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–Photo courtesy of Toms River Intermediate East The Toms River Intermediate East baseball team was unbeaten. In the bottom row from left to right are Jason Verderrosa, Carson Frazier, Joe DiMeo, Dom Ostroman and Dominic Roma. In the top row from left to right are assistant coach Joe Arminio, D.J. Shouldice, Cooper Maley, Ian St. Luce, Lucas Melton, Luke Brush, James Whalen, Cole Garrison and head coach Mike Oizerowitz. Not pictured: Jayden Garofalo. By Chris Christopher TOMS RIVER - The Toms River Intermediate East baseball team enjoyed a season to remember. The Rockets were 12-0

overall and won the Ocean County Intermediate Athletic League Red Division title at 8-0. They captured the Red Division championship last season at 7-1 en route

to a 10-2 record. This year’s team members were center fielder Carson Frazier, (6th grade); shortstop-pitcher Joe DiMeo (7th), left fielder Cole Garrison

(7th), second baseman Dom Ostroman (7th), fi rst baseman Dominic Roma (7th), right fielder-center fielder Jason (Rockets - See Page 4)

This Month In History: Celebrating July 4

By J. Mark Mutter TOMS RIVER This year marks the 246th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Hard to believe - especially for those of us who remember the bicentennial in 1976 - but in four short years we will be celebrating 250 years of independence!

Yes - there will be parades, picnics, and fireworks. Let’s remember, too, how our country and county have celebrated past celebrations of independence, and what it’s really all about. 1776: Just Another Day For us here in current day Ocean County,

history does not tell us how local residents reacted to the news of independence. In 1776, we were still part of Monmouth County and the closest newspaper was published in New York - The Gazette. There were just two established towns then - Dover (now Toms River) and Staf-

ford - and Dover’s early records were lost to history in 1782 when the British attacked and burned the town’s village in the waning days of the Revolutionary War. But history does tell us that our area of colonial New Jersey had long supported independence as the fight at the Toms Riv-

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er blockhouse, the affair at Cedar Bridge Tavern in Barnegat, and the many naval engagements off the Jersey coast amply demonstrate. How Americans in other places responded to the news of independence gives us a glimpse of how we, here, may have reacted. No one in

June 25, 2022

Curfew Enacted For Barrier Island

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A curfew on the barrier island is just one more tool officials are using to crack down on a party atmosphere at the Jersey Shore. The curfew went into effect on June 13, and will last until September 30. Anyone 17 or younger who is outdoors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian from 11 p.m. through 5 a.m. in North Beach and Ortley Beach. There are exceptions to this rule, which include medical emergencies, jobs, private gatherings, and religious or educational functions. The minors can be out alone if they are running an errand for a parent or guardian. If caught violating the curfew, the child could be charged with a disorderly person’s offense, and would be subject to penalties imposed by the municipal court. This is in response to complaints by residents of “unruly behavior by juveniles” (Curfew - See Page 5)

Surf & Stream Residents Face Mass Eviction

America celebrated on July 4, 1776 as it was just another day as people went about their everyday business - oblivious to the fact that 55 delegates were meeting in a hall debating and voting on independence. (The actual vote for indepen-

By Stephanie A. Faughnan MANCHESTER - Surf and Stream residents who claim they live at the campgrounds year-round have been served with mass eviction notices. Marie Cicalo, a resident and former manager of the campgrounds, said she received notification of the eviction proceedings last week. Her court matter is listed for June 30. “The papers list the reason for eviction as non-payment of rent,” said Cicalo. “The owner was not taking money from us when

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Continued From Page 1 Verderrosa (7th), catcher Luke Brush (8th), first baseman-pitcher Jayden Garofalo (8th), right fielder Cooper Maley (8th), first baseman-pitcher Lucas Melton (8th), second baseman D.J. Shouldice (8th), third baseman-pitcher Ian St. Luce (8th) and third baseman-pitcher James Whalen (8th). The Rockets’ batting order consisted of DiMeo, Shouldice, Brush, Melton, Whalen, St. Luce, Frazier, Verderrosa and Garrison. “Our team was built around a very strong hitting lineup,” said head coach Michael Oizerowitz, who has coached the Rockets since 2008. “They hit well and ran the bases well all year round. We were a very sound and smart defensive team led by Brush, DiMeo and Frazier. We had three very strong starting pitchers in Whalen, St. Luce and Melton, who did well all season. We had a powerful hitting lineup from one through nine. The boys were aggressive when they ran the bases. I am not sure we have had faster players than DiMeo and Garrison. We also took tremendous pride in our defense.” DiMeo and Brush played on last season’s team. “They were our top hitters this year,” Oizerowitz said. “They both hit for power to all fields and are not bothered going deep in counts or having two strikes on them. They play together on a travel team and are real students of the game along with our other players.” Oizerowitz noted that Frazier, DiMeo,

Garrison, Roma and Verderrosa were members of the Toms River East Little League team which competed in the World Series last summer. Frazier, whose uncle, Todd Frazier, was a two-time major league baseball All-Star, was named to the all-tournament team in the USA Baseball Team National Identification Series and was chosen to try out for the USA Baseball NorthEast National Team. Brush, Maley, Whalen and Melton will attend Toms River High School East. Shouldice, St. Luce and Garofalo are bound for Toms River North. The Rockets faced strong opponents. “We usually faced top pitching,” Oizerowitz said. “This year’s title was special because we had very high expectations. The boys accomplished every goal. The boys seemed to enjoy the unbeaten streak. It was a goal for them and we are proud of them for meeting it. We played every team from the Blue Division as well other than Lacey Township.” Oizerowitz said assistant coach Joe Arminio played a large role in the Rockets’ success. “He has been with me for a long time,” Oizerowitz said. “He does an all-around great job with the boys. He would always talk about taking everyone’s best punch and how our lineup never had a bottom. They proved that time and time again, especially in tight games against McAuliffe (the Christa McAuliffe Middle School in Jackson Township) and South (Toms River Intermediate South). Our boys would always get pumped when coach Arminio

told them every game is like a playoff game. They always had a playoff mentality, which coach Arminio always stressed.” Oizerowitz said the team was closely knit. “The boys loved just being out on the field together,” he said. “They really enjoy the sport of baseball and would play at any place you told them there was a game that day. In fact, we played every game at either a neutral or road venue. We were road warriors! “The team was a pleasure to coach because it worked extremely hard at the game. They loved to practice and perform when it was game time. They were always great teammates, showing awesome leadership and sportsmanship. They leave a legacy of hard work showing results. Hard work plus talent is a tough combination.” Oizerowitz said the Rockets are all-around athletes. “Pretty much all of our players compete in multiple sports, football and basketball mostly,” he said. “Coach Arminio and myself coach three sports during the year and we want our athletes playing multiple sports. I played three sports growing up and I know times are changing, but I think the boys should still be multiple sport athletes. I stress that with my 10-year-old son, Jake, who plays three sports competitively.” Oizerowitz has coached the Rockets’ wrestling team since 2011. This year’s team was unbeaten and won its division. He coached the team with his brother, Dave Oizerowitz, for the first time. The team featured Tri County champions Santino Edgar, Rick DeLorenzo, Mikey Napolitano and Brock Oizerowitz.

“I enjoy being around the kids,” Mike Oizerowitz said. “I enjoy working with them, training and teaching them and helping them grow as student-athletes. There are so many life lessons that sports teach them. I have coached sports since I was 19 and still like doing it. Because of its work ethic and talent, this was a very fun group to coach.” Mike Oizerowitz thanked East’s three principals, led by Bryan Madigan; Ted Gillen, athletics director of the Toms River Regional School District, district superintendent Mike Citta and the team’s parents for their help. “I would like to thank our administration for its support,” he said. “I have a great coaching partner in coach Arminio and the support from our parents was awesome as usual.” Mike Oizerowitz is a 1995 graduate of Toms River High School South where he was a three-year varsity starter and letterman in football and baseball. He was an All-Shore selection in both sports and a captain on the Indians’ 1994 baseball team which was ranked first in New Jersey. He has been a seventh-grade social studies teacher at Intermediate East since 2006. He taught and coached football at Lacey Township High School from 2003-2005 and coached football at Lakewood from 1997-2002. He has coached football at Toms River North since 2006. He has coached the wide receivers and the offense under his brother, Dave, since he became the Mariners’ head coach in 2013. The Mariners have won three Shore Conference division titles, qualified for three state finals and won the Group V state title in 2015.

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Continued From Page 1 during the Memorial Day weekend, officials said. The curfew had been in effect during the last two summers as well. The start time is different this time around, and it includes more locations. “The curfews worked well in 2020 and 2021,” said Mayor Maurice B. “Mo” Hill. “We had few if any disturbances during those seasons and we do not want a repeat of what happened during the Memorial Day weekend this year. With the threat of ‘pop-up’ parties being promoted on social media, we need to give our police officers the authority to maintain the peace in our family friendly beach communities.” The curfew is enacted under the authority of Governor Phil Murphy’s Executive Order No. 103 issued on March 9, 2020. “The goal and focus of this curfew is not to target children enjoying their time at the shore, but rather to address the destructive behavior we have experienced on both public and private property with large groups of juveniles. It is our responsibility to preserve the quality of life in our beach communities for everyone,” said Police Chief Mitch Little. Pop-Up Parties Pop-up parties are a relatively recent phenomenon. They are advertised on social media. People usually pay to get in, and there is sometimes professional entertain-

The Toms River Times, June 25, 2022, Page 5 ment, like a DJ. The local authorities aren’t made aware of the event unless a resident finds out about it beforehand. Sometimes, these take place in public areas like boardwalks or parks. More often, they are in rental homes. In these cases, entire residential neighborhoods become drowned in traffic. Partygoers spill out of the home and wander drunk or high to other properties. Several state lawmakers are looking for solutions. “The Jersey Shore has always been a welcoming place for visitors, but many small towns are not equipped to handle thousands of teenagers who suddenly pour off trains and flood their streets, boardwalks, and commercial districts for pop-up parties organized on social media,” said Senator Robert Singer (R-30 th). “We saw what happened in Long Branch a few weeks ago when 5,000 teens and young adults suddenly showed up in Pier Village. People were jumping on cars, fighting, and openly smoking pot and drinking in public. The local police had an extremely difficult time trying to restore order. Most shore towns looked at what happened in Long Branch and are hoping they’re not next, but hope isn’t a plan.” Singer called for Governor Murphy and the Attorney General’s office to create a task force to prevent similar occurrences in the future. The task force he proposed would include participation from the New Jersey State Police, NJ Transit, the Monmouth and Ocean County prosecutors’ offices, sheriffs’

offices, and police chiefs’ associations. “There needs to be better coordination among state and local officials to respond to pop-up parties along with some sort of funding mechanism to help pay for the unexpected cost of calling in extra police to respond,” said Singer. “There also needs to be a real discussion about fi xing our laws which prevent police from taking enforcement action for violations committed by minors. Kids know they can’t be touched and they’re taking advantage of it.” Some of these private homes are owned by businesses or landlords who live far away. It is sometimes difficult to fi nd out who is responsible. A bill sponsored by Senator Sam Thompson (R-12 th) would make it easier for municipalities to pursue rental property owners for building code violations. “So many rental units in our neighborhoods are being purchased by shell corporations that exist only on paper. When there are violations or other problems, municipal officials don’t know where to turn to get the issues resolved,” he said. Specifically, the bill would require LLCs to disclose the names of the company’s registered agent when recording deeds for homes with as many as four dwelling units. “This would lift the veil of anonymity from limited liability companies that own residential property,” Thompson said. “When these corporations fi le a property deed with the local government, they would now have to identify the name of

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Continued From Page 1 dence was held two days earlier.) The document was rushed to a printer on the evening of July 4 with one signature on it - John Hancock’s. Now, the world would know those immortal truths. News reached New York on July 6 and spontaneous celebrations broke out. The war - which had begun at Lexington and Concord in 1775 - had entered an entirely new stage. George Washington’s soldiers were no longer fighting for their liberties as Englishmen. Now, they were fighting for an independent America. Washington seized the moment. On July 9 he ordered his brigades into the city commons in lower Manhattan to hear the declaration read aloud. Then, a psalm was read followed by three huzzas. After Washington departed and returned to his headquarters, the two-ton statue of King George III which had presided over the city since 1770 was toppled from its pedestal and the figure was decapacitated. Later, the headless rider and horse were carted off to a foundry where the lead was molded into thousands of bullets to be used by the American army. (Two centuries later, musket balls found at the Monmouth battlefield in Freehold matched the chemical signature of the statue; the severed head was recovered by the British and returned home to illustrate an “ungrateful” people.) Celebrations were held throughout the newly independent 13 states. In Dover, Delaware, the King’s portrait was tossed into a bonfire. On Long Island, an effigy of the King was packed with gunpowder, mounted on gallows, and blown up. In New Hampshire, merchants refused to accept coins with the King’s likeness. In Savannah, Georgia, a sham burial of the King was held. One wonders how residents here might have celebrated in 1776. 1876: The Centennial We do know how local residents celebrated one hundred years later. The New Jersey Courier - Ocean County’s then weekly newspaper - reported that in Toms River “the eve of the third arrived” with the sounds of “popping from some boy who had invested 10 cents in crackers.” The popping went on to midnight until the bell of the village’s Methodist Church rang out and “the whole world and Toms River knew that the centennial was born.” Then, “pianos were opened and the Star-Spangled Banner and Hail Columbia poured forth.” The “morning dawned brightly and many residents left for Bricksburg (today, Lakewood) or Tuckerton. The children met in a grove between the villages between the Goodluck and Forked River Sunday schools where the children were given flags, sashes, and banners. A procession was held. Little George Washington, and his wife, Martha, were objects of curiosity,” said The Courier. Back in the county seat, the Toms River Yacht Club - which had been formed just five years earlier - held a “Centennial Regatta.” 40 sailing ships participated. In New York, veterans of the War of 1812 raised the flag at the Battery. In Philadelphia, Richard Henry Lee, grandson of one of the signers of the declaration, read from the “original document.” The Courier, in an editorial, asked “Will there be a second Centennial for our nation? We hope

The Toms River Times, June 25, 2022, Page 7 so; yea, we believe so.” 1926: The Anniversary That Was Almost Forgotten In 1926, the 150th anniversary was almost forgotten. When local pastors found out that no Toms River event was planned, they held a service at the Presbyterian Church. There was singing, Bible readings, and patriotic addresses. In Beachwood, there were fireworks at the beach, dancing at the Yacht Club, and a parade led by the VFW. A flag raising was held at Cedar Grove, near Waretown, on a 75-foot pole erected in memory of the “Ocean County men who gave their lives in the late war.” (World War One) The page one headline of The Courier after the celebrations read: “July 4 Brought Greatest Travel Ever Seen Here.” The Courier reported that there were more cars on the roads in this part of New Jersey than ever before. “Auto traffic surpassed anything the Shore had ever seen,” according to the newspaper. 1976: The Bicentennial Was Big Unlike 1926, 50 years later, in 1976, the celebration was big. It was the bicentennial! The July 4, 1976 edition of the Sunday Observer said “Ocean County Will Join Big Bicentennial Bash.” In Dover Township events were held throughout the day. At 2 p.m., the bell was rung at the Presbyterian Church by L. Manuel Hirshblond, the Township’s Clerk-Administrator. “Manny,” to his friends, had recently starred in the locally produced film “The Blockhouse Fight” portraying Captain Joshua Huddy (History - See Page 9)

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Bipartisan Agreement Would Stem Gun Violence WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Roy Blunt (R-Mo.), Cory Booker (D- N.J.), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Chris Coons (D-Del.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Angus King (I-Maine), Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), Mitt Romney (R-Utah), Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), and Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) issued the following statement: “Today, we are announcing a commonsense, bipartisan proposal to protect America’s children, keep our schools safe, and reduce the threat of violence across our country. Families are scared, and it is our duty to come together and get some-

thing done that will help restore their sense of safety and security in their communities. Our plan increases needed mental health resources, improves school safety and support for students, and helps ensure dangerous criminals and those who are adjudicated as mentally ill can’t purchase weapons. Most importantly, our plan saves lives while also protecting the constitutional rights of law-abiding Americans. We look forward to earning broad, bipartisan support and passing our commonsense proposal into law.” The proposal provides resources to states and tribes to create and administer laws that help ensure deadly weapons are kept out of the hands of individuals whom a court has determined to be a significant danger to themselves or others, consistent with state and federal due process and constitutional protections.

There would be a national expansion of community behavioral health center model; major investments to increase access to mental health and suicide prevention programs; and other support services available in the community, including crisis and trauma intervention and recovery. Convicted domestic violence abusers and individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders are included in NICS, including those who have or have had a continuing relationship of a romantic or intimate nature. The agreement invests in programs to expand mental health and supportive services in schools, including: early identification and intervention programs and school based mental health and wrap-around services. Additional funding would go to programs to help institute safety measures in and around pri-

mary and secondary schools, support school violence prevention efforts and provide training to school personnel and students. Telehealth would be used to increase access to mental and behavioral health services for youth and families in crisis. It would also clarify the definition of a federally licensed firearms dealer. Criminals who illegally evade licensing requirements would see stiffer penalties. There would also be a crackdown on people who illegally straw purchase and traffic guns. For buyers under 21 years of age, an investigative period would be instituted to review juvenile and mental health records, including checks with state databases and local law enforcement.

Murphy Announces $2 Billion In Tax Relief

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homeowners. For a middle-class family receiving the $1,500 in direct relief, the average bill will effectively become $7,800, a property tax level New Jersey has not seen since 2012. “Helping people keep up with their bills and giving them more breathing room has never been more important than it is right now,” said Assemblyman Freiman. “Two billion dollars in direct property tax relief to New Jersey residents is monumental. Taxpayers will see the impact of this kind of investment on their property tax bill and in their wallets.” “We are proud to stand with the Governor and Speaker Coughlin today for the announcement of the ANCHOR Program,” said Assemblywoman Sadaf Jaffer. “We are all committed to ensuring that New Jersey is an affordable state to live and work in. Direct and tangible property tax relief is one important way we can make that goal a reality.” “I want to give credit where it is due, and to thank Governor Murphy, Senate President Scutari and Speaker Coughlin for coming together to recognize that many New Jersey residents are still struggling to make ends meet in the aftermath of the worst days of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Senator Andrew Zwicker. “The ANCHOR program promises timely relief to millions of homeowners and renters, putting money back into their pockets, and helping to keep our state affordable, and our economy strong and competitive in both the short- and long-term.” The ANCHOR program expands on and replaces the Homestead Rebate Program, which serves 470,000 homeowners annually and provides an average benefit of $628. Renters are not eligible for the current Homestead program, but ANCHOR recognizes that rents are often raised to offset rising property taxes. ANCHOR will make over four times more New Jerseyans eligible to receive a property tax rebate when compared with Homestead.

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Continued From Page 1 who was hung after defending Toms River from the British. At 4 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church held a sacred music concert. At 8 p.m., the Dover Municipal Band held a concert at the Municipal Band Shell on Water Street. In Lakewood, at the Strand Theatre, an indoor circus was held on July 2 and 3. The Pine Beach Yacht Club held a celebration of swimming, music, and prizes on July 5. In Philadelphia, President Gerald Ford visited Independence Hall and in New York he watched the tall ships sail in the harbor. The Meaning Of The Celebrations The Declaration of Independence and our freedoms as Americans are remembered in big, public events as these many celebrations tell us. But the idea behind it all was written in a small, quiet parlor in a two-room quarters in a colonial city occupied by a temporary visitor - Thomas Jefferson. He had no library; he had no books. Jefferson needed none. As he later explained, he only wanted to say what everyone already knew. The sole purpose of the document was not to find

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Continued From Page 1 we tried to pay it.” The Law Offices of Christopher Dasti filed the eviction papers on behalf of Barry Bielat with the company Riverside of Manchester, LLC, which owns Surf and Stream. “They’re not being evicted just for non-payment of rent,” Dasti submitted. “Everyone was served notices to get out and that there were violations on the campgrounds. They are also aware that because the county is buying the property, they have to leave.”

The Toms River Times, June 25, 2022, Page 9 new principles, but to place, before mankind the “common sense” on the subject. It was to be an expression of the American spirit. The war had started the year before, so it would not be a declaration of war. Instead, it would be about democracy and about a government based on the consent of the governed. It was a truly revolutionary idea. “All honor to Jefferson,” wrote Abraham Lincoln on the eve of the Civil War. All honor, said Lincoln, to a man who stated an absolute truth for all men and all times - that all men are created equal. Happy July Fourth. SOURCES: The New Jersey Courier; the Ocean County Daily Observer and Sunday Observer; 1776 by David McCullough, Simon & Schuster, 2005; The British Are Coming by Rick Atkinson, Henry Holt & Co., 2019; Revolution Song by Russell Shorto, W.W. Norton & Co., 2018 J. Mark Mutter is the retired Toms River Clerk. He was chairman of the Township’s 225-year anniversary committee in 1992 and its 250-year anniversary committee in 2017, and its Constitution bicentennial committee in 1987. He served on the Dover Township Committee and was Mayor in 1993 and 2000. He is writing a book on the history of Toms River.

One woman said she paid fees twice a year and was current until June 1. She questioned how the owners came up with the numbers cited in their legal papers and said others found the amount claimed to be inflated. Ocean County Tax Records document Riverside at Manchester’s purchase of the Surf and Stream property for $2.15 million in 2005. Earlier this year, Ocean County Commissioners announced that Ocean County and the Township of Manchester planned to purchase the campgrounds for $7.4 million. One of the conditions of the sale requires that the (Surf - See Page 10)

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land be delivered free of any and all structures. County officials were surprised when Surf and Stream inhabitants showed up en masse to explain they needed time to relocate from their full-time residences. Ocean County Deputy Commissioner Virginia “Ginny” Haines said the seller led them to believe the campground lots were seasonal rentals. Bielat, the spokesperson for Riverside of Manchester, LLC, continues to deny that anyone lives on the campgrounds on a permanent basis. A sign placed on the campground store served as the first notice to many of the residents that the campgrounds would shut down on May 23. “None of us woke up and aspired to live at Surf and Stream campgrounds,” said Annette Diaz, who has lived at the site for four years. “We did and do what we have to do to keep ourselves safe and a roof over our heads.” Campers continue to scramble to find alternative places to live or hook up their recreational vehicles. Many fear they will wind up homeless as they are on tight budgets and cannot afford rent or initial costs associated with new leases. Most said the housing market has also limited their options. The law offices of Starkey, Kelly, Kenneally, Cunningham & Turnbach have attempted to negotiate relocation expenses from the current owner. “I’ve had a number of conversations with John Paul Doyle, attorney for the campground owners,” said attorney Kevin Starkey. “Our firm has been representing the campground residents to get them some relocation expenses so they can move out in an orderly fashion and find a suitable place to live.” “I thought Mr. Doyle and I had some productive discussions on that front,” Starkey continued. “Approximately two or three weeks ago, Mr. Doyle called to apologize, saying the owner of the campgrounds had decided his best course of action was to seek mass eviction and not to provide any assistance to the residents.” New Jersey law provides for relocation assistance to people displaced as the result of properties purchased by public agencies. Starkey said his firm plans to file litigation on behalf of the full-time campground residents. The legal action will be filed on an emergent basis and will seek a stay on the eviction proceedings. This means the seller’s intent to dislodge the campers would be put on hold. According to Dasti, the campground owners planned to close the deal with the two government entities in August. It is unknown how any prospective delay could impact the sale of the property. Cicalo, Diaz, and a third full-time resident, Edward Babson, have spearheaded efforts to effectuate a suitable resolution on behalf of the displaced residents. They personally walked the campgrounds to document the number of full-time residents. “We visited 102 campers and found 160 residents have lived at Surf and Stream year-round for varying years,” said Diaz. “Some have been here as long as thirty years.” After a nasty divorce left her in financial straits, Diaz opted to buy a Parker model

home on the campgrounds. She expected to resell it when she moved as it cannot be relocated. The sale of the property puts Diaz at an unexpected monetary loss for which she feels she is due compensation. Yet, not only her personal interests led Diaz to become vocal about what she sees as inequitable and unfair. “Everybody who lives on the campground is a victim of circumstance,” Diaz shared. “We have some suffering from mental health issues, veterans who have PTSD, battered women suffering from PTSD, trying to stay alive.” “There are ex-convicts trying to reinvent themselves, and become a successful member of society,” continued Diaz. “We also have displaced housewives trying to make a new life, disabled and the elderly on fixed incomes, as well as those suffering from drug addiction.” Cicalo and Babson attended an Ocean County Commissioners meeting earlier this month to advise authorities of deteriorating conditions at Surf and Stream. Within days of that meeting, the Ocean County Health Department conducted an inspection of the premises. A report of that visit has not yet been made available. One problem appears to be the shut-off of hot water in the public bathrooms a month ago, which has created a dilemma for at least a few of the full-time residents. “There is a woman who lives in a tent yearround through snow, ice, and rain,” Diaz said. “She has not been treated humanely. She is left with a site that has no running water, as they (the owners) are refusing to turn on the summer water. They have shut off the hot water at the showers, so she has not showered in a month. She is sitting here in anguish daily.” Meanwhile, the campers have questioned the legitimacy of the first call to vacate as well as the eviction notices. “We are finding court date letters at our campers, taped to the door, said Annette Diaz, who has lived at Surf and Stream for four years. “Other letters have been placed under front mats or wiper blades on owner’s vehicles.” Both Cicalo and Diaz expressed concerns that have been targeted by the property owner chose to target them and Babson for being outspoken. The individual who delivered the eviction notices told them their names appeared on the first round of eviction hearings. Dasti said that he was not in charge of how the court scheduled the hearing dates and suggested it might be alphabetical by tenant names. Cicalo said others on the list had names that came before hers in the alphabet. She also said she’s not even listed on the lot agreement – only her husband’s name appears. “Property owners have an obligation to live up to their agreement with the county,” Dasti said. “This is more of an issue of beginning the process to the extent that people refuse to leave. The landlord/tenant courts are backed up to next year.” What happens next in the continuing saga of displaced Surf and Stream residents appears to be in the hands of the court. Diaz summed up her feelings and the general sentiment of her neighbors. “Terrible, terrible, terrible,” said Diaz.

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Windsurfing is just one of the many relaxing recreation options that can be enjoyed at Seaside Heights’ Bayfront. Crabbing, kayaking, fishing, and wading in shallow water, plus availability of tasty food are among other potentials. Two bayfront recreation areas overlooking the beautiful Barnegat Bay are enjoyable features that people might tend to forget are part of the Seaside Heights experience. The town is one of the few on the Atlantic that is so compact that it is just a short walk from enjoying the ocean to delighting in the bay. The southern recreation area is on Rt. 35, south of Rt. 37, on the border of Seaside Park. This area features a dock for fishing and crabbing, as well as a livery operation that rents personal watercraft and pontoon boats. Dock Outfitters manages the southern area and offers a wellstocked tackle shop as well as a café that features

a second floor with bay views. Sunset Beach is north of Rt. 37 on the bayfront. This area provides a sandy beach with shallow water that is ideal for families with small children. The area also hosts a classic Stewart’s Root Beer, the Sunset Seafood restaurant, a boat launching ramp, kayak rentals, a dock for fishing and crabbing, and a livery operation that rents boats for fishing and crabbing. The beach is protected by lifeguards in season. No beach badge is required and parking is free. Sunset Beach is a popular place from which to enjoy beautiful sunsets. https://exit82.com/bayfront/

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Outdoor dining seating or strolling on the Classic American Boardwalk is just part of the phenomenal food scene in Seaside Heights. Great seafood. Great Beef. Prize-winning grab-and-go stands on the Boardwalk and pizza. Delicious cheese steaks. The list goes Boulevard. Plus, Boardwalk outdoor dining is on and on. The food scene in Seaside Heights now a fixture with Jimbo’s, Spicy, and Beachis as diverse as the many other opportunities comber being the most popular. And the new for enjoyment in the oceanfront resort town. Ocean Club Restaurant has outdoor dining Food, from traditional boardwalk grab-and-go overlooking the ocean. to fresh seafood and casual sit-down offerThere are also three options for dining on the ings, are a big part of the ocean and Bayfront bayfront and enjoying both the views and good enjoyment scene. Regardless of how else you eats: Sunset Seafood and Stewart’s Root Beer are pampering yourself in this popular family on Sunset Beach (north bayfront) and the café resort, you will be drawn to treat yourself to at Dock Outfitters. one of its restaurants. For pizza and cheesesteak fans, there are Food headliners Klee’s, Spicy, PJs, and numerous restaurants throughout town that Hemingways have been joined by Drifters, compete to be the best in their specialty. And, Hooks, the Ocean Club Restaurant, Sunset of course, for those seeking to satisfy their deSeafood, and Seaside Bistro on the list of sire for sweets, providers of ice cream, frozen sit-down restaurants that are a must-try in custard, and other delights abound. Seaside Heights. And there are many popular Visit exit82.com/dining/ for more information.

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Ongoing transformation of Hooks on the Boulevard is emblematic of the evolutions underway in Seaside Heights. The outdoor dining area speaks to the movement of Hooks towards continuing to build on its theme of “coastal casual.” Seaside Heights is rapidly growing as the place to live, play, and invest. In the past year, a number of large parcels have been cleared for commercial redevelopment, literally dozens of new homes in the $500,000-plus range have been built with more in various stages of development, and the town continues to develop an image as a place to enjoy at the oceanfront year-round. “We have worked for many years to recapture our reputation as a family, oceanfront, resort and those efforts are paying off,” relates Seaside Heights Mayor Anthony Vaz. “This past year has been exciting as we have seen so much of our vision for Seaside Heights moving towards fruition.” According to Seaside Heights Borough Administrator, Christopher Vaz, “We are ready to do small projects or large. We have more available

ocean-proximity prime real estate than any other town in New Jersey. People should want to invest in Seaside Heights right now because investment here is rapidly accelerating.” “Seaside Heights is in the early stages of growing towards being a revitalized year-round community,” relates Michael Redpath, Executive Director of the Seaside Heights Business Improvement District. “We have worked with projects ranging from the large new Ocean Club at the south end of the Boardwalk to full-service restaurants and small food outlets on the Boulevard. We encourage potential investors in commercial construction projects or small businesses seeking a location to visit our website at exit82.com/business for more information. There they can also view our video to learn more about investing in Seaside Heights” Redpath concluded. Visit exit82.com/business/ for more information.

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Fireworks, massive kite spectaculars, and lots of music events provide a fantastic schedule of free events for visitors to Seaside Heights.

Seaside Heights honors the dedication of those who keep our country safe through their service in our armed forces. That gratitude is shown through free beach access and discounts at Seaside Heights businesses for active duty and retired military personnel. The Borough of Seaside Heights offers free access to the beach for active and retired military personnel and their dependents (spouses, civil union partners, and children) with a valid form of Military ID. The business community also provides

discounts for active and retired military personnel, with a valid form of military ID, on amusements, food, retail, lodging, and parking. Seaside Heights representatives are active in the Military Support Alliance that supports personnel at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Details of offers for active-duty and retired military personnel are available at https://exit82.com/military-friendly/. The Borough of Seaside Heights thanks you for your service.

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A full schedule of entertainment and events has returned to Seaside Heights. There are typically events held throughout the year, both by the town and by outside organizations, and following last year’s pandemic restrictions the rebound this year is phenomenal. Starting July 1 there is an abundant schedule of enter t ai n ment, most of it free, to add to your enjoyment of Seaside Heights. Come for an event and then enjoy a great variety of food, shopping, arcade play, Casino Pier, and The Classic American Boardwalk. Or, if you are planning to visit Seaside Heights, check to see what additional

free entertainment is available for your pleasure. Fireworks retur n July 4 and ever y Wed nesd ay u nt il just before Labor Day. The Kites in the Heights Tuesday Evening kite shows continue to grow in popularity. And this year, the Bubble Storms that children enjoy so much will again join the kite shows. Music events are plentiful, including a number of tribute concerts on the beach featuring the music of music legends such as Styx, Yes, and Billy Joel. There is too much to cover in a short article, so we encourage you to visit exit82.com/events/ for details.

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around town including Island Soul, Le Petit Garage, San Tropez, and Vintage Anchor. Just a short walk from the Boardwalk, The Snooki Shop has joined the offering of boutique stores in Seaside Heights. One of the regions few classic Army-Navy stores has been in Seaside Heights for many years; Shore Army Navy on Central Ave. And a top fishing tackle store in the area is on the town’s southern bayfront; Dock Outfitters. Whether it be clothing and supplies for a visit to the beach, casual clothing for around home, beach gear, fishing tackle, camping supplies, home décor, souvenirs, gifts, and much more, you can find a good selection in Seaside Heights.

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Boardwalks are all about enjoying yourself and indulging your pleasures. Sweets such as boardwalk specialties and great chocolates, plus candies, ice cream, and Polish ices are among the most enjoyable indulgences. From one end to the other, the Classic American Boardwalk in Seaside Heights has a rich collection of candy shops and frozen treat concessions. Not too long ago, WOBM-FM radio listeners recognized three of Seaside Heights chocolate shops as three of the four tops in Ocean. Berkeley Candy, Lucky Leo’s Sweetshop, and Van Holten’s Chocolates were ranked in those top three. All three offer sumptuous

chocolates in addition to other candies. In addition, Planet Candy covers many of the sweets bases with a wide variety of candies plus ice creams and beverages. Kohrs Frozen Custard, The Original, is a name synonymous with ice cream on the Boardwalk. There are three Kohrs locations along the Classic American Boardwalk covering virtually the entire span. The frozen fun doesn’t stop there with a number of stands that provide ice cream and Polish water ice in an array of flavors scattered throughout the Boardwalk and town. Leave no shop untouched when it comes to satisfying your sweet tooth!

Make Getting Around Part of Your Enjoyment

Trying out different modes of transportation is one of the delights and conveniences when one visits a shore resort like Seaside Heights. Alternate transportation is often fun and easier to park. You can rent everything from motorized scooters, to peddle-power surreys, to mobility scooters, to traditional bicycles in Seaside

Heights. One of a Kind’s (left photo) rental operation on Blaine Ave. between Ocean Terrace and the Boardwalk has a fleet of human-powered vehicles for rent. Seaside Scooters (photo right) specializes in powered convenience vehicles including scooters and mobility scooters plus they have bicycles in their rental inventory.

Treat Yourself to a Summer of Music

Music fans sitting on the beach in Seaside love the experience of hearing great music from the Seaside Heights Beach Stage while being surrounded by the oceanfront environment. Love music? Love the beach and boardwalk? Then you’ll love Seaside Heights’ music lineup for the 2022 season. There is free music every week from July 4 until Labor Day plus a nine concert series of paid concerts featuring national acts scattered throughout the summer. The free Tribute Band series, on the Seaside Heights Beach Stage, is every Thursday from July 7 to August 25 at 7:30 p.m. Bands covered by the Tribute Band Series include Journey, Billy Joel, Van Morrison, and Jimmy Buffet. The complete schedule is on the website noted at the end of this article. The free Boardwalk Concert Series, on the Franklin Avenue Stage, is every Monday from July 4 to August 29 at 7:00 p.m. The Franklin

Avenue Stage is also the venue for Broadway Meets the Beach Friday, July 29 and August 5 and 19. The free Broadway series features performances by the stars of Broadway hit shows. Information about both series is on the website indicated at the end of this article. Seaside Heights Live is a paid concert series featuring acts such as Air Supply, George Benson, and America. This is a paid series on the Seaside Heights Beach Stage. Admission varies. Use the link below for more information and ticketing. There often are acts added throughout the season so music lovers need to pay attention to Seaside Heights social media or sign up for the town’s weekly newsletter. A complete schedule of concerts may be found at exit82.com/music/.

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POLICE BLOTTER Dog Dies In Residential Fire

─Photo courtesy Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – A blaze that broke out on June 19 destroyed a home on Mystic Port Place in the East Dover section of Toms River, officials said. Around 6:30 p.m., East Dover and Island Heights Fire Companies rushed to the fire, and one side of the duplex was completely engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived. Chief Inspector John Novak said a second alarm was transmitted with units from Toms River Fire Companies No.1 and No. 2, and Silverton Fire Company responding. Ocean Beach Fire Company responded to provide coverage for the area. Firefighters swiftly attacked the interior in

search of any occupants. Within 20 minutes, the fi re was placed under control and firefighters remained on scene to conduct overhaul and extinguish small pockets of fi re. Novak confi rmed that there were no residents inside the home, however, the family’s pet dog perished in the fi re. No other injuries were reported. The fi re does not appear to be suspicious, Novak said. At this time, fi re inspectors from the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention along with the Toms River Police Department are investigating the fi re.

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Help Wanted AID NEEDED/COMPANION - Part time. Probably 2 or 3 days a month, some over nights. For a 58 year old disabled veteran, no experience needed, very light duty. Includes all meals and private bed and bath, must have drivers license and be readily available, in my COVID safe home in Holiday city Toms River. Please call 201-306-6839. (39) Service And Renovation Plumber Needed - For busy plumbing shop in Bayville NJ. Call Neal Plumbing 732-244-6606. Must have a drivers license, company truck provided (29) 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) 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) Urgently Hiring - Full-Time Telemarketing Sales Representatives. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! Position is IN-OFFICE ONLY! Located in Downtown Toms River. Hourly Pay Plus Commission & Bonuses Paid Weekly. INTERESTED? Email: marketing@frontieragency.io. (31) 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! Expericenced Dog Groomer - P/T, 2-3 days a week, mobile grooming truck, paid daily, keep your tips. 732-674-5366. (26)

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CHEAP PAINTING Done RITE Free est. Senior discounts interior exterior. Call 732-506-7787, cell 646-643-7678. (28)

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 609335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000. NO JOB TOO SMALL! (15)

Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience. Call Jim 732-674-3346. (39)

ALL American 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) 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) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) 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) 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 - Home repairs, carpentry, painting roofing and siding, decks, powerwashing, yardwor,k all your home maintenance needs. $ave. Call Clark 732-850-5060. Insured and NJ License #13VH11804800. (27) 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) House Cleaning, Shopping, Laundry - Window cleaning and carpet cleaning, office cleaning, and painting rooms. Very good prices. Call 732773-5078 or 848-287-3944. (31) CBJ General Contracting - No job too big or small, from A-Z we do it all. Spring special Complete New Roofs from start to finish $4.00 square foot. New heavy weight Dimentional shingles, color owners choice. Maticulous clean up. Fully Insured. License #13V11804800 $ave Call 732-850-5060. (31) PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES Learn CPR, First Aid, Bleeding Control, or Active Shooter Response. Many other programs available www.hbradshaw.net. We bring the training to you! Low cost, flexible scheduling, expert instructors 732-408-5954. (28)

Music Lessons In Your Home By state certified instrumental music teacher. Please call 732-350-4427 for more information. All are welcome. (29)

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Annual Scholarship Breakfast

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─Photo courtesy Ocean County Federation of Republican Women FORKED RIVER – The Ocean County Federation of Republican Women (OFCRW) held their Annual Scholarship Breakfast on June 11 at the Captain’s Inn in Forked River. All scholarship applicants were required to submit their academic transcripts, a short essay and be sponsored by an Ocean County Republican Club member. After reviewing several applications and receiving recommendations from the OCFRW Scholarship Committee chaired by Vicki Heslin. OCFRW was proud to award five highly accomplished young women with scholarships to be used for their higher education. The following women received $500 scholarships from OCFRW: • Emily Crowley, Point Pleasant Beach • Mackenzie Hart, Bayville • Hope Louise Kobus, Beachwood

• Gianna Rosen, Manahawkin • Holly Tkach, Brick “We are so excited to be able to provide support to these exceptional young women as they head off to college through our OCFRW scholarship,” said Chairwoman Noriko Kowalewski. “Each year the applicants raise the bar through their hard work and dedication. We look forward to seeing the incredible accomplishments these young women will achieve in their future endeavors.” In addition to the scholarship presentation, guest speaker Frank Luna, External Affairs Consultant for Jersey Central Power & Light, shared remarks with the attendees. Special guest, former Assemblyman and Gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli was also in attendance to share remarks and congratulate the award winners.

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does not “pass” through the decedent’s Estate, and bypasses the court process by transferring directly to the beneficiaries. Non-probate assets include property that is held in joint tenancy or as tenants by the entirety; bank or brokerage accounts held in joint tenancy or with payable on death (POD) or transfer on death (TOD) beneficiaries; property held in a trust; life insurance or brokerage accounts that list someone other than the decedent as the beneficiary; retirement accounts. If a party to a Will challenges the transfer of a non-probate asset, an Executor may be forbidden from utilizing Estate assets to defend against such a claim. When a transfer of non-probate assets benefits the Executor of the Estate to the exclusion of other beneficiaries, then the Executor will not be allowed to use the Estates assets to pay legal fees in defense of such a dispute. Should an Executor use the assets of the Estate to make such payments, then these assets may be payable back to the Estate by the Executor. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full-service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.

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─Photo courtesy BlueClaws JERSEY SHORE – The BlueClaws have partnered with Wreaths Across America on a one-of-a-kind program through which fans can both reserve a ticket to BlueClaws Military Appreciation Night on July 7 and sponsor a wreath to be laid at a soldier’s grave this December. Military Appreciation Night at ShoreTown Ballpark is set for July 7 at 7:05 p.m., and is presented by OceanFirst Bank. There are several options for fans to participate in this one-of-a-kind program. You can sponsor a wreath and donate a ticket for a veteran to enjoy Military Appreciation Night for $15 You can also sponsor a wreath, donate a ticket for a veteran to enjoy Military Ap pr e ciat ion Nig ht , a nd r e ceive a ticket to the game for yourself for $25. Visit: fevo.com/edp/ Wreaths-Across-Amer ica- bA R6r1Y2 to purchase. All tickets for veterans will be distributed directly through accredited channels. “Wreaths Across America and the BlueClaws have been talking about th is prog ram for the bet ter pa r t of three years, and are thrilled to launch the program heading into Military Ap-

preciation Night,” said Mel Russen, Board Member and Local Location Leader for Wreaths Across America. “The wreaths that are sponsored through this program will be placed on gravesites of local veterans around the Jersey Shore. Additional wreaths will go to Arlington National Cemetery for the nationwide Wreaths Across America Day on December 17, 2022.” Military Appreciation Night will include special ceremonies before and after the game. Fans are encouraged to get to their seats early. “We’ve been very excited to launch this program with Mel and Wreaths Across America,” said Bob McLane, BlueClaws Senior VP of Ticket Sales & Service. “We are working with a truly special organization and this program will serve to both bring veterans out to the ballpark but also to provide wreaths for local veterans’ graves.” In 2021, Wreaths Across America laid over 2.3 million wreaths at over 3,100 locations around the country, including in all 50 states. The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment. They have drawn nearly 8 million fans to ShoreTown Ballpark since their 2001 inception.

Coin Show Coming To Point Pleasant Beach POINT PLEASANT BEACH –The Ocean County Coin Club will present its 51st Coin Show on October 22 at the borough’s firehouse. The free event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be held at the Point Pleasant Beach Firehouse at 400 Ar-

nold Avenue. There will be 20 vendor tables, free parking, free coins for children and free appraisals and literature for collectors. For additional information visit the club’s website occoinclub.org or call Dennis Berube at 732-785-0449.

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The Summer of 2022 is oﬃcially here! The Jersey Shore is a great place for residents and visitors especially when it comes to sun and surf. Here, a group of kids anxiously await the waves from the beautiful beach in Bradley Beach. (Photo by Sujani Nair) Want to win tickets to a Jersey Shore BlueClaws game? How about tickets to Six Flags Great Adventure? Email your summer snaps to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com

Oﬃcials: Investing In Recycling Pays Oﬀ

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 fi rst 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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FUN & GAMES

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C ROSSWORD P UZZLE

Across 1 Two-mile-high city 6 Numbskulls 11 Ate 14 Sister of Euterpe 15 Satellite’s path 16 “I __ you one!” 17 V 19 Carried the day 20 Brainstorm 21 Spanish pronoun 22 Understated way to put it 24 Old PC display 26 City west of Hong Kong 27 V 33 Scribble (down) 34 Read (over) closely 35 Wind into rings 36 Look into closely 38 Egg: Pref.

39 Suspends operations, with “down” 40 European erupter 41 Low card 43 Female antelope 44 V 48 La Scala locale 49 Word with rolling or bowling 50 Slanted, in a way 52 Diamonds, slangily 54 Bar requests 58 A.L. East team 59 V 62 It may need a boost 63 Revered ones 64 Official Wimbledon timekeeper 65 Summer shade 66 Article of faith 67 Title feeling “beyond power of speech,” in an “Into the Woods” song

Down 1 Son of Jacob 2 Dry as a bone 3 Go back and forth 4 Include with an email 5 Wild place 6 Clothing store department 7 Estimate phrase 8 Kimono closer 9 Classic fast-food sandwich since 1967 10 Gift bearer, informally 11 Polite greeting 12 MP’s quarry 13 Disallow 18 Old-school 23 Door securer 25 Ready to pluck 26 Soda order 27 Rich dessert cake 28 Building artisan 29 Trampled

30 Emphatic refusal 31 Mountaineer’s tool 32 “Is there something __?” 33 Photoshop image acronym 37 Culinary herb 39 Org. seeking far-out life 42 Playful prank 45 Summon up 46 False appearance 47 Dazed 50 “Yeah, sure!” 51 __ party 52 “Lost” setting 53 Word before votes or shadows 55 Stitch’s movie pal 56 Fifty-fifty 57 Hot 60 Long division? 61 Mexican Mrs.

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Jumble: MAMBO BUDDY RITUAL UNLESS – “DREAD-MILL”

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of june 25 - july 1 By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Commitment is king. Making impulsive changes to your business plans or family budget can place you in an awkward position. Be true to your word in the week ahead and your honesty and loyalty should reap dividends. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may be wrapped up in romance as the week begins but pay attention to what is going on in the outside world, too. Tune into the news to remain aware of current events to avoid making serious career miscalculations. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Feedback from your friends may vary from positive to negative in the week to come even if you only have the best intentions. Act according to the highest principles when you must make significant financial decisions. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Plant yourself where conditions can powerfully support your growth. Financial schemes and opportunities can be put to good use in the week ahead. Romantic partners may be more lovable than usual. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The secret to success is to focus on working closely with loved ones and partners to achieve worthwhile goals. Remain persistent despite any setbacks. Build something up in the week ahead rather than tearing something down. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Trying to use a friendship to dig for information can backfire. Too many questions may arouse suspicions or make someone feel that their boundaries have been crashed. A loved one’s common sense can be useful this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be too passionate about supporting your family to make permanent plans with unreliable people -- someone might change their mind at the last minute. The week ahead may clarify the evidence of someone’s trustworthiness. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Embrace an opportunity to express love and enjoy romance. Weave interesting people, ideas, and things into the web of your life as the week unfolds. Engage in a study or investigation that gives you fresh purpose. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Nurture your inner strengths in the upcoming week. You may be wiser and more astute about the practical aspects of life, especially when handling money. Avoid people who take advantage of your generosity. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Yes, you may be lucky in love and lucky with money. However, life always requires demonstrating your intention by working hard, too. You may be motivated to pursue financial and material success. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Following the group consensus might not be the best way to achieve your ambitions. In the week to come, a partner could set a good example of how to use drive, determination, and focus to help yourself. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): When you are in the right place at the right time, you can take advantage of sweet deals. Make the most of opportunities to strike a compromise in the week ahead to avoid misunderstandings and to be more successful.

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