BARNEGAT – Ahoy mateys! Word has it that a band of suspected sea robbers arrived at Brackman School – just in time to give lessons in pirate jargon. This year’s Pirate Day
conveniently fell on the Saturday before September 19’s “International Talk Like a Pirate Day.” Landlubbers learned from “old sea dogs” what it meant to haul wind or risk
(Pirates - See Page 7)
TOMS RIVER It should be no surprise that a great deal can be learned from locals who enjoy studying the history of Ocean County and its lore. The 2nd Annual Ocean County History Day offered many opportunities for those inclined to revisit the past. The Ocean County Historical Society and Ocean County Cultural and Heritage put together the event, which included participation from an assortment of
other historical societies.
As Elaine McGuire ensured her white wig stayed in place, she looked a bit like America’s fi rst president, George Washington. However, McGuire quickly removed all assumptions by revealing the figure she represented as a part of Ocean County’s history.
“I’m actually General John Lacey,” shared McGuire. “He was a Revolutionary War general, and they named our town after him.”
McGuire attended the Ocean County History Day as part of the contingency from the Lacey Historical Society. The group displayed photographs of everything from the township’s original one-room schoolhouse to essential documents.LizMcGrath, one of Lacey Historical Society’s trustees, accessorized her costume from days past with a fashionable black brimmed hat. She looked like (History - See Page 7)
BARNEGAT – An agreement between the Township Committee and Paramount Homes brings 31 prospective homeowners one step
(Homes - See Page 5)
–Photo By Bob Vosseller Sharon Flaherty of Manchester takes a look at Jules, a tiger living at the Popcorn Park Refuge. announced plans for theirThefuture.celebration also honored some of the group’s most memorable residents throughout
By Bob Vosseller
LACEY The Associated Humane Society’s Popcorn Park Animal Refuge recently celebrated 45 years of saving animal lives and
(Animals
–Photo by Stephanie Faughnan An informal coalition of frustrated homebuyers left the township committee’s September meeting feeling more secure they’ll soon be in their homes.
–Photos by Stephanie Faughnan Pirates engaged in shenanigans with families and even members of the local police.
the years and highlighted current residents who call the Refuge home. This included welcoming the new lions, Aslan and Savannah, and tigers Jules and Jonathan. Attendees enjoyed light fare, cocktails, beer, wine, and live music as they walked through the Refuge and enjoyed the festivities.
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.
Popcorn Park has grown over time and is now home to over 200 rescued animals and its members look forward to continued expansion through a five-year plan to help even more animals in need.
Associated Humane Societies and Popcorn Park Chief Executive Officer Jerry Rosenthal said, “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. Not only do we save and care for animals that no one else would, but we provide an educational resource to the community to learn about humane education and conservation,” he added.
“Over the next few years, AHS intends to build on the amazing foundation that Popcorn Park has built by enhancing our animal enclosures, expanding the enrichment opportunities we provide our animals
and expanding our educational outreach to our local communities,” he said.
An estimated $30,000 education pavilion is set to be built on site toward that objective. A sign placed on the future location of the pavilion states, “through education we can inform, inspire, and cultivate a culture of care that will provoke lasting change for our animals.”
The planned pavilion will be designed to provide hands-on learning for school children and summer camps that will help educate the community about animal welfare issues and the animals living at the Refuge.
Also planned is a lion habitat that will cost an estimated $28,000 that provide Aslan and Savannah a more natural environment
to live in. It would include boulders for them to perch and lounge upon, grasses and hearty plants to burrow in and other areas for their Popcornstimulation.ParkRefuge
Executive Director John Bergmann noted that he was “thankful for the opportunity to have taken part in the inception of Popcorn Park and for the journey in building what it is today. I have been very fortunate over the last 45 years to create bonds with our animals and have them accept us into their lives.
“They come out on top when they fi nd their home here. It’s inspiring. I couldn’t have scripted a better life for myself,” Bergemann said.
Among the many animals he has befriended over the decades of service at the facility, the one that stands out the most is Princess the camel. She became his best friend and won the hearts of Refuge staff and visitors. Princess became famous for her gently demeanor and for picking Super Bowl winners each winter.
She was welcomed into the park in 2004 after the Doris Duke estate in Hillsborough was undergoing renovations and they no longer wanted Duke’s camels on the property.
Princess adapted quickly to life at the Refuge. She lived in the Elephant Pen for a decade before her passing in 2014. She is still well remembered throughout the state.
–Photo By Bob Vosseller Gionna Sanchez and Alden Stowe worked the Associated Humane Societies booth during the 45th anniversary celebration of the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge in Forked River.closer to moving into their new houses.
These frustrated people had bought homes in the Barnegat section of the Escapes Ocean Breeze 55+ community, which is being built by Paramount. Legal wrangling kept these homebuyers from being able to move in.
Now, Barnegat officials agreed to issue Temporary Certificates of Occupancy (TCOs) for each affordable housing and/ or market rate unit currently under construction that meets TCO requirements.
Paramount Homes will accrue $500 weekly fines for TCOs issued for the 31 market rate units currently under construction. Penalties began September 6, 2022, regardless of when the temporary certificates of occupancy are issued. The financial charges continue to accumulate until the developer is in compliance with the affordable housing phasing schedule.
Provided the developer meets the 100day phasing schedule requirement, the township will not collect the $500 per week fine on each unit. However, Paramount is required to post a $200,000 bond to cover the fines in the event it does not complete the affordable housing phasing as required.
“The developer has to apply for the TCOs,” said Township Attorney Christopher Dasti. “It wouldn’t behoove him not to apply because the fines will just continue to accrue.”
Ray Bragg, who currently lives in
Jackson, was one of two concerned homebuyers who first publicly asked township officials for help during their July committee meeting. Bragg said he and his wife signed a contract for their new house in May 2021. They were shocked when the developer said they wouldn’t be able to close until the early part of According2023.
to Bragg, the problem had nothing to do with construction delays or supply shortages. Paramount placed the blame on the township, citing its refusal to issue certificates of occupancy until the developer completed affordable housing units.
As part of its agreement with the township, Paramount Homes subsequently acknowledged they’d fallen behind in delivering the affordable units as required by a phasing schedule set up in accordance with state regulations.
Eileen Miller joined Bragg in the initial pleas for intervention from the local governing body. Southern Ocean Times’ exclusive coverage of the issue led other Escapes Ocean Breeze purchasers to contact Bragg and form an informal coalition. They have become neighbors helping neighbors before even moving into the Closingdevelopment.delayshave resulted in hardships as described by an assortment of prospective homebuyers who showed up at the Township Committee’s September meeting. Some have sold homes, rented apartments indefinitely, while others have lost out on low interest rates.
A number of the prospective residents have engaged legal counsel to challenge the developer. Many of them claim Paramount Homes failed to communicate with them or respond to their complaints.
Mayor Alfonso “Al” Cirulli credited the collaborate efforts of the township’s business administrator, engineer, attorney and code enforcement department working together with the attorneys from Paramount in coming to terms that would get people in their homes.
Meanwhile, Paramount Homes bears the cost of the work of the various professionals and related fees. The developer consented to issuing a check in the amount of $35,000 to reimburse costs to Barnegat Township as part of the executed agreement.
Barnegat has already issued 255 certificates of occupancy for market rate units and seven COs for affordable units in the development. No additional market rate homes were to be granted certificates of occupancy until Paramount Homes secured COs for 21 more affordable housing units.
The 34-page agreement executed between the township and Paramount Homes also addresses other areas of the project. Permits for water lines and electric hookups have expired for certain sections of the project. Details in the document outline the requirements for running both utility services.
“I’ve never fought for anything so hard in my life,” said Miller. “It was just very frustrating and very difficult to go
through as I’m sure it was for all of you asInwell.”expressing her gratitude to township officials, Miller said she looked forward to paying taxes on her new home.
Dasti made it clear that every pending unit within the development already under construction would be eligible for the“NoTCOs.new building permits for new construction will be issued until the builder catches up on the affordable housing schedule,” Dasti emphasized. “They’ve said they can do that in 100 days.”
Paramount Homes also agreed to deliver the next phase of affordable housing units about six months ahead of time, which means they should be completed by March of 2023.
Bragg, who spearheaded efforts to get himself and others into their homes, said he was impressed with how expediently township officials came up with a“Thissolution.(resolution) is great,” said Bragg.
“It’s a good feeling to know that I’m coming to a township where they look after their residents.”
A professional engineer who works for a government agency, Bragg said he was familiar with the types of agreements made with developers. He felt the language in the executed agreement with Paramount was “perfect.”
“It covers all aspects of everything and puts him in a position where he has to deliver,” Bragg concluded. “Thank you so much.”
You may be shocked, as I am, to know that New Jersey state legislators from Bergen, Middlesex, Hudson and Burlington Counties are actively working to pass laws, namely, Assembly Bill A4377 and Assembly Bill A4106-Senate Bill S2537, which will escalate the costs of living in Ocean County and New Jersey common interest communities throughout New Jersey, eliminate the ability of owners in such common interest communities to run their own communities as they see fit and which will ultimately convert owner occupied communities into low income rental communities.AssemblyBill A4377, proposed by Assemblywoman, Carol Murphy (District 7 Burlington), which is applicable to communities with over 100 units, seeks to impose an annual tax on all New Jersey condominiums, co-
operatives and homes within homeowner associations, at approximately $3.00 per unit, and, will require the non-delinquent unit owners within their communities to subsidize the delinquent unit owners within their communities by mandating an annual payment to a socalled “Common Interest Community Homeowners’ Association Trust Fund” to, among other things, not only pay the common maintenance expenses for low income households but also fund within the Department of Community Affairs (hereinafter “DCA”) the “Office of the Ombudsman for Common Interest Communities” which will demand an annual report from every common interest community board. This bill will not only discourage qualified individuals from serving their community, it will escalate the cost of living in virtually every New Jersey community association with more than 100 units, and, the mon-
ies collected will create a bloated bureaucracy within the DCA which will have the right to assist in foisting new rules and regulations upon all New Jersey common interest communities with more than 100 units, but not communities with less than 100 units, by people in Trenton who do not even live in the communities affected.
Senate Bill S2537 proposed by Senator, Troy Singleton (District 7 Burlington), and, the companion Assembly Bill A4106, proposed by Assemblywoman, Yvonne Lopez (District 19 Middlesex) and Assemblywoman, Angelica M. Jiminez (District 32 Bergen and Hudson) applies to communitiesbuyandcorporations,morewhichsuchgoverningsence,communitiesage-restrictedand,ines-seekstooverridethedocumentsofcommunities,manyofhavebeeninplaceforthan40years,toallowbusinessesunder-agedpersonstounitsorhomesinsuchtorentthem
out; despite the residents previously purchasing in such communities because the community was owner occupied.Incredibly, the “Statement” which currently accompanies the need for this bill misstates that “communities which were organized by a developer to house persons aged 55 and over [requires that] at least 80 percent of the residents, and one resident per each household, must be aged 55 or older.” Rather, federal law requires Severalolder.personstodemonstrateciesthatcommunity,qualifycommunitiesage-restrictedseekingtoasanage-restrictedtodemonstratetheyadheretopoli-andprocedureswhichtheirintentoperateashousingfor55yearsofageorSee24CFR100.306.oftheexpressways
identified by Congress for a community to demonstrate its intent to operate as housing for persons 55 years or age or older is through: Written rules, regulations,
covenant, deed or other restrictions.(See24CFR 100.306(4))
The maintenance and consistent application of relevant procedures.
(See 24 CFR 100.306(5))
Actual practices of the housing facility or community.(See24 CFR 100.306(6))
The concept of 80% is irrelevant to most communities.
Historically and consistent with 24 CFR 100.306, Planning Boards throughout New Jersey have imposed upon many age-restricted communities, governing documents (ie Master Deeds, Declarations, Proprietary Leases and ByLaws), that do not allow persons under fifty-five (55) years of age to purchase a home or interest in a dwelling unit unless a spouse or a domestic partner of a person is fifty-five (55) years of age or older. This protocol is ingrained into the Master Plan of municipalities throughout New Jersey.
In conclusion, if the pro-
posed legislation discussed is passed, it will wreak havoc on the decisions of many New Jerseyans, who resisted retiring to more retirement friendly states, to buy into an owner-occupied and owner-governed retirement community in New Jersey, as they watch their communities transform into a rental community controlled by politicians and bureaucrats from outside of their community.
I therefore invite every person who opposes this legislation that they write the sponsors of these bills, as well as, your own state legislators and Governor Murphy to express, in no uncertain terms, why New Jersey will be a better place without such laws. We ultimately get what we deserve. And, inaction about where and how we live will leave us resenting where and how we live.
Judith ManchesterNoonanRecently the letter carrier for our community experienced a devastating event where she lost her home
and all her belongings to a flood. Not being in a flood zone she didn’t have flood insurance so everything was a fi nancial loss.
Our community began donating gifts to her and several community organizations
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took up collections for her. While I’m sure these gifts helped, they couldn’t possibly make a dent in her needs.
Unfortunately, a member of our community, for reasons unknown, took it upon themselves to complain to the Post Master about the gifts that were being bestowed. She never solicited gifts and all gifts were given happily. This anonymous complaint letter caused her to be disciplined and threatened with loss of job if she accepted any future gifts. One of our local organizations which had collected many checks from their members had to forgo giving them to her.
What difference is this from (what I’m sure most of us do by) giving our letter carriers a holiday gift in December? Why would
someone go out of their way to make a bad situation worse? We live in a society with some very spiteful individuals. Shame on you.
LouisJacksonRiehlThe League of Women Voters of Monmouth County (LWVMonmouth) usually celebrates August 26 as Women’s Equality Day. This recognizes the anniversary of the certification of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote and affording equal representation and the full rights and privileges as citizens of the United States.
NOT THIS YEAR.
Instead, the LWVMon-
mouth is marking August 26 as Women’s (In)Equality Day recognizing that we are in a moment where women have fewer rights than they’ve had in decades. We are calling on lawmakers to take action to restore and protect our rights.
The Supreme Court decision overturning the constitutional right to abortion as recognized for nearly 50 years will have a harmful impact on all people who may become pregnant. We are concerned this will exacerbate societal inequalities and fall disproportionately on people of color and low-income communities already facing obstacles to healthcare.TheLWVMonmouth urges the passage of the Reproductive Equity Act [REA] (A4350/S2918) now. This
act addresses gaps in access by mandating insurance plans in New Jersey cover abortion and birth control with no cost-sharing or out-of-pocket. The REA also protects people seeking and providing abortions in New Jersey from extremist violence and the aggressive overreach of anti-abortion states. This commonsense legislation will impact the lives of many and we must not wait to move it forward.
Contact your legislators and urge them to support strong and equitable access to reproductive healthcare for all.
Barbara Chaudhery Evelyn C. Murphy Sharon Steinhorn Co-Presidents, League of Women Voters of Monmouth CountyContinued From Page 1
she was either ready for a day at church or old-time races. McGrath was particularly pleased to show off one of her fi nds from an estate sale.
“There was an elderly couple from town who were sickly and going to live with family members,” McGrath shared. “When I talked to the woman at their estate sale, I learned that her mother was a seamstress for President Harding. She gave me 100year blouses and baby clothes that were part of her mother’s dowry.”
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) also had a display set up to speak with visitors about their role in the history of the county - and the country. First organized in 1890, DAR members must all be able to prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution.
While Commissioner Virginia “Ginny” Haines is a familiar figure at county events, she was present at Ocean County History Day as the Regent of the Captain Joshua Huddy Chapter DAR.
“Both my mother and father’s lineage go back to the late 1600s,” shared Haines. “My father’s people originally settled into what is now known as the western side of Lakewood; my mother’s side came from the eastern portion of what is now Lakewood. They shared some of the distant relatives.”
Timothy “Tim” Hart, the Division Director for Ocean County Cultural and Heritage, joined a discussion with Haines to explain Huddy’s contribution to Ocean
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According to local folklore, the infamous Captain William Kidd sailed into the Barnegat Bay in search of a lovely lass who stole his heart. Stories vary as to whether Kidd buried treasure at sea or somewhere in the ReportsPinelands.thatCaptain Kidd’s ghost haunts the area surface almost as often as tales that the late school marm of Barnegat’s Elizabeth V. Edwards School haunts the building.Forover three decades, people came from afar to visit Barnegat’s historic downtown area as pirates seized every inch from Route 9 to East Bay Avenue to Birdsall Street.
Lads and lasses crammed together in search of booty from an assortment of vendors that lined the Concernsstreets.forpeople’s safety made for a change in location for Barnegat’s annual Pirates’ Day festivities last year. Barnegat Police Chief Keith Germain suggested the assorted buccaneers might fi nd a clearer gangway in a vaster area.
All hands were on deck as the governing body took on the suggestion of the township’s lead law enforcement officer. After all, none of them wanted to face mutiny
County. Hart previously served as Ocean County and Stafford Township’s historian.
“The blockhouses were where Toms River Town Hall is now,” Hart said. “Captain Huddy commanded the area around them and lost his life after the British captured and executed him.”
Hart said he considered Ocean County History Day as a great time for various organizations to get together and see what others are up to as far as collecting information about local history.
Some booths provided an opportunity to speak with visitors about significant happenings in the past. A video ran of the television episode of a hunt for ghosts in Barnegat’s Elizabeth V. Edwards School. While some hoped to save the nearly century-old building, its demolition is imminent.
Visitors to the event had the chance to sift through old books at bargain prices and view a display of vintage cars. However, a tour of the Ocean County Historical Society’s Elizabeth Sculthorp Force House proved to be an extra special treat.
Jeff Schenker, president of the Ocean County Historical Society, provided some of the initial details of the Victorian home located at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River.“We’re on the National Registry because of Elizabeth Sculthorp Force,” shared Schenker. Her family was the last residents of this house, originally located on Hooper Avenue.Thecounty acquired the home in the late 60s or early 70s and ultimately transferred ownership to the historical society, which
charges if someone fell folly to some type of disastrous harm.
Change can be difficult and not always well-received. Many of the same folks who dislike that the township’s fireworks display moved from the docks to Barnegat High School found the venue change unacceptable. While no one disagrees with the charm of the downtown area, officials insist that safety needs to come fi rst.
Jeanne Broadbent, Recreation Director for Barnegat and Waretown, said this year’s event proved to be a great success. Children had plenty of opportunities for bouncing around and taking advantage of the playground in the back of the Collins School.
Pirates actually seized Collins to set up a Pirate School. WBNJ radio played sounds in the area. At the other end of the pirate ship, live bands got people up on the pavement and moving to the music.
“We had 75 vendors here today,” said Broadbent. “They all had something different to offer and many were from local businesses.”Foodtrucks lined one part of the parking lot and catered to folks looking for some great grub. Pirates did their share of blabberin’ and acting like a bunch of scallywags.Noneofthe
pirates appeared the least bit frightened by the emergency vehicles lined up at this year’s Pirates’ Day. They
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is not a government entity. The house was moved behind the Ocean County Administration“ElizabethBuilding.liveduntil she was 105 years old,” Schenker said. “She started the fi rst family living program nationwide, moved to Greenwich Village, and began working for the United Nations.”
According to Schenker, Force also taught in Toms River schools and wrote books on family living that focused on nurturing children and other aspects of home life.
Parts of her home, constructed in the 1800s, serves as a museum. Displays in the lower level begin by pinpointing evidence of the county’s fi rst inhabitants, the Lenape tribes. An assortment of recovered artifacts documents the fi ndings made over theMelissayears.Ziobro, a Specialist Professor of Public History from Monmouth University, led a tour of the downstairs area. She then moved on to the time when European settlers made their way to the area, sharing more information about the British attack on the Toms River blockhouse in 1782.
The local history lessons proceeded over several decades and wars. Ocean County has always had a big military presence because of what is now referred to as the Joint Base. Many residents served in wars.
Ziobro explained some interesting information when she came to the display memorializing the Hindenburg disaster, which happened in what is now known as Lakehurst.“Atthattime in the 1930s, scientists at Fort Monmouth were developing radar-like
even resisted jumping aboard the Barnegat Police Department’s new marine unit before leaving off to sea.
Broadbent estimated approximately 3,000 people came to visit this year’s Pirate’s Day. The fact that the event was spread out left plenty of walking room and less bumping
aircraft detection that would go on to make a huge difference in World War II,” shared Ziobro. “When the Hindenburg exploded, they were freaked out initially because they were fearful some waves they sent out in error, might have caused it.”
On the ground level, those interested in genealogy have the opportunity to research hard copy materials that may help document family histories. Moving past beautiful sets of dinnerware and a 48-starred American fl ag, visitors have the chance to see the front of the home set in period style.
A music room up front and the kitchen all look ready to use. Upstairs, one bedroom displays how things were in years past.
Another room features a child’s nursery. What appears to be a large dollhouse in that part of the home is actually a replica of the Elizabeth Sculthorp Force House.
A third-grade class of Walnut Street School put together the display in 1980.
The teacher wanted her students to experience the museum but couldn’t take them on a field trip because of the fuel shortage during that time.
“The teacher took pictures of every room in this house,” explained a museum volunteer. “Over a six-month period, the students and parents created the house and handmade the various things in it.”
The sun shone brightly on Ocean County History Day as many gathered to revisit days past. The group of history enthusiasts gathered together proved to be an added collection of the area’s wealth of information.
sail for this year’s Pirates Day also had the opportunity to fi nish the day with a special movie offered by the Barnegat Recreation Department. “Pirates of the Caribbean” allowed viewers to return to a time when pirates ruled the seas.
Most people have at least a few freckles on their face or body, but not many have one on their eye. A nevus, also called a “freckle of the eye,” is a colored growth that forms on the eye similar to the way a mole develops on the skin. Nevi are simply a gathering of melanocytes (the cells that create melanin which gives our skin its color). They are usually harmless, so treatment is often not required. In some cases, however, nevi can evolve into cancer of the eye and your ophthalmologist will want to keep tabs on it. If a nevus forms on the outer wall of the eye, it can be removed surgically for aesthetic reasons.
It’s possible that sun damage may increase your chances of nevi, and there’s evidence that iris freckles are related to being out in the sun. A study found that people who spent more time in the sun had more iris freckles. To schedule a comprehensive eye exam, please call SIGHTMD NEW JERSEY SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622. We offer evening hours most nights of the week.
P.S. While most nevi are harmless, an ophthalmologist should be consulted if they are accompanied by eye pain, flashing lights, or other vision changes.
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BARNEGAT – At a special Eagle Court of Honor to be held on September 18 at 2 p.m. at the Joseph A. Citta Scout Reservation, Jack Bopp was presented with the highest rank a Scout can achieve and a new Eagle Scout took flight. This honor is but one of the many achievements that makes this young man stand out from the others.
To earn this honor, Jack demonstrated his leadership ability by completing a project to benefit his community. He set his sights on renovating the donation sheds at St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Waretown.
Jack’s leadership abilities were already present as a scout in Troop 26 of Waretown.
He was Quartermaster from January 2018 to December 2018, Patrol Leader from January 2019 to December 2019, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader form January 2021 to December 2021 and Senior Patrol Leader from January 2022 to the present. He is an Ordeal Member of the Order of the Arrow. He attended the scout council’s National Youth Leader Training (NYLT) in 2021 and staffed the council’s NYLT training in 2022. He has staffed the Joseph A. Citta Scout Reservation summer camp from the summer of 2019 to the present. During his time as a scout, he has earned the Ad Alteri Dei Religious Award.
Jack is a Junior at Barnegat High School, Class
Photo courtesy Jack Bopp of 2024. While at Barnegat High School he is a member of the Bengal Theatre Company, the Barnegat High School Select Choir and a member of their E-Sports program. He is also a member of the Tri-M Music Honors Society at the school.
He enjoys singing, acting and video games. His future plan is to become a movie editor.
Jack is the son of Frank and Kim Bopp of Barnegat, New Jersey. Kim works for the Barnegat Township School District as a Spanish teacher.
Frank works for the Jersey Shore Council –Boy Scouts of America as their Director of the Joseph A. Citta Scout Reservation. Jack also has two sisters: Jillian and Abby.
Jack’s Eagle Project, like all Eagle Projects, is to demonstrate leadership. Jack’s project was to plan, fundraise, shop and supervise volunteers to renovate the donation sheds at St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Waretown.
Jack would especially like to thank his parents, his friends and fellow scouts in Troop 26 of Waretown, and all who made his Eagle Project possible. He would also like to extend his appreciation to all the people who donated the money for the materials needed for the project.
All are invited to his Eagle Court of Honor. It will be on September 18, at the Joseph A. Citta Scout Reservation. If anyone requires more information, contact 609-698-3323.
STAFFORD – Stafford Recreation is pleased to announce the return of the after-school art classes for kids in partnership with Pine Shores Art Association.
Classes for children ages 7 to 12 will be offered Mondays starting September 26 and then on October 3, October 17, and October 24 from 4 to 6 p.m.
The cost is $80, includes all materials and will be held at the Bay Avenue Com-
munityChildrenCenter.willlearn about artists and their creative processes in each class. Artists will paint on traditional canvases, use a variety of colorful artists mediums, and learn the art of printmaking.
They will be offering new and exciting projects for our artists each week! To register, visit pineshoresartassociation. org.
LACEY – Bounty of the Bay is back on October 18 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now. Bounty of the Bay is a tasting event featuring local restaurants.
Participating Restaurants:
• Big Barlow’s BBQ & Catering (Barnegat)
• Breaker’s Kitchen & Tap (Waretown)
• Captain’s Inn (Forked River)
• Chinese Gourmet (Forked River)
• The German Butcher (Forked River)
• Monkfish Waterfront Grille (Waretown)
Silent auction! This year’s event will be held at the Lacey Community Center, 15 E. Lacey Road, Forked River. Tickets: $25 per adult; $8 children under 10 years. They will be contacting everyone who previously purchased tickets (in 2020) and requested we “hold” tickets for the next event!
WARETOWN – The Township of Ocean has announced their Halloween House Decorating Contest. Registration form required. Submit completed forms via email recreation@twpoceannj.gov or clerk@ twpoceannj.gov. You may also drop them off to the Clerk’s Office.
Voting link will be posted on the Township’s website and Facebook. Voting link will be live from October 22 to 31. Winners will be announced the week of November 1. Prizes in the form of gift cards will be awarded: 1st Place $150; 2nd Place $100; 3rd Place $75.
WARETOWN – The Ocean County Health Department has announced their 2022 Flu and Pneumonia Clinic Schedule:
October 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Township of Ocean Community Center, 239 11th Street
October 25 and November 21 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Ocean County Fire and EMS Training Center, 200 Volunteer Way, Waretown
Influenza vaccinations are provided at no out-of-pocket expense for Ocean County Residents. COVID-19 Vaccinations available at each location. Residents requesting a Pneumonia vaccination can schedule an online appointment for the vaccine clinic located at 175 Sunset Avenue, Toms River on Mondays. All sites open to residents six months of age and older.
BARNEGAT LIGHT – A wedding party had to cut the celebration short after the floor started caving in at a LBI restaurant on September 17, authorities said.
Emergency personnel responded to the Daymark restaurant on Broadway and Fourth Street around 7:30 p.m. after receiving reports that the second floor had collapsed where the wedding reception was being held.
As a result, about 200 people were evacuated from the building thanks to the DJ’s help telling guests to safely exit the building. Despite many people on social media stat-
ing that the building fully collapsed, Barnegat Light Volunteer Fire Co. confi rmed in a press release that this was not the case.
“The floor did not collapse, but caved in resulting in the structure being unsafe for the meantime,” the Fire Co. said.
No injuries were reported from the incident.Assisting at the scene were Long Beach Township Police Department, Ocean County fi re marshal, Barnegat Light First Aid Squad and EMS, as well as EMS squads from Surf City, Beach Haven, Stafford Township, and a paramedic team from Hackensack Meridian.
STAFFORD – The 15th Annual Stafford Township Fall Harvest Festival will be held at Manahawkin Lake Park, Route 9 and Lakeshore Drive on October 8 and 9 from 12 to 5 p.m. both days.
Hayrides, craft vendors, food vendors. Halloween parade at 12 p.m., line up at Stafford Firehouse at 11:30 a.m. Scarecrow making, costume contest, pumpkin picking, wine festival at Heritage Park. Entertain-
ment by: Josh Werner and The Acousticrats. Car show, wine festival at Heritage Park, craft vendors, food vendors, drum circle. Entertainment by: Ridgemont High and The Lovelight Band.
Help Us Help Others - Admission to hayrides is a nonperishable food item that will benefit The Free Little Pantry.
For additional information, call 609-5971000 ext. 8573 or visit staffordnj.gov.
–Photo Jill Svelling Belloff
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be offering Extra! Extra! Read All About Cattus Island for people age 16 years and up at Cattus Island County Park, located at 1170 Cattus Island Boulevard Toms River on October 26 from 2 to 3 p.m. This program will take you on a virtual stroll down memory lane to discover how this gem of a park has evolved into the 500-acre oasis that so many people
RIVER – Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be offering Beginner Astronomy for people age 11 years and up at Cattus Island County Park, located at 1170 Cattus Island Boulevard Toms River on November 15 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Join Jim Webster from the Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area and learn about telescopes that can take your night viewing to a new level.
To register, send a check or money order for $5 made payable to the “County of Ocean” to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753.
Provide your name, address, and daytime telephone number, along with program number 302166-1C when registering.
For more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call 732-506-9090 or visit our website at oceancountyparks. org.
To register, send a check or money order for $5 made payable to the “County of Ocean” to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753.
Provide your name, address, and daytime telephone number, along with program number 302166-1E when registering.
For more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call 732-506-9090 or visit our website at oceancountyparks.org.
ATLANTIC CITY – Legendary comedian Adam Sandler is coming to Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on October 28 at 8 p.m.
Tickets go on sale September 16 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com and Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000. All shows are subject to change.
There are many of you out there that are willing to take a chance on buying one of the many OTCs on the market. Before you make that PURCHASE, fi rst have your hearing evaluated determine if you’re really a candidate for this device. Contact Dr. Izzy’s office and he will be happy to evaluate your hearing and discuss all of your options with you. If you ignore this recommendation, then carefully read the information below to assist in making the best purchase for your listening needs.
If you require a flat reduction for the OTC hearing aids you wish to purchase, follow the best sale technique of a couple of portals, which occurs occasionally. These platforms will also supply better-discounted price selections on various items during the off-season.
You should seek reviews for your chosen product on the relevant portal. Go for it if you are completely satisfied. Never make a buy in a hurry. Give your time and conduct thorough research on the merchandise you prefer.
It is widely thought that if a product’s rating remains at or above par four, the product is an excellent pick. You must pay attention to the ratings and hunt for the ideal point. Then and only then will your online purchase be a success. If you see ALL 5 Star ratings, don’t believe it. Explore The Company’s Privacy Policies.
This is a critical component. You don’t have to follow them if you buy from well-known and trustworthy websites. However, look into their privacy policies if you use a few additional web portals. And determine whether or not they are genuine.
If dissatisfied with the product, you must return it within the time frame specified by the relevant E-commerce platforms. Ensure that the returned product is in the same condition as when it was received and that the associated receipt is not misplaced.
After you’ve decided on your products,
click the Buy button. Then you’ll see various payment options for credit and debit cards and their EMI plans. If you are not comfortable paying in advance, use the cash on delivery (COD) or pay on delivery option (POD).
Don’t Purchase Using Public Wi-Fi. Never, ever do it, no matter how much free public service you obtain. Otherwise, your personal buying would become a public concern. Whatever product you choose and its associated pricing may be made public.
Check Your Credit Card Statement. Check your credit card statement regularly. It’s always fun to have credit cards because you can buy anything using the lucrative EMI programs. However, the issue emerges when you become aware of the massive pending loans. So, always shop wisely while keeping your budget and needs in mind.
Look For HTTPS Rather Than HTTP In The URL.
HTTPS is highly recommended if you require a secure buying experience. It operates at the transport layer, ensuring end-to-end network communications security, and is hence favored for internet communications and online transactions.
Do Not Click On Links In Emails. Never click on an unsolicited email link since it could be a malware message that could harm your device or laptop if you do. As a result, your private and secure data may be compromised.
Update Your Browser. Always update your browser because there is always the possibility that it will become infected with malicious programs, trojans, and viruses. As a result, your regular upgrades will quickly address any security issues.
The Bottom Line
Dr. Izzy & his Staff hope this information helps you make the right decision when you purchase OTC hearing aids. We are always available to answer your questions about hearing health.
His offices are located in Toms River, Manahawkin, and Whiting and can be reached by calling 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstate hearing.com.
Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.
Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Everyone likes to look youthful, and face creams are a quick way to smooth out fine lines and add hydration to your face. Even if this doesn’t apply to you, and you yourself don’t use any skincare, someone you know does! I know that because the face cream market is expected to hit $8 billion dollars in the next few years! That’s a lot of face cream! And I can tell you from personal experience, that many of them are not useful, and are sometimes harmful.
By harmful, I mean they may contain ingredients that are aging you faster. There are 4 major problems with using certain face creams. Let’s go over those now. The 4 Main Problems with Face Cream
1. They Can Often Feel Greasy. When you apply your face cream, you may wake up in the morning to a greasy face print on your pillow! Or you might apply your makeup (on top of your face cream) and just end up with an oil-looking face. The reason is that most moisturizers contain oils that don’t match your skin so they sit on top of the skin rather than getting absorbed. The biggest brand names are often the biggest culprits for cheap ingredients because they use their money to pay influencers and celebrities to brainwash you that it’s amazing stuff ! The ingredients often come up short, or very chemically.
2. The Ingredients Can Increase Risk of Cancer. Many face creams today contain parabens and other cancer-causing preservatives. If you read the ingredient list
and see any word that ends in “paraben” such as methylparaben, then you should choose something different. If you apply a cream with parabens even once daily, you are exposing yourself to endocrine disruptors that are thought to cause many cancers.Ifyou don’t know you have a little microscopic (yet-to-be-seen) tumor, and you use parabens, you may be making yourself worse because of the cream you are using. Everyone who has integrity will avoid putting parabens in their skin care products.
3. The Vitamin C They Use is All Wrong. I see very pricey moisturizers boasting vitamin C in their formulas. While it’s true that this nutrient is beneficial for skin care, it is also true that most forms of C do not even work on the skin as advertised.
4. Steroids are Hidden in Some Face Creams. Many people will apply a daily moisturizing cream without realizing that they contain steroids. You may be aging yourself! These creams are often sold at the dermatologist’s office, or online. The reason is that use of steroids on the face for more than a few weeks will cause thinning of the skin, and fungal infections which can become very severe.
The best way to apply moisturizer is to use a nickel-sized amount for your entire face and don’t forget your neck. If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, come to my website suzycohen. com, and I will give you the solution to these problems, as well as a free ebook.
TOMS RIVER – Parents, guardians and other residents are encouraged to attend any of four educational, interactive programs that focus on drug use and abuse in Ocean County, presented by the Ocean County Health placetyTrends“DrugsDepartment.101:DrugforOceanCoun-Parents”willtakeatfourbranches:October4,6:30p.m.–
Brick Branch, 301 Chambers Bridge Road, 732-477-4513, presented by Renata Bradshaw, OCHD Program
OctoberMonitor20,6:30 p.m. – Manchester Branch, 21 Colonial Drive, 732-657-7600, presented by Kelly Larney, Senior Field Representative, Health Education November 2, 6:30 p.m. – Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, 732-3496200, presented by Amanda Gan, MBA, CHES®, Program Development Specialist, Community Service November 15, 6:30 p.m. – Little Egg Harbor Branch, 290 Mathistown Road, 609294-1197, presented by Kelly Larney, Senior
Field Representative, Health Education
Each two-hour program will examine a variety of drugs, substances specifically found in Ocean County, and their impacts. Attendees will learn slang, understand how substances are used, and recognize how people under the influence react.
Attendees will gain awareness of illicit substances and paraphernalia by walking through an interactive teenage bedroom display that contains signs of drug use and abuse.Registration at theoceancountylibrary. org/events is required to attend these free programs. To learn more, visit or call your nearest participating branch, or chat/text to 732-943-1625.
Photos courtesy of Ocean County Health Department
By: Michael J, Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates
By Mike Deem
In 1998, the State of New Jersey adopted the Automobile Insurance Cost Reduction Act (AICRA) to reduce the cost of automobile insurance by reducing the benefits available to persons who are injured in automobile accidents. This means less coverage to pay for medical treatment and less rights to recover monetary damages from careless drivers who injure your family. Protect yourself.
Automobile insurance is mandatory in New Jersey. The failure to carry automobile insurance may be punishable by imprisonment.
When purchasing automobile insurance, you have two choices; you are required to select either a Basic Policy or a Standard Policy. We do not recommend choosing the Basic Policy.TheBasic Policy only provides minimal coverage and leaves you unprotected in several areas. A Basic Policy only provides you with $5,000.00 of property damage liability coverage if someone makes a claim against you and only provides $15,000.00 of medical expense benefits should you require medical treatment for your injuries. The Basic Policy does not cover you if you injure someone else. The Basic Policy does not provide Uninsured Motorist coverage to protect you and your family if the careless driver who causes the collision is uninsured or is insured under a Basic Policy. Perhaps most importantly, the Basic Policy will not provide you with a free lawyer to defend any claim against your personal assets.
We recommend that you purchase a Standard Policy. A Standard Policy provides the best insurance coverage to protect your assets if you are sued and to provide compensation to you and your family if you/they are injured.
The Standard Policy does provide medical expense benefits (PIP) coverage which includes medical expenses up to $250,000.00 per person per accident. The Standard Policy also provides you with Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM Benefits), so if you are injured by someone who does not have automobile insurance, is insured under a Basic Policy or leaves the scene of the collision then you and your family are covered for your losses.
When you purchase the Standard Policy, you must elect a “tort option” that will determine your right to make a claim. You must select either the “limitation on lawsuit option” or the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” If you purchase the Basic Policy then you are assigned the “limitation on lawsuit option.” We recommend that you choose the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” Ask your insurance representative what is the actual dollar amount that your overall premium will increase if you elect the “no limitation on lawsuit option.”
By choosing the “limitation on lawsuit option” you are limiting your legal right to make a claim for monetary damages unless you sustain one of the following injuries: Death, Dismemberment; Significant scarring or disfigurement; Displaced Fractures; Loss of Fetus or a Permanent Injury that can been diagnosed by credible, objective medicalSelectingtesting.the correct insurance coverage is extremely important when it comes to protecting your family and personal assets. Call the Attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates (732-505-1212) for a free evaluation of your automobile insurance policy.
Michael J. Deem, Esq.
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The eastern cottontail is a member of the order Lagomorpha. What does that mean, you might be wondering? It refers to gnawing herbivorous mammals who possess two pairs of incisors in the upper jaw, one behind the other. They are not considered mammals, despite their resemblance to rodents. The cottontail is one of 12 species of rabbits occupying North America. Rabbits are considered a major food source to a variety of animals. Dogs and cats are also considered predators, whether they domestic or Cottontailsferal.have a digestive system that allows them process food twice. It passes initially as a soft blackish pellet, which is consumed, digested and passed through as a hard fibrous pellet. At that point there is no nutritional value. Their primary food sources are tender grasses, leaves, and herbs. That is not to say they will eat other foods not typical of their diet, in cases where natural foods are not available. Their shallow nests are constructed in the ground, lined with some grasses and the mother’s fur which she plucks from her neck area. This provides a lining between
the soil and her babies. Some females will produce anywhere from two to five litters a year. Each litter having four to six “kittens.” Personally, I have seen litters as large as 10. During the day the mother leaves the nest and returns at dusk to nurse. She does this keep her scent away from her babies as it will attract predators. Cats will often fi nd a nest, and once that happens, they usually remember where they are. One by one a cat might bring a ‘gift’ to its home. In that case they are not looking for food but simply demonstrating their prey drive.
The white spot on the top of their forehead is the quickest way to identify them. Even with their speed reaching 20 miles per hour, they have many predators in the wild which include foxes, hawks, owls, domestic cats, and dogs. They are also hunted by people and killed by automobiles. Some will not survive past one year. They utilize burrows to escape from predators, however, those burrows are those of other animals.
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 state and/ or federal permits.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Make sure you are always trustworthy. You might not always get your way in the week ahead, but few will doubt your sincerity. Sidestep occasional misunderstandings; don’t get pulled in to someone else’s circus.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): As you speed your way to the top in the week ahead, be careful not to trample on anyone’s toes. Consider whether what you are doing gives you real pleasure or is just something you doing for validation.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Crank up your enthusiasm and a competitive spirit without letting it stress you out. Remain levelheaded and don’t let your emotions dictate your actions as the week progresses. Focus on using your common sense.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Weigh out price versus value with care. It might be necessary to spend a little more to get something more satisfying in the week ahead. Concentrate on generosity to guarantee long-term security.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Put sound business tactics and strategies into action in the week to come. An adversary or loved one may not feel that some of the rules are fair or equitable. However, your gentle approach should convince them otherwise.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your inbox may be flooded with invitations in the upcoming week. Keep in close contact with neighbors and follow up on or social obligations. Real friends want you for more than your money and influence.
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realize that you enjoy a change of pace and become intensely involved in something new and exciting. When necessary, you can ask for forgiveness but don’t take anything or anyone for granted in the week ahead.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Use willpower to overcome obstacles and sincerity to instill trust. Someone who is suspicious of your motives could be reassured in the week ahead. Always be wise enough to acknowledge the things you do not know.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Use skillful chess moves to take command of your side of the board. Since you likely have good judgment and a vision of what can be accomplished, this is a good week to focus on creating lasting financial security.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Work hard to increase your awareness, so you don’t overlook any mistakes or be blind to your own social blunders in the week to come. You might be inspired by a great piece of information.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): One trick to overcoming obstacles is patience and self-discipline. Focus on using organizational skills and diligence to become more efficient. Do not hesitate to grant someone a favor in the upcoming week.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A partner or loved one can provide the means that help you achieve your ends. As the week unfolds, there may be times you are not on the same wavelength. Wait until any distracting problem has been dealt with.
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