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A September 10 celebration honoring the 45th anniversary of the Associated Humane Societies Popcorn Park will include the welcoming of new lions and tigers who arrived at the refuge in June.
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“The project will continue to consist of 117 total residential units, 99 of which are market rate,” said Davis. “Eighteen are affordable…and there are no changes to the commercial element of the project, a proposed approximately 7,200-square-foot commercial building rightD.R.now.”Horton plans to build the residential portion of the project and proposed construction of the pool and clubhouse/ cabana as part of Phase Two. The planning board determined there would be no certificates of occupancy issued for units on the back portion of Forest Park Drive until completion of the pool and clubhouse/cabana.
By Stephanie Faughnan WARETOWN – A controversial mixed-use project planned for Route 9 North received fi nal approval this month by the Township of Ocean PlanningHermanBoard.and Marsha Zell received preliminary major subdivision and site plan approval for Oceanaire East in December 2021. The project has since been renamed Ocean Isles. Attorney Ken Davis, who represents the Zell property owners, said that during the CAFRA permit review process, the applicants learned that some minor technical changes were necessary as far as the subdivision.
–Photos courtesy Associated Humane Societies Popcorn Park
The resignations of Kelly Karch as the Animal Control Officer and Ashley Donofrio as Assistant Animal Control Officer potentially left the Township ill-equipped to respond to the call volume related to animal control and animal cruelty complaints.
–The Southern Ocean Times File Photo (Animal - See Page 12)
–Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Ocean Isles will be located on Route 9 North and is intended as a mixed use project. (Development - See Page 5)
By Stephanie Faughnan STAFFORD – Local government authorities awarded a contract to A-Academy Animal Control that stands to lighten the load for the township’s remaining Animal Control Officer, rather than act as her replacement.
Sta ord’s Animal Control Services Faced Shortage emergent problem. Staffing shortages within the township’s animal control department resulted in the need for outside assistance for both domestic animals and wildlife control issues. The A-Academy contract runs through the end of 2022. Stafford Animal Control provides services within the local community, as well as to Barnegat Light, Beach Haven, Harvey Cedars and Long Beach Township.“Wehad two full time animal control officers and a number of per diem officers,” Mayor Greg Myhre said at the August 9 Township Council meeting. “One of them (full time employees) left the department … and in the meantime, the second officer who was the remaining one, found a different opportunity about a week ago.”
The Associated Humane Societies Popcorn Park Animal Refuge will celebrate 45 years of saving animal lives during their anniversary celebration. The event will run from 5-9 p.m. on September 10 and will honor Popcorn Park’s rich history while highlighting plans for their future. The celebration will also showcase some of the group’s most memorable residents throughout the years and highlight current residents who call the Refuge home. Attendees can enjoy light fare, cocktails, beer, wine, and live music as they walk through
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Linda Cook, President of the Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter said she found the situation upsetting. She regularly works with A-Academy and wondered how their two sole employees could handle Beachwood, Brick, Island Heights, Lacey, Little Egg, Tuckerton and Stafford.
Karch joined the mayor as part of a video briefing, providing some insight into animal control operations as they now stand. “Academy has been helping out right now in the interim until we are able to find some qualified candidates,” Karch explained. “… Chris is their full-time animal control officer and he’s been doing a great job.” Karch said she was aware of concerns that Academy’s vehicles didn’t have air conditioning. She was able to see one of the vehicles herself and felt it was efficient for animalWhiletransport.others at the council meeting couldn’t say enough about Karch’s dedication to the animal population, the Animal Control Officer exuded passion when she described her work.
“We’re working on the compensation aspect,” shared von der Hayden in an interview after the council meeting. “We’re working things through with the collective bargaining unit as far as having a new agreement in place for January 1, 2023.”
Councilman Paul Krier requested removal of the item from the consent agenda and initiated a discussion concerning the controversial resolution.
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Per diem employees will continue to take on assignments to meet staffing needs.
“The plan is for Kelly to be the lead animal control officer in 2023,” Myhre said. “We are going to make sure we have the resources that are necessary and also fit within the townUnderbudget.”thecurrent personnel structure, Heidi Michael serves as both the department head for Animal Control and the Fire Department.BusinessAdministrator Matthew von der Hayden maintained the workload is too extensive for one Animal Control Officer. “With Kelly being here, A-Academy would basically supplement what was Ashley’s position,” von der Hayden said. “This would be for the short term until the end of the year. This would allow us time to go out and advertise the position and find a suitable candidate for the new year.”
Romano expressed her outrage at Academy charging $175 to go out on calls outside designated hours. After three years of what she called dedicated service as a per diem animal control officer, Jody Sidote said she was abruptly released from her position. However, the business administrator disputed Sidote’s assertion, referencing the resolution process for employee termination that had not occurred.
The mayor confirmed days after the meeting that Sidote’s per diem status remains unchanged. Sidote will continue to work in that same Assumptionscapacity.that the council intended to privatize animal control led former Councilman George Williams to rattle off some numbers and estimate the town would spend $265,000 annually to do so.
Patricia Romano, who’s lived in Manahawkin for 27 years, claimed the animal control officers were not only underpaid but also worked in a hostile work environment.
Krier first commended Karch and Donofrio for their work ethic and said one served the town for ten years, and the other, seven.
From Page 1 her position as Stafford’s Animal Control Officer last week after the A-Academy contract was awarded. Although she’d submitted her resignation, Karch had not yet stopped working for the municipality.
Animal advocates stormed the Stafford Township Council meeting to protest the local governing body’s decision to contract an outside service for animal control. Many not only offered support for Karch and Donofrio, but also expressed concern that government leaders sought to permanently move to a privatization model.
The governing body opened up the floor for public comment regarding authorization of A-Academy Animal Control’s contract. At the time, those who spoke believed the contracted company would be solely responsible for animal control services in Stafford and the other named communities. (Karch was still an employee and had not yet decided to rescind her resignation.)
A consent agenda is a list of uncontroversial decisions that can all be voted on at once to save time. By splitting it from the consent agenda, it brought the animal control issue to the floor for discussion.
“When I looked up what the salaries we were paying for their positions,” Krier said, “I was astonished to see how low they were when compared to other towns in the area.”
Cook also questioned the outside animal control company’s promise to also take care of wildlife. She related an experience in another community where that wasn’t the case.
“I know of an instance that just happened when they were called when a raccoon was hit by a car,” Cook shared. “The animal was not killed but was paralyzed and Academy’s answer was they weren’t coming as they (the raccoon) would die eventually.”
“I was told the township would be revisiting the contract in late October,” Sidote said. “I would then know something regarding whether or not I was still needed.”
Myhre reiterated the solution was a temporary one and did not respond to the disparity in what Williams said was a cost benefit analysis based on five calls a day. “We had two employees who left and have a need to fulfill,” shot back Myhre. “We got a contract from a private company that’s able to fill this gap.”
“We care about our people,” summed up Myhre after the briefi ng. “We care about our animals.”
Kreir likened the work of the animal control officers to that of police officers, who sometimes work under negative circumstances and still maintain a strong customer service attitude. The councilman insisted that animal control officers needed to be paid and treated as professionals.
“It’s a real shame that you have lost two of the best employees you could possibly have,” said Cook. “My main concern is the immediate future.”
“It would not be a wise business venture to have an empty building and not have anyone for it,” Davis said. Mayor Ben LoParo picked up on the use of the word “wise” and shot back at the attorney.“So,it’s wise for us to approve this without having to build the commercial,” said LoParo. “That’s not wise. We’re losing tax money. It’s going to be an eyesore on Route 9…When that building’s built the taxes are going to go up. If there’s an empty lot, the taxes are a tenth.” Zell himself testified that he bought the property 47 years ago. When asked if he’d paid taxes on it that long, members of the public laughed.
Zell said that someone familiar with the area could possibly fi nd tenants and he would come back for additional approvals. He’s already started talks with AtlantiCare, who are tenants in another of his buildings.
“There are a lot of areas and things that were not discussed in his application,” said Petrosilli. “My opinion is there were a lot of undisclosed areas that were glossed over or were vague and I therefore have to vote no.”
“I’m not going to build a building of approximately $2 million and let it sit there vacant,” Zell said. “It’s not good sense. My intent was after getting all the permits and approvals was to leave the land vacant and wooded and hire a commercial broker in Ocean County or Monmouth County.”
Parking became a critical issue as planning board members expressed concerns there would not be sufficient parking. The Township has parking ordinance requirements for different types of businesses.
The CAFRA permit comes with certain pre-condition conditions. Among them is that 7.301 acres of the forested area on the site must be deed restricted from future development or clearing. Other requirements seek to avoid adverse impacts to the northern long-eared bat, nesting migratory bird species and northern pine snakes. Only two planning board members ultimately voted no against fi nal approval of the application, LoParo and John Petrosilli.
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Zell’s attorney further suggested that it should not be a condition of approval to have a date set in concert with the residential phasing.
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Herman Zell plans to maintain ownership of the construction of the commercial portion of the site. Davis said his client had a track record in owning, managing, and operating retail shopping centers throughout the state and would proceed with construction once he had tenants lined up.
LoParo pointed out that the property owner had paid farm taxes on the land – at a much lower rate. As someone in the commercial development business since 1975, Zell said he’d like to build a commercial building but expressed his reservations.
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Those of us in the mental health profession work diligently to end the stigma of mental illness and substance abuse. We encourage candid conversations and reaching out for help; but words from athletes and public figures go a long way to helping to bring about the open conversations that are necessary to avoid tragedy. We can all help to end this stigma. Speak out about mental health and substance use topics. Pay attention to signals from others that they may be hurting. Reach out with compassion and understanding. Listen. Be there. You can make a difference. For mental health and substance use resources and support in Monmouth and Ocean counties, call us at 732-367-4700.
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President Trump has my vote and I think he should be able to run for President again for 8 more years as the 4 he was rightfully supposed to serve has been taken by that sleepy, coughing idiot.
Thank you to the Demorats for handing an easy victory to President Donald John Trump in 2024. The FBI is corrupt. They broke into his Florida home with a phony warrant that is all a big political stunt. People need to wake up here as this is obviously their last ditch effort to try and prevent him from running I live in Toms River, meaning I got redistricted from having a public servant represent me to someone who means to do meRep.harm.Kim was in Toms River at least once a month, has monthly town halls, and is always available and working for his constituents. Now, I’m going to be represented by someone who lives in Virginia and wants law created based on his religious beliefs! He has stated he wants a national abortion ban (which will pass if Republicans are in control even though the court ruling was that it should be a states’ issue). What harm has Congressman Smith done just recently? Between May 18th - June 23rd he voted against: LGBTQI+ Data Inclusion Act, Meat & Poultry Special Investigator Act, Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act, Recovering America’s Wildlife Act, Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act, PROTECTING OUR KIDS ACT, CONSUMER FUEL PRICE GOUGING PREVENTION ACT, and the DOMESTIC TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT, but on the positive side he did vote for both Access to Baby Formula Act and Even MexicoNeedFightersToughHelpBidenGotToPayForBorderSecurity
BenTomsJankowskiRiver the Infant Formula Supplemental Appropriations Act. That is a really bad record.Heis going to be representing part of Ocean County - the county with the largest senior population outside of Florida and if his party gains control they’ve said they will reduce or eliminate both Social Security and Medicare (these are not entitlements we’ve paid into them our whole lives). He may or may not say he supports that, but he could be part of the numbers that give them that power. Republicans in power always (during my adult life) lead to long term economic disasters nationally, but this would devastate our area quickly. We can’t wait ten years to be redistricted again.
Mary Pat Angelini CEO, Preferred Behavioral Health Group We all remember how Trump kept repeating the mantra “build the wall.”
Just look at Arizona Governor Ducey’s plan to use stacked shipping containers to block an area off. It cost $6 million for a 1,000-foot barrier. A day later, one of them was tipped over by migrants. Ducey said that the containers hadn’t been welded together yet. But the point is, anyone with a blowtorch could cut a hole in any barrier, shipping container or wall. That’s why the immigration issue is more complex than any three-word phrase. And that’s why Biden was able to sit down and have a conversation with the leader of another nation and convince them to do what was needed to be done.
Page 6, The Southern Ocean Times, August 27, 2022 jerseyshoreonline.comjerseyshoreonline.com OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The EditorE DITORIAL edit or reject letters. The weekly deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday. Mail typed letters to: PO Box 521, Lakehurst, NJ 08733, fax 732-657-7388 or e-mail sectionthediscretion.perlimitedonline.com.news@jerseyshore-Lettersmaybetoonepermonthwriterattheeditor’sTheopinionsexpressedinLettersToTheEditordonotnecessarily re�lect those of the staff, management or sponsors of Micromedia Publications/ Jersey Shore Online. Letters to the Editor are the OPINION of the writer and the content is not checked for accuracy. W� W������ L������ T� T�� E�����! The Southern Ocean Times welcomes all points of view for publication and provides this page as an open forum for residents to express themselves regarding politics, government, current events and local concerns. All letters are printed as space allows unless deemed offensive by the editorial staff, and provided they are signed and include address & phone number for veri�ication. Letters may not be printed if we cannot verify them. Names will not be withheld from publication. While most letters are printed as submitted, we reserve the right to I’ve been seeing a lot of angry parents come to school board meetings and getting on their soap boxes. They yell and scream about whatever topic that Facebook and the news told them to get mad about. I’m not going to use this space to debate the subject matter, but just their motives. I have to ask, if you care so much about kids, where have you been all this time? Where were you when Trenton cut millions in funding from our schools?Wherewere you when fundraisers were being held?Where were you when the PTA needed volunteers to help out? Where were you when the athletes had games? Or the school play was held?Where were you when itYoumatters?weren’t here. You were just sitting at home, waiting to get angry. That’s what it really comes down to. The world is going to hell, on that we agree. But you think it’s the fault of a particular person – or a group of people – and now that you’ve found your scapegoat you’re ready forIt’swar.not your love of children that is motivating you, it’s your hatred for certain people. If you really loved the students, you’d convince your job to sponsor a team. You’d give to charities. You’d give yourAndtime.you’d listen. Instead of screaming, demanding that other people hear you - you’d listen. Then, you’d learn what kids really need. They need love, trust and hope. They need funding for their programs. They need character education as much as academic. They need staff who will lift them up, challenge them, and expand their horizons. They don’t need your rage. They need your love.They need you to show your heart.
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John Cabot Toms River for the spot he won in 2020. It was a stolen election and it makes no sense as to why they continue to deny there was nothing wrong. It was the biggest travesty in American history.
Chris Lundy News Editor UFC fighter Paddy Pimblett was interviewed following his recent winning match against American Jordan Leavitt. Instead of glorifying his victory, he spoke about the loss of one of his friends who had died by suicide the night before. It was all the more powerful because he spoke of the stigma faced by men to talk about mental health –“Listen, if you’re a man and you’ve got weight on your shoulders and you think the only way you can solve it is by killing yourself, please speak to someone, speak to anyone…I know I’d rather have my mate cry on my shoulder than go to his funeral next week.”
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Gail Cohn Toms River To protect our reproductive freedoms, we need to expand the Supreme Court. The Judiciary Act of 2021 would add four new seats to the Supreme Court, bringing the number of justices to 13. It would help restore balance to a Court that Mitch McConnell has packed with right-wing extremists who just dismantled abortion care in America.Recent polling showed that not only do a majority of Americans believe that the Supreme Court should uphold the right to abortion care, they also agree that we need to restore balance to the court and support adding additional judges to the Supreme Court. I’m urging Congress to pass the Judiciary Act so we can create an institution that moves away from partisan politics and represents the good of all Americans.
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her up.” I guess three-word phrases are easy to remember.Mexico never paid for the wall. That was another of his promises. But in July, Biden sat down with President Obrador of Mexico, and hammered out an agreement that has Mexico pay $1.5 billion – yes, billion – for border security for ourThenation.improvements will be for safety for the troops working there, and to make it easier to process people coming legally. To be clear, none of that money is for a wall. A wall is a stupid person’s solution. Anyone with a ladder or tools can get through it. The reason a great deal of the border has no wall is because they don’t work.
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TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy, the New Jersey CEO Council, and Social Finance announced the launch of the New Jersey Pay It Forward Program – a new and innovative workforce development program that furthers the Governor’s ongoing commitment to helping residents obtain quality postsecondary education and training to advance their careers, as outlined in the New Jersey Higher Education State Plan and Jobs NJ. The Pay It Forward Program, which is the fi rst of its kind in the nation, will help build a robust and talented workforce while supporting economic growth in the state. Participants in the program will receive zero-interest, no-fee loans at no upfront cost, as well as non-repayable living stipends and wraparound supports, to allow them to affordably prepare for good-paying, career-track jobs in the health care, information technology (IT), and clean energy sectors. The loans will enable participants to enroll in credential, certificate, and degree programs at one of three inaugural training providers: Registered Nursing at Hudson County Community College, Cybersecurity at New Jersey Institute of Technology, and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Welding at Camden County College. Loan terms are designed to be more borrower-friendly than even federal student loans. All loan payments will be recycled back into the fund to ‘pay it forward’ for subsequent students’ training costs. The program aims to help participants find jobs while also helping employers fill in-demand positions in high-growth sectors to promote economic growth in New Jersey.
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“To throw billions of taxpayer dollars in the middle of a recession at a federal agency that has proven its inefficiency is insulting to the American people,” said Congressman Van Drew. “The ‘Inflation Reduction Act’, which will actually increase inflation, wastes taxpayers’ hard-earned money by allocating funding to the IRS ... The IRS does not need more money or more agents, the IRS needs to create a comprehensive plan that will modernize and streamline its processes, and work towards reducing its ten-month long casework backlog. We must ensure that Americans and small businesses receive the assistance they need in an efficient manner as opposed to just throwing money at the issue with no plan in place.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Van Drew (R-2nd) announced that he is drafting
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BARNEGAT – Bayside Chapel will host a Bayside Big Band Cruise-In on October 1 from 2 to 5 p.m. featuring classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles. There will also be music for listening and dancing by The Brass Tacks Big Band Orchestra at 3 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, music by The Brass Tacks Big Band 17-piece Orchestra will take place in the auditorium at Bayside Chapel.Thecommunity is invited to join us for this Bayside Big Band Cruise-In family friendly, free activity. Children, ages 12 and under must be accompanied by adult throughout the event. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Donations accepted for Bayside Chapel’s benevolence fund, a ministry which benefits the community. Checks should be made payable to Bayside Chapel with “benevolence” in the memo line. Bayside Chapel is located at 965 West Bay Avenue, Barnegat, just west of Garden State Parkway exit 67.
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STAFFORD – Mayor Myhre and Township Council would like to send out congratulations to Fabian Gonzalez of Southern Regional Boys Track and Field Team. Fabian is the winner of the NJSIAA State Championship Group IV for both shot put and discus and for placing 6th in the New Balance Outdoor Nationals.
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STAFFORD – Mayor Myhre and Township Council would like to congratulate the Southern Regional School District’s Wrestling Team for 2021-2022. Stafford Township would like to recognize the players, parents, Head Coach Dan Roy and Assistant Coaches Dan Hall, Nick Herring, Terrance Clendenin, Luke Lanno, Brian Broderick and Peter Bonilla on their NJSIAA South Jersey Group V Championship! Regional Athlete Wins State Championship Wrestling Team Recognized For Championship
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The charges referenced are merely accusations and the public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Harmon was charged with Conspiracy to Distribute more than Five Ounces of Methamphetamine as well as Conspiracy to Distribute more than One-Half Ounce but less than Five Ounces of Heroin. Harmon was served with the charges via summons pending an upcoming fi rst appearance in Ocean County Superior Court. Smith was charged with Conspiracy to Possess more than One-Half Ounce but less than Five Ounces of Heroin with Intent to Distribute. Smith was served with the charges via summons pending an upcoming fi rst appearance in Ocean County Superior Court.Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer commended the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Strike Force, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Asset Forfeiture Unit, United States Drug Enforcement Administration – HIDTA/ MOPOD Group 5, United States Drug Enforcement Administration Aviation Unit, United States Department of Homeland Security, New Jersey State Police - Trafficking Central Unit, New Jersey State Police Hamilton Barracks, Stafford Township Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit, Toms River Township Police Department, Berkeley Township Police Department Detective Bureau, Lakewood Township Police Department, Point Pleasant Borough Police Department, Lacey Township Detective Bureau, Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office, Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office K-9 Unit, Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Gang, Gun and Narcotics Task Force, Atlantic County SWAT, Hamilton Township Police Department, Atlantic City Police Department, and Atlantic City SWAT, for their combined and collective efforts in connection with this investigation.
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LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Three south Jersey residents have been arrested and charged for illegally selling drugs, officials said. A multi-agency investigation identified three homes, two in Mays Landing and one in Atlantic City, to be storing and distributing illegal narcotics. According to police, these homes were being utilized by Khaadim Abdullah, 27, of Mays Landing, Yaniah Harmon, 21, also of Mays Landing, and Falerria Smith, 49, of Atlantic City.
On August 18, police said they performed surveillance on the three homes. They maintained surveillance on Abdullah as he traveled in the area of Little Egg Harbor Township.Abdullah then traveled onto the Garden State Parkway, where surveillance was maintained by the New Jersey State Police - Trafficking Central Unit and New Jersey State Police Hamilton Barracks, with the assistance of the United States Drug Enforcement Administration Aviation Unit. Abdullah was seen exiting the Garden State Parkway onto a dirt road in Galloway Township, where he then fled from his car on foot, discarding items into the wooded areas. Abdullah was ultimately apprehended and taken into custody without incident. A search was executed on all three homes and as a result, detectives seized in total about 14 ounces of methamphetamine, 3,550 wax folds of heroin, paraphernalia indicative of narcotics manufacturing and distribution, a stolen handgun and $14, 900.
Harmon was taken into custody at the residence in Mays Landing, and Smith was taken into custody at the residence in AtlanticAbdullahCitywas charged with Maintaining a Controlled Dangerous Substance Production Facility, Distribution of Five Ounces or more of Methamphetamine, Possession of more than Five Ounces of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, Distribution of more than One-Half Ounce but less than Five Ounces of Heroin, Possession of more than One-Half Ounce but less than Five Ounces of Heroin with Intent to Distribute, Conspiracy to Distribute more than Five Ounces Methamphetamine, Conspiracy to Distribute more than One-Half Ounce but less than Five Ounces of Heroin, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Heroin, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Certain Person Not to Possess a Firearm, Possession of a Weapon During a Controlled Dangerous Substance Offense, Receiving a Stolen Firearm, Possession of a Prohibited Weapon or Device - specifically a High Capacity Magazine, Eluding and Financial Facilitation of Criminal Activity. Abdullah is currently lodged in the Ocean County Jail pending a detention hearing.
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Jerry Rosenthal, chief executive officer of Associated Humane Societies and Popcorn Park said, “we look forward to welcoming friends and supporters to celebrate this milestone and welcome our new additions to the park. For 45 years Popcorn Park has provided families with an opportunity to see and learn about the animals we have rescued and provide care for.” “There are few places like it on the East Coast,” he added. He noted that the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge is also creating a celebratory Ad Journal to commemorate the“Supportersoccasion. are encouraged to share memories, showcase their business, and help celebrate Popcorn Park with this special collaborative journal. The Ad Journal will also include exclusive content from our archives, giving patrons a behind-the-scenes look into some of our most notable rescue animals throughout the past 45 years,” Rosenthal said. He added, “Associated Humane Societies rescues stray and homeless animals, both domestic and wildlife, providing quality care and sanctuary until loving homes can be found. As a community-based organization, we provide low-cost veterinary care and humane education to promote responsible pet guardianship throughout New Jersey.”
LACEY – Join on September 22 for Bingo on the Beach at Lake Barnegat Beach! Registration beings at 6 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Make sure to bring a blanket or a chair.
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Continued From Page 1 the Refuge enjoying the festivities. There will also be a special celebration welcoming the new lions and tigers who arrived at the Refuge on June 26. Popcorn Park was founded in September 1977 when a raccoon entered into their care after being severely injured by a leghold trap. Due to the severity of his injuries, the racoon, later known as Rigby, was unable to be released into the wild. The park has grown in its nearly half century of operation and is now home to over 200 rescued animals. Its members look forward to continued expansion through a five-year plan to help even more animals in need.
“We don’t have a specific honoree. We will be telling stories of special events through the years, highlighting some of our groundbreaking stories, and toasting to the future. We just brought in two new tigers and two new lions who we will be celebrating at the event as well. It was two years in the making, and finally we are able to give them a permanent home,” AHS representative Danielle Mania told The Southern Ocean Times For more details about and to attend the September 10 celebration, to participate in the Ad Journal and to also learn about the organization’s annual fundraising auction on October 1, contact Mania by calling 973-8247080 or e-mail her at dmania@ahsppz.org.
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Change in Lifestyle: When your lifestyle changes, your tech might need to follow suit. Took up a sport? You’ll probably need moisture resistance. Switched from an office job to a job outdoors? You’re likely experiencing a different level of noise.
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Malfunction: When you perform all the recommended maintenance diligently, but things are still going wrong, it’s time to consider new devices. If replaced batteries drain quickly or sounds remain muffled after a wax guard change, for instance, consider that a red flag. Occasional repairs are normal; persistent problems that resist troubleshooting aren’t. Change in Hearing: Your hearing changes over time due to age, exposure to noise, and health events. We can often adjust your programming to meet your new needs, but sometimes your hearing changes so much that you need a different level of technology.
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2. Pickles Help Leg Cramps. Have a cramp? Pickle juice is a popular folk remedy that supposedly relieves muscle cramps (or reduces intensity), in under a minute of consumption! Like, almost immediately! It works incredibly fast and is faster than water alone when it comes to reducing muscle cramps. It probably works faster than things like Gatorade or other similar sports drinks!
Some suggest pickle juice for the morning after a night of drinking… I don’t know about that one, but I do think it could defi nitely help you recover from a workout or associated leg cramps. That’s probably its #1 folk remedy use. Perhaps a few spoonfuls in a cup of water could help someone with mild leg cramps. However, I wouldn’t drink it straight up if you are prone to heartburn or have an ulcer. Pickle juice contains a lot of sodium, and some believe that it triggers reflexes that essentially shut off misfi ring neurons quickly, thereby alleviating cramps. We all probably have a dusty, sealed jar of old pickles that we’ve forgotten about, and if you’re like me, it’s probably sitting in the back corner of our fridge waiting for a sandwich! Make sure yours are fresh, and in date, and if you eat these little guys, eat them in moderation because of the high sodium content. If you don’t like the taste of pickle juice straight up, you could pour a few teaspoonfuls into your salad dressing. By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
The Southern Ocean Times, August 27, 2022, Page 15jerseyshoreonline.com H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH 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. 2 Surprising Ways Pickle Juice Solves Health Problems
1. Pickles Help Digestion. On some level, the lactobacillus content (while low) still provides a beneficial aid to your intestinal health. If you have an upset stomach, abdominal cramps or low stomach acid production (hypochlorhydria), the acidity of a small amount of pickle juice may restore proper pH, which in turn causes digestive troubles to subside.
Hear me out, I know it sounds weird, but pickle juice has some pretty amazing and surprising health benefits that you probably didn’t even know about. Pickles are fermented cucumbers (that have been pickled in salt water). Get it? The pickles are pickled! (A little pickle pun never hurt anyone!) The fact is pickle juice is loaded with minerals, only 2 carbs, and 1 gram of fiber. In most cases, the water even contains healthy probiotic strains. In some states, like North Carolina where my daughter lives, pickle juice is held in high regard! So much so, that there is an annual pickle festival! When dining out in NC, many restaurants have pickle juice mixed with soda on the menu. There’s a drink called a “Pickleback Shot” which combines pickle brine with whiskey! There are all kinds of specialty drinks depending on where you live. So, while it may sound like face-puckering thought, pickle juice is utilized for many quick fi xes! As for its medicinal benefits, here are 3 pretty cool ways pickle juice can improve your wellness:
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- Also buying World War II Military items. Cash Paid! 609-581-8290. mymilitarytoys@optonline.net.Email: (31) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (30) Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs. Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt
Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Call Rick 908-616-7104 (39) Wanted Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n)
Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)
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$$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid.
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Page 18, The Southern Ocean Times, August 27, 2022 jerseyshoreonline.com Seaside Park - Beautiful, Oceanfront, 2 bedroom, super clean and quiet. No pets. $2,500/month, security, credit check required. 908-278-5491. (40) House Sale! Sat 8/27-Sun 8/28 10-4Cedar Glen Lakes 15 A Alaska Ave., Whiting. Furniture, TV’s Lenox & more!! EVERYTHING MUST GO! (37) SENIOR JERSEY GENT SEEKS NEW HOME - Semi-retired (fully vaccinated including Pfizer booster) desires lodging in private home. Food fringees too! Call Charlie 732-2163176. Email: cr@exit109.com. (40) Seeking Home MY HANDY CREW - Home repairs, carpentry, painting roofing and siding, decks, powerwashing, yardwor,k all your home maintenance needs. $ave. Call Clark 732-850-5060. Insured and NJ License #13VH11804800. (27) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (42) A Carepanion Team Humans and Pets - Decades of Experience Your Peace of Mind Family Operated Call or Text JoAnn 732-600-6812. (37) APlus Home Improvements - Over 30 years experience. Everything from small handyman tasks to large renovations, decks, finished basements and much more. Lic #13VH11453600. No job too small give us a call. 908-278-1322. (36) Widow Looking To Purchase Home - in Surrey Downs in Freehold. Will pay up to $255,000. Call Gail 732-678-3880. (36) Absolute best home improvements!"Building the shore since 1984" Additions, carpentry, windows & doors, roofing & siding, painting & staining, flooring, kitchens & baths, finished basements, masonry, fencing, custom decks, fully insured, license #13VH11804800. $ave. Call Brien 732-850-5060. (28)
2006 Chevy Impala - Needs engine some other mechanical. Body, interior fairly good. Good project car or parts. $895. Jim 908-330-9887. (38)
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Participants who fi nd jobs earning above a specific income threshold will repay the cost of their tuition over time. Any loan balance remaining after five years will be forgiven for borrowers in good standing. To help them succeed throughout the program, : From Page 7 participants will also receive living stipends and free wraparound supports, including access to an emergency aid fund and mental health counseling services. Under the program, students will not have to repay the living stipends or wraparound supports. The loans are intended to be a last-dollar option, allowing students to maximize the free resources available to them to minimize the amount they need to repay.
The program offers evening, weekend, and daytime class schedules to accommodate working learners and learners with families.
Members of the New Jersey CEO Council, a coalition of CEOs from some of the state’s largest and most widely recognized companies, provided corporate contributions of approximately $5 million to the Pay It Forward Program. The State added to this commitment with appropriations of $5 million in Fiscal Year 2022 and $2.5 million in Fiscal Year 2023. The CEO Council is made up of the CEOs of BD, Campbell Soup Company, Johnson & Johnson, Merck & Co., Prudential Financial, PSEG, RWJBarnabas Health, and Verizon.
The Southern Ocean Times, August 27, 2022, Page 19jerseyshoreonline.com 24 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN CUTTING TECHNIQUES NOBODY BEATS OUR PRICE & SERVICE 1900 Route 70 #3 Manchester Township (next to 732-657-9090Donovan’s) MR.CUTZMR.CUTZ ChildrenWomenMen---$10 ANY HAIRCUT! M, W, Sat: 9-2 T, Th, F: 9-5 Coupon valid only at HAIRCUT With this ad. Cannot be combined. Exp 9/3/22.$8 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE! CHOOSE FROM ANY OR ALL PAPERS: Toms River Times • Manchester Times Berkeley Times • Brick Times • Jackson Times Howell Times • Southern Ocean Times CALL 732.657.7344 TODAY TO SPEAK WITH A SALES REP! DARRYL LUZ LANDSCAPING One Call Does It All! Sub-Contractor Friendly! Excavating ∙ Landscaping ∙ Tear Outs & Removal Services Rough & Finish Property Grading ∙ Decorative Stone ∙ Sod Plants/Trees ∙ Concrete, Asphalt & Pool Removal Demolition & Wrecking Concrete Cutting & Repairs Bobcat & Excavator Work/For Hire 732.320.0152 NJ HIC #13VH05100700 KCS LANDSCAPING & TREE REMOVAL Tree Removal • Tree Trimming • Yard Clean Ups Mulching • Stone • Gutter Cleaning Weeding • Odd Jobs 609-384-5560 FULLY INSURED: NJTC-939256 WARETOWN, NJ HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING Serving All of Ocean & Monmouth Counties 1-800-688-TEMP • www.caretemp.com 891 Rt. 37 West • Toms River, NJ 08755 ESTIMATESFREE Replacements & New Install of Heating & Air Conditioning Units McMahon’s Jersey PowerwashingShore Hot Water and Soap Mold Removal Houses • Patios & Roofs Washed Gutter Cleaning • Interior/Exterior Painting 732-681-1111 Insured Lic.# 13VH09707800 Senior Community Discounts · Free Estimates NO HIGH PRESSURE USED Low Pressure Roof Stain Removal Safely Washing Houses & Roofs for Over 20 Years SEASONAL CLEAN-UPS Yard Clean-Ups Tree Removal & MulchingGutterTrimmingCleaning•OddJobs 609-971-0242 License# 13VH02103100 www.lezgusplumbing.com Since1928 $25 OFF WithAdThis PLUMBING • HEATING • COOLING NJ HIC Lic# 13VH01340700 CALL TODAY FOR FAST FRIENDLY SERVICE •Service Contracts • Water Heaters • Boilers • Furnaces • Air Conditioning • Gas Conversions • Tubs/Grab Bars • Sinks/Faucets • Bath & Kitchen Remodeling • FREE ESTIMATES 732-349-3322 • 732-892-3322 • 732-367-3322 Instant Financing Available Ronald Schultz NJ Master Plumber Lic #12170 BUSINESS DIRECTORY Well Drilling • Pump and Tank Replacement Water Conditioning THEODORE F. ZAREMBA, JR. LIC. #0019239 495 Wheaton Ave. Bayville, NJ 08721 PHONE: (732) 237-2440 FAX: (732) 237-8780 TedsWellService@aol.com help residents obtain family-sustaining jobs and then pay their success forward by supporting future cohorts of students,” said Governor Murphy. “This initiative is another way in which my Administration is working to give more residents access to high-quality education and training that will lead to good-paying jobs and successful careers. Investing in our residents will not only give them the opportunity to create a better life for themselves and their families, but will also help meet employers’ needs and promote economic development throughout the state.”
After a thorough due diligence process, the New Jersey Pay It Forward Program selected a set of inaugural training providers with high-quality, industry-recognized training programs and a track record of strong employment outcomes, employer relationships, and experience serving learners from diverse backgrounds. New Jerseyans have the option to enroll in Hudson County Community College’s Nursing Program, a two-year, full-time associate degree program in Jersey City designed to prepare learners for careers as registered nurses. Participants complete clinical placements to gain on-the-job nursing experience and prepare for roles as nurses in hospitals and other health care settings.
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Learners can also enroll in New Jersey Institute of Technology’s Cybersecurity Professional Bootcamp, a 10-month, parttime, online training program designed to prepare learners for cybersecurity careers. This course, which includes topics such as computer networking, cloud security, network security, and Python, takes place on nights and weekends to better serve the needs of working learners and learners withFinally,families.New Jerseyans have the option to enroll in Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) or Welding courses at Camden County College. Classes take place at Camden County Technical School’s Sicklerville Campus or Pennsauken Campus. Both programs, which meet in-person on weekday evenings, are nine-month, part-time courses with strong completion and job placement outcomes.
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The New Jersey Pay It Forward Program plans to partner with additional training providers in the coming months. Interested participants can learn more at njpayitforward.org
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Some active enlisted military families are on a pay scale low enough to qualify them for government assisted programs like food stamps and WIC. They were living in poverty prior to the COVID pandemic even with an additional second income. As soon as the pandemic hit, the spouse had to quit his/her job or quarantine off base for two weeks before he/she was able to return home. While restrictions have lessened, spouses are still limited to work because the outsourced day care is still not allowed back on the base and the spouse’s professional licenses are not transferrable to the state of New Jersey. Dine on Us was denied access to bring meals to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, so they decided to fi nd ways to get the military families off the base: either as a much-needed family night out, a long overdue date night, entertainment vouchers, a gas card, and groceries. These are all the basic liberties of life that our active military cannot enjoy.
2nd Annual Golf Classic
Celebrity Golf Invitational To Raise Money For Soldiers
OCEAN COUNTY – Members of the non-profit group Dine On Us are extremely excited with the success of their recent events even as they plan out their next one. Dine On Us is on a mission to provide dining and entertainment opportunities for our active military families who are not able to do so due to economic hardships. To help support Dine On Us, come out to their Celebrity Golf Invitational on September 8, enter their Celebrity Golf Invitational Island Resort raffle ending that same day, and join them at their Chef’s Tasting At The Beach on October 2. For full details visit dineonus.org/events.
The Southern Ocean Times, August 27, 2022, Page 21jerseyshoreonline.com AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Enhance Your Retirement Lifestyle! If you are 62 years of age or older and have sufficient home equity, you may be able to: • Pay o your existing mortgage2 • Pay o bills, loans or other debts • Access cash for unplanned expenses • Live in your home and maintain ownership2 • Increase monthly cash ow • Fund necessary home repairs A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), commonly known as a reverse mortgage, is a Federal Housing Administration (FHA)1 insured loan which enables you to access a portion of your home’s equity without having to make monthly mortgage payments.2 We are your local Reverse Mortgage Specialists and are happy to discuss the benefits and availability of a reverse mortgage with you, at convenience. Call the name you can trust for a FREE in-person consultation! James P. Anzano, President Glendenning Mortgage Corporation Office: 732-240-7227 • Cell: 908-330-1446 JAnzano@Glendenning.com • 81 E Water St, Toms River, NJ 08753 NMLS ID: 209792 • WWW.GLENDENNING.COM 800-354-8286 We are an independent lender based in Toms River, NJ and are not acting on behalf of the U.S. Department of HUD, FHA or the United States Government. [1] Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage insurance premiums (MIP) will accrue on your loan balance. You will be charged an initial MIP at closing. The initial MIP will be 2% of the home value not to exceed $12,723. Over the life of the loan, you will be charged an annual MIP that equals .5% of the outstanding mortgage balance. [2] Your current mortgage, if any, must be paid o using the proceeds from your HECM loan. You must still live in the home as your primary residence, continue to pay required property taxes, homeowners insurance, and maintain the home according to FHA requirements. Failure to meet these requirements can trigger a loan default that they may result in foreclosure.
To recap, the KW Red Day Bowl-A-Thon results started us off strong by allowing the group to purchase 165 custom gift card packages for Active Military Families. Additionally, the group’s fi rst Surf & Turf event brought in $5,000 that was put towards purchasing an additional 35 gift card care packages. Each care package was valued at $300 and with upcoming 2022 events and the Christmas season on the way, the organization is aiming high to gain more funds to further our mission of rolling out another round of care packages to active New Jersey military families in the area for a holiday season they will never forget.
GALLOWAY – Join for the 2nd Annual Golf Classic on September 19 at Blue Heron Pines Golf Club for a day of golf and fun in support of Family Promise of Southern Ocean County’s mission to help alleviate family homelessness locally. Golfers, visit birdease.com/Familypromisesoc to register. Sponsorship opportunities may be found at the same link. For more information and all inquiries, email jim@familypromisesoc.org or call 848-448-6885.
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The gray tree squirrel is one of the few mammalian species able to descend a tree head fi rst. Raccoons are another species able to do so.
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Eastern gray squirrels can breed two times a year, with the first litter being born in February or March and the second litter arriving in June or July. The gestation period is approximately 44 days. The younger and less experienced females will normally have one litter a year, in the spring. A typical litter will consist of one to four young who are weaned at around 10 weeks. Their eyes will open anywhere from 21 to 42 days. Only one in four babies will survive to one year. Their predators are hawks, raccoons, foxes, domestic and feral cats, snakes, owls, and dogs. The information for this article from was gathered through multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732-244-2768.
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Ocean County History Day September
TOMS RIVER – The Second Annual Ocean County History Day will take place on September 17 at the Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River. Rain date scheduled for September 18. The Ocean County Historical Society will be co-sponsoring this fun day with the Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Renee Thomaier Retired New Jersey Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
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JERSEY SHORE - The Eastern Gray Tree Squirrel is native to North America, but in some areas in the world, Europe, in particular, they are regarded as an invasive species. The gray squirrel is the most common in our area. They are a diurnal species, active in the daytime, as opposed to the flying squirrel, also very present in New Jersey, which are nocturnal, active at night. Neither of them hibernate. The gray squirrel is a scatter-hoarder, meaning it hoards food in numerous small caches to recover later. It’s estimated that squirrels make several thousand caches each season. They possess very accurate spatial memory for the location of such caches. They use landmarks to retrieve them. That’s not to say they will not steal food from other squirrels’ caches. Squirrels will sometimes pretend to bury food if they think they are being watched by other animals. They do this by preparing a spot as usual, digging a hole, and miming the placement of food. In fact, the food is never placed in the spot, but concealed in their mouths. They then cover the spot as if they deposited food. How smart is that!
Eastern Gray Tree Squirrel Commission. Stop by for free tours of the Victorian style mansion and museum. Enjoy entertainment, a miniature train display, interesting exhibits by many county historical societies and museums, historical reenactors, a used book sale, and much more! This fun-for-the-entire-family event is free to attend. For additional information, contact Jeff at 609-339-9134.
It is illegal to possess or relocate wildlife for any reason without the proper New Jersey State and/or federal permits.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Dig in and do your best. You will find that you have access to reserves of strength and persistence in the week to come. You can easily investigate deep subjects and handle detailed mental work.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) : Do a little soul-searching if you feel down. During the week, surround yourself with interesting people and mingle with key influencers. It can improve your mood to have lively conversations and take an interest in others.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be a standup person; you may need to make something right as this week unfolds. Your charisma may be at a high point in the middle of the week, adding charm to your reliability and trustworthiness.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This is a good time to focus on research and making public appearances. Add new contacts to your phone and build up your bank account. In the week ahead, you can grow closer to a loved one or ally.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep your finger on the pulse and marshal your resources. Some extra behind-the-scenes intel could help you out a lot. Be wise with money, you might easily incur extra expenses in the week ahead.
Give as good as you get. You might need to utilize extra empathy and tact to help with someone’s distress as the week unfolds. A partner or loved one might be more supportive and affectionate than usual.
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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Never poke a sleeping dragon. You might need to tiptoe around a few people with short tempers in the week ahead. However, you should also be able to make some timely purchases and connect with a cool crew.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) : Mentor and be mentored to share helpful knowledge. Your flair for fashion or great people skills might come in handy in the upcoming week. Find ways to enhance your world without going overboard.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Listen to a variety of opinions to widen your horizons. Your words can have a positive effect on someone. Work with a family member’s biases or desire to hear only what they want to hear in the upcoming week.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) : You can’t expect to win every time or for everything to be perfect. Acknowledge and validate yourself for doing the best you can do. Accentuate the positive as the week progresses and celebrate every victory.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Manage your life the way you would manage a business. In the early part of the week, it may make sense to curtail unnecessary expenses. Roll up your shirt sleeves and get to work to keep up with an energetic partner.
Omarr’s ForecastAstrologicalFortheweekofAUG27-sept2ByJeraldineSaunders(c)2022TRIBUNECONTENTAGENCY,LLC.LIBRA(Sept.23-Oct.22):
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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Learn more about other’s lives and experiences in the week ahead. Don’t let anyone stand in your way or discourage you from pursuing a worthwhile objective. Look at matters objectively or ask for advice from a good friend.
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