2022-11-19 - The Manchester Times

Unique Election Ends In A Runoff Race

By Bob Vosseller

MANCHESTER – With three mayoral candidates and six council candidates seeking fouryear terms each, this year’s township election was a bit crowded and out of the ordinary. When all the dust cleared, it revealed an “inclusive outcome” which means a runoff will be held on December 6. According to the Township

Clerk’s office that race will be incumbent Mayor Robert Hudak and his council running mates versus challenger Robert Arace and his team.

Hudak received 7,570 votes in the unofficial vote tally on Election Day but that only represents 44.26% and he needed 50% of the vote plus one to emerge the winner.

Challenger Robert Arace’s 5,354 votes repre-

joint base breaks ground on $140m resiliency project

By Bob Vosseller JOINT BASE

MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held at the base for a new, $140 million project designed to enhance JBMDL’s mission capability and resiliency through critical energy infrastructure additions and upgrades. Under this Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC), the U.S. Air Force has partnered with Ameresco, Inc. on a two-phase project. Once completed, it is

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Lakehurst 7-Eleven Part Of Nationwide Closures

By Bob Vosseller

LAKEHURST – It is getting tougher and tougher to fi nd a 7-Eleven convenience store in Ocean County. Within the last few years at least four closed their doors and now the borough’s long-time 7-Eleven has done the same.

The franchise closed its Route 70 location as part of a plan to

sell 18 7-Eleven and Speedway stores in the state. The plan involves selling some stores and closing others.

The Speedway stores that 7-Eleven acquired from Hess Corporation’s retail operations, from Marathon Oil in 2021 are also are being sold off. They include one at 1741 Hooper

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sented 31.19%. They both ran against a third candidate in the form of Ken Seda who received 4,186 votes and 24.4% of the vote.

Hudak’s team received the highest number of votes for the two council seats but their percentage wasn’t high enough and thus will be part of the runoff race in December.

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OCC Salutes Veterans During Annual Ceremony

By Bob Vosseller

OCEAN

COUNTY –

The sacrifices – as well as the contributions – of those who served were remembered at a Veterans Day celebration held at Ocean County College.

OCC President Dr. John H. Larson opened the “Salute To Veterans” by explaining the history of the holiday: “the holiday we observe each year on November 11, originally known as Armistice Day was

established by President Woodrow Wilson in 1919 to commemorate the end of World War I. In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower called for an expansion to the annual celebration to encompass veterans of all wars and the name was changed to Veterans Day.

“We gather today as we do each year here at Ocean County College to recognize those heroes who have served

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–Photo by Bob Vosseller Members of the Toms River American Legion Post 129 Color Guard were part of this year’s Ocean County College Veterans ceremony.

–Photos courtesy Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Public Affairs

A groundbreaking ceremony at the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst signaled the start of a new phase of construction for a $140 million project.

–Photo by Jason Allentoff

This 7-Eleven convenience store on Route 70, Lakehurst served residents and area travelers for years. It closed its doors within the last week.

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and are currently serving this country proudly, selflessly at home and around the world. To honor those who have vowed to protect our values and our democracy and whose courage and commitment enables all of us to live freely,” Dr. Larson added. “We also pause to recognize the heavy price that so many have paid in the course of that service and to pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation’s honor. President Ronald Reagan once said, ‘we remember those who were called up to give all a person can give and we remember those who are prepared to make that sacrifice if it were demanded

of them in the line of duty’,” he added.

Larson said, “most of all we remember the gallantry with which all of them enabled their nation as they became champions of our noble cause. Let us reflect upon those words and take them closely to heart.” He acknowledged all student and employee veterans and active military.

Toms River Council President Kevin Geoghegan remarked, “lets also take a moment to acknowledge those families of service members and veterans who shouldered the weight of war and the burden and sacrifice. To the mothers, fathers, spouses and children of our military men and women - thank you.

“I personally have never worn the uniform, been to war, been wounded or scarred in

battle. I’ve never put on combat boots, shot at an enemy or even held a dying friend. I have no idea what war is like. I have no idea what any of you have experienced. Your fear, your bravery, your suffering, and your survival. I am simply a grateful American,” Geoghegan added.

The guest speaker was U.S. Air Force Technical Sergeant Raffi R. “Stambo” Stambultsyan, of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Larson reviewed his record of service. “He enlisted in the Air Force in 2009 and he has accomplished a great deal. He attended training at Lackland Air Force Base to become a member of security forces. During his time with the Desert Lightning Team, he honed his combat skills with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of the A-10 Warthogs air fleet.”

Stambultsyan served in various capacities across the spectrum of security force operations from physical security to law enforcement and administration. He continued his education while serving earning an associate’s degree in criminal justice from the community college of the Air Force.

He also received a Bachelor of Sciences degree in criminal justice and is currently a PHD candidate at Liberty University. He holds professional certifications in diversity and inclusion from Cornell University. Larson also said the speaker received various awards including the Air Force Commendation medal, Afghanistan Campaign medal with Bronze Star and is a recipient of the National Law Enforcement medal from the Sons of the American Revolution. Stambultsyan said during his speech, “the

one question we are all asked is what do you want to be when you grow up? In 2009, I was a young 19-year-old and I thought I had it all figured out. I was going to put college on hold and join the military.

“I thought exactly what I was going to say when the recruiter asked me what do you want to be? I was prepared. I was going to answer, an American Airman but when the time came, he asked a very different question, and I had no idea how to answer it,” Stambultsyan added.

“The one question only the military will ask of you, ‘what do you want to contribute?’ That was the only question that truly mattered,” he added. He noted that many in the military were able to help him with what he wanted to be, to further his education, to travel. “You have to be careful what you ask for. I said, I want to fi nd love, boom I’m married to my wife of 12 years who is also a veteran and we have two little boys.

“The question still remained, what do I want to contribute, remembering the brave men in women of our history. What did veterans before me contribute? The answer is everything. They put their lives on hold and contributed everything they were asked to do and so much more,” he added.

Members of the Toms River American Legion Post 129 Color Guard were part of the ceremony as well as the OCC Concert Band who performed the National Anthem and a Salute to the Armed Forces. The Legion Post’s Rifle Squad provided a salute.

The ceremony concluded with Ross Eadie of the OCC Concert Band performing Taps.

estimated to generate $5.9 million in annual energy savings and reduce energy usage by 22%. It also aligns with federal policy objectives including Executive Order 14057, the Climate Smart Building Initiative, and the Department of the Air Force Climate.

Phase 1 includes 18 MW of rooftop solar and will complete construction this fall. Phase 2, the focus of the groundbreaking, will consist of an additional 13.7 MW of solar, 2MW/4MWh of battery storage, a microgrid control system, energy infrastructure and distribution upgrades, and building efficiency improvements.

The November 3 ceremony featured representatives of JBMDL and Ameresco (an energy infrastructure company) and was held at 595999 E Main Street, Wrightstown, just outside the security perimeter.

“On the heels of Manchester Township being awarded the Bronze Level certification from Sustainable Jersey, we are ecstatic to see Joint Base MDL advancements in more robust sustainable energy projects,” Manchester Mayor Robert Hudak said.

“As a neighboring community, Manchester is proud to be home to one of the largest military and veteran populations in the state,” he added.

Mayor Hudak concluded by stating that, “having these large investments near our community creates a path to longevity and sustainability for our Joint Base Community, as well as Manchester Township, and it speaks to the continued longevity of the base being an economic driver in our region.”

“Today’s groundbreaking ceremony illus-

trates the value, importance and vibrancy of Joint Base McGuire-Dix for security missions and programs,” Jackson Mayor Michael Reina said. “We’re grateful for the continual investment in the Joint Base and proud to support our military leaders and the on-going operations at this facility.”

The most noticeable improvement is the installment of ground mounted solar arrays by the McGuire gate and between multiple hangars at Lakehurst. The ground mounted solar arrays are more cost-effective than grid supplied electric power, produce cleaner power and help meet Federal renewable energy goals. This addition will enhance energy security, resiliency and mission assurance from the increased supply of on-site power generation.

The contract includes the installation of a microgrid control system which will maintain the power of critical facilities even if commercial electrical power is lost. This is made possible by a battery energy storage system that acts as a giant uninterruptible power source and on-site natural gas fired generators.

Alexander Vincent, 787th Civil Engineer Squadron Chief of Energy said, “an attack or disruption on the electric could be a near peer adversary but the microgrid won’t allow that to breach our operations. Our critical buildings will still be fully operational, displaying how our resiliency has increased while responding and recovering from a disruption.”

A multitude of infrastructure and electrical advancements will be happening by leveraging new technologies. Over 300,000 new light-emitting diode fixtures will be installed along with an exterior smart city lighting controls system. The LED fixtures will increase

light quality, reduce the cooling load throughout the base and automatically turn off lights that aren’t needed. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning performance will be improved, as well as an upgrade of existing transformers, increasing power quality and efficiency. These advancements allow for reduction of electrical losses, as well as operating and

maintenance costs.

Vincent added, “it’s not just about generating our own electricity, it’s also about reducing how much we use. We’re not increasing greenhouse gas-emissions, which have other effects that we as a joint base would have to deal with.

“This entire project is paid for by the savings it generates,” he said.

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This served as a political rematch between Hudak and Arace and now both will go another round in the political ring. Both are Republicans but Manchester has a non-partisan form of government. There is no primary race but they do employ petitions to get on the ballot and run on slogans.

Hudak ran with the slogan of “Manchester First-Continued Good Government.” He ran with Brush who fi rst came into office in 2017 after winning a special election to replace Brendan Weiner on the council. Brush received 7,019 votes. Timothy Poss is a member of the Township Planning Board and a Pemberton police sergeant. Poss earned 6,690 votes.

Arace’s slogan was “The Right Choice for Manchester” and his team featured Joseph T. Hankins, who received 5,105 votes and Roxanne Conniff who received 5,054 in the election.

Seda’s team ran on the slogan of “Manchester Deserves Better” and included Gloria E. Adkinson who received 4,198 votes and Karen Sugden who received 3,966.

Hudak, 45, a former aide to State Senator Diane Allen (R-Edgewater Park) defeated Arace by 14 percentage points in 2021, 57%-43% which represents a plurality of 2,100 votes. While he wasn’t serving as GOP County Chairman, George Gilmore backed Arace and Hankins in last year’s race.

Despite Manchester’s form of govern-

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Avenue in Toms River, Washington, Hackettstown and Pennsauken.

7-Eleven stores will close in Scotch Plains, Newark, Butler, Elwood Park and Hackettstown. Stores in Barnegat and Holmdel are also up for sale.

According to NJBiz.com , 7-Eleven, based in Texas, has 13,000 stores in North America. There are 370 in New Jersey. The franchise is seeking to sublease some of the locations and bids were due in on the fi rst of this month.

Across the nation, 7-Eleven is selling 73 of its stores in 22 states. The locations will be sold through a “buy one, some or all” process minus convenience store branding. The sales and leases which include the property as well, are being run by NRC Realty and Capital Advisers.

ment, political affiliation played a role in this year’s election as Gilmore, now back in control as GOP County Chairman, backed Arace once again along with his two council candidates.

Township Councilman Republican Craig Wallis served on the council for 18 years and chose not to run for re-election. He and Republican Councilman James Vaccaro backed Arace in last year’s election.

Gilmore, who fi rst held the chairman position in 1996, resigned from his leadership role in 2019 after a federal indictment and later conviction on charges of tax fraud. He had been pardoned by former President Donald Trump in 2020 and returned to his position as GOP party boss on July 7.

Hudak backed Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy in the county chairman race against Gilmore.

Despite Manchester traditionally being a Republican stronghold, members of the Manchester Democrats began revitalizing their dormant organization this year. They started holding monthly meetings, and held both a mayoral and council candidate forum that was open to each of the three slates.

Seda and his fellow council candidates are members of the Manchester Democrats.

Radio talk show personality Bill Spadea of 101.5 FM supported Arace on his morning show and made several campaign visits for him in the township.

County Clerk Scott Colabella said that the results are preliminary and exact numbers are likely to change for a few weeks after election night as provisional ballots and last-minute mail-in votes are counted.

The franchise has been facing stiff competition by one if its major competitors Wawa, over the last few decades. A Wawa store is currently being built near the Lakehurst circle at Lilac Street and Union Avenue near Route 70.

Wawa has 277 locations in the Garden State and around 981 overall. Brick Township will see its sixth Wawa soon.

Another competitor, QuickChek, has approximately 160 stores across New Jersey and New York. QuickChek has plans to add more stores in the future.

The Lakehurst 7-Eleven hasn’t had much traffic and shut down this past week as part of the company’s downsizing plan. The franchise is considered the largest convenience store chain in the country. There were signs inside store to inform regular customers that the store was ending its tenure in the borough noting that “everything must go.”

Advent Soup Lunches 2022

WHITING – The Whiting United Methodist Church located at 55 Lacey Road in Whiting is offering Advent Soup lunches again this year on November 30, December 7 and December 14 from 12 to 1 p.m. at the church. Join for an afternoon of hot homemade soup, desert and good fellowship. They will be sharing a short devotion

before the meal.

All members of the community are invited to attend and you do not need to be a member of the church to join!

If you have any questions or need additional information, you can contact the church office at 732-350-6878 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

More Steps To Be Taken In Walk To End Alzheimer’s

Congressional Alzheimer’s Caucus, which I co-chair to this day.

From

The Desk

Of Congressman Chris Smith

BRADLEY BEACH - The following are remarks by Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, November 5th in Bradley Beach:

“Special thanks to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Chair Al Davanzo, Executive Director of the NJ Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association Cheryl Srancione, and my good friend for many years, Christine Hopkins, AIM and Advocacy Chair.

Thank you for your amazing work.

And thanks to each of you for not only raising critically-needed funds for Alzheimer’s disease

research, but for bringing renewed visibility - especially as we emerge from the pandemic - and the redoubling of efforts to mitigate the symptoms of, and someday cure, this catastrophic disease.

Today, more than 6.5 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s - with millions more providing care, oftentimes unpaid.

Almost two thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s are women.

The new generation of veterans who served in Iraq and Afghanistan are especially at risk as new research shows a link between Traumatic Brain Injuries and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder suffered during military service and the development of Alzheimer’s disease later in life.

Twenty-three years ago - in 1999 - I along with Senator Ed Markey created the bipartisan

After years of legislative struggle and with an all-important push from the Alzheimer’s Association, the big breakthrough came in 2011, when Congress passed the National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) - a law I coauthored.

NAPA created a new, frequently updated and expanded national strategy with the goal of finding a cure, or a disease-modifying therapy by 2025. NAPA also created an advisory committee for a whole-of-government response to the crisis.

The impact has been profound. Alzheimer’s research funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) was $600 million in 2015. Now in Fiscal Year 2023 federal research for Alzheimer’s will likely be $3.48 billion - an almost 600% increase!

In the next few weeks, we hope to reauthorize NAPA for another ten years - to 2035.

I am the prime sponsor of H.R. 7773 - the

Alzheimer’s Accountability and Investment Act - to require the National Institutes of Health to annually submit, beginning in FY2024, an estimate of its budget and personnel needs for carrying out initiatives pursuant to the National Alzheimer’s Project.

In years past, one of my bills that passed the House and eventually became law was - Kevin and Avonte’s Law - to prevent life-threatening wandering.

As many of you know, Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden runs an excellent program - Project Lifesaver - to track, find and rescue a wandering Alzheimer’s patient or person with autism wearing a tracking bracelet, usually within 30 minutes.

None of these laws or community-driven programs would be possible without the vision, support and advocacy of the Alzheimer’s Association and you.

You bring renewed hope, resolve, compassion and empathy for patients, family, and friends.”

Unemployment Insurance System To Be More E cient

From The Desk Of The Governor

Phil Murphy

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation (S2357) which makes certain changes to the administration of the State’s unemployment insurance (“UI”) system to increase the system’s efficiency and expedite timely benefits payments. The Legislature concurred with the Governor’s conditional veto of an earlier version of the legislation, as the Governor had recommended changes necessary to ensure compliance with federal law.

“As we work to enhance the UI system, we must ensure that the process is timely and transparent from start to finish,” said Governor Murphy. “The revisions sent back to the Legislature ensure compliance with federal law and I commend the bill’s sponsors for their dedication to improving our State’s UI system. Every eligible recipient of unemployment benefits deserves to receive assistance as expeditiously and efficiently as possible.”

“We distributed $37 billion to more than 2 million workers during the pandemic, but we never want to see even one resident struggle to pay their bills or find a new job,” said Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo. “That’s why we are so proud to be partnering with the US Department of Labor to develop a new, modern, agile unemployment system that is accessible, equitable and designed to shorten the time it takes for eligible workers to receive benefits. We are grateful to our legislative partners for continuing to advocate for their constituents and our claimants, and for giving us more tools to speed the review process

for benefits.”

Primary sponsors of the bill include Senators Fred Madden Jr. and Joseph Lagana, and Assemblymembers Paul Moriarty, Shama Haider, and Joe Danielsen.

“This law is a response to the processing delays and wait times seen during a critical time of high unemployment during the coronavirus crisis. It will provide much needed relief to claimants by expediting the determination and appeals process and by providing more options for claimants to speak directly with department staff to resolve issues,” said Senator Fred Madden, the Chairman of the Senate Labor Committee. “The unemployment compensation system is meant to help people at a difficult time in their lives and this reform will help the program live up to its purpose.”

“Certainly these last few pandemic years have been difficult for people and placed a stress on government agencies. Yet we must remember delays in processing unemployment benefits have real-world consequences. These delays might be the difference on whether families can pay their monthly bills or put food on the table,” said Senator Joe Lagana. “This law will make sure all eligible individuals are being served and receiving benefits they’ve earned in a timely manner, so they in turn might stave off any unnecessary financial burdens.”

“We cannot allow processing delays to prevent individuals from receiving the unemployment benefits they are owed, especially when these benefits could mean the difference between paying their bills or feeding their families. This law will ensure New Jersey residents are able to claim the unemployment benefits they are eligible for without delay, preventing families from enduring excessive financial hardships during already difficult times,” said Assemblymembers

The recommendations outlined in the conditional veto include revisions to ensure that benefits are paid in conformity with federal law. These revisions authorize the Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s Division of Unemployment and Temporary Disability Insurance to permit an employer to communicate information with the Division by methods other than electronic communication in those limited circumstances where an employer has demonstrated an inability to communicate

electronically. The recommended changes also clarify that overpayments paid under the federal CARES Act may only be waived if the Division determines that both the overpayment was not the fault of the claimant and repayment would be contrary to equity and good conscience. The revisions also specify that pursuant to federal law and regulations, benefits may not be paid to a claimant for an overturned period of disqualification for any week during which the claimant has failed to provide to the division a weekly certification evidencing the claimant’s eligibility for benefits.

Paul Moriarty, Shama Haider, and Joe Danielsen, sponsors of the legislation.

Cra Programs For Adults

MANCHESTER – Do you enjoy crafting? Did you know that the Manchester Library offers free craft programs for adults every month? Upcoming craft programs for the remainder of 2022 include:

Pottery Painting Workshop: December 6 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Just Kil’n Time ceramics studio in Waretown will be providing everything you need to paint a bisque ceramic piece and make it your own. Pieces painted by program attendees will be taken back to the studio where they will be fi red in the kiln. They will be available for pickup at the studio or at the library on a date specified at the event. Winter Ornaments for Adults: December 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. We will be making decorative ornaments using paper and other basic supplies. Since nearly everyone is pressed for time and money during the holiday season, the focus is on crafts that

are easy, fast and inexpensive to complete. Participants must bring their own scissors. Calming Coloring: December 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Meets once per month on the third Friday. Coloring is a great method of stress relief for adults! Spend a relaxing afternoon creating art, listening to soothing music and relaxing with like-minded adults at the library! Coloring sheets and simple crafts are provided along with crayons, markers, and pens. Alternatively, you can bring your own coloring projects and coloring tools.

Registration in advance is required for all craft programs. To register or fi nd out more information, call 732-657-7600 or go online to the library’s Calendar of Events at theoceancountylibrary.org.

The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library is located at 21 Colonial Drive in Manchester Township.

Lucille’s Annual Charity Bus Ride New Year’s Eve

MANCHESTER – Lucille’s Annual Charity Bus ride is back. Resorts Casino in Atlantic City on December 31. Any and all proceeds will benefit local charities.

Cost: $40 per person with Casino Slot Play to be determined. Includes gratuities, bus transportation and casino slot play.

Casino slot play subject to change at the casino’s discretion. No refunds unless trip is cancelled.

Tickets available for sale by calling Lucille 732-941-4992. Please leave a message with your name and phone number if you are interested and want to join on the bus.

Crestwood 6 Hanukkah Party

WHITING – Crestwood 6 Hanukkah Party on December 21 at 6 p.m. All of Manchester is invited. Admission includes dessert for four. For more

information contact Michael at michaelitt@aol.com. Event will be held at the Crestwood 6 Clubhouse, 6 Congasia Road, Whiting.

Russell D Petranto, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S. Vincent J. Migliori, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S. Matthew Regulski, D.P.M., C.W.S., F.A. P.W.C.A

Manchester Township Police Department Now Hiring

NOV. 30 CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR ROCKETS AT RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL $222/pp Includes Lunch Before Show and Orchestra Seat.

DEC. 1 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS AT AMERICAN MUSIC THEATER IN LANCASTER PA $126/pp Includes Lunch Before Show.

DEC. 4 WIND CREEK CASINO $56/pp Includes $25 Slot Play,5 Hour Stay.

DEC. 12 A DAY IN AMISH LANCASTER $84/pp Includes Lunch at Shady Maple, Visit to Kitchen Kettle, Bird n Hand Bakery.

DEC. 12-14 3 DAY CHRISTMAS ON THE POTOMAC $598/pp Dbl.Occ. Enjoy the holidays with us on a spectacular Christmas themed trip. Ice returns this year with one of a kind amazing walk-through experience. Includes 2 nts. stay at the 5 star Gaylord National Harbor Resort, 2 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, 1 Christmas Musical with lunch and more.

DEC. 13 CHRISTMAS IN CAPE MAY $165/pp Includes Dinner at Lobster House, Trolly Christmas Lights Tour & More.

DEC. 15. ELF MUSICAL AT THE DUTCH APPLE THEATRE IN LANCASTER PA $138/pp Includes Lunch Before Show.

DEC. 31 NEW YEARS AT NOON $146/pp Includes A Family Style Lunch, Live Music and Dancing, Comedian, 12 noon Champagne Toast.

JAN. 18 A BEAUTIFUL NOISE - THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL $219/pp Includes lunch before show & Orchestra Seat.

JAN. 18 SOME LIKE IT HOT MUSICAL $212/pp Includes Lunch Before Show & Orchestra Seat.

JAN. 22 MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS $144/pp Includes Lunch & Show at The Dutch Apple Dinner Theater.

JAN. 25 MJ MUSICAL $212/pp Includes Lunch Before Show & Orchestra Seat.

MAR. 30 MY MOTHER’S ITALIAN..MY FATHER IS JEWISH.. I’M IN THERAPY $99/pp Includes $25 Slot Play, $15 Food Voucher and Show Ticket.

APR. 19 A BEAUTIFUL NOISE - NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL $219/pp Includes Lunch Before Show & Orchestra Seat.

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Township Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Class III Special Police Officer. The Class III Special Police Officer, under the direction of the Chief of Police, shall conduct school safety and security duties within the Manchester Township School District.

In order to be eligible the candidate must: Be a retired law enforcement officer less than 65 years of age who served as a duly qualified, fully trained, full time police officer in any municipality, or county of this state, or as a member of the State Police, and was separated from that prior service in good standing within three years of appointment to this position.

• Be capable of passing fi rearms qualifications as mandated by the N.J. AG Guidelines.

• Any applicant offered a conditional offer of employment, will be required to pass a medical examination, psychological screen-

ing, and drug screening pursuant to the N.J. AG Drug Testing Policy.

• Be a resident of N.J. with a valid N.J. Driver’s License.

• Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation.

• Applicants must possess a N.J. PTC Basic Police Officer or N.J.S.P. Academy Certification.

• Must be physically capable of performing the functions of the position.

• Applicants must provide a letter of good standing from the Chief of Police / Officer in Command of the agency they retired from, including their dates of employment, type of retirement, and good standing status.

Pay rate: $32 per hour

Apply online through the Manchester Township Personnel website by selecting Special Law Enforcement Officer - Class III on the following webpage: primepoint. net/Recruitment/#/MCHTWP/displayJob/1004131.

Crestwood Village II Travel Club

WHITING – Crestwood Village II Travel Club have announced the following upcoming trips:

Tropicana Casino and Show: On March 30, travel to Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City to see the show “My Mother is Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m in Therapy” starring comedienne Steve Solomon. It is a hilarious show about what happens when two cultures come together. This has been a sellout show at past venues.

Tickets are $104 and includes bus transportation, drive gratuity, show and $25 casino bonus.

Bus will board Harmony Hall at 12:30 p.m. and leaves at 12:45 p.m. Arrives Atlantic City at 2 p.m. Return bus boards at 7:45 p.m. and leaves at 8 p.m. Arrives Whiting at 9:15 p.m. No refunds unless event is cancelled.

Diva’s Gone Wild at Philadelphia’s Gay Bingo: On April 15, travel to Philadelphia for a fun fi lled evening at Gay Bingo with a bunch of wild drag queens with wacky humor, outrageous costumes and a hilarious intermission show. Play nine games plus three special games which includes the cover all with the winner getting $1,000. Gay Bingo has been playing in Philadelphia for over 20 years with sellout crowds.

Tickets are $75 and includes admission, reserved seating, bingo for nine games, bus transportation and driver tip.

Tickets will go on sale every Wednesday from 9 to 10 a.m. in the Harmony Hall Activity Room beginning December 2. No refunds unless event is cancelled.

For more information contact Linda at 732-716-1928 or Fran at 732-581-2290.

Crestwood Village III Women’s Club News

WHITING – The women’s club met on November 1. The meeting was called to order at 12:30 p.m. by our president Rose Kantenwein. Following the Pledge of Allegiance and Singing of God Bless America, Rose recognized and thanked those who made soup for the day’s luncheon. Most of the meeting was dispensed with so that we could enjoy socializing together. Rose extended her - and the club’s - thanks to Diane DeMonte for the great job she did as chair of our Fall Flea Market. Rose also thanked those who volunteered to work, bake, set up and or/ break down the event. We received positive feedback from the vendors and several have already asked to come back in the spring. At our December luncheon we will announce our charity contributions for this year.

December 6 at 12:30 p.m. will be our Holiday Buffet Luncheon. The committee has been meeting to make this a nice time for all. This year’s theme will be Winter Wonderland. Catering will be done by Blue Collar Catering, which the club hired for last year’s event. The committee members were asked to stand. Tickets were sold at the meeting, 22 so far! Tickets were on sale every Monday in November, from 9 to 11 a.m., during Mini Mart. Last day of sale was November 28. Tickets were $23 and will not be sold at the door. You may invite friends who are not members, but everyone must have a ticket.

Sign- up sheets were available for Poin-

settias for shut-in ladies. The membership was asked to sign the name of someone they may know who was a shut in. Whoever placed a name on this list is asked to make the delivery of the plant so the person would know who had thought of them.

January’s meeting will be our hobby show and tell. Another list was available to sign your name and hobby. It can be a current hobby or something you have enjoyed doing in the past. You are asked to bring samples of your hobby to show off your creativity, or, if possible, offer a demonstration.

Our food donation of 45 cans of tuna was greatly appreciated by the St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Food Pantry. Donna Brown, recording secretary, read the thank you letter we received from one of the administrators of the pantry. Next month we will be collecting Knorr pasta, rice or potato side dishes.

There will be a clearance sale on December 5 at the Mini Mart from 9 to 11 a.m. Again, we are asking for any donations of articles you may have.

Following the drawing of our 50/50 winner, Rose ended the meeting and we all enjoyed our soup luncheon. There were lots of different types of soup that were made and I am sure, you were able to fi nd your favorite! Thanks again to all who participated by bringing in your soup.

The Women’s Club of Crestwood Village III wishes to extend to all a very Happy Holiday Season!

Crestwood Village VI New Year’s Eve Party

WHITING – Crestwood Village VI New Year’s Eve Party on December 31 from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) at Deerfield Hall, 6 Congasia Road, Whiting.

Party the night away with DJ Mare Haze. Food catered by “The Barn” includes pork loin with apple stuffi ng, chicken francese,

penne vodka, Caesar salad, roll and butter, coffee, tea, soda, and dessert. Set ups and party favors included.

Tickets are $45 per person. No tickets sold at the door. No refunds unless cancelled.

Ticket sales on Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. at Deerfield Hall clubhouse CV6 or contact Kathy Casper at 732-500-6155.

Crestwood Village 1 Residents Club

WHITING – Crestwood Village 1 Residents Club is sponsoring a Flea Market on December 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Table available for $10 to $15. Tables on

Flea Market

sale on Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at Friendship Hall, 92 Fairway Lane. For more information call LuAnn at 732408-5792.

Whiting Vol. Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary

WHITING – The Whiting Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary is having a Gift Auction on November 26.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; calling starts at 7:45 p.m. Admission is $5. Donations accepted for event. Kitchen will be open.

Volunteers Needed!

LAKEHURST – Volunteer fi refighters and fi rst aid squad members are urgently needed. Training is provided. Contact Borough Hall at 657-4141 or 657-4161 for additional information or to volunteer your services.

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Berkeley Senior Premier So ball Fall Champs

Exhibit Of Pressed Flowers And

TOMS RIVER – Throughout the month of November, the Ocean County Library in Toms River will host an exhibit of pressed flowers and calligraphy by Manchester Township resident, Simone Sheppard.

Ms. Sheppard, 77, has been pressing flowers since 1978, “experimenting” with calligraphy since 1955 and some of her earlier

Calligraphy

creations are included in the display. Her works have spread across the globe, reaching at least 49 states and 26 other countries and are known to have been gifted to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, at least two presidents and various celebrities. The exhibit is located on the 2nd floor, in the adult non-fiction area and may be seen at any time the library is open.

Resident Club CV-5 Dance

WHITING – Resident Club CV-5 Dance will be held on December 2 from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by: “The Lenny Davis Band” eight-piece band playing a variety of music.

Cost: $30 includes a buffet of sausage & peppers, eggplant parm, chicken française,

baked ziti, salad, pasta primavera, bread and butter. Snacks, dessert, soda drinks, coffee, and tea.

Last day to purchase tickets is November 22. Call Debbie at 201-618-8514 for more information.

–Photo courtesy John Dowling BERKELEY - The Yellowbirds won the regular season fall league and the playoffs with an overall 12 and 3 record. Led by mgrs John Dowling and James Ballentyne they were the team to beat. Tom Blackwell led the team with an 800-plus batting average while Dan Sulich drove in 23 runs. Both pitchers Donny Galloway and Ray Colon were almost unbeatable.

Local Nonpro t Saves Horses From Abuse

By Alyssa Riccardi

HOWELL – A Township-based nonprofit is going above and beyond to rescue horses from neglect, abuse, and even slaughter.

Horse Rescue United consists of 10 volunteers who dedicate their time saving horses of all breeds and continue to take care of them despite enduring long shifts in extreme heat or cold.

On a hot day, volunteer Susan Cohen loads the tractor with grain and hay, medical supplies, fly spray, brushes, pitchforks and rakes. The horses patiently wait for their breakfast as Susan feeds them a few carrots as treats. After feeding, the horses are then groomed, and checked for any new cuts or scrapes. A total of eight horses, including two miniature horses, are currently attended to daily. Once Susan returns to the barn to check on supplies and clean up, she then updates the rest of the volunteers about all the horses’ condition.

“I like the solitude,” Susan said. “It’s quiet down here and pretty, especially at sunrise and sunset. I could be tired or stressed from work, but the minute I see the horses, I’m happy.”

Horse Rescue United explained how the intense heat and humidity in the summer as well as the cold and snow in the winter both create a challenge when it comes to food delivering for the horses. When the weather gets cold the troughs will freeze and if there’s heavy snowfall, hay has to be transported by sled. Even through these weather conditions, volunteers make sure the horses are always fed.

Long-time volunteer MaryAnn Sorensen Allacci, who has years of experience working with horses, said she spends hours scrubbing and filling water troughs and checking horses for medical needs.

“This is an amazing group of volunteers. We all just step up to collaborate where and how we can to meet the needs of the rescue,” MaryAnn said.

While some of the volunteers are retired, many have full or part-time jobs outside of Horse Rescue United. Some of the volunteers are teachers, nurses, social workers, but what they all have in common is their passion to help these rescued horses.

Once the horses are rehabilitated, many will be available for adoption so they can find their forever home.

“Last year, I started planning to retire from my careers of 45 years in social work. What would I do all day? When I saw that HRU was looking for volunteers, I figured it was worth a try,” volunteer Irene Gavin said. “It was a great move. The work is hard, but I love it! The volunteers are so caring and dedicated; we are like family. Of course, the best part of the assignment is the horses. We all get excited when a new horse comes in and do our best to get them settled. Although it is sad to see one go, I love the joy and excitement on the face

of an adopter as I hand over their new horse.”

“Horse Rescue United has become my peace and solace. It doesn’t matter how bad my day was, as soon as I get here, it all goes away. I’ve always loved horses, but I never worked with them until a cold day in January when ‘Piper’ crossed my path; her owner had been taken to the hospital with dementia and she was left with no food or water,” volunteer Lisa Valsera said.

“While I contacted every rescue I could find, none of them responded or simply said they couldn’t help. While HRU had a wait list, they welcomed Piper with open arms, and I became a volunteer. It’s hard work, but caring for these sweet, beautiful horses is worth every drip of sweat you can give them. Our group of amazing, passionate volunteers make all the trials and tribulations an absolute pleasure,” Lisa added.

Currently, Horse Rescue United is seeking more volunteers to help feed and care for the rescue horses. Additionally, many of the horses are in need of adoptive homes as well as sponsors for their ongoing care. For more information, visit HorseRescueUnited.org.

Photo courtesy Horse Rescue United Volunteers at Horse Rescue United dedicate their time saving horses of all breeds.

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Student Studies Plight Of e Honeybees

“think globally, act locally” by supporting hives at Jakes Branch Park and beyond.

The health of honeybees is tied to the health of everyone. Environmentalists have explained that without pollination, crops don’t grow. This has led to more awareness of the dropping numbers of bees. People have stopped using pesticides that affect them, for example.

The Journal of Research, High School pub-

lishes academic articles written by students, and they published Culbert’s findings in March. In an essay she wrote for The Foundation for the Preservation of Honey Bees, she quoted Albert Einstein as saying “If the bee disappeared off the face of the Earth, man would only have four years left to live.”

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service performs surveys about colony loss in the honey industry. The results are published in an annual Honey Bee Colonies report.

This problem made the news a few years (Honeybees - See Page 14)

By Chris Lundy BEACHWOOD – As the world population of bees continues to falter, High School North junior Kaitlyn Culbert is taking on the maxim of

–Photo courtesy Katie Culbert Kaitlyn Culbert organized a pollinator garden at Jakes Branch County Park.

Honeybees:

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ago, but is this still an ongoing issue?

“We still are in trouble in the state, unfortunately,” Culbert said. Some areas are down by 50% of where they once were.

Throughout spring, she had a 2,500-squarefoot pollinator garden installed at Jake’s Branch County Park. It’s located on the plant discovery trail. Another is outside the nature center. Visitors can see it from inside.

Through a grant from the Xerces Society of Invertebrate Conservation, she was awarded 600 native plant plugs from Pinelands Nursery & Supply. The 4H Busy Bees, 4H Ocean County Teens, and the Ocean County Master Gardeners installed them.

She’s the Student Leader of the 4-H Busy Bees Beekeeping Club. As a part of her role as ambassador, she’s been spreading awareness on social media. This involves teaching kids to feel safe around the insects. Her Instagram is KT.Bees and she shares videos of her beekeeping at youtube.com/channel/ UC1VTjvnWwdJQMSHG2H18FpA

One condition she is studying is colony

collapse disorder. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, this is when the majority of worker bees abandon the queen and the hive. It was unknown where they were going. If they were found dead around the hive, then a necropsy could determine the cause. But since they are nowhere to be found, the root of the problem remains a mystery.

Researchers have several theories as to what causes this, and one of them is the varroa mite. This parasite will weaken bees and causes all sorts of problems for individuals and for the hive.

Culbert said she is reaching out to beekeepers to find out what issues they’ve been having. What worked? What didn’t?

In October of 2020, a laboratory study showed that a mist diffusion of essential oils could be used as a miticide. In October of 2021, a field study was done to put it to the test. She said that thyme, oregano, and rosemary were the most effective.

What’s next in her research? She said she’s in the process of using predictive analysis to see if there are certain factors that contribute to colony collapse.

New Year’s Eve Atlantic City Trip

MANCHESTER – Have any plans for New Year’s Eve this year? Never too early to start planning!

We’re going to Resorts Casino in Atlantic City on December 31. Any and all proceeds will benefit local charities.

Cost: $40 per person with Casino Slot Play

to be determined. Casino Slot Play subject to change at the casino’s discretion. No refunds unless trip is cancelled.

Tickets available for sale by calling Lucille at 732-941-4992. Please leave a message with your name and phone number if you are interested and want to join on the bus.

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GOP Again Leads County

By Chris Lundy

OCEAN COUNTY – A very red county in a state known for being blue, Ocean County voters decided to keep the Republicans in charge.

There were two seats on the ballot for the Board of Commissioners – the five-member body which oversees things like finances and county roads. Virginia Haines (134,921 votes) and Jack Kelly (135,096 votes) cruised to victory with six-figure vote totals, doubling that of their Democrat challengers, Catherine Paura (56,640 votes) and Roxanne Barnes (56,187 votes).

The vote for sheriff went the same way, with incumbent Republican Michael Mas-

tronardy receiving 140,535 votes, doubling the total of his challenger, Democrat Salvatore Frascino, who received 55,365 votes.

Every member of the House of Representatives is up for election and county voters backed Republican incumbents Jefferson Van Drew (2nd District) and Chris Smith (4th District). They ultimately won their contests as well.

There were no U.S. Senate elections in New Jersey this year.

County Clerk Scott Colabella said that the results are preliminary and likely to change for a few weeks after election night as provisional ballots and last-minute mailin votes are counted.

Strand eater Fundraiser

LAKEWOOD – Because of the cancellation of several shows due to COVID at the Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood, the Board of the Strand is holding a 50/50 fundraiser with the proceeds benefitting the theater.

Tickets cost $10 and the grand prize ticket

holder will win 50 percent of the total sales. The drawing will take place December 18 at 10 p.m. The winner does not have to be present.

To get raffle tickets or make a donation, visit strand.org or email holly@strand.org for tickets or more information.

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5 Reasons To Visit Us is

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 impacted 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 Batteries 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 condensation, 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 compatibility, 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,

Winter

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 ability 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 devices 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 available to answer your questions about hearing health. His offices are located in Toms River, Manahawkin, and Whiting and can be reached by calling 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.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!

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Dear Pharmacist

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6 Critical Reasons You Need Zinc

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Zinc is a trace element, meaning we only require small amounts to reap the benefits it has to offer. Actually, it is the second-most abundant trace mineral in the human body after iron which is the most abundant!

People can run out of zinc easily especially if their diet is vegetarian or vegan. Other causes are sickle cell anemia, gastric surgery, alcoholism, Celiac or Crohn’s disease.

Zinc is necessary, albeit in smaller “trace” quantities, because it assists in about 300 important metabolic pathways, and those affect your health from head to toe!

I have a longer article and more studies posted on my website. In the meantime, here are some studies regarding zinc:

1. Immunity. There are numerous trials on zinc and its role in immunity, especially innate immunity which is our first line of defense. In one intriguing study from 2019, published in the journal, Clinical Infectious Diseases, researchers concluded, “Our results showed that, in COVID-19 patients, oral zinc can decrease 30-day death, ICU admission rate and can shorten symptom duration.”

2. Asthma and Allergies. In September 2022, a paper was published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. The researchers found that children were more susceptible to allergies and asthmatic disease if they did not have adequate amounts of zinc.

3. Skincare. According to a meta-analysis published in The Journal of Dermatological Treatment Aug 2022), zinc supplementation has a lot of benefits and found a supporting role for zinc in many skin-related disorders. For example, it appears to help with Leishmaniasis,

warts, and inflammatory skin conditions like acne and rosacea.

4. Bones and Teeth. It’s well known that zinc works in tandem with other bone-loving minerals like strontium, boron, calcium, and vitamin D. We know that low zinc correlates to reduced bone density.

The recommended doses for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis are somewhere between 15mg to 30mg of zinc daily.

5. Prostate Cancer. Most doctors agree that zinc is useful to reproductive function. Low zinc correlates to higher rates of miscarriage and low sperm count. Studies suggest zinc may inhibit certain prostate cancer cell lines and slow metastasis. We know that tissue levels of zinc are consistently reduced in specimens taken from these patients.

6. Thyroid Function. It’s well known that a zinc deficiency contributes to more symptoms of thyroid illness. Low zinc will lead to the development of hypothyroidism and will deplete zinc faster. There’s more about healing thyroid conditions in my best-selling book sold on Amazon, Thyroid Healthy: Lose Weight, Look Beautiful and Live the Life You Imagine.

Symptoms of zinc deficiency are a lack of taste or smell, hair loss, low appetite, fatigue, auditory loss, infertility, low libido, and easier bone fractures.

We can obtain adequate amounts of this element through our diet, especially foods such as shellfish, poultry, red meat and whole grains. Some fruits are naturally rich in zinc and these include guava, cantaloupe, peaches and pomegranates. Chelated zinc supplements are great because they are bound to a natural amino acid, so stomach complaints are lessened.

Teen Arrested For reatening To A ack Synagogue

By Alyssa Riccardi

NEW JERSEY – A Middlesex County man has been arrested and charged for making threats online to attack a synagogue and Jewish people, state officials said.

Omar Alkattoul, 18, of Sayreville, was charged with one count of transmitting a threat in interstate and foreign commerce.

The threat was made on or about November 1 to which the FBI issued a warning across the state to the Jewish community.

The FBI later said the threat was “mitigated,” however towns such as Lakewood Township provided extra patrols by law enforcement at synagogues and yeshivas.

“No one should be targeted for violence or with acts of hate because of how they

worship,” U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger said. “According to the complaint, this defendant used social media to send a manifesto containing a threat to attack a synagogue based on his hatred of Jews. Along with our federal, state and local law enforcement partners, we acted swiftly to respond to the alleged threat…Protection of these communities is core to this of-

fice’s mission, and this office will devote whatever resources are necessary to keep our Jewish community and all New Jersey residents safe.”

According to the criminal complaint, Alkattoul posted on social media a link to a document he wrote entitled “When Swords Collide” to which he spoke about an attack on Jews.

In the document, Alkattoul allegedly wrote the following: “I am the attacker and I would like to introduce myself…” He then listed reasons for his attack and hoped others would follow suit.

Alkattoul is facing up to five years in prison for the charged against him, as well as a fi ne of a $250,000.

“When we learn of credible threats to our community - whether based in hate toward religion, race, sexual orientation, or gender - we call on law enforcement and community partners to assist in identifying and mitigating that threat,” Special Agent in Charge James E. Dennehy said. “Let it be known that when a threat of violence comes to our attention, the FBI and our partners will respond to keep the public safe.”

Holiday Cra & Vendor Fair

TOMS RIVER – On November 26, the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #129, 2025 Church Road, will be hosting their Annual Holiday Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Forty plus vendors will be in attendance. First 200 shoppers with a purchase receive a free shopping tote courtesy of Shop-Rite, Stop & Shop, Boscov’s, Kearny Bank and Lidl. Donations for Food Bank will be accepted for Ocean County. Free Admission.

Cedar Glen Lakes Bingo

WHITING – Cedar Glen Lakes presents Bingo! Fourth Saturday of each month. Lunch available for sale. Doors open at 12 p.m. Calling starts at 1 p.m. sharp. Mark your calendar: November 26.

Cedar Glen Lakes, Lakeside Hall, 100 Michigan Avenue, Whiting.

Sunday Worship Services of Holy Communion at 10 a.m. &Wednesday spoken Holy Communion at 9 a.m. Christ Lutheran Church

The Rev. Dr. J. Francis Watson, Pastor 40 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting, NJ 08759

Phone 732.350.0900 • Fax 732.350.0343

E-mail: christlutheranchurch2@verizon.net Website: christlutheranwhiting.com

R.C. Shea & Assoc. Inside The Law

Stopping Unwanted Calls And Texts

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

The rules on robocalls and robotexts:

• FCC rules limit many types of robocalls, though some calls are permissible if prior consent is given.

• Rules differ between landline and wireless phones; however, calls and text messages have the same protection under FCC rules.

• Wireless and landline home phones are protected against telemarketing robocalls made without prior written consent from the recipient.

• An existing commercial relationship does not constitute permission to be robocalled or texted.

• Consent to be called or texted cannot be a condition of a sale or other commercial transaction.

• Consumers can take back their permission to be called or texted in any reasonable way. A calling company cannot require someone to fill out a form and mail it in as the only way to revoke consent.

• All non-emergency robocalls, both telemarketing and informational, require a consumer’s permission to be made to a wireless phone. These calls can include political, polling, and other non-telemarketing robocalls.

• Telemarketers and robocallers are allowed to call a wrong number only once before updating their lists. This most commonly comes up when someone who consented

to be called or texted gave up that number, which was reassigned to someone else. Callers have resources available to them to help them know ahead of time if a number’s “owner” has changed.

• Urgent calls or texts specifically for health or fraud alerts may be allowed without prior consent. They must be free, and consumers can say “stop” at any time.

• Phone companies face no legal barriers to offering consumers the use of technologies that block robocalls to any phone. • The FCC encourages companies to offer this resource.

WHAT YOU CAN DO:

• To block telemarketing calls, register your number on the Do Not Call list - which protects both landline and wireless phone numbers: www.donotcall.gov,

• Ask your phone company to offer robocall-blocking technology.

• If you use robocall-blocking technology already, it often helps to let that company know which numbers are producing unwanted calls so they can help block those calls for you and others.

• Tell unwanted callers that you do not consent to the call, make a record of the caller’s number and when you made your request not to be called, and let the FCC know if the caller does not comply with your request.

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Make Music?

ties, County venues, churches and assisted living facilities. The performance schedule is now reemerging. Compensation is the joy of participating in ensemble music. Contact the Assistant Music Director, Karen Hedden, at 732-547-4048 or kheddon8@gmail.com.

For additional information see their website pinelandsymphonicband.org

With the alignment of the Earth, Sun and Moon, the Blood Moon eclipse as seen over the Jersey Shore last week. This is the last total lunar eclipse until 2025. (Photo by Denise Maynard)

Angelic Health Hospice Looking For Volunteers In Monmouth And Ocean Counties

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 family 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 Veterans

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Forked River Woman’s Compassion, Patriotism Recalled

By Bob Vosseller

LACEY – Forked River resident Agnes Joan Negra was 102-year-old when she died on September 9, at her home. She led an extraordinary life and her incredible life story was chronicled in the book “Waves of Hope.”

She was married to August Edward Negra of Nutley on September 6, 1941. She was active with her husband for many years in civic and charitable organizations and dedicating themselves to the care of veterans.

The proudest moment of her life was a book written by her son, Ronald Negra. “Waves of Hope” notes her extraordinary effort during World War II contacting American Prisoner of War families notifying them their soldiers were alive and in German prisoner camps. Last year she was interviewed in an article for

The Southern Ocean Times where she recalled her use of a shortwave radio, listening every evening to Radio Berlin as the German government began announcing the names of American B17 (Compassion - See Page 29)

–Photo by Bob Vosseller

Waretown residents Ron and Valerie Negra join Ron’s mother Agnes Negra, 101 years young, of Lacey as she holds the book “Waves of Hope” that her son wrote.

Uma urman, Joe Manganiello Film In Ocean County

By Chris Lundy

LAVALLETTE Hollywood stars Uma Thurman and Joe Manganiello enjoyed local summer as they filmed the fi nal scenes of 2023’s “The Kill Room” at the Jersey shore on October 7.

The description on IMDB.com summarizes: “A hitman, his boss, an art dealer and a money-laundering scheme that accidentally turns the assassin into an overnight avant-garde sensation, one that forces her to play the art world against the underworld.”

The fi lm, which also stars Thurman’s daughter Maya Hawke (best known as Robin on Stranger Things) and Samuel L. Jackson (best known for being in practically everything), will be out next year, but it’s unknown when the release date will be.

The director, Nicol Paone, grew up in Lyndhurst, 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 River Times to the set to watch the fun.

“She’s a hard worker, like her mom,” 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 become 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 coincidence, their son Nick was having dinner with his fiance in Hoboken when Paone was filming in that restaurant.

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Flyer prisoners of war.

She told The Southern Ocean Times that her efforts had their origins from her childhood. Her father’s boat capsized “and they said my dad was missing and as a kid, I didn’t understand what was happening, but a few weeks later my father came to the door. He had been rescued by some people trawling in the Atlantic off of Boston. Thank God he came back home. I always thought of that.”

Remembering how it felt not to know what became of your loved one led her to take action years later during World War II. “I was listening to the news every night when World War II broke out.”

“I would send postcards to the families. My brother Johnny was missing in action. His plane (a B-17 Gunner) was hit and he was missing and I was hoping to hear his name. The next week I started getting cards from some of the people I wrote to. ‘Thank you for listening and giving us hope that our son is okay.’”

She was contacted by the POW families from all over America expressing their gratitude and giving them hope they would see their loved ones again.

Her efforts only became known a few years ago when her son discovered a box of the POW family letters that was sealed after the war. “Her letter was the first word that their son was okay or their husband or brother,” her son said.

He added, “the letters she received were in her attic for decades. I said to her ‘We never heard about this mom.’ I said start from the beginning because I had no idea what she was talking about. She told us the story and we started reading the letters and they were very emotional. I decided I wanted to document this for her 100th birthday in 2019.”

He added that his mother “never expected to get responses back. They kept coming in and she would read them and feel the emotions that people had expressed. They had anxiety but of all the emotions they had, they had hope.”

Negra’s daughter-in-law Valerie Negra noted

that some of the prisoners themselves got to speak during the broadcast providing their name and home town on Radio Berlin.

Negra’s husband joined the Army and became part of the 94th Infantry and was wounded at the Battle of the Bulge. Ironically, he was missing in action. “Mom continued to listen on the short-wave radio hoping she’d hear my father or my father’s brother-in-law John who was also missing,” Ronald Negra said.

He added that his father had been wounded and left for dead. “The Belgian underground rescued him and hid him. He was pretty badly injured and they got a doctor to look after him in Belgium. They got him back to the American lines and brought him to a newly formed field hospital in France. My father tried to get word to my mother that he was alive.”

That notice reached his mother in a letter from a French nurse which had to be translated. “She brought it to my father’s high school French teacher Helen Gerdnick and that is how she found out that my father was alive,” he added.

In 2021, after “Waves of Hope” was published, she received the prestigious Daughters of the American Revolution “Women in History Award” as the book was nominated and accepted into the DAR National Library in Washington D.C.

She was named in the World War II Memorial in the nation’s capital, as a “Homefront Hero” for her dedication to POW families.

Negra is survived by her daughter Patricia Ann Lerner and her husband Robert, and her son Ronald Edward Negra and his wife Valerie; also, grandchildren Dr. Jason Todd Lerner and his wife Kelli; and Jennifer Lynn Losee and her husband James, as well as great grandchildren Ella Lerner, Chase Lerner, and Gavin Losee. Also, her brother Joseph Verdi, and sisters Pauline Criscuoli and Rose Lombarski as well as her health aide and friend Rosemary Ramos, 29 nieces and nephews and many great nieces and nephews.

At her request, contributions can be made in her name to Boys Town at boystown.org or mailed to Boys Town, P.O. Box 8000, Boys Town, NE 68010 or to St. Jude Children’s Hospital at stjude.org

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

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 caution 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 defi nitely 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 fi nished product. Watching from the sidelines, 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 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 directorial 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 another 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 Lavallette 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 barbecuing 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 fi rst time Thurman 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 adapting 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 fi nd it.”

At the beginning of every shot, crew members 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 fi nished up the fi nal day of shooting for the movie, here in Lavallette.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t be blase if someone jumps through hoops to please you. Be transparent instead of keeping someone guessing about your feelings. Be sure you pay your bills on time and honor financial commitments this week.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Understanding the difference between love and the friend zone could prevent numerous problems. Your work may be scrutinized in the week ahead so be sure you handle routine duties to the best of your ability.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Unless you are an ostrich, you can’t hide your head and hope for the best. Envision the results you wish to achieve and embrace the facts before you take action. Hesitation and doubt can cause misunderstandings in the week ahead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A partner or loved one can infuse you with a sense of purpose and push you in the right direction. Listen to expert advice about financial strategies in the upcoming week but wait until late in the week to take action.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Put your faith in trustworthy people. They can come through for you in any sticky situation that occurs in the week ahead. Although you may have doubts or feel left out, someone may want to earn your confidence.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep the facts of the situation handy so you can clear the air if your motives are questioned. You may be called upon to perform detail-oriented tasks or be saddled with a tough work schedule in the coming week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Table distractions. It may be difficult to focus on your other commitments if Cupid’s arrows pierce your heart. There is a time and place for everything and there should be plenty of time to share with a loved one this week.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Enjoy offering a token of your affection. You may be feeling especially kindhearted and harmony-loving at this time. Romantic notions, however, may need to be shelved until work is done in the week ahead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The horizon looks larger from a distance. Someone close may seem inscrutable or give you conflicting signals in the week ahead. An ally or acquaintance could offer valuable insights that may alter your outlook.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your judgment about finances and business may temporarily be off base in the upcoming week. Some extra bills can impact your budget. Avoid making major purchases or taking on extra debts and obligations.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Passionate work can be its own reward. You may be burdened with extra responsibilities or feel that you are the target of criticism. Family drama can be sorted out and set right at the end of the week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) : Peace and harmony might be in short supply. You may be challenged by conflicts within the home or family as the week unfolds. Don’t be tempted to break off a relationship over a simple misunderstanding.

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