Individuals

FREEHOLD – The Statesir Cancer Center at CentraState now offers pancreatic cancer screening for individuals whose family history puts them at a higher risk of pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer screenings hold great promise in earlier diagnosis, at a stage when the cancer is more treatable. It is seldom detected early because there are very few symptoms associated with it until it has spread to other organs. To be eligible for the screening, prospective patients must have two or more first-degree relatives, such as a parent, sibling, or child who had pancreatic cancer, or have one first-degree relative who had pancreatic cancer and have a known genetic mutation that may cause it, such as the BRCA gene.

“Early detection is important for any type of cancer, and now there is an option for pancreatic screenings for these high-risk individuals,” says Dr. Alexander Itskovich, Medical Director of the Statesir Cancer Center at CentraState. “Patients who don’t know their genetic backgrounds may be referred for genetic testing to determine if they would benefit from the screening.” Those who are deemed eligible get a complete medical screening and a non-invasive scan to determine if cancer may be present. Most health insurance providers cover genetic testing when ordered by a physician; prospective patients should check on their coverage to determine coverage. For more information call 732-308-4202 option 2.

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By: Mike J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates The rules on robocalls and robotexts: • FCC rules limit many types of robocalls, though some calls are permissible if prior consent is given. • Rules differ between landline and wireless phones; however, calls and text messages have the same protection under FCC rules. • Wireless and landline home phones are protected against telemarketing robocalls made without prior written consent from the recipient. • An existing commercial relationship does not constitute permission to be robocalled or texted. • Consent to be called or texted cannot be a condition of a sale or other commercial transaction. • Consumers can take back their permission to be called or texted in any reasonable way. A calling company cannot require someone to fill out a form and mail it in as the only way to revoke consent. • All non-emergency robocalls, both telemarketing and informational, require a consumer’s permission to be made to a wireless phone. These calls can include political, polling, and other non-telemarketing robocalls. • Telemarketers and robocallers are allowed to call a wrong number only once before updating their lists. This most commonly comes up when someone who

consented to be called or texted gave up that number, which was reassigned to someone else. Callers have resources available to them to help them know ahead of time if a number’s “owner” has changed. • Urgent calls or texts specifically for health or fraud alerts may be allowed without prior consent. They must be free, and consumers can say “stop” at any time. • Phone companies face no legal barriers to offering consumers the use of technologies that block robocalls to any phone. The FCC encourages companies to offer this resource. WHAT YOU CAN DO: • To block telemarketing calls, register your number on the Do Not Call list - which protects both landline and wireless phone numbers: www.donotcall.gov, • Ask your phone company to offer robocall-blocking technology. • If you use robocall-blocking technology already, it often helps to let that company know which numbers are producing unwanted calls so they can help block those calls for you and others. • Tell unwanted callers that you do not consent to the call, make a record of the caller’s number and when you made your request not to be called, and let the FCC know if the caller does not comply with your request.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

A Sinus Fungal Ball Causes Headaches

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

In the past month, I’ve talked to 4 different people who have either had a sinus surgery, or had an actual sinus fungal ball so today I will write about it. An “aspergilloma” is the name of what it was once called, but I believe this is older terminology. I’m calling a “sinus fungal ball” today for the purpose of this article. These sinus fungal balls are occurring at rapid, alarming rates due to this being a new long-term complication of having COVID-19. One confounding symptom is a foul odor that no one else smells, or the inability to smell. Those symptoms occur in both COVID and a sinus fungal ball (SFB). Some of you taking migraine medicines, or experiencing persistent daily headaches may have a SFB because these always cause frontal headaches and they don’t respond to normal headache medications. People with a SFB may not be properly diagnosed for years, and will suffer with odd symptoms, always above the neck! Having serious dental surgeries or procedures appears to increase one’s risk for SFB. A sinus fungal ball consists of aspergillus organisms most of the time. That pathogen has a life cycle and produces chemicals upon dying off. These chemicals can cause other symptoms in your head, and all over your body. The fungal infection is impossible to see from the outside, and difficult to diagnose if you don’t know about it. It may be visually seen on a CT scan, and by the odd

combination of never-ending symptoms in your head. You may or may not have sinusitis symptoms and that’s the challenge. If you do have sinus infections, then antibiotics will always be prescribed, right? But I’m afraid those don’t work well! They don’t kill fungal organisms plus they don’t get past the biofilm. SFB almost always go hand-in-hand with bacterial infections, but again, prescribed antibiotics don’t cure the problem and leave you with a destroyed microbiome. Only surgery will bring relief. Sometimes people with a SFB want to wait and fix this on their own with herbal medicine and saline rinses, but I am not in agreement with the “wait and see” approach. This is a potentially deadly pathogen that can get into your brain or lungs. It’s not like a sinus cyst, where it can sit there for years and not be problematic. A SFB made of aspergillus is a fungus, and as such, it wants to survive therefore it’s very invasive, therefore you need to see an ENT physician. Ever see a mushroom in your grass, and the next day there’s 20, then your whole lawn is covered in them?! Same with fungus in your head! You can’t expect it to stay put. I understand this is a complex, serious topic, so if you are interested in learning more and hearing about some case studies, I have written more extensively about it. I really want you to get properly diagnosed. If you would like to read the longer version of this article, sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com.

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Spider-Man, Thor Coming To Jersey Shore This Summer

JERSEY SHORE – Spider-Man. Thor. Legends of Marvel are coming to the Jersey Shore this summer with the BlueClaws set to host Marvel’s Defenders of the Diamond and Marvel Super Hero Night at ShoreTown Ballpark, with special promotional nights this year set for May 26 and July 22. May 26 will be Marvel’s Defenders of the Diamond Night at the ballpark. Spider-Man will be on hand for a special

character appearance. Additionally, the BlueClaws will be wearing special Dr. Strange inspired jerseys for the game. On July 22, Marvel Super Hero Night, the BlueClaws welcome Thor, who will bring the thunder to the ballpark that night. In addition to his special appearance during the game, BlueClaws players will be wearing Thor inspired jerseys. Each night will feature a specialty jersey auction with proceeds to benefit BlueC-

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Across 1 Logo of The Hartford 5 Less noble 10 Pueblo people 14 Thick book 15 Amazon assistant 16 Spoonbill kin 17 Circuitous 19 Daily vitamin, e.g. 20 Puzzled 21 Some German imports 23 PreCheck org. 24 Plump 26 Unfilled, as a schedule slot 28 Many MIT grads 29 Roleo surface 31 “Expand on that,” in improv comedy 32 Lummox 35 Quite a stretch 36 No-frills card game 40 Emperor after Galba 41 State bordering Arizona 42 Like a quarter’s edge 45 Podcast interruptions 46 “LOTR” menace 49 Short nightgown 52 Turin title 54 “__ have what she’s having”: quip from “When Harry Met Sally...” 55 Super sexy 57 “I’ll pass”

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 30 - may 6 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): If achieving success was easy, everyone would be more successful. Other than hard work, there is probably no shortcut to meet your goals this week. Even if the job doesn’t seem glamorous, you should reap rewards in the long run. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you find yourself with the wrong crowd in the upcoming week, get an exit strategy. Avoid being misled by surface appearances or potentially manipulative compliments. Stick with those whom you know and trust. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Do the math and scrutinize the books. Perhaps you made an error, but it is possible that the error works in your favor. In the week to come you could be able to cash in on your efforts and find yourself in a better position. CANCER (June 21-July 22): There is always a way to make things more palatable; utilizing a positive attitude and a few kind words can lighten a serious but needed discussion. Don’t let minor annoyances get you down in the week to come. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Business and pleasure may not always mix, but when they do, be polite and mindful of your manners. Remain appropriately cool and professional in the week to come. Shrug off the little annoyances and offer a friendly vibe. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Too much of anything can be overwhelming -- moderation serves you best in the week ahead. Any special indulgences for loved ones or for yourself may be fulfilling now. A casual approach just won’t fit some circumstances.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Train your eye on ways to increase your net worth. Your cash flow might be affected by circumstances beyond your control in the week ahead. Share your dreams with a special someone to find a receptive audience. SCORPIO (Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Don’t let doubts undermine your determination to succeed. A loved one might view your concerns as irrelevant when gentle understanding would be preferred. Build up your confidence to accomplish your goals this week. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Remain warm and cozy watching the home fires burning. Set aside some extra time in the upcoming week to spend with your loved ones. A home-cooked dinner with family could feel like a special event. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Tense circumstances require calmness and wisdom. The week ahead might present challenging situations that require special handling. Look to repair anything that isn’t working properly in your life. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Exercise your “no.” Someone may ask you to take on unfamiliar responsibilities in the upcoming week. However, if your schedule is already full, it might not be wise to rush forward or add a new complication. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Show affection that is honest and from the heart. Keep the sparks of love burning brightly by being understanding, forgiving and generous. You may feel too kindhearted for the harshness of the world this week.

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