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Howell Warehouse Construction Reflects National Trends

By Mark Bator HOWELL – For anyone who has sat in on, or watched Howell’s Planning Board or Zoning Board meetings, it may seem that every other application that is brought before the township’s professionals concerns the construction of a new warehouse.

While township residents may lament the destruction of undeveloped forests, or the loss of acres of farmland to modern development, the trend in Howell is not unique to the township. Warehouse development in the United States has only increased, and there appears to be no end in sight.

When it comes to warehouses in New Jersey, however, geography is partially to blame.

Sitting between two of the largest

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I –Photos by Mark Bator Howell is looking to zone newer warehouses in more commercially-zoned areas, such as this new warehouse in the town’s newly-designated HD-4 zone along Route 33.

cities in America, New York and Philadelphia, the Garden State reaps the economic benefits of such a strategic location. Add to that the fact that the state is bisected by I-95 and its proximity to water, and New Jersey becomes a prime location for shipping. Port Newark-Elizabeth is one of the country’s busiest ports, shipping and receiving goods and products of all Numerous warehouses already dot the landscape types. But until of Howell, but new ordinances will seek to curtail those products the development closer to residential areas. are ready to be

moved, they need to be stored in warehouses.

There is no denying the benefits that such development brings. The proposal of a warehouse project provides work and generates billable hours for attorneys and a variety of experts such as planners and engineers. If approved, the development brings construction jobs to the area, and the completed project creates permanent jobs and more importantly for the township, tax revenue.

Simply put, trees don’t pay taxes.

Just as with the family income, inf lation cuts into the bottom line of Howell’s budget, as well.

Without cutting programs to its growing population, on top of (Warehouse - See Page 3)

Officials Urge Water Safety In Response To Recent Incidents

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – With many trying to cool off from the summer heat, the Howell Township Fire Bureau is reminding residents to be cautious around the pool or swimming spot this season.

The Fire Bureau is telling

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residents to be cautious and always have a responsible, non-distracted, adult present with any young children or non-swimmers.

“Some of the incidents that have occurred in our Township all had to do with smaller children. Usually, they were left

unattended or they were able to access the pool without a parent’s knowledge or without someone supervising them.

That always seems to be the cause of the incident,” Howell Fire Bureau Chief Robert Lewis said. He did not elaborate on the nature of these incidents.

He advised that there should always be someone advising children as well as making sure the locks are working currently on their pool fences or their back doors, or have an alarm to let them know if the child (Safety - See Page 4)

By Mark Bator n a lengthy session of the Township Council, the governing body updated Howell residents on numerous ongoing projects and new ordinances for the town.

Howell Day will move forward this year on September 24, however it is not being held at Soldier Memorial Field.

Instead, the event will be held at Oak Glen Park due to the renovations that will be taking place at Soldier Memorial. Oak Glen was the site for this past spring’s Easter Egg Hunt. This year’s Howell Day will include a beer tent that will likely be situated close to the many food trucks that are anticipated to be at the event.

As part of Soldier Memorial Park’s facelift, in addition to the permanent bathrooms and lighting at several fields that will permit night games, the location will be getting a new L.E.D. sign. This is one of two new signs that the township has invested in, with the second one scheduled to be installed at the municipal complex on Route 9. By purchasing two signs from the vendor at the same time, the township was able to realize a five percent discount on the signs to save additional costs for the residents, officials said.

A question about the possible return of “Movies on the Hill” was broached by Mayor Theresa Berger, but the future of that remains uncertain. The popular outing was last held in 2019 prior to the pandemic, when the township screened three free movies behind the public library over the final weeks of summer. At this time, it is still under consideration by the township.

At the Council meeting Township Attorney Joseph Clark also advised that Howell had recently taken possession of a 20-acre parcel of land that would be put into preserved property for the town. The land was (Plans - See Page 4)

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Continued From Page 1 inf lation, Howell requires an ever-increasing stream of income to maintain the myriad of services the residents require.

But undoubtedly, the sentiments of many residents about warehouses are similar to those towards prisons, namely, everyone recognizes the need for them, but they do not want them in their own neighborhoods.

As the economy moves away from traditional stores and more towards online shopping, the need to have products close to consumers for ready delivery continues to increase. This was especially pointed during the COVID pandemic, when in-person shopping was interrupted and even discouraged by elected officials. In short, the need to fulfill customer requests in a timely manner is driving the need for more warehouses.

“This is not a trend specific to Howell or even Monmouth County,” says Howell Director of Community Development Matt Howard. “We have heard this is becoming a very tangible reality across the state.

This is not a result of the Township driving warehouse development. In fact, we are left trying to manage it and control it within our existing infrastructure.”

According to a recent (May 2022) article on statista.com, the number of warehouses in America increased by more than 4,000 in the 10-year period from 2010 to 2020. New

The Howell Times, July 30, 2022, Page 3 Jersey has more than 600 warehouses that create jobs but also bring additional traffic to local roads and lowers air quality due to delivery vehicles.

But air pollution is not the only concern.

The impervious surfaces that are created by warehouse construction due to buildings and parking lots cause water to run into stormwater management basins, which then sends the water into the underlying aquifer or out into storm sewers faster than it would through natural means. That, recent studies have shown, increases the chances for street flooding, especially for communities that are further down river of the storm sewers of neighboring towns.

The standards for managing stormwater in Howell are guided by the state (N.J.A.C. 7:8) as well as the township’s Stormwater Control Ordinance (S.C.O.). As such, any new developments must meet these guidelines, which is why the Zoning and Planning Boards have lengthy hearings wherein any applicants may find their plans scrutinized and questioned by the township.

Of course, not all sites nor development plans are equal, and so managing stormwater runoff may become a more difficult issue simply due to the layout or topography of the property in question.

“In regards to stormwater management, all projects in front of the Planning and Zoning Board are reviewed for compliance with the Township’s Stormwater Management ordinance as well as the State requirements,”

says Howard. “This is one of the larger components of the site plan review process and is looked at very closely by our Board’s professionals.”

In Howell Township, commercial zoning ordinances stipulate that commercial developments have a coverage limit of 70 percent maximum for impervious surfaces.

Locations targeted for development are deemed “major developments” if their total area exceeds one acre, or if their paved surface increases by more than a quarter of an acre. Should any site plan deviate from this maximum allowance, the applicant would need to request a variance, and show justification for its need.

“As land development and the addition of impervious surface increases on a site, without the implementation of stormwater management measures, runoff discharges to downstream water bodies more quickly and for a longer duration of time,” explains Howard about the challenges the township faces from future construction. “In general, the amount of stormwater runoff that needs to be managed on a site for a warehouse development is no different from any other development.”

But besides the issues that may develop from stormwater runoff, township residents may object to the simple placement of these structures, not to mention the increase in truck traffic they create. To combat this, Howell has recently revised its Master Plan to augment zones for uses better suited to

their geographic areas in town.

With the recent adoption of ordinance O-22-22, the township hopes to better control stormwater, traffic, and new construction’s impact on existing infrastructure. Under the new ordinance, future site developers must meet more rigid conditions regulating maximum building coverage and lot sizes.

The most recent augmentations to the township’s Master Plan creates changes in zoning that seeks to better regulate where such structures are built while the Circulation Element looks to control where traffic flows. In addition, the township applies so-called “green” requirements for new warehouse construction, as well as regulating the potential for stormwater management issues.

It is likely that even tighter measures will be enacted in the future. Additional buildings means additional strain on the power grid, which may force the township into requiring future warehouses to be energy self-sufficient. In addition, the record high fuel prices seen during 2022 have given many to consider electric vehicles, which may even give the township the basis to demand that warehouses be zero-emission zones in the coming decades.

The warehouse is a consequence of the economy in the Twenty First Century and for now, Howell residents, like the rest of New Jersey’s population, can expect to see more of them.

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Safety:

Continued From Page 1 is out the back door.

“These are extremely important to prevent unattended drownings f rom occurring,” Lewis said.

Although there are lifeguards present in many public water spots such as beaches and local pools, they recommend to still keep watch of your children.

“A lifeguard is a great resource, but not a replacement for your own eyes and diligence when it comes to your children,” the Howell Fire Bureau said in a statement.

In addition to pools, the Fire Bureau says that lakes, lagoons, rivers, the ocean or anywhere with more than two inches of water can quickly become a drowning incident.

“One thing is to not swim alone. Don’t

be in your pool or around your pool by yourself; always have someone nearby or knows you are in the water. Especially when it comes to kids. Have at least one or two adults supervising,” Lewis said.

They also warn residents to be diligent of any standing water, such as buckets, planters, car wash pails, etc., which can also be a hazard for young children.

On their Facebook page, the Howell

Township Fire Bureau provided a PSA video presented by the Zionsville Fire Department. In the video titled “It Only Takes A Minute,” it shows how in these types of scenarios, it can take just one minute for a young child or non-swimmer to be unsuper vised for them to drown in any body of water.

The view this informative video, visit: drive.google.com/f ile/d/1UDvldQWzEs9XJEVVj-ws0qK846CjWmrE/view.

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Continued From Page 1 acquired as part of the settlement of a 2018 lawsuit in which a congregation had sued the township when their application to build a school and dormitory along Ford Road was denied.

The site has several old buildings located within its boundaries, and these will be assessed for structural integrity.

If they are found to be dilapidated or beyond repair, they would likely be placed on the list as potential candidates for the township’s demolition program.

Clark also updated the Council regarding the modernization of Howell Township’s web page by their I.T. department. The township’s web page has been mentioned at several town council meetings, with many in the governing body feeling that the site is outdated and difficult to navigate. Clark said that the refreshed website will feature photographs that will “highlight the better parts of Howell.” The Township Council will likely give prior approval of the updated website which will, according to Clark, be “more informational, more user-friendly” before it rolls out to the public in September or October.

October will also usher in the beginning of the fall holiday season, and Howell is looking to roll out both autumn and winter town-wide decorating contests later this year. The township is planning to announce a winter holidays light contest to tie in with the Christmas, Hannukah and Kwanzaa. In addition, Howell is looking to move forward with a fall Halloween or Thanksgiving themed contest for township residents, as well.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

E DITORIAL Districts Must Educate Staff On Prayer In Schools A recent Supreme Court decision – or more importantly the misinterpretation of it - is going to cost school districts a lot of money. They need to teach their staff what it means.

The case, of course, is Kennedy vs. Bremerton School District. I encourage you to read it for yourself. The decision is here: supremecourt.gov/opinions/21pdf/21-418_i425.pdf Few people have read this 75page document themselves.

Instead, they are relying on Facebook to give them their opinion on it. And the misunderstanding of this decision is going to lead to a lot of chaos in the coming years.

The case stems from a football coach holding prayers with his players. He was suspended because his district was afraid of parents suing the district.

The court ruled that his religious beliefs are protected.

Here’s an important sentence from page 2: “The contested exercise here does not involve leading prayers with the team; the District disciplined Mr. Kennedy only for his decision to persist in praying quietly without his students after three games in October 2015.”

This is important because most of the media surrounding this case was about Kennedy leading students in prayer.

This is still not allowed and school employees need to be reminded of that. The Supreme Court made it very clear that they were only protecting the coach’s ability to pray by himself – not to involve students.

The confusion stems from the fact that Kennedy encouraged his players to pray with him.

Everyone thinks that the public prayers, where he invited his players, is what is being protected. But it’s not.

“Mr. Kennedy’s prayers represented his own private speech” the decision states.

School districts need to ask their lawyers to write a onepage description of what staff can and can’t do in relation to this new decision. Otherwise, we’re going to have a ton of lawsuits on our hands.

No matter where you stand on this decision, any public school

representative who conducts prayers with students invites lawsuits.

I imagine it’ll go like this: A teacher misunderstands the court case, asks the students to pray with him. For example, it’s saying grace before a Thanksgiving banquet in elementary school. He tells them that it’s their choice, and students don’t have to join. They take a few minutes away from class time for this.

A parent finds out and sues the district. The district, rather than going through a long court case they know they can’t win, pays a six-figure settlement.

You might say that it’s the child’s choice to join, and that’s true. But it ignores the fact that when an authority figure asks a child to do something, the children are put into a difficult position. Even if there’s no mention of punishment for saying “no,” the child will fear being mistreated by their superior and other students if they disobey.

Remember also, that your idea of religion is very different than others. Voodoo, for example, is recognized as an official religion in the United States.

Would you like your child to be led in a Voodoo ritual during home room? The Satanic Temple was granted tax-exempt status by the IRS. How about their rituals during halftime?

I chose these two specifically for shock value, to make you realize that if it’s good for the goose, it’s good for the gander.

If you allow one religion to do something, you have to allow all of them to do the same thing. I’m sure you can use your imagination to determine what kind of faith you wouldn’t want to see in the classroom.

But regardless of all the misinformation, teachers need to be educated here. They need to be given a simple, one-page paper that clearly states what they are allowed to do and what they’re not allowed to do. Then, they must sign it and turn it back in to administration so that the district can cover themselves in the event of a lawsuit.

Chris Lundy News Editor

GOP’s Van Drew And Smith Vote Against Women Again Republicans have again voted against women. In a House vote, all but 8 Republican members voted against saying that contraception is a right.

The other 195 Republicans voted against it. They feel that women don’t deserve a right to make decisions about their bodies.

Congressmen Chris Smith and Jeff Van Drew voted against it, unsurprisingly. They have consistently voted against women so this is no surprise.

The bill was really simple.

All it said was that people have a right to this important and in some cases life-saving medicine.

Here are two things that Smith and Van Drew don’t believe, it comes straight from the bill: “Contraception is safe, essential health care, and access to contraceptive products and services is central to people’s ability to participate equally in economic and social life in the United States and globally. Contraception allows people to make decisions about their families and their lives.

“Contraception is key to sexual and reproductive health.

Contraception is critical to preventing unintended pregnancy and many contraceptives are highly effective in preventing and treating a wide array of often severe medical conditions and decrease the risk of certain cancers.”

With women traveling across state lines to get these needed medications because they are

not allowed in some states, it’s more important now than ever to make sure it’s available to women everywhere.

When (Justice) Clarence Thomas said that the right to contraceptives should be reviewed, it should tell you just how serious this is. They want to take away birth control.

Just think how different your life would be without birth control?

Beverly Smith Penn Toms River

Don’t Be Fooled!

All of our current problems including high gas and food prices have been orchestrated by the Biden Administration.

The letter “Biden Solved the Baby Formula Shortage,” in the July 16th issue of the Manchester Times does not tell you that the baby-formula factory was closed in the fall of 2021, and it took the Biden Administration until spring of 2022 to implement solutions, which was after newborn babies had already died. To think that newborn babies in America did not have food, and died, is a travesty.

Don’t be fooled! Send a shockwave to Democrats by lighting a fire under the tush of Republicans and voting for each and every Republican in the November election. Keep something else in mind when voting - that Biden replaced the one million Americans who died of COVID with one million migrants in, literally, his first 3 months as President.

Marie Pellicano Manchester

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Tell The Real Story About Climate Crisis As someone who follows local and national news reports, I must tell you I am worried about the recent extreme heat and wildfires raging across the country.

I feel for people who lose their lives and livelihoods to extreme weather, and I’m scared that it’s only a matter of time until it directly hits me and my community.

Seeing headlines in local news outlets covering these climate disasters made me realize that most news stories show no connection between them and their main cause: fossil fuels.

This is dangerous, because many people will continue to refuse to see that longer, hotter, and deadlier summers are caused and perpetuated by the disastrous coal, oil, and gas projects - and the fossil fuel industry.

The science is clear – the longer we allow coal, oil, and gas companies to dig and burn, the worse the impacts of the climate crisis will be. With every fraction of a degree of warming, we’ll see and suffer more extreme heat, droughts, floods, wildfires, and hurricanes.

But the fossil fuel industry continues to ignore these alerts and undermine our chances for a safer future, and CO2 emissions keep rising. We all know this is causing global heating, and resulting in extreme weather events, yet they keep digging, burning, and profiting, with zero accountability.

Climate impacts - like the recent heatwaves and wildfires - disproportionately affect people and communities who are already marginalized and disadvantaged.

People who did the least to cause the climate crisis suffer the worst from its impacts – they lose livelihoods, hope, and worse: their lives – while oil companies continue to hit record profi ts.

This is wrong on so many levels.

Local, regional, and national media have an important role to play - and a moral obligation to tell the whole truth. It’s time to make one thing about extreme weather

very clear: it’s not a “crisis” that just happens to us - it’s a crime, and the fossil fuel industry is to blame. And saying it once isn’t enough.

Media has an important job to do to turn the tide of public opinion, and help the world avoid the worst of the climate impacts.

Please tell the REAL story about the climate crisis.

Gregory A. Clewell Bayville

Roe Overturn Is Frightening I find the recent overruling of Roe vs. Wade chilling.

If the government can force one not to have an abortion the next step is the ability to force you to have an abortion. This has been applied in other countries to diminish population “for the good of the national economy.”

Forcing a woman to bear a child is a form of body ownership which is slavery and illegal in America.

The reason abortion is not mentioned in the Constitution is because it is common sense and considered unneeded. It also doesn’t mention the right to pick your nose in public, but no matter how distasteful to others you can do so freely.

It is ironic that the political party that is founded on the belief of smaller government involvement now advocates government monitoring the very use of our bodily functions.

I personally chose not to abort during any of my pregnancies but thank God I had that choice. No one could force me not to abort or to abort at their whim.

My children knew they were wanted.

We could be on the verge of an Orwellian society. Don’t let this happen! There are reasonable adjustments that can be made to this law.

Women and doctors should freely choose whether or not to involve themselves in an abortion.

We are an intelligent and informed society for the most part. Trust in the judgement of the people, not politically motivated panels.

Elsie De Pasquale Toms River

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Reminders Given About Heat-Related Illnesses, Mental Health Support From The Desk Of The

Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone Hello! I hope everyone is continuing to enjoy the summertime sunshine and warm weather!

As everyone is aware, we have experienced hotter than normal weather lately. Heat wave or not, I always advise those who plan on spending time outdoors in the heat to be prepared. Heat-related illnesses are preventable.

For those who are out in the heat, stay hydrated! It is important to drink water before thirst kicks in! While you’re keeping hydrated, don’t forget to take care of your pets, too! Lastly, don’t forget the sunscreen!

On a separate note, an event was held benef itting the Monmouth Ocean Foundation for Children’s (MOFFC) largest project to date, the Achieve Academy.

The Achieve Academy is a post 21 continuing education program for adults with autism. Once a student graduates from high school, it is difficult for individuals and their families to find high quality continuing education programs.

Additionally, coordinating and securing important services, such as speech, occupational or physical therapy, or behavior therapies is often confusing and expensive, putting both financial and emotional stress on families.

The program, which will be located on the Brookdale Community College Campus in Wall Township, will be a daily continuing

education program that will provide job training and coaching as well as employment placement in local businesses and organizations and much more. The program will be first-rate and will offer varied levels of services that will meet a variety of our adult members’ needs.

I want to thank everyone who came out and supported this most important cause. It is vital that we do whatever we can to assist and support our aged-out community.

Switching gears, my fellow Commissioners and I would like to remind residents that there are mental health services available through the Monmouth County Department of Human Services.

With the 988 National Suicide Prevention Hotline launching nationwide, we want residents to remember that there is help fpr anyone who may need assistance coping with a mental health issue or emergency.

Mental health is an essential part of overall

health and well-being, and we encourage those who need help to take advantage of the numerous resources that the County has to offer.

According to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to trained counselors who will listen, understand how the caller’s problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. The current Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally.

If you or someone you know needs immediate access to mental health counselors, dial 988 to be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. If there is an emergency, dial 911.

As always, it is a pleasure to serve as Commissioner Director.

Senator Cory Booker: Industrial Pesticides Should Be Banned In Wildlife Refuges

NEW JERSEY - U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) led colleagues in urging the United States Fish & Wildlife Service to stop approving new uses of agricultural pesticides on National Wildlife Refuges and to initiate a rulemaking that would fully phase-out such pesticides across the Refuge System.

“The Refuge System was established to provide sanctuary for listed threatened and endangered species, migratory birds, and other wildlife,” wrote the Senators in a letter to U.S. Fish & Wildlife Director Martha Williams. “The Refuges’ migratory sanctuary and breeding grounds are especially critical for North American

birds, as they have faced precipitous population declines; there are 3 billion fewer breeding birds in North America than there were in 1970. Unfortunately these birds and other threatened species are being put at risk by pesticide use in the Refuges that were designed to protect them.”

The Senators highlighted recent determinations made by the Environmental Protection Agency “that some of the most commonly used agricultural chemicals are likely to adversely affect endangered species.” For example, the most commonly used herbicide in the United (Government - See Page 11)

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Howell Alliance Hosts Youth Mental Health 1st Aid Training

HOWELL – On August 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the Howell Alliance for substance use prevention and mental health awareness is hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid certification training at the Howell Township Municipal Building, 4567 Route 9 North, 2nd floor, in Howell.

Youth Mental Health First Aid has two aims: To teach adults who regularly interact with youth and young adults how to recognize and respond in a mental health or substance use emergency and how to offer support to a young person who appears to be in emotional distress. These adults can be parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, first responders, law enforcement, health and human services workers, peers, neighbors, or other caring citizens.

Although one in five Americans has a mental illness, people of all ages are reluctant to seek help due to fear of stigmas or might not know where to turn for care. Unlike physical conditions, symptoms of mental health and substance use problems can be difficult to detect, and for friends and family members, it can be hard to know when and how to step in. As a result, those in need of mental health services often do not get them until it is too late.

Just as CPR empowers those without clinical training to assist an individual having a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid prepares participants to confidently interact with a person experiencing a mental health crisis. Mental Health First Aiders learn

a five-step action plan that guides them through the process of reaching out and offering appropriate support.

In just 10 years, Mental Health First Aid has become a full-blown movement in the United States - more than one million people are certified Mental Health First Aiders, and that number is growing every day. This will be the 8th Mental Health First Aid sponsored or hosted by the Howell Alliance; to date, over 90 community members and professionals have been certified through Howell Alliance-sponsored trainings.

To register for the Howell Alliance-hosted Youth Mental Health First Aid training on August 13, visit Eventbrite at eventbrite. com/e/370859018307.

Participants will need to bring their own food and drinks. A free water cooler and cash-only snack vending machine are on location.

For event information, contact Christa Riddle, Alliance coordinator at criddle@ twp.howell.nj.us or 732-938-4500 ext. 4012.

For more information on Mental Health or Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings, contact Marni Elson-Victor, certified Mental Health First Aid trainer, at melsonvictor@yahoo.com.

To learn more about Mental Health First Aid USA, visit MentalHealthFirstAid.org.

The Howell Alliance can be found online at twp.howell.nj.us/alliance and on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/howellalliancefriends.

2022 Howell Day & Green Fair

HOWELL – Howell Day is back to Soldier Memorial Park on September 24 from 3 to 8 p.m. They are now accepting applications for vendors. Application deadline is August 26.

Profit Vendors: non-food $75 per space; food vendors $150 per space. Non-Profit Vendors: non-food $25 1st space $50 each

additional; food vendor $50 1st space $75 each additional. Applications can be found by visiting: twp.howell.nj.us/DocumentCenter/View/6485/Howell-Day-Vendor-Application-2022.

Enjoy love music entertainment, free inflatable and mechanical rides, touch-a-truck, demonstrations, fireworks at dusk and more!

Yoga Adventure At Howell Branch Library

HOWELL – On August 3 at 4 p.m., the Howell Township Library will be hosting “Yoga Adventure” for kids ages 3 and up with a parent/caregiver.

Join for a fun-filled yoga adventure with Lauren Kranich of Holistic Wellness. For the safety

of the budding bookworms, face coverings for everyone above 2 years of age are recommended when attending indoor programs.

To register, visit: bit.ly/HowellKids. Contact the library if you are unable to attend a program.

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Under The Moonlight

HOWELL – The Monmouth County Parks Systems will be hosting Under the Moonlight at the Manasquan Reservoir on August 11 from 8 to 9 p.m.

Gather your family, a friend, or come solo as we hike by the light of the rising full moon and explore the world of nocturnal

creatures. Learn the moon name of the month and its origin. Dress for the weather and plan to walk at least a mile. Bring a flashlight. Program may be cancelled due to overcast skies or inclement weather. Meet in the Environmental Center parking lot.

This event is free.

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MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County SPCA has a number of pets available for adoption.

One of them is Liam, a twoyear-old pitbull weighing 58 pounds.

“I’m a good boy who enjoys attention and being pet! I love going on walks, but I’m a strong fella on the leash, so it would be best that I go home with dog savvy owners. For me to live my best life, I’d love a fenced in backyard. I could possibly go home with kids aged 12+ and maybe another canine sibling.”

The MCSPCA only does adoptions in person (please bring all family members). They will ask you to fill out an Adoption Survey and speak with an Adoption Counselor to help find your

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They are located at 260 Wall Street in Eatontown. They can be reached at 732542-0040.

Fighting H.A.R.D. 2nd Annual Golf Outing HOWELL – Fighting H.A.R.D. Foundation will be having their 2nd annual golf outing on August 9 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Pebble Creek Golf Club, 224 County Road 537 Colts Neck.

They are currently looking for sponsors for the event and registering golfers. They have a few foursomes available to purchase. Price is $225 per golfer or $900 per foursome; includes breakfast, 9 a.m. shotgun start,

lunch and beverages.

Their first event brought in over $28,000 for the foundation, and they are looking forward to another great event this year to help local kids who are battling a rare disease or chronic illness.

To register your foursome or become a sponsor, email info@fightinghardfoundation.org or call Tara at 908-907-1691 or Tim at 908-907-7666.

Howell Elks Paddle Auction

HOWELL – The Howell Elks Lodge #2515 will be hosting a Paddle Auction on November 4. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

First number called at 7 p.m.

Entrance fee is $10 and includes one paddle, soda and water. (Bring your own snacks for your table) All money

raised to benefit the Special Children’s Committee. Bring your own quarters, limited amount will be on hand for purchase.

Fore reservation pr more information, cont act Con n ie at 732-259-9666 or cantwellconnie@yahoo.com.

Freehold Twp. PBA #209 35th Annual Clambake

FR EEHOLD – Freehold Township PBA #209 is pleased to announce they are holding their 35th Annual Clambake on August 6 from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Priedaine - Latvian American cultural center.

Texas Roadhouse will be back barbequing this year. They have also generously donated a free appetizer coupon for all upon entry. Stop an officer on the road if you see them and ask for a ticket or come on into our headquarters.

Pollinator Garden Tour

HOWELL – This special garden is beautiful and designed to provide habitat for wildlife, especially pollinators. Get a personal tour and learn about the native plants which make it a home.

Meet in the Environmental Center parking lot at the Manasquan Reservoir. Tour will be held on August 5 from 10 to 11 a.m.

Program may be cancelled due to rain. For more information, call 732-751-9453.

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POLICE BLOTTER Man Charged For Making Threats At Synagogue

By Alyssa Riccardi DEAL – A Morris County man has been arrested after making threatening comments to a local synagogue in Deal last week, officials said.

Nicholas Skirvin, 44, of Denville has been charged with second-degree Bias Intimidation, third-degree Making Terroristic Threats and Harassment, a petty disorderly persons offense.

On July 15 at about 1 p.m., an incident occurred at the Ohel Yaacob Congregation, which is located at the corner of Lawrence Avenue and Ocean Avenue North. Police received a report about an unknown person recording himself with a cell phone while making obscene gestures. The report said that the man was screaming ethnic and homophobic slurs as well as threats at synagogue congregants.

Investigation identified Skirvin and the suspect and he was arrested by officers from the Deal Police Department on a beach in nearby Asbury Park later the same afternoon.

Skirvin was subsequently transported to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution (MCCI) pending a detention hearing that is now tentatively scheduled to take place on July 25.

According to officials, the State will be

filing a motion to keep Skirvin detained pending the outcome of the case.

If convicted of the second-degree offense, Skirvin would face a term of up to 10 years in state prison.

“The hate-filled rhetoric heard last Friday in what is typically a peaceful neighborhood with a tight-knit Jewish community wasn’t just abhorrent and disturbing – it was criminal,” Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Lori Linskey said. “The charges being announced today should send a clear message that we take such conduct with the utmost seriousness. There is no place for hate in Monmouth County – especially when it is the motive behind a crime.”

The Prosecutor’s Office sincerely thanks and recognizes the members of the Deal, Asbury Park, and Denville police departments who contributed to this investigation and arrest. The incident has also been reported to the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, which tracks bias incidents and crimes occurring statewide.

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Monmouth County Man Found Guilty In 2017 Child Porn Case

By Alyssa Riccardi FREEHOLD – A Freehold Township man has been found guilty for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse materials in 2017, officials said.

James Simmons, 74, of Freehold Township, was convicted on July 20 of second degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material and third degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material.

In July 2017, investigation revealed that Simmons possessed a USB thumb drive with over 100 videos depicting the sexual abuse of a child, as well as peer-to-peer file sharing programs from electronic devices found in his home on Harding Road in Freehold Township.

After recovering these devices, the New Jersey Regional Computer Forensic Labo-

ratory assisted in the analysis.

“I am grateful for the collaborative investigative efforts of my office’s detectives, Assistant Prosecutor Dugan, the NJ ICAC Task Force, and the Freehold Township Police Department for their work on this case. It is imperative that we continue to do all that we can to protect our most vulnerable citizens, our children, from being victimized in this way,” Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Lori Linskey said.

Simmons testified at trial that the materials and files found belonged to his son, who had died before Simmons was arrested.

Simmons faces more than 10 years in a New Jersey State Prison. In addition. Simmons must register for Megan’s Law, he will be under Parole Supervision for Life and will have Internet Restrictions when he is sentenced by Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jill O’Malley on January 13, 2023.

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The tournament will be held at Pine Park (500 Country Club Drive) in Lakewood Township at 9:30 a.m. on August 21. It will be a two-person, double elimination tournament with trophies for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place teams.

The entry fee is $50 per team and they are hosting 32 teams. Signups are first come first serve. A list will be generated in the order emails were received to create a backup list for cancellations.

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States, glyphosate (popularly known as Roundup), is likely to adversely affect 93% of all species listed as Endangered or Threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Of the neonicotinoids - the most commonly used class of insecticides in the United States - studies show that imidacloprid, clothianidin, and thiamethoxam were likely to harm 80%, 82%, and 81% of all listed species, respectively.

Agricultural pesticides used in Refuges also “leach into the surrounding groundwater and soil and are picked up by native flowering plants and pollinators,” continued the Senators. “This directly threatens non-target organisms, the 53 million annual visitors to the Refuges, and the

The Howell Times, July 30, 2022, Page 11 surrounding waters and ecosystems.”

The lawmakers urged the Fish and Wildlife Service to “expeditiously begin a rulemaking process to phase out the use of agricultural pesticides on National Wildlife Refuges.” This includes phasing out all chemical or biological pesticides registered under Section 3 of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, authorizing the use of pesticides for the control of invasive or non-native species only a limited basis when necessary, and reinstating a 2014 memorandum phasing out the prophylactic use of neonicotinoid pesticides on Refuges.

T he let ter was cosig ned Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Ed Markey (D-MA), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Martin Heinrich (D-NM).

Former Attorney Charged With Stealing From Dead Client

By Alyssa Riccardi FREEHOLD – A former attorney has been charged with stealing over $50,000 from a deceased client’s estate and spending the funds on himself, officials said.

Michael Botton, 52, of West Long Branch has been charged with second-degree Theft by Unlawful Taking or Disposition and third-degree Failure to Make Required Disposition of Property Received.

An investigation by the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Financial Crimes and Public Corruption Bureau began after they received a referral from the Office of Attorney Ethics of the New Jersey Supreme Court. They determined that Botton made a series of unauthorized withdrawals from his deceased client’s estate from June

2014 through October 2020.

Botton, whose law office was formerly located in West Long Branch, stole nearly $58,000 and spent the funds on personal expenses.

According to officials, Botton allegedly failed to fulfi ll his responsibilities as executor of the estate. He allegedly cut off contact with the client’s goddaughter and failed to make the required payments to her. The share of the estate was intended to cover expenses for her to advance her education overseas, authorities said.

On July 15, Botton surrendered himself to law enforcement without incident and was released pending a fi rst appearance in Monmouth County Superior Court.

Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.

County Receives Healthcare Heroes Award

FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce that the Monmouth County Division of Benefits and Workforce Wellness has been chosen as the recipient of the NJBIZ 2022 Healthcare Heroes award for Workplace Wellness.

The NJBIZ Healthcare Heroes program was created 16 years ago to recognize excellence, promote innovation, and honor the efforts of individuals and organizations that make a significant impact on the quality of health care in New Jersey.

“The Board of County Commissioners is appreciative of the hard work the Division of Benefits and Workforce Wellness has done to promote workplace wellness.

Thank you to NJBIZ for recognizing the incredible work done by the Division with the Healthcare Heroes for Workplace Wellness Award,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “The Division has implemented Wellness Programs that are available to over 3,000 County employees throughout the year in different areas such

as preventative health, weight control & nutrition, and wellness challenges. The Wellness Program has proven to be effective for County employees who have stated that there has been a positive impact on their overall well-being.”

“Thank you to the Division of Benefits and Workforce Wellness whose goal is to reach all of the County’s employees through the Wellness Program to assist in areas of physical, financial, and mental health,” said Commissioner Nick DiRocco, liaison to the Division of Benefits and Workforce Wellness. “The Division incorporates the Wellness Program with yearly events such as flu shot clinics, biometric health screenings, blood pressure checks, cancer screenings, online retirement seminars, and lunchtime walking groups. The programs allow for County employees to stay active in their overall health and helps reduce potential chronic conditions to their physical and mental health.”

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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Before you purchase travel insurance, especially in this post COVID era, read the policy to make sure you are covered.

As with any insurance policy, you are only insured for certain enumerated conditions or events and there are always a ton of exclusions which will leave you uninsured.

These days, a lot of people are purchasing Travel Insurance in the event they cannot take a planned trip due to COVID restrictions, such as testing positive a few days before leaving for a Cruise. Many cruise lines will not permit you to board their ship if you recently tested positive for COVID, even if you have very minor symptoms or no symptoms at all. So, if you have tested positive for COVID can you file a successful insurance claim for your lost vacation?

In order to make a successful claim, your trip must have been cancelled due to a “Covered Event”. Your policy will list what is considered a “Covered Event” and it will also list the many, many Exclusions.

Read the “Covered Event” and “Exclusions” sections of the policy carefully. Many Trip (Travel) Protection Insurance Policies do not provide coverage for “travel restrictions imposed for a certain area by a governmental authority”, “a Pandemic or an Endemic”.

So, if just prior to your trip to Mexico the Mexican government closes its border to vacationers and you are denied entry into the Country then your insurance claim may be denied.

In addition, if you or a family member are ill or injured then your policy will require that you demonstrate that the sickness or injury commenced while your coverage is in effect under the Policy and you may be required to attend in-person treatment with a physician who must then diagnose you with a condition that is “so disabling in the written opinion of a Physician as to prevent you from taking

your Trip.” So, does the mere fact that you have tested positive for COVID necessarily mean that your condition is “so disabling in the written opinion of a Physician as to prevent you from taking your Trip? If not, your claim will be denied.

Additionally, don’t become blind-sided by the “Optional Cancel For Any Reason” coverage. Yes, you can purchase this optional coverage for an additional premium, but does this mean you can cancel for any reasons whatsoever? The answer is “NO”.

Again, you must read the policy. For example, one policy that I read stated that, “We will reimburse You... when You cancel your trip prior to departure for any reason not otherwise covered by this policy, provided [certain] conditions are met…” This sentence does not mean that you can ignore the many, many enumerated Exclusions in the policy.

Finally, make sure you are purchasing enough insurance benefits to cover your trip. Like any insurance policy, you choose the limits of your coverage and even if your claim is covered you will be limited by the amount of insurance coverage you purchased.

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

How Olive Oil Improves Pain And Neuropathy

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

And as I was sautéing the pupusas in olive oil for lunch today, my mind wandered to the medicinal benefits of this incredible oil. The focus of today’s article is on how olive oil could help small fiber neuropathy, or peripheral neuropathy. It’s a mild, but still very useful benefit of “oleuropein” which is derived from olives.

Here are some fun facts about olive trees and olive oil. Did you know 1 olive tree can live for approximately 500 years?

Olive oil is actually a “fruit juice” and it’s squeezed out of the olive fruit. Did you know that “cold pressed” means the olive oil was never heated and this is desirable?

Heating the oil will destroy the health benefits. Beauty junkies will be amused that the first eyeshadow was made using ground-up charcoal and olive oil!

People in Greece live a long time. Everyone knows the Mediterranean Diet is one of the healthiest in the entire world! I wonder if it’s because people who reside in Greece tend to consume about 5 gallons of olive oil per year from their diet! They are some of the longest-living human beings on planet Earth. Compare that with US citizens who on average consume only 6 cups annually. But back to neuropathy, since that is the point of my article.

Sadly, we’re seeing neuropathic pain and small fiber neuropathy increasing at a faster pace due to the use of certain vaccinations, and the viral infection itself.

People are aging, which is another risk factor, and then we have an epidemic of diabetes. So any information about reliev-

ing the pain of neuropathy is important.

Even if it’s as simple as olive oil!

It reduces pro-inflammatory (pain-causing) cytokines. This collectively means that the fruit juice we call “olive oil” can help reduce neuro-inflammation! It’s hard to study neuropathy in animals, but scientists figured out a way. Researchers literally poisoned rabbits with a chemical called alloxan (the same constituent associated with refined white flour) and then the rabbits got high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), which then leads to neuropathy. That was the point of the alloxan, to induce diabetes so they could study the impact of giving them oleuropein, which is found in olive oil. They did exactly that over 16 weeks and found significant benefits by reducing oxidative stress.

Here are a few cautions: Supplementing with excessive amounts of oleuropein can reduce blood pressure and blood sugar, and if you’re taking medications for those conditions, then the effect can be exacerbated. Olives are related to mangoes, cherries, peaches, almonds, and pistachios in case you have allergies to any of those.

I bet you want to cook with olive oil now.

Cooking with olive oil is fine as long as the temperature is low, or medium. It has a low smoke point which means you can’t cook with it on high. I think this is a very important point and one that is frequently overlooked. Supplements of olive leaf extract are widely available too. For a more detailed version of my article visit suzycohen.com

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2022 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Mental Health Services Are Available

FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is reminding residents that there are mental health services available through the Monmouth County Department of Human Services.

“With the 988 National Suicide Prevention Hotline launching nationwide, we want residents to remember that Monmouth County stands ready to help anyone who may need assistance coping with a mental health issue or emergency,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “Mental health is an essential part of overall health and well-being, and we encourage those who need help to take advantage of the numerous resources that the County has to offer.”

According to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to trained counselors who will listen, understand how the caller’s problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary.

The current Lifeline phone number (1-800273-8255) will remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally.

“Monmouth County is proud to offer mental health resources and services

through our Stigma Free program, which is a county-wide initiative that aims to reduce or eliminate any negative beliefs or stereotypes associated with mental illness and substance use disorders,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley, liaison to the Department of Human Services. “One in four adults experience a diagnosable mental disorder each year (approximately 61.5 million Americans) and 1 in 17 adults live with a serious mental illness such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Anyone who would like to learn more is strongly encouraged to visit our website, stigmafree-monmouth.org.”

The Monmouth County Stigma-Free Action Committee believes that every individual deserves to be treated with respect and that every person needing treatment regardless of the type of injury or condition should be able to get help without the fear, and the stigma of reaching out for help.

There are also a wide variety of resources available through community-based organizations to help those in need of mental health or related services.

If you or someone you know is in need of immediate access to mental health counselors, dial 988 to be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

If there is an emergency, dial 911.

National Night Out 2022

HOWELL – Sponsored by Howell PAL and Howell Township Police Department, National Night Out returns on August 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Xscape Theatre

Parking Lot. (Event is weather permitting) Enjoy vehicle displays, giveaways, DJ music, demonstrations and more! Plus the Cadet graduation.

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CLASSIFIEDS Auto For Sale Items Wanted 2013 Cadillac CTS - 1 owner, excellent condition. Only 16,000 miles.

Asking $19,000. Call 732-948-9381 or 732-477-1778, make offer.

(33) 2007 Buick Lacrosse CX - Silver.

Auto. 6 cyl. 55,000 miles. New tires. Inspection 6/24. Needs parking brake cable. Car sold as is. $6,500. 848-986-0839.

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Real Estate Window Looking To Purchase Home - in Surrey Downs in Freehold. Will pay up to $255,000.

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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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(33) 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.

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(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.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Local Pilots Take Young Eagles To The Skies Over LBI

By Stephanie A. Faughnan WEST CREEK – The thrill of seeing Long Beach Island from 1,000 feet above the ground became a reality for 93 young people who participated in Young Eagles flights.

Eagles Nest Airport hosted the free flights offered to children between the ages of 8 and 17 in conjunction with its open house.

The US Experimental Aircraft Association’s Young Eagles program strives to bring the joy of aviation to local youth.

“Seven pilots gave their time and fuel to take the kids up this week alone,” said Kurt Stof ko, organizer of the Ocean County Young Eagles program. “We also fly out of Ocean County Airport and the pilots go from there to Seaside so the kids can see all the amusements.”

Stofko said the engines are shut down and the propellers are not turning when the children are first led to the planes. In most cases, it’s just the pilot and three student passengers aboard for the flights that last between 15 and 20 minutes.

“We guide the children to the plane and the pilot first talks about safety,” Stofko said.

“We also have a couple of young people that go around and talk about the airplane.”

Participants become engaged in the preflight check and have the opportunity to ask questions before take-off. They all receive a certificate and log book at the completion of the trip.

The pilots who volunteer their time all do a good job of reassuring the kids and making them feel at ease. Many wish they’d had the opportunity to participate in something like the Young Eagles program in their youth.

With thirty years as a teacher in the Barnegat school district, Stofko appears to be perfectly suited in leading the local Young Eagles chapter. He’s combined a couple of his passions in doing so and his followers appreciate him.

“Kurt’s pretty chill and great to work with,” said Michael Randall, 16, who will be entering his junior year at Southern Regional High School this fall.

Michael first learned about the Young Eagles when he was a Boy Scout and attended a fair in 2018. Stofko was at the event and distributed information about the program.

In addition to offering young people the

opportunity to experience a fl ight on a small plane, the Young Eagles program allows kids the chance to learn more about how planes work.

“We did amazing things, which started with using videos like an online flight school,” Michael said. “We used a website that gave us charts, taught us about different departures, and all the nomenclature associated with aircraft.”

Prior to COVID shutting down many activities, Michael was helping Stofko build a plane. The Pientpol aircraft project requires a great deal of dedication and time. It’s been put on hold for now.

The work involved includes building all the structure and covering it with fabric.

The next step involves rebuilding an engine.

“It’s something I really enjoyed doing,” shared Michael. “I’m hoping we go back to it once everything is up and running again.”

Michael f lew with the Young Eagles program for the first time in 2019. He continues to love the world of aviation and would love to go for his private pilot’s license – although he recognizes the cost as prohibitive.

Last weekend, Michael had the chance to go up in the air again. He could not have been more ecstatic things were coming back together.

The Young Eagles offers free flights to children ages 8-17 four times a year.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE “Let It Be: A Celebration Of The Music Of The Beatles”

ATLANTIC CITY – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment announced today a 2022 partnership to co-present a fan-favorite Broadway show that will take place in Sound Waves inside the resort destination. This summer’s line up will “Let It Be: A Celebration of the Music of The Beatles” August 19 through 28.

“Hard Rock Atlantic City is thrilled to bring Broadway back to the boardwalk with Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment,” said Joe Lupo, president of Hard Rock Atlantic City. “We are happy to continue our partnership and bring shows like ‘Let It Be’ to our guests to celebrate some of music’s most legendary performers.”

“Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment is proud to partner again with Hard Rock Atlantic City to bring these iconic stories about the legends of rock n roll back to the Boardwalk,” says Bob Nederlander, Jr., President & CEO of Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment.

Tickets are on sale at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com and Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000.

The 2022 shows include: “Let It Be: A Celebration of the Music of The Beatles” August 19 through 28.

Relive the past from Ed Sullivan to Abbey Road, with favorite hits including “Hard Day’s Night,” “Day Tripper,” “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,” “Twist and Shout,” “Get Back,” “I Wanna Hold Your Hand,” “Strawberry Fields,” and imagine the reunion that never was

with “Let It Be.” The end of The Beatles era was never thought to be in sight when The Beatles played their last show on the roof of Apple Offices in 1969. Imagine what would have been if The Beatles continued their journey. Enter a time capsule and turn back time to what would have been John Lennon’s 40th Birthday – October 9, 1980. For one night, the fab four come together again on stage after a decade apart performing other hits like “Back in the USSR,” “Live and Let Die,” “Got to Get you Into My Life,” “My Sweet Lord,” “Hey Jude,” and many more.

Seen by more than 2 million people worldwide, “Let It Be: A Celebration of the Music of the Beatles” made its North American debut in the Spring of 2015 with an eight-week run throughout the U.S. and Canada. Now, based on the Broadway show praised as “by bar the best Beatles show yet” (New York Times), Annerin Productions brings audiences a new revamped show for its 2016 touring season.

The original production, which established itself as one of the West End’s most popular shows when it opened in 2012, also recently celebrated having performed over 1,000 shows, showcased the music of the world’s most successful rock’n’roll band that charted the band’s meteoric rise from their humble beginnings in Liverpool’s Cavern Club, through the height of Beatlemania, to their later studio masterpieces that was packed with all your favorite hits.

It’s Baby Season - Wildlife Nesting In Your Home

Renee Thomaier Retired NJ Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator JERSEY SHORE – Is there wildlife nesting in your home? This is typically because a mother is looking for a place to birth and raise her babies.

Unfortunately with so much habitat destruction – trees being removed, lawns and shrubs transitioning to pavement - there are little choices for mothers seeking a nesting place. If you decide to remove trees or shrubs from your property, consider replacing them. Wildlife is less likely to nest in your home if they can find a ‘natural’ nesting place.

To help deter wildlife from entering your chimney, install a chimney cap. They are inexpensive and will discourage a variety of wildlife species from coming to stay with you. Periodically check and replace rotting wood, damaged shingles, close up entry areas into your home. Soffits and

dryer vents are favorite nesting places for starlings.

If desperate enough, you might encounter wildlife nesting in your garage or shed.

This happens because doors are left open or there are weak areas in the structure allowing even the smallest animals to take up residence. Obviously limit access to these structures when you’re not around and periodically check and repair the weak areas.

Should you realize you have mother and babies living in your home, leave them alone. Contact a professional for help.

There are humane ways to remove the animals.

Note that this information is general and does not address every problem or solution. Should you require assistance, I am happy to help. To reach me please call 732-244-2768.

It is illegal to possess wildlife for any reason without the proper state and/or federal permits.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of July 30 - aug 5

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Show off your best ideas but do not spend time defending them to anyone committed to misunderstanding.

Put extra money in a savings account. The week ahead offers you a chance to improve your home or be generous toward family.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Avoid arguments, but if they occur, rest assured that there may be a time later in the week ahead to rectify the situation and put things right. Intense and passionate choices may earn a high-five from an avid admirer.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Extravagance of thought and deed isn’t enough to fulfill your heart.

Don’t put your signature on any documents until later in the week. Your hard-earned cash is much too precious to squander on emotional purchases.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): An astute mind sees opportunities, not obstacles. You can find resourceful ways to turn a profit and negotiate better terms, Money might burn a hole in your pocket today, but love could burn in your heart as the week passes.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Every hour moves you closer to the culmination of your dreams. Be smart when wisdom is required and enthusiastic when passion is needed in the week to come. Be on the alert for opportunities and offers.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Do something that shows off your ability to work well with others. You likely are a strong, but fair and kindhearted competitor. There might be moments in the coming week when your timing and thoughtfulness is impeccable.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may not find the word “impossible” in your dictionary during the week ahead. Avoid friction with your friends by being especially tolerant and open-minded.

Spread joy to make your dreams come true.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): To make money you must be practical; love and relationships are not so predictable. In the week ahead use discernment to handle purchases but banish preconceived expectations when spending time with a partner.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Be patient because the person you love is doing the best they can. By the end of the week, your judgment may be much improved, and you might very well be given an opportunity to make your dreams come true.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A partner or loved ones could be overly emotional at times, but you will likely be gratified by their loyalty. It might be wise to investigate your options for retirement funds or insurance protection as the week unfolds.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Pledge to achieve at least one of your goals and you should be able to accomplish it. By the end of the week, you could be in a much better position to ask the boss for a promotion or ask for a favor from a friend.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you work hard and focus on sensible plans and clever strategies, your expectations should be met. Consult with a professional adviser such as an accountant or doctor nearer the end of the week if needed.

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