By Mark Bator HOWELL The Planning Board voted unanimously to approve the construction of a new convenience store gas station on the corner of Strickland Road and the northbound side of Route 9. Returning before the Planning Board, attorney Jason Tuvel appeared on behalf of the applicant, 7-Eleven, Inc., to present augmentations to the final major site plan that will bring a new 2,999-square-foot convenience store and a six-pump fuel dispensing area that can accommodate up to 12 vehicles. The site will feature a large canopy over the pump areas and will have 25 parking spaces. At least one of the parking spaces will be designated as an electric vehicle (E.V.) charging station, with the possibility that others may be converted to E.V. spots in the By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – A total of 51 recruits graduated from the 29th annual Sheriff Youth Week Program, giving the community a look at the future of law enforcement.Thehighlyrecognized program is not your ordinary summer camp. It provides high schoolers with a unique opportunity to explore interests in law enforcement through police academy-style training, exercise ac-
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–Photo courtesy Monmouth County Sheriff ’s Office A total of 51 recruits participated in Sheriff Youth Week Program. tivities and instructional sessions. The five-day camp began with Sheriff Shaun Golden telling recruits to bring energy, enthusiasm and excitement with them each“Weday.are so proud of the entire Sheriff Youth Week class for staying the course and commend all for completing this intensive week of law enforcement training. At the beginning of the week, I tell the recruits –Photos by Mark Bator (Top) The pond at the entrance of the Bear Swamp Natural Area. (Right) The eastern box turtle may be encountered at the site. (Below) Deep in the woods, off the actual hiking trail, the ruins of the Maxim Powder factory may be found. (Gas Station - See Page 2) (Sheriff - See Page 4)
Through an extraordinary effort across state, county and local offices, years of research, negotiation and work culminated in the designation of the Bear Swamp Natural Area in 2012.
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Tucked away and unmarked from the road, the Bear Swamp offers visitors a chance to hike through undisturbed natural areas while also passing by some of Howell’s history. For those who want to make the trek, it is fi rst necessary to fi nd the entrance to the park itself. Located on Maxim Road approximately two-tenths of a mile west of the intersection with Lakewood Farmingdale Road, the one-lane gravel and dirt entrance is unmarked, and leads back to the gate at the head of the hiking trail. Once through the gate, the trail quickly enters into the tree line, where hikers are surrounded by woods before breaking out briefly to an open field on the right side. But upon its return to the woods, the trail then splits in two as it loops through the e astern part of the preserve. Well off the designated trail, one can fi nd the ruins of the Maxim Powder Company. Reclaimed (Bear Swamp - See Page 3)
–Photo by Mark Bator The Exxon station will be demolished, and replaced by a new 7-Eleven convenience store and gas station.
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By Mark Bator HOWELL – Ten years ago, the Township of Howell made the historic decision to set aside a tract of land that had been reclaimed by nature, and in doing so, preserved not only open space, but a piece of history, as well.Beginning in 1987, Howell began to slowly acquire parcels of land that were eventually linked up to form one contiguous stretch of open space. The goal, according to the township’s 2012 Master Plan land use amendment, was to establish “a venue for passive recreation while protecting the natural resources and the environmentally sensitive nature of the tract.”
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Impervious coverage is the percentage of a plot of land that’s covered by roads, buildings, or anything else that rain water can’t get through.
With the changes in township ordinances in place, and with approval from the State of New Jersey, the application was finally able to move forward nearly 16 months after their appearance at the Planning Board.
Gas Station: Continued From Page 1 future. Other improvements will include a larger retaining basin for stormwater, new lighting fixtures and bike racks. Getting to a final vote has been a long process for the applicant, as the company faced contradictory and conflicting regulations and ordinances from both the Township of Howell and the New Jersey Department of Transportation. The main point of contention involved an access driveway to the location that was originally planned for Strickland Road. The site had previously been described by Tuvel as “somewhat of a peninsula, with three frontages” inasmuch as it sits between the roughly parallel roadways of Route 9 and Wyckoff Mills Road, while bounded to the south by a short stretch of Strickland Road. The rhomboid-shaped property is directly across the street from “The Villages” residential development, and just north of Woolley’s Fish Market. When the applicant appeared before the Planning Board on April 1, 2021, they had cleared the Environmental Commission, and had expressed the desire to replace the current Exxon gas station with a new convenience store and array of pumps. While the original site plan did run into questions from the Planning Board regarding lighting fixtures, the application drew more rigid opposition regarding signage being proposed. “I honestly have to say I think even the two canopy signs are ridiculous,” said Township Planner Jennifer Beahm during the original application hearing. “There’s no reason for them. People are generally not that dumb. I don’t see the need at all. I have to tell you that you’re going to have your work cut out for you, because I don’t think you’re going to be able to justify it. It’s sign clutter that’s unnecessary.”However,inorder to comply with the township’s ordinances at that time, an entrance to the property was required to the site from a perpendicular roadway, which would have been Strickland Road. While the original site plan was compliant with the town’s ordinances, it later ran afoul of the New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT). According to the applicant, the DOT first gave approval for the Strickland Road entrance, which would comply with the ordinances in place for Howell in 2021. However, the DOT then made a contradictory statement, indicating that the driveway would be problematic for traffic. “The DOT pushed back on that driveway for the reasons that Strickland Road is really a limited length between Wyckoff Mills and Route 9,” explained site engineer Jeffrey Martell. “They were concerned with potential customers being tempted to make a left in off of Strickland, and really the limited productivity of that driveway. So, for reasons that the DOT put forth, and the fact that since the original approval the town ordinance has changed, and the requirement to have that driveway is no longer part of the conditional use criteria, we have since removed that driveway from the plan and obtained NJDOT approval.”
“The changes to the plan that were made as a result of removing the Strickland Road driveway,” opined Tuvel to the Board, “were probably for the benefit of the site, where we were able to reduce impervious coverage by an additional three percent, [and] add additional landscaping to the property.”
The location is scheduled to have five employees during hours of operation, consisting of an onsite manager, two gas attendants, and two workers within the convenience store. Given that it is a 24-hour facility, deliveries will be frequent, consisting of trucks that will restock the convenience store weekly, as well as fuel deliveries estimated to be four to five times a week. Garbage pickup for refuse and recycling will be done twice a week. Despite the Board’s concerns about traffic and the site’s proximity to “The Villages” residential area, no one from the public raised opposition to the project when given the opportunity to speak during the application process.Thenew site will be “a relocation” of the existing 7-Eleven convenience store that currently sits at the corner of Casino Drive and Route 9.
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However, despite the loss of an appendage, Maxim was undeterred from dressing as King Neptune and being the man who crowned the fi rst two Miss Americas in the 1920s. Whether the remains of the powder factory are haunted is a matter for visitors to decide, but those venturing to the site are strongly discouraged from disturbing the ruins in any way, as they represent not only Howell’s, but America’s history, as well. In addition, the ruins are fragile and dangerous. Anyone who makes the mistake of going off trail to fi nd the ruins will undoubtedly need to check for ticks, as the swamp is fertile ground for them as well as a variety of other biting insects. The biodiversity of the Bear Swamp was, in fact, a key point that helped get the area preserved. While it is a swamp, the variety of flora and fauna that may be found here is quite impressive. While bears are ubiquitous in New Jersey and have been spotted in all 21 counties of the state, the chance of encountering one, despite the swamp’s name, is fairly remote. That said, Howell has recently had bear sightings within the township’s borders, so hikers should keep their eyes and ears open for such an eventuality.Amphibians such as Fowler’s toad are common, but the area is also renowned for the rare Pine Barrens tree frog. Mammals such as deer are commonplace. Reptiles are also found here, and while snakes may be difficult to locate under the lush, shaded canopy of the deciduous forest, it is not uncommon to encounter the eastern box turtle. A variety of birds may be seen, but more often heard, in the woods. Visitors will undoubtedly see the most prominent member of the bird family to visit the site, namely, the Canadian goose. The geese collect in droves in the pond near the entrance, which is fed by several of the six streams that traverse the site. Freshwater fishing is permitted at the location, but swimming is prohibited.Deeperinto the site, the trail again breaks out of the lush forest and runs along the tracks of the Southern Railroad which serves to bisect the Bear Swamp preserve. As one might imagine, this part of the trail is considerably less buggy, but one left turn back into the tree line places hikers into wet, muddy passages and a battle with biting insects once again. Depending on whether visitors decide to leave the trail, which is not recommended, the entire hike will total just over two miles, and since horseback riding is permitted at the location, hikers may encounter members of the equine family, and the things they occasionally leave behind.
While the Township of Howell has been discussing the possibility of posting trail cameras in some of their natural areas, currently, the only way to see the animals in sites such as Bear Swamp is for residents and visitors to go to the location themselves.
Maxim’s innovation, smokeless gunpowder, was patented in 1889 and revolutionized warfare as it made detection by the enemy much more difficult. Weapons and ammunition apparently ran in the Maxim family bloodline, as his brother, Hiram, invented the Maxim gun, which functioned as the first true automatic machine gun. Not to be outdone, his nephew, Hiram Percy Maxim, invented the silencer. Eventually Maxim sold the patents to DuPont and continued working in later life as a munitions expert until his death in 1927. Over the course of his lifetime, Maxim acquired numerous patents thanks to his munitions expertise, and even became a wartime consultant to the U.S. Government due to his knowledge of fi rearms. “Some of the things that happened, I don’t say got lost to history, but they’re small events on their own,” says Novak about Maxim’s role in America during the late Nineteenth and early Twentieth Centuries. “But you take all these pieces together over time and they had some contribution to overall U.S. history. But they’ve become sidebars or side notes to the overall marks of history. I mean, smokeless powder I guess, was a good thing.”
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Recruits would begin each day with drills and end them with exercise. that they if they are engaged and excited about this program, it will be an experience of a lifetime.” Sheriff Golden said. “Sheriff Youth Week provides our youth to explore the realm of possibilities of a career in public safety. As a result, many will become future leaders in law enforcement.”Recruitswould begin each day with drills and end them with exercise. They took part in interactive sessions such as mock drills from the Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT) and the Monmouth County Emergency Response Team, MOCERT. A major part of the camp was recruits spending half of the day at the Monmouth County Fire Academy where they learned what it takes to become a firefighter. This included a tour of the smoke house, learning how to handle a hose and climbing the ladder.
Another day was spent at the Situational Training and Response Simulator, STARS facility where recruits learned about the VirTra Simulator, a decision making and tactical firearms virtual threat simulator which is equipped with five large screens and shows real life scenarios.Recruits watched several demonstrations such as K9s, Project Lifesaver, vehicle simulators, drones, dive team and motor vehicle stops. They also watched presentations on bullying, cyberbullying and the after effects, what you need to know about drugs, a bicycle patrol with an caltions,themuchlearnedgreat.encetheafirstingfitnessofentirecourse,policeinteractivebicycleandanregimenhealthandinclud-a5Krun.“Thisismyyearasrecruitandexperi-hasbeenI’vesothroughpresenta-physi-fitnessand
the interactive displays. I’ve been thinking about a career in law enforcement and Sheriff Youth Week was very inspiring,” said N’Seaya Barksdale, Neptune.“Thisweek has been very challenging, it’s a lot of work, but at the same time it’s been a lot of fun. I’ve made new friends and it’s an experience I wouldn’t want to miss, since I have aspirations to become a member of law enforcement or emergency services.” said ZacharyOne of the presentations was on bicycle patrol which Dubois, Hazlet. “This is my second year participating in Sheriff Youth Week and it’s amazing, there is nothing like it. The instructors do a fantastic job, they challenge you and I’ve learned so much about all aspects of law enforcement,” said Molly Bennett, Spring Lake Heights. At the conclusion of the week, the graduation ceremony was held and certificates were handed out by Sheriff Golden to each participant.
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This is a scary moment. The Supreme Court just dismantled abortion rights across America. As a result, twenty-six states could outlaw abortion, including 13 that have passed “trigger” laws to take effect immediately after the Court overturns Roe v. Wade. This news should set off alarm bells for all Americans. Our fundamental freedoms are coming under attack by a hyper-partisan supermajority on the Court. And this could just be the beginning. But there’s a way to fight back, which is why I’m urging Congress to pass the Judiciary Act of 2021. The Judiciary Act would rebalance the Supreme Court by adding four new seats, giving us 13 justices in total. It’s just what we need to move away from extremely partisan rulings and restore the legitimacy of the Court - and it’s been done before. In fact, Congress has changed the size of the Supreme Court seven times already in our nation’s history. A recent poll showed that the majority of Americans support expanding the court again now.It’spast time for Congress to get on board with this crucial bill. Frank Ranuro Point Pleasant cowards!All25 of those who switched sides were Republicans. I say “switched sides” because they’re not on our side any more. There were 3.5 million veterans going all the way back to Vietnam who were potentially denied access to life-saving healthcare because of 25 senators who decided playing political games was more important than the wellbeing of the men and women who fought forTheyus. lied and said it was about funding, but that doesn’t make it any better. They didn’t think that the veterans deserved the health care automatically. The Republicans wanted to vote every year to see if they would continue paying the bill for healthcare for America’s veterans. Could you imagine? You’re a Gulf War vet. You get home with a host of lung problems. For 15 years the government has said you’re not worth taking a community and school district that provided access to both a rigorous and inspiring curriculum, while also a variety of enrichment opportunities through the arts, athletics, and clubs that to this day I credit my success in adulthood. I knew then I had found my “hometown.”
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Soon we realized that there was no place quite like Toms River, a town that has grown in so many ways, but maintains the feeling of a small-town community and much of that feeling is due to the Toms River Regional School District. The last few years have been difficult for everyone, and they have certainly been challenging for our beloved district. Throughout our region, school districts have faced unprecedented changes and difficulties and Toms River has been no different, from financial strain due to state aid cuts, a long and costly superintendent search, building delays and the ongoing pressures our teachers and staff carry every day. Our district needs leadership within the Board of Education, to help support the district through these trying times, as well as lead it to the realization of its goals including: balancing student achievement and engagement with social and emotion-
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the SSVF program, the legislation would also require the Secretary of Defense to submit an annual report to Congress detailing food and housing insecurity experienced by current reserve component service members, across all seven components of the Reserves and National Guard. “The SSVF program has proven to be a tremendous success, helping thousands of veterans and their families find quality, affordable housing,” said Sen. Booker. “Yet, former members of the National Guard and Reserves are often ineligible to access the benefits of this program despite the critical role they played in protecting our nation and serving our communities. With this legislation, we will ensure that we honor our commitment to those who have served and sacrificed for our country by finally expanding eligibility of the SSVF program to national guardsmen, reservists, and their families.”
“The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) applauds Sen. Cory Booker for introducing the Supportive Services for Reserve Component Veterans and Families Act. Those who served in the National Guard and Military Reserve have been ineligible for many benefits when not federally activated. This important legislation would remove this barrier to entry from the Department of Veteran Affairs’ Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program,” NCHV CEO Kathryn Monet stated. “NCHV thanks Senator Booker for expanding access to SSVF for veterans of both the Guard and Reserve, bringing us one step closer to achieving our mission of ending veteran homelessness.”
“Soldier On supports efforts to expand the existing SSVF grant eligibility guidelines to include low-income veterans of the National Guard and their families,” said Bruce Buckley, Chief Executive Officer of Soldier On. “Service members should never be in a position where they are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. By expanding SSVF grant eligibility we can ensure that an even larger portion of our veteran population can access housing stabilization services in their local communities.”
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“Retired and separated National Guardsmen often face the same housing challenges as their former active-component brothers and sisters, yet many are ineligible for help from of the VA’s Supportive Services for Veteran Families program,” said retired Brig. Gen. J. Roy Robinson, President of the National Guard Association of the United States. “We applaud Senator Booker for this bill that would correct this longstanding inequity.”“OurNational Guard and Reserve are at the forefront when crisis hits,” said Dave Pearson, Assistant Director of Veteran Services for Catholic Family & Community Services in the Diocese of Paterson and Co-Chair of the New Jersey SOS Veteran Stakeholder Group. “Whether it’s a flood, hurricane or national emergency, it’s always our citizen soldiers who answer the call and respond to the need. We support Senator Booker’s initiative in extending SSVF emergency housing services to our National Guard and Reserve people. Creating a safeguard for the families of these state heroes if they are in jeopardy of losing their homes is a small request for those who give so much to our communities in our most trying times.”
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) announced legislation to expand the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program, which promotes housing stability among very low-income veteran families who reside in or are transitioning to permanent housing. The Supportive Services for Reserve Component Veterans and Families Act would expand SSVF eligibility to former members of the National Guard and Reserves who have retired or separated from service after having served a term of enlistment. Established in 2011, the SSVF program has helped decrease veteran homelessness by 50% and assisted 850,000 veterans and their family members by permanently housing, rapidly rehousing, or preventing them from becoming homeless. However, under the program’s current guidelines, many former members of the National Guard and Reserve Component, who were not activated for federal active duty military service while serving, are ineligible for the program.Inaddition to expanding eligibility of
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“The Veterans Multi-Service Center (VMC) is proud to support the expansion of SSVF eligibility to many National Guardsmen and Reservists who are in need of these valuable services,” said Peter R. Wine, SSVF Program Manager, The Veterans Multi-Service Center. “The current proposal is a more equitable solution for the men and women who have served our country and the VMC is prepared to meet Senator Booker’s call to action.” community news@jerseyshoreonline.com.
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HOWELL – Howell PAL Theater Company’s sensational, summer musical is all about kids of all ages and sizes becoming extraordinary superheroes who learn they can write their own story, and be empowered to change the world around them. Matilda, the Broadway Musical is a joyous, uplifting story of a courageous girl who, armed with a vivid imagination dares to take a stand to change her own destiny. Inspired by the twisted genius of author Roald Dahl, with book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world. Matilda, (played by 6th grader Kylie Ferland) is a brilliant bookworm who escapes the horrors of her cruel and zany parents Mr. and Mrs. Wormwood, (played by sophomores, Cooper Stahl and Kayla Brown). With the kind support and reassurance of the school’s librarian, Mrs. Phelps (played by senior, Giada Garcia), Matilda fi nds comfort in the imaginary world of books. Matilda impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey (played by sophomore, Adysson Fazio) and over the course of her fi rst term at school, Matilda and Miss Honey have a profound effect on each other’s lives. Yet, all good superhero stories need a despicable villain. The young students of Crunchem Hall must deal with the child-hating headmistress Miss Trunchbull, (played by college freshman Brian PAL eater Company Presents: Matilda
Photo courtesy Howell PAL Theater Company Beehler in Friday night’s performance) and (college freshman Aidan Panno, in Saturday’s performance) who loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. In true Roald Dahl fashion, the circumstances go from bad to worse. Matilda starts a revolution with the help of her superhero classmates: Bruce (played by 7th grader, Brennan Boyce), Lavender (played by 4th grader, Chloe Nowosacki), Tommy (played by 7th grader, Anthony Lisi), Nigel (played by 5th grader, Miles Imregi), Amanda (played by 4th grader, Madison Butler), Alice (played by 6th grader, Alexa Lege), Eric (played by 9th grader, Michael Manekas) and Hortensia (played by 7th grader, Kaitlyn Waterman) and with an ensemble of big kids, little kids and parents who all learn to stand up for themselves through unforgettable high-energy dance numbers and memorable songs. Howell Police Athletic League Theater’s Artistic Director, Gillian Bryck is proud to present a full-scale Broadway musical for our Jersey shore communities to enjoy. “Our cast of 52 young actors, ages 7 to 18 have been working long summer hours, four-times a week learning difficult songs and choreography. This will be a treat for audiences to see.” Matilda is presented by special arrangement from MTI (Music Theater International) on September 9 at 7:30 p.m. and September 10 at 2 p.m. at the Historic Strand Theater. Tickets are on sale: hpaltc.booktix.com
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HOWELL – Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey is presenting their 2nd Annual Dementia Awareness and Wellness focused event at Calgo Gardens, in Farmingdale on September 29 from 2 to 6Overp.m.
HOWELL – The next Breakfast Bonanza Networking, hosted by the Howell Chamber of Commerce, will be held on August 23 from 8 to 9 a.m. at Big City Bagels, Route 9, Aldrich Road. Meet other chamber members, network with local businesses, share what’s happening with your business and any upcoming events/promotions. Cost to attend is $7 for members, $14 for not yet members whether you eat or not (cash only). Includes coffee/tea and a bagel with butter or cream cheese. If you wish to order a different item, you will have a $6 credit (the additional $1 is gratuity for staff) and you pay the restaurant the difference over $6. Not yet members are welcome to attend up to two Chamber meetings/ events.
Dementia Awareness & Wellness Day
2022 Linda E. Cardinale MS Center Bene t
30 area professionals and dementia related experts and dementia friendly providers will be on site to provide free resources, consultations, workshops, support, give-a-ways and even free raffle prizes! The focus of this event is to offer caregivers a peaceful and nurturing environment for attendees to learn about the resources available to them while enjoying opportunities for self-care and wellness. Workshops/Presentations and Wellness offerings include: mini chair yoga & reiki by The Yoga Loft, Garden tours, Speakers on Current Trends in Dementia Treatments & Transitioning to a Care Setting; Learn about Gardening for Wellness. Attendees can and shop in eclectic gift shop “The Barn.” The day ends with a light dinner and film featuring PBS Documentary “There is a Bridge” at the Tulip Tree Cafe. Music, healthy snacks, vendor tables and relaxing in the many quaint areas on the beautiful and peaceful grounds of Calgo Gardens will be offered throughout the day. Area seniors, those diagnosed with dementia, their caregivers, professionals and anyone interested are invited to attend. There is no fee to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated. For directions, details and a list of workshops and provider and preregistration, visit: tia-awareness-and-wellness-daycaregivervolunteers.org/demenor call 732-505-2273. Pre-registration is required for Yoga and Reiki sessions and for the dinner/fi lm. system. The symptoms of MS can range from mild – producing little or no disability – to severe – leading to substantial disability, sometimes quickly. The unpredictable physical and emotional effects can be life-long, but effective treatment can help manage symptoms and change the course of the disease. Only 200 Gordon Stillwell Tasting Room tickets will be sold for this year’s event – so do not delay in making your commitment. They anticipate a sell out and reservations are taken on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis. Visit centrastatefoundation.org/special-events/msbenefit for more information.
HOWELL – The Howell Heritage and Historical Society (HHHS) will meet on August 26 beginning at 7 p.m. The August HHHS program on “Baskets - Form and Function” will be given by society member, Virginia Krzyzanowski. Come fi nd out about the story of basketry uses over time. The meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the fourth Friday of the month, January through October, at the Ardena Baptist Church gym. Light refreshments are available following the meeting. More Society information can be found at howellheritagehistoricalsociety. org or Facebook: Howell Heritage and Historical Society NJ.
Heritage And Historical Society Upcoming Meeting
Breakfast Bonanza Networking
MCPO Announce 14 Arrests For Child Sexual Abuse Material Sexual Abuse Materials). Brian Flynn, 31, of Hazlet, a sales representative, was arrested on May 24; following an investigation, it was discovered that he used peer-to-peer file-sharing software to create child pornography files available to others online. Flynn is charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, second-degree (Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Materials) and one count of third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials).Kenneth Ayala, 21, of Hazlet Township, was arrested on May 25 and is charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials).OsamaHassaballa, 37, of Ocean Township, a taxi driver, was arrested on June 9, and is charged with one count of third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials). Brian Picardi, 60, of Keansburg, who was arrested on June 16 and is charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Child Sexual Abuse Materials). Since 2020, about 550 CyberTips have resulted in a total of 77 arrests in Monmouth County, officials said.
The Howell Times, August 20, 2022, Page 9jerseyshoreonline.com VISIT US ON OUR WEBSITE AT: WWW. RCSHEA.COM TOMS RIVER OFFICE 244 Main St., Toms River, NJ 08753 • (732) 505-1212 BERKELEY AREA (800) 556-7432 MANCHESTER AREA (732) 408-9455 BRICK AREA (732) 451-0800 KNOW YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS! (House Calls Available By Appointment) BUYING, SELLING, OR REFINANCING YOUR HOME? SERIOUS LEGAL MATTERS REQUIRE SERIOUS AND EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS RCS R.C.SHEA &ASSOCIATES COUNSELLORS AT LAW By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – Since January 2022, the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office have made a total of 14 arrests and also two recent sentencings in connection to incidents involving child sexual abuse material, officials said. The following have been criminally charged:EarlGrant, 40, of Neptune, was arrested on January 21 and is charged with one count of third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials).Michael Hernandez, 21, of Colts Neck, was arrested on February 24, and is charged with one count of third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials). Stephen Galiatsatos, 38, Neptune Township, who was employed as a ride share driver, was arrested on March 10 and is charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials). Jeffery Hitt, 74, of Middletown, who is retired, was arrested on March 21 and is charged with one count of third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials) and one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Distribution of Child Sexual AbuseMichaelMaterials).Mezzina, 61, of Holmdel Township, was arrested on March 29 after the Holmdel Township Police Department received a report from an electronics store employee that child sexual abuse materials were found on a laptop that Mezzina dropped off for repair. Mezzina was charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual AbuseWilliamMaterials).Grimmer, 58, of Ocean Township, was arrested on April 21 and charged with third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials).YangChen, 27, of Aberdeen Township, was arrested on April 14 and is charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials).RyanCutaneo, 22, of Howell, was arrested on April 28 and is charged with one count of third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials).CalvinMartinez, 31, of Ocean Township, was arrested on May 12 and is charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials).SantiagoReyes-Carrada, 30, of Keyport, was arrested on May 5 and is charged with one count of third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child P OLICE B LOTTER
Convictions on second-degree charges of this nature are punishable by up to 10 years in state prison; convictions on third-degree charges of this nature are punishable by up to five years. Either would also result in defendants being registered under Megan’s Law and assigned Parole Supervision for life.Additionally, Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Lori Linskey announced the sentencings of two defendants which took place on July 29: John V. Catalano, 36, of Nottingham Way in Freehold, was sentenced to five years in a New Jersey State Prison for second-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child – Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Materials, to include two and a half years mandatory parole ineligibility and mandatory Megan’s Law registration. Catalano pleaded guilty to the second-degree charge on February 9. On September 9, 2019, Catalano was charged after authorities found him over 25 images of child sexual abuse material.
The second sentencing, involved Barton Cross-Tierney 2nd, 32, of Ocean Township, who received three years for third-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child and three years for third-degree Exhibiting Obscenity to a Minor. These two sentences will run concurrently. Upon release, Cross-Tierney faces mandatory Megan’s Law registration and Parole Supervision for Life. Cross-Tierney pleaded guilty to the two charges on February 9. (Police Blotter
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The Jersey Shore has a lot to offer visitors and residents but not just humans. Romeo was seen recently enjoying the surf at Berkeley Island Park after a very hot walk. (Photo by Bonnie Mchale) Want to win tickets to a BlueClaws game or Six Flags? Email your summer shore pictures to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com
Lions Club Surpasses Fundraising Goal
MATAWAN – Earth Care Day is a free family fun day that is filled with adventures and experiences to help you learn more about ourEarthenvironment!CareDay2022 will be on October 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cheesequake State Park, 300 Gordon Road, Matawan. There will be exhibitors with touch stations, games and crafts, demonstrations to show how you can lead a more environmentally Earth Care Day 2022 friendly lifestyle, a guided Bird Walk & Talk and Forest Explorations that teach how much more there is in the forest as you walk through, scavenger hunts for our younger guests, a character corner for pictures, and a critter Meet & Greet with forest residents. Join for an afternoon of adventure and connecting with our environment! Visit earthsharenj.org/earth-care-day for more information.
TOMS RIVER – The Lions Clubs International Foundation has reached its goal of raising $300 million while completing 300 million acts of service around the world. In fact, the organization raised more than $324 million and completed 495 acts of service. Anyone interested in donating may send a check payable to either Toms River Lions Club or make it payable to LCIF. Be sure to indicate LCIF in the memo section of their check. We can also accept credit card payments by telephoning Lion Mel at 732239-8968 and designate the donation is for LCIF. Anyone wishing to join us in these efforts can speak to Lion Mel at the number listed here or email tomsriverlionsclub@ gmail.com. They will be directed to the nearest club to their home.
HOWELL – The Howell Elks Lodge #2515 will be hosting a Vendor Fair on September 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 84 Ramtown Greenville Road. Howell Elks Vendor Fair
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In December 2018, a juvenile contacted the FBI tipline and reported that she had engaged in an inappropriate online relationship with an adult male from Ocean, NJ. Cross-Tierney has used the online platform Discord to video chat with the victim and committed sexual acts. Additionally, he was in contact with another minor and engaged in sexual acts while in a video chat with thatThevictim.Monmouth County ICAC Task Force includes members of the MCPO and the following police departments: Aberdeen, Belmar, Bradley Beach, Eatontown, Fair Haven, Highlands, Holmdel, Howell, Keyport, Manalapan, Marlboro, Middletown, Ocean Township, Red Bank, Spring Lake, Spring Lake Heights, Tinton Falls, Wall and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations; the Task Force also receives investigative support from the police departments in Colts Neck, Highlands, Hazlet, Howell, Union Beach, Neptune, Keansburg, Red Bank, West Long Branch, Ocean Township, as well as members from the New Jersey Regional Computer Forensic Laboratory. Despite these charges, every defendant is presumed innocent, unless and until found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, following a trial at which the defendant has all of the trial rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and State law.
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• Monmouth Area Flying Club (MAFC): organization, aircraft, aviation gear and equipment, introduction to local aviation, aviation radio
Flying High With Amateur Radio
• On Air Amateur Radio (“ham radio” communications, displaying & demonstrating: High Frequency Single Sideband & Morse Code comm., 2 M Analog, Digital, Wires X, Morse Code More information can be found by visiting the MAC website at flymafc.com or contacting Charles Burke WA2SLK, 732-861-6046, chas.burke@outlook.com; OMARCwebsite n2mo.org or Denis O’Brien N2JJF, 732-6104864, dobrie10@optonline.net or Joe Kruszewski, KC2SVS 732-618-5328, joekru1@ hotmail.com.
4th Annual Golf Outing Bene ing Farmingdale Fire Dept.
FARMINGDALE – The 4th Annual Golf Outing to benefit the Farmingdale Fire Department will be held on October 7 at Pebble Creek Golf Club in Colts Neck. Registration at 7:30 a.m. Shotgun start at 9 a.m. Cost is $125 a golfer. They accept cash, check, credit card and electronic payment.Sponsorship packages available. For more information contact 732-938-4785 or farmingdalefdevents@gmail.com. For updates on the event, visit farmingdalefire.org
Page 12, The Howell Times, August 20, 2022 jerseyshoreonline.com R.C. Shea & Assoc. Inside The Law Our clients’ success is our greatest reward. 732-505-1212 • RCSHEA.COM On August 10, 2022, the Camp Lejeune Justice Act was signed into law. This Act allows military personnel and their families who suffered injuries or death from exposure to the water at Camp Lejeune to bring a new claim for compensation. This new law will affect all veterans, family members and others who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987. Unfortunately, many individuals were exposed to the water at Camp Lejeune during this time frame later developed health problems from toxic water at the base. Over 1 million military service personnel and their families were exposed to the contaminated water and the Government knew it! The following conditions have been associated with the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune: • Bladder cancer •Breast cancer • Esophageal cancer • Kidney cancer • Liver cancer • Lung cancer • Adult leukemia • Multiple myeloma • Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma • Aplastic anemia and other myelodysplastic syndromes • Cardiac birth defects • Hepatic steatosis (fatty liver disease) • Miscarriage • Parkinson’s disease • Renal toxicity • Scleroderma • Infertility • Neurobehavioral effects To be eligible to file a claim, the Claimant must have lived, worked or have been otherwise present at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987 and harmed due to the base’s contaminated water. At R.C. Shea & Associates, a fi rm with over 35 years of experience, a Certified Civil Trial Layer will screen your case. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain by scheduling a free consultation. Contact us now to get started. 732-5051212. Camp Lejeune Water Contamination By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Michael J. Deem, Esq. LAKEWOOD – “Flying High with Amateur Radio” Special Event & Radio Station - “N2MO” at Airport - Open House Displays & On-The-Air Communications by: the Monmouth Area Flying Club (MAFC) & the Ocean Monmouth Amateur Radio ClubEvent(OMARC)willtake place on August 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lakewood Airport (N12) 1900 Cedar Bridge Avenue, Lakewood. Free to the public. Free parking. Your opportunity to see and get familiar with:•Lakewood Airport Facilities
• Ocean Monmouth Amateur Radio Club (OMARC): organization, equipment, use of ham radios & antennas, introduction to ham radio, emergency communications, antennas, radios, etc.
The Howell Times, August 20, 2022, Page 13jerseyshoreonline.com H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH www.footdoctorsnj.com 4645 Highway 9 North Howell, NJ 732-905-111007731 Meridian Health Village 27 South Cooks Bridge Rd Suite 2-10 • Jackson, NJ 732-987-5552 30 YEARS IN PRACTICE Dr. Joseph Saka Dr. Hal Ornstein Dr. Dan Phan Dr. Samantha Boyd For the Treatment of Foot & Ankle Problems Including Sprains & Fractures PharmacistDearSuzyCohen,R.Ph. (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. Makers Of Zantac Brace Themselves For Lawsuits
The makers of the mega-popular antacid drug called Zantac are now facing potential lawsuits that could total into the billions! If that doesn’t cause stress-induced heartburn, I don’t know what does! This isn’t about whether or not the drug works. It definitely works in terms of reducing stomach acid. The drug was removed from the market in 2020, but now it’s coming back into focus. Zantac was recalled due to potential contamination with NDMA (N-Nitrosodimethylamine) which is a probable carcinogen. The alleged lawsuits now state that negligence among pharmaceutical companies producing the drug led to serious harm in patients, specifically cancer. You can visit the Drugwatch website to see if you can file a claim. The prosecutors say that NDMA-contaminated pills have led to cancer. The FDA must agree on some level that there’s a problem because they issued a swift and complete drug recall 2020. You can learn more about the actual drug recall at the FDA’s website. Go online, or watch TV, there are a lot of attorneys advertising their services to people who were adversely by the medication. You may be wondering how NDMA toxin gets into medications. It is spawned during the manufacturing process. No one is contaminating the pills. It’s just happening by virtue of normal, regular, clean production of the pill. The NDMA is introduced during the tableting process from contaminated ingredients that were sourced elsewhere. Alternatively, the contaminant results from the use of solvents and agents used during the manufacturing process. It happens all the time, and not just with Zantac. Other medications in this drug class could be involved, as can some popular anti-hypertensives. And this may come as a shock, but a little ‘poison’ is allowed! There is a “permissible” amount of 96 nanograms per day. So you may be consuming NDMA, and not realize it. Here you’re trying to solve one issue, and wind up with a bigger one! The types of cancer associated with NDMA may include those of the breast, bladder, colon, lung, liver, blood, thyroid, pancreas, andHere’sothers.a5-step plan for what to do if you’ve been exposed to the medication: 1. Get a physical 2. Do bloodwork like a Chem Panel and CBC.
3. Discontinue your H2 blocker (antacid) and ask doc for a therapeutic equivalent. Consider natural remedies.
4. Change your diet, or go on one. Altering your diet will be the most important thing you do to improve the reflux situation.
5. Do not ignore. Please do not let any symptoms get swept under the rug due to your heavy workload, family needs, or whatever! Also, don’t take the “wait and see” approach. Wait and see what? If you develop cancer? No! Be more proactive than that and think two steps ahead and don’t wait and see anything. Visit your practitioner if you have any new/odd symptoms. If this topic interests you, there is much more I can share. To read a more detailed version of my article visit suzycohen.com. By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
“The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is proud to support our nonprofit organizations, such as LADACIN Network, through the County’s American Rescue Plan Act COVID-19 Community Recovery Grant Program,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “LADACIN Network deserves to be commended for the incredible work they do to provide care and a wide variety of support services to infants, children, and adults with complex physical and developmental disabilities orLADACINdelays.”
Photo courtesy LADACIN individual: An independent apartment complex, supported and supervised apartments and group homes.
MONMOUTH COUNTY – LADACIN Network is one of several county non-profit organizations receiving an award from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) COVID-19 Community Recovery Grant Program administered by Monmouth County. The Agency was awarded $434,507.20 for the repairs and renovations of a five-bedroom house in Wall Township to establish a group home for individuals with developmental and/or multiple physical disabilities. This community housing project will provide residential and individual services and supports, allowing these individuals to live in the community safely and independently with dignity and avoid the potential for homelessness and/or institutionalization.
Renee Thomaier Retired New Jersey Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator JERSEY SHORE - When we think about our dog(s) we can’t help but give them credit for being our best friend. We come home from a tough day and they are waiting anxiously to shower us with dog kisses and excitement like no other shows us. Yes, they are great companions. So great that we may overlook a time or two when they unearthed a baby rabbits’ nest or killed an opossum in our yard. Maybe they took off running when spotting a white-tailed deer. Whatever the case, the threat to wildlife is real. Globally, dogs have contributed to the extinction of almost one dozen wild animal and bird species. Maybe that doesn’t sound like a lot but today studies suggest dogs threaten nearly 200 species worldwide. Some species are already critically Man’s Best Friend – reatening Wildlife endangered.Inareaswhere dogs roam freely in the wild, dog owners are not concerned about the issue and continue to allow them roam. Larger terrestrial mammals suffer from predation and harassment by dogs. These same free roaming dogs, to also include feral dogs, compete with other predators (wildlife), who rely upon territory for food, breeding and raising their young. As the human population in these areas rise, so will the number of dogs, possibly causing the problem to getSoworse.whydo we care? Or should we? The answer is ‘yes’ we should. While the United States has some laws to govern the care and housing of dogs, as we know, people are not always side-by-side with their dog(s) to monitor their every action. Some dogs possess a strong prey drive, potentially becoming predators and killing wild animals. This contributes to the disruption of the ecosystem. The food sources for wild animals become threatened as dogs compete with them for prey. Even the smallest wild animal, endangered or not, is important to the balance of nature. Whether we live in suburban America or countries far away, we need to take responsibility for our pets. Just because you don’t see the global picture, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist. The information for this article from was gathered through multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732-244-2768. It is illegal to possess or relocate wildlife for any reason without the proper New Jersey State and/or federal permits. pictures
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Network is extremely grateful to Monmouth County Board of Commissioners and the ARPA Grant Program for these funds which will help the Agency continue providing accessible living and learning environments that enable adults with disabilities to reside, grow and thrive as members of society. LADACIN Network is a non-profit Agency that provides a continuum of care for infants, children, and adults with complex physical and developmental disabilities or delays. The Agency has been serving the community for more than 70 years and now serves over 3,500 families in 14 locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties. For more information, please visit LADACIN.org.
LADACIN Network’s barrier-free, fully accessible housing locations have been developed for individuals aged 21 years and older who have developmental and/or multiple physical disabilities. LADACIN offers three types of residential facilities based on the cognitive and functional abilities of the LADACIN Network Receives Over $434,000 In ARPA Funding
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The Nest Thermostat also comes with Quick Schedule, so when you set up your new thermostat you can easily customize your HVACschedule.monitoring looks out for your heating and cooling system to help make sure everything’s running smoothly. If something doesn’t seem right, it can send you an alert. It even provides helpful reminders, like when it’s time to change your air filter and suggestions for routine maintenance.** The limited-time offer is valid July 12 through December 30, for NJNG customers only on the NJNG Marketplace. Customers can visit njng.com/marketplace for this free* offer and discounts on other smart thermostats and energy-efficiency prod-
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“The kid was dominant,” said Paul Mika, president of the Toms River East Little League. “He had complete command of his fastball. His curveball was insane. He had our hitters off balance for the whole game. His command was spot on.”
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By Chris Christopher TOMS RIVER The Toms River East Little League All-Stars wound up on the wrong side of a gem in the Little League Baseball Metro Region Tournament in Bristol, Ct. East was no-hit in the championship game by right-hander Joey Lionetti, who pitched the New York-Massapequa Coast Little League to a 4-0 victory at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Leadership Training Center on Friday night, August 12, broadcast onMassapequaESPN. advanced to the Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa., for the first time in the organization’s 72yearEasthistory.hoped to qualify for the World Series for the second straight season and the seventh time overall. It was 1-2 in last year’s LLBWS.Ledby Todd Frazier, who served as an ESPN analyst in Bristol during the recent event, East won the LLBWS in 1998 when it was known as the Toms River East American Little League. The former Toms River High School South, Rutgers University, retired major-league All-Star and Olympic silver medalist has donated a scoreboard to East. Lionetti, whose team won the New York state title, blazed his way to nine strikeouts in six innings. He walked one, leadoff hitter Mike Mendes, whose father, Michael, was East’s manager. Lionetti hit three batters and threw two wild pitches. Of his 72 pitches, 49 were strikes. He tossed first-pitch strikes to 15 of 22 batters. He posted four ground ball outs. Three outs were on fly outs. “He was somethin’ else,” said manager Mike Mendes, assisted by coaches Ed Todaro and George Gallagher. “We faced him in the first game and I felt we would hit him a little bit, but he had his stuff working. Nobody was beating him. He was that good. He did a great job.”
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The Toms River East Little League All-Stars enjoy the tournament in Connecticut. In the front row from left to right are Tyler Todaro, Jake Gallagher, Bryce Tomitz, Michael Mendes, Brady Gillen, Kevin O’Donnell and Jayce Cappello. In the back row from left to right are Christian Mascaro, Jack Gillen, Logan Macchia, Phil LaGrossa, Ryan McHugh and Deklin Sloan. (Curveball
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Toms River’s Christian Mascaro suffered the loss, allowing four runs - three earned - on seven hits in 4 2/3 innings. He hit two batters and threw two wild pitches. Of his 88 pitches, 60 were strikes. He threw 14 first-pitch strikes to 24 batters. Reliever Tyler Todaro allowed one hit in one-third of one inning. “It was a heartbreaking loss,” Mendes said. “After the game, I told our boys they created memories for me that I will remember for the rest of my life. It was a fun group to coach and watch Massapequagrow.”took a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first. It went ahead 2-0 in the fourth and capped the scoring with two runs in the bottom of the fifth. East finished the game with one error. Massapequa, which hails from Long Island, stroked eight hits and played errorless ball. East fell to Massapequa 6-3 in the fi rst round of the double-elimination event. For East, Brady Gillen went 2-for-4 and scored one run. Mascaro stroked two hits, including one double, in three at-bats, drove in one run and scored one run. Deklin Sloan hit one triple in three at-bats, plated one run and scored one run. Mendes went 2-for-4. Bryce Tomitz went 1-for-2 and drove in one run.
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East won the New Jersey state title to qualify for the tournament. It also captured District 18 and Section III titles. It went 15-4 in All-Star “Unfortunately,”action. Mika said, “our run ended.”Manager Mendes, who played on the 1990 Brick National Little League team which lost in the regional semifinals, said he enjoyed his involvement with the team. “The kids made it fun,” said Mendes, 44, who played football for the Brick Township High School Green Dragons of legendary coach Warren Wolf. “They were together almost each day since May 15. They were always ready to practice. They had a lot of fun with each other. I will not only remember our titles. I will remember each player’s personality and how we stayed in dorms during the last week we were together. I watched them develop relationships with the players on the teams from the other states. “We have gritty kids who love playing the game and love battling. I love all of the kids and I am extremely proud of them.” He said the team received strong support from Toms River Township. “The whole town was behind us, “ he said. “There were watch parties in the bars and restaurants. The support was overwhelming. It was awesome to see.”
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Massapequa won it with three runs in the top of the seventh. Lionetti started and pitched to a no-decision, allowing three runs - three earned - on eight hits in 5 1/3 innings. He walked one and hit two batters. Of his 87 pitches, 61 were strikes. He threw 20 first-pitch strikes to 27 batters. He struck outEasteight.stayed alive in the tournament with a 3-2 conquest of Cumberland of Rhode Island. Mascaro posted the win, hurling four scoreless innings in relief of starter Brady Gillen. Mascaro whiffed five, walked none and allowed three hits. Of his 55 pitches, 36 were strikes. Tyler Todaro earned the save. He pitched 1 1/3 innings, allowing one hit, striking out two and walking two. Of his 26 pitches, 12 were strikes. East scored the winning run in the bottom of the third. For East, Mendes went 0-for-1, scored one run and drew one walk. Gillen was 1-for-3. Jayce Cappello went 0-for-2, scored one run and drew one walk. Logan Macchia went 2-for-3 and drove in one run. Mascaro went 0-for-2, scored one run and drew one walk. East followed with a 3-1 victory over Fairfield American of Connecticut. Macchia was the winning pitcher. In 5 2/3 innings, he allowed one earned run, whiffed six and walked none. He hit one batter and allowed a home run. Of his 85 pitches, 55 were strikes. He threw first-pitch strikes to 16 of 23Todarobatters.notched the save, allowing one hit, whiffing none and walking none. He posted the final out of the game. Macchia hit a two-run homer on a 2-2 pitch in the bottom of the fi rst for a 2-0 lead. Mendes went 1-for-3 and scored two runs. Gillen went 1-for-3. Teammate Kevin O’Donnell went 1-for-1.
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