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After TreatmentTurtles ReleasedEndangered Sea

By Alyssa Riccardi

POINT PLEASANT – Injured and sick sea turtles that were rehabilitated were recently released back out into the ocean, all thanks to a New Jersey-based nonprofit.

Two marine scientists Bill Deerr and Brandi Biehl created Sea Turtle Recovery because they wanted to do more to help save the endangered and threatened animals in New Jersey. Sea Turtle Recovery is the first long term sea turtle hospital in the state, and its team is committed to ensuring that sea turtles have a future.

Co-Executive Officer Brandi Biehl explained how the company began after they realized there was no local hospital care for sea turtles.

“Time and time again we’d have to (Turtles - See Page 6)

Town Reports Flood Prevention Measures

By Judy Smestad-Nunn

BRICK – Township officials updated the public on what measures have been taken to reduce flood insurance for residents.

As part of the township’s participation in the National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System (CRS), Brick’s Floodplain Manage ment Committee must submit an annual review on the progress it has made on implementing a number of initiatives.

Some of the initiatives completed in this report ing period include the installation of a generator

at the Department of Public Works, which is the command center for all weather-related events, and installation of a protective canopy for their critical equipment.

Submersible wastewater pump stations were completed throughout the township, and $120,619 was spent on check valves to prevent backflow in various low-lying areas.

Also, the governing body passed an ordinance that establishes impervious surface coverage limits for residential properties while home

(Flood - See Page 5)

By Chris Lundy

BAYVILLE – Brick & Central’s Summertime Carnival served as a fundraiser for schools in both areas.

Superintendent Tri antafillos Parlapanides sent a letter to the ben eficiaries of the night, which included parent

Carnival Raised Funds For Local Schools (Carnival - See Page 4)

Photo courtesy Sea Turtle Recovery (Left) Sally J is a green sea turtle who was found trapped in a river sys tem. She was released back into the ocean after treatment.

(Right) Sagari is a loggerhead who was taken in from Virginia after having a lung infection.

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teacher associations from Ocean Gate, Bayville, Clara B. Worth, H&M Pot ter, Berkeley Township Elementary, Central Regional and Brick as well as the Island Heights Foundation.

Housed on the grounds of Central Re gional High School, the summer event featured rides, games of chance, and more family-friendly entertainment.

There was a $2 entry fee and people bought ride tickets and unlimited ride wristbands.

The goal had been to deliver each or ganization $3,000 dollars but unfortu nately each PTA/Foundation received a check for $1,589.88.

Part of this was the cost of police, garbage removal and portable re strooms, which added up to $16,200. The organizers were also charged for running games of chance and restock ing prizes. The games made $17,000,

and cost $14,000 to run.

This will be a learning experience to make the carnival better and more efficient next year, Parlapanides said.

“I know how we can increase those revenues and will share them with Brick Township Schools. I also want to thank everyone for really making a wonderful community event. This community event allowed for good, clean family fun by everyone and would not be possible without your efforts,” he said to the volunteer foundations.

The idea came from two people with experience in recreation that also happen to be Board of Education mem bers. Michael Graichen represents Seaside Heights on the Central Board and Michael Blandina is a Brick Board of Education member. Blandina has run the Columbus Day weekend in Seaside for a number of years. The two came up with this idea and reached out to Parlapanides and Brick Superinten dent Thomas Farrell.

Fall Fest

BRICK – Brick Township’s Fall Fest will be held on October 15 from 1 to 7 p.m. at Windward Beach Park.

Fall Fest will feature food trucks, games, inflatables, rides, fire pits, beer and wine,

a cornhole tournament and more. The event will be closed with a fireworks display!

Admission to Fall Fest is free! Rain date is October 16.

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elevations continue.

Impervious surfaces are asphalt and any other material that keeps rain from eventually making it into the ground water.

By following a litany of best practic es, towns can reduce the cost of flood insurance for residents.

The Floodplain Management Plan identifies 140 hazard mitigation initia tives, described as activities that reduce or eliminate losses resulting from the impacts of flooding.

There are over two dozen objectives in the plan with initiatives ranging from updating local ordinances to reflect and address flood hazards, to ensuring that capital improvements are constructed with storm- and flood-resilient features.

The flood hazard mitigation plan includes natural resource protection, such as reinforcing and protecting dune systems and coastal wetlands, and making improvements to stormwater infrastructure.

According to the annual review, which was published this month, 81 have been completed to date, with 56 of those as complete but part of ongoing programs.

Action was completed on 22 of the 140 initiatives this year.

There was no action taken on eight initiatives. 29 of the 140 initiatives were removed since the inception of the plan

due to elimination of a program, and 13 of the initiates were added since the plan began.

Flood hazard mitigation has longand short-term strategies including planning, policy changes, programs, projects and other activities that can mitigate the impacts of floods. A flood is an inundation of normally dry land resulting from the rising and overflow ing of a body of water that can develop slowly over a period of days or happen quickly.

Participation in the CRS not only helps to reduce and avoid flood damage to insurable property, but results in a 20 percent savings on flood insurance premiums for compliant structures in the township. As of July 2021, Brick has achieved a Class 6 rating in the CRS, resulting in the 20 percent savings.

The CRS program was implemented in 1990 as a voluntary program, and com munities are rewarded for actions that meet three goals: reduce flood damage to insurable property; strengthen and support the insurance aspects of the National flood Insurance Program; and encourage a comprehensive approach to floodplain management.

Since 1953, there have been 16 flood-related events in Ocean County that have caused significant damage to trigger a presidential disaster decla ration, which equates to a significant flood event around every 4.25 years.

According to a 2014 Ocean County Hazard Mitigation Plan, approximately

20 percent of the parcels in Brick are vulnerable to future flood damage.

There are currently 4,312 flood policies in the township and 3,271 instances of paid losses totaling over $200 million.

The Floodplain Management Planning Committee, which meets quarterly, in cluded co-coordinators Township plan ner Tara Paxon and township engineer Elissa Commins.

The committee also includes other department heads, the Barnegat Bay Partnership, a council member, a dis trict teacher and members of the public.

The plan may be viewed online on the township website. Hard copies of the plan are available at the library and the township clerk’s office.

─Screenshot by Judy Smestad-Nunn

The report had maps that showed flood hazard areas.

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take the turtles to the closest hospital which usually ended up being in North Carolina. We’d take these turtles that are in critical condition and we would try to rush them down to long-term hospital care. He lost so many of them and we were heartbroken. That’s when we decided we have to do something,” Biehl said.

The nonprofit was established in 2014 and in 2016, the Turtle Back Zoo provided a facility where they can continue their work.

Since they opened in December 2016, they have released 87 sea turtles back into the ocean.

“It’s a labor of love. They’re our pas sion, they’re our everything,” Biehl said. “There was nothing here in New Jersey yet. Sea turtles continue to be stranded here and so we started our hospital and luckily this part of the community and people who have found out about us, it’s just been overwhelm ing and we’re slowly growing and we’re able to now take in sea turtles from other states when they become overcrowded and really work to make a difference for sea turtles.”

For sea turtles in New Jersey, it’s very uncommon for them to nest here and most of the eggs become non-viable if there’s any attempt. Sea turtles come up in the summer months and they en joy crab off our shore, and usually stay along our coastline from about June all way to end of October then they have to migrate back down south.

“The majority of cases we get as far as sea turtle strandings is when they fail to migrate. That can be because they had a slight injury - whether it be a mild break in their flippers, something that prevented them from migrating - or sometimes they go in our back bays where it’s nice and warm and so as the cold-water currents push down, they stay in the back bay. As a result, they don’t get cues to migrate, their water temperatures are turning cold, their food sources are depleting and by the time that they realize it they start to head out but they’re trapped by those cold waters,” Biehl said.

She further explained how in these situations, sea turtles can undergo cold stunning. Similar to hypothermia, sea turtles will shut down their body sys tem and can shut down all their organs but their brain and heart. Due to this, they wash ashore very sick.

Biehl and the team try to educate the public on what happens when a sea turtle in found ashore injured.

“What we need the public to under stand with these sea turtles, it’s usually the colder months, people grab them and put them in their car and try to rush them to the hospital. But during those colder months people crank the heat, and that’s the worse thing you can

do because these sea turtles need to be warmed slowly, five degrees a day, or they go into shock,” she said.

Cold stunned sea turtles that failed to migrate for illness or injury is the main reason for stranding in the area. Biehl said they also deal with cases where the animals are hit by boat propellers, and they’ve even had a case where one digested a balloon.

The process for rehabilitation and recovery is different for every patient, Biehl explained.

“Once we warm them back up, it really depends how long it takes. Majority of cases, if they haven’t cold stunned for long, it’s lung infection and we can get them out in about six months. Other cases if there’s more damage it could take years to release them,” she said.

This year, Sea Turtle Recovery re leased a total of 18 animals. Over the summer, they released about eight turtles and their most recent release at Point Pleasant Beach on September 20 featured two turtles. Sagari is a 120 lb loggerhead who was taken in from Virginia after having a lung infection and digestion issues. Sally J is a green sea turtle who was trapped in a river system in South Jersey.

“Sea turtles cannot survive in fresh waters, but this sea turtle went up the bay and with cold upwelling currents it pushed this turtle up into the river system. She was found in Linwood in the Patcong Creek system. She was very, very lost,” Biehl said.

All the sea turtles who are released are tagged, however two turtles released from Sea Turtle Recovery are specifi cally satellited tagged in order to track their swimming pattern.

“It is important to see where they are going. Since these sea turtles stranded here, what are they doing when we re lease them back out? That’s never been studied. Some of those things being researched is migration patterns, and how the rehabilitation affected them,” Biehl said.

Loggerhead sea turtle Titan is tracked via satellite so the team can follow where he swims. He has three flippers and is infamously named the ‘world’s toughest sea turtle.’ Titan was hit by a boat propeller and he was bit by a shark. He was later found by fishmen as he was being attacked by another shark.

“We know they were three different incidents based on the tissue and the aging of the injuries,” Biehl said.

There are many different ways the public can help sea turtles and support Sea Turtle Recovery. You can visit seaturtlerecovery.org and make a do nation, or you can adopt or sponsor a sea turtle.

“Every donation helps. Some of these sea turtles, especially those in critical condition, need three to four blood works a week… Every donation goes to these sea turtles to save them,” Biehl said.

S potlight o n g overnment Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Nearly $3.4M To Increase Security In Lakewood

Capitol Comments

LAKEWOOD - In the midst of an alarm ing surge in antisemitic attacks across the United States, Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) announced nearly $3.4 million in federal funds that will help bolster the security of more than 20 schools, houses of worship and child care centers across Lakewood. The federal dollars come at a crucial time after a report published by the Anti-Def

amation League shows that New Jersey had the second-highest number of incidents of antisemitism last year - a shocking 25 percent increase from the previous year - after neigh boring New York.

“With antisemitic attacks exploding across the United States, we must do everything we can to improve the safety of our Jewish communities and safeguard against threats and potential acts of terror before it is too late,” said Smith, the CoChair of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism.

“This critical funding will go a long way to better secure schools, houses of wor

ships and child care centers in one of New Jersey’s fastest-growing towns and provide safety and greater peace of mind to members of the Jewish community who are facing historically high levels of antisemitic hate,” Smith said.

Smith said a large portion of the funds come from the Department of Homeland Security’s Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) grant program, which assists highthreat, high-density areas with building and sustaining capabilities necessary to protect against and respond to acts of terrorism.

The grant program, which was established in 2003, had initially excluded Central Jersey from eligibility based on the original formu la used to award the funds until Smith led efforts as Dean of the New Jersey Congres

sional Delegation to ensure the homeland security grants were made available to localities in his district including Lakewood.

“This year’s horrific attack in Lakewood by a hate-filled man - who ran over Jewish pedestrians in a vehicle he carjacked and stabbed another while spewing antisemitic slurs - was a chilling reminder that no one anywhere is immune from the evil manifes tations of this pernicious hate,” said Smith.

According to the latest data from the FBI, 55 percent of all religiously motivated hate crimes are committed against Jews, who comprise approximately 2.4 percent of the US adult population.

“Antisemitism won’t go away by ignoring it or wishing it away,” said Smith. “It must be defeated.”

Report Warns NJ Of Health Effects Associated With Climate Change

From The Desk Of The Governor

TRENTON – The Murphy Administration announced that New Jersey is among the first states to produce a comprehensive report on the impacts of climate change on human health and communities by adding a human health supplement to its New Jersey Scientific Report on Climate Change. According to the State’s Human Health and Communities Addendum, climate change will have direct, indirect, and wide-ranging influences on human health, such as exacerbating respira tory conditions and cardiovascular disease in vulnerable populations, causing heat-related stress, increasing the risk of diseases borne by mosquitoes and ticks, increasing the fre quency of pathogen contamination of food and water supplies, and increasing mental health stressors.

Key Findings

The extreme weather events predicted for New Jersey, including heat waves and heavy precipitation, can lead to both immediate and long-term effects on cardiovascular, respirato ry, gastrointestinal, and mental health.

Climate change is anticipated to worsen air quality from both natural and human-made sources, which may lead to greater instances of cardiovascular disease, respiratory illness es, and cancers in vulnerable populations.

Infectious diseases spread by arthropods (such as ticks), insects, and microbial contami nation of food and water supplies are expected to become more prevalent as climate change exacerbates the environmental conditions that are more favorable for pathogens and their hosts.

Population displacement resulting from sea-level rise, flooding events, and resource insecurity may add to the cu mulative detrimental effects of climate change on mental health as individuals cope with the environmental and personal consequences of climate change.

Climate change will act as a threat multiplier for Environmental Justice communities, exacerbating existing stressors such as air pollution while adding new threats such as infectious diseases. These communities are also more vulnerable to the effects of extreme weather events, as they may lack adequate infrastructure, health, income, and resources to prepare for and recover from natural disas ters. Food insecurity is worsened by climate injustices, which increase the already high frequency of chronic illnesses in impover ished areas.

“These crucial findings underscore our great est concerns regarding the consequences of the worsening climate crisis,” said Governor Phil Murphy. “In addition to inhibiting eco nomic growth and inflicting property damage, climate change will also result in severe, wide-ranging, and long-lasting effects on the physical and mental health of our residents, especially in already vulnerable communities. While we develop a fuller understanding of these significant repercussions, we must ensure that all New Jerseyans are aware of these potential impacts and equipped with the tools and resources necessary to face them.”

“Climbing temperatures, more frequent intense rainfall, and rising sea levels are all well-known consequences of climate change that are impacting New Jersey today and will worsen in the years ahead,” said Commission er of the New Jersey Department of Environ mental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette. “Just

as climate change is impacting our landscape and economy, so too can it have adverse effects on public health. Our work to explain and raise awareness of these risks is yet another step the Murphy Administration is taking toward a more informed and climate-resilient New Jersey.”

“Airborne allergens, such as pollen and molds, are likely to cause greater allergy and asthma symptoms, and infectious diseases spread by ticks and mosquitoes, as well as microorgan ism contamination of food and water supplies are expected to occur more frequently,” said Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Health Judith Persichilli. “It is important to arm ourselves with a solid scientific foundation to take steps that are important to protecting our health and mental well-being.”

Extensive research shows that warmer win ters, longer heat waves, heavier rains, flooding along inland streams and rivers, and more tidal flooding along the coast are all predicted to endanger public health and safety, destroy property, undermine critical infrastructure, and harm New Jersey’s economy, including the thriving tourism industry supported by our treasured shore and lake communities. The ad dendum adds important human health context, shedding light on the public health concerns brought on by climate change and helping direct the State’s comprehensive strategy to proactively plan and prepare for the climate change impacts.

This addendum will provide the information that people, businesses, and government enti ties across the state need to better understand how climate change will impact human health and communities in New Jersey. Moreover, this addendum will inform future iterations of the 2021 New Jersey Climate Change Resilience Strategy, particularly Priority 1: Build Resilient and Healthy Communities.

The Murphy Administration stresses that adapting to climate change will be multi-fac eted as evidenced by the health addendum.

However, it notes that there are many actions the public can take to become better informed and prepared.

Recommendations:

Get air quality alerts sent directly to your mobile device or email by signing up for En viroFlash and use that information to plan safe and healthy outdoor physical activity for you and your family.

Learn how your school and summer/sports camps can participate in New Jersey’s Air Quality Flag Program for alerts on local air quality forecasts so they can take actions to protect children, especially those with asthma.

Learn to spot the signs and symptoms of mosquito- and tick-borne diseases through NJDOH’s Fight the Bite, NJ! program and seek medical help when necessary.

Learn to recognize and prevent heat-related symptoms and illness by staying cool and hy drated and limiting time spent outside during heat advisory days, particularly when the daily heat index for your area exceeds 80 degrees F.

Check on friends, family members, and pets regularly to make sure they are okay during heat waves and other natural disaster events.

Visit your municipal or county website for an updated list of cooling centers in your community.

Learn how to increase your resilience to flood ing by purchasing flood insurance, making an emergency ‘Go Kit,’ and using the Local Planning for Climate Change Toolkit.

Encourage your town to participate in the NFIP’s Community Rating System so that res idents can get up to a 45% premium reduction on flood insurance.

Understand the potential future impacts of climate change on coastal communities when purchasing property by reviewing publicly available flood maps and consider selling eli gible vulnerable properties to the DEP’s Blue Acres program.

Find more information and tips at nj.gov/dep/ climatechange/action.html

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First Responders Teach Students CPR

BRICK – On September 17, Brick Township Police Department EMS pro vided AHA Heartsaver CPR instruction to students from Paul Prendergast Kara

─Photo courtesy Brick Police EMS te. These students are all black belts or brown belts on the way to black belts. A CPR course was a necessary step that needed to be completed to advance.

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Fair - Toms River 10AM-1PM

Department - 175 Sunset 2PM-6PM

Township Municipal Building 10AM-2PM

County College COVID Vaccine & Testing 10AM-2PM

County Transportation Center at Manchester 10AM-2PM

Manchester Library 10AM-2PM

County College COVID Vaccine & Testing 10AM-2PM

Wednesday, Oct. 12th Manchester Township EMS Annex 10:30AM-1:30PM

Thursday, Oct. 13th Silver Ridge Park Health Fair 1PM-5PM

Friday, Oct. 14th Ocean County Transportation Center at Manchester 10AM-2PM

Friday, Oct. 14th Barnegat/Waretown Health Fair - Community Cntr. 11th St. 10AM-2PM

TO INDIVIDUALS AGES 5 AND OLDER.

FOR AGES 12 AND UP.

Brick Police Hiring Dispatchers

BRICK – The Brick Township Police Department is actively seeking moti vated individuals to join our Telecom munications Team. Dispatchers are the first contact in an emergency call for assistance and are the heroes behind the scenes. Experience is preferred, but not required!

Salary:

Full Time starting salary between $35,000 to $45,000 commensurate with experience

Per Diem Rate between $18-$25

Perks:

• 14 Paid Holidays

• Paid vacation time, personal time, & sick time

• Overtime Opportunities

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans

Pension & Union:

• Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS)

• Transport Workers Union Local 220

Perks, Benefits, Pension Plans & Union apply to full time employees only. Min imum qualifications:

• 18 years of age

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

• Be able to pass a full background check, physical exam, and psych exam

Apply online at: BrickTownship.Net Departments › Human Resources › Employment Application. Questions? Contact: 732-451-2036.

The Business Brew, A Networking Breakfast

BRICK – Join for the Brick Chamber of Commerce monthly Networking Breakfast! Make new contacts and grow your business while enjoying a delicious hot breakfast. This is an in-person event. Space is limited and

pre-registration is required. Sorry, no walk-ins. Cost is $15 for members, $25 for not-yet members. Register at BrickChamber.com.

Special thanks to the host: David’s Culinary Delights.

Student Advisory Committee Holds School Supply Drive

BRICK – Mayor Ducey’s Student Advi sory Committee conducted a school supply drive and recently distributed all of the collected items to Brick Township Schools.

─Photo courtesy Brick Township

The supplies will be given to students who will put them to good use! Thank you to everyone who donated items and supported the school supply drive.

Historical Society Hosted Community Policing Program

BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society hosted a program by Officer Victo ria Finelli to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Brick Police Department during its meeting at the Herbertsville Firehouse on September 13. Finelli is an officer in the Community Policing Program. She gave a PowerPoint program and spoke of the significant events experienced by the de partment during the past fifty years. Many of those in attendance asked questions and added their memories.

The Society raffled two items. Pictured are member Nancy Viehmeyer on the left

holding a Halloween doll she won. Past society president Ed Mangold is on the right with the coverlet he won. The coverlet features scenes of Brick Township with the Havens Homestead in the middle. They are sold in the society’s Lizzie Herbert Gift Shop.

For more information on the historical so ciety see its website at: bricktownshiphis toricalsociety.com or call 732-785-2500.

The next meeting of the historical society will be November 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Herbertsville Firehouse and feature Bill Dunn, the Sea Girt Lighthouse historian.

─Photo courtesy Brick Historical Society

Around the JerSey Shore

Angelic Health Hospice Looking For Volunteers In Monmouth And Ocean Counties

JERSEY SHORE – For as little as an hour or two a month you can make a difference to a hospice patient in your community.

Angelic Health Palliative & Hospice Care is asking you to share your time and com passion to those on their final journey. Your volunteer service will fit your schedule and interests, and visit assignments are your choice.

For more information visit their website at Angelic.health, email volunteer@Angelic. health, or call 609-432-0073.

Your visits can mean so very much to hos pice patients and their loved ones. Volunteer activities can include:

• Reading, playing music, card games, or crafts activities.

• Listening to and documenting their memories for a life or memory journal.

• Staying with patients to give fam ily members a break to run errands or take care of their own needs.

• Certified Pet Visitors for animal lovers.

• Keeping vigil with patients in their final hours.

• Bereavement and grief support of family.

• Military Veterans Visiting Veter ans

Fraud Prevention Seminar

POINT PLEASANT – Woman’s Club of Point Pleasant is holding a Fraud Prevention Seminar on October 13 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the clubhouse, 513 St. Louis Avenue Point Pleasant.

This is in conjunction with Kearny Bank, with one of their representatives as the speaker. This is open to the

public. There will be refreshments. Remind that this is such a current problem we are all exposed to so come and bring your friends - help protect yourself.

RSVP to krobe104@yahoo.com or 732-255-1064 so they have an idea of numbers.

Annual Holly Berry Bazaar

ORTLEY BEACH – St. Elisabeth’s Chapel by the Sea, 7 3 rd Avenue Ortley Beach, will be hosting its annual Holly Berry Bazaar on November 5 from 9

a.m. to 2 p.m. and November 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be holi day items, granny’s attic, collectibles, a gift basket raffle and baked goods.

H ere ’ s t o Y our H e A lt H

• Dr. Izzy’s

Sound News

Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

5 Reasons To Visit Us This Winter

Ear Cleaning Cold weather can harden earwax, causing discomfort and muffled hearing. Come visit us and we will use Otoscopy to determine if you have im pacted wax and what the next steps are to remove it. As a general rule, if you’re already wearing hearing aids, this alone will increase the production of ear wax which can in turn effect the performance of the hearing instruments.

Hearing Aid Tune-Ups and Extra Bat teries Winter is a tough season for your hearing aids. Low temperatures affect the functionality of nearly all personal electronics and drain batteries quickly. Changes in temperature create conden sation, which can cause problems. Bring your aids in for a tune-up and inspection. We can ensure they are in great shape and send you home with an optional dehumidifier to store them in, along with extra batteries. If your currently wearing rechargeable hearing aid battery systems, in many cases we can check the integrity of the rechargeable battery.

New Tech Once your devices are more than four years old, we’ll need to make sure they’re still meeting your needs. From Bluetooth to telehealth compati bility, we can offer the perfect option to customize your hearing experience and filter out the annoying background noise that comes with busy shopping centers and family gatherings. If you’re due for

an upgrade, we can fit you with the latest model to keep you hearing everything you want and nothing you don’t. Many of the new hearing aid technologies utilize artificial intelligence (AI) and/or deep neural networking to maximize your abil ity to hearing particularly in noisy places. Warranty Expiration Depending on when you purchased your hearing aids, your warranty may be expiring soon. We can help you maximize and protect your investment by cleaning, checking, and performing selected repairs while the de vices remain under warranty. Please keep in mind that if your hearing instruments break down and are “out of warranty” the typical repair cost is $350-$400.00.

Ear Infections - Flu and cold season is upon us! Any upper respiratory virus has the potential to cause a middle ear infection, which can lead to hearing loss if left untreated. If you come down with an earache, ear pain, and/or your ears feel “blocked”, please make an appointment with us so we can help determine the root cause of these issues.

Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always avail able to answer your questions about hearing health. His offices are located in Toms River, Manahawkin, and Whiting and can be reached by calling 732-8183610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-9788946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www. gardenstatehearing.com.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!

Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.

How 5 Simple Strategies Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Rheumatoid arthritis or RA is an autoimmune condition that leads to joint damage. A com plete workup, physical exam, and medical history are important because blood tests have shortcomings. Here are the 2 main tests:

1. Rheumatoid Factor

Measuring levels of Rheumatoid Factor (RF) is important, but despite the name, it is non-spe cific to RA meaning that other disorders can cause a positive result. People with diabetes, endocarditis, or cancer may have increased RF levels in the absence of rheumatoid arthritis. You can see why that makes this test problem atic for diagnosing.

2. The Anti-CCP Antibody Test

This antibody test is good, but it may be elevated in other autoimmune disorders like lupus and Sjogren’s syndrome, so it’s not specific. It stands for Anti-cyclic Citrullinated Peptides. If it’s high, but you’re not symptom atic then it could be predictive of the future if you don’t try to lower it now.

As for staying well, and feeling better, there are many interventions today that can keep you strong and healthy. Now let’s go over 5 strategies to help rheumatoid arthritis:

1. Vitamin D is helpful.

If your vitamin D levels are low, try to figure out why. Low D levels correlate with elevated anti-CCP levels and a potential misdiagnosis of rheumatoid! Supplementation with D may reduce anti-CCP in some cases.

2. Improving liver function may help. Your liver health determines how well you activate the sunlight-derived vitamin D. And vitamin D is critical for rheumatoid patients.

For that matter, many studies have proven that low D increases autoimmunity for other diseases, not just rheumatoid. Give your liver a break by avoiding alcohol, nicotine, weed, junk food, and refined sweets.

3. Collagen supplementation may help but it must be the right type.

There have been some positive benefits seen anecdotally with collagen supplementation. It makes sense because that’s where the attack is targeted. The problem is that people take the wrong type of collagen for their cartilage.

The joints, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage can only take a very specific type of collagen, notably Type II. You can avoid a mistake by learning more. Read the longer version of my article, which you can receive by email after signing up for my free health newsletter at suzycohen.com.

4. TNF Alpha blockers

The use of TNF-blocking medications for RA is common. These are called DMARDs (disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs). But there are two potent, natural TNF blockers: Black Seed Oil and EGCG supplements.

5. Doing yoga or Tai Chi

These types of exercise and movements help stretch your muscles and keep you in good shape, not to mention reducing inflammatory cytokines.

In closing, having a complex disorder like rheu matoid arthritis is a challenge. Advice to reduce stress, and to stretch and eat right is certainly wise. Many people suffering from the pain of arthritis find comfort and relief from stiffness by taking a warm bath and integrating supple ments into a clean diet, and healthy lifestyle.

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Around the JerSey Shore

What Happened In The Town Of Hegins, Pennsylvania?

By Renee Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator

The most widely known pigeon shoot in the United States was the Labor Day shoot held in the town of Hegins, Pennsylvania every year from 1934 through 1998. In 1993 I attended that protest. During that time period in my life, I was studying the plights of animals in our society. Part of that was researching the practices of companies and individuals and their inhumane treatment of animals. I attended protests, contacted legislators, spoke to school groups, and was a radio guest on several radio shows.

I had read about the Hegins event, but noth ing prepared me for what I would witness that long Labor Day weekend. The birds are not fed or given water for days before the shoot. On Labor Day pigeons were catapulted into the air for the shooters. Of course, most did not die, but landed on the ground flapping around from their wounds. They were retrieved by ‘trapper boys,’ who would retrieve the birds. Some birds’ heads were pulled off, while others suffered hor rible deaths in a heap on the ground or in a garbage can.

As an adult to see this human behavior was horrifying to me. Worse than that, young children were learning that behavior. Some had already been indoctrinated from prior years. Younger children, still toddler age, were forced to watch acts that they, even at that young age, felt something was wrong. I witnessed one child trying to hide his face in his father’s pants only to be corrected and forced to look on. The child was crying.

I returned home and faced the next few weeks trying to deal with the atrocities I witnessed. The day after my return I went to my gym and saw a pigeon who was ground ed, huddled against the building. Water was dripping on him from the roof above. I im mediately took the bird home and contacted my veterinarian who referred me to a local wildlife rehabilitator. While pigeons are not wildlife, they should still be cared for. The bird died within a few hours, but through this experience, I not only began to work towards becoming a licensed rehabilitator, but I promised myself that I would be that person to take in and care for pigeons.

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

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Inside The Law

Camp Lejeune Water Contamination

By: Michael J, Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

On August 10, 2022, the Camp Le jeune Justice Act was signed into law. This Act allows military personnel and their families who suffered in juries or death from exposure to the water at Camp Lejeune to bring a new claim for compensation.

This new law will affect all veterans, family members and others who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987. Unfortunately, many individ uals were exposed to the water at Camp Lejeune during this time frame later developed health problems from toxic water at the base. Over 1 mil lion military service personnel and their families were exposed to the contaminated water and the Govern ment knew it!

The following conditions have been associated with the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune:

• Bladder cancer

• Breast cancer

• Esophageal cancer

• Kidney cancer

• Liver cancer

• Lung cancer

• Adult leukemia

• Multiple myeloma

• Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma

• Aplastic anemia and other myelodysplastic syndromes

• Cardiac birth defects

• Hepatic steatosis (fatty liver disease)

• Miscarriage

• Parkinson’s disease

• Renal toxicity

• Scleroderma

• Infertility

• Neurobehavioral effects

To be eligible to file a claim, the Claim ant must have lived, worked or have been otherwise present at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987 and harmed due to the base’s contaminated water.

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Annual Trunk Or Treat

BRICK – Brick Township’s Annual Trunk or Treat takes place on October 21 (rain date October 28) at the Drum Point Sports Complex. Registration for participants begins September 19. Three sessions will be available: 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Registration will be required; there will be no admission

without proof of residence. This event is for Brick residents only.

The Recreation Department is still seeking residents, businesses and orga nizations that would like to participate by decorating a vehicle and handing out treats. If you are interested, call Recre ation at 732-262-1073.

2022 Residential Document Shredding Program – Brick

BRICK – The Ocean County Depart ment of Solid Waste Management Res idential Document Program visits the Brick Township Public Works Facility on October 15 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Events are open for their allotted time

or until the truck fills up. All documents destroyed confidentially on site. Resi dents only - No businesses. Paper only. Five file boxes or clear bags. No black bags. Loads containing unacceptable items will be rejected.

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Garage Sale

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Estate Sale

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Personals

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Items For Sale

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PUERTO RICAN PASTE

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Items Wanted

COSTUME/ESTATE JEWEL

RY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n)

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Cash Paid LP Records - 33/45's, reel to reel's. Fast response, we answer the phone 732-829-5908, 24/7, Eddie. (41)

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Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Soul. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104 (44)

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Help Wanted

Carmen's Hair Styles- Help wanted hair stylist with experience. 1900 Rt. 70, Ste 210, Lakewood NJ. 732597-3447. Monday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Carmenshairstyles.com (43)

HIRING NOW!! The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float be tween the Infant through School Age classrooms. No teaching ex perience necessary. On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. Call 732-363-5530 or email dtoms river2nj3@goddardschools.com to schedule an interview today! (t/n)

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ISO Experienced Body Shop WelderTo work on old car. No schedule. Call Bart 201-249-2400. (43)

Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Trans portation needed. Long term com mitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n)

Day Substitutes Wanted for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School district: Couriers, Custodi al, School Nurses/RN, Secretarial, Teachers for Trade Skill Areas-Auto, Construction, Culinary, Electrical, Engineering/Machine Technology, Heavy Equipment Operator, HVAC, Plumbing, Welding or visit www.ocvts. org/employment. EOE. Please email resume to: tedgar@mail.ocvts.org or call 732-240-6414, ext. 3317. (42)

Garden State Medical Centercurrently looking for qualified candi dates to fill their medical assistant, re ceptionist, and surgical technician posi tions. If you would like to apply or have any questions, call 732-202-3000. (45)

Services

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Services Services Services

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TRENTON – The New Jersey Lottery and the Council on Compulsive Gam bling of New Jersey, Inc. (CCGNJ) have partnered in the development of a video conversation as part of the Lottery’s annual “Not 18 Yet? No Bet” Aware ness Campaign. The campaign, which runs September 1 through September 30, reminds residents and retailers that New Jersey law prohibits the sale of lottery tickets by or to anyone under the age of 18. The video has been dis seminated to media outlets throughout New Jersey and is available for viewing on the “Responsible Play” page of the Lottery’s website.

In the video, New Jersey Lottery Executive Director James A. Carey and CCGNJ Executive Director Felicia Grondin discuss the “Not 18 Yet? No Bet” Awareness Campaign and the im portance of preventing underage gam

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Prevention of Underage Gambling

bling of any kind. They remind parents to be careful not to involve underage children in their lottery and other gam ing activities. As well, in this video, in formation is provided about behaviors to look out for that could indicate someone under the age of 18 is engaged in gam bling activity and could be developing a problem. There are details regarding where parents and other concerned in dividuals can go to obtain information and support regarding suspected gam bling-related problems of any kind. The conversation addresses the Lottery’s enhanced efforts during the campaign to educate about the law and reinforce the importance of preventing gambling activity among minors.

“Discouraging underage gambling is a part of our everyday practice at the Lottery,” said Executive Director Car ey. “Since students returning to school

may have money available for lunch, school supplies, and more, September is an appropriate time to highlight the law that prohibits anyone under 18 from playing the lottery. The support of the Council for our ‘Not 18 Yet? No Bet’ Awareness Campaign is invaluable and I thank Executive Director Grondin for participating in this video.”

The Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey is a private non-profit organization that provides information education, and referral services for people affected by a gambling problem, either themselves or that of a loved one.

While the Council neither endorses nor opposes legalized gambling, it does oppose all forms of illegal gambling, especially when engaged in by children and teens.

“The matter of underage gambling is a very important issue to us at the Coun

cil,” said Executive Director Grondin. “With the proliferation of a variety of gambling opportunities and related ad vertising, gambling has become much more socially acceptable and com monplace. Children and teens witness gambling activities and are exposed to gambling opportunities every day, so it is more important than ever to urge parents and other adults to discourage underage gambling of any kind.”

Unlike drugs and alcohol problems, a gambling disorder is not always eas ily recognizable. A possible gambling problem in a minor affects the lives of that individual and those close to them. It is never too early – or too late – to get advice and assistance. If you or someone you know has a concern about a potential gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER for support and advice.

photo of the week

During a recent garage sale at the home of Sue and Dwight Fowler in Crestwood Village 5, an unexpected visitor showed up and hung around for about a half hour. The deer made friends with their dog Nikki Jo. Amazing! Want to have your pic tures featured in this space? How about a chance to win a prize? Email your pix to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com.

F un & G ames

S udoku

Across 1 Bear’s home

5 Actress Winslet or Hudson 9 Clever tactic

13 Pig Latin negative

15 Spoken 16 Levitate 17 Accompanying dishes, like 56-Across 19 “Kapow!”

20 Air pressure meas.

21 College head

22 Actress Lively of “Green Lantern”

23 Athenian now a citizen in Athens, Georgia, say 27 Hillock

28 J, F or K, in “JFK”: Abbr.

29 Fancy farewells

30 Spraying gently, as plants

35 Crush consistently in competition

36 Did a stable job

coach, perhaps 2 x, y or z, in geometry

3 Like one saying “Well, I never!”

4 Singer Carly __ Jepsen

5 George Eastman’s camera 6 Bowl game venue

7 Gravel driveway al ternative

8 Golf great Ernie

9 Massive awareness campaign, for short

10 Lavender cousin

11 Japanese financial hub

12 Country south of Sau di Arabia

14 Alpine songs

18 React to a shock

22 “Old chap” speaker

24 Kanga’s kid

25 Stuck (in)

26 Oklahoma city that, when reversed, is a syn onym for “eat”

27 New Zealander

29 Dairy farm animal 30 Recoiled 31 D.C. dealmaker 32 Having exclusive information 33 “Cool!” 34 “Dilbert” cry 36 Leg part guarded in soccer 39 Square dance milieu 40 TurboTax pros 41 Chicken piccata toppers 42 Knee injury initials 44 “Get moving!” 45 Savory rice dish 46 Barely ahead 47 Indy competitor 48 New Orleans NFLer

“Uncle!”

“Puss in Boots” monster

Nine-digit IDs

“Give us this day __

bread”: Matthew

Gun lobby org.

NERVY

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Everyone sees the world differently so it’s important to respect others’ opinions as you would like them to respect yours. Your acceptance and tolerance could be more evident as the week goes by but avoid being careless.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) : If the usual methods aren’t working for you, thinking outside the box could solve the problem. Focus on being warm and upbeat in the week ahead, especially if involved in disagreements or misunderstandings.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Think out your best course of action given the givens - it’s unlikely that problems will simply disappear overnight. Accomplish your goals through hard work and meticulous research in the week ahead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) : Make promises sparingly and fulfill them unfailing ly. When people are counting on you, don’t disappoint them. A special someone could be in a romantic mood so you could find excitement on your own doorstep.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): An indiscretion or exaggeration might cause a misunderstand ing in the upcoming week. Despite a load of work on your plate, you should have a chance to make amends. Feel free to ask for help with a work-related project.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Break through barriers in the week ahead. You might be more popular than usual but do not give your heart away too quickly. A discovery or insight can adjust your motivations or empower you to do better.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may be starting to think about possibilities rather than just about problems. In the week ahead, you may be less competitive and more willing to compromise and give loved ones the benefit of the doubt.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your friends may be focused on what’s new while you could be more satisfied with the status quo. However, becoming more familiar with the latest drops in the week ahead can give you something to chat about with your tribe.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may tend to take good luck for granted as this week begins. Follow up on promises and be sure to express your appreciation if some one grants favors. Take time to research the potential consequences of crucial changes.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may feel some info overload; sift through it for the most significant bits and pieces. Feel more confident by doing your homework in the week to come and determining whether facts and sources are authentic.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) : If you’re not in a race, you’ll enjoy better results if you pace yourself and are thorough. Loved ones may have learned to rely on your effi ciency and dependability, so don’t let them down as the week unfolds.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Ignorance is only bliss for a moment, until you become better informed. You may want to drift into a beautiful fantasy if you’re feeling flattered by a flirtation. Instead, consider the source and be realistic.

MAKE YOUR OWN PASTA SAUCE WITH AN UNEXPECTED INGREDIENT: EGG YOLKS

By America’s Test Kitchen

CREAMY EGG SAUCE PASTA

Serves 2

Note: You can substitute 6 ounces of any short pasta shape for the farfalle; however, the cup measurements will vary: use 2 cups of ziti, 2 cups of penne, or 2 1/3 cups of medium shells.

1 quart water

2 large egg yolks

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (1/2 ounce), plus extra for serving

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon mustard powder

2 1/2 cups (6 ounces) farfalle pasta

3/4 teaspoon table salt

1. In a large saucepan, bring water to boil over high heat.

2. While water heats, in a medium bowl, whisk egg yolks, Parmesan, garlic powder, and mustard powder until well combined.

3. Add pasta and salt to boiling water.

Cook, stirring frequently, until pasta is al dente, 10 to 12 minutes. Turn off heat.

4. Use a ladle to carefully transfer 1/4 cup pasta cooking water to a liquid measuring cup. Drain pasta in a colander. Return drained pasta to the now-empty saucepan.

5. Add 1 tablespoon reserved cooking water to egg yolk mixture and whisk until well combined. Repeat 2 more times with 2 more tablespoons of reserved cooking water, whisking thoroughly after each addition.

6. Pour warm egg yolk mixture into a saucepan with pasta. Use a wooden spoon to stir constantly for 30 sec onds. Cover saucepan with lid and let pasta sit for 1 minute.

7. Remove lid and stir pasta con stantly again until sauce thoroughly coats pasta and is thickened, about 30 seconds. If needed, add remaining cooking water until sauce is loosened slightly and coats pasta well. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan.

(For 25 years, confident cooks in the know have relied on America’s Test Kitchen for rigorously tested recipes developed by professional test cooks and vetted by 60,000 at-home recipe testers. See more online at www.americastestkitchen. com/TCA.) (c) 2022 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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