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By Chris Lundy LAVALLETTEHollywood stars Uma Thurman and Joe Manganiello enjoyed local summer as they filmed the final scenes of 2023’s “The Kill Room” at the Jersey shore on October 7. The description on IMDB.com summariz

es: “A hitman, his boss, an art dealer and a mon ey-laundering scheme that accidentally turns the assassin into an overnight avant-gar de sensation, one that forces her to play the art world against the underworld.”

The film, which also stars Thurman’s daugh

ter Maya Hawke (best known as Robin on Stranger Things) and Samuel L. Jackson (best known for being in practically every thing), will be out next year, but it’s unknown when the release date will be.

The director, Nicol Pa one, grew up in Lynd

hurst, although she now lives in L.A. Her proud parents, Dominick and Elizabeth, live in the Green Island section of Toms River. They invited The Toms Riv er Times to the set to watch the fun.

“She’s a hard worker, like her mom,” (Film - See Page 4)

Special Needs Kids Score Big With Rutgers Football Players

By Stephanie Faughnan

TOMS RIVER – Rut

The real name of the game was inclusion with Rutgers Scarlet Knights, Toms River East and the Warriors having fun together.

gers Scarlet Knights played their most ad mirable game of the season with just five of their own players last week. No matter that the Toms River War

riors claimed victory with a winning score of 42-12. With inclusion the real name of the game, the Scarlet Knights proved they were all in. Foot ball players from Toms River East joined the college team to take on

the Warriors, a group of special needs kids and young adults from Monmouth and Ocean counties.

The game of flag foot ball took place at RWJ Barnabas Health’s Field of Dreams. During a (Score - See Page 9)

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY –Alison Berry touched many lives during her time on Earth, and her loved ones are hoping that she will contin ue to inspire after her passing.

“My mother noticed a lump on her breast in her late 20s and she ignored it for bit,” her daughter Pamela Moore said. “Being a single mom she was hard pressed to work (Mom - See Page 14)

Officials Give Update On Solar Farm

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Offi cials brought residents up to date on a munici pal solar project after a Silver Ridge Park West resident asked for more information during a Township Council meeting.

“It is progressing, but not as quickly as we’d like,” Mayor Carmen Amato said. Part of the slower speed has been the pandemic, and part of it has been the lengthy regulatory process.

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─Photo courtesy Pamela Moore Alison Moore doesn’t look as sick in this photo with her daughter, Pamela, because she’s wear ing her favorite wig.

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(Left): From left: James Maida, Nicol Paone, Uma Thurman, and Sharon Maida. (Right): Joe Manganiello (and Bubbles) took some time to discuss the movie.

Dominick said.

“She never gives up,” Elizabeth said, not ing that this was a trait instilled in her from her own mother.

That tenacity was on display when things didn’t work according to plan.

The last few shots needed to be done in Florida in June but the weather didn’t work out. So, months later, Lavallette became the understudy for Florida. They blocked off entrances to a park off Bay Boulevard for some filming, drawing the interest of a few pedestrians. They brought in palm trees to complete the look.

Then they went to the West Point Island home of James and Sharon Maida. It had be come a makeshift movie studio for the day. Techs set up equipment, make up and hair were done. Their boat, License To Chill, will also make it into the movie. There’s a chance that the Seaside bridge, off in the distance, will stand in for the bridge on the Florida Keys.

Sharon Maida said they live in Bucks County, but summer here. In a strange co incidence, their son Nick was having dinner with his fiance in Hoboken when Paone was filming in that restaurant.

Thurman had her studio in a spare bed room. Manganiello and his dog, Bubbles, worked out of a side room leading to the deck. (Bubbles does not appear in the mov ie, but was likely off camera during any time

her dad was on camera.)

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A local limo service brought in a white limo for a shot of Thurman going into it. The Maidas’ garage became a location where Manganiello opens up a roll of cau tion tape and interacts with a dead body. Some local restaurants benefitted from the need for catering.

James Enright, a chiropractor in Lavallette, graduated with Nicol Paone. James Maida is his client.

When she needed a waterfront location, Paone said “I know just the place - the Jersey shore.” New Jersey is a microcosm of the entire country, from farmland to the beaches, cities and more. The script originally called for the locations to be in Brooklyn but she changed it. New Jersey has an incredible tax credit for filmmaking. She’ll definitely film in this state again.

“My chiropractor, Jim Enright, asked my dad ‘who do we know?’” Then Jim asked James. “That’s Jersey for you,” she said. When you’re in the audience, you get lost in the movie. You don’t see the myriad of tiny decisions that are made that lead up to the finished product. Watching from the side lines, you can see creative problem solving at work. There are a million moving parts, from cast, crew, weather, lighting, props and more. Paone referred to it as a $10.5 million company that was created in a few weeks. When things line up, it’s a mixture of kismet, hard work, talent, experience, and quick thinking.

During a few minutes when she wasn’t

─Photo by Chris Lundy Joe Manganiello’s character filmed in the Maidas’ garage.

needed, she took the time to sit down with a reporter about working locally.

“I love it,” she said. “It feels like full circle.”

The writer and comedian made her directo rial feature debut with Friendsgiving (2020), which she also wrote.

“Everything’s different on every movie,” she said. You just have to listen to your own voice. She said Ben Stiller told her to follow her instincts: feel it out. “You can’t listen to anyone else.”

Next year, in addition to this film coming out, she has a script ready called “Bulldog Barb” with Edi Patterson from the Righteous Gemstones attached.

They also filmed in Jersey City, Hoboken, New York and Florida. As an example of an other interesting coincidence, she was talking to a police officer working the set in Hoboken. It turns out he bought her childhood home.

One of the union workers on set in Laval lette has an uncle that was Dominick Paone’s coworker.

William Rosenfeld, the producer, took a brief step in front of the camera to portray the body on the floor of the Maidas’ garage.

Nicol knew one of his business partners from her Wall Street days. He sent Rosenfeld the script.

He grew up in Philadelphia but his family summered in Barnegat Light since the early 1980s. Even now, he’ll take his kids down there.

When they were driving south on the Garden State Parkway from New York to Lavallette, they got off at the Toms River exit, but a little piece of him longed to go down to the LBI exit.

“It’s a little dream,” he said, “to be able to come back to childhood places, with people you love - it doesn’t feel like work.”

When he was a kid, he dreamed of making movies. So, everything he saw was a potential location. Now, to actually make a movie at the Jersey shore is amazing.

“I can’t stop my brain from thinking what to make,” he said.

The previous four days had rained, so the cast and crew were worried that weather would sink the day’s shooting as well. Instead, the sun came out and it was perfect.

“We caught the best weather,” Manganiello told The Toms River Times during a break. “I’m having a great time.”

“I’m from Pittsburgh. My parents are from Boston. I’ve got a bit of that East Coast edge. When the cameras are off, and they’re barbe cuing with the Jersey Teamsters, I feel right at home,” he said.

“It’s an unbelievable opportunity for me. ‘Pulp Fiction’ was one of the seminal movies of the 90s. I must have seen it eight times in the movie theater. That changed my life and it’s one of the reasons I want to do film,” he said.

“The Kill Room” marks the first time Thur man and Jackson will share a movie since ‘Pulp Fiction.’”

“It’s so much fun to act with them. They’re so professional. Nicol is such a great director. She’s really actor friendly,” Manganiello

shared.

“Bubbles has gotten to know some of the parks in the area,” he joked. The chihuahua mix was well known by the entire cast and crew by the end.

Manganiello will be directing and producing a documentary marking the 50th anniversary of the tabletop role playing game Dungeons & Dragons. He has more than 400 archival hours of footage that’s never been seen. This will be the fifth movie with the production company he formed with his brother Nick.

He is also going to be working on adapt ing one his favorite fantasy book series for streaming, but he was not allowed to share details on that yet.

He’s also filming “Moonhaven” in Ireland, which is in its second season for AMC. And

he’s also playing someone on Apple’s “Mythic Quest” who is “very important character to their canon.”

He offered advice to creatives seeking to start their career: “When it comes to creating you just have to do it. If you want to write, direct, you have to do it. Figure it out. Run up your credit card. If you’re talented, someone will find it.”

At the beginning of every shot, crew mem bers would say “Quiet” a few times before the cameras rolled. At the end of the shot, Nicol would watch the playback and either make a suggestion of something new to do or say something like “Nice! That was it!”

Following a list of shots needed for the movie, the cast and crew finished up the final day of shooting for the movie, here in Lavallette.

─Photo by Chris Lundy Uma Thurman’s character was filmed going into a limo in Lavallette, standing in for Florida.

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The plan is to outfit the township’s closed landfill with solar panels which would generate discounted electricity for interested residents and revenue for Berkeley. The landfill is located behind the Public Works building on Pinewald-Keswick Road in Bayville.

In June of 2021, Hathaway Solar, LLC was chosen as the highest responsi ble bidder, so they won the contract to bring Berkeley into the statewide Community Solar Energy Pilot Pro gram (CSP).

The regulatory process might take another six months, Township Planner James Oris said.

“Once all the pieces of the puzzle are solved, Hathaway will do public relations to get residents to sign on for a discount,” he said.

According to Oris, Hathaway Solar will produce electricity through the solar panels which will feed into the

region’s electric grid. Residents can opt in to the program to get the solar energy. The default is being opted out.

If a resident chooses to join with Hathaway, they would only pay them for the cost of electricity. The cost of maintaining the wires and other infrastructure would still be Jersey Central Power and Light, Oris said. Despite this, you would only pay one bill.

As the awarded bidder, Hathaway Solar will be responsible for all costs associated with the project, so tax payers will not be charged with any related costs.

The CSP was established in 2019 by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities after Governor Phil Murphy singed a bill in 2018 mandating the creation of the program.

The new solar program is estimated to earn Berkeley $400,000 a year, Amato said. Additionally, Hathaway would pay for capping the landfill. The landfill is currently topped with dirt.

Men’s Club Meetings

BERKELEY – Due to the closure of building C for restorations, the Men’s Club Meetings will be held at the VFW located at 383 Veterans Boulevard, Bayville. Meeting dates are October 27 and November 17. The time will be from 6 to 8 p.m.

Bill Holencsak is asking for volun teers to drive men to the meetings who may need a ride. Anyone wishing to volunteer, please call Bill Holenscak at 732-505-8321.

They thank everyone for their pa tience while the Board continues to work on the restoration of the audito rium in building C.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

National Abortion Legality Is On The Ballot

Could a ban on abortion really happen? Some say that it’s far-fetched, but some say it’s closer to reality than we ever be lieved. I mentioned in a previous editorial that this is a topic that will go back and forth forever.

The Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision said that there is no federal right to an abortion granted by the Constitution. Some believe this allowed states to make the decision to legalize it or ban it. This is true, but that statement intentionally leaves out a very important detail: Federal laws overpower state laws. That means if Congress decides to ban abortion across the country, that would be come the law of the land. If Congress decides to al low it across the country, that becomes law. A state couldn’t change that.

In this election, our members of the House of Representatives are on

the ballot. The readership of newspapers served by Micromedia Publications cover the 2nd and 4th Con gressional districts. I felt it was appropriate to list the candidates’ opinions. I took these statements from their websites.

Jefferson Van Drew (R-2nd): “The integrity of the Court and its decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade must be respected, and we must come together to reject the latest attempts by those who disagree with today’s decision to abolish or pack the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court made the right decision to return this issue to the states so they can create their own laws regarding abortion. Here in New Jersey, we must con tinue to speak out and fight against Governor Murphy’s radical policies that call for taxpayer funded partial birth abortions.”

Tim Alexander (Demo crat challenger, 2nd Dis trict): “It is a sad day in

America. This decision by an extremist faction of justices is unconscionable. The outright rejection of precedent and disregard for the Fourth and Ninth Amendments’ protection of unenumerated rights is ap palling. It is not the place of our government to interfere with anyone’s control over their body. This decision will cost women their lives. Congress must take imme diate action to protect wom en’s reproductive rights, and to stave off future attacks on our other rights that are now vulnerable.”

Chris Smith (R-4th): “For decades - right up to this very moment - abor tion advocates have gone to extraordinary lengths to ignore, trivialize, and cover up the battered baby victim,” said Rep. Smith. “Today, at long last, Justice Alito writing for the ma jority of the U.S. Supreme Court has reversed Roe (and Casey) and has returned the power to lawmakers to sig

E ditorialnificantly regulate or even prohibit abortion.”

Matt Jenkins (Democrat challenger, 4 th District): “The GOP is looking to control and subjugate half the population. It is time to codify Roe into federal law for the safety of all women across this country. We are all equal under the law. Equality is only achieved through the freedom to con trol our own bodies, lives, and futures. Birth control is health care. Affordable access to birth control is a right, not a privilege. Healthcare is a decision between a patient and their doctor. The government has no business in the exam room.”

In addition to these above statements, I would encour age you to look into what some of this language really means. What is a “partial birth abortion,” for exam ple? It’s a political termnot a medical term - dating back 40 years. It would take

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chapters to explain it here.

You also need to look into the details of any potential ban. Most allow abortions in case of rape or incest. Some bans allow it if the pregnancy could hurt or kill the mother.

For example, Smith pro posed a bill that would ban abortion after 20 weeks, because that’s when he said a fetus can feel pain. Abor tion would still be allowed under this bill in the case of rape, incest, or danger to the mother (although there’s some further requirements defining rape).

If we continue with the idea that states make the deci sion regarding access, it’s generally believed that New Jersey is so blue, abortion will be legal here forever.

However, Gov. Phil Murphy only won by a slim margin in 2021, indicating that the state is getting redder (or maybe that Murphy is just unlikable). Regardless, it wouldn’t be a stretch to as sume that our next governor

is a Republican.

I get the feeling that a lot of Republicans in New Jersey don’t vote in gubernatorial polls because they figure their vote won’t matter.

The 2021 GOP can didate, Jack Ciattarelli, polled better the farther right his rhetoric was.

So, if 2025’s GOP can didate is an ultra con servative candidate, they could excite enough of the red-blooded New Jer seyans and bring them to the polls.

State lawmakers are overwhelmingly Dem, but again, that could change.

My point is that abortion is on the ballot even if it’s not expressly spoken.

The midterm elections tend to be based on how popular the president is, but abortion rights might be the undercurrent that changes things.

Chris Lundy News Editor

Can “Lakewood Charlie” Ever Tell The Truth?

My opponent, the former mayor of Lakewood, tells you #1 Barnegat is overdevel oped.

False: Barnegat is still 40% open space.

#2 Taxes are up every year. Barnegat has had the lowest increase in municipal taxes (average $25 a year a house PER YEAR) LOWER than any nearby town. Recent developments have saved the average homeowner $$ hundreds in property taxes a year.

#3Roads

Most major roads in Bar negat are COUNTY roads, however Barnegat has a list of small roads that will be addressed. West Bay Avenue from Sandpiper to Route 9 is

scheduled to be repaved very shortly by the County.

#4 Water Pressure

Work has just been com pleted on an additional water pressure link and a new water tower is planned.

#5 Big lie: the town picks the commercial developments.

The town cannot pick what stores come to town; my opponent knows that.

#6 The town told residents not to read Barnegat social media

WOW!! Members of the committee have asked resi dents at a Town Hall meeting, that if they have a township question call us. “We are here to answer your questions. You may not get correct an swers on Facebook.”

AL Bille Township Committee Member and Candidate

Don’t Trust Kathy Eagan

Anyone who’s been pay ing any amount of atten tion to the Toms River School Board in recent years knows not to trust Kathy Eagan.

She was embroiled in the costly and embarrassing superintendent hiring fias co. She was one of the main reasons we had to spend money trying to find a can didate who was literally right under our noses.

Council member Dan Rodrick called Eagan to try to get her to influence the rest of the committee picking a superintendent. Gee, why do you think she was picked as a mole? May be because he knows she has no scruples and will do whatever she is asked to do

by another politician?

It’s obvious to anyone who watches the board meetings that Eagan does nothing but sit around and vote the way her political bosses tell her to.

Eagan’s campaign is being run by former board mem ber Christopher Raimann, who is still trying to ma nipulate the board. When he was on the board, he was accused of leaking sensitive documents. And now he is giving Eagan orders.

She’s also getting march ing orders from board mem ber Lisa Contessa, who just got a free county job for her patronage.

That’s why I’m voting for Daynne Glover. She’s a parent of two kids in the district and has no political aspirations. She’s not a poli tician. She has no donations

from deep pocketed people so she owes no favors. She has no conflicts so she can actually vote on everything, unlike Eagan who has to abstain on important votes because she’s conflicted.

You can’t trust Eagan be

cause you don’t know who her bosses are. Glover has no bosses, and only cares about her kids and everyone else’s kids.

Jeffrey Chambers Toms River

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- By Berkeley Mayor Carmen F. Amato, Jr.

New Property Tax Relief Program

The Affordable New Jersey Com munities for Homeowners and Rent ers - ANCHOR Program - replaces the Homestead Benefit Property Tax Credit.

This is good news for Berkeley Tax payers. We have been rallying for an INCREASE in the State’s property tax programs for years. The Council and I

feel these vital property programs need to keep up with inflation and increases in the cost of living for our families and seniors of fixed in comes.

If you recall, in May of 2020 the New Jersey State Treasurer had announced that it had frozen funding for both the Home stead Benefit Property Tax Credit and the Property Tax Reimbursement - PTR (Senior Freeze) in that fiscal year’s budget.

As I noted, Berkeley Township has the most residents in the entire State of New Jersey that qualify for both of the these property tax relief pro

grams. Over 13,000 Berkeley property taxpayers qualify, for both programs. As Mayor, along with the Township Council, WE IMMEDIATELY voiced our STRONG OPPOSITION to this plan and without hesitation, took up the fight to ensure these vital property tax relief programs were funded.

As your Mayor and Secretary of the Ocean County Mayor’s Association, I encouraged all 33 towns in Ocean Coun ty to send letters and adopt resolutions encouraging the Governor and State officials to fund these vital property tax relief programs.

In Berkeley, we adopted 3 such res olutions in support of full funding. I personally communicated with Gov ernor Murphy as to the importance of not only funding these programs, but to provide additional property tax relief to our residents, especially our seniors on fixed incomes. We were pleased that the final 2021 budget included funding for both the Senior Freeze and Homestead Benefit Property Tax Credit Programs.

Now, the new ANCHOR Program re places the Homestead Benefit Property Tax Credit Program.

Instead of receiving a property tax credit on your tax bill, you will be re ceiving a check from the State Treasury, for homeowners who qualify.

In order to qualify, you need to be a New Jersey resident and owned and occupied a home in New Jersey that was your principal residence (main home) on October 1, 2019. If you were not a homeowner on October 1, 2019, you are

not eligible for this program, even if you owned a home for part of the year. Income requirements along with ben efits are as follows: If your 2019 New Jersey gross income (Line 29) was $150,000 or less you will be receiving a $1,500 check. If your 2019 gross in come was $150,001 up to $250,000 you will be receiving a check for $1,000. The Treasury expects to mail checks in May of 2023.

IN ORDER TO QUALIFY FOR THIS PROGRAM you will NEED TO FILE AN APPLICATION WITH THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY. The State has mailed ANCHOR applications to eligible homeowners last month. If you haven’t received an ANCHOR application call: 1-888-238-1233.

Senior Freeze Deadline Is Approaching

The Property Tax Reimbursement (PTR) Program reimburses eligible senior citizens or disabled persons for property tax increases. Eligible residents must file a Property Tax Re imbursement Application (Form PTR-1 or PTR-2). The application deadline is October 31, 2022. PTR-1 forms are available at Town Hall or if you have any questions call the Property Tax Reim bursement Hotline at 1-800-882-6597.

It is truly an honor to serve as your Mayor. As always, if you have any ques tions or concerns, feel free to email me at: mayor@berkeleytownship.org or by phone: 732-244-7400 ext.: 1203.

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pre-game press interview, the college players shared some of the reasons they accepted the invitation to play the Warriors.

Rutgers Quarterback Noah Vedral said he had the chance to participate in the Special Olympics Opening Ceremony earlier this year in Trenton. He found it to be extremely rewarding, saying he enjoyed events that involved community engagement.

“When this came up, I didn’t hesitate at all,” said Vedral. “It’s football; it’s what I do. I knew we were going to be with some great kids who really deserved our time and atten tion and a good game of football.”

As it turns out, the Warriors gave the Scar let Knights a good run for their time. The home team raced to score touchdown after touchdown. When one of the young players fell to the ground, the Rutgers team dropped to their knees as they waited for the Warrior to recover.

Scarlet Knights’ Rani Abdulaziz pulled a surprise move when he decided the Rutgers team needed an add-on player. Abdulaziz quickly tossed his red jersey over the head of nine-year-old Riley Versacio and lifted the youngster up onto his shoulders.

“They wanted me to switch to their team,” Riley proclaimed excitedly. “It was the best part of the game.”

After the Scarlet Knights accepted their defeat, Abdulaziz wrapped his arm around Riley’s shoulder and said the Scarlet Knights needed Riley because he got the ball and

executed great blocking.

The Field of Dreams concept was the brain child of Christian and Mary Kane, who decided to make something good come after a motor vehicle crash that left their son with debilitating injuries. The couple noticed the lack of recre ational activities for those with disabilities and worked with a multitude of donors to create a center for those with special needs.

When the complex held its grand opening in May, local celebrity baseball player Todd Frazier made the ceremonial first catch as the Kane’s son, Gavin, pitched the ball to him. From all appearances, Gavin’s on par as an inspiration to athletes with special needs.

Gavin had his first opportunity to meet the Scarlet Knights when he scored a touchdown for the team as part of a spring scrimmage. At home with his Warriors teammates, Gavin seemed extra excited to take part in the halftime show as his mom danced his wheelchair through the motions.

“The idea with this game is that we’re a special needs team,” reminded Christian. “We really wanted to play against other typical players, because that’s how Mary and I want to redefine the word inclusion – inclusive play of people of all abilities, coming together, having fun, and enjoyment.”

Perhaps it’s no coincidence that one of the Scarlet Knights who came to be part of the inclusion literally came home for the event.

Toms River North alumni Parker Day said the game against the Warriors was extremely important to him.

“It’s very personal to me,” Day shared. “Mr. Kane was my teacher and this all means a lot to me.”

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two jobs and take care of me, and most of the time she put herself on the back burner. When she was around 35 years old, she was in fact, diagnosed with breast cancer, for the same lump.”

In the years that followed, the cancer metastasized. According to Breastcancer. org, metastasis happens when cancer cells break away from the original tumor in the breast and travel to other parts of the body.

She had several surgeries including breast removal, lymph node removal, and a hys terectomy. The disease also spread to her thyroid. She underwent chemotherapy and radiation treatment.

“I believe earlier detection could have helped slow the spread of her cancer and may have allowed her to live longer, but I also believe in the 90s, awareness was not much spoken about,” her daughter Pamela told JerseyShoreOnline. “After 20 years of battling different spreads of cancer, she was put on hospice and peacefully passed away at the age of 57, due to breast cancer with metastasis, on October 5, 2022.”

Alison would have turned 58 on October 24. The family plans to have a memorial.

According to Cancer.org, breast cancer makes up about 1 in 3 of new cancers diagnosed in women annually. More than 300,000 new cases are expected to be di agnosed in 2022, and about 43,250 people are expected to die from it this year. It’s more prevalent in women, but men can also get it. October is breast cancer awareness

month.

She was very strong, battling hard for 20 years. “She had over 7 different bouts of different types of cancer, she lost her hair more times than I can count - prob ably 4-5 times through multiple chemo courses,” Pamela said.

“My mom always preached awareness, especially with all she went through. I have been genetically tested to see if we have the same gene mutations - which we don’t, but i also have been getting mam mograms since I was 25 and get them every two years or so,” her daughter said.

“My mother was very Godly, always felt like she was blessed, and never complained about any of her struggles,” Pamela said. “She enjoyed crocheting, painting, being the best aunt and sister, mother, and praising the Lord.”

Alison Berry and Julie McBride met when they were 13 years old in 1976. They grew up as best friends. Years went by and miles separated them, with Julie living in Whiting. They reconnected on social media and picked up where they left off. This meant learning the good things going on in their lives…and the bad.

Julie explained how her friend noticed a lump years ago but kept putting it off. By the time she got it treated, it was the size of a plum.

To show solidarity with Alison, and to raise awareness, she had her head shaved at a salon in Bayville.

“If she hadn’t ignored that little lump, she’d be here today,” she said. “Early detection can save your life.”

One Injured In Parkway Ramp Crash

By Alyssa Riccardi

BERKELEY – Authorities have con firmed one injury in a three-car crash on Double Trouble Road at the Garden State Parkway exit 77 ramp.

The crash occurred Tuesday afternoon around 2:52 p.m. According to police, a Ford Fiesta traveling north bound on Double Trouble Road was struck by a Chevy Tahoe who was going south bound on Double Trouble Road and attempted to turn onto the parkway ramp south. After colliding, the Tahoe overturned at the intersection.

Police said the driver of the Ford was transported for chest pain to Jersey Shore University Hospital. The driv er of the Tahoe, who was identified

as (Nicholas Schumann, as well as passengers were uninjured but were eventually transported as precaution.

Additionally, a third car that was waiting at the off ramp stop sign was hit when the Tahoe rolled over. Police said the driver was also uninjured.

Authorities later discovered that Schumann had no driver’s license, no valid insurance and was using fake license plates. Subsequently he was issued summonses for careless driving, fictitious plates, suspended driver’s license, no insurance, and no registration.

Double Trouble Road was shut down during the investigation and until cars were towed.

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Ocean Gate Volunteer Fire Department Super 50/50

OCEAN GATE – Ocean Gate Vol unteer Fire Department is hosting a Super 50/50 ticket. The drawing will be held on October 31. Tickets are $10

each and there will be three winners: 1st Prize up to $5,000; 2 nd Place up to $3,000; 3 rd Place up to $2,000. See any member for tickets.

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Police Academy Graduates 32 New Officers

-Photos courtesy Ocean County Police Academy Members of Ocean County Police Academy Basic Police Class #112 are led into Georgian Court University by members of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department.

By Bob Vosseller

LAKEWOOD – Thirty-two new po lice officers recently graduated as part of the 112 th Basic Police Recruit Class at Georgian Court University. The new officers were cheered on by family and friends, and recognized by a host of public officials and local law enforcement leaders during a ceremo ny on October 7.

Stafford Township Police Chief Thomas Dellane was the keynote speaker. The class was also addressed by Ocean County Commissioner Gary Quinn, liaison to the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, which oversees the Ocean County Police Academy.

Quinn noted, “your training at the Ocean County Police Academy began April 29. During this time, you were provided access to the best of instruc tors, met mentors that will continue to assist you throughout your career and received the tools you will need to start out in your police work.”

“I can say with great certainty, the Ocean County Board of Commission ers supports you and the work you do 100 percent. “Your work makes a difference in our communities and our neighborhoods every single day,” Quinn added.

Graduates receiving awards during the ceremony included: Pierce G. Drzymkowski, Point Pleasant Police Department, the James J. Tracey Leadership Award, High Academic Award, High Marksmanship Award and Perfect Score in qualifying fire arms rounds; Shane P. Evans, Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, PTC

Merit Award Winner and High Overall Award; and Coleton D. Bucci, Burl ington Township Police Department; High Physical Fitness Award. Also receiving a perfect score in three qual ifying firearms rounds were Riley R. Fahnholz, Anthony B. Rossi, Shawn C. Spina, Nicholas J. Tavalaiccio and Alexander W. Trust.

The graduates and their respective police departments are Haaris Ahmad, Brookdale Police Department; An gelica G. Bran, Matthew Z. Devera, Nancy M. Garcia, Olivia E. Krasucki, Alexander Kruczyk, Alexios Lambos, Andrew M. Michael, Christopher C. Shaw, Jr., Daniel A. Veliz, Brian J. Wehnert, Bayonne Police Department; Coleton D. Bucci, Michael C. Fell, Austin C. Wilk, Burlington Township Police Department; Sean R. Capper, William A. Kirchoff, Ryan D. Rodri guez, Anthony B. Rossi, Nicholas J. Tavalaiccio, Brick Township Police Department.

The graduation class also includes: Nicholas M. Chianca, Jasmin Colon, Belmar Police Department; Pierce G. Drzymkowski, Point Pleasant Police Department; Shane P. Evans, Alexan der W. Trust, Ocean County Sheriff’s Department; Riley R. Fahnholz, Kayle R. Reale, Jackson Township Police Department; Julian A. Guzman, Leon ardo Shimonovich, Lakewood Police Department; Timothy J. Perruso, La vallette Police Department; Matthew J. Robles, Mullica Township Police Department; Shawn C. Spina, Lacey Township Police Department and Jared S. Wigert, Bay Head Police Department

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Sound News

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

I May Buy A Less Expensive OTC Hearing Aid

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, first 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.

Discounts

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 bet ter-discounted price selections on vari ous items during the off-season.

Customer Feedback

You should seek reviews for your cho sen 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.

Analyze The Ratings

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.

Policy On Returns

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.

Methods Of Payment

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. Oth erwise, 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 regu larly. 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 re sult, your regular upgrades will quickly address any security issues.

The Bottom Line

Dr. Izzy & his Staff hope this informa tion 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 (Man ahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstate hearing.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!

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

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Top 6 Thyroid Supplements For Hypothyroidism - A Buyer’s Guide

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Your thyroid gland is a fat-burning switch as well as a thermostat.

Certain thyroid supplements can help you feel and look your best, even if things have been ‘off’ for a while. If this topic interests you, I have a comprehensive version of this article posted at my website, suzycohen.com.

Thyroid illness is very common. Approx imately twenty percent of adolescents and adults (age 12 and older) have some form of hypothyroidism. Some cases are so mild, it’s never even thought of. And some symptoms are so unusual, that the doctor never ties them together to your thyroid.

The prevalence of OCD (obsessive-compul sive disorder) and bipolar is higher in patients with thyroid disease than in the regular popu lation. Depression and poor concentration are two other issues that may get you pinned with a psychiatric illness. But studies have proven that thyroid medication works way better than antidepressants in a large percentage of people!

Did you know that there are supplements to help you convert an inactive thyroid hormone in your body to an active form? When this occurs, you start to feel yourself again! It’s termed thyroid hormone activation, or “T3 activation.” I know all about it, because I myself suffered from thyroid disease about 15 years ago, and I’m a thriver and even wrote a book on Amazon called Thyroid Healthy.

Here are some of my favorite supplements on the market for 2022:

1. Thyroid Script - This is my bestselling supplement for thyroid and adrenal health. It helps with hair, weight, sleep and daytime en ergy. It was born out the very same nutrients and herbs that I used to buy one at a time when

I suffered myself. This formula brought me back to life! The exceptional blend contains methylated B vitamins, resveratrol, mullein, selenium, and digestive enzymes. There’s nothing like it on the market.

2. Vitamin D3 - Protects bones and teeth often problematic in hypothyroidism. Vi tamin D deficiency leads to autoimmune diseases, and increases the severity of hy pothyroidism.

3. Iodine - Required for thyroid hormone production. Symptoms of low iodine include fatigue, trouble concentrating, pale tongue, feeling colder than normal, dry skin, hair loss, and weight gain. Without iodine, thyroxine (thyroid hormone) cannot be made.

4. Ashwagandha - So profound is its benefit to the thyroid gland that it can boost energy reserves, provide antioxidant protection, improve T3 activation, help you lose weight, and improve mental clarity.

5. Digestive Enzymes - Gluten and casein are proteins that naturally occur in bread and milk, respectively. These proteins are consid ered problematic for some people, especially in autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s disease or Graves’ disease.

6. Catalase - This enzyme breaks down peroxide which is often spawned in chronic autoimmune conditions. It can lead to rusting, or greying and gloom in the body! Reducing peroxide (through catalase enzyme which you make in your own liver) can help.

I’ve discussed half a dozen useful things here. Research on your own. Ask your doctor what’s right for you. And most importantly, download my free ebook entitled, Hypo thyroidism: 5 Reasons You Don’t Get Well. Find it at https://shop.suzycohen.com/pages/ ebook-hypothyroidism

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UBER- LYFT Transportation Network Companies

Are You Adequately Insured During A Ride Share?

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

Over the last few years, Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft have become the go-to livery service rather than the common taxi driver. Many people use these companies on a daily or weekly basis. But what happens when you are involved in a collision while a passenger in a Lyft or Uber rideshare vehicle? Are you covered?

Recently, the New Jersey Legislature defined the scope of mandatory insurance coverage for the transportation network companies and their drivers (such as Uber or Lyft). While an occupant of a prear ranged ride, the transportation network company and or the driver shall maintain the following insurance coverage for your benefit:

(1) primary automobile liability insur ance in the amount of at least $1,500,000 for death, bodily injury, and property damage; and (2 uninsured and underinsured mo torist coverage in an amount of at least $1,500,000.

This insurance coverage, which is to be maintained by the transportation net work company (Uber / Lyft), shall not be dependent upon your automobile insurer first denying a claim, nor shall your au tomobile insurance policy be required to first deny a claim. This means that the insurance provided by the Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft is primary.

However, the Transportation Network Companies are not required to provide medical coverage in the event you are injured while an occupant of the rideshare vehicle. Moreover, because Uber and Lyft are a form a livery service, the ride share vehicle is not covered under your auto

mobile Personal Injury Protection (PIP) medical expense insurance coverage. Con sequently, unless you have access to health insurance, you will be uninsured for your medical expenses although, if you happen to fall into the uninsured status, you are not without recourse. An uninsured passenger may recover his/her medical expenses from the party who caused the collision. This is a departure from the previous concept of the personal injury protection laws which prohibited recovery of medical expenses from the at-fault driver. Finally, the Limitation on Lawsuit Option which ordinarily restricts an injured mo torists’ right to sue for personal injuries, shall not be asserted by a transportation network company or a transportation network company driver in defense to any action for damages arising from a prearranged ride, nor shall it be asserted against any party not receiving personal injury protection benefits in any action for damages arising from a prearranged. This means that your personal injury lawsuit will not be burdened with the requirement that you prove that the collision caused an objectively verifiable permanent injury. Rather, any disability related to the colli sion will suffice, which is a much simpler burden of proof.

Ridesharing has become much easier and transparent with the advancement of technology. So, it’s about time the Leg islature has acted to protect the interests of the consumer by mandating insurance coverage and removing the obstacles of a lawsuit in the event of an injury while riding in a livery vehicle.

For more information about this article, please contact the attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates: (732) 505-1212.

Correction

The October 15 article “Berkeley Promotes Two Lieutenants To Captains” had a mistake. The first line read “Two long-serving officers are now fulfilling new roles as lieutenants after being sworn in recently.” It should have read that they are fulfilling new roles as captains. They were promoted from being lieutenants. We regret the error.

Michael J. Deem, Esq.

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First Responders Train With Haz-Mat Equipment

Help Keep Local Kids Warm This Winter

MONMOUTH & OCEAN COUNTY

The United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties is accepting donations of new coats for local pre-school, ele mentary, and middle school students in need. To participate: arrange a coat drop-off, shop and send it to the UWMOC office, or donate toward UWMOC’s coat purchase. UWMOC’s

10th Annual Warmest Wishes Coat Drive will take each donation through November 1. Acceptable items include coats with new tags and in toddler or children’s sizes: Coats in toddler siz es 3T - 4T; Coats in children’s sizes

XSmall - XLarge. Visit uwmoc.org/ WarmestWishes or contact Toni Pitts at tpitts@uwmoc.org/848-206-2036.

BRICK – On October 9, Brick Township Police Department EMS SOD members took part in a joint training session with the Berkeley Township Hazardous Materials Team. Members practiced/demonstrated skills in decontamination, rehab and be

─Photo courtesy Brick EMS came familiar with Haz-Mat equipment and PPE. Some even put on the level A suits and experienced what it’s like to work in the conditions the Berkeley Haz-Mat Technicians are often faced with. Great

everyone!

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At Etess Arena At Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Announces The Beach Boys Holiday Show

ATLANTIC CITY – – Enjoy a holiday celebration at the shore with The Beach Boys Holiday Show at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena and Hard Rock Hotel & Ca sino Atlantic City December 3 at 8 p.m.

Tickets go on sale October 7 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased at HardRockHo telAtlanticCity.com and Ticketmaster. com or 800-745-3000. All shows are subject to change.

Headliner Entertainment Lineup:

October 7 – Hall & Oates- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

October 8 – Wanda Sykes- Sound Waves

October 9 – Atlantic City Boxing Hall

of Fame- Sound Waves

October 14 – Wisin y Yandel – Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

October 14 – Vic DiBitetto – Sound Waves

October 15 – Vic DiBitetto – Sound Waves

October 15 – Freestyle Free For AllHard Rock Live at Etess Arena

October 22 – Tom Segura- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

October 22 – Ray on my Mind: A Ray Charles Tribute- Sound Waves

October 28 – Adam Sandler- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

October 29 – Ruben Studdard Sings

Luther Vandross- Sound Waves

November 5 – Puscifer- Sound Waves

November 11 – Foreigner- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

November 12 – Eros Ramazzotti- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

November 19 – The Commodores- WarSound Waves

November 26 – Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening- Sound Waves

November 27 – Show Lo- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

December 2 – Bee Gees Gold- Sound Waves

December 3 – The Beach Boys Holiday Show- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

December 9 – Greta Van Fleet - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

December 10– Greta Van Fleet - Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

December 30- Earth, Wind & Fire- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

December 31 – Earth, Wind & Fire- Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

January 28 – Ultimate Elvis Tribute Experience- Sound Waves

February 4 – David Spade- Sound Waves

February 19 – Valentine’s Soul JamHard Rock Live at Etess Arena

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Toms River Teacher Honored As State Teacher Of The Year

By Alyssa Riccardi

TOMS RIVER – Christine Girtain, teacher and Authentic Science Research director at Toms River High School South and High School North, has been named the state’s Teacher of the Year by the New Jersey De partment of Education.

This achievement makes history, as it’s the first time ever an Ocean County educator has been granted the title. Back in August, Girtain was named Ocean County’s Teacher of the Year by the NJDOE.

On October 12, NJDOE officially awarded Girtain while she was joined by her family, friends, and students, as well as district representatives.

“Christine Girtain personifies what it means to be a teacher here in Ocean County and Toms River, which is student-focused and with a passion to develop our children into lifelong learners,” said Superintendent Michael Citta, who has known Girtain for years and who worked alongside her while principal of High School South from 2018 to 2022. “Ms. Girtain operates without physical or intellectual boundaries - she has organized national and international science-based trips, and her educational ap proach and sheer personality challenge her students and colleagues to think beyond the ordinary. The result of her teaching is that students believe anything is possible, and their achievements reflect that. What more can you ask from a teacher? Ms. Girtain is an immense source of pride for this county, community, and me personally.”

Girtain has spent the beginning of the school year promoting innovative profes sional development, seeking funding and studying DNA.

“I am excited to represent Toms River and Ocean County as the 2022-2023 NJ State Teacher of the Year,” Girtain said. “New Jersey is ranked highly nationally because

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of the great school districts we have across the state, and all the people who help make education function.”

Girtain has taught science at Toms River Regional Schools for 27 years. Not only was she a former student athlete, she’s a High School North graduate. Her efforts to teach others while expanding her own knowledge of science has allowed her to become an expert in securing funding, hosting field trips, forging partnerships with agencies of higher education and more.

“I love networking different interest groups together, using their individual strengths to combine for a more robust, broader reach,” she said. “Sustainable growth, both mental and physical, means that as we grow we meet our needs without compromising the needs of future generations.”

A pep rally will be held rally at RWJBarn abas Health Arena October 17 to honor Girtain’s accomplishment.

“Christine Girtain is a mosaic of inspi ration as an educator, an innovator and simply a genuine person who makes a difference in our community,” said High School South Principal Kevin Raylman. “She creates a scaffolding of opportunities that enable individual students the chance to accomplish great things. Ms. Girtain has established an academic structure that pushes students and enables them to real ize their untapped potential. Additionally, her educational presence impacts her col leagues as she both inspires and encourages the professionals around her. Whether it is an intense student-driven experiment or through something as mundane as a collegial conversation in the hallway, Ms. Girtain is making a positive and profound change.

“We are truly proud to have the good for tune to grow and learn from her on a daily basis,” Raylman added.

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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

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Direct your energy into social activities. Your input may be welcomed when involved with group dynamics; you’re likely skilled at handling complicated negotiations. Enjoy receiving extra attention in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Navigate workplace politics with expert actions. A friendly outgoing manner could attract new contacts and friends in the upcoming week. You and a partner can make extra money by working as a team.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): Remain sharp and thorough about the details. You and a partner or loved one may be in agreement if you take action. In the week ahead, only buy items that will stand up to daily use without wrecking the budget.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You might prefer to ask for forgiveness rather than permission. If you need to, explain your motivations for handling subjects and physical tasks at a fast pace. Social interactions could take priority in the week ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): If you insist on having the best, you will often get the best. In the week ahead, sharing your possessions with others to make them happy may become a priority. Avoid letting jealousy or greed affect your financial decisions.

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This can be a promising week to grow closer to loved ones. Family members may help you learn to be a true friend. Use your know-how and experience to handle unexpected changes and achieve long-term goals.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Energet ic go-getters could spark your enthusiasm. Feed off someone else’s ambitions and positive energy in the week to come and your bank balance might thank you. Friends may fill your social calendar.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Strike the nail right on the head. The more diligent you are, the further you can go and much more will be accomplished. In the coming week, your passion, drive and ambition may be apparent to the naked eye.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Combin ing social activities with an organized plan of action can lead to accomplishment in the week ahead. Don’t expect too much, too soon, because achieving the most worthwhile things always take time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you are resourceful, you can recycle or upcycle anything. A loved one may have some original ideas. As the week unfolds, a passing infatuation or mental rabbit hold could cause you to waste time.

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FLUFFY BISCUITS WITH JUICY PEACHES AND AIRY WHIPPED CREAM GIVE THAT SUMMER FEELING ANY TIME

By America’s Test Kitchen

PEACH SHORTCAKES

Makes 4 shortcakes

1 pound sliced frozen peaches, thawed

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

3 tablespoons plus 1 tablespoon sugar, measured separately, plus extra for sprinkling

1 1/2 cups (7 1/2 ounces) all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/8 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup buttermilk

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 cups whipped cream

1. Use dry measuring cups to measure out 3/4 cup peaches and transfer to a cutting board. Set aside remaining peaches. Roughly chop 3/4 cup peaches.

2.Inalargemicrowave-safebowl,combinechoppedpeach es, ground ginger, and 3 tablespoons sugar. Use a rubber spatula to stir until well combined. Heat in the microwave until peaches are bubbling, about 1 1/2 minutes.

3. Remove bowl from microwave. Use potato masher to crush chopped peaches. Add remaining sliced peaches to bowl and use rubber spatula to stir until combined. Let sit

until peachesarejuicy, atleast30 minutesorup to 2 hours.

4. Meanwhile, adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 450 degrees. Line a rimmed bak ing sheet with parchment paper.

5. In a medium bowl, whisk togetherflour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and remaining 1 tablespoon sugar.

6. In a liquid measuring cup, use a fork to stir buttermilk and melted butter until butter forms small clumps.

7. Add buttermilk mixture to bowl with flour mixture. Use a clean rubber spatula to stir until combined.

8. Spray inside of 1/2-cup dry measuring cup with vegetable oil spray. Use a greased measuring cup to scoop batter and use butter knife to scrape off extra batter. Drop 4 scoops onto the parchment-lined bak ing sheet, leaving space between biscuits. Sprinkle each biscuit generously with extra sugar.

9. Place baking sheet in oven. Bake biscuits until the tops are golden brown, 14 to 16 minutes.

10. Remove baking sheet from oven and place on a cooling rack. Let biscuits cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes. (This is a good time to make your whipped cream if using homemade.)

11. When biscuits are ready, split biscuits open with a clean fork. Transfer biscuits to individual serving plates. Use a slotted spoon to divide peaches evenly among biscuit bottoms. Top each with a spoonful of whipped cream and 1 biscuit top. Serve.

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