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Vol. 19 - No. 50

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May 14, 2022

Who’s Running For Howell Council? Three Seats Open By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – This year, three seats are open for a four-year term on the Howell Township Council. The 2022 Primary election will take place on June 7 where it will be narrowed down for the general election, which will be held on November 8. So far Howell Township has seen four petitions filed for Republican candidates for council. Ian Nadel, Fred Gasior and Susan Fischer filed nominating petitions to run for council seats as the Monmouth County Republican Organization ticket. Michael Bernstein filed a nominating petition to run as a Howell First Republican. Democrat incumbent John Bonevich is fighting to keep his seat on the council for another term. In addition, Randy Bishop and Denise King have filed nominating petitions to run for council seats as the Monmouth County

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–Photo by Mark Bator Horseshoe crabs utilize beaches in May and June as breeding grounds, which in turn, serves as feeding grounds for shore birds. The message is simple: keep oﬀ the dunes.

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By Mark Bator JERSEY SHORE – According to the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife, more than 80 species native to the Garden State are now considered either endangered or threatened,

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ranging from whales to butterflies. While major factors such as human encroachment and climate change can wreak havoc on the delicate balance of nature, other stressors have (Beach - See Page 5)

Workers Who Advocate For Crime Victims Honored

By Alyssa Riccardi FR EEHOLD – To mark National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office (MCPO) is honoring those in their Victim Witness Unit who work hard to help such victims.

“The theme for the 2 0 2 2 N C V RW i s ‘rights, access, and equity for all victims,’ and that is an ideal that this Unit has long gone above and beyond the call of duty to uphold,” Ac t i n g M o n m o u t h County Prosecutor Lori Linskey said. “We see

our work at the Prosecutor’s Office as twopronged in nature, and these dedicated public servants are fundamentally key to that: with one hand we seek to bring the perpetrators of crime to justice, and with the other we seek (Workers - See Page 2)

–Photo courtesy MCPO The Monmouth County Victim Witness Unit team consists of seven advocates and three clericals who work to help victims of crimes.

–Photo by Mark Bator An abandoned building now sits on the site on Route 9 south, just north of the Wal-Mart shopping center. By Mark Bator HOWELL – In their most recent meeting, the Zoning Board approved the Preliminary and Final site plan that will al-

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Continued From Page 1 to deliver the victims of crime the compassion, services, and rehabilitative care they rightfully deserve.” Currently, the MCPO Victim Witness Unit consists of seven advocates and three clericals who work under the leadership of Unit Director Barbara Barbolini. The MCPO lists each advocate’s specialized function:

• Advocate Laura Finlay is stationed at the Monmouth County Child Advocacy Center (CAC) and works directly with victims of sex crimes and child abuse, providing parents and guardians of juvenile victims with resources starting the moment a crime is reported. • Advocate Karyn Levana provides services to victims in various indictable cases as they first arise, contacting them within 24 to 48 hours of when an arrest is made.

• Advocate Kim Sabin provides services to victims in most of the Office’s domestic violence cases, along with assistance from Levana; she also trains Domestic Violence Response Team volunteers on providing victim services. • Advocate Cristina Russo provides services to victims of financial crimes, as well as many of the criminally charged motor vehicle cases handled by the Prosecutor’s Office.

• Advocate Kaitlin Alamo provides services to victims and witnesses in the various indictable cases handled by the Office’s three Trial Teams and the Juvenile Unit. • Advocate Susana Benitez handles the majority of the Office’s cases involving Spanish-speaking victims; she has also been assisting the Director with training the Office’s newest Advocate, who is also bilingual: • Jazmine Acevedo is the newest addition to the team; while undergoing training, she is also assisting her fellow advocates if they are working with Spanish-speaking victims, and she is also assisting with the Office’s “Krol” cases, which involve defendants whose mental health needs to be evaluated and monitored. Advocates are continuously trained in order to stay up-to-date on resources for victims. They are also cross-trained by case specialty, that way if an advocate is unavailable another can step in and help. Homicide cases are split up among the advocates and there are always two assigned to each case, MCPO said. “Our advocates’ work is often as challenging as it is rewarding,” Barbolini said. “In the immediate aftermath of a crime, victims can experience a flood of overwhelmingly powerful emotions, and our work involves calmly and respectfully guiding them through the steps of the criminal justice system while remaining mindful of their various needs.” In addition to the advocates, another key member of the Unit is “Surf” the facility dog, a yellow Labrador retriever who meets with young victims of abuse to lessen their anxiety and improve outcomes of investigations. Since the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, usage of the Unit’s various services has increased in the county. During the first quarter of 2022, more than 3,600 victims were provided services, creating a projection of an estimated 14,400 individuals served for the full year; a figure that eclipses the totals recorded in 2021 (10,835) and 2020 (5,808). For more information about NCVRW, visit the online website for the federal Office for Victims of Crime at ovc.ojp.gov.

Embroiderers’ Guild Announces Upcoming Events

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Embroiderers’ Guild of America-Monmouth Chapter is dedicated to teaching and sharing the joys of needlework. They welcome stitchers of all levels. The following are ongoing events the MCEGA is hosting: • Evening stitchers will meet via a Zoom Meeting every first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. • Day stitchers will meet via Zoom, every third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. For more information, contact TONI at 732-462-5540 or visit mcega.org.

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Continued From Page 1 testimony and cross-examination by its members, the Zoning Board heard the application of Hutton St 17, LLC, and Ervin Advertising Co., Inc. to construct a 5,294-square-foot automated car wash at 4880 U.S. Highway 9, along the southbound side of the roadway. The applicant is working with a Chattanooga-based company called ModWash, which is currently looking to open several new sites in New Jersey. The Howell location, which is now abandoned, is the former home of the Garden State Sign Company. The improvements brought before the Board for consideration included the removal of the existing one-story building as well as the gravel parking area. The plan calls for constructing the proposed building which would also include 24 parking spaces and an entry driveway. Also included in the plan would be new site lighting, landscaping, building signage, a trash refuse enclosure, retaining walls and two stormwater management basins. The plan also calls for a 190-foot section of sidewalk across the front of the property along Route 9. Despite only having five of the seven Board members in attendance, attorney Damien O. Del Duca, of the Del Duca Lewis Law Firm, decided to move ahead with his presentation to the Board, utilizing several experts and exhibits to put forth his client’s case. “This will be a state-of-the-art express car

The Howell Times, May 14, 2022, Page 3 wash,” Del Duca told the Board, “which is largely automated, although there will be employees on site at all times. But it’s not the car wash that we all grew up with. It’s heavily automated, very efficient, very fast.” As explained by Jake Modestow, a design engineer with Stonefield Engineering, customers would choose their options for the wash from one of three kiosks, then enter a single-lane car wash which would then lead them to a heated pad to dry the vehicle. In addition, numerous oversized parking spaces will be onsite that will feature vacuums for customer use. Four of the parking spaces would be utilized for employee parking. The operating hours are proposed to be 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. Any lighting on the site will be shut off one hour after the site closes for the day. The plan calls for trash pickup to be done once a week in the early morning hours. The Board appeared to take little exception with most of the testimony of the applicant’s experts during the hearing. However, one point of contention with the applicant’s plans centered on the proposal of 14 signs on the property. “In Howell Township we try to be very minimal in the amount of signage that we place on our properties,” said Board member Paul Sayah. “We don’t want it to look like it’s Las Vegas.” This concern was echoed by Board engineer Christine Bell, who followed on Sayah’s comments. “The amount of signs branding the building and the site,” said Bell, “just seems to be a bit excessive.”

Much of the wastewater generated by the car wash would be collected and re-used, as it would enter a 2,000-gallon tank then flow through baﬄe systems to either be re-used or discharged. In addition, the applicant agreed to contribute $27,900 to the township’s tree fund given that there was not enough space on the odd-shaped, undersized lot to comply with township regulations for landscaping. A second concern was also raised regarding the flow of vehicles into the site, including those of employees, which would actually have to go against the designed flow of traffic in order to reach their assigned parking spaces. However, given that some of the employees would be arriving before the regular business hours for the general

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Continued From Page 1 Democrats ticket. Although campaigns are just starting to kick off, there already seems to be a bit a drama going on in the election race. In April, a legal challenge was filed against the nominating petitions that were filed by Gasior and Fischer. According to the challenge, it listed concerns about the number of valid signatures on their nominating petitions. A hearing was held and a judge denied the motion to remove Gasior and Fischer from the primary ballot, stating all four Republican candidates will appear on the June 7 ballot. Currently, the Howell Township Council consists of Mayor Theresa Berger and

Councilwoman Evelyn O’Donnell, whose terms both expire in 2024, as well as Deputy Mayor Pamela Richmond, Councilwoman Suzanne Brennan and Councilman John Bonevich, which all three have terms expiring this year. Both Republicans Richmond and Brennan stated that they are not running to retain their seats. Richmond was voted into Council in 2018, and became Deputy Mayor in January 2022 after former Deputy Mayor Republican Councilman Thomas Russo resigned in November 2021. At the end of 2021, Brennan was appointed to Russo’s open seat. Any Howell resident who would like to run for a seat on the Township Council as an independent candidate has until June 7 to file a nominating petition and secure a position on the general election ballot.

Two Men Indicted For Double Homicide Shooting

By Alyssa Riccardi NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP – Two Bayshore men have been indicted for a double homicide that took place on January 19. Gabriel Braithwaite, 19, of Keansburg and Jerod Dearin, 22, of the Cliffwood Beach section of Aberdeen are both charged with two counts of first-degree Murder and single counts of first-degree Conspiracy to Commit Murder, two related second-degree weapons offenses, and third-degree Hindering Apprehension, police said. The charges are in connection with the shooting deaths of Samore Edwards, 18, of Plainfield, and Isaiah Williams, 19, of New Brunswick. According to police, the victims were shot in a car on the 1300 block of Washington Avenue in Neptune Township. Edwards was dead at the scene and Williams was pronounced at the hospital. If convicted of the charges against them, both

face a possible sentence of life in prison. An investigation involving members of the Prosecutor’s Office, the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, the Neptune Township Police Department, and the Keansburg Police Department resulted in Braithwaite and Dearin being identified as suspects in the case, and they were taken into custody without incident in early February. Anyone with any information about this matter is still being urged to contact Prosecutor’s Office Detective Christopher Guy toll-free at 1-800-533-7443 or Neptune Township Police Department Detective Darell Harris at 732988-8000 ext. 408. Despite the charges, every defendant is presumed innocent, unless and until found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, following a trial at which the defendant has all of the trial rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and State law.

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Continued From Page 1 hastened this disturbing trend towards extinction. Travel and tourism accounted for more than $37 billion in New Jersey in 2021, with millions of the state’s visitors making the trek to shore regions from Sandy Hook to Cape May. But while the Jersey Shore is a major attraction, the toll on beach ecosystems and wildlife can be devastating. One needs only observe the recent enactment of New Jersey’s ban on single-use plastic bags as a sure sign that the general problem of plastics permeating the state’s natural environment has become epidemic. Plastic bottles, bags, straws, and food wrappers are among some of the most common trash items that may be found in beach and wetlands locations, and their long-term impacts can be devastating to the biodiversity of life inhabiting those regions. While litter is unsightly, the hidden danger is what occurs when plastic products begin to break down over time. “It’s what we’re now referring to as microplastics,” explains John Tiedemann of Monmouth University. “If I leave [a plastic bottle] cap on the beach next to my chair when I go home, that’s a problem. But when [it] breaks down into smaller pieces, shore birds that forage by eating small invertebrates between the grains of sand [are] going to peck at this and eat it too.” Tiedemann, the Assistant Dean of the School of Science has taught classes in Environmental Biology and Policy as well as Coastal Zone Management at Monmouth University. As he explains, the danger is not only to shore birds, but aquatic life, as well. “Fish that feed on smaller planktonic organisms,” says Tiedemann, “or just swimming with their mouth open through a massive area of plankton” will ingest the

The Howell Times, May 14, 2022, Page 5 microplastic pieces, as well. But, because of the interconnectivity of the biodiversity in wetlands and beach environments, the plastics will then spread to other animals. A shore bird may fall victim to a fox, or a fish may be captured by a raptor such as a hawk or an osprey. When the prey is consumed, so is the microplastic, transferring it from lower animals to higher ones. “It bioaccumulates in larger animals,” explains Douglas Zemeckis, PhD. “Microplastics are now ubiquitous. They found them in the deepest part of the oceans of the world, the Mariana Trench, [and] our coastal beaches. They particularly seem to have, maybe, higher concentration or higher physiological impacts on larval, early life stages of fi nfish.” Zemeckis, an Assistant Professor and Marine Extension Agent for Ocean, Atlantic, and Monmouth Counties at Rutgers University has his expertise in fisheries science management. But not all of the plastic pollution is the result of careless beachgoers. Much of the problem starts miles away from the affected areas. “What we know is that this is not necessarily all from people littering on the beach,” explains Tiedemann. “The hugest issue we have along the coast is storm water. A large percentage of the trash that washes out into the bays, coastal rivers, and ocean is coming out [of] the storm sewers.” What that means is that the trash on the street in suburban communities miles away from the shore can eventually make its way to the ocean, and onto beaches or into wetland areas. “Every storm drain, not only in New Jersey, but anywhere,” says Tiedemann. “That’s the whole design of this kind of obsolete infrastructure. The idea is to move the water off the ground along the curb into a storm sewer and out to drain to

the nearest body of surface water. It was a good idea at one point, when we weren’t so overdeveloped with so much pavement and impervious surface. But now, everything flushes right off the land. People have to realize that wherever they are, they’re in what we call a watershed. Everything drains from the highest topography to the lowest, and the lowest topography are those bodies of water.” Litter isn’t the only thing that affects ocean life. Chemicals and other hazardous liquids can affect water quality and upset the natural balance of life. Nutrients from fertilizers that wash into nearby streams can eventually reach the ocean and precipitate phytoplankton or algae blooms, endangering mollusks, and crustaceans. There is even evidence the hormones from human birth control pharmaceuticals can negatively affect the reproductive cycles of some fish when it enters the waterways. But beachgoers affect the local wildlife in more direct ways than the slow ravages of pollution. One significant disruption to local wildlife is simple intrusion into the beach areas, particularly sand dunes, which serve as breeding and nesting grounds for many species. Often, careless beachgoers will walk in roped-off nesting areas, or cut across sand dunes that are used by migratory birds for nesting or as hiding spots from predators. Domestic animals, such as dogs or feral cats, create additional issues for nesting birds. By disturbing those areas, the females of endangered species like piping plovers will abandon their nests, thereby impacting the future generation of those birds. “The idea is,” explains Tiedemann about roped-off areas and dune formations, “we need to keep people out so they don’t inadvertently step on the eggs, so they don’t rile up the female that she tries to leave [the nest].” Similarly, the federal Marine Mammal Protection Act is designed to guard wild-

life from harassment from the public, and keep humans out of direct contact with animals like otters, seals or dolphins that may be encountered during visits to shore areas. “The broad definition of harassment would mean going up to them, trying to play with them, trying to touch them, [or] trying to interact with them,” explains Tiedemann about encountering marine mammals. “View it from a distance and appreciate it, but don’t think that you need human interaction with it.” In short, the message for beachgoers regarding local wildlife is the same one given to patrons of art museums: enjoy it from a distance, but do not get too close to it, or try to touch it. “Keep your distance and look, don’t touch,” says Tiedemann. “That’s the conservation ethic.” In addition, Tiedemann urges the public to not feed their food waste to shore birds like seagulls, but instead, to put trash into proper receptacles with recycles being separated and disposed of properly. It’s a message echoed by Zemeckis. “You’ll see posted signs ‘carry-on, carry-off ’ about your own individual trash,” notes Zemeckis. “That’s just a general recommendation no matter where you go, beach, or park, or your own backyard. If you’re fishing, follow the regulations. There are some marine debris issues, [like] fishermen leaving their fishing line behind, and fishing tackle wrappers.” In addition, those anglers who practice catch-and-release should remove the hook quickly and get the fish back into the water as soon as possible to lessen the trauma to the animal. “People [need] to be stewards of their own backyard,” concludes Tiedemann. “If everybody took care of their own space and felt some ownership as a steward to the environment, I think we would see good improvements.”

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.

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HOWELL – With the weather getting nicer, the Howell Township Fire Bureau have had several questions regarding open burning and recreational burning. The Fire Bureau would like to break it all down for you and clear up any questions regarding this issue. Recreational fires are permitted in fire pits (store bought or paver block) in three-feet in diameter or smaller and having a grate covering without a permit providing they are for recreational purposes only. No burning of yard debris or construction material is permitted at any time. Camp fires are permitted within a ring around the fire (stone or metal) with a permit issued by a NJ Forest Fire District Warden at no charge. Bonfires are permitted with a permit issued by a NJ Forest Fire Section Warden with a fee and also requires a permit issued

by The NJ Division of Fire Safety with a separate fee. Agricultural debris burning is permitted and requires a permit issued by the NJ Forest Fire Section Warden with a fee ranging on the length of time the permit is issued for. If the Fire Department is notified of a fire in town, they have to respond and will assess the situation when they arrive to verify that the burning is in compliance with the NJ State statue. They may ask a resident to extinguish a fire if the burning is taking place on a high-risk wildfire day, if smoke is causing a nuisance to neighbors or if burning is in danger of causing a wildfire. If you have further questions, you can contact the Bureau of Fire Prevention Office at 732-938-4500 ext. 2900. To obtain a required burning permit you can contact the New Jersey Forest Fire Service’s New Lisbon office at 609-726-1210.

Vaccine Booster Clinic

HOWELL – Have you had your COVID-19 vaccine? Do you need a second dose? Has your doctor recommended a 3rd dose (for the moderately-severely immunocompromised)? Ready for your booster dose? The Howell Senior Center, located at 251 Preventorium Road, will be hosting a Vaccine Booster Clinic on May 25 and June 22 from 4 to 7 p.m. Make su re to br ing you r or iginal vaccine card, wear your mask, and fill out the health depar tment for m. No

appointment necessary. Transportation may be available. You must call the Howell Senior Center at 732-938-4500 ext. 2550 to inquire if transportation will be available. Clinic is for ages 5 years old and up. No appointment is necessary. There is no charge for the vaccine or administration. Pfizer, Moderna and Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccines will be available. Sponsored by: Howell Township Senior Center and Monmouth County Health Department.

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Summer Travel Camp Programs

HOWELL – It’s the summer of swim! Summer Travel Camp Program registration has begun. Summer Camp: completed kindergarten through 5th grade; Teen Expedition: completed 6th grade through 12th grade; Counselor In Training: 14 & 15 year olds; Team Adventure: special needs young adult program. This summer they will be staying cool with lots and lots of water activities. Trips for the K to 5th grade/CIT program include Candlewood Swim Club & Monmouth Heights. Trips for the Teen Expedition/Team Adven-

ture program include Candlewood Swim Club, Monmouth Heights, Sahara Sam’s, Hurricane Harbor, Bucks County River Country Tubing & Breakwater Beach. Register online at howellrec.org. Register in person: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Howell Municipal Building, 4567 Highway 9 North, 2nd Floor. (Convenience charges apply to all card transactions) For more information, visit twp.howell. nj.us/115/Activities or call the Department of Community Relations 732-938-4500 ext. 2106.

Howell PAL Little Kickers Soccer

HOWELL – Have a little soccer star in the making or just want to get the kids running around on the field? Little Kickers Instructional Soccer is the place to be! This program is an instructional program that utilizes fun activities to introduce basic soccer skills without the pressures of the competitive nature of the game. Activities

are designed to teach skills like dribbling, shooting and becoming familiar with the soccer field. The program will run on Saturdays from June 4 through June 25 from 8 to 9 a.m. at Southard Enrichment Center. Deadline to register is May 27. Register by visiting howellpal.org.

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 pro-

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

Year-Round Stem Mentoring Program

HOWELL – The Howell PAL will be having their Year-Round Stem Mentoring Program. Program will run on Tuesdays through 2023. Dates are subject to change

based on how long each session will take to complete. To register or for more information, visit howellpal.org/year-roundprograms.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Register Today For BlueClaws Youth Baseball Camp

JERSEY SHORE – BlueClaws Youth Baseball camps return in 2022 and young players will receive professional-level instruction on the ShoreTown Ballpark field

–Photo courtesy BlueClaws across four different sessions this summer. Youth Baseball Camps are presented by Rothman Orthopaedics, the official team physicians of the Jersey Shore BlueClaws. Camp, designed for young players ages 6 to 12, runs from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. each day. Additionally, registration includes a BlueClaws game ticket and participation in a pre-game parade at the game. “This is an event were are most excited to bring back after being unable to host camp over the last few years,” said Kayla Reilly, BlueClaws Director of Events & Operations. “We have four great sessions and the young players will learn in a professional environment right on the same field on which the BlueClaws play!” Below, find the schedule for the BlueClaws Youth Baseball Camp: • Session 1: July 7 to July 8 (two days), $114.49 • Session 2: August 4 to August 5 (two days), $114.49 • Session 3: August 16 to August 19 (four days), $197.38 • Session 4: August 23 to August 25 (three days), $155.93 All registration is done online. Instruction will include pitching, fielding, and hitting. Campers will use the field as well as the batting cage inside the ballpark. All players should bring their own glove. With any questions, email events@blueclaws.com.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Softball Teams Raise Funds For Kids Battling Cancer

–Photo courtesy Freehold Regional High School District MONMOUTH COUNTY – The softball teams at Marlboro and Manalapan High School teamed up with the Go4theGoal Foundation to raise funds and awareness for kids battling cancer in the local community. Knowing that a child diagnosed with cancer can cause financial strain for many families, the teams decided to raise funds to help. At a recent game, the two teams rocked gold shoelaces as a part of Go4the-

Goal’s Lace Up 4 Pediatric Cancer® campaign. Through their fundraising efforts, Marlboro and Manalapan raised more than $750 for Go4theGoal. All funds raised will be used to improve the lives of kids battling cancer by providing financial assistance, funding innovative research, developing and implementing unique hospital programs, and granting personal wishes.

Art Walk In Manasquan

MANASQUAN – The Woman’s Club of Manasquan is organizing an Art Walk on June 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you are an artist interested in showing and/or selling your work, applications can be found at womansclubofmanasquan.org.

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK

TOMS RIVER – No one was injured when three seagulls recently fought over a White Castle Chicken Ring. The police didn’t have to respond either as the issue was resolved quickly. Local newsman David Lansing with Ocean County Scanner News was on the scene providing colorful commentary and photographs.

Senior Center Seeking Craft Instructors HOWELL – The Howell Senior Center is looking for an experienced craft instructor(s) to teach crafts, card making, scrapbooking, jewelry making and floral arrangements. The instructor is consid-

ered a vendor and will not be eligible for any part of the Township benefit package. Contact Director Melanie Decker at mdecker@twp.howell.nj.us for more information.

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

How To Recognize Hepatitis And 7 Ways To Protect Yourself By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

We never think about our liver until it becomes inflamed or scarred, or it gets infected or overwhelmed and stops functioning properly. Probably, the most common liver ailment is food poisoning which leads to inflammation of the liver. This is called hepatitis in medical terminology. There has been a sudden rise in children experiencing liver inflammation, and it’s happening across the United States. other words, it’s not limited to a food outbreak in one state from a bad sandwich! The weird rise in hepatitis has attained global scale! This week alone, there have been more than 300 reported cases of hepatitis, spanning 20 countries. The CDC is looking into causes for the terrifying uptick and disturbing trend in otherwise healthy young children. So far, the children impacted are very young, like age 5 and under. The current thinking is that a virus is involved, one called “adenovirus.” Regardless of the cause, it’s very sad to think about, so today I’d like to help you understand what your liver does in simple terms, and how you can support good liver health. Your liver is the largest organ in your body, aside from your skin. The liver has the mundane task of secreting all sorts of chemicals which break down food, or medications, or synthetic dyes, hair color treatments, plasticizers, and other chemicals. Its job is to clear out chemicals that don’t belong in your body. It is also the place where we make CoQ10, Glutathione and Catalase, three critical antioxidants that keep us healthy and thriving. The more pollutants we encounter, or toxins

we ingest, the harder our liver has to function. Some of the very first signs of an inflamed liver include vomiting, or a sensation of nausea along with itchy skin, a tummy ache, and eyes that appear a little bit yellow. Furthermore, there could be weakness, fatigue, ankle swelling, abdominal pain or swelling and a darker colored urine. Another less discussed but common first sign of hepatitis is a strange, bitter or “metallic” taste in the mouth. Aside from the three antioxidants I mentioned above, here are other ways to support the liver. 1. Milk Thistle - Contains silymarin which is a strong liver antioxidant. 2. Artichoke Leaf - Contains cynarin which helps clear out poisons. 3. Dandelion - A mild diuretic, popular as a tea and herbal supplement. 4. Yellow dock - Cleanse the liver and lymphatic system, and provides natural vitamin C 5. Beets - The reddish-purple pigments are great at reducing liver toxins. 6. Selenium - A mineral that helps your body make the liver antioxidant glutathione. 7. Phosphatidylcholine - Helps shuttle triglycerides and cholesterol out of the liver. Please talk to your physician about any herbs, teas or vitamins that you’d like to take because we all have an individual response. These also may interact with your current supplement regimen so always seek professional opinions about making changes to your health regimen. If you’d like to read a longer version of this article, please visit my website, suzycohen.com.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE CentraState Recognized With ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation

FREEHOLD – CentraState Medical Center has been recognized by The American College of Cardiology (ACC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. CentraState was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack. “This accreditation is a testament to our commitment to providing quick and efficient care to save the lives and improve outcomes of patients with acute coronary syndrome,” says Laurie Gambardella, MSN, RN, executive director for Specialt y Ser v ices Cent r aSt ate Healthcare System. “At CentraState, our top priority is to give patients the tools they need to make significant lifestyle adjustments to reduce their chance for another heart event in the future.” According to the Centers for Disease Cont rol a nd Prevent ion, more tha n 730,000 Americans suffer a heart attack each year. The most common symptom

of a heart attack for both men and women is chest pain or discomfort. However, women are more likely to have atypical symptoms. Other heart attack symptoms include, but are not limited to, tingling or discomfor t in one or both ar ms, back, shoulder, neck or jaw, shortness of breath, cold sweat, unusual tiredness, heartburn-like feeling, nausea or vomiting, sudden dizziness and fainting. Hospitals that have earned ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation have proven exceptional competency in t reating patients with heart attack symptoms. They have streamlined their systems from admission to evaluation to diagnosis and treatment all the way through to appropriate post-discharge care and recom mendations and assistance in patient lifestyle changes. “CentraState has demonstrated its commitment to providing its surrounding communities with excellent heart care,” said Deepak L. Bhatt, MD, MPH, FACC, chair of the ACC Accreditation Ma nagement Boa rd. “ACC Accredit at ion Se r v ices is proud to awa rd

CentraState with Chest Pain Center Accreditation.” Hospitals receiving Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the ACC must take par t in a multi-faceted clinical process that involves: completing a gap analysis; examining variances of care, developing an action plan; a rigorous onsite review; and monitoring for sustained success. Improved methods and strategies of caring for patients include streamlining processes, implementing of guidelines and standards, and adopting best practices in the care of patients experiencing the signs and symptoms of a heart attack. Facilities that achieve accreditation meet or exceed an array of stringent criteria and have organized a team of doctors, nurses, clinicians, and other administrative staff that earnestly support the efforts leading to better patient education and improved patient outcomes. CentraState Medical Center offers robust wellness and heart disease prevention programs and advanced treatment for a wide range of heart conditions,

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2008 Stratus Boat and Trailer Wi t h e l e c t r i c m o t o r a n d 1 5 0 V-Max Yamaha 18ft. $15,000. Very nice. 732-928-4605. (22)

Cruise Partner - Retired Male looking for female Cruise Partner. 62 or younger local to LBI/Stafford area for pre-travel compatibility. Text 610-247-8889. (22)

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SENIOR JERSEY GENT SEEKS NEW HOME - Semi-retired (fully vaccinated including Pfizer booster) desires lodging in private home. Food fringees too! Call Charlie 732-2163176, Email: cr@exit109.com. (25)

Misc. FREE DIABETES WORKSHOP Do you want to learn how to help lower A1C levels, monitor blood sugar and stress levels, and avoid complications? Register today for the Diabetes Self-Management Program developed by Stanford University for Seniors 60+ and led by local trained & certified volunteers. These workshops aim to improve self-management behavior to reduce risks associated with diabetes. 2-hour interactive weekly sessions for 6 weeks. Wednesdays June 15, 22, 29; and July 6, 13, 20, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, at the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library. Register today by calling 732-860-2905. Must be 60 or older. Sponsored by Meals on Wheels of Ocean County and Hackensack Meridian Health in partnership with the Ocean County Library. (25)

Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n)

Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Jazz. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (26) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n) Buying World War II - Swords, bayoivets, helnets, hats, medals, uniforms and related items. All Countries. 609-581-8290. Email mymilitarytoys@optonline.net. (20) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)

F/T, Long-term Woman - With car to perform Animal Assisted Therapy in an Established program with Our animals in a Special Needs School in Lakewood, NJ. Experience preferred. robin.sweetdream@ gmail.com. (21) Part-time Custodian Wanted Immediate opening for Adult Community in Whiting. Custodial hours Mon-Fri 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday evenings for events/dances as needed. Please fax resume to 732-3502838 or call 732-350-2656. (23) P/T Seven Days A Week - Driving school instructors wanted. Ten years driving experience, clean license, will train. Call 732920-8830 for information. (23) P/T Cleaning - Mornings Mon-Fridays depending on work week. Experience helpful/will train. Must have driver's license and reliable car. Honest, trustworthy and pet friendly. Will do background check. Call 732-330-5916, Donna. (20) HIRING NOW!! The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms. No teaching experience necessary. On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. $1000 sign on bonus. Call 732-363-5530 or email dtoms river2nj3@goddardschools.com to schedule an interview today! (t/n) Experienced Home Health Aid Is available and offers live-in/live-out care for your loved ones. Medication monitoring, personal assistance, grocery shopping, driving to dr's appointments, light houskeeping, cooking etc. Refferences available. Call: 732-910-8869. (22) Substitutes Wanted for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School district: Administrators, Bus Drivers, Couriers, Custodial, School Nurses/RN, Secretarial, Teachers for Academic & Trade Skill Areas-view skilled areas visit www.ocvts.org/employment. EOE. Please email resume to: tedgar@mail.ocvts.org or call 732-240-6414, ext. 3317. (23) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) Laundromat Attendant For FT/PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (22) The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms. No teaching experience necessary. On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. Call 732-363-5530 or email dtomsriver2nj3@goddardschools. com to schedule an interview today!

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C ROSSWORD P UZZLE

Across 1 Aussie birds with drumbeat-like mating calls 5 Get in a row 10 Regarding 14 Lucy Lawless title role 15 “Take a look” 16 Hit the brakes 17 Once-common childhood ailment 19 Nomadic quarters 20 Giant whose #4 was retired 21 Rock’s Pop 22 Figures of speech 24 Saffron-flavored Spanish dish 26 Embellish 27 Reporting live 30 The eastern half of a frozen food brand 33 Writers’ workplaces 36 Move, in realty ads 37 Anjou, e.g. 38 24-Across ingredient 39 Garson of “Mrs. Miniver” 40 Summit 41 A lot of time, in Spain 42 Wild party 43 Speculate 44 Corporate VIP 45 Hereditary information for a species 47 Having glass sections 49 Incan wool sources 53 Race with no real losers

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55 Cruising the Arctic, say 57 Fish served in poke 58 Butter substitute 59 Five-pointed stars ... or, in two words, what the sets of circles represent? 62 Family nicknames 63 Tribal leader 64 Maine, to Macron 65 The Dead Sea, actually 66 Cordial dealings 67 “I did it!” Down 1 Many a bodyguard 2 Maestro Zubin 3 Make one out of many 4 __ ﬂy: RBI producer 5 What separates the men from the boys? 6 Like the mind’s “i”

7 Guessing game 8 Former Prizm maker 9 Living very close by 10 Big name in furs 11 Blended family relative 12 Vocal quality 13 Gets involved, with “in” 18 Potters’ needs 23 Oscar-winning director Howard 25 YouTube clicks 26 Like Van Winkle, for 20 years 28 Trip to the market, say 29 “Still Me” memoirist 31 Water containers? 32 Greek war god 33 Storied bloodsucker, for short 34 Mozart’s “__ Kleine

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The “Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act” (“Act”) was signed into law by President Biden on March 3, 2022. The Act serves to amend the Federal Arbitration Act (“FAA”). Effective March 3, 2022, an employer can no longer force you to arbitrate a claim of sexual harassment or sexual assault. Instead, all employees now have the option to either pursue such claims directly in Court or choose to arbitrate them. The Act, in most relevant part, reads: Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, at the election of the person alleging conduct constituting a sexual harassment dispute or sexual assault dispute, or the named representative of a class or in a collective action alleging such conduct, no predispute arbitration agreement or predispute joint-action waiver shall be valid or enforceable with respect to a case which is filed under Federal, Tribal, or State law and relates to the sexual assault dispute or the sexual harassment dispute. It should be noted that the Act applies only to claims of sexual assault or sexual harassment. As such, if you’ve signed an arbitration agreement, it will still be

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of MAY 14 - may 20 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Ask for favors and if it is something that will be beneficial, the answer will likely be “yes.” You might receive numerous negative responses in the week to come, but perhaps those things wouldn’t be right for you. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Explore your options and gather opinions. You may meet several people who introduce you to new ideas and progressive techniques. This is a good week to observe the strengths and weaknesses of a key relationship. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can learn something valuable from someone older and wiser than you in the week to come. Every opportunity to hone your skills should be embraced with open arms. A thoughtful partner may add joy to your day. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Good deeds are celebrated. Make it a habit to consider other people’s interests along with your own. You might receive recognition in the week to come because other people respect your judgment and your leadership abilities. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Keep a low profile in the upcoming week or you may end up going backward -- any mistakes are more likely to show when you are the star of the show. Avoid launching any new projects or making any new commitments. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your thoughtfulness and generous gestures are likely to be appreciated by loved ones. Their support will be essential in the week ahead because your job, responsibilities, or the people in your workplace could be demanding.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Keep a journal, write down your thoughts, or make a list of priorities to put your feelings and objectives into perspective. Your good ideas may help preserve your job status or improve your health in the week ahead. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Remain sensitive to subtle undercurrents within the family while letting your creativity run at full throttle this week. Honor your obligations and you will be free to enjoy your hobbies and entertainment without guilt. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll never get there if you aren’t even trying. Put more effort into achieving financial security in the upcoming week. Warmth and enthusiasm may greet your willingness to participate on the social scene. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be reminded to pay something off, or feel it is time to economize, in the week ahead. Your friendly demeanor may attract people from outside your usual circle or help you impress coworkers and clients. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It could prove awkward to activate your ambitions in the week ahead. You possess the initiative and vision to develop sound strategies but may struggle to see them through now. Be patient and persevere. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You should view the cup as half-full rather than half-empty. Remain optimistic and you will find your life brimming with blessings. Take advantage of educational opportunities as this week unfolds.

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