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─Photo courtesy Williams family DaShaun Williams, center, is making his off-Broadway debut in a musical version of “The 10 Commandments” playing the role of Ramses. He is a 2015 graduate of Jackson Memorial High School. By Bob Vosseller JACKSON –Author Osca r Wilde w rote that “life imitates art far more than art imitates life.” Jackson Memorial High School g r a d u a t e D a Sh a u n Williams can relate to that phrase. Williams, a 24-year-
old actor and Jackson graduate grew up with the dream of being on stage performing. His climb to stardom has begun with the role of Ramses in “The Ten Commandments the Musical.” He sp oke t o T he Jackson Times recent-
ly about this exciting time in his life with the debut of the musical earlier this month. In middle school, he per for med a s Da ddy Warbucks in the musical “Annie Jr.” Since that time, he has had countless lead roles throughout high
school and college. “I graduated from Farleigh Dickenson Un ive r sit y i n 2019 w it h my deg re e i n musical theater. I always wanted to be an actor ever since I was a little kid - that was my dream. This is a (Musical - See Page 4)
Event Helps Raise $45,000 For Ukrainians
By Bob Vosseller L AVA LLET T E A community effort packed Saint Pio Roman Catholic Church during a recent Saturday evening and raised around $45,000 for a good cause. Event coordinator Jack Sauer, a borough resident, was more than pleased with the capacity crowd turnout of 250 people for the
benefit aimed at helping those uprooted from military attacks from Russia. The number of Ukrainian refugees is currently estimated at around 25% of the nation’s entire population of about 800,000 people. Sauer and his wife, April, spearheaded the fundraiser that had a ticket price of $50 per person and filled the
parish hall. The event was actually sold out a week prior to when it took place. Jack Sauer described it as a “zero cost /100% benef it ” fundraising dinner to assist with this massive humanitarian challenge. He added, the committee that ran the larger fundraiser worked with “Saint Stephen U k rainian Catholic
Church in Toms River to deliver the funds raised via the church in U k raine quick ly and with no erosion of funds to corporate overhead.” He credited the event’s success to the many generous donors made up of individuals, organizations and local businesses. Because of them, the fundraiser came at zero cost for
“all food, materials and services. Every dollar will go to aid those who need it most. This was a grass roots, community driven effort and it wasn’t just the Lavallette community that was involved but our broader community up and down the island as well as across the bay. “In addition to the horrors that we see on
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$2.9M Upgrade Planned For Athletic Fields
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON –Township officials announced plans for $2.9 million in major upgrades and improvements for athletic fields located at both the Jackson Justice Complex and the Holman Athletic Complex. The project will start with the removal of existing turf fields in June. Work is expected to be concluded by the end of the summer, officials said. The Jackson Justice Complex is located at 1 Jackson Drive and will have new synthetic turf installed on two baseball fields, a soccer field and the multipurpose / football field. At the baseball fields located at the Justice Complex grounds, new dugout shade canopies will be installed, while protective netting will be installed at both the soccer and football fields. The Holman Athletic Complex, located at 133 Manhattan Street, will have new (Fields - See Page 5)
Council Adopts $54M Budget
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON –The governing body unanimously voted to adopt this year’s $54.65 million municipal spending plan following a public hearing. The total spending is increasing by more than $5 million this year. However, officials are using surplus from last year’s budget so that the amount to be raised in taxes will increase by about half a million. Business Administrator Terence Wall said last year’s budget revenues had exceeded estimates by more than $2.5 million. Last year, the governing body adopted a $49.37 million spending plan that was supported partially by the collection of $34.26 million in taxes from the residential and commercial property owners of Jackson. Officials used $5.95 million from Jackson’s surplus fund as revenue in the budget. This year, (Budget - See Page 5)
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Continued From Page 1 big thing for me and I am very grateful to have this opportunity to work on this show,” he said. At Jackson Memorial High School, he did, “‘Music Man,’ ‘Seussical,’ ‘Les Misérables’ and ‘Legally Blonde.’ Those were the four shows I did. I occasionally talk to Jaclyn Kerrigan, she was my favorite drama teacher. She directed the plays that I did. She is very updated on what I am doing.” ‘The Ten Commandments’ will be his first full live production since the pandemic started. “COVID hit the art community very hard. I was actually out of work for a year and a half. I started doing a stage management job which is still working in the theater industry. I did that for four months. I made my break and started auditioning a lot more because for a while auditions were not happening,” Williams added. The actor said, “there was not a lot of in person auditions. They are slowly starting to come back now but they did a lot of
video auditions with different directors and producers for different shows. That was a very big change from auditioning in person. They are very different as you don’t get to interact with the director and everything is a very different feeling. I like in person auditions a whole lot more because you can show more of your personality.” The 24-year-old actor was living in New York City but recently moved to West New York, New Jersey. For several weeks he has been traveling into the city for rehearsals and the opening of the show was on May 5 at the Center of Jewish History in downtown New York City, 15 West 16th Street. “I definitely prefer the stage that has always been my dream, acting and singing. I have a twin brother KeiShaun, and when we were very young kids, I was always singing a lot and he was out playing sports,” he said. In the musical, Ramses and Moses are very different types of brothers and their ideology puts them at odds with their respective duties and philosophy in life. The Egyptians are ordered to kill the first-born male of the Hebrews and Moses is put on
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the Nile River and escapes death only to be adopted into the household of Ramses family where he grows up. “They become very close brothers and they love each other but Moses ends up killing one of the Egyptian guards or abusing a slave. He saw how awful the slaves were being treated. That is when the story divides and afterwards (when Ramses becomes Pharoah) he goes to Moses and says I am your brother and I love you but there are laws and I can’t let you do this without repercussions and the law was you had to die if you killed somebody.” Ramses couldn’t do that but he did exile his brother from Egypt. “Moses talks to God through the burning bush and he is told to go back and free the Hebrew slaves. I tell him as Pharaoh and head honcho when I see him that you are disobeying my order by coming back but he has the power of God behind him and he tells me to release the Hebrew slaves.” The Nile River turns red, locusts descend on the people of Egypt and Ramses is given an ultimatum and releases the Hebrews. “Our show is one act. It’s only about an hour and 20 minutes so it is a very basic
version of this story. We have the song ‘Brother’ and that is when we have me and Moses and we talk about our love and the great childhood we had together but it is not really going to work. We sing that song and it shows the emotion.” As for art imitating life, Williams noted “my brother and I have great love for each other but we are very different people. I also have a sister Shaunese, who is two years older than me. She graduated from Memorial High School in 2013. We all have ‘Shaun’ in our names.” He noted that his parents and relatives are very proud of him “and during COVID I was always getting family messages asking when my next performance was and when can we come see you again. Once I got cast in this, I told everybody so I have a bunch of people coming to see the show.” There is a large production of this musical in France which Williams said has been running “for over 20 years over there. It is one of France’s biggest musicals.” Check out thetencommandmentsthemusical.com to learn more about Williams and details about the show.
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JACKSON – Jackson Township Recreation will be hosting a Fireworks and Food Truck Festival on June 26 at 4 p.m. Free admission
and parking. Fireworks at dusk. Enjoy live music, DJ and free give aways. Join in on a basketball tournament and corn hole tournament.
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Continued From Page 1 synthetic turf and a protective netting system behind goal posts installed at the multipurpose football field. Several additional site enhancements – such as repairs or improvements to fencing, field stone, regrading, concrete sidewalks, cleaning of the existing drainage infrastructure and the installation of new storage sheds – will also be made at both locations, officials said.
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Continued From Page 1 a $54.65 million budget was introduced that will be supported in part by the collection of $34.64 million in taxes from Jackson’s residential and commercial property owners. Officials will use $9.17 million from the township’s savings as revenue in the budget. The remainder of the budget will be funded from other revenue sources. The 2021 municipal tax rate in Jackson was 50.1 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. The average home was assessed at $329,181 and the owner of that home paid about $1,652 in municipal taxes. In contrast, this year, Jackson’s municipal tax rate is projected to be 50 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. The average home is now assessed at $329,861 and the owner of that home will pay about $1,649 in municipal taxes. During the hearing officials said $23.5 million of the $54.65 million budget was earmarked for salaries and wages.
The Jackson Times, May 14, 2022, Page 5 Project work schedules have been coordinated to coincide with the end of certain sports seasons, while other sports activities that typically take place at Justice and Holman during the early summer will be held at other locations. Jackson Township awarded two separate contracts, totaling $2,898,413, to complete these major upgrades and additional improvements. The first contract, in the amount of $2,055,913, was awarded to Shaw Sports Turf of Calhoun, Georgia. In order to identify and secure well-qual-
ified turf vendors, the township worked through a state co-op, available to New Jersey mu nicipalities, cou nties and schools, which consists of state-vetted and state approved suppliers. The second contract for associated site work, in the amount of $842,500, was awarded to LandTek Group, Inc. of Bay Shore, New York. With the township overseeing the overall effort, the solicitation and bidding process was managed by T&M Associates, the township’s engineering firm of record.
Mayor Michael Reina said, “investments in our recreational facilities are investments in our families and in our kids. Here in Jackson, our sports complexes are very important to us. This is where we come together, as a community, to enjoy sports, competition and exercise.” “It’s here, on these fields, where we build a stronger, happier, safer and healthier community. These are just some of the reasons why investing in our children is so important to the township council and I,” the mayor added.
Wall had said that the township’s department heads request only what they need to operate and not make requests that later have to be dropped. Wall reminded residents that municipal taxes are only part of a resident’s tax bill and that the total the property owner’s tax bill includes school district taxes and Ocean County taxes. Another factor of the total amount of property taxes a homeowner pays is determined by the assessed value of their home and/or property and the tax rate that is set by each taxing entity. This budget will fund all of the operations of Jackson, including its Police Department, the Department of Public Works, government administration, employee health benefits, insurance, payments to employee pension funds and debt payments and other items. “Congratulations on a really great budget,” resident Sheldon Hofstein said during the public hearing. “Thank you for your input,” Wall responded. Councilman Nino Borrelli thanked Wall for his work on the budget. “It is a solid and responsible
plan that I proudly support. It maintains services while increasing our police force while cutting the current municipal tax rate. It is amazing and to pay cash for capital projects like needed construction and for parks instead of having to bond for it. It illustrates that Jackson is in a strong financial position.” “Our town also has an excellent bond rating, AA+ too, so if we needed to bond or borrow money, we would have very good rates. One thing I’d like to see though is our commercial property percentage go up into the double digits. Right now, it is at 8.66 percent,” the councilman added. Councilman Borrelli explained, “commercial development brings in jobs and revenue to help municipal budgets stable so overall we are fortunate and blessed in Jackson.”
you bring up things like restrooms for those who are disabled and making sure they are maintained.” This was in reference to a resolution that was later approved for a contract involving services for portable restrooms at various locations in Jackson Township. “I also want to applaud you for getting cameras for our police officers because as we find when a police officer has a camera, nine times out of 10, someone who is accusing a police officer of wrongdoing is proven that they did not do anything wrong and the camera proves the police officer innocent. I want to thank you for providing for that,” Sullivan added. Sullivan was referencing the purchase of a dozen body worn cameras from for the police department which was part of a resolution authorizing the $60,645.19 contract. Also approved was a contract for landscape and maintenance services in various locations within the community.
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Booker Bill Would Give Teachers A Raise WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) and U.S. Representatives Adam Schiff (D-CA), Jahana Hayes (D-CT), John Larson (D-CT), and Mark Takano (D-CA) introduced legislation that would boost teacher compensation by put ting tax money back in their pockets and help diversify the teaching workforce. The bill, called the Respect, Advancement, and Increasing Support for Educators (RAISE) Act, would provide educators with a minimum of $1000 in refundable tax credits and as much as $15,000. Currently, public elementary and secondary teachers earn about 20 percent less than similarly educated professions. Based on a worldwide comparison, the average salary gap between teachers and others with comparable educational backgrounds is greater in the U.S. than in any other OECD country with available data. Early childhood educators fare far worse, with a national median wage of $11.65 an hour, well below the national living wage threshold. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly every state in the nation reported shortages of teachers in high-need subjects like science,
math, special education, and English language development. Additionally, low income and students of color are the least likely to have access to a stable educator workforce, with nearly 50 percent higher teacher turnover rates in high-poverty schools. Through refundable tax credits, the RAISE Act will help boost the compensation of early childhood, elementary, and secondary school teachers. Depending on the level of poverty in the schools educators serve, public school teachers would be eligible for a tax credit up to $15,000. The bill would also double the educator tax deduction, which teachers can use to offset the cost of school supplies, and expand eligibility to early childhood educators. “Educators are constantly asked to do more and more without any significant increase in their compensation, and often at their own expense,” said Senator Booker. “The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated these hardships, leading many teachers to leave the profession. This legislation would help support educators by using the federal tax code to put more resources back in teachers’ pockets. It’s time to
reward our society’s unsung heroes by increasing teachers’ take-home pay.” “There’s no greater investment we can make in supporting children and families than supporting the teachers who dedicate their lives to caring for and supporting students,” said Representative Schiff. “Teachers are the bedrock of our public education system – and they deserve fair compensation for the irreplaceable role they play in shaping America’s future. The RAISE Act would deliver long-overdue salary increases to early childhood, elementary, and secondary educators, helping ease the financial constraints that block quality teachers from entering and remaining in the profession. Educators hold the future of the nation in their hands, and it’s past time we honored their service with the fair wages they deserve.” Specifically, The RAISE Act would: • Provide all eligible early childhood and K-12 educators with a $1,000 refundable tax credit, regardless of the level of poverty in the school in which they teach. • Create a refundable tax credit of up to $15,000 for eligible public elementary and secondary educators and for early childhood educators with a bachelor’s degree.
• Create a refundable tax credit of up to $10,000 for early childhood educators with an associate degree or a Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate. • Encourage teacher recruitment and retention in under-resourced schools and communities most in need by utilizing a sliding scale for the tax credit, based on school and early education program poverty levels. • Provide labor protections to prevent the tax credit from being used unfairly in labor negotiations. • Increase the educator tax deduction from $250 to $500 to offset teachers’ purchases of school supplies, and expand eligibility to early childhood educators • Provide at least $5.2 billion in annual mandatory funding for the Elementary and Secondary Education Act’s Title II (a nearly $3 billion increase), which supports educator recruitment, retention, professional development, and class size reduction, which can improve teaching and learning conditions. • Create and fund a federal grant program to support and incentivize local educational agencies to increase teacher salaries, and provide related programs to strengthen, retain, and diversity the educator workforce.
License Plate Readers To Help Cops Catch Car Thieves
TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy and Acting Attorney General Matthew J. Platk in an nou nced a $10 million investment in automated license plate recognition (ALPR) technology to reduce violent crime and motor vehicle theft in New Jersey through the federal A mer ican Rescue Plan (A R P) State Fiscal Recovery Fund. The funds will be used to purchase and expand existing high-speed, automated camera systems to capture and store computer-readable images of license plates in a centralized database accessible to law enforcement. The technology will be installed at both fixed locations throughout New Jersey and mounted on mobile units. This equipment provides law enforcement agencies additional tools to address the increase in motor vehicle thefts and a corresponding rise in violent crime seen in both suburban and urban areas of New Jersey. “The alarming uptick we are seeing in vehicle theft is unacceptable, and our administration is making investments to combat these occu r rences st ate wide,” said Governor Murphy. “To aid
law enforcement in this endeavor, an investment in ALPR technology will provide them with the tools they need to reduce these incidents and make our communities safer.” “Thanks to Governor Murphy, we are investing significant resources to give law enforcement officers the tools they need to combat the rise in auto thefts across the state,” said Acting Attorney General Platkin. “Because stolen vehicles are increasingly used in the commission of violent shootings, deploying these automated license plate readers will save lives.” Through the Murphy Administration’s $10 million ALPR program, a portion of the funding will be allocated to the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) to deploy cameras along major roadways that run throughout the state. Intelligence gathered will be shared by NJSP in real-time through the Regional Operations Intelligence Center and Real Time Crime Centers operated by the NJSP with relevant law enforcement partners as appropriate for investigative and operational need.
The remaining f unding will be made available to cou nt y and local law enforcement agencies, through a competitive process, for the purchase, installation, and expansion of additional units and systems, in strategic locations throughout the communities they serve. All entities receiving funding under the program must abide by ARP rules and agree to share captured license plate information with the NJSP. The investment into ALPR technology advances ongoing efforts by OAG to combat the rise in auto thefts, including public service campaigns to raise awareness of the risks associated with leaving cars unlocked with the key or key fob inside. In March, OAG expanded the NJSP Auto Theft Task Force by adding detectives and prosecutors, as well as bringing on additional police depar t ments f rom arou nd the state. Additionally, $125,000 in federal Justice Assistance Grant funds is being made available to maximize the Task Force’s capabilities. “The allocation of these financial resources to increase the use of automated
license plate reader technology is, quite simply, a game changing moment in terms of our investigative capabilities,” said Colonel Patrick J. Callahan, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police. “This investment will undoubtedly help combat the growing number of motor vehicle thefts and the associated rise in violent crime. I commend Governor Murphy and Acting Attorney General Platkin for their staunch efforts in supporting law enforcement’s mission to target auto theft and make our communities safer.” The State has seen a serious spike in motor vehicle theft since the pandemic’s onset, an all-time high of 14,320 vehicles in 2021 in comparison to the previous five years. The first quarter of 2022 is on track to have a 53% increase in motor vehicle thefts from 2020. Increases in motor vehicle theft have occurred across the state, in both suburban and urban areas. Stolen cars are frequently associated with other violent crimes, particularly shootings. A significant percentage of individuals who commit auto theft offenses have also been involved in shootings.
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Continued From Page 1 the news every day, we believe that many in our community were also moved by the fact that we have a significant Ukrainian immigrant population in our area and that in past summers, many young Ukrainians have been a vital part of our seasonal economy,” Jack Sauer added. Borough Councilwoman Anita Zalom served on the organizing committee and said that the group had been meeting at least weekly since before the event was announced. She told The Toms River Times, “we had so many beautiful gift baskets prepared and carefully arranged a few days prior to the event.” “It was a great event. We had a couple who sang Ukrainian songs during the night,” Zalom said, referring to “The Joyful Duo” performers Olek and Stasia Skrypczk. “Our thought was to set the minimum donation request low enough so that anyone in our community could afford to join us for a deeply meaningful evening, even given the current burden of inflation,” Jack Sauer said. He said during the planning stage of the event that the committee’s “fervent hope, given the magnitude of this humanitarian
The Jackson Times, May 14, 2022, Page 7 crisis, those who could do more, would do the most that they could.” And they did. Sauer said, “early ticket sales were averaging $120 by individuals who had the capacity and desire to do more.” He thanked those who provided donations of food including Mueller’s Bakery of Bay Head, Castaway’s Pub, Crabs Claw Restaurant, Little Mia’s Pizzeria, Meg’s Grill, the Ohana Grill, Lenny’s Pizza and Italian Grill, Lava Java House of Lavallette, Dariusz Polish Deli of Toms River, Fumosa Bakery and Mia’s Pizzeria and Café, Vito’s Sandwiches and Specialties, the Acme of Ortley Beach, The German Butcher based in the Forked River section of Lacey Township, Klee’s Bar and Grill of Seaside Heights, Lala Gourmet Cookies of Brick, The Saw Mill of Seaside Park and Patti’s Kitchen in Normandy Beach. Sauer added the Sunflower donors who provided a $1,000 donation or more included the Crabs Claw Inn, Faith Lutheran Church of Lavallette, The German Butcher, Lester Glenn Auto, Toms River, Pine Belt Subaru of Lakewood, Timothy E. Ryan Funerals Toms River and Lavallette, Schlosser Real Estate of Lavallette, The O’Shea Group Keller Williams Shore Properties of Ortley Beach and The Wickery of South Toms River.
─Photo courtesy Jack and April Sauer “The Joyful Duo” Olek and Stasia Skrypczk sing during the recently held fundraiser at Saint Pio Catholic Church in Lavallette.
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OCEAN COUTNY – A free rabies clinics will be held at the Ocean Animal Shelters. Both of their facilities offer free rabies vaccinations available for the public for cats and dogs. By appointment only: Call to schedule today. Jackson (Northern OCAF) 1st and 3 rd Wednesday of each month: 732-657-8086 Manahawkin (Southern OCAF) 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month: 609-978-0127 Clinics run from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and take a total of 60 appointments per clinic. There is a maximum of four pets per person. Cats and dogs only, kittens need to be at least three pounds for vaccination, puppies
need to be at least 12 weeks of age. Dogs must be restrained on a proper fitting collar or harness and leash. Cats need to be secured in a carrier. If your pet has received a prior rabies vaccination, bring in the certificate, or vet records indicating the vaccination, and the vaccine your pet receives will be valid for three years. If you do not have proof of a prior rabies vaccination, or if it is the first time your pet is receiving the vaccination, the shot will be valid for 1 year. Please bring the proof of prior vaccination with you, as they will not be able to look up anything or contact your veterinarian when we are in the middle of the clinic.
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Jackson Promotes National Library Week
─Photo By Bob Vosseller Margarite Dugas, a librarian at the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library accepts a proclamation for National Library Week from Mayor Michael Reina during a recent Township Council meeting. By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Mayor Michael Reina presented a proclamation for National Library Week to librarian Margarite Dugas who represented the township branch of the Ocean County Library. National Library Week recognizes the many resources both physical and digital that are available to everyone in the community and library staff that are helpful in providing those resources to the public. Council President Martin Flemming urged “all residents to connect with their local library whether they visit online or in person.
Libraries connect a community.” He read Mayor Michael Reina’s proclamation and said such resources were open to everyone “regardless of race, creed, economic status, gender or gender identity.” Councilman Steven Chisholm thanked the mayor for that proclamation which he had gotten to read last year. “I certainly encourage life-long reading. Ladies and gentlemen take your children to the library, get them a card and encourage them to read at an early age. Get them interested in real things like history and make them better students and better citizens in the future.”
Two Arrested For Stealing Catalytic Converter By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – Two Browns Mills men have been arrested and charged with the theft of a catalytic converter, police said. On May 8, residents from a home on Monmouth Road reported that two suspects had stolen the part out of their car. The victims told police that they received an alert from their security camera system that someone was on their property. They observed two men by their cars and in their yard. After they called out to the suspects through their security system, they left. As the victims were arriving home, the suspects were pulling out of the driveway, police said. The victims were able to get the license plate of the suspect’s truck. When
they talked to them, the suspects claimed they were interested in purchasing the car. The victims then learned the catalytic converter had been removed from their car and contacted police. Investigation revealed that 28-year-old William Anderson and 35-year-old John Strong, both from Browns Mills, were the suspects. Both were arrested and charged with theft and trespassing. They were then lodged in the Ocean County Jail. Police seized the 2004 Dodge pickup driven during the incident and $1,000 in cash. The public are reminded that any persons arrested or charged with any offenses or crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
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─Photo courtesy BlueClaws JERSEY SHORE – BlueClaws Youth Baseball camps return in 2022 and young players will receive professional-level instruction on the ShoreTown Ballpark field 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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TOMS RIVER – Ocean County is home to 40,000 U.S. veterans, which is the highest number by county in all of New Jersey. It’s one of the reasons that Toms River Township will be home to a new, 68,000-square-foot VA Clinic to be completed by 2023. It’s one of the reasons that military appreciation is embedded into the culture of this area; why honorary signs and street names pepper the landscape, and why traditions like the Downtown Toms River Veterans Day Parade have a uniquely special hold on this community. It’s also one of the reasons why Toms River Regional Schools and Ocean County College are working closely to ensure that every veteran, and every active and retired military member in this area, young and old, knows about the many impactful resources at their disposal. “Acclimating back into civilian life after being in the military is hard enough on the individual,” said district Math Supervisor Heather Pentifallo, who speaks from experience on behalf of her son. “Entering into college life can be especially challenging. It is difficult watching your child experience frustration during this transition.” It was this frustration that ultimately resulted in Pentifallo’s son, Douglas, connecting with OCC’s Ryan Luurtsema, an Army vet and the college’s assistant director of the Veteran and Military Resource Center. The level of support offered by the center is extraordinary, and it’s the ongoing mission of Luurtsema and others, like Pentifallo, to ensure that everyone throughout Toms River and Ocean County is well aware.
“As a mom, I can’t express how much the Veterans and Military Resource Center and those who work there have informed and impacted my son’s journey,” said Pentifallo. “I would like everyone to know the support and education that is available to veterans and military dependents at the VMRC at OCC.” The team of four at the VMRC helps host activities and initiatives from transition management support, community outreach for on- and off-campus resources, academic support, a social community lounge and private computer lab, work-study opportunities, a food pantry, and staff-student mentoring. One of the most important and all-encompassing initiatives led by Luurtsema and the VMRC is Green Zone Training, or GZT. The phrase itself, “Green Zone,” is a military term signifying a safe area in a war zone, and that sense of safety and protection is what the initiative aims to bring veteran students on campus. “Veteran students have to confront stereotypes, for one, and also face unique challenges,” said Luurtsema. “Nearly half of student veterans are married and are parents, for example, and so they have priorities that typical college students do not, plus they’re adapting to an entirely different, non-military culture which essentially speaks a different language.” GZT helps shatter myths about veteran students–while many do, not all veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress, for example, and they are not generally rigid, or angry, or intrinsically aligned to a particular political (Schools - See Page 11)
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Continued From Page 10 worldview–which helps make them more approachable to staff members and peers. Rather than a one-sided arrangement where veterans are asked to adapt to civilian and college life, GZT teaches others about military culture and the challenges of post-military life, in essence making an entire campus a “green zone.” In addition to GZT, the college’s Veteran and Military Resource Center offers military liaisons between 13 different departments, exposure and advisors to organizations such as the S.A.L.U.T.E. (Services, Academic, Leadership, Unity, Tribute, Excellence) Honor Society, access to the Ocean Heroes Scholarship and other opportunities for veteran students to continue their education, and a comprehensive network of staff and community support, such as the V.E.T.S. (Veterans Engaging Teachers and Students) program. All of this has caught the attention of Toms River Regional Schools, which has been working in its own right to connect various military initiatives with an innovative, mission-oriented, career-based education. What started in 2018 with the procurement of a three-year naval grant worth more than three quarters of a million dollars (for which OCC was a primary partner), has advanced to a current effort to develop and have approved by the state a program of study for an ROTC pathway. Leaders from OCC and TRRS have spent a significant amount of time together in recent weeks and months. Among the many topics discussed is developing an infrastructure to reach as many military-affiliated people as possible throughout greater Toms River and Ocean County, including those currently serving, those who have served, military spouses, and military children. Gaps currently exist, and challenges remain such as the fact that not all people who serve or have served identify as
The Jackson Times, May 14, 2022, Page 11 veterans. But the two educational institutions are committed to expanding that outreach, which includes supporting the progression of clubs and organizations that currently exist. For nine years High School North has had an active Military Club working in conjunction with the Central Regional JROTC Program and with help from community organizations such as the American Legion, the United States Army, and U.S. Army National Guard. “As a group we have performed countless hours of community service, performed color guard at events for Veterans Day and parades throughout Ocean County,” said HSN Military Club advisor Danielle Stoltz. “Now, with the help of Ocean County College and others, we are thrilled at the plan to transition into an official JROTC program starting in the fall, which will allow us to have an accredited program for the students of Toms River, and help foster the seamless continuation of their educational and military careers.” Reaching, engaging, and acclimating the many military-affiliated people throughout the area has become a priority for TRRS and OCC, and has further solidified an already strong bond between the two organizations. Few embody this connection more than Pentifallo who, as a district administrator is accustomed to working alongside OCC, and who, as a mother of a veteran, has witnessed directly what the VMRC has done for her son and family, thus becoming one of its most vocal proponents. The end game–the “mission,” so to speak, of this entire initiative–is to ensure that every veteran student and every military family in this area knows what’s available to them, and that the general population embraces its veterans, not simply with awe from a distance, but up close and personal. “Even if you’re not a veteran or military dependent, you should just stop by the VMRC to say ‘hi,” she said. “They’re a really cool group of people.”
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TOMS RIVER – All commencement activities will take place on the Ocean County College Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River.
Campus Mall. May 26 – 55th Annual Commencement Ceremony, 6 p.m. at Gateway Building Lawn*
May 24 – Nursing Pinning Ceremony, 5 p.m. at Gateway Building Lawn. May 25 – Annual Awards Ceremony, 5 p.m. at Gateway Building Lawn (In the event of inclement weather, this event will be moved to the Grunin Center.) May 26 – Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony, 3 p.m. at Veterans Memorial,
*In the event of severe weather, the Commencement Ceremony will be moved to May 27, at 10 a.m. The decision to move the ceremony will be made by 12 p.m. on May 26 and will be announced on the College website (ocean.edu), on Ocean TV-20, and in a recorded message at 732-255-0400.
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TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Field of Dreams is looking for fun, family-friendly local businesses to join at some events. Crafters, schools, scouts, etc. Summer events held at Toms River Field of Dreams (TRFOD), an inclusive playground complex for special needs children and their families. Upcoming dates:
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“We’re very excited to bring back a Spring Flea Market this year,” said Kayla Reilly, BlueClaws Director of Events & Operations. “Flea Markets have always been staple events on our calendar and we look forward to another great flea market in May.” Vendor set-up on the day of the event begins at 5 a.m. and must be complete by 8 a.m. (no vendors will be allowed in after 8 a.m.) Space is on a first-come, first-serve basis on the day of the event. With any questions, email events@blueclaws.com.
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Around The Jersey Shore New Egypt Elementary School PTO Annual Tricky Tray
NEW EGYPT – Join the New Egypt Elementary School PTO for their Annual Tricky Tray on May 14 at 5:30 p.m. located at the New Egypt Elks lodge. This event will be held outdoors under tents. They have a limited number of seats available, and this is usually a sold-out event! Pre-purchase your seats and auction packages to avoid long lines. No outside alcohol permitted but there will be a cash bar available as well as snacks and refreshments available for purchase. The PTO loves children, however per the NJ Gaming Commission this is an adult
only event. You must be 21-year-old to attend. Click on the link below to order your seats and auction ticket packages. Pre-ordered packages & seats will be available for pick up at the event. Prize values range from $50 to $1,500. In addition, there will be a 50/50 Raffle. Visit their website at nepswespto.com to preview some of the prizes available for auction and to purchase your seats and auction tickets or use the following link: nepswespto.membershiptoolkit.com/ packet/2141.
2022-2023 Preschool Lottery
JACKSON – Would you like your 3 or 4-year-old to attend the Jackson School District’s Preschool Inclusion Program during the 2022-2023 school year? It’s time to join the annual Preschool Lottery! The district earned a $3.1 million grant from the State of New Jersey to expand the Preschool Inclusion Program and to provide free preschool to Jackson residents. To determine placement in the Preschool Inclusion Program, each year they hold Preschool Lottery. (Families currently enrolled in the district preschool program do not need to reapply.) This lottery determines the order you will be contacted to register in the program. The lottery opens January 17 and will close at 3 p.m. on February 4. After that date, they will draw names at random from those who entered the lottery and reach out to invite those families to begin the registration process. Do not complete any registration paperwork until you have been notified that you were selected in the lottery. The program is open to students who will turn 3
or 4 years old by October 1, 2022. There are limited additional spots available at all elementary schools. You must indicate what your home elementary school is in the form. Students will be placed only in their home elementary school, which is based on your address. If you do not know your home school, visit this link to search for your address (put in K as the grade): bus.jacksonsd.org/elinkrp/search.aspx. If you are unsure of your home elementary school, use the last option in that question and they will search it for you. It will not impact your eligibility in the lottery. Transportation will be offered to eligible residents (i.e. if the location of your home qualifies for transportation to your home district school. Please note that if your home is considered a “walking” area to your home elementary school, you will not receive transportation. If you have any questions, contact the PreSchool Office at 732-833-4677. For more information about the program, visit jacksonsd. org/preschool.
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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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By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Members of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners want the public to know where they can donate if they wish, as they observe the shocking scenes in the news of cities bombed and families fleeing in terror while the Russian invasion of Ukraine pushes closer to the nation’s capital. Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari remarked, “we all want to help the victims of this senseless war but before we send a donation, it is important to know that the money will reach those who need it most.” Like any other disaster, manmade or natural, the war in Ukraine is attracting scammers hoping to prey on the generosity of others. “Fortunately, just a little research will help tell the difference between a legitimate charity and a potential swindle, Vicari said. He added, “first, make sure the charity you choose is established and has the ability to actually provide aid to Ukrainian citizens and refugees.” Well-known organizations such as the Salvation Army, The Red Cross, World Vision and UNICEF already have the logistics in place to help the war victims. Local churches and other faith-based organizations are also rallying to aid the war refugees. The Commissioner noted that while some churches had at first accepted materials such as nonperishable food items, clothing, diapers and blankets, many are now requesting only monetary donations. Saint Stephen Ukrainian Catholic Church
in Toms River for example, is accepting checks and PayPal donations. Commissioner Vicari said, “there is a great cost in transporting materials into the war zone. Sending money is the best option to ensure the people who need help receive it as quickly as possible.” Before writing that check or clicking that PayPal link, Vicari warned would-be donors to make sure they are not falling for a scam. “Beware of phone calls or emails asking for money. Many of our seniors are especially vulnerable to scam artists who prey on elderly residents.” He cautioned residents not to click on unsolicited emails or provide personal or banking information online. “Robocalls asking for money should also be ignored.” “A common practice among scammers is to ask an unsuspecting donor to purchase gift cards to aid a charity. If you are asked to buy gift cards, it’s probably a scam,” Vicari added. Commissioner Vicari said that the threat of scammers in the wake of the Ukrainian war has become so prevalent that the FBI has issued a warning about the problem. John P. Kelly, director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, said a list of reputable charities is now available on the county’s website co.ocean.nj.us. Kelly added, “we encourage anyone who can make a donation to do so. The number of innocent victims from this war is growing every day. The victims and refugees need our help.”
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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.
Jackson Rotary Trip To Tropicana Casino In Atlantic City
JACKSON – The Jackson Rotary Club is sponsoring a bus trip to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City on May 24. Cost of the trip is $37 which includes bus transportation, $20 back in slot play from the casino and gratuity for the bus driver. Bus leaves promptly from Brookwood Plaza (corner of County Line and New
Prospect Road) at 10 a.m. and returns to Jackson at 6 p.m. All the proceeds from this trip go to support their charities. You must submit a copy of your COVID-19 Vaccination Card. For more information, contact Tom Barchie at 732-849-6309 or 732-779-8471.
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Double Trouble May 2022 Programs
BAYVILLE – Double Trouble State Park’s May 2022 programs have been posted! You can find them on the events section of their social media page or on their Eventbrite page. Free registration required. Limited number of participants per program. Guided Village Tours will be held on May 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 & 29. Join a village historian for a guided tour of historic Double Trouble
Village. See inside the century old sawmill and packing house as you hear stories of this former company town. Walking tour will cover approximately 1/4 mile and start at 10 a.m. outside the white restroom building just past the map kiosk in the parking area. Held sun or drizzle. Heavy rain or thunder cancels. For additional information call 732-3416662.
New Egypt Flea Market
NEW EGYPT – Come and shop Ocean Counties best of the best! Dozens of vendors with products Made in Ocean County for sale. Art, home decor, baked goods, jewelry, gifts, soaps, lotions, candles and more. There is something for everyone at this free event. Shop local and shop made in Ocean!
Village shoppes will be open. Event is rain or shine and free admission. Pet friendly. The New Egypt Flea Market will be on May 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. located at 933 Monmouth Road, Cream Ridge. For more information or be a vendor head to: newegyptfleamarket.com. Facebook event link: f b.me/e/6j59G5ERX.
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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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CHEAP PAINTING Done RITE Free est. Senior discounts interior exterior. Call 732-506-7787, cell 646-643-7678. (24)
We Can Help - Housecleaning, shopping, window cleaning, office cleaning, painting, laundry, carpet cleaning, and also we can help with phone calls, typing, bookkeeping, clerical work, reset in store. Very good price. Call 848-287-3944. (23)
LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609-335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000. NO JOB TOO SMALL! (15)
PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n)
ALLAmerican Home Health Aides Experienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in. Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/ pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605 (t/n)
Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)
Carly's Pure Pilates - Brick, NJ. 732-799-0233 certified with 23 years experience. 50% OFF. Private, duets. Classes $20 featuring The Reformer and Props. You'll look and feel better guaranteed. Increases flexibility, builds strong muscles, relieves pain. (23) Pet Sketches - Professional artist will create beautiful pencil drawings of your pet(s) suitable for framing. Reasonable rates. Senior discount! 732-473-7284. (22) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Do You Want Your Car To Look Nice And Shiny - Call Lenny. Lenny's Mobile Auto Detailing 908 868 4609. (23) Skilled Work Man For Hire On all pace home repair restoration service own tools and truck call 201-546-2656. (20) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) MY HANDY CREW - Husband and wife team working to satisfy all your home needs, inside and out. No job ever too small or large! $ave now. Call Clark and Nicole @ (732)850-5060. Insured and NJ Licensed #13VH11804800. (25) Prepare for power outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator. $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options. Request a FREE Quote – Call now before the next power outage: 1-833-901-0309. (t/n) Music Lessons In Your Home By state certified instrumental music teacher. Please call 732-350-4427 for more information. All are welcome. (25) FREE ESTIMATES FOR PAINTING WORK - 25+ years experience, I n t e r i o r / E x t e r i o r, R e a s o n a ble prices and nice work, Leave message 732-907-0820. (14) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (19) APlus Home Improvements - Over 30 years experience. Quality work at reasonable prices. Spring special, 20% off of any job over $1000. Give us a call 908-278-1322. Fully licensed and insured. (18) GARDENING - Planting, Repotting Container Gardens. Help solving garden problems. Organic Plant Care. House Calls. Reasonable. Experienced Master Gardeners. Joseph & Richard 732-232-8144. (25)
Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-691-0123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19) Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs. Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. Insured. Gutters cleaned. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (19)
Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience. Call Jim 732-674-3346. (39)
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Around The Jersey Shore Officials: Investing In Recycling Pays Off
George S. Hassler Funeral Home George S. Hassler, Owner & Director, NJ Lic. No. 3193 Brian T. Hassler, Manager, NJ Lic. No. 4054
Celebrating 42 Years of Serving the Community Family Owned & Operated Since 1978 Second Generation Serving All Faiths with Personal Service Traditional Burial & Cremation Options
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By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Thanks to a substantial investment in the recycling program - plus an improved global market - the program is seeing its most profitable year in the last decade. “After a few down years we have returned to a more robust profit as we are the highest of all time and the highest since 2011,” said Ocean County Commissioner Barbara Jo Crea, who serves as liaison to the county’s recycling program. She added, “this is very good news for our residents, our municipalities and for our environment.” The County along with the rest of New Jersey was struggling in maintaining its regional recycling programs and keeping them cost effective since 2019. “The market for recyclables took a big hit when China began declining the materials it was being sent,” Crea said. “We found ourselves with a lot of recyclables and nowhere to send them. To develop a more marketable product, (county leaders) made the commitment to invest in the county’s recycling program in order to improve equipment and the cleanliness of the product.” “Ultimately, the Board’s investment of over $5 million along with the materials recovery facility (MRF) operator’s investment at the Northern Ocean County Recycling Center in Lakewood, and combined with an improved global market, enabled 2021 to be Ocean County’s most profitable year in a decade,” she added. Last year, more than 81,544 tons of material were recycled in Ocean County. This
translated to almost $2.4 million in profit. Revenue per ton was $123.31, which is greater than $100 a ton for the first time since 2012. Commissioner Crea noted the profits have permitted Ocean County to fully recover from losses incurred in 2019 and 2020. “If the recycling market remains consistent, the county hopes to resume revenue sharing with its municipalities in 2022.” Ocean County shares its recycling revenues with its municipalities prior to the downturn in the recycling market. Since 1995, when the Recycling Revenue Sharing Program was created, the county has distributed almost $17 million to the municipalities that participate in the county’s recycling program. The amount returned to the towns is based on the number of recyclables collected and brought to the county and the price per commodity in the current market. Municipalities use the money as needed although many invest it back into the recycling program. The improvements in the program now allow the county to accept more items as recyclable, including paperboard, chipboard, plastics 1, 2, and 5 – the number found inside the recycling triangle on the object. However, plastic bags are still not allowed, not even to hold bottles or cans. The bags jam up the machines. Additionally, new machines have helped make the operation run more smoothly, Crea said, such as two optical sorters and a high speed paper baler.
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Mental Health Association Offering Online Support Group
OCEAN COUNTY – A new, online support and discussion group for women in the workplace is being offered by a nonprofit organization, The Mental Health Association in New Jersey, which has an affiliate office in Ocean County. The focus is on women who have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual intimidation or abuse on the job. The group, called Life in Waves, is meeting
Pet Show By Helping Hands Of Jackson
JACKSON – Calling all Jackson resident pet owners! Helping Hands of Jackson will be hosting a Pet Show on June 11 at 11 a.m. (rain date June 12) at Jackson VFW, 54 Magnolia Drive. Pet show participants will receive a food voucher (pizza/hot dogs) when they register their pet; non-participants may obtain a food voucher by making a donation. Pets must be caged, in a carrier or otherwise contained until judging. Owners are expected to clean up after their pet. Animal Groups: cats, dogs, reptiles, livestock, other. Award Classes: most colorful, best dressed, best trick, largest. Pet Owner Age Groups: Under 12; 12 to 17. Questions? Call Vinny at 732-684-0423 or Pete at 732-513-0798.
Yard And Bake Sale
NEW EGYPT – The New Egypt Historical Society will be hosting a Yard and Bake Sale on May 21 at 8 a.m. Cost is $10 for a space (bring your own table). Set up at 7 a.m. For more information or to reserve a space call Margaret Neuman 609-758-7237.
Library Now Accepting Book Donations
JACKSON – Have books you no longer need? Donate to the Jackson Friends of the Library! Books can be brought to the circulation desk. The library is located at 2 Jackson Drive.
online twice a month via the Zoom App. The meeting is founded and facilitated by women who have experienced these challenges. A mental health professional with lived experience as a survivor of trauma is an advisor to the facilitators. “Our area of South Jersey employs many women in occupations frequently associated with a higher risk for these experiences. Think about all the waitresses, housekeepers, massage ther-
apists, lifeguards, nurses and the many women working in the service industry,” said Bern Trendler, a wellness program manager. “This group provides a safe space to provide support and have an open discussion about topics like gender roles and power balances.” Trendler said women who have faced these situations can experience negative health outcomes, including sleep disorders, depression,
anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. Through the group, members share resources and strategies to improve their mental health. Life in Waves meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. To receive a link for this meeting, call The Mental Health Association at 609-652-3800 or email lifeinwaves@mhanj.org.
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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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THESE ULTRA-FLUFFY PANCAKES ARE A LEMONY TWIST ON A DINER CLASSIC By America’s Test Kitchen
PALACE DINER LEMON-BUTTERMILK FLAPJACKS Serves 4
Notes: If you don’t have a griddle, you can cook these flapjacks in a 12-inch nonstick skillet instead. Cook them in batches over medium heat, two at a time for medium-size flapjacks or one at a time for large-size flapjacks. If you love lemon, use the full 1 teaspoon of lemon zest. If you want to serve these flapjacks all at once (rather than as they come off the griddle), first heat your oven to 200 degrees -- just warm enough to keep the flapjacks hot but not so hot that they dry out. As you make the flapjacks, place them on a cooling rack set in a rimmed baking sheet. Then place the baking sheet in the warm oven. The flapjacks can stay in the oven for 15 minutes -- long enough for you to cook the remaining batter. 1 1/3 cups (6 2/3 ounces) all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (1 3/4 ounces) sugar 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/3 cups (10 2/3 ounces) buttermilk 1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk 1/2 to 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 4 teaspoons juice, zested and squeezed from 1 lemon 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil 1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg and egg yolk, and lemon zest and juice until combined. Add melted butter and whisk until well combined. 3. Add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture. Use a rubber spatula to stir gently until just combined (batter should remain lumpy -- do not overmix). Let batter sit for 10 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, add oil to a large stovetop griddle or electric griddle. Use a paper towel to spread oil into a thin, even coating over surface of griddle. For a stovetop griddle, place it over 2 burners and heat over low heat for at least 5 minutes. For an electric griddle, heat to 350 degrees. 5. When batter is ready, if using stovetop griddle, increase heat to medium and heat for 1 more minute. 6. Use a 1/3-cup dry measuring cup to scoop 1/3 cup of batter onto griddle. Use a rubber spatula to scrape batter from the cup and spread into a 5-inch circle. Repeat three more times, leaving space between the mounds of batter. 7. Cook until edges the are set and the first side is deep golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Use a spatula to flip flapjacks and cook until the second side is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. (If you’re using a stovetop griddle, set over two burners on your stove; one side of your griddle may cook faster than the other.) 8. Use a spatula to transfer pancakes to plates. Repeat portioning and cooking with remaining batter. Serve.
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