2022-05-28 - The Berkeley Times

The BERKELEY Times Vol. 27 - No. 50

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May 28, 2022

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–Photo by Chris Lundy The land on either side of Beach Street in Good Luck Point is now preserved as open space, with a few houses in the distance.

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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Good Luck Point might not have the most accurate name, since the homeowners there didn’t have much luck during Superstorm Sandy.

Like many shore communities, this small neighborhood off East Bayview Avenue were hit hard by the storm.

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–Photos courtesy Lorrin Selby (Above) Norm Selby enjoys his big day with four of his biggest fans. (Right) Family photos show Norm Selby at the height of his career.

By Chris Christopher BERKELEY – When Norm Selby was the head coach of the Central Regional High School girls softball team, winning was the norm.

There was the 1981 Shore Conference Class A South championship. There were Class B South co-championships in 1990 and 1992. There were Class B South titles in 1988, 1993 and 1994.

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New VA Clinic Breaks Ground In Toms River

–Photo by Chris Lundy Veterans and local officials were in attendance for the groundbreaking.

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – It’s said that healing takes a long time, and it also took a long time to get to this stage: the groundbreaking of a new Veterans Administration clinic in Toms River.

The official address is 1051 Hooper Avenue. The groundbreaking was on Caudina Avenue, which is the back road past two banks that leads to the Seacourt Mall. It is expected to open in spring of 2024.

Currently, veterans travel to Brick’s James J. Howard Outpatient Clinic for their needs.

They have complained that the facility is understaffed and that it doesn’t have enough parking.

Also, some of them have to travel up to East Orange for certain services.

It took years for the VA to choose this location, as towns put together detailed plans trying to entice the federal (VA Clinic - See Page 6)

Many residents gave up on rebuilding. The cost for construction was high. Also, the federal guidelines for building so close to the water were very strict, since they were no longer grandfathered in to the more lenient rules from when they were first built.

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County Honors Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

By Stephanie Faughnan OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County authorities and local law enforcement agencies honored and remembered fallen officers at the 31st Annual Ocean County Law Enforcement Memorial Day Observance.

The ceremony, held at the Ocean County Police Academy, paid special tribute to 18 officers killed in the line of duty since as far back as 1926.

A memorial on site features flags overlooking the statue of a police officer holding a child’s hand. It bears an inscription naming the Ocean County Honor Roll dedicated to officers who lost their (Officers - See Page 18)

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Continued From Page 1 There were Ocean County Tournament crowns in 1981, 1984, 1986, 1988 and 1992.

There were New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association South Jersey Group III titles in 1986 and 1988. There was a Shore Conference Tournament championship in 1994.

There was a berth in the SCT championship game in 1993. There were berths in the 1986 and 1994 South Jersey Group III final. There was a berth in the 1981 South Jersey Group IV championship game. There was the Pemberton Invitational title in 1988.

There were 11 Coach of the Year honors from the Ocean County Observer (1982, 1986, 1988. 1992 and 1994), the Newark Star Ledger (1986) and WOBM (1981, 1984, 1988, 1992 and 1994).

There were 254 career wins. There were a mere 95 losses. There was one tie.

To put it mildly, Selby’s career (1981-1994) was chock full of championships and honors for him and his players.

Selby was honored Saturday, May 14, when the Golden Eagles’ diamond was dedicated as the Norm Selby Field. The event was named the Norm Selby Softball Field Dedication Ceremony.

“We must have done something right,” he said prior to the ceremony. “People must believe we are worthy of remembering.

I hope they remember the young women who proudly wore the Garnet and Gold and did their best rather than me. I stood in the coaching area. They played the game.”

Winning several battles with tears, Selby spoke in front of approximately 100 people, including about 40 of his former players.

He received a proclamation from Berkeley Township Mayor Carmen Amato Jr. The document proclaimed the day Norm Selby Day in the township.

“I would like to thank the (Central Regional) board of education, the mayor and the council for this honor,” Selby said. “I would also like to thank my own family for its support.

It was not easy for my wife, Karen, as we had four kids under the age of six when I began coaching. They went to our games in the back of a little Ford Pinto station wagon, probably illegal these days. ‘G’ (then-veteran assistant coach Gloria Garibaldi) and other people came to our home after our games.

“Approximately 113 young ladies wore the Central uniform with pride and class.

They were the best. They all turned out to be fantastic people. I am very, very proud of them. I hope the ladies wearing the Central Regional uniform will bring pride, joy and respect to Central Regional High School.”

Prior to Selby’s speech, Central Regional School District Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides spoke to the crowd.

“We were very lucky to have had Mr. Selby as a teacher,” he said. “He was one of the best teachers to retire from Central Regional. I am very proud to dedicate this field as Norm Selby Field.”

Central athletics director John Scran, the school’s former baseball coach, told the crowd, “A special welcome to his family, friends and other supporters. A special thanks to Marlboro (a 3-2 winner over Cen-

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tral in an SCT first-round game after the ceremony) for showing sportsmanship. Coach Selby was much more than just a coach. He was a role model who taught young ladies life’s lessons by using the game of softball.”

Selby received a softball bat honoring the dedication from Scran on behalf of the Central Regional Board of Education. Another speaker was former player Agnes Whitfield, a Central health and physical education teacher.

“Without this man, all of those championships don’t happen,” she said. “He had an amazing career. It was an honor and a pleasure to play for this town and coach Selby. He was a role model, a father figure and a proud softball dad. When people ask us who we played for, we proudly say, ‘Mr. Norm Selby.’ “ After the ceremony, Whitfield presented Selby with a box containing pictures of each team he coached.

Several ex-players spoke to the media prior to the ceremony. One, Karen Smith-Moreland, wore her 1984 Ocean County Tournament championship jacket.

“Coach Selby was very successful,” she said. “He taught us hard work, self-respect.

He taught us a love of the game. We developed self-esteem. He taught us a desire to win ... you had to earn it. He taught us life skills that we use today.”

Teri Sisa, who played on the Golden Eagles from 1980-1982, said Selby was quick with one-liners.

“He said, ‘When you slide into second base, take her out,’ “ Sisa said. “He also said, ‘Get the piano off your back,’ when we ran the bases.”

A catcher during the 1983-84 seasons was Ellen Mahoney. “He turned me into a different person,” she said. “He made me realize what hard work could do for you. I was bad news until I played for him. He turned me around. He taught me what teamwork and hard work were. He used to check our report cards. He kept me on the straight and narrow as I got my grades up.”

Retired Lacey Township High School athletics director Karen Hughes, a 1981 Central graduate, played for Selby during her senior season.

“I met him when I was in the junior varsity program,” said Hughes, a former Central basketball standout who completed four New York City Marathons and 100 miniature triathlons. “We were a family. He had to understand the game and parlay his knowledge to his athletes. He did that. We had dynamic athletes who more importantly played softball. Our success was because of a lot of work by coach Selby. Sometimes, it was sheer luck. Luck is not a bad thing. I will take luck.”

Garibaldi played a large role in the Golden Eagles’ success.

“Words could never explain what ‘G’ meant to our program,” Selby said. “She and I thought alike. Don’t treat the young ladies as girls. They are athletes. Treat them as such and expect an athletic performance from them. Having a woman of ‘G’s caliber gave us an advantage. We would never have had the success we did without her.”

Working under Selby at the junior varsity and freshman levels were Phyllis Angellella-Aires, Sisia, Angela Slack-Selby and Joe

Winkelreid. Harry Schilling coached the Middle School team.

Central had its share of great moments in the field. Take one that took place in the 1992 OCT championship game against Toms River East.

“It’s one specific play that stands out in my mind,” Selby said. “A defensive play that we practiced for years finally came to fruition.”

It began with a runner on second base. The pitcher was Tara Menschner, who fielded a ground ball.

“She checked the runner at second and wheeled the ball to Amber Dafeldecker at first base to get the batter out,” Selby said.

“Amber then threw the ball across the diamond to Erika Applegate at third, cutting down the runner - double play!”

Success preceded Selby, who was an unofficial assistant coach prior to becoming the junior varsity mentor for four seasons under then-coach Marshall Davenport.

“Our (overall) record was 45-14,” Selby said.

“When Marshall retired, Jerry Golembeski (then Central’s athletics director) offered me the job. Loving the sport and knowing that I would be working with many of the same girls on the varsity team who I had on our junior varsity team made the decision easy.”

Selby became a member of the Central Regional High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 1995. He’s also in the New Jersey Athletic Hall of Fame.

“Both are important,” he said, “but Central means a little more to me since it was voted on by people who truly knew me and the work of the young ladies of Central Regional High School.”

Selby also coached freshman boys basketball (1969-1970), junior varsity boys basketball (1971-1973), football as an assistant from 1983-1992 and girls tennis as an assistant from 1991-1992. He coached and taught at Central - his lone school - for 33 years. He taught U.S. History I to juniors from 1968-2001.

Selby and his wife raised several children.

The couple hosted a gathering of nearly 50 at their Berkeley home. Scrapbooks from each of the team’s seasons were features of the party. Karen Selby designed the scrapbooks and did some of the cooking.

“Well,” he said, “like all coaches you are affected by what goes on at home. When I started coaching, Karen was left from March 1-June to handle everything. We played and practiced six days per week and of course during Easter vacation. My wife never complained. She made it to just about every game and was our biggest supporter although at critical moments of games she would hit the woods - leave the field - because pressure got to her.

“Knowing the homestead was taken care of by my wife freed me to coach. Thanks Karen!!”

A Florida resident for seven years, Selby enjoys traveling, especially cruising, gardening and wood working. He and his wife are the grandparents of one United States Marine, one college student, two Central seniors who will graduate June 17 and one Central Regional Middle School student.

“As far as my legacy, I want it to be merely that we tried to teach the game,” Selby said, “and that we played it fairly and tried to be honest and truthful to our young women.”

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Continued From Page 1 At a recent Township Council meeting, officials asked for one of the properties, 25 Good Luck Point, to be purchased by the Ocean County Natural Lands Trust Fund.

This is an account fueled by a tax on every property in Ocean County.

Ordinarily, it’s been used to take large swaths of property off the market, to prevent development. Along the Barnegat Bay in Berkeley, it’s been used to buy individual lots.

For example, 14 individual properties between 2015 and 2021 were acquired under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. The funding for these properties is provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the State Department of Environmental Protection. Approximately $6.5 million in grant funds are to be reimbursed in 2022.

These properties will now be allowed to return to their natural state and will forever be open space.

Councilman John Bacchione estimated that about 80% of Good Luck is now permanently protected.

But this land will also protect other property.

Environmentalists will say that lagoon and marsh property should never have been developed in the first place. They are important wildlife habitats. Additionally, they serve as a buffer for other properties that are slightly more inland.

In the event of a storm surge or similar weather emergency, these shore properties

are hit first. That’s what they are there for.

The marsh takes the brunt of the weather.

Building houses on them meant that those houses would get hit first.

There’s another way these purchases protect their neighbors.

There are no private insurance companies that offer flood insurance anymore. It’s all the federal government now. So, the government offers incentives to towns to make it more affordable.

More open space on the shore will improve Berkeley’s standing in the National Flood Insurance Program with the Community Rating System. This means that if they protect their properties from f looding, everyone in the town who has to pay flood insurance will get a discount. Currently, they are given a 25% discount, Mayor Carmen Amato said.

Getting to that discount took a lot of work. Turning residences into open space is just one part of it. Another is passing ordinances and changing municipal rules to guide development in such a way that flooding won’t have as much of a disastrous impact.

The federal government sees low-lying shore properties as “repetitive losses.” In states where hurricanes are more devastating, the country is bailing out the same homeowners more than once. At that point, it’s more cost effective to just buy the land and prevent it from ever being built on again.

It’s also safer because it means people won’t be in harm’s way when the storm comes.

Additionally, first responders won’t have to risk their lives to rescue them.

Land Value “The land was purchased at its appraised value so it’s a good deal for the owners,” Bacchione added.

Shore property is always more valuable because people love living on the water.

Those houses are worth a lot more, so the owners pay more in taxes. Making these properties open space takes these important ratables off the tax rolls, which means that the rest of the town have to make up the loss.

However, a few properties spread among thousands means that each other Berkeley resident wouldn’t really feel the impact.

In a larger sense, the town would feel it more. Ten shore properties could easily total $5 million dollars.

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The new building will be about twice the size, measuring 68,000 square feet. It will neighbor the county’s new social services building when that’s completed. There is also a bus stop and other amenities nearby.

Officials at the groundbreaking said that the building will enhance services cur-

rently provided, and will also add more.

Some of the specialties noted during the presentation was primary care, mental health, dental, podiatry, and women’s health, which is the fastest growing department.

The event was well attended by local elected officials, county commissioners, and other officials.

“This day is for you,” Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) said to veterans attend-

ing the ceremony. “A lot of you advocated so hard to get to this moment.”

Many of the speakers at the groundbreaking spoke of a pact between a service member and their country: If you serve this nation, and put yourself in harm’s way, that will be taken care of. It is the way to say thank you.

“But this is only the beginning, and have to work to get it done and then keep serving veterans,” Kim said. “This will

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Cong ressman Ch r is Smith (R- 4 t h ) thanked veterans, reminding them that they are “the eyes and ears of the community, to make sure lawmakers get it right.”

The long-time congressman said he had been advocating for a VA clinic throughout the 1980s. The Brick one opened in 1991, but this one will take it the next step.

Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill wore the Navy uniform that he wore 17 years ago as a way to show solidarity with veterans in attendance.

Most service members don’t make it a career. Most go in for several years and then transition to civilian life, he reminded people. That’s why the VA clinics have to be able to be able to provide a lifetime of care.

“It’s our responsibility to meet their needs,” he said. When you sign up, you write a blank check to the country that you’ll go anywhere and when you come home, that’s when the country has to pay you back and take care of you.

FD Stonewater, of Arlington, VA, is the developer. The company’s managing director, Norman Dong, was in attendance and said that his company had built similar facilities in Maryland and Maine.

Smithgroup, an architectural, engineering and planning fi rm; Harvey Cleary builders; and T&M Associates, an engineering company, will also be involved.

Naming The Clinic Hill wants the clinic named after Leonard G. “Bud” Lomell, a Toms River WWII veteran who died in 2011.

As an Army Ranger, Lomell was in Normandy on D-Day. Already injured by machine gun fi re, he led his forces on their mission to disable 155-mm cannons that were aimed to keep invaders off the beaches. It was necessary to take out those guns before the rest of the forces came to shore. However, the guns had been moved. Lomell spotted markings in an area that looked like something heavy had been moved through there. He followed the trail and found the guns, disabling them with either thermite grenades or good old fashioned smashing.

Months later, the Rangers would be ordered to take Hill 400, a strategic location in Germany. Many had failed but the Rangers charged and caught the enemy by surprise. They held the hill for the rest of the day, though only 25 of them survived.

Lomell suffered a concussion and injured his arm in the battle.

He would be wounded again during the Battle of the Bulge. Tom Brokaw has a chapter dedicated to him in “The Greatest Generation.”

The Brick facility was named after James J. Howard, who represented the 3rd District in Congress from 1965 until his death in office in 1988.

He is known for highlighting the dangers of faulty M16 rifles used in Vietnam. He is also responsible for creating the 55 mph speed limit and establishing the drinking age at 21. His name also adorns housing in Fort Monmouth and the portion of Interstate 195 in New Jersey.

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Federal Firearm Licensing Act Reintroduced After Shootings Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

Washington, D.C. - After another series of deadly mass shootings across the country, U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and Chair of the Subcommittee on Criminal Justice and Counterterrorism, Bob Menendez (D-NJ), and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) reintroduced the Federal Firearm Licensing Act, legislation that would require individuals to obtain a firearm license from the Department of Justice (DOJ) before purchasing or receiving a firearm.

In order to obtain a federal firearm license, the bill would require the following: Certification that the individual completed firearm safety training, which must include a written test and hands-on training to ensure safe use and accuracy.

Completion of a criminal history background check.

Submission of fingerprints, proof of iden-

tity, and verification that the individual is at least 21 years old.

The federal firearm license must be renewed ever y five years at which point the applicant will have to go through a background check and undergo firearm safety training again. The bill contains a mechanism for the DOJ to revoke the license if the individual poses a danger to themselves or to others.

It would require the Federal Bureau of Investigation to regularly conduct checks to ensure that individuals are in compliance with federal license requirements and keeps in place requirements that all people purchasing firearms from a federal firearms licensee undergo a background check.

Several studies have shown that licensing laws reduce gun violence in states that have enacted them. According to the Giffords Law Center, Connecticut saw its gun homicide and gun suicide rates decrease by 28 and 33 percent, respectively, after passing a state licensing law. In contrast, after Missouri repealed its firearm licensing law, the state saw a 47 percent increase in its gun homicide rate and 24 percent increase

in its gun suicide rate. Licensing laws also enjoy strong support from Americans, with 77% backing the measure according to a Quinnipiac survey from 2019.

“In our nation, gun violence has become eerily routine and we’ve done little to stop the horrific mass shootings that devastate the lives of victims and their loved ones,” said Sen. Booker. “Accepting this shameful status quo will continue to lead to deadly consequences. We need to adopt proven, common-sense measures that will address the scourge of gun violence and make our communities safer.

“This bill moves us in the right direction and is based on a simple concept - if you need a license to drive a car, you should need one to buy and possess a gun,” continued Sen. Booker. “Firearm licensing laws have broad public support and have been shown to reduce gun violence in states that have enacted them, including in my home state of New Jersey. This is the moment to enact ambitious legislation - as a nation, we must rise to it, or we are fated to witness the deadly scenes of this past weekend and years past over again.”

“The United States stands alone in our failure to protect our citizens from gun

violence. While many states, including New Jersey, have commonsense gun laws, the need for federal licensing standards has long been clear,” said Sen. Menendez.

“The Federal Firearms Licensing Act would put in place a certification process that includes firearm safety training and a thorough criminal background and identity check requiring the licensee be 21 years of age. We have a moral obligation to prevent these senseless massacres in our schools, supermarkets, places of worship and shopping malls that are tearing communities and families apart. It is my hope that my Republican colleagues will once-and-for-all recognize the urgency of action and join us in passing this legislation before more lives are senselessly lost to gun violence.”

“This legislation will save lives and protect communities across the United States from the devastating impact of gun violence,” said Sen. Blumenthal. “As shown by the success in Connecticut, simple, commonsense standards like licensing laws requiring the completion of a background check and firearm safety certification work. I’m proud to join Senators Booker and Menendez in this effort to address our nation’s gun violence epidemic.”

Governor Takes Steps To Address National Baby Formula Shortage From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – With New Jersey families facing difficulties obtaining baby formula due to the ongoing national shortage, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 296 declaring a State of Emergency in order to activate State price gouging laws, consistent with President Biden’s actions at the federal level. The order also coordinates relief efforts and enables State agencies to take any emergency measures necessary to protect families from issues arising from the baby formula shortage. The Department of Health also released guidance for families facing challenges as a result of the shortage.

“We firmly believe that New Jersey is the best place in the nation to raise a family, and during this challenging time, we want to support our families with all of the resources at our disposal,” said Governor Murphy. “I am signing (the) executive order to enable our State to take any necessary steps to address this critical issue. To any retailer who may try to take advantage of vulnerable families during this shortage, let me be clear that this reprehensible action will not be tolerated. And

to any New Jerseyan affected by this shortage, rest assured that my administration will do everything in our power to ensure families have access to the formula they need.”

“Families need our support right now, as the national shortage of baby formula is presenting challenges for many parents who rely on this essential product,” said First Lady Tammy Murphy. “New Jersey stands with our families and will work to provide equitable access to formula to ensure the health and well-being of infants throughout our state.”

With the State of Emergency in effect, an excessive increase in the pricing of a merchant’s supply of baby formula may be considered unlawful price gouging under the Consumer Fraud Act. The activation of these price gouging laws empowers the Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) to investigate reports of potential price gouging and take action to curb such predatory practices. DCA will also continue to monitor the marketplace for other predatory and unlawful practices, including the sale of expired or unauthorized formula.

“We want businesses and consumers to know the price gouging law is now in effect to ensure baby formula is not excessively priced anywhere it is offered or sold in the state,” said Acting Attorney General Platkin.

“Individuals or merchants looking to make a

profit by violating the law during the current state of emergency will face severe penalties.”

Under the order, all State departments and agencies are also authorized to take steps – such as issuing waivers, orders, directives, or emergency regulations – to help ease supply chain issues in regards to formula, limit actions that would reduce the availability of formula, and draw on federal resources to accomplish these goals.

In addition to the executive order, the Governor has also spoken with the leaders of two major baby formula companies with a presence in New Jersey to emphasize the critical nature of the current situation, thank them for their commitment to increasing production capacity, and offer any assistance the State can offer during this time.

Understanding that low and moderate-income families are particularly vulnerable to challenges resulting from the national shortage of formula, the New Jersey Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women Infants and Children (WIC) – which falls under the Department of Health (DOH) – is taking steps to ensure equitable access to formula during this time.

WIC recently applied for a federal waiver that allows program participants to exchange their recalled formula at the store, like any other customer. Participants also have the flexibility to shop at multiple different stores if their regular store does not have the supply of formula they need.

In anticipation of certain formulas being more difficult to obtain than others, WIC recently instituted formula substitutions so that program participants can replace their special formulas with other types of formula, as dictated by their doctor.

The program is currently preparing to apply for two additional federal waivers the state is now eligible for – one of which would allow participants to receive a different brand of formula without needing a doctor’s note.

The other waiver would further allow WIC participants to receive different forms and sizes of formula than they normally receive.

“The Department of Health remains committed to ensuring that families participating in the Women Infants and Children (WIC) program can access the nutritional support and resources needed to care for their infants,” said Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli.

“Feeding your infant during this shortage can be stressful. If you are in need of emotional support, your local maternal health consortia can connect you with counseling services, virtual support groups, and other resources you may need.”

For DOH’s guidance for families impacted by the shortage, details on how to file a complaint with DCA about suspected price gouging or unfair business practices related to the sale of baby formula, and other information about the state’s efforts to address the national baby formula shortage, visit nj.gov/ babyformula.

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South Toms River Youth Day SOUTH TOMS RIVER – The Borough of South Toms River is hosting a Youth Day at Mathis Plaza on June 4.

All Vendors must register by submitting an Application to the South Toms River Borough: Attn Borough Clerk, 19 Double Trouble Road South Toms River, NJ 08757 or via email to J.Jubert@Boroughofsouthtomsriver.com.

Check-in is at Mathis Veterans Memorial Park, Route 166 lot on June 4 between 10 and 11:30 a.m. Vendors must be ready for business by 12 p.m. No vehicles are allowed into event after 11:30 a.m.

The event hours are from 12 to 4 p.m.

No vendor may start breaking down or

leave before closing time of 4 p.m. Only Borough Administration may cancel an event or call a “weather day.”

All food vendors must submit and show proof of a valid Ocean County Food Handler’s Permit. See rules and regulations for details of Vendor Food License from Ocean County Health Department website. There is a two-week deadline prior to event for registration and proof (June 1, 2021). All Vendors must submit proof of Liability Insurance. All Vendors must have a fi re extinguisher and fi rst aid kit for employee access. All propane tanks must be located 10’ behind or away from a canopy tent safely.

2022 Lodge Batter-Up Contest BAYVILLE – 2022 Lodge Batter-Up Contest with participating Elks Lodges: Lacey, Bayville and Manahawkin.

The event will take place on June 12 at Berkeley Little League, 43 Moorage Avenue Bayville. Sign-ups start at 1 p.m.

Open to ages 5 to 15 (girls & boys). Baseball and softball players all are welcome!

Age groups: 5 to 6 (hit off tee), 7 to 8,

9 to 10, 11 to 12 and 13 to 15. (Baseball age is as of July 31) Kids will be given 10 pitches to hit various targets in the field to accumulate points. They will be divided into age groups and highest scoring kids will move to state hitting contest to receive prizes.

For additional information, contact Mark Niro at 732-579-7632.

Community Family Nights

BEACHWOOD – Beachwood Municipal Alliance presents Community Family Nights on Mondays from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Starting July 11 through August 22 at Birch & Surf Park.

Opening night: free t-shirts (limited amount). Play bingo and win prizes,

crafts, games, snack stand and much more!

Free event open to the community volunteers needed. If you are a local organization and would like to set up a table at one of our nights, contact groma@ comcast.net.

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Boys from preschool to 6th grade in Berkeley Township School Dist rict, grab your mom or special role model in your life and “Take them out to a ballgame” with the Jersey Shore BlueClaws!

Jersey Shore BlueClaws vs. Brooklyn on June 2 at Blue Claws Stadium, 2

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Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. The contest is for ages 16 and under and any participants 10 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library Toms River Branch is pleased to host Images Student Art Show 2022, by the Ocean County Vocational Technical School, throughout June.

The collection, which will be displayed in the 2nd Floor Gallery, consists of student art pieces in card design, illustration, logo design, photography, poster design, T-shirt design and QR Code ads. Have your cell phones ready to capture QR codes that connect to videos and animations in this fascinating exhibition.

This is the 23rd anniversary of the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Stu-

Paws In The Park

BERKELEY – Ocean County Parks & Recreation has announced Paws in the Park (formerly known as Yappy Hour) event for June 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors wanted!

For years this event (Yappy Hour) was held in Ocean County Park in Lakewood.

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They are looking for vendors of “all things dog related” - items or services, shops to mom-and-pop home businesses.

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Picnic & Dance

BERKELEY – A Picnic & Dance will be held on June 4 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Whispering Pines Park, Berkeley Township. This is a free event, door prizes with your ticket.

Bring your picnic basket and drinks. (No alcohol at this event)

Reserve your tickets, call John at 609-5014948. Limited tickets available. All ages invited. Calvary Chapel Living Water of Toms River will be your host. Music provided by Christian Sounds, DJ John Luke.

Also some special guest singers.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups may be able to help you. Call their 24-hour hotline for local meeting locations at 888-944-5678.

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The opening ceremony is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. June 9, at the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street.

Images Student Art Show 2022 is free and open to the public. No registration is required. Enjoy the creativity of up-andcoming young artists in the Ocean County community.

For more information, contact the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 732-349-6200, ext. 5100, or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

STYES IN THE EYES ARE NO PRIZE WHEN YOUR EYES WON’T WORK TOGETHER

Similar to the ability to fold one’s tongue or wiggle one’s ears, some people can intentionally make one eye point in a different direction than the other, but for those with a condition called strabismus, this occurs without control or intention. Symptoms of strabismus may be sporadic, but they will cause changes in vision including blurriness and loss of depth perception. There are six muscles that must work together to move the eyes up, down, and at angles. Because these muscles receive their signals from the brain, strabismus can affect those who have suffered traumatic brain injuries, brain tumors, or stroke. Strabismus can also occur in people with other health problems such as diabetes or thyroid disease.

In most cases, the only effective treatment for a constant eye turn is strabismus surgery. If your eye doctor finds that your child has strabismus, he or she can refer you to an ophthalmologist who specializes in strabismus surgery. The earlier strabismus is treated surgically, the more likely it is that the affected eye will develop normal visual acuity and the two eyes will function together properly. Please call SIGHTMD NEW JERSEY SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622. We offer evening hours most nights of the week.

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AroUnD the JerSeY Shore Barnegat Bay Health Report Available Online

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY –Members of the Barnegat Bay Partnership (BBP) recently released their State of the Bay Report.

The BBP the National Estuary Program for the Barnegat Bay is one of 28 National Estuary Programs and comprises federal, state, county, municipal, academic, business, and community stakeholders working together to help restore, maintain, protect, and enhance the water quality and living resources of the Barnegat Bay and its contributing watershed.

The State of the Bay Report is issued every five years and is prepared by a technical work group of Barnegat Bay scientists who review data from recent and continuing research to assess the current environmental conditions of the bay and its watershed.

State of the Bay Report 2021 compares the bay’s current conditions with eight Ecosystem Targets identified in the 2021 Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan for the Barnegat Bay – Little Egg Harbor Estuary.

According to the BBP, specific environmental outcomes can be monitored to measure progress. The targets address public beach openings, hard clam restoration, approved shellfish harvesting areas, wetlands protection, water conservation and reuse, submerged aquatic vegetation extent, wetland and riparian buffer preservation, and ecological water flows.

In last year’s State of the Bay Report, the eight Ecosystem Targets are used to describe the overall physical, chemical, and biotic conditions of the bay. The report uses recent and ongoing research by academic, government, and private-sector scientists and engineers to determine the status and trends of each of the targets.

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The report provides a summary of the report’s findings. Issues can be explored in more detail by referring to the sections about each Ecosystem Target. Helpful figures, maps, and other graphics illustrate the text, and stunning photographs show the beauty of Barnegat Bay and its watershed.

BBP Director Dr. Stan Hales said, “the Barnegat Bay Partnership will continue to use the best science available to protect and restore this unique ecosystem that we all treasure. We hope you will join us in these endeavors and help us build on the successes of the past five years.”

For additional information, visit the BBP website to view and/or download the 2021 State of the Bay Report. You can e-mail bbp@ocean.edu to request a print copy.

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ISLAND HEIGHTS – A brand-new art exhibit will be on display at the Ocean County Artists Guild this June.

The show, which runs June 5 through June 28, will unveil two new solo shows as well as its monthly members showcase.

Gallery one features the work of Manalapan-based painter, Joyce Wasseman. “Brush Strokes” is a new exhibition from Joyce showcasing a diverse collection of acrylic on canvas paintings. In her first solo show, Joyce creates art that explores bold colors with many different themes inspired by the world around her. Joyce was raised on Staten Island but has lived in New Jersey for more than 30 years and spends much of the summer at the Jersey Shore. She also paints custom pet portraits, has participated in the Belmar Art Walk and displays her art regularly at the Freehold Art Gallery.

Gallery two showcases the work of iconographer, Suzanne Schleck. A retired public school art teacher, born and raised in Missouri, Suzanne has resided in New Jersey

with her husband, George and two children for over 50 years. Suzanne began studying icon painting using egg tempera and gold leaf with the Rev. John Walsted, from 1989 until his death in 2014. Suzanne’s work has been published in Episcopal Life and online with the Episcopal Church and the Visual Arts.

Her icons can also be seen locally at Christ Episcopal Church in Toms River, as well as in churches throughout the country. Suzanne has taught egg tempera icon workshops at Kanuga Conferences in Hendersonville, NC since 2005 and at St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Richmond, VA since 2011, as well as workshops at Trinity Church, Wall Street in NYC, St. John’s Episcopal Church in Washington, CT, the Gray Center in Canton, MS, and her own parish, Christ Church in Toms River.

Celebrate the talents of these fine artists June 5 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Guild’s opening reception, or throughout the month of June at OCAG, 22 Chestnut Avenue Island Heights.

For more information call 732-270-3111 or visit ocartistsguild.org.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Since the dawn of time, give or take a few thousand years, civilizations across all continents have been learning how to heal their people. We figured out that we could reduce, heal, alleviate, dare I use the word “cure” ailments with certain plants.

With time, the awareness of what specifically could be used to heal has evolved, as science allowed us to find active components within the leaf, stems, root or flowers. Perhaps some of this occurred by accident, or through trial and error.

Nowadays, when you’re not feeling well, you call your doctor in order to receive a prescription for relief. But I think you would agree, there are plenty of mild health concerns that can easily be remedied at home. Let’s take a look at 3 popular plants you can grow at home. These will give you plenty of health benefits!

1. Lavender. An antimicrobial best recognized by its beautiful violet-colored florets. This common herb makes for a fragrant and colorful addition to any home or garden. It’s great at reducing stress and insomnia, healing skin wounds and reducing pain/itching from bug bites.

Growing Tip. Lavender likes sunlight and a quick-draining soil. I have it growing in my backyard as a perennial. I suggest a pot with drainage holes at the base so any excess water can be flushed away.

When those pretty flowers start showing, handle them with care and shape your plant to keep it happy.

2. Rosemary. Not just a pretty name, this little plant is hardy and bushy, plus it’s a perennial. If you can’t grow it, buy some fresh herb in the produce section to include in recipes. Rosemary is a wonderful anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer compound plus it’s a strong antioxidant.

Studies show it improves circulation and immunity.

Growing Tip. I have this in my garden, it is frost tolerant. Do not over water it.

It needs at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. If you get it right, this plant will bring you joy (and healing) for up to 30 years!

3. Peppermint. Commonly used as an ingredient with food and drink, tea and in sweets, peppermint might surprise you with how many healing qualities it offers beyond your seasonal Peppermint Mocha Latte! Peppermint can be used dried, fresh, as an oil or as an essential oil. It can lift depression, soothe anxiety and in some cases help with GI issues such as nausea, diarrhea and flatulence.

Growing Tip. Very easy to grow and easy to propagate! This will overtake your garden really fast so be careful with it. Partial shade will be the ideal location.

Not only does tending to a garden (or a single pot if that’s all you desire), keep us more active, but it’s kind of like therapy.

What comes around, grows around! This peaceful hobby provides glorious health benefits as you can see from the 3 herbs I covered already! When you’re kind to your plants, they are terribly generous in return!

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In a moving scene, law enforcement officers accompanied family members in placing a rose at the statue in honor of their fallen loved ones.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, who delivered the keynote address, said he saw the occasion as an opportunity to express appreciation for the heroism exhibited by law enforcement officers daily and to offer gratitude to their families as well.

Billhimer reminded those gathered that President John F. Kennedy designated Police Week and Peace Officer Memorial Day because he understood police officers as unique and special individuals, worthy of acknowledgement by a grateful nation.

“As everyone here certainly knows, before any police officer begins their shift, they kiss their wives or their husbands and their children goodbye,” said Billhimer.

“Never knowing for certain if they will be fortunate enough to do so again at the end of their shift.

“The willingness to confront unknown danger is what makes police officers so extraordinary,” Billhimer continued. “They are selfless human beings who embrace a purpose far greater than themselves.”

The ceremony began and ended with pomp and circumstance befitting the memorial service. A motorcycle squad, as well as an Honor Guard, proceeded past dignitaries and guests to the special memorial area dedicated to the fallen officers.

The Point Pleasant Borough High School Panther Music Concert Band under the direction of M. Scott Visco provided the musical selections. Seaside Heights Police Officer Nicole Tamburro sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” in a heartfelt performance for the solemn occasion.

Three representatives of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners attended the remembrance service. Deputy Director Virginia “Ginny” Haines, as well as Commissioners Barbara “Bobbi” Jo Crea and Gary Quinn all expressed their appreciation for law enforcement officers. They presented a proclamation recognizing the day as Police Memorial Day and the month of May as Police Memorial Month, accepted by Stafford Township Police Chief Thomas Dellane.

“It is during Police Week that we demonstrate our appreciation for our unsung heroes who nobly wear the badge and put their lives at risk to protect us each and every day,” said Quinn. “We also join with the loved ones of 75 new special law enforcement officers as they were recognized during recent graduation ceremonies from the Ocean County Police Academy.”

“We all pray silently for the safety of these new officers as they enter our com-

munities as peace officers,” continued Quinn. “Moreover, today we take the time to remember the 18 officers whose names grace our memorial. All of them proudly wore the uniform badge of their respective police departments and served their communities with dedication and commitment.”

Quinn also thanked and recognized Billhimer and Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy, referring to them as true role models who lead the law enforcement community in Ocean County.

The Stafford Township Police Department’s Firing Unit Detail added to the momentous service as they gave off a 21gun salute in honor of their fellow officers.

Barnegat Township Police Chief Keith Germain read off the list of names honored at the ceremony as follows: New Jersey State Trooper First Class Joseph A. Smith, August 4, 1927; New Jersey State Trooper Leonard P. McCandless, June 28, 1931; New Jersey State Trooper John J. Ressler, May 1, 1932; Marshal Arnold Johnson, Point Pleasant Police Department. July 22, 1928; Police Officer Hartley Richter, Lakewood Police Department, April 8, 1946; New Jersey State Trooper Raymond P. Fiola, February 19, 1962; Chief Angelo J. Leonetti, Long Beach Township Police Department, March 6, 1962; Police Officer Robert T. Tobias, Manchester Township Police Department, May 17, 1975; Police Officer Richard J. Harper, Brick Township Police Department, May 4, 1978; Police Officer Larry A. Dunfee Jr., Stafford Township Police Department, April 27, 1981; Police Officer John J. Lesemann, Brick Township Police Department, August 30, 1999; Police Officer Robert Ventura, Jackson Township Police Department, March 18, 2001; Police Officer William Preslar, Lakewood Police Department, May 14, 2007; Police Officer Jason C. Marles, Ocean Gate Police Department, November 25, 2010; Police Officer Christopher A. Matlosz, Lakewood Police Department, January 14, 2011; Detective Tina E. Rambo, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, August 1, 2011; Detective 1 John Scott Stevens, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, January 21, 2015; and Cpl. Scott R. Thompson, Manchester Police Department, April 10, 2015.

Ocean County Police Academy’s current class also participated in the service, with recruits from the Ocean County Sheriff ’s office and the Point Pleasant Borough Police Department placing the memorial wreath in front of the statue.

“We are overwhelmed with honor and gratitude for these wonderful folks that have given the ultimate sacrifice,” said Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Chaplain/ Reverend James Occhipinti. “Bless the families that are here today…let them know important they are to you as honor the memory of their loved one.”

Correction In the May 14 story, “Event Helps Raise $45,000 For Ukrainians,” the population of Ukraine came from an unreliable source. The real figure is 44.1 million. We regret the error.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

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By: Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Christopher R. Shea of R.C. Shea & Associates In New Jersey, if you sustain an injury arising out of or in the course of your employment, you are entitled to certain benefits under the law. This is more specifically set forth in the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act. Primarily, should your injury require medical attention, the Workers’ Compensation carrier for your employer is to provide this to you. The insurance carrier pays for reasonable and necessary medical care until you reach a medical plateau. In turn, however, the insurance carrier does have the right to direct your medical care. In other words, the insurance carrier has the opportunity to choose the physicians with whom you treat, as well as the facilities where any treatment or therapy is administered.

In the event that your injury is such that you are medically unable to work for more than seven (7) days, the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act provides that the insurance company is to pay temporary disability benefits. This entitles you to seventy percent (70%) of your wages, up to the statutory maximum for the year in which you sustained the injury. These payments continue until the authorized physician permits you to return to work or until you reach a medical plateau, whichever is sooner.

Should permanent effects of your injury remain after achieving a medical plateau, you may be entitled to benefits to compensate for those permanent effects. This is based on a statutory value determined according to the part of your body which was injured and the permanent residuals of your treatment and injury. This process progresses after your physician has returned you to gainful employment. In the event that you are deemed medically unable to return to work, you may be entitled to total disability benefits.

The questions often arises, “What happens Christopher R. Shea Esq. if I am injured during the course of my duties as a volunteer for a municipality?” It has been determined that volunteer firefighters, first aid or rescue squad workers, ambulance drivers, forest fire wardens or firefighters, board of education members and auxiliary or special reserve police officers are provided for within the Workers’ Compensation Act in New Jersey.

Although, as a volunteer as listed above one would not have been compensated for the acts performed within the scope of that position, if injured while performing those duties, and medically unable to work, you would be entitled to compensation at the maximum rate for the year of that injury.

Furthermore, the injured volunteer is entitled to reasonable and necessary medical treatment as if an employee. In the event that the volunteer suffers permanent residuals from the injury in question, the volunteer would also have the right to seek payment for those residuals, the same as if a paid employee.

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AroUnD the JerSeY Shore Registration Open For Girl Scout Camp

FARMINGDALE – Summer camp gives children space to explore nature, time to connect with other kids and positive role models, and the opportunity to embrace outdoor adventures like swimming, climbing, and boating.

For more than 50 years, our camps at Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore have helped shape thousands of girls, giving them life skills and lasting memories of friendships that began around the campfi re and blossomed on hikes through the woods.

Every year campers at both Camp Sacajawea and Camp Amity Acres express how much fun they have at camp making friends and trying new activities. And parents remind us of the many ways that children thrive and grow in courage, confidence, and character at summer camp.

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore would like to share a few of the many benefits that children gain from joining a summer camp community: Connecting to Nature and Friends: At camp, kids unplug from cell phones and digital devices and connect to outdoor experiences and to one another. Exploring the outdoors gives children an appreciation for nature, stirs their imagination, ignites their creativity, and supports healthy development. Interacting with new friends teaches kids to cultivate relation-

ships, broaden their perspectives and build bridges of understanding.

Developing Confidence, Self- Esteem and Resilience: Children take on new challenges at camp every day, which helps boost their self-esteem and self-confidence. It’s a place for kids to practice making decisions for themselves and to try new things. Encouraging children to face challenges and take risks in a safe, supportive environment helps build resiliency.

Engaging with Positive Role Models: As a close-knit community away from home and school, summer camp introduces children to many different role models.

Camp counselors and counselors in training (CIT) are often young adults and high school students who children easily relate to. Kids look up to these motivating mentors, who model what it means to be a strong leader as they guide their camp groups through daily activities. For many campers, this is where their own leadership journey begins.

Camp Amity Acres in Waretown, and Camp Sacajawea in Farmingdale, are open to all girls, ages 3-15 and boys, ages 3-12 from Monday, June 20 through Friday August 19, for an unforgettable summer.

For more information about camp, visit gsfun.org.

Vendors Needed For Field Of Dreams Events 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:

• Pirate Day – June 11, 12 to 4 p.m.

• Touch A Truck – July 16, 12 to 4 p.m.

• Kid’s Music Festival – August 13, 12 to 5 p.m.

No tobacco or alcohol products allowed.

This includes CBD products. Interested vendors can text inquiries to: Jackie at 732504-5232. $50 per spot, all proceeds go back into TRFOD.

TRAC Gallery Show

TOMS RIVER – Looking for artists, age 60 and above to join this County show. Professional and non-professional artists are welcome. 11 categories of arts and crafts. 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Honorable Mentions ribbons will be awarded in each category. 1st place winners move on to the

State Exhibit.

Opening reception is June 4, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the TRAC Gallery. This show will hang through June 25. Rewards Ceremony will be held at the closing reception on June 25 from 3 to 7 p.m. For rules and forms visit TRAC732.com.

Pine Beach Ladies Group Game Night

PINE BEACH – Pine Beach Ladies Group Game Night was such a success, they’re doing it again! The next Game Night will be held on June 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Pine Beach Chapel Community Room, 401

Hillside Avenue.

Bring the whole family! They have lots of familiar games or bring one to share. Snacks?

Of course! RSVP to Pbladiesgroup@gmail. com or call Karen Jardel at 732-604-2744.

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PET SITTER My Home - Reasonable rates. MUST meet pet prior and pet MUST have current inoculations. Call 201-519-4659.

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Lenox China - Autumn pattern service for 8; dinner plate, salad plate, dessert plate, cup, saucer. 5 place setting. Retails $199.95 per setting.

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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.

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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.

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Items For Sale Help Wanted 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.

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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) “WANTED: RECORDS - CASH PAID FOR "OLD 45 RPM" RECORDS, SOUL, DOO WOP, R&B, ROCKABILLY. 909-938-4623. bobo78rpm@verizon.net.

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By Chris Lundy MONMOUTH COUNTY – A formerly local man who ran for office a few times admitted in court to threatening judges, elected officials, police officers and others with bombs.

Eric G. Hafner, 31, pleaded guilty to one count of making threatening communications in interstate or foreign commerce with intent to extort, one count of making threatening communications in interstate or foreign commerce, and one count of conveying false information concerning the use of an explosive device.

The federal government referred to him as a former Monmouth County resident.

In 2018 he was listed as living in Toms River, while in hiding and simultaneously running for Congress in Oregon. The NJ Globe said he lost a 2016 primary race in Hawaii as well. According to The Asbury Park Press, his mother, Carol Hafner, used the same Toms River address as him when she ran for a position in Alaska.

She then sought a seat in Wyoming. The Hafners were never successful in their campaigns.

Police said that between July of 2016 and May of 2018, while living outside of the U.S., he sent threats to elected officials, judges, police officers, attorneys, and their families. Many were in and around Monmouth County. For some of these victims, he sought to extort $350,000. He also sent false bomb threats to an elected official’s office, a county courthouse, a police department, two law fi rms, and a

commercial establishment.

T he cou nt of mak i ng th reateni ng communications in interstate or foreign commerce with intent to extort carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fi ne. The count of conveying false information concerning the use of an explosive device carries a maximum potential penalty of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fi ne. The count of making threatening communications in interstate or foreign commerce carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fi ne.

Hafner’s sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 21, 2022.

U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger credited special agents of the FBI, Newark Division, Red Bank Resident Agency, under the direction of Acting Special Agent in Charge Michael Messenger, with the investigation. He also thanked detectives of the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office; officers of the Monmouth County Sheriff ’s Office; New Jersey State Police; the Bradley Beach Police Department; Fairhaven Police Department; Aberdeen Police Department; the Hazlet Police Department; Shrewsbury Police Department; the Red Bank Police Department; the Freehold Township Police Department; the Middletown Police Department; the Neptune Township Police Department; the Oceanport Police Department; the Deal Police Department; and the Manasquan Police Department for their assistance.

Bayville Elks Flea Market BAYVILLE – The Bayville Elks will be hosting a Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: May 28, June 18, July 16 & August 27.

Vendors wanted. Antiques, crafts, old and new items. You can sell your stuff here. Rent

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is $20 per 9’x12’ spot for each date. Bring your own table.

Outside event is rain or shine, located at 247 Route 9, Bayville. For more information, call Bayville Elks Lodge at 732-2692954 or Dan Regina at 732-678-3664.

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AroUnD the JerSeY Shore Girl Scouts Announce Almost 1 Million Cookies Sold Locally

FARMINGDALE – Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, providing girls a safe space with strong sisterhood and adult membership, closed out a successful 2022 Cookie Season, despite facing challenges due to the nationwide supply chain issues that affected their baker.

Over 7,400 girl-led cookie businesses thrived with online and in-person booths and navigated the challenges of nationwide supply chain issues.

This year, Girl Scouts in Monmouth and Ocean counties sold cookies in person and on-line to sell almost 1 million boxes of cookies!

For over 100 years, the Cookie Program continues to be the largest entrepreneurial skill development program in the world. Every Girl Scout Cookie purchase fuels local Girl Scout adventures throughout the year.

When faced with the issue of delayed cookie deliveries for in-person cookie sales, girl entrepreneurs showed their resilience and focused on marketing their online business, helping thousands of girls reach their goals to raise funds for community programs and outdoor

adventures. 100% of the net profits from Girl Scout cookie sales stays in local communities.

“Our girl entrepreneurs and volunteers have overcome many new challenges over the past few years, and this year was no exception,” said C.Y. Wong, Director of Product Programs. “We are so grateful to our volunteers, communities, and bakers who all stepped up in a big way to help our girl entrepreneurs turn this challenge into an opportunity.”

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore will donate excess cookie inventory to food pantries in Monmouth and Ocean County. The donation program allows Girl Scout customers to buy cookies and then donate them to important local causes including food pantries, programs that serve people who are homeless and to senior centers.

“This donation will put a smile on the faces of so many,” said Girl Scout of the Jersey Shore Interim CEO, Heather Coburn.

To support cookie donations contact Carla Scarabino, VP External Affairs at cscarabino@fsun.org.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Summer Entertainment Update

ATLANTIC CITY – The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City has announced an updated list of their summer line up of entertainment with new headliner shows.

2022 Headliner Entertainment Lineup:

May 28, May 29 – Dave Chappelle at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena June 3, June 4 – Joe Rogan – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena June 11 – Neha Kakkar - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena June 17, June 18 – John Mulaney - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena June 24 – Lionel Richie – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena June 25 – Andrea Bocelli –Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena July 1 – The Chainsmokers – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena July 3 – New Kids on the Block Mix Tape Tour 2022 - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena July 8 – Kevin Hart - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena July 9 – Kevin Hart - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena July 14 – The Sounds of Philadelphia – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena July 23 – Sam Hunt - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena July 29 – Chris Isaak- Sound Waves July 30 – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

July 30 – Five for Fighting- Sound Waves July 31 – Toby Keith – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena August 6 – Alicia Keys - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena August 19 – Rod Stewart - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena August 27 – Tom Segura- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena September 3, September 4 – Ber t Kreischer – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena September 9 – Zucchero – Sound Waves September 16 – Get the Led Out – Sound Waves September 17 – CAP Jazz Fest – Sound Waves September 24 –Ringo Starr & The All Starr Band – Hard Rock Live Etess Arena October 1 – Ben Platt - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena October 7 – Hall & Oates – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena October 8- Wanda Sykes- Sound Waves October 14 – Wisin y Yandel – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena October 14, October 15 – Vic DiBitetto – Sound Waves October 15 – Freestyle Free For All – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena November 11 – Foreigner – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino at Etess Arena December 9 – Greta Van Fleet - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC: Treating Everything Below The Knee

By Michael Vandenberg Dr. Scott Amoss, DPM, CWS is a lot more than a “foot doctor,” as people often mistake podiatrists for. In reality, “we provide comprehensive lower extremity care,” he said. So yes, if your foot hurts, Dr. Amoss will be happy to help.

However, that barely scratches the surface of all the conditions he sees and the treatments he provides.

Dr. Amoss (pronounced like “famous Amoss”) grew up in nearby Ocean Township and has been connected to the Jersey Shore community and greater New Jersey area his entire life. Originally, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Rutgers and spent a few years in the chemical industry. However, that feeling of wanting to make a difference in people’s lives that drives all physicians caught hold of Dr. Amoss. He liked podiatry in particular because of its ability to help people really quickly.

“You can immediately have a positive impact on someone’s life. They come in pain, and can leave virtually pain free.” Scott Amoss became Doctor Scott Amoss when he graduated fourth in his class with numerous honors from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2000. He then completed a two year residency focusing on orthopedic, vascular, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, in addition to training in internal and emergency medicine, dermatology, and radiology.

After that, Dr. Amoss knew it was time to go out on his own, so he opened Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists in Whiting.

17 years later, the practice is going strong and recently opened a new location in Toms River to be closer to Community Medical Center, where he’s a surgeon on staff. Critically, this new foothold also allows him, as a specialist in diabetic foot care, to help the growing diabetic community in the area.

While expanding served a logistically necessary purpose, Advanced Foot & Ankle has never lost its personal touch.

You’ll never just be passed off to whichever doctor is on the clock that day, because Dr. Amoss is proud to be a solo practitioner. “The patients see me and only me,” he said.

“It’s good continuity of care.”

His tight-knit support staff of seven ensures that you get the streamlined care you deserve.

That’s crucial in the field of Podiatry because, after all, things can get serious when it comes to Diabetes and foot complications. Luckily, Dr. Amoss is an Amputation Prevention Specialist as well as a Certified Wound Specialist.

Less serious conditions like hammertoes, ingrown nails, bunions, and athlete’s foot can be treated in the office, often during your initial visit! “We’re very conservative,” Dr. Amoss assures future patients. “I’m surgically trained but I only like to perform surgery when all other conservative means

One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute)

have been exhausted. It’s going to be painless.” He makes that possible by developing treatment plans for each specific patient.

Rest assured, Advanced Foot & Ankle is fully equipped to do so as soon as you come in. Both offices have digital X-rays so they can almost instantly see what’s going on and review it with the patient.

They also have a diagnostic ultrasound to diagnose soft tissue conditions, as well as a laser for treatment of pain and neuropathy, a painful nerve condition caused by diabetes and other issues.

They even offer MicroVas therapy, which gives much needed relief to patients with high levels of diabetic neuropathy, as well as vascular or PAD testing.

In addition to the most cutting edge podiatric technology, Advanced Foot & Ankle has professional-grade consumer products you need for immediate relief. They offer a great selection of diabetic shoes, for example, One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, as well as custom - made 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping orthotics which provide arch Center) support and help correct the

imbalance in patients’ feet.

Advanced Foot & Ankle accepts most insurance plans.

(Medicare covers one pair of diabetic shoes per year!)

By having strategically-located offices, an experienced and focused staff, and tons of treatment methods and equipment at his disposal, Dr. Amoss is able to easily achieve his goal of getting you fast comfort and relief. When it comes to diseases like melanoma, for example, speed is absolutely critical. The most deadly form of skin cancer, melanoma has an especially poor prognosis on the foot because it often goes unnoticed for a long time.

Dr. Amoss diagnosed several of these cases last year, which probably saved those patients’ lives.

But sometimes conditions aren’t as complicated as much as some of the larger podiatrist offices try to let on. Dr. Amoss remembers one recent patient who came in after being with one such practice. “These eight doctors had exhausted all treatment options for this individual in pain,” he said. After years of getting the runaround, they told him there was noth-

ing they could do. The patient came limping into Advanced Foot & Ankle with what Dr. Amoss diagnosed in a matter of minutes as a simple corn on the tip of his toe. “We gave him a customized foot pad which helped him tremendously, and by the next day he came in to thank us and tell us how much better he was doing,” Dr. Amoss said. “He couldn’t believe he waited and wasted several years with this other group of doctors.”

At Advanced Foot & Ankle, you’ll get fast and customized treatment from a doctor you can trust. Give them a call today at 732-350-0100 and their very accommodating staff will be able to make an appointment for you with Dr. Amoss right away. And as the “urgent care of the lower extremity,” emergency app oint ment s are also available. Advanced Foot & Ankle is located at 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping Center) and 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute). Or check out their website AdvFootandAnkle. com for more information.

The Berkeley Times, May 28, 2022, Page 27

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of MAY 28 - june 3

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Bounce back and try a different approach. You may have a packed schedule but by mid-week your hard work should pay off. An upswing in your popularity may offer the encouragement and incentive to keep going strong.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): As much as you might want to delegate it all to someone else, it’s likely that the only way it will all get done is if you do it yourself. It may not be possible to rest on your laurels in the week ahead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Turn toward the sun like a sunflower. In the upcoming week, there may be times when your thoughts dwell on unpleasant subjects and all the negatives, but you can grow and gain strength if you focus on the positives.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You might find it difficult to reach your goals immediately. If you want to ditch old habits for better new ones, remember how long you’ve been doing the old habits and be realistic about time needed to really solidify a change.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Dealing with difficult personalities may give you the experience you need to achieve your ambitions.

You may be more cautious than usual about spending in the week ahead but more focused on your job and making money.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Dancing the tango is more fun with two. There is no reason to make your way alone when an affectionate partner is willing to come along and lend a hand. Rely on helpful and optimistic companions in the upcoming week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): One person can’t do everything. Control the things that are essential but remain willing to delegate lesser matters that are not crucial. A partner or loved one may be happy to take care of details in the week ahead.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Wish upon a star and use your personal right timing. Some of your dreams are within reach in the week ahead if you pay attention to opportunities to express your creativity. Loved ones could assist you in achieving an objective.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Family members should faithfully follow your lead.

When other people make tough demands, loved ones can support you. Avoid being caught up in someone’s agenda that might not be what it appears in the coming week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Call the shots when your drive for success is activated. You are mentally incisive and adept at communications. Apply self-discipline and organizational skills to reach your financial goals in the week ahead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The darker the night, the more you appreciate the moon and stars. If your ambitions are sparked, then it is time to apply your skill sets and get to work.

Build strength by handling your obligations in the week ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make teamwork a priority as this week unfolds. Use your abilities to put a positive spin on every challenge to persuade others to cooperate in work-intensive activities. Place emphasis on uplifting those who are down..

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